“When I turned forty, I started reflecting on my future, and then I was walloped when one of my friends from high school passed away. ... It took me a while to process, but it was a wake-up call. I realized that I needed to find a new path and plan and appreciate the limited time we have in life.” LossReflectionAppreciationSelfdiscoveryLifepathFutureplanningLifetransformationLimitedtimeMidlifeawakeningWake Upcall Book:The Childfree Guide to Life and Money: Make Your Finances Simple So Your Life Without Kids Can Be Amazing Source: The Childfree Guide to Life and Money: Make Your Finances Simple So Your Life Without Kids Can Be Amazing