Midlife isn't a dead end—it's a passage. When you see it for what it really is, the pressure eases tremendously.

If you’re in your 30s or 40s and wondering why life feels heavier than it should, or if you’re staring down 50 with a sense of dread, The Happiness Curve is an essential read. It flips our fear of aging on its head and offers a reassuring truth: your best years may very well be ahead of you.