Philosophy
Why Mid-Career is the Best Time to Re-Invent
Published on Dec 01, 2025 • 5 min read
Research suggests that humans are happiest at age 18 and at age 60. The period in between—often called the "U-curve of Happiness"—can be a slump. This mid-career trough is where many professionals feel the BBD Syndrome (Bored, Burned out, Declined).
The Chrysalis Phase
However, this phase is not a dead end. It is a chrysalis. It is the time when you have accumulated enough experience (Knowledge) and enough life lessons (Swabhava) to truly understand what you want.
Why Now?
Mid-career is the perfect time to reinvent because:
- Financial Stability: You likely have a safety net to take calculated risks that you didn't have in your 20s.
- Network: You have decades of contacts to leverage.
- Self-Awareness: You know what you hate, which is as important as knowing what you love.
Don't waste this crisis. Use it to build your legacy.