The Sageful Life

Have you ever stopped to ask yourself: What did money mean to me in my 30s? And what does it mean to you today?

In this thought-provoking episode of The Sageful Life, we explore how our relationship with money evolves as we age — especially after 50. In our younger years, many of us chased the dream of "keeping up with the Joneses," believing that success was measured by big houses, fancy cars, and designer clothes.

But som...

Have you ever done something that sparks that deep, childlike joy? That’s the power of hobbies.

Hobbies aren’t just cute side activities — they’re a lifeline to staying curious, vibrant, connected, and active as we age. In this episode, we explore how rediscovering passions can transform your energy, mental health, and sense of purpose after 50.

Whether it’s painting, gardening, dancing, or anything that lights you up, today is your ...

What if aging wasn’t something to hide — but something to celebrate?

In this empowering episode, we dive into what it truly feels like to age in a world that worships youth. We explore how to reclaim your beauty, style, and self-worth on your own terms, defying society’s expectations and rewriting the narrative about what it means to grow older.

Join us for an uplifting conversation that will inspire you to see aging as a powerful ac...

We’ve been taught to chase a number on a scale or squeeze into a certain clothing size. But real wellness? It has nothing to do with shrinking yourself.
True wellness is about strength, vitality, energy, and honoring the incredible body you live in today — not the one you wish you had or used to have. It’s time to reframe the conversation from weight to wellness and from appearance to aliveness.
Join us as we ex...

Growing older isn’t just about birthdays — it changes every part of your life, especially your relationships. Some bonds deepen, others quietly fall apart. In this episode, we explore why aging can cause your connections to either strengthen or unravel — and how this hidden challenge can actually transform you into your most authentic, empowered self.
If you’re over 50 (or care about someone who is), this is your in...

Feeling Invisible: The Hidden Crisis of Loneliness in a Connected World

We’re more connected than ever — and yet, millions of people feel invisible.

In this episode of The Sageful Life, Maria opens up about the rising epidemic of loneliness, why it hits hardest after 50, and how even a room full of people can feel silent when your heart is unheard.

The U.S. Surgeon General calls loneliness a public health crisis — but t...

They Tell us aging should be graceful. But they never mention the heaviness that comes with it -- the moment you look in the mirror and wonder where you went, the knees that creak when they never used to, the quiet grief for the younger version of yourself.

In this raw and honest episode, we're pulling back the curtain on aging. Maria opens up about the physical and emotional challenges that come with getting older -- and how s...

What do you do when life rips something out of you -- suddenly, brutally, and without warning?

In this deeply honest episode, we talk about grief: the kind that shakes you, guts you, and still expects you to keep showing up. The world keeps moving... but your world has stopped.

We explore how to keep going when everything feels broken, how to function through heartache, and how healing begins when you allow yourself to simply say &qu...

More and more families are struggling to keep aging parents safe and independent at home. In this powerful episode, we explore simple, affordable upgrades that can make a home safer for seniors — and help avoid unnecessary nursing home placements.

Hosted by Maria Nicholson of The Sageful Life, this episode includes:

• Real-life stories from families and caregivers
• Tips from experts in senior home remodeling
• A fresh perspect...