I know from both research and my work with women that so many high-achieving women in midlife are missing deep connection. Children grow up, careers shift,…
A Surprising Antidote to Loneliness
No Such Thing as Small Talk: The Science & Joy of Talking to Strangers When was the last time you had a meaningful conversation with someone…
From Blah to Ahhh: Simple Midlife Mood Shifters
You are a powerful human being. You have the power to shift your mood through simple behaviors. Here are 9 ways that you can go from…
3 Ways to Cultivate an Essential Factor for Wellbeing in Midlife and Beyond
I’m sharing something deeply meaningful that has guided my own life and the lives of so many I’ve worked with. It comes from Viktor Frankl, a…
The Psychology Behind Midlife Emptiness in High-Achieving Women
The psychology behind midlife emptiness for high-achieving women often stems from a lifetime of external validation, role-driven identity, and suppressed emotional needs. These women have spent…
4 Essential Skills to Finally Quit Worrying About What Others Think
Are you exhausted from shaping your life around other people’s expectations? Some women reach midlife and finally stop worrying what people think. They speak their truth, wear…
The Science of Why Sunsets Make Us Happier
Sunsets make me happy. 🌅No matter how many I’ve seen, I never tire of the awe they inspire.Some things lose their magic with repeated exposure. Awe…
The Goodbye No One Prepares Us For
Happiness and grief can coexist. One of the most common forms of ambiguous grief I see in my work with women 55+ is when adult children…
Five Lessons I’ve Learned About Building a Gratitude Practice That Lasts
I didn’t set out to practice and study gratitude. When I needed it the most, I unwittingly began practicing gratitude during the most painful time in…