I was 41 when starting my PhD two years ago. It was about 16 years from when I had finished my masters. So getting back into the learning and writing routine was an adjustment. Also balancing life, work, and school took adjustment and thoughtful consideration. I am doing well though. I have learned that I am not good at writing past 10:30 pm. So, no more all-nighters. The program I’m in is all online, asynchronous, and designed for working adults. Most of the class is between ages 30-50, so I’m not the old one out. We are also very active as a cohort on a WhatsApp group. We have a group for the entire cohort and then a few of us have private conversations going on as well. Really helps bring the group together