Episode 10: Midlife Relationships options : Making the Best Choices for You

In this episode of the Midlife Mavens podcast, hosts Marci Burroughs and Carol O'Saben, both psychologists specializing in relationships and sexuality, discuss various relationship structures for women in midlife. They cover the pros and cons of remarrying, staying single, cohabitating without marriage, and maintaining committed partnerships while living separately. The hosts emphasize the importance of making intentional decisions that suit individual circumstances and also touch on the impact of societal views and family dynamics on these relationships. Topics like financial considerations, legal and medical benefits, and the emotional aspects of merging lives are also explored. Future episodes will delve into monogamy versus non-monogamy and how these choices might affect relationships in midlife.

00:00 Introduction to Midlife Mavens

01:14 Today's Topic: Relationship Structures in Midlife

03:43 The Pros and Cons of Remarrying

07:04 Staying Single: Benefits and Challenges

15:35 Cohabitation: Navigating Shared Spaces

18:26 Blending Families and Financial Considerations

24:10 Committed Relationships Without Cohabitation

31:47 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

This is the third in our series on relationships in midlife.  In Episode 4 we explored some of the changes that occur in relationships in midlife.  In Episode 9 we discussed  dating in midlife and in this episode we explore the different types of relationships that individuals might choose (or find themselves in) in midlife. 

Episode Notes:

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If you are looking for a therapist and would like to reach out to Marci or Carol, take a look at their websites:

Marci:  https://www.marciburroughsphdcst.com

Carol:  https://www.drosaben.com 

 

Other therapist directories you can use to help you find therapy include:

Psychology Today:  https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/th...

Mental Health Match:  https://mentalhealthmatch.com/

American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists:  https://aasect.org

iTherapy:  https://itherapy.com