EPISODE · Jul 24, 2026 · 23 MIN
Overcoming Midlife Burnout, Ageism, and AI: A Gen X Guide to Reinvention
from Strangers With Kittens: Gen X Stories from the Least Parented Generation. · host Eileen Kelly
Remember the electricity of childhood when the world could still surprise you? When you snuck out after dark, read the jokes on popsicle sticks, and didn't look at the future through a lens of fear or cynicism? These days, after decades of navigating love, heartbreak, divorce, and career setbacks, it feels like nothing surprises us anymore. Is Gen X just stuck in a rut, or are we finally resting? In this week's episode of Strangers With Kittens, we confront the realities of midlife burnout and the unique pressures of the sandwich generation. We dive into the heavy lifting of healing your inner child while simultaneously caring for aging parents who might not have cared for you, all while watching your own children mature into young adults. We also tackle the modern anxieties of midlife career changes, dealing with workplace ageism, and the rise of AI. Listen for a powerful reminder to pause, re-evaluate, and decide what you want. Everything is up for negotiation, and you still get to decide who you want to be. Support the show Strangers With Kittens is a podcast created by Eileen Kelly and Produced by Ashley Aker. Original music composed and performed by Chris Hajian. You can listen to full podcast episodes on Spotify, Amazon, Audible, and Apple Podcasts. ✨ If you love raw, authentic Gen X stories, hit the FOLLOW button on Spotify to help our podcast grow! Follow Strangers With Kittens On Social Media Facebook Instagram TikTok YouTube Keep The Conversation Going https://www.strangerswithkittens.com/
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Remember the electricity of childhood when the world could still surprise you? When you snuck out after dark, read the jokes on popsicle sticks, and didn't look at the future through a lens of fear or cynicism? These days, after decades of navigating love, heartbreak, divorce, and career setbacks, it feels like nothing surprises us anymore. Is Gen X just stuck in a rut, or are we finally resting? In this week's episode of Strangers With Kittens, we confront the realities of midlife burnout an...
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