Welcome to Halfolescence and Beyond University

Your Introduction to a Transformative Second Half of Life

In this course you can look forward to:

  1. Learning about Halfolescence and Beyond University and its founder, Terry Nyhuis
  2. Identifying how your communities and culture arrest your growth, transformation, and human development.
  3. Discovering an expanded, lifelong span of dynamic growth, transformation, and human development most miss.
  4. Connecting with like-minded individuals in the Halfolescence community in order to share stories, support and encourage one another, and travel together on this journey.



Your Instructor


Terry Nyhuis
Terry Nyhuis

Dr. Terry Nyhuis was born in 1949 and grew up on a farm in Overisel, Michigan. He has several degrees, including a Bachelor of Arts in Physics, a Masters in Divinity, and a Doctorate of Ministry. In 1970 he married Anita Kollen Nyhuis, and they are currently owned by 2 cats. After decades working as a pastor in various churches, Terry found new passion after he retired, learning and writing about growth and change in the second half of our lives.

Terry is the founder of Halfolescence and the captain of our ship. As the oldest member of our team and the proud owner of several letters after his name, you might expect him to be the most mature and sensible among our number. It would make sense to expect that, but fortunately the opposite is true.

The Halfolescence process seems to have done a real number on our good doctor, and this wily old misfit is full of mischief, a total rule breaker, a renegade and a true lover of life. This does at times make us wonder if perhaps as we age, we’re supposed to become lighter, more youthful and alive… Nah… we’ve probably just been drinking too much Halfolescence kool aid here.


Frequently Asked Questions


When does the course start and finish?
The course starts now and never ends! It is a completely self-paced online course - you decide when you start and when you finish.
How long do I have access to the course?
How does lifetime access sound? After enrolling, you have unlimited access to this course for as long as you like - across any and all devices you own.
What if I am unhappy with the course?
We would never want you to be unhappy! If you are unsatisfied with your purchase, contact us in the first 30 days and we will give you a full refund.

The purpose of this course is to:

  • Ignite your imagination of a transformed second half of your life…one that will bring you as much wonder, challenge, and vitality as you experienced through childhood, adolescence, and earlier adulthood.
  • Challenge you to not settle for what your culture, tradition and groups are telling you about life in your middle and later decades of life.
  • Encourage you every way I can think of to Never stop growing and being transformed.

Does any or all of this resonate with you? If so, take the first step on your journey to transformation. Enroll now.

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