THE EASY AGING® SHOW | Aging Gracefully, Midlife Energy, Faith-Based Fulfillment, Empty Nester, Retirement

Hey Easy Ager, It's been a while, hasn't it? (I've missed you!) Though this is the final episode for "The Easy Aging® Show," it's not the end of Easy Aging®. Take a listen to get the scoop on where I've been and how you can keep up with Easy Aging® so you don't miss a thing. Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Today's episode is all about me (heh!).  As the title says, I'm taking a sabbatical to figure out what's next, what's working and what's not. I've always found it easier to see the big picture when you take a step back. I'll give you the whole story and leave you with some encouragement if you're going through something similar. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Today, we're talking about your midlife purpose again.  While the previous episode (episode 122) gave you a new perspective on taking risks, this episode focuses on how a simple, one-word question can help you unlock your purpose for this phase of life.  I'll give you three benefits of asking this question, and leave you with a two-minute exercise to do during the week to get more clarity on your midlife purpose. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey there, Easy Ager, Finding your midlife purpose can be a bit of a “trial and error” experiment… And it may feel scary to take risks to figure it all out. That's why today's episode focuses on three ways you can think about taking chances to find your purpose and enjoy more meaning and fulfillment in life.  So. Worth. It! Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Happy New Year, Easy Ager! If you're ready for a new start at any time of the year, this episode will hit the spot. Today, I'm talking about four lessons I learned last year and a few things I'm planning for this upcoming year. I'll leave you with tips on how to take my lessons and make them your own so you can create an extraordinary year of fulfillment, blessings, and peace. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey Easy Ager,  This is the fourth and final episode in the Refresh Your Year series. Today's episode offers a quick review of the series and leaves you with a lovely list of questions to help you close out the year so you can move into next year with vim and vigor. Here's a link to your PDF — Enjoy! List of Questions Don't forget to SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... And become an Easy Aging® Insider at http://TheEasyAgingShow.com. See ya there! Cheers, Z

Hey there, Easy Ager, This is the third episode in the Refresh Your Year series. If you're wondering why things feel a little blah lately, it could be that you don't have enough midlife awe and wonder. Approaching life with a new level of awe, wonder and curiosity gets you out of your rut and opens you up to possibilities. Today's episode will help you focus on your own "awe-and-wonder time" so you can explore new thoughts and ideas that can ultimately lead you to your purpose. Ooh, midlife fulfillment is on its way!  Take a listen and be sure to SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend. Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, This is the second episode in the series, Refresh Your Year. Today, I'm talking about a simple (ridiculously simple!) midlife hack that's going to help you get — and keep — your momentum as you march toward your goal. You're going to have an "aha" moment when you understand why it's so effective... Then you're going to start setting and hitting your midlife goals with ease. Pretty exciting, isn't it? Take a listen and be sure to SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend. Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Are you ready to refresh your upcoming year with values-based goals that are fulfilling and joyful? Oh, I hope so! Because taking the time to discover your top midlife values is one of the most beautiful gifts you can give yourself. It means you know who you are and where you're going... So you can confidently embrace what's important to you, and leave the rest behind. This is the first episode in a series designed to set you up for success in the new year. Take a listen and be sure to SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend. Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, If you're looking for a simple process to keep the peace during family gatherings, this episode is for you. In it, I'll give you two steps to help you manage your emotions with those opinionated relatives who get under your skin. Even if this isn't you, take a listen and SHARE THIS EPISODE with a family member who needs to hear it... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, The midlife growth process is full of ups and downs... So today's episode is designed to encourage you on your journey and offer you a couple of thoughts to consider as you move forward on this transformational path. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Stuck.  That's how I've been feeling lately. Just...stuck. It happens to all of us, but you get to choose how you go through it. So today, I'm going to tell you about my process when I feel stuck, then give you some insight on how I depend on my faith to get me through these times. I'll leave you with a couple of questions so you can figure our your own process before you feel stuck or frustrated or discouraged with your circumstances. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, As an Easy Ager, you know that your brain is your best anti-aging tool... And that your mindset establishes the tone for everything in your life. Midlife gets significantly more interesting when you go through it with a growth mindset. So in today's episode, I'm going to give you a few of the attributes of a growth mindset, then I'll leave you with four simple ways to cultivate this mindset for yourself. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey there, Easy Ager, Midlife brings so many decisions -- career changes, becoming an empty nester, retirement, caring for your parents, etc. Do you sometimes feel overwhelmed? If that's the case, today's episode is for you. In it, I'm introducing Six Hats Thinking.  This simple but effective method will help you look at a situation from all angles so you can make the best, most informed decisions possible, quickly and easily. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Disappointment is a part of living life... And your perspective on it can be the difference between a little downtime to regroup and a huge emotional mountain to climb. Today, I'm going to share three ways to handle disappointment in midlife so you can get through it and bounce back faster than ever before. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Let's face it: Midlife clarity can sometimes be elusive. But getting clarity is essential to living a rich, fulfilling life. If you're not clear on what you want, life feels fuzzy and ambiguous… And worst of all, meh. Today, I'll be giving you three simple life hacks to help you get clarity on what's next for you in midlife. I'll offer you some examples, then I'll leave you with a couple of exercises to help you get the clarity you need so you can start exploring and experimenting with the things that make your heart sing. How cool is that?! Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager,  If you're looking for the secret to successfully navigating midlife, this episode is for you. Going after excellence in two areas of your life — your mindset and your spirituality — can be a gamechanger in whether or not you live with more ease and grace (and, of course, more fun!) So today, I'm offering you some food for thought and I'm leaving you with a challenge for the upcoming week. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey there, Easy Ager, Looking for a dose of midlife creativity to put a spring back in your step? Then this episode is for you! Today, we'll take a look at three key things that creativity enhances in your life and the one advantage that midlifers have over the youngsters. (Yeah!)  And I'll leave you with five simple ways that you can incorporate more creativity into your daily life. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Sometimes, living a bigger life feels overwhelming... But it doesn't have to be. In today's episode, I'll be using a scene from The Marvelous Mrs. Maisel as inspiration for living a bigger life. Throughout the series, she was crystal clear on her passion and went after her stand-up comedy career with gusto... And you can do the same. I'll leave you with a three-step process to help you get midlife clarity so you can step into that bigger life that you know is waiting for you.  Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Midlife relationships can put a spark into daily living. That's because relationships are the spice of life and without it, things can feel kind of meh. By evaluating this one area of your relationship mindset, you can kick one or all of your relationships into high gear, pretty quickly. And how lovely does that sound? Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, I'm so happy you're joining me today. I love midlife methods that can make my days more productive in fewer hours. Yep, I said fewer hours. Once you have an effective framework for your day, you'll get through your important — and less important — tasks with ease. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey there, Easy Ager, I'm so excited about today's show! Understanding this one concept can dramatically affect your midlife outlook. Once you understand how the meaning you choose impacts your viewpoint on a daily basis, you can make adjustments and start enjoying your life and your loved ones more thoroughly. I'll give you a couple of examples of how meanings affect your mindset, and I'll leave you with a fun-sized action so you can discover how the meanings you've chosen over the years are affecting you now. This is a really juicy episode! :) Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there! Do you ever have days that just feel...heavy? Days when even the smallest, most mundane tasks feel like you're climbing a mountain or slogging through a swamp? Today's show will help you adjust your midlife mindset with 3 simple steps. They may be small individually but together, they're powerful so you can start living a lighter, more peaceful life. Immediately! Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey there, Are you looking for a way to energize yourself during midlife and beyond? Today, I'm giving you not one but THREE simple ways to rev up your mind, body and spirit after 40 so you can take charge of your life. Best of all, each fun-sized action only takes 2 minutes a day (that's 6 minutes total!).  Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, In today's show, I'm talking about why small, bite-sized nuggets of action (fun-sized actions) are so successful in midlife. Understanding why the actions work, as well as understanding how your brain responds to these beautiful little nuggets of goodness, gives you a new perspective on the way you approach setting goals and creating new habits. Once you understand the why and the how, you'll be able to dive in and begin applying fun-sized actions to your own life, starting today. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey Easy Ager, This may be a replay but it's a juicy one! Today, I'm talking about an idea that can hamper your midlife efforts to discover what you really want at this point in your life. This toxic concept plagued me throughout my 20s but once I released it, life started falling into place more easily. Also, Midlifer, I'm going to give you a fun-sized action that you can begin using immediately. This one little question will provide insight and clarity on what makes your heart sing. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey Easy Ager, Today's episode is about a simple but effective way to stay on track with your midlife goals. It's easy to implement (almost too easy!), and you'll be surprised at how quickly you start seeing results. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, If you want to improve your midlife relationships, this episode is for you. Today, we're taking a look at the five love languages. Knowing your love language and the love languages of the important people in your life means you can love and care for each other in the ways that make you feel fully valued and cherished. I'll explain what each love language is, give a few examples and leave you with a link to a quiz so you can discover what your top love language is. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey Easy Ager, If you want to get the most out of your relaxation time, this episode is for you! While midlife relaxation may seem pretty straightforward, there are some nuances to it that are worthwhile to examine. In today's episode, I'll be giving you one key reason to work relaxation into your day, and I'll leave you with a simple, four-step process to help you discover which relaxing activities are best for you. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Overwhelm. What fun, right?

Hi Easy Ager, Ooh, I'm so glad you're listening today... Today's episode is a juicy one! It's all about living midlife with an abundance mindset. If you can grab onto this concept and start applying it regularly, you're going to see significant changes happening in your life. Cool, right?

Hey there, Easy Ager, Have you ever wondered why you don't achieve your goals or fulfill your dreams? Today's episode is going to give you some insight on that and help you live your dream before you actually get there. I'm going to tell you the main reason dreams don't come true and give you three steps to practice so you can make your dream life real, starting today! Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Walking is one of the easiest ways to take care of your beautiful body. You just lace up your tennis shoes and walk out your front door. This simple little exercise packs a punch when it comes to health benefits: It improves bone density, strengthens your heart, relaxes your mind and helps with pain management and building muscles in your body. Whether you're a novice or an experienced walker, today's episode is for you. You'll learn how many steps benefit you most, depending on your age, as well as details about the speed and intensity of your steps and inexpensive ways to count your steps. And I'll leave you with a simple way to start increasing your daily step count so you can enjoy maximum health and longevity benefits. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Looking for more clarity on who you are in midlife? Then this episode is for you! Today, you'll learn the difference between your midlife identity and the role you're in. You'll also understand why it's important not to confuse the two, and you'll leave with a simple tip on how to strengthen your identity on a regular basis. Best of all, this fun-sized action can be implemented immediately! Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, 100 episodes -- Can you believe it?! Today, I'm sharing a recent move I've made, discussing some of my lessons learned and how they may help you too, and getting a glimpse into what's coming up in the next few months. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Ah, midlife memory -- Isn't it fun? You know what I'm talking about... Like walking into a room and forgetting why you went in there... Or trying to remember someone's phone number (though with smart phones, it seems like all ages are having that issue).

Hey there, Easy Ager, Living a creative life isn't as difficult as you may think. It really gets down to being consistent with your creative practice and following a few simple steps. In this episode, I'm giving you a 4-step process to help you live a more creative life. Do this for a while, and you're going to be amazed at how your midlife creativity becomes a natural part of daily living. So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Regret-free living. Isn't that music to your ears? To think that you can live a life without the pain of regret for what you did or didn't do. Today, we're taking a look at the top 5 regrets of the dying and discovering what we can do now to avoid having those regrets. ‌So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, I'm in the midst of a wicked cold

Hi Easy Ager, One thing that's guaranteed in life is change. People think things slow down in midlife but the reality is, there's a ton of change going on during these years. If you can master these changes successfully, you'll be ahead of the pack in getting through them with poise and grace. Today, I'll talk about a part of life transitions that we sometimes forget, and I'll leave you with 3 things to help you go through these changes with more peace and tranquility. So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Don't you think it's time to put some PIZZAZZ into midlife? If you find yourself nodding, check out this episode on how to rev up your discipline simply by adding the right tools that are perfect for you. Because once you have them, you'll start getting the upper hand on those midlife goals and habits that may have been eluding you. So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey there, Easy Ager, Ready to make midlife interesting again? Then this episode is for you. It's all about two quick and easy ways to get a new midlife perspective so you can enjoy more enthusiasm about life on a daily basis. How fun does that sound?! Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, If you want a simpler way to manage your midlife To-Do lists, this episode is for you. In it, I'm explaining what a Kanban board is, giving you a couple of examples of how to use it, and leaving you with 2 tips to help you manage your own Kanban board as you take charge of your tasks and start kicking them to the curb with ease. How delightful does that sound? :) Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Whether you're an avid multitasker or not, you're going to want to hear this episode. In it, I tell you all about multitasking, why it doesn't actually exist and 3 fun-sized actions you can take to tame your midlife multitasking tendencies. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, Today's episode centers around a phrase that can help you get significant midlife clarity... Because the it's the "little things" that add up to create the "big things" in your life. You'll get new perspective on how to evaluate your own "little things" so you can start enjoying more midlife fulfillment on a daily basis. Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, If you want to add a little “oomph” to your midlife habits, creating rituals could be just what you're looking for. Rituals make habits or routines more thoughtful and more meaningful. They're things you want to do, instead of being one more thing you have to do. Today, I'm talking about what rituals are, give you a few examples, and leave you with a 3-step process so you can create your own rituals that will have you crushing your habits with ease. So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, How much midlife energy would you have if you did fewer things during your day? If you find that question inviting, today's episode on the 80/20 Rule is definitely for you. Once you understand how the 80/20 Rule works, you can start applying it in your life with ease.  It's surprisingly simple, but so effective! So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, If you want to get your midlife creativity going fast, you're going to love today's episode. This exercise is designed to help you get clarity on what's going on inside your big, beautiful brain and heart... Plus, it's fun! So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi there, Easy Ager, Ah, getting offended. It seems like there's a lot of that going around these days, doesn't it? Whether you get offended easily or it's a rare occurrence, today's episode is for you. I'll explain what happens when you take offense, and give you a couple of ideas to help you resolve this "being offended" thing. So take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hey there, Easy Ager, Midlife should be a beautiful time of life, a time to stop and smell the roses, enjoy a leisurely cup of tea and relax into your day with grace and ease. But if rushing around and feeling like there aren't enough hours in the day are your "normal," words like leisurely, relax, grace and ease may sound like a pipedream. Today's episode gives you an overview of the slow living movement and how it can impact your day with one huge benefit that will let you take a big, deep sigh of contentment. Ahhhh... Take a listen, then SHARE THIS EPISODE with a friend... Cheers, Z

Hi Easy Ager, If you're struggling to create new midlife habits, this episode is for you. Today, I'm going to give you a simple formula that will help you enjoy the process of defining and creating new habits.... Wouldn't that be nice for a change?