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Laura Prael

Brisbane Times

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The ‘dreaded middle’ or a secret superpower? Why turning 40 in 2026 feels like a trap – and a triumph

I’m about to turn 40 – is it the sweet spot for age, ambition and success? Ask me in a few weeks.

15.02.2026 20

The Age

Laura Prael

The ‘dreaded middle’ or a secret superpower? Why turning 40 in 2026 feels like a trap – and a triumph

I’m about to turn 40 – is it the sweet spot for age, ambition and success? Ask me in a few weeks.

15.02.2026 8

WA Today

Laura Prael

The ‘dreaded middle’ or a secret superpower? Why turning 40 in 2026 feels like a trap – and a triumph

I’m about to turn 40 – is it the sweet spot for age, ambition and success? Ask me in a few weeks.

15.02.2026 10

The Sydney Morning Herald

Laura Prael

The ‘dreaded middle’ or a secret superpower? Why turning 40 in 2026 feels like a trap – and a triumph

I’m about to turn 40 – is it the sweet spot for age, ambition and success? Ask me in a few weeks.

15.02.2026 10

Brisbane Times

Laura Prael