On the cover is Tony Robbins, whose message of possibility and personal growth has reached millions for decades. In “Tony Robbins: Awaken the Giant Within — Again,” we take a fresh look at the ideas behind his work—and why challenging ourselves to keep growing does not have an expiration date.
Throughout the issue, that same spirit of curiosity and possibility takes many forms.
Plan a getaway with several generations in “The Family Vacation Grows Up.” Think about what success really means in “Whose Success Have You Been Chasing? Finding Real Purpose After 45.” Discover why one conversation can reveal more about your family history than you ever expected, and why it may never be too late to make a fresh career start.
There is practical advice, too—from rebuilding financial independence after suddenly becoming single to moving more comfortably when pain and stiffness get in the way, helping grandchildren develop a healthier relationship with technology, and deciding whether trading city life for the country might really be right for you.
And because fall is a perfect season for gathering around the table, this issue also brings plenty of food inspiration, including “Two New Cookbooks Worth Making Room For” and a reflection on the meaning—and memories—of the family dining room.
Featured in this issue:
Tony Robbins: Awaken the Giant Within — Again
A fresh look at what’s possible at any age.
San Diego gives multigenerational families plenty of ways to spend a fall getaway, from beaches and waterfront adventures to museums, attractions and family favorites throughout the region. Photo: San Diego Tourism Authority.
The Family Vacation Grows Up
How to plan a long weekend with adult children and grandchildren that everyone actually enjoys.
Seared Scallops with White Wine Butter Sauce & Crispy Pancetta with Broccoli Orecchiette, two of the recipes tested from Dig In. Photo: C. Worthington
Two New Cookbooks Worth Making Room For
Recipes tested, tasted—and definitely worth repeating.
Family Has a Story: What One Conversation Can Reveal
Family history often begins with a story you thought you knew.
How to Overcome Pain and Stiffness Without Relying on Drugs
Practical ideas for moving better, rebuilding strength and regaining confidence.
Finding the Funny in Getting Older
Humor can help us face the realities of growing older with resilience, perspective, and a smile…
It’s Never Too Late for a Fresh Career Start
Challenging the idea that the window for something new has closed.
Suddenly Single: How to Rebuild Your Financial Independence
Practical guidance for taking charge of your financial situation.
Whose Success Have You Been Chasing? Finding Real Purpose After 45
Five ways to begin creating a more meaningful path.
How To Be a Positive Influence in Your Grandchild’s Life
Nine ways grandparents can play a positive role in a child’s life.
Author John Ota in Claude Monet’s famously yellow dining room in Giverny, France, one of the memorable stops on his quest to discover the perfect dining room. Photo courtesy of John Ota.
The Dining Room
A search for the perfect dining experience—and the memories created around the table.
So You Want to Leave the City for Rural Life?
What to consider before trading city life for open spaces.
Plus, in every issue
Explore ideas for clearing out the belongings that weigh us down, discover the benefits of chair yoga, review important Medicare decisions for 2027, browse new books worth checking out and read the Fall Publisher’s Letter.
The Fall issue also arrives during September Is Healthy Aging® Month, now in its 34th year, with the 2026 theme, “Curiosity Has No Age Limit.”
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