Happy Place I don’t identify as middle aged! Fearne's talking hormones and single parenting
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Apr 16, 2026 Conversations about midlife as a return to your teenage self. Reclaiming creative passions and prioritising friendships after parenting. The comfort of morning routines and coffee rituals. Examples of positive masculinity in everyday life. The realities of single parenting while working full time. Hormones, tears, and breathwork making feelings louder.
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Midlife As Returning To Your Teen Self
- Midlife can feel like returning to your authentic teen self with greater self-acceptance.
- Fearne Cotton describes midlife as peeling back layers to enjoy teenage interests again, like painting and friendships rekindled.
Reclaiming Painting After Years Off
- Fearne resurrected teenage habits, specifically painting, which she gave up during busy parenting years.
- She explains she used to doodle in maths class and now wants to paint constantly, reclaiming that creative time.
Prioritise Friendships As Self Care
- Prioritise friendships as a deliberate part of midlife wellbeing.
- Fearne plans social nights like a spicy margarita out with friend Charisse to 'put the world to rights' and recharge.