The Maeve House Blog
Stories, insights, and reflections on belonging, friendship, community, and the way we create meaning in adulthood.
Women Without Children: Where We Find Community and Why It Matters
Much of adult community is organized around parenting. What happens when you're outside that structure? A reflection on belonging, friendship, and the ways women without children often become community builders.
Loneliness in Midlife: What No One Talks About
Loneliness in midlife looks different than it did in our twenties. It’s quieter, more nuanced, and often harder to name. Here’s why — and what actually helps.
Making Friends in a New City: What Actually Helps
Moving to a new city can feel lonely in ways we don’t always expect. Here’s what actually helps when you’re trying to build real connection from scratch.
Making Friends as Grown-Ups: Why It’s Hard, Why It Matters, and How We Do It
Making friends as an adult is harder than we admit. Here’s why it feels so awkward, why connection still matters deeply, and how belonging grows when pressure is removed.