The Existential Necessity of Midlife Change

So you think 50 is getting up there? Ready for the decline? Not any more. Average life expectancy in the US now hovers near 80, and for many of us, these become their most productive years. At 50 you’ve discovered your strengths, are comfortable in your skin, have learned where to partner and where to soar alone. Now to figure out what to do with this expanded picture of fulfilling later years…check out this fantastic article from HBR’s Jan/Feb ‘08 issue. (Currently the entire article is accessible, but later on this link may lead to a summary.)