Bad Faith or Protection? Fighting for Aunt Jean’s Rights Against AARP/New York Life

Bad Faith or Protection? Fighting for Aunt Jean’s Rights Against AARP/New York Life

Bad Faith or Protection? Fighting for Aunt Jean’s Rights Against AARP/New York LifeDr. Lisa Summerour
Published on: 16/07/2025

When you're recovering from a breakup or divorce, people expect your world to shrink down to self-care and starting over—but real life doesn't pause. You're still the one your family calls. You're still managing bills, legal forms, caregiving, and everything in between. Aunt Jean’s story is personal, but it mirrors the reality for so many women I work with: you're trying to rebuild your own life while carrying pieces of everyone else's. And that’s exactly why this fight matters.

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You’re Still in There: Healing, Hope & Coming Home to Yourself with Staci Smith 

You’re Still in There: Healing, Hope & Coming Home to Yourself with Staci Smith 

You’re Still in There: Healing, Hope & Coming Home to Yourself with Staci Smith Dr. Lisa Summerour
Published on: 13/07/2025

In this powerful episode of The Joy! A.A.C.T.™, Dr. Lisa sits down with Staci Smith—hope coach, cancer survivor, and kidney transplant warrior—to explore how healing, realignment, and inner child work can help you rediscover the woman you were always meant to be.

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What We Can Learn From an 85-Year-Old Trying to Cancel Her AARP/New York Life Insurance Policy

What We Can Learn From an 85-Year-Old Trying to Cancel Her AARP/New York Life Insurance Policy

What We Can Learn From an 85-Year-Old Trying to Cancel Her AARP/New York Life Insurance PolicyDr. Lisa Summerour
Published on: 25/06/2025

What happens when an 85-year-old woman tries to cancel her life insurance policy—and the company refuses to let her? In this real-life story, I share how my family has faced repeated roadblocks from AARP and New York Life, despite notarized requests and legal Power of Attorney. This article sheds light on the fine line between protecting seniors and undermining their autonomy, and why women—and the families who care for them—must be proactive about elder care, paperwork, and financial advocacy. A must-read for anyone supporting aging loved ones.

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The Art of Realignment: Finding Your Authentic Path After Divorce

The Art of Realignment: Finding Your Authentic Path After Divorce

The Art of Realignment: Finding Your Authentic Path After DivorceDr. Lisa Summerour
Published on: 24/11/2024

Discover a powerful three-stage framework for rebuilding your authentic life after divorce. Learn practical strategies for aligning your values, purpose, and actions to create a meaningful new chapter.

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