Midlife is typically defined as the period between the ages of 40 and 60, so what is popularly perceived as a “midlife crisis” could take place any time within these years. During a midlife crisis, you may reexamine your identity, accomplishments, and purpose in life, leading to feelings of nostalgia, regret, sadness, and diminished confidence. However, not everyone experiences a midlife crisis. In fact, your satisfaction with your life may actually increase in midlife. Many factors, such as life stressors and your views on aging, can contribute to what might be considered a “crisis.”