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One aspect of the therapy Alexander has had that she finds striking is the concept of the inner critic. “And I must say,” she says, “I think the inner critic never dies … I think I’m still pretty hard on myself.”

From share houses to dinner parties: The 2kg book that became a Gen X rite of passage

Ahead of a new edition of her classic 1996 cookbook, Stephanie Alexander reveals how it changed her life and why she still wants to “pull people onto my team”.

  • Amanda Hooton

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Women are flipping the script on romance in midlife.

Rachel spent five years ‘quiet quitting’ her marriage. Her husband didn’t see it coming

Whether single, divorced or “subconsciously uncoupling”, a growing number of women of a certain age – and means – are rethinking their romantic relationships.

  • Stephanie Wood

Are younger generations finding it harder to buy a home? Data says no

When it comes to home ownership, no one will catch the Baby Boomers. But Millennials have an advantage over Generation X.

  • Caitlin Fitzsimmons

Boomers are reshaping the way wealth is distributed. These charts show how

“The great wealth transfer” is in full swing as Baby Boomers remodel their balance sheets.

  • Matt Wade
Early retirement can come as a shock to some.

The early-retirement trap: How to avoid loneliness, boredom and ‘wet leaf syndrome’

Quitting work earlier in life is the ultimate goal for many. But the reality can be a brutal letdown.

  • Sue Williams

More baggage, fewer expectations: How Gen X is redefining love in midlife

Raising children, caring for ageing parents, nursing the wounds of a broken relationship: The quest for love has never been harder in the modern age. So what’s it like for our midlife Gen Xers?

  • Lauren Ironmonger
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The desire to run away in middle age is a surprisingly common feeling.

Feel the urge to run away from it all in mid life? Why you’re not alone

Starting the new year with the desire to escape your old life is not particularly unusual, especially among overwhelmed and overstretched Gen X. How to deal with those feelings is the real challenge.

  • George Chesterton

Move over, Boomers – Gen X is next up for retirement

Thanks to the economic cycle and superannuation, Gen X is in good shape – except for one crucial factor.

  • Matt Wade
“If you’re being an idiot, I’m going to stare at you.”

Gen Z’s new weapon: The blank, zombie-like gaze that says ‘you’re an idiot’

It’s called the Gen Z stare, and it’s a thing.

  • Tim Elliott
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The 29 best shows to watch this spring (and two extra for summer)

Next big things, epic finales, returning favourites, new comedies and killer dramas: this is the best TV coming your way.

  • Louise Rugendyke