Midlife Articles

There’s a lot to learn

and space to grow.


  • Senior People

    Senior People

    Senior management. Senior partner. Put the word “senior” in front of  “judge” or “senator” and it conjures up an image of extensive experience, vast knowledge, and… Read more

  • Letting Go Of Control And Trusting Your Intentions

    Letting Go Of Control And Trusting Your Intentions

    Changing my intention and trusting that this will help has been a tough lesson to learn. It’s been difficult because I resist letting go. I want… Read more

  • Making Decisions I’m Happier With

    Making Decisions I’m Happier With

    Decide now. React now. Do it now!  There’s a lot of pressure to respond immediately when faced with anything from a simple social invitation to a… Read more

  • Older And Progressive

    Older And Progressive

    There are many ageist beliefs that I’ve seen at work, but the idea that older teachers are more conservative in their methods than the younger ones… Read more

  • Sizing-Up Clothing

    Sizing-Up Clothing

    Most people I know have a complex relationship with clothing sizes.  I have clothes in my closet that used to fit properly but now don’t. It’s… Read more

  • Oversharing: Rambling On To Others

    Oversharing: Rambling On To Others

    It can be embarrassing. I’ve been standing at the counter paying for a book and suddenly I’m sharing all about why I love this book and… Read more

  • When/Then Thinking

    When/Then Thinking

    “When it’s a special occasion, then I will use my mother’s china dishes.” This is an example of when/then thinking. I don’t use the dishes until… Read more

  • Learning The Truth and Reconciling 

    Learning The Truth and Reconciling 

    I’ve lived in Canada all of my adult life and worked in the education system for decades, but I wasn’t aware of the history and issues… Read more

  • Texting Back

    Texting Back

    There have been times where I’ve written a lovely response to someone’s text, only to realize days later that I never pressed “send.” There were also… Read more

  • Growing From A Caretaker To A Listener

    Growing From A Caretaker To A Listener

    I’ve recently become aware of the caretaker role and how much I have invested in being a caretaker for family and friends. I thought it was… Read more

Hi, I’m Caroline.

The author smiling while wearing a burgundy t-shirt and a grey and pink crocheted cross-body bag.

I retired after a long career. And now what? It’s a disorienting time of life.

This site explores possibilities, digs into self-discovery, tries to understand the third chapter, and gathers others who are also searching for their next steps.

Most importantly, it’s a way to support each other as we go