About the Wildcard Way
Welcome to The Wildcard Way, your go-to online resource for women navigating the vibrant, complex journey of midlife.
Founded with the belief that life after 40 isn’t about slowing down, but rather discovering new paths and possibilities, The Wildcard Way serves as both companion and guide through this transformative chapter of life.
Our vision
We understand that this period can often bring feelings of isolation, invisibility, and uncertainty alongside its unique challenges and opportunities. At The Wildcard Way, we’re committed to informing, empowering, and uplifting women in midlife through reframing conversations, connecting online and in-person and through authentic sharing and collaboration.
Building Connection
We created The Wildcard Way because we know too many women feel alone in their midlife experiences. When hot flushes disrupt your sleep, when your body changes in ways you never expected, when you find yourself sandwiched between caring for growing children and aging parents, or when you question your purpose – you are not alone.
This space exists to break through that isolation. Through honest stories, a supportive Facebook community and expert insights, we are committed to women over 40 experiencing midlife through a lens of exploration, possibility and wonder.
Here, you are seen. Your experiences are validated. Your wisdom is celebrated.
What We Cover
Our magazine-style platform embraces every aspect of midlife womanhood:
- Health & Wellbeing: Navigating perimenopause, menopause, and overall wellness with evidence-based information and practical advice
- Relationships: Exploring the shifting dynamics of partnerships, friendships, parenting, and caring for aging parents
- Career & Purpose: Inspiring stories of reinvention, advancement, and finding new meaning in work
- Creativity & Self-Expression: Celebrating the creative renaissance that often blossoms during this time
- Community: Creating meaningful connections that combat isolation and foster belonging
Our Approach
What sets The Wildcard Way apart is our resolutely positive perspective combined with authentic acknowledgment of real challenges.
The name “The Wildcard Way” reflects our philosophy that midlife is the perfect time to embrace the unexpected, play by your own rules, and redefine what’s possible – not alone, but together in community.
Join us as we navigate this journey with authenticity, joy, and the power of connection. You belong here.
The Wildcard Way is curated by Mal Monks, a midlife wellness consultant based in Queensland, Australia, where she lives with her husband of over 20 years and their daughter. Mal has a passion for supporting women through all aspects of midlife and is committed to exploring what works for each individual, rather than a one-size-fits-all approach. Mal is a certified menopause wellness coach. She has a background in the study of psychology and has undergone extensive training and development pursuits with world-leading coaches and leaders, developing skills in leadership, communication and mentoring. Mal has provided on-the-court empowerment of women for over 20 years in the realms of training and mentoring women in sporting and corporate environments, as well as running a photography business specifically dedicated to female empowerment and self-confidence. The Wildcard Way is the culmination of Mal’s passion for supporting women in the pursuit of their authentic selves and providing them the space to embrace it and explore the possibilities that arise.