retire. For him, his marriage has become more important as the excitement about his work started to wane. Taylor on the other hand is extremely satisfied with her career and is determined to further prove herself in the firm and reach her full potential.
But this isn’t just these two. In fact, this is a pattern present in the marriage of a number of couples in their 40s and 50s.
Researchers noted that men in midlife often become more interested in their professional relationships and emotional satisfaction rather than career success. Women, especially those in the midst of their career, often report that their lives are “first rate” and that they feel confident, engaged, and secure.
For women who put off or temporarily shelved professional ambitions to raise a family, the middle years can be their last chance to live out dreams and realize personal growth.
These changes can produce
