Let’s be honest—life after 50 comes with its own unique set of stressors. Between navigating health changes, family dynamics, work transitions, and the occasional existential crisis (why are we here, again?), it’s no wonder stress can feel like an uninvited houseguest. The good news? It’s absolutely possible to manage stress Read more…
Turning 40 is a milestone—like crossing a threshold into a whole new world. Suddenly, you’re too young to retire but too old to understand TikTok trends. It’s a time of reflection, reinvention, and—if you’re like me—a lot of “What the heck comes next?” One thing I’ve learned in this decade Read more…
Let’s get into a topic that hits close to home for a lot of us: midlife moods and hormonal shifts. If you’re anything like me, you probably thought you’d left mood swings behind in high school. Surprise! Midlife is here to remind us that hormones aren’t done with us just Read more…
Ah, midlife. That wonderful time when everything changes—and I mean everything. It’s not just the hot flashes, the mood swings, or the sudden urge to Google, “Why do my knees hurt when I sit too long?” It’s the whole mental and emotional journey that comes with it. And let’s Read more…
Midlife anxiety? Oh yes, it’s real, and if you’re experiencing it, you’re certainly not alone. It’s not just something that happens to “other people.” I know because I’ve been there. There’s something about hitting that big 4-0 (or 5-0, or any milestone, really) that opens the floodgates of existential questions. Read more…
Midlife is often painted as a time of stability, with career progressions, family life, and social structures seemingly in place. But in reality, it can be one of the most stressful times in a person’s life. Personally, I’ve experienced many of these stressors firsthand, and I’ve spoken with countless others Read more…
Midlife is a significant phase of life, often accompanied by transitions that can spark anxiety. Whether it’s career changes, shifting family dynamics, health concerns, or personal reflections on aging, many people feel the pressure during these years. As someone who has navigated these transitions, I want to share strategies that Read more…
Midlife is a unique phase in life—one that often brings significant changes, both positive and challenging. During this time, many people face transitions like career shifts, caring for aging parents, children leaving home, health concerns, and personal reflection on life’s direction. While these changes can be rewarding, they often come Read more…
If you’ve hit your 40s, chances are you’ve noticed some subtle (or not-so-subtle) changes in your memory and mental sharpness. I certainly did. One day, I found myself standing in the kitchen, blankly staring at the pantry, completely forgetting why I went in there. It wasn’t a one-off occurrence either. Read more…
If you’re a woman in your 40s or beyond, like me, you might have thought that by this time in life, you’d have everything figured out. After all, we’ve spent years juggling careers, families, relationships, and countless responsibilities. And yet, despite all the life experience under our belts, midlife often Read more…