Many women feel lost in their fifties, but somehow it’s not something we talk about. It’s almost as if to admit you feel lost means you have somehow failed. But something I want to reassure you is that feeling lost in your fifties doesn’t mean you have failed; it often means you’re pausing to reassess with more self-knowledge and life experience than ever before.

Feeling uncertain is a natural part of growth, not a verdict on your worth; indeed, if you didn’t feel differently in your fifties than in your twenties, you almost certainly wouldn’t have grown in many areas.

So, if you're feeling lost in your 50s, start by asking what has changed rather than what's wrong with you.

Because your priorities, identity, relationships, career, or sense of purpose may have changed, and the life that once fit you may no longer fit you in the same way.

There can be many times when you feel lost in life. This is not a situation that is restricted to age or social circumstances.

Anyone can feel lost whether in a loving committed relationship or single, whether they have their dream job and lifestyle or are just starting in life.

There are many reasons for feeling lost in life.

Bereavement or divorce can be a factor, leaving home or University, starting a new job or moving to a new location or just lacking in self-confidence.

The one thing most people would agree on is when you are feeling lost in life, it can be overwhelming and disorienting.

The first step to finding yourself is to slow down and permit yourself to explore your thoughts and emotions.

Spend time working on your inner thoughts to understand the reasons for your feelings.