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Julie Halpert
Julie Halpert has written for The New York Times, CNBC and AARP. She writes the “Second Acts” stories for The Wall Street Journal, focusing on those who have switched careers late in life.
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Health & Fitness
Why Do Our 50s Suck So Hard?
It’s not just you who feels that way. But there’s good news about what’s coming next.
By Julie Halpert
, June 27, 2022
3 Min Read