How Cinematherapy Helped Me Through a Midlife Crisis

Posted on:
Key Points

After spending two decades raising my daughter alone, cherishing every moment of motherhood, I finally had the time to focus on my career and love aspirations, but the world seemed to be telling me I was too old and too late...

It started just after I turned 50, when my doctor's office sent me a medical reminder disguised as a birthday card..

So with the clock ticking, I decided to shift things into high gear. I purchased a new planner and carefully recorded my aspirations: writing success in the form of a book deal, a better-paying job to support me along the way, and the captivating love story Id always yearned for..

Three weeks later, I was thrilled when I landed an interview for what appeared to be the ideal positionpart-time work with full-time pay that would afford me precious time to work on my manuscript...

As the day arrived, I carefully chose my outfit, wearing what I thought was a winning combination of style and professionalism: my new H&M black blazer paired with my pinstriped black-and-cream top, and ankle-length dress pants to match..

You might be interested in

How Cinematherapy Helped Me Through a Midlife Crisis

20, Feb, 24

Yes, there is a therapeutic basis for “watching movies to heal,” but only if you do it the right way. Here's how.

Boss cancels leaves agreed upon during interview, employee shares ordeal online

07, Jan, 24

“During the interview process, I informed HR that I would need this week off of work in January. They said it wouldn’t be a problem,” wrote the Redditor.  | Trending