Article written by James Davis, Initiative Member, from The Midlife Mentors, UK We’ve (finally) started talking about menopause at home and at work. Good. But there’s a parallel conversation for men that still gets whispered or laughed off: andropause. I’ll come to what that is and how we define it shortly, but first, let me paint the picture…. You’re a 47 year old man. Up…
Snapshots of EVERY wellness sector: the trends driving each market When GWI released the in-depth Global Wellness Economy Monitor 2025 last month, revealing that the wellness economy had reached a new peak of $6.8 trillion, it included a first: a chapter that––succinctly but with detail––provides some nuance and “color” to all the in-depth data in the report. For each of the 11 wellness markets––whether…
The Healing Power of Touch: Why Older Adults Need Massage More Than Ever By: Nancy Griffin Despite decades of research demonstrating the profound effects of touch on human health, older Americans remain one of the most touch-deprived populations. According to the American Massage Therapy Association’s 2024 research report, only one in ten adults over 65 received a massage in 2023—compared to more than twice that…
80/20 Just Might Be the Forgotten Golden Rule for Happier Aging Dave McCaughan, Storyteller at BIBLIOSEXUAL MUSH !! Can you imagine a life where breakfast, lunch and dinner is and always will be just mush. Soft, light, no texture, probably limited flavour. Forever. While we talk a lot about longevity and ageing well these days we often forget that for most of human history mush…
Resource Recommendation by Ellenit Serrano Created in partnership with the Wellbeing Research Centre at the University of Oxford and founding member, Indeed, the Work Wellbeing Playbook provides a summary of top science-based interventions proven to improve workplace wellbeing. Truly a global resource, it is available in English, Dutch, French, and German versions. The playbook can be leveraged by business leaders to craft a holistic employee…
Your Guide to Wellness Retreats in Africa in 2026 These are a few handpicked transformational retreats that are hosted by the incredible panelists from our inaugural African Wellness Summit 2025 panel on “Retreat Leadership in Africa.” To watch the post-summit recording and explore insights from retreat leaders across the continent: click here If you would like to inquire about listing your retreat with the African…
