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Too Cool For MidlifeEverything You Need To Know About College PlanningOverwhelmed by the college planning process? Meet Gerna Benz, founder of Bay College Planning and one of the country's top college planning experts. He has helped countless families navigate the college journey, working directly with students to find their ideal college fit while showing parents how to make it affordable.In this episode, Gerna helps navigate the waters of higher education. Want to know when to kick off your college planning? Curious about how grandparent gifts affect financial aid? We're covering it all! From special considerations for divorced families to insider tips that'll give you the biggest...2024-11-1734 min
Too Cool For MidlifeForget Me Not: The New Toolkit for Reversing Alzheimer'sLet's be honest, a lot of us would rather not think about Alzheimer's. But here's the thing - statistics show that over 6 million people are living with Alzheimer's and that number is projected to grow at staggering rates. This episode isn't about scaring you. It's about sharing some pretty amazing research that's changing how we look at memory loss. We're not just talking about preventing it anymore - we're talking about actually turning it around. Wild, right? We're going show you what's really possible for our brains as we get older.Dr. Heather Sandison is g...2024-07-2154 min
Too Cool For MidlifeLet's Get PhysicalAs we enter our 40s, 50s, and beyond, many of us find that our tried-and-true exercise routines no longer yield the same positive results. Instead, we may face unexpected setbacks and a frustrating plateau in our fitness journey.Enter kinesiologist Robbie Stahl, who sheds light on why simply adding more weight, increasing cardio intensity, or adopting a "push through it" mentality might be doing more harm than good. Stahl reveals the biggest pitfalls that can derail our fitness goals and lead to injuries as we navigate the second half of life.Whether you're feeling stuck...2024-07-0646 min
Too Cool For MidlifeThe Mouth-Body ConnectionOften considered an afterthought, mouth health is actually mission-critical to overall health, influencing everything from cardiovascular health to immune function. This goes way beyond the traditional brush-floss directive we have all been taught.In this episode of Too Cool for Midlife, oral hygiene meets holistic health. Barbara Tritz, biological dental hygenist, shares about the often-overlooked role the mouth plays in our overall health, diving into many important facets, from what bleeding gums say about you to steps to minimize your risk of neurotoxin exposure, the connection between airways and menopause, and so much more.E...2024-04-2138 min
Too Cool For MidlifeLunar Love: The Moon & MenopauseWe all know about the connection between the Moon and the tides, influencing the ebb and flow of the ocean. Well, it turns out that this celestial body is also influencing our own biological rhythms. In this episode Masami Covey discusses how the lunar cycle impacts women from perimenopause to postmenopause, discussing everything from mood swings to sleep, dreaming, and more.Episode Highlights Include:- The Moon's influence on your biology - Lunar rhythms and women's health - Circadian vs. Circalunar rhythm - How the Moon can support fluctuations during perimenopause- Hon...2024-03-2946 min
Too Cool For MidlifeThe Moldy Truth: The Unseen Strain on RelationshipsIn this episode Dr. Tessier shares the often overlooked and intriguing connection between mold exposure and its potential effects on sexual health. Mold isn't just a household nuisance; it could be the unseen third wheel in your bedroom, silently dampening the flames of desire.Episode Highlights Include:- What are mold and mycotoxins?- How (and why) does mold impact people living in the same environment differently?- How can mold and mycotoxins cause relationship and intimacy issues?- Mold and its connection to autoimmunity and hormones.- Menopause symptoms...2024-03-1738 min
Too Cool For MidlifeDefying The Odds In Midlife And BeyondMidlife years are anything but "over the hill" and ought to be the prime time of life physically, mentally, emotionally, and spiritually. In this episode, anti-aging expert Brian Vaszily uncovers the destructive triggers that speed up aging and shares ways to shield yourself against these offenders.Episode highlights include:- The art of making choices- Understanding how what is consumed in your head and heart directly affects aging- The #1 health and longevity habit - The importance of revisiting "the big questions" at different stages of lifeAbout Br...2024-01-0143 min
Too Cool For MidlifeCaution When Considering BotoxMidlife is when most of us start to really focus and concern ourselves with the aging process and turn to cosmetic treatments such as Botox. An estimated 11 million people worldwide have used Botox, making it one of the most common nonsurgical cosmetic procedures.In this episode of Too Cool For Midlife, Dr. Summer Beattie shares a cautionary tale about what led her to discover that a commonly used aesthetic injection - botulinum toxin could cause a severe and debilitating condition that is rarely, if ever, discussed before offering this service - Iatrogenic Botulism Poisoning (or IBP).2023-09-1543 min
Too Cool For MidlifeThe Land Down UnderSo, you’ve heard about the pelvic floor before, you might have tried Kegels a few times but weren’t sure if you were doing them right … you heard how giving birth can damage your pelvic floor muscles, and afterward, you might pee a little bit when you laugh or sneeze. Friends might have even told you about their jade egg … But when you get down to it, what’s the deal with the pelvic floor?Well, this group of muscles may just be the unsung hero of your body, often under-appreciated and misunderstood. The pe...2023-09-0340 min
Too Cool For MidlifeWhat the F*@# Is Going On With My Hormones?!?If you are a midlife woman grappling with understanding what the f*@# is going on in your body in this new season of life, and/or you know of a woman who is, do not miss this episode.From hair thinning to brain fog, anxiety, depression, an overall lack of zest for life, or a non-existent sex drive, in this jam-packed episode, Dr. Sharon Stills shares critical information on what you need to be doing to support your hormone health for all stages of midlife ... from perimenopause through post-menopause. Episode highlights include:- What...2023-08-1943 min
Too Cool For MidlifeFitness By DarwinThe theory of human evolution by natural selection influences all sorts of things in our lives, including how we practice medicine, eat, and even work. But unfortunately, evolution has not had the same effect on how we exercise.For some strange reason, evolution is mainly ignored or dismissed when it comes to exercise. In this episode, we talk with Collin Carroll about the overlooked connection between Evolution and Exercise avoiding injuries, getting stronger, and looking better … especially in midlife. Episode highlights include:- How humans evolved to move, and how that relates to fitness.2023-07-2240 min
Too Cool For MidlifeShift Your Energy, Shift Your LifeIt can be overwhelming to figure out where to start when cultivating good feng shui in your home or office. What rooms should you begin with? How do you start fresh, or what do you do if a room is already decorated? What should you not do in feng shui?Thankfully, it doesn't need to be challenging. In this episode, guest expert, Marie Diamond shares basic feng shui steps to kickstart your journey to amplify the energy in the spaces in your life, from home to office. Feng shui is not design or decorating; its p...2023-06-3045 min
Too Cool For MidlifeBreaking Up With Ben & JerryOver 90% of all diets fail because they don't address the crux of the problem, which is emotional eating. In this episode, we look at the close link between eating and emotions, getting to the heart of why we overeat and how to stop with guest expert Tricia Nelson.Episode highlights include:How to differentiate between physical and emotional hunger3 hidden causes of emotional eating and how to heal themSigns of an emotional eaterHow to deal with obsessive food thoughtsThe #1 weight loss mistake you should never make About Tricia Nelson:Tricia lost f...2023-06-0849 min
Too Cool For MidlifeLet's Get Cellular: Unwinding the Mystery of FasciaMedical science is finally catching on that fascia is a major player in your health, vitality, and every movement you make.Supporting your fascia system is one of the most underutilized ways to ensure cell health, mobility, and a cascade of longevity benefits including hormone health, size, shape, posture, pain relief, mood regulation, and more.In this episode, Deanna Hansen, who is a pioneer in the field of fascia decompression shares everything you need to know about this secret organ that's the key to changing ... well, pretty much everything!Episode highlights include:2023-05-1343 min
Too Cool For MidlifePragmatic Dreaming 101Do you ever have that "nudgy" little feeling show up? That feeling that you could do better, that you could be trying harder, that you’re not living that "big life" of your dreams?Even though you dream about it, you just can’t seem to make it happen?In this episode, Hayley Hunter Hines shares her personal story of walking away from her uber successful 20 year corporate career and going after her dreams of travel, teaching, speaking, finding her true life partner, and owning a villa in the heart of Tuscany. She also shares pract...2023-04-2942 min
Too Cool For MidlifeBringing Sexy Back & Ending Low LibidoNot feeling in the mood lately? Or let's get real honest, have you not been "feeling it" for years?!? You're not alone, and though studies have shown that sexual desire in women drops off dramatically in midlife, there are a lot of solutions available to raise your libido.The truth is you can have a healthy sex drive in midlife and the years beyond. In this episode, Dr. Diane Mueller shares strategies for reclaiming your libido and overcoming chronic low desire. Episode highlights include:- The research on midlife changes in driving fa...2023-04-1542 min
Too Cool For MidlifeYour Midlife Supplement Survival GuideDoes your supplement assortment remind you of your spice cabinet? Just like that bottle of oregano that expired in 2017, do you have half-used bottles of supplements you can't seem to let go of? Let's get your Spring Cleaning started, dig into that supplement cabinet, and take a look at where you are in life and what supplements you should consider taking.In this episode, Too Cool For Midlife resident experts Dr. Kim Trager and Candace Lawrence strip it down to the basics and help us get supplement smart:- The "Fab Four" s...2023-04-0142 min
Too Cool For MidlifeTell Me What You Want, What You Really Really WantAre you someone who has perfected the art of people pleasing and maneuvering personal and professional relationships by being polite and pleasant?In this episode, expert guest Lois Barth shares how we can move from people pleasing to becoming beautifully honest with ourselves, our partners, and those around us using a mind + body approach. We are talking about Honesty 2.0, and episode highlights include:How people pleasing affects our ability to be honest.Our early histrionics in people pleasing.How people pleasing is actually a form of manipulation. Begin to practice bringing mo...2023-03-1939 min
Too Cool For MidlifeGut Feelings: How Emotions Affect Your Gut HealthGut issues are rising at an alarming rate in both adults and children. Find out the emotional aspects of gut health and why you are less what you EAT and more what you THINK. Dr. Ameet Aggarwal uncovers gut health's often unaddressed spiritual and energetic aspects. Episode highlights include:- Emotional and energetic aspects of gut issues, including SIBO, leaky gut, Crohn's disease, IBS, and ulcerative colitis.- The often overlooked role your liver plays in gut health.- Homeopathic remedies for gut health.- Introduction to family constellation therapy, a h...2023-03-0444 min
Too Cool For MidlifeDon't Skip The Foreplay! Embodying Erotic IntelligenceFrom foreplay to release, sex (like spirituality) is a metaphor for a radical life practice.In this episode of Too Cool For Midlife, Lorna Bennett, therapist, speaker, teacher and relationship and intimacy coach, walks us through the process of how to uncover and ignite your passion, rekindle your inner flame, and unpack why it is so important to prioritize firing yourself up to connect more deeply and authentically in relationship with self and others.Are you ready to turn yourself on to your biggest and boldest life path?About Lorna Bennett, MA, C...2023-02-1740 min
Too Cool For MidlifeGrieving The Loss Of A ChildDana Haines got the phone call no parent ever wants to get, learning that her college-aged son had passed away. In this important conversation, Dana shares her journey with grief, what she has woken up to because of it, and how she is helping other moms learn how to move through the grief of losing a child.About Dana HainesDana holds thousands of lifetimes of mystical magic in her soul. She came forth in this lifetime to awaken as many as she can to their truth and higher self. She is here to...2023-02-0628 min
Too Cool For MidlifeLearning How To Tap Into Your GeniusChange your attitude, change your life. Dr. Gay Hendricks helps us uncover the steps to focusing on those single decisions in life which can powerfully change everything and the "Upper Limit" challenges every high performer deals with. Learn how to remove barriers to success take the big leap, and find your zone of genius.About Dr. Gay Hendricks:Gay Hendricks has served for more than forty years as one of the major contributors to the fields of relationship transformation and body-mind therapies. Throughout his career, Dr. Hendricks has coached more than eight hundred executives, including the...2023-01-1432 min
Too Cool For MidlifeHow to Move From Feeling Trapped & Unfulfilled To A Man On FIREDiscover the hidden, sabotaging patterns that are robbing men of freedom and fulfillment in life and intimate relationships. Understand how to break free from the patterns that rob men of joy and stunt growth potential.Expert guest David Mehler, mentor and founder of Man on FIRE, shares how to end the crippling patterns that are keeping men feeling trapped and unfulfilled in life.About David Mehler:David has over 25 years of expertise in identifying the root cause issues underlying the heaviest problems in men's lives. In 2015 he created Man On FIRE🔥 to gui...2022-12-3140 min
Too Cool For MidlifeDaring To RestLadies, imagine a well-rested you. Deep rest provides us with a sense of freedom and presence in a world that doesn’t feel certain. In this episode, guest expert Karen Brody dives deep into the world of rest, what it is and how to harness its power. Learn about the shades of rest, the messy side of rest, creating rest boundaries, what rest looks like in the different seasons of our lives, and much more.Discover yoga nidra, the ancient yogic sleep practice that can help us be in the present moment, befriend our pain and...2022-12-1637 min
Too Cool For MidlifeUsing Ritual To Light Your Midlife FireThere are many life-cycle rituals and celebrations that we all know... birth, graduation, marriage, and death. But what about all the transitions that happen in our midlife that seem to just pass by without proper acknowledgment? In this episode, Darcie Purcell sits down with cultural anthropologist Gina Bria, who has studied rituals around the globe for over 25 years to talk about the history of ritual. She will share WHY it is important to create rituals and HOW to create a ritual (your "ritual recipe"). Gina also shares why transitions that we may not be thrilled about in...2022-12-0135 min
Too Cool For MidlifeRelationships SUCK Without BoundariesFind out how to successfully, effectively, efficiently, and with love draw boundaries. Learn the most common challenges when setting boundaries and how to address them today for positive and lasting effects for better relationships with your spouse/partner, kids, co-workers, family, and friends. TCFM expert guest Bryan Reeves is a former US Air Force Captain and now an internationally renowned author, life+ relationship coach working with men who are ready to elevate their relationship experiences, and host of the Men, This Way podcast. His viral blog has been read by over 30 million people in every country on...2022-11-1937 min
Too Cool For MidlifeCollagen - Midlife Myth or Magic?What is collagen and should we care about it, especially in our midlife?There is SO much info out there on collagen and wading through all the different types (you will learn there are 20+++ types of collagen!!!) can make your head spin. Darcie sits down with Dr. Kim Trager and Candace Lawrence, Too Cool For Midlife's on-staff "ninja-fairy" truth seekers, to get the low down on collagen. They discuss what is myth, what is definitely magic about this protein, and if any of the products on the market are useful and worth investing in.2022-11-0522 min
Too Cool For MidlifeLet's Talk About DeathWe talk in this episode about death, funerals and being prepared to D.I.E. Death Preparedness Specialist, Marilee Parsons, shares about getting yourself ready for literally the ONLY thing that is assured to happen in your life ... which is death:Why everyone needs to talk about death (yes, even you)What's the right way to prepare for death? (yours, or someone else's)Why should I care? I'll be dead.Cool things your body can do after death.What do I need to do RIGHT NOW, really?About Marilee Parsons:In Marilee's p...2020-02-1927 min
Too Cool For MidlifeMidlife Fashion Do's & Don'tsAre you wandering through your closet uncertain of what you should wear? Wondering if you can wear your daughter's PINK sweatpants? Wondering if that jacket you've had for 20 years will ever come back in style or if you should toss it? Well, we get to the bottom of these nagging questions around what not to wear in your midlife with fashion stylist, Jennifer Burnley. I say "we" because this week I have a co-host! One of my BFFs from high school Beth Griesmer, teacher and mom of three by day and a ponderer of life by night...2020-01-1723 min
Too Cool For MidlifeParenting and Navigating the Teen YearsParents, if you have teenagers in your house OR have little ones that will one day turn on you and become teenagers :) ... this episode is for YOU. John Sorce is a sought after mental health therapist whose advice and wisdom navigating the teenage years has helped hundreds of families stay connected through the turbulent teens. During my chat with John we discuss:Tips on how to talk and listen to your teens.Are there differences between parenting boys versus girls?Navigating how to discipline.And more...About John Sorce: John is a mental health therapist...2020-01-0126 min
Too Cool For MidlifeNavigating Crossroads, Crisis and BurnoutHave you ever felt a little "blah" about life? Or have you found yourself singing a few lines from the Talking Heads to yourself, "This is not my beautiful house! My god, what have I done? How did I get here!?" Well, you are in the right place! In this episode, Darcie chats with Julie Santiago, Women's Life & Leadership Coach, about:What does it feel like to be at a crossroads, crisis or burnout? Why is this happening? What does it mean?What can you do about it?How to avoid the "traps" and short-term quick fixes in p...2019-12-3132 min
Too Cool For MidlifeIs Human Growth Hormone The Fountain of Youth?Human Growth Hormone (HGH) is one of the hottest new trends in the world of anti-aging, with products out there promising to boost your body's production of HGH, turning back the clock on aging...less joint pain, better sleep, looking younger. (you get the picture)A little skeptical but still hopeful, Darcie sits down with Dr. Kim Trager and Candace Lawrence, Too Cool For Midlife's on staff "ninja-fairy" truth seekers, to get the skinny on HGH. They discuss whether it is the anti-aging magic pill, and if any of the product on the market is useful and...2019-12-2521 min
The Creative ImpostorPlay Dress-Up – Darcie Purcell & Susan Marzano, Soul Love Fest“We believe in magic and possibility… and pixie dust. A year and a half ago, I would have never said those things out loud. I was too ‘professional’ and now I say them every day.” ~Darcie Purcell Be careful what you wish for because you WILL get it! Culinary event planners Darcie Purcell and Susan Marzano are following their intuition and serving up an “amuse bouche” of nourishment for your soul. In this episode, we talk about: *How Darcie & Susan discovered their powers of manifestation doing urban vision quests in Susan’s Chicago apartment...2016-08-2437 min