Midlife Musings
Fortysomething. If my life were a TV show, that would be the title, and these are the episodes. Or maybe I am just having an episode.
Everything they don't put in the brochure for your 40s. Work situations that make your blood boil, body changes nobody prepared you for, pop culture opinions held with unreasonable conviction, and the general absurdity of being a grown woman who still hasn't figured out what she wants to be when she grows up. Honest, unfiltered, and occasionally petty in ways that are entirely justified.Never Give Up, Never Surrender
What’s the best advice you’d give to someone younger than you? I’d tell someone younger than me to never give up. Life and people will throw every obstacle in your way. Never surrender. Don’t compromise on your goals. If you want something, it’s up to you to figure out how to get it. There will be some who can help along the way, but you’ve got to carry the load. I wish someone had given me that advice when I was younger and made me believe it.
You Have Your Shit Together
Who are you most inspired by? I am always inspired by people who have their shit together. There have been different people at different stages of my life.
Mind Your Business
The origin story for a fixation that was, at the time, still just curiosity. Allegedly.
Happiness Is What You Make of It
What’s a common misconception people have about happiness? A common misconception is that happiness is a monolith. It does not look one way for everyone. Even what can make many people happy will cause pain in others. Happiness is completely situational and not commonplace.
Circles and Shields – Few of My Favorite Things
What are your two favorite things to wear? I am a creature of habit. There are some things that, once I’ve defined them, become touchstones to get me through the day. Totems to either bring me luck or shield me against the world. These are a few of my favorite things.
