It's Not A Crisis

In this episode, I am joined by Sil and Eliza Reynolds as we discuss the two sides of parenting - both mothering and ‘daughtering'. The mother and child relationship is so beautiful and so complicated and we have to be aware of the things we need to work on, to improve this relationship. Sil and Eliza are a mother-daughter coaching duo, authors and workshop facilitators. Together, they teach the Attachment Parenting method, alpha-parenting, connecting with your daughter and much more. Their goals is to help the mothering experience to be meaningful, creative, interesting and joyful. You can find Sil and Eliza at motheringanddaughtering.com, check out their course themotheringcourse.com and find Eliza's course at badassgirls.me Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

We all know that trauma and difficulties that we face during childhood and teenage years can affect us throughout our life. The good news is that we have solutions for reconciliation and healing. In this episode, I am joined by Lavinia Brown, as we discuss Inner Child work as a tool to deal with past trauma and parent our inner child in a way that helps us move forward. Lavinia Brown is a Psychodynamic Coach for Mums and an Inner Child-Healing Expert. She supports mothers to understand how their past is affecting their present and to heal their unconscious, childhood wounds so that they no longer feel guilty, anxious or angry and can become the mamas, partners and women that they choose to be. You can find her at laviniabrown.com and on social media @laviniabrowncoaching Lavinia has been kind enough to offer a 10% discount off her 1 to 1 coaching program, if you are a listener of It's Not a Crisis. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode, I am joined by Georgie Collinson as we discuss high functioning anxiety. We talk all about how it affects us, how it sometimes defines our identity and may be influenced by genetics and education. Georgie also shares with us things we can do to tackle anxiety in a practical way, from monitoring hormones, sleep, nutrition to our gut biome. You'll learn all about the Anxiety Reset Method as well as the Resilience Shield and how to fix the holes we have in it. Georgie Collinson is an Anxiety Mindset Coach, Naturopath and Nutritionist with a Bachelor of Health Science. Her training includes counselling, clinical research and teaching meditation. She's with the Australian Natural Therapists Association, a professional body that only accepts fully trained, high quality health practitioners. You can find her at https://georgiecollinson.com/ and on social media https://www.instagram.com/georgiethenaturopath/ Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

Doctor Doris Day is joining me in this episode as we discuss the psychology of skin care. We go in depth about how emotions, hormones, sex life all affect our skin and talk about some preventative facial exercises, before reaching the point of injections. Doctor Day believes that every decade of our life can be our best and is on a mission to help women understand and live that way. Doris Day MD is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in aesthetic dermatology in private practice in New York City and is a clinical associate professor of dermatology at NYU Langone Health. She has won awards for her work in laser research and teaching. Dr. Day is author of three books, most recently Beyond Beautiful and is a freelance journalist, including a host for her award-winning dermatology show on Doctor Radio on SiriusXM 110. Dr. Day regularly lectures at national and international medical and aesthetic conferences and teaches other physicians the art and techniques of soft tissue fillers, laser treatments and rejuvenation. She is a member of national and international organizations including the American Society of Dermatologic Surgery where she has served on the Board of Directors and has served on the medical advisory boards and training panels for Allergan, Galderma and Merz, among others. You can find Dr. Day via her website https://dorisdaymd.com/, on social media @drdorisday and find her book, Beyond Beautiful on Amazon https://www.amazon.com/Beyond-Beautiful-Aesthetic-Breakthroughs-Naturally/dp/145554258X Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

This episode is, in a way, a part two of episode 12. Last time we looked at what it means to be childfree and how such a decision can be carried throughout life without any guilt. In this episode, I am joined by Jody Day, as we discuss being childless. We talk about the differences, the common misconceptions, understanding childless people better, communicating with them and knowing that in the end it's not about ‘us' and ‘them', but about all of us together. Jody Day is the founder of Gateway Women, the global friendship and support network for childless women, with the social reach of 2 million, founded in 2011. She is an author, a speaker, a global though leader on female involuntary childlessness, an integrative psychotherapist, a TedX speaker, a social entrepreneur and much more. You can find Jody @gatewaywomen and you can visit her website https://gateway-women.com/ Make sure to also check out her amazing TedTalk on YouTube. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

There's a lot of stigma around women deciding to not have children and it's a pity that society still can't get out of this mentality. My guest today is a pioneer and advocate for women who decide to take that path and she reassures women that this choice is valid, correct and should be guilt-free. Marcia Drut-Davis came into the spotlight when she appeared on a “60 minutes” interview in 1974, where she talked about how she had decided to not have or raise children. The interview sparked controversy that cost Marcia her teaching job of ten years, but ultimately fuelled her drive to open a dialogue and the minds of people towards childfree life. Marcia was 6 when she first thought about being childfree for the rest of her life. She wrote her memoir “Confessions of a Childless Woman”, where she looks back and shares what led her to make that choice and if looking back she has any regrets. She has and continues to live a wonderfully rich life, without raising any children of her own, and offers her resources to people who want to live the same way. You can find Marcia @childfree_guru, email her at marciadavis@ketravel.com and check out her website https://www.childfreereflections.com/ Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

How do you use past trauma to fuel your drive for entrepreneurship? In this episode I am joined by my friend, Zara Tisch, who used to be my neighbor about 10 years ago in Manhattan. I've always admired her style, her personality, her openness and her desire to do some good in this world. Zara Terez Tisch founded her company, Terez in New York, where she also currently lives with her husband, three kids and three dogs. You can find Zara @zaratisch and find her products on https://www.terez.com/ Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

We all know that what you put into your body affects your mood, your hormones and ultimately your whole day. In our quest for the healthiest diets, we often forget to indulge in what we like. In this episode, Jen Smiley joins me as we discuss reading labels, choosing healthier alternatives to products we can't live without and figuring out how we can tweak our nutrition for the best possible results. Jen Smiley is an expert food coach at Wake Up and Read the Labels. She has been a fitness instructor for 5 years, owns a spin studio and has been helping clients both locally and internationally to find cleaner brands at the grocery store and understand labels. You can find Jen on social media at @wakeupandreadthelabels as well as her website https://www.getjensmiley.com/ Visit freemorningguide.com for 3 common morning foods that are killing your energy and ruining your day. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode I am joined by Dr. Megan Fleming as we discuss infidelity among women over 40. We don't often talk about women's reasons for infidelity and felt this was a relevant topic for our age and time of life. We discuss many things such as why it happens and how to repair a relationship after an affair and much more. Dr. Fleming is a nationally recognized certified sex and relationship expert. She has over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples to discover what's getting in their way and teaches them the skills and strategies to get the sex and relationships they want. Learn more about women's reasons for having affairs, compared to men, why they happen, how to repair your relationship if an affair took place on both sides and how we can have a more open dialogue about this. You can find Dr. Fleming on social media @dr.megan.fleming as well as her own website https://greatlifegreatsex.com/ You can also visit the American Association of Sexuality Educators, Counselors and Therapists at aasect.org to find a certified expert in your area. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

Amy E. Smith is a certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Founder of TheJoyJunkie.com, Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth. With an acute focus on helping people “find their voice”, she is highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence, wisdom, and humor and has been a featured expert in Inspired Coach Magazine and on Fox 5 San Diego. Together with Amy, we discuss self-worth, relationships, freeing yourself and your identity from what others think about you and much more. I am thrilled to be touching on this subject, because it's incredibly important as we venture on to this next chapter of life. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

I am joined by Diann Wingert where we discuss ADHD after 40 in female entrepreneurs and beyond. You will LOVE Diann! We discuss the impact of ADHD on women of our generation, the gifts that come with ADHD and also the issues that it presents. Diann Wingert is a mindset and productivity coach for female entrepreneurs. During her 20-year career as a licensed psychotherapist, she worked with hundreds of ambitious women who struggled with habits and mindsets that held them back. After realizing that psychotherapy was not the answer, Diann trained and certified as a coach in order to shift the conversation from problems to possibilities. Her jam is helping the driven but distracted woman eliminate procrastination, perfectionism, and people-pleasing, so she can level up her business and life. She is an expert in ADHD in adult women and the link between ADHD and entrepreneurship. Resources mentioned in the episode: ADHD 2.0 by Ned Hallowell - https://www.amazon.com/dp/0399178732 ADHD for Smartass Women - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/adhd-for-smart-ass-women-with-tracy-otsuka/id1443678424 You can find Diann on diannwingertcoaching.com and @coachdiannwingert Tune in to listen to her podcast, The Driven Woman Podcast - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-driven-woman/id1513039926 Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

Today I am joined by my good friend Tanya, as we continue our ‘Doryn & Friends' series. Tanya is smart, funny, positive and incredibly genuine. She's a total open book and I think that's why we clicked like we did. Tanya is most well known for being a co-host on hit ABC show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. She is also a mother of two, a step-mother of two, ages 16-26, a producer husband named Tom and a 7 year old terrier named Never, who needs to drop a few pounds. We discuss her experience on becoming a hit tv show co-host, being a step-mother, as well as the physical changes she's experiencing at 49. You can find Tanya on Instagram @tlmcqueen Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

I am joined by Veronica Cisneros, marriage and family therapist for an incredible episode. Together, we discuss how learning more about ourselves and our desire to be in control as women can help us also how to prevent conflict and divorce in our marriages the longer we are in them.  This is not just an episode for married women, we also tackle how to make yourself a priority when you have spent years putting everyone first. Veronica is a licensed therapist specialized in women and couples. She is the founder of Empowered and Unapologetic, a community that helps women create the best version of themselves and thus saving their marriage. No woman should ever have to suffer in silence or hit rock bottom before she decides to live differently. You can find more about Veronica on her website, empoweredandunapologetic.com. She also hosts a podcast https://empoweredandunapologetic.com/podcasts/ and can be found everywhere on social media @empoweredandunapologetic and on Clubhouse @empoweredvero Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content. We always love hearing from you, so drop a DM to say "hi" or email us at info@itsnotacrisis.com Don't forget...It's NOT a crisis!

What if your long lost biological family reaches out to you for the first time in your 40s? Cat Powell is a listener of the show and reached out because she wanted to share her story and raise awareness of what she discovered. She talks about the work that still needs to be done with adoption laws and regulations as well as a twist to her life that she never knew existed. You'll also just adore Cat! Cat Powell is a Portland, Oregon based artist and writer with work that has been exhibited in several galleries up and down the west coast. In addition, she's been featured in art and literary publications like Jam Magazine and Five:2:One. Drawing inspiration from her own experiences as a Korean American woman and mother, Cat shares her journey in her own visual love language for others to explore, celebrate with, and connect. Her latest artwork, “Church,” an illustration about believing in one's self, was recently published in the digital magazine, Artfest. You can follow Cat on her personal Instagram page @GoddingCat and also her doodle page @RayetheCat. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and always love to hear from you, so drop a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Welcome back to a new episode where this time, for the first time ever in my life, I'm talking to a Financial Therapist. Up until a few months ago I didn't even know they existed. Back in Season 1 we had Jenn Uhen on the show talking about finances in midlife and I asked her to connect me to a Financial Therapist - that's how I found Wendy Wright. We all know there's a psychological aspect to money, but not many of us are aware of that in everyday life. Wendy is here to talk about emotions, our childhood background and how it all affects our financial decisions NOW. Wendy Wright specializes in the emerging field of Financial Therapy as a Certified Financial Recovery Counselor and is Licensed Therapist. She is also a member of the Financial Therapy Association, a Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist and a Certified Financial Recovery Counselor based in Denver, but is available anywhere virtually thanks to the use of telehealth! You can find Wendy at wendywrightcouseling.com and conact her at wendy@wendywrightcounseling.com Tracking your finances with thoughts and feelings - https://wendywrightcounseling.com/5-days-financial-clarity/ The book she mentions in the episode: https://amzn.to/3uEOFsn Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and always love to hear from you, so drop a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

I have started a new series called "Doryn & Friends" Many of you have requested to hear from real women, real stories and real experiences in our 40s.I'm joined by a new friend of mine, Juliet Hahn. I met Juliet on Clubhouse and we had instant chemistry. You are really going to laugh with this one! Juliet inspired a whole episode on our show, with Dr. Elizabeth Kavaler, by sending me this YouTube video... this should show you what you're in for. I was also a guest on her podcast recently and we had an amazing time together. This episode is a bit different, because it was a free-flowing conversation, but I am sure that if you tune in and listen, you will definitely have a lot of fun and learn something too. Juliet is a health and fitness coach and she helps women beyond just their health and fitness. She now offers a workshop called Your Next Stop that empowers people to find their creative passion and turn it into a business. She also has her own podcast, called Your Next Stop You can find more about Juliet on her website, iamjuliethahn.com or using her handle @iamjuliethahn or on Clubhouse @fulfilling. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and always love to hear from you, so drop a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

What a way to kick off our new season with a HOT topic! I am thrilled to be joined today by Celeste Hirschman and Danielle Harel. Sex is an important part of life but it can sometimes be tricky to keep things fresh when you reach a certain point. Celeste & Danielle are here to talk to us all about communication, relationships, sex and specific things you can do to work on these aspects in your relationships. Celeste & Danielle are sex therapists, who believe there is no right way to be sexual or have a relationship. They created the Somatica Method of Sex Therapy and Relationship Coaching that is experiential, practical, and effective. Sexual expression and communication skills can be learned and we offer step by step experiential practices so you can incorporate these new skills into your life. You can find Celeste & Danielle at celesteanddanielle.com, where you can learn more about what they do, as well as find their books and work with them. Also, if you are interested in becoming a sex therapist, you can find more information on their website. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

I am beyond excited to be joined by Kim & Penn Holderness in this episode on marriage and lessons they have learned. Why should you listen to them talk about marriage?. Because they are REAL, they don't pretend to be experts, they have put the time in and are still doing the work. I have listened to every one of their podcasts and seen most of their silly YouTube videos and I just adore them and you will too if you don't already. In this episode they discuss what they have learned, how they have gotten through their ups and downs, Kim's anxiety and OCD and Penn's ADHD, the ‘I love you' finger, pet peeves, communication and many more stories from their journey as a family. We also discuss their new book, Everybody Fights (which you should run to get or get the AUDIBLE because it's pretty much a super long podcast they way they do it and it's GREAT) https://amzn.to/2R4S7NV In 2013, Penn and Kim hit publish on “XMAS Jammies” – a seemingly innocent video Christmas Card intended for their immediate family. Overnight, their video went viral on YouTube and they've been making goofy videos with their family ever since. Their family also continues to be one of the most sought-after content creators for family brands. Today, they own their own company, Holderness Family Productions, where Kim is Chief Executive Officer and Penn is Chief Creative Officer. As well as creating content for their channels, they also work alongside brands and agencies to shape product launches and marketing campaigns. Their book about improving communication in a marriage was released March 30, 2021. You can find them at https://theholdernessfamily.com/ and you can get their book at https://amzn.to/2R4S7NV Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode we touch on a topic that's been requested by some of our listeners - how to manage the relationship with your teen kids during the pandemic. Dr. Regine Muradian is joining me as we discuss active listening, self-care time, transitioning from a pandemic back to normal life and much more. Dr. Regine Muradian is a licensed clinical psychologist, children's author, speaker, consultant and mental health advocate. In her clinical practice, Dr. Muradian works with children, adolescents, and adults who present with a wide range of emotional stressors. She specializes in Anxiety and is a Certified Clinical Anxiety Treatment Professional (CCATP), ADHD, Depression, Eating Disorders/Body Image and Executive Functioning and Leadership Training. Dr. Muradian is also a specialist in Psychological, Personality and Neuropsychological Assessments. You can find Dr. Muradian's books on her website at reginemuradian.com/books Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Welcome back to a new episode where I am joined again by the amazing Dr. Lindsay Gibson, as we dive deeper into emotional immaturity. Last time she joined me, we discussed identifying emotional immaturity and this time we expand more on that and look at practical solutions and steps while in relationships with an emotionally immature person. This episode is not just for marriages, but for any type of relationship. Dr. Gibson holds both a Masters and Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology. She has been a psychotherapist for over thirty years, working in diverse settings such as the Juvenile Court system, community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, group practice, and solo practice. She is also the author of Who You Were Meant to Be, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents and Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents. Since its publication in 2015, her second book has been a repeated Amazon #1 bestseller in its category and has been translated into fourteen languages. You can find Dr. Gibson's book on Amazon here Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

We don't normally talk about this publicly, but I'm certain some of us have experienced the following situations. Not being able to sit through an entire movie, play, or show. Having to take an aisle seat on the air plane. Not being able to do jumping jacks or laughing while staying dry. Having to excuse yourself to use ‘the ladies room' during meetings. Yes, I am talking about urinary problems and Doctor Elizabeth Kavaler is joining me to share her expertise with us. Dr. Kavaler is the Medical Director of Total Urology Care of NY. She is double board certified in both Urology (men and women) and Urogynecology, also known as Female Pelvic Medicine & Reconstructive surgeon. She is one of the preeminent experts in female urological disorders. You can find her book ‘A Seat on the Aisle, Please!' on Amazon. If you have any questions or want an appointment with Dr. Kavaler, you can find her at drkavaler@totalurologycare.com Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

We all know how important discovering our identity is. But what about rediscovering our identity after years and years of believing we were someone else? Lindsay Blount reached out to me a while ago and her story is amazing. From finding out she is a donor conceived, through searching for her biological father and discovering many siblings she had no idea existed, her story is one of hope. We talk about what our identity is, how much is nature vs. nurture, how we can cope with sudden changes in our beliefs and what we can learn from all this. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Welcome back to another episode where, this time, we tackle the issue of sexual dysfunction in women. I feel like we're not talking about this enough, whereas male sexual dysfunction is multibillion dollar industry. I'm joined by expert Doctor Anita Clayton as we talk about problems that women might face in their sex life: FOD, GSM, HSDD, FSAD - a lot of acronyms, but they'll all make sense once you listen. Dr. Anita Clayton's clinical practice and research interests focus on women's mental health and sexual dysfunctions. She is the David C. Wilson Professor and Chair of the Department of Psychiatry and Neurobehavioral Sciences, with a secondary appointment as professor of clinical obstetrics and gynecology. She is board certified in psychiatry and neurology. You can find Dr Clayton's book, Satisfaction - Women's Sex and the Quest for Intimacy on Amazon. Check out the DSDS (Decreased Sexual Desire Screener) here Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

How can you go through a renovation and not completely ruin your relationship or marriage? Is it even possible? This topic has been on my mind for quite a while, having recently moved into a new home. I'll be sharing 5 specific tips that you can apply to your situation in order to maintain your sanity while moving, redecorating or renovating a home. I'm no expert, but I have plenty of experience, both professionally and personally, and I hope you can learn even from my mistakes, as I did. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode I am honored to be joined by author Ada Calhoun. You won't be able to put her book down if you're part of Generation X. In this interview we touch on the specifics of Gen X, why they're considered ‘the middle child of America', what defines their dynamics now and we also talk about their marriage, parenting, affairs, singleness and much more. Journalist Ada Calhoun is the author of NYC history St. Marks Is Dead, essay collection Wedding Toasts I'll Never Give, and Gen-X-defining New York Times bestseller Why We Can't Sleep. In addi­tion to writ­ing her own books, Cal­houn is an A‑list ghost­writer, hav­ing col­lab­o­rat­ed on fif­teen major nonfiction books, includ­ing sev­er­al New York Times bestsellers. Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Welcome back to another episode on relationships where, this time, we talk about boundaries. I'm joined again by Mazi Robinson, who was also a guest on episode 5, and this time she shares her wisdom with us on what boundaries are, how you can set them in different types of relationships, how sometimes lack of reaction is can be a boundary you set and what the role of forgiveness is in our conflicts. Mazi Robinson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Atlanta specializing in helping women discover their true voice as they navigate women's issues, healthy relationships, self worth, personal growth and development, leadership development, living with purpose, life stage transitions, and motherhood. She is so wise and insightful and I'm grateful to have her back on the show. You can get in touch with Mazi at mazirobinson.com cultivateatlanta.com @cultivateatlanta Also check out the book she mentions: Beyond Boundaries Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Money is such an important part of our society and lives that you can't really avoid it. Sooner or later you'll need to address it with your partner, roommate, sibling etc. In this episode I'm joined by Jenn Uhen as we discuss how to approach discussions about finances, what to do about investments in our 30s and 40s and even about retirement plans. Jenn Uhen heard from many women that they will start investing “someday,” or that growing up they were taught to save their money. They weren't taught the benefit of “investing in themselves” or investing on their own. Jenn built The Pledgettes to democratize access to financial experts, build a supportive space for women to evolve their relationship with money, and create connections so no woman is going after her personal financial goals alone. You can reach out to Jenn via email at jenn@thepledgettes.com and check out their website at thepledgettes.com Check out our new website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Today, we discuss an interesting form of therapy, that has proven effective in dealing with past trauma, among many other things. Natalie Ryan Hebert is joining me, as we dig into what Rapid Transformational Therapy is, how it can help with many of the issues we face as women in our 40's, including inner child work and mom guilt. Natalie shares the story of her struggles and how her life was changed when she discovered RTT, by stumbling upon Marisa Peer online one day. Rapid Transformational Therapy (RTT) is a super therapy developed and fine-tuned over thirty years by world-renowned therapist Marisa Peer. It combines the most effective principles of Hypnotherapy, NLP, Psychotherapy and Cognitive Behavioral Therapy to bring unparalleled results in one to three sessions. Natalie was one of the first in Denmark to become certified as an RTT Practitioner, trained by Marisa, and she continues ongoing coaching and development with her and her team. She also works closely with a group of Psychologists, coaches and Psychotherapists who all agree this is the most effective method they have ever used or encountered. You can find Natalie at natalieryanhebert.com and on Instagram @natalieryanhebert Check out our new website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode, I am joined by Laura Murphy, who is a Director of Education and Awareness at IAPMD - International Association for Premenstrual Disorders. Laura has been kind enough to share her story of struggling with PMDD for 17 years until she was diagnosed. She has been through dark times, like many of you may be experiencing even now, but her story is one of positivity, support and a newfound passion to help other women. We touch more on PMDD, PME (Premenstrual Exacerbation) and PMS and how they affect lives in different ways. IAPMD is a great resource for women going through PMDD - a resource that has helped me a lot through my journey. I knew I wanted to share this with as many women as I can, so I invited Laura on the show. IAPMD was founded in 2013 as the National Association for Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder by Amanda LaFleur and Sandi MacDonald. Their mission is to inspire hope and end suffering for those affected by premenstrual disorders through peer support, education, research and advocacy. They have programs that you can be a part of, as well as many support groups and other amazing resources. Check them out at iapmd.org Check out our new website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Welcome back to another episode! This one is as interesting and educational as it is fun. Have you ever wondered why your mentality is so different from other generations? We'll try to find out how we can manage to understand and communicate within the relationships that we have in our lives, with our children, our parents, coworkers, employers and so on. Generational expert Meagan Johnson is joining us in this episode to share her analysis and insights regarding each generation's sign posts - basically what defines their thinking. You'll learn more about the behaviour of Baby Boomers, Gen X's, Millenials and even our beloved children, Gen Z's. Meagan is a “Generational Humorist” and challenges her audiences to think differently and act decisively when dealing with multiple generations. She is also a talented public speaker and each one of her presentations is packed full of amazing information and the funniest jokes. Check out our new website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode, I am joined by the super talented and dynamic, Vanessa Williams, as we continue our Wise Women Over 50 series. I am so honored to have Vanessa on my show and to be able to chat with her about her personal life and family, her past, her experience as a mother of 4 and her very accomplished career. As many of you already know, Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers in the entertainment industry today. She is vastly experienced in the entertainment industry and has earned countless awards, even being the first woman of African-American descent to ever receive the Miss America Award 1984. She is currently involved in many endeavours, from music, to film and television, writing children's books starring on Broadway and giving back through charity work. Check out our new website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode, Doryn chats with Dr. Lindsay Gibson, a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist. They talk about the effects that emotionally immature people (especially parents) can have on us even as adults, how we can manage our relationships with them and heal the conflicts that we've had with them. Dr. Gibson holds both a Masters and Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology. She has been a psychotherapist for over thirty years, working in diverse settings such as the Juvenile Court system, community mental health, psychiatric hospitals, group practice, and solo practice. She is also the author of Who You Were Meant to Be, Adult Children of Emotionally Immature Parents and Recovering from Emotionally Immature Parents. Since its publication in 2015, her second book has been a repeated Amazon #1 bestseller in its category and has been translated into fourteen languages. You can find Dr. Gibson's book on Amazon here Check out our new website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Today we continue our Wise Women Over 50 Series with my friend, Annie Potts. Annie shares her life experience as a woman, a mother with a formidable career, and a wife, while we try to feed off of her amazing energy and wisdom. We share the funny story of how we met, as well as both my son's and her son's ADHD and her overall love and respect for women, equality and change. We laugh a lot too! Annie Potts is an award winning Hollywood actress, staring in many well known shows and movies, like “Young Sheldon”, “Designing Women”, "Pretty in Pink", "Ghostbusters", “Love & War”, “Toy Story” and many more. She is also a Broadway actress, a board member and drama professor Stephens College in Missouri, an ambassador for White Pony Express and a children's book author. She and her husband, director/producer Jim Hayman joined another industry couple to form “All Are One,” an organization created to alleviate the suffering of so many folks during the Coronavirus pandemic. Their focus is to gather donations to gift anonymously to people in need. The initiative kicked off in Northern California and is now expanding across the country. Check out our new website itsnotacrisis.com and join our Patreon if you want to support this show. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

My wonderful guest and Author, Christine Chang shares her experience with dating before she found her husband. 'Is there something wrong with me?' - the question that most women who are dating are asking themselves constantly. Christine was motivated by this feeling and chose to write her book so that women who experience the same thing will know that they're not alone. I hope EVERYONE will listen to this episode, it's just two women in their 40's talking about finding love, but I share some lessons I've learned from my 17 year marriage, my parents marriage and more. Learn more about how to know yourself better, how to set up expectations, how to ask your date the best questions to know them and also how to ask yourself the best questions. Check out Christine's book ‘SHOW UP: Finding Love for Independent Women' as well as her website and podcast at christinechang.com Check out our website itsnotacrisis.com and don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and always love to hear from you, so drop a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode, I am joined by Hilani Ellis, as we discuss practical ways to get back into the workforce in your 40's. How do you know when you should get back? What career should you choose now? How do you find the job that fits you best? We touch on all these topics and many more. Hilani Ellis is the founder of Exceptional Admins, a company that helps executives find the perfect admins for their business. She has been coined a CEO Assistant Matchmaker by her clients because of her special abilities to recognize the compatibility between two employees. Her experience and process will definitely prove insightful to many of you who are on the verge of taking this next step. Visit Hilani's website here. Also check out her own podcast Exceptional Admins Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

It is my honor to have Dr. Lee Cohen on for this episode. He is an expert in this field that has so many unknowns. Plus, he has been of huge help to me in understanding the struggles that I've shared in previous episodes, which some of you are also experiencing. We talk everything Perimenopause, PMDD, Menopause and much more. If you like this episode, please be sure to spread it around because I know it will bring relief to other women. Dr. Lee Cohen is director of the Center for Women's Mental Health at Massachusetts General Hospital (MGH) and the first incumbent of the Edmund and Carroll Carpenter Chair in Psychiatry in Women's Mental Health at Harvard Medical School. He is a national and international leader in the field of women's mental health and was among the founders of the field of perinatal and reproductive psychiatry. His work spans research, teaching, and clinical care in the treatment of mood and anxiety disorders as well as women's reproductive psychiatric disorders. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's not a crisis!

You can be perfectly happy in your marriage and listen to this episode. Have you ever thought about being divorced? Don't lie, we all have at some point! Even if just imagining a worst case scenario, everyone has thought about it. Divorce can be a really difficult process that can affect more people than just the couple involved. In this episode, we will discuss the reality of divorce, how to make it more manageable, how to find support and what practical steps to take for the best possible outcome. Elise is the founder of UNtied, the Thinking Woman's Divorce Resource. When Elise first entered the separation process in 2010, she felt desperate to reach out to other women who'd been through it. A graduate of Columbia Journalism School, she worked in documentary film and later as a reporter/writer for magazines like New York and Gourmet, before launching UNtied in 2013. Her passion is to connect divorcing women to each other as well as to the most experienced and competent professionals in all fields related to their needs. Resources mentioned: untied.net elise@untied.net. The Unexpected Legacy of Divorce: The 25 Year Landmark Study ACOD Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's not a crisis!

This is the first episode of a larger series called “Wise Women Over 50”, where we'll be joined by dynamic women who have successfully navigated the midlife transition and have come out stronger and wiser. They will be sharing their experiences, their knowledge, their ups and downs and the POSITIVE outcomes of their lives. What better way to kick of the series, then with Doryn's mother, Arlene. This is without a doubt the funniest episode we've had so far. Arlene is an amazing woman, very youthful, open-minded and she's sharing with us some of her life experiences including going through a divorce, perimenopause, dating in her 40's and much more. We really hope this episode will bring a smile on your face and even help you through whatever season you're in right now. Check out the Instagram Page Doryn has created for her mom.

In this episode, with Dawn Nadeau of Two Cents Riot, we touch on 5 practical and important steps for every woman who is thinking about starting a business. In addition to covering the business side, we also discuss the importance of self-awareness and acknowledging your strengths, weaknesses and passions before your launch. Dawn is a serial founder, an experienced businesswoman and she is super-passionate about helping other women to get started. She is a partner in TwoCents Riot, a company that works with aspiring entrepreneurs, side-hustlers, in-place pioneers and lean teams. They provide company and product naming services, home business and start-up strategy and resume coaching to help founders and individuals move from ideation to execution. Dawn has been featured in a variety of publications and on television, including NBC, ABC, Fast Company, Advertising Age, Marie Claire, Today.com, Huffington Post, Forbes.com, Slate.com, The Guardian, and the BBC to name a few. She's also an expert on self defense and children, the first woman in the United States to be certified as a G1-Instructor in Krav Maga and coincidentally her daughter is best friends with Doryn's daughter. Resources mentioned in this episode: https://www.fastcompany.com/section/mentorship https://www.twocentsriot.com/ Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's not a crisis!

In this episode, Doryn is joined by Litsa Williams of What's Your Grief as they discuss what defines grief and the way that everybody goes through it. Grief is not what people traditionally think it is. It's much more than suffering from the loss of a loved one. It's actually a transition, much like midlife. This episode will open up a whole new perspective on what grief is and how it works through various stages of life. Litsa Williams is a cofounder of the grief community What's Your Grief. She has been working in the field of grief and loss for 12 years before founding this community. What's Your Grief offers in-person support, including workshops, trainings and support groups, plus online support, including articles on all topics around grief and loss, a weekly podcast and online courses. Be sure to check out the resources mentioned in the episode: whatsyourgrief.com tenpercent.com drkendoka.com Make sure to access What's Your Grief online resources. Litsa was kind enough to set up a discount code for our listeners, so make sure to use the coupon code "itsnotacrisis" for 20% off. Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's not a crisis!

Practical tips from a former Net-A-Porter New York City based personal stylist, Nicole Russo. This is not just for fashion enthusiasts, this is for every woman. We dig deep into the psychology of what you're wearing as well as what is appropriate at our age. How do you make sure your wardrobe doesn't get stuck years behind and actually transitions along with you through your life? Nicole is a fashion and shopping expert, but she's also passionate about people and finding out their personality. She works one-on-one with her clients to help them discover who they truly are and how they can dress in a way that helps them own the room every single day. Shopping for clothes doesn't have to be stressful, and with her help it won't be. She also does virtual help for those of you who are interested. You can listen to Nicole as she brings her expertise in this episode, and hopefully take away some key points that you can apply to your own life. In less than a decade, Nicole has styled hundreds of people, sat front row at NYFW, been featured in Fast Company, and spent over four years working at luxury powerhouse NET-A-PORTER. She blends the technical side of fashion and retail to build your ideal wardrobe in an efficient, fun way. One that fine-tunes your personal style and brings you an overall more fulfilling life. You can connect with Nicole at letsgetyou.com as well as on Instagram @_letsgetyou Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

This new solo episode tackles an important aspect of being a woman, wife, and a mother and having a career at the same time. Many of us struggle with finding the right balance between family and career - we want to have both and be efficient in both these areas. And I believe we can! There's no reason to give up either on having a career or having a family. All it takes is to find a natural balance that works best for your own situation. Doryn will be sharing 5 practical tips from her own personal experience as both an experienced business owner, a mother of two and tips that you can use to find a balance in your life. Some of these tips will be extremely helpful for you, especially now during this pandemic. Links to Products/ Websites Mentioned: care.com Don't forget to follow us on @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for more content and even drop us a DM to say hi. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Welcome back to another episode of It's Not a Crisis, with your host Doryn Wallach. This time, we tackle a new subject, beauty. Our guest, Michelle Spieler is Hollywood makeup veteran and a true expert on all things beauty, skincare and health. We'll go through 5 practical steps every woman can take in order to maintain their looks, even if midlife slowly but surely sets in. We also have loads of fun, talking about plenty of subjects from skincare regime, hydration, skin glow, our new passion for TikTok for the over 30 crowd! You can connect with Michelle either on her website michellespieler.com or on her Instagram @michellemspieler and you absolutely MUST check out her TikTok @cleanbeautybabe Others mentioned in the episode: Lisa Eldridge 75 Hard: https://andyfrisella.com/pages/75hard-info Products: Touch in Sol: Pretty Filter Glassy Skin Balm: Please follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates. Also, don't forget to check out our sponsor at writtenoutloud.org Registration ends on September 14th, so make sure to hop on while you still can, and let them know Doryn sent you. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

We are all starting new chapters of life and reevaluating our current situations. Our children are getting older and many women in their 40's are considering new business ideas and working from home. Starting a new business, especially in the midst of current events, can be tricky. Doryn Wallach, is back with a first solo episode, where she shares her own experience as a businesswoman with a number of successful ventures to her portfolio. In this episode, you will learn 5 tips and tricks that you can apply to your own situation. Also, you get a little peek into Doryn's personal life and experience. Please follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates. And remember: It's NOT a crisis! Links to Products/ Websites Mentioned: https://www.writtenoutloud.org/ https://www.tiktok.com/ https://www.instagram.com/ https://www.picmonkey.com/ https://www.wix.com/

Amy Nobile is back for another episode, as she joins us again to discuss dating over 40. She touches on multiple topics - from setting up your dating profile, to figuring out first dates, how to banter, and much more. Amy is the founder of LoveAmy.co, a dating concierge that specializes in building entire strategies for dating. She encourages women over 40 to set up healthy expectations for dating, to communicate clearly and boldly and to analyze who they are and who they're looking to attract. Please follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

In this episode your host Doryn Wallach is joined by Atlanta-based therapist and speaker, and Founder/Director of Cultivate, Mazi Robinson. Cultivate is an organization which helps women cultivate joy, courage, and freedom in their lives. Her work focuses on helping women discover their true voice as they navigate self worth/self esteem challenges, relationship concerns, and life stage transitions. Join them as they talk about the midlife transition, identity, self-worth, purpose and other aspects that are important topics to women in all walks of life. Please follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Join your host Doryn Wallach as she speaks with Positive Parenting Solutions founder and parenting coach, Amy McCready. Positive Parenting Solutions Online is a parenting course that empowers parents of toddlers and teens with the skills to correct misbehaviors permanently without nagging, reminding or yelling. In this episode, Amy talks about 5 amazing tools you can use to improve your response as a parent towards your teen or tween's actions. Positive Parenting Solutions Course Please follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates.

Join your host Doryn Wallach as she speaks with Real Nutrition founder and director Amy Shapiro about balancing wellness and nutrition in your 40's. This is practical advice and not another fad diet! Real Nutrition is a NYC-based private practice dedicated to healthfully and successfully guiding clients to their optimal nutrition, weight, and overall wellness. They discuss healthy eating habits during quarantine, when to indulge, how to set goals, and much more. Click here to find Amy! Products/ Websites Mentioned: Further Food Collagen https://shop.furtherfood.com/collections/collagen-collection Nounos Yogurt https://www.nounoscreamery.com/ Please follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Join your host Doryn Wallach as she speaks with Amy Nobile, author of I Was A Really Good Mom Before I Had Kids and Just When You're Comfortable in Your Own Skin, It Starts to Sag: Rewriting the Rules to Midlife. They discuss hormones, self care, relationships, teens and how to make positive life changes. For Amy's Book, click here. Please follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates. And remember: It's NOT a crisis!

Join your host Doryn Wallach for It's Not A Crisis! This is a podcast for women in their 40's who are navigating the joys and challenges of midlife and learning to make the most of it! Each episode will feature a discussion with a new guest. Topics will include positive thinking, hormone health, growing with your partner, dating after divorce, and much more! You can follow the show @ItsNotACrisisPodcast on both Instagram and Facebook for behind-the-scenes content, memes, and updates. And remember: It's not a crisis!