I am currently writing a second book titled Sage Choices. It opens with the story of my grandmother—Mildred—who became a widow at age 62 and decided to “blossom” at that point. Rather than continuing along the expected path, she made deliberate changes to her life, which resulted in her becoming much happier for the remaining 20 years of her life. She was an inspiration, and I am eager to share her story with readers.

Sage Choices addresses many of the potential upheavals women may face as we age, such as widowhood, divorce, illness, being in a sandwich generation of caregiving, and settling a parent’s estate

Imagine being able to manage your money in a way that not only helps you achieve financial security, but also increases your happiness. You can, and The Joy of Financial Security shows you how. Cygan’s financial expertise is apparent in topics such as increasing your net worth, wise investment strategies, minimizing taxes, and preparing for retirement. Readers learn how to protect themselves from the next economic downturn, how to avoid the pressure to “keep up with the Joneses,” and how to make smarter financial decisions. But she doesn’t stop there. Applying research from psychology and neuroscience, she guides readers to create happier lifestyles by making small changes that reap big rewards. Simple changes such as focusing on gratitude, nurturing creativity, and choosing experiences with family and friends over more “stuff” are encouraged. The way she weaves financial strategies together with happiness strategies is fascinating—rewarding her readers both financially and personally