Anxiety in midlife often catches people by surprise. You may have managed fine in earlier decades, only to find yourself suddenly restless, overthinking, or even experiencing panic for the first time. Why Anxiety Rises in Midlife Midlife brings uncertainty. Children leave home, parents age, careers shift, bodies change, contemporaries become ill. The structures that once... Read More

Why Am I So Tired at Midlife? I hear this question a lot: ‘Why do I feel so flat, tired, and drained — even when everything “should” be fine?’ If you’re in midlife, this feeling is more common than you think. It’s not laziness, and it’s not just age. Not everything is about your hormones,... Read More

Why am I so bored and lacking in energy? Feeling bored and lacking energy in life is a common experience that can arise from various underlying factors. In midlife, these symptoms often point to a deeper sense of dissatisfaction or imbalance. Here are some potential reasons why you might be feeling this way: Lack of... Read More

How can I change and avoid a midlife crisis? Change is possible at any age and midlife can be a powerful time for transformation and growth. While it often comes with challenges – like identity, health or loss issues, it also provides an opportunity to reassess your life, set new goals, and make meaningful changes.... Read More

Is self-care selfish? Self-care often gets a bad press. It is packaged as selfish and for the faint hearted. Growing up, the reality for midlifers is that many of them were not taught or encouraged to look after their mental health, rest, and prioritise their wellbeing. For this generation, many were encouraged instead to work... Read More

Why are values important? Values are deeply held beliefs and principles that shape our attitudes, choices, and actions. They serve as a guide for behaviour by providing a framework that helps us determine what is important, meaningful, and ethical in our lives. Perhaps the most important thing to understand about values is that we begin... Read More