Here’s what hundreds of men have indicated were the first signs that their wives were
having a midlife crisis:
- She is depressed and withdrawn – she says she is unhappy and feels empty inside
- She is discontent and bored with our marriage – she wants a new life which doesn’t
include me - She is emotionally detached and doesn’t enjoy any of the activities we used to do
together - She says that she loves me but she’s not “in love” with me – she has cut me off
emotionally and physically - She says that she feels a lack of personal fulfillment and is not sure if she wants to be
a wife and mother anymore – she thinks about running away - She says she is “going through something” and wants to “take a break and find
herself” – she says she needs time and space to figure out who she is and what she
wants out of life - She wants her freedom and independence – she wants to be on her own and make her
own decisions - She has lost a lot of weight, goes to the gym daily and is obsessive about exercising
- She pays more attention to her appearance, always looking in the mirror, and is very
pleased when people tell her she looks ten years younger than she is - She had a breast augmentation (nose job, tummy tuck, etc.), her teeth capped, and
receives botox treatments - She goes on spending sprees – she bought herself a new, younger looking wardrobe
- She dresses provocatively and acts flirtatious – she is constantly seeking attention
from other men - She had an affair with a co-worker (personal trainer, son’s soccer coach, old flame,
guy she met in a bar, etc.) - She bought a shiny new, red BMW convertible (anything that doesn’t scream “soccer
mom”) - She focuses only on herself and is acting extremely selfish – she says it’s time for her
- She is angry and irritable all the time, and becomes easily agitated over little things
- She is sarcastic with one cut down after another, constantly looking for a fight or
argument and sometimes even goes into a violent rage - She spends her spare time on the computer chatting with guys online
- She goes out drinking with younger, single friends/co-workers after work and stays
out all hours of the night - She started living like she was single again – separate vacations, rock concerts, going
out to clubs and bars – anything to avoid being at home in the evening. - She is acting like a teenager!
Does any of this sound familiar? Then your wife may very well be experiencing a midlife
crisis. Hold on for the ride of your life!
Survive Your Wife’s Midlife Crisis
Your guide to recognizing the signs of a midlife crisis, learning what actions to take and which ones to avoid, how to identify an affair and respond to a request for a separation or divorce, and determine how and when to reconcile – while staying sane through the process.
Author: Christine Schaap
eBook $37
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