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Episode 09: How to Become Unrecognisable & Embody Your New IdentityThis episode is about how to become completely unrecognisable and embody your new identity.  In this episode, we explore:— Letting go of who you were (“die to the old man”)— A new reality and new experiences require a total new way of being— Installing a new identity operating system— Continuing to be the old you = creating the same experiences and patterns— 6 steps to become unrecognisable

Have you ever had a great song idea disappear before you had the chance to develop it? In this episode, we're exploring an often-overlooked part of the songwriting process: capturing inspiration while it's still alive. Building on last week's conversation about The Work Before the Work, we're talking about what happens when the first spark of a song finally appears. How do songwriters capture ideas before they slip away? What role do voice memos, notebooks, and unfinished songs play in the creative process? I share reflections from revisiting old voice memos, rediscovering early versions of songs, and noticing how a single song idea can evolve over time—sometimes becoming something entirely different from where it began. We'll talk about: why songwriting inspiration is often fleeting how to capture song ideas before they're lost why unfinished songs still have value how revisiting old ideas can unlock new creative possibilities why song ideas evolve throughout the songwriting process If you've ever lost a lyric, melody, or song idea you wish you'd held onto, these simple practices can help you capture inspiration and give your songs a chance to grow.

We've all done this at some point: built our sense of safety, worth, even our identity around another person. And when that person is gone — whether through divorce, a breakup, or simply the slow unraveling of something that used to hold us — the question underneath emerges: who am I now? It's this question at the heart of our session today. And we're not just naming the pattern here — we're moving through it in real time. You get to witness what it looks like to go from grasping to releasing, from needing someone else to finding what you truly need from within. This is what my client discovered in our session today, that what she thought she needed from him — the safety, the stability, the love — was never really about him. It's about coming home to her own, sovereign self. If you've ever clung to a relationship past its expiration date, if you've ever found yourself organizing your identity around someone else, or if you're in the thick of your own attachment wounds right now — this one is medicine. Topics include: The freeze response — what it feels like in the body and how to move through it How childhood wounds around a parent's anger shape our adult attachment patterns Inner child work — meeting the part that never got to express her shock and anger Why unexpressed emotion stays stored in the body and how to begin releasing it The difference between grasping for love and being held in love Bringing in the inner masculine as a source of safety, stability, and support Letting go of an ex without hardening your heart Grounding into the earth and pussy as a feminine source of nourishment What becomes possible when we stop reaching outward and find the ground within LOVE THIS PODCAST? Dive deep into Pussy Centered Living by joining us in:The Pussy Centered Living Community If you're ready to have Jenny personally support you in reigniting your desire, reconnecting to your pleasure, and creating relationships that get more passionate over time, book your Desire Breakthrough Session now. Connect with your host, Jenny Braxton: Instagram: @pusssy.centered.livingFacebook: Jenny Braxton Website: jennybraxton.com Loved the episode and want to show your gratitude? Share it with a friend or sister who would also benefit from this message, hit subscribe so you never miss a juicy & delicious episode, and leave a 5-star review so we can get the power of pussy out to as many humans as possible!

Die berufliche Veränderung steht bei uns allen irgendwann mal an. Immer wieder ist dies auch Thema in meinen Coaching Sessions. Manche wissen genau was sie wollen, haben einfach unglaublich Angst vor dem nächsten Schritt Andere sind einfach maximal frustriert mit ihrer jetzigen Situation, haben aber auch keine Alternative und wissen noch nicht, was sie möchten und wo sie überhaupt anfangen sollen Ganz gleich wo du dich selbst da einordnest, diese Folge von Power ON wird dir helfen zu verstehen Woran du erkennst, dass es Zeit ist etwas beruflich zu verändern Warum viele sich trotz Frust und Unzufriedenheit nicht verändern (selbst wenn sie wissen was sie wollen) Was hilft trotz Angst und Ungewissheit loszulegen Warum es den perfekt durchdachten Plan für eine berufliche Veränderung nicht braucht Hör rein und lass dich inspirieren. Schön, dass es dich gibt und Danke, dass du Hörer/-in von Power ON bist. Power ON! Deine Elisabeth ---- Jeden zweiten Donnerstag eine neue Folge von Power On Möchtest du wieder Priorität im eigenen Leben sein? Dann kannst du dich hier für meinen online Kurs: Hol dir deine Power zurück anmelden Let's keep in touch Lass mir gerne auch eine Rezension zum Podcast da. Danke, dass du den Podcast hörst, weiterempfiehlst und bewertest! Es ist immer wieder so schön, eure Rezensionen zum Podcast zu lesen.

How do you find inspiration when you don't know what to create next? As singer-songwriters, we often assume we need a clear idea, a finished vision, or a specific project before we can begin creating. But what if inspiration doesn't come from thinking harder about what to make? What if it comes from paying attention? In this episode, we're exploring the work before the work — the often overlooked phase of the creative process where artists gather clues, follow curiosity, collect observations, and remain open to inspiration before a song, project, or creative vision fully reveals itself. I share some behind-the-scenes reflections from my own creative season of uncertainty, including revisiting unfinished songs, experimenting with new creative possibilities, and learning to trust the process before clarity arrives. We'll talk about: how to find inspiration as a singer-songwriter the creative season before clarity gathering creative clues and collecting ideas why inspiration often follows engagement, not the other way around living creatively with open eyes, open ears, and an open heart overcoming the pressure to have everything figured out trusting the creative process when you don't know what's next preparing the soil before the song emerges If you've been feeling stuck, uninspired, creatively restless, or unsure what project to pursue next, this episode offers a gentler approach: stay engaged, pay attention, and trust that something meaningful will emerge in its own time.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode of Wellness Wednesday, I sit down as a guest with Merilee Merisic to dive into one of the most important conversations in health today: why we are aging faster than we should and what is actually driving accelerated aging at the cellular level.We explore how modern life has changed the trajectory of human health where chronic stress, environmental toxins, processed foods, and constant mental overload are creating oxidative stress and mitochondrial dysfunction that silently speed up aging long before symptoms appear.Most importantly, we break down why true healing cannot start with symptoms, hormones, or supplements but must begin at the cellular foundation first. Once the cell is supported, everything else begins to work the way it was designed to.Key Highlights:➡️ Why people today are aging faster than previous generations ➡️ The difference between lifespan and healthspan—and why it matters now more than ever ➡️ How chronic stress, overwhelm, and environmental toxins accelerate cellular aging ➡️ Why aging begins at the cellular level long before wrinkles or hormone shifts appear ➡️ What oxidative stress really is and how it creates “rusting” inside the body ➡️ How oxidative stress impacts energy, metabolism, brain function, and disease risk ➡️ Why mitochondria are the “powerhouse” of the cell and control energy, recovery, and cognition ➡️ Why so many people feel stuck despite doing all the “healthy” things ➡️ Why foundational cellular function must come before any supplements or protocols ➡️ The concept of cellular activation and why genetic pathways matter for longevity ➡️ How gut health, collagen, and mitochondrial support all depend on cellular readinessKey Takeaways:“The body must be ready at a cellular level before anything else can land.” – Kellie Lupsha“We were born with everything we need to heal—but we must support the systems that allow it.” – Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I dive into the power of your first 60 minutes, and why that small window quietly shapes your cortisol rhythm, mental clarity, metabolism, and motivation for the entire day. We're not talking about perfection or forcing a 5 a.m. wake-up; we're talking about intentionally designing a morning ritual that actually fuels you, no matter what season of life you're in. From setting your mindset before your feet hit the floor, to simple, science-backed practices like morning light, cold exposure, breathwork, and strategic hydration, we break down how to create a routine that feels good, sticks long-term, and sets you up to win, without the overwhelm.Key Highlights:➡️ Why your first 60 minutes directly impact your cortisol, blood sugar, metabolism, and brain clarity.➡️ How the first few seconds after waking can influence your mindset for the entire day.➡️ How your brain defaults to habitual patterns and how to take control of it.➡️ Why even a few minutes of natural light (yes even on cloudy days) can reset your internal rhythm.➡️ A simple habit that can boost alertness and energy without relying on caffeine.➡️ Why your body needs gentle movement early in the day and it does not have to be a full workout.➡️ The overlooked habit that supports detoxification, metabolism, and overall function.➡️ Why your first meal should fuel your body and not spike and crash your energy.Key Takeaways:“Make yourself before you sit up. You've got to be able to say, this is my intention. This is what it is. This is who I am.” -Kellie Lupsha“Consistency is king... It's about building a habit. And once you build that habit and your brain has that habit, that's the expectation of your body, of your brain, of your nervous system.” -Dr. Heidi1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I'm taking you right alongside me on a two-week journey across Europe with my mom and daughter, sharing the moments, the mishaps, the quiet discoveries, and the pure joy that comes from stepping outside your comfort zone. Whether you're already mapping out your own overseas adventure or just need a little push to start dreaming bigger, pull up a chair, grab your favorite drink, and let's wander through this together.Key Highlights:➡️ How I navigated jet lag, a dying phone, and the unexpected magic of wandering without a map.➡️ The century-old architectural marvel that completely shifted how I think about vision and patience.➡️ Why I traded bustling city streets for coastal highways and fell for a quiet seaside rhythm.➡️ A spontaneous dinner reservation that came with a surprising Hollywood backstory.➡️ Waking up surrounded by vines and what the French countryside taught me about slowing down.➡️ My quiet moments among fashion legacies, world-class art, and hidden garden escapes.➡️ Chasing dramatic ocean cliffs by land and sea in a place where every stop comes with a story.➡️ Why I'm challenging you to stop waiting for the “perfect time” and finally book your leap.Key Takeaways:“The two-week experience me in Europe was bigger than just the experience... bigger than just I had the time or the money to go away. It was the whole thing.” -Kellie Lupsha"I'm challenging you to go have more fun, to go live your life. Do something with purpose, do something with passion, do something you didn't think you could." -Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I dive into one of the most talked-about topics among women today: hormones, metabolism, and the changes that seem to appear out of nowhere during midlife. We explore why so many women feel frustrated when the strategies that once worked suddenly stop delivering results, and why there may be more happening beneath the surface than most people realize. This conversation challenges common assumptions and sheds light on a missing piece that often gets overlooked.Key Highlights:➡️ Why the midlife changes many women experience may start earlier than expected➡️ The surprising connection between metabolic health and hormone balance➡️ What many women are missing when addressing hormonal symptoms➡️ A personal story of discovering a completely different path to healing➡️ How chronic stress may be influencing more than you realize➡️ Why doing "more" isn't always the answer when your body is asking for something different➡️ The role of mindset, recovery, and nervous system support during this season of life➡️ How small shifts can create a powerful ripple effect for long-term wellnessKey Takeaways:"What you can do for your body and supporting the aging process doesn't have to age at that same rate... Don't just give it up that you're getting older. Don't give it up that this is just perimenopause. Don't just give it up this is menopause." -Kellie Lupsha"We're different people. I know we're all in the same clothes. We're in the same skin, but we're different metabolically and we have to meet the body where it is." -Dr. Heidi1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Send us Fan MailIf you lead others through uncertainty while privately wondering how to stay grounded yourself, this episode is the most honest conversation you'll see today.What happens when the person usually holding the space… becomes the one being held?This week, join us for a deeply personal episode of The UpLevel Podcast; the script is flipped.For the first time this season, our host Christie Mann fully steps into the client's seat and is coached live by her longtime mentor, dear friend, and master coach, Joni Mar.What unfolds is a raw, honest, and deeply human conversation about fear, leadership, uncertainty, and what it means to continue showing up in a rapidly changing environment.As Season 11 centers on stewardship, this episode offers a deeply human example of what it means to embody the work rather than simply discuss it.Together, Christie and Joni move beneath analysis and into embodiment—exploring anxiety around travel, leadership, safety, isolation, responsibility, and the emotional toll of living in a world that feels increasingly volatile.What emerges is a powerful reminder: Leadership isn't about having it all together. It's about staying human enough to remain connected—to ourselves, to others, and to the work we're here to do.In This Episode:What live coaching actually looks and feels likeThe emotional reality many leaders are carrying right nowHow fear and uncertainty show up in the bodyWhy grounding practices matter more than everThe paradox of creating safety while still answering the call to leadWhat it means to steward yourself while stewarding othersAbout Joni:Joni Mar, MCC, CPCC, CNTC, CTICFor more than two decades, Joni Mar has been helping leaders wrestle with a deceptively simple question: Who do I need to become to lead what's next?Known for her warmth, grounded presence, and ability to ask the question beneath the question, she helps leaders uncover the hidden patterns shaping how they think, decide, and lead. Joni believes the most powerful leadership shift is expanding a leader's awareness of who they are being while they lead because the hardest part of leadership isn't strategy, it's identity.A Master Certified Executive Leadership Coach and senior faculty member with the Co-Active Training Institute, Joni has been training coaches since 2003.An early contributor to the global expansion of coaching, Joni introduced Co-Active Coaching to the Hong Kong market and has spent more than a decade working between North America, Asia and Europe, bringing a deeply cross-cultural lens to leadership and human development.A long-time steward of the field, Joni now focuses on supporting the next generation of coaches and helping leaders bring greater wisdom, compassion, and courage into the systems they serve.https://www.linkedin.com/in/jonimar/https://www.instagram.com/joni.mar/

Feeling stuck with your singing voice lately? In this episode, we're exploring a creative approach to reconnecting with your voice through curiosity, experimentation, vocal harmonies, and creative freedom — instead of overthinking, perfectionism, or trying to sound “perfect.” I share some behind-the-scenes reflections from my own creative process lately, including experimenting with vocal layering, unfinished song ideas, singing with a different instrument, and how changing the creative environment can help the voice open up in unexpected ways. If your singing practice has started feeling rigid, repetitive, creatively flat, or disconnected, this episode will help you reconnect with the playful, expressive side of your voice again. We'll talk about: vocal freedom for singers and singer-songwriters creative singing exercises vocal harmonies and layered vocals overcoming perfectionism in singing how curiosity helps free the voice reconnecting with your natural singing voice using unfinished songs as creative playgrounds creative approaches to your singing practice how experimentation can unlock creativity and expression Plus, I'll give you a simple vocal exploration exercise you can try this week to help you reconnect with your voice in a more creative, alive, and pressure-free way.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I'm sharing a personal story that many women may relate to. For years, I felt confident in my health and fitness routine, but as I moved through my 40s and into my 50s, I started noticing changes that didn't seem to make sense. My weight wasn't changing much, yet my body felt different.I'm opening up about my own experience, the mindset shifts I had to make, and some of the lessons I've learned about metabolism, hormones, and overall metabolic health. If you've ever felt frustrated because what used to work no longer does, this conversation is for you.Key Highlights:➡️ Why the scale lied to me while my clothes told a completely different story.➡️ Why I finally had to let go of the outdated "calories in, calories out" mindset.➡️ The crucial breakfast nutrition shift that kickstarted my metabolic engine and helped balance my cortisol.➡️ The silent, frustrating physical shifts that happen during menopause. ➡️ Why managing your body at a cellular level is the true key to metabolic health.➡️ The essential daily habits I adopted to reduce inflammation and support natural, effective detoxification.➡️ My personal experience exploring low-dose hormone replacement therapy and metabolic support.Key Takeaways:"Calories in, calories out... it is the biggest myth that I need to help you get over." -Kellie Lupsha"Starting your metabolic engine in the morning is the most essential thing." -Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

If you constantly overthink your decisions, struggle to trust yourself, or feel stuck trying to figure out what you really want… this episode is for you. In today's episode, I'm sharing a real, unfiltered coaching session with a client who felt exhausted by circling the same questions over and over: "What if I don't really know what I want?" "What if I make the wrong decision?" "What if success costs me my peace?" As we talked, something powerful became clear: she didn't actually lack clarity. Her brain had simply learned to associate purpose, growth, pressure, and success with overwhelm. This episode is a behind-the-scenes look at what real coaching can do that endless researching, journaling, overthinking, and consuming information often cannot: helping you recognize the subconscious patterns, nervous system responses, and thought loops keeping you stuck. Inside this coaching conversation, we talk about: overthinking and decision paralysis fear of success and business overwhelm purpose vs pressure nervous system responses and burnout why high-capacity women struggle to trust themselves how coaching helps you move forward learning to stop circling and start making decisions finding clarity without overanalyzing everything creating a business and life that align with your values how to stop talking yourself out of what you want If you've been feeling stuck between wanting more and fearing what it might cost you… I think this conversation is going to deeply encourage you. ✨ Stuck to Activated MASTERCLASS: If you're tired of overthinking and ready to finally move forward, join me for my upcoming masterclass: ✨ READY FOR COACHING? If you already know you want support, accountability, and real-time coaching to help you stop circling and start following through, you can apply for Activated here.  CONNECT WITH ME:  Instagram Website Need a speaker at your next event? Let's chat. 

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, Heidi and I are diving deep into a topic that might just be the missing link in your health and wellness journey. If you've been taking hormones or peptides but still aren't feeling the results you expect, we're here to tell you why. It's not about doing more or adding another item to your to-do list. Often, the real issue is a hidden driver that blocks everything else from working properly: cortisol. Join us as we explore how to shift from a stressful, go-go-go "checklist" mindset to a state of true cellular activation and presence. Key Highlights:➡️ Why elevated cortisol might be silently blocking your health, hormone, and wellness progress.➡️ Why simply ticking off wellness tasks isn't the same as achieving true nervous system regulation.➡️ How stress hormones hijack your body's natural messaging system.➡️ The intimate, disruptive connection between insulin spikes and cortisol surges.➡️ Why peptides and hormones are merely messengers that require the right internal environment to actually work.➡️ Simple, actionable ways to become an observer of your thoughts rather than a reactive stressor.➡️ How predictable meal timing and truly savoring your food can transform your metabolic calm.➡️ Why consistent sleep routines and circadian rhythm alignment are non-negotiable for cellular cleanup and repair.Key Takeaways:"When we're just in a state of being and not doing... that's when we get the biggest downloads." -Kellie Lupsha"All those receptors, producers, hormones, neurotransmitters... it's a beautiful symphony and orchestrated by design system." -Dr. Heidi1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Send us Fan MailToday's podcast is from a Live Coaching session inside our Alumni program, Beyond MACROS101, where I sit down with Leah to unpack what seemed like a simple macro-tracking problem, but turned into a much deeper conversation about choice, ownership, and intentionality. We talk about the difference between actively making your own decisions and just reacting to life as it happens, and how that mindset shift can completely change your relationship with food, goals, and even yourself. If you've ever felt like you're “getting away with something” in your fitness journey, this episode will challenge the way you think about progress, flexibility, and personal responsibility.Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/408Follow me on Instagram and Tiktok!Links:bicepsafterbabies.com/M101

Feeling stuck creatively? Struggling with songwriter's block, creative burnout, or feeling disconnected from your music? In this episode, we're talking about how to begin again creatively — not through pressure, perfectionism, or forcing inspiration, but through play, curiosity, experimentation, and reconnecting with the desire to create. I share some honest reflections about my own creative process lately, the idea of creating a tiny summer creative project, and why songwriter's block may not actually mean your creativity is gone. Maybe the flow is still there — just buried underneath fear, overthinking, comparison, burnout, or the pressure to make something “good.” We'll talk about: songwriter's block and creative burnout how to start writing songs again reconnecting with your songwriting practice overcoming perfectionism in creativity why play and experimentation matter creating without pressure tiny creative projects as a doorway back into flow how to rekindle your desire to create This episode is for singer-songwriters, musicians, artists, and creatives who want to reconnect with their artistic voice and begin creating again from a place that feels alive. Plus, I'll guide you through a reflective exercise to help you imagine your own small creative project for this summer.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I get real about shiny object syndrome, that exhausting cycle so many of us midlife women fall into: chasing the next trend, program, or “must-do” thing, only to burn out, bail, and start over again. I share my own stacks of half-finished notebooks, the lessons I've learned the hard way, and the powerful shift that happens when you stop asking “What's working for her?” and start asking “What's calling me?” This is your invitation to ditch distraction, reclaim your focus, and finally build a life, your life that moves the needle forward.Key Highlights:➡️ How “shiny object syndrome” can keep us from living our best life.➡️ Why alignment with your values and purpose matters more than trends➡️ The importance of asking yourself, “Is this really for me?” before saying yes.➡️ How to prioritize long-term goals over short-term gratification.➡️ Why fun and joy are essential in creating a meaningful life.➡️ How social pressures and external influences can distract from your path.➡️ Ways to activate your health naturally and optimize your body in midlife.➡️ How community and support can accelerate your transformation journey.Key Takeaways:“The number one way to optimal health and wellness is to activate the body… You've got to activate our natural healing processes to heal the gut, to reduce inflammation, to heal your brain.”-Kellie Lupsha“If you're true in alignment with who you want to become, the life that you want to live… when other things come your way, you won't jump on the bandwagon.”-Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I'm reflecting on a life-changing return from Europe, where what started as a trip became something much deeper about time, family, health, and the way we choose to live our lives. I share what it was like traveling not just for myself, but with my mom in her 80s and my daughter abroad, and how that experience shifted the way I see “waiting” for the right time. This conversation is really about what happens when you stop postponing life and start actually living it.Key Highlights:➡️ Why my recent trip to Spain with my 81-year-old mom shifted my perspective on aging, health, and the legacy I want to leave behind. ➡️ Why we keep putting off our dream lives and how to stop waiting for the “perfect” moment to design your future. ➡️ Why the shared experiences with loved ones carry a value that no price tag can match. ➡️ How to notice when you have settled for “good enough” and the power of asking, Can I receive more? ➡️ The mindset shift that made me realize I did not have to trade all my time for income. ➡️ How a global shutdown forced me to rethink income, reclaim my time, and pivot into the online space. ➡️ Redefining a rich life as freedom, flexibility, and meaningful experiences, not just material spending. ➡️ A simple reflection exercise to see if you are actually enjoying your life and how to intentionally bring more fun into your week. Key Takeaways:"The memories, the experiences, the what we shared, that like cellular energy when you're together with somebody will never be forgotten." -Kellie Lupsha"Just take inventory of your life, take inventory of what you're doing, take inventory. Are you loving it? Are you having as much fun as you could?" -Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

I sit down with Scott to talk about grief, addiction, emotional suppression, and the long process of healing. We explore how unresolved pain can shape a man's identity, relationships, and sense of self for years without him fully realizing it. Scott shares parts of his personal journey through loss, sobriety, and learning how to confront emotions he spent years avoiding. This episode is an honest discussion about masculinity, recovery, and what it actually takes to heal.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 Introduction02:07 Scott's Personal Journey05:42 Living With Grief10:52 Emotional Suppression in Men15:18 Addiction and Numbing Pain20:44 Learning Emotional Awareness27:11 Masculinity and Vulnerability33:26 The Cost of Avoidance39:50 Recovery and Self-Reflection46:12 Rebuilding After Loss52:37 Healing Through Connection58:41 Final Thoughts and Takeaways***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Who or what gets your time?Someone shared with me that they once asked Coach Bear Bryant, "Coach, with all these national championships, is there anything you would've done differently?" He said, "Yeah, I missed my family."My friend said, "You mean you were so busy, you kind of missed them while you were working?" Coach Bryant answered, "No, I missed it." You know, this is one stage of your life between father and son. If you miss it, it's a one time event. Today I'm speaking both to you young men and both to your dads back and forth.God and your family are the things that are gonna last not only through your lifetime, but through generations. Consider doing these 2 things:1. Be honestly inconsistent. This means resist the temptation to blame or make excuses. Own your mistakes. Learn to trust the Lord and stop trying to control the world.2. Develop deep abiding relationships with each other. Profound friendships. Now this only happens through laying our life down for each other. You know, the thing about relationships is they can only be developed through shared history, and that takes time.Lay down your life for each other, and you will become best friends and mutual advisors. That's the dream and the goal to aspire to.May the Lord bless you and keep you.Jerry Leachman of Leachman Ministries is a favorite speaker at The Center's events. Along with being an associate Chaplain in The NFL for many years, Jerry has done ministry in Guatemala, Scotland, Europe and Africa as well as all over the U.S. He and his wife Holly have been on Young Life Staff and continue to be involved with Young Life here and also internationally.

What do you do when the way you've been creating no longer feels alive? In this episode, I'm sharing an honest reflection on creativity, artistic growth, and what happens when your creative process starts feeling stale — even when you still love what you do. Lately, I've realized I've been spending so much time creating about music that I've started craving more space for my own songs, artistry, and creative process again. This episode is a conversation about creative seasons, outgrowing old rhythms, reconnecting with your artistic voice, and giving yourself permission to evolve as a singer-songwriter and creative. If you've been feeling disconnected from your creativity, stuck in a creative rut, creatively burned out, or unsure how to reconnect with making music again, this episode is for you. We'll talk about: creative burnout vs creative growth outgrowing the way you create reconnecting with your singing and songwriting process allowing your creativity to evolve making space for a new creative season This is an artist-to-artist conversation about creativity, songwriting, and learning to create from a place that feels alive again. Thank you for joining me on this infinite journey of becoming.

In this special episode, Jim and Kirsten review the season and offer a way for us to turn to Thérèse of Lisieux for guidance on our own spiritual path. Resources: The transcript for this episode can be found here. The books we will be using this season are: Story of a Soul: The Autobiography of St. Thérèse of Lisieux, Third Edition, translated by John Clarke, which can be found ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠, and ⁠⁠⁠⁠here⁠⁠⁠⁠. St. Thérèse of Lisieux: Essential Writings (Modern Spiritual Masters Series), edited by Mary Frolich⁠⁠⁠⁠ Connect with us: Have a question you'd like Jim or Kirsten to answer about this season Email us: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠podcasts@cac.org⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Send us a voicemail: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠cac.org/voicemail⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We'll be accepting questions for our Listener Questions episode until May 15, 2026. This podcast is made possible, thanks to the generosity of our donors. If you would love to support the ongoing work of the Center for Action and Contemplation and the continued work of our podcasts, you can donate at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://cac.org/support-cac/ ⁠Thank you!

In this episode, I sat down with filmmaker Derick Fischer of Fishbowl Media for a live, no-script coaching session. After getting laid off from his corporate TV gig last November, Derick is officially making the leap from side hustle to full-time business owner—and he was honest about the messy middle of that transition. We unpacked his pricing, the systems he's missing, and the specific tools he can plug in this week to start filling his pipeline. Key Takeaways Your hourly rate is probably a fantasy until you track every hour. Music searches, call sheets, revisions—those "little" tasks add up to thousands of dollars in unpaid time per project. Cold outreach still works, but it shouldn't be manual anymore. Tools like BotDog and Perplexity can build your prospect list and start conversations while you're focused on shoots and edits. Lead with a low-ticket offer, not a video package. Free virtual tours, paid workshops, or strategy sessions get clients in the door before you ever pitch the bigger project. A weekly sales block on your calendar is non-negotiable. Without it, you're back on the roller coaster the second a big project wraps. In This Episode [00:00] Welcome to the show! [05:16] Meet Derick Fischer [07:49] Coaching Session [10:01] Biggest Frustration in the Business [12:08] With the End In Mind [17:20] Evaluating Cost In Jobs [20:52] Perplexity AI [24:36] Botdog AI [30:30] Having Systems In Place [35:21] Connect with Derick [35:57] Outro Quotes "If those costs are not being passed over to a client, you're giving away your time and you're giving away $1,500 worth of your skills." — Ryan Koral "You will forever be on the roller coaster, trying to find new client after new client, but without a system in place, you're just making life a lot harder for yourself." — Ryan Koral "Find the things that can run in the background, especially as a solopreneur, when you are the one responsible for everything." — Ryan Koral Links Find out more about the Studio Sherpas Mastermind Join the Grow Your Video Business Facebook Group  Follow Ryan Koral on Instagram Follow Grow Your Video Business on Instagram Join the Studio Sherpas newsletter  

Have you ever felt like you're trying too hard when you sing — forcing your voice, chasing a certain sound, or overthinking every note? If so, you're not alone. In this episode, we talk about how to find your natural singing voice — not by shaping or controlling it, but by learning how to let it emerge. Because your voice isn't something you have to create. It's something that's already there. You'll learn: • why forcing your voice creates tension and disconnect • how imitation and perfectionism can block your natural sound • the connection between mental tension and vocal tension • what resonance actually feels like in the body • how to sing with more ease, freedom, and emotional honesty This episode is about trusting your voice, releasing control, and allowing your sound to become more natural over time. Because the goal isn't to sound perfect. It's to sound like you.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I speak candidly and straight from the heart about something so many women over 40 are silently struggling with: postponing their lives. It's not about a lack of motivation or laziness. It's about losing touch with aliveness, that deep, purposeful energy that makes life feel rich, meaningful, and expansive. I share why waiting for the “right time” is quietly costing you your joy, confidence, and future self… and how one aligned decision can begin to reignite everything.Key Highlights:➡️ The real reason you feel stuck isn't laziness, it's disconnection from aliveness.➡️ “Later” is a slow leak draining your energy, joy, and confidence.➡️ Aliveness isn't the same as excitement, it's sustained engagement rooted in purpose.➡️ You don't need to feel ready. Readiness is a myth that keeps you waiting.➡️ Energy doesn't come before action. It follows movement and decision.➡️ Overthinking, people-pleasing, and normalized exhaustion quietly kill your dreams.➡️ One small, aligned step, even if it scares you, can shift your entire trajectory.➡️ Your comfort zone may feel safe, but it's where growth goes to sleep.➡️ High performers don't wait for motivation, they choose how they want to feel.➡️ Choosing aliveness now creates momentum in your confidence, clarity, health, and life expansion. Key Takeaways:“You're not unmotivated. You're not lazy. You're disconnected from aliveness.”-Kellie Lupsha“Stop putting life off. Start living like you are meant to live.”-Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Last week you listened to a real coaching session with Lauren, a financial coach working through competing goals, limited margin, and a jumbled mind full of priorities she couldn't rank.This week I want to give you something to do with what you heard.I'm pulling three takeaways from Lauren's session: one for newer coaches, one for coaches who've been at this a while, and one for experienced practitioners who want to sharpen how they see their own work. They look like three different skills. They're actually the same skill at three different stages: paying attention to what the client actually needs versus what you're tempted to give them.If you haven't listened to Part 1 and Part 2 of Lauren's session yet, I'd recommend starting there. You'll get a lot out of this episode either way, but you'll get more if you've heard the session first.Haven't heard Lauren's session yet? Start here:Part 1Part 2Learn more about the Money Made Human Peer Advisory Group.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I'm sitting down with Dr. Heidi to unpack a conversation I know so many of you have been quietly asking about. We're diving into the real reason why certain metabolic supports and wellness protocols eventually seem to lose their spark, and why chasing a higher dose or a newer product often misses the bigger picture entirely. We're sharing exactly why the internal environment you build before you start matters more than the tool itself, and how small, daily shifts can completely change how your body responds. If you're ready to move past quick fixes and step into sustainable, long-term vitality, this conversation is for you.Key Highlights:➡️ Why your body might eventually put the brakes on popular peptide therapies➡️ How chronic stress and nervous system overload can quietly block your metabolic response➡️ Why gut regularity and receptor health must come before introducing any new supplement➡️ The exact daily foundations I always tell clients to master first for optimal absorption➡️ What really happens inside your body when constant “food noise” finally fades away➡️ How to strategically fuel yourself when your natural appetite shrinks➡️ Why I always recommend looking past the scale to track what actually matters for longevity➡️ The far-reaching benefits of GLP-1 support that go way past weight managementKey Takeaways:“If you're not preparing the terrain… reducing that chronic inflammation and supporting the gut… then we can't expect things to just work perfectly.” -Kellie Lupsha“If your microbiome is dysregulated… it can't make a GLP-1 and it can't process a peptide that you're giving.” -Dr. Heidi1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

I sit down with Josh to continue unpacking what it really takes to rebuild self-trust after trauma. We dive into the patterns that keep him stuck, how past experiences still shape his reactions, and why self-doubt lingers even when you're aware of it. Together, we explore what it means to feel safe in your own decisions and how to start making shifts in real time. If you're working on trusting yourself again, this conversation will give you a clearer path forward.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Picking up from Part 101:12 - Why self-doubt still lingers03:45 - Identifying past-driven patterns06:10 - Awareness vs action08:32 - Feeling safe in your decisions11:05 - Breaking hesitation cycles13:40 - Practical steps to rebuild trust16:20 - Handling uncertainty18:55 - Reframing past experiences21:30 - Moving toward confidence24:00 - Key takeaways***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

Lauren is a financial coach. She knows exactly what she'd tell a client who was juggling competing financial goals with limited margin. She'd say: pick one. Prioritize. Stop trying to do everything at once.And yet, when it came to her own money (her IVF goal, her emergency fund, her coaching business, her serving job she was ready to leave) everything felt jumbled.In this Client Seat episode, I coach Lauren through what happens when you stop trying to figure out all the things and start choosing. You'll hear the exact moment her energy shifts from heavy and overwhelmed to clear and motivated. And I share something about my own coaching in this session that I would have done differently — because knowing a client well can be a gift, and it can also lead you to steer when you should be listening.This is Part 1 of a two-part session. Part 1 covers the goals and priorities conversation. Part 2 goes into Lauren's income picture and what it would actually take for her to leave her serving job behind.Get access to Part 2 here. Want to be a guest on a future Client Seat episode? Apply here.In this episode:Why seeing income as separate buckets keeps clients stuck in scarcityWhat happens when you stop trying to fund everything at onceHow Lauren's gut gave her the answer before her logic caught upThe chicken-or-egg loop that keeps big goals permanently on holdWhat I'd do differently in my own coaching — and why naming it mattersResources MentionedMoney Made Human Peer Advisory GroupYNAB

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I recently sat down to talk about something we've both felt creeping into our own health journeys: wellness overwhelm. Between the endless stream of new gadgets, targeted supplement ads, and conflicting routine advice, it's so easy to feel like we're constantly falling behind. In this conversation, we're stripping away the hype and getting back to the foundational pillars that actually move the needle. We'll walk through the few non-negotiables that truly support our bodies as we age, share how to identify what's worth your time (and money), and help you figure out what you can safely let go of.Key Highlights:➡️ How constant ads, trends, and health “must-haves” create a false sense of urgency that makes people feel like they're always missing something.➡️ The three daily supplements worth prioritizing (and the expiration trap to watch for)➡️ Why chasing perfect macros takes a backseat to prioritizing plate diversity➡️ The free, everyday movement habits that actually build lasting strength without a gym membership➡️ How to decide which wellness gadgets earn a permanent spot vs. collecting dust➡️ Using simple temperature shifts to trigger the body's natural cellular cleanup systems➡️ A low-effort morning ritual for nervous system activation (no ice bath required)➡️ Why shared movement and community often outperform solo routinesKey Takeaways:"Take one step forward. Change one new meal out, add one new thing, just integrate more fiber." -Kellie Lupsha"Diversity is going to build a more robust microbiome. It's going to feed the better strands of good bacteria... that can thrive and grow and protect you and make neurotransmitters." -Dr. Heidi1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Some sessions change you. Not because something new is introduced, but because something ancient is finally met, moved through, and reclaimed. This is one of those sessions. In this in-person coaching episode, I'm the one being guided by my coach and bestie, Cathy Walker. What starts as a simple inquiry into what it would feel like to live in wealth consciousness quickly drops into something so much deeper: a past life body memory of betrayal, a wound that has been running the show from the shadows for lifetimes, and a life-changing experience of total clarity. This session goes DEEP. We move through constellation work, parts work, past life healing, and the reclamation of power that was never actually lost — just given away. And what comes through on the other side is something I can only describe as a rebirth. I'm sharing this because I believe in the power of being witnessed in the deep work. Not just teaching it, but living it. Topics include: Wealth consciousness and what actually blocks it Constellation work — mapping the energetics of our closest relationships Hypervigilance and the cost of keeping an eye on everyone's moods Past life healing — betrayal and a wound that has run for lifetimes The inner masculine as the true source of safety and support Parts work — meeting the exhausted protector and the part that won't let go Reclaiming power from father, from husband, from the masculine What your soul was trying to learn — and what it means to finally claim it CREATRIX: Join us in the Pussy Centered Living Community for my *new* program Creatrix: Where fulfilling your deepest desires is both a path of personal actualization AND collective liberation Podcast listeners get a special invite: Join us for Creatrix Mentioned in this episode:Triggers as a Portal for Growth with Cathy Walker Connect with Cathy:Her Website If you're ready to have Jenny personally support you in reigniting your desire, reconnecting to your pleasure, and creating relationships that get more passionate over time, book your Desire Breakthrough Session now. Connect with your host, Jenny Braxton: Instagram: @pusssy.centered.livingFacebook: Jenny Braxton Website: jennybraxton.com Loved the episode and want to show your gratitude? Share it with a friend or sister who would also benefit from this message, hit subscribe so you never miss a juicy & delicious episode, and leave a 5-star review so we can get the power of pussy out to as many humans as possible!

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I dive into a conversation that reframed how I see fear, decision-making, and progress, especially for women navigating health, business, and everyday life. We're surrounded by more information than ever through podcasts, social media, and expert opinions, yet so many of us still feel stuck. Not because we don't know what to do, but because we don't trust ourselves enough to move forward.This episode is all about one powerful shift: certainty. Not as a personality trait, but as a practice of self-leadership. If you've been overthinking, starting and stopping, or waiting to feel ready, this conversation will challenge you in the best way.Key Highlights:➡️ Why waiting for a “perfect” block of time is actually the quickest way to stall your daily momentum.➡️ How constantly asking others for the “best” answer quietly chips away at your self-trust.➡️ The common belief that you need to see proof first before you can fully commit to your next step.➡️ The subtle ways your nervous system stays locked in tension when you're caught in “what if” loops.➡️ Why showing up on the mundane, unglamorous days is where real, lasting progress actually lives.➡️ A quick spring-cleaning practice for your social feeds to stop the comparison and decision fatigue.➡️ My simple calendar-blocking technique to eliminate decision fatigue and actually keep my promises to myself. ➡️ A simple prompt to identify just one area of your life to stop spinning on and start leading with quiet confidence. Key Takeaways:“The problem isn't lack of information, it's this problem with certainty.” -Kellie Lupsha"Certainty is just like this abundant feeling because it's going to come with calm. It's going to come with you deciding and moving." -Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

This episode is a little different. Michael Bungay Stanier, author of The Coaching Habit, with over a million copies sold, reached out and offered to do something I didn't expect: a live coaching session, recorded, here on the podcast. The topic: my delegation issue. Not the tactics (I know the tactics). Something deeper has its foot on the brake. What unfolded was one of the most honest, vulnerable conversations I've had on this show. Michael walked me through the Immunity to Change framework, where we uncovered that I'm getting more out of the status quo than I realize. There are commitments I have to the way things are right now that I haven't even named. We named them. And then we ran small experiments to test whether the things I'm most afraid of would actually come true. The Coaching Habit (10th Anniversary Edition) MBS Works (Michael Bungay Stanier) Box of Crayons Immunity to Change (Kegan & Lahey) Full transcript and show notes *** TIMESTAMPS (00:00) The inner monologue: lack of courage (00:22) Introducing Michael Bungay Stanier — and why this episode is different (01:46) Michael's outreach: 'Your delegation issue is probably hard change, not easy change' (03:24) The setup: Jay's wife is the only other 'full time employee' (08:58) Easy change vs. hard change — and why more tactics won't solve hard change (14:24) Defining the real challenge: more time on the business, not in it (17:26) The embarrassing list: all the things Jay is doing (and not doing) contrary to his goal (22:48) Flipping the script: what would you be worried about if you actually delegated? (26:30) Competing commitments — the foot on the brake even while pumping the accelerator (28:42) 'I'm committed to not let anybody else work in the business' (34:15) The apocalypse: what if it all goes wrong? The deepest fear, named (39:09) Reframe: it's not a lack of courage, it's a protective system (40:15) Small experiments to test the fears, not just grit through them (42:28) Experiment #1: Give Izzy more autonomy and outcome ownership (45:10) Experiment #2: Lead sponsorship conversations, test revenue potential (47:01) Experiment #3: Protect morning time for on-the-business thinking (55:44) 'How fascinating' — shifting physical state to get out of anxiety (59:35) The insight: running toward something vs. running away from something *** RECOMMENDED NEXT EPISODE → #82: Michael Bungay Stanier – How to Begin Setting a Worthy Goal *** ASK CREATOR SCIENCE → Submit your question here *** WHEN YOU'RE READY

If you've been struggling to find time for your creativity — or feeling stuck in an all-or-nothing cycle with your singing or songwriting — this episode will give you a simple, realistic way to stay consistent. Because creativity doesn't require hours of free time. It requires a way to stay connected. In this episode, I share a flexible 20-minute creative practice designed for singer-songwriters who want to build consistency without overwhelm — even in the middle of a full, busy life. We'll walk through: • why the all-or-nothing mindset keeps you stuck • a simple 20-minute structure for singing, songwriting, and creative flow • how to stay connected to your voice through small, everyday moments I also introduce a simple “sprinkle and pour” approach to creativity — a way of weaving your voice and your music into your daily life, instead of waiting for the perfect time. Because you don't need more time. You need a way to return.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I'm sitting down with Dr. Heidi to cut through the noise surrounding one of the most requested topics in women's health right now: hormone replacement therapy. We've all heard the recent conversations about how it's finally safer to explore, but I know so many of you are still sitting there wondering where to actually begin. Which delivery method should I even ask for? How do I start that conversation with my practitioner without feeling lost? Today, we're pulling back the curtain on the real pros, cons, and hidden mechanics behind the most common options, plus sharing exactly how we would approach our own health journey.Key Highlights:➡️ Why it's never too late to finally bring up hormone therapy with your provider.➡️ How the most popular delivery methods actually interact with your body.➡️ Why steady, consistent dosing matters more than chasing quick fixes.➡️ The everyday realities and trade-offs of using patches versus pellets.➡️ Why certain topical creams and injections might be undermining your progress.➡️ The realistic timeline you should wait before safely considering a dosage adjustment.➡️ How to strategically choose your starting point among estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone.➡️ Why tuning into your body's daily feedback matters just as much as the numbers on your lab report.Key Takeaways:“And I guess the only downfall is if you really work consistent on the dose you needed, it's a little harder to change.” -Kellie Lupsha"Testosterone is kind of the... leader actually... women have more testosterone made in our body than a man does... because we have to downregulate it into more estrogens." -Dr. Heidi1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

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If you've ever started a song and didn't finish it… or felt stuck somewhere in the middle of the songwriting process, unsure what to do next — this episode will give you a clearer path forward. Songwriting isn't just about inspiration — it's about understanding the phases of writing a song. When you understand these phases, it becomes much easier to move from a simple idea… to a finished piece of music. In this episode, we walk through three key phases of songwriting: • gathering and developing song ideas • the messy middle — and why so many songs get stuck there • refining your ideas into a finished song You'll also hear a behind-the-scenes look at how I move through my own songwriting practice — from scattered ideas to focused work — in a way that allows for both structure and flexibility. Because it's not about having more ideas. It's about knowing what to do with the ones you already have.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, Dr. Heidi and I dive deep into the conversation that actually brought us together: cellular health, DNA, and the genetics behind true energy. We're moving beyond surface-level tips and really exploring how to turn the power on inside your own biology. If you've ever wondered why you still feel fatigued despite doing "all the things," this one's for you. We're talking about your body's operating system: your cells. Join us as we unpack how to support your mitochondria, reduce oxidative stress, and upgrade your energy from the inside out.Key Highlights:➡️ Why true energy generation starts deep within your cells, not just from what you eat or drink on the surface.➡️ How your body's powerhouse actually controls the switches on your genetic expression and turns genes on or off.➡️ The difference between taking supplements and ensuring the nutrients actually get inside the cell to work.➡️The invisible "rust" and inflammation that ages our bodies and drains vitality daily.➡️ A serious conversation about EMFs and the everyday devices impacting your mitochondrial health without you realizing it.➡️ How circadian rhythm, light exposure, and meal timing speak directly to your biology's internal clock.➡️ Why your preparation for bed and time spent in deep REM sleep matters more than just the hours spent in it.➡️ How cortisol and melatonin transitions regulate energy and recovery.Key Takeaways:"Even if we do all the things, if we don't address the cellular health, we still are missing a really big component of being able to generate that energy. Because we really have to think it starts at the cell."-Kellie Lupsha"NRF2 is a gene. We all have it... it is the major switch that then signals over 500... genes that then get turned on to reduce oxidative stress, reduce inflammaging, reduce toxicity in the body."-Dr. Heidi1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

If warming up your voice has ever felt confusing, rigid, or overly technical… you're not alone. In this episode, we simplify the process. Instead of focusing on the “perfect” vocal warm-up routine, you'll learn how to approach warming up your voice in a way that's intuitive, flexible, and actually supportive of your singing. We'll walk through a simple 4-part framework to help you: • gently awaken your voice and body • find ease, resonance, and connection • build flexibility and range without forcing • and bring your voice into real music—not just exercises We also talk about how overthinking and perfectionism can create tension in your voice—and how to shift into a more natural, responsive way of working with your instrument. Because your voice is different every day… and your warm-up can be, too.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I open up about a pivotal season in my life that began with a single phone call and unfolded into a series of moments that redefined everything familiar to me. It's a reflection on love, family, responsibility, and what it means to stay grounded when life moves faster than your ability to process it. I also share how those experiences continue to shape the way I show up today personally, professionally, and emotionally.My hope is that as I walk you through this story, it invites you to reflect on your own resilience and the moments that have shaped who you are becoming.Key Highlights:➡️ I share the experience of receiving unexpected news that instantly shifted the course of an ordinary day.➡️ How life can shift in an instant, even when everything seemed “fine”➡️ What it felt like navigating life while things were quietly unfolding behind the scenes.➡️ How both of my kids unknowingly spent intentional, meaningful time with their father just weeks before everything changed.➡️ A moment where personal life and professional responsibilities collided in real time.➡️ How quickly decisions had to be made across distances, schedules, and emotions.➡️ What it looked like to still navigate responsibilities while carrying emotional weight.➡️ Why I believe every difficult chapter is an invitation to grow bolder➡️ How this experience continues to shape my understanding of growth, identity, and moving forward after life-altering moments. Key Takeaways:“You can't let devastation destroy your world... But there is something too, the resilience of getting back up, of figuring out life, of learning the lessons.” -Kellie Lupsha“We have to live every day to the fullest and be present and enjoy and love more and have fun more. That's what we're here to do.” -Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality.In this episode, I am sharing a topic that I believe is one of the biggest missing links in our health journey: nervous system regulation. I know so many of us feel like we're running on empty, constantly doing too much, and wondering why we feel exhausted yet unable to relax. I'm explaining why your body needs to feel safe before it can truly heal, and how shifting out of survival mode can instantly bring your energy back online.Key Highlights:➡️ How living in a constant state of "fight or flight" becomes our new normal without us even realizing it.➡️ Why feeling "wired but tired" is actually a sign your body is stuck in survival mode.➡️ Why digestion, repair, and energy production halt when your body doesn't feel safe.➡️ Why ignoring early signs of dysregulation can lead to bigger health issues down the road.➡️ Simple breathwork techniques that can reset your nervous system in just a few moments.➡️ How tuning into what you see, hear, and feel can bring you back to safety quickly.➡️ Why somatic movement and sunlight might serve your energy better than pushing hard at the gym.➡️ How to set the stage for deep, restorative sleep so your body can finally repair itself. Key Takeaways:"The number one thing... you have with us at all times is your breath... It's the body's protection to get you back in a state of calm, to get you back in a state of safety." -Kellie Lupsha"Safety is the number one thing your body needs to feel... how do we get out of sympathetic and get into the parasympathetic? It's finding the safety inside our bodies." -Kellie Lupsha1️⃣ JOIN US IN THE WOMEN'S LONGEVITY & WELLNESS HUB!A Functional Medicine, Wellness, and Coaching Membership designed just for women over 50. The Hub is a monthly membership and supportive community where we combine science-backed protocols, natural healing tools, and expert coaching to help you finally get real answers—and real results**.

I sit down with Josh to unpack the deep-rooted patterns driving his self-doubt and anxiety in a new relationship. What begins as uncertainty about love quickly reveals unresolved grief, childhood trauma, and a lingering sense of guilt around his mother's passing. Together, we explore how past experiences shape our ability to trust ourselves and make decisions. This is a powerful look at what it takes to move from rumination and fear toward self-trust and emotional freedom.SHOW HIGHLIGHTS00:00 - Opening The Conversation01:00 - New Relationship, Old Doubts02:00 - Marriage Breakdown And Mental Health05:00 - First Panic Attacks And Early Trauma10:00 - Losing His Mother18:00 - Grief Comes To The Surface23:00 - What He Misses Most29:00 - Guilt And Self-Blame33:00 - Can You Forgive Yourself?36:00 - Fear Of Making The Wrong Choice42:00 - Why Good Relationships Feel Unsafe44:30 - Rebuilding Trust In Yourself***Tired of feeling like you're never enough? Build your self-worth with help from this free guide: https://training.mantalks.com/self-worthPick up my book, Men's Work: A Practical Guide To Face Your Darkness, End Self-Sabotage, And Find Freedom: https://mantalks.com/mens-work-book/Heard about attachment but don't know where to start? Try the FREE Ultimate Guide To AttachmentCheck out some other free resources: How To Quit Porn | Anger Meditation | How To Lead In Your RelationshipBuild brotherhood with a powerful group of like-minded men from around the world. Check out The Alliance. Enjoy the podcast? Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Stitcher, or Podchaser. It helps us get into the ears of new listeners, expand the ManTalks Community, and help others find the tools and training they're looking for. And don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | SpotifyFor more, visit us at ManTalks.com | Facebook | Instagram

100 episodes. What started as Reawaken Your Voice has grown into something clearer, more focused, and more aligned — a space for singer-songwriters navigating the creative process, finding their voice, and learning how to trust it. In this episode, I'm reflecting on the journey so far — what's changed, what's stayed the same, and what I've learned from you along the way. We talk about: • the evolution of the podcast and stepping into the identity of “singer-songwriter” • the patterns I'm seeing in this community (starting, finishing, sharing, and perfectionism) • the episodes you've resonated with most — and what that reveals • where we're going next (more process, more storytelling, more of the real work behind the songs)

Send us Fan MailWhat you're about to listen to is something a little different.This is not a traditional episode — it's an edited recording of an actual one-on-one coaching check-in with my client, Sarah Sturm, a professional athlete who recently found out she was pregnant.After getting the news, Sarah approached me with an idea: she wanted to document her experience navigating pregnancy as a competitive athlete in real time, and she wanted to share it. So over five sessions, we hit record.With Sarah's full approval and participation, we've taken those check-ins and edited them down into a 5 part series of ~20-minute mini episodes so you can follow along with her journey as it actually unfolded — unscripted and unfiltered.In this series, you'll hear us cover:Nutrition adjustments during early pregnancy for an active athleteManaging performance, energy, and body changesThe mental and emotional side of pregnancy as a competitorReal-time problem solving between coach and clientPlease note: some portions of the original recordings have been removed for time or privacy. What you're hearing is a curated but authentic look at what real coaching support looks like during one of the most significant transitions an athlete can go through.Thank you to Sarah for her openness and trust in sharing this with our community.

In this special episode, Eric coaches a listener named Birgit as she rebuilds her daily routine after a long-term illness and her children leaving home. Together, they explore practical strategies for habit formation, focusing on starting with a consistent healthy habits. Using frameworks like SPAR and RENEW, they discuss breaking habits into small steps, planning ahead, and responding compassionately to setbacks. The conversation highlights the importance of structure, self-kindness, and progress over perfection, offering listeners actionable advice for building sustainable routines during life transitions. Exciting News!!! Coming in March, 2026, my new book, ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠How a Little Becomes a Lot: The Art of Small Changes for a More Meaningful Life is now available for pre-orders!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Key Takeaways: Rebuilding life after a long-term illness and navigating changes in daily structure. Establishing a consistent morning routine, focusing on a healthy breakfast habit. The importance of specificity and simplicity in habit formation. Strategies for reducing decision fatigue and avoiding procrastination. The SPA framework: Specificity, Prompts, Alignment, and Resilience for habit building. The RENEW framework for resetting habits after setbacks: Recognize, Embrace your Why, Neutralize emotional drama, Extract the lesson, and Walk forward. The role of self-compassion and positive self-talk in maintaining habits. The significance of small, manageable actions to overcome resistance. The impact of environmental setup on habit formation and behavior. Emphasizing progress over perfection in the journey of habit change. For full show notes:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠click here⁠⁠⁠!⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ If you enjoyed this episode, check out these other episodes: Why Willpower Isn't Enough: The Tiny Habits Method Explained with Dr. BJ Fogg How to Create Elastic Habits that Adapt to Your Day with Stephen Guise By purchasing products and/or services from our sponsors, you are helping to support The One You Feed, and we greatly appreciate it. Thank you! This episode is sponsored by: ⁠Shopify⁠ – The commerce platform that helps you build, grow, and manage your business all in one place. Start your $1/month trial at shopify.com/feed. ⁠Pebl⁠ – an AI-powered platform that helps companies hire and manage global teams in 185+ countries. Get a free estimate at ⁠hipebl.ai⁠ ⁠Brodo Broth⁠: Shop the best broth on the planet with Brodo.  Head to ⁠Brodo.com/TOYF⁠ for 20% off your first subscription order and use code TOYF for an additional $10 off. ⁠Alma⁠ is on a mission to simplify access to high-quality, affordable mental health care. Visit ⁠helloalma.com⁠ to learn more! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What do you do when you know vague parenting plan language will create problems, but your attorney says you're asking for too much detail?In this Bonus Coaching episode, we look at a common situation many protective parents face: trying to create clear agreements around things like extracurricular activities, schedule changes, and communication expectations after experiencing patterns of manipulation or conflict.When you've lived through chaos, wanting clarity isn't about control. It's often about trying to protect peace for you and your children.In this episode, we discuss:How to tell the difference between healthy specificity and fear-based overplanningHow to advocate for clearer language when your attorney doesn't fully understand coercive control dynamicsCommon vague areas in parenting plans that often create problems laterIf you've ever been told you're being too detailed when you're really just trying to prevent future conflict, this episode is for you.Please leave us a review or rating and follow/subscribe to the show. This helps the show get out to more people.If you want to chat more about this topic I would love to continue our conversation over on Instagram! @risingbeyondpcIf you want to support the show you may do so here at, Buy Me A Coffee. Thank you! We love being able to make this information accessible to you and your community.If you've been looking for a supportive community of women going through the topics we cover, head over to our website to learn more about the Rising Beyond Community. - https://www.risingbeyondpc.com/Where to find more from Rising Beyond:Rising Beyond FacebookRising Beyond LinkedInRising Beyond Pinterest If you're interested in guesting on the show please fill out this form - https://forms.gle/CSvLWWyZxmJ8GGQu7Enjoy some of our freebies!Choosing Your Battles FreebieCanned Responses FreebieMic Drop Moments Freebie...

Cora left an unhealthy marriage, deconstructed her entire evangelical upbringing, bought her first house, and raised two 16-year-olds solo. Then she met someone really good on Hinge. Who met all of her essence-based preferences. And she almost talked herself out of it. Not because he did anything wrong. Because she felt ashamed for wanting partnership after working so hard to become independent. In this live coaching session on The Feminist Dating Show, I coach Cora through the spiral in real time. We build her an "if this, then that" plan for the anxiety. We upgrade the questions she's asking herself. And we talk about why "desire is your birthright" (in the words of Dr. Juliana Hauser), not something you have to earn after you've suffered enough. If you have ever felt like wanting love was a betrayal of your hard-won independence, episode 266 is for you. Work with Lily: Read Lily's book: Thank You, More Please Watch on YouTube: youtube.com/@datebrazen Follow on TikTok: tiktok.com/@datebrazen Follow on Instagram: instagram.com/datebrazen Explore programs + resources: datebrazen.com

This week in the guest chair is sales and business coach Dielle McMillan, founder of For the 23%, where she helps women of color build profitable businesses and grow their income through coaching and entrepreneurship.Dielle shares how she went from earning $2,500 a month as a social worker with six-figure student loan debt to building a multi-seven-figure coaching business. Along the way, she explains why traditional jobs often undervalue your skills, how to identify the expertise you can monetize, and why the coaching industry continues to grow despite criticism.In this conversation, we also dive deep into the mindset shifts needed to move from six-figure income to seven-figure business growth, including overcoming people-pleasing, claiming your expertise, and stepping fully into your authority.If you've been thinking about turning your knowledge into income, starting a side hustle, or scaling your existing business, this episode will help you see what's possible.Highlights Include00:00 – Why Dielle realized her corporate career wasn't the life she wanted05:30 – Testing multiple side hustles before finding the right one08:00 – How to identify skills you can monetize12:00 – Why the coaching industry gets criticism and why it's still growing16:30 – The truth about selling and why everyone is already selling themselves20:00 – Why your job isn't amazing — you are23:45 – Breaking the mindset barriers around charging for your expertise25:50 – The biggest blocks women hit going from six figures to seven figures31:00 – Visibility, people-pleasing, and identity shifts in business growth36:00 – Why most successful businesses focus on beginners41:00 – The simple seven-figure business model (and why it's simpler than you think)47:00 – Improving messaging and positioning for entrepreneursLinks Mentioned in This Episodehttps://forthe23percent.com/Save the Date: Start the Podcast That Builds Your Exit Plan (Friday, March 13)Watch & ListenWatch this episode on YouTube and listen on all podcast platforms:Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/side-hustle-pro/id1126021323Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/13qDj08lBR4ymzGhXIKy8tYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/sidehustleproAnnouncementsIf you're ready to build a podcast that becomes your exit plan from your 9-to-5, sign up for my next live class:: Start the Podcast That Builds Your Exit PlanSave your seat here: Social MediaInstagram: @forthe23percentSide Hustle Pro – @sidehustlepro#SideHustlePro Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send a textIn this episode, I'm sharing a Live Coaching session with Marissa where we talk about one of the most common struggles I see when starting MACROS 101: our relationship with the scale. If the number can instantly change your mood, make you question everything you're doing, or tempt you to jump to the next plan, you're not alone. We talk about the “messy middle,” why your brain craves certainty, and how learning to tolerate discomfort is the real key to long-term success. This episode isn't just about the scale; it's about building the emotional resilience to stay consistent and trust yourself through the process.Find show notes at bicepsafterbabies.com/402Follow me on Instagram and Tiktok!Links:bicepsafterbabies.com/waitlist