I'll be turning 40 next week and have been feeling generally restless; anyone out there have any insight on what they would consider a mid-life crisis and how it came to manifest itself to the point that you noticed?
2007-01-05 01:19:09 · 5 answers · asked by drumrb0y 5 in Social Science ➔ Psychology
The restless feeling is only the beginning. Next you may become isolated from family and friends. You may want to start thinking more of your own wants and needs. You can expect to have urges to explore and travel. Most importantly you may feel that you are truly mortal and your end time is coming. This may lead to things like infidelity and the constant need for change from day to day routines. Good luck.
2007-01-05 01:27:51 · answer #1 · answered by robert s 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋
Do not feel like you are the only one. When I got out of high school I felt the same, pressured to start my life and do as much as possible. I ended up making a lot of mistakes because of it but I have also found out a lot about myself. Perhaps travel the world, find a hobby, go to school. My grandmas friend went back to school at 40 and now has an associates in computer technology and is starting her own business. It is never to late to get your life on track or find a new path! If you spend your time worrying and being depressed then you are wasting time! Feel free to email me if you want further advice!
2016-03-14 01:53:07 · answer #2 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
"mid life crisis" basically preys on any doubts that you might not be as successful as you wanted to be. You get restless and typically men in this stage of their lives will go and spend a horrendous amount of money on a new car, get involved with extra marital affairs, go bungee jumping, Mouton climbing, storm chasing or snake wrangling. Some use this energy to pursue further education or change their profession.
2007-01-05 02:08:54 · answer #3 · answered by al b 5 · 1⤊ 0⤋
I decided not to have one and went into a second childhood instead.
Really, midlife crises are all about the fear of getting old. Getting old is a state of mind. I'm 50 and still roller blade, play with children, race remote controlled cars and in general enjoy myself. Stop worrying about getting old and have some fun.
2007-01-05 01:28:28 · answer #4 · answered by Anonymous · 0⤊ 0⤋
Welcom to the club..
I don't know, I still feel 17....
Big Frank ...
2007-01-05 01:29:02 · answer #5 · answered by FXM65 2 · 0⤊ 0⤋