Do people have Regrets After A Midlife Crisis? Yes, many.
Why would anybody ever want to join a midlife crisis forum? Unless you find some enjoyment in reading about others' pain, the only reason would be because you're in one yourself, or love someone who’s experiencing a midlife crisis.
No one expects to have a midlife crisis, which means nobody is really ever prepared for one. And although a midlife crisis doesn’t have to occur at midlife and can, in fact, occur at any stage of life, few of us have ever experienced one before. So, it isn't until it happens to you that you even want or need to learn about them.
But when you suddenly find yourself or someone you love in the midst of a midlife crisis it can feel pretty overwhelming, lonely, confusing, and scary. It's understandable that you’ll want to connect with others who are going through the same thing. And a midlife crisis forum is the perfect place to do just that.
As most of us already know, an internet forum is a place where people share ideas, their experiences, and offer each other help. The midlife crisis forum at Guy Stuff Counseling is a little different, however, in that it offers much more.
Our forum conversations use the blog articles from our website to guide us through discussions around the challenges of dealing with and understanding a midlife crisis. We address the issues facing both the men and women who are suffering from a midlife crisis and the difficulties of those who find themselves having to cope with the consequences of them.
The real-life stories I share offer a glimpse behind the closed doors of other people's lives. Although everyone’s experience is unique, there are commonalities that are present in every story – pain, erratic behavior, disruptive and destructive consequences are a just a few. By reading these stories I hope you'll feel like so many other readers have and realize you’re not alone in your struggle.
Within our forum you’ll to hear from a professional therapist who provides treatment for men and their partners experiencing midlife crisis. Through the articles and comments, you'll get expert advice on how to handle midlife crises. I'll share counseling secrets and insight into how both men and women think about midlife crisis to help you better understand the intricacies of what you or your loved one are going through. As you read the articles and the questions they address you'll become more clear on what’s happening, and the pain and confusion will actually start to make some sense.
Donna, one of our participants, had this to say,
As Kurt said, take time to read through all the midlife crisis articles on here if you have not done so already. They have been helpful and calmed me down a bit. Be strong and know that you are not alone." -Donna
If you’re tired of feeling confused and possibly depressed, this is a good place to begin healthy change. We strive to focus on how to take the positive and healthy steps necessary for you to find your happiness again.
Unfortunately, many midlife crisis forums just become a place to gripe. While venting can often be healthy, too much of it just keeps everyone stuck in the problem. What really makes this forum different is that it's structured around blog articles, so it combines expert advice along with connection to others who are in the same place you are. You can ask other commenters questions and engage with other readers. Connecting with others who understand can make this crisis a little less scary.
According to Susan,
This site has helped a lot of us, hope it helps you. I'll be praying for you, stay strong. Read the other stories and the advice Kurt has given us. Here for you when you need support. Be strong!" -Susan
Participating is easy. Just follow the steps below.
Here's how to use our midlife crisis forum:
We welcome everyone, both men and women, to join the conversation. You can remain anonymous and share as much or as little as you want about your personal experience. This midlife crisis forum is really about learning and understanding what you’re experiencing and finding a way to heal. We help each other get better and take comfort in shared experiences. I hope you'll join the conversation and discover how helpful it can be.
In the bullet points below are a couple of popular articles where you can get started.
Editor's Note: This post was originally published February 25, 2016 and has been updated with new information for accuracy and comprehensiveness.
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i am single but this forum is helful for those people who wants share something about their life experiences or here everyone reply or giving kind words or give good suggestions.Every one must face many problems in life no doubt these problems makes person strong.Many examples of people faced problems but now he is happy.
My husband is 43 and going through what I can assume is a MLC. We have four children three are out of the house, his father is suffering from Parkinsons. We had children young and married right out of high school. He was floundering at work. He told me ILYBNILWY and that he needs to chase his past and do things that make him happy now. He's not sure what love is. And then moved a state away. He plans to start over. He has no friends out there, no hobbies, is overweight, a drinker and no close family. Initially I was crushed, but now I'm just worried. He talks to me on occasion and it's very business like, but every once in a while we revert back to the comfortable chatting we used have and I can see if catches him off guard. He is so detached. No reactions or emotions- kind of just like a zombie. Super focused in his new position at work- which he is using as a way to prove his worth. To himself, his business partner...who knows. I've decided to give him his divorce. He's on a path that can't lead to anything good and I have to look out for the kids and myself. It's hard. But all I can do is shake my head.
My husband went to work and came home a stranger. He is ticking every midlife crisis box and denies it when other people have suggested this to him. He was left home as he believes he wants to live a single life and left me devastated and alone. He has been using drugs and engaging with prostitutes as well as believing he is in love with a woman he has met. How can I help him when he does not accept he is having a midlife crisis and does not believe in counselling? His communication with me is non existence unless he wants something. Any advice would be gratefully received.
Kat
Kat, You're far from alone. We work with wives all the time in your shoes. You need to go to counseling without him and work on creating an action plan of what you can do to influence him, as well as protect yourself from being negatively impacted by his choices. Choose someone with experience working with men in midlife crisis. It's a tricky situation to manage effectively without pushing him further away. -Dr. Kurt
My husband is ticking every midlife crisis box. His colleagues and friends and family can see it… only he can’t. He woke up a complete stranger saying he’s lost and needs to find himself and being 50 he needs to be single… he has turned to partying with younger colleagues, drinking heavily, drugs and has used the Ashley Madison site… he recently had to admit to at least one affair and his best friend has confirmed everything I had suspected. He is now renting a flat as the situation at home was intolerable as he was disrespectful and made a mess. His parents are not aware of the full situation and blame me as they have stopped all communication with me which hurts considering how close we were. I have made all the classic mistakes till I stumbled on this website… I am a wife who is prepared to work on our marriage but how do I do this when he seldom communicates with me? He has recently told our friend that he loves me very much… this marriage is important to me and in normal circumstances he would never treat me like this. All comments and advice welcome. Thank you.
Kat, Great question - "I am a wife who is prepared to work on our marriage but how do I do this when he seldom communicates with me?" I get asked this a lot. You can do it and I can show you how. Check out the Get The Love Back video series I created. In it I show how to do this step-by-step. A link to more info is at the top of the page. -Dr. Kurt
Hi, I'm a 38 year old male 39 very soon. I suffer with arthritis and anxiety and depression which are all controlled and totally fine.its been the last 10 months, at first I thought it was my conditions mentioned but it is not. I'm tired sex has no interest but I do it anyways to keep my wife happy. I started smoking over the last year after 13 years of quitting, gone to the vape as it feels like it's fine to do so I do, love it and it does chill me out. All I want to do is party and go out. Buy expencive things, got a new car, gaming laptop. It's hard as most friends have families but I try my hardest. Now I want a tattoo, all of this is randome as iv always had a code with my kids as I don't want them growing up doing things. But I littarly don't give 2 s$###* what people actually think, even family which is dangerous. I'm very moodey and tetchey, hot flashes and dizzy spells out of no whare. I know what you are thinking it's definitely not anxiety. I just want to go mad and do everything I can and I don't know why. Any ideas anyone, the crazy thing is i love going out a the time now and smoking but whare will it stop I'm worried I will get worce and not pay attention to my family duties