Identity & Purpose

If I’ve got everything I ever wanted, then why am I unhappy? Many people reach midlife and find themselves in a desperate situation, having achieved... Read More

The Aphrodite Complex isn’t really about beauty. It’s about where we’ve learned to locate our value.  As the ancient Greek goddess of love, beauty, desire,... Read More

The Midlife Odyssey: When the Old Map No Longer Works. Midlifers often ask me, ‘What should I change to be happy?’ I wish I had... Read More

What If The Reality Is Better Than You Think! One of the biggest anxieties people share with me in midlife is the fear of ageing.... Read More

Expanding Identity Beyond Appearance in Midlife There is a particular kind of grief that many people feel but don’t talk about – or maybe only... Read More

Empty Nesting: The Truth About Letting Go. The day your child leaves home is one you can see coming for years, yet when it arrives,... Read More

Invisibility at Midlife: Why Women Feel They Disappear. Many women describe reaching midlife and suddenly feeling less visible. You notice people looking past you in... Read More

Am I Having a Midlife Crisis? Why It’s Real, and How to Use It for Growth. It’s one of the most common questions I hear... Read More