4-Decades - advice for middle-aged men

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Best places to reflect on life

There are many great places to reflect on life. Here are a few suggestions for 4Ders.

  • Nature: Being in nature can be a great way to clear your head and connect with something bigger than yourself. Try going for a walk in the park, hiking in the mountains, or sitting by the ocean.

  • Religious or spiritual places: If you are religious or spiritual, visiting a place of worship or meditation can be a great way to reflect on your beliefs and connect with your higher power.

  • Quiet spaces: If you need a quiet place to think, try going to a library, coffee shop, or even your own bedroom. Turn off your phone and computer and give yourself some time to just be with your thoughts.

  • Places that hold personal meaning: If there is a place that has special meaning to you, such as the place where you grew up or the place where you met your spouse, going there can be a great way to reflect on your life and all that you have experienced.

To try a break where you can reflect on life, why not consider Wellbeing Holidays? There breaks are organise by professionals in the field and come highly recommended.

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No matter where you choose to reflect on life, the most important thing is to create a space where you can be still and quiet and allow your thoughts to come to you. When you are in a state of peace and quiet, you are more likely to have insights and clarity about your life.


Here at 4D we prefer to just find a quiet place in a park or by a river. We’re able to think about things in a setting that we are not normally able to access without friends. And hey, how about switching off that phone?