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Life|65|My Age + Covid = Lessons Learned
Lessons From Living and Working Through COVID I will say this: I appreciate being my age. I appreciate the diverse work experiences that have shaped me. They’ve given me a way of processing what’s in front of me, of predicting the next steps, of knowing what tools are needed to stay on track. They’ve also…
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Life|Kindness|The Power of Appreciation
The Power of Appreciation 🌻 In the middle of our busy, challenging days, there’s one thing that can transform how we feel and how others feel about us: acknowledgment. Appreciation goes a long way in every relationship. At Work: Coworkers who step in to help with a project, cover a patient, or simply smile as…
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Life|Kindness Part 2
Kindness in the Midst of Chaos 🌻 Today was not an easy day. The schedule was heavy, the challenges were constant, and the flow was far from smooth. But in the middle of it all, kindness showed up. A coworker who saw the weight I was carrying and stepped in more than once to help.…
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Life|65|When the Structure Changes Around You
🌻 When the Structure Changes Around You When I first came into this job, I was surrounded by great people. Many of them were young, but they were responsible, driven, and had their eyes set on clear goals. Alongside them, I felt balanced—we shared a sense of purpose, and I had a peer who, like…
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Life|65|Working At 65
🌻 Choosing a Different Direction at 65 At 65, I know what matters to me: balance, peace, and purpose. For decades I carried responsibility, led teams, and made sure everything ran smoothly. Those years shaped me into who I am today. Now, I’ve chosen a different direction. This job allows me to continue working with…
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Life|65|Awareness: Is It Generational, Environmental, or Both?
🌻 Awareness: Is It Generational, Environmental, or Both? As I’ve grown older, I’ve noticed that awareness—the ability to anticipate, pay attention, and step in when needed—doesn’t always come naturally to everyone. For me, awareness was taught from a young age. Playing outside, I knew the rule: stay close enough to hear my name when it…
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Life|🌻 Asking Questions, Part 2: Finding Safe Spaces
🌻 Asking Questions, Part 2: Finding Safe Spaces As I’ve aged, I’ve noticed something: many young people seem to think they have all the answers—or don’t want you to think they don’t know. Seniors, on the other hand, sometimes aren’t sure what to ask, or who they should even ask. The truth is, asking questions…
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Life|65|Feeling Comfortable to Ask Questions
🌻 Feeling Comfortable to Ask Questions As adults, we often shy away from asking questions. Somewhere along the way, we pick up the idea that asking means we don’t know enough, or that it might make us look “less than.” But the truth is—asking is how we grow. Why We Don’t Ask Fear of judgment:…
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Life|65|🗳️ Politics Made Simple
🗳️ Politics Made Simple: A Flava Reflection I’ll be honest—I don’t understand politics well. Maybe you feel the same way? It can feel like a confusing swirl of buzzwords, arguments, and headlines that make it hard to know what’s really going on. But here’s the thing: politics doesn’t have to be complicated. At its heart,…
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Welcome to Simply Flava. A soulful blend of reflection, resilience, and real talk from a 65-year-old woman walking boldly through life. Formerly rooted in the indie arts scene, this blog has evolved into a space where wellness, aging, and purpose take center stage. Through storytelling, resources, and heartfelt moments, Lady Flava shares her truth—one post at a time.
