Post on 17-Aug-2015
Is it a Midlife Transition?
Conflicts or dissatisfaction within Yourself because of• Unrealized goals• Self-perceptions• Physical changes as a result of
aging or health issues
midlife situations
feeling adventurousquestioning the meaning of life
validity of decisions takenConfusion about him/herself
discontentboredomlonelinessrejection
midlife reasons
work or career (or lack thereof)spousal relationships (or lack thereof)
maturation of children (or lack of children)aging or death of parents
physical changes associated with aging
signs & emotions
depressi
on change of
habits
desire for a body shape
unexpect
ed
anger
feels good to get
hurt
shifting sleep
patterns
restarting things
feeling trapped
playing again
myers-briggs personality model
1. AccommodationPresenting ourselves as different people in different situations, called "personae”
2. SeparationTaking off the masks or personae we wear in different situations and assessing who we are under the masks
3. ReintegrationFeeling more certain of who you are and adopting more appropriate personae
4. IndividuationRecognizing and integrating the conflicts that exist within us, and achieving a balance between them
fancy carmakeoverdivorcehealth issuesadventurespartyingclubbingalcoholdrugsfood-compulsionsexual affairs
what‘s it gonna cost you?
coping with midlife transition
It takes time and energy but the
process can help you find greater
satisfaction and pleasure in life
coping with midlife transition
maintain an active sex lifekeep your body in shapeexplore and accept your feelingsdevote extra time to your partnerrekindle your relationshipset new goalsdiscover new hobbiestravel, volunteerdevote special time to your childrentake care of your mental healthjoin a groupvisit therapist if necessary
how to prevent
exercise
weight mx
nutritious
diet
sleep &
rest
TRANSITION
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Information reviewed by OoWomaniya Advisors
Dr. Nita Thakre Gynecologist / Obstetrician
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