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Oct. 10, 2025

Curiosity Builds Confidence and Beats Fear When Redesigning Your Midlife (Ep. 53)

When was the last time you pushed a button just to see what happens? In this episode, Cheryl shares a funny (and surprisingly insightful) story about her Ring camera — and how it led to a big realization about curiosity, conf...

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Oct. 3, 2025

Making Midlife Fitness Fun for Women Over 40, with Erika Shannon (Ep. 52)

We know we should exercise. But when moving your body feels like a chore, it’s easy to resist it. What if instead of “should,” we started looking at movement as something joyful, energizing, and protective of our long-term he...

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Sept. 26, 2025

The Questions Gen X Women Need to Ask Our Parents Now (Ep. 51)

Episode 51: We feel like we know our parents or older relatives inside and out—but what if there are entire chapters of their lives we've never heard about? Imagine being able to ask the right questions now, so you don’t miss...

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Sept. 19, 2025

How to Talk to Doctors About Menopause and Hormone Health in Midlife, with Adrian Thompson, PA-C (Ep. 50)

Episode 50: Menopause isn’t a maybe—it’s a certainty for every woman lucky enough to live long enough. Yet despite the fact that half the population will experience it, perimenopause and menopause are still some of the most c...

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Sept. 12, 2025

Social Media and the Comparison Trap for Gen X Women (Ep. 49)

Episode 49: Ever catch yourself scrolling through social media and suddenly feel… less than? You’re not alone. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife , we dig into why so many women over 40 and 50 fall into the comparison trap ...

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Sept. 8, 2025

Permission to Thrive and to Redefine Your Midlife, with Dr. Wendy O'Connor (Ep. 48)

(Episode 48) Ever find yourself asking, “Is this really it?” You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this empowering episode of Mind Your Midlife, Cheryl Fischer sits down with Dr. Wendy O’Connor, a Stanford-trained positive psychologist and success coach, to talk about what it truly means to thrive as women over 40. We dig into the difference between success and happiness, how to stop living by everyone else’s “shoulds,” and why giving yourself permission to thrive may be the most importa…

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Sept. 5, 2025

Why Midlife Women Struggle to Relax and How to Change That (Ask MYM, Ep. 47)

Episode 47: Ever feel like you should be doing more—or maybe the opposite, like you just want to relax but wonder if that’s “enough”? In this Ask Mind Your Midlife episode, I’m tackling your real-life questions about rest, re...

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Aug. 29, 2025

What If You've Been Funny All Along? Comedy and Humor in Midlife with Lynn Harris (Ep. 46)

You’ve probably heard that laughter is the best medicine, and science agrees. But did you know that being funny isn’t something you’re either born with or not? My guest today, Lynn Harris, founder of Gold Comedy, is here to s...

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Aug. 22, 2025

Midlife Self Care Made Simple with EFT Tapping (Ep. 45)

Ever asked yourself, why do I feel guilty taking time for myself? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry that belief anymore. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife , I’m sharing the powerful practice of EFT tapping and g...

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Aug. 19, 2025

How Midlife Women Can Recognize Domestic Abuse, Build Confidence, and Help Other Women (Ep. 44)

Whether or not you've personally dealt with abuse, you most likely know someone who has. In this powerful episode of Mind Your Midlife, I talk with domestic abuse survivor and advocate Tiffiny Newton about how women over 40 and 50 can recognize the signs of abuse, protect their self confidence, and reclaim their joy. Tiffiny shares her personal journey of leaving an abusive relationship and transforming that pain into purpose—helping women spot red flags, set boundaries, and understand …

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Reviews

Concise and packed with wisdom

"Just a one-mile walk or meal prep with on of these brief but wisdom-packed episodes always makes me think about something in a new way and gives me positive actions I can take immediately. Thanks Che…"

fuzzer buzzer | Jan. 11, 2025

Fabulously full of Content!

"Beautiful combination of neuro science & straight talk that feels like a hug! Love the specific tactics I can start today! I had never thought about the (over?) use of ‘thanks’ in work emails — min…"

LillytheTiger | Jan. 11, 2025

Love Love Love!

"Finally, a NEW TAKE on how to thrive in midlife! So many midlife podcasts talk about the same old things—but not this one. Cheryl is clearly ahead of the game. Great show and I especially love the co…"

PodLaunchHQ.com | Jan. 10, 2025

The podcast we all need!

"I appreciate how well thought out Cheryl’s episodes are. It feels like having a friend who is there to tell you everything is going to be alright. The guests are always so knowledgeable. Thanks for y…"

Jessiriv | Jan. 10, 2025

Usable info!

"I really enjoy this podcast. Length of each session is just right and I leave with meaningful insights and practical advice. It’s not too much talking, just the right balance of anecdotes, reflection…"

FullFrontal_Lobe | Feb. 10, 2025