Drawing from her personal experiences, Gillian discusses the decisions single seniors have to make before launching themselves into the dating world. She interweaves relevant facts about older singles, male and female, in the US today and outlines the realities that face them when they find themselves alone, including the need for self-care as essential before seeking a partner.

A new watchword in the health and longevity of seniors is resilience. In this episode, Gillian explains what resilience is and why the attribute is vital in terms of living our best life, particularly when it comes to finding a relationship and withstanding the sting of rejection during the dating process. Practical steps to develop resilience are outlined, based on research conducted by specialists in aging.

The desire for passion never seems to fade for some seniors; for others it’s a low priority. Yet sex is the elephant in the room for many seniors when they start dating, often because of discomfort around medical issues that may impact sexual performance. Gillian discusses recent trends in senior sex and makes suggestions about how to approach the often embarrassing subject when dating.

The fear of online dating is almost twice as high among seniors as it is among the younger generation. Gillian gives the pros and cons of joining dating websites and how to approach it in a secure manner. She makes suggestions of websites that cater to senior singles, adding information about which are best for each user’s needs, from seeking a committed relationship to casual dating.

No matter which way you meet your prospects, there is always the possibility looming of that first date, which can be daunting if you haven’t had one in years, sometimes decades. With the dating world having changed dramatically, this episode helps the new senior dater anticipate that dreaded first meeting and ace it, including how to end a date, successful or not, in a positive manner.