Author name: Jason Doyle

When I was 20, I dreaded turning 30. In my 30s, I worried about turning 40. Now in my 40s, I don’t dread turning 50. Yes, I worry about illness and injury as I age, so I work on eating right and staying fit. However, something was missing in my life. I felt lethargic and […]

Loneliness may once have been associated with old age. But now it seems to impact every age group. We seem to be more connected than ever through social media. But this newfound connection does not satisfy us, as much as meeting in person and spending quality time with someone. Here we look at loneliness in

The problem with waiting for the right time… …is that there’s never a right time. Waiting for that perfect moment to start or do something will lead to failure. It’s better to try and fail. Rather than do nothing, which itself is a type of failure. We procrastinate not because we’re lazy but because we

The older I get the more routine and stability I create. Which has benefits, financial security and lower stress and strong relationships. But it can be boring, repetitive, and lead to a life which feels stagnant. Personal development and growth are essential, enabling us to live a life with purpose and meaning. This contributes to

Midlife can feel busy, repetitive, and sometimes overwhelming. We often think we need big changes to feel better, but I’ve noticed it’s the small things that make the biggest difference. Big changes can feel liberating, but they’re scarce and hard to replicate. Little changes are easier and can consistency builds healthy habits. Here are 9

Midlife is a wakeup call, an opportunity to change. It’s not too late. Why? Because we reflect on who we are, where we’ve been, and where we want to go. By the time we reach midlife, something changes, whether it’s the ageing process, or life changes. Whatever the reason may be, midlife is a significant

Challenge the Idea of a Midlife Crisis Midlife is stealthy. Out of the blue it’s suddenly here. You knew it was coming, and now it’s here, and you can’t quite believe it. We’ve all heard the phrase “midlife crisis.” It normally happens to people in their 40s or 50s, a time when we question our

If you haven’t read ‘Why You Need to Write a Bucket List’, here’s a brief summary. A bucket list is a list of things you want to get done — it can be whatever you want. My bucket list includes things like completing a triathlon and watching the Harry Potter series from beginning to end…

Forty-plus years of experiences, hitting midlife and thinking — what now? A so-called “midlife crisis” happens because we know it’s time for change. An empty nest, career or relationships stagnating, and both mental and physical changes. Then there’s the stereotype — the downward spiral of getting older. Society treating us differently, and sabotaging our own

We all fear making mistakes—but why? If you know the why, you discover why you’re putting something off. I’ve missed opportunities in the past related to public speaking. My fear of talking in front of a group of people. I worried about making mistakes, looking foolish, and embarrassing myself. You may relate, public speaking is