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[quote=Anonymous]I think this is a common feeling and you are not alone.

You are in a transition phase - where you are still working but have realized that work isn't everything.  You've successfully raised a family and their needs aren't as demanding.  Money isn't an issue so there isn't that to worry about.

This psychological state is one that only you have the key for. I may be oversimplifying but I found I needed to find my own joy again.  So much of our life is spent caring for others, caring for our career, caring about our bank balance.  I needed to start caring about what I wanted again.

Kind of a circle of life thing. I feel this stage of life can be one of the best.  It's like being 12 years old but having the freedom and money to do it the way you want to! It doesn't have to be a crisis, it can be an awakening.

Find your joy. Whatever it is.  Sometimes it's small things.  I never had time to LEARN about a lot of things I was curious about.  Now I do.  Whether that learning is done via volunteer work, reading or observation (like nature) I enjoy knowing my mind can be used for what I want.

That may not seem very exciting when compared to challenges like child raising, career progression, portfolio building.  But it can fill you up in ways you never imagined.

Instead of mourning Miami embrace Cleveland.  No matter where you land you can find fulfillment, and surprises.[/quote]

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