A Dash of Zest: It's NOW Midlife by Design

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Okay, this special episode as I have big announcement about A Dash of Zest! So, if you've been listening to me since June 10th, you know the mission of The Zestful Movement is to remind empty-nest moms and midlife women that their second journey is still deserving of zest and joy! Designing your journey requires the 3R's: First, recognizing your impact to this point in time because what you have done, DOES MATTER! Second, reprioritizing yourself without guilt because it's how you rediscover your energy, your interest, and your passion for living life. It's also a place to set new boundaries on your relationships, so that you may protect your space and time. Lastly, redefine your purpose! You've heard me mention outdated labels and just like outdated dairy, you have to throw them away to leave room for something fresh and fulfilling. It's the simple truth of evolving time! Now, let's get to the tea! !t's your time to push play and enjoy this BONUS EPISODE this Wednesday! Then click the link to find out the 3 Steps you need to take to be part of the winning circle as we go into this new adventure together!! _________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly email that will help you become part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Question, is it really necessary to continue to do the things that no longer bring you joy out of obligation to others, or even expected traditions? As the Autumn season is coming upon us it reminds me of how I've taken on an approach known as both/and. Multiple years ago I decided to take on Thanksgiving for my family, yet I wanted to fit my comfort level of my hosting style. I can remember my mom cooking for a few days, prepping the house for a week, and not having an ounce of joy before, during or after the process. This is the notion of either I do it all myself, or it won't come out right. Another question, who was really benefiting in this scenario? No one ultimately, if you pause to think about it and I'm certain this isn't an unfamiliar approach. Get out my way and let me unhappily do it by myself! Today, I'll be exploring why it's important that we pause and access our current believes on being either/or in a given situation. While exploring a new concept that I've implemented with my own holiday hosting. Yes, the outcomes and the energy were elevated for me and our guest! Now it's your time to push play and enjoy part 4/4 this Wednesday! It's time to see if you can expand your current mindset that will expand your energy, time and outlooks on different situations in your life. As always, don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com _________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

When's the last time you did an audit of your current belief system? Have you ever considered where your current beliefs derived from, and mostly importantly are they upholding the best outcomes for you today? It's most likely something that's overlooked when your day-to-day life is going just fine. For example, if you like where you live, enjoy most of what you do and you have the occasional moment of excitement now and again … it's easy to feel all systems are ago! Today, I'll be exploring why it's important that we pause and access our current daily actions to see if they continue to hold value for the person we're striving to become in midlife, or if they're simply reflex habits of who we've been. Now it's your time to push play and enjoy part 3/4 this Wednesday! It's time to see if you can expand your current scheduled time into something more meaningful and growth oriented for you designed second life! As always, don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com _________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

When's the last time you've challenged your thinking on your current beliefs that you may be holding about certain terms or actions? I'm inviting you this week to do just that around the word selfish and the topic of self-care. Imagine right now how both of these words make you feel and notice if it's serving of your wellness and your desired outcomes. If you can get in the practice of assessing thoughts, beliefs and habits more often, you just might discover a few key areas to begin shifting in your life, so that your midlife can begin feeling more abundant and expansive too! Today, I'll be exploring how I've acquired my current thinking on what it means to be selfish, why I'm discovering it's important for my midlife journey to shift this perspective and you'll be surprised where my inspiration has derived for me to shift this thinking, I promise! It's most likely not what you think! Now it's your time to push play and enjoy part 2/4 this Wednesday! Learn a bit more about your current definition of selfish and get ready to ponder of few questions at the end of this episode that will get you moving towards scheduling more self-care moments for yourself on your personal calendar. As always, don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com _________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! Sponsorships: off for this episode _________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! Sponsorships: off for this episode --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Imagine this scenario, you find yourself with a window of free time and you do nothing with it that's of meaning or significance. Why, because you've become so accustom to doing things outside of self and you're not even certain what you truly enjoy. Sound familiar? If so, it's time you delve into the Mobius Method! Over the next month we'll be exploring 4/8 steps to help you bring back calm, clarity and a new sense commitment to feeling good about taking time to nourish self. It's a key component to designing your ideal midlife! Now it's your time to push play and enjoy part 1/4 this Wednesday! Learn a bit more about this approach and get ready to ponder of few questions at the end of this episode that will get you prepared for next week. Don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com _________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

How curious are you about the things around you? Your ideas, Your thoughts, Your desired outcomes? How often to simply utter the words, "What if? or "Why not?" These simple phrase could be some of the most important words as you seek to design your ideal midlife for yourself and those you dare to serve. So, if you weren't able to listen to any other episode this month, do make sure this one gets your full attention! We're wrapping up this month's focus on becoming a beginner again with the Beginner's Mindset Approach. It's amazing how common and familiar concepts can enhance our lives in meaningful ways when we're willing to approach change and challenges with fresh eyes, no matter the season, along with a hefty does of curiosity to support the journey of our chosen path. Now it's your time to push play and enjoy part 4/4 this Wednesday! Don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com “The important thing is not to stop questioning. Curiosity has its own reason for existence. One cannot help but be in awe when he contemplates the mysteries of eternity, of life, of the marvelous structure of reality. It is enough if one tries merely to comprehend a little of this mystery each day." -Albert Einstein ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

After doing the same things day in and day out it's understandable how auto-pilot becomes a thing, yet you must ask is it serving your best outcomes for your designed midlife? A quick guess would lead to the short answer of no. So how can we learn to shift out process while still holding true to the must-dos in our lives. Tune in and discover two simple approaches to re-awakening your senses and coming out of the common auto-pilot slump! Go ahead, push play and enjoy part 3/4 this Wednesday! Don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

How often do you listen fully, and how often to you delay judgement of a given circumstance? Before you answer, I think you'll be shocked by the statistic within today's episode! I know that I was, but not for the obvious reasons. Sometimes both of these areas have to do with taking a situation for granted, overacting through emotions, or simply being on auto-pilot. Which translates into not fully being in-tuned to what's taking place, or worse not being aware of new possibilities that may be within reach. When thought of in these terms, it becomes a bit more obvious how a Beginner's Mindset can support the journey of Midlife. To support you in these two areas, there are two individual exercises that will give you direction on how to become a better listener, and how to spend less of your precious time judging self or outcomes. Go ahead, push play and enjoy part 2/4 this Wednesday! Don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Leaning into a Beginner's Mindset, could it be a possible approach towards midlife? Join me during the entire month of August as we'll explore the 6 Key Steps of this method and how it can support you in moving forward with you second life journey. Every Wednesday we'll explore two of the steps, then you'll receive a simple exercise to help you put the method into action over the week. By the end of the month you'll have acquired tools to help you find some clarity and courage as you embark on the various aspects that midlife can bring forward day-day! Push play to learn more and get your first exercise for the week and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Is being a busy, responsible adult keeping your from relishing in the moments of your life? How is this habit blocking your joy, your creativity, and how you show up for yourself in your day to day? In Episode 14, the FINAL zesty chat of Season 1, I have 3 questions for you that will help to reawaken you to the wonder that's so present in your daily ways of being. You simple have to get out of your oblivious habits by shifting into the practice of being in the moments that are presented to you throughout your daily routines. Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! Enjoy your creativity --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

What's an accessible way to create calm for yourself? Could it be as simple as taking the time to breath intentionally? What could happen for you with this consistent practice? Subtle movement in your body initiated with your inhale and your exhale.... let's delve into the specifics a bit more shall we? In Episode 12, I'll guide you in a simple breathing practice that will inform you of the physical benefits, while providing with an opportunity to experience the calm for yourself too. Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

How can you begin putting energy back towards yourself? It's more challenging than most would think! Especially after being in the habit of putting others first decade after decade. Initially, the attempt of putting self-first can bring up more feelings of guilt rather than satisfaction. These feelings can often derail the new habit, and I encourage you to keep pace with real gumption towards this goal! In episode 7 I'll be sharing with you one simple action I've been taking that's helping me find more joy than dread with the practice of self-care. The best part.. it's having a profound impact on how I feel during my days, and it's been a good thing for the people I care about too! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

How often do you take time to ponder and shift your thoughts? It's not about seeking the absolutes, yet rather, it's more about rearranging things to allow light to seep in, creating room for new growth. For it's with new growth that we can seek new beginnings, no? So, take a moment to lean in without distractions and listen to trail of questions presented in Episode 10. Allow them to pull you in as you begin to envision potentially a different approaches to your days, weeks ..... etc. It's important to interrupt patterns to ensure you're walking the path of your desires in living life fully. Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

How can you feel beautiful in Midlife as a woman? Simple, don't discount the beauty that's within you, its radiates your truth. As we age it's so easy to focus on the apparent changes, while forgetting to celebrate the inner growth that's been earned over the decades. Today, Episode 9 is short and sweet. Tune in to grab a relevant quote. Repeat it often until you believe it with all of your being for yourself! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Are you struggling in the verge of midlife? Midlife verge can bring forward so many changes. It can also bubble the question, is this a place for me to retreat, or is it time for me take the big leap? Both questions can lead to overwhelm and overthinking leaving your feeling maximized, maybe even paralyzed. So, maybe this verge needs to be simple a place to breath, giving you needed space for your needs and your answers to evolve in their own time. Join me in episode 8 where we'll explore accessing calm with a simple technique to help you navigate your way forward with more ease, more yes and much less stress! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Do you know what's normal during midlife? Uncertainty becoming a familiar mood in your life. It can impede you from taking new actions in your life that are meaningful. This is a normal aspect of midlife, especially for women, as everything that gave you a sense of connection and purpose has shifted. The day to day has lost its rhythm and maybe just in time to begin a new dance, no? What if you flipped the script and became the encourager for yourself? You already know how to do this friend, because you done it often for your kids, your spouse, your family and your friends!! If you begin believing in yourself you may just find that your limited-thinking is lifted, allowing you to begin taking action in your own life again. Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Thoughtful Talk: How many times per day do you allow mundane responsibilities to block you from your personal growth? Eventually, you have to put yourself on the list friend, because there will always be a reason not to... so why not, let today be the day?!! Begin to explore the unimaginable for yourself? The reality, if you begin to put energy towards what seems impossible, in time it will become more than possible, yet you have to begin the process! The good news, Midlife is the perfect time in space to begin putting yourself first, while putting your dreams into real action! I'm right here cheering you on! Let's get it!! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

When's the last time you leaned into exploration without the need for clear expectations? I believe that travel can be the gateway to this personal experience. In this episode I recap my experience of traveling WEST to visit family and friends. As I become more familiar with this phase of living my midlife, I'm becoming more and more clear about what matters to me. Also, what's truly required for me to feel happy, connected to the one's I care about. I guess it the notion of thriving versus surviving within my Midlife Woman adventure!! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Today's Podcast Question: As we age why do we assume we can't begin something new? Or even explore expansive life goals? Age-markers can create so many upspoken expectations. Overall you tend to follow the expected trends during the maturing process, so why stop once your ACT II is on the horizon? Please, be sure that your middle-age isn't determining your ability to have expansive goals! In today's episode I'll be sharing with you 4 Simple Actions you can put into process, this week, to help keep your Midlife moving towards expansion.... by your choice, your design!! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Is the passing of time creating a sense of a Midlife Crisis for you? Or, do you feel you have enough time to accomplish the things that you desire in your midlife? Time often has a sense of no rhyme or rhythm. In one moment you can feel like it's abundant, in other moment it's fleeting! Time is also one of those things that can create panic in midlife if you're not mindful of how you're rising up to meet you desired outcomes. In this podcast episode, I'll be sharing some insights that I gained from reading The Big Leap by Gay Hendricks. He speaks to the notion of Einstein Time and it's a real game changer when applied to your day to day planning. Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com Quick Reminder, you do have time! Keep working towards being more selective about what you fill your time with by making sure it aligns with your personal, desired outcomes. ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Do you remember that song Real Love by Mary J. Blige? Such a great tune and it turns out that real love is an inside job, who knew?! Which leads to the question, when was the last time you've taken on the ritual of taking care of yourself first, truly above all other things? The rituals that actually help you show up as your best self, growing, learning and connecting to who you intend to be in this phase two of living life. As a stay-at-home-mom for over two decades I can completely appreciate that the task of self-first can be daunting leaving you with many mixed emotions that can be summed up into one word: GUILT! Yet, what if you took it slow and just built this important practice step by step overtime. I promise you if you take this approach self-love will be a real practice for you in no time. Listen in to today's podcast to get the scoop on my current morning rituals. It takes little time and makes a real difference in my day. Let's just say it's noticeable when I don't allow time for myself and not in a good way. As promised in this podcast episode, here are a few resources to help you get going on your own ritual creations that I promise will serve your higher-self in the long run: A Method to Help You Begin Water Consumption Made Easy A Great Resource for Your Gut Health Meditation Made Interesting Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com _______________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovment.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Do you believe that life is something that passes you by while you're busy surviving? This is a mantra that my Daddy often shared that I remember from my childhood. I've been curious as I've entered into my own midlife phase if this can become more of a notion, rather than a way of being. In today's episode, I'm putting surviving up along side thriving and I'm wondering how it could impact our mood, our energy, and our choices. So I invite you to listen in and share your thoughts that may come along afterwards. What are some of your parent's mantras that have stuck with you into adulthood? Do they need some revising to better support you in your midlife outcomes? Never forget that we do have to power to choose our energy. We must figure out where to make the subtle shifts in thinking and in action. Can't wait to hear your thoughts! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com ____________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become of part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovement.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Midlife, does it have you looking forward to what's next, or dreading the unknown void of time passing? This phase of living, called midlife, can bring lots of unwelcome change for women when it comes to parenting, marriage, extended family-care, career and lets not forget overall aging itself. Yet, midlife can also become a time to unleash your true inner zest if you can find the path towards embracing inevitable change. In this episode you'll get an opportunity to learn a little bit more about me and my Midlife Awakening! Why I've started my podcast, A Dash of Zest, and what I hope you begin to gain by being a part of our Zesty Crew Community. I believe that meaningful change begins from within, so let me know what's on your heart to help drive the Zesty Chats launching today and for years to come. Follow the Zesty Crew link to take an easy and quick survey designed by me to help me gain insight into what matters most to you as we create these conversations! Take a listen and don't hesitate to share any of your thoughts with me by leaving a voice message on Anchor, or my direct email: ericka@thezestfulmovement.com I'm so grateful and excited to have you be part of the conversations. Welcome to A Dash of Zest Podcast! ________________________________________________________________ Keep the good energy going by following me, Ericka Bell on Instagram, and LinkedIn @thezestfulmovement You're also invited to sign up for our weekly newsletter that will help you become a part of our Zesty Crew as you stay connected to the conversations. This will also allow you to gain access to some monthly special offerings created with you in mind. Visit: www.thezestfulmovement.com Until next time, please do keep it Zesty! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message

Join me weekly on Monday and Wednesday to share in Zesty-Chats to help spur your thoughts that will challenge your current thinking, inspire your daily actions, while encouraging you to bring your inner Zest forward! If you enjoy these mini chats, you'll also want to join me for my Midlife by Design Podcast, new episodes on Sunday, where we'll delve deeper into conversations with experts sharing tools to help you get unstuck in midlife! The goal is to help you unleash your true defined-self, so you can embrace zest-filled living again! Ericka, your host, is a wife, mom, international, supported-movement teacher, soon to be empty-nester and it's her passion to help women redefine their purpose, so they can begin living life to its fullest. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/ericka-bell/message