Episodes

Is your stress making your perimenopause symptoms worse? Could simple changes help you feel better and regain balance during midlife? In this fascinating episode, Cheryl is joined by Marjorie Nass, a yoga teacher, Ayurveda expert, and creator of the Pericycle Lift program. Together, they explore the powerful connection between stress, menopause, and overall health—and share practical tools to help you calm your body, ease symptoms, and thrive through midlife. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YO...

Have you ever caught yourself apologizing for no reason or thanking someone when it wasn’t really necessary? These common habits might be undermining your confidence more than you realize. In this eye-opening episode, Cheryl explores why midlife women often overuse words like “sorry” and “thanks,” the hidden impact on our self-worth, and how to use these powerful words intentionally instead of reflexively. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why over-apologizing is often about mak...

Does the thought of confrontation make you uncomfortable? Do you replay difficult conversations in your head long after they’ve happened? You’re not alone. In this powerful coaching episode, Cheryl works with a client struggling with conflict at work. They explore the emotional toll of avoiding confrontation and uncover strategies to handle it with confidence and professionalism. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why avoiding conflict can make things worse and how to stop the cy...

Ever feel like stress is running the show in your life? Imagine having a tool that helps you reconnect with your body, manage your emotions, and find calm—even in the middle of chaos. In this enlightening episode, life coach and breathwork expert Kamini Wood shares how intentional breathing can help you release stress, process emotions, and create a sense of balance—all without adding anything extra to your to-do list. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: What "somatic" really mean...

Do you live for the weekends, slogging through weekdays just to get to Friday? What if you could find joy and fun every single day—yes, even on a Monday? In this uplifting episode, Cheryl explains how our brains are wired to see what we expect and how we can train them to find joy and glimmers of happiness every day. Say goodbye to the weekly roller coaster and start creating a life you love seven days a week. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: Why your brain naturally notices th...

Ever wondered why your body feels so good after a deep belly laugh? What if that natural high could be part of your daily health routine? Most of us have heard "laughter is the best medicine," but few know the science behind why. In this joy-filled episode, certified laughter yoga teacher Cathy Nesbitt reveals how intentional laughter can help you manage stress and transform your physical and mental health – no jokes required! BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: Why laughter is a ...

How do we raise confident young women in today's world? More importantly, how do we become the role models they need? Meet Nellie Harden, mother of four daughters and expert in helping women and girls build their foundation of self-worth. In this powerful episode, discover how our own journey with self-worth directly impacts the next generation of women leaders. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER: The vital things you need to create a foundation of self-worthWhy security ...

Have you pushed your dreams aside because "there's no time" or "it's too late"? What if those were just stories you've been telling yourself? Meet USA Today bestselling author Aven Ellis, who launched her writing career in 2013 – proving it's never too late to pursue your passion. From writing in carpool lanes to crafting stories during lunch breaks, she's built a successful career by finding creative ways to make time for her dreams. In this inspiring episode, discover how one woman turned h...

Positive thinking sounds great, right? But what if it’s holding you back instead of helping you? In this thought-provoking episode, Cheryl dives into the misunderstood concept of toxic positivity. Learn the critical difference between staying optimistic and ignoring your emotions—and why honoring your feelings is the first step toward real growth and mindset mastery. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: What toxic positivity really is—and how to avoid it in yourself and w...

When was the last time you thought about your "unforgivable person"? That one person you swore you'd never forgive? What if holding onto that anger is actually hurting you more than them? Many of us in midlife are carrying years of resentment, anger, and unresolved pain. We've been told to "forgive and forget," but we can't – and maybe we don't want to. Yet that emotional baggage might be affecting our health, happiness, and future opportunities more than we realize. In this epi...

When was the last time you could truly name what you were feeling – beyond just "fine" or "stressed"? If you're like many women in midlife, you've gotten so good at powering through your days that you've lost touch with your actual emotions. Maybe you're using wine, Netflix, or constant venting just to cope with all the changes happening around you. In this powerful first episode of Mind Your Midlife, we're diving deep into why recognizing and accepting your emotions – even the ...

Here's what's coming! Episodes every Friday. Join us each week as Cheryl, her guests, and her clients share with you how to feel confident in your body, your decisions, and your goals - and create a midlife that you love. Text me to ask a question - I'll answer on the podcast! Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want sup...

Welcome back to OMG Teach Me! Today’s episode is chef’s kiss for anyone who’s ever felt like life wasn’t playing fair. You know those moments when things really aren’t going the way you thought they would, and you're wondering, “What now?” We’re diving into six game-changing truths you need to know to navigate the mess, reframe the stress, and find your way forward. We’re talking about: Yes, it’s totally fine to just START (even when you feel like you’re not ready—spoiler: nobody ever is). There...

We’re diving into a topic today that no one really wants to think about but absolutely everyone needs to: estate planning. This episode is packed with must-know info that could make your life (and your loved ones’ lives) so much easier. I’m joined by the amazing Andrea Bryk from Bryk Law, who’s here to break it all down in plain English and with a whole lot of compassion. We’re talking about: 📝 Why you need a will – Spoiler: No, you’re not too young or too single for this! 📑 The power of a power...

Get ready for an inspiring and laugh-out-loud episode of OMG Teach Me! Today, I’m chatting with Jeff and Mindy, a dynamic duo who’ve redefined what it means to transform your life—inside and out. From pioneering the natural bodybuilding industry to writing a hilarious-yet-thought-provoking book series, these two are all about helping people unlearn, rethink, and THRIVE. Here’s a taste of what we’re talking about: 💭 Your thoughts are yours to control – Learn how mindfulness and mindset can help y...

Get ready for some serious inspiration in this episode! Cheryl chats with Tatiana LaBello, a motivational speaker, youth mentor, and self-described "recovering perfectionist," about self-esteem, dreaming big, and finding your inner superhero. Here’s what you’ll learn in today’s conversation: Why waiting for perfection is *so last season*—just get started, even if it’s messy. Tatiana’s motto: **Dream it, Believe it, Do it** How her work with kids and teens helps them discover their unique superpo...

You've hit midlife and you are pondering some changes... you're making decisions (or you want to be able to make some decisions!). It's easy to get stuck in indecision and wonder whether that gut feeling you had actually makes sense to try, or whether it's more responsible to talk yourself out of it. David K. Richards, micro school founder and life coach, joins me today to share with us his principles for navigating these decision-making challenges. You'll hear us talk about: 30 days of liste...

Chronic Fatigue Syndrome (or Myalgic Encephalomyelitis) is sneaky. If you're a woman with a job, a household, kids, activities, or any combination of the above, raise your hand if you don't ever get tired... I'll wait... We all get tired. Dr. Jenny Tufenkian, ND, joins me today to help us figure out whether that tiredness is simply a signal to us that we need to treat ourselves better or whether it's CFS/ME, which is a complicated syndrome that is sometime difficult to understand....

Relationships are all about trust - whether we're talking about work relationships, family relationships, parent/child relationships, or partner relationships. Not only does that mean that trusting each other is important, it also means that self-trust is key. We need to be able to recognize our emotions, be present in the moment, and be truthful about what we are thinking and feeling. How can we improve? Courtney Clifford, psychotherapist, joins me this week to share with us the power ...

It's a trend lately to slide money or a gift card anonymously into a diaper box or some other product in a store. Why? Let's talk about it. Your relationship with money if often about difficultly or scarcity. That tends to come from our money stories and experiences we have in childhood. One way to start healing that relationship is the give money away - and do it anonymously. It's not about being thanked, it's about doing something good for someone else and at the same time...

This episode is a life-changer. Amy Kemp joins Cheryl today to talk about the "should" energy we often use on ourselves. I have to... I need to... I should... These are obligation statements coming from our subconscious beliefs about what life should look like. How can we switch to, "I get to...," or "I want to..."? Amy shares a visual and a verbal method to interrupt our thought habits. If we're not going to "should on ourselves" then how can we make decisions in life...

Affirmations are one of my favorite tools for transforming your mindset and belief about various aspects of your life. But, if your brain immediately argues with you as soon as you affirm something about great success or exciting things happening, you are losing the benefit of the affirmation. What to do? Include a "but" in the middle! Today I'm sharing a method for creating affirmations that you actually CAN believe, get excited about, and use over and over again to start moving toward to your...

Perspective is powerful. We all look at the world through a lens of our own experiences and our own core beliefs - about how the world works, our abilities, what's possible, etc. So, how can we change that perspective if we see that we're holding ourselves back or if we'd like to grow and change? We can use powerful questions. Luann Horobin, Executive & Leadership Coach, joins me today to explain what exactly powerful questions are - and why they can help us. If you think about it, you may fall...

Do you get creative ideas or solve a tough problem while doing something else, like walking, showering, driving, doing the dishes, etc.? I definitely do. Today I'm sharing with you WHY that happens (hint: your subconscious brain is occupied), and HOW to actually remember that great idea that can flit away quickly. I like to text myself! :) We can also throw it all the way back to episode 2 and the benefits of walking, because the two things are very much linked. Let me know what you do to rememb...