Midlife Best

YOU are one of your “loved ones!” Mentioned: FlyLady's “Sink Reflections” and her stained glass intentional imperfections. Working out at Orangetheory Fitness is hard, but so far, it's manageable. Go watch the 1965 pilot episode of “I Dream of Jeannie.” Then go watch, “What About Bob?” --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/heatherbonham/message

Happy New Year 2023! Beat perfectionism by adjusting your mindset to be successful in the real world. Do you make resolutions or goals? The way to go is to set goals based on realistic progress steps. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heatherbonham/message

Updates and coaching. Lots of recommended resources! (High value for low cost or even free!) --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heatherbonham/message

You already know enough to take a step in the right direction. Remember to ask: “What does this make possible?” Referenced in this episode - Episode 100: https://anchor.fm/heatherbonham/episodes/Midlife-Best-100---How-to-Know-Your-Real-Priorities-eauk3b --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heatherbonham/message

Self care has become a trendy phrase-of-the-moment. It's important, but I think we've lost sight of what it really means to take care of one's self, and why we need to ensure that we do so. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/heatherbonham/message

Checking in, the state of education, and upcoming holidays. Referenced - Episode 33 - Thanksgiving “Rules” --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

What I’ve been up to since my last episode, and the importance of acknowledging our own feelings. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

I have a 30 Day (at least) new project! It's called "The Inner Creative." Here is the link for the new blog: https://bonhamheather.wixsite.com/theinnercreative You can find all of the new blog posts there. The podcast RSS feed is now up and running on that site, so the podcast episodes will be available there as soon as they are published. If you want to find them in your favorite podcast player, the distribution takes a little time, but it should show up any day. Just search for "The Inner Creative." --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

I had a crazy idea - and I tried it! I decided to walk a marathon, but not all at once. Did it work? What did I expect to happen (and what results did I get)? Would I do it again? Find out all about it in this week’s episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

My upcoming book is all about day jobs and dreams. They are not incompatible. In fact, you may find them working together to give you a well-rounded life. What’s your Next Big Thing? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Change your life for cheap - this episode will tell you how.  (And the FREE mini-course available on my website, www.MidlifeBest.com, is a great complement to this episode!) You can spend $2 or less, and make significant improvements in your personal life, your career or business, your relationships, your faith, your health, your finances ... in other words, any area.  It does not take much (if any) money, but it does take some effort. I share my tried-and-true recommended resources in this episode, and some of my backstory as well. Previous Midlife Best episodes mentioned: 041  "Do You Really Want to Change Jobs?"  https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/episodes/Midlife-Best---041---Do-you-really-want-to-change-jobs-e2v28b  063  "Quitting Well"  https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/episodes/Midlife-Best-063---Quitting-Well-e4chtn  099  "How and Why to Turn Down Job Offers"  https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/episodes/Midlife-Best-099---How-and-why-to-turn-down-job-offers-eaq6dd  115  "A Vital Step for Your Well-Being"  https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/episodes/Midlife-Best-115---A-vital-step-for-your-well-being-egofjc  116  "Get Unstuck Fast!  Unleash Your Creativity Today"  https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/episodes/Midlife-Best-116---Get-Unstuck-Fast---Unleash-Your-Creativity-Today-eh2hkl  Links: Website: www.MidlifeBest.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK1GDSSc2bYy9LfXyu6SjjQ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/MidlifeBest Twitter: https://twitter.com/bonhamheather Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/MidlifeBest Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-bonham-433b5128 Email: Heather@MidlifeBest.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

What’s your creative outlet? Do you need to get unstuck? There is a very cheap and easy way to unleash your creativity, and you can start today.   Today's podcast will remind you that you are a creative person, made in the image of a Creator.  You may have forgotten what you enjoy creating, or (more likely), you've spent a long time being "too busy" to create.  That excuse isn't good enough anymore. When should you start creating?  The time is now.  Move physically to jump-start your creativity, and you can enjoy a calmer mind and body, which helps you get back in touch with your creative side.  Tip:  Take a walk while you listen to today's episode! Website: www.MidlifeBest.com Podcast: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK1GDSSc2bYy9LfXyu6SjjQ FaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/MidlifeBest Email: Heather@MidlifeBest.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

You cannot be at your best when you are filled with fear and stress. You must look out for your own well-being during these times. You can guard yourself by curating the content that you read and listen to - and I have some great suggestions. Check out the MidlifeBest website, Facebook page, YouTube channel, and connect on Twitter. Also, email me at Heather@MidlifeBest.com. Related episodes: 056 and 069 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

I put on my educator hat, spend a little time in nature (bird squawking in the background!) and go back to this podcast’s roots, back when it was The Learning Coach. So - has education fallen apart? What happens in the fall? Is it worth it to pay $49,000 a year for virtual collegiate instruction? I’m a teacher and a parent - here are my thoughts. My first book, “Study Skills Survival Guide” is available on Amazon for just $2.99! https://www.amazon.com/dp/B07921JCSJ/ref=nodl_ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

When we take ownership of our decisions, big and small, we have more responsibility - but also, more power in our lives. Plus ... birthdays. AND - the updated website is up and running, with a free mini-course on the email sign-up on the Home Page. www.MidlifeBest.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Where were you in June 2015? Where do you plan to be in June 2025? A lot happens in five years. I reflect on some challenges and successes, and I encourage you to do the same. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Do the mind and body work together? Are goals and hope truly necessary for us all? Can we make choices in ANY situation that are honorable and right? In this book study, we are looking at several themes from "Man's Search for Meaning," by Dr. Vikor Frankl. You can listen to them in any order! Episode 109 - Week One - Theme: Humanity Episode 110 - Week Two - Theme: Goals Episode 111 - Week Three - Theme: Decisions Dr. Viktor Fankl was a psychiatrist and also a survivor of Auschwitz and other concentration camps. Through his work, he not only descried the conditions of the camps, but he explored the mental, emotional, and spiritual lives of the prisoners in a way that only a survivor could. He also created his own practice of psychiatry based on what he experienced and observed. We all make decisions large and small - but we may not realize their power. In this episode, I explore the theme of "Decisions" and the great power and responsibility that Dr. Frankl suggested we all have, no matter the circumstances. * Are you a powerful reader? Do you want to be a better reader? You can "change your life for cheap" when you really learn how to study valuable books. And here's the great thing about books: their tremendous value to you, the reader, doesn't usually come with a high price-tag. In fact, great books are easy and inexpensive to obtain! Visit my website, starting in June of 2020, and get your FREE copy of my mini-course, where you'll learn how to do a deep study of any nonfiction book. www.MidlifeBest.com This material was originally published on the Midlife Best Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MidlifeBest/ The video episodes are also on the YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK1GDSSc2bYy9LfXyu6SjjQ/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=0 You can also listen to the audio on the Midlife Best podcast, available on many streaming platforms, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or through Anchor.FM here: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest Sponsorships --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

We are studying the book, "Man's Search for Meaning," by Dr. Viktor Frankl. If you're new to the book study, welcome! You can jump in at any time, whether or not you've read the book yet! You don't even have to watch (or listen) to these episodes in order. Dr. Frankl's book should be required reading in high schools and colleges. Even though it was written in 1946 (and translated into English in 1959), it's amazingly relevant for today's world. This book contains timeless wisdom. This week, we are looking at the theme of Goals. To keep hope alive, and to continue to stand strong in the midst of unimaginable difficulty, Dr. Frankl never let go of his goals. He saw the importance of believing in the future, both in the concentration camps and again later in his work as a psychiatrist. He was realistic about his current situation, but he never gave up on his goals. Are you a powerful reader? Do you want to be a better reader? You can "change your life for cheap" when you really learn how to study valuable books. And here's the great thing about books: their tremendous value to you, the reader, doesn't usually come with a high price-tag. In fact, great books are easy and inexpensive to obtain! Visit my website, starting in June of 2020, and get your FREE copy of my mini-course, where you'll learn how to do a deep study of any nonfiction book. www.MidlifeBest.com This material was originally published on the Midlife Best Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MidlifeBest/ The video episodes are also on the YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK1GDSSc2bYy9LfXyu6SjjQ/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=0 You can also listen to the audio on the Midlife Best podcast, available on many streaming platforms, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or through Anchor.FM here: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

We are studying the book, "Man's Search for Meaning," by Dr. Viktor Frankl. If you're new to the book study, welcome! You can jump in at any time, whether or not you've read the book yet! You don't even have to watch (or listen) to these episodes in order. Dr. Frankl's book should be required reading in high schools and colleges. Even though it was written in 1946 (and translated into English in 1959), it's amazingly relevant for today's world. This book contains timeless wisdom. This week, we are looking at the theme of Humanity. If you've endured life's bumps and bruises (and we all have), or even if you've experienced major challenges or loss, you'll find a sense of connection to Dr. Frankl's stories of the simultaneous strength and weakness of other human beings. Are you a powerful reader? Do you want to be a better reader? You can "change your life for cheap" when you really learn how to study valuable books. And here's the great thing about books: their tremendous value to you, the reader, doesn't usually come with a high price-tag. In fact, great books are easy and inexpensive to obtain! Visit my website, starting in June of 2020, and get your FREE copy of my mini-course, where you'll learn how to do a deep study of any nonfiction book. www.MidlifeBest.com This material was originally published on the Midlife Best Facebook page: https://www.facebook.com/MidlifeBest/ The video episodes are also on the YouTube page: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK1GDSSc2bYy9LfXyu6SjjQ/videos?view=0&sort=dd&shelf_id=0 You can also listen to the audio on the Midlife Best podcast, available on many streaming platforms, such as Spotify and Apple Podcasts, or through Anchor.FM here: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

The book study begins May 19th. Get your book now! "Man's Search for Meaning" by Viktor Frankl. This episode is an introduction to Dr. Frankl's background, his realizations and life lessons in a concentration camp, and 10 famous quotations. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Get your book now - the new series will start soon! It’s “Man’s Search for Meaning” by Viktor Frankl. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

The title says it all. Why? Listen in and I’ll explain. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

This episode was supposed to be about why you should start a podcast, but it ended up being mostly about why I have continued podcasting for nearly two years. Now it’s time for me to consider what’s next. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Online school, staying home, and keeping the faith. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Published 3/12/2020 --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Education is a roller coaster. I’m sure all helping professions can be like that. We have to remember that we can’t fix everything or heal every injury in the world, but then, we were never called to. Being a unique puzzle piece, and valuing yourself as an irreplaceable part of that puzzle, are enough. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

This week, I share my reflections on midlife and enjoying different stages of the career path. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

You’ve heard the question, “What do you love to do so much that you’d work for free?” I have a new perspective. Referenced in this podcast - Episode 038. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Are you job hunting? If so, you want lots of interviews and multiple offers. I’ve been there and had to make those tough decisions. I share the reasoning in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Midlife Best Book Club - We are wrapping up our study of "How to Win Friends and Influence People," by Dale Carnegie. - If you need to brush up on your leadership skills (and I think we all do), Carnegie has plenty of suggestions and tips.   - Throughout this book study, we've been studying  a diversified tool kit for working with people.  Each of these tools may not work in every situation, but it's good to have them when you need them.   - Whether or not you have employees, you do have influence, and you will encounter situations that require you to be a leader. - The book club has been a great experience for me, and I hope you've enjoyed it, too!  I'm not starting another book study just yet, but you can still check out the Midlife Best podcast for new content. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Midlife Best We are reading "How to Win Friends and Influence People," by Dale Carnegie. - How can you find "fault" with someone else while still being kind and gentle?  (Similar to the Praise Sandwich or Oreo Cookie Technique) - What is a less-critical way to criticize?  (Hint:  it takes some creativity but it might be worth a try in certain situations.) - How can you let others know that we're all human and we're all still learning? - What is an alternative to giving direct orders?  (There's a time and a place for this key leadership skill.) Have a great week!  This book will wrap up with next week's episode.  Stay tuned! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Part of uncovering your Next Big Thing is to turn down the outside noise and learn to focus on your own personal work. There are plenty of gurus and experts, but you have to guard your time, money and energy. You already have most of your answers. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Midlife Best Book Club - How to Win Friends and Influence People, by Dale Carnegie Part 3 - How to Win People to Your Way of Thinking, Chapters 9-12 - What do people really want, and what will appeal to everyone you interact with? Hint: these techniques are simple, and free to give and receive. - What do movies and TV use every day (that you might want to try for yourself)? - What can you try when nothing else seems to be working (especially when you're trying to motivate others)? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

What did Socrates know that is so simple, yet extremely powerful, in dealing with people? How should you handle complaints in business? If you want cooperation from others, how should you start? What perspective should you be willing to take, if you want to make progress in your communication with others? Find out on this week's episode! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Want to stand up for yourself without arguments and frustration? Try these techniques first. Disagreements are unavoidable in life - and Dale Carnegie says we should actually welcome them! Why should we welcome disagreements but avoid arguments? And HOW can we try to accomplish that? Find out in this episode. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Do you ever wonder how to make a good impression?  Is there still a place for old-fashioned manners?  Whether it's personal or business, we all need to have the skills to interact and connect with others.  It's both an art and a science, and Dale Carnegie knew how to do it well.  In this episode, I share my thoughts about his very practical techniques.  Hint:  the 1930s was a long time ago, and we've changed, but the wisdom in this book is timeless.  This episode is based on "How to Win Friends and Influence People," by Dale Carnegie. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

I plan, but I don’t make New Year’s Resolutions! I’m trying a new plan system in 2020. And, I share two of my favorite - and FREE - online resources. The book club will return next week! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

1. What should we all do ... but only if we want to make genuine connections with other people? 2. And what’s a simple - but very effective - way to make a good first impression? Find out in this week’s book club episode. And I wish you and yours a Merry Christmas! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

What powerful point of view do most people miss? Why do people behave the way they do? How can we deal with colleagues, children, and farm animals? And my take on an important question: Is all of this just emotional manipulation? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Week 1 - Part One, Section 1. “If you want to gather honey ... “ --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Thanksgiving Week 2019 - Happy Thanksgiving! - No Book Club this week - but you do have time to get caught up with the reading! - Get your rest and take good care of yourself! - Practice Gratitude --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

The book club is back! We are reading, "How to Win Friends and Influence People," by Dale Carnegie. The preface is here. You can also find it on the Midlife Best Facebook page and YouTube channel. This is a must-read book! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Who do you really serve at your job or with your business? Are you catering to the “right” audience? --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

"How to Win Friends and Influence People," by Dale Carnegie. Get it now. This book is going to continue to change lives. There's a reason it's been a best seller for over 80 years! --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Book #2 will be How to Win Friends and Influence People by Dale Carnegie. Why am I starting the book club again now when I said I was taking a break? Find out on this episode. Interpersonal skills are vital to any business or career path. Get your copy of the book now and be ready to start in November. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Musings and a Native American tale. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

This is the audio of Week 4 of the book club, which is hosted on the Midlife Best Facebook page.  It was a fun experiment!  Let me know what books you would like to study in the future.  I'm focusing on writing for the next month or two, but I would like to do the book club again in the future. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

We are studying “The Big Leap,” by Gay Hendricks. What books should we do in the future? Email me at Heather@MidlifeBest.com --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Book Club Week 2 - September 29, 2019 Are you living in your "Zone of Genius"?  Do you want to figure out what that even means? We are studying the book, "The Big Leap," by Gay Hendricks. Meet us on Facebook at the Midlife Best page for the LIVE club. https://www.facebook.com/MidlifeBest https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCK1GDSSc2bYy9LfXyu6SjjQ September 22 - October 13, 7 pm Eastern. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

What’s your genius? You probably already know. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message

Do you want to spend your time doing the work that is most suited to you? Do you want to figure out what that work really is? Join us for the Midlife Best Book Club. We are reading "The Big Leap" by Gay Hendricks. This episode is a replay of the Facebook Live from 9/22/19, covering the Intro. and Chapter One. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/midlifebest/message