I have a bookshelf full of self-help books; heck, I even wrote one! But self help advice doesn’t work for everyone. Not everyone needs the same advice. You’ve probably done the work too. Not just dabbled — actually committed. Read the books with real attention. Tried...
At some point, most of us have tried to fix ourselves. A new morning routine, journal practice, or a course on finding your purpose. Therapy, coaching, a career pivot, or another diet. Maybe a move, a relationship change, a reinvention of some kind. All of it...
Finding joy in midlife isn’t about chasing something new or completely reinventing your life. It’s often much simpler than that. It’s about noticing what’s already here… and allowing yourself to experience it in a deeper, more intentional way. The Myth of Waiting...
Have you ever felt a gentle nudge within, a longing to express something true and beautiful, only to hush it because you believed you weren’t “creative enough”? For so many women, especially in midlife, the concept of creativity can feel distant or reserved for...
I went to a funeral the other day, and it reminded me—yet again—of what really matters as we live our lives. There’s something about listening to a lifetime of stories, laughter, and love that pulls everything else into perspective. And here’s what hit me:At the end...
There’s something magical about fall, isn’t there? The air turns crisp, the leaves burst into fiery colors, and life seems to take on a slower, cozier pace. After the buzz of summer, fall invites us to pause, reflect, and reconnect with ourselves. It’s a chance for...
Hi! I’m Laurie Jonas. I created Living Marvelously to encourage midlife women to rediscover their purpose, follow what brings them joy, and design a next chapter that feels truly fulfilling. Have a look around!
