Life 3.0: How to make new friends and rediscover yourself in midlife

Key points

• Woman's Day's midlife guide argues that socialising supports happiness and wellbeing, and that staying connected to the local community may help keep people physically younger. Amber Bramble notes that around 15 per cent of Australians admit to feeling socially isolated, and suggests joining clubs as an effective way to meet people.
• Options include walking and swimming groups, dance classes such as ballroom and salsa, book clubs, team sports including walking netball, and volunteer roles.
• Lifestyle Editor Janine Donovan recounts how rowing with her children became a community that gave her lasting friendships in midlife.