Interviews

What does it actually mean to be “rich”?

"What matters much more to me is having a very healthy work/life balance while I’m still working."

Feb 17 • Alexis Mera Damen

Dating after divorce

My answer to a reader's question about dating after divorce, plus a Q&A with couples and sex therapist Kate Engler.

Feb 10 • Alexis Mera Damen

The #1 most important thing I learned in my 30s (+ an interview with my dad)

Older and wiser, hopefully!

Nov 12, 2025 • Alexis Mera Damen

A moment with poet Samantha King Holmes

"Life feels like it has so much to cover, and I want to explore it all through my writing."

Jul 16, 2025 • Alexis Mera Damen and Samantha King

Keeping it real with Marie-Elizabeth Mali from Sex, Death & Cash

"Finally unhooking from my drivenness is one of the best things I’ve ever done for myself."

Jun 17, 2025 • Alexis Mera Damen and Marie-Elizabeth Mali

Keeping it real with Hannah Ashe from Chez Hanny

"I truly feel that I am in my technicolour, fully creative era."

May 30, 2025 • Alexis Mera Damen and Hannah Ashe

9 heartfelt Mother's Day notes from readers of The Cool Aunt

"Everyday is Mother's Day!"

May 11, 2025 • Alexis Mera Damen, Lindsey (is) Not Normal, Lee Bacon, Cassie Wilkins, Raksha Daryanani Thani, Breeann Adam, Kaila Krayewski, Shelby Tutty, MHA, and Edie Morgan

Welcome to Mera Magazine

Relatable essays, interviews, advice, and more from midlife.

Mar 27, 2025 • Alexis Mera Damen

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