Jean Macdonald, Author at Midlife Butterfly Club

Don’t worry about Debt!

19 June 2026

Worrying about debt drains energy and rarely solves anything. This post explores practical, empowering steps to ease the burden—like drawing up a plan, seeking impartial help, or considering formal solutions such as IVAs. The key? Take action and stop letting debt control your mind and health.

When Relationships Change: Choosing Peace

17 June 2026

Jean Macdonald

Friends & Family

Relationships with family and friends can nurture us, but they can also drain our energy if boundaries are ignored. In midlife, it’s vital to reassess connections, release toxic patterns, and cultivate supportive bonds. Choosing peace over pressure transforms relationships and creates space for growth, joy, and emotional well-being.

Why you may not be getting the Love You Desire No. 1

12 June 2026

Jean Macdonald

Free Article

Struggling to find love in midlife? You might be bringing your work energy home. In this powerful video, Jean explains how shifting from masculine to feminine energy can transform relationships. Embracing this balance could be the key to attracting and keeping the love you truly want.

Sequins, Style, and a Jolly Good Shake-Up

Style, Confidence and Self-Expression

10 June 2026

Jean Macdonald

Confidence & Image

In this issue, meet Annie Den Haan—a woman who turned a cancer diagnosis into a style revolution. Armed with midnight blue sequined trousers, she didn’t just survive—she strutted. Discover her fearless wardrobe, thrifting tips, and how one outfit...

Food as Medicine

8 June 2026

Jean Macdonald

Free Article

Food has long been used as medicine, offering natural remedies for health and wellness. As chronic illnesses rise, more people are rediscovering the power of nutrition to prevent and heal. By prioritizing whole foods, reducing processed ingredients, and embracing holistic approaches, we can support long-term well-being. Join the conversation and explore how food can be your best medicine!

The Extraordinary Strength of Marie Curie

5 June 2026

Jean Macdonald

Butterfly Club News

Marie Curie’s name is inseparable from radioactivity, a term she introduced. Her discoveries transformed physics and medicine, but behind her achievements was a life of struggle—poverty, sexism, and personal loss. Through resilience and brilliance, she broke barriers, earning two Nobel Prizes and inspiring women to pursue science fearlessly.

Journey to Midlife Success

5 June 2026

Jean Macdonald

Passion & Purpose

Journey to Midlife Success explores how Sue Williams transformed unexpected life changes into a new creative path. In this inspiring podcast conversation with Jean MacDonald, she shares how writing, intuition, and self-belief helped her rediscover purpose and build a new chapter during the midlife transition.