Midlife Rules

In this week's episode, we'll be talking about ways to Change your Morning Routine. Do you spring out of bed in the morning ready for the day, or do you hit the snooze button until the last possible minute? Or maybe you're like me and you know that your morning routine could be a little bit more efficient. Today we'll talk about our old morning routines, as well as what we tried to change. We'll also give you a few must do things for a better morning, and a better day.

In this week's episode, we'll talk about Empty Nesting. If you've ever wondered what life will be like when the kids leave home, we've got the scoop for you. We'll talk about some of the difficulties of this major life change, as well as some of the benefits. If you're an empty nester, or soon to be, listen in and learn how we're coping now that our kids have gone off to college. We'll also have a few tips and tricks for those of you who are going through the same thing.

In this week's episode we're talking about Setting Boundaries for a Better Life. Are you always saying yes, when you want to say no? If so, you might have a problem with boundaries. Today we're going in depth about what boundaries are and why you should set some of your own. We'll also talk about the boundaries that you've already set and how they might not be working for you. Listen in to find out how setting boundaries can help you get the life you've always dreamed of.

In this week's episode we're talking about The Best Foundations for Midlife Skin. Does your make up game need a pick me up? Ours did. That's why we went on a quest to find the best foundation for our midlife skin. We tried several different brands and we'll give you the scoop on all of them. We'll talk about the pros and cons of different types of foundations, as well as how to pick the best one for you.

 Are you feeling out of touch with the person that you used to be? Are you feeling so stressed out that you don't even know what relaxes you anymore? If so, you probably need to take the time to reconnect with yourself. In this week's episode we'll talk about the many ways we begin to lose touch with ourselves as we get older. We'll also talk about how important it is to reconnect during these midlife years, and we'll tell you how to do it.

In this week's episode, we talk about Taking your Power Back. We'll talk about what it means to truly stand in your own power, and feel proud of the person that you are. There are so many ways in life that our power gets taken from us, or we give it away to others. In this episode we'll talk about some of those things and how to avoid them so that you can be the person you're truly meant to be.

In this week's episode, we're talking about Feeling Sexy in Midlife. If you're at all like me, you might be wondering, do I even need to feel sexy? Do I want to? We'll talk about why it's important to feel sexy, what it actually means to feel sexy, and how you can boost your confidence to feel your best. We'll also talk about how today's youth-centric society influences the way we feel about our bodies.

In this week's episode we're talking about How to Control Your Temper. I'm not gonna lie, I've got a temper, and although I've gotten better over the years I still tend to lose it on occasion. So if you have the same problem have a listen. We'll talk about some of the underlying reasons you might be losing your temper. We'll also talk about ways your temper can damage you and your relationships. Best of all we'll be giving you some tips and tricks to get that bad boy under control before it rears it's ugly head.

In this week's episode we're talking about the Benefits of Failure. That's right there are actually benefits to failure. We'll talk about what those benefits are and why they are so important in midlife. We'll also talk about what can happen if you are failure averse, and how, by seeing the benefits of failure, you can live the life you've always dreamed of.

In this week's episode we're talking about the must have vitamins for midlife women. We did a little digging and found some surprising research on which vitamins are important for women in midlife, and which ones you might be able to skip. Listen in to learn more about vitamins that can help with anything from dry eyes to menopause symptoms.

In this week's episode we're talking about Instigating Sex. Are you always the instigator in your relationship? Is your partner always the one making a move? Has it become more difficult in midlife? Join us to hear about our own issues with instigating, and to hear some frank talk about sex in middle age.

In this week's episode we're talking about Toxic Positivity. We'll talk about what it is and why you're probably doing it. We'll also explain how learning about Toxic Positivity can help you make better, more meaningful, connections with the people you care about.

In this week's episode we're talking about Hygge. Hygge is a Danish word that has no literal translation to English, but it essentially means comfort and coziness. We'll talk about how to bring more Hygge into your life, not only through home decor, but through actions and mindfulness as well. Hygge is popular for a reason, let us share some of our cozy habits with you.

In this week's episode we're talking about fighting fatigue in midlife. Are you sleep walking through your days using caffeine and sugar to help wake you up? You don't have to feel so tired all the time, and in this episode we'll talk about some of the mental and medical reason's you might be feeling so tired. We'll also give you tips and tricks to boost your energy and feel better.

In this week's episode we talk about Coping with Anxiety. This one was a game changer for me because before doing the research on this topic I didn't even realize that I had anxiety. We'll talk about some of the negative ways you might currently be coping with anxiety, as well as some of the more positive ways to cope. We'll also discuss our personal history with anxiety and where we are now after practicing some of these positive coping mechanisms.

In this week's episode we talk about self-tanning. I know, I know, you tried it a long time ago and turned into the color of a pumpkin, but self-tanners have changed my friends. We'll talk about why you should self-tan, which products to try, and how to avoid some of the common pitfalls of self-tanning. This entire podcast is essentially about making small changes in order to adopt big changes in your life, you probably think you can skip this one, but trust me, give it a listen.

In this week's episode, we'll talk about swimsuit shopping for your midlife body. We'll share a few simple tips and tricks that will make you look and feel better in a swimsuit. Let's face it, our bodies change during middle age, but that doesn't mean we can't look our very best during swimsuit season. Whether it's hiding your midlife tummy, minimizing your lower half, or trying to accentuate your best assets we've got you covered.

In this week's episode, we're talking about how we got swimsuit ready in 10 days. We'll talk about what it means to us to be swimsuit ready and how it's different than it was in our 20's and 30's. We'll also give you some of the tips and tricks we use to feel our best during swimsuit season. Whether it's diet, exercise, visualization, or body positivity we'll have you feeling better about your body in just 10 days.

In this week's episode, we'll talk about quitting sugar. We'll talk about what sugar does to your body, and (shocker) it's nothing good. We'll also discuss the results of our No Sugar Challenge, as well as talk about the challenges we faced trying to quit the sweet stuff.

In this week's episode, we'll talk about Feng Shui. Feng Shui is a huge topic and we'll try and break it down so that you can use it to decorate your home. We'll talk about the origins of Feng Shui and give you tips and tricks for using it to increase wealth, improve relationships, and much more.

In this week's episode, we'll talk about self-care Sunday. We'll talk about where it started, why it's important, and what types of things you can do to take care of yourself. We'll also talk about what we did on Sunday, and how we felt after a day of self-care.

In today's episode, we're talking about the top ten cognitive distortions. Cognitive distortions are the lies that we tell ourselves over and over again to protect ourselves.  We'll discuss how these distortions can cause problems in your life, and also how to identify and change them for a better relationship with yourself and others.

In today's episode, we're talking about the top ten fashion mistakes you can make in midlife. We'll give you advice on what not to wear, and more importantly we'll talk about the reasons why. We'll also give you some simple fashion advice that will help you find a wardrobe that makes you look great in midlife.

In this episode we talk about intermittent fasting. We'll talk about what intermittent fasting is, who should do it and who shouldn't, as well as the benefits and pitfalls of the practice. We'll also discuss our personal experience with intermittent fasting, and if we will continue doing it or not.

In this episode, we talk about acceptance. We'll discuss the benefits of accepting things as they are. This includes accepting your body, accepting yourself, accepting your past choices, and many other things. We'll talk about our own experiences with acceptance and how reaching acceptance can improve your life.

In this episode we'll talk about whether or not you're getting enough fiber. We'll talk about how much fiber you need, why you need it, and where to get it. We'll also talk about our personal experience with adding fiber to our diets, and talk about the changes we've seen so far.

In this episode we'll talk about tips and tricks for organizing your home. We'll give you our top tools for organizing the different spaces in your home, as well as talk about what not to do. We'll also delve a little bit into how organization can help you find your true purpose in middle age.

In this episode we'll talk about strength training in midlife. We'll talk about the importance of starting a strength training routine in midlife, as well as some of the do's and don'ts  of starting out.

In this episode we talk about letting go of the past. We'll talk about letting go of past trauma as well as discuss how letting go of old habits can change our lives for the better. We'll delve into some personal traumas from our own past, and show how our lives have improved after letting go.

In this episode we'll talk about our top ten favorite beauty products. We discuss our can't live without products and what we love about them. We'll also talk about how our skin and skincare routines have changed in midlife.

In this episode, we'll talk about journaling in midlife. We'll discuss the benefits of journaling, the different types of journaling, and reasons you may or may not want to journal. We'll also discuss journaling as a form of therapy and stress relief.

In this episode we talk about the benefits of doing art in midlife. We'll also talk about some of the changes we've seen in our lives because of art, and we'll give you tips on how to get started on your own art journey.

In today's episode we talk about de-cluttering in midlife. We'll talk about what de-cluttering is, and what it's not, as well as how to go about it. We'll also touch on some of the reasons why de-cluttering in midlife is more important than ever.

In today's episode we talk about bucket lists. We will share our own bucket list items with you and explain two different approaches to making the list.  We'll also talk about the benefits of having a bucket list and why you should make your own. 

In today's episode we talk about meditation. We'll talk about the many benefits of meditation, the different types of meditation, and the different ways to incorporate it into your life. We'll also talk about our personal experiences with meditation and the changes we've seen since starting a practice.

In today's episode we talk about whether or not you're eating enough protein. Protein requirements change for midlife women. We'll talk about how much protein you should be eating, why you need so much, and how you can add more protein into your diet.

In today's episode we'll talk about how positive affirmations can change your life. We discuss how to use positive affirmation to help change your mindset. We also talk about the reason why some positive affirmations simply don't work.

In today's episode we talk about how to have a healthier relationship with food through intuitive eating. Do you punish yourself for eating "bad" foods? In our discussion of intuitive eating you'll hear about emotional eating, taste hunger, and more.

In today's episode we talk about the ways we feel invisible in midlife. We also discuss the reasons why we start to feel this way and ways to overcome that feeling and truly define ourselves in midlife.

In this episode we talk about how to set your goals so that you'll be most successful at them. We also talk about different ways in which you can achieve those goals whether they are long term goals or short term.

In this episode we talk about de-stressing during the holidays. Your holidays might look different during the pandemic, but different doesn't have to be a downer. We discuss ideas for making this holiday season special even during difficult times.

In this episode we talk about stonewalling. We discuss what stonewalling is and how to react if someone in your life is doing this to you. We also talk about reasons for stonewalling and how to try and improve communication in your relationships.

In this episode we talk about the results of our no technology challenge. No phones, no computers, and no television for five days. We talk about the challenges and the major upsides of ditching technology.

In this episode we talk about the book, A Complaint Free World, by Will Bowen. We took the 21 day no complaining challenge, and talk about our trial and error in the process of becoming complaint free. We also explore the positive changes this challenge can have on your life.

In this episode we talk about how to avoid information overload in our daily lives. We also discuss some of the benefits of unplugging in midlife.

In this episode we talk about the benefits of sleep, as well as some insights into how to get a good night's sleep in midlife.

In this episode we talk about the results of our challenge to dress up for two weeks. We explain how the simple challenge of trying to dress better has changed our lives in a positive way.

In today's podcast we talk about the ways in which we are asking for permission to live our own lives, and how we can take our power back to start making decisions for ourselves.

In this episode we talk about the many ways we are too hard on ourselves and how we can be more gentle with our bodies and our minds.

In this episode we compare spontaneity and practicality and discuss the benefits of bringing more spontaneity into our lives.

Are you hiding? In this episode, we talk about ways we are hiding and how we can do better to live out loud and be our true selves.