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June 19, 2026
89. Changemakers: Hypnotherapy to Find Purpose in Midlife, with Christina L. Woods
When we hit our forties and fifties, we often look around, realize our lives are pretty good, and still notice a sense of dissatisfaction or restlessness. Then, we feel guilty for feeling that way because we know how blessed we are to have families, friends, and careers we (at least) like. In this Changemakers episode, I'm joined by Christina L. Woods, a clinical hypnotherapist, subconscious transformation expert, and former corporate executive. Christina specializes in helping high achievers cl
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June 12, 2026
88. Are You Thinking Yourself Older Faster? Mindset and Aging
Have you ever wondered why two people who are both 55 years old can look and act completely different, with one appearing ten years younger and the other seeming far older? In this episode, we explore the fascinating connection between our minds and the aging process to ask: are we actually thinking ourselves into old age? Drawing inspiration from the book Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz, we're talking about how accepting the artificial belief that we are "old" causes us to slow down, which
87
June 4, 2026
87. The Mindset of Style and How to Like the Way You Look, with Jennifer Mackey Mary
Do you feel like your body is changing, nothing fits right, and it’s easier to just wear pajama pants with a professional shirt for your Zoom calls? Giving up on getting dressed takes a heavy toll on how we feel about ourselves. In this episode, I welcome style expert Jennifer Mackey Mary. Jennifer is the founder of Everyday Style and host of the top 10 podcast, The Everyday Style School. We dive into why mindset is the critical first step to style, how to confidently dress a changing midlife bo
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May 29, 2026
86. Get Your Hopes Up and Stop Bracing for Disappointment in Midlife
Have you ever thought about how often you say or think the phrase, "don't get your hopes up"? In midlife, dealing with career pivots, aging parents, and changing bodies, we often use this concept as a shield to protect ourselves. But what if lowering your expectations actually hurts you more? In this episode, I dive into why "don't get your hopes up" is one of my least favorite phrases and why it's time to start getting excited about life again. We explore the evolutionary psychology b...
85
May 22, 2026
85. Intimacy and Sex After 40 Without Shame Or Pressure, with Jennifer Marie Summers
Many women in their 40s, 50s, and early 60s tend to suffer in total silence when navigating changes in intimacy. We often carry shame around our shifting desires and changing bodies, falsely believing we are the only ones struggling or that we are somehow broken. In this episode, I welcome Jennifer Marie Summers, a board-certified sexologist, certified sex coach, and menopause coach who has been doing this work for nearly two decades. We dive deep into why smart, capable midlife women experience
84
May 15, 2026
84. Why You Self-Sabotage Your Big Goals (And How to Stop)
Have you ever set a big goal, started taking action, and then completely self-sabotaged? You are not alone. In midlife, we often feel ready to make a significant change, whether it is a career pivot, starting a new business, or getting in shape. But then procrastination sets in, and we slide right back into our old habits. What if this self-sabotage isn't a sign of weakness, but a predictable, biological, psychological process that you have control over? In this episode, we dive into the concep
83
May 8, 2026
83. How to Stop Emotional Eating and Heal Your Hunger in Midlife, with Tricia Nelson
There is something that affects so many women in their 40s and 50s, yet we tend to suffer in total silence: emotional eating. We often carry deep shame around our eating habits and falsely believe we are the only ones struggling. In this episode, I welcome emotional eating expert Tricia Nelson . Tricia is the creator of the Heal Your Hunger system, host of the Confessions of a Binge Eater podcast, and her TEDx talk on "garbage eating" has over a million views. We dive deep into why smart, capabl
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May 1, 2026
82. How to Love Your Menopause Body (Without Giving Up on Your Health)
Have you caught yourself looking in the mirror recently, grabbing a little chunk of skin around your middle, or wondering, "Whose body is this?" You are definitely not alone. We are diving deep into the reality of midlife body image. I share my own recent wake-up call after seeing a wedding photo, the difference between "fuel food" and "celebratory food," and how to finally turn the volume down on your self-criticism. If you are tired of fighting your own body and want to find a way to be happy
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April 24, 2026
81. Changemakers: Using History as Inspiration, with L. M. Elliott
Often, we see the opportunities, we feel the intuitive nudge, but we don't trust ourselves enough to take the leap. In this Changemakers episode, I am joined by New York Times bestselling author, Laura Malone Elliott. Laura shares her midlife pivot from writing long-form narrative journalism in the 1980s to becoming a best selling historical novelist. We dive into how she turned a dreaded assignment into a book, the reality of juggling a demanding career with kids' activities, and why history...
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April 19, 2026
80.a How to Break the Complaining Habit in Four Simple Steps
*This is a duplicate of episode 80 due to systems issues.* Do you default to talking about bad weather, terrible traffic, or how busy you are? You might be using complaining as your primary conversation style without even realizing it. In this episode, we explore how chronic complaining drains your energy, keeps relationships surface-level, and physically rewires your brain to look for the negative. Let's talk about strategies to break the cycle, embrace healthy venting, and train your mind to l
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