Jean Macdonald's Podcast

In this captivating episode, I chat with Cassie Lewis, a unique Independent Financial Advisor who expertly balances her career with the realities of raising school-age children and managing family life.Cassie delves into the world of Individual Savings Accounts (ISAs), revealing how they offer a rare chance to outpace inflation, avoid taxes, and secure income for our retirement years.After you have listened to the interview, there are some charts and documents which further explain this way out of the savings trap. They take a bit of time and concentration to read but are well worth the effort.Here is link to some simple charts and documents that Cassie has provided about the benefits to you of setting up an ISA  https://drive.google.com/drive/folders/1FEhq00rwy0wJTKIrofzxuhW9M6Akf4NC?usp=sharinglove Jean MacdonaldAre you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

We are moving ahead with our Expert Interviews for the More Money for Midlife Women event being run by the Midlife Butterfly Club.Vix Munro who is our Money for Midlife Women Expert, has done two interviews with me. The first one is about strategies for having more secure money in middle and later life. If you are a busy midlife woman we think you would find it more convenient and useful to listen to the interview multiple times on your phone as you drive, exercise, do housework or other things. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Day 3 of Spring Into Wellness with Stephen Leggett and Rik StevensAre you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Day 2 of Spring Into Wellness Chat Schow with Julia Riewalds and Johann Callaghan Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Day 1 of Spring Into Wellness Chat Show by Midlife Butterfly Club with Hester Bedet and Melanie Hill about Managing Menopause Concerns.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Welcome to the grand finale of "Divorce with Less Tears," the online event presented by the Midlife Butterfly Club. Join us for a transformative wrap-up as Shauna takes the spotlight with her presentation, "Creating Your New Life - Your Start Again Guide."In this empowering episode, Shauna guides you through the process of building a new life post-divorce. With warmth and expertise, she shares invaluable insights and practical tips to help you navigate this significant transition. Whether you're embarking on your own journey or supporting someone through theirs, Shauna's guidance offers a compassionate beacon to illuminate the path forward.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Welcome to "Divorce with Less Tears," the online event presented by the Midlife Butterfly Club. Join us for a unique series where we address the challenges of divorce with grace and understanding. On Day 2, Annie Den Hann, the Ageless Stylist, takes the virtual stage with her insightful presentation, "Living in the Gap."Annie delves into the nuanced aspects of navigating the transitional phase, offering wisdom on "Living in the Gap/Limbo Rules/Boundaries." Join us as she shares practical advice on setting boundaries and establishing rules during this uncertain time in a straightforward, relatable manner.Whether you're personally navigating the complexities of divorce or supporting a friend through it, this episode provides valuable insights to help you thrive in the midst of change. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Welcome to "Divorce with Less Tears," a virtual event hosted by the Midlife Butterfly Club. Join us for a unique online experience where we navigate the challenges of divorce with sensitivity and support. In our debut episode, Shaunna Lee from Start Again takes the lead, addressing the crucial first step in the divorce journey – the decision-making phase.Tune in to Shaunna's talk, "Do I Go, or Do I Stay?" as she unravels the complexities of this pivotal moment. With a blend of expertise and empathy, Shaunna provides practical advice and thoughtful insights to help you navigate through the emotional terrain of deciding the way forward.Whether you're contemplating your own journey or supporting someone close, this episode offers a gentle exploration of the decision-making process in divorce.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Anya Berry tells about her journey to Emotional FreedomYou will have listened to Anya talking about the work she does helping midlife women release the trapped emotions that hold them paralysed in later life.In this audio podcast, Anya talks about her own journey to emotional freedom from the events of her early life.She kindly let me interview her about her story and you can listen to that interview here.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Helping to free women who suffer from these conditions is what Anya Berry does. Anya has various ways she can help women to find and recognise these conditions.She kindly let me interview about her work and you can listen to that interview here. It is only 15 minutes long and you listen to it on your phone while doing other things.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Hello, Jean wishes you a Happy New Year and asks you the question.What will make 2024 different or better for you than 2023?Watch the video or listen to the audio track and hear what the answer is for you is.Happy New YearLove Andrea - MBC TeamAre you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

In the podcast episode 'Six Steps to Take Back Control of Your Life: Confidence and Image' with Jean Macdonald and Annie Den Hann, they explore the transition of teenage daughters into young women and the impact it has on their confidence and self-image.They reflect on how, as young women, daughters embark on the journey of finding partners, establishing homes, and starting families, often experiencing a shift in priorities. They touch upon the challenges and setbacks experienced during this phase, where earlier ambitions might feel distant and unattainable.Annie and Jean explore the physical and emotional changes that accompany this phase, including the impact of perimenopause on body shape and overall demeanor. They discuss the shift in roles as women transition from actively nurturing a family to a new phase of life, often marked by the onset of menopause. The conversation sensitively addresses the struggle to retain aspects of youthful confidence and the emotional toll it can take.This episode offers insight into the complexities of confidence and self-image for women as they navigate the evolving stages of life, shedding light on the challenges and transformations that occur, ultimately prompting reflection on self-perception and personal growth.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

In the 'Six Steps to Take Back Control of Your Life: Friends and Family' episode with Jean Macdonald and Melanie Hill, they explore how family and friends can sometimes become barriers that hold midlife women back. Delving into the complexities, they discuss why these relationships, often thought to be positive influences, can have lasting effects that hinder personal growth.Jean and Melanie shed light on how raising children can leave deep impressions, even scars, on both parents and kids that persist throughout their lives. They reflect on the truth behind the saying 'blood is thicker than water,' emphasizing how experiences shape us in profound ways, often beyond our conscious awareness.Examining the lack of formal training for parenthood, they highlight the absence of preparation for one of life's most significant responsibilities. They touch upon how our upbringing influences our approach to relationships, often mirroring our parents' attitudes, experiences, and blind spots.As individuals grow up, they absorb various influences, especially from their parents, yet there comes a time in young adulthood or teenage years when the urge to break away from family influence emerges. Jean and Melanie explore this transition, emphasizing the importance of a balanced separation that involves effective communication and cooperation between parents and children.This thought-provoking episode encourages a deeper understanding of how familial and friendship dynamics impact personal growth, highlighting the complexities and offering insights into navigating these relationships for personal empowerment and growth.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

In 'Six Steps to Take Back Control of Your Life: Love and Intimacy,' Jean and Shaunna explore the complex layers of love, guiding midlife women and everyone through a deep exploration. In this episode, they tackle the biggest hurdle faced by midlife women and women in general concerning love and intimacy: understanding what love really means.They talk about the many sides of love, its different meanings, and the ideas we've had since we were kids. They also look at how society, through things like books and music, gives us lots of ways to think about love. This leaves us interested but often unsure how to deal with it.They focus on the different kinds of love, especially romantic love, which is mostly linked to being young and full of passion. They discuss how overpowering young love can be and how we're not usually ready for it when we're young. Jean describes romantic love as 'nature's strong bond,' explaining why it pulls us in so strongly.Their fresh perspective encourages listeners to rethink what they think about love and intimacy. They aim to help people regain control and power in their lives."Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Welcome to the 'Six Steps to Take Back Control of Your Life' podcast by Midlife Butterfly Club, hosted by Vix Munro. In this episode, we dive deep into the topic of 'Money and Wealth' for midlife women. The first question we ask is, 'What barriers do midlife women face when it comes to money?'The quick answer to that question lies in the fact that unless midlife women were fortunate enough to have parents who were financially savvy, or encountered a rare mentor along the way (unlikely to be a schoolteacher), it's improbable that they had solid financial principles instilled in them early in life. Join us as we explore the challenges and opportunities for midlife women in the realm of money and wealth, and discover strategies for taking control of your financial future.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

We have launched our 'Six Steps To Take Back Control of Your Life' program, and our first episode is 'Health and Wellness for Midlife Women' with our guest expert Johann Callaghan.In today's world, our healthcare systems are primarily designed to get us back to work when we're ill – a crucial part of keeping the economic wheels turning. However, when it comes to dealing with chronic, long-term health issues, the story is different. The state health systems aim to have us back in the workforce, but feeling truly well is a more complex challenge, particularly when going through life stages like perimenopause. True wellness is about more than just being 'not ill'; it's a continuous journey of self-care and improvement. With the right approach to self-care, we can aspire to not only live long but to thrive well into our 90s or even beyond 100, a prospect that our mothers and grandmothers couldn't have imagined.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Join us for the fourth episode of our series, where we look at the future world of midlife women. Today's discussion is titled "The Future is Feminine, but Good Men Can Play Too,"  is audio track of the final BBC video recorded a little while ago. .Despite the changes that have taken place since then this podcast contains many thoughts and principles which are still well worth considering. Jean talks about the qualities that make women different from men and how by working together they represent a better hope for improving our society and planet for the better. While the title, "The Future is Feminine," may seem exclusive, Jean wants to make it clear that men are welcome to be a part of this movement, provided they're willing to cooperate in a way that is respectful to women. A few other things have changed including the naming. Jean refers to the programme she is evolving as Discover the Midlife Woman Within. This has now become the Midlife Butterfly Club and the Facebook Group has  been changed to Midlife Butterfly Club.   We are now at the end of our BBC series of talks by Jean and hope you will want to join and support us. You can find out how below.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Welcome to our new episode "What Money Type Are You?" with Olivia Stefanino. Our guest for this episode shares her journey in creating the "money types" emerged during a collaborative endeavour with her husband, a financial advisor. What started as an engaging twist on pension planning  evolved into a  understanding of the diverse roles money plays in our lives. Listen to learn how these unique money archetypes might apply to you. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Welcome to the next episode of Midlife Women Conversations with Jean Macdonald.In this episode, Jean cleverly uses a chess analogy to explain the game of midlife love and illustrate the characters of midlife men.  She emphasises women's need to make enlightened choices in relationships.Jean describes the Knight as characterised by his versatility and optimism, yet also prone to impulsiveness; the Bishop, a charming influencer who could harbour hidden agendas; the solid yet predictable Rook; and the gentle, reflective King who may mull over decisions. These portrayals provide invaluable insights into potential partners.Jean describes the challenges that midlife men face, including mortality, health concerns, and financial instability. By comparison, midlife women are blossoming based on their life experiences and refined networking skills. As women increasingly attain financial independence, traditional expectations are changing.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Have you tried Internet Dating and been disappointed? Did time-wasters mess you about? Did you feel rejected or ignored?Internet Dating has a bad reputation with many midlife women but has worked for some. Learn how to make it work for you. This is a recorded Audio Track from an online event run by the Midlife Butterfly Club. Look out for our next Online Event on a controversial topic to help and support Midlife Women.Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazine

Welcome to "6 Areas That Hold Midlife Women Back" podcast, where we dive deep into the challenges and barriers that can hinder the growth and fulfilment of midlife women. Join us as we explore the crucial areas that often hold women back during this transformative phase of life.We'll navigate through six key areas that commonly impact midlife women, unravelling the complexities and providing insights to help overcome these obstacles. From self-doubt and limiting beliefs to career transitions, relationship dynamics, health and wellness, personal growth, and more, we'll address the topics that resonate with the experiences of midlife women.#MidlifeEmpowerment #BreakingBarriers #UnleashingPotentialCome and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

Join us as Jean unravels the significance and relevance of the midlife transition, delving into the depths of this transformative era. Drawing from her expertise and experiences, she takes us on a thought-provoking exploration of the challenges, opportunities, and discoveries that await women during this pivotal phase of life.In this captivating conversation, Jean not only shares her wisdom but also highlights her groundbreaking book, "Love Sex and the Midlife Woman." From relationships and intimacy to self-discovery and personal growth, Jean's book serves as a guiding light for women navigating the complexities and joys of midlife. Her expert insights and heartfelt anecdotes provide invaluable guidance and inspire a renewed sense of empowerment for women everywhere.Prepare to gain a deeper understanding of the midlife transition and its impact on personal fulfillment, relationships, and overall well-being. Jean's engaging storytelling and profound observations shed light on the transformative journey that awaits midlife women, encouraging them to embrace their authenticity, passions, and desires.Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

Jean Reveals All with Sally - with transcriptThere is some background noise and the acoustic is not very good, so we have created a transcript so you can go back and check any part that you can't hear properly. "Sally: Um, so I want to talk about gender and your journey within gender? Yes. Um, were you always Jean? Jean: Oh, no, no, no. Jean only came along when I was in my early forties. Sally: Oh. Right Now, I don't want to guess about the midlife woman. Uh, but when Jean came along, were you ready for Jean? And so who were you before you were Jean?"An intimate and inspiring conversation between Jean, a courageous woman, and her supportive friend Sally. In this heartfelt discussion, Jean opens up about her journey of self-discovery and her challenges after coming out. Jean embarked on a new path as a midlife midwife. She discovered a calling to support women going through midlife crises, providing them with guidance, empathy, and empowerment during this transformative phase of life.  Here is the transcript. Jean Reveals All with SallyCome and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

In this captivating interview, Desmond O'Connor sits down with Jean Macdonald, an esteemed expert in the realm of midlife women and their unique experiences. Together, they delve into the profound topic of understanding what it truly means to be a midlife woman and the challenges they face, particularly in the realm of love.Jean's expertise extends beyond mere understanding, as she actively assists midlife women in their transition through tailored strategies and support. She reveals her approaches to empowering and guiding women during this transformative period, equipping them with the necessary tools to embrace their personal growth, embrace their desires, and create meaningful connections.Join Desmond O'Connor and Jean Macdonald in this enlightening interview, redefine the concept of love at this stage, and uncover the empowering ways Jean lends her expertise to women embarking on their midlife journey.Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

Too many suffer from respiratory and other ailments resulting from poor breathing. Are you one of them?   Not only does this cause discomfort now but can shorten your life. On the positive side better breathing techniques can help with Panic Attacks, Stress, and Anxiety.Jackie Brennan is doing a series of podcasts to help us improve our breathing and our health. In this first one Jackie gives us the background to better breathing techniques and teaches us how to deal with persistent blocked nostrils. Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

Do you know what a caterpillar has to go through to become a beautiful butterfly?Norma tells us the the Butterfly's  Story and compares to the journey we make to become a beautiful midlife woman.Norma Sherwin -is The Care Home Manager's Champion, She gives care to those who care for others.If you want to read more articles, watch more videos or listen to more podcasts about topics that affect and afflict midlife women, visit the Midlife Butterfly Club Magazine at no cost.     Just go to https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/magazineCome and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

Nothing Exceeds the power of an idea whose time has come.  Victor Hugo Is the new Midlife Woman an idea that is sweeping the world because her time has come?In 15 years this term has come from nowhere to become part of popular culture. Are midlife women a formidable force able to change our society for the better?Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

Maybe you would say, like many people, it depends on the circumstances. Maybe you consider yourself a waverer between Pessimism and Optimism?  Recently I heard the quote ‘Pessimism is for Lightweights'.  I didn't know what it meant so I thought about it until I think I understand it. Jean is founder and and current manager of the Midlife Butterfly Club and online Magazine to support and inspire midlife women to find and reinvent themselves.Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

Inspiration for International Women's  Day from a story from the Middle Ages.  The Canterbury Tales were published by Geoffrey Chaucer in 1400.  The tale of the Wife of Bath shows the wisdom of women both now and in the Middle Ages. Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

The Changing Face of Love & How to find Midlife LoveIn this stage presentation Jean reviews the three phases of love we go through in our life and how we find Love in the third and perhaps most difficult, which she calls Mature Love. She also talks about the different types of Midlife Men you are likely to encounter and how to manage the early stages of a relationship.To learn more about Jean and what she does for midlife women, please visit www.midlifebutterflyclub.orgCome and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

On 27 January 2023, a British woman Nicola Bulley disappeared whilst walking her dog by the river in St Michael's on Wyre, Lancashire, England. Some weeks later her body was recovered from the same river.  What can we learn from the way this case was handled? And how can police attitudes be changed for the better? Come and join the Midlife Butterfly Club for valuable videos, articles, and podcasts to inform, guide and inspire women in middle life. Explore our online magazine at no cost. Are you ready to unleash your full potential and overcome the obstacles that hold you back? Subscribe now and let's embark on this transformative journey together! https://midlifebutterflyclub.org/#membership

In this review of the Year of the Midlife Woman I have looked the progress we have made towards overturning abuse and discrimination against women in the UK as an example of a country that thinks itself progressive.  The main hope is the growing public awareness of the previously unacknowledged levels of abuse, discrimination, and neglect of the interests of women and hopefully a growing resolve that it should no longer be tolerated.   When we look east, we see a different story where the position of women in some countries is going backwards.  I believe that the cause in both cases is the same and it stems from fear among men about the challenge to their automatic right to superiority and power they feel from the advance of women.   I know that is an ugly description of the situation, but I believe there is plenty of evidence to support it. Nevertheless I think there are grounds for hope as well.  Listen to my Podcast and judge for yourself. 

In our final Emotional Release session Anya Berry takes us through some steps which enable us to take a more positive approach to looking after ourselves at Christmas. Contact Anya at anyaberry4@gmail.com 

Emotional Release from worries about Family & Friends at ChristmasAnya Berry's second session for the Twelve Days of Stressmas .You can join us at no cost for the Twelve Days of Stressmas  - see link belowhttps://midlifebutterflyclub.org/twelve-days-of-stressmas/

Emotional Release from Worries about Money at ChristmasAnya Berry's second session for the Twelve Days of Stressmas . You can join us at no cost for the Twelve Days of Stressmas  - see link belowhttps://midlifebutterflyclub.org/twelve-days-of-stressmas/

Progress Report at 091222  and how we are making all the content freely available during month of December.  

Emotional Freedom from Christmas. Most of our stress, fear and anxiety about Christmas manifests as negative emotion. We are very fortunate to have Anya Berry, who is an Emotional Freedom Coach, to take us through a process to release some of this emotion and stress.Watch the video first a few times to learn the technique. Then download the audio track to your phone so you can repeat the process whenever and wherever it is convenient to do so.  Video link: https://lovemidlifewoman.wistia.com/medias/516gz3zw90 

Meditation to do everyday in the run up to Christmas, or any time you need it.Jo Pigott has a background in Science holding a degree in Biomedical Science and was a Forensic Scientist for the Home office for over10 years.After having her children, she retrained in Holistic Therapies and have been learning ever since from sports massage, reflexology & reiki to aromatherapy & crystal healing and more recently trained a fertile women's practitioner.

Sue Williams is an Author Advocate and Expert in the Midlife Butterfly Club. She can help you overcome the common barriers to writing about yourself. In this conversation Sue tells the story of her journey from being a frustrated Civil Servant to becoming a successful author, product designer and writer's coach. 

Have you ever thought or said, ‘I could write a book about what has happened in my life'?  Many people do but few of them do anything about it. There are great therapeutic benefits in writing about your life, even if it never gets published in a book.  Sue Williams is our Author Advocate, and she can help you overcome the common barriers to writing about yourself. In this conversation she gives some valuable tips on how to get started.  Jean Macdonald founded the New Midlife Woman Community and has lately been building the Butterfly Club to support women going through their midlife transition. Most of her recent podcasts are based on interviews with Experts who she has recruited to be part of the Butterfly Club. You can get more information about the Community and the Club at https://www.newmidlifewoman.org/ 

Masterclass by Johann Callaghan - Health and Sleep Expert - for the Midlife Butterfly Club

Jean reflects on the continuing, crimes, barriers and indignities that women are subjected to in England on the occasion of International Women's Day 2022Some progress has been made by well educated middle class womenCrime levels against women and girls are going upRape prosecutions are going downPolice misogyny is revealed but little chance of cultural change - Idea- Why can't we have a Women's Police Service run by women for women?Financial pressures on working class and poor women  are increasingIgnorant and uncaring civil servants frustrate the good intentions of politicians

Changing Partners in Middle LifeIn this Expert Interview for the New Midlife Woman Community, we have Heather Garbutt who is a renowned Love and Relationship Coach. She and I are discussing one of the most important issues that face women in middle life. As we experience the midlife transition, we find our needs from our love partner change as we change. But not only are we changing, so is our partner. Too many relationships end in avoidable divorces or separations because not all options have been explored. If you wish to knows more about the New Midlife Woman Community and how it can help you, or someone you know, come and see us on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/newmidlifewoman and if you like what you see, then join the Community.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin.Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/

Getting Healthy for the Peri-MenopauseThis is first of our Expert Interviews. Philippa Bennett is a Nutritionist and Homeopath who talks to us about the physiological changes going on for us during the Perimenopause and how nutritional supplementation and homeopathy can drastically reduce the unpleasant physical symptoms of the perimenopause and unwanted weight gain. We also discuss what is homeopathy and how it works. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin. Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/

Recently Jan Morris died at the age of 94 after living a remarkable life both as a man and a woman. I would like to think of her as a role model for me and many others who are not happy being consigned to one or other gender by a narrow minded society. Jan made her transition when attitudes were more rigid than they are now and overcame prejudice and incomprehension by gentle good humour and being very good at what she did, which included writing around 40 bestselling books which inspire warmth and love from her readers. She will be sorely missed.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin.Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/

There is a formula or recipe for good communication with Midlife Men, and anyone else. In the first episode we looked at the first ingredient which is Attention. We look at tactics for getting and keeping a man's attention and adding the next ingredient which is Intention. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin.Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/

The New Midlife Woman Community aims help women overcome the obstacles and challenges that can hold a midlife woman back from taking the opportunities that are available to her in the second half of her life.In this podcast I describe the most common issues that women have to deal with in the process of freeing herself to be more in control of her life and to develop the lifestyle and love style that will suit her and her plans for the future.As a start I have chosen Talking With Midlife Men because many of the problems midlife women have to deal with are caused directly or indirectly by midlife men. These problems usually stem from poor communication and can only be handled by better communication.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin.Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/

The Future is Feminine is the last episode in my Pattern Interrupt series. It examines how we and many other working people may find things have changed in the post Covid-19 world. We may find our usual work opportunities have shrunk or even disappeared. How can we replace or supplement those earnings? And what are we going to do about the pressing demands of the ‘Money Machine’ for money we haven’t got? We look at a story of mice and men called ‘Who Moved My Cheese?’ and consider why women will be more important in wealth creation, management and leadership in the future, if they want to be. But they need to be ready to grab the opportunities. The term Pattern Interrupt come from Life Coaching. When a Coaching client is giving a lot of excuses about why their life is not as they would want it to be, and whose fault it is, the Coach asks an incisive question. This causes the client to stop in their tracks and look at the situation from a different viewpoint.The Covid-19 lock-down is having a similar effect on a large part of the population. In this series I help you look at various aspects of your life from a different point of view. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin. Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/

The term Pattern Interrupt come from Life Coaching. When a Coaching client is giving a lot of excuses about why their life is not as they would want it to be, and whose fault it is, the Coach asks an incisive question. This causes the client to stop in their tracks and look at the situation from a different viewpoint.The Covid-19 lock-down is having a similar effect on a large part of the population. In this series I help you look at various aspects of your life from a different point of view. In this episode we start with a quotation by Shakespeare about that much used and abused word – Work. Since the usual justification for working is money, we go on to look at the Money Merry-Go-Round. I explain my view of it and ask you to consider what the impact will be on you if it collapses, and how likely is it to be restored in its previous form?Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram. Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin. Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/

The term Pattern Interrupt come from Life Coaching. When a Coaching client is giving a lot of excuses about why their life is not as they would want it to be, and whose fault it is, the Coach asks an incisive question. This causes the client to stop in their tracks and look at the situation from a different viewpoint.The Covid-19 lock-down is having a similar effect on a large part of the population. In this series I help you look at various aspects of your life from a different point of view. In this one we look into your deepest private self at your hidden thoughts and wishes. There was a successful stage musical called ‘Stop the World, I Want to get Off’. Nobody thought the title likely to happen. Now it has! It gives us time to dive deep and assess our old life, and decide on our new one. 152Connect with Jean Macdonald on Facebook.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Instagram.Connect with Jean Macdonald on Linkedin.Visit my website for more info. http://lovemidlifewoman.com/