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I’ve no idea what I’m supposed to be doing with the second half of my life.

Im a guy in his early forties. I’m happily married. I don’t have children - my wife didn’t want any. I have an okay job and I own a modest home.

I used to have the best time with my friends. Three or four times a year the five of us would meet up in a nearby city, have a big meal, go to a casino and then party into the early hours if the next day. Big hangovers but great memories and humour. But as time goes in they’re drifting away, and too busy to catch up. I think those good times have slipped away for good.

I have no idea what to do to have fun and give myself something to look forward to. I can’t just sit in front of a tv, or do DIY, or play golf like other guys my age. I need something to do that gets me excited and gives me something to look forward to, and I’ve no idea where to go for that. I’m totally adrift.

Does this resonate with anyone? What did you do?
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Picklebobble2 · 56-60, M
I'm sure this is something that resonates with a lot of people.

I stopped doing pubs and clubs decades ago. Just wasn't enjoying it anymore.

You need to discover new things.
Maybe sports or fitness related.
Maybe something at night school you can study.
Perhaps theatre or ballet or opera or movies regularly.

These things still afford you a night out but others will be entertaining you rather than the other way around