Episode 77

March 6, 2026

David Whyte

Why Midlife Feels Like Exile And Why That’s a Gift | David Whyte

Why Midlife Feels Like Exile And Why That’s a Gift | David Whyte

In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, poet and philosopher David Whyte explores why midlife often feels like losing your way and why that experience may be exactly what opens the door to deeper meaning.

Drawing on poetry, psychology, and Dante’s famous “dark wood,” David explains how moments of uncertainty can become powerful turning points in our lives.

In this conversation, he shares:

  • Why midlife can feel like exile from your old life
  • What Dante’s “dark wood” teaches about transformation
  • Why silence and the unknown are essential for growth
  • How vulnerability and grief can lead to wisdom

If you’ve ever felt lost, stuck, or questioning the direction of your life, this conversation offers a powerful new way to see it.

👉 Watch the full episode and discover why getting lost in midlife might be the beginning of something greater.

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