In My 50s…What’s Actually Working for Me

Hi friends 💛

I recently shared a post on Instagram about being in my 50s (see it HERE) and the response was overwhelming — in the best way. The messages, the comments, the “saaaaame!” replies… clearly this season of life is resonating with a lot of us.

Whether you saw that post or not, I wanted to bring the conversation here and expand on it a bit.

There was a stretch where I didn’t quite feel like myself — tired, foggy, a little off in my own skin. Not dramatic. Not crisis-level. Just not me. And pretending nothing was changing didn’t work. White-knuckling through it didn’t either.

So instead of fighting this chapter, I started supporting it. I found a functional doctor educated on women’s health and invested in helping me balance mine. I started listening to every single wellness doctor and implemented strength training in my regular routine. I took a look at everything I was putting in and on my body with new eyes…because while it may have worked before, it certainly wasn’t working any longer.

Today I’m sharing what’s genuinely helping me look and feel my best in my 50s — from strength training and hormone support to the jeans, matching sets, and beauty favorites that make everyday life feel a little easier and a lot more confident.

It’s not about turning back time. It’s about feeling strong, clear, and like myself again. I’m not there yet, but I’m feeling more me than I have in years!

Top (XS) | Necklace

Maxi Dress (XS-petite)  | Purse

Tinted SPF | Daily SPF

Weighted Vest (12 lbs.) | Tank (Small) | Leggings (XS)

Red Light Mask

Self Tanner | Mitt

Brow Pomade | Flush Balm | Bronze Balm | Minimalist Concealer
Shop All HERE

Volume Spray | Rollers

Body Lotion

Skin Perfector | Brush

Tank (Small) | Leggings (XS)

Nutrafol | AG1 | Collagen | Creatine
Shop All HERE

Makeup Brushes

Callus Remover | Healing Ointment

This chapter doesn’t look like my 30s or 40s — and I’m learning that it’s not supposed to.

What’s working now is different: more intention, more strength, more support (and yes, better skincare and higher-rise denim definitely help 😉).

If you’re in this season too, I hope this feels encouraging. You’re not behind. You’re not doing it wrong. Your body isn’t betraying you — it’s evolving. And we get to evolve with it. I read something the other day that in Japan they call menopause ‘Konenki‘, which means the ‘renewal years.‘ Women are celebrated for entering their wise phase, and symptoms are simply a sign of the transition.

So look out world, I’m entering my Wise Era, and you know what?! I’m here for it!

I’d love to hear what’s working for you in this chapter. We’re all figuring it out together — and there’s something really comforting about that. 💛

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