Old Chicks Know Sh*t Podcast (Jennifer Arthurton)

#001: Finding herself at the end of her 3rd failed marriage at the age of 49, and with her kids needing her less and less, Lizzie knew she needed something different in her life. She set off in search of adventure and found herself as part of the crew for an 11 month around the world sailing race dubbed the most dangerous race in the world. Along the way she found joy and heartbreak and came back with a new sense of self and a renewed passion for life.

Today we talk about being taken seriously as an "older woman" in a twenty-something male sailing crew, managing the symptoms of menopause at sea and how getting uncomfortable physically and mentally is key to growth and finding joy.  Lizzie is a firecracker with a contagious passion for life. I know you are going to love our conversation as much as I did.

 

#002: At age 50, Maria Leonard Olsen drank her way out of her 25-year marriage. She had, against advice, put all her eggs in the motherhood basket, willfully derailing her successful law career.  In this interview she shares her story of coming to terms with her addiction, the journey to recovery and finding herself underneath the facade she had created to deal with everyday life. We discuss such topics as the importance of truly getting to know yourself,  How the principles of recovery from addiction can be applicable to anyone looking to reinvent themselves and her new book "50 after 50".  She has gone on to become a successful lawyer, author, and speaker. Her story of reinvention is poignant, gutsy and inspiring.

 

Today my guest is  Treva Brandon Shcarf, a  life/dating/relationship coach, former fitness professional, midlife marriage first-timer, and author of the book Done Being Single: A Late Bloomer’s Guide to Love.

This episode is all about the ways we hold ourselves back from experiencing both the love and life that we want  for our next chapter.  

Treva shares that what works for life advice is also solid dating advice.  We chat about manifestation and law of attraction, knowing ourselves, how we get in our own way. We also share  the  dating disasters and mistakes that we have both personally made. 

This is an honest, no holds barred conversation about finding the love and living the life you want for your next chapter. 

 

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Treva Brandon Scharf is an ICF-certified life/dating/relationship coach, fitness pro, and author of the new self-help memoir, “Done Being Single: A Late Bloomer’s Guide to Love.” With over 40 years in the fitness business, and many more in the singles world, Treva knows how to help people achieve their personal best in life and love. Treva blogs about surviving singledom and finding love later in life and contributes her brand of dating advice to many publications. She currently co-hosts the podcast “Done Being Single” with her husband Robby. Treva is an advocate for strong, independent women, a voice for empowered singles, and a champion for late bloomers everywhere. When she’s not delivering tough love to her clients and readers, Treva volunteers as a Special Olympics coach and a Fulfillment Fund mentor to at-risk kids. She is passionate about politics, policy, and people of all ages and abilities.   Free test-driven breakup tips at www.trevabrandonscharf.com

In this episode, I interview  Kim Rahir, a health a fitness coach for women over 40, about her inspiring personal story of overcoming illness and taking control of her life through strength training and physical fitness.  Kim shares how getting strong physically and mentally transformed her life after a devastating multiple sclerosis (MS) diagnosis.  We discuss the importance of trusting your body, making informed decisions, and the mental health benefits of strength training. Kim emphasizes the importance of physical strength for overall health and quality of life and encourages listeners to see beyond their physical limitations and challenge societal norms around age and capability. 

 

Takeaways

• Health and fitness is about more than just losing weight or fitting a beauty ideal; it's about being mentally, physically, and emotionally strong.
• Trusting your body and listening to its signals is crucial in making informed decisions about your health.
• Strength training has numerous mental health benefits, including reducing anxiety and depression.
• Building strength can empower women and challenge societal expectations of aging and femininity.

• It's never too late to start strength training and improve your overall health and well-being.

_______ Kim is a 60 year old mother of three who was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago and decided to ignore her then doctor's advice and muscle her way back to a happy life. This year she became European Champion in Masters Weightlifting in her age and weight category. Her journey inspired her to leave her career in journalism in her 50s and become a health coach for middle aged women - with a big focus on reactivating and rebuilding muscle. Today, she helps women tap into an abundant source of vitality by reactivating and maintaining their muscles, while ditching diet culture conditioning to actually eat to nourish and flourish.   How to get in touch with Kim You can have a free Lifestyle Review with Kim at https://kimrahir.com where you will assess your health and fitness together. You can also follow her on LinkedIn, Facebook and Instagram: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kim-rahir/ https://www.facebook.com/kim.rahir/ https://www.instagram.com/kim.rahir/ If you want to get in touch directly, you can email Kim at kim@kimrahir.com

 

Being bold and taking risks in midlife - I love this topic because it goes against the conventional narrative of slowing down and becoming risk averse with age. 

Todays guest has thrown that idea right out of the window. After a very successful career in the fashion industry, dressing A list celebrities, Diane Gilman, “The Queen of Jeans” , reinvented her life and business to create a $100 million dollar jean brand at the age of 60. At 77, after bout with cancer she has reinvented herself yet again to become an author, podcast host and social media beauty influencer for older women. 

She shares her inspiring story of persevering through adversity and taking bold action to keep reinventing herself and creating a life she loves. One of the best pieces of advice that Diane shares, that I absolutely love,  is getting to know who you are and what’s important to you because when you follow your heart you can never go wrong. 

This is such an inspiring episode. I’ve listened to it a few times. Diane is a true legend who is paving the way for all of us in taking bold action towards the life we want. 

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We all have it. That quiet little voice inside us, that knowing that we all too often ignore. This episode is all about leaning into that voice and accessing the power of our feminine wisdom in midlife. I chat with Susie Stanley, creator of the Midlife Magic Interview Series about our experiences of midlife reinvention and how slowing down, tuning into ourselves and paying attention the inner knowing has been instrumental in creating our new and completely aligned next chapters.  It’s a juicy discussion that you won’t want to miss.  Link in my bio to listen.

 

 Susie Stanley is a mindset & spiritual empowerment coach, intuitive, soul explorer, host of the Midlife Magic Online Series, and creator of BroadcastBliss.com. Through her personal journey of healing and self-discovery, she inspires women on their own spiritual path of finding their inner wisdom and reclaiming the sacred feminine in their lives so they can heal themselves and the planet.

Hailey Rowe is a Certified Behavior Change Specialist and Marketing Coach & who helps women start and grow successful service businesses . She joins me on the podcast today to talk about why women in midlife often don’t acknowledge and embrace their greatness after having careers, balancing personal life and business and surviving all of life's challenges. And why as women we often don’t give ourselves permission to embrace all that we are.

 

We cover topics such as:

• Imposter Syndrome: How to Get out of your own head 
• The pitfalls of seeking validation from others 
• Midlife winning momentum 
• Freeing the persona you’ve created to feel accepted
• Being your most authentic self
• Continuing to dream

So much of what Hailey and I chat about is so relatable.  Both she and I talk about our own personal struggles with these topics. If you’re thinking about starting a business, or really doing anything new in your next chapter you're going to want to tune in to this episode. 

 

About Hailey Rowe:

 

Hailey Rowe is a Marketing/Sales Coach & Strategist. She helps service providers & coaches develop their no brainer offers, get more sales,

& make an impact online.  She shares her F.A.S.T. framework, marketing, and business tips in her Health Coach Nation Podcast & in the Health Coach Nation Facebook Group www.facebook.com/groups/healthcoachnation .  Hailey also offers Linkedin Lead Generation if you’re looking to expand your network &

clientele.  Since 2010, Hailey has worked in the coaching industry, as well as in Business Development & Marketing for several startups. She’s also a certified behavioral change specialist and human potential coach. Hailey’s philosophy: You can have an amazing service and impact to make, but without a strong mindset, and sales and marketing plan, your business will remain a hobby. 

 

Website: Https://www.haileyrowe.com 

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Book your FREE Business Growth Audit here:

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Today's episode is with Julie Foucht, a Feminine Marketing Expert who teaches how to market without hustle, grind, or force.  We delve into understanding feminine energy, how it evolves, and how we can use it in our personal lives and businesses.  We talk about how women have been taught to operate like men and how it's actually doing us a huge disservice.  In this intriguing conversation, Julie teaches us how learning to harness higher feminine energy in how we approach and make decisions leads us to become happier, less stressed, and more successful. 

If you’re feeling overwhelmed and burnt out trying to keep up with everything in life or business then this episode is a must-listen. 

 

More about Julie:

 

Website: https://juliefoucht.com/

Podcast: https://juliefoucht.com/podcast/

Blog: https://juliefoucht.com/blog/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachjulz

I hate the whole concept of antiaging. It's almost like getting older is some kind of human failure. However, I am a huge proponent of aging well to have the energy and vitality to live your best life well into old age. In today's episode, I chat with Zora Benhamou, who is a gerontologist and host of the “Hack your Age” podcast. Zora studies evidence-based techniques that slow the aging process to defy our age. We talk about the impacts of sleep, stress, nutrition,  movement as well as mental and emotional factors of how we age.  Zora also shares how our perceptions of age impact how we age.  This episode is all about embracing the best versions of ourselves through midlife and beyond.  

 

Tune in to this episode to hear what you can do to positively impact your aging process. 

 

More about Zora: 

Zora Benhamou is a gerontologist passionate about aging and longevity. She is on a mission to disrupt ageist stereotypes in social media and is the host of the Hack My Age podcast for biohacking women over 50.

 

Zora is a 51-year-old digital nomad, traveled to over 50 countries, lived in 8, and speaks 6 languages. She founded the website HackMyAge.com and is the author of the Longevity Master Plan and cookbook Eating For Longevity.  

 

Zora received a Masters of Gerontology at the prestigious University of Southern California and a BA at the University of California, Los Angeles. She is a certified sports nutrition coach, completed the Menopause for Athletes program by Dr. Stacy Sims, and is a certified Oxygen Advantage Advanced Instructor on breathwork.

 

Zora Benhamou

www.hackmyage.com  

https://www.instagram.com/hackmyage/

https://www.facebook.com/HackMyAge/

https://twitter.com/hackmyage

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hack-my-age/id1531105768

If you’ve ever listened to the podcast you know that  I love digging into anything that helps us know and understand ourselves better. This chapter of our lives is all about becoming more of who we are at the core of our being so that we can find and share our unique gifts with the world.  My guest this week is Raven Scott is a human design practitioner, coach and fellow podcaster.  We dive deep  into what Human design is,  how it works and how we can use it in practical application in our everyday lives.  In understanding  our own unique human design we gain insight into strengths and weaknesses, communication style, energy and so much more.

 

It’s powerful tool that has been a game changer for me.  After years of squeezing myself into the corporate mould that never quite felt right HD has been instrumental in helping me build my next chapter in way that feels truly aligned and authentic with who I am and how I operate.  

If you are on a journey to reinvent yourself or some part of your life you are gong to find this incredibly informative.

 

Raven Scott is a Narcissist Abuse Survivor, Author of Empath and the Narcissist, Human Design Expert, and Podcast Host & Coach at Get More Listeners Academy. She believes we all are unique and have a purpose that our energetic blueprint can reveal to us.   Get a free human design reading at: https://ravenscott.show/

 

Have you embraced your grey hair? I am always in awe of the beauty of women who own and rock their silver tresses. I will admit that I am not quite there yet. But I think about it often.

In this episode of the podcast I chat with  Alexis Eizinas , the founder of Silvering Beauty, a beauty company for women embracing their grey hair. Silvering Beauty offers innovative products and education for women with silvering hair, helping them embrace their natural beauty. 

We discuss the societal stigma around grey hair, the internal growth that comes with embracing it, and the importance of redefining beauty standards. Alexis shares her journey of starting Silvering Beauty and the challenges she faced in creating products specifically for women with silvering hair. She also educates us on the unique qualities of silver hair  - did you know that grey hair is not actually grey, its translucent? And as a result we need to take special care of our silver tresses. We also talk about scalp care, and the impact of silvering hair on makeup choices. 

Our conversation also explores the concept of authenticity and the empowerment that comes from embracing one's natural self. With the tag line Wisdom. Is. Beautiful, the Silvering Beauty brand  is all about  inspiring women to embrace their silvering hair and feel confident in their own skin.

An inspiring story about how Alexis found purpose by using her expertise and experience to uplift woman as they age.

 

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Alexis Eizinas is the founder of Silvering, the first North American beauty brand to provide cosmetics and haircare uniquely designed to amplify — never hide — the true beauty of naturally silvering hair. Leveraging over 30 years of experience in the beauty industry and her experience trying to find products that worked with her own silvering hair, Alexis created a truly innovative and contemporary product line for the modern woman who has ‘embraced her greys’.  Silvering launched in 2023. The company's tagline Wisdom. Is. Beautiful. -- speaks volumes about Alexis’ mission to change the way all women perceive silvering hair, to see it as a powerful, beautiful outward expression of growing up. Nothing to hide here.

 

Instagram: @Silvering_Beauty

Facebook: Silvering Beauty

Website: www.SilveringBeauty.com

In today's episode, I chat with Suzanne Pool, a Women’s Sexual Empowerment Coach, author, and speaker who helps women find success and abundance in life, and business through prioritizing their pleasure. Suzanne shares her personal transition from a celibate, career-obsessed existence to purposeful and abundant life through sexual pleasure. We chat about why pleasure is important, how it impacts self-esteem, and how finding your sexy success can literally change your life.  Suzanne inspires her clients to take back their power and dominate their spaces from the bedroom to the boardroom and beyond. It’s all about “getting your sexy back, grabbing life by the horns, and blowing the lid off your business and career.”  

 

Free Download: https://www.keystopassionandprofit.com/

 

About Suzanne:

Website https://bee-you.com/

FB: https://www.facebook.com/beeyousuzannepool/

FB group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/releaseyourinnerv

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannepool/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/suzannepool

Have you ever experienced burnout? Or thought you were close to burnout and thought to yourself, "There has got to be a better way!".  I know I had this thought 100’s of times during my career.  I kept asking myself, “What am I doing wrong?”.

Today I speak with Natalie Kantor, Women's Empowerment Coach, author and creator of The Powerful Women's Club about a different way to achieve what you want without ending up so fried that you can’t enjoy it.  Natalie shares with us how leaning into feminine energy is key to help us to manifest our dreams with ease and flow.

I’m excited to share this conversation with Natalie because it has been something that I personally have been working on after my own experience of burnout.  We have been conditioned in the “hustle and grind“ which for us as women is not a sustainable path to the success we want.  Natalie shares practical tips and advice for tapping into our feminine power to achieve the success we want in life and business. 

Grab your coffee and carve a few minutes of 'me' time to dive into this conversation.  I would love to hear what resonates with you. 

Learn more about Natalie...

Natalie is a Women's Empowerment Coach, author, and the creator of the groundbreaking mastermind “The Powerful Women’s Club”. Divine Feminine coaching centres around unlocking untapped Shakti, Divine Feminine power, balancing masculine and feminine energy to avoid burnout and sustaining sexual chemistry in relationships, connecting more deeply to yourself and ultimately living a life of pleasure.

Website: nataliakantor.com

Facebook: facebook.com/powerfulwomenclub

Instagram: @natkantor

Women's Mastermind: nataliakantor.com/women-mastermind

In todays episode I chat with Jennifer Cooper who is the founder of Jennifer Magazine, an online publication which is challenging the cultural narrative for women over 40. Known as the “Anti- Cosmo” its all about the resilience and power of women at time where they are often being overlooked and underestimated.  She shares her personal journey and the challenges of starting the publication that steps out of the mainstream while also stepping into the unknown and challenging what she thought possible for herself. 

This conversation explores the themes of women as change makers, challenging age stereotypes, embracing the future, finding purpose and meaning, unraveling limiting beliefs and choosing to create a life aligned with who you are.  We also chat about women supporting each other and power of collective support, inspiring others and expanding our understanding of possibility for orusleves. 

Jennifer is a force to be reckoned with in the digital magazine space. Her vision, tenacity and resiliency are so inspiring.

Key Highlights:

• Midlife is a powerful chapter of life that should be celebrated and embraced.
• Challenging the cultural narrative surrounding aging is essential for personal growth and empowerment.
• Supporting and lifting each other up is crucial for collective change and progress. Women have the power to be change makers in big and small ways.
• Age is not a barrier to trying new things - Unraveling limiting beliefs and embracing self-discovery are essential for personal growth.
• Creating a life aligned with who you are and finding purpose and meaning are key to fulfillment.
• Approaching business from a different perspective can lead to innovative and impactful outcomes.

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Jennifer Cooper is an award-winning editor and producer with 15 years experience in producing content that empowers. She is the founder of the media company, jennifer.  Jennifer publishes an online magazine for women in midlife that is  ambitious, audacious, and quite frankly, beautiful. She also operates jenX, a membership platform delivering exclusive content that includes: live panels, member discussions, collaborations, and events. 

https://www.jennifermag.com/our-story

This episode of the podcast is a little different. It's the very first ever solo episode of the show. This is something that I have been resisting for a while.

I made a promise to myself for 2021, to ramp things up a bit and get back to taking some uncomfortable steps for the growth of my mission to help as many midlife women as possible create their kick-ass next chapter. And for my own personal growth as well.

Doing the podcast each week is one of my favourite things. I love interviewing guests and hearing their stories about how they got from point A to point B and the lessons learned along the way. But I've had a huge amount of resistance around sharing my own story. It has felt a bit vulnerable to put my whole life out there on the world wide web for everyone to hear. Not to mention listening to myself talk for 30 minutes. Why is it so hard to hear our own voices?

So in this episode, I’m sharing all the gory details of how and why my life fell apart at the age of 50 and the process of rebuilding it to create my own kick-ass next chapter as well as all the lessons I have learned along the way. I would love for you to listen and let me know your thoughts. I hope that you can see yourself in some part of my story and that there's a thought or idea that might resonate with your own midlife reinvention journey.

Learn more about the voice behind the Old Chicks Know Sh*t Podcast:

Jennifer Arthurton is the creator and founder of Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a community and podcast designed to inspire and support midlife women in chasing their dreams and creating their kick-ass next chapter. Jennifer is an empowerment coach, podcast host, writer and speaker, and having made her own midlife course corrections, she is a passionate advocate of the inherent power and wisdom that women possess at a time when they often feel overlooked and doubt themselves most.  Find out more about at www.oldchicksknowshit.com or Old Chicks Know Shit on Instagram and Facebook.

Schedule a Clarity Kickstarter Call with Jennifer - oldchicksknowshit.com/claritykickstarter

Today’s guest is Jean Peleen, an 83-year-old writer, speaker, and activist who refers to herself as a serial re-inventionist. She has reinvented her life over and over again from stay-at-home mom to lawyer, to elected official, to model and actress and so much more.  We chat about the inspiration behind her multiple reinventions and how she knew it was time to move on from one phase of her life to the next. Jean emphasizes the importance of embracing new opportunities, learning new things, taking risks and living boldly, even if it means starting from scratch.  And she shares her winning formula to help us do that. 

 

We also talked about the importance of older women taking on new roles as leaders, teachers, and mentors and the need to find ways to connect with younger generations. 

This was lively conversation that contains so much insight and wisdom from a women who has most definitely been there and done that. She has much to share with the world through her reinvention experiences. This conversation was pure gold. I just love learning from the women who have gone before us.  I  hope you enjoy it as much  as I did. 

 

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Jean Peelen is an eighty-three year old first time writer,  leader of many lives and  believer in living life boldly. Currently exploring who we are when we are old. She is the founder of  “Old Women Who Write” a writing group for women to create, express themselves and share their wisdom with the world. 

You can find out more about Jean at:

 

https://www.oldwomenwhowrite.com/

 https://www.jeanpeelen.com/ 

TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jeanpeelen

You’ve probably heard about Chakra’s  in either the context of yoga or meditation but do you really understand what the Chakra  system is and how it impacts your day to day life?

 

Todays guest is Dr Susan Corso who is an expert on the Chakra system  and how it relates to our physical, mental and emotional well being. how we show up for ourselves and our lives.  She shares practical applications and tips for understanding our how we work with energy to improve our lives. 

 

This is fascinating conversation that sounds woo woo  but it’s really just about our energy and how we use it. I share some of my  personal experience with chakras and Dr. Susan provides some key insights and clarified some things for me.

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Dr. Susan Corso is a metaphysician, an intuitive, and an author of both fiction and nonfiction. She has had a spiritual consulting practice for over 40 years. Her latest nonfiction are the eight Energy Integrity workbooks; they teach applied, practical knowledge of how your chakras reflect your past, how your chakras can be changed in the present, and how to use your own human energy system to create your future. Her fiction crosses genres and is about people who are conscious creators. She lives in the Hudson River Valley in Cupcake Manor with her beloved husband and her familia, Smooch.

 

Free Chakra guide:http://chakras.susancorso.com/

 

https://www.instagram.com/peacecorso/

https://www.youtube.com/user/DrSusanCorso

https://www.linkedin.com/in/susancorso/

https://susan-15721.medium.com/

Many of us grew up in environments where we were not taught to express or manage our emotions. We learned how to stuff things down, put on a brave face and soldier on.  And for many of us, myself included it worked quite well …until it didn’t. The transition into midlife with all its changes and upheaval can have a way of bringing things to the surface. And that’s actually a good thing.  

Today on the podcast my guest is Dr Patrick Kilcarr, a therapist of  20 yers who specializes in Emotional intelligence.  He is also the author of “Leading an Emotionally Intelligent Life.”

In this episode we explore what emotional intelligence means,  how we learn it and the profound impact that it can have on both our personal and professional relationships. 

We also delve into the consequences of suppressing emotions and it impacts on the journey of self-discovery and reinvention.

 Some highlights of the conversation include:

• How emotional intelligence leads to personal and professional success.
• Why emotional intelligence requires self-awareness and understanding the root causes of our emotions.
• How we can choose our responses to emotions to empower oursleves to create positive change in our relationships and surrounding.

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Dr. Patrick Kilcarr has been a therapist for twenty years in the DC area, where he offers individual, couples, group and family therapy.  He specializes in Emotional Intelligence and emotional intelligence assessments, and focuses his research on the intersection of risk taking behavior and emotional intelligence. He is a master trainer for Multi-Health Systems Inc., the company that created the most widely used Emotional Intelligence instrument, the EQ-i2.0., which assesses and evaluates emotional competencies in a variety of professional venues.  

Doctor Kilcarr is also the head of Georgetown University’s Center for Personal Development since 1999, and Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University’s School of Health Science, teaching interactive courses on personal development and emotional intelligence.  He has written extensively on emotional intelligence, addiction and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, where he co-authored an award winning book, “The Voices From Fatherhood:  Fathers, sons and ADHD.”

He received his PhD in Developmental Psychology from Maryland College Park’s Institute of Child Study.

https://theeilife.com/patrick-kilcarr/

Leading an Emotionally Intelligent life

Many of us grew up in environments where we were not taught to express or manage our emotions. We learned how to stuff things down, put on a brave face and soldier on.  And for many of us, myself included it t worked quite well …until it didn’t. The transition into midlife with all its changes and upheaval can have a way of bringing things to the surface. And that’s actually a good thing.  

 

Today on the podcast my  guest is Dr Patrick Kildare, a therapist of  20 yers who specializes in Emotional intelligence.  He is also the author of “Leading an Emotionally Intelligent Life.”

In this episode we explore what emotional intelligence means,  how we learn it and the profound impact that it can have on both our personal and professional relationships. 

 

We also delve into the consequences of suppressing emotions and the impact on the journey of self-discovery and reinvention.

 Some highlights of the conversation include:

 

• How emotional intelligence leads to personal and professional success.
• Why emotional intelligence requires self-awareness and understanding the root causes of our emotions.
• Choosing our responses to emotions empowers us to create positive change in our relationships and surroundings
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Doctor Patrick Kilcarr has been a therapist for twenty years in the DC area, where he offers individual, couples, group and family therapy.  He specializes in Emotional Intelligence and emotional intelligence assessments, and focuses his research on the intersection of risk taking behavior and emotional intelligence. He is a master trainer for Multi-Health Systems Inc., the company that created the most widely used Emotional Intelligence instrument, the EQ-i2.0., which assesses and evaluates emotional competencies in a variety of professional venues.  

Doctor Kilcarr is also the head of Georgetown University’s Center for Personal Development since 1999, and Adjunct Professor at Georgetown University’s School of Health Science, teaching interactive courses on personal development and emotional intelligence.  He has written extensively on emotional intelligence, addiction and Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, where he co-authored an award winning book, “The Voices From Fatherhood:  Fathers, sons and ADHD.”

He received his PhD in Developmental Psychology from Maryland College Park’s Institute of Child Study.

https://theeilife.com/patrick-kilcarr/

Leading an Emotionally Intelligent life -https://a.co/d/9L7GPkV

 

 

It feels like more and more midlife women are opting out of corporate and turning towards entrepreneurship to fight workplace ageism but also to find passion and purpose in their life. 

In this weeks episode I chat with Hilary Decesare who is the founder of The Relaunch Co. And a 3x best selling author of the book Relaunch: Spark Your Heart to Ignite Your Life. We talk about why more women are opting out of corporate life, the joys and potential pitfalls of transitioning from  to entrepreneurship, how to know if it’s right for you and how you can employ Hilary’s 3 HQ formula to reimagine possibility for both your personal and professional life.  

If taking the leap to entrepreneurship  is on the radar for your next chapter  this episode is for you. 

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Hilary DeCesare is an award-winning business expert, 3x internationally best-selling author, and founder of both The ReLaunch Co. and The Fired-Up Entrepreneur Signature Course.

This former Silicon Valley CEO is widely recognized for her work in neuropsychology and is on a mission to empower mid-life women to experience joy and reimagine what is possible both personally and professionally with her innovative framework, the 3HQ™. Through her signature courses, private coaching, and ever-growing community, Hilary has helped thousands of women reinvent their lives, businesses, and relationships so they can show up as their best selves every day.

Hilary’s work and insights have been featured on ABC’s The Secret Millionaire, as well as NBC, The Huffington Post, Forbes Coaches Council, The Hallmark Channel, Fox, and Yahoo Finance. She hosts both “The reLAUNCH Podcast” and Radio America’s “The reLAUNCH LIVE” and is a frequent guest lecturer at Cal Poly San Luis Opispo

https://therelaunchco.com/

Get the book:

https://www.amazon.com/RELAUNCH-Spark-Your-Heart-Ignite-ebook/dp/B0B2WZKBDB/ref=sr_1_1?crid=H5X0KCWQPOWF&keywords=relaunch+hilary+decesare&qid=1673630808&sprefix=relaunch%2Caps%2C1533&sr=8-1

 

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Ashley Paré, is a Leadership Coach who helps women ask for what they want in their careers and businesses. 

Ashley's experience from her own life as well as working with her clients has helped her identify the roadblocks for women getting what they want and how they can overcome them.  We chat about getting clear on what you want, subconscious beliefs that hold us back and giving ourselves permission. 

Whether you want to get a promotion or raise the rates in your business or even if you are re-entering the workforce you will find some valuable nuggets in our conversation to help you own your worth! 

Here is a link to Ashley's TEDx Talk we mention in the podcast - https://ownyourworth.org/tedx-talk/

Learn more about Ashley:

Ashley Paré is the CEO & Founder of Own Your Worth®, an organization bridging the gap between employees and employers.  As a leadership coach and sought after Speaker, Ashley gives women the tools to own their worth and negotiate for what they want without fear of negative consequences.  Ashley is a TEDx Speaker with more than a decade of corporate experience in global Human Resources.  She’s been featured in The New York Times, Glamour, CNN Money, Good Morning America and more. She resides with her husband and son in Boston, MA. You can learn more about her work at www.ownyourworth.com.

The episode today is kicking ass and shifting the menopause culture forward.  Midlife women will not be put out to pasture with all of the wisdom and experience we have acquired.  Our guest, Rachel Lankester joins us in a discussion about exploring the evolutionary reasons for and the magnificence of menopause.  We talk about claiming our positions of power as leaders in our careers and communities, showing young girls and women a new way through midlife.

 

This is an uplifting and inspiring conversation that is sure to leave you feeling excited and empowered about what’s possible for this next chapter of life.  

 

More about Rachel: 

 

Rachel Lankester is the founder of Magnificent Midlife, an online hub celebrating and empowering women 40+. She's the author of Magnificent Midlife: Transform Your Middle Years, Menopause and Beyond and host of the Magnificent Midlife podcast. After a shocking early menopause diagnosis at 41, she scratched her own itch and created what she wasn't able to find to help herself. This includes 1-1 and group mentoring, educational resources, and an online membership program to help women vibrantly transition through the sometimes messy middle of life.

 

W: magnificentmidlife.com

E: rachel@magnificentmidlife.com 

My book: Magnificent Midlife: Transform Your Middle Years, Menopause and Beyond

My podcast: Magnificent Midlife

When you find yourself single in your 50’s you may begin to question whether love is still possible for you. Dating seems like a hassle and you might honestly believe that there are no good men left.     In today's episode, I talk to Treva Brandon Scharf dating coach and creator of The Late Blooming Bride (a fantastic and very real blog btw) about her experience of finding love in midlife and becoming a first-time bride at 51. Treva shares how to build dating resilience, overcome limiting beliefs, and eliminate the obstacles to finding love. We talk about the biggest things working against us as midlife women and shares her dating secrets and mistakes with us.   This is a great listen if you have ever found yourself wondering if there are any good men left out there. Treva shares all the secrets to finding your one.  

Learn more about Treva

Treva Brandon Scharf is an International Coaching Federation certified life coach, fitness professional, writer, and first-time bride at 51.

Treva started as a copywriter at BBDO New York, where she created campaigns for Pepsi, Pizza Hut, and Visa, Gillette, among others. Her writing repertoire includes screenwriting, TV programming, web content, and blogging.

As a lifelong athlete, Treva turned her passion into a profession, first as a fitness coach, then as a life coach. She gets clients fit from the inside out by first building resilience, confidence, and self-worth.

As a post-50 influencer, Treva writes about surviving singledom and finding love later in life at her blog, “The Late Blooming Bride” - trevabrandonscharf.com/blog. She’s also a dating advice contributor to Huffington Post, Hollywood Progressive, Relationship Development & Transformation, Thrive Global, Midlife Boulevard, Medium, BetterAfter50, Medium, Bustle, Romper, and the Intelligencer.

Treva co-hosts the podcast “Done Being Single” - donebeingsingle.com - with her husband Robby Scharf, a musician, production executive, and fellow late bloomer. Together, they deliver dating intervention and relationship advice to thousands of listeners all over the world.

Website: trevabrandonscharf.com Facebook: facebook.com/treva.brandonscharf

Instagram: @trevabme

Twitter: twitter.com/trevabme

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/trevabrandonscharf

Todays episode is all about Imposter Complex. We've all experienced it at one time or another. It can stop us in our tracks and hold us back from realizing our dreams at any age. But in todays episode we are chatting with Tanya Geisler about how imposter complex changes as we get older and how we are more equipped than we might realize to overcome it. 

Tanya Geisler a leadership coach and international speaker who helps CEO's, leaders and legacy makers work through imposter complex to create iconic impact.  She offers such a unique and empowering perspective on the topic that you may not have considered before. 

We talk about why we experience Imposter complex, how it can highlight our skills and assets, and why it's an important part of our growth and success especially in this next chapter of life. 

If you are stepping into something new and find yourself questioning whether you have what it takes you are going to want to listen to this episode. 

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Tanya Geisler is a certified Leadership Coach, in-demand international TEDxWomen speaker, and writer who teaches leaders how to combat their Imposter Complex and lead with ICONIC impact so they can achieve their ultimate goals. Her clients include best-selling authors, heads of industries, MPs, public speakers, leaders, movement makers, entrepreneurs and legendary motivators.

Take the iconic identity quiz to get tips and insights on how to overcome imposter complex.

tanyageisler.com/quiz

 

Previous Episode with Tanya (Augst 2020): https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/old-chicks-know-sh-t-podcast/id1461186926?i=1000487357210

 

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EP 013 Starting Over!

In this episode we share story of Lorraine Ladish, writer, publisher and yogini who at the age of 45 found herself divorced, unemployed, broke and in debt, with two young daughters. She was just days from being homeless and forced to feed her children with food stamps and charity as she figured out how to not only start over but to do it in a new country.

Lorraine tells us an inspiring story of navigating her way from deep depression to building a highly successful bilingual digital media company which celebrates Life over 50..  What struck me most about Lorraine’s story was the perseverance and deep self-belief that carried her through. A truly inspiring story.

Today’s episode is an inspiring story about following your heart even when it doesn’t quite make sense.  Genevieve Piturro walked away from a very successful career as a television marketing executive to found a national non-profit organization called Pajama Program to make sure that all children living in shelters had pajamas and books so that they could experience, if even for a night, her favorite childhood memory of pajama and story time.

Genevieve shares how a voice inside her led to a completely unexpected path that has now become the most important work of her life. We talk about inner knowing and trust as she shares the ups and downs of this journey that has lit her soul on fire and forever changed her life. 

This episode gave me all the feels. If you want a hefty dose of inspiration and to awaken to possibility and purpose for your own life this episode is for you.

 

About Genevieve:

Genevieve Piturro was a successful television marketing executive in New York City for twenty years when a little girl’s question changed the course of her life forever – and she jumped off the corporate ladder. She began delivering pajamas and books to children in shelters and in 2001 founded Pajama Program, a non-profit which has been recognized nationwide for both its success and Genevieve’s story.

Genevieve has been interviewed most recently on Hallmark's Home & Family, on OPRAH, TODAY, GMA, The Early Show, CNN, Fox & Friends, O Magazine, Forbes, and The Wall Street Journal and she rang the Nasdaq Stock Market Opening Bell in 2016.  She has been the recipient of many local and national awards.

An international speaker, personal strategic coach and author, Genevieve has made it her mission to inspire men and women across the globe to listen to their heart-voice connection in pursuing their passions to achieve success. Besides the amazing credentials and accolades, Genevieve remains a very remarkable and engaging speaker.

https://www.genevievepiturro.com/

https://pajamaprogram.org/

 

So many of us struggle with body image and weight gain as we age. Imagine loving your body exactly as it is while still achieving your weight loss and fitness goals. In today's podcast, I have a great conversation with Steph Miramontes, a Mind Body Transformation Strategist, about how we can achieve the results we want from a place of love and respect for our bodies instead of hatred and disgust.    Steph shares her own journey of struggling with negative body image and diet and how she overcame it. She shares how diets, even when we do lose weight, actually exacerbate body image issues and leave us still picking our body apart and wishing it was better.    We talk about how the health and fitness industry and media have tricked us into betraying our bodies based on an unrealistic and often unattainable ideal.  Steph shares that the key to lasting transformation is an inside job focused on mind, body, and soul and rebuilding the most important relationship we have, the one with our ourselves.   I hope you enjoy this episode and learn more about how to start having a love affair with your body as it is, now.   Learn more about Steph Steph is the owner of soul-centred Fitness where she takes fitness and nutrition coaching from a mundane task list to inspired action. She’ll help you pull back the curtain on why you want to change while guiding you on a journey that is sustainable. She is also a Desire Map facilitator and blends the perfect amount of no BS coaching with grace and compassion. She has been helping people achieve their fitness goals since 2012.   She's committed to not only helping her clients untangle their relationship to food and end yo-yo dieting but also helps them heal a lifelong battle with their body image.   You can find Steph on Instagram, and listen to her podcast The MindBody Alchemy Podcast here.

#020 - Living your Truth.

In this episode I chat with Jessica Casucci,  who after many years in a successful career as a lawyer and partner in a large firm, made the choice to no longer hide from her truth and in her words “blew up” her life. We discuss having the courage to face your truth and weather the fall out, knowing who you are and aligning with your authentic truth and how stepping forward is the only way to courage.  This is a fascinating story of a woman who had so much to lose but also so much to gain in standing up for herself. Inspiring is the understatement for this episode. You will love Jessica and her story. 

WARNING: Potential domestic violence triggers

  

Jessica Casucci is the founder and CEO of Mt. Olympus Performance Group, a firm that provides high-impact science and research-based executive and performance coaching to women.   With 18+ years’ experience as a corporate attorney, she formed her own company in 2019 with the goal of helping women aspire to big things and achieve them. In addition to coaching, she also can be found sharing inspirational stories of every day women doing bold, brave and badass things on her podcast, Boldly Spoken.  When she isn’t making playlists filled with deep house, 90’s hip hop and a bit of David Bowie for good measure, she’s hiking, playing with her rescue pets Orion, Finn & Nyx and cooking family style meals for the people she loves.

https://mtolympusperformancegroup.com/. 

Boldly Spoken Podcast -https://mtolympusperformancegroup.com/podcast/

Transitioning to entrepreneurship in midlife can be challenging.   It's a daring decision to step outside your comfort zone and leave behind the stability of a well-established career or a settled routine. My guest today is Meg Schmitz who when facing her own midlife crisis recognized an opportunity to create balance, freedom  in her life as well as  reignite  her passion and purpose through entrepreneurship. Meg’s vast experience as an entrepreneur has lead her to now supporting other “corporate refugees’ as she calls them, to make the leap. 

We talk about navigating through uncharted waters and the challenges it can present; from self doubt and uncertainty to becoming the jack of all trades in your own business ie where is the tech department when you need them.  We also discuss  the importance of having a clear vision  and surrounding yourself with like minded community as being keys to success.

 If you have ever found yourself thinking about making the leap to entrepreneurship you are definitely going to want to listen to this episode.

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www.megschmitz.com linkedIn.com/in/megschmitz

If you have ever listened to the podcast you know that one of my pet peeves is the way older women are represented or rather under represented  in mainstream media,  unless of course  its in ads for retirement plans, meal replacement shakes and bladder leakage products. The common definition of beauty does not include women in their 50’s and 60’s and beyond.

My guest today is on a mission to change that. Robin Bobbe is the founder of Modern Agerer Casting, a casting agency that specializes in finding diverse talent of all backgrounds and ages. After starting a career in the fashion industry as stylist, she then went on the become an actress, a  casting director and then a commercial model in her 60’s. Confronted by the lack of diversity that the model agencies offered, she armed herself with a polaroid camera and began combing the streets in search of the authenticity that reflected more diverse faces.

We chat about:

• Her experience and insights in the industry from both sides of the camera
• The importance of challenging societal norms of beauty and relevance. 
• How she captures the power and beauty of older models through their confidence, self acceptance and authenticity.
• Her process for the many reinventions of her career
• The importance of constant exploration, creativity and life long learning as the keys to a fulfilling life. 

There are so many great insights and nuggets of wisdom in this episode. If you’ve ever thought, even for second, that you’d like to try your hand at modelling no mater how old you are Robin encourages you to take the first step by reaching out to her. 

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Robin Bobbe is the founder of Modern Ager Casting. She has over 40 years of experience working with professional models and actors as well as non-professionals.

She has worn many hats during her career in fashion, film and photography. Robin started her career as a stylist in Manhattan in the 1970’s. She spent the 80’s acting in Los Angeles and the 90’s behind the camera as an associate producer of documentaries of which one was nominated for an Academy Award. In 1999 she joined Photo Group a large print advertising production company, as an inhouse producer, but it was clear that casting was her real calling.

Street casting became her specialty. She left Photo Group to start her own casting company in 2001 which continues today as ModernagerCasting, stalking her prey wherever she goes.

In 2012, through The Actors Fund she started working with artists living with dementia offering creative activities which she continues to do today.

She credits her 60’s for being her most creative decade yet and come March 30th she’s looking forward to seeing what’s waiting for her on the other side of 70. 

 

https://www.modernagercasting.com/What-We-Do/1

Today's conversation is both fascinating and inspiring on so many levels.

After spending 18-years in Scientology today's guest, Anne Hill, escaped with only her purse, a few dollars and the clothes on her back to begin the journey of rebuilding her life from scratch at the age of 48. Escaping cult life is not easy. Not only did she have to figure out how to survive, but she also had to work on undoing many many years of cult conditioning and programming.

We have a really candid conversation about her experience and I'm honoured that Anne has shared her story with me and with you. There is so much to learn from Anne’s experience. From living a life where everything in your life is completely controlled to creating a truly kick-ass next chapter.  Words can't describe this episode well enough, it's one of those that you just have to listen to. Enjoy!

Learn more about Anne...

Anne Hill is a professional content writer who learned her craft in the trenches and honed it with some of the best in the persuasive copywriting business. She’s currently obsessed with completing her memoir about her 18-year experience in Scientology, her escape, and how she rebuilt her life from scratch. You can follow her at instagram.com/annehillwriter or myscientologystory.com.

Are you a professional woman in her fifties and sixties that has been divorced for a couple of years and feel stuck? Done with the legal stuff? Done with the financial stuff? What now?

Martha Bodyfelt is a divorce coach that helps incredible women in their 50s and 60s gain control and orchestrate their life after divorce by helping get out of their "stuck" pattern so they can be even more incredible and continue to kick ass.

In this episode, Martha discusses how successful women can figure out how to get to the answers to those questions and more.

In this episode, we discuss post-divorce topics that include:

• Starting over
• Societal norms 
• Martha's Lion's Heart Method
• Conquering fear

Tune in for this and more and hear how to be guided towards being that kick-ass type of chick!

 

Author Bio

Martha Bodyfelt is a divorce recovery coach who helps professional divorced women in their 50s overcome their divorce pain and break free from the patterns keeping them stuck so they can feel fulfilled, have more fun, and live fearlessly. 

To find out what’s *really* keeping you stuck after divorce, head over to https://marthabodyfelt.com/ to take the 30-second quiz.

Website: https://marthabodyfelt.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/marthabodyfeltcoaching 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_marthabodyfelt/ 

 

 

In this conversation, Alexandra Pope and Sjanje Hugo Wurlitzer of Red School talk about a different perspective of menopause as not a physical betrayal but rather an awakening to new and different dimensions of you.

Our bodies hold so much wisdom and through our menstrual cycle and menopause, we can tap into our innate wisdom to create sustainably vibrant health, unlock our true potential, and reclaim our natural powers as a woman.

This is an enlightening episode that is sure to leave you thinking very differently about the natural cycles of your body.

If you like what you hear, I would really appreciate it if you left a rating or review so that we can get this in front of even more like-minded listeners.

 

  AboutAlexandra Pope and Sjanie Hugo Worlitzer, founders of "Red School", and authors of Wild Power: Discover the Magic of Mentrual Cycle and Awaken The Feminie Path to Power and the creators of the Menstruality Midicine Circle™, a brand new healing modality.Find out more about our guests:Website: http://www.redschool.netTwitter: https://twitter.com/redschool8Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/red.school/Facebook: https://www.instagram.com/red.school/Soundcloud: https://soundcloud.com/user-448977759

Today I have a conversation with author Janis Dougherty who shares how her life was upended through death, divorce and cancer. She explains how feeling completely lost in her life and finding rock bottom lead her on the journey to find herself.  We discuss the 20 questions from her book “Her Within” that we all should be asking ourselves to uncover our most authentic self at this time of life.  

She encourages us to connect with the 'HER' within that is hiding in so many of us. To find her, to trust her, to love her.

Learn more about Janis:

As a woman who set out on her own journey to connect with something that was missing, Janis found that women around the world are facing this same turning point in life. Many women have lost a connection with their HERwithin.  The comfort of finding that place where there is no judgement and plenty of encouragement is HER. That intuitive voice women hear or that nudge that they feel is HER. Janis teaches women how to connect with HER through the steps of Find HER, Embrace HER, Allow HER, Trust HER and Love HER.

Janis is a mother of two, a stepmom to three and an advocate for women to follow a path of fulfilment and “Discover the Woman Within”.

Author of the book, Find Her - https://herwithin.com/find-her-the-book/

Website - https://herwithin.com/

Facebook Group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/689890371702377

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/herwithin/

Todays guest is Jacqueline Perez, founder and creator of the Keul life, an online resource of information and inspiration for midlife women. Jacqueline  founded the site after feeling the frustrated at the lack of relevant information for midlife women.  

 

This episode is a lively conversation between two midlife mavens who whole heartedly believe that midlife is the best chapter yet. 

We share our experiences  and insights on everything  from navigating the unknowns of menopause to creating our best lives on the other side. 

We talk about:

• Finding the right solutions for your menopause symptoms 
• Claiming your power
• Midlife Entrepreneurship
• Finding your passion and choosing your life 
• Living the “Keul” life
• What makes this the best chapter yet

Jacqueline Perez is the founder of The Kuel Life an online resource for midlife women.  Jack champions change, normalizing aging for women through curated content and women-driven brands. With over 55 Kuel Category Thought Leaders and 40 women-driven brands, Kuel Life offers women an opportunity to ‘Share, Learn, Shop, and Play with Our Second Act Sisters!’ Having earned an MBA from the University of Chicago, Perez carries a hard-nosed business understanding to the entrepreneur world. Jack’s passions include: spending time with her son, traveling to exotic, off-the-beaten-path places such as; Cuba, Jordan, Zambia, Bolivia, and Zanzibar. An endorphin junkie, Jack is an avid jump roper, Peloton-fanatic, and a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo.

https://kuellife.com/

# 19 - In this episode we go deep on the importance of a wellness plan with Heather Denniston, a chiropractor, athlete, personal trainer and wellness strategist.  We often think about wellness as eating well and exercising and while we do cover this, our conversation focused a lot around mind-body connection, stress management and mindfulness as being key ingredients to any wellness plan. 

I know that in my own life having a disciplined diet and exercise regimen that looked great on the outside was actually a key contributor to my burnout because I didn’t have the right mindfulness and stress management practices in place. In this engaging conversation Heather takes us through “Should vs Good” wellness goals, getting to your “Wellness why” and how to build your wellness pit crew.  So many great take-aways for all of us to make sure we are living our best full colour lives for the next chapter.

Dr. Denniston is a seasoned chiropractor with an additional certification as a Wellness Chiropractor, (CCWP). She is an NASM trained Certified Personal Trainer, an avid athlete, health enthusiast, and writer who has a passion for inspiring people of all ages to ignite first steps toward their personal best. Through online content, public speaking and coaching, Heather shares wellness, fitness, and nutrition expertise for those looking for deeper change. Dr. Denniston is a frequent Wellness Strategist presenter for companies like Microsoft. She is also the author of “The Three Day Reset,” and the creator of the online wellness membership program,  “The Change Cave”. Dr. Heather presents nationally in a format that is energetic and  engaging.

Free git for listeners: “DISCOVER YOUR WELLNESS WHY” - http://bit.ly/WELLWHY

 

In this episode of the podcast I speak with Michelle Anhang, a coach specializing in grief and mental health.  And it’s not what you think it’s about. 

We typically think of grief related to the death of a loved one however in this episode we talk about grief being an integral and necessary part of any major life change, even the positive ones.  We discuss permission to grieve and even how to navigate grief arising as a result of  stay at home orders in the current global pandemic. 

It’s a necessary conversation for anyone of us who is in the process of navigating midlife change.

Judgement- a natural human tendency. We all judge- other people, situations and circumstances and most importantly ourselves. But did you know that judgment can also have a negative impact on our well being and relationships.

My guest today is Sally Arnold, an international mindfulness educator and author. We talk about why humans judge, the impact of judgment on our well-being, and the difference between judgment and discernment. We also explore how the stories we tell ourselves shape our judgments and how becoming aware can help open us up to new possibilities for ourselves. I also share my experience of catching myself in judgment and trying to judge less. j Sally gives us practical tips for detoxing from judgment and cultivating compassion towards ourselves and others. 

Our conversation highlights the importance of awareness and making conscious choices to live a happier and more expansive life.

 

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Sally Arnold is an international Mindfulness Educator, Speaker, Author, Awakened Living Coach, and Parenting Guide. She holds a Bachelors degree in Nursing, a Master's degree in Psychology and has extensive training in mindfulness education.

Sally is the founder of Mindful Compass. Mindful Compass courses and consulting are designed to offer skills to enhance resilience, compassion, and well-being. Mindful Compass curriculum has been taught to diverse audiences including healthcare professionals, attorneys, social workers, teachers, administrators, and general audiences.

Additionally, Sally has taught mindfulness to thousands of children, parents, and teachers. She has worked extensively with parents and families for over 20 years.

https://www.mindfulcompass.com/

https://www.mindfulcompass.com/awakened-living

 

This episode is all about how to access the power of your subconcisous mind to change your life through affirmations.

My guest today is Michelle Blood who had a successful career as songwriter and rock singer in Australia and after experiencing a near-fatal car accident she discovered the power of affirmations to heal her broken body and change her life.

Her positive affirmation songs have lead her to worldwide success in the personal development world in ways she could not have imagined was possible. 

In this episode we talk about:

The power of your subconscious mind

Affirmations  and what makes them work 

The power of visualization and energy 

Why it important to make manifesting your desires  easy and fun

This is a fun and  lively conversation that gets deep into some commonly and uncommonly known spiritual principles that you're sure to love whether  you're into the woo or  just woo curious.

Today's episode is the second in a series about caring for aging parents. It's an important topic that is impacting so many of my clients and this community. It's something that I am familiar with and am currently dealing with as well. The physical aspects of care are pretty straight forward but what is often unexpected is the emotional impacts it can have on us - fear, guilt, resentment and more. 

This conversation with Resa Eisen, a licensed therapist, social worker and mediator, sheds some light on how we as women can take charge of our emotional health while navigating this path with grace for all concerned.

We talk about the importance of giving ourselves permission for the feelings that arise as we navigate the complex family dynamics when we go from being the child to the caregiver.

During this podcast, we also chat about patterns of conflict that follow us from our families-of-origin and the cultural expectations for women as the primary caregiver, especially while we are in the midst of our own midlife struggles. There is also the added cultural imperative to be "unseen" and “ unheard”. Resa believes that women have the power within them to take charge of their emotional health, and provides her top 3 things we can do right now to make a shift for the positive.

Want to learn more about Resa?

Resa Eisen is a Social Worker, Therapist and Mediator, who has, over the course of her forty-year career, found her passion for understanding conflict and its impact on our most significant and intimate relationships. Over the years, Resa has launched many training programs in conflict-resolution, co-founded The Essential Conversations Project® to help older adults and their families prepare, plan and make decisions in mid-life and beyond, and has been an active member in her professional associations.

In the New Year, Resa plans to launch her newest program, called “Courage My Love: Lifting Your Emotional Health as a Woman Caring for your Aging Parents”.

Check out her website at www.marathonmediation.ca or email her at resa@marathonmediation.ca

Although on the surface today’s conversation appears to be about weight loss and fitness but  it goes so much deeper than that. 

My guest is Julia Lin, author of 'My Power Decade’, body builder and fitness coach who shares her inspiring transformation story from being sick and overweight to competing in fitness shows at the age of 62.  

What I love about Julia’s story is that it’s not just about physical transformation. She shares the deep mindset and spiritual journey that has lead to her living as the best version of herself in all areas of life.

Julia shares that the foundation of any lasting physical or life change is built from the inside out.  

We chat about self love and acceptance, having a vision vs a goal, working through limiting beliefs, getting your mindset right and tuning into soul whispers to guide your path.  

I loved this conversation so much as we touch on all my favourite things. Julia is a such an inspiration  for all of us looking to live our best lives well into our later years.  

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Julia Linn, a force of inspiration born in 1957, wears many hats - she's a beacon of motivation, a celebrated author, a guiding light in online body and mindset coaching, and an awe-inspiring bodybuilder. Her journey defies convention, especially at the age of 67, where she redefines what it means to be a senior citizen. Having traversed continents as a professor, retirement wasn't in Julia's vocabulary at 65. Instead, she embarked on a remarkable journey of physical and mental transformation, stepping onto the bodybuilding stage with the determination of a warrior. Her resilience stems from a life peppered with medical challenges, beginning at the tender age of 11 with diabetes. Against all odds, she faced failed kidneys, diabetic blindness, heart disease, and more, defying the grim predictions of her doctors. Julia's life was spared by a double organ transplant and triple cardiac bypass surgeries, each a testament to her unwavering spirit. At 62, Julia committed to a newfound mindset centered around fitness, catalyzing a profound internal transformation alongside her physical one. Her mission crystallized: to empower women aged 40 to their 70s to break free from limiting beliefs and embrace their full potential. Through her certification as a personal trainer and mindset coach, Julia illuminates the path of self-reinvention, intertwining the realms of mind, body, and spirit. Certified by the International Sports Science Association (ISSA), Julia's expertise spans over four decades as an educator and keynote speaker on personal development. Her bestselling book, "MY POWER DECADE," serves as a roadmap for achieving fitness goals through mindset shifts and has garnered acclaim in Women's Health circles. Julia's passion extends beyond the pages of her book; she founded "Body Beauty Love Life™" to extend her guidance and coaching globally. Her mission? To help women connect with their inner strength, unearth their true purpose, and lead lives of profound meaning. For Julia, true wellness transcends the physical - it's a holistic journey of transformation from within.   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/dolphinine/?hl=en (@dolphinine) Website https://bodybeautylovelife.com/ YouTube youtube.com/@julialinn LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/julia-linn-06bb77251/ Facebook https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100087666122649

 

 

On today’s podcast we’re talking about having the courage to face your truth, especially at midlife. Often, our fear and old programming holds us back from living the life of our dreams. Midlife is an excellent time to awaken to your own unique personal truth. In this episode, Helen Xenidis talks about coasting through life until a pivotal moment in 2009 which changed her life and started the next part of her journey. She explains how she began to open up to herself and that at age 44 she was reborn and stopped being a product of what others wanted her to be. Helen has some amazing wisdom that you are going to want to hear for yourself. You’ll walk away with several quotes that you are going to want to write down and post on your wall so you don’t forget them. “Let’s embrace who we are and shift our energy into who we’re becoming.” “Midlife is only a crisis if you miss the awakening”. You’ll stay in crisis mode until you’re ready for the awakening. Helen is a woman on a mission to empower women to owning their own life and dreams. Helen has a successful career as an insurance broker. Her goal is to always create the best individual “safety net” that enables her clients to live their lives and dreams without worry and uncertainty. Today, in addition to her corporate life, Helen is excited about being a model of possibility for women entering midlife and menopause. Follow her on Instagram @helenxenidis Here is a link to her video on Speaker Slam that was mentioned in the podcas https://www.facebook.com/watch/?v=211792523589650

Todays episode is a very personal one. In fact I’m kinda having a it of a vulnerability hangover about sharing it. 

I interview my millennial daughter Stephanie about her perspective on midlife after having had a front row seat to my midlife reinvention journey.  She shares her experience of watching my highs and lows, the changes she’s noticed along the way, how it has impacted her and how she now thinks about her midlife chapter.

In spite of my resistance I’m sharing this episode because so often I talk about how our generation of midlife women is on the leading edge of the change of the cultural narrative and how we show up for ourselves will impact the midlife experience of future generations.

And as a little personal review the episode, the last half is sooooo good.

In this episode we are chatting with nationally recognized wealth management advisor, author, and speaker, Kim Curtis about retirement and how to make our money work to create the life we want to live. For a lot of women, thinking about life after retirement can feel overwhelming, others fear it and some don’t even think about it until they are in it. Kim’s mission is to get women comfortable with their money situation so they can focus on creating their lives and living on purpose. In this discussion we explore how your  story impacts your relationship with money, the right mindset and the money formula. Kim reminds us that it's never too late to start taking control (systems and discipline) of your financial life so that money becomes a  tool to support your dreams and purpose in the next chapter of your life. 

More about Kim:

 

Kim Curtis is a nationally recognized wealth management advisor, speaker and is a bestselling author of Money Secrets: Keys to Smart Investing . As President and CEO of Wealth Legacy Institute, her groundbreaking work in developing a highly personal client-centric planning model was recognized in the Journal of Practical Estate Planning, winning the Editor’s Choice award. This model is the cornerstone of her firm’s holistic and highly successful approach to integrated wealth management, The Planning for LIFE Experience™.

 

Speaker Website: https://kimcurtisspeaker.com/

 

Wealth Legacy Institute: https://www.wealthlegacyinstitute.com/people/kimberly-l-curtis-cfp-chfc-clu-cap-aep-msfs/

 

Books: https://kimcurtisspeaker.com/retirement-secrets-book-retire-happy-healthy-free/

 

Free 2022 Essential Retirement Guide: https://www.wealthlegacyinstitute.com/resources/essential-retirement-guide/?hsCtaTracking=21ae5551-f12d-46d7-be6a-cbc3313a06a1%7Cb59327e6-33b4-45c9-9901-73e3f3379e23

This episode of the podcast is all about empowering women take control of their finances to create the life they want.  My guest, Libby Wildman, is a financial planner with 35 years of experience in helping her clients reach their financial goals while wading through all the details and the emotions to arrive at a place where your money is a tool that helps you achieve your life goals. She is skilled at helping you have your money work for you and implementing proven strategies to have you arrive at a place where you know what your money can accomplish for you.  She is a continuous student in both tax and estate planning as well as understanding the psychology behind the “money brain”.

 

In this conversation we explore the reasons why many women feel disempowered around money, including societal conditioning and intergenerational beliefs.  We also talk about the beliefs and behaviours that might be holding us back from the financial life we want. Libby shares practical advice and strategies for achieving our financial goals, even when we think we might be behind or its too late. We also dive deep into the topic of finances and relationships with what Libby calls financial infidelity. She shares the importance of open communication and aligned goals. 

 

We also dive deep into the idea of finding meaning and purpose for your life while also planning and saving for retirement,  how we define retirement  and the different ways to approach work and financial security in later stages of life 

 

This is an informative and insightful episode that will definitely make you think about how you are approaching your finances in this chapter of life. 

 

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Libby Wildman a principal at Davis Rhea Financial has over 35 years of financial services and planning experience. Libby has the expertise, education and industry knowledge to provide insight and the right answers for her client’s individual questions and circumstances. She is a continuous student in both tax and estate planning as well as understanding the psychology behind the “money brain”. Libby believes that as humans, self connection drives so much of our behaviours. To this end she creates retreat experiences, to help people know their purpose and work on their relationship with money. She also founded a women’s entrepreneur community, The Collective, to help women scale and feel seen while connecting with other super successful female business owners.

 

Find our more about Libby at:

www.LibbyWildman.com

LinkedIn: Libby Wildman

Instagram:  Libby Wildman

#018 - This episode is all about career. Often around midlife we find ourselves contemplating our careers and making decisions about whether we would like to continue to invest in the current path or try something else for our second act.  It can be a difficult decision when we have already invested so much to get to where we are. Cindy Harvey, career strategy coach talks with me about navigating this decision, how to evaluate the decision to stay or go and how we go about finding a career path that aligns with who we are.  I wish I could have had this conversation when I was making the decision to leave my corporate career. It would have saved many, many months of mental anguish. If you are in the process of contemplating next steps in your career this is a much listen.

 

Cindy Harvey is a Career Strategy Coach and founder of Amelia Dee, a company that helps high achieving corporate women breakthrough professional plateaus and thrive in fulfilling careers fully aligned to who they are. She has coached hundreds of clients on leveraging the power of energy & mindset to create success at work as well as designing a magnetic professional brand to make their next career move a breeze.

Are you a middle-aged woman sandwiched between taking care of your kids and your aging parent(s)? With many of us having kids later in life we find ourselves in what’s known as 'the sandwich generation’. And the demands can feel overwhelming.

In today's episode, I speak with Karen Faith Gordon, a gerontologist and elder care advocate about how to navigate the demands of this time of life.

We discuss how the older generation is really struggling during the current pandemic and how to help them manage their fear. Karen provides some great tips on how to provide support during this time

She shares how it is important to recapture the relationship of being a daughter, while still being the caregiver, and explains how to process the feelings of guilt, overwhelm and even grief that arises to create an open and honest dialogue. This can feel especially challenging when many of our parents come from a generation of suppressing emotions. 

As a  yoga teacher, Karen talks about the benefits that yoga brings to her elderly clients and how it can support them in the aging process. 

If you find yourself as part of the sandwich generation then this is one episode you won’t want to miss.

Karen Faith Gordon helps individuals and families address issues of aging through mental health/grief counselling, patient advocacy, care coordination, real estate and placement guidance to address short and long term care needs, and adaptive yoga for optimal well being. To learn more about Karen visit her website at https://karenfaith.llc/

Tania Elfersy is an educator on Menopause and women's health. Many of us go through life unaware of what menopause actually is and how it will affect us. I know for myself I was completely unprepared for the range of symptoms that smacked me between the eyes and how they  would impact my life.  In this episode we talk about the innate wisdom of women's bodies to navigate this change and what this very natural change may be telling us about ourselves and our lives. Tania offers a very different perspective that what you might hear in the mainstream on this topic.  Have a listen and I would love for you to share your thoughts on the topic and the episode.    

This interview is a lively conversation about why as women we are constantly at war with our bodies, especially so as we age.  

My guest is Star Monroe, a former exotic dancer, addict and bankruptcy survivor who turned her life around to help women heal their relationship with their bodies.  As a licensed psychotherapist, conscious relationship coach, speaker and author Star pulls no punches in holding us accountable for the way we see ourselves and reminds us that we have the power to change it.  

Star shares her deeply personal journey of healing from the inside out and coming to a place of love and acceptance for her lawn and her body that has literally changed her life.  No matter where you are in your relationship with your body this is a provocative and insightful episode that is sure to move you. (Warning: some explicit language). 

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Master coach, licensed psychotherapist, author, speaker, and conscious relationship therapist. Despite coming from a life of destructive patterns, including addictions, domestic violence, bankruptcy, and severe body hate, Star is now thriving in midlife and has become an audacious leader in the industry. Retired showgirl and exotic dancer, Star loves to flirt with life, date younger men, ask for what she wants, have great sex (solo and with others), and live out loud. She’s ready to help you have your own wild love affair with life and experience more fun, sexiness, and wild profound joy. Star is passionate about you thriving in dating, intimate relationships, personal reinvention, and reigniting your midlife libido.   https://www.instagram.com/msstarmonroe/ https://www.facebook.com/msstarmonroe https://www.youtube.com/msstarmonroe https://www.tiktok.com/@starmonroe Get  your free queen starter kit: https://www.msstarmonroe.com/queenstarterkit

Who wants to infuse friendships, life’s grounding lessons, and gather around a campfire in the spirit of fun to (re)discover who you want to be as you "grow up"?  Does such a space even exist?  The answer is yes.    Tammi Leader, after a 30-year career as an award-winning television producer, found herself a divorced single mom, burned out and no longer feeling fulfilled by her career and she knew it was time to reimagine her life.    Remembering back to the fun and community of her childhood camp days Tammi founded Campowerment, a transformational playground for women to learn, connect and grow together on purpose through a camp experience.    Campowerment provides the opportunity for women to find their passion and purpose, and step into a power that they may not even realize they have.     Tammi believes that the world is waiting for all of us.  Every one of us has a superpower that we can get back if we get unstuck.   In this episode, we discuss how women from all walks of life come together to find themselves and get the support they need to live their best lives Tune in to hear about Tammi Leader's expert-led community, Campowerment, and connect on purpose.     Bio   Tammi Leader   Founder of Campowerment   “I left my TV career with two Emmys and a dream: to build communities of happy, empowered people ready to propel themselves forward.”   In 2013, after three decades as an award-winning Television Producer, Tammi Leader took a huge leap of faith, stepping out of the TV Studio and back into nature to create Campowerment, the purveyor of live and transformative, expert-led experiences, powered by play!   After moving from her hometown of Miami to Los Angeles to develop a health & wellness show for Telepictures (Warner Brothers) designed to help people live life bigger and better, with help from game-changing experts in every area of growth, Tammi was at the top of her career, and yet deeply unhappy. At 53, she set out to find that “happy place” within herself, so she went back to her roots…to the place of her happiest childhood memories: summer camp. In partnership with her College Professor mother (Grandy) and Brand Strategist oldest daughter (Chelsea), and the support of her entire family, Tammi created a new concept, live and off-air: a sleepaway-camp-inspired experience where grown-up women (like her) could re-ignite their lives.   Enter: Campowerment, where Tammi invited in the power players who had impressed and inspired her during her many years at The TODAY Show, NBC News, CBS News, America’s Most Wanted, and EXTRA TV.    This new passion project, which became a business in 2013 when O Magazine named it one of the 50 things that made Oprah say, “Wow,” was the culmination of Tammi’s highest skills and most beloved concepts.   From the beginning, Campowerment has been featured in Forbes, Fortune, and Parade Magazines, the TODAY Show, CNN, The Hollywood Reporter, The LA Times, Miami Herald, Reader’s Digest, and lots s’more.   Tammi is currently working on a book about resilience and the power of kindred connection. We think her story has only just begun.

Todays guest is the author of a book called “Why I Don’t Like Sex Anymore’. Because, let’s keep it real with everything changing inside us and around us at this time of life sex might be the last thing on our minds.  Can you relate? I know I can. 

Dr Janet Williams is a board certified OBGYN, Surgeon, Hypnotist and Holistic intimacy coach.  She wrote Why Don’t I Like Sex Anymore?  After talking to  hundreds of women 40 who were struggling to understand  their issues with sex and desire. 

In this episode wee chat about the physical aspects of desire, but just as importantly Dr. Williams shares the psycho/social factors that also play huge role in how we experience pleasure and intimacy.  The good news is that we don’t have to resign ourselves to a sex-less future. There are so many things within  our  control that can make a difference; Some obvious and others that I actually hadn’t considered before.  

Dr. Janet shares fantastic insights and tips from her clinical and coaching practices  that can include both medical interventions as well as practical life tips about how to reconnect to our desire and pleasure. 

 

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Dr. Janet Williams is a licensed physician, surgeon, and board-certified gynaecologist in Los Angeles, California. With over 20 years of experience, she specializes in obstetrics, gynaecology, sexual medicine, and women's health. Dr. Janet is also a certified life coach and professional hypnotist, combining her medical expertise with soulful, heart-led practices to help women overcome obstacles and experience true pleasure.

 

Get a free copy of the book here. https://goodgroove.com/my-book-why-dont-i-like-sex-anymore-2/

 

Her coaching and hypnosis practice can be found here: https://goodgroove.com/

 

Good Groove Coaching and Hypnosis Program Application for Complementary Consultation: https://fzmyt1lf1ia.typeform.com/to/Eju17ZCd 

If you've ever been in the dating pool in midlife you know that it can be challenging. I definitely have had my share of bad dating stories. Today's guest, Lisa Copeland, is an expert over-50s dating coach.  She shares her winning formula for helping midlife women find a quality man. We talk about “chemistry”, having the right dating mindset, creating your quality man template, as well as, both spiritual and practical dating tips.  This is an eye-opening conversation that will have you thinking differently about how you approach the dating game in your 50s and beyond. 

 

About the guest:

Lisa Copeland is known as an expert on dating over 50. She's the Amazon Best-Selling Author of The Winning Dating Formula For Women Over 50 and a regular Huffington Post contributor. Her passion is showing women around the world how to find love again with a good man after 50.  Learn the 5 Little Known Secrets to Finding A Quality Man Over 50 at:

 

Freebie: https://www.findaqualityman.com/8-tips-about-men-over-50/

Website: https://www.findaqualityman.com/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisacopelanddatingcoach

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/accounts/login/?next=/over50datecoach/

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/copelandlisa/

Pinterest: https://www.pinterest.com/lisaacopeland/_created/ 

Twitter: https://twitter.com/Over50DateCoach/ 

Today’s podcast is all about how centuries of historical and societal conditioning has impacted how midlife women are perceived in our culture and how we think about ourselves.   I chat with Melanie Klein who is a professor of Sociology and Women’s Studies and a respected thought leader in the areas of self-acceptance, body confidence and empowerment.    We have an amazing conversation about confidence, respect, invisibly and how we find empowerment in this time of life. We also discuss the astonishing statistics about the female image, aging and associated messaging that is so prevalent in our social media culture and how that impacts us through menopause and beyond.   Melanie shares the historical context for why we as women often fear our power and how getting out of our intellect and into the ‘feeling’ helps to us to reclaim it and take full ownership of all that we are and all that we are becoming as we age.   It's a fascinating conversation that sheds so much light on how we got to where we are and how we shift the narratives and perspectives moving forward.    I hope you enjoy this as much I did. Let me know what you thought.    Melanie C. Klein, M.A., is a sought-after empowerment coach and respected thought leader in the areas of authentic empowerment, radical self-acceptance and super-charged confidence. She is also a successful writer, speaker, and Professor of Sociology and Women's Studies. Based on over two decades of professional and personal work, Melanie integrates her backgrounds in mindfulness and embodied wisdom with her academic expertise and advocacy work. In this way, she offers a holistic and unique pathway to personal freedom and prosperity, one that is customized to each individual. melaniecklein.com/       You can find Melanie on Instagram at melmelklein or on her website at www.melaniecklein.com  

#016 Excited to share this episode with you. It's near and dear to my heart. Elizabeth Dialto is the creator of Wild Soul Movement and The Embodied Movement Studio and was the first coach I ever hired, many years ago when my midlife reinvention journey began.  

In this conversation we talk all about Self Trust and embodiment - how to get out of your head, into your body and learn to trust your own inner wisdom. We also talk about menopause, body betrayal, societal programming and truth.  For me personally Elizabeth’s work was the beginning of an ongoing journey to uncovering long buried parts of myself and my deepest truths which have allowed me to create a truly authentic life that I love.  I hope you take some helpful nuggets from this conversation.

I’d love to hear your thoughts and comments. Send me a message and if you loved it I would be so appreciative if you would rate and review  wherever it is that you listen.

This week is a special mothers day episode all about the important legacy of motherhood.  

When we’re busy with the duties of motherhood we don’t often take time to think about how we are living our lives and the lessons and legacies that we are leaving for our children.  We’re doing what we are doing to be the best moms we can be, yet important lessons are being handed down that impact our children more than we realize.  

Todays guest is Ana Tajder,  award winning journalist, author and host of the multi award winning podcast Thank you Mama.  She shares the insights she has learned from interviewing hundred of mothers world wide. We talk about the importance of generational legacies and how the lessons handed down to us from our mothers and grandmothers have impacted the ways we live and parent today. 

It’s such a beautiful conversation on the importance of our  roles of mothers that we might not have previously considered.  

https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/thank-you-mama/id1502312840

A few months back I came across a series of articles talking about the differences between what men and women want in relationships later in life.  Women are apparently less likely to want to get married or cohabitate and for men it’s the opposite. It peaked my interest and I wondered why, and what that meant for relationships as we age. 

So this week on the podcast my guest  Barb Beck, an expert relationship and life coach, and I  dive into why women are choosing unconventional relationships dynamics. There are lots of great reasons for “together but apart” relationships and also a number of considerations.  No matter where you are in your relationship status this conversation shares some great relationship insights for all of us.  

  -------- Barb Beck is an expert relationship coach known for her compassion, direct approach, and intuitive insights. She has received extensive coach training, worked under the guidance of Louise Hay, and been a licensed spiritual practitioner for more than 10 years through the Living Enrichment Center.   https://www.linkedin.com/in/barb-beck-coaching-54630719/   Instagram https://www.instagram.com/coachbeckpdx/   Facebook https://www.facebook.com/barb.beck.315/

Todays episode is a truly inspiring conversation about conquering seemingly impossible physical challenges no matter how hold you are.  

My guest is Dierdre Wolownick,  a accomplished musician, linguist,  inspirational speaker and author,  who also happens to the be mother of Alex Honold, featured  in the documentary Free Solo for his death defying rock climbing without using ropes. Dierdre started running marathons at 55, started rock climbing at 58 and at the age of 66 conquered the 3,000-foot-high rock face, El Capitan, in Yosemite National park. Not only did she accomplish this incredible feat she did it in record time.

 

Dierdre and I chat about her climbing journey and what it takes mentality and physically to accomplish such an incredible physical challenge. We discuss the role of courage, not being afraid to learn, how to manage the unknown an so much more.  What I loved bout this conversation is that the tips and strategies that Dierdre shares are so relevant and applicable to just about any ‘out of your comfort zone’ pursuit.

 

I don’t see scaling rock faces anywhere in my near future but I walked away from this conversation with so many great insights and lessons that I will be applying to many things in my own life.   I hope you enjoy this conversation as much I did.

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Dierdre Wolonick is a professor of languages and has taught five foreign languages on three continents for 44 years. Her writing in books & magazines world-wide has won awards, and her independent publishing company produced several award-winners and international best sellers.  

As a musician all her life, Dierdre founded and conducted the West Sacramento Community Orchestra, and plays in many community orchestras and smaller ensembles on flute, clarinet or piano / keyboard.  She just returned from a 3-country speaking tour in Europe, and in later 2023, the documentary about her life, “Climbing Into Life,” will be available at film festivals across the country.

 

Blog/Web page: dierdrew.us.      

Instagram: dierdre_wolownick_honnold

FB: dierdre wolownick-honnold

Documentary:  https://www.facebook.com/climbingintolife/

https://www.instagram.com/climbing_into_life/

Today I chat with Susan Niebergall about fitness at any age and getting into the best shape of your life at midlife. We talk about all the benefits of strength training for women and how it is actually the #1 anti-aging tool.  She shares how being obsessed with numbers, either scale weight or calories, could actually be holding you back. Instead, she shares one thing that we should be focusing on to meet our fitness goals. If getting into the best shape of your life is on your midlife bucket list you will want to give this one a listen.

Check out Susan's book "Fit At Any Age" here - susanniebergallfitness.com/fit-at-any-age

Find her SF Inner Circle here - sfinnercircle.com

Connect with Susan on Instagram @susanniebergallfitness or on  Facebook at facebook.com/susanniebergallfitness. 

Access her website here - susanniebergallfitness.com

Meet Susan:

I am a Personal Trainer and Strength Coach. I am in my early sixties and am living proof that anything is possible at any age. I have a passion for helping people, specifically helping people attain their fitness goals, and I love empowering people in the gym and in their life–especially middle-aged women!

I am a wife to a fabulous high school band director and Mom to an awesome college-bound young man. I have been in education my whole life. I was a high school and elementary school band director and was a school counsellor for 24 years. I love teaching and helping people!

 

 

How do you talk to yourself about the way your body is aging?

In today's episode, I have a beautiful conversation with Lorraine Ladish about body image at middle age and beyond.

Lorraine shares her personal story about struggling with eating disorders and body image at a young age and how she overcame it in midlife. She now has a strong relationship and love for her body and provides tips on how you can too. We talk about a recent blog post  where she shares photos from an 'honest' photo shoot and how one of the 'real' photos went viral. Here is a link to the blog post we referred to: https://www.vivafifty.com/over-50-birthday-photoshoot-lorraine-ladish-13313/ We talk about how an aging body is perceived in the media and how the perception is a 'learned behaviour' and that we 'allow' ourselves to 'believe' certain things that work against us. Lorraine shares some practical optimism about this that you are going to want to hear.  Lorraine has fully claimed her power at midlife and is a true inspiration. We also talk about the fear of aging in our culture and how we all have a responsibility to provide positive education and inspiration to younger women about aging. 

Lorraine is a 21st. Century Communicator, helping empower women and others to achieve their goals. She is the founder and CEO of Viva Fifty! a bilingual community that celebrates being 50+. She's worked as an editor and social media coordinator for a number of online publications. She is a content creator and regular contributor to NBCNews, Huffpost, AARP, Babycenter and Mom.me. Lorraine has contributed to People en Español, La Palma of The Palm Beach Post,  Purple Clover, Latina magazine and Redbook . Her latest book on embracing age was published by HarperCollins in 2017.    But most of all Lorraine is a woman, a mom, a wife, a daughter, a sister, a friend, a writer, an entrepreneur, a yogini.

On this weeks episode of the podcast I’m fan-girling a bit because I get to interview a woman that I have been following for more than 20 years. I was a religious reader of her magazine column in the 90’s and have purchased all of her books. Today she shares with me her inspiring multiple reinvention stories from an overweight unhappy housewife  in an abusive marriage to fitness icon to tragedy, bankruptcy and finally discovering her true self.

 

Tosca Reno, is a  New York Times bestselling author and founder of the Eat Clean diet movement who became a model and celebrity in the fitness world in her 40’s at time when it was unheard of for a woman of her age, only to have it all come crashing down after the death of her stepson and husband. Faced with having to reinvent her life yet again Tosca began a deep emotional and spiritual journey of self-discovery and healing. 

 

Through this journey, she  learned the importance of authenticity, emotional self-care, and connecting with her inner self. Tosca discusses the importance of stepping out of your comfort zone and embracing change in order to live a fulfilled life. She shares her own journey of letting go of her old identity in order to find her true self. 

 

 

More about Tosca:

Hi! I'm Tosca Reno, a New York Times best selling author and founder of the Eat-Clean Diet. Thanks for joining me. I've created this short course to help introduce the concepts of my Eat Clean System. After thousands of group and personal coaching sessions with my clients over the years, it's clear there is a need for greater clarity about how to Eat Clean and implement it into your life.  

 

You can find her at: @toscareno on IG, Facebook and YouTube

If you have been considering starting a business or some kind of new venture for your second chapter then this is an episode you do not want to miss. In this episode, I speak with Juju Hook who is a former corporate brand strategist turned author, speaker and coach for midlife women entrepreneurs.  It's a super inspiring conversation about why midlife women are actually better equipped than many other groups for entrepreneurship. We talk about the powerful intersection of purpose and mastery, why we downplay our skills and the lies that are sold to midlife women in mainstream advertising. Juju shares how the answer to the question "If you could be doing anything you wanted right now, what would you be doing?” became the inspiration and catalyst for her own business. 

This episode reminds us how powerful and capable we are to create the life and business we want at this time of life.  A seriously inspirational conversation that you don’t want to miss. 

Are you ready for a midlife remix? Take a listen and get inspired!

Learn more about Juju Hook

Juju Hook is a consultant, coach, and speaker. For more than a quarter-century she developed brand strategies for corporations. Today, through online programs, live events, and one-to-one coaching, Juju motivates, inspires, and educates PrimeTime women in topics related to business, life, and relationships. She holds a BA in English and an MBA, and is certified as a coach and a yoga teacher. Juju lives in San Diego with her husband and her son. You can find her branding blog at StrategicJuju.com and her program for PrimeTime women at PositivelyPrimeTime.com.

Access Juju's website here - jujuhook.com

Juju has created a quiz to help people determine their brand archetype called Discover Your Essence of Influence. Access the quiz here - Discover Your Essence of Influence

NEW PODCAST:  In this episode we talk about something that I definitely struggled with for most of my adult life and that was the disease of business. In staying busy all the time and focusing on serving the needs of others we think we are doing everything right because that’s what our culture that rewards.  But it has a cost. We often find ourselves burnt out mentally and emotionally, unhappy and maybe even physically sick. We talk about how we reconnect with ourselves and the innate wisdom that lives inside us at a time when we need it most in our lives.  Jenna is an ontological coach trained in psychotherapy, a shaman, a Reiki/Energy Healer and Yoga teacher. This is a juicy conversation all about forgetting and then learning to remember who we are.

This is a fun and high energy episode with Sisters Abby Rodman, psychotherapist, and Julie Howard beauty/trend expert cohosts on the Sisters Cracking Up Podcast for midlife women,    We talk about all the pet peeves of midlife from beauty and aging, empty nest, divorce, switching careers to finding ourselves and living our best lives. And collectively we agreed that the biggest pet peeve is not being recognized for the hard-earned wisdom and life experience. This is a fabulous conversation where we all share the stories and lessons of our lives. Even though we just met this episode is like eavesdropping on old friends over a coffee chat. I know you will relate to this episode on so many levels.     About Sisters Cracking Up Podcast   Sisters Cracking Up. We're sisters psychotherapist Abby Rodman and beauty expert Julie Howard and we're here to talk with women in midlife about what is “cracking” them and what is cracking them up. Like so many of you, we are navigating the “sandwich” between parenting children and managing aging parents.   website: https://www.sisterscrackingup.com/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sisterscrackingupInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/sisters_cracking_up/

For so many years menopause has been a taboo subject - barely talked about between friends, let alone in mainstream media. I don’t know about you but I never heard the term peri-menopause before about 5 years ago.  And as a result many women have suffered in silence,  weren’t able advocate for their health and felt isolated and alone in their experience.  

 

Today’s guest Laura Okafor-Crane is on a mission to change all that. She is the founder of Perry, affectionately known as the Perry Sisterhood, a platform and information resource for women in peri-menopause, approaching peri-menopause, and post-menopause.  Perry is changing the way we talk about life during and after menopause by providing access to information, resources, expert advice and most importantly, as Laura shares, peer to peer support and community. 

 

After watching her mother struggle through menopause in silence Laura wants to make ensure its a different experience for future generations. Perry is a safe space where women can come together to support each other.  Its about education empowerment  and self advocacy for all women in the menopause transition. 

 

We talk about the lack of awareness and education on menopause in the medical community and how it often leads to to dismissive attitudes and misdiagnosis.

Why community and peer-to-peer support is so important 

How empowering women with knowledge about menopause is crucial for them to make informed decisions now and in years to come

How her expertise in global product management  has been instrumental in the development and growth of  the Perry platform.

 

If you are menopausal, approaching menopause or have questions about menopause this is the episode for you. 

 

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Laura is the founder and CEO of perry – a community app for perimenopause with more than 12k members. perry is a safe space to connect, support and learn during the  menopause transition.

 

Laura  is a FMCG veteran with 12+ years global Marketing experience at Procter & Gamble and Coty. It is her greatest passion to build spaces that serve the underserved. 

 

Having experienced her mother struggling in silence during the menopause transition and being a millennial who approaches perimenopause herself,  she was shocked by how little the support system around fertility and pregnancy matches the support women get when approaching perimenopause - which is close to none.

 

It is her mission to equip the upcoming generation entering the menopause transition with community and education - allowing ultimate self-advocacy.

Laura, being half Nigerian herself, loves Nigerian ‘Nollywood’ movies and lives with her husband and 2 sons.

 

Website:  https://heyperry.com

https://www.instagram.com/ohhelloperry/ https://perry.app.link/podcastguest 

Our book: https://shorturl.at/wO267 

Shaping the face of menopause panel on You Tube:   https://youtu.be/VnYBdDe-6gU

Todays episode is an inspiring midlife reinvention story. 

 

All too often we get stuck living what todays guest calls the “default life”, going through the motions of a life that happened to us rather than consciously choosing it. After loosing her brother in 9/11, suffering through a difficult marriage and a high stress job on Wall Street Mary Kay Duffy knew in her heart that she had to make some different choices for her life. 

 

Taking the road less travelled, listening to her inner nudges and learning to trust herself led her to  leaving the default life and growing a multi million dollar cosmetics business.  We talk about creating your inspired future through trust and belief - in yourself, in something bigger than you and in possibility. This story is as heartwarming as it inspirational.

www.therealMKDuffy.com

 

 

You're going to love today's episode. It's a hilarious conversation with 77-year-old Hollywood actress Mariann Aalda who appeared in many popular 1980’s television shows. She shares her journey of realizing that she was being “Aged out" of her 30 year Hollywood career when the phone suddenly stopped ringing. But that didn't stop Mariann. She has since gone on to create, produce and star in several one-woman comedy acts about the experience of aging as a woman in our society. Her mission is all about empowering women to stand in their power no matter what age. 

We chatted about how we have been hypnotized and conditioned by the media and how that has translated into negative self talk about this time of life.

There are so many hilarious one-liners from Mariann in this conversation. Get ready to have a great laugh.

Here is the link to her Ted Talk we mentioned titled "Ageism Is a Bully...Stand Up to It!"- https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=YcP4UxY_Q9o&feature=youtu.be

In the 1980s Mariann Aalda was a daytime television pioneer as one of the first - and still few - African-American daytime soap opera heroines, playing the feisty young criminal defence attorney, DiDi Bannister, on ABC’s EDGE OF NIGHT. Today, at 72 — after being “aged out” of Hollywood after a successful 30-year career in television, she’s blazing new trails...prosecuting ageism!

You can find her on Instagram  @mariannaaldathecronecrusader

Lauren Polly is an award winning author, speaker, coach and podcast host who works with emotionally diverse individuals to embrace their uniqueness and find their gifts. So much of the work she does is so applicable to us as midlife women in uncovering our most authentic selves in this chapter of life. 

We cover some really juicy topics:

• challenging the narrative about who we think we are, 
• find the courage to step out of the norm 
• The power fo gratitude  to change your life.
• Building a resume of life experiences
• how  joy can lead the journey of self exploration and discovery. 

This episode is all about challenging the status quo to find the hidden gifts and talents that lie within all of us.

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Lauren Polly, MEd, CCC-SLP, RYT, is leading the Mental Wealth Movement, which unlocks the unorthodox talent of the neuro-emotional divergent population.   

Whether through bespoke 1:1 intensives or consulting with forward-thinking companies; she carves space for those who think and feel differently to rise up and offer their uniqueness.   

As an emotional divergent herself, Lauren understands firsthand how a mental health diagnosis can mean a life of stigma and limitations.  Luckily, she has also discovered that what is sometimes labeled a liability is actually an asset in disguise.    

She has always felt compelled to walk others to this possibility; actualizing immeasurable change in people’s internal landscape and outward success.  She has tenaciously walked this path herself, chronicled in her multi-award-winning and best-selling book, The Other Side of Bipolar.   

The Mental Wealth Movement combines the very best of Lauren’s personal and professional journeys to offer cutting-edge content. Her 16+ years in neurodivergent communication therapy and 5+ years in hospital management further contribute to her singular perspective and methodology.  Those who are different can thrive!  If given the tools to do so – both at work and in life.   

www.laurenpolly.com

 

 

This week's podcast is a lively conversation with Jen Marples, who after a 25 year career in public relations reached a crisis point and took a massive leap of faith to follow her passions. She became a life and business coach, an activist dedicated to women’s empowerment, a podcaster and self proclaimed “champion for midlife women”.  We talk about taking radical responsibility for your life and owning your choices, and giving yourself permission to fully step into your power.  We share our experiences in navigating the highs and lows of the midlife reinvention journey.  

This high energy conversation is sure to leave you feeling inspired and ready to take action on creating the life you truly desire for your next chapter.

 

More about Jen:

https://www.jenmarples.com

https://instagram.com/jenmarples?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=

https://facebook.com/jennifermarples

https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenmarples

I don't know about you but up until a few years ago, no one was talking about boundaries, let alone how to set and hold them. It just wasn’t a thing.  And because of that, I like many of us fell into the trap of trying to do everything for everyone. For many of us saying yes is a knee-jerk reaction that comes so naturally but often leads us to overwhelm and sometimes resentment.  Been there!  In today's episode, I chat with Master Coach and bestselling author, Nancy Levin about the importance of boundaries and putting ourselves first on our list.  

Nancy provides powerful insight and new ways to look at setting boundaries that can dramatically change your life. If you are exhausted from your yes', you'll definitely want to give this podcast a listen and I'd encourage you to pick up a copy of her book "Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free”.  It's full of practical advice and tips for setting effective boundaries. A great read!

Learn more about Nancy

Nancy Levin is a Master Coach and bestselling author of Setting Boundaries Will Set You Free, Jump … And Your Life Will Appear, Worthy: Boost Your Self-Worth to Grow Your Net Worth, Writing For My Life, and Permission to Put Yourself First.

Formerly the Event Director at Hay House for over a decade, Nancy is the creator of Levin Life Coach Academy training & certification program, as well as many in-depth coaching programs guiding clients to make themselves a priority and set boundaries that stick.

Nancy received her Masters in Creative Writing and Poetics from Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado and she continues to live in the Rocky Mountains.

Website - nancylevin.com

Books - nancylevin.com/about/#books

Facebook - facebook.com/NancyLevinAuthor

Instagram - instagram.com/nancy_levin

Twitter - twitter.com/nancylevin

YouTube - youtube.com/channel/UCrUC6NdbENi1P2bQez1ghRg

 

On today’s podcast we’re talking about money.  People either love it or hate it but the one thing we all agree on is that it’s a necessary tool for life. 

What often comes up, and holds people back from making big  midlife shifts is fear of not having enough money, so in this episode  I talk with Agnes Kowalski,  a brilliant money mindset coach all about how our money mindset determines our thoughts, feelings and belief systems around our  finances. We talk about money as energy and dig into how things like grief, codependency and subconscious programming  impact our money story. 

Aggie shares how true alignment with ourselves is key to achieving the confidence and financial success we desire. Such an amazing  conversation!! I walked away with quite a few great insights and aha’s from this conversation.  I hope you do too.

 

Agnes Kowalski is a money mindset coach with 15+ years of experience studying patterns and alignment in people, originally as a therapist. She has  studied thousands of behavioural patterns to develop a unique method to Money Mindset Coaching.  Agnes has coached entrepreneurs, real estate agents, healers, artists, actors and many other service providers to break through income ceilings and create a new money reality for themselves.

https://agneskowalski.com/

#017 In this episode of the podcast I chat with Betsy Murphy, author of Autobiography of an Orgasm which chronicles her journey from being disconnected from her body to in her 40’s to finding herself through exploration of orgasm.

This is a candid conversation where we chat about the relationship we have with our bodies as we age, societal perspectives on aging and our bodies, navigating menopause and different ways to reclaim lost parts of us at a time when the world most need us to step into the leaders we have become.

If you’ve ever found yourself feeling disconnected from your body or any part of your own truth this conversation is for you.

Betsy Murphy is a writer, performer, mother, grandmother, and guide for women to retrieve the hidden parts of our stories. She believes that sometimes moving forward means first going back to reclaim the lost parts of ourselves. 

 Her books include Autobiography of an Orgasm, Beyond O, Write On: A Daily Writing Practice for Anyone with a Story to Tell, and Chasing Temples (August 2020).

You can find out more about her books, solo shows, and where Betsy is teaching at betsybmurphy.com

This weeks episode is an inspiring  reinvention story about following your passion at any age. My guest Melissa Davey left her comfortable corporate position at the age 65 to become a documentary filmmaker. She had always had an interest in film but had no experience in the film industry before she set out this journey.  Her first film Beyond 60 @beyond60 was released at the film festivals last year documenting the lives, lessons and experiences of 8 women over the age of 60. Such  incredibly poignant stories and insights. I actually watched the film twice.  Highly recommend it.

Now at the age of 72 Melissa is about to release her second film Climbing into Life @climbingintolife. In this episode  Melissa and I talk about what made her take the leap, how she navigated the unknown, what kept her going when things got hard as well her insights and advice for other women who may be sitting on the fence of a long held dream.

This might be one my most favourite  conversations yet. Melissa is a true badass and left me feeling beyond inspired to keeping chasing dreams and stepping out of my comfort zone.  I cant wait for you all to hear this one.

https://melissadaveydocumentaryfilmmaker.com/

 

Sponsor: https://hemplily.com/

 

This weeks episode is another ridiculously inspiring midlife reinvention story.  After Covid turned her life upside down my guest Michelle Fishburne was left with no home, no job, no kids. The only thing she did have was an RV so she packed up her belongings and hit the road. With no idea where she was going or where life was taking her next Michelle faced forward, leaned into her natural curiosity and trusted the unfolding of events happening before her.  Along the way she began talking to people she met about what they had lost and found during covid which lead her to become an accidental author of a book called “Who We Are Now: Stories of What Americans Lost and Found During the COVID-19 Pandemic”.  Michelle continues to be a full-time nomad, living and working in her motorhome, Airbnb’s, and the occasional house-sitting gig.

What is so inspiring about this story was Michelles unwavering trust in the unknown as she navigated what most of us would consider a very challenging set of circumstances.  There are so any quotes, stories and anecdotes in this conversation that we can all learn so much from.  I know I did.

https://www.whowearenow.us/

https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1469671239/ref=dbs_a_def_rwt_hsch_vamf_tkin_p1_i0

 

This is a powerful and heart warming episode about the healing power of community and what can happen when women come together to support each other in times of need. 

My guests today are Karen Ward who received a shocking cancer diagnosis in her early 50's  and her 2 friends Sara Smeaton and Marsha Shandur who rallied around her with a very innovative concept called the the Super Power Cancer Shower.

In this episode we talk about:

- What a Super Power Cancer Shower is

- How the diagnosis has changed Karens perspective on life

- The importance of listening to your intuition and advocating for your  health

- Why asking for help, especially when we really need it, is so difficult for many of us

- How being clear on what you need and asking for help is a true gift for both givers and receivers.

This is such a beautiful conversation with so many amazing nuggets and insights on how we can show up better for ourselves and others.

Since the recording of this podcast the guide for how to host a cancer shower had been launched.

Cancer Shower: https://www.cancershower.com/

Karens Super Power Cancer Shower  https://www.gofundme.com/f/lets-help-karen-kick-cancers-butt?utm_campaign=p_lico+share-sheet&utm_medium=copy_link&utm_source=customer

https://instagram.com/sarasmeaton

https://instagram.com/yesyesmarsha

https://instagram.com/curiouskarenward

 

 

 

 

 

After finding out her husband of 22 years was having an affair and being thrown into singlehood in her late 40’s, Laura Friedman Williams set out on a path of unknowing self-discovery through dating and sex.  As the author of “Available: A Memoir of Sex and Dating After a Marriage Ends”, Laura discovered a midlife sexual mojo she didn’t even know she had. This is a beautiful story of awakening, empowerment, and reclaiming herself through the exploration of her deepest desires. 

Author

 

Book: www.amazon.com/Available-Memoir-Dating-After-Marriage/dp/B08YNWVFWJ

IG: Laura Friedman Williams's (@laurafriedmanwilliams) profile on Instagram

FB:https://www.facebook.com/laura.f.williams.90

Today's episode is all about alcohol. From the occasional drink to a glass or two every night, how do you know if alcohol is a problem in your life? I talk with Lori Massicot who is a Life & Sober Coach for midlife women. Lori shares the story of her 30-year journey with alcohol and how she knew that it was becoming a problem for her. 

We talk about what it means to be sober curious, societal pressures and self-awareness around drinking. Lori encourages us to look at how our relationship with alcohol is impacting our relationships, careers and even personal goals. We talk at length about how alcohol is impacting the many hormonal changes and menopause symptoms that we experience at this time of life.

Lori shares how to navigate social pressures around drinking and create boundaries, along with tips on how to get out of the habit of drinking.

Book mention: Atomic Habits by James Clear

Learn more about Lori:

Lori Massicot is a Life & Sober coach for women over 40 because she knows how tough aging can be, especially when you mix it with alcohol.  She helps women restructure their days to align with a sober lifestyle to give the time and space to process how to think, feel, and do, all in a "NO BS fluffy" kind of way. A Sober Lifestyle is a catalyst to transform all areas of life from health and wellness to relationships to money and career goals and a deeper connection to your authentic self.

Her website is www.lorimassicot.com.

Check out her Podcast, 'To 50 and Beyond' - lorimassicot.com/to50andbeyondpodcast

Her membership community called 'Elevate' can be accessed here - https://www.lorimassicot.com/elevatenow

Todays episode is a solo episode. Its s reflective episode about how short and precious our life is.  Life short. What are you choosing for your next chapter?

 

 

Today’s guest is Kelly Bermingham, a long-time listener of the podcast who wrote to me to let me know how much the show and my guests have impacted her midlife journey. I want to share Kelly's story with you today because she is a real-life example of how tapping into and honoring your soul's voice can lead to finding your passion and purpose. From a  career in education and an empty nest, Kelly followed her soul's calling and created a life she is passionate and excited about.

 

Tune in to hear us talk about:

• Learning to trust your soul's voice 
• Navigating fear and doubt
• Listening to the wisdom of your body: its got so much to teach us
• Why you owe it to yourself to follow your passion at this time of life
• Leaving a legacy
• Kelly's advice for anyone who knows they want something more for their next chapter. 

 

Click the link in the bio to listen.

 

Linktree:  linktr.ee/sumnerspagirl

Email bermingham.kelly@gmail.com

YouTube: Kelly Bermingham, L'BRI Independent Consultant - YouTube

Twitter: Kelly Bermingham (@sumnerspagirl) / Twitter

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/less_stressed_moms/

 

In todays episode we are talking about living vivaciously at any age with my guest Ruth Yunker, a writer and humorist who is chasing her life long dream to become a model at the age of 73. Her latest book, "Baby, I'm the Boss of Me. My Journey to Ageless" is a funny and insightful read about how not to let age stop you from fully living your life. 

We chat about learning to honour your desires, how we so often get in our own way, stepping out of your comfort zone, personal bravery and the importance of taking imperfect first steps. Ruth shares all her strategies for living agelessly as well her unique definition of wisdom.  

This is a high energy and entertaining conversation that is sure to leave you inspired and ready to live full out no matter how old you are.

 

About Ruth:

I'm a writer and humorist. I'm 73, and am amazed and relieved, to find life is just as exciting as ever! I've published three books. Two on surviving Paris solo. The third is "Baby, I'm the Boss of Me My Journey to Ageless". I have lived all over, ever since childhood, and as a result, I consider myself an amateur sociologist! I'm a yogini, a mother, and a photographer. I recently challenged myself to start modeling, which is something I wanted to do as a teenager. It's turning into a stimulating and scary journey. I'm definitely way outside my comfort zone,but am reminded that I talk about personal bravery constantly...so here is my opportunity to put my money where my mouth is!   https://www.youtube.com/c/ruthyunker https://www.ruthyunker.com https://www.instagram.com/ruth.yunker/ http://www.amazon.com/ruthyunker/babyimthebossofme

 

 

 

 

Do you have a vision for your next chapter? Do you know clearly what you want from your life. Can you see it?

Todays guest is Barbara Pellegrino who, as well as being a transformation coach and NLP practitioner, is a leading authority on vision board success strategies.  In this episode we talk about the power of knowing what you want and having a vision for your life. A vision board can be powerful and effective tool to do that. 

Creating a vision board is so much more than just sticking pretty pictures on a poster board though. Its a powerful tool that impacts your subconscious mind, your nervous system and your beliefs.  We get deep into the neuroscience and the magic of how it all works together for your success. 

Barb also shares her story of how she manifested her dream life through her vision board and I share how, although I have never created a vision board (which I will definitely be doing after this conversation), I have used elements of vision boarding to bring some pretty amazing thing to life.

This is a powerful episode whether you have a clear vision for your life or if you're just starting out. Barbara shares amazing tips and insights on how to make a vision board work for you. 

 

Barbara Pellegrino is a renowned Vision Board Success Trainer. Originally trained in Mind Power, Barbara is a leading authority on Vision Board Success strategies. A certified NLP (neuro linguistic programming) facilitator & trainer, transformational life and executive coach, a master practitioner in energy leadership... and a published author with Dr. Wayne Dyer, Anthony Robbins, and Dr. Michael Beckwith in “Living in Abundance”. Since 1994 Barbara has been living a life of her dreams, beyond what she thought possible. Even though Barbara had a great career and was living a good life... her biggest dreams hadn't come true, until she started using Vision Boards. A visual representation of the way she wished her life to become. Once Barbara made her 'Treasure Map' vision board and applied the Mind Power Skills she had been teaching, that's when the real magic happened... 

Barbara has been teaching HOW to harness the Universal Law of Attraction and turn dreams into reality through Vision Boards for 30 years.

http://www.visionboardblueprint.com/

015 - I am super excited to share this episode with you. Probably one of my favourites to date. It's all about navigating changes in relationships – friendships and intimate partnerships - in midlife. Barb Beck is The Revolutionary Love Coach with a 20-year career in helping people create strong healthy relationships. We went deep on the topic of the quality of your relationships being directly proportional to the quality of relationship you have with yourself. Mic drop!!!! Such a good conversation. I also learned a few things about the way men experience midlife and relationships.  Tune in to this one.  You’re not going to want to miss this. 

Sleep! Almost all of us want more or better sleep. Some of us struggle with it. Especially during the menopausal journey. And you sure can’t create your kick ass next chapter when you’re dragging your see through the day.  So todays episode is all about sleep!  I

 

I really struggled with insomnia  and constant wale ups during my menopausal journey. Not having enough energy to get through the day to only lay awake all night was truly awful.  I became obsessed with sleep. I thought about all day, I read all the latest research, tried all the supplements and wore the sleep devices and still couldn’t get relief.  I finally did but it was a long road.

 

Thats why I’m excited to share my guest today, Dr. Shelby Harris. She is a behavioural sleep expert who shares her insights, tips and strategies (some of which might sound counter intuitive) for how we can improve our sleep.

 

We talk about:

• Why sleep is so important 
• Getting the right amount of quality sleep
• How we inadvertently create and perpetuate our sleep issues 
• Why you shouldn’t try to make up for a bad night of sleep
• Common sleep disruptors
• Tips and strategies for better sleep (some of which might sound counter intuitive) 

If you find yourself struggling with sleep issues, you’re going to want to listen to this one.

 

 

Dr. Harris is in private practice in White Plains, NY where she specializes in the use of Cognitive Behavior Therapy (CBT) for anxiety and depression. She is board certified in Behavioral Sleep Medicine (BSM) by the American Academy of Sleep Medicine and treats a wide variety of sleep disorders (insomnia, nightmares, circadian rhythm disorders, narcolepsy, apnea treatment noncompliance) using evidence-based non-pharmacological treatments.  

Dr. Harris has been an invited columnist for the New York Times "Consults Blog," Dr. Oz's website "You Beauty," and Psychology Today and is frequently quoted in the media, including such publications as The New York Times, The Huffington Post, The New Yorker, Wall Street Journal, O Magazine, and New York Magazine. She has appeared on the Today Show, World News with Diane Sawyer, Good Morning America, ABC7-NY's Eyewitness News, CBS News and ABC's Primetime: Live.

She is also the author of a book called  The woman’s guide to overcoming insomnia. 

 

https://www.drshelbyharris.com/

 

https://www.amazon.com/Womens-Guide-Overcoming-Insomnia-Medication/dp/0393711617/ref=tmm_pap_swatch_0?_encoding=UTF8&qid=1661444774&sr=8-1

 

I am a recovering people pleaser. I spent most of my life living by a list of shoulds and the expectations of others. I checked all the boxes of being a good wife, mother, employee, daughter, sister... you name it. I never stopped to consider what I actually wanted; what was important to me. And well, we know how that turned out... hello divorced, unhappy, burnt out corporate executive. I know I am not alone in this because I hear this story from women all the time. 

This week on the podcast I talk with Amy Green Smith who is a Hypnotist and NLP coach who specializes in helping people break free of people pleasing to live happier, more fulfilled lives. We talk in depth about why we do it, how it keeps us stressed out, stuck and unhappy as well as practical tools and strategies that can help us live our most authentic lives. 

Do you ever find yourself procrastinating on something you want for your life.  You think about it often but somehow never seem to be able to do anything about it. If so you are not alone.

My guest today in Anne Bartolucci who is a phd psychologist and an expert on procrastination. We talk about why we procrastinate and tips tricks and strategies we can use to work through it.  As a recovering procrastinator myself I found this to be a highly enlightening conversation. 

 

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Anne Bartolucci, Ph.D., D.B.S.M. is a licensed psychologist and a certified behavioral sleep medicine specialist. She started her professional career as the clinical director of a sleep disorders center and founded Atlanta Insomnia & Behavioral Health Services, P.C. in 2008 in order to focus specifically on behavioral treatment for sleep disorders.

Take the What Kind of Procrastinator Are You? quiz:  https://bit.ly/podcast-procrastinator

Better Sleep for the Overachiever: https://books2read.com/overachieverbook (universal link, goes to all vendors)

Procrastination Course: https://psychupacademy.com

Instagram: https://instagram.com/psychupacademy

 

 

Gratitude and meditation are two practices that have made a huge difference in my own life. I would even go so far as to say they’ve been life-changing.  Today’s guest Lori Saitz is the CEO of Zen Rabbit and host of the podcast “FINE is a 4-Letter Word.” She shares with us her journey to understanding the power of meditation and gratitude and why she now teaches others to do the same. In this episode, we chat about how we allow busy thoughts to clutter our minds and keep us from acknowledging important truths that need to be addressed.  Lori agrees with me that you can only run from your truth for so long before life will find a way to make you listen. Will it take a whisper or will it take a brick upside the head?

 

Arthur Bio 

Lori Saitz is the CEO of Zen Rabbit and host of the podcast “FINE is a 4-Letter Word.” She’s a nationally recognized expert in using gratitude and meditation for business success. Entrepreneurial professionals hire her to help them achieve their goals faster – without working harder.

 

Through her first business, Lori introduced the world to The Gratitude Cookie and built what looked like a million-dollar business. In reality, she ignored a key growth factor and ended up frustrated, in debt, and ashamed. She’s now evolved that experience into creating tools for moving from that place where you say everything’s fine – but it’s really not! – to fantastic.

 

When she's not working, you can find Lori in the weight room at the gym, because she also loves baking and eating.

 

https://zenrabbit.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/lorisaitz/

https://www.facebook.com/ZenRabbit

https://www.instagram.com/zen_rabbit/

https://www.clubhouse.com/@lorisaitz

Todays episode is a subject that is near and dear to my heart. It’s been one of the most impactful things that I have done on my reinvention journey.  And that is creating a clear vision for my next chapter.  

You might be asking yourself right now,  “If I don’t know what I want how can I create a vision?”.  If you know you want something different for your next chapter but you’re struggling to figure out what that is you're definitely going to want to listen to this episode. 

My guest is Lisa Guillot, a transformational life and leadership coach, a branding expert and the author of a new book called Find Your Clear Vision. We talk about why having a clear vision is important and how to go about creating your next chapter vision.

We also touch on:

• Patterns of thoughts and behaviours that keep us stuck
• How having a vision creates the energy that propels us forward.
• The link between creativity and vision 
• What often gets in the way of our clear vision and how we can learn to trust it.

In this episode I also share the journey of creating my personal next chapter vision when I had no idea what was even possible for my life. 

This is a juicy and insightful episode that you are going to love.

Links for more information

Website: https://bebrightlisa.com/

Find Your Clear Vision book - https://www.amazon.com/Find-Your-Clear-Vision-Professional/dp/1544536402/ref=sr_1_1?crid=GDSSHN7WFTGR&keywords=lisa+guillot&qid=1685049510&sprefix=lisa+guilo%2Caps%2C664&sr=8-1

Podcast: https://bebrightlisa.com/podcasts/

Weight loss is probably one of the most talked about subjects when it comes to midlife and menopause. I don't think there’s anyone who has not struggled with this at some point on the midlife journey.  But like everything else at this time of life, things change. What used to work for you no longer does and it can leave you feeling frustrated and hopeless. I know, I’ve been there.  In todays episode with Amy Ledin, mindset, fitness & lifestyle coach, we talk about how menopause affects the metabolism and how we need to adjust our approach to find success. This is not about new low calorie diets and workouts it's about adjusting our mindset and strategies to work with our changing bodies instead of against them.  

 

I found this to be such an enlightening episode that made so much sense to me. Have a listen and  let me know what you think.

 

More about Amy:

 

Website: https://amyledin.com/links

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy_ledin/

This episode features Star Hansen, a professional organizer, clutter whisper and author of the book Why the F*#@ Am I Still Not Organized? We discuss the real meaning of clutter, why we have it and its impact on our lives. She shares that clutter is not a peronsal fault but rather a sign of genius and encourages listeners to become resilient and unshakable in the face of clutter.   We delve deep into the energetic impact of clutter and its connection to achieving the goals and desires we have for our lives and explore the connection between clutter and generating ideas, as well as the relationship between clutter and the creative process.   Star shares the importance of having a vision for your life, setting smaller goals and how organizing can help you transform your life.   Takeaways

• Clutter is not a personal fault and should not be shamed.
• Clutter can serve a purpose and meet certain needs in our lives.
• Understanding the energetic impact of clutter can help us address specific areas of our lives that may be blocked.
• Setting intentions and taking small steps can help build trust in the organizing process. Ask three questions for every room: what activities do you want to do in the space, how do you want it to look, and how do you want it to feel.
• Having a vision for your life is important for organizing. Start with small goals if long-term goals feel overwhelming.
• Organizing can help you discover who you are and transform your life.
• Collect and organize your ideas and projects to make them more manageable.
• Reframe clutter as a sign of genius and see the message in the mess.

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Star Hansen is a Certified Professional Organizer (CPO), Clutter Whisperer & Keynote Speaker on a mission to help you banish your personal Clutter Monster, take control of your stuff, and create a home you’re truly proud of.

Instead of telling you to simply get rid of everything you own (or buy more storage bins to put it in), Star looks at the deeper meaning of your stuff to help you figure out WHY you feel so overwhelmed by your clutter in the first place.

She has appeared on 30+ TV shows, shared her fitted sheet folding secrets with Oprah & her fans, and created a unique organizing methodology that has helped thousands of people get (and stay!) organized (when no other system, solution, or “hack” could even make a dent in their clutter).

https://starhansen.com/

https://starhansen.com/freeresources/#freebies

 

 

In this episode we talk about why discovery and honouring your inner creative is important part of the midlife reinvention journey. And if you are one of those people who believe they not creative, let me assure you that there is a creator inside all of us, it just looks different in its unique expression for each one of us.  

My guest today is Tara Kinden who is a life long creative and teaches women how to find, honour and express their inner creator. She is an author, a musician, a product creator and host of the Lady Creators Podcast. 

If you’ve ever had a niggling feeling that there has to be more to your life but your cant figure out what it is then this episode is a must listen. It’s a juicy conversation about self discovery and all the ways we hold ourselves back from fully expressing who we are. 

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Tara Kinden, is a creativity + energetics mentor to female creators and creative types.  She specializes in helping female entrepreneurs to embody their unique cosmic roadmaps.  Utilizing Human Design, Astrology and Venus she helps her clients integrate their personal power, self-worth and true creator self.

Her vision is to see women become the driving force behind the creator economy.  Her mission is to align women with their dream lives and extraordinary legacies.  Filled with freedom, wellness and multi-generational wealth.

 

Here is the link to my offer:

The Creativity Key - masterclass to help you find your Venus and re-discover your inner creator.

https://www.tarakindenoffers.com/pl/2147730192 

Website - https://www.tarakinden.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/tarakindenco

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/tarakinden

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCwVE8bhX-ToDDghYgPtwKkQ 

Ever dealt with Imposter syndrome? You know when you embark on a new venture or step out of your comfort zone and have every negative thought and limiting belief come rushing to the surface. I think we can all relate. I know for sure I’ve been there. So many times. Launching this podcast; starting the Old Chicks Know Shit platform; leaving my corporate job and I hear it from my clients. That’s why I knew I had to have Tanya Geisler, an expert on Imposter complex on the podcast. I loved this conversation so much. We talk about the 12 lies of the imposter complex and the one truth that can help you drown out the noise, tune in to your soul’s voice and step into the best version of you. Sooo good!!!

Tanya Geisler is a certified Leadership Coach, TEDxWomen speaker, and writer who teaches high-performing leaders how to combat their Imposter Complex and lead with impeccable impact so they can achieve their ultimate goals. Her clients include best-selling authors, public speakers, and rockstar motivators.

Get more information on Tanyas work at http://tanyageisler.com/12lies

This week on the podcast we get into the “woo" in a conversation with my personal spiritual mentor Kisma Orbovich. We talk about trusting the power source within us to create the life we dream about. We all have the power to change our experience and create the life we want but we haven’t been taught how to tap into it.  We talk about the spiritual power of decisions and taking action which have both been game-changers in my own life.    Midlife can often be a very spiritual journey for some of us, but even if you’re not into the “woo",  I think you will find this a really interesting episode with lots of practical advice for your life.   

About the Speaker:

Kisma Orbovich, Creator of The Prosperity Code™,  CEO of Illumination Academy™ and Co-host of Illumination Podcast™ is an expert at helping CEO’s and Entrepreneurs master their life and business through understanding the principles of the Spiritual and Universal Laws. 

https://www.kismaawake.com/

https://www.linkedin.com/in/kismaawake/

https://www.illuminationpodcast.com/

https://www.youtube.com/c/Kismaawake

https://www.facebook.com/KismaAwake

https://www.instagram.com/kismaawake/

 

#kismaorbovich

Oftentimes, we hear these stories of other people finding their purpose in life and it sounds so grand, and they are making a ton of money from it.  When the truth is, though that may very well be for them, that's not exactly how you may find your life's purpose. 

Finding purpose in midlife isn't necessarily connected to material gains. It's all about becoming the best version of you. I discovered a process that worked for me and has helped clients tune into themselves to find their purpose. 

Listen to this quickie episode as I share this process with you.

Todays podcast episode is all about  finding your voice and speaking your truth.  

As women, many of us were taught to not speak up, to play nice, don’t rock the boat etc and after years of swallowing our own voice we lose connection with ourselves and our truth. And then when it come to speaking up in our careers, in relationships or even advocating for ourselves in medical situations it can be very difficult.  

My guest today is Doreen Downing a PHD psychologist,  author of the book Seven Secrets to Finding Your Voice and host of the  Find Your Voice, Change Your Life podcast. Doreen shares her personal experience with losing and finding her own voice that has become the driving passion for her work. We discuss what it truly means to find your voice and explore how it's not just about physical vocal expression but also about authentic self-expression in all aspects of life.  

Doreen shares common obstacles individuals face when trying to find their voice and how societal expectations, self-doubt, fear of judgment, and past traumas play a key role. We also talk about the role of self-compassion, mindfulness the power of vulnerability and overcoming fear of judgment as well as practical tips for finding, cultivating celebrating your unique voice.  

 

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Dr. Doreen Downing is a PHD Psychologist, Author, Speaker, and Host of the Find Your Voice, Change Your Life Podcast.

Doreen once suffered from stage fright. In conquering her fear, she found her voice and discovered that being connected to her Essence, the authentic self, is the key to relaxed and confident speaking.

She is passionate about helping others overcome anxiety so they can express the amazing Essence of who they truly are.

https://linktr.ee/drdoreendowning

Free Fearless Speaking Video Series: https://doreendowning.com/video-series/

 

 

 

 

Mary Beth Decker shares her inspiring reinvention journey of continually stepping into the unknown. From her career in the Navy to becoming an animal communicator and healer, Mary Beth followed her intuitive nudges and trusted the path that unfolded before her. She emphasizes the importance of courage and overcoming fear when pursuing new opportunities. Mary Beth encourages listeners to trust their intuition and embrace the unknown, as it often leads to growth and expansion beyond what we think is possible for us. 

 

Key Takeaways

• Follow your intuitive nudges and step into the unknown, even if it feels scary.
• Courage is necessary when pursuing new opportunities and facing fear.
• Sobriety can be a transformative experience and open the door to new possibilities.
• Trust your intuition and listen to the voice of your soul.
• Reconnecting with your passions and desires can lead to a more fulfilling life. Seeking insight from someone who has the gift can help overcome health and behavioral issues with pets.
• Creating a loving and joyful relationship with pets requires openness and courage.
• Everyone has gifts, and by remaining open and managing fear, we can discover and embrace them.
• Inspiring others by sharing valuable insights is a meaningful way to make a positive impact
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Maribeth Decker is an intuitive animal communicator, medical intuitive, and energy healer, and is the founder of SacredGrove.com, where People and Pets Heal and Connect. She works with pet guardians who dearly love their animals yet face tough issues. She uses her intuitive animal communication and energetic healing skills to address animals’ physical, emotional, and behavioral issues.  She is also an author.

 

Maribeth is especially gifted in helping pets and their people move gracefully through transitions - into the family, into a new family, or onto the next life. Maribeth helps people find peace and comfort, knowing they have made the right decision for everyone, including their animals. They finally experience that deep, mutual love with the animal they have longed for. 

 

A retired Navy officer, Maribeth’s rich personal life experiences have enabled her to bring a wealth of heart-centered wisdom to her work with each client. Her unyielding intention is to consistently bring forth the maximum benefit for all concerned in the most benevolent manner possible. Maribeth’s speaking style is warm and comforting, accented by a wicked sense of humor. She’s an excellent storyteller, and audiences love her.

 

Website https://sacredgrove.com/ 

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maribethdecker/ 

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/spiritualpetpeople LI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/maribethdecker/ 

If you look at the stats of how women fair in retirement compared to men, it's not pretty.  There are many reasons for this but one of the most important is that we haven’t taken the lead role in our own money story. We've been taught  "don't talk about money" and to rely on partners, financial planners and others "smarter" and "more knowledgable"  to lead the way. 

Todays guest Tania Vasallo leads a global community of  high-achieving women working to become financially empowered and Independent. She shares the top mistakes that women make when it comes to money and what we can take control of our financial future.   It’s a lively conversation that takes us deep into all the reasons women are sometimes not as comfortable with money as they should be.

If you're feeling called to take more control of your financial future this is an episode you wont want to miss.

 

 

 

Tania Vasallo is the founder of The Courage To Be Happy, a global community of high-achieving women entrepreneurs working to become financially empowered and independent. She also hosts Increase Your Income and Impact, her signature live event to help women expand their businesses and mindsets. 

Free Download: Womens Top Money Mistakes https://bit.ly/3UzRWXs

https://www.thecouragetobehappy.com/

 

In this episode, we get a little bit woo-woo in this beautiful discussion with Tara Kinden, Coach, Founder and CEO of Worth Camp™ and host of The Worthy Woman Collective podcast.

The heart of this podcast is about guiding women back into their worth. We dive into the importance of learning how to rest more and to trust our own intuition. Did you know that all women are creative but how we each express it is different? Discovering our version of creativity is important because creativity and self-worth are tied together. By allowing our creativity to flourish, it allows our worthiness to expand exponentially!

Tara is an expert in Human Design readings. Human Design allows us to get to know our true selves, who we are and what we’re here to do. I've had my chart done with Tara and we discuss my experience and how it helped me take back my power and connect with my deepest desires.

Prepare to have your mind awaken in this powerful podcast.

Learn more about Tara

Tara teaches women how to become authentically aligned™ with their worth, feminine power and potential for limitless living.  She uses human design, intuition, years of study & over 2 decades of entrepreneurship, to help women re-calibrate their energy and align with what they deeply desire.  

Worth Camp - https://tarakinden.com/worth-camp/

Website - tarakinden.com

Instagram - @taralkinden

Facebook - facebook.com/TaraKinden

Podcast - tarakinden.com/worthywomancodepodcast

I loved the conversation with this week's guest Anne Zuckerman. She started her first successful online  business in her 50’s and has continued to challenge herself and grow well into her 70’s, recently launching a new podcast called “Just Wanted to Ask”.  

 

Anne shares with us her incredible life story about living with the attitude of “it’s possible”. She has proved to us all that staying open to what is possible, and challenging herself to keep learning, has been the key to her success in moving from brick and mortar to online business, and now into the world of podcasting. 

 

I love Anne’s energy and light. When she told me her age I was floored. She has definitely found the fountain of youth through following her passions and staying open to possibility. 

 

Such an inspiring conversation. It made me excited for what I'm going to be doing in my 70’s and beyond.  Anne is a true inspiration.  This episode is a must listen. I know you will be as inspired as I was. 

 

More about Anne:

 

https://justwantedtoask.com

https://beziwoman.com

https://www.beziwoman.shop/two-step-order1591558404525

If you listen to only 1 podcast episode this year let this one be it.  This might be my most favourite conversation yet. I’m speaking with Nancy Sokol Green who is the founder and executive director of a global education program called Brain Highways. She is also the author of book called Connection mode - How to Change Your Brain For A Better Life, which as far as I’m concerned should be required reading for everyone. 

 

Todays conversation is about how limiting beliefs, negative thoughts and bad habits can keep us stuck as a result of patterns in our nervous system. Nancys work shows that we have the power to shift these patterns to create the life we want to live. This is an especially important episode if you you’re in the process of creating some thing new in your life and feeling stuck or finding yourself facing fears and doubts about what’s possible.  I know you are going to love this episode as much as I do. 

 

Nancy Sokol Green is a former classroom teacher, teacher trainer, and author of innovative educational programs used in schools nationwide. In 1999, she created and implemented Brain Highways in the public schools, which has since evolved into the international Brain Highways Global program.

https://www.brainhighways.com

Connection Mode: How to Change Your Brain for an Easier Life https://a.co/d/95D1HIU

As much as we talk about midlife reinvention on the podcast; And we've had some pretty amazing guests. I am so excited to share this conversation with June Morrow who has reinvented herself time and time again over the course of her life.  From lap dancer, to an author, to journalist, and now business coach with many stops in between. She is not afraid to follow her heart and begin again.     So many of us think about what it would be like to chase our dreams and follow our hearts but few of us find the courage to get things in motion.  What I loved about this conversation with June is that she shows us that no matter what reinvention you might be undertaking the steps to get there are always the same.    Tune into this inspiring story about June's whirlwind life and amazing journey that has led her to end up in a place of happiness again and again.    About June Morrow: http://junemorrow.com/about/ June's story: http://www.facebook.com/JayShettyIW/videos/642320053132879 June's book: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Lessons-Lap-Dancer-unconventional/dp/0995956510   #nevertoolate #oldchicksknowshit #midlife #midlifecrisis #womenover40 #womenover50 #kickassnextchapter #womenoverfifty #womenoverforty #nextchapter #empoweredwomen #midlifereinvention #midlifeempowerment #Midlifewomen #midlifeempowermentcoach #midlifereinvented #junemorrow #reinvention    

Today we're talking about money and more specifically your relationship with it with finance expert Connie Vanderzanden.   We all relate to our money through some level of past conditioning and programming that can impact how our money works or doesn’t work for us. Becoming aware of our perceptions of money can help us create the financial outcome we want. We also talk about how our conditioning as women can also hold us back from financial success. I come clean on my own past relationship with money which I likened to a booty call. Yep, you read that right!!!  We also talk about the impatience of your money relationship if you are a female business owner. Connie shares the story of how she was unconsciously letting her husband play a role in how much her business earned.    Whether you are a business owner, thinking about starting a business or just want to have a better relationship with money this episode is worth a listen.    AboutConnie Vanderzanden is an advocate for women seeking lasting financial success in business, the creator of the Going Beyond Revenue cash handling system, and the founder of Profit With Connie. Her financial know-how spans over 30 years of accounting and bookkeeping experience, a variety of industry knowledge, and her own business growth journey.To connect with Connie, visit online at: Website: www.profitwithconnie.comInstagram: @connie.vanderzandenLinkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/connievanderzanden1/   Download a free report - Three Steps to Increase the Profit in Your Business Opt-in for Profitzine   www.moneyactiontips.com

Joan MacDonald @trainwithjoan is a transformation inspiration for all of us. In her 70’s Joan took her health into her own hands and went from being overweight and unhealthy to a super fit bad ass who mastered her unassisted first pull up at the age of 72. How incredible is that?   Recently Joan has appeared in several media outlets as the world catches on to how incredible this woman and her transformation is.

We talk about the limitations we put on ourselves, finding your inner child at any age and staying committed to your goals even when things get tough.  Her mantra is you can’t turn back the clock but you can wind it up again. Don’t you love that!!  Yes, she changed her body but the most inspiring part was how much her outer transformation has impacted her self-esteem and how she shows up in the world. Joan is a true bright light. I loved our conversation and I hope that you find it as inspiring as I did.