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Episode 52: What Is A Midlife Crisis?
The itch isn’t a meltdown. It’s a message.
In this Season 6 opener of The Mango Times, I sit down with therapist and fellow rider Chris Oneth to talk honestly about what we call a “midlife crisis”—and why it might be less about blowing things up and more about waking up. We move past the clichés and into the real work: identity, deferred desires, and the quiet questions that surface when life no longer fits the way it used to.
This conversation sets the compass for the year ahead. If you’re feeling restless, curious, or unfinished, you’re not broken—you’re paying attention.
Around The World Alone
At 16, Robin Lee Graham set out alone to sail around the world—and I followed him from the safety of my childhood bedroom. Dove wasn't just a book; it was a spark for my lifelong craving for adventure.
No GPS, No Backup, Just the Ride
Inspired by the classic motorcycle memoir Jupiter’s Travels, I’m gearing up for a solo ride through Montana and beyond. This post isn’t just about the book—it’s about the road, the reflection, and what it means to chase adventure in the second half of life.
2025 Triumph Tiger 900
Guess who added another motorcycle to the garage? That’s right—meet Hobbes, the newest two-wheeled partner in my midlife adventure saga. It’s fast, it’s rugged, and it came with a side of philosophical introspection. Blog’s up—come along for the ride.