New Ways to Live, New Ways to Age

At Hively, we're always on the hunt for the culture and tips to enrich this next life chapter. This week, we look at a women-only tiny house community that’s redefining what retirement living can be, and new research challenging the belief that inflammation is simply a natural part of growing older.

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This Week’s Suggested Reading 📖

• Eleven Women, Nine Dogs, Not Much Drama (and No Guys)
  In rural East Texas, a group of 11 women created “The Bird’s Nest”—a tiny-house, women-only village built on independence, mutual care, and a firm “no drama” rule. Privacy, companionship, and a shared sense of purpose make it a fascinating model for aging well in community. Click to read at nytimes.com

The Latest in Healthy Aging 🧠

• Aging, Inflammation, and the Environment
  Emerging findings suggest that chronic, low-grade inflammation traditionally tied to aging may be more about modern industrial lifestyles than age itself. Studies comparing industrialized populations with Indigenous groups reveal that inflammation doesn’t necessarily increase with age—unless fueled by environmental factors. Click to read at nytimes.com

This Week’s Resource 🎉

• A Guide to Senior Intentional Communities
  Curious about cohousing or intentional communities? This practical guide from CommunityFinders outlines how to find, evaluate, and join a community that fits your lifestyle and values. Click to read at communityfinders.com

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