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Burnout, Boredom, and my Nightly Wine Habit
Winter, burnout, and boredom have a way of turning into a nightly glass of wine, especially for women in midlife. This honest piece explores why winter lowers mood, how chronic stress drains the nervous system, and why wine becomes an easy coping tool. It is not about quitting forever. It is about breaking autopilot, reducing cravings, and finding better ways to unwind when energy is low and evenings feel long.
Jacqueline Court
Dec 15, 20255 min read
The Connection Hypothesis: Why Your Friends Might Actually Be Your Real Hormone Therapy
Apparently, friendship isn’t just good for the soul - it’s good for your cells. Studies from Harvard and MIDUS show that strong social ties in midlife boost happiness, lower stress, and even slow aging. Translation: your group chat might be more effective than that green powder you regret buying. So yes, text your friend back. Happiness, it turns out, also takes a village. Science says so
Jacqueline Court
Nov 5, 20252 min read
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