In this episode of Midlife with Courage™, Kim welcomes guest Bernadette Catalana, a New York City attorney and mother of two daughters.
Bernadette shares her early experiences of overcoming fear and building courage, recounting a significant moment from her childhood when she challenged a misplacement in a reading group.
The conversation shifts to her experiences and challenges as a mother, and later as a grandmother, emphasizing the importance of respecting and trusting adult children.
Bernadette also discusses her journey to becoming a lawyer later in life, inspired by her daughters, and her work mentoring young lawyers.
Bernadette’s book, 'Daughter Lessons,' and her insights on motherhood, career, and life are highlighted, providing listeners with inspiring lessons on courage and personal growth.
00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:15 Meet Our Guest: Bernadette Catalana
01:07 A Childhood Story of Courage
05:18 Raising Daughters: Bernadette's Experience
09:34 Parenting Adult Children
14:00 Maintaining Family Connections
16:29 A Mother's Journey: Finding Purpose and Courage
17:49 Balancing Career and Motherhood
19:26 Embracing Grandmotherhood
21:35 Writing 'Daughter Lessons'
25:38 Reflections on Life and Writing
29:23 The Future and Final Thoughts
To learn more about Bernadette and her daughters and more, go to her website daughterlessons.com.
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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.
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