Blogs

With a nod to the past, let's rename the famous reindeer to capture the key topics and themes that resonated with The Next Half over 2021. These names can help us all recall how we can help ourselves over the next year.

Women's self-belief often erodes in midlife as we face so many changes out of our control, such as the menopause. Let's explore this and discuss what we can do about it.

Let's discuss current fashion trends for autumn '21 and why this could be our best fashion season EVER. Read some thoughts on fashion trends: The importance of the popular trend of hiring outfits, "activity fashionistas" and what I learned about myself.

Have a job interview soon? Best position yourself for success in a tough job market by listening to these top tips on how to win at an interview. These suggestions do work!

Know a recent grad who is searching for a job? This blog provides practical advice to recent graduates and their families on ways to succeed in the job hunt.

Let's talk about True Grit. It's a compliment to tell someone they have grit. But what does it really mean? Is it teachable? How has the definition evolved recently? Let's discuss the importance of mental well-being and refer to recent top athletes' move to take agency over their mental health.

Do you ever feel overwhelmed? Do your loved ones? Read these top tips on how we can best manage this all too familiar emotion. These proven pointers will help you tackle feeling overwhelmed.

As a local of SW19 for over two decades, I feel qualified to provide an inside scoop on living next door to the Tennis Championship, Wimbledon. This blog will discuss some personal observations about this year’s play, as well as share some gentle reminiscences of a few true, humorous stories about life during the Tournament from my local resident’s perspective.

Let’s discuss top tips to optimise the skincare routine for us women over aged 50. We each may have discovered our favourite products and techniques that we follow. But are they right? Today, let's discuss the most effective and important routines each of us should use to optimise what Mother Nature gave us.

Many of us are now asking ourselves “What’s Next?". Are you? Let’s discuss that loaded question and propose ways to address the worries that loom when facing an undefined path. Not too much of an objective for a short blog, eh?

Fabulous List of Must-See Top 100 Films (chosen by The Next Half readers).

Need an escape right now? This feature discusses the restorative powers of watching a truly awesome film, reminisces about the joys of visiting repertory film theatres in NYC in the 197os, and provides a list of Must-See Films for Adult Family Bonding Time.