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Everyone wants to be happy. When life deals you a big change, such as divorce, it’s especially important to do the things that make you happy. Whether you initiated the divorce or not, now is the moment to realize that it is within your power to create a happier life. Being happy can mean doing more of the things that you enjoy, including reaching out for new friendships and new love.
Browse our website for ideas and suggestions on how to have more of what you want in your life, including new relationships. And remember, as you reach out for love, it’s essential that you take care of your health. Safe sex is not just for young people. It’s absolutely essential for women over 50, too. Learn how to safeguard your sexual health so that you can truly thrive and have fun in the next chapter of your life.
An emerging new field called positive psychology focuses on what makes us happy.
Some men, especially those older than 50 years of age, may not think using a condom is necessary with a woman who is past her childbearing years. They may not realize that condoms are still needed to prevent HIV and other sexually transmitted diseases (STDs). See How to Talk About Safe Sex.
Early medical treatment and a healthy lifestyle can help an HIV infected person stay well. Therefore, the sooner you get an HIV diagnosis, the sooner you can get help. You can plug in your zip code to find an HIV testing site near you.