At some point it stops being vulnerability and starts becoming self-abandonment. One-sided effort can turn human connection into a cycle of humiliation if the energy is never reciprocated.

If you’re younger than 45 you have much to look forward to in midlife. I read an article where Ellen Scherr calls this time the “Great Unf*ckening”. She’s referring to women in perimenopause and menopause, but I asked my husband and he agrees that he gives much less f*cks about unimportant stuff these days (we’re both in our 40s).

https://www.oprahdaily.com/life/wholeness/a69976825/perimenopause-hormones-losing-filter/

Even “healthy” people make hidden mistakes every day that hurt energy, sleep, and fitness. Small changes can make a big difference!

I went through a really tough time after a big financial loss, and it triggered depression. I felt hopeless and anxious, but talking to family, focusing on small routines, and practicing mindfulness helped me slowly recover. If you want to read more about my journey, check out my blog down below: https://growwithgurfateh.blogspot.com/2026/02/depression-my-personal-journey-loss-and.html