Welcome to Midlife Reclaimed, the podcast where we get real about chronic stress, overwhelm, and burnout in midlife—and the ways we can recover, grow, and come home to ourselves again.
I’m Shannon A. Swales—psychologist, writer, and fellow midlife traveller. This show began as my personal burnout diary in Burnout: A Different Kind of GAP Year. Over time, it evolved into deeper conversations—first as When Burnout Becomes Reality, and now as Midlife Reclaimed—a space for women navigating the demands, identity shifts, and pressures of midlife.
Twice a month, we share life stories and professional wisdom on topics like mental health, self-worth, boundaries, relationships, and finding meaning when life feels overwhelming. You’ll hear from inspiring guests, and sometimes from me, as we explore what it means to reclaim your energy, your voice, and your life in this season.
Please note—what you hear here is general information, not a replacement for personal therapy.
So, if you’re ready to rewrite the midlife story—not as a crisis, but as a reclamation—join me, and let’s walk this path together.
Listen to Midlife Reclaimed wherever you get your podcasts, and watch on YouTube @midlifereclaimed.
Want to Share Your Midlife Wisdom?
If you have a story, insight, or professional perspective that can help other midlife women feel less alone and more whole, I’d love to hear from you. Contact me here.
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Engaging with this podcast does not intend to create, nor does it create, a therapist-client relationship between you and Shannon A Swales. All views, opinions, and tips expressed by me or my guests are general in nature and not a replacement for personalised therapy. As I have done for myself, I encourage anyone experiencing distress to seek professional support. In Australia, if you are in a life-threatening emergency, please dial 000. For immediate counselling, contact Lifeline (13 11 14) or 13YARN (13 92 76) for First Nation Australians. Stay safe, and remember—you don’t have to face your struggles alone.
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