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Finding Calm in the Chaos: Emotional Health for Women Over 50

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Show Notes:

Summary:

In this episode, Valerie Hatcher discusses the importance of mental wellness after 50 and provides strategies for handling emotional overwhelm. Valerie talks about the array of emotions one may feel during midlife, such as anxiety, grief, and a sense of lost purpose, emphasizing that experiencing these emotions is normal. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to embrace their emotions, find ways to cope, and lean on community and self-care.

Timestamps:

00:01 Intro to Mental Wellness After 50 & Emotions in this Life Stage

01:51 Contemplating Mortality and Time

03:04 Adjusting to Changing Family Dynamics & Roles

04:50 Tangible Ways to Manage Emotional Overwhelm

05:54 Journaling for Emotional Clarity and Catharsis

06:52 Finding and Connecting with Community

07:33 Setting Boundaries for Emotional Health

08:50 Recognizing Inner Strength and Resilience

09:49 Sharing Mental Health Resources

Key Takeaways:

  • Embrace the normalcy of emotional fluctuations post-50 and give yourself permission to feel a wide range of emotions without judgment.
  • Utilize journaling as a tool for emotional release and clarity; let out frustrations on paper rather than in confrontations.
  • Seek out community connections, like support groups or social clubs, to share experiences and find solace in the collective strength of like-minded individuals.
  • Prioritize self-care and boundary setting as vital strategies for maintaining mental well-being and resilience during times of change.
  • Remember that you are resilient and capable; reach for resources like NAMI, SAMHSA, or Crisis Text Line when you need extra support along your journey.

Connect with me:

  • Leave me a voice message at pod.agingwithgraceandstyle.com
  • Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher.
  • Email at hello@agingwithgraceandstyle.com

Join Us Next Time:

If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Stay tuned for more inspiring chats, tips, and stories about the midlife journey.

Let's continue to age with grace, style, and a touch of sass.

  continue reading

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Show Notes:

Summary:

In this episode, Valerie Hatcher discusses the importance of mental wellness after 50 and provides strategies for handling emotional overwhelm. Valerie talks about the array of emotions one may feel during midlife, such as anxiety, grief, and a sense of lost purpose, emphasizing that experiencing these emotions is normal. Throughout the episode, listeners are encouraged to embrace their emotions, find ways to cope, and lean on community and self-care.

Timestamps:

00:01 Intro to Mental Wellness After 50 & Emotions in this Life Stage

01:51 Contemplating Mortality and Time

03:04 Adjusting to Changing Family Dynamics & Roles

04:50 Tangible Ways to Manage Emotional Overwhelm

05:54 Journaling for Emotional Clarity and Catharsis

06:52 Finding and Connecting with Community

07:33 Setting Boundaries for Emotional Health

08:50 Recognizing Inner Strength and Resilience

09:49 Sharing Mental Health Resources

Key Takeaways:

  • Embrace the normalcy of emotional fluctuations post-50 and give yourself permission to feel a wide range of emotions without judgment.
  • Utilize journaling as a tool for emotional release and clarity; let out frustrations on paper rather than in confrontations.
  • Seek out community connections, like support groups or social clubs, to share experiences and find solace in the collective strength of like-minded individuals.
  • Prioritize self-care and boundary setting as vital strategies for maintaining mental well-being and resilience during times of change.
  • Remember that you are resilient and capable; reach for resources like NAMI, SAMHSA, or Crisis Text Line when you need extra support along your journey.

Connect with me:

  • Leave me a voice message at pod.agingwithgraceandstyle.com
  • Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher.
  • Email at hello@agingwithgraceandstyle.com

Join Us Next Time:

If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review. Don't forget to subscribe so you never miss an episode!

Stay tuned for more inspiring chats, tips, and stories about the midlife journey.

Let's continue to age with grace, style, and a touch of sass.

  continue reading

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