Older Women in Pursuit of Happiness at School

    If you are a middle-aged woman in pursuit of happiness, consider getting back into a classroom as a student. Taking a class, whether it is for college credit, continuing education, or just for fun, helps keep our middle-aged brains sharp so that we may avoid becoming like the Tin Man in the Wizard of Oz; rusty and frozen in time.

You would be surprised by the positive side effects of taking a taking a class or two, including meeting new people and learning interesting  facts. Who knows, you may even stumble upon a second calling in life or find a new passion.

  I attended college or took classes of some sort during my late teens, twenties, thirties, forties and, yes, into what is now my fifth decade. You may wonder if it is awkward being an older person enrolled in college classes - - and the answer is "No." As a matter of fact, I am rarely the oldest person in any given class [not that there's anything wrong with that.]

As a middle-aged woman pursuing happiness at school, you are likely to view teachers and professors with more empathy than you may have as a youth. Additionally, you may find that paying attention is a lot easier to do now that you have some years behind you.

Go online and see what the nearest community college or university has to offer.  Contact your city recreation center and see what range of classes are available. Take an online course, if that works better for you.  You may also wish to consult your public library for help or information about where to look for classes near you.

Remember the Tin Man? That is so not going to be US!

We look forward to your comments on this subject.