We’ve all heard the classic signs of a midlife crisis—buying a flashy sports car, suddenly dressing way too young for your age, or booking a solo trip to find yourself in Bali.
But in 2024, the signs of a midlife crisis look a little different. You might not be speeding down the highway in a convertible, but if you're experiencing any of the following, you might just be asking yourself: “Am I in a midlife crisis?”
Here are 10 very modern signs that you could be right in the middle of it.
What Exactly is a Midlife Crisis in 2024?
1. You're Considering a Career as a TikTok Influencer
Once upon a time, being a TikTok influencer was something teens did, but here you are, scrolling through content, convincing yourself that your tips on life wisdom (or dance skills) could go viral. If you’ve spent more than an hour researching “how to go viral on TikTok,” you might be in a midlife crisis. Don’t worry, you’re not alone.
2. You Feel Lost Even with Google Maps
You’ve got all the digital tools—GPS, online courses, productivity apps—but despite all the tech, you feel totally lost. It's not about getting from point A to B, it’s about finding your purpose. You’re wandering through life, not knowing which direction to go next, and Google Maps can’t help you find your true north.
3. Your Spotify Playlist is a Weird Mix of 90s Nostalgia and Chill Lo-Fi Beats
One moment, you’re belting out your favorite high school anthems, the next, you’re listening to “Lo-Fi Beats to Focus/Study To,” trying to calm your existential angst. You’re torn between reliving the past and staying Zen about the future. If your playlist reflects a midlife identity crisis, it’s a telltale sign.
4. You’ve Downloaded a Meditation App… And Deleted It Three Times
You’ve heard that mindfulness is the answer, so you download every app promising peace and clarity. But after three days of deep breathing and forcing yourself to “let go,” you decide maybe meditation just isn’t for you. Then a week later, you’re reinstalling it, hoping it’ll be different this time. It’s not.
5. You’re Googling “How to Become a Digital Nomad” Every Weekend
In 2024, the dream of escaping to work remotely from a beach is more achievable than ever, but here you are, still in your corporate job, daydreaming about your freedom. If you’ve started following nomad influencers on Instagram and scouring travel blogs about living in Bali, it’s a clear sign you’re craving change.
6. You Feel Jealous of the AI Bots at Work
As AI takes over the mundane tasks at work, you find yourself secretly wishing you could be a bot, too—just taking orders, no existential questioning, no burnout. If you’ve ever thought, “Maybe the bots have it easier,” it might be time to reevaluate your life path.
7. You’ve Signed Up for Multiple Online Courses… But Haven’t Finished One
Feeling unfulfilled, you’ve signed up for courses in everything from coding to baking sourdough bread. But every time you get a notification reminding you to continue, you swipe it away. You’re searching for something—anything—to reignite your passion, but nothing seems to stick.
8. You’ve Invested in a Smart Home Gym, but You’re Not Exactly ‘Fit'
You convinced yourself that spending $3,000 on a smart treadmill would finally get you back in shape. But three months in, it’s become an expensive clothes rack. You’re trying to change your life externally, but the internal work is still a mystery.
9. You’ve Started Researching Side Hustles but Keep Getting Distracted
You’re obsessed with finding a way to escape the rat race, but every side hustle idea either bores you or overwhelms you. From affiliate marketing to dropshipping, you’ve spent hours researching, but so far, you’ve yet to take action. You want out, but you’re stuck in analysis paralysis.
10. You Keep Wondering, ‘Is This It?’ While Scrolling on Social Media
If you’ve caught yourself scrolling mindlessly through Instagram or LinkedIn, wondering if everyone else has it figured out, you’re probably in the throes of a midlife crisis. Watching everyone else’s “highlight reel” while questioning your life is a modern-day existential dilemma.
So What Now?
Recognizing the signs is the first step. If you relate to any of these, it’s not the end—it’s actually the beginning of a new chapter. A midlife crisis is your mind’s way of telling you that you’re ready for change.
And the good news? You don’t have to go through it alone.
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