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Maybe the Midlife Crisis Was Actually the Midlife Awakening
Adventure After 50
Fina De' Lorenzo

Maybe the Midlife Crisis Was Actually the Midlife Awakening

What if the midlife crisis was never a crisis at all? Maybe it’s the moment the haze finally lifts and you realize you’re allowed to choose yourself. I’m shedding old names, old expectations, fear and the need for approval—and stepping into a life filled with tattoos, travel, laughter, adventure and unapologetic joy. I’m not losing myself. I’m finally becoming her.

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I Don’t Have the Bandwidth for This Today
Boundaries
Fina De' Lorenzo

I Don’t Have the Bandwidth for This Today

What happens when the woman who always handles everything finally stops? Apparently, everyone gets confused. After years of fixing, rescuing and carrying what never belonged to me, I’m learning that setting boundaries isn’t abandonment—it’s finally coming home to myself.

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Menopause: Why Does Everyone Suddenly Annoy Me?
ADHD Women
Fina De' Lorenzo

Menopause: Why Does Everyone Suddenly Annoy Me?

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Week Three: Apparently the Universe Wasn't Finished With Me Yet
Chronic Illness
Fina De' Lorenzo

Week Three: Apparently the Universe Wasn't Finished With Me Yet

Well, apparently whatever bug moved into my body last week decided it wasn't ready to leave. I thought maybe I'd wake up feeling better. Maybe a little stronger. Maybe ready...
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Week Two: Life Had Other Plans
Life Happens
Fina De' Lorenzo

Week Two: Life Had Other Plans

Week Two: Life Had Other Plans Well, apparently life has a sense of humor. The very first week I decided I was going to focus on myself, improve my health,...
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Learning How to Stop Abandoning Myself
Boundaries
Fina De' Lorenzo

Learning How to Stop Abandoning Myself

Sometimes I wonder how much our health is connected to the lives we’ve lived. Like… if stress can physically live inside the body, mine has probably signed a long-term lease...
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