Loss of Routine Understanding the Importance of Routine Let’s be honest; when I was working, my days were meticulously scheduled. Every hour had a purpose, and I was always on the go, juggling meetings, deadlines, and projects. When retirement hit, that routine vanished overnight. Initially, it felt freeing, but soon enough, I realized it was […]
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Rediscovering Your Purpose Taking Stock of Your Current Situation At 55, I found myself at a crossroads in my career. It was a time of reflection when I realized I needed to take stock of where I was and where I genuinely wanted to go. It’s crucial to dive deep into your current job satisfaction. […]
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Self-Reflection and Personal Growth Why It Matters So, as I started to feel the tug of midlife creeping up on me, I realized how crucial self-reflection is during this time. It’s like getting a lens cleaner for your glasses; suddenly, everything is clearer. It’s a moment to step back, take stock of where I am […]
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Self-Reflection and Identity Crisis Understanding Who We Are So, let’s dive into the first major area: self-reflection. Honestly, this is huge during a midlife crisis. We often find ourselves questioning our values, purpose, and even our identity. It’s kind of like looking in a mirror and realizing, “Wow, is this really me?” I remember going […]
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Feeling Lost and Confused Understanding the Emotions As I hit my 40s, I couldn’t shake off this overwhelming sense of confusion. It felt like one day I woke up and the life I crafted was not the life I wanted anymore. I had moments of deep reflection, questioning every decision. It was like a fog […]
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Embrace Self-Reflection Understanding Your Feelings You may find yourself in a whirlwind of emotions during a midlife crisis. I know I did! It’s a time for self-reflection, a chance to really dig deep into what’s bothering you. Is it your career, family, or personal goals? The first step is to acknowledge these feelings instead of […]
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Self-Reflection and Awareness Understanding Your Feelings When I first hit my midlife crisis, it felt like I was stuck in a rerun of a bad sitcom. Everything seemed out of whack, and my emotions were all over the place. The first step I took was understanding what I was really feeling. Self-reflection was key. I […]
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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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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 […]