Dear Zen Mother,

I turn 40 next month. I feel great but my friends and coworkers keep making these terrible over the hill jokes. I understand you already have a view from the “other side.” What should I expect?

Emily from West Newbury

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Dear Emily,

The view on the other side of the hill is spectacular. But while we feel fabulous, society reminds us of our aging status at every opportunity, because, you know, we’re nearly dead.

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