The Middlescence Manifesto: Building Resilience And Thriving In Midlife With Barbara Waxman

What do you think about the term mid-life crisis? When I think of that term, this is what comes to mind:◦       A mid-life man buys a Porsche.◦       He gets a divorce.◦       He gets a hairpiece or alters his appearance to look younger.◦       He starts dating a younger woman.  This is a stereotype, and it isn't what every man goes through. But what about women? Do we have mid-life crises? Does the term "mid-life crisis" even exist, and how does it impact our ability to thrive in this part of our lives? My guest today, Barbara Waxman, specializes in this topic, so I was grateful to have the opportunity to speak with her. During our conversation, Barbara and I talked about:◦       ◦ Her journey to studying and becoming an expert in gerontology.◦       ◦ What middlescence is and how we can use it to our advantage.◦       ◦ Why a midlife crisis is a myth; we can thrive during this second adolescence.◦       ◦ I share some personal examples, and Barbara coaches me on the difference between 3 terms: mid-life crisis, burnout, and resilience.◦       ◦ We talk about the “used up” feeling after a long day at work and how this may be a sign that our energy management is off kilter.◦       We talk about her 5 Essential Elements Quiz and her book, The Middlescence Manifesto: Igniting the Passion of Midlife, available on her website.