Podcasts about midlife

When was the last time you did something just for fun?If you had to pause and think… you're not alone.In Part 1 of my conversation with Treena Innes, Your Life Fun Expert, we unpack why fun feels so hard in midlife and how we slowly lost our connection to joy. This episode will help you feel seen, understood, and a little more hopeful—especially if life has felt heavy or too serious lately.Next week, we'll get practical. Today, we're setting the foundation with the mindset shifts that make space for fun again.What we cover:Why so many women lose their “fun habit”How guilt, comparison, and generational messages shape usThe impact of technology on how we view joyWhat happens when we never make time for playHow fun strengthens resilience, clarity, and emotional well-beingWhat “Fun Health” is—and why it's just as important as physical healthKey Takeaways:You weren't taught to prioritize fun—and that's not a personal failure.Fun isn't frivolous. It's fuel.Joy actually supports your mental, emotional, and physical health.You can't wait for life to calm down to feel joy—you create it now.Connect with Treenaminddoodles.caFinding Fun Experiment Podcast@treena_minddoodles Resources:Instagram- https://www.instagram.com/shellyniehaus/Simple Shifts Newsletter: https://midlifemadesimplepodcast.com/tipsWomen Entrepreneurs In Prayer Call - https://midlifemadesimplepodcast.com/prayer

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So many women in midlife say the same thing: "I feel heavier inside, and I don't know why." The truth is, hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can profoundly affect your emotions — often in ways no one ever warned you about. In this compassionate episode of Tea & Truth, Lynne breaks down the real science behind the emotional weight of hormonal change, including how fluctuations in estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and neurotransmitters influence your mood, stress tolerance, sleep, and overall emotional stability. We also explore the human experience — the overwhelm, the irritability, the tears that come out of nowhere, the feeling that small things suddenly feel big, and why midlife tends to amplify everything emotionally.

After 20 years of prescribing hormone replacement therapy to tens of thousands of patients, both in her clinic and through her telemedicine company Menrva, I have identified the critical gaps in how HRT is being prescribed, monitored, and optimized across the United States. This isn't about "should you" do hormones. This is about how to do them right. In this episode,I break down the 10 non-negotiables you need to know if you're considering HRT, currently on HRT, or feeling like your current protocol isn't working. From the biochemistry of bioidentical vs. synthetic hormones to why your gut health determines how well your estrogen gets metabolized, this is the master class your doctor should have given you, but didn't. We're talking about natural bioidentical hormones, the truth behind the Women's Health Initiative (spoiler: it was about Premarin and synthetic progestins, NOT bioidentical estrogen), and how to use precision medicine to guide YOUR hormone replacement therapy, not a one-size-fits-all protocol that leaves 50% of women undertreated and 25% overtreated. Discover The 10 Non-negotiables: #1 - Bioidentical Is NOT a Buzzword #2 - Your Symptoms Are Metabolic Signals #3 - The WHI Study Was About Premarin & Provera #4 - Your Gut & Estrogen Are in Constant Conversation #5 - Testosterone Is a Woman's Friend After 40 #6 - HRT Is NOT One-Size-Fits-All #7 - Timing Matters #8 - Delivery Method Makes or Breaks Results #9 - BHRT Works Best When You Address the Big Five #10 - The Goal Isn't to Feel Younger, It's to Feel More Like YOU   Midlife isn't the beginning of the end, it's a time of radical transition and ownership. Hormone replacement therapy is one of the biggest levers you have. Use it wisely.

In this week's episode of Wealthy and Aligned , I share how Human Design and the Gene Keys helped me rebuild trust with myself, soften out of survival mode, and finally become the confident, aligned woman I always knew I was becoming.   We talk about: • what confidence looks like through your design • how midlife, burnout, and emotional survival shape your expression • why embodiment — not information — creates real transformation • the moments that shifted my marriage, my parenting, and my business • the power of your Wealth Codes™ in guiding every decision If you're craving clarity, self-trust, and a deeper sense of who you are, this conversation will ground you back into yourself.   Apply to Work with Danielle HERE  Download your Wealth Codes HERE  Get the Email Series that Pays HERE   

In today's episode of Message in the Middle, I'm joined by the one and only Steve Gamlin, speaker, author, storyteller, vision-board expert, and “The Motivational Firewood® Guy.” If you've ever felt stuck in the middle of your life, unsure of your next step, or wondering if you're too late to dream something new, this conversation will remind you just how much is still possible.Steve shares how his own twists and turns, rock bottom moments included, led him to a life built on service, intention, and the simple-but-powerful daily practice of showing up. We talk about why vision boards actually work, how to move from wishing to action, and how to rebuild confidence when life has knocked you down more than once.Inside this episode, we explore:Why midlife can be the moment for redefining your goals and identityHow visualization really worksWhat to do when you feel paralyzed by overwhelm or “starting over syndrome”How small, imperfect actions build long-term transformationWhy self-worth is tied to how we talk to ourselvesThe power of service, gratitude, and paying attention to what's going rightPractical steps you can take today to move forwardIf you're craving hope, direction, or a gentle nudge, this episode will speak right to the middle of your life and your heart.Connect with Steve:Website FBLinkedIn  Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today's episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content.Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...

Besties Stacy and Daynah dig into whether season 4 of The Morning Show still delivers on its original promise of women-centered power or simply mirrors the same messy systems it once set out to critique. They break down ambition, accountability, and the ways women turn on each other, calling out what felt uncomfortably real, what went under-examined, and why certain storylines landed harder than others. Along the way, they share their own experiences with getting fired for setting boundaries and navigating midlife reckoning energy, before circling back to Corey discourse, Stella's reckoning, Alex's choices, and why “girlboss” narratives tend to collapse when real power enters the room. Together, they ask the real question: is this empowerment or just realism dressed up as progress? 0:00 | Holiday chaos & faking it 3:30 | Midlife reckoning energy 7:45 | Setting boundaries & getting fired 14:10 | Work, rejection & feeling disposable 19:30 | The Morning Show: too real or not critical enough? 26:00 | Women in power & girlboss collapse 33:40 | Corey discourse & mommy issues 41:20 | Stella's reckoning & accountability 48:10 | Alex, ambition & questionable choices 54:30 | So… is this empowerment? Find Stacy: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠realeverything.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠instagram.com/realstacytoth⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠missionmakersart.com⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠missionalchemists.com⁠⁠ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

What if skincare didn't have to feel overwhelming — for our teens, for our daughters, and for us as grown women navigating midlife, hormones, melasma, retinol overwhelm, and the temptation of “quick fix” procedures?How do we know what actually works, what's safe, and what we're doing just because the internet told us to?In this episode, I sit down with double board certified dermatologist and dermatologic surgeon Dr. Angela Casey — also a mother of three and the founder of Bright Girl, a skincare line developed specifically for Gen Z and Gen Alpha. Together, we explore skincare across the lifespan — from tweens to teens to women in midlife — and how we can make smart, sustainable choices that support skin health now and long into the future.We also go deep into entrepreneurship, identity, motherhood, presence, and what it means to follow a calling even when life is already full. There is science here, but there is also heart.Inside this conversation, you'll learn:What makes tween + teen skin biologically different from adult skinWhy copying influencer routines can backfire even if the product works for adultsA simple dermatologist-approved routine tweens and teens can actually followWhy tinted mineral sunscreen is a “non-negotiable” for long-term skin healthThe truth about Botox & fillers: safety, risks, expectations + who benefitsWhy daily sunscreen is “money in the bank for your future face”Midlife skincare: what actually works and what might be unnecessaryEntrepreneurship + motherhood: ambition, presence, guilt, purpose, and balanceWhat legacy looks like as a woman building something meaningful in the worldThe powerful message Dr. Casey would give her 8-year-old selfThis episode is equal parts science, beauty, prevention, confidence-building, and soul-centered ambition. You might hear yourself in this one — whether you're raising girls, managing your own skin, or building something that matters in the world.Connect with Dr. Angela Casey & Bright GirlWebsite: https://brightgirl.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/brightgirlbeautyTikTok: @brightgirlbeautyAmazon: Search "Bright Girl Skincare"Hero products discussed:Day and Bright Moisturizer — soothing botanicals + balanced moisture for developing skinTinted Mineral Sunscreen SPF 44 — sheer glow, blue light protection, and foundation-like finishLet's Stay Connected!As an empowerment coach, author, twin girl mom, and the creator of the GiRLiFE Academy, my mission is to help every woman and girl discover her voice and live a life that lights her up from the inside out.I'd love to connect with you and continue this beautiful journey together!

So many women hit midlife and suddenly find themselves whispering about things they never thought they'd struggle with, like desire, dryness, disconnection, or feeling like a stranger in their own body. That quiet discomfort adds up, and it can take a real toll on intimacy and self-confidence. In this episode, we start talking about what's actually going on with your hormones, your libido, and your relationships, so you can finally get clarity instead of guessing.    Gabriella Espinosa, a Menopause Advocate, Women's Health and Sexual Wellness Coach, and Host of Pleasure in the Pause, joins me and immediately brings this grounded mix of wisdom, humor, and real-life experience. She opens up about her own perimenopause journey and why understanding your anatomy, pleasure points, and changing hormones is a total game-changer. We talk about how to speak up with your partner and your doctor in a way that feels honest and not awkward.   You'll hear simple, practical ways to reconnect with your body, rebuild desire, and shift the narrative around menopause from "something to survive" into something that actually expands your confidence. Gabriella shares how this stage of life can sharpen your wisdom, deepen your pleasure, and even make you feel sexier than you expected. If you've been craving a more open, empowering take on sexual wellness in your 40s, 50s, and beyond, this conversation is for you. And before you go, grab my Free Holiday Recipe Guide, 29 pages of hormone-friendly Keto-Green dishes that help you enjoy every festive bite without the crash, bloat, or guilt, available at dranna.com.   Key Timestamps: [00:00:00] Introduction. [00:01:54] Cost of silence in intimacy. [00:06:48] Midlife sexuality and pleasure. [00:09:40] Self-discovery through sexual anatomy. [00:12:11] Bodily awareness and sexual desire. [00:16:35] Intimacy and pleasure anatomy. [00:22:14] Pleasure exploration in midlife. [00:26:49] Menopause as an invitation. [00:30:06] Sexual awakening in later life. [00:32:10] Redefining midlife women's roles. [00:35:52] Healing a body you hate. [00:39:30] Unsilencing women's conversations.   Memorable Quotes:  "I discovered that midlife isn't the end. It isn't the end of pleasure. It's really a new, exciting chapter." [00:10:30] – Gabriella Espinosa   "Your pleasure isn't lost. It may be buried under layers of stress, shame, or disconnection, but it's not gone." [00:33:19] – Gabriella Espinosa   Links Mentioned: Free Holiday Recipe Guide: https://dranna.com/holidayrecipes   Connect with Gabriella Espinosa: Website: https://www.pleasureinthepause.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/gabriellaespinosa/   Connect with Dr. Anna Cabeca: Website: https://drannacabeca.com/pages/show Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thegirlfrienddoctor/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@thegirlfrienddoctor TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drannacabeca   Produced by Evolved Podcasting: www.evolvedpodcasting.com

Dr. Akilah Willery is the founder of Melanated Midlife and a leading voice in helping midlife women of color redesign their careers, homes and lives with intention. She is an educator, strategist and storyteller who blends more than two decades of leadership in digital learning with a deep commitment to supporting women ready for bold reinvention.She is the author of Melanated Midlife: A Manual for Transitions in Career, Home, and Life, a candid and practical guide that invites women to release outdated expectations, reclaim their power and pursue the life they truly want in this season. Her insights come alive on the Melanated Midlife podcast on YouTube, where she hosts conversations that meet women at the crossroads of identity, ambition, wellness and possibility.Through workshops, coaching and community experiences, Dr. Willery helps women over-50 clarify what they want next, navigate transitions with confidence and design a life that fits who they are now. Her work is rooted in honesty, cultural affirmation and the belief that midlife is not a crisis. It is a redesign.She lives and works at the intersection of education, technology and personal transformation. Dr. Willery continues to champion accessible pathways for reinvention for women over-50, proving that it is never too late to choose yourself, create new opportunities and move forward with purpose.CONTACT INFO:Website: http://melanatedmidlife.comBook: https://a.co/d/dyR8bMoPodcast: https://www.youtube.com/@melanatedmidlifeEmail: info@upskillservices.site ______________________________________________________________________ The Edupreneur: Your Blueprint To Jumpstart And Scale Your Education BusinessYou've spent years in the classroom, leading PD, designing curriculum, and transforming how students learn. Now, it's time to leverage that experience and build something for yourself. The Edupreneur isn't just another book; it's the playbook for educators who want to take their knowledge beyond the school walls and into a thriving business.I wrote this book because I've been where you are. I know what it's like to have the skills, the passion, and the drive but not know where to start. I break it all down: the mindset shifts, the business models, the pricing strategies, and the branding moves that will help you position yourself as a leader in this space.Inside, you'll learn how to:✅ Turn your expertise into income streams, without feeling like a sellout✅ Build a personal brand that commands respect (and top dollar)✅ Market your work in a way that feels natural and impactful✅ Navigate the business side of edupreneurship, from pricing to partnershipsWhether you want to consult, create courses, write books, or launch a podcast, this book will help you get there. Stop waiting for permission. Start building your own table.Grab your copy today and take control of your future.Buy it from EduMatch Publishing https://edumatch-publishing.myshopify.com/collections/new-releases/products/the-edupreneur-by-dr-will

Angela talks to special guest Dr Darshan Shah, M.D, about the multifaceted world of longevity and health optimisation. They delve into essential biomarkers for assessing longevity, including inflammation levels, metabolic health, and cognitive function, while emphasising the importance of a holistic approach to well-being.  Dr. Shah also discusses the complexities surrounding LDL cholesterol, the significance of lifestyle factors like exercise and diet, and the role of hormone replacement therapy for women navigating menopause KEY TAKEAWAYS: Holistic Approach to Longevity: Longevity is not just about extending lifespan but also about enhancing health-span, which includes mental, physical, and emotional well-being Individualised Assessment of LDL: LDL cholesterol levels should be interpreted in the context of individual health Importance of Lifestyle Interventions: Lifestyle factors, including regular exercise, a balanced diet rich in whole foods, adequate sleep, and stress management, are foundational for improving health and reducing the risk of chronic diseases Role of Hormone Replacement Therapy: Hormone replacement therapy can significantly benefit women during perimenopause and menopause, improving metabolic biomarkers and overall health TIMESTAMPS AND KEY TOPICS: [00:04:05] LDL cholesterol's individual impact. [00:08:14] Cardiac risk biomarkers explained. [00:10:58] Lifestyle changes for plaque reduction. [00:23:08] Midlife metabolic health strategies. [00:24:37] Glucose spikes and metabolic health. [00:32:57] Liver detoxification myths. [00:35:13] Leaky gut and gut health. [00:45:48] Early cancer detection tools VALUABLE RESOURCES ⁠Join The High Performance Health Community⁠ ⁠Click here⁠ for discounts on all the products I personally use and recommend A BIG thank you to our sponsors who make the show possible ABOUT THE HOST Angela Foster is an award winning Nutritionist, Health & Performance Coach, Speaker and Host of the High Performance Health podcast. A former Corporate lawyer turned industry leader in biohacking and health optimisation for women, Angela has been featured in various media including Huff Post, Runners world, The Health Optimisation Summit, BrainTap, The Women's Biohacking Conference, Livestrong & Natural Health Magazine. Angela is the creator of BioSyncing®️ a blueprint for ambitious entrepreneurial women to biohack their health so they can 10X how they show up in their business and their family without burning out. CONTACT DETAILS ⁠Instagram⁠ ⁠Facebook⁠ ⁠LinkedIn⁠ Disclaimer: The High Performance Health Podcast is for general information purposes only and do not constitute the practice of professional or coaching advice and no client relationship is formed. The use of information on this podcast, or materials linked from this podcast is at the user's own risk. The content of this podcast is not intended to be a substitute for medical or other professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Users should seek the assistance of their medical doctor or other health care professional for before taking any steps to implement any of the items discussed in this podcast. This Podcast has been brought to you by Disruptive Media. ⁠https://disruptivemedia.co.uk/

Keywords coaching, personal growth, sales success, midlife crisis, leadership, self-care, entrepreneurship, overcoming adversity, mental health, work-life balance Takeaways Mark's journey from homelessness to success is inspiring. Overcoming addiction was a pivotal moment in Mark's life. Sales success came from building relationships, not just cold calling. Midlife crises can lead to significant personal growth. Running a marathon became a transformative experience for Mark. Self-care is essential for effective leadership. Modern work culture often prioritizes work over personal well-being. Entrepreneurs should ensure their efforts align with their true desires. Mark emphasizes the importance of mentorship and coaching. Success should not come at the cost of personal relationships. Summary In this episode, Mitch Beinhaker interviews Mark J. Silverman, who shares his remarkable journey from homelessness and addiction to becoming a successful sales executive and coach. Mark discusses the pivotal moments in his life, including overcoming adversity, the importance of self-care, and the challenges of modern work culture. He emphasizes the significance of mentorship and aligning one's efforts with true desires, offering valuable insights for entrepreneurs and business owners. Titles From Homeless to Millionaire: Mark's Inspiring Journey The Power of Overcoming Adversity in Business Sound bites "Mark's journey from homelessness to success is inspiring." "Overcoming addiction was a pivotal moment in my life." "Self-care is essential for effective leadership." Chapters 00:00 Introduction and Background 01:06 Overcoming Addiction and Homelessness 04:58 Transitioning to Sales and Success 12:20 The Rise in Career and Personal Life 15:43 Midlife Crisis and Self-Discovery 17:56 Running the Marathon and Career Revival 21:27 Becoming a Coach and Understanding Motivations 21:28 The Importance of Life Experience 23:52 Shifting Perspectives on Success 27:34 Managing Stress and Allostatic Load 31:21 Leadership and Emotional Intelligence 34:23 Navigating the Changing Work Environment 37:26 Setting Boundaries and Self-Worth 40:40 The Role of Reflection in Success 44:25 Building Meaningful Relationships 47:36 Advice for Entrepreneurs"

NB: My confusing mention of Ernest Becker's The Denial of Death mistakenly gave Alice the impression that the book is by Freud. Instead it's just heavily founded in the Freudian vision of human experience. Also, “The Deeper in” is totally not an a cappella song. Also, Matthew was a tax collector, not a moneylender. Other than those, we made no errors whatsoever!SLEERICKETS is a podcast about poetry and other intractable problems. My book Midlife now exists. Buy it here, or leave it a rating here or hereFor more SLEERICKETS, subscribe to SECRET SHOW, join the group chat, and send me a poem for Listener Crit!Leave the show a rating here (actually, just do it on your phone, it's easier). Thanks!Wear SLEERICKETS t-shirts and hoodies. They look good!SLEERICKETS is now on YouTube!For a frank, anonymous critique on SLEERICKETS, subscribe to the SECRET SHOW and send a poem of no more 25 lines to sleerickets [at] gmail [dot] com Some of the topics mentioned in this episode:Dinosaurs in the Hood by Danez SmithThe Ghost of Foghorn Leghorn Speaks of Unrequited Love by Paul GuestJames MerrillGreg WilliamsonGeoffrey HillCapital Improvements: The Initial-Caps Wars by Maryann CorbettThe Fall of Rome by W. H. AudenDonald Duck's Lament by Paul GuestThe Roud Folk Song IndexRoud Folk Song 4933 Conversation with DeathThe Pardoner's TaleEveryman The Unquiet GraveThe Daemon Lover by Shirley JacksonDeath, an Ode by John ForbesMatthew's poem Ankou recently republished in The New StylusWhich is the True One? by Charles Baudelaire The Denial of Death by Sigmund FreudWilliam James Doctor Faustus by Christopher MarloweAlcestisHorace i.iv and iv.viiThe Seventh SealSecret Show Ep 108. How Are We Happy? (on Paradise Lost)The Barron Field ExperienceSecret Show notesAubade by Philip LarkinSo, We'll Go No More a Roving by Lord ByronUntamed Daughter by A.M. JusterOzymandias by Percy Bysshe ShelleyNothing Endures by Countee CulleenAlice in the Looking Glass by A.E. StallingsStopping By Woods on a Snowy Evening by Robert FrostThe Deeper In by The Drive By TruckersThis living hand, now warm and capable by John KeatsTwelfth Night The Raindrop Prelude by ChopinThis is America by Childish Gambino Dance Music by The Mountain GoatsAndrea del Sarto by Robert BrowningBanksy PietaThe Calling of St Matthew by Caravaggio T.O. BrandonFrequently mentioned names:– Joshua Mehigan– Shane McCrae– A. E. Stallings– Ryan Wilson– Morri Creech– Austin Allen– Jonathan Farmer– Zara Raab– Amit Majmudar– Ethan McGuire– Coleman Glenn– Chris Childers– Alexis Sears– JP Gritton– Alex Pepple– Ernie Hilbert– Joanna Pearson– Matt Wall– Steve Knepper – Helena Feder– David YezziOther Ratbag Poetry Pods:Poetry Says by Alice AllanI Hate Matt Wall by Matt WallVersecraft by Elijah Perseus BlumovRatbag Poetics By David Jalal MotamedAlice: In Future PostsBrian: @BPlatzerCameron: Minor TiresiasMatthew: sleerickets [at] gmail [dot] comMusic by ETRNLArt by Daniel Alexander Smith

Christmas can feel unbearable when you're estranged from your adult child or spending another holiday without them. In this episode, Kim shares an honest, hope-filled message for moms navigating the hardest season. You'll discover why your worth isn't tied to your child's presence, how to stop comparing your pain to everyone else's highlight reel, and practical ways to create meaning during the holidays. Through uplifting scripture and real talk, you'll learn that light can shine even in your darkness. This isn't about toxic positivity or pretending you're fine. It's about finding real hope—the kind that helps you breathe when your heart is breaking. You'll learn how to honor your grief while also choosing to show up for yourself. If you're dreading Christmas this year, this episode will remind you that you're not alone, you're not broken, and you're still worthy.Grab Your Free Course and Motivational Book: The Parent's Repair Kit and How to Use the L.O.V.E. M.E.N.D.S. Framework https://www.midlifediscoveries.com/LOVE Visit the website at: https://www.midlifediscoveries.com/

Why does changing your body after 40 feel so slow — even when you're doing "all the right things"? If you've been strength training, eating your Trim Healthy meals, and still staring at the scale wondering what on earth is happening, today's episode is going to breathe so much relief into your journey. We're talking about how long body recomposition really takes in menopause — and why it's not your speed that matters, but your consistency. I'm breaking down the truth about midlife belly fat, hormone imbalance, and why muscle builds slower (but still builds!) in your 40s, 50s, and 60s. You'll hear what's happening inside your body long before you ever see a change in the mirror… the 3-phase progression every woman goes through… and why strength training, recovery, and protein are non-negotiables in this season. If you've been frustrated, discouraged, or tempted to quit — sister, this episode will lift your chin and renew your hope.

Drop us a line or two . . .In this festive, snarky, holly-jolly episode, Queenie & TT recap Queenie's whirlwind NYC adventure with 11 family members—complete with wooden escalators at Macy's, Midtown crowds, a surprisingly safe and clean Rockefeller Center, LED pedicabs dressed like disco elves, and a Greek diner miracle where eight people were seated together during the holidays.  The conversation shifts to the cannabis world, where TT brings the latest on the politicians quietly sneaking a hemp-derived THC ban into a federal budget bill, the alliances forming in response, and the crucial December 19th Supreme Court decision that could reshape the industry. Meanwhile, Queenie and TT compare edibles, discuss their latest consumption, and marvel at how rarely NYC seemed to smell like weed this year.  Then it's everyone's favorite segment:Could They, Should They, Might They Have Been Stoned – or Is It Just Kaka?From elevator mishaps to a 911 call gone spectacularly wrong, TT once again proves her stoner-detection skills are razor sharp.  Finally, this week's Fuck-It List entry lands with midlife authority:

In this special episode, I'm doing something a little different — sharing an interview I did with the brilliant Kim Kiel on her podcast, Ill Communication.Kim is a seasoned copywriter and the host of Ill Communication (that's I-L-L Communication), where she shares practical copywriting tips and soulful sales strategies for small businesses. She especially loves working with midlife women business owners — and honestly, who doesn't?In this episode, she flips the mic and puts me in the hot seat to talk about:My pivot from corporate to coaching and community-buildingWhy I chose Skool over other platforms (like Facebook or Instagram)How I'm running innovative bundles and summits with thousands of participantsMy strategy for creating low-ticket, high-value offers that actually generate real revenue✨ If you're curious about building a sustainable business in midlife — with more spaciousness, more connection, and more income — this one's for you.

In this conversation with Ekaterina Ward, we explore what happens when midlife meets motherhood and ambition, and why this chapter can become the most vibrant one yet. Ekaterina Ward is a seasoned educator, business mentor and executive coach based in London. She began her career in teaching before moving into corporate financial services, later retraining as a coach. For the past eleven years, she has supported female founders and mothers in becoming reliable moneymakers without burning out, all while thriving in life. Now 50, Ekaterina is a proud mother and wife on a mission to redefine midlife as the most fulfilling and powerful chapter of all. We talk about purpose, legacy, identity shifts and the invitations that arrive when your children need you less but your desire for meaning grows louder. She brings wisdom, humour and real honesty to the journey of becoming the woman you are now, rather than the one you used to be.Highlights:(01:46) Ekaterina's journey from education to corporate life to soul led business(05:45) The leap from traditional careers to entrepreneurship(08:50) Why motherhood and business are both catalysts for soul growth(14:25) What legacy means at midlife and why it now feels urgent(18:54) Reconnecting with identity and purpose as life shifts(26:24) Navigating midlife, hormones and the magic or mayhem withinConnect with Ekaterina:Website Instagram "Download Ekaterina's free Midlife Mayhem & Magic: Self-Enquiry Workbook—a beautifully crafted and well researched self-enquiry prompts that guide your own exploration of the blessings this season offers. .."Sign up page : https://ekaterinaward.com/midlife-mayhem-and-magicTo find out more:WebsiteInstagramDownload the FREE Everyday Sales Machine GuideFree Quarterly Clarity Mapping Tool(FREE) THE PROFITABLE PRACTITIONER'S GUIDEThis podcast is proudly produced by Wavemakers Audio

In this powerful and eye-opening episode, we dive into the unique health challenges and opportunities facing Black women in midlife—a season often shaped by hormonal changes, caregiving roles, shifting identities, and the desire to prioritize well-being like never before. This conversation brings clarity, encouragement, and actionable strategies for thriving through the 40s, 50s, and beyond.Support the show

Today's episode is about the importance of leading and leadership for wellness and creating a corporate culture where everyone thrives. Patricia Grabarek, PhD, is the author of "Leading for Wellness": How to Create a Team Culture Where Everyone Thrives, the co-founder of Workr Beeing, and a seasoned Industrial/Organizational Psychologist specializing in workplace wellness, organizational culture, employee engagement, diversity and inclusion, and leadership development. With a background in both consulting and internal roles. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-437-leading-for-wellness-and-thriving-at-work-in-midlife-with-dr-patricia-grabarek/

Are you living an Ayurvedic lifestyle, but still missing your spark? Today on the podcast, Katie chats with Dr. Shivani Gupta - author, turmeric researcher, and new teacher here at The Shakti School - about why so many women in midlife feel disconnected from their spark. Dr. Shivani and Katie open up about navigating life as high-pitta entrepreneurs and the power of embracing the mess. Dr. Shivani shares how turmeric has changed her life and why so many of us suffer from inflammation in the body and "mental inflammation." Tune in for behind-the-scenes book-launch stories, mom-entrepreneur wisdom and our first-ever Ayurveda girl-power lightning round! Ready to truly live Ayurveda? The 2026 class of our Divine Feminine Ayurveda School starts on January 14th, 2026! We'd love to chat with you if you have questions about the program.  Click here to book a FREE call! In this episode about turmeric, midlife and so much more, you'll hear: ~ Why so many women in their 40s and 50s feel like they've lost their spark ~ When living the perfect Ayurvedic lifestyle doesn't make you feel better ~ The Fusionary Formulas turmeric supplement and herbal tea that Katie swears by! ~ The voice of self-doubt and self-criticism ~ What is mental inflammation? ~ Navigating life as a high-pitta person ~ Behind the scenes of Dr. Shivani's book launch promo ~ Balancing motherhood and business ~ The health benefits of turmeric ~ Herbs first vs. lifestyle first ~ Sign up for our free mini-course about Women's Wisdom and Ayurveda!   Connect with Dr. Shivani Gupta and The Shakti School: ~ Read Dr. Shivani Gupta's new book, The Inflammation Code ~ Listen to the Fusionary Health Podcast ~ Connect with Dr. Shivani Gupta on Instagram and Facebook ~ Follow The Shakti School on Instagram and Facebook ~ 2026 Chakra Yoga Nidra Retreat: Deep dive into the chakras with Katie as your guide in the Bahamas in spring 2026! ~ Read Katie's latest book, Glow-Worthy! Get the full show notes here: https://theshaktischool.com/ep-234-turmeric-and-midlife-dr-shivani-gupta/

At 48, breaking up with her snooze button sparked a major shift for Yvonne Marchese. What began as one small change opened the door to reconnecting with herself, challenging ageist beliefs, and rediscovering what is possible in midlife. Now at 56, she lives a joyful, multi-passionate life shaped by curiosity, play, and purpose. Her story is a powerful reminder that tiny steps can unlock your midlife superpower. ✨ Episode HighlightsThis week on Reinvention Rebels, I'm celebrating the power of small steps, brave choices, and the unexpected sparks that set midlife reinvention in motion.At 48, Yvonne Marchese was feeling stuck, exhausted, and overwhelmed by the daily grind. Hitting snooze had become a ritual — until one morning she realized something had to change. That tiny shift of getting up when the alarm rang became the first domino in a much bigger personal awakening.Today, at 56, Yvonne is an author, speaker, photographer, and host of the Late Bloomer Living podcast. She is also the creator of the Age Agitators Club and a passionate advocate for seeing midlife as a playground, not a decline. Her journey is a beautiful example of how purpose, playfulness, and self-trust can become a midlife superpower.In this candid and joyful conversation, Yvonne opens up about redefining aging, embracing imperfection, and giving herself permission to be a beginner — again and again.In this episode, you'll hear:How ditching the snooze button at 48 sparked Yvonne's reinventionThe moment she realized her ageist beliefs were holding her backWhy she believes aging can be playful, creative, and liberatingThe importance of asking for help, community, and doing it imperfectlyHow curiosity, consistency, and baby steps became her midlife momentumConnect with Yvonne Marchese:Website: https://www.latebloomerliving.com/Instagram: @latebloomerliving

Send Dr. Li a text here. Please leave your email address if you would like a reply, thanks.In this episode of Make Time for Success, Dr. Christine Li dives into the challenges and psychology of making decisions during midlife. Sharing her own recent experience with a tough choice, she explores why indecision can feel overwhelming, how fear plays a role, and the hidden costs of staying in the "messy middle." Dr. Christine Li offers practical tips for breaking free from indecision, regaining momentum, and embracing the power of choice to move forward confidently in midlife.Timestamps:00:00:00 - 00:00:42Dr. Christine Li introduces the episode and explains how a personal situation prompted reflections on midlife decision making.00:01:30 - 00:03:16She shares her recent travel dilemma, highlighting the challenges and complexity of decisions in midlife.00:03:16 - 00:04:33Discusses how uncertainty creates stress and leads to indecision, referencing how the brain responds to unclear choices.00:04:33 - 00:06:32Explains the costs of staying stuck in indecision—lost time, stress, and lack of progress.00:06:32 - 00:12:32Provides five practical tips for making better decisions in midlife, such as setting time limits, picking what feels lighter, and accepting choices.00:12:32 - 00:14:31Wraps up with encouragement to embrace decision making in midlife and shares ways to connect and get resources.To get the free download that accompanies this episode, go to  https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/decisionsTo sign up for the Waitlist for the Simply Productive Program, go to https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SPFor more information on the Make Time for Success podcast, visit: https://www.maketimeforsuccesspodcast.comGain Access to Dr. Christine Li's Free Resource Library -- 12 downloadable tools and templates to help you bypass the impulse to procrastinate: https://procrastinationcoach.mykajabi.com/freelibraryTo work with Dr. Li on a weekly basis in her coaching and accountability program, register for The Success Lab here: https://www.procrastinationcoach.com/labConnect with Us!Dr. Christine LiWebsite: https://www.procrastinationcoach.comFacebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/procrastinationcoachInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/procrastinationcoach/TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@procrastinationcoachThe Success Lab: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/lab                        Simply Productive: https://maketimeforsuccesspodcast.com/SP

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Have you ever looked at your successful, stable career and thought, "I can't do this for another 15 years", even though everything looks great on paper?If you're a midlife professional in your 40s or 50s feeling a growing misalignment between the life you've built and the one you now want, this episode speaks directly to you. Whether you're in medicine, engineering, senior leadership, or another high-demand field, you're not alone in questioning what's next.Discover the inner conflict many high-achievers face when their career success no longer feels fulfilling.Learn how to navigate the fears, doubts, and identity shifts that come with midlife transitions.Hear Agi's personal story of leaving dentistry and how it shaped the new, focused direction of the podcast to serve people just like you.Tune in now to start finding clarity, confidence, and direction for your next chapter - especially if you're ready for change but don't know where to start.˚VALUABLE RESOURCES:Coaching with Agi: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/mentor˚Free copy of my book and weekly newsletter: https://personaldevelopmentmasterypodcast.com/88˚Support the showPersonal development podcast offering self-mastery and actionable wisdom for personal growth and living with purpose and fulfilment. A self improvement podcast with inspirational and actionable insights to help you cultivate emotional intelligence, build confidence, and embrace your purpose. Discover practical tools and success habits for self help, motivation, self mastery, mindset shifts, growth mindset, self-discipline, meditation, wellness, spirituality, personal mastery, self growth, and personal improvement. Personal development interviews and mindset podcast content empowering entrepreneurs, leaders, and seekers to nurture mental health, commit to self-improvement, and create meaningful success and lasting happiness. To support the show, click here.

Is your skin changing — and not in ways you love? In episode 250 of Pursue Your Spark, titled "Midlife Skin, Decoded", I sit down with dermatologist Dr. Mary Alice Mina to decode what's really happening to your skin after 40 — and what actually works to care for it. If you've been doing "all the right things" but still feel frustrated with dullness, dryness, or a lack of results, you're not alone. We're talking about the hormonal shifts, collagen loss, and lifestyle factors that start showing up in your skin in midlife — and how to respond with science-backed, no-pressure solutions that actually work. In this episode, you'll learn: ✔️ Whether collagen powders and creams are worth it ✔️ The products that genuinely make a difference — and what to skip ✔️ How to streamline your skincare routine without losing results ✔️ How gut health, sleep, and stress show up on your skin ✔️ And how to break free from the "hot girl hamster wheel" of unrealistic beauty pressure We also dive into the power of daily sunscreen, the essential role of moisturizers in midlife, and the truth behind buzzy terms like peptides, exosomes, and microneedling. You'll hear what's hype, what's hopeful, and what's proven to help. But this episode goes beyond your face. We explore how your skin reflects your overall health — and why caring for your body, mindset, and rest is the ultimate glow-up. If you're tired of the noise and just want clear answers that meet you where you are — this one's for you. Hit play and let's spark a smarter, simpler, more empowered approach to your skin — and to your midlife. Connect with Dr. Mary Alice Mina IG: https://www.instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin Titktok: https://www.tiktok.com/@drminaskin Medium: https://medium.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin Website: https://www.theskinreal.com/ Podbean: https://theskinreal.podbean.com/ Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-skin-real/id1638619358 Free Guide: https://www.theskinreal.com/guide Work with Heike Grab a copy of my new book, Pursue Your Spark Join the Pursue Your Spark Blueprint Course 

Your muscle isn't just for strength—it's your metabolic organ, your glucose sink, your hormonal stabilizer, and your anti-aging insurance policy. But here's the hard truth: If your protein is low in leucine, hard to digest, or blocked by anti-nutrients, you're putting the brakes on everything you're trying to optimize.

In this episode, I break down one of the most misunderstood experiences for women over 50:  Why evenings feel like everything falls apart… even when mornings start with determination and discipline. This isn't a willpower issue. It's not a motivation issue. And it has nothing to do with "trying harder." I share a deeply personal story I've never talked about publicly involving The Biggest Loser, a giant bowl of ice cream, and the moment I realized I'd been blaming the wrong thing for years. If your evenings feel chaotic, draining, or "out of control," this episode will help you understand what's actually happening in your body, your nervous system, and your day…  …and why the solution has nothing to do with tightening rules or restricting food. This is an honest, reflective, and liberating conversation about midlife metabolism, emotional load, stress capacity, and the patterns that quietly break women long before the sun sets. Listen in and stop blaming the wrong parts of your day. Substack articles HERE  https://open.substack.com/pub/loridoddy/p/the-real-reason-women-over-50-struggle?utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web  When you're ready, here's how I can help you for FREE: (Community + Support) Join my Lori Doddy's Total Wellness community to get research-backed tips, strategies, and free resources to lose weight and manage menopause like  (Lose Fat) Steal my guide with exact 5 Changes I have all clients make in week 1 of working with us, so they lose weight and drop inches even before we put their customized plan in place. Get the guide for free and use it this week!  (Toned Arms) Use these 6 moves to get toned, strong, sexy arms in 15 minutes a day, 2-3 days a week with this guide to Sexy, Strong Arms. (Email List) Sign up to get my tips and strategies plus exclusive content by getting on the LDL Email List!  

We loved our conversation with Carrie Schmitt—a radiant artist, author, and creative guide who lives in devotion to Creativity as a sacred, healing force. Carrie began painting in 2009 after a life-changing diagnosis and soon discovered art not as a skill to master, but as a spiritual path to presence, comfort, and connection.Her vibrant floral paintings and mixed-media pieces are collected internationally and have been featured in BBC News, Where Women Create, In Her Studio, and Spirituality & Health. But what moves us most is her intention: she isn't trying to “get better” at art. She is continually seeking a deeper intimacy with the spirit behind the art—the presence she feels each time she creates.Carrie's newest book, Awakening Creativity: A Sacred Journey to Reclaim Your Inner Artist (October 2025), invites us to view creativity not as a personal talent, but as a loving companion longing to collaborate with us. She expands this work through upcoming retreats and a 10-month Creative Pilgrimage designed for anyone yearning to live more artfully, soulfully, and awake to beauty.You can explore more of Carrie's work, classes, and creative community atWebsite: carrieschmittdesign.comInstagram: @carrieschmittDirect link to order from Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Awakening-Creativity-Sacred-Journey-Reclaim/dp/1950253694/ref=cm_cr_arp_d_product_top?ie=UTF8Two free chapters of Awakening Creativity delivered to your inbox and order it if you like it here: https://hierophantpublishing.com/books/awakening-creativity/Join Carrie for a free online book club to discuss the book. https://www.carrieschmittdesign.com/book-club/

This episode is for Gen X women (late 30s–50s) juggling work, relationships, kids, and aging parents — feeling burnt out, disconnected from joy, and caught in a perfectionist loop. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

This episode is for Gen X women (late 30s–50s) juggling work, relationships, kids, and aging parents — feeling burnt out, disconnected from joy, and caught in a perfectionist loop. Watch https://www.transformationtalkradio.com/watch.html

Overcoming Insecurity in Midlife with Jaemin FrazerIn this episode of The Thoughtful Entrepreneur, host Josh Elledge interviews Jaemin Frazer—Founder of The Insecurity Project, author of Unhindered, and host of the Unhindered Podcast. Jaemin shares why insecurity often peaks in midlife, how early childhood beliefs silently shape adult behavior, and what ambitious professionals can do to break free from self-doubt. His insights offer a practical and compassionate roadmap for anyone ready to confront insecurity and step into a more confident, purposeful version of themselves.How Insecurity Shapes Midlife and How to Overcome ItJaemin explains that insecurity is universal, rooted in beliefs formed before age seven, and often goes unnoticed until midlife when energy diminishes and the “push through it” strategy stops working. In this season of life, many high achievers discover that the same insecurity that once fueled their ambition is now causing anxiety, exhaustion, strained relationships, and a sense of emotional unraveling. He emphasizes that insecurity is not a flaw, but a solvable problem—one that requires awareness, objectivity, and a structured process for dismantling limiting beliefs.He describes insecurity as “rocket fuel”: powerful enough to drive early success, but ultimately toxic if relied on for too long. Through Jaemin's seven-practice framework, individuals learn to deconstruct these beliefs, examine the stories they tell themselves, and replace insecurity-driven motivation with clarity and intrinsic purpose. This transformation allows midlifers to shift from proving themselves to actually becoming themselves—living with more peace, energy, and authenticity.Jaemin also highlights the importance of vulnerability and finding the right support. Not all helpers are equipped to guide someone through insecurity, and he stresses the value of working with a coach or therapist who provides objectivity, structure, and accountability. He invites listeners to access his book Unhindered, his long-running podcast, and his one-on-one coaching programs to continue their journey toward becoming truly “unhindered.”About Jaemin FrazerJaemin Frazer is the Founder of The Insecurity Project, an internationally recognized coach, author, and speaker known for his expertise in helping high performers overcome insecurity. Through his book Unhindered, his 300+ episode podcast, and his structured coaching methodology, Jaemin guides individuals through deep personal transformation and lasting emotional freedom. Connect with him on LinkedIn: Jaemin FrazerAbout The Insecurity ProjectThe Insecurity Project (jaeminfrazer.com) provides coaching, tools, and educational resources designed to help individuals overcome insecurity and live with greater confidence, purpose, and emotional clarity. Through books, podcasts, speaking engagements, and immersive coaching programs, Jaemin helps midlifers break free from long-standing limiting beliefs and step into their highest potential.Links Mentioned in This EpisodeJaemin Frazer LinkedIn ProfileThe Insecurity Project WebsiteKey Episode HighlightsWhy insecurity is universal and rooted in early childhoodHow insecurity becomes more visible and disruptive in midlifeThe concept of insecurity as “rocket fuel” for high achieversJaemin's structured seven-practice framework for overcoming insecurityThe importance of objectivity...

Your body has been trying to tell you something for a while now. The persistent low mood you keep attributing to stress. The exhaustion that sleep doesn't fix. The feeling that no matter how well you take care of yourself, you're still running on fumes. What if it's not willpower you're missing? What if your body is finally saying no to a version of success that's costing you everything? Lisa Corduff's Story Lisa Corduff built a million-dollar business while her life was falling apart behind the scenes. Her husband Nick was struggling with addiction and mental health. She was solo parenting three young kids. And her business became the one place that felt purposeful when everything else was chaos. She was creating non-stop. Documenting everything. Showing up in all the places because that's what successful entrepreneurs do, right? The frantic energy matched what was happening in her real life. And then Nick died in 2019. Lisa was 40 years old with three kids aged 5, 7, and 8, and she kept going because that's what you do when you're the only parent and three kids are depending on you. But here's what nobody tells you about chronic stress: your body keeps the score. For years, Lisa would wake up every morning with her nervous system spiking, wondering "what's today going to bring?" She couldn't get back to sleep. Her system was wired for threat. And even after the acute crisis passed, her body remembered. This year, everything shifted. At 45, Lisa finally got answers she didn't know she needed - ADHD and autism diagnoses that suddenly made her entire life make sense. She discovered her estrogen levels were tanked despite doing everything "right" - morning walks, good food, sleep hygiene, all of it. She realized that what she'd been calling stress was actually perimenopause masked by legitimate life chaos. And she had to make a choice: keep running the frantic version of success she'd built, or completely redefine what success means when you're no longer willing to sacrifice your nervous system, your presence with your teenage kids, or your actual life for revenue targets. In this raw, vulnerable conversation, Lisa reveals: Why she went completely quiet this year after being one of the most visible entrepreneurs online for over a decade The moment she realized her persistent low mood wasn't just grief or stress - it was disappearing estrogen What getting diagnosed with ADHD and autism in her 40s taught her about the hustle she'd been celebrated for How chronic stress from years of managing addiction, solo parenting, and business building dysregulated her nervous system (and why it didn't matter how well she took care of herself) The shift from million-dollar years to redefining success around presence with her teenage kids Why she had to let go of the "prove yourself through content" model and become what she calls a "lighthouse voice" What it's really like to advocate for your own health when doctors dismiss perimenopausal women as overreacting to social media trends How neurodivergence (ADHD + autism) shows up differently in high-achieving women who've learned to mask The hidden cost of being everyone's rock while quietly crumbling inside Why grief and addiction are the "unsexy topics" we need to talk about more What happens when you finally honor your needs instead of overriding them with willpower How to know when it's time to let go even when everything in you wants to fight to hang on This episode is for you if you've ever: Felt like your body is screaming at you, but you keep pushing through with willpower Wondered why you're exhausted despite doing all the "right things" for your health Built impressive success, but it doesn't feel the way you thought it would Questioned whether the hustle is actually worth what it's costing you Felt trapped between the business you built and the life you actually want to live Attributed chronic stress symptoms to "just having a lot going on" instead of hormones Struggled with persistent low mood that nothing seems to fix Been told by doctors that your symptoms are "just stress" or "normal aging" Felt like you're the only parent carrying it all while trying to build something meaningful Wondered who you are when you're not performing or proving anymore Realized the version of success that got you here won't get you where you want to go Known you need to let go but everything in you wants to hold on tighter About Lisa Corduff Lisa Corduff is a successful entrepreneur, speaker, and writer currently exploring the complexities of "this moment in time" on her podcast Conversations with Lisa. A powerful storyteller, she teaches experts, coaches, thought-leaders, and business owners who want to stand out online how to expertly weave stories into their content for greater impact, connection, and trust. She believes storytelling is, as it always has been, an essential skill for our times. Connect with Lisa: Website: lisacorduff.com Instagram: @lisacorduff Facebook: Lisa Corduff Podcast: Conversations with Lisa Grief Notes is the perfect support on your grief journey What's the Story teaches business owners how to grow their impact and make more sales using the power of storytelling Back to You in Midlife is eight powerful exercises for women who have found themselves lost and disconnected from themselves in midlife. Ready to stop overriding your body's messages and start honoring what it's trying to tell you? This conversation between Lisa Corduff and me isn't just about hormones or business strategy. It's about the wake-up call that comes when your body finally says no to a version of success built on chronic stress, over-functioning, and pushing through at all costs. Maybe you've been attributing your exhaustion to "just being busy." Maybe you've been telling yourself the persistent low mood will pass once things calm down. Maybe you've been white-knuckling your way through because you don't know another way to operate. But here's what Lisa and I both learned the hard way: you can't out-discipline a dysregulated nervous system. You can't out-supplement tanked hormones. And you can't build sustainable success while abandoning yourself in the process. The Congruency Audit is where we look at the gap between the success you've built on the outside and what you're actually feeling on the inside. We'll identify the exact patterns keeping you stuck in chronic stress, the cost of continuing to override your body's messages, and what it's going to take for you to finally create success that doesn't require you to sacrifice your health, your presence, or who you're becoming. Book your Congruency Audit: lisacarpenter.ca/audit This isn't about optimizing the version of yourself you built to survive. It's about creating congruence so the life you've built doesn't just look good - it finally feels right. Success that feels as good on the inside as it looks on the outside.   If you listen on Spotify:  Open the Spotify app on your phone. Search for Lisa Carpenter and open her podcast page. Tap the three dots under the podcast description. Choose Rate show from the menu. Select your star rating and tap Submit.

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and anyone navigating life after divorce, burnout, or big transitions. If you're ready to shed cultural expectations, reconnect with your true self, and put your joy first—you're in the right place.Entertaining with Ease Series: Join Wendy in her kitchen as she shares the magic of these holiday experiences for your loved ones:Dec 10: How to Host a Cookie Exchange Dec 17: How to Host a New Year's Eve PartyThe Entertaining with Ease BundleIn this episode, Wendy talks with Terry Tateossian about the midlife body shift so many women experience but rarely discuss. Terry shares her own fast and unexpected entry into perimenopause, the health crises that forced her to reevaluate everything, and the individualized approach she now uses to help women understand what's actually happening in their bodies during this season. Their conversation offers a grounded look at hormones, habits, identity, and the compassionate support women deserve as they move into the next chapter of their lives.They explore:Why so many women feel blindsided by perimenopause and midlife weight gainThe connection between hormones, stress, sleep and the behaviors that quietly add up over timeHow individualized nutrition, resistance training and mindset support can help women feel strong, clear and at home in their bodies againTune in for an honest conversation about what the midlife body shift really looks like—and how to move through it with clarity, agency, and support.Connect with Terry:TheHouseofRose.comInstagram @how.good.can.it.getReferenced in this Episode:The Big Leap by Gay HendricksOutlive: The Science of Art & Longevity by Peter Attia________________________________________________________________________________________ Say YES to joining Wendy for her: LinkedinInstagram: @phineaswrighthouseFacebook: Phineas Wright House Website: Phineas Wright House PWH Farm StaysPWH Curated France Trips Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat! If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a 5-star review—it helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

How Play Is Helping Me Feel Alive Again   Do you ever feel like all the fun got squeezed out of adulthood? Like the to-do lists and responsibilities have taken over and there's no energy left for joy? In this short solo episode, I'm sharing my Midlife Joy Experiment — my personal journey of bringing more play back into my life in my fifties. From learning to dance on roller skates (yes, I broke my elbow and yes, I'll be back on them!) to discovering new ways to feel free and creative while I heal, this exploration has been surprising, healing, and downright fun. I'm not a play expert — this is a real-life experiment in what helps us feel alive again. And I hope it inspires you to reconnect with your own joy, curiosity, and sense of playfulness… even in small ways. ✨ Want to go deeper? Join the waitlist for the Unlocking Playfulness PLAYshop: https://www.latebloomerliving.com/play  If this episode resonates, share it with a friend who could use a spark of joy today. Let me know…. What's one thing that makes you feel alive again?

Today's guest is Harpreet, a nurse practitioner with over 30 years of experience.  In this episode we discuss navigating perimenopause and menopause, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and listening to one's body. In our interview…She highlights common symptoms like sleeplessness, mood changes, and low energy, stressing the need to slow down and manage stress to avoid the onset of chronic conditions. Harpreet shares a case study of a client who lost weight and found self-love through her six-month coaching program. She introduces a mindfulness meditation exercise and gives us a list of 10 foods to help women thrive in midlife. I love how Harpreet gently encourages self-compassion and gratitude to be expressed regularly for the body's hard work. So Call in Thriving in Midlife with Harpreet! Call IT in With Dar! The LoveTunerThe Lovetuner is a simple flute is considered to be the vibration of love and compassion.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.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

In this episode of the Karol Markowicz Show, Lisa De Pasquale shares her powerful Gen X transformation story, from major weight loss to overcoming financial hardship and redefining life in her 40s and 50s. She breaks down the real challenges facing Generation X, including retirement fears, sandwich generation stress, and the struggle for independence. Lisa also explains why embracing discomfort is the key to personal growth and weighs in on how artificial intelligence could reshape society’s future. The Karol Markowicz Show is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Wednesday & Friday. Purchase Lisa's NEW Book HERESee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is the Midlife Reset Webinar Replay, where Dr. Taniqua Miller shares the powerful framework she uses with her midlife coaching clients to navigate burnout, overwhelm, and identity shifts in the messy middle. She walks you through the Breakdown → Breakup → Breakthrough process — reconnecting with who you used to be, rebuilding self-trust using her QUIT formula, and reclaiming play and pleasure as essential parts of your midlife revival.Dr. Miller also gives a behind-the-scenes look at Revival Women's Health, her membership-based concierge midlife and menopause practice opening in Atlanta, and extends an invitation to join the Founder's Circle for women ready for deeper, more human-centered care in this transition.⭐️ Top Three Highlights1. The Breakdown: Remembering Who You Were Before the World Got LoudDr. Miller guides listeners back to their childhood selves, exploring the adjectives, passions, and innate gifts that defined them — and how reconnecting with those pieces can ground you in midlife.2. The Breakup: Rebuilding Self-Trust With the QUIT FormulaLearn Dr. Miller's simple, practical QUIT framework to question why you're doing something, consider its impact on you, listen to your intuition, and take action — starting with small, low-stakes “quits.”3. The Breakthrough: Prioritizing Play and Pleasure in MidlifeDiscover why midlife often sits at the bottom of the U-shaped happiness curve and how intentionally adding pleasure, play, and joy back into your life can create energy, clarity, and momentum.Follow Dr Taniqua Miller on Instagram @taniquamillermd and Revival Telemedicine @joinrevival.Georgia listeners! Dr. Miller is creating the medical wellness space for YOU! If you are over the age of 40 and looking for a medical home that listens and honors you, sign up for the waiting list for Revival Women's Health. Coming to Decatur, GA in Fall 2025!

Ever feel like you're doing "all the things" and still not losing belly fat — no matter how hard you try? If you're in perimenopause or menopause, that frustrating stop-and-start cycle isn't a lack of willpower. It's your midlife hormones asking for a new approach. In today's episode, we're talking about the quiet power of small consistent habits — the kind that stabilize hormone imbalance, rebuild your metabolism, support muscle, and finally help you lose weight in midlife without the stress of an "overhaul." I'm breaking down why your body responds so beautifully to repetition over intensity, why harder isn't better after 40, and how simple, doable actions like protein-strong meals, strength training, plants on your plate, and a 10-minute post-dinner walk can shift everything — physically, mentally, and spiritually. If you've been tired, overwhelmed, or just feeling behind… breathe. You don't need perfection. You need a path, a plan, and God's faithful "little by little." Tune in to learn the small steps that create big results → and start your own 1% increase today.   Save your Seat for the Beat the Belly Fat Workshop - coming your way in January! --> https://www.getyourtrimon.com/workshop   FULL BLOG + SHOW NOTES Read the full post:

Chinese medicine may help explain why stored trauma causes old patterns to resurface when we least expect it. In this episode, I'm joined by Dr. Lorne Brown, a leader in integrative reproductive health and Chinese medicine who brings 25 years of clinical experience to the conversation. We explore the concept of qi stagnation and how it aligns with chronic functional freeze. Dr. Brown explains why the body stores overwhelming experiences in layers as a survival mechanism, and why that strategy begins to unravel around midlife when our resources shift. If you're in perimenopause or menopause and noticing old symptoms or emotions stirring again, this conversation offers a new lens for understanding what the body is trying to communicate. In this episode you'll learn: [00:02:00] The Body's Layered Storage System: How Chinese medicine understands stored trauma as a three-layer defense mechanism designed to protect our vital organs [00:05:30] Why Around Age 40, Everything Changes: The body stops using resources to suppress stored energy and begins asking us to finally process it [00:08:00] Perimenopause as a Tipping Point: Why hormone fluctuations shrink our window of tolerance and reveal what we've been holding [00:11:32] The Second Spring: Chinese medicine's perspective on menopause as a spiritual awakening where resources redirect to the heart center [00:13:24] Qi Stagnation & Functional Freeze: The connection between stuck energy and chronic patterns of protection in the nervous system [00:17:00] The Radio Metaphor: How emotions are meant to move through us like a song, and what happens when we hit repeat [00:21:14] When Healed Trauma Returns: Why perimenopause can bring back symptoms and emotions we thought we'd resolved [00:28:40] Safety as the Foundation: Why Chinese medicine agrees that creating safety is the essential first step for allowing stagnation to move [00:34:44] Sound, Laser & Frequency Medicine: Tools that bypass the mind and work directly with the cells and nervous system [00:43:07] Notice, Accept, Choose Again: Dr. Brown's NAC process for metabolizing uncomfortable feelings and restoring flow Main Takeaways Emotions are the number one cause of disease in Chinese medicine. The classic Stored trauma is intelligent, not broken. The body stores overwhelming experiences to protect us. This isn't a fault—it's a brilliant survival mechanism that keeps strong emotions from reaching vital organs where serious disease develops. Around age 40, the body changes its strategy. Resources that once kept difficult experiences suppressed get redirected toward longevity. The body essentially says: "You're not four anymore. It's time to deal with this." Perimenopause reveals capacity gaps. Hormone fluctuations create internal stress. If our window of tolerance is already narrow, perimenopause shrinks it further—and stored patterns surface as symptoms. Qi stagnation is functional freeze. When we resist, suppress, or fight what we feel, energy gets stuck in tissues. When we allow feelings to move through us, we restore flow and health. Safety creates the conditions for release. Without felt safety, the body contracts and stagnation deepens. Creating safety—through breath, movement, acupuncture, sound—allows the system to finally let go. The healing journey is ongoing. If something still triggers a somatic response, there's more work to do. This isn't failure—it's an opportunity to clean up the system and restore flow. Notable Quotes "It's not always the situation that causes the experience inside. It's how you perceive it." "When we're children, we don't have the capacity to process and metabolize these strong emotions. But as we get older, the body eventually says, you need to deal with this." "It's in the name—emotion. Energy in motion. So emotions are you feeling the flow of qi in your body." "You have to feel it to heal it. And if you resist it, it persists." "I don't care if you've worked it a million times. If it still has a somatic response, that's your message from your body that you get to work it one million and one times." Episode Takeaway This conversation gave me language for something I've felt in my own body for years. Dr. Brown's explanation of why the body stores overwhelming experiences in layers—and why it eventually stops spending resources to keep them hidden—makes so much sense when I think about what happens around midlife. For so long, I resisted my own freeze response. I hated it. I didn't want to accept it or feel it. And yet it was always there, waiting for me. What I've come to understand, and what Dr. Brown articulates so beautifully through the lens of Chinese medicine, is that resistance creates stagnation. Fighting what we feel amplifies it. The invitation here isn't to dig up the past or analyze every event. It's simpler than that: when something surfaces, can we notice it without taking it personally? Can we let it move through rather than hitting repeat? Our body has been protecting us brilliantly. Now it's asking us to finally tend to what it's been holding. That's not a setback—that's partnership. Resources/Guides: Biology of Trauma book — Available now everywhere books are sold. Get your copy Foundational Journey — If you are ready to create inner safety and shift your nervous system, join me and my team for this 6-week journey of practical somatic and mind-body inner child practices. Lay your foundation to do the deeper work safely and is the pre-requisite for becoming a Biology of Trauma® professional. Connect with Dr. Lorne Brown at Acubalance.ca, LorneBrown.com, and the Conscious Fertility Podcast Related Podcast Episodes: My conversation on Dr. Lorne's Conscious Fertility Podcast, Episode 124: The Biology of Trauma: Your Issues Are Stuck in Your Tissues Episode 56: Hormones: A Portal Into Our Stored Trauma Episode 23: What is The Parasympathetic State and Why Does It Matter? Episode 74: Why Stored Traumas Become Syndromes & Somatic Solutions with Peter Levine   About the Guest: Dr. Lorne Brown is the founder of Acubalance Wellness Center, where he introduced IVF acupuncture to Vancouver clinics in 2002. Starting his career as a chartered accountant and CPA, he brings analytical precision to integrative reproductive and hormone health. A certified clinical hypnotherapist trained in multiple energy psychology modalities, Dr. Brown developed the NAC process (Notice, Accept, Choose Again) to help people metabolize stuck emotions and create nervous system safety. He is the author of The Acubalance Fertility Diet and The Acubalance Longevity Diet for Perimenopause and Menopause, and hosts the Conscious Fertility Podcast. Your host: Dr. Aimie Apigian, double board-certified physician (Preventive/Addiction Medicine) with master's degrees in biochemistry and public health, and author of the national bestselling book "The Biology of Trauma" (foreword by Gabor Maté) that transforms our understanding of how the body experiences and holds trauma. After foster-adopting a child during medical school sparked her journey, she desperately sought for answers that would only continue as she developed chronic health issues. Through her practitioner training, podcast, YouTube channel, and international speaking, she bridges functional medicine, attachment and trauma therapy, facilitating accelerated repair of trauma's impact on the mind, body and biology. Disclaimer: By listening to this podcast, you agree not to use this podcast as medical, psychological, or mental health advice to treat any medical or psychological condition in yourself or others. This podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not constitute professional advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always consult your own physician, therapist, psychiatrist, or other qualified health provider regarding any physical or mental health issues you may be experiencing. Comment Etiquette: I would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Please share and use your name or initials so that we can keep this space spam-free and the discussion positive

Send us a textWhat if midlife wasn't a slow fade — but a full-body awakening? In today's episode of It's Hertime, Cody Sanders sits down with health and fitness expert Terry Tateossian, founder of THOR: The House of Rose Retreats and Coaching, to explore a refreshingly powerful new narrative for women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.Terry's story is extraordinary: after years of CEO burnout, emotional exhaustion, and confusing symptoms that began in her 30s, she was diagnosed with early perimenopause at just 37. Instead of spiraling, she transformed. Terry rebuilt her health from the inside out — shedding 80 pounds, healing her hormones, building muscle, restoring self-trust, and emerging stronger than ever.In this conversation, Cody and Terry walk you through: What You'll Learn•How to spot perimenopause early — including the subtle signs most women miss•Why so many women are dismissed with “You're too young for menopause symptoms”•The 3 things to pay attention to if you think perimenopause has started•How to advocate for yourself with better testing, tracking, and conversations with providers•Why **strength training—not cardio—**is a hormonal superpower for women over 40•The nutrition shifts that fuel better metabolism, energy, and muscle tone•The truth about stress, sleep, recovery, and the midlife cortisol curve•The emotional side of healing: breaking patterns, rebuilding trust, and choosing compassion•Why midlife is an invitation to rebuild—not retreat•How community and in-person retreats create breakthrough transformation for womenAbout Terry TateossianTerry is a powerhouse in the midlife wellness space — a coach, retreat leader, fitness expert, and the founder of THOR: The House of Rose, where she has guided more than 600 women into deeper strength, self-acceptance, and hormonal harmony. Her mission is to help women age with purpose, alignment, and unapologetic vibrancy.Connect with Terry•Instagram: @how.good.can.it.get•Retreats & Coaching: www.thehouseofrose.comJoin Us at the Mixhers Retreat + Enjoy a Special OfferIf today's episode has you craving deeper support, connection, and a true reset, I want to personally invite you to the Mixhers Retreat — a transformational few days designed to nourish your body, uplift your spirit, and help you step into your most vibrant midlife. You'll experience restorative workshops, sound healing, aura personality sessions, movement, delicious nourishment, and the sisterhood we all need more of. And if you're ready to support your hormones daily, you can shop all of our Mixhers products — from Hertime to Menopause to Metabolic Balance — using my personal code CODY for a special savings. Your wellness journey deserves to feel supported, beautiful, and fun. Come join us!Episode Highlights•“Midlife isn't a crisis — it's a calling.”•“Strength is theDid you learn something new today? Be sure to subscribe to this podcast and share this episode with all the girls you love. We would appreciate it if you'd also leave us a rating and review on iTunes.Want to join our Mixhers Girl community and keep this conversation going? We'd love to hear your thoughts, feelings and experiences! Join us HERE!Join Mixhers email list and be the first to have access to new products and be the girl in the know!Follow Cody Instagram:@codyjeansanders

If you can talk about hot flashes and wrinkles but freeze up when the conversation turns to sex, this episode is for you.This week I'm joined by Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first female board-certified urogynecologist in the U.S., to talk about everything we don't discuss enough in midlife: pelvic floor health, recurrent UTIs, vaginal dryness, low libido, pain with sex, and what's really going on with your microbiome and your mojo.We dig into the gut–brain–sex connection and how stress, antibiotics, diet, and hormone shifts in menopause all collide to affect your pelvic health, your confidence, and your desire. Dr. Betsy breaks down why so many women over 50 struggle with recurrent urinary tract infections, vaginal odor, and irritation—and why the answer isn't just another round of antibiotics.We also get real about:Recurrent UTIs & vaginal infections in midlife and how the vaginal and gut microbiome are connectedWhy vaginal estrogen is such a game-changer (and what to do if you can't tolerate certain forms)Pelvic organ prolapse, incontinence & fecal incontinence—what's actually happening and when to seek helpHow probiotics, fiber, and fermented foods support pelvic health and sex driveThe truth about low libido in midlife, stress, and why “sex and stress can't coexist”What we know (and don't) about the G-spot, squirting, and the O-ShotWhy self-pleasure counts as pelvic physical therapy and how “use it or lose it” is very realReframing intimacy when you're dealing with pelvic pain, dryness, or body confidence issuesDr. Betsy's Pelvic Floor Store and what's actually worth putting in your cart (lubricants, devices, and more)This conversation might make you blush, but it might also change how you think about your body, your pleasure, and what's possible for you in midlife and beyond.

Send us a textJoin Kim on Midlife With Courage™ as she welcomes Melinda Lee. Discover Melinda's unique journey of sharing hugs, cultivating authenticity, and the lessons learned through life changes, including overcoming a challenging marriage and the importance of self-love. Key takeaways include: embracing your authentic self, learning from personal boundaries, and the impact of genuine human connection.00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage00:21 Meet Melinda Lee: Empowerment Coach and Healer01:23 Defining Courage: Melinda's Perspective02:08 The Power of Hugs: Melinda's Unique Journey05:05 The Inspiration Behind Hugging Strangers08:10 Challenges and Lessons from the Hugging Journey14:28 Writing the Book and a New Hugging Adventure16:38 The Power of a Hug17:46 Challenges and Boundaries19:29 Self-Discovery and Self-Love20:51 Marriage and Divorce26:39 New Beginnings30:07 Healing Touch for Animals31:19 Rebel Hugger and Coaching33:29 Final Thoughts and AdviceYou can learn more about Melinda by going to her WEBSITE.Reserve your spot today to get in on the very first Courage & Confidence Hour!Support the showKim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you. Are you looking for more? You should check out my Courage & Confidence Circle! Join a supportive group of other midlife women who are ready to live with courage and stop waiting for someday! This 3-month program starts again in March 2026 and I would love to see you there! REGISTER HERE Want to be a guest on Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy? Send Kim Benoy a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/1646938231742x613487048806393700 Would you like to get each episode delivered right to your inbox a day early? Subscribe to my website to get my weekly inspirational message and a link to that week's podcast episode. Just click the link below to get on the list! SUBSCRIBE WEBSITEFACEBOOK

In this episode of Total Health in Midlife, Elizabeth Sherman pulls back the curtain on one of the biggest reasons women end the holiday season feeling exhausted, resentful, and disconnected from themselves: the Martyr Myth.If you've ever found yourself doing everything for everyone else—wrapping the gifts, cooking the meals, organizing the schedule—while telling yourself, “It's just easier if I do it,” this episode will hit home. Elizabeth explains why high-achieving women so often fall into this role, how over-functioning quietly destroys your health, and why taking your hands off the wheel (even a little) might be the most healing thing you do this year.With a mix of humor, tough love, and compassionate truth-telling, she'll show you how to stop running on fumes and start reclaiming your energy, boundaries, and self-respect. Because you can't keep calling exhaustion “love” and burnout “tradition.”This is part one of Elizabeth's 4-part Holiday Health Series, helping midlife women feel good in their bodies, enjoy the season without guilt, and step into January energized instead of depleted.The Biggest Problem Midlife Women Face Regarding Holiday BurnoutMost women in midlife carry the invisible load of making the holidays happen for everyone else. From meal planning and gift buying to emotional management and conflict prevention, they do it all—and believe they don't have a choice. This constant over-functioning creates chronic stress, hormonal imbalance, fatigue, and emotional burnout.The root issue isn't lack of willpower—it's the belief that “no one else can do it right.” Over time, this mindset trains everyone around you to under-function, leaving you overworked and unseen. You think you're being helpful, but your body and nervous system are paying the price. The result is a cycle of exhaustion, resentment, and poor health that repeats every holiday season.To break the pattern, you must understand that control has a cost. Every “I'll just do it myself” moment erodes your energy, immune system, and ability to rest and recover. Recognizing this is the first step toward reclaiming your time, your well-being, and your sanity.WHAT YOU'LL LEARNWhy the “holiday martyr” mindset keeps women trapped in exhaustion—and how to finally step out of itHow over-functioning and people-pleasing create chronic stress and physical symptoms in midlifeSimple ways to let go of control without letting everything fall apartWhat it looks like to model real leadership and love through delegation and boundariesHow to enter January proud, not punishedWhat You Can Do Right NowStart by noticing where you've taken on responsibility that doesn't belong to you. Choose one low-risk task to delegate—something that won't ruin Christmas if it's done imperfectly. When someone else does it, resist the urge to hover, correct, or redo it. Every time you stay quiet and let them learn, you retrain your family to participate instead of depend.RESOURCESFeel Good Holiday PlaybookEpisode 243 — The High-Functioning Co-Dependent with Sara FiskEpisode 123 — How People Pleasing Impacts Your HealthEpisode 127 — Best Supporting Actress in Your LifeGet full show notes and more information here: https://elizabethsherman.com/hhs-4

Today's episode is with Rebecca Paciorek. Rebecca is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who went from a traditional magazine publishing career to creating captivating digital marketing content that integrates well to enhance brand visibility.In this episode, you will learn:The importance of creating a business (book marketing) that works with your life, not against it in midlife.Why having the belief that you can run a successful business in midlife is critical.How it's possible to do it while taking of yourself and others.The importance of the appreciation to get help when needed; you can create a tribe of friends, biz besties, and coaches to make it happen.Connect with Rebecca at:https://www.bluedotdigitalmarketing.com/https://www.facebook.com/AuthorsAlliesOnlinehttps://www.facebook.com/BlueDotCommunications/https://www.linkedin.com/in/rebeccapaciorekConnect with Suzy:Midlife Happiness Jumpstart Experience: Enjoy a powerful experience of tiny joys and big shifts! Get ready for 14 Days of Happiness “Boosts,” which are tiny, science-backed actions delivered to your inbox daily, with a private WhatsApp group for connection and sharing together. Each happiness boost only takes approximately 5 - 10 minutes or less and builds your momentum for more of the same. Feel more grounded, present, and connected to more happiness now! Sign Up HereWomen in the Middle® Entrepreneurs: Are you a 50+ woman business owner or entrepreneur who's dealing with navigating classic midlife issues that are affecting the way you run your business? We're looking to interview guests just like you from a wide variety of different businesses! Apply now: www.midlifeinterviews.com. LISTEN HERE for iTunes and HERE for Suzy's website.HAPPINESS BREAKTHROUGH COACHING SESSION: Imagine having a private 2-hour coaching call to get some solid clarity about what's holding you back and be confident about your next steps forward! Time for a breakthrough! Limited spots available. Book here.THE WOMEN IN THE MIDDLE® ACADEMY: The “Academy” is an exciting, life changing, 12-month, online group coaching program and community for midlife women. You will develop a roadmap to help you go from being unclear about what you want to be crystal clear about how to create a more fun, meaningful, and regret free next chapter! Head over to www.womeninthemiddleacademy.com and apply and book your free call. I can help you find what's missing so that you love your life after 50.WOMEN IN THE MIDDLE SHOP: https://suzyrosenstein.com/shop/BUY SUZY'S BOOK: 50

In this week's episode, Dr. Mary Alice Mina welcomes Dr. Kandace Kichler to talk about what liposuction actually is today. Together they explore why this procedure, once considered aggressive and intimidating, has become a favorite for targeted contouring, especially in midlife. From safety and anesthesia to expectations and recovery, they lay out what's possible with awake liposuction, and why it can help women feel more comfortable and more confident in their clothes and their skin. Key Takeaways: Liposuction is for contouring, not weight loss. Awake procedures are safe and surprisingly comfortable. Liposuction cannot fix visceral fat (the deep fat behind the muscle), nor can it replace surgery when excess skin is the issue. Recovery is easier than most people imagine. You get a “preview” in the first weeks, but final results take months. If you've ever wondered whether liposuction is only for celebrities or feared it meant pain, anesthesia, and weeks away from real life, this episode is for you. Dr. Kandace Kichler (Kick-ler) is a double board-certified cosmetic surgeon and aesthetic injector based in sunny South Florida, between Palm Beach and Miami. With advanced fellowship training in both bariatric and cosmetic surgery, she now focuses on aesthetics—combining surgical precision with a passion for beauty and body contouring. She is also board certified in obesity medicine, giving her a unique ability to guide patients in both wellness and aesthetics. Known as The Slimming Surgeon on social media, she also hosts The Slimming Surgeon Podcast, where she shares insights on cosmetic procedures, style, and empowerment.   Follow Dr. Kichler here: https://kandacekichlermd.com/ https://www.instagram.com/slimmingsurgeon/   Follow Dr. Mina here: Instagram: https://instagram.com/drminaskin Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drminaskin YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@drminaskin LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/drminaskin/ Visit The Skin Real Serenbe: Website: https://theskinrealserenbe.com/ Book your Meet and Greet here Watch the Full Episode on YouTube Thanks for tuning in. And remember, real skin care is real simple when you know who to trust. Disclaimer: This podcast is for entertainment, educational, and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice.

What happens when your childhood is defined by surgeries, pain, and a degenerative bone disease—and you grow up to become a powerful advocate for women's health, strength, and potential? You get Jenny Rappole.  In this inspiring conversation, Jenny shares how she transformed early challenges into a lifelong passion for movement, wellness, and helping women in midlife reconnect with their bodies. Now a fitness and wellness coach—and a newly appointed member of the Board of the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation—Jenny empowers women to start exactly where they are, one small step at a time.  We talk about the importance of mobility, why strength training must be built on a solid foundation, and how midlife can be a time of reinvention and real personal growth. If you've been feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to begin, this episode offers a clear, doable roadmap to move forward.  Listen in and learn why it's never too late to build strength, confidence, and momentum.  Takeaways  Start where you are—keep it simple and doable to build real momentum.  Midlife is a reinvention: embrace it as a magical, powerful stage of life.  One kept promise builds confidence; choose one action and let it be enough.  Mobility is essential; movement is strength work.  Nutrition and exercise work together to enhance overall health.  Repetition in midlife is a superpower for maintaining strength and well-being.  Regularly reassess and adjust your wellness routine as your life shifts.  Build a foundation of essential habits to set yourself up for success.  Approach strength training with care—start with mobility, form, and basics.  It's never too late to start making meaningful change.  Links & Resources  Connect with Jenny Rappole: Website   Instagram    Learn more about the Bone Health & Osteoporosis Foundation   Connect With Barbara:   Have ideas for future episodes? We'd love to hear from you!   - Email: agebetterpodcast@gmail.com   Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Get 40% off at Little Things Studio - SHOP NOW  Today I'm joined by Dr. Will Cole, one of the leading functional medicine doctors in the country—and truly the go-to expert for women who feel awful but keep hearing, "Everything looks normal." If you're exhausted, foggy, inflamed, or dealing with strange symptoms no one can explain, this episode is here to let you know you're not alone and finally feel understood. Dr. Cole and I dig into why so many women hit a wall in midlife, even when their labs look "fine." He unpacks the difference between normal and optimal, which markers actually reflect fatigue and inflammation, and how to know if your body is stuck in survival mode. We cover thyroid health, ferritin, gut issues, and the sneaky ways low iron can hide in plain sight for years. We also get real about stress, hormones, and the environmental shifts that make these symptoms so common for women right now. And here's the best part—Dr. Cole doesn't just explain the why, he shares practical, science-backed shifts and functional medicine solutions that help you feel better, think clearer, and get your spark back. So if you've ever left a doctor's office thinking, "My labs are normal, but I still feel terrible," this episode is here to validate your experience and offer a plan that finally makes sense. Timestamps:   (08:18) - Where to Actually Start When You Want Your Energy Back (15:50) - Why Gut Issues Explode in Midlife & What Real Healing Timelines Look Like (26:33) - Understanding Midlife Weight Gain (Especially Around Your Middle) (33:38) - The Supplements Most Women Truly Benefit From (38:26) -  Small, Doable Changes That Help You Start Feeling Better Fast   WATCH ALLI  ON YOUTUBE   Links to great things we discussed:    Catalyst Mastermind The Uplift app is here! Try it free for 30 days. I hope you loved this episode!

Perimenopause often starts quietly. Maybe your sleep gets weird, maybe your cycles change, maybe you just don't feel like yourself. And when that happens, most of us do the obvious thing: we start looking for information. We want reassurance. We want a roadmap.And that's where the trap springs.Because the loudest voices don't talk to you like a human moving through a profound hormonal transition. No—they talk to you like a problem, a project, and a body in need of tightening, shrinking, purifying, or fixing.Cole Kazdin returns (her second time on the pod!) to talk to me about this whole mess.We get into so much in the episode, including:• the sneaky ways diet culture slips into menopause advice• the reactivation of old eating disorder behaviors• orthorexia, “eating clean,” and restriction as coping mechanisms• the research on midlife vulnerability to dieting• longevity and nutrition misinformation• reclaiming exercise from wellness culture• how we can experience more joy, autonomy, and nourishment during this transitionSupport the show: Enjoying this podcast? Please support the show on Substack for bonus episodes, community engagement, and access to "Ask Abbie" at abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribeApply for Abbie's Group Membership:Already been at this anti-diet culture thing for a while, but want community and continued learning? Apply for Abbie's monthly membership: https://www.abbieattwoodwellness.com/circle-monthly-groupAbout Cole:Cole Kazdin is a four-time Emmy Award-winning journalist, writer, and performer. She is the author of What's Eating Us: Women, Food, and the Epidemic of Body Anxiety and has contributed to The Moth Presents All These Wonders. Cole has written for outlets including VICE, TIME, The New York Times, and Cosmopolitan, and produced for Good Morning America, Nightline, and Netflix. A celebrated storyteller, she's performed on The Moth Mainstage nationwide and NPR's The Moth Radio Hour, and currently teaches writing at UCLA Extension. She lives in Los Angeles. Find the show on Instagram: @fullplate.podcastFind Abbie on Instagram: @abbieattwoodwellness Podcast Cover Photography by Anya McInroyPodcast Editing by Brian WaltersThis podcast is ad-free and support comes from your support on Substack. Subscribe HERE. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit abbieattwoodwellness.substack.com/subscribe

In this episode we speak with Anglican Deacon and writer Jayne Manfredi, whose work explores the female body as a place of truth-telling, theological insight and spiritual transformation. Jayne talks with striking honesty about midlife, menopause and the shifting experience of embodiment — the leaking, aching, changing realities many women learn to hide — and reflects on the Church's persistent discomfort with women's bodies and the silence that often surrounds this life stage.Drawing on her book Waking the Women, Jayne describes menopause as a kind of wilderness: a time when old maps fail, identities unravel and a more authentic self begins to emerge. She speaks of rage, grief, liberation and the unexpected sense of resurrection that can follow the drying-up of long-held roles and expectations. Along the way she reflects on class and authenticity, the pressure to remain “nice”, and the ways midlife invites a more grounded, embodied, unapologetic faith.This is a conversation about bodies, meaning and the sacred work of becoming ourselves in midlife, told with warmth, humour and fierce honesty.After the interview Nomad hosts Tim Nash and Joy Brooks consider what Jayne's insights stirred in them, reflecting on embodiment, ageing, social expectations, and the wide range of experiences that shape how different people navigate midlife.Interview starts at 12m 39sBooks, quotes, links →The creation of Nomad's thoughtful, ad-free content is entirely funded by our equally thoughtful and wonderful listeners. By supporting us, you gain access to Nomad's online spaces—like the Beloved Listener Lounge, Enneagram Lounge, and Book Club—as well as bonus episodes such as Nomad Contemplations, Therapeutic Reflections, and Nomad Revisited.If you'd like to join our lovely community of supporters, head over to our Patreon page. You might even be rewarded with a Nomad pen or our coveted Beloved Listener mug!If a monthly commitment isn't possible right now, a one-off donation is always deeply appreciated—you can do that here.Looking to connect with others nearby? Check out the Listener Map or join our Nomad Gathering Facebook group.And if you're up for sharing your own story, we regularly post reflections from listeners on our blog—all with the hope of fostering deeper understanding, connection and supportive relationships. If you'd like to share your story on the blog, contact us for more information here.