Welcome to The Silver Reset Journal — a place for reflections and observations on life beyond senior leadership, and inspiration for redefining retirement.
This is where I explore the questions that often emerge when a long-held professional role comes to an end — questions about identity, contribution, wellbeing and how the years ahead might be lived differently.
Some reflections grow out of conversations with women navigating this transition. Others challenge the assumptions that have shaped the traditional idea of retirement — an idea that no longer fits many women’s lives.
Sometimes the questions are quiet and reflective. At other times they carry a real sense of urgency, curiosity and possibility.
If you find yourself asking, “Who am I now, beyond the role I’ve held for so long?” you may discover something here that resonates.
Because redefining this stage of life often begins with asking better questions.
Who Are You Without Your Job Title? Rebuilding Identity After 50
Who Are You Without Your Job Title? Rebuilding Identity After 50 When women say they’re worried about retirement, it often sounds practical. Money. Structure. Time. But underneath those concerns is a quieter, more personal question – one that’s harder to say out loud: Who will I be without my job title? Why this question feels […]
Why Midlife Energy Drops — and Why It’s Not “Just Age”
Why Midlife Energy Drops – and Why It’s Not “Just Age” Many women reach their 50s with a quiet frustration they struggle to explain. They’re still capable. Still interested. Still motivated – and yet, they’re tired in a way they never used to be. Too often, this is brushed aside with a familiar explanation: “It’s […]
Retire, Reduce, Reset? Rethinking the “Cliff Edge” Career Narrative
Retire, Reduce, Reset? – Rethinking the “Cliff Edge” Career Narrative For many women in their 50s and beyond, the word retirement lands with a dull thud rather than a sense of excitement. On paper, it’s meant to be a reward – a well-earned rest after decades of hard work. In reality, it often brings a […]
Sleep, Stress, and Strength: The Three Pillars of Post-50 Wellbeing
Stress, Sleep and Strength: The Three Pillars of Post-50 Wellbeing When women tell me they’re feeling tired, achy, or “just off,” I often ask three questions: “How are you sleeping?” “How’s your stress level?” “Are you doing anything that makes you feel strong?” These three areas – sleep, stress, and strength – form the foundation […]
Why Women Over 50 Start an Online Business
Why Women Over 50 Start an Online Business Many Women in Midlife are Feeling Stuck If you’re a woman in your 50s or 60s the chances are you’ve spent decades juggling work, family, and countless responsibilities. Perhaps you’ve built a successful career but find yourself burned out and unfulfilled (and, quite possibly, fed up with […]
Let’s Go Outside – The Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors with Friends
Let’s Go Outside – The Benefits of Spending Time Outdoors with Friends Spending time outdoors, especially with friends, offers multiple benefits that enhance both mental and physical health. Combining the positive effects of social interaction and nature exposure can significantly boost overall well-being. Here’s what the evidence says about the benefits of being outside with […]