What does love look like in midlife? Couples therapist Karen Doherty joins Liz to explore how dating, divorce and long-term partnerships are changing after 50 – and why this stage of life can be an opportunity to build happier, healthier relationships.

They discuss how shifting priorities, growing confidence and greater financial independence are reshaping what we want from a partner, and why it's never too late to find love again.

Karen also shares tips for communicating more openly, as well as dating advice – whether you're newly single, happily coupled or looking to make your relationship more fulfilling.

In this episode:

· The realities of dating in midlife

· Why more women are choosing to leave unhappy marriages

· The emotional impact of divorce

· Navigating post-break-up loneliness

· Recognising healthy relationship patterns

· How to date with confidence

· Maintaining intimacy as our bodies change with age

· Making that big midlife decision: stay or go?

· The best time to have those big conversations

· What makes a fulfilling relationship

· The importance of making time for intimacy

· How to have a healthier sex life

More from Karen:

· Follow Karen on Instagram

· Visit Karen’s website

Get in touch with a question for Liz:

· Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com

· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846

More from Liz:

· How To Age

· A Better Second Half

· Follow Liz on Instagram

· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on Instagram

Host: Liz Earle

Producer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production)

Content Writer: Lucy Parley

Head of Brand: Ellie Smith

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