Is Downsizing In Midlife Right for You? A Few Things To Consider Before The Big Move
Midlife is a time of transition. Our bodies grow older, our minds evolve and we might start to appreciate the power of letting things go.…
Lorraine Candy: “I Faced The Midlife Void By Slowing Down”
Lorraine Candy, a mother of four, an award-winning journalist and former editor of popular magazines such as The Sunday Times Style, ELLE and Cosmopolitan, experienced…
My Bucket List Disaster
Midlife is full of unexpected twists and turns, and sometimes, those curveballs can completely derail even the most carefully crafted plans. In the pursuit of…
Having A Midlife Crisis? Start Skateboarding!
You're never too old to learn to skateboard: it's not only fun but also good for your mental health. A new study dubbed “Identity and…
Roads To Reinvention: Inspiring Paths To A Happy Second Half
Pivotal periods in our midlife are often the times we grow the most. They can be uncomfortable and uncertain as we experience new and different…
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…
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…
5 Tips For Successfully Starting Your Career 2.0 At 50
Do you feel like you’re not moving in the direction you want anymore? Maybe it's time to decide the outcome of the next chapter of…
8 Career Tips For Empty Nesters Returning To Work
It’s that time of the year when the graduations from High School have concluded. The parties have wound down, the decorations picked up and the…
Preventing Midlife Meltdowns In 2 Steps
Whether you consider it a crisis or an opportunity, there is no doubt that midlife is a time of new challenges. A period in which…
Dealing With The Emotional Side Of Midlife Downsizing
As we age, most of us will consider the option of downsizing to a smaller space. Whether it's because we no longer need as much…
Author Celia Dodd: “Retirement Is About Change, Not Age”
Are you afraid of retirement? Think again. According to Celia Dodd, journalist and author of "Not Fade Away: How to Thrive in Retirement" (Green Tree),…
Think You’re Too Old To Compete? Think Again
The Olympic Games in Tokyo this year have certainly been the real proof of CrunchyTales' beliefs on ageing as a time of awareness, reawakening and…
The Gift Of Calligraphy
A few weeks ago I had an appointment with my Doctor and at the end of the consultation, she tried to print out some advice…
Michelle Fishburne, On The Road To Share Stories Of Hope
In the COVID-19 spring, she lost her job as the national director of public relations and partnerships for an organization she really loved. In June,…
Feeling Left Behind In Your Life? Here Is Why You Shouldn’t
Life is much more personal, complex, and nuanced than we think. However, in the middle of our journey, we can't help but feel like we’re…
Waking Up To My Menopause
I was about 50 when I started asking myself: “what is happening to my body and my mind?” I was struggling to sleep well, I…
10 Great Reasons For Traveling On Your Own At Any Age
I was born with the “travelling bug” and I was lucky enough to have parents who always pushed me to explore. I started travelling alone…
5 Successful Ways To Manage Fear And Anxiety In Midlife
You’re standing in a room and have no idea why you’re there. Your errant chin hairs could poke someone’s eye out. Sleeping through the night…