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Is 50 Years Old Midlife? Navigating the 'Big Squeeze' with Grace

Research from the Midlife in the United States Study (MIDUS) shows that for most people, the cliché of a severe midlife crisis is a myth. Instead, the question, "Is 50 years old midlife?" points to a significant period of transition marked by both challenges and unique opportunities for personal fulfillment and growth. This stage, often described as the 'big squeeze,' involves navigating shifting family dynamics, career changes, and personal reassessment.

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