Please note that in this episode, Kim and Dr. MIchelle discuss death and dying which could be a trigger for some people.
This week, Kim hosts Dr. Michelle Peticolas, a life transformation coach specializing in helping midlife women navigate through significant life challenges and losses.
Dr. Michelle shares her personal journey and professional insights into the importance of surrendering to emotions, engaging supportive communities, and reframing life stories to use grief as a catalyst for transformation.
She also discusses her experiences with geographical moves, emotional shutdowns, and her impactful work in hospice care.
Dr. Michelle introduces her SERVE framework for dealing with complex grief and emphasizes the importance of living fully and fulfilling one's potential.
Listeners are invited to reach out to Dr. Michelle and access her complex grief checklist for further support.
00:00 Embracing Grief: Understanding Emotional Release
00:35 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:54 Meet Dr. Michelle Peticolas
02:18 A Journey of Courage and Transformation
04:13 The Turning Points of Life
11:10 The Impact of Childhood and Parental Influence
17:13 Lessons from Hospice and End-of-Life Experiences
24:01 The SERVE Method for Grief
30:16 Final Thoughts and Resources
You can get Dr. Michelle's grief checklist by typing the following into your search bar: http://complexgriefchecklist.com/
Get in on the next Courage & Confidence Circle before it even opens. The waitlist for the March 2026 Courage & Confidence Circle is open so click the link below to let me know you are ready to grow your midlife confidence now!
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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