Rock Your Midlife: Simple Strategies To Regain Confidence As You Age
As we age, it’s easy to forget who we are and what we've accomplished over the years. Occasionally, we may lose a little of our…
Navigating the Challenges of a Career Change After 50
Making a career change is never easy, but when you are over 50, it can be particularly challenging. Deciding to switch gears and pursue a…
New Year, New You: Unwrapping The 12 Gifts Of Your Third Act
I remember the first time I read the Pulitzer Prize winner Mary Oliver's poem “The Summer Day” where at the end she asks: “Tell me,…
Carolyn Smith: “Always Keep Dancing And Smiling, No Matter What”
Nothing can stop internationally acclaimed dancer and choreographer Carolyn Smith. Not even cancer, which she still keeps battling fiercely with the power of positivity. Born…
“Be Sensible, Dear”: How To Overcome The Good Girl Syndrome In Your 50s
Do you often resent that others get what they want, but you never do? Do you usually worry about what others will think of you?…
7 Books So Powerful They Can Change Your Midlife
With thousands of books published every week, sometimes it's difficult for many of us to decide which one to pick up. That's especially true when…
How To Break Free From A Midlife Narcissist Partner
Life with a narcissistic partner isn’t easy. You have to put up with upsetting behaviour, arrogance, lack of empathy, and manipulation. But still, despite all…
Back To University In Your 50s: Here Is What To Expect
Learning is one of the most rewarding things that we can do in life and it’s never too late to study for a degree. Whether…
Pushing The Boundaries Of Midlife With Cold Swimming
Have you ever jumped into ice-cold water? It may not sound appealing during the colder months, but those midlife women who regularly practice cold swimming…
3 Ways To Thrive In Your Career During a Recession
As the global economy takes steps against a growing recession, you may be wondering how to guarantee job security in your midlife. Whether you are…
The Tall Poppy Syndrome
I don't know about you, but I've spent all of my life being asked not to be too loud, too bold and too enterprising. Strange…
Are You Stuck In A Rut? Quick Steps To Build Your Self-care Toolbox
It's so easy today for many of us, midlife women, to get caught up with the “go-go-go-give-give-give” treadmill of life. Stress is one of the…
Pop Star Stacey Jackson: “The World Is My Oyster”
She became an inspiration for stay-at-home moms when she shot to fame, having launched her music career at 40. Following the success of her debut…
Ann Dowd: “Keep Your Story Alive”
Success often comes when you at least expect it. But most of the time, many of us give up on our dreams over the years…
3 Ways To Improve Your Midlife Mental Fitness
As we mature in life, we are continuously changing. Our bodies may slow down, and aches tend to become an uninvited guest that keeps knocking…
What Triggers Your Flow?
When were you last so absorbed in doing something that you lost track of time? If you have ever felt something similar, you might have…
Are You Living On Autopilot?
It happens more often than you think. Being busy and distracted at the same time, you tend to follow your predictable daily routine without reflecting…
The Maturity Principle
Did you know personality tends to get better over time? Psychologists call it "the maturity principle." It's when people become more extroverted, emotionally stable, agreeable…
How About Spring Cleaning Our Mind?
As Spring arrives, now is the perfect time of the year to consider a deep-clean. I'm not talking about decluttering our wardrobes (although it's always…
In Praise Of Difficult Women
Difficult. They call you difficult. Maybe it's because you answer back, you are a bit too loud or you're up to challenge the status quo.…