Midlife represents a normal stage of life with some predictable and not so predictable experiences. The term crisis conjures up images of men and women in their 40s and 50s trying to recapture their youth often by acting out in ways that reinforce stereotypes. However, most people manage this process without disrupting what really matters to them.
This can be a time of joy, searching, and rediscovery as we begin to contemplate and jump into the next chapter of our lives. If you have children, those relationships are changing and if your parents are still alive 
they may need you to take on a different role than what you’ve had over the last few decades. Career challenges may also come into play.
While there can be relationship turmoil, depression and anxiety, this transitional period may also mark a period of tremendous growth. It can be a time of renewed energy, commitments, and contentment if you put a little energy into processing these challenges so you can successfully navigate through midlife.
