🧶 The Unf*cking Open Discussion: Midlife Myths, Wellness Trend You've Tried & Something New Your Doing

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Before I get into anything, I want to WELCOME THE 100 NEW SUBSCRIBERS who have joined in the last month! It seems that updating my column's name to Unf*cking Midlife has made it clear who I’m talking to and what I’m talking about. But before we get too excited, I have one small thing to admit: I’m a terrible leader and have never been good at forming or maintaining communities. While I’m not quite sure what that’s all about—and I don’t feel the need to figure it out—I can assure you of this: I’m a natural at co-existing, collaborating, and co-creating.

Now, let’s dive into the topic at hand… It’s our First Thread, Y’all! I’m excited to hear from all of you and kick off a conversation we can all enjoy—who knows, we might even unf*ck a few things along the way!

I’ve posted three questions and answered them, but now it’s your turn. I want each of you to answer one or all in the comments. Talk amongst yourselves; I’ll dive in as well! And feel free to share this with friends who you think would enjoy joining the convo!

🧶 THE UNF*CKING THREAD 🧶

1. What's a myth about midlife that you've realized is complete BS? Share your 'WTF moments'!

That women lose interest/desire in sex… that our bodies dry up, shut down and stop sending out any signal that we are in the mood. Though it is true that our hormones shift, people forget what their most important sex organ is- the brain. Of course, some do lose interest/don’t have interest and that is their normal. For others, it’s the first time in their lives that they are getting in touch *pun intended* with their sexuality.

2. What’s one wellness trend you’ve tried in midlife? Did it work, or was it just another fad?

Y’all. I don’t know if this qualifies as ‘wellness’ but I bought one of those infrared pens that targeted me and the skin under my eyes. I still can’t beleive how fast I hit purchase. I can beleive that it’s not working. Or I lost interest in it… unlike sex. Anyway, everyone said get the mask. DO they work??? Should I care??? I do think it would be fun for my boyfriend to wake up next to me in that mask, tbh.

3. What’s something new you’ve picked up or want to try now that you’re unf*cking your midlife?

I picked up weights and increased my protein intake. I do a minimum of 3 days a week of strength training. Currently doing Push/Pull days and feeling totally awkward, but having fun being a beginner.

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