Sometime around your 40th birthday (+/-) you might start feeling like some part of your life no longer fits and you don't know what to do about it. It could be at work or at home - or simply inside of you. You might be asking questions like "how did I get here?" Or, "Is this all there is?" "Is this what I've been working so hard for?" Or, "Why aren't I happier?" I call that feeling "the Ick." I know it was true for me - and I fought against it, which only made it a messier process. But havin ...
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A weekly podcast delivering a fresh perspective on MidLife living. Join host Yvonne Marchese on her MidLife journey and in candid conversations with other MidLifers who are dreaming big and achieving great things.
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Women in the Middle® Entrepreneurs: The Reality of Running a Business After 50 - Midlife Coach Podcast
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Women in the Middle® Entrepreneurs is a podcast for midlife women who are ready to explore what it’s really like to run a business after 50, when you’re also dealing with the common challenges that are part of midlife. Suzy Rosenstein, MA and Master Certified Life Coach pulls back the curtain and shares the ups and downs, obstacles and opportunities of having big business dreams while navigating big family responsibilities, aging parents and menopause. As a midlife coach for women, Suzy shar ...
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EP #31: How 40 Drinks with 40 People Can Help You Celebrate Midlife with Stephanie McLaughlin
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Today’s episode is with Stephanie McLaughlin. Stephanie is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who helps small and medium-sized businesses get in front of the audiences that count most towards their success. In this episode, you will learn: How 40 drinks with 40 people can help you celebrate midlife. Building a life that suits you perfectly. Mindset…
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EP #40: Resiliency to Turn Uncertainty into an Opportunity in Midlife with Rana Mustafa
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Today’s episode is with Rana Mustafa. Rana is a woman-in-the-middle entrepreneur who helps science professionals build their personal brand, improve their leadership skills, and find their dream career paths. In this episode, you will learn: How to use resiliency to turn uncertainty into an opportunity in midlife. How to conquer challenges. How to …
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EP #39: Saving the Planet Using a Real Estate Licence in Midlife with Carolyn Pistone
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Today’s episode is with Carolyn Pistone. Carolyn is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who’s the president and managing director of the only commercial real estate service firm in the world that is a certified green business, certified woman-owned business, and B-Corp. In this episode, you will learn: Saving the planet using a real estate license i…
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Turning 40 and Going on 50 First Dates
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Julie Hutsell-Starling was in her mid 30s and in the middle of a toxic relationship she couldn’t extract herself from when she heard a song that changed everything. It was the catalyst to finally leave this relationship and start the healing process. When she started dating again, she was so clear on what she wanted that the dates were actually int…
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EP 194: Midlife Health Makeover: Strategies from Michelle Folan
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In this episode, Yvonne chats with Michelle Folan, who left her corporate job to become a health coach and started a podcast at the age of 58, all inspired by her own quest to get healthy. Michelle shares her journey and the life-changing benefits she’s experienced. She also shares some solid tips and advice specific to midlife women and talks abou…
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EP #38: Coming Home to Design as My Core Purpose in Midlife with Julie Gibbons
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Today’s episode is with Julie Gibbons. Julie is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who’s gone back to her design roots and creates branding and web design for women in business. In this episode, you will learn: Coming home to design as a core purpose in midlife. Work on yourself, learn how to unplug from the outside world, and become aware of the d…
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EP #37: Upgrade Your Habits and Upgrade Your Life and Business in Midlife with Jackie Ulmer
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Today’s episode is with Jackie Ulmer. Jackie is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who focuses on coaching on "Peak Performance Habits" to achieve whatever you want in any area of your life! In this episode, you will learn: Upgrade your habits and upgrade your life and business in midlife. Why self-image matters - your current self-image and how it…
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EP 193: Embracing Wanderlust When You’re Over 50 with Siobhan Farr
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Have you been dreaming about traveling, but you aren’t ready to retire? Maybe you’ve heard the term “digital nomad”, but it brings to mind images of beautiful, young influencers roaming the world taking selfies at remote locations. Are you telling yourself you’re too old to get out and travel on your own? Meet Siobhan Farr, a digital nomad in her 6…
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EP #36: Your Mission to Leave a Legacy in Midlife with Colleen Biggs
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Today’s episode is with Colleen Biggs. Colleen is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who helps female entrepreneurs draft well-defined plans, align their actions and their objectives, and chart a path to financial prosperity. In this episode, you will learn: Your mission is to leave a legacy in midlife. Why surrounding yourself with positive people…
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EP #35: Becoming an Intentional Entrepreneur in Midlife with Sarah Davies
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Today’s episode is with Sarah Davies. Sarah is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who helps creatives, coaches, and consultants turn their knowledge and expertise into a profitable business using a logical phased approach. In this episode, you will learn: Becoming an intentional entrepreneur in midlife. Be intentional in your life and business, be …
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EP 192: Resilience, Positivity and Purpose at Every Age with Filmmaker, Sky Bergman
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In this episode, we sit down with Sky Bergman, an award-winning photographer turned documentary filmmaker, to discuss her inspiring journey that started with documenting her grandmother's cooking and grew into producing an impactful film titled "Lives Well Lived." This film celebrates the incredible wit and wisdom of adults aged 75 to 100 who are l…
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EP #34: Finding Your Authentic Self as an Entrepreneur in Midlife with Juli Madacey
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Today’s episode is with Juli Madacey. Juli is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who coaches women over 40 and helps them feel great, look great, and kick midlife in the ass. In this episode, you will learn: Finding your authentic self as an entrepreneur in midlife. It's never too late to pursue your dreams. You are worthy and deserving of receivin…
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EP #33: Stop Burnout by Anchoring Self-Leadership and Resilience in Midlife with Jill Clay
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Today’s episode is with Jill Clay. Jill is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who helps both new and seasoned leaders master the art of self-leadership and resilience. In this episode, you will learn: Stop burnout by anchoring self-leadership and resilience in midlife. The importance of knowing what your unique purpose is and not being afraid to so…
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Corey Stulce from the Family Twist podcast hosts a special "pod swap" episode of the Forty Drinks podcast with guest Jordan Elizabeth Braxton. In this engaging conversation, Jordan shares the intimate and powerful story of her transition journey. From her early realizations and the challenges faced within a religious family to the life-changing mom…
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EP 191: Redefining Menopause with Rachel Lankester
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Think menopause is nothing but bad news? Think again! In this episode, we talk with Rachel Lankester, host of the Magnificent Midlife podcast, about taking another look at menopause and considering how it could actually be a powerful, positive experience. Rachel shares her menopause journey which started with an early diagnosis at the age of 41, ho…
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EP #32: Why Midlife Women Business Owners Need to Start Using LinkedIn Today with Karen Yankovich
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Today’s episode is with Karen Yankovich. Karen is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who has a marketing consulting company, focusing on supporting women to grow their businesses with LinkedIn and PR strategy, and is also the host of Good Girls Get Rich Podcast. In this episode, you will learn: Why midlife women business owners need to start using …
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Turning 40 and Changing the Things that Muck with Your Mental Health
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In this week’s episode of Forty Drinks, Stephanie talks with Erik DeRosa about his profound midlife transition and struggle with mental health. Erik grew up with severe anxiety and obsessive-compulsive disorder, masking it under a facade for 25 years while pursuing a high-pressure career on Wall Street. At age 33, a dissociative episode forced him …
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Turning 40 and Embracing the Bare Minimum
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In today’s episode, Jeff Glauser shares his transformative journey from feeling stuck and unfulfilled in his mid-thirties to finding purpose and stability in his forties. Coming from a background in sports journalism, Jeff struggled with imposter syndrome and missed opportunities. Faced with financial hardships and personal setbacks, including a ba…
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EP 190: Parent Imperfect: A Conversation with Novelist Paul Lamb
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Join us for a special Father’s Day episode with Paul Lamb, who returns to the podcast for a second time. In our first conversation (Episode 148), we discussed Paul’s journey to becoming a writer. He never gave up on his dream while raising a family and working to support them. Starting with freelance feature articles, he eventually found great sati…
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EP #30: Becoming an Author of Inspiring Stories for Midlife Women with Kimberly Diede
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Today’s episode is with Kimberly Diede. Kimberly is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who’s an independent author who offers uplifting stories that encourage women in midlife to never stop dreaming and taking chances. In this episode, you will learn: How Kimberly became an author of inspiring stories for midlife women. That achieving our dreams ta…
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EP #29: Courage in Adversity: Being Resilient & Reclaiming Power and Wealth with Ciel Stevens
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Today’s episode is with Ciel Stevens. Ciel is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who’s focusing on multi-family real estate as a way to build passive and residual income. In this episode, you will learn: How to find courage in adversity and become resilient and reclaim your power and wealth. How mindset and training of the mind can really help move…
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Turning 40, Conquering Cancer and Planting Roots
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In this episode of the Forty Drinks Podcast, Gregory Halpen discusses his transformative journey from a tumultuous youth to finding stability and purpose in midlife. Gregory shares his struggles with substance misuse, the allure and challenges of life in New York City, and a life-altering battle with cancer at age 46, which led him to reevaluate hi…
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EP 189: 4 Year Anniversary Episode: Breaking Negative Cycles with Donita Wheeler
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Ever feel like you're stuck in a cycle of negative reactions? Join us for a special 4-year anniversary celebration of the podcast as Yvonne welcomes back Donita Wheeler, the very first guest on the Late Bloomer Living Podcast. In this episode, they chat about the transformative power of responding instead of reacting and how to release negative ene…
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EP #28: Building a Gen X Empire While Catching Midlife Curveballs with Mimi Bishop
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Today’s episode is with Mimi Bishop. Mimi is a woman in the middle entrepreneur, who’s on a mission to make Generation X the wealthiest female generation because with money comes power, and with power, we no longer have to accept the unacceptable. In this episode, you will learn: How to handle midlife curveballs. At our age, resilience is not a pos…
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EP #27: Get the Other Big O (Organized!) in Midlife with Gayle Gruenberg
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Today’s episode is with Gayle Gruenberg. Gayle is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who specializes in serving clients who are living with Chronic Disorganization. In this episode, you will learn: How to get organized in midlife. What Chronic Disorganization is and how to recognize it. Why it can be common for midlife age women to deal with disorg…
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Turning 40 and Waking From the Fairy Tale
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When she was 31, Laura Ballet met a man 11 years her junior that she would spend the next decade with. He acted mature for his age and she acted a little young, so they met in the middle on many things. The relationship was mostly wonderful, but she put blinders on to avoid the things she felt were missing. However, once she started asking herself …
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EP 188: 40 Years, 40 Drinks and Conversations that Matter with Stephanie McLaughlin
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Instead of throwing a lavish party, for her milestone 40th birthday, Stephanie McLaughlin opted for something more meaningful: 40 thoughtful conversations over drinks. This project idea turned into an unintentional journey of self-discovery that has had lasting influence in Stephanie’s life. Join us for a conversation about her "Forty Drinks" proje…
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EP #26: Can My Business Still Function if I Retire in Midlife with Kathleen Krueger
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Today’s episode is with Kathleen Krueger. Kathleen is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who went from bookkeeping to a successful writing career and is now working on being intentional about how to transition into her next phase of life. In this episode, you will learn: Your business can still function if you retire in midlife. Figuring out how yo…
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EP #25: Uncovering Potential & Profits in Midlife with Stacey Hylen
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Today’s episode is with Stacey Hylen. Stacey is a woman in the middle entrepreneur whose mission is to give entrepreneurs back to their families and help them do that by helping them scale and add a zero without the hustle. In this episode, you will learn: How to uncover potential & profits in midlife. Why Stacey believes in scaling and adding a ze…
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EP 187: Strength, Fitness, and Fun at Any Age with Mimi Ison
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Ever wonder how to keep feeling healthy and energetic no matter your age? This week, we're hanging out with Mimi Ison, who has some amazing stories and advice on just that. Mimi, also known as Hey Middle Age on her blog and Instagram, is all about saying 'yes' to new adventures, and she'll inspire you to do the same. We also get real about ageism—h…
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EP #24: When Introverts Choose to Flourish in Midlife with Joanna Rawbone
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Today’s episode is with Joanna Rawbone. Joanna is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who enables introverts to own & play to their strengths authentically while rattling the cages of organizations to shake out the bias that favors the extravert ideal. In this episode, you will learn: When introverts choose to flourish in midlife. Introverted women …
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EP #23: Her Mess Became Her Mission in Midlife with Elaine Williams
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Today’s episode is with Elaine Williams. Elaine is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who’s morphed all of her entrepreneurial experience in performing into helping women with video marketing and signature talk coaching. In this episode, you will learn: How Elaine’s mess became her mission in midlife. Learning to lean into the nerves or emotional p…
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Turning 40 and Kicking the Soul Sucking Job to the Curb
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As a former "fat kid," Lauren Herskovic had deep seated insecurities that led her to choose professional roles that didn’t give her what she needed because she didn’t think she deserved it. She spent seven years as the COO of a startup where the founders made her feel like she was good at her job and dangled the carrot of the “big payoff,” but it c…
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EP 186: Generations of Strength: A Mother's Day Special with Lynnis Woods Mullins
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Have you ever thought about how much your mother’s example has influenced your life? This is part 2 of a Mother’s Day series in which we are celebrating the power of intergenerational influence and maternal lineage. This episode features a conversation with the remarkable Lynnis Woods Mullins. Join us as Lynnis shares her deeply personal journey of…
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EP #22: Juggling and Balancing Two Businesses in Midlife with Monique Bartlett
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Today’s episode is with Monique Bartlett. Monique is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who’s currently a real estate agent and also owns a travel agency. In this episode, you will learn: How to juggle and balance two businesses in midlife. The struggle is real. You don’t know what you don’t know. To believe in yourself. The challenge to find work/…
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EP #21: How Changing My Mindset in Midlife Helped Me See the True Value of My Law Firm with Shahara Wright
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Today’s episode is with Shahara Wright. Shahara is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who’s an experienced lawyer and helps small business owners, like you, save time, money, and effort when it comes to creating and managing legal documents and forms. In this episode, you will learn: How changing her mindset in midlife helped Shahara see the true v…
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Turning 40 and Ditching the Lying, Cheating Narcissist
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As Ginny Priem approached 40, she was focused on her career and enjoying the life she had built for herself. Then she met “Chad,” who worked his way into her heart and home with his two kids. A year later she met a friend who presented her with evidence that “Chad” had been seeing someone else the whole time. One of the alleged instances occurred w…
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Ever feel like you're barely keeping it together while juggling motherhood, work, and everything in between? Tune in for this conversation with guest Jill Olish, where we dive into the messy world of self-care and finding balance in chaos. In this episode, Jill shares her journey of redefining self-care beyond the usual clichés, revealing how simpl…
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EP #20: How to Empower Sexual Desires in Midlife with Dr. Aleida Heinz
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Today’s episode is with Dr. Aleida Heinz. Dr. Heinz is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who helps people with the complexities, challenges, and joys that come with age and intimate relationships and is passionate about promoting healthy, fulfilling relationships that include empowering women to embrace their sexuality at any stage of life. In thi…
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EP #19: How Music Lessons Became My Entrepreneurial Passion with Rachel DeGazon
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Today’s episode is with Rachel DeGazon. Rachel is a woman in the middle entrepreneur whose big dreams and big ideas led her to become an entrepreneur and teach music to students of all ages. In this episode, you will learn: How music lessons became an entrepreneurial passion. Why hiring a team sooner is usually a great idea. How investing in real e…
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Turning 40 and Peeling Back the Layers of the Onion
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Sara Letorneau is a writer, editor, poet and writing coach who will turn 40 later this year. She grew up in a “normal” happy family in a working class suburb in Massachusetts where she was taught that the traditional life milestones would make her “happy:” go to college, get a job, find a boyfriend, get married and have kids. But we all know that i…
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EP 184: Older Women and Friends with Jane Leder
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Our guest is Jane Leder, host of the "Older Women and Friends" podcast! Jane shares her journey into podcasting at age 75, driven by a desire for a new creative outlet beyond writing. Her podcast aims to challenge stereotypes about older women and highlight their stories. Jane discusses the importance of adaptation and humor in aging, as well as th…
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EP #18: Getting Your Dr of Education in Health Care After 50 with Dr. Sherell Edwards
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Today’s episode is with Dr. Sherell Edwards. Dr. Edwards is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who exercises business and balance while serving as a Functional Healthcare Practitioner to individuals addressing hypertension and diabetes. In this episode, you will learn: Getting your Dr of Education in Health Care after 50. That being over age 50 doe…
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EP #17: How to Manifest a Business You Love with Flowdreaming in Midlife with Summer McStravick
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Today’s episode is with Summer McStravick. Summer is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who shares the Flowdreaming Technique, which is similar to meditation, with the world through courses, private clients, and an online shop. In this episode, you will learn: How to manifest a business you love with Flowdreaming in midlife. What committing to entr…
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EP 183: Snapshot of Strength: Jess Wilson's Cancer Journey and Creative Pivot
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Jess Wilson is a seasoned photographer with over 20 years of experience. Despite facing the challenge of thyroid cancer during the COVID-19 pandemic, Jess found innovative ways to continue her photography business while prioritizing her health. She discovered the power of remote photography sessions, adapting to tools like FaceTime and the Shutter …
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EP #16: Helping Midlife Women with Hair Loss as a Serial Entrepreneur with Lauriann Green
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Today’s episode is with Lauriann Green. Lauriann is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who has created a course and coaching program on a subject she has been dealing with personally for 40 years: hair loss among women. In this episode, you will learn: How to deal with midlife hair loss. At 63, starting a new business is more challenging, but also …
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EP #15: Modern Consciousness and Discovering Purpose in the Chaos in Midlife with Stacie Shifflett
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Today’s episode is with Stacie Shifflett. Stacie is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who is the founder and CEO of Modern Consciousness® and helps people align their lives with their values, desires, and dreams to live fully and intentionally with a full heart and peace of mind. In this episode, you will learn: How to increase modern consciousnes…
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Turning 40 and Leaving the Bureaucracy for Science Fiction
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David Hankins spent 20 years in the Army working in logistics. He retired at 42 and had to figure out what his next act was going to be. There would be stability to support his family, but he would also chase his dream of becoming a professional writer. Despite David’s midlife transition looking pretty smooth, there has been a lot of uncertainty. I…
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Turning 40 and Going from the Streets to Safety to Shock and Awe
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Allison Doss has a multi-faceted midlife transition that took her through several harrowing phases. She moved to the “big city” after high school and was quickly recruited to become a stripper. She went from stripper to high-priced escort to homeless and drug addicted, prostituting to pay for her fix. At 40 she got into recovery but quickly replace…
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EP 182: Parenting Young Adults with Parent Coach Kim Muench
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Are you having a tough time talking to your older teen or young adult? If they are living at home with you, how do you deal with setting rules for them? Do you find yourself constantly biting your tongue, or are you in constant conflict with them? There comes a point when your kid starts growing up, and you need to realize they're their own person …
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