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Why Life Gets Better After 50 with Jonathan Rauch
Why Life Gets Better After 50 with Jonathan Rauch
Why Life Gets Better After 50 with Jonathan Rauch
Tuesday 16th April 2019
Jonathan Rauch reveals why happiness rises after 50 and why midlife is not a crisis but a transition.
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Episode Overview
- Happiness follows a U-shaped curve, declining in midlife before rising after 50.
- Midlife emotional turmoil is normal and part of a healthy transition.
- Later years can be the emotional peak of life, contrary to societal beliefs.
- Understanding the happiness curve can prevent panic during midlife.
- Connection and giving back become more important as we age.
The emotional peak of life is not until their 60s or 70s.
Jonathan Rauch, the author of 'The Happiness Curve: Why Life Gets Better After 50', joins Mental Health News Radio to chat about the fascinating trajectory of happiness as we age. You might be wondering why life feels like a slog during your 40s, despite ticking off those success boxes. Rauch unpacks this paradox, explaining how happiness dips into a U-shaped curve from your 20s through midlife, before making a triumphant return in your 50s.
This episode is a comforting reminder that if you're feeling stuck in your 40s, you're not alone. Jonathan shares how his own experiences of winning prestigious awards couldn't shake the feeling of being trapped and dissatisfied. He highlights the importance of understanding this phase as a normal transition rather than a crisis, and how it sets the stage for an uplifting climb into later years.
Rauch's insights are backed by research across species and cultures, showing that the emotional peak of life often arrives in our 60s and 70s. He challenges societal myths about aging, suggesting that our later years can be rich with connection and purpose. Kristen Sunanta Walker, the host, echoes this sentiment with her own journey towards finding peace and gratitude post-50. If you're navigating midlife's murky waters, this conversation is a beacon of hope.
It's packed with wisdom about embracing life's changes and finding joy in the process. You might just find yourself looking forward to the golden years with renewed optimism.