Kristin Rehkamp is a mom and business owner who has found herself through the journey of helping her daughter through a health crisis and more. She talks with Kim about navigating the mental health care system (or lack thereof), making the decision to simplify life as a family, starting a local and online business and finding peace. She shares her story with honesty and gratitude and everyone needs to hear it.
Kristin has written a lovely book called Finding Us: A Mother's Memoir of Braving Mental Illness with her Young Daughter which is written as a journal and letters to her daughter. You can find it HERE on Amazon. Kristin also has a gift shop called La Vie Est Belle and speaks about advocating for mental health resources at various events. You can find her on her social media and website at the links below:
Website: shoplavie.coFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/lavieestbellegiftshopInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lavieestbellegiftshop/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/la-vie-est-belle-llc
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Are you one of the 90% of people I talk to who have essential oils sitting around the house not being used? Or are you new to oils and have no idea how to use them? Or maybe you have an oil that you are unfamiliar with and need to know how to use it.
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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.
If this podcast inspires you and makes you think, “She’s talking to me,” there’s a place where these conversations continue. The Midlife with Courage™ community is the podcast—plus deeper connection, encouragement, and support for midlife women navigating confidence, change, and what’s next. It’s a safe, uplifting space to be inspired, share honestly, and grow alongside women who truly get this season of life.
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Are you looking for more? You should check out my Courage & Confidence Circle! Join a supportive group of other midlife women who are ready to live with courage and stop waiting for someday! This 3-month program starts again in March 2026 and I would love to see you there!
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