Midlife can feel heavy. Between careers, kids, ageing parents, finances, health, and the endless “shoulds,” joy often gets pushed to the very back of the line.

But here’s something to think about:

👉 Joy isn’t frivolous. Joy is fuel.

In this episode of A New Way to Love, Live & Lead, I share my own journey of moving from autopilot and “Doing Mode” into rediscovering joy, including how my son reminded me that sometimes the most powerful healing happens when we laugh, play, and say yes to fun.

We CAN have fun again after 40.

We’ll explore:

• ​Why joy isn’t a luxury — it’s radical self-care and a powerful midlife self-care strategy.
• ​How joy boosts resilience, creativity, and connection in midlife, reminding us that we can find happiness in midlife.
• ​The link between joy, gratitude, and presence
• ​The 3 Pathways to Joy: Rediscover Play, Reignite Creativity, & Reclaim Fun
• ​Simple ways to bring more fun, creativity, and play into your daily life

Reflection Question: Where have you been postponing joy?What’s one playful, creative, or fun thing you could say yes to this week?

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And remember, Joy isn’t extra. It’s essential.

When you prioritise play, creativity, and fun, you don’t just feel better, you expand your resilience, connection, and capacity to thrive in midlife and beyond.

Thank you for being a part of my community!

With gratitude and love,

Cheryne X