Podcasts about midlife

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If it feels like your get-up-and-go has got up and left, it's not in your head. Declining hormones during perimenopause and menopause can leave you feeling unmotivated and flat. Liz shares practical ways to start feeling like yourself again – from seeking menopause support to making small lifestyle shifts – and reminds us of the importance of prioritising our wellbeing.Plus: plant sterols for high cholesterol, ways to reduce facial lines and wrinkles, Liz's fake-tan recommendations and is MCT oil worth the money?In this episode:· Fake tan recommendations· What to do if you've lost your spark in midlife· Should I try plant sterols for high cholesterol?· The connection between oestrogen and cholesterol· How to reduce facial lines and wrinkles· Ways to boost collagen in your skin· Why redheads are more susceptible to sun damage· How to take care of yourself when life is demanding· MCT oil – is it any good?Links mentioned in the episode:· Evolve Sunless Glow 3-in-1 Gradual Tan· Studio10 Perfect Bronze Glow-plexion· Balance hormone app· A Better Second Half· Creatine· Podcast with Dr Mo Enayat explaining cholesterol· Podcast with Dr Gabrielle Lyon on building muscle for longevity· Collagen peptides· Skin Diligent Vitamin C Serum-in-Oil· Evolve Bio-retinol Gold Face Mask· Read 4 of the best SPFs for midlife skin· MCT oilsGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Lynnike Swerts (Fresh Air Production)Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

The conversation focused on the real struggles many women over 45 face when contemplating a new beginning. It's easy to let fear—of being “too old,” of failure, of others' opinions—hold you back from reinventing your life and pursuing your true passions. But a key theme that emerged was this: the cost of waiting is greater than the risk of starting, and regret lasts much longer than any fear you feel today. Top Takeaways for Women Over 45 Ready for a Fresh Start: Waiting Creates Regret. Every day spent waiting for the “right time” results in missed opportunities and years of wondering “what if.” Take Action First, Confidence Will Follow. The discussion explored how confidence isn't a prerequisite—it grows after you take that first brave step toward change. It's Never Too Late for Reinvention. Whether you dream of starting a business, going back to school, traveling, writing a book, or rediscovering your own joy—your next chapter is ready to be written. To all women 45+, if you're uncertain, stuck, or scared it's too late: trust that small steps today lead to transformation tomorrow. Don't let fear make your decisions; your best years, passions, and possibilities are waiting. Ready to rediscover yourself? Start your journey with She Shift—a community empowering women in midlife to take back their story, reignite their passion, and rise to what's next.

Have you started questioning your purpose, feeling emotionally overwhelmed, or wondering who you are outside of your roles as a mother, wife, caregiver, or professional?You're not alone.Many women experience a season of deep transition during their 40s and 50s. Although it isn't a medical diagnosis, what we often call a midlife crisis can involve significant emotional, physical, and spiritual changes. Hormonal shifts, changing family roles, career transitions, caregiving responsibilities, divorce, grief, and empty nest syndrome can all leave women feeling disconnected from the life they once knew.In this week's episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I continue our conversation about the unique challenges women face during midlife. I share the common signs of a midlife crisis, explain why losing your sense of purpose often lies at the centre of it, and offer practical strategies to help you move forward with renewed hope and confidence.Whether you're navigating menopause, rediscovering your identity, or simply wondering what's next, this episode will remind you that God isn't finished with your story.Your next chapter can become your strongest one.In this episode, you'll learn:• What a midlife crisis really looks like for women• Why many women experience an identity shift during midlife• The connection between purpose and emotional wellbeing• Common signs and symptoms of a midlife crisis• How menopause and hormonal changes can affect your mindset• Practical habits that help you regain clarity and confidence• Why community, movement, journalling, and faith are powerful tools for healingTimestamps:0:00 - Intro1:26 - What is a midlife crisis?3:34 - The Making of a BraveHearted Woman4:53 - Why losing your purpose changes everything7:41 - The most common signs of having a midlife crisis15:04 - How to overcome a midlife crisis18:58 - Start something new and rediscover yourself23:06 - How to take action todayQuotations:"A woman's midlife crisis does indeed happen. Although it isn't a diagnosis, it is a very real struggle with life's deepest questions.""A midlife crisis is often an indicator that purpose and meaning are missing from our lives.""Your best years are still ahead of you.""Don't quit on yourself. Don't quit on your dreams.""Reconnect with the best version of yourself."Resources:

Are muscles deep... or shallow?In this episode of Deep & Shallow, Debbie and Jamie the Great tackle a topic that's far more complicated than it first appears.They dive into the pressure women face around body image, the rise of GLP-1 weight loss medications, the difference between pursuing health versus chasing thinness, and why strength matters so much more than the number on the scale.The conversation gets personal as they share stories about disordered eating, body dysmorphia, aging, Hollywood beauty standards, and how fitness has become a form of mental health—not punishment.Then, true to Deep & Shallow fashion, they lighten things up with Jersey Shore memories, fly traps, Love Island, hula hoops, ballet classes, pickleball, and why trying something new can reconnect you with the person you used to be.Whether you're navigating menopause, rebuilding your confidence, or simply trying to stay healthy in a world obsessed with being skinny, this episode is an honest reminder that taking care of yourself isn't vanity—it's longevity.In this episode we discuss:The cultural obsession with being thinGLP-1 medications and the changing conversation around weight lossBody image and body dysmorphiaMidlife wellness and women's healthThe mental health benefits of exerciseWhy doing hard things first changes your dayHeart health wake-up callsReturning to childhood passions like danceCreativity, movement, and getting out of your comfort zoneJersey Shore nostalgia and lifelong friendshipsPickleball, hula hoops, ballet, and finding joy in movementIf you've ever looked in the mirror and wondered whether you're chasing health—or perfection—this conversation is for you and your bestie! Share this episode with your friends and family who love to laugh.  Subscribe to Talking Smack 415 and leave us a rating and review so more peeps can find us for laughter and friendship to feed your soul!  

There's no age limit on feeling confident in your own skin. Beauty journalist Sarah Jossel joins Liz to share the tips and tricks she's gathered over two decades in the industry, so that your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond become your time to shine.They discuss the role of grooming and its impact on our self-esteem, and Sarah's thoughts on targeted beauty products for perimenopausal and menopausal skin.Sarah also shares the beauty ingredients to look out for, the skin- and haircare products worth spending on – plus the tweakments she rates the most. In this episode:· How to look and feel good in your own skin· Why a manicure can be as good as meditation· The importance of making friends with your reflection· Ways to talk to a teen with self-image insecurities· What really gets rid of spots?· The key ingredients to look for in skincare· Where to go for great eyebrows· The tweakments worth splashing out on· Midlife haircare hacks, from covering greys to adding volume Links mentioned in the episode:· Acnecide cream for spots· Paula's Choice BHA products with salicylic acid· Azelaic acid· Skin + Me products· Dermatica skin treatments· Olaplex haircare· K18 haircare· Living Proof haircare· Josh Wood hair gloss· Glaze hair gloss· Sam McKnight hair texture mist· Color Wow Root Cover Up· MD London Backcombing Brush· CeraVe skincare· Polynucleotides: a guide· JULÄINE™ skin treatment· Blink Brow Bar· Shavata Singh Brows & Lashes· Hollie Parkes brow expert More from Sarah:· Follow Sarah on Instagram· Read Sarah's book, Diary of a Beauty EditorGet in touch with a question for Liz:· Email: podcast@lizearlewellbeing.com· WhatsApp: 07518 471 846More from Liz:· How To Age· A Better Second Half· Follow Liz on Instagram· Follow Liz Earle Wellbeing on InstagramHost: Liz EarleProducer: Anouszka Tate (Fresh Air Production) Content Writer: Lucy ParleyHead of Brand: Ellie SmithSome links may be affiliate links, which help support the show at no extra cost to you. Read our Affiliate Policy for more information. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Lisa Ortgies über weibliche Wut, Älterwerden und gute Gründe in der Lebensmitte gereizt zu sein – mal angesehen von Hormonen.

Overland Journal Podcast host Ashley Giordano welcomes Michael Yang, a Korean American author, entrepreneur, investor, and adventure motorcycle traveler, to discuss his experiences riding over 40,000 miles from California to Alaska’s Arctic Ocean, across Newfoundland, and through Patagonia. Michael touches on adventure motorcycling in his 60s, the impact of immigrating to America during his childhood, and how buying his first motorbike primed him for his adventures to come later in life.Michael Yang Website | Instagram | Facebook | Coming Alive on the RideThe Overland Journal Podcast is brought to you this week by Nitto Tire, Overland Journal Magazine, Hankook TireTune in Apple Podcasts | Spotify | YouTubeSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Become the Architect of Your Own Life: Rewriting Your Midlife BlueprintWhat if the blueprint you've been following was never really yours?So many of us arrive in midlife living lives shaped by expectations we never consciously chose. We followed the blueprint we inherited about success, relationships, work, aging, and who we were supposed to become. But what happens when that blueprint no longer fits?In this solo episode of Reinvention Rebels, Wendy invites you to become the architect of your own life by questioning the assumptions you've been living by and intentionally rewriting your midlife blueprint. Through personal stories, honest reflection, and practical encouragement, she explores what midlife reinvention really looks like: not becoming someone new, but remembering who you've been all along.If you're navigating a life transition, embracing your second chapter, or wondering what's next after 50, this episode will remind you that it's never too late to redesign a life that feels authentically your own.✨ What You'll Hear in This Episode:

+++ Fabulous Forty – die Aktion zu Veras 40. Geburtstag: Am Samstag (01.08., 9:00 Uhr) findest du den Gutscheincode und alle Infos auf unserer Website! ++++++ Du willst alle Infos vorher schon in dein Postfach? Melde dich zum Newsletter an +++Midlife-Expertin Julia von Winterfeldt ist zu Gast im Female Leadership Podcast und checkt gemeinsam mit Host Vera Strauch aus dem Juli aus. Im Zentrum steht die Lebensmitte, aber die Fragen dahinter kennt jede von uns, egal in welchem Alter: Wer bin ich, wenn ich aufhöre, mich zu vergleichen? Was passiert, wenn ich meine Wut nicht länger kleinhalte?Vera und Julia sprechen darüber, wie tiefe Veränderung sich im Körper zeigt, warum wir unsere Kraft nicht länger verstecken müssen und wie Freundschaften uns durch Umbrüche tragen. Außerdem: Ein Rückblick auf Veras 40. Geburtstag und die berühmt-berüchtigte Klimmzug-Challenge.

Most often, the habits slowing your progress as your hormones and female physiology change are not the big ones, but the small choices you repeat every week.In this episode, Louise Valentine, one of the world's leading health, fitness and performance experts, shares simple nutrition and lifestyle shifts that help women feel their best, mitigate symptoms, support body composition, and run stronger through perimenopause. She explains why progress does not require extreme diets, complicated macros, or traditional high volume or complicated training plans. Instead, strategic and very simple boundaries around foods like cheese, takeout lattes, alcohol, restaurant meals, and portion sizes can make a noticeable difference.Louise discusses how frequent cheese often contributes to bloating for some women, why sugary lattes can disrupt blood sugar and quietly add extra calories, and how alcohol affects recovery, sleep, mood, nutrient absorption, and fat-loss goals. She also suggests separating alcohol from restaurant meals when possible to reduce the overall stress on the body's detoxification pathways and our changing metabolic processes as we age.The biggest takeaway is that it's not about perfection. It's simply learning how your body is changing, making one realistic adjustment at a time, and building a healthier relationship with food. Midlife and perimenopause wellness can be simple, flexible, and still leave room for pizza, date nights, and the foods you love.RESOURCES + LINKSLearn & level up with my free nutrition guide & award-winning 1:1 Academy to thrive through perimenopause with less stress: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.comLearn more & apply to join our Podcast Insiders membership here: https://www.breakingthroughwellness.com/podcastinsidersLearn, laugh & level up with a Breaking Through Wellness masterclass here.Check out my FullScript here where you can see my favorite high-quality supplement picks, by topic, to address your concerns & save 25% off!  A small portion of EACH sale goes back to support BTW.  Thank you!Take advantage of our podcast listener discount & save 20% off Kion's science-backed clean products. Code "LOUISE" saves on all future orders: https://www.getkion.com/pages/maximizing Episode Highlights:(0:00) Intro(2:52) Four simple strategies for better midlife results(5:31) How hormones affect fuel use, fat loss, and performance(7:02) Why less running can sometimes produce better results(10:21) Replacing frequent cheese to reduce bloating(14:47) How takeout lattes may hold back body composition goals(20:56) Creating realistic boundaries around alcohol(22:22) How one drink may affect recovery and fat burning(25:11) Alcohol's possible effects on sleep, mood, and hormonal symptoms(27:38) Why separating restaurant meals and alcohol may help(31:01) Choosing reasonable portions instead of chasing perfectionTune in weekly to "Maximizing Hormones, Physique, and Running Through Perimenopause" for our simple female-specific science-based revolution. Let's unlock our best with less stress!I'd love to connect!Email

What if the most meaningful chapter of your life hasn't happened yet? In this episode of Success Leaves Clues, Robin Bailey and Al McDonald sit down with Brenda Benard, COO at Benard + Associates, to explore midlife reinvention, overcoming self-doubt, and finding the courage to create a life that reflects who you are becoming.Brenda never planned to become a business leader. After turning down an opportunity to study theatre, struggling with low confidence, and believing her happiness would come from other people, she spent years moving through life without a clear sense of what she wanted. But a quiet voice continued reminding her that she was capable of more.Brenda shares why walking into a room filled with CEOs changed how she saw her own value, what her professional-athlete daughter taught her about self-belief, and how perimenopause affected her confidence, identity, and mental health. She also explains why asking “What's the worst that could happen?” can make intimidating decisions feel possible.Robin, Al, and Brenda discuss intentional aging, protecting your health, listening to the whispers that tell you something needs to change, and refusing to postpone meaningful experiences until someday.Whether you're questioning your career, navigating midlife, rebuilding your confidence, or wondering whether it's too late to make a change, this episode is a powerful reminder that today is the youngest you will ever be again.You'll hear about:Why Brenda calls herself the “reluctant COO”How self-doubt shaped Brenda's early life and career decisionsWhy she turned down her dream of studying theatreBecoming a police officer at 33 while raising two young daughtersHow to recognize the quiet signs that you are capable of moreThe question that changed Brenda's outlook on time and opportunityWhy taking responsibility can be more empowering than assigning blameThe moment Brenda realized she deserved to have her success celebratedHow other people may see strengths you cannot yet recognize in yourselfOvercoming feelings of inferiority around senior leaders and executivesWhy even the most accomplished leaders are still figuring things outHow perimenopause can affect confidence, identity, and mental healthWhat Brenda's daughter taught her about making her younger self proudHow evaluating the worst-case scenario can help you move through fearWhy health and longevity have become central to Brenda's next chapterThe power of trading expectation for appreciationWe talk about:00:00 Introduction to Brenda Benard and rethinking success in midlife03:43 Self-doubt, abandoned dreams, and expecting happiness from others05:02 Listening to life's whispers and becoming a police officer at 3308:41 “If not now, then when?” and why someday may never arrive11:31 The moment Brenda decided she deserved to have her success celebrated13:53 How Brenda's employees saw strengths she couldn't recognize in herself21:06 Walking into a room of CEOs and overcoming feelings of inferiority26:00 Perimenopause, self-confidence, and navigating the dark years27:52 What Brenda's daughter taught her about honouring her younger self29:42 Using the worst-case scenario to move through fear31:02 Raising courageous daughters and refusing to waste more time33:10 Intentional aging, protecting your health, and living while you can38:57 Trading expectation for appreciationConnect with BrendaLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brenda-benard-4a259188Website: www.benardinc.com Connect with UsLinkedIn: Robin Bailey and Al McDonald Website: Aria Benefits and Life & Legacy Advisory Group

I think midlife is a second loss of innocence. A moment when many of the stories we've told ourselves stop working. The illusion that we have endless time. The belief that effort guarantees outcomes. The fantasy that life will eventually stop being hard. In this episode, I reflect on a conversation that led me to see midlife differently and explore why this season can feel both painful and profoundly liberating. A reckoning isn't a punishment. It's an invitation. To see more clearly. To live more honestly. And to treat yourself with a level of compassion that only wisdom can teach. Ready to go deeper? Grab my book, The Consistency Code: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Deep Health and Happiness, at https://theconsistencycode.com  #GraceAndGrit #MidlifeReckoning #MidlifeWomen #SecondAct #Perimenopause #WomensWellness #DeepHealth #SelfCompassion #MidlifeWisdom #IntentionalLiving

The foods that heal us aren't necessarily exotic or expensive — most are already sitting on our grocery shelves. Dr. William Li walks us through the store, aisle by aisle, showing how everyday foods work with our bodies: fighting the fat we don't want, and helping us age the way we hope to. He'll also change how we think about body fat itself, because we can't judge our health by the size of our body — and the fat we can't see matters far more than the number on the scale. Real food as medicine, with a whole lot of joy and not an ounce of deprivation!   LET'S TALK THE WALK! Join here for support, motivation and fun! Wellness While Walking Facebook page Walking to Wellness Together Facebook GROUP Wellness While Walking on Instagram Wellness While Walking on Threads Wellness While Walking on Twitter Wellness While Walking website for show notes and other information wellnesswhilewalking@gmail.com RESOURCES AND SOURCES (some links may be affiliate links) DR. 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Good for You, washingtonpost.com Daily Energy Expenditure Through the Human Life Course, Pontzer et all, science.org Metabolism Changes with Age, Just Not When You Think, duke.edu 37 Turmeric Recipes for Vegetables, Meats and More, bonappetit.com Mind Over Milkshake: How Your Thoughts Fool Your Stomach, npr.org    HOW TO RATE AND REVIEW WELLNESS WHILE WALKING How to Leave a Review on Apple Podcasts on Your iOS Device 1.   Open Apple Podcast App (purple app icon that says Podcasts). 2.   Go to the icons at the bottom of the screen and choose "search" 3.   Search for "Wellness While Walking" 4.   Click on the SHOW, not the episode. 5.   Scroll all the way down to "Ratings and Reviews" section 6.   Click on "Write a Review" (if you don't see that option, click on "See All" first) 7.   Then you will be able to rate the show on a five-star scale (5 is highest rating) and write a review! 8.   Thank you! 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Today we're talking more about friendship in midlife! Join us as we share our successes and failures!  We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Who says midlife is the beginning of the end? What if it's actually the beginning of a new chapter—one filled with deeper connection, greater confidence, and the freedom to rediscover parts of yourself you may have forgotten? Today on Call IT in With Dar, we're talking about a subject that many women think about but few feel comfortable discussing: intimacy after the honeymoon years. My guest is Dr. Trina Read, an award-winning Canadian sexologist, bestselling author, and educator who has spent more than 25 years helping women in long-term relationships rediscover connection, confidence, and pleasure. Dr. Trina believes that midlife isn't about winding down—it's about winding up in a whole new way. In today's conversation, we'll explore why intimacy often changes as we age, the importance of feeling emotionally safe and truly desired, and how honest communication can breathe new life into even the longest relationships. Whether you've been married for decades, are starting over, or simply want to better understand yourself, this episode offers a refreshing, empowering perspective on what it means to flourish in midlife. “Let's Call IT in!” Support the showFull Show Notes can be found at CallITInPodcast.comPhoto credit: Rebecca Lange Photography Music credit: Kevin MacLeod Incompetech.com (licensed under Creative Commons)  Production credit: Erin Schenke @ Emerald Support Services LLC.Grab Dar's Flight Deck Oracle Card DeckTake Dar's Archetype Quiz

I was at the top of my game. Double board-certified orthopedic surgeon. Faculty at one of the country's top orthopaedic departments. Head team physician for a Division I football team. Training for triathlons. Running 7:44 miles. Living the life I'd built.Then, at 47, everything changed.My body hurt everywhere. Brain fog that made my steel-trap mind feel foggy. Fifteen percent body fat that appeared seemingly overnight, especially around my middle. Weakness I'd never experienced. The day I couldn't move a patient on the operating table — something I'd done alone a thousand times — I knew I needed answers.I was in perimenopause. And medicine had almost nothing to offer me.The research wasn't there. The protocols weren't there. The doctor conversations weren't there.So I went deep into the research myself, rebuilt every protocol from the ground up, and lived it myself.What I discovered changed my life. The timebombs of aging — bone loss, muscle loss, metabolic shift — are real. But they are modifiable. They are preventable. They can be reversed.That discovery led to the book that became a New York Times bestseller. And now I'm dedicating the second half of my career to making sure every woman has the roadmap I had to build.https://www.drvondawright.com/https://www.instagram.com/drvondawright/?hl=enhttps://www.youtube.com/@vondawrighthttps://www.drvondawright.com/pages/booksRejuve is a line of pelvic health and whole body health supporting supplements that are helping women have a daily poogasm, eliminate leaks and prolapse symptoms, and keep their vulvovaginal tissues supple and resilient. Get your Rejeuve Supplements https://rejeuve.com/ and use code Podcast to save 10% off your first order.Thank you so much for listening! I use fitness and movement to help women prevent and overcome pelvic floor challenges like incontinence and organ prolapse. There is help for women in all life stages! Every Woman Needs A Vagina Coach! Please make sure to LEAVE A REVIEW and SUBSCRIBE to the show for the best fitness and wellness advice south of your belly button. *******************I recommend checking out my comprehensive pelvic health education and fitness programs on my Buff Muff AppYou can also join my next 28 Day Buff Muff Challenge  https://www.vaginacoach.com/buffmuffIf you are feeling social you can connect with me… On Facebook https://www.facebook.com/VagCoachOn Instagram https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/On Twitter https://twitter.com/VaginaCoachOn The Web www.vaginacoach.comGet your Feel Amazing Vaginal Moisturizer Here 

When did taking care of your body become a full-time maintenance job? One minute you're brushing your teeth and throwing your hair into a ponytail. The next, your bathroom looks like a small medical spa filled with hormone creams, supplements, readers, skincare products, hair-removal tools, and everything you supposedly need for a good night's sleep. In this episode of The Menopause Makeover Podcast, I'm having a lighthearted—but very real—midlife rant about gray hair, bladder leakage, changing skin, restless sleep, hormone imbalance, and all the extra maintenance that seems to arrive after 40. But we're not staying stuck in frustration. We're talking about the mindset shift that helps us care for our bodies with gratitude rather than constantly wishing they looked or functioned like they did 30 years ago. Growing older brings adjustments, but it also brings wisdom, strength, patience, and the privilege of still being here. We're not high maintenance, my friend. We're simply high mileage—and these bodies are worth caring for. Ready to get rid of stubborn belly fat, build muscle, and feel stronger in this season? Join us inside the Belly Fat Breakthrough Tribe.   FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full article and grab the resources mentioned in today's episode:

Welcome to Country Proud Living "Where Nurturing Spaces Empower Your Life and Everyday Feels a Little More Like Home." ✨ Late summer has a quiet wisdom all its own.As the days begin to soften and gardens overflow with abundance, we're gently reminded that every season has something to teach us. In this heartfelt episode of Country Proud Living, LoriLynn reflects on the lessons of late summer—slowing down, savoring the present, letting go of what no longer serves us, and embracing the woman we're becoming.If you've been longing to create a more intentional life and a nurturing home, this episode is an invitation to pause, notice what's growing within you, and step into the next season with peace instead of pressure.

Nearly 7,000 people sick, a recalled lettuce supply, and an FDA test result that got quietly walked back — Dr. Adam Brockman digs into the outbreak nobody's fully explaining. Then, a viral story about midlife husbands and the health habits driving couples apart — and why it's really about vitality, not vanity. Plus, brand-new science on nano-curcumin's surprising fight against parasitic infection, straight from your spice rack. And to close it out, an unsolved mystery: dozens of Grand Canyon rafters mysteriously falling ill, with no answer yet in sight. Real headlines, real science, and the small habits that make all the difference — this hour of Health Talk America has it all.Health Headlines of the WeekHealth Alternative of the WeekHealth Mystery of the Week

For many Pacific women, their 40s and 50s can be a transformative time marked by wisdom, confidence and self-discovery. With lived experience comes a clearer understanding of what truly matters, bringing fresh perspectives on relationships, health, family and identity. On Sistas Let's Talk Natasha Meten speaks with three women about the realities of midlife – what excites them, what challenges them and the lessons they've learned along the way.    She's joined by Berthadene Keki Ale, 46, Emilihter Kihleng, 44, and Arah Ecke, who is in her 50s, for a candid discussion about aging, resilience and embracing new chapters. Listen on ABC Radio Australia.

In this repeat episode we are talking all about midlife. Midlife isn't halfway to death—it's when you stop pretending. Your energy changes. Your body changes. Your parents start aging. Your kids need you in completely different ways. The things that once felt so important suddenly don't matter nearly as much. Caring for aging parents has a way of changing you. It gives you perspective, whether you were ready for it or not. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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Episode Summary Love after divorce doesn't work the way it did the first time — and no one tells you that. This episode breaks down why midlife love isn't a fairytale, it's a negotiation. Why your partner isn't going to transform into someone new, he's going to become a more honest version of who he already is. And why real intimacy at this stage isn't about butterflies it's about honest and full disclosure. If you're navigating dating, partnership, or remarriage after divorce, this episode gives you the language for what you're actually building, and the questions you need to be asking before you commit again. What You'll Learn Why "falling in love" is a young-love concept — and what chooses its place in midlife The difference between accepting someone's baggage and accepting abuse (a critical line to draw) What actually needs to be on the table before you commit to someone again — the full disclosure conversation Why expecting a midlife partner to transform is a direct path to resentment The four things couples avoid naming until it's too late: kids, exes, co-parenting, finances How to grieve the young-love fantasy so you can access real, adult partnership Key Quotes "Love after divorce isn't falling. It's choosing." "You're not building a fairytale. You're negotiating a merger." "He's not going to become a different man. He's going to become a more honest version of the one standing in front of you." "Midlife love isn't blind. It's the first time you actually get to see clearly." "You don't get a blank slate at 45. You get a full ledger — and you sign it with your eyes open." "Young love says 'I hope you change.' Mature love says 'show me exactly who you are, baggage and all, and I'll decide.'" "The delusion isn't loving someone with a past. It's expecting the past not to show up." "Real intimacy at midlife isn't chemistry. It's disclosure." In This Episode The blank slate myth — why we keep expecting a fresh start at 45+, and why that expectation sets every midlife relationship up to fail Baggage vs. abuse — how to tell the difference between a partner with a past and a partner who is a risk, and why conflating the two keeps women stuck in the wrong direction on both ends The full disclosure conversation — what should actually be said out loud before you commit: expectations, non-negotiables, financial reality, co-parenting boundaries, what you want and don't want The grief nobody names — letting go of the young-love fantasy is its own loss, and skipping that grief is why so many people repeat the same pattern in a new relationship Choosing over falling — what it looks like to build a relationship on eyes-open acceptance instead of chemistry and hope Who This Episode Is For Women navigating dating or partnership after divorce, women in a serious relationship post-divorce trying to figure out if it's real, and anyone who has caught themselves waiting for a partner to become someone they're not. Resources & Links Get on the 1:1 Whole Woman Coaching waitlist Connect Awakening Women | @awakeningwomenofficial 

Today I'm sitting down with my friend Kathy Lindberg to talk about God's call on our lives in this midlife season, and why answering it is never too late. Even if...those dreams have been deferred for a while now. God gives us the desires of our heart for a reason, and those desires do not retire at 40, 50, or 60. Feeling tired spiritually is real and often women feel they need to push through this fatigue even harder with more action. More doing. But your spirit whispers something different. If you are a high-achieving woman who has built a full life and still senses a quiet pull toward something deeper, you want to really lean into our conversation today. I have spent over a decade teaching God's daughters that we are called to steward our whole selves. Body, mind, and spirit. Treasuring your temple in midlife is not only physical. It begins with the health of your spirit and the consistency of your time in His Word. Kathy puts language to the question that reframes this entire season: "Where is the kingdom impact in what I am doing?" In this episode we get into: What Kathy is treasuring most in this season of life How her own story shaped her passion for discipling and equipping women What actually helps busy, distracted women reignite their love for God and build consistency in Scripture Why grounding yourself in the Word is foundational to maturing into your true identity in Christ I pray this blesses you and moves you to action! XO, Michelle   Connect with Kathy:  kathy@wateredbytheword.com https://www.facebook.com/kathy.lindberg.3/ https://wateredbytheword.com https://www.youtube.com/@wateredbytheword   Get your copy of the Whole Health Journal! The framework to understand what your body is really saying.   ***Join our community, Mind, Body. Restored.  to be supported, encouraged and educated as you take back your health WITH God at the center **Catch the Treasured Wellness Podcast on Substack  AND YouTube   *DISCLAIMER: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical advice to treat any medical condition in either yourself or others. Contact your own physician for any medical concerns you have. This entire disclaimer also applies to any guests or contributors to the podcast. Under no circumstances shall Treasured Wellness, LLC, guests or contributors be responsible for damages arising from the use of this podcast.  

You aren't just flesh and blood. There's a spirit inside you that loves you — and remembering that might be the missing piece for moving through loneliness, grief, and self-doubt to thrive in midlife. This episode closes out my L.O.V.E. Method series with the final pillar: Embrace Your Divinity. You’ll hear why recognizing that you are fully human and fully divine matters in a very practical way. And you’ll learn simple, doable practices that help you feel less alone and more whole. Tune in for grounded spiritual insight blended with practical wisdom for midlife reinvention, self-trust, and healing after loss. In this episode, you'll discover: Why midlife loneliness and isolation often deepen when we forget our own divine nature How mirror work, gratitude journaling, and stillness can help reconnect you to your higher self How grief can deepen your relationship with the Divine instead of severing it, even when it feels overwhelming Why self-forgiveness is part of embracing your divinity, not separate from it Resources & links mentioned: My book: “Live. Love. Engage. – how to stop doubting yourself and start being yourself” – Available on Amazon or gloriarand.com/book Previous L.O.V.E. Method series episodes: Letting Go to Live On Purpose After 50, How to Open Your Heart and Receive in Midlife, Value Your Uniqueness: Claiming Your Voice in Midlife Free introductory light language session: bit.ly/lightlanguage15 Design Your Life, Your Way – next steps: Learn more about working with Gloria Grace Rand: gloriarand.com Get my free self-love guide to help you start designing your next chapter: gloriarand.com/selflove If this episode spoke to you, leave us a review. Follow/subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode. Share this with a friend who's navigating grief, isolation, or reinvention after 50. Connect with me on LinkedIn @GloriaGraceRand to continue the conversation about midlife, meaning, and living on purpose.

"I'd rather regret something I did than something I didn't do."— Dr. Liz DuBois ErskineWhat happens when success, ambition, and leadership collide with trauma, mental health challenges, and the desire for something more meaningful?In this powerful episode of the Wise Divine Women Podcast, Dana Irvine sits down with executive coach, leadership expert, and podcast host Dr. Liz DuBois Erskine to explore the hidden struggles many high-achieving women face. Together, they discuss how trauma influences decision-making, why women often stay small despite big dreams, and how authentic leadership begins with self-awareness.Dr. Liz shares her personal journey through recovery, entrepreneurship, mental health advocacy, and the bold decision to leave city life behind and move onto a yacht during the pandemic. She also opens up about living with Bipolar I Disorder, breaking stigma around mental health, and helping women leaders move beyond limiting beliefs into purposeful action.This conversation is equal parts inspiring, practical, and refreshingly honest. If you've ever felt stuck between what you want and what feels safe, this episode will encourage you to trust yourself, take courageous action, and stop waiting for perfection before pursuing your dreams. ✨ Growth requires action before certainty.✨ Trauma-informed leadership helps women make decisions from intention instead of fear.✨ Success without authenticity often leads to burnout and dissatisfaction.✨ Mental health challenges do not diminish leadership potential.✨ Community, connection, and purpose are essential for overall well-being.✨ Sometimes the greatest opportunities come from taking unconventional paths.✨ You don't need perfection—you need momentum.✨ Regret often comes more from opportunities missed than mistakes made.00:00 – Introduction to Dr. Liz DuBois Erskine01:30 – Recovery, entrepreneurship, and personal transformation03:00 – How trauma impacts leadership and decision-making05:00 – Midlife transitions, purpose, and creating a meaningful life08:00 – Imposter syndrome and limiting beliefs in women leaders12:00 – Finding purpose versus following market trends15:00 – When coaching helps leaders break through plateaus16:00 – Selling everything and moving onto a yacht during the pandemic21:00 – Parenting, education, and creating memorable experiences26:00 – Writing books and leadership development29:00 – The Psyched Podcast and mental health conversations31:00 – Living openly with Bipolar I Disorder35:00 – Mental health treatment, medication, and self-care36:00 – Where to find Dr. Liz and her coaching programs37:00 – Words of wisdom: courage, risk-taking, and living fully

In this episode I speak with actor and educator, Jeff Miller, about the Jungian concept of individuation, drawing on the work of analyst James Hollis and author Marilynne Robinson to examine what it truly means to step away from collective expectations and step into oneself. We reflect on our own personal turning points—including my decision to walk away from an academic path in London to break free from long-held internal projections, and Jeff's experience of coming out in his twenties and navigating a dark night of the soul through midlife and recovery—to explore how shadow work, the courage to be different, and learning to stay present through uncertainty and suffering allow us to lead a more conscious, meaningful life.

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This week, Chief Victory Officer Eric Guy sits down with entrepreneur, filmmaker, outdoorsman, and Western Obsessions TV founder Kurt Belding. After building multiple successful businesses in the health and fitness industry, Kurt made the bold decision to walk away from everything and pursue a life centered around adventure, purpose, and the outdoors. Together, Eric and Kurt explore why what many call a midlife crisis is actually an opportunity for realignment, how embracing discomfort builds resilience, why meaningful experiences matter more than chasing success, and how nature has the power to restore perspective, clarity, and purpose. Check out our website: https://www.centerforvictory.com/ 

Is it perimenopause or autoimmunity? The symptoms are similar, and most women don't ask. Mickey Trescott, founder of the Autoimmune Protocol movement, explains the overlap between hormonal changes and immune dysfunction in midlife.

Struggling with midlife weight gain even though you're doing everything right? OB/GYN and obesity medicine specialist Dr. Karen Mann, medical director at Noom, breaks down why weight gain isn't willpower — it's hormones, metabolism, and mindset. You'll learn why pairing GLP-1s with behavior coaching leads to 48% more weight loss than medication alone, how to safely combine HRT and GLP-1s (and in what order), and why perimenopause is your window to get ahead of muscle loss and metabolic slowdown. As Dr. Mann puts it: "How you feed yourself is how you love yourself." Let's get smart about it, beauties! FOLLOW A CERTAIN AGE ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠LinkedIn⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ GET INBOX INSPO: Sign up for our newsletter ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠AGE BOLDLY⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ We share new episodes, giveaways, links we love, and midlife resources Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if the key to transforming your health wasn't another workout plan, but finding a community that makes you want to keep showing up? In this week's episode, I sit down with Aeshia Branch, founder and CEO of Pretty Girl Sweat, to talk about creating a movement that has inspired thousands of women to make fitness fun, accessible, and empowering. Our conversation goes far beyond exercise. We talk about confidence, identity, entrepreneurship, community, and why women, especially in midlife, deserve spaces where they feel supported instead of judged. If you've ever struggled to stay consistent with your wellness goals or you've been looking for a healthier relationship with movement, this episode will remind you that wellness isn't about punishment. It's about connection. In this episode, we discuss: • How Aeshia turned one fitness event into a national wellness movement • Why community is one of the biggest missing pieces in women's health • How movement builds confidence far beyond the gym • The importance of creating healthy habits that last through every season of life • Why making fitness fun leads to long-term success • What women in midlife can learn from the Pretty Girl Sweat movement • How purpose and entrepreneurship can grow from simply solving a problem Whether you're rebuilding healthy habits, looking for more energy, or simply searching for women who inspire you to become your healthiest self, this conversation is full of wisdom and encouragement. I'd love to know what resonated with you most. Be sure to subscribe, leave a review, and share this episode with a friend who could use this reminder. For more Information about Aeshia and Pretty Girls Sweat, visit her websites: https://prettygirlssweat.com/ https://www.sweatmakescents.org/   You can also follow Aeshia online at: https://instagram.com/prettygirlssweat https://www.tiktok.com/@prettygirlssweat https://www.youtube.com/prettygirlssweat https://x.com/prettygirlsweat https://www.facebook.com/PrettyGirlsSweat/ https://www.instagram.com/aeshiadevorebranch https://www.instagram.com/sweatmakescents   Join the Energy Institute Today: https://info.theenergyexam.com/the-energy-institute Subscribe To My Newsletter: https://moira-kucaba.kit.com/ Learn more about MAKE Wellness Peptides:  https://meet.makewellness.com/?referral=74249EEEC5 Learn more about becoming an Affiliate: https://themakeexperience.com/74249EEEC5 Follow Me On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/moirakucaba/?hl=en Watch On Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@moirakucaba5802 Free Resources: https://moira-kucaba.kit.com/freebielibrary  

Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition® Practitioner, holistic health coach, and certified personal trainer, who specializes in female hormones, helping women with weight release and energy gain in pre and post menopause, and finding clarity in hormonal chaos.After helping thousands of women lose weight in their 20's and 30's, Bria recognized a difficult shift in women's ability to get results in their body during their perimenopause years. With more than 15 years of experience in the fitness and nutrition industry, Bria created a proven strategy to dramatically improve the challenges women are experiencing in weight release and energy.Her podcast The Period Whisperer is a top 1% wellness podcast in the world with an instagram following of over 19,000. Bria has been featured in Fox News, Women's Health and top women's podcasts such as The MidLife Makeover Show to name a few. SHOW NOTES:0:39 Welcome to the podcast!3:09 About Bria Gadd4:03 Welcome her to the show!5:27 Is perimenopause the problem?7:18 Spotting initial symptoms10:32 Confusion around HRT11:20 Functional lab testing14:12 Digestive & Gut Support16:20 What perimenopause symptoms are trying to tell you18:45 Root causes of adrenal dysfunction20:56 Why working with a practitioner cuts through the noise24:18 Before detox27:15 How your period changes30:08 Before starting HRT34:33 Birth control stories35:50 Impact of endotoxins on hormones41:59 Deficiency in joy43:14 Peptides for perimenopause48:45 Poor sleep & blood sugar 52:51 Her POV on peptides56:49 Her Midlife Mojo program58:22 Her final piece of advice59:12 Thanks for tuning inRESOURCES:Website: https://www.briatheperiodwhisperer.com/ IG: @bria_period_whispherer Facebook: BriaThePeriodWhisperer/ TikTok: briagadd YouTube: @bria_period_whisperer Podcast: The Period Whisperer Podcast Beam Minerals - code: Yuka AppEllie MDSupport this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/biohacker-babes-podcast/donationsAdvertising Inquiries: https://redcircle.com/brands

About Kim Benoy: She is a mom, a wife, and a registered nurse who found a passion for inspiring others using essential oils and her voice as a podcast host. She helps women 40 and over find their courage, confidence, and calm by helping them clear out what's holding them back. In this episode, Jennie and Kim discuss: The biggest win in business  The best way to convince others  Integrating passion into your business  How to build confidence     Key Takeaways: The biggest win in this business is helping people. Having a large customer base is visible and tangible proof that you're helping a lot of people.  There are a lot of people who have negative views about network marketing and the best way to enlighten them about the good things about this business is not through argument, but through your actions - by continuing to help people and by succeeding together.  Whatever it is you are passionate about or gets you up in the morning, integrate that into your business. This will make your work more fun, motivating, and life-giving.  To take courage means to first experience fear. Out of that courage will you be able to build your confidence.  "Starting on that journey to be more courageous and confident, that starts in your own head.." —  Kim Benoy Get Kim Benoy's guide, “Three Easy Ways To Change Your Mindset Now” for FREE by clicking on this link and signing up: https://www.midlifewithcourage.com/free-resources  Connect with Kim Benoy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Midlifewithcourage  Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/midlife_with_courage/  Website: https://www.midlifewithcourage.com  Blog: https://www.midlifewithcourage.com/blog  Podcast: https://www.midlifewithcourage.com/podcast  Email: Midlifewithcourage@gmail.com  CONNECT WITH JENNIE: Twitter: https://twitter.com/jenniebpl Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/badassdirectsalesmastery/app/307339332686535/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/badassdirectsalesmastery/ Website: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/  Show: https://badassdirectsalesmastery.com/blog/ YouTube: LinkedIn: Email: jennie@badassdirectsalesmastery.com Don't miss the Badass Direct Sales Mastery Virtual Summit, happening March 24-26, 2022! Go reserve your complimentary digital seat at https://summit.badassdirectsalesmastery.com   Show notes by Podcastologist: Justine Talla Audio production by Turnkey Podcast Productions. You're the expert. Your podcast will prove it. 

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What if the reason you don't feel confident is that you're waiting for confidence before you start?In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, let me challenge you with one of the most common beliefs in personal development: that you must first believe in yourself before taking action. But why does action create confidence, and not the other way around?Drawing from personal stories, coaching experiences, and practical examples, I know how fear, procrastination, and negative self-talk often keep women stuck. More importantly, I know how every promise you keep to yourself builds the self-trust necessary for lasting confidence.If you're feeling overwhelmed, starting over in midlife, writing a book, launching a business, healing after disappointment, or simply trying to stop playing small, this conversation offers practical encouragement to help you move forward.In this episode, you'll learn:Why confidence is built through action instead of motivationThe hidden reason procrastination keeps showing upHow fear creates negative mental associationsWhy keeping promises to yourself builds self-esteemPractical ways to strengthen self-trust every dayHow to stop shrinking and start living with courageWhether you're navigating midlife, starting over after a setback, pursuing a new dream, or simply trying to believe in yourself again, these practical strategies will help you take your next brave step.Timestamps:0:00 - Intro1:31 - Why confidence doesn't come first2:32 - The secret to building confidence3:51 - How to overcome procrastination and fear9:52 - Build self-trust by keeping promises to yourself12:45 - Stop playing small and start living bravelyQuotations:"You don't have to believe in yourself to start building confidence.""Actions come first, and confidence comes later.""One way that you build confidence is by keeping your promises to yourself.""Stop playing small."Resources:♀️ Join the community of the The Brave-Hearted Woman ☆ Self-Rescue for Worn Out Working Wonder Women: https://www.facebook.com/groups/braveheartedwoman

Send us Fan MailFor so many women, midlife becomes the moment they feel like they need to control their bodies more.Eat less. Cut carbs. Increase protein. Start fasting. Fix your cortisol. Track everything.But what if perimenopause and menopause are not the time to start another diet?In this episode, we're joined by Dr. Jenn Salib Huber, a naturopathic doctor, registered dietitian, menopause nutritionist, and author of Eat to Thrive During Menopause, for a refreshing conversation about intuitive eating through midlife.We talk about why perimenopause can create a second wave of body dissatisfaction, how years of dieting can disconnect women from their hunger and fullness cues, and what it actually means to rebuild trust with your body.Dr. Jenn breaks down the difference between eating whatever you want and true intuitive eating, why satisfaction is such an important part of nutrition, and how restriction can fuel the exact overeating patterns women are trying to avoid.We also get into the biggest midlife nutrition conversations happening online, including metabolism changes, protein, carbohydrates, soy, dairy, creatine, calcium, intermittent fasting, “cortisol belly,” and whether women really need to completely overhaul the way they eat during perimenopause and menopause.This episode is not about ignoring nutrition or giving up on your health. It is about learning how to nourish yourself without spending the next several decades tracking, restricting, and constantly feeling like your body is a problem that needs to be fixed.You can find Dr. Jenn Salib Huber on Instagram at @menopause.nutritionist, and her book, Eat to Thrive During Menopause, is available wherever books are sold.Use code GGW20 for 20% Stay Above Nutrition products (US & Canada)!You can check them out hereSHOP OUR MERCH HERE

In this episode, Dana is joined by midlife and burnout coach Jody Brooks, who shares his story of hitting rock bottom. His "pile of ash" moment came in a restroom cubicle, crying so hard he could barely breathe, realizing burnout was a full-body shutdown. This crisis became his calling, leading him to drive home and completely re-evaluate his life. Jody reveals how he learned that feeling lost in midlife isn't a crisis, but a calling to connect with your authentic self. He introduces his practical framework for authentic living, explaining why the first step to moving forward is to "start stopping" what no longer serves you.  Jody's Website  Jody's Linkedin ----------- Watch this episode. Learn more about Phoenix and Flame, connect with Dana, and listen to more episodes here. Book Dana for your next speaking event or workshop. ----------- My MicDrop links ↓ Mic Drop Webinar Mic Drop Workshop Mic Drop Bootcamp

Most of what we hear about the middle part of our lives is untrue. It's focused on the myth of the midlife crisis rather than the realities of these years. This can create a sense of dread for a period of time with tremendous upside. Margie Lachman has spent her career studying midlife. She's author of the book, Primetime: A New Vision for Midlife, Professor of Psychology at Brandeis University, and an expert in adult development and aging. Margie also directs the Brandeis University's Lifespan Lab. This is a conversation about the complexities of midlife. In it Margie shares how to navigate them successfully. Episode Links The ‘Midlife Crisis' is Overblown – It's Actually an Opportunity Why Midlife Might Actually Be Awesome 5 Ways to Shape Your Health and Happiness in Midlife The Team Learn more about host, Gayle Allen, and producer, Rob Mancabelli, here. Support the Podcast If you like the show, please rate and review it on iTunes or wherever you subscribe, and tell a friend or family member about the show. Subscribe Click here and then scroll down to see a sample of sites where you can subscribe.

Send us Fan MailEpisode 046: Men's Midlife Wake-Up Call: Metabolism, Movement, and Prostate ScreeningFor many men, the first signs of aging aren't gray hair—they're a growing waistline, slower recovery after workouts, rising blood pressure, and the realization that they don't feel as strong or energetic as they once did. In this episode, Dr. Angela sits down with Dr. John from Thrive Family Health to discuss why the 40s and 50s are often a turning point for men's health and how small, intentional changes can dramatically improve long-term health.Together, they explore how metabolism changes with age, why movement matters more than ever, and how sleep, nutrition, stress, and hormone health all work together to influence energy, strength, and overall well-being. They also discuss why physically demanding jobs don't always provide the type of exercise the body needs and how purposeful strength training, mobility work, and recovery can help prevent injury and maintain function.The conversation also emphasizes the importance of preventive care and cancer screening. Dr. Angela and Dr. John explain how prostate cancer screening has evolved, why establishing a baseline PSA around age 45 (or earlier for those with higher risk or a family history) can be valuable, and why urinary symptoms should never be ignored. They also review the role of colon cancer screening and how early detection has significantly improved outcomes for many cancers.Whether you're entering midlife yourself or encouraging someone you care about to prioritize their health, this episode is a reminder that aging doesn't have to mean declining health—and that the best time to take action is before symptoms become serious.In This EpisodeWhy many men delay seeking medical care until midlifeHow metabolism changes with age—and what you can do about itThe impact of sleep, stress, nutrition, and physical activity on long-term healthWhy physically demanding work isn't always enough to stay healthyThe importance of strength training, mobility, and injury preventionWhen changes in libido or erectile function may signal underlying cardiovascular diseaseCurrent recommendations for prostate cancer screening and PSA testingWhen to start colon cancer screening and why early detection saves livesWhy routine preventive care can help men stay healthy and active for decades to comeChapters00:00 – Men's Midlife Wake-Up Call: Metabolism, Movement & Aging Well09:18 – Cancer Screening, PSA Testing & PreventionSupport the showFollow me on Instagram @angelalifestylemd and don't forget to SUBSCRIBE to my podcast & SHARE this episode.

If your porch light seems to attract every moth and flying insect in the neighborhood, you're not imagining it. Scientists have finally figured out why artificial lights are so irresistible to many insects—and knowing what they've discovered can help you keep more bugs away this summer. https://www.nature.com/articles/s41467-024-44785-3 Some people seem to light up a room the moment they walk in. Others naturally draw people in, inspire confidence, and make lasting impressions. We call it charisma, and many assume you're either born with it or you're not. Olivia Fox Cabane says that's simply not true. In this conversation, she explains what charisma really is, why it's often misunderstood, and the surprisingly practical skills anyone can learn to become more influential and engaging. Olivia has advised leaders at Google, Deloitte, UBS, MGM, and TikTok, and is author of The Charisma Myth: How Anyone Can Master the Art and Science of Personal Magnetism (https://amzn.to/44kpuyI). For decades, we've talked about "the midlife crisis" as though it's inevitable. But what if we've gotten midlife completely wrong? Research suggests that your middle years can be one of the most productive, satisfying, and influential periods of your life. So why does this stage have such a negative reputation? And what are people in midlife uniquely positioned to do that younger and older adults often can't? Margie Lachman, Professor of Psychology at Brandeis University and director of the Lifespan Lab, shares a fresh, evidence-based perspective on why midlife deserves a lot more celebration than sympathy. She is author of Primetime: A New Vision for Midlife (https://amzn.to/4bpLbRJ). Have you ever searched everywhere for your keys or your glasses, only to discover they were sitting in plain sight the whole time? It's a surprisingly common experience, and it reveals something fascinating about how your brain decides what you do—and don't—see. https://dictionary.apa.org/inattentional-blindness PLEASE SUPPORT OUR SPONSORS WAYFAIR: Ready to upgrade your home for way less? Head to ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Wayfair.com⁠⁠⁠⁠ right now to shop all things home and get your space ready for less.  QUINCE: Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Quince.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too! SHOPIFY: It's time to turn those "what ifs" into CHA CHING with Shopify Today! Sign up for your $1 per month trail and start selling today at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://Shopify.com/sysk⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ INDEED: Get a $75 Sponsored Job credit to help get your job the premium status it deserves at ⁠⁠⁠https://Indeed.com/PODCAST⁠⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dr. Melissa Mondala joins Rip to talk about women's health, autoimmune disease, anxiety, perimenopause, metabolic health, hormones, and the power of whole food, plant-based lifestyle medicine.A family medicine and lifestyle medicine physician, Dr. Melissa shares her personal journey from struggling with GERD, IBS, fatigue, and serious health challenges to discovering the transformative power of plant-based nutrition during her training at Loma Linda. She also shares how meeting Dr. Caldwell Esselstyn and Ann Esselstyn helped shape the way she practices medicine today.Rip and Dr. Mondala explore why so many women feel anxious, foggy, inflamed, exhausted, or “off” — and how food, blood sugar, hormones, stress, sleep, trauma, movement, and metabolic health all connect.They also discuss coronary calcium scans, advanced lipid testing, fatty liver disease, perimenopause symptoms, plant-based protein, resistance training, hormone replacement therapy, and why lifestyle medicine is often the most powerful tool in the medical toolbox.Dr. Mondala's message is clear: you are not broken, you are not crazy, and there is so much you can do to reclaim your health.Watch the Episode on YouTubeLearn More About our 2026 Live PLANTSTRONG Events: https://plantstrongevents.com/ Let Us Help Your PLANTSTRONG JourneyLearn More About Our Corporate Wellness Program: https://liveplantstrong.com/corporate-wellness/ COMPLEMENT: Use code PLANTSTRONG for 30% off at https://lovecomplement.com/pages/plantstrong-special-offer Follow PLANTSTRONG and Rip Esselstynhttps://plantstrong.com/ https://www.facebook.com/GoPlantstrong https://www.instagram.com/goplantstrong/https://www.instagram.com/ripesselstyn/ Follow the PLANTSTRONG Podcast and Give the Show a 5-star RatingApple PodcastsSpotify

Who am I now? There is a moment many women reach somewhere in the middle of life when this question rises to the surface and won't go away.This question is often sparked by a role that has shifted or a relationship that has changed. Whatever the trigger, this is not a midlife crisis; it's an invitation.I'm joined by midlife transition coach Jennifer Stanley to talk about how to turn life's “what now?” moments from crises into powerful invitations for growth. We're going deep on why leaders who embrace this question step into richer, more meaningful chapters, not just for themselves, but for everyone counting on them. Jennifer Stanley is a midlife transition coach for women and an Enneagram educator and coach. She specializes in helping women navigate midlife transitions with greater clarity, confidence, and purpose. Jennifer guides women in rediscovering who they are, what matters most, and how they want to live the second half of life.You'll discover how self-awareness, agency, and community can completely transform your path as a leader and as a person. By the end of this episode, you'll have new language, practical steps, and fresh hope for both leading yourself and supporting others through life's transitions.Leadership Lesson Highlights(00:00) Midlife Clarity for Women Leaders: “Who am I now?” is the leadership question that changes everything(04:07) What your tiredness is telling you(05:04) The power of the pause and taking an intermission before you design Act 2(06:27) How using the Enneagram helps define you as the main character in your story(09:56) How the Enneagram can show you potential roadblocks and blind spots(15:58) The unique wisdom and power of midlife women(17:17) Why it's OK to outgrow some of the people and relationships in Act 1(22:43) How can organizations and leaders support midlife women?Learn More and Connect with Jennifer Stanleyhttps://livingwellbyjen.com/About Andrea ButcherAndrea Butcher is a visionary business leader, executive coach, and keynote speaker—she empowers leaders to gain clarity through the chaos by being MORE of who they already are. Her experiences—serving as CEO, leading at an executive level, and working in and leading global teams—make her uniquely qualified to support leadership and business success. She hosts the popular leadership podcast, Being [at Work] with a global audience of over 600,000 listeners and is the author of The Power in the Pivot (Red Thread Publishing 2022) and HR Kit for Dummies (Wiley 2023).Connect with Andreahttps://www.abundantempowerment.com/LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/leaderdevelopmentcoach/Abundant Empowerment Upcoming Eventshttps://www.abundantempowerment.com/eventsSubscribe to the podcast in Apple Podcastshttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/being-at-work/id1468460670Subscribe to the podcast on Spotifyhttps://open.spotify.com/show/4xU1c5ncX5Vuukohwhps34

What if the reason friendship feels harder in midlife has nothing to do with you, and everything to do with the fact that no one ever told you it would take intention? This week on the Glow Up, Gyrl Podcast, Kyra sits down with Cheryl Dillon, life coach, writer, speaker, and founder of Funderful Experiences, where she helps women create midlife chapters that are joyful, vibrant, and intentional. Cheryl is also the co-founder of Equitable Mediation Services, where she has spent nearly two decades coaching individuals through the emotional complexities of separation and divorce. This conversation is warm, wise, and full of the kind of practical guidance that makes deeper friendship feel possible again, starting with the friendship you have with yourself. In this episode: The delightful breakfast-table story behind the name Funderful Experiences Why making real friendships gets harder in midlife, even when you are surrounded by people The difference between casual socializing and environments where genuine friendship can grow Why one person going first with vulnerability gives everyone else permission What it means to be a friend to yourself, and why it is the prerequisite for real connection Small shifts for moving past small talk: better questions, real stories, genuine interest Why midlife is not a season of decline but the chapter you finally get to write yourself The one thing to do first if you are craving deeper friendships: stop waiting All about the Connected Hearts community and the online version coming soon Whether you are craving deeper friendships, navigating a big transition, or learning to show up as your whole self, this episode will meet you exactly where you are. Learn more: funderfulexperiences.com Join the Connected Hearts waiting list: funderfulexperiences.com (under Connected Hearts) Follow Cheryl: @funderful_experiences Stay connected to Glow Up, Gyrl: Website: glowupgyrl.com | Email: hello@glowupgyrl.com Instagram, TikTok, LinkedIn: @glowupgyrl | Facebook: @glowupgyrlatl Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if your strongest, most adventurous years are still ahead of you — not behind you? In this episode of The Art of Living Well Podcast®, Marnie and Stephanie sit down with Jen Segger, world-class endurance athlete, high-performance coach, and co-founder of the Rebuild Retreat, to explore what it really looks like to keep dreaming bigger in midlife. From her roots in adventure racing to coaching women through the physiology of perimenopause and beyond, Jen brings a grounded, practical perspective on what separates the women who achieve meaningful goals from those who stay stuck. Jen's path started with a pivot away from competitive field hockey and a move to Whistler in her early twenties, where she began building a life around adventure racing — a sport that takes teams through remote terrain for up to ten days nonstop. Over two decades, she has raced across the world, guided expeditions in Colombia, co-created immersive retreats on Vancouver Island, and built a coaching practice around getting people to the finish line of whatever matters most to them. Whether you're training for your first endurance event, trying to figure out how to work with your hormones instead of against them, or simply wondering what's still possible in this chapter of life, this conversation will help you move forward. Key Takeaways: Starting small is not settling — it's the most sustainable path to a big goal The most consistent athletes aren't the most talented; they're the ones who protect their training time like an appointment with themselves Comparison is one of the biggest obstacles women face in perimenopause and goal-setting alike Your goal needs to be genuinely yours — not what your peers are doing or what looks good on paper Working with a coach isn't just about a training plan; it's about accountability, external perspective, and staying coachable Longevity matters more than peak performance — Jen herself is currently prioritizing addressing imbalances over racing Integrating your goals with your family life makes them more sustainable, not smaller Midlife is not a signal to scale back; it's an invitation to get clearer about what you actually want Episode Breakdown with Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction & How Marnie and Stephanie Met Jen 01:32 Jen's Path From Field Hockey to Adventure Racing 03:51 What Adventure Racing Teaches You About Life 09:32 Staying Motivated After 25 Years as an Athlete 11:12 What to Say to Women Who Think Midlife Means Slowing Down 14:12 How to Set a Goal That's Actually Yours 16:39 Planning Your Year With Intention 23:24 Working With Your Hormones in Perimenopause 26:28 What Separates Women Who Achieve Goals From Those Who Get Stuck 30:57 Why Every Woman Needs a Coach 35:40 The Rebuild Retreat on Vancouver Island 39:53 The Colombia Trekking Expedition With Terra Venture 51:42 One Thing You Can Do This Week 53:01 What's Lighting Jen Up Right Now 56:30 "What Does the Art of Living Well Mean to You?" Guest Links: Website: jensegger.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jensegger/ Terra Venture expeditions (Colombia): https://www.terra-venture.com/expeditions If you've been feeling sluggish, foggy, or just not like yourself lately, this is where we'd start. The Vitality Reboot is a 7-day functional medicine liver detox you can do anytime, at your own pace, with full support from us along the way. Women consistently tell us it's the thing that finally helps them feel like themselves again. Start here Subscribe to our Substack to get episode updates, wellness tips, and personal reflections from Marnie & Stephanie delivered straight to your inbox. If you love the show and want to support what we're building, consider a paid subscription for $30 annually. Follow & Connect: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theartofliving_well/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@theartoflivingwellpodcast LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@theartoflivingwel/ Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/4gym3jOPdSHwrpM1BmxyJz Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-art-of-living-well-podcast/id1482050468 Connect with your Hosts:  https://www.theartoflivingwell.us/about-us

In this intriguing replay episode, we welcome writer, actress, comedian, artist, podcaster, and author of the deeply personal memoir Earth to Moon, Moon Unit Zappa. Moon shares what it was really like growing up as the daughter of legendary musician Frank Zappa and Gail Zappa, revealing a childhood marked by emotional neglect, family dysfunction, fame, resilience, and ultimately, healing. Moon explains that writing Earth to Moon became an act of survival after her mother's death in 2015 forced her to reevaluate everything she believed about family, trust, loyalty, and love. Drawing from journals she had kept throughout her life, she revisits defining moments that shaped her identity while reclaiming the phrase "Earth to Moon" (once used by her mother as criticism) as a symbol of finally telling her own story from her perspective. The conversation explores Moon's complicated relationship with both parents. She shares how she idolized Frank Zappa while longing for his attention during his years of constant touring. Listeners hear the touching story behind the creation of the iconic hit "Valley Girl," which began with a note Moon slipped under her father's studio door asking if they could collaborate. What she thought was simply a fun father-daughter recording session unexpectedly became a cultural phenomenon that launched her into the spotlight while creating new tensions within her family. Moon also reflects on growing up with a mother she describes as emotionally difficult to please. She discusses years spent believing she was somehow responsible for their fractured relationship before eventually accepting, through therapy, yoga, and years of personal work, that some relationships cannot be repaired by one person alone. Looking back, she wonders whether her mother may have struggled with undiagnosed mental health or neurodivergent challenges, while acknowledging that she can never know for certain. Throughout the interview, Moon candidly discusses the lasting impact of emotional neglect, perfectionism, hypervigilance, and low self-worth. Despite public perceptions that she was effortlessly cool during the height of her fame, she reveals the insecurities that accompanied growing up in an emotionally unpredictable household. She shares the "kid math" she unconsciously performed, believing that if her father devoted time to people he claimed meant nothing to him instead of spending time with her, then she must somehow matter even less. The discussion also examines several painful moments detailed in Earth to Moon, including her mother's controlling influence over her early acting career, pressure to leave home while still a teenager, financial demands placed upon her as a young adult, and the emotional toll of constantly seeking approval that never seemed to come. One of the most moving parts of the conversation centers on grief and forgiveness. Moon recounts learning that her father, after being diagnosed with terminal prostate cancer, was unwilling or unable to have the heartfelt conversations she desperately hoped would bring closure. Years later, when Gail became terminally ill, Moon chose compassion over confrontation, offering forgiveness before discovering difficult truths about her mother's handling of Frank Zappa's estate and final wishes. She openly discusses the complicated legal disputes surrounding the Zappa family estate, emphasizing that the deepest wounds were never about money but about feeling excluded from her father's legacy and emotionally devalued by those closest to her. Moon reflects on how each of her siblings experienced a different version of their parents, illustrating how birth order, family dynamics, and changing circumstances shape childhood in unique ways. She explains that while the legal battles fractured family relationships, writing Earth to Moon allowed her to process those experiences without turning the memoir into an exercise in blame. She reveals that her earliest draft was fueled by anger before she intentionally rewrote the book with greater compassion, humor, and understanding. The conversation concludes with Moon's reflections on marriage, parenting, and breaking generational cycles. She candidly admits she entered adulthood without healthy relationship models but became determined to create something different for her own child. Through parenting research, emotional honesty, and open communication, she has embraced opportunities to apologize, grow, and model the kind of unconditional love she longed for as a child. For Moon, parenting has become proof that family patterns do not have to be repeated. Whether you're a longtime Frank Zappa fan, interested in celebrity memoirs, or navigating your own family relationships, Moon Unit Zappa's story offers powerful insights into healing from the past while creating a healthier future.

Welcome to our first-ever solo episode with host Amanda Goetz! With an impressive career trajectory that spans roles at big corporations, startups, and as an author, Amanda offers invaluable insights into navigating the professional world in this big-sister-style coffee chat. She pulls from her own career path (Ernst & Young → celebrity wedding planner → startup founder → The Knot → CMO at Reale Actives) to give you real, tactical advice on annual reviews, one-on-ones, burnout, job searching, and more.  Consider this your permission slip to stop white-knuckling your career on your own.  Got a question for a future episode? Send it to @girlboss or @theamandagoetz on Instagram. 00:00 Intro 01:43 Amanda's career journey 03:46 What she'd tell herself during the hardest year of her life 04:40 Her go-to career book recommendation 05:12 How to make the most of one-on-ones with your manager 06:56 Balancing your own opinions with your team's ideas as a leader 10:04 Returning to work after a year-long maternity leave 11:22 How to prepare for your annual review 14:56 Redesigning your career mid-life 17:38 How to know when it's time to leave a job 20:25 Falling back in love with your work 22:51 How to work with someone you don't get along with 24:37 Staying organized (and sane) as a business owner 26:41 Staying motivated during a tough job search 27:36 Managing email and outreach anxiety 28:56 Getting your manager to notice how much you're doing 30:00 Balancing all the hats marketers have to wear 31:31 Outro Key Takeaways Use the "start, stop, continue" framework in every one-on-one—it turns feedback into something structured, not confrontational. Build a weekly "operating rhythm," so your team always knows when to bring you ideas. Send a "managing up Monday" email each week: top wins, focus areas, and shout-outs. Visibility trumps ability. Before an annual review, translate your work into business terms your boss can repeat to their boss. Career changes don't need to be justified in hindsight—just take the next step with the best info you have. Confront conflict directly instead of triangulating through other people. "Focus and finish": pick two priorities a day instead of running an endless to-do list. Networking should start long before you need it—keep a running list of contacts and stay in touchGUEST LINKS Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theamandagoetz/ Book: https://bookshop.org/a/116169/9781464233258  https://www.amandagoetz.com/  FOLLOW THE PODCAST IG: https://www.instagram.com/girlboss/  TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@girlboss  Amanda Goetz: https://www.instagram.com/theamandagoetz/  https://girlboss.com/pages/ambition-2-0-podcast  SIGN UP  Subscribe to the Girlboss Daily newsletter: https://newsletter.girlboss.com/   For all other Girlboss links: https://linkin.bio/girlboss/  ABOUT AMBITION 2.0  Powered by Girlboss, Ambition 2.0 is a podcast where we'll be exploring what it really means to "have it all" in work, family, identity, and self… and if it's actually worth it. Each week, you'll hear from hardworking women who've walked the tightrope of ambition. They'll share their costly mistakes, lessons learned, and practical tips for how to have it all and actually love what you have. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How many times have you been told, "Your labs are normal," even though you know something doesn't feel right? In this empowering solo episode, Dr. Mariza challenges one of the biggest beliefs women have been conditioned to accept: that being a "good patient" means staying quiet, pushing through symptoms, and trusting a healthcare system that has historically overlooked women's biology. She explores how decades of research gaps, delayed recognition of perimenopause, and outdated medical training have left millions of women feeling dismissed, unheard, and convinced that exhaustion, brain fog, anxiety, poor sleep, weight gain, and hormone changes are simply part of getting older. Dr. Mariza explains why perimenopause is far more than a reproductive transition. It's a neurological, metabolic, cardiovascular, and whole-body transition that deserves proactive care—not years of unnecessary suffering. Most importantly, she shares practical strategies for becoming an active partner in your healthcare, including how to prepare for appointments, ask better questions, understand your symptoms, and advocate for the care you deserve. If you've ever left a doctor's appointment feeling unheard or wondering if it's "all in your head," this episode will remind you that your symptoms matter, your intuition matters, and you deserve answers. IN THIS EPISODE Why women have been conditioned to become "good patients" The hidden impact of research gaps in women's healthcare Why "your labs are normal" isn't always the full story How perimenopause affects the brain, metabolism, heart, and hormones The questions every woman should ask at her medical appointments How to prepare for appointments so you become an active partner in your care The difference between normal lab ranges and optimal health Why you deserve evidence-based care that prioritizes your long-term health QUOTES “You are the CEO of your health.” “Symptoms are not inconveniences to silence. They are signals to understand.” “Normal isn't always the same as optimal.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Stop surviving and start thriving: join the free 5-day challenge beginning July 27, 2026: https://drmariza.com/jumpstart Use code ENERGIZED and get 10% off on your MitoQ Order http://www.mitoq.com/energized%C2%A0 Order my newest book: The Perimenopause Revolution Thriving in Perimenopause Survival Guide Joy & Blokes Lab Testing RELATED EPISODES  761: Finding Your Way Back to Pleasure and Feeling Fully Alive with Gabriella Espinosa 759: Tired, Wired & Inflamed? The Sleep Fix Most Women Are Missing with Dr. Michael Breus 756: What Low-Grade Inflammation Is Really Doing to Your Hormones, Brain & Metabolism with Dr. Mariza 650: Unlock Your Health: The Ultimate Biomarker & Lab Blueprint to Thrive in Midlife and Beyond

Description:What if your biggest breakthrough hasn't happened yet?In this joyful and deeply encouraging conversation, Jen sits down with comedian, author, actress, and beloved storyteller Leanne Morgan to talk about dreams, disappointment, perseverance, and the surprising possibilities waiting for us in midlife.As part of our Sacred Yes: Reclaiming Joy in Midlife series, we're bringing back one of our most-loved episodes because Leanne's story embodies everything this season is about: saying yes to possibility, trusting your own timeline, and refusing to believe that life's best chapters belong exclusively to youth.Before sold-out tours, bestselling books, Netflix specials, and national recognition, Leanne spent decades raising children, caring for family, performing in comedy clubs, and quietly holding onto a dream that seemed increasingly unlikely. Then, in her fifties, everything changed.With her trademark humor and warmth, Leanne shares what it was like to keep showing up long after many people would have given up. She reflects on motherhood, caregiving, marriage, becoming a grandmother, and the surprising freedom that comes with getting older.Most of all, she reminds us that there is no expiration date on becoming who we're meant to be.Over this delightful hour, Leanne will regale you with charming hard-won life lessons including:● Why success arriving later can be a gift● The power of perseverance through disappointment● The balancing act of holding dreams, caregiving, and family life all with care● How humor helps us survive hard seasons● Why comparison is a thief of joy● The freedom that comes with embracing your own timeline● What it means to trust that what's meant for you won't miss youIf you've ever wondered whether you've missed your chance, whether it's too late to pivot, or whether your most joyful years are already behind you, Leanne has a message for you:You are not behind. You are not too late. Your story is still unfolding.Thought-provoking Quotes:★ "I always just knew it was going to happen... I knew there were people out there going through the same thing I'm going through. I just didn't know how to reach them." — Leanne Morgan ★ "I really try to be present and enjoy it, because what a gift after all these years. It's just like icing on the cake, really." — Leanne Morgan ★ "I hope they take away: use humor to get you through hard times. I think it's the best thing that could ever happen to anybody, to be able to laugh through the bad times." — Leanne Morgan ★ "I've got to be me. I've got to do what I've got to do. If y'all love me or if you don't, it's okay." — Leanne Morgan Resources Mentioned in This Episode:➢ What in the World?!: A Southern Woman's Guide to Laughing at Life's Unexpected Curveballs by Leanne Morgan - https://www.leannemorgan.com/book➢ I'm Every Woman (Netflix Special) - https://www.netflix.com/title/81688708➢ You're Cordially Invited (Amazon MGM Studios) - https://www.amazon.com/gp/video/detail/B0D9WF53QX➢