Understanding the Midlife Transition What is Midlife Really About? So, midlife—what’s the deal? It’s that stage where we start to look back on our lives and reflect on what we’ve accomplished and what we might still want to achieve. For many women, this transition can bring up a whirlwind of feelings and thoughts. There’s something […]
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Changes in Identity Reevaluating Personal Goals As I entered midlife, I couldn’t help but take a long, hard look at my goals. This is a time when many of us realize that what we once thought we wanted may not actually resonate with who we’ve become. I found it essential to sit down with a […]
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Physical Changes and Health Considerations Understanding the Body’s Transition Late midlife marks a significant phase where our bodies undergo various changes. It’s like when your favorite old car starts to show signs of wear—you know how to keep it running, but it requires more attention. The aging process can bring about shifts in metabolism, muscle […]
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Feeling Unfulfilled Understanding the Signs Let’s start by diving into what it feels like to be unfulfilled. I remember when I first hit that point; it felt like I was running a marathon without a finish line. My job, relationships, and even my hobbies didn’t spark the joy they used to. I knew something had […]
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Understanding the Midlife Crisis What Is a Midlife Crisis? So, the first thing we need to tackle is the big question: what even is a midlife crisis? From my experience, it’s like this wild phase in life—typically hitting somewhere in your 40s or 50s—when you start questioning everything you’ve done up until that point. Feelings […]
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Understanding the Roots of a Midlife Crisis What Is a Midlife Crisis? Ah, the midlife crisis! It’s one of those terms that gets thrown around a lot, but what does it really mean? For me, it hit around the age of 40 when I realized I wasn’t invincible anymore. I began questioning my choices, my […]
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Facing the Emotional Rollercoaster Understanding Your Feelings When I hit my midlife, it felt like I was on the most intense rollercoaster ride. One minute I was cruising along, feeling stable and secure, and the next, I was plunging into a pit of despair. Accepting that it’s normal to feel a whirlwind of emotions is […]
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Hey there! Let’s dive into a topic that often comes up in conversation around middle age: the idea of affairs during a midlife crisis. I’ve seen, heard, and even experienced bits of this phenomenon, so let’s explore this together. I like to break it down into five main areas that we should consider when discussing […]
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Self-Reflection and Identity Understanding the Shift Ah, the big “M” word—midlife. It’s that point in life where I found myself questioning everything I thought I knew about myself. I remember sitting back one day, coffee in hand, staring at my reflection and wondering, “Is this really it?” Self-reflection becomes a practice that flips everyone’s personal […]
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Understanding the Midlife Crisis Defining the Midlife Crisis It’s pretty common these days to hear about the dreaded midlife crisis. I mean, there’s even a stereotype of the guy driving a flashy sports car, trying to reclaim his youth. But, what is a midlife crisis really? In most cases, it’s a period, typically in your […]