Midlife transitions – moving to that second mountain

After decades of leading the corporate life and chasing acquisitions, some people are transitioning to living for others. Here are some of their stories.

The idea of people undergoing midlife crises, or going through midlife transitions, is not at all a new one. PHOTO ILLUSTRATION: PIXABAY
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E used to spend her days at meetings discussing issues both urgent and important. She retired in 2023, just shy of 60.

People asked if she wanted to take on roles that would tap her skills and networks. She said no to all.

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