Midlife With Purpose Blog

Who’s ready to decorate for the holidays? Be honest—a...

Midlife Shifts: Personal Growth & Lessons at 57

Have you ever looked back and realized how much has changed in you—while al...

Regret in Midlife: What to Do When You Wish You’d Chosen Differently

I could hear it in her voice. She tried to hold herself together, but as he...

I was standing at the counter, checking in for my massage—a gift from Chris...

The summer before my middle child, Cameron, left for college was one of the...

You weren’t expecting to feel this way at this point in your life.
The kids...

Rooted, Even After the Storm: A Midlife Reflection from the River

In September 2025, Hurricane Helene devastated western North Carolina, dest...

When Your Kid Makes a Choice You Don't Agree With

Let me just start there, because I know I’m not t...

How to Make (Real) Friends in Midlife—Without Feeling Awkward

If you’ve ever sat in your car before an event wondering, Why did I say yes...

Create a Summer That Feels Like You

You don’t need a packed calendar. You need an intentional one.

Last week, ...

How Do You Want To Feel This Summer?

Summer isn’t just a season—it’s an opportunity.

Not just to do more, but ...

When Life's Been About Everyone Else

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