Feeling Lost in Midlife: Why You Don’t Feel Like Yourself & How to Find Your Way Again #29

Feeling lost in midlife is more common than you might think — but it can feel incredibly isolating when you’re in it.In this episode of Midlife Answers, we explore one of the most searched and quietly felt questions:Why do I feel like I’m not myself anymore?In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Suzette, a therapist specialising in identity, relationships and emotional wellbeing, to unpack what’s really going on when you feel lost — and how to start reconnecting with yourself again.We talk about the impact of midlife transitions, including hormonal changes, career shifts, family dynamics and emotional load — and why this stage of life can trigger a deeper sense of disconnection or lack of direction.In this episode, we cover:Why feeling “lost” in midlife is different from stress or burnoutMidlife identity shifts and the pressure of time and life decisionsHormones, perimenopause and emotional wellbeingGuilt, expectations and putting yourself lastSigns you may need professional supportPractical ways to reconnect with yourself todaySimple tools like the five senses exercise, gratitude and time in natureSuzette shares how feeling lost is often not a failure, but a signal that something within you is ready to change. With small, intentional steps, it is possible to find clarity, direction and a renewed sense of self.✨ If you’re feeling disconnected, overwhelmed or unsure of your next step, this conversation will help you feel less alone — and more grounded.If anything discussed in this episode brings up difficult feelings for you, please consider speaking with your GP, a healthcare professional, or a qualified therapist who can provide personalised support.🎧 Listen now — and follow this link to explore more episodes of Midlife Answers.If this resonated, you might also find these episodes helpful:Burnout in Midlife: When Rest Isn’t an Option — when feeling lost is actually exhaustionResentment in Midlife Relationships — when disconnection starts showing up in your relationshipMenopause 101 — understanding the hormonal changes that can affect mood, identity and how you feel day to dayAbout Midlife AnswersMidlife Answers is a midlife podcast for women where each episode focuses on one real question about hormones, health, wellbeing and confidence — answered clearly, practically and compassionately with expert insight.Have a question?Send it via this link or DM me on Instagram @midlifeanswers — no topic is off-limits.A little note from me…If you enjoy listening to Midlife Answers and know others who would too, I’d really appreciate your support:Subscribe on Apple, Spotify or wherever you listenRate and review — it helps more women find the podcastShare or tag @midlifeanswers on InstagramSupport the podcast via Buy Me A Coffee (or green tea!)Find Out More:Suzette Castle-Mackie:https://www.counselling-directory.org.uk/counsellors/suzette-castle-mackiePodcast Editor — Mike Roberts:https://vault.makingdigitalreal.co.uk