The Midlife Shift:
How I Left The Rat Race and Found Myself
The Midlife Shift is a powerful story of transformation, exploring what it takes to find real meaning and satisfaction in life. As Mo Issa reflects on his journey from a success-driven businessman facing burnout to someone who discovered true contentment by looking inward, he offers readers practical insights for reshaping their own lives.
This book addresses a question many of us confront: “How can I find fulfillment beyond wealth and status?” Issa’s answer lies in intentional self-discovery, with tools that help readers redefine success, prioritize inner peace, and build a life aligned with their deepest values. Through candid storytelling, The Midlife Shift guides readers toward lasting change and a more meaningful existence
Praise for The Midlife Shift
"The Midlife Shift is a powerful and relatable journey that speaks directly to anyone standing at the crossroads of midlife, seeking deeper meaning and fulfillment. With raw honesty, Mo reveals the profound transformations that come when we step away from external success and lean into self-discovery and authenticity. His story is an inspiring reminder that it's never too late to rewrite our narrative and live in alignment with our true values. This book is essential reading for those ready to embrace their midlife shift with courage and intention."
—CHIP CONLEY, New York Times Bestselling Author of Learning to Love Midlife & Founder of MEA
"This book was just what I needed when I needed it. Midlife can be confusing and disorienting, but it doesn't have to be a crisis—it can be an awakening. Mo Issa's book will show you how."
—JEFF GOINS, bestselling author of The Art of Work
"Whether you've tasted success, faced adversity, or feel a lingering malaise, The Midlife Shift reminds us that our best times can still lie ahead. With Issa's warmth and wisdom, this book shows how a purposeful life only grows richer over time."
—RICHARD LEIDER, International bestselling author of The Power of Purpose, Repacking Your Bags, and Life Reimagined
"The Midlife Shift is more than a book; it's a bridge between ego and soul. Mo Issa's journey invites readers to look inward, discovering that true authenticity is born from self-love, not self-help. Through soulful storytelling and spiritual insight, Issa reminds us that life's failures are lessons, detours in our personal odyssey. This is a love story—an invitation to meet ourselves along the way. Open this book, sip its wisdom slowly, and perhaps, meet your own soul in the pages within."
—JAMIE MILLARD, Author of Cuoreosity: The heArt of Being—CHIP CONLEY, New York Times Bestselling Author of Learning to Love Midlife & Founder of MEA
"This isn't just another self-help guide; it's an invitation to slow down, reflect, and redefine what truly matters. It encouraged me to look within, trust my instincts, and create a life aligned with my own values. If you've ever felt trapped in the race for "more," The Midlife Shift offers a blueprint for finding freedom, presence, and fulfillment."
—HUSSEIN AL-BAIATY, Founder of Rising Authors
About the Author
Mo Issa is the founder of a building materials business, which he has run for 25 years. He is also the author of three books: The Midlife Shift, The Shift, and his poetry collection, The Dense Mistiness of the Ordinary. Mo’s writing has been featured in Elephant Journal and Rebel Society and goes out to thousands through his weekly newsletter. Mo speaks regularly at conferences and workshops, and he has spoken at the TEDx Accra Conference (2015).
In 2016, Mo launched a new initiative, The Authenticity Project, which celebrates people fearlessly pursuing their passions by assisting them with a cash prize and a mentorship program. He received his master’s in law from the London School of Economics. He spends his time writing and reading voraciously in philosophy, literature, poetry, and psychology. You can find him on his Substack, website, and Instagram.
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