But I Learned to Fight back!

I thought I Was disabled for Life

make Midlife Your Friend

Embrace your experiences, the good, the bad, and the beautiful.

Unleash your potential and rediscover your passions.

Design a life you truly love, on your own terms.

Hey, I'm Sybil

I'm here to Help You Embrace Your years, not fear them.

My journey has taken me from being an English-Hebrew United Nations tour guide to advocating for human rights and health advocacy across the globe.

I've navigated the challenges of chronic fatigue syndrome, hypermobility syndrome, complex PTSD, and multiple other conditions - emerging stronger and more determined to shine.

I'm a disabled immigrant mom living in Mexico. I stand for Authentic Aging, Chronic Wellness, self-compassion, Feminism, Jewish and Spiritual Identity, and More.

500+

Clients + Volunteers Served In Pandemic
50+

Articles Published
30+

Years in
Advocacy + Communications
10+

Chronic Illnesses
Managed
7+

Years in Perinatal Health
5+

Years in
Functional Medicine
Health Coaching

Imagine a world where:

Midlife is a milestone, not a crisis.
We celebrate the wisdom and experiences we've gained.
Our stories are our strength.
Every wrinkle and scar tells a tale of triumph.
Authenticity is the new standard.
We embrace who we truly are, unapologetically.

This isn't just About celebrities Going Gray. It's for all of us.

Growing up, I felt like the “Weird Girl.”

Challenging expectations came naturally, but societal pressures and personal challenges eventually took a toll. Now, in my 50s, I'm reclaiming my individuality. Authentic midlife defiance isn't about your age. It's about owning your unique journey and living life on your terms.



My Unconventional path

rOOTS AND IDENTITY

My journey began in a unique setting – a working-class, predominantly non-Jewish area where my family, displaced New Yorkers, navigated cultural and social complexities. This background instilled in me a strong sense of identity and social justice, which later fueled my passion for human rights advocacy.

FACING OBSTACLES

Life hasn't been without hurdles. I dealt with a challenging childhood environment, chronic health issues that began in my teens and continue today and an extended fertility journey with multiple pregnancy losses.

Yet, my biggest midlife challenge wasn't defined by the past.

It was about pivoting my career, launching a business after disability, and adjusting to the complexities of immigrant life and special needs parenting. All of this while navigating the hormonal shifts of peri/menopause.

Through it all, I learned to give myself permission to pursue my dreams and create a life that truly reflected who I am.

cHALLENGES AND GROWTH

Despite these obstacles, I've always maintained a strong sense of professionalism.

Today, I'm known for my calm demeanor and ability to bridge divides.

Finally, in my late 40s, I embraced my authentic self and pursued my lifelong passion of becoming a health coach. This journey is why I’ve dedicated myself to midlife reinvention and the importance of owning who you are at any stage of life.


This is why I understand the challenges you face in midlife,

especially When dealing with chronic health issues.

💥 My Midlife Turning Point 💥

In June 2020, just as I settled into my third year of living in Mexico, I faced a sudden career setback. Midlife collision hit hard when I encountered job loss, the pandemic, my daughter coming home for homeschooling, and the onset of chronic fatigue syndrome all at the same time. Just as I hit 50 and swore I would be the healthiest midlifer I know!

But this was my catalyst for positive change. I had no choice but to stop feeling undervalued and overlooked.

So, I took a leap of faith and launched Age Like Yourself.

This platform became a sanctuary for midlife women like us – we who are ready to emerge from challenges stronger, wiser, and more authentic than ever.
Armed with my functional medicine health coaching certification, I have set out to redefine what it means to age.