How to set goals, even if you don’t know what you want
Setting new goals can be exciting. There’s something energising about mapping out a new direction for your life, especially in midlife, when you want the next chapter to truly matter. But what happens when you don’t know what you want?What if you’re standing at a crossroads — unsure, a bit stuck, and maybe even feeling […]
Lifelong learning: formal vs informal
We recently received some questions about lifelong learning from readers who aren’t in formal education. One of our previous posts focused on structured learning, but lifelong learning certainly isn’t limited to that. There’s an entire world of informal learning that equally counts as lifelong learning and can be just as transformative. What is lifelong learning? […]
Lifelong learning in midlife
This week’s post is about something that’s really close to my heart: lifelong learning in midlife! In this fast-paced, ever-changing world, keeping your brain in gear through lifelong learning is more important than ever. At Midlife Crossroads Academy, we’re all about the power of continuous education—especially when you’re navigating midlife. It keeps you sharp, relevant and fulfilled. […]
How to meet new people
(this blog post follows on from my previous post about finding love in midlife) Almost 90 years ago, Dale Carnegie offered practical advice and techniques for how to make friends quickly and easily. His book ‘How to win friends and influence people’ has been a huge bestseller. But I always thought it had one major […]