Let's skip the polished version and talk about what's really going on.
Let's be honest, by the time we reach midlife, life is FULL ON!
One day you wake up and realise you're not quite sure who you are anymore. The woman you've become doesn't quite feel like you, but you can't explain why. You're exhausted from carrying everyone else's needs, emotions and expectations, and you know something needs to change, but you're not entirely sure what.
And while everyone else seems to be managing just fine, you're left wondering if you're the only one feeling this way.
You're not.
The truth is, so many women are feeling exactly the same way, but very few of us are having these conversations.
The Midlife, Unfiltered Circle is a monthly invitation to step away from the pressure of having it all figured out and spend an evening with women who understand that midlife isn't always easy.
This isn't therapy, or networking, and this isn't a room where you're expected to have the answers.
It's a chance to pause, share experiences, explore the realities of this stage of life and have the kind of honest conversations so many of us have been craving.
Every circle has a different theme, but what remains the same is a warm, welcoming and judgement-free space where the conversation unfolds naturally.
We'll begin by settling in with a cuppa and taking a few moments to arrive.
Each month I'll introduce a different aspect of midlife, sharing some thoughts, insights and practical tools before opening up the room for honest conversation.
From there, the evening unfolds naturally.
There'll be space to share, listen, reflect and connect. Whether you choose to join in or simply listen, you'll be welcomed exactly as you are.
Every circle is different because every group of women brings something unique. What remains the same is the opportunity to have the kind of honest conversations so many of us have been craving.
There'll be tea, laughter, probably a few "me too" moments, and the reassurance that you're not the only one figuring it all out as you go.
Whether you're feeling overwhelmed, questioning who you are, struggling with the emotional rollercoaster of midlife, or simply longing for deeper conversations and genuine connection, you'll be warmly welcomed.
A different emotional wellbeing or midlife topic
Gentle teaching and practical insights
Honest conversation
Tea, refreshments and a welcoming space
The opportunity to connect with women who simply get it
Topics throughout the year include (but are subject to change due to the needs of the group):
⭐ Who Am I Now? Finding Yourself Again
⭐ Anxiety, Worry & Overthinking
⭐ When Everything Feels Too Much
⭐ Boundaries Without Guilt
⭐ Learning to Feel Your Feelings
⭐ Peri-Rage
⭐ Confidence & Self-Worth
⭐ Reconnecting with Joy
...and more.
One of the questions I'm asked most is...
"Am I too young?" or "Am I too old?" for this event.
The honest answer?
Midlife isn't a number. It's a feeling.
Some women begin questioning who they are in their late thirties.
Others arrive there in their fifties or sixties.
If you've found yourself thinking...
"I don't feel like myself anymore."
"Something needs to change."
"I wish I had somewhere to have honest conversations about all of this."
...then you're in exactly the right place.
At our first Midlife, Unfiltered gathering, women in their 40s and women in their 60s sat side by side, sharing stories, laughing together and realising they had far more in common than they expected.
The conversations weren't about age. They were about life.
If you've ever found yourself thinking, "I don't feel like myself anymore," this month's circle is for you.
Together we'll explore why so many women reach midlife feeling disconnected from themselves, and why this often has far less to do with age than we realise. I'll introduce my Tree of Midlife and Identity Shift framework, helping you understand what may really be happening beneath the surface before opening up the room for honest conversation, reflection and connection.
This isn't about fixing yourself or having all the answers. It's about beginning to understand yourself in a new way, reconnecting with who you truly are, and taking the first step on a journey back to yourself.
📅 First Thursday of every month, the next one is the 3rd of September
🕖 7pm–9pm
📍 Inside Out Wellness Studio, Seaham
Every Midlife, Unfiltered Circle is different because every group of women is different.
I'll gently introduce the month's topic before opening up the room for honest reflection and conversation. There are no awkward icebreakers or pressure to share - just a welcoming space where conversations unfold naturally.
Last chance to book is Tuesday 1st September, 12 noon
A few years ago, I found myself asking the same questions so many women ask in midlife.
"Why don't feel like myself anymore?" and "What is wrong with me?".
As I began to understand my own identity shift and work on my emotional wellbeing, I realised I wasn't alone and neither were the women I kept meeting.
I created Midlife, Unfiltered because I wanted to create the kind of space I wish I'd had, somewhere women could stop pretending everything was fine, have honest conversations, and realise they don't have to figure it all out on their own.
To keep the evening intimate and conversational, places are limited and booking is essential.
I'd love you to join us,
Vicky x
Book your space below and if you know someone who would love this too, please feel free to share this page.
This Circle is for the 3rd of September - Last chance to book is Tuesday 1st September, 12 noon
FAQ section
You've got questions. I've got answers.
Absolutely. In fact, many of the women who attend come on their own. You'll be warmly welcomed, and the evening is designed to help everyone feel comfortable and included.
Not at all.
You're welcome to share as much or as little as feels right for you. Some women love to talk, while others prefer to listen and reflect. There is never any pressure to contribute.
Midlife isn't a number. It's a feeling.
Women begin asking these questions at different stages of life. Whether you're in your late thirties, forties, fifties or sixties, if this resonates with you, you're in the right place.
Not at all. You're welcome to come whenever a particular topic speaks to you.
However, many women choose to attend regularly because these evenings are about much more than the monthly theme. Each woman brings her own experiences, wisdom and perspective, and often the person who has already walked a path becomes exactly the person someone else needs to meet.
Yes.
To help create a safe and supportive space, I simply ask everyone to respect one another's privacy. Personal stories shared within the circle stay within the circle.
Life happens, and I completely understand that plans sometimes change.
If you're unable to attend, please let me know as soon as possible.
If you cancel more than 48 hours before the Circle, I'll happily transfer your booking to a future Midlife, Unfiltered Circle.
Unfortunately, cancellations made within 48 hours of the event, or no-shows on the evening, cannot be refunded or transferred, as places are limited and your booking prevents another woman from attending.
If I ever need to cancel a Circle, you'll be offered the choice of a full refund or a transfer to another date.
Just yourself.
Everything else is provided, including refreshments. If you'd like to jot down any thoughts during the evening, you're very welcome to bring a notebook or your Midlife Real & Raw Journal if you have one.
Yes.
The Circle is held at Inside Out Wellness Studio, Seaham (SR7 7DU).
There are a small number of parking spaces beside Seaham train station, which is literally right beside the studio, as well as plenty of free on-street parking.
The full venue address and directions will be included in your booking confirmation email.