Slow Living: Find Peace, Balance, and Calm in Hustle Society Quarter and Midlife Crisis
Aug 19, 2024
This discussion dives into the emotional rollercoasters of midlife and quarter-life crises. It highlights the anxiety triggered by milestone ages and the importance of parents as calm role models during these transitions. Practical advice includes reverse-engineering life goals and embracing 'factory resets' through journaling. The conversation also challenges listeners to envision their future selves and differentiate between manifestation and action. Inspiring stories from women who navigated tough times add real-life resilience to the mix.
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Milestone Crises Are Natural Signals
- Quarter-life and midlife crises are natural milestone reactions when people reassess life's trajectory and choices.
- Stephanie O'Day frames these as moments to pause, reflect, and realign rather than signs of failure.
You Model Calm For Your Kids
- Children watch adult behavior closely and model emotional responses during crises.
- Maintaining composure provides them reassurance, so aim to be present and steady rather than performative.
Reverse Engineer Your Desired Lifestyle
- Reverse engineer the lifestyle you want by deciding where and how you want to live as an adult.
- Then research the income and educational steps needed and map concrete routes to get there.
