146. All My Friends Are Busy and No One Knows How to Play Mahjong: Why Midlife Women Are Lonely - and What Actually Helps

146. All My Friends Are Busy and No One Knows How to Play Mahjong: Why Midlife Women Are Lonely - and What Actually Helps

July 9, 2026 · 19 min

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This episode discusses the loneliness many women experience in midlife and shares a personal story about building a supportive community.

Have you ever found yourself feeling lonely in midlife—even when your life is full of family, work, and responsibilities? You're not alone. As our children grow up, careers evolve, and the routines that once built friendships naturally begin to disappear, many women find themselves craving deeper connection without knowing where to find it. In this episode, I'm sharing a very personal story about creating a local Facebook community that has grown into something far beyond what I ever imagined...

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