Deidra is 55 years old and postmenopausal. She no longer tries to look younger by coloring her hair and applying makeup because she doesn't believe anyone is fooled into thinking she is younger. She believes she looks better without it and there are more important concerns. Sheehy would characterize Deidra as having:

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Deidra's attitude reflects a positive acceptance of aging and a shift in priorities, which Gail Sheehy describes as "postmenopausal zest," a term that denotes a renewed energy and focus on personal fulfillment after menopause.

Deidra Is 55 Years Old and Postmenopausal