Have you ever paused and looked around at the people in your life, reflecting on how friendships have evolved over the years? Some remain steadfast, while others naturally fade away. This is especially true during midlife, a stage where we often reevaluate relationships and choose those that align with who we are becoming.

This realization hit me deeply during a significant milestone for my family—my daughter Sienna’s bat mitzvah.

As we step into midlife, we often find ourselves rewriting various chapters of our story—from relationships to careers, and even to something as personal as our closets. Clothes aren’t just garments; they tell a story about who we are, how we see ourselves, and what we believe we deserve. But what happens when that story no longer fits?

Purpose—it’s such a loaded word, isn’t it? For a long time, I thought purpose was a singular destination, something you landed on and followed forever. But my journey taught me otherwise. Today, I define purpose as an alignment with who you are at your core—an evolving sense of what makes you feel alive and fulfilled.

For many women, midlife comes with a sense of transition. It’s not uncommon to feel like you’re navigating a juggling act—balancing work, parenting, home responsibilities, and personal relationships. At times, it may feel like a circus, where you’re one slip away from dropping everything. But what if this stage of life is an opportunity to rewrite your narrative and reconnect with what truly brings you joy?