Have you ever thought about reconnecting with someone from your past — not because they were good for you, but because you were lonely?

In this reflective episode of Voice After 50, Beverley pauses over a striking idea she came across online:

“Don’t let loneliness make you reconnect with toxic people; you shouldn’t drink poison just because you’re thirsty.”

From there, she explores how loneliness can sometimes blur our boundaries, especially in midlife, when circles shift, roles change and life grows quieter around the edges. With warmth and honesty, Beverley reflects on the moments we consider letting old patterns back in, simply because they feel familiar.

This episode gently touches on:

• Loneliness as a quiet companion in midlife
• Old relationships that offered comfort but not safety
• The pull of familiarity versus the cost to our peace
• The strength that comes from choosing differently
• The quiet dignity of valuing your own wellbeing

Rather than closing off from connection, Beverley considers what it means to choose relationships that respect who we’ve become and the lessons we’ve learned along the way.

If you’ve ever paused before replying to a message from the past, or wondered whether comfort is worth the emotional cost, this episode offers calm reflection and permission to protect your peace.