People may think the Irish identity to be one of oppression, not openness, but Dearbhla explores its now more modern nuance, complexities and downright sexiness in this brilliant long-read.
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A weekend away evokes Yvonne’s memories of summers spent in New York as a student. It also prompts her to ponder the 19-year-old she was then, the midlifer she is now, and the woman she’ll be in the future.
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Antique dealer Joy Thorpe reveals to Nikki Walsh five of her most treasured items.
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In January, Margaret replaced New Year’s Resolutions with three-month intentions. Here, she reflects on the benefits of quarterly goals and reveals exactly what she achieved, and didn’t, in the first quarter of 2022.
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Mother’s Day or Just Another Day? It’s complex for many, but here’s a different way of looking at it…
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Web designer and entrepreneur, Kerstin’s story of her life in midlife is one of intentional meandering, adaptability and calm, centred creativity. She also flies a plane! Read on for her inspiring life story.
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Having moved just 5k from Clontarf to Cabra, Emer O’Connor Roche marvels at the nuanced differences between two neighbouring Dublin towns.
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Mari Kennedy, founder of The Celtic Wheel, explains to Yvonne Cassidy how the practice transformed her life and how it can help other women to find inner strength, wisdom and a new sense of self, especially in midlife.
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Like individuals, friendships evolve over time. Laurie Morrissey reflects on how her relationships have changed over the years and resolves that friendships don’t have to be long-standing to be sustaining.
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Pop star Rihanna is being applauded for her risqué maternity wear, but what’s really breaking down barriers are the vibrant portraits of ageing women’s bodies that female photographers are determined to show us.
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When Orla Neligan’s life reached fever pitch, she turned to motivational guru Mel Robbins for some simple life hacks, which forced her take a long hard look in the mirror.
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In a world where personality appears to trump character, introverts can feel like flawed individuals. But Marie Kelly has found peace with her quiet, introspective nature…finally.
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Laurie says a long-term relationship isn’t the big win it’s been claimed as for so long. The win is in the path.
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The work of real love is self-love. It starts with you.
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Tara Calihman writes about facing her fears and inner narrative in a way most of us don’t - on stage.
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Yvonne’s beloved friend, who was also a HEYDAY member, passed away two weeks ago today. And here, she celebrates her, as writers do, with beautiful words.
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It was on and off for years, but now this writer has committed to making one particular relationship in her life finally work.
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Fashion and textile designer, Lou Brennan, tells Nikki Walsh what she wouldn’t part with.
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Laurie writes on the joy of finally realising her creative nature.
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The Irish actress tells her story of life in midlife, her creative path, personal purpose and what makes her most happy.
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