Still Becoming: On Friendship, Identity, and Starting Again

At nearly 40, I thought I’d be settled — friendships locked in, identity formed, life humming along. But starting again doesn’t mean going backwards. In this reflection, I explore what it means to be in midlife and still becoming — still seeking friendship, still letting go, still learning how to belong. If you’ve ever felt the ache of wanting deeper connection, this one’s for you.