Essays and Reflections on Midlife Transformation

In this space, I share my personal experiences, thoughts, and insights as I navigate the complexities and opportunities of midlife. From embracing change to pursuing long-held dreams, these writings are a testament to the power of starting anew.

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New Pipe Dreams by Sisse Jensen

- What’s the Storyline This Time

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When a Broken Heart Feels Kind of Good by Sisse Jensen

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The Torture of Not Being Seen by Sisse Jensen

Tales from a Woman Who Survived Hostage Training

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The Mistakes I Should Be Done With (Surfer Dude Part 2) by Sisse Jensen

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The life-stopping fears of a midlife divorcee by Sisse Jensen

Surviving War Zones Was a Breeze Compared to Divorcing at 47

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The Least Rock ‘n’ Roll Moment of All Time by Sisse Jensen

And how thinking about it 25 years later made me realize how the ’90s screwed up our chance for a healthy love life

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Hold My Beer, I’m About to Fight My Face by Sisse Jensen

—Or maybe just… apologize?

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The Scornies and the Leavies: Two Sides of the Midlife Goodbye by Sisse Jensen

Scorned or aching — or something in between — when women reach the quiet edge of no return.

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Desperate Karma Hunter by Sisse Jensen

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The Man Who Taught Me to Love Fiercely by Sisse Jensen

— My Dad, Everyone

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The Girl Who Wanted to Be Claimed by Sisse Jensen

A modern fable about a girl, a peak, mountaineers with somewhere else to be — and a red flag on the top.

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The Mistakes I Should Be Done With (Surfer Dude, Part 1) by Sisse Jensen

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