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The Centered Midlife: Reclaiming Our Worth From The Inside OutUnderstanding Trauma Beyond the Bad Things - A Midlife LessonSummary:Dr. Natalie explores the impact of childhood trauma, emotional health, and resilience in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of showing up for oneself, understanding trauma beyond the obvious, and building internal resources for a centered midlife.Keywords: trauma, midlife, emotional health, resilience, childhood experiences, self-worth, connection, coping strategiesKey Topics:Trauma and childhood experiencesThe impact of emotional health in midlifeStrategies for showing up and building resilienceTakeaways:Trauma is not just what happens to us but whether we have resources...
2026-04-2223 min
Men, Menopause and MiraclesEpisode 47: How Good It Can Get In Midlife w/ Terry TateossianWelcome to Men, Menopause & Miracles, the podcast where midlife women explore strength in all its forms. Physical, emotional, and personal. This is a space for conversations about becoming, rebuilding, and redefining what it means to feel powerful in your body and your life.Here, we talk about men, hormones, muscle, nourishment, beauty, and the shifts that happen when the rules you followed no longer work, and you begin listening more closely to yourself instead.I’m Suzanne, your host and Your Midlife Wingwoman. I’m here to walk alongside you as you navigate the changes of m...
2026-04-2042 min
Menopause Moguls™ Podcast with Dr. Joy'El: Strategies to Promote Perimenopause/Menopause Health, Wellness & EntrepreneurshipMidlife Body Is Speaking“I’m Speaking.”….says your body.In this episode, I discuss how midlife women can listen to their bodies, understand the signals of change, and advocate for their health amidst systemic gaps. I also touch on the importance of self-awareness, language, and community in navigating midlife transitions.Topics covered:00:00 Understanding Body Signals in Midlife10:12 The Importance of Listening to Your Body18:16 Bridging the Gap in Healthcare for Black Women24:43 Creating Community and Advocacy in MidlifeKey Takeaway...
2026-04-1531 minMenopause Moguls™ Podcast with Dr. Joy'El: Strategies to Promote Perimenopause/Menopause Health, Wellness & Entrepreneurship50 Shades of Melanin: A Midlife MovementMidlife isn’t a crisis.It’s a call.A call to rest.A call to heal.A call to redefine success.A call to choose yourself.And when Black women ignore the call?The body keeps score.I am curating an experience...50 Shades of Melanin: A Midlife Movement....to give high-achieving midlife Black women the knowledge and support to answer the call on June 14th here in the DMV! ...
2026-04-0919 min
Midlife TransformedWhy Emotional Regulation Feels Harder in Midlife (And What You Body Has Been Doing All Along)Many women reach midlife quietly wondering why emotional regulation feels harder than it used to. You may notice more sensitivity, more reactivity, or less tolerance than you remember — and it can come with an unspoken sense of self-judgment: I used to handle things better than this.In this episode, I explore why that experience isn’t a failure of emotional strength, but a sign of a nervous system that has been regulating for decades — often through containment, effort, and self-management — without enough support.We look at the difference between emotional strength and emotional suppression, how long-ter...
2026-04-0735 minThe Centered Midlife: Reclaiming Our Worth From The Inside OutThe Hidden Trauma of Midlife: How Childhood Shapes Your Stress ResilienceSummaryDr. Natalie explores the intersection of midlife challenges, hormonal changes, and childhood trauma, emphasizing that women's struggles are often systemic and not personal failures. She discusses how hormonal shifts affect stress resilience and the importance of inner work and therapy to achieve a centered midlife.Keywordsmidlife, hormonal changes, childhood trauma, stress resilience, inner child work, therapy, estrogen, progesterone, systemic issues, personal growthKey topicsHormonal changes in midlife and their impact on stress resilienceThe role of childhood trauma in adult midlife strugglesInner...
2026-03-1921 minMen, Menopause and MiraclesEpisode 41: Flirting in Midlife - The Lost Art of SparkWelcome back to Men, Menopause & Miracles, the podcast where midlife women explore who they are becoming and how they want to show up in love, connection, and the next chapter of their lives.Yesterday was International Women’s Day, so a belated warmest wish to all the women in midlife and beyond. And welcome to anyone who’s listening for the first time. We’re here every Monday talking about men, hormones, dating, connection, and the relational shifts that happen when a woman begins rediscovering herself in midlife.I’m Suzanne, your host and Your Midlife...
2026-03-0916 minMen, Menopause and MiraclesEpisode 37: Making It Up In Midlife w/ Jazmin GuerreroWelcome to Men, Menopause & Miracles, the podcast where midlife women explore who they are becoming and how they want to be seen. A podcast about beauty, identity, and the quiet confidence that comes with midlife.Here, we talk about men, hormones, beauty, identity, desire, and the everyday moments of clarity that arrive when your inner life and outer expression finally start to align.I’m Suzanne, your host and Your Midlife Wingwoman. I’m here to help you feel at home in yourself again. In your body, your choices, and the version of you that’s emer...
2026-02-0942 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer65. Money, Self-Worth, and Deserving More in Midlife, with Denise Duffield-ThomasAre you a woman in midlife who knows she wants more ease, freedom, or financial security — but still feels uncomfortable receiving, charging, asking, or even wanting more? You’re not broken, and you’re definitely not alone.In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, I’m joined by money mentor and bestselling author Denise Duffield-Thomas for an honest, compassionate conversation about money mindset, hidden money blocks, gratitude, the upper limit problem, and why so many women feel unsafe with success, ease, or abundance — even when they’ve worked incredibly hard for it.We talk ab...
2026-01-0249 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer63. What HRT Changed About My Midlife Health, Mindset, and HormonesEver wonder if the way you’re feeling in midlife is just “how it’s supposed to be now”—or if something deeper is going on? In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, I’m sharing my own hormone replacement therapy (HRT) journey and what ultimately led me to say yes to exploring it.I’ve interviewed experts on menopause and hormones before, but this time, I’m telling my story. From unexpected physical symptoms to mood changes, low energy, and a surprising high cholesterol wake-up call, this episode is about listening to your body, advocating for yourself, and re...
2025-12-1927 minMen, Menopause and MiraclesEpisode 29: Midlife MenHello beautiful women and welcome back to Men,Menopause & Miracles. A little teaser for what’s ahead. Now that we’ve wrapped our 9-week Empowered Dating After 40 workshop series, you might be wondering… what’s next?Well, friends — we’re not slowing down but simply gettingback in our “Men, Menopause & Miracles” flow. We’re expanding. Because this next chapter for us called “midlife” is all about helping YOU step into a life — and love — that feels even more aligned, empowered, and delicious. Let’s take the lens off us for an episode and look at whatis being said about and...
2025-12-1525 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer62. What Every Midlife Woman Needs to Know About Money and Retirement Planning, with Shari RashAre you a woman over 40 or 50 feeling stressed, behind, or unsure about money, retirement planning, or your financial future? You’re NOT alone — and you’re not stuck. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, financial advisor Shari Rash joins me to break down money mindset, retirement planning, financial confidence, and the real emotional side of finances for midlife women navigating career changes, aging parents, kids leaving the nest, and the fear of not saving “enough.”If money makes you anxious — or if you’re ready to feel more empowered, confident, and informed — this episode is...
2025-12-1245 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer61. Changemakers: Mahjong in Midlife for Friendship and Brain Health, with Tori RittingerIn this Changemakers episode of Mind Your Midlife, Cheryl sits down with Tori Rittinger, founder of Talk Tiles to Me, the first Mahjong studio in the DMV area. And this conversation isn’t just about a game. It’s about what midlife women are craving most: community, joy, and real brain exercise, all wrapped into one playful, addictive hobby.Tori shares how a simple lesson with friends turned into a thriving business and a growing movement of women (and plenty of men too!) who are using Mahjong to connect, laug...
2025-12-0529 minThe Centered Midlife: Reclaiming Our Worth From The Inside OutMidlife Challenge - How Not to Kill Someone This Holiday SeasonSummaryIn this conversation, Dr. Natalie explores the emotional challenges faced by women in midlife during the holiday season, particularly in relation to hormonal changes and the pressures of self-care. She discusses the impact of menopause on emotional well-being and the importance of self-compassion as women navigate these changes. The conversation emphasizes the need for community support and acceptance of one's evolving identity during this transitional phase of life.TakeawaysThe holiday season can amplify feelings of irritability and self-focus in midlife women.Hormonal changes during menopause significantly...
2025-12-0326 min
Spicy Midlife Women: Real Talk, Raw Truth, and Bold Moves for Women Over 4028. Midlife Is A Mindset, Not A NumberSend us Fan MailWhat actually makes a woman “midlife”? Is it a number… or is it something deeper? In this week’s totally ad-libbed, no-notes conversation, Jules and Michele get real about the midlife mindset, why age has nothing to do with it, and why so many women feel boxed in by outdated definitions of what midlife “should” look like.From hot flashes to empty nests, from divorce to rediscovery, from career shifts to perimenopause, the hosts break down how life experiences — not birthdays — shape who we become in our 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond. They als...
2025-12-0114 minThe Centered Midlife: Reclaiming Our Worth From The Inside OutThis is What You're Not Prepared for in MidlifeSummary: In this conversation, Dr. Natalie discusses the challenges and transformations that occur during midlife, emphasizing the importance of adapting to changes rather than resisting them. She highlights the emotional and psychological aspects of navigating this transition and offers insights into personal growth during this critical phase of life.Takeaways:The life we have built may no longer serve us.Midlife transition can lead to significant personal growth.Resisting change can lead to a midlife crisis.Emotional well-being is crucial during transitions.Understanding our feelings is key to navigating change.Support systems play a vital role...
2025-11-1920 min
Life is Delicious- Inspiration for Thriving in Midlife and Living Well with Joy, Purpose, Vitality, and Self Love.33: Midlife Manifesto- Using Affirmations and Meditation to Change Your Midlife MindSend us Fan MailReady for a Midlife Boundary RESET? Click here for YOUR FREE 5 Day RESET Ready to stop drifting through midlife and start steering with intention? We’re kicking off an eight-part mini-series designed to reverse engineer the new year, and we’re starting with the foundation that holds everything else: your mindset. I share why a personal manifesto is more than pretty words—it’s a compass and a love letter to your future self—and how a handful of identity statements can reshape the way you move through chan...
2025-11-1010 minMen, Menopause and MiraclesEpisode 24: Chemistry, Connection & Midlife IntimacyWelcome to Men, Menopause & Miracles, the podcast that reminds you to keep the flirt alive — with life, with love, with yourself.I’m Suzanne – Your Midlife Wingwoman, and this season, we’re flipping the script. We’re not chasing love; we’re curating it — with clarity, courage, and a little midlife magic. We’re redefining what love looks like after 40+: more grounded, more radiant, more you. No more hustling for hearts – we’re coming home to our own.This week is Episode 24 and the 5th session in our nine-week Workshop Series: Empowered Dating After 40 titled Chemistry, Connectio...
2025-11-1045 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer57. Real Talk About Your Midlife Body ImageBody image — it’s one of those topics that every midlife woman can relate to, yet few of us talk about honestly. Why does it get so hard to like what we see in the mirror in our 40s and 50s? And what can we do about it?In this episode, Cheryl gets real about body image in midlife — where our insecurities come from, why they’re so hard to shake, and how to start changing the conversation in your own head.Spoiler: this isn’t about “fixing” your body. It’s about noticing the outdated stories...
2025-11-0723 min
Midlife Unfiltered: The Season Of MeThis doesn't feel like me. When your style mojo goes AWOL in midlife, what's going on?“When I feel ‘styled’ I don’t feel like me”. A recent trip to the hairdressers left Erica feeling like her new hair cut doesn’t really feel like her. Even questioning does that even matter? It may seem frivalous at first, but thinking about why and talking it through…well…turns out it’s faaar from frivalous. Join us as we talk it through on the podcast.Feeling Like ME.“I’ve never really found my style, so it typically doesn’t look like what I see. But in my early 40’s I desperately want to look...
2025-10-1427 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer53. Curiosity Builds Confidence and Beats Fear When Redesigning Your MidlifeWhen was the last time you pushed a button just to see what happens? In this episode, Cheryl shares a funny (and surprisingly insightful) story about her Ring camera — and how it led to a big realization about curiosity, confidence, and trying new things in midlife.If you’ve ever hesitated to try something because you weren’t sure how it would go — whether that’s a new app, a hobby, or even a career change — this one’s for you. Learn why experimenting, exploring, and “trying all the things” is key to staying confident, capable, and excited about life...
2025-10-1020 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer52. Making Midlife Fitness Fun for Women Over 40, with Erika ShannonWe know we should exercise. But when moving your body feels like a chore, it’s easy to resist it. What if instead of “should,” we started looking at movement as something joyful, energizing, and protective of our long-term health?In this episode, I’m joined by Erika Shannon, a fitness and wellness expert with over 20 years of experience. Erika specializes in helping women in perimenopause and menopause find sustainable, empowering ways to move their bodies—without the all-or-nothing approach.We talk about what women in their 40s and 50s really need from exercise, why strength a...
2025-10-0340 min
Balanced Mom Life | time management, decision-making, present mom, self-care, SAHM16 | Starting Something New in Midlife with Award-Winning Author Courtney CárdenasHave you ever wondered if it’s too late to start something new in midlife? In this episode, I sit down with Courtney Cárdenas—a fifth-generation Texan, former teacher, and now an award-winning children’s book author. Courtney has walked through the same midlife transitions so many of us face: raising kids, navigating health challenges, and figuring out what’s next when life looks different than you imagined.
Her story is a powerful reminder that you don’t have to have it all figured out to take the next step. Whether you’re dreaming of writing, starting a bu...
2025-09-2528 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer48. Permission to Thrive and to Redefine Your Midlife, with Dr. Wendy O'Connor(Episode 48) Ever find yourself asking, “Is this really it?” You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck.In this empowering episode of Mind Your Midlife, Cheryl Fischer sits down with Dr. Wendy O’Connor, a Stanford-trained positive psychologist and success coach, to talk about what it truly means to thrive as women over 40. We dig into the difference between success and happiness, how to stop living by everyone else’s “shoulds,” and why giving yourself permission to thrive may be the most important self care decision you make in midlife.Dr. Wendy brings deep insight into why s...
2025-09-0831 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer47. Why Midlife Women Struggle to Relax and How to Change That (Ask MYM)Episode 47: Ever feel like you should be doing more—or maybe the opposite, like you just want to relax but wonder if that’s “enough”? In this Ask Mind Your Midlife episode, I’m tackling your real-life questions about rest, relaxation, and whether midlife women should be pushing harder or giving themselves permission to slow down.This is about more than just putting your feet up. It’s about mindset shifts, self care, and learning how to listen to what you actually need at this stage of life—whether that’s trying something new, taking a break, or finally letti...
2025-09-0522 minSpicy Midlife Women: Real Talk, Raw Truth, and Bold Moves for Women Over 4015. Midlife Moments That Make You Say “WTF” (and Why They Matter)Send us Fan MailMidlife is about so much more than menopause and hot flashes – it's about those wild, weird, and unexpected moments that make you stop and laugh. These WTF moments unite us as women navigating this transformative phase of life.Join Julee and Michele, as they delve into the unpredictable and often comical aspects of midlife. From experiencing brain fog and menopause to the societal and personal shifts that occur, they discuss it all with humor and candor. They share personal anecdotes about forgetfulness, quirky bodily changes, and their journeys of self-discovery. This epi...
2025-09-0120 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer46. What If You've Been Funny All Along? Comedy and Humor in Midlife with Lynn HarrisYou’ve probably heard that laughter is the best medicine, and science agrees. But did you know that being funny isn’t something you’re either born with or not? My guest today, Lynn Harris, founder of Gold Comedy, is here to show us that everyone can learn to tap into humor—yes, even you.In this episode, Lynn shares how comedy is not only a tool for entertainment but also for empowerment, especially for women over 40 and 50 navigating midlife changes. We talk about why women are often conditioned to laugh at jokes instead of making them, how come...
2025-08-2939 min
Life Coach BFF Show for Midlife Women - Thrive in Midlife, Women Over 40, Women Over 50, Goal Setting, Navigating Menopause, Purpose Driven Life, Faith, Systems239 | Can Midlife Wellness Be Fun and Supportive? Listen Inside Our Private Group!
In episode 239 of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey welcomes new and returning listeners to an engaging discussion about midlife wellness, personal growth, and community support. The episode takes listeners behind the scenes of the private Facebook group, Our Midlife Moxie, curated by Heather and Dr. Carol Lynn.
They discuss the upcoming launch of the My Midlife Moxie Mindset and Wellness 90 Day Journal on September 4th, which aims to aid women in navigating midlife transitions through journaling. The show emphasizes the benefits of journaling for stress reduction and emotional clarity, and highlights the journal's features, including daily prompts, w...
2025-08-2831 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer45. Midlife Self Care Made Simple with EFT TappingEver asked yourself, why do I feel guilty taking time for myself? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry that belief anymore. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, I’m sharing the powerful practice of EFT tapping and guiding you through a step-by-step session designed to help midlife women release stress, embrace self care, and shift limiting beliefs.We’ll explore what tapping actually is, how and why it works on both your emotions and your nervous system, and how women over 40 can use it to lower stress, calm the mind, and build conf...
2025-08-2229 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer44. How Midlife Women Can Recognize Domestic Abuse, Build Confidence, and Help Other Women, with Tiffiny NewtonWhether or not you've personally dealt with abuse, you most likely know someone who has. In this powerful episode of Mind Your Midlife, I talk with domestic abuse survivor and advocate Tiffiny Newton about how women over 40 and 50 can recognize the signs of abuse, protect their self confidence, and reclaim their joy.Tiffiny shares her personal journey of leaving an abusive relationship and transforming that pain into purpose—helping women spot red flags, set boundaries, and understand that real self care starts with safety. This conversation is heavy, but it’s one every midlife woman need...
2025-08-1940 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer43. 10-Minute Walking Meditation for Midlife Women to Calm Your Mind and Lift Your MoodEver feel like your brain just won’t stop racing? Imagine getting your steps in and finding your calm—all in just ten minutes.In this episode, I guide you through a simple but powerful walking meditation designed especially for midlife women. You’ll combine movement with mindfulness so you can release stress, clear your head, and boost your mood—without having to sit still or “do meditation perfectly.” Whether you’re walking in nature, around your neighborhood, or even pacing in your living room, this practice will help you feel grounded, present, and ready to take on your day.
2025-08-1518 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer42. Why Midlife Might Be the Best Time to Stop Overthinking - Patreon Is HereIf you’re in your 40s, 50s, or 60s, you’ve probably had this moment: You should feel confident by now… but you find yourself staring at a decision, second-guessing every move, and wondering why it feels so hard to just choose.In this episode, I’m sharing:Why so many midlife women struggle to make decisions (it’s not just you!)The surprising ways overthinking keeps us stuckA personal turning point that taught me the value of supportHow to stop waiting for “perfect clarity” before you actWhy I created the Midlife Pivot Patreon—a space designed...
2025-08-1111 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer40. Ask Mind Your Midlife: Meditation, Self-Confidence, and the Power of Color (Ask MYM Part 1)Ever wish you could just ask someone what to do when midlife feels messy, unclear, or overwhelming? Now you can. Welcome to the very first episode of Ask Mind Your Midlife, a new Q&A series where I answer your real questions about confidence, mindset, purpose, and more—with practical ideas to get unstuck and feel more like yourself again.In this episode, I’m tackling three listener questions: how to start meditating (without sitting still for hours), how to find purpose and passion after 50, and yes—even why I wear so much green.BY THE...
2025-08-0123 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl FischerThe Heroine's Journey: How to Find Your Path in Midlife, with Joan Perry (Ep. 39)Ever asked yourself, Is this all there is? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this powerful episode of Mind Your Midlife, I talk with bestselling author Joan Perry about how women over 50 can stop dragging their flower cart through life and finally start blooming.Joan breaks down The Heroine’s Journey, her life-changing framework that helps midlife women move through disruption, reconnect with their self-worth, and build the mindset and stability they need to live with confidence, joy, and meaning.BY THE TIME YOU FINISH L...
2025-07-2932 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl FischerBreak Through Limiting Beliefs and Transform your Midlife, with Lisa Andria (Ep. 38)What if the thing you're most afraid of isn’t actually the problem—but the story you’re telling yourself about it is?In this episode, I sit down with transformation coach Lisa Andria to talk about what happens in midlife when we’re craving change but feel stuck in fear, doubt, or the belief that we might mess everything up. Lisa shares her story of leaving the corporate world, healing from burnout, and building a life that aligns with her purpose—and she gives us the tools to do the same.We talk about limiting b...
2025-07-2531 min
Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl FischerThis Simple Vision Board Trick Changes Everything for Midlife Women (Ep. 37)Ever feel stuck when someone asks what you really want? Like… how are you supposed to answer that with everything going on? If you’re a midlife woman navigating shifting priorities, menopause, and what can feel like a midlife crisis, you’re not alone—and it’s not too late to get clear.In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite tools to help you stop spinning your wheels and start uncovering what actually lights you up. (Hint: It’s not another to-do list.) Whether you’re 40, 50, or somewhere in between, this mindset shift will help you start d...
2025-07-1822 min