Reinvention Rebels: Recent Episodes
Wendy Battles
What if you could hear stories of wise women who have STOPPED apologizing for having big dreams and STARTED boldly pursuing them? What if you could see a part of yourself in their stories? And what if that sparked new possibilities for your own life, moving you closer to your dreams and desires, whether you’re 50 or 90, or somewhere in between? Welcome to Reinvention Rebels. Stories of unapologetic women, 50-90 years young, who have boldly reimagined life, on their own terms, to find new purpose and possibilities. These women don't have all the answers but they're figuring it out. They've got interesting, insightful, and inspiring stories to share. They are up to amazing things - living life with joy and purpose. These Reinvention Rebels are going for it, not holding back, claiming joy, unabashedly glowing, and embracing being older with reckless abandon! At 55 I’m embracing my inner Reinvention Rebel and I have a hunch, that you just may be too, no matter your age. I invite you to join me on this journey every other Friday. Let’s become Reinvention Rebels together.
Become the Architect of Your Own Life: Rewriting Your Midlife Blueprint
What if the blueprint you've been following was never really yours?
So many of us arrive in midlife living lives shaped by expectations we never consciously chose. We followed the blueprint we inherited about success, relationships, work, aging, and who we were supposed to become. But what happens when that blueprint no longer fits?
In this solo episode of Reinvention Rebels, Wendy invites you to become the architect of your own life by questioning the assumptions you've been living by and intentionally rewriting your midlife blueprint. Through personal stories, honest reflection, and practical encouragement, she explores what midlife reinvention really looks like: not becoming someone new, but remembering who you've been all along.
If you're navigating a life transition, embracing your second chapter, or wondering what's next after 50, this episode will remind you that it's never too late to redesign a life that feels authentically your own.
✨ What You'll Hear in This Episode:
🏡 Why so many women in midlife are living from a blueprint they never consciously chose.
🧭 The powerful questions that helped Wendy begin rewriting her midlife blueprint.
✨ How creating space allows clarity, confidence, and possibility to emerge.
💛 Why reinvention isn't about becoming someone new. It's about remembering who you've been all along.
📐 Practical ways to begin redesigning your own blueprint, one intentional choice at a time.
💭 Reflection Questions
- What parts of your life still reflect someone else's expectations?
- What feels true for you today?
- If you could redraw one line in your blueprint, where would you begin?
🎙️ Mentioned in This Episode
- Deborah Santana's Reinvention Rebels conversation about Loving the Fire: At 75, Deborah Santana Proves It's Never Too Late to Choose Yourself
- Jacqui Doucette's Beyond Retirement podcast
📚 Resources
- Download Wendy's free guide: 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife
- Follow Wendy on Instagram and LinkedIn
- If this episode resonated with you, please leave a review. It helps more women discover the show.
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At 75, Deborah Santana Proves It's Never Too Late to Choose Yourself
Many people first came to know Deborah Santana through her 34-year marriage to legendary musician Carlos Santana. But as the former CEO of the Santana organization, a philanthropist, author, and lifelong advocate for women and girls, Deborah has built an extraordinary legacy of her own.
In this heartfelt conversation, Deborah shares what happened when she made the courageous decision to leave her marriage—not because it was easy, but because it was no longer authentic.
What followed was a profound journey of healing, self-trust, freedom, and discovering who she was always meant to become.
At 75 years old, Deborah reminds us that it's never too late to choose yourself, trust your intuition, and create a life that feels deeply aligned with your values and purpose.
Whether you're navigating midlife, rebuilding after divorce, searching for greater purpose, or simply wondering what's next, this conversation will leave you feeling hopeful, inspired, and ready to take your own next step.
✨ In this episode, you'll discover:
💜 Why choosing yourself often means disappointing other people, and why that's okay.
🔥 What "walking through the fire" really means and how life's hardest seasons can transform you.
🧘 How meditation and learning to trust your intuition can help you navigate uncertainty with courage.
🕊️ Why true freedom begins in your mind long before your circumstances change.
🌱 The Four Cs Deborah lives by—Contemplation, Care, Community, and Creativity—and how they can help you create a more meaningful life.
🌟 How to stop living according to other people's fears and start living according to your own truth.
❤️ Why it's never too late to begin again—at 50, 60, 75, or beyond.
📚 Resources & Links
➡️ Deborah's website - deborahsantana.com
➡️ Buy Loving the Fire: Choosing Me, Finding Freedom
➡️ Deborah on Instagram: @dssantana
➡️ Learn more about Do A Little Foundation
🎧 Continue the Conversation
If today's episode resonated with you, you'll also enjoy my recent conversation on the Beyond Retirement podcast with my friend Jacqui Doucette, where she explores what it really means to reinvent yourself and create a meaningful next chapter.
🎙️ Listen here
💜 Ready to take your own next step?
Download my free guide: 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife
Inside you'll find 100 simple, practical ideas to help you reconnect with yourself, spark your curiosity, and begin creating a life that feels more like you—one small step at a time.
➡️ Download your free guide here
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What if the answers you've been searching for don't come from doing more?
In this reflective solo episode, Wendy shares what she's been discovering by slowing down, creating space, and becoming more present in her own life.
After years of staying busy, solving problems, and constantly moving toward the next thing, she's learning that not every moment needs to be fixed. Some moments simply need to be felt.
From driving a little slower to taking quiet walks and finding unexpected clarity while working in the yard, Wendy explores how creating space has helped her hear her own voice more clearly and begin coming home to herself in a deeper way.
If you've ever felt like you've been rushing through your own life, this episode is an invitation to pause, breathe, and discover what might be waiting for you in the quiet.
In this episode, you'll hear:
🌿 Why slowing down can lead to greater clarity
✨ The surprising difference between doing and simply being
💭 How quiet moments can uncover insights you can't force
❤️ Why not every uncomfortable moment needs to be fixed
🏡 How creating space can help you reconnect with yourself
Mentioned in This Episode:
📘 Free Guide: 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife
🎙️ Related Episodes:
- Midlife Awakening: When You Finally Stop Explaining Things Away
- Midlife Reinvention at 61: Letting Go of People-Pleasing and Choosing Yourself
- Strong on the Inside, Magnetic on the Outside: My Midlife Self-Trust Evolution
🎧 Podcast Recommendation:
If you're thinking about retirement, already retired, or simply curious about what comes next, check out Beyond Retirement, hosted by Wendy's friend Jacqui Doucette. It's a thoughtful podcast that explores what's possible in your next chapter, with inspiring conversations and fresh ideas about creating a meaningful life beyond your career.
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Midlife Reckoning: Rock the Boat, Choose Yourself with The Selfish Year Author Valerie Jones
What happens when you realize the life you've built no longer fits?
In this powerful conversation, Wendy sits down with Valerie Jones, author of The Selfish Year, coach, entrepreneur, and host of The Selfish Woman Podcast, to explore what it really means to choose yourself in midlife.
After decades of being the good girl, people pleaser, and selfless woman who always put everyone else first, Valerie reached a breaking point. Living in a beautifully restored apartment in Spain with her second husband, she had everything she thought she wanted. Yet she was deeply unhappy.
That realization sparked a life-changing experiment:
What if she spent one year being selfish?
What followed transformed her life, her work, and her understanding of self-trust.
Together, Wendy and Valerie discuss:
💔 Why so many women lose themselves while caring for everyone else
🏰 The difference between a life that looks beautiful on paper and one that actually feels aligned
✨ How to recognize self-abandonment before it becomes your default
🌊 Why midlife often brings a powerful reckoning you can no longer ignore
💡 The story behind choosing "selfish" as her word of the year
💛 What Valerie calls extravagant permission and why women need more of it
🌱 How tiny micro-changes can lead to massive transformation
🚣 Why you must be willing to rock the boat if you want to feel proud of your life
📝 A simple question that can help you begin your own reinvention journey today
One of Valerie's most powerful questions:
What do you not want anymore?
If you're standing at a crossroads, questioning what's next, or feeling called toward something bigger, this episode offers both inspiration and practical wisdom for taking your next step.
This conversation is a beautiful companion to last week's solo episode, Midlife Awakening: When You Finally Stop Explaining Things Away, where Wendy shares her own journey of listening to what she knew deep down was true and what happened when she finally stopped ignoring it.
Connect with Valerie Jones
🌐 Website: ValerieJones.ca
📖 Book: The Selfish Year: The Power of Putting Yourself First
🎙️ Podcast: The Selfish Woman Podcast
🎭 Take Valerie's free Reveal Your Mask Quiz
Resources Mentioned
📥 Download Wendy's Free Guide: Do It Scared, Do It Anyway
Valerie's story is a powerful reminder that the life you want often sits on the other side of a decision you're afraid to make.
If you're standing at your own crossroads, Wendy's free guide, Do It Scared, Do It Anyway, will help you move through fear, strengthen your self-trust, and take the next step toward the life that's calling you.
Because waiting until you're fearless isn't the answer.
The answer is learning to move forward anyway.
Download it here: [link]
🎙️ Podcast Recommendation
💜 Dementia Decoded with Jennifer Fink — A thoughtful and practical podcast for family caregivers and anyone navigating the challenges of dementia. Jennifer shares expert insights, compassionate guidance, and real-world strategies to help caregivers feel more informed, supported, and empowered on their caregiving journey.
Favorite Quote
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"If you really want to feel proud of yourself, if you really want to end your life and go, 'Damn, look at what I did,' so proud of myself, you have to be willing to rock the boat." — Valerie Jones
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What if midlife awakening isn't about having all the answers?
What if it's about finally telling yourself the truth?
In this deeply personal solo episode, Wendy reflects on her own midlife awakening and the long journey toward self-trust, listening to her body, and no longer explaining away what she knew deep down.
For years, she became a master at minimizing discomfort, rationalizing away red flags, and convincing herself that things were "fine." Sound familiar?
This episode explores the quiet ways many women lose touch with themselves through people pleasing, self-abandonment, and the habit of putting everyone else's needs ahead of their own.
Wendy shares:
✨ Why awakening has its own timing
💛 The connection between people pleasing and self-abandonment
🌱 How shame can keep us stuck longer than we'd like to admit
💪 Why learning self-trust is essential to choosing yourself
🧠 The signals our bodies often send long before we're ready to acknowledge the truth
🦋 How telling yourself the truth can become one of the most liberating acts of midlife reinvention
If you've ever found yourself explaining things away, overriding your instincts, or wondering why you've stayed stuck in a pattern for so long, this conversation is for you.
This midlife awakening may look different from mine, but the invitation is the same: to listen more deeply to yourself, trust what you've known all along, and have the courage to face what's true.
Because maybe awakening isn't about becoming someone new.
Maybe it's about finally coming home to yourself.
Resources Mentioned:
🎧 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey — a free 7-minute audio designed to help you reconnect with your curiosity and explore what's possible in your next chapter.
🎙️ Listen to Wendy's companion episode on people pleasing and self-abandonment. Together, these episodes explore how we lose ourselves—and how we begin finding our way back.
💜 Dementia Decoded with Jennifer Fink — A thoughtful and practical podcast for family caregivers and anyone navigating the challenges of dementia. Jennifer shares expert insights, compassionate guidance, and real-world strategies to help caregivers feel more informed, supported, and empowered on their caregiving journey.
Favorite Quote:
"Maybe that's what awakening really is. Not having all the answers. Not suddenly becoming fearless. Not magically healing overnight. But finally telling yourself the truth. And once you do that, something begins to shift."
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Midlife Reinvention, Caregiving & Betting on Yourself with Renée White
What does it mean to keep evolving in midlife — especially when life asks more of you than you ever expected?
In this thoughtful and deeply personal episode of Reinvention Rebels, Wendy Battles talks with sociologist, academic leader, and longtime friend Renée White about caregiving, leadership, identity, self-trust, and the courage to leave spaces that no longer serve you. From caring for parents with dementia to stepping into leadership roles she never planned to pursue, Renée shares how curiosity, discernment, and community helped her continue evolving through every chapter of midlife reinvention.
Together, Wendy and Renée explore what it means to bet on yourself, move toward possibility instead of simply running from discomfort, and embrace the concept of Sankofa — bringing the wisdom of your past forward as you continue becoming who you are meant to be.
In this episode you’ll hear:
✨ Why curiosity has been the through-line of Renée’s midlife reinvention journey
💜 What caregiving for both parents taught her about identity, patience, and advocacy
🎓 How she discovered unexpected strengths through academic leadership
🔥 The moment she realized it was time to leave a space that no longer served her
🌱 Why “moving toward something” is more powerful than simply running away
🌀 The meaning of Sankofa and how the past can guide your future without defining it
🤝 How trusted community helps us see strengths we don’t always recognize in ourselves
“It’s always better to be moving toward something than just running from something.”
🎁 Free Resource
If this episode resonated with you, download Wendy’s free guide:
5 Questions to Spark Your Reinvention Journey
Designed to help you reconnect with yourself, reflect on where you are right now, and explore what might be next in your own reinvention journey.
Connect with Renée White
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/reneetwhite/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boogiedownrt/
🎧 Podcasts We Love
If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to share another podcast I think you’ll really enjoy.
Late Bloomer Living, hosted by my friend Yvonne Marchese, is all about embracing change, exploring what’s next, and redefining what’s possible in midlife and beyond.
If you’re on your own reinvention journey—or starting to feel that nudge toward something more—it’s a beautiful companion listen.
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What happens when being the “nice one” starts costing you your voice?
In this honest solo episode of Reinvention Rebels, Wendy Battles reflects on a lifetime of people-pleasing—and the midlife wake-up call that made her realize it was no longer working.
At 61, she shares what it looks like to stop smoothing things over, start speaking her truth, and choose herself more intentionally.
If you’ve ever said yes when you meant no…this episode will meet you right where you are—and gently invite you to take one small step toward a more honest, aligned life.
✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:
🧠 Why people-pleasing often starts as a survival strategy
⚖️ The hidden cost of always accommodating and smoothing things over
🌱 How midlife becomes a powerful turning point for self-awareness
🚫 Why reinvention almost always requires disappointing someone
💛 A simple mindset shift: choosing yourself isn’t selfish—it’s honest
🗣️ Small, meaningful ways to begin speaking your truth
💬 A moment to reflect:
Where in your life might you be ready to pause… before saying yes?
🎧 Podcasts We Love
If this episode spoke to you, I’d love to share another podcast I think you’ll really enjoy.
Late Bloomer Living, hosted by my friend Yvonne Marchese, is all about embracing change, exploring what’s next, and redefining what’s possible in midlife and beyond.
If you’re on your own reinvention journey—or starting to feel that nudge toward something more—it’s a beautiful companion listen.
💛 Ready to take the next step?
If choosing yourself feels uncomfortable or even a little scary, you’re not alone.
That’s exactly why I created a short guide called Do It Scared. It’s designed to help you take those first brave steps toward the life you really want.
Remember: Reinvention doesn’t always start with a big, dramatic change.
Sometimes it begins the moment you stop abandoning yourself…just to keep the peace.
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Feeling like something in your life is off - but not sure what comes next?
In this episode of Reinvention Rebels, Lisa Murphy shares how she reinvented her life in her 50s through a bold career change, sobriety, and a three-month travel adventure.
It’s an inspiring conversation about midlife reinvention, mindset, and redefining success after 50.
What does midlife reinvention really look like?
For many women, it begins with a quiet realization that something in life no longer fits.
After spending 20 years in media, Lisa realized she was burned out and craving something more meaningful.
Instead of ignoring that inner voice, she followed it—leaving corporate life, becoming a certified life coach, launching the 50 Forward Club, and embracing a life focused on joy, fulfillment, and adventure.
Her story is a reminder that reinventing yourself after 50 doesn’t require having everything figured out.
It simply requires the courage to begin and taking the first brave step.
In this episode you'll hear:
🔎 Why many midlife women feel something is “off”—and why that feeling can be the beginning of real change
💼 How Lisa left a 20-year corporate career to pursue work that aligned with her purpose
🧠 The powerful role mindset work played in shifting from external validation to self-trust
🌱 How choosing sobriety in midlife became a transformative part of her reinvention journey
✈️ What Lisa learned from taking a three-month travel adventure in her 50s
✨ Why redefining success in midlife can open the door to a more joyful and fulfilling life
Learn more about Lisa:
Website: https://coachlisamurphy.com
Instagram: @coachlisamurphy
Instagram: @50ForwardClub
Free Resource Mentioned in the EpisodeReady to start your own reinvention journey? Download Wendy’s free guide:
100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife
This inspiring resource is packed with ideas to help you shake up your routine, follow your curiosity, and explore what’s possible in this next chapter of life.
Podcast We Love🎙 Aging with Purpose and Passion
Hosted by Bev Glazer
A powerful podcast that shares the raw, empowering stories of women in midlife and beyond who have navigated major life transitions with resilience and courage. These real-life experiences offer inspiration and insight for creating your own meaningful next chapter.
Learn more at: reinventImpossible.com
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In this solo episode of Reinvention Rebels, Wendy Battles shares what 422 straight days of movement taught her about midlife health, strength training, metabolism, and navigating midlife body changes at 61.
A little over a year ago, she made a quiet decision: to start showing up for her body every day.
Not perfectly. Not obsessively. But consistently.
What followed wasn’t just a physical shift, but a powerful mindset transformation about what’s actually possible in midlife.
Because reinvention doesn’t always happen in one big leap.
Sometimes it happens through hundreds of small decisions to show up.
If you’ve ever felt frustrated or confused by your changing midlife body, this episode will open your eyes to a more empowering way forward.
In This Episode💡 The decision that led to a 422-day movement streak
🚫 The midlife narrative that tells us our bodies are in decline
🧠 The mindset shift: your body isn’t broken, it’s changing
🏋🏽♀️ Why strength training and core strength matter more as we age
🥗 How protein and nutrition support metabolism in midlife
🔎 How curiosity can transform your relationship with your body
🔁 Why reinvention happens through small daily decisions
⚡ What changed: energy, strength, mood, and confidence
The Reinvention InsightReinvention doesn’t always happen in one big leap.
Sometimes it happens in 422 small decisions to show up.
Free ResourceIf you’re navigating midlife body changes and want practical guidance, download my free guide:
Overcoming the Midlife Belly Blues
Learn how to better support your body through:
🏋🏽♀️ strength and muscle in midlife
🥗 nutrition and fueling your body
⚡ energy and metabolism support
Podcast Recommendation
🎙 Aging with Purpose and Passion
Hosted by Bev Glazer
A powerful podcast that shares the raw, empowering stories of women in midlife and beyond who have navigated major life transitions with resilience and courage. These real-life experiences offer inspiration and insight for creating your own meaningful next chapter.
Learn more at: reinventImpossible.com
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What happens when you finally decide to choose yourself?
At 63, Sable Ryan made a bold decision that changed everything. After losing her government job, she packed up her life and moved to Panama sight unseen, trusting her instincts and her resilience to guide her forward.
What began as a personal leap toward freedom eventually became a powerful mission. Today, Sable helps Black women over 40 explore life abroad, build financial stability, and create community beyond borders.
In this inspiring conversation, we explore what it really takes to bet on yourself, face fear, and pursue a life that aligns with who you truly are.
Sable’s story is a reminder that reinvention doesn’t require certainty. It requires action.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
🌍 Why Sable moved to Panama sight unseen at age 63 and how she trusted herself enough to make the leap
💡 How losing her job unexpectedly became the catalyst for a powerful reinvention
💬 Why understanding your “why” is essential before making any big life change
🤝 The role of community and support when stepping into a brand new chapter
💰 Why financial clarity and cash flow are critical for women considering life abroad
🔥 How Sable helps Black women create freedom, possibility, and global community
Memorable Quote
“You don’t need to be 100% sure. You don’t need to have all your I’s dotted and all your T’s crossed. What you need is action. You can’t have courage sitting in the same place.”
— Sable Ryan
Connect with Sable
YouTube: The Bougie Expats
Free Masterclass: The Elevated Exit Roadmap
Relocation Readiness Test: take it here
Ready for Your Own Reinvention?
If today’s conversation sparked something in you, host Wendy would love to support you on your reinvention journey.
Download the free guide: 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife
It’s packed with inspiring ideas to help you explore what your next chapter could look like.
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Because sometimes one story of courage is all it takes to imagine a new possibility for your own life.
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Strong on the Inside, Magnetic on the Outside: Midlife Self-Trust
What if the most powerful reinvention move you could make isn’t louder, bigger, or more visible…but quieter?
In this solo episode of Reinvention Rebels, Wendy shares a reflection on self-trust in midlife—and how becoming strong on the inside can make your life magnetic on the outside.
The episode begins with a small moment: Wendy deciding not to do an Instagram Live.
Not because she couldn’t.
But because she chose alignment over obligation.
That choice sparked a reflection on the role self-trust plays in reinvention.
Wendy shares the moment the words “Reinvention Rebels” first appeared to her—long before she knew how to start a podcast—and how trusting that quiet knowing changed the trajectory of her life.
This episode explores the difference between head trust and heart trust, and why meaningful reinventions often begin with a whisper we choose to believe.
Because real magnetism doesn’t come from charisma or hustle.
It comes from coherence—when who you are inside aligns with how you show up in the world.
If you’re rebuilding trust with yourself, this conversation will meet you where you are.
⭐ In This Episode Wendy shares:• Why self-trust is built through repetition, not dramatic moments
• The difference between head decisions and heart decisions
• The intuitive moment that sparked the Reinvention Rebels podcast
• Why magnetism is really about coherence
• How keeping small promises to yourself builds the self-trust muscle
🧠 Questions to Reflect On If you're rebuilding trust with yourself, consider these questions:
• Where am I still shrinking?
• Where do I already know the answer but keep seeking permission?
• What small promise could I make to myself this week—and actually keep?
🎁 Free ResourceIf this episode resonates with you, I created a free guide to support your reinvention journey: Overcoming the Midlife Belly Blues.
It’s designed to help you get stronger on the inside so you can move through midlife with more clarity, confidence, and self-trust.
🎙 Podcast Spotlight
This month I’m spotlighting the podcast Fit Strong Women Over 50, hosted by Jill McCauslin and Chris Brown. Their show explores what it means to feel strong, confident, and capable in your body after 50. If you’re loving conversations about strength, vitality, and sustainable health, it’s a wonderful complement to Reinvention Rebels.
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Midlife doesn’t mean surrendering your strength, energy, or confidence — even if it sometimes feels that way.
In this empowering conversation, I’m joined by health coach Adrian Mamikonian to explore what it really means to create midlife body freedom. We talk about letting go of outdated food and fitness rules, building lean muscle in a sustainable way — and why starting imperfectly is often the most powerful first step.
If you’ve felt frustrated by midlife body changes, discouraged by shifting hormones, or stuck in old narratives about what’s “normal,” this episode will remind you that you have more control than you think — and more options than you’ve been told.
✨ In This Episode, You’ll Hear:
💪 Why lean muscle plays a bigger role in metabolism than most women realize
🔥 The truth about midlife weight gain — and what actually moves the needle
🧠 How to stop “shoulding” yourself about food and fitness
⚡ Why energy (not just aesthetics) matters most in midlife
🌿 The power of small, imperfect action
💛 How reclaiming your body can unlock deeper confidence and freedom
💛 About Adrian Mamikonian
Adrian specializes in empowering women over 40 to reclaim their vitality and live life fully. Through personalized guidance, she helps women navigate perimenopause, body composition changes, energy shifts, and mindset blocks — without restriction, shame, or burnout.
🔗 Connect with Adrian
Instagram: @livingwellwithadrian
🌿 Free Resource: Overcoming the Midlife Belly Blues
If today’s conversation sparked something in you, I created a free guide called Overcoming the Midlife Belly Blues — a supportive resource designed to help you rebuild body confidence in midlife.
Inside, you’ll explore:
✨ What’s really happening in your midlife body
✨ Why “it’s just hormones” isn’t the whole story
✨ How to release shame and outdated body narratives
✨ Simple, sustainable shifts that help you feel stronger and more at home in your body
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What if the very thing people told you was “too much” about you was actually your greatest gift?
In this soulful conversation, Wendy talks with Oneika Mays — meditation teacher, storyteller, and author — about what it really means to bet on yourself in midlife. Oneika shares how she moved from 20 years as a bookseller to teaching mindfulness (including groundbreaking work at Rikers Island), and how grief ultimately gave her the permission to pursue her lifelong dream of writing.
At 54, Oneika is stepping fully into a creative life — with a debut book on the way and a TV pilot already winning awards. Her story is a powerful reminder that reinvention is not one bold leap, but a series of brave choices to trust yourself again and again.
If you’ve ever been told you’re “too much,” this episode is for you.
What you’ll hear in this episode
- 💛 Permission & self-trust: learning to listen to your own vision
- 📚 From books to mindfulness: Oneika’s journey from bookseller to teacher
- 🧘🏾♀️ Metta (lovingkindness): why self-love is the foundation of reinvention
- 🎯 Betting on yourself: celebrating small steps — even after 15 rejections
- ✨ Reinventing at 54: why it’s never too late to claim a creative life
- 🤝 You don’t reinvent alone: the village that helped her bet on herself
About Oneika Mays
Oneika Mays is a meditation and yoga teacher, storyteller, and author of Sit With Me: A No-BS Journey to Mindfulness and Meditation (HarperOne, March 3, 2026). She previously served as the first Mindfulness Coach at Rikers Island.
Connect with Oneika
- Website: https://oneikamays.com
- Instagram: @oneikamays
- Substack: https://oneika.substack.com/
- Preorder her book: Sit With Me (here or available wherever books are sold)
Mentioned in this episode
- Women Over 70 — Aging Reimagined Podcast
The 2025 ASTRA award-winning weekly show celebrating women 70–110 who are rewriting the script on aging — plus their monthly Aging Reimagined Circle online.
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Permission to Begin Again in Your 60s (or at Any Age): Trusting Yourself in Midlife
What does it really mean to give yourself permission to begin again—especially in midlife?
In this solo episode, Wendy explores why permission is often the first act of reinvention, how trusting yourself changes everything in your 60s (or at any age), and why midlife can be a powerful awakening rather than a crisis.
She shares personal reflections on self-trust, pivoting, hormonal shifts, and choosing a bigger, juicier life—plus gentle prompts to help you notice where you might be waiting for permission.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, unsure, or afraid to change direction, this episode is your reminder that you’re allowed to begin again—right now.
✨ In this episode, Wendy shares:
🧩 Why permission is often the first act of reinvention
💬 How women are socialized to put themselves last—and how that shows up in midlife
🔍 What permission really means (and what it doesn’t)
🧠 How hormonal shifts can unlock boldness and clarity
🔄 Why pivoting isn’t failure—it’s recalibration
💛 Wendy’s personal story of giving herself permission to begin again
💪 Why self-trust is a muscle you build over time
Reflection questions to consider:
❓ Where might you be waiting for permission right now?
❓ Whose approval are you unconsciously seeking?
❓ What feels complete, even if you haven’t admitted it?
❓ What would trusting yourself look like today—not someday?
Podcast shoutout + Resources
I’m also giving a shoutout to my friend Suzy Rosenstein, host of the podcast Women in the Middle: Loving Life After 50. If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about midlife, reinvention, and navigating life with intention and curiosity, I know you’ll love her show.
I also reference my recent solo episode Reinventing at 61: How I’m Betting on Myself in 2026 (Without the January Pressure)—a great companion listen if you’re exploring intention, self-trust, and spaciousness this year.
Free resource: If this episode inspired you and you’d like to go deeper, I invite you to download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. It’s designed to help you reflect, notice what’s calling you, and gently reconnect with yourself—no pressure, no fixing.
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How I’m Betting on Myself in 2026 (Without the January Pressure)
As a new year begins, many of us feel the pressure to rush into resolutions, big goals, and nonstop productivity. In this short solo episode of Reinvention Rebels, I’m sharing a different approach to starting the year — one rooted in listening, intention, and self-trust, especially in midlife.
Rather than pushing for momentum or perfection, I reflect on how I’m betting on myself in 2026 in a way that feels quieter, more compassionate, and more sustainable. I share how shifting away from all-or-nothing thinking around diet and exercise, protecting my energy, and allowing clarity to unfold over time has changed the way I approach growth and reinvention.
If January feels louder or more demanding than you expected, this episode offers permission to slow down, tune in, and trust your own timing.
In this episode, I share:
✨ Why January pressure often leads to burnout instead of lasting change
🌀 How all-or-nothing thinking kept me stuck and what helped me move forward
💛 What betting on myself in midlife looks like now, at 61
🌱 Why consistency works better than perfection
🧭 How I’m approaching 2026 with intention instead of urgency
👂 Why listening before deciding can be a powerful form of self-trust
Reflection questions to consider:
❓ Where might you be rushing yourself right now?
❓ What’s one area where a softer, more sustainable approach might serve you better?
❓ What would betting on yourself look like if it didn’t involve pressure?
Podcast shoutout:
I’m also giving a shoutout to my friend Suzy Rosenstein, host of the podcast Women in the Middle. If you enjoy thoughtful conversations about midlife, reinvention, and navigating life with intention and curiosity, I know you’ll love her show.
Later this month, I’ll be back with another short solo episode focused on permission — and what it really looks like to give ourselves permission to try again, especially in midlife.
Thanks for listening and for being part of the Reinvention Rebels community.
PS: If this episode inspired you, and you’d like even more gentle inspiration, I invite to download my free gift, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife. It's filled with ideas to spark curiosity and help you imagine what your next great adventure could look like.
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🌿 Episode Description
Not every holiday season feels joyful — and that doesn’t mean you’re doing it wrong.
In this gentle solo episode, I share a heartfelt reflection for anyone moving through a tender, heavy, or quieter-than-expected holiday season. This is an invitation to slow down, lower expectations, and allow yourself to be exactly where you are — without guilt, explanation, or pressure to perform joy.
If you’re craving reassurance, softness, and permission to simply be, this episode is for you.
🌿 Show Notes
The holidays are often filled with expectations — to feel joyful, grateful, connected, and festive. But what if this season feels tender instead?
In this solo episode, I’m sharing a compassionate reflection for anyone navigating a quieter, heavier, or more complex holiday season. I talk about how midlife reinvention doesn’t always look bold or loud — sometimes it looks like pausing, allowing, and sitting gently with what is.
This episode isn’t about fixing anything or pushing through. It’s about permission.
In this episode, I explore:
- Why tenderness during the holidays doesn’t mean you’re failing
- How midlife holidays can carry unexpected complexity
- Letting go of performative joy and unrealistic expectations
- Choosing kindness, softness, and rest instead of pushing
- How reinvention can unfold quietly through pause and reflection
I also shine a light on the Ageless Traveler podcast, which celebrates women who continue to explore, adventure, and discover what’s possible at every age.
If this season finds you feeling unsure, reflective, or in need of gentleness, this episode is a reminder that you’re not alone — and you’re exactly where you need to be.
🎧 Listen, pause, and take what you need.
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At 48, breaking up with her snooze button sparked a major shift for Yvonne Marchese. What began as one small change opened the door to reconnecting with herself, challenging ageist beliefs, and rediscovering what is possible in midlife. Now at 56, she lives a joyful, multi-passionate life shaped by curiosity, play, and purpose. Her story is a powerful reminder that tiny steps can unlock your midlife superpower.
✨ Episode Highlights
This week on Reinvention Rebels, I’m celebrating the power of small steps, brave choices, and the unexpected sparks that set midlife reinvention in motion.
At 48, Yvonne Marchese was feeling stuck, exhausted, and overwhelmed by the daily grind. Hitting snooze had become a ritual — until one morning she realized something had to change. That tiny shift of getting up when the alarm rang became the first domino in a much bigger personal awakening.
Today, at 56, Yvonne is an author, speaker, photographer, and host of the Late Bloomer Living podcast. She is also the creator of the Age Agitators Club and a passionate advocate for seeing midlife as a playground, not a decline. Her journey is a beautiful example of how purpose, playfulness, and self-trust can become a midlife superpower.
In this candid and joyful conversation, Yvonne opens up about redefining aging, embracing imperfection, and giving herself permission to be a beginner — again and again.
In this episode, you’ll hear:
- How ditching the snooze button at 48 sparked Yvonne’s reinvention
- The moment she realized her ageist beliefs were holding her back
- Why she believes aging can be playful, creative, and liberating
- The importance of asking for help, community, and doing it imperfectly
- How curiosity, consistency, and baby steps became her midlife momentum
Connect with Yvonne Marchese:
- Website: https://www.latebloomerliving.com/
- Instagram: @latebloomerliving
🎁 Free GiftIf this episode inspired you to explore your own possibilities, download my free guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife. It is filled with simple, meaningful ideas to help you start betting on yourself in new ways.
👉 Check out my friend Adriene Berg's podcast, The Ageless Traveler, to discover enticing locations, luxury travel for less, grandparent and solo travel,
adventure itineraries, and meet the people who make travel easy.
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A Thanksgiving re-release with fresh perspective. In this episode, I explore how gratitude, midlife reinvention, and the lessons we gain from failure, wisdom, and support systems can help us move through midlife stuckness and reconnect with clarity, purpose, and possibility.
The Midlife Gratitude Reset: 3 Ways to Break Through Stuckness This Thanksgiving
I'm bringing back a deeply meaningful episode that feels especially powerful during Thanksgiving week. If you are carrying midlife overwhelm, uncertainty, or a sense of stuckness, this is for you.
Here is what I know.
You can be grateful and confused.
Grateful and unsure.
Grateful and still figuring it out.
And yet, gratitude has a way of clearing space for clarity, confidence, and bold possibility in midlife reinvention.
In this solo episode, I share three ways gratitude can help you get unstuck, shift your mindset, and reconnect with your midlife purpose.
In This Episode, I Explore:
- How midlife failures can become catalysts for growth
- Why the wisdom we gain from lived experience is worth celebrating
- How our support systems remind us we do not have to do this alone
- Why gratitude sparks midlife curiosity
- Simple prompts that open the door to new reinvention possibilities
This is not a fluffy gratitude pep talk. It's a grounded and honest reflection on how the hardest parts of midlife often lead us exactly where we are meant to go.
If you want a moment to breathe and reset during the holiday season, this episode will meet you right where you are.
Free Gift to Support Your Reinvention Journey
Download 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife, a free guide filled with ideas, sparks, and micro-movements to help you build momentum and explore what is next.
Podcast Spotlight: Wisdom at Work
I also want to highlight a beautiful podcast hosted by my friend Ilana Landsberg-Lewis:
Wisdom at Work: Older Women, Elderwomen, and Grandmothers on the Move!
It features inspiring global conversations with older women activists and artists sharing creativity, courage, purpose, and wisdom. Find it wherever you listen or visit wisdomatworkpodcast.com
If This Episode Resonates
Share it with a friend who may need a gentle reminder that gratitude, growth, and midlife reinvention are all possible, even in seasons of uncertainty.
Wishing you a warm, wonderful holiday season.
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Five years, countless stories, and endless reinventions. 🎙️ In this special anniversary episode, I’m celebrating the journey of Reinvention Rebels — sharing five bold lessons I’ve learned about courage, consistency, and betting on myself at midlife.
Let's Celebrate! 🎉
🎉 Five Years of Reinvention Rebels: 5 Bold Lessons from Betting on Myself at Midlife
How do you stay inspired, curious, and bold — not just for a year, but for five?
This week, I’m celebrating a milestone:
five incredible years of the Reinvention Rebels podcast!
What started as a spark of curiosity has grown into a movement — one that celebrates midlife women who are rewriting what’s possible.
💫 In this heartfelt solo episode, I’m sharing five powerful lessons I’ve learned from five years behind the mic — lessons about courage, community, and what it really means to bet on yourself at midlife.
✨ In this episode, you’ll hear:
• How I started Reinvention Rebels without a roadmap (and yes, with the wrong mic settings!)
• Why consistency, not perfection, builds confidence
• The life-changing power of community and midlife sisterhood
• How I’m still reinventing myself at 60 — from podcasting to public speaking
• Why your ripple effect is far greater than you realize
🎧 Plus, I’m shining a light on another inspiring show that celebrates women’s wisdom:
Wisdom at Work: Older Women, Elderwomen, and Grandmothers on the Move!
Hosted by my friend Ilana Landsberg-Lewis, this podcast features intimate conversations with older women activists and artists from around the globe — exploring their creativity, courage, and wisdom in tackling life’s biggest challenges.
👉🏾 Find it wherever you listen or visit wisdomatworkpodcast.com.
🎁 Don’t miss my free 7-minute audio guide, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey.
It’s the perfect mini-pause to reconnect with what’s next for you.
💜 Stay tuned: I’ll soon be releasing a special anniversary gift — The Top 5 Reinvention Rebels Episodes Guide — with my favorite rebel moments and why they matter.
✨ Here’s to five years of courage, curiosity, and midlife boldness — and to all the reinventions still to come.
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💜 Episode Description
At 58, Laureen found herself in the middle of an unexpected transformation — an empty nest, menopause, and an allergic reaction that ended decades of hair dye. What began as loss became liberation.
In this intimate conversation, she shares how she let go of old conditioning, reimagined what aging can look like, and reclaimed her authentic self. Her story is a beautiful reminder that midlife isn’t a deadline, it’s an awakening.
✨ Show Notes
This week on Reinvention Rebels, I’m celebrating the power of quiet transformation with Laureen, a content creator, model, and storyteller redefining what aging looks and feels like.
At 58, Laureen experienced a trifecta of change — her hair, home, and hormones — that sparked a deeper awakening. What started with an allergic reaction to hair dye became a journey of radical self-acceptance, self-trust, and creativity.
Through her Instagram platform @glowupsilver, Laureen inspires thousands of women to see aging not as something to fear, but as a new chapter of self-expression, curiosity, and joy.
In this heartfelt conversation, we explore what it means to unlearn the conditioning about who midlife women “should” be, listen to the whispers of intuition, and come home to the truth of who we already are.
In This Episode, You’ll Hear:
- How a “trifecta of change” — hair, home, and hormones — sparked Laureen’s midlife reinvention
- The quiet courage it took to let her natural silver shine
- How creativity, curiosity, and community became her lifelines
- What it means to reimagine aging and rewrite the rules for yourself
- Why midlife is not a crisis but an invitation to awaken
🌿 A Soulful Reminder
Reinvention doesn’t have to be loud or dramatic. It can unfold through small, intentional steps that bring you home to who you truly are.
🎁 Free Gift
If this episode spoke to your heart, take the next gentle step with my free 7-minute audio,
5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey.
It’s a simple, soulful way to start tapping into the wisdom that already exists within you — because sometimes we just need a gentle nudge to begin.
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✨ Episode Description
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do in midlife isn’t doing at all...it’s pausing. In this episode, I share how an unexpected weekend with my closest friends reminded me of the beauty of slowing down, accepting help, and finding clarity through connection. If you’ve been feeling stuck, this one’s your invitation to take a breath and reset.
🎙️ Episode Title: The Power of the Pause: How Slowing Down Fuels Your Midlife Reinvention
Sometimes the most powerful thing we can do in midlife isn’t more — it’s to pause.
In this solo episode of the Reinvention Rebels Podcast, I’m exploring how slowing down, letting ourselves rest, and reconnecting with what matters most can bring the clarity, courage, and peace we’ve been craving.
I share a story from a recent weekend that reminded me of the importance of connection, receiving help, and giving ourselves permission to just be. What started as a “get stuff done” weekend turned into a beautiful pause filled with laughter, friendship, and unexpected joy.
When we slow down, we create space to hear ourselves again — to breathe, to reflect, and to reset.
✨ In this episode, I share:
- Why pausing feels radical in midlife reinvention
- How slowing down can help us gain clarity and courage
- What happens when we accept help and lean on our people
- 3 small ways you can practice the power of the pause this week
And if you’re ready to spark your own reinvention journey, I’ve got a free audio gift just for you — 5 Questions to Spark Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. It’s just seven minutes long but packed with insights to help you reconnect with what’s possible. You’ll find the link in the show notes.
💫 Resources mentioned:
- Free audio gift: 5 Questions to Spark Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey
- Previous solo episode: What If It Works Out?
- Podcast love: Older Women & Friends
— A beautiful show about embracing midlife and aging with wisdom, courage, and joy hosted by my friend Jane Leder.
If this episode resonates with you, I’d love it if you’d share it with a friend who could use a reminder that slowing down isn’t lazy — it’s necessary.
Because pausing isn’t wasted time. It’s where our next bold step begins. 💛
🎧 Listen now and be reminded: pausing isn’t wasted time—it’s the space where we realign, recharge, and rediscover ourselves.
Until next time, amazing ones—keep pausing, ke
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What if reinvention in midlife isn’t a total life overhaul but a choice to change your mind and bet on yourself?
In this candid conversation, Laurie Gerber, dating coach, shares how being fired, reworking a marriage, and reframing menopause led her to reinvent life — and dating after 50 — with unapologetic positivity.
Expect practical mindset shifts, a no-nonsense approach to dating, and concrete next steps to move from fear to action.
What we cover:
- Laurie's turning points: getting fired, marriage pivot, and choosing reinvention
- Why past ≠ future: the mindset shift every dater needs
- How to curate what you consume (media, conversations, negativity)
- Menopause: ditching the rabbit hole of doom and reclaiming agency
- Practical moves: hire a coach, name the dream, make a plan, be accountable
Key takeaways:
- You don’t have to believe everything you think. Change the thought; change the outcome.
- Reinvention can be forced — and liberating. Sudden endings often open new doors.
- Curate your inputs. Unsubscribe from narratives that don’t serve your midlife story.
- Plan + accountability = action. Say the dream, make a plan, get help, and do the work.
Links & resources:
- Download Wendy’s freebie — Do It Scared ebook (free): A short, powerful guide to help you face fear, take one bold step, and spark your midlife reinvention. 👉 https://reinventionrebels.com/do-it-scared/
- Register for Laurie’s FREE webinar: 3 Secrets to Finding and Maintaining Healthy Love without Repeated Disappointments — www.lauriegerber.com/webinar
Learn: + The biggest mistake women make that keeps them from happily-ever-after + The 3 essential ingredients for long-term commitment + Laurie's 3-date strategy to find your soulmate in WAY fewer dates * Laurie Gerber — website / contact: www.lauriegerber.com * What Wendy’s listening to: Older Women & Friends with Jane Leder — a warm, wise podcast celebrating older women’s stories.
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Have you ever felt stuck between self-doubt and self-trust? In this week’s solo episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast, I’m diving into how we can build our boldness muscle—one small step at a time.
I know a little about midlife boldness because I’m in a season of practicing it myself. I’m doing some things scared and learning to trust my own voice. It’s not always easy, but it’s worth it.
Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode:
✨ How self-doubt shows up and why it’s often part of the reinvention process
✨ The difference between playing it safe and betting on yourself
✨ My journey from launching this podcast five years ago (with zero experience!) to winning a Women Who Podcast Magazine podcast award this year
✨ How stepping onto a big stage at a cybersecurity leadership summit helped me uncover my love of speaking and empowering others
✨ Why building your boldness muscle is one of the most powerful ways to fuel your midlife reinvention
If you’ve ever wondered how to move from hesitation to action, or from second-guessing to self-belief, this episode is for you.
💡 Remember: self-trust isn’t built overnight. It’s a practice. Every time you choose to back yourself, you’re making your reinvention stronger.
🎧 Related Episode: Reinvention at Midlife: "What if it Works Out?"
— a powerful companion to today’s conversation that flips the script on fear.
💝 Free Gift: Don’t forget to grab my guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife. It’s full of ideas and sparks to help you keep building that boldness muscle.
🎙️ Podcast I Love: I also want to lift up my friend Jennifer Fink’s show, the Fading Memories Podcast. It’s an empowering, informative, and uplifting resource for caregivers of people with dementia. Jennifer offers wisdom, tools, and hope for anyone walking that journey—you won’t want to miss it.
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What if your boldest chapter begins after 65?
At a time when many people are winding down, Sheila Agnew chose to bet on herself and step into an entirely new path — becoming a personal trainer at 65 and inspiring older adults to embrace strength, confidence, and possibility.
Now, at 74, Sheila is thriving! She's living proof that it’s never too late to dream bigger, start fresh, and shine brighter. But her story isn’t just about fitness. It’s about faith, resilience, and the quiet power of small steps that lead to extraordinary transformation.
In this conversation, Sheila shares how a chance encounter at a local gym led her to uncover a passion for helping older adults reach their fitness goals, why she believes in starting small, and how even life’s hardest moments — including a battle with early-stage breast cancer — became opportunities for growth, purpose, and deeper joy.
If you’ve ever thought it’s “too late” to make a change, this episode will challenge that belief and ignite your own possibilities.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✨ Reinvention at Any Age – How Sheila reinvented herself at 65 and became a thriving personal trainer
💡 A Spark of Opportunity – The surprising moment that led her to this bold new path
🌱 Start Small, Grow Big – Why starting small can lead to big, lasting change
🙏 Faith & Resilience – How self-belief and community fueled her strength during breast cancer
💖 Serving Through Your Gifts – The power of inspiring and uplifting others
🌟 Thriving at 74 – Why Sheila proves that 74 can be just the beginning
Connect with Sheila:
Instagram: @sheilafitfiftyplus
YouTube: @sheilafitfiftyplus
TikTok: @sheilafit50plus
Resources & Links Mentioned in This Episode
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What if the thing you’ve been dreaming about doesn’t fall apart…but actually works out?
So often in midlife, we get stuck in a cycle of “what if it fails?” thinking. What if people judge me? What if I’m too old? What if I’m not ready?
But here’s the game-changing question I want you to hold close: What if it works out?
In this solo episode of Reinvention Rebels, I’m exploring how shifting the question changes everything in your midlife reinvention journey. Instead of focusing on fear, you can root yourself in possibility and courage.
✨ In this episode, I share:
- Why our brains are wired to default to fear, and how to break the cycle
- A personal story about flipping my perspective from doubt to daring
- The profound nugget that helped me win a Women Who Podcast Award (Mary Newell’s reminder that she is her own heroine at 75)
- How you can start building your own “what if it works out” mindset today
By the end of this episode, you’ll feel empowered to see your reinvention through a whole new lens, one that reminds you that the best is yet to come.
🎁 Free Gift for You: Stay tuned until the end where I’ll share how you can get my free guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife. It’s packed with ideas to spark your next bold move.
The truth: reinvention isn’t about playing small. It’s about believing in yourself enough to imagine the best-case scenario.
Resources & Links:
- Grab your free guide: 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife
- Listen to Mary Newell’s inspiring episode, No Finish Line: Mary Newell on Running, Reinvention & Defying Age at 74
- Follow me on Instagram for daily reinvention inspiration: @reinventionrebels
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What if the secret to your next bold move isn’t outside of you, but within?
In this empowering episode, intuitive coach and reinvention guide Ronnie Ann Ryan shares how tuning into your inner wisdom can be the key to navigating midlife reinvention with more ease, confidence, and clarity.
Ronnie knows firsthand the power of trusting the signs, building your “intuition muscle,” and embracing the unknown. Through personal stories and practical tools, she invites us to stop second-guessing ourselves and start leaning into our natural intuitive gifts.
Whether you’re at a crossroads or simply curious about what’s next, this conversation will inspire you to listen more deeply, follow the breadcrumbs, and boldly pursue the possibilities calling your name.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- 👂 How to recognize and trust your intuitive nudges
- 🤝 Why building a “reinvention dream team” can help you stay aligned and supported
- 🧘♀️ Simple ways to practice using your intuition in everyday decisions
- 💡 How setbacks and missteps can still move you forward
- 🧭 The role of signs, synchronicity, and self-awareness in shaping your next chapter
This is a must-listen for any midlife woman ready to ditch doubt, claim her inner knowing, and step into a more empowered version of herself.
✨ You already have the wisdom within. Ronnie shows you how to use it.
Connect with Ronnie:
- Website: intuitiveedge.biz
- LinkedIn: @ronnieannryan
- Instagram: @ronnieannryan
Resources & Links:
- 🎁 Grab your free gift: 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife - wonderful ideas to spark your next reinvention!
- If you're looking for inspiration to thrive in your next act, don’t miss Wellness Wednesday with Sally Duplantier. Her free monthly webinars are full of practical, science-backed tips for living well at any age. Visit MyZingLife.com to sign up and start reimagining what’s possible.
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Have you ever felt the nudge to try something new…but weren’t sure you were ready?
In this solo episode, I’m sharing what it really looks like to bet on yourself in midlife — even when you don’t have it all figured out.
Reinvention isn’t about having the perfect plan, it’s about trusting the next right step, embracing the unknown, and showing up with curiosity.
I’ll share what’s unfolding in my own reinvention story (yes, another one!) and how making small, soul-led bets is helping me build confidence, clarity, and momentum. Spoiler alert: it’s messy, meaningful, and totally worth it.
Whether you’re just beginning to dream again or already mid-plot twist, this episode will remind you:
You don’t need to have it all figured out to take the first step.
In this episode, I talk about:
- Why reinvention is a process, not a finish line
- How small “bets” on yourself can lead to big breakthroughs
- A peek into my current (still-unfolding) reinvention
- Encouragement for anyone feeling stuck, uncertain, or hesitant
- The power of self-trust, even in the unknown
Resources & Links:
🎁 Grab your free gift: 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife
🎙️ Check out The Ageless Traveler podcast by Adriane Berg: Lifelong travel tips, joy-filled adventures, and a free ebook to make travel easier at any age: agelesstraveler.com
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What happens when life throws you into a caregiving role you never expected?
For professional organizer Janet Taylor, it meant putting her business on hold, stepping up for her beloved mom, and discovering a new layer of strength, purpose, and reinvention.
In this inspiring and heartfelt episode, Janet shares how she navigated the intense, emotional, and often overwhelming journey of midlife caregiving — and how her organizing superpowers became her greatest ally.
✨ You’ll hear how Janet:
- 🌿 Reinvented herself in midlife when her caregiving role became all-consuming
- 🧩 Used organization systems to manage her mother’s care, medications, and finances
- 🫶 Learned to ask for help and build a support system to avoid burnout
- 🎙️ Discovered her voice and became a powerful advocate in medical settings
- ⏸️ Took a pause after caregiving to rest, reflect, and welcome new professional opportunities
Janet’s story reminds us that reinvention often begins in the most unexpected places — and that even in the midst of challenge, we can rise, reclaim our voice, and find clarity through the chaos.
🎯 Whether you're a caregiver, an organizer at heart, or a midlife woman searching for your next chapter, Janet’s wisdom will touch your soul and inspire you to take empowered steps forward.
Connect with Janet Taylor
- Website: janetmtaylor.com
- Instagram: @janettheorganizer
🎙️ More Great Listening
👉 Missed last week’s episode? Don’t miss the fun and wisdom in Midlife Private Parts: Dina Aronson & Dina Alvarez on Reinvention, Visibility & Owning Your Story – Listen here
👉 Check out my friend Adriene Berg's podcast, The Ageless Traveler, to discover enticing locations, luxury travel for less, grandparent and solo travel,
adventure itineraries, and meet the people who make travel easy.
🎁 Free Gift Just for You!
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💡 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife — practical, playful, and powerful ideas to help you take bold steps forward.
Ready to hear how organizing isn’t just for closets — but for reclaiming your life, your voice, and your power? 🎧 Listen now and be inspired by Janet’s beautiful journey of care and courage.
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What happens when two bold midlife women stop asking “Who am I to do this?” and start asking “Why not me?” You get Midlife Private Parts—a revealing, empowering new anthology that explores the raw, real, and often unspoken truths about midlife womanhood.
In this episode of Reinvention Rebels, I’m joined by the dynamic duo Dina Aronson and Dina Alvarez, co-editors of Midlife Private Parts: Revealing Essays That Will Change the Way You Think About Age.
Together, we dive into:
✨ Why visibility matters more than ever in midlife
✨ How Instagram helped both Dinas build creative courage and community
✨ The surprising paths that led them from law and journalism to storytelling and book publishing
✨ Why collaboration can be a powerful force in reinvention
✨ What they learned emotionally and spiritually through collecting and editing stories from women around the world
We also explore the themes of the book—everything from menopause and reinvention to grief, dating, and feeling invisible—with honesty, humor, and heart.
💌 If this conversation moves you, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a midlife friend who needs a reminder: it’s never too late to rewrite your story.
💡 Resources & Links
🎉 Midlife Private Parts is available now! (Released June 24)
📚 Learn more or grab your copy: https://www.midlifeprivateparts.com/
🔗 Connect with Dina Aronson:
Instagram: @patina_life
Substack: Patina Life with Dina Aronson
🔗 Connect with Dina Alvarez:
Instagram: @thewritestyles
Substack: @dinaalvarez
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💫 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife — a fun, inspiring guide packed with doable ideas to spark your next chapter
🎧 Love hearing stories of reinvention and resilience? Check out the Women Over 70: Aging Reimagined podcast—featuring bold, brilliant women ages 70 to 110.
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What would you attempt if you stopped letting age define your limits? 💥
At 74, Mary Newell isn’t slowing down—she’s speeding up.
Three years after she first joined us on the podcast, Mary is back and more unstoppable than ever. Since our first conversation in 2021, she’s continued to challenge what’s possible in her 70s, racking up more achievements and embodying the bold spirit of reinvention.
Once a quiet bookworm with no interest in athletics, Mary transformed herself into a fierce, goal-driven runner who’s completed everything from marathons in Jamaica to climbing all 104 floors of the World Trade Center! Oh, and did we mention she ran 100 miles for her 70th birthday? 🎉🏃♀️
This inspiring conversation is a masterclass in self-belief, grit, and curiosity. Mary opens up about pushing past self-doubt, training through all kinds of weather, and how movement became her form of meditation and joy.
One of her most powerful declarations?
“I am my own heroine.”
A true Reinvention Rebel mindset—and a reminder that we all have the power to become the shero of our own story.
We explore:
✨ How Mary went from non-athlete to marathoner in midlife 🏃♀️📚
✨ What she’s learned over the last 3 years of her reinvention journey ⏳💫
✨ The myths that hold women back—and how she shattered them 💥🚫
✨ Why setting small, joyful goals can lead to unexpected triumphs 🎯🎉
✨ How she stays motivated, inspired, and energized at 74 💪🔥💖
This episode is a love letter to possibility, perseverance, and the rebel spirit that lives inside all of us.
🎧 Tune in and be inspired to run toward your own bold next chapter.
Connect with Mary:
Follow Mary on Instagram: @mlnewell12
💡 Resources & Links
🎁 Ready to take your next bold step? Grab my free gift to fuel your reinvention:
- ✨ Do It Scared, Do It Anyway mini-ebook — 3 powerful mindset shifts to help you get unstuck and take action in midlife
👉 Curious about the program that’s helped me feel stronger, leaner, and more energized in midlife? Learn more about the Faster Way to Fat Loss program
🎧 Love hearing stories of reinvention and resilience? Check out the Women Over 70: Aging Reimagined podcast—featuring bold, brilliant women ages 70 to 110.
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Age Boldly: Rachel Lancaster on Midlife, Menopause & Magnificence
What if a midlife diagnosis could change your life for the better?
At 41, Rachel Lankester was told she was in early menopause—and it rocked her world. But instead of letting it define her, Rachel turned this life-altering news into fuel for transformation. Her journey became the spark for Magnificent Midlife, a global movement empowering women over 40 to challenge ageism, rewrite the menopause narrative, and step boldly into their next chapter.
In this inspiring episode, Rachel shares how curiosity and self-belief helped her flip the script—from shattered dreams to powerful purpose. We explore the myths that hold women back, the beauty of embracing our unique midlife strengths, and why menopause can be a gateway to deeper confidence, leadership, and authenticity.
If you’ve ever felt stuck, overlooked, or unsure of what’s next, Rachel’s story will reignite your belief in what’s possible—no matter your age.
🎧 Tune in for:
💥 How early menopause launched Rachel’s reinvention journey
🧠 Why curiosity and self-belief are midlife superpowers
🔥 Reframing menopause as a portal to empowerment
🌟 How to age boldly and live magnificently
Rachel Lancaster embodies what it means to be a Reinvention Rebel—bold, curious, and unapologetically magnificent in midlife and beyond. If this episode inspired you, share it with a friend who’s ready to embrace her own reinvention journey.
Connect with Rachel:
- 💻 Website: magnificentmidlife.com
- 📸 Instagram: @rachel_lankester
💡 Resources & Links
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💫 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife — a fun, inspiring guide packed with doable ideas to spark your next chapter
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What happens when you quiet the doubts, follow your curiosity, and bet on yourself in midlife?
At 62, Diane Britt Smith is doing just that—redefining retirement and stepping boldly into a new second act career as a commercial actor and model.
In this empowering first guest episode of Season 7, Diane shares how she transitioned from traditional work to chasing red carpet dreams, with encouragement from her actor sons and a fierce belief in her own potential.
Diane’s midlife reinvention story is a masterclass in embracing change with joy, taking smart risks, and living with intention. Whether you're navigating life after retirement or dreaming of a bold next chapter, this episode is for you.
We talk about:
✅ How she moved from “can I really do this?” to confidently booking gigs
🤝 The power of community and encouragement in fueling reinvention
📚 Why preparation and continuous learning are key at any age
🌱 What it looks like to create passion and purpose after retirement
🎯 Overcoming perfection paralysis and building midlife confidence
Plus, I share how Diane’s courage inspired me to reflect on my own bold moves—and how we can all build momentum when we bet on ourselves in midlife.
Whether you're 42, 62, or anywhere in between, this conversation will remind you that reinvention after 60 is not only possible—it can be your most exciting chapter yet.
Connect with Diane:
- 💻 pivottoyourpurpose.com
- 📸 Instagram: @dianebrittsmith
- 📸 Instagram: @pivottoyourpurupose
💡 Resources & Links
🎁 Ready to take your next bold step? Grab one (or both!) of these free gifts to fuel your reinvention:
- ✨ Do It Scared, Do It Anyway mini-ebook — 3 powerful mindset shifts to help you get unstuck and take action in midlife
- 💫 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife — a fun, inspiring guide packed with doable ideas to spark your next chapter
- 🎧 Catch more inspiring episodes at reinventionrebels.com
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In this short but powerful solo episode, I’m kicking off a brand-new season of Reinvention Rebels with a personal reflection on what it really means to bet on yourself in midlife.
At 55, I decided to take a chance on something that lit me up — starting this very midlife podcast — even though I had no guarantees it would succeed.
That one bold move launched a reinvention journey I couldn’t have imagined, opening doors to new opportunities, from creating cybersecurity videos (totally unexpected!) to saying yes to my midlife health journey, now 98 days strong.
Through that commitment, I’ve gained more midlife confidence, more energy, and a body that feels stronger and more joyful.
In just 7 minutes, I’ll share how betting on myself has transformed my life — and why I believe it’s never too late for you to say yes to yourself and embrace your own midlife transformation.
Plus, you’ll get a sneak peek at what’s ahead this season — real stories of women over 50 who are stepping into possibility, defying self-doubt, and showing the world what reinvention really looks like.
💥 In this episode, you’ll hear:
✔ What it really looks like to bet on yourself — even without guarantees
✔ How midlife reinvention can start with one small yes
✔ My personal journey of saying yes to myself and what I’ve gained
✔ What’s coming this season on the Reinvention Rebels podcast
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Welcome to Season 7 of Reinvention Rebels — the podcast where midlife women rise, shine, and boldly reinvent what's next.
In this short trailer, host Wendy Battles invites you to rediscover your power, reimagine your purpose, and remember this truth: it’s never too late to reinvent yourself.
Whether you're 45 or 75, your story is still unfolding—and the best chapters may be yet to come.
If you're ready to bet on yourself, even when no one else does, you’re in the right place.
Reinvention isn’t just possible. It’s your birthright.
Wendy Battles is the dynamic host of Reinvention Rebels, a podcast that celebrates midlife boldness and possibility.
She interviews fierce and unapologetic women, ages 50 to 90, who have fearlessly reinvented themselves—proving that transformation knows no age limit. With each inspiring story, Wendy challenges outdated beliefs about aging and shines a light on the power, wisdom, and value of midlife women.
A true Reinvention Rebel herself, Wendy has embraced multiple reinventions throughout her life, from management consultant to voice actor to health coach. Now, at 60, she is passionate about empowering women to rediscover their dreams and step into their next chapter with confidence.
Wendy believes reinvention starts from the inside out—that the answers we seek are already within us. Through her podcast and message, she helps women unlock their potential and boldly reimagine what’s possible.
Let's GROW in Midlife!
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What if a tiny idea cooked up in your kitchen at 56 turned into a national beauty brand—and sparked a bold midlife reinvention?
That’s exactly what happened to Angel Cornelius, a healthcare administrator turned beauty entrepreneur who’s transforming how midlife women care for and celebrate themselves.
Now in her 60s, Angel is the visionary founder of Maison 276, a pro-age beauty brand on a mission to normalize aging, support our evolving beauty needs, and help us love the skin we’re in.
In this empowering episode of Reinvention Rebels, Angel shares her inspiring story—from DIY beauty experiments to being featured on QVC—and what she’s learned along the way about trusting herself, taking risks, and building a brand rooted in authenticity and community.
Key Highlights:
- 🌱 From kitchen to national brand: how Angel transformed frustration into purpose.
- 💪 Why doing hard things is worth it—and how to stay the course.
- 👩🏾🤝👩🏽 The power of community, mentorship, and asking for help.
- 💡 Embracing your uniqueness and building a brand that celebrates midlife beauty.
- 💫 Why it’s crucial to own your reinvention journey on your terms, unapologetically.
Top Takeaways:
- Identify everyday frustrations—there may be a business idea waiting there.
- Build your “unapologetic muscle” by showing up boldly and consistently.
- Authenticity and community are powerful connectors—lean into them.
Connect with Angel:
- 💻 Maison276.com
- 📸 Instagram: @angel.ucornelius
- 📸 Instagram: @maison276
Mentioned in this episode: If you love honest, enriching conversations about aging well and living with purpose, check out my friend Wendy Green’s podcast, Boomer Banter. It’s real talk about navigating life’s later chapters with intention and vitality. Her guests inspire new ways to think about what’s possible as we age—whether it’s revisiting old dreams or discovering new passions.
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✨ 100 Ways to Reinvent in Midlife – Your go-to inspiration list for dreaming big and starting fresh no matter how old you are - it's never too late to reinvent!
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What if the key to rocking midlife with more confidence, joy, and ease was already within you? Spoiler alert: it is! And that key is self-compassion—a powerful superpower that can transform how you navigate midlife and beyond.
Dr. Ellen Albertson knows this firsthand. A fierce and fabulous 60+ Reinvention Rebel, she’s mastered the art of self-compassion to fuel her many reinventions. From overcoming midlife insecurities to stepping boldly into new possibilities, she’s proof that self-compassion is the foundation for reinvention success.
In this inspiring episode, Dr. Ellen shares how embracing self-compassion can help you rewrite old stories, quiet self-doubt, and create a life that truly lights you up.
We talk about:
✨ Why self-compassion is the ultimate midlife superpower
✨ How self-compassion acts as both a parachute and a life vest
✨ The #1 reason self-compassion should be your first step in reinvention
✨ A simple 3-step practice to strengthen your self-compassion muscle
✨ The surprising link between self-compassion and body confidence
✨ How to reframe fear into excitement to fuel your dreams
Midlife is full of change, but with self-compassion on your side, you can embrace the journey with more ease and possibility. Tune in and discover how to make self-compassion your secret weapon for reinvention!
🎧 Listen now and start showing up for yourself in a whole new way.
Build Your Reinvention Muscles
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Connect with Ellen:
Website: https://themidlifewhisperer.com/
Book: Rock Your Midlife
Social Media:
Instagram: @The_Midlife_Whisperer
Twitter @RockYourMidlife
Facebook: Dr. Ellen Albertson
Linkedin: @drellenalbertson
Pinterest: @tigerwellness1
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What happens when you stop letting self-doubt hold you back and start giving yourself permission to explore, grow, and reinvent?
For Natalie Wester, it meant stepping into a life of adventure, self-discovery, and midlife confidence. At 61, she embarked on a 70-day solo trip around the world with just a carry-on, proving to herself (and the rest of us!) that reinvention has no age limit.
In this inspiring conversation, Natalie and I dive into what it truly means to embrace self-permission—the key to unlocking joy, courage, and the midlife confidence to live life on our own terms. We talk about:
✨ How Natalie shifted from self-doubt to bold action and midlife confidence
✨ Why simplifying her life brought her more joy
✨ The power of getting out of our own way in midlife
✨ Learning to embrace uncertainty without fear
✨ What whiskey has to do with reinvention (yes, really!)
If you’ve ever felt stuck in midlife, wondering what’s next, this episode is your reminder that you’re capable of so much more than you think. Whether it’s traveling the world, trying something new, or simply learning to trust yourself, self-permission is the spark that makes reinvention (and midlife confidence) possible.
Are you ready to press the gas pedal on your own reinvention and step into your midlife confidence? Let’s go!
🎧 Listen now and be inspired to embrace your own midlife confidence!
**Connect with Natalie:
Blog: The Hot Goddess Instagram:** @retired_rewired_inspired
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Inspiring podcast: Want more inspiration as you navigate midlife and think about reinvention? Women in the Middle® is a podcast for midlife women who are ready to hear some good news about being over 50! My friend Suzy Rosenstein, shares the good, bad, ugly, and sometimes downright hysterical about
growing older and making the changes you want to make so you don't have regrets in your second chapter.
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If you’re a midlife woman, chances are you’ve thought about your greying hair—whether to embrace it, color it, or figure out what’s next. Sound familiar? 🤔
No matter where you are in your hair journey, this episode is for you!
I’m resharing my inspiring conversation with Robin Salls, founder of Tangled Silver, the first-ever magazine for silver-haired women. 🌟 Robin is on a mission to redefine what it means to go grey, helping women embrace their silver strands with confidence, joy, and a sense of community.
In this uplifting conversation, we dive into:
✅ What inspired Robin to ditch the dye (and why her hair has never been healthier!)
✅ How she reinvented herself as a magazine publisher with Tangled Silver 📰
✅ Why embracing grey can be an empowering act of self-acceptance ✨
✅ How the silver-haired community is rewriting the narrative around aging
✅ Why this ain’t your grandma’s grey—this is midlife reinvention at its finest!
This episode is packed with wisdom, encouragement, and fresh perspectives on aging, beauty, and reinvention.
Because grey hair isn’t just about color—it’s about confidence.
🎧 Tune in and be inspired to embrace midlife with boldness, joy, and self-love!
Connect with Robin:
Instagram: @tangledsilver
Instagram: @tangledsilvermagazine
Facebook: Tangledsilvermag
Mentioned in this episode:
- Recipe for Midlife Reinvention: Launching a National Beauty Brand at 56 with Angel Cornelius
- Download my "Do It Scared, Do It Anyway" Free Guide!
- Grab your free gift, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Journey
Inspiring podcast: Want more inspiration as you navigate midlife and think about reinvention? Women in the Middle® is a podcast for midlife women who are ready to hear some good news about being over 50! My friend Suzy Rosenstein, shares the good, bad, ugly, and sometimes downright hysterical about
growing older and making the changes you want to make so you don't have regrets in your second chapter.
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Who says you can't reinvent yourself as you age?
Imagine feeling invisible after retirement, only to find yourself on runways and magazine pages, redefining what it means to be beautiful at 74.
Revolutionizing the fashion industry is no small feat, but Carolyn Doelling is doing just that by strutting into the modeling world in her 70s with a fearless flair.
Join us as we uncover Carolyn’s remarkable journey of reinvention, where she challenges age-old stereotypes and radiates confidence from the runway to major fashion events.
Her mission is clear: to shatter conventional beauty standards while amplifying the visibility and representation of older Black women.
Through her story, you’ll learn how:
- Carolyn's boldness has turned heads and inspired countless women to embrace their personal style with self-assurance.
- her adventure began with a simple yet powerful decision—to refuse societal invisibility post-retirement and channel her vivacious spirit into the world of high-end fashion.
- her efforts highlight the significant influence and spending power of women over 50.
- she's on a mission not only to redefine beauty but to awaken industries to the untapped potential and vibrancy of older generations.
But it isn’t just about fashion; Carolyn’s story reverberates with messages of wellness and vitality. From overcoming pandemic-related habits to kickboxing at 74, her commitment to health and joy is infectious.
Key Takeaways:
- Reinvention at Any Age: Carolyn’s journey proves it’s never too late to pursue new passions. 🌟
- Challenge Beauty Standards: She is actively working to broaden representation of older Black women in the fashion industry. ✊🏾
- Actionable Advice: “Name it and claim it,” start now, and don’t be afraid to tell others your goals. 🚀
With an unwavering belief in new beginnings, Carolyn Doelling is a beacon of empowerment, reminding us all to live boldly and dream big, regardless of age.
More about Carolyn:
- Follow her on Instagram
- Read her article in AARP's Sister Letter
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Are you ready to redefine what’s possible at any age? Dive into this “best-of” episode, where we revisit the inspiring journey of Mary Newell, a true embodiment of reinvention and resilience. At 55, Mary took her first steps into running, and at 74, she’s still going strong, challenging stereotypes about aging and athleticism. Discover how she transformed her life and how you can, too!
🔑 Key Points from Mary’s Journey:
- From Non-Athlete to Marathon Runner: Mary started running at 55 with no athletic background, proving it’s never too late to begin. She’s since completed marathons around the world! 🌍
- Finding Joy and Community: Running has brought Mary immense joy and a sense of belonging, connecting her with diverse communities globally. 💞
- Commitment to Consistency: Her routine emphasizes the importance of consistency, accountability, and a balanced approach to nutrition and rest. 🍏🛌
- Small Steps, Big Changes: Mary’s journey highlights the power of small steps in achieving personal goals and the transformative nature of self-care and mental preparation. 🏆
- Universal Connection through Running: Mary explores new cultures and cities through her races, illustrating running’s universal bond and the adventure it brings. 🌆
Join us as we celebrate Mary’s story—a testament to the power of perseverance and passion. This episode is one of our most popular for a reason! Don’t miss the chance to be inspired by Mary’s wisdom and vitality.
Listen now and discover how you, too, can embark on your reinvention journey!
Bonus: Stay tuned for Mary’s anticipated return to the podcast in season 7.
Mentioned in this episode:
The Ageless Traveler Podcast: Discover the ultimate resource for breaking barriers to lifelong travel. It brings you the know-how and inspiration to explore enticing destinations, enjoy luxury travel for less, plan grandparent and solo adventures, and embrace cultural and culinary experiences. Each episode connects you with experts and innovators who make travel easy and accessible at any age. 🎙️✨
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Join us for a heartfelt celebration of midlife reinvention, as we wrap up season six of the Reinvention Rebels podcast with inspiring stories of women who have boldly redefined their lives in midlife and beyond.
We're revisiting the empowering journeys of remarkable individuals like Mimi Ison, who challenges ageist stereotypes in relatable ways, and Kim Duff Selby, who fearlessly launched a new career in commercials in her mid-60s. These stories remind us that our potential is limitless, regardless of age.
As we highlight Bettina Peets and her outdoor adventure company fostering midlife self-worth, and Guler Cortis with her Sexy at 60 show, you'll find yourself inspired by the vibrant possibilities that aging can bring. Through these stories, we learn the importance of embracing our current stage in life with confidence and courage.
Throughout this special episode, we explore themes of resilience, self-discovery, and the power of owning our awesome in midlife and beyond. It's a walk down memory lane with our season 6 guests - all inspiring, all powerful, all who have stepped into their own.
Hear from Dixie Lincoln Nichols, who empowers menopausal women to bet on themselves, and Kate Wells, a hormone expert on a mission to help reignite sexual desire during menopause. Angie Litvinoff encourages us to celebrate ourselves, while Wendy Hutchinson shares insights on reimagining midlife friendships. And this is just scratching the surface of my amazing guests.
This episode serves as a powerful reminder that reinvention has no limits, and we can all embrace new adventures and shine our light in the world. Join us as we continue this journey of inspiration and self-discovery together.
After listening, I invite you to listen to each of these guest's full reinvention stories on reinventionrebels.com.
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🎧 Welcome to 2025: Your Year of Bold Breakthroughs!
Happy New Year, Rebels! It’s 2025, and there’s no better time to embrace purpose, possibility, and bold breakthroughs. In this episode, I’m inviting you to kickstart your reinvention journey with three simple but powerful steps to transform your life this year.
🌟 Here’s what I’m sharing:
- The power of reflection to spark clarity and reignite your dreams.
- How starting small can lead to extraordinary reinventions, like Angel Cornelius turning her kitchen hobby into a national beauty brand.
- The importance of building your reinvention squad to support and uplift you.
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🎙️ Ready for more inspiration?
Dive into my eight-part audio series, Midlife Reinvention from the Inside Out, and create your personalized roadmap for reinvention in 2025. Eight engaging audios and an accompanying workbook will help you tune look within for the answers to what's next. You are full of wisdom - I help you tease it out!
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If you found these insights helpful, why not brighten someone else’s day? Forward this episode to a friend (or two!) who’s ready to step boldly into their next chapter. Let’s create a ripple effect of reinvention together!
✨ Remember, Rebels: The world needs your light. Keep shining!Mentioned in this episode:Want more inspiration as you navigate midlife and think about reinvention? Check out my friend Bev Glazer’s podcast, Aging with Purpose and Passion. It’s another incredible resource for women over 50 looking to thrive in this chapter of life.
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Can setting boundaries during the holiday season lead to a more joyful experience for you and your loved ones?
In our latest episode, we tackle the often-overlooked importance of establishing healthy boundaries to prioritize self-care amidst the holiday hustle. Inspired by a conversation with the insightful Dr. Sheryl Barnes, we explore the concept of micro joy—discovering happiness in small, everyday moments.
By sharing stories of courageous women who have reinvented their lives through self-care, we offer practical tips and inspiration for personal transformation at any stage of life, ensuring you remain present and savor the moments that truly matter.
Join us as we discuss the power of intentional communication and setting clear expectations with friends, family, and coworkers during the festive season. We highlight how identifying the feelings you want to carry through and beyond the holidays can guide you to make conscious choices that enhance your celebrations.
Through open conversations, we can uncover creative solutions and forge new traditions, reducing stress and amplifying joy. Share this episode with anyone who could benefit from support in nurturing themselves and setting boundaries, because everyone deserves a season filled with peace and happiness.
Remember, your unique light is needed in the world, especially during this time of togetherness.
Podcast Recommendation: Looking for inspiration about how to thrive as you age? Want well-aging fitness tips? Listen to The Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast with hosts Chris and Jill.
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The holidays are upon us which usually means too much stress and not enough self-care. Make this the year you reinvent the holidays and welcome in more peace and being present. Listen to this inspiring episode to help you reimagine what's possible.
Episode Highlights:
- Prioritizing Self-Care 🌟: Dive into the importance of self-care, especially during the busy holiday season. Discover how to nurture yourself amidst the chaos.
- Meet Dr. Sheryl Barnes 🧘♀️: Learn from a self-care expert who shares her journey of embracing self-care and finding “micro joy” in everyday moments.
- Micro Joy Explained 🎈: Understand the power of finding happiness in small, daily experiences instead of waiting for major events.
- Personal Reinvention in Your 60s 🔄: Explore the idea of reinventing yourself and living life to the fullest, regardless of age.
- Self-Care for Women 💪: Gain insights into the challenges women face managing multiple responsibilities and how self-care can empower them.
- Yoga and Spirituality 🧘♂️: Discover how yoga, particularly restorative yoga, and meditation can promote emotional health and spirituality.
- Mindfulness Practices 📝: Learn how journaling, yoga, and setting boundaries can enhance your daily life and foster well-being.
- The Art of Focus 🎯: Contrast multitasking with focused attention to appreciate everyday experiences more fully.
- Achieving Flow Through Self-Care 🌊: Explore how self-care routines and stress-reducing products can help you reach a state of flow.
Tune in to embrace a life filled with joy and self-care, one micro moment at a time! 🎙️💖
Connect with Dr. Sheryl:
Website: sherylbarnes.com
Instagram: @drbarnes
LinkedIn: Dr. Sheryl L. W. Barnes
Mentioned in this episode:
Magic Mind: Give Magic Mind mental performance shots a try. Go to magicmind.com/rebels to save up to 40% off of your first subscription or 20% off a one-time order. Use code REBELS20 at checkout.
Podcast Recommendation: Looking for inspiration about how to thrive as you age? Want well-aging fitness tips? Listen to The Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast with hosts Chris and Jill.
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What if you could completely transform your life at any stage?
Find inspiration from my guest, Tricky Miki, a remarkable filmmaker, DJ, producer, and entrepreneur who has fearlessly danced through diverse realms of the entertainment industry. Miki's story is not just one of career shifts; it's a testament to the power of embracing life's narratives over material possessions.
Her journey from opening a bar in Brooklyn to creating the eye-opening documentary "Born into Porn" highlights the profound impact of living boldly and unapologetically, encouraging us to rewrite our own stories with courage and curiosity.
Join us as we:
- unpack the vital themes of reinvention and self-belief, guided by Miki's experiences since 2010.
- underscore the importance of embracing failure and success alike, as stepping stones to true happiness and fulfillment.
- learn how taking a chance on yourself can lead to liberation, new passions, and a more meaningful life.
- explore the importance of setting boundaries, prioritizing self-care, and nurturing our varied interests as "multi-potentialites."
Thank you for joining us on this enlightening episode of “Reinvention Rebels.” I hope Miki’s journey inspires you to dream big, embrace your passions, and explore your potential for reinvention.
Connect with Tricky Miki:
Instagram: @the_only_tricky_miki
Mentioned in this episode:
Magic Mind: Give Magic Mind mental performance shots a try. Go to magicmind.com/rebels to save up to 40% off of your first subscription or 20% off a one-time order. Use code REBELS20 at checkout.
How to reinvent in midlife:🎁Download my free gift, 100 Ways to Reinvent in Midlife. Let's get started on your next reinvention!
Podcast Recommendation: Looking for inspiration about how to thrive as you age? Listen to The Fit Strong Women Over 50 podcast with hosts Chris and Jill.
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🎙️In this special Thanksgiving episode of Reinvention Rebels, we dive into how gratitude can be a powerful ally in facing midlife challenges. Let’s unlock joy and growth together and kick midlife stuckness to the curb!
🌟 Key Highlights:
- Gratitude and Midlife Struggles: Discover how being thankful can help you tackle self-doubt, fear of failure, and concerns about others’ opinions. Gratitude can be your guide to a more fulfilling reinvention journey.
- Failures as Stepping Stones: Learn why failures aren’t setbacks but valuable lessons. I share how my own failed experiences, like those as a health coach, led to creating this podcast. Embrace failures as opportunities for growth! 🚀
- Wisdom and Resilience: With age comes wisdom! Explore how accumulated experiences boost your confidence and resilience, paving the way for reinvention.
- Support Systems Matter: Celebrate the power of supportive relationships. My good friend Wendy, and namesake, is one of those people. We all need mutual encouragement in midlife to help us get unstuck. 🤝
- Resources for Reinvention: Get inspired with resources like “100 Ways to Reinvent in Midlife.” These tools can help you find purpose and chart your path forward.
- Reflect on Gratitude: I invite you to reflect on personal gratitude. What are you thankful for? Your insights might just open up new possibilities for growth. Follow the journal prompts to explore how gratitude can help you get unstuck in midlife.
Join me for a journey of gratitude and reinvention. Listen now and take the first step toward a more fulfilling midlife adventure and say goodbye to midlife stuckness! 🎧
Mentioned in the Episode:
Prior episode: Cultivating Midlife Friendships: How to Create Joyful, Authentic Connections with Wendy Hutchinson
How to get unstuck in midlife:🎁Download my free gift, 100 Ways to Reinvent in Midlife. Kickstart your reinvention with 100 ways to overcome midlife stuckness and find midlife joy and purpose.
Podcast Recommendation: What am I listening to these days? Women over 70: Aging Reimagined. Inspiring stories of women who have reinvented after 70. It's like a cousin of the Reinvention Rebels podcast. 😊
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Today, we delve into the transformative journey of midlife friendships, exploring how these connections can enrich our lives as we grow and evolve.
Years ago, I met Wendy Hutchinson online, a chance encounter that blossomed into a cherished friendship. Her journey as a quantum soul healer and author has been nothing short of inspiring, and in the latest episode, we unravel the intricate dance of midlife friendships and how these connections can be a source of reinvention and joy.
Together, Wendy and I explore the serendipity of finding kindred spirits and the vital role intentional communication plays in cultivating these meaningful relationships.
Midlife is a time of transformation, and our bonds must evolve alongside us. Whether it's a spontaneous meeting in Texas or a reconnection with someone online, genuine interactions hold the power to redefine our sense of community and support.
We discuss:
- the necessity of setting boundaries
- reshaping our understanding of relationships
- the power of self-discovery and authenticity
- nurturing the connections that truly resonate with our personal growth journey
By honoring our personal journeys and building a supportive tribe, we can transform midlife into a period of new beginnings, where friendships illuminate the path to a more fulfilling life.
Connect with Wendy:
Website: alinealifecoaching.com
Instagram: @mamahutch47
Mentioned in the Episode:
Magic Mind: Give Magic Mind mental performance shots a try. Go to magicmind.com/rebels to save up to 40% off of your first subscription or 20% off a one-time order. Use code REBELS20 at checkout.
Prior episode: Celebrating Midlife & Menopause Transitions: Rediscovering Self Through Women’s Empowerment Ceremonies with Angie Litvinoff
Podcast Recommendation: Looking for inspiration about how to thrive as you age? Listen to Boomer Banter: Real Talk about Aging Well with Wendy Green.
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Episode Summary
What if you could redefine midlife as a time of empowerment, authenticity, and purpose? This episode promises to inspire and enlighten as we explore the transformative potential of menopause and midlife reinvention.
Join us as we welcome the wise and spirited Angie Litvinoff, an expert in mind-body-spirit medicine, who shares her profound journey of discovering joy and intention amidst life's challenges. Her story of transformation at 50, catalyzed by a health scare, is a testament to the power of aligning with one's true desires and speaking one's truth.
Discover the tools and narratives that empower women to step out of societal expectations and embrace who they truly are:
- the importance of self-discovery, shedding survival mode, and cultivating inner wisdom through community.
- how embracing vulnerability can lead to profound personal growth and how ceremonies and rituals can honor these significant life transitions.
- why we need supportive communities where women can share experiences, wisdom, and inspiration across generations.
- actionable steps for self-discovery and personal growth, including how to learn to trust ourselves.
Ready to embrace reinvention and empowerment with courage and optimism? Learn how creating space for stillness and reflection can nurture self-empowerment.
Thank you for joining us on this inspiring journey with Angie Litvinoff! We hope her story empowers you to own your awesome and embrace your own path of reinvention. If you found this episode enlightening, please share it with a friend who could use some inspiration.
Connect with Angie:
Website: angielitvinoff.com
Instagram: @angie_the_medicine_woman
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Free Gift: Download my free guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife, to kickstart your midlife reinvention ideas.
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Welcome to this transformative episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast! As we celebrate World Menopause Day on October 18 and recognize October as Menopause Month, we delve into the empowering potential of menopause.
Discover the empowering journey of navigating menopause with grace, ease, and joy as we challenge the often-negative narratives surrounding this natural phase of life.
I'm fresh from the vibrant Life in the Pause Festival in New York City, an event that reimagines menopause, curated by my inspiring friends Monique Cupid and Dixie Lincoln-Nichols.
In this episode we:
- Delve into the transformative experiences of Black women, highlighting how menopause can evolve into a powerful and joyful journey rather than a struggle.
- Offer insights, resources, and encouragement to reinvent your menopausal experience through community and connection - whether you're just noticing perimenopausal symptoms or are post-menopausal,
- Underscore the importance of being proactive and informed, advocating for yourself through conversations with friends, colleagues, and healthcare providers.
- Discover why hormone level testing and finding tailored solutions for symptoms are crucial, and how the "I Didn't Give Up" (IDG) award can symbolize your perseverance.
- Embrace the endless opportunities for reinvention that midlife presents, We can approach this life phase with empowerment and enthusiasm, not dread and anxiety.
Mentioned in the Episode:
Free Gift: Ready to think differently and enthusiastically about midlife reinvention? Menopause ushers in new possibilities for growth. Download my free guide, 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife, to kickstart your midlife reinvention ideas.
Magic Mind: Give Magic Mind mental performance shots a try. Go to magicmind.com/rebels to save up to 40% off of your first subscription or 20% off a one-time order. Use code REBELS20 at checkout.
Nnabi: Revolutionizing the way you experience perimenopause.
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🌟Welcome to another empowering episode of Reinvention Rebels, where we celebrate the journeys of bold and unapologetic women redefining their midlife and beyond. 🌟
This week, I’m thrilled to introduce Kate Wells, a trailblazer dedicated to improving the lives of midlife women through her work in menopause and sexual health. From her beginnings as a high school teacher to her success in business and integrative medicine, Kate’s story is a testament to the power of reinvention.
We explore:
- her journey and the founding of Parlor Games in 2020, and how her innovative products, such as hormone replacement therapies and a vaginal estriol cream, aim to bring joy and vitality to post-menopausal women.
- her inspiring reinvention story, highlighting her transition from teaching to becoming an expert in integrative medicine at the age of 62.
- the importance of understanding hormones, nutrition, and environmental factors for optimal health, and how her knowledge helped her navigate menopause with minimal symptoms.
- the concept of a "midlife menopausal toolkit" and the significance of personalized approaches to hormone supplementation.
- the fulfillment of living one's mission, the vitality of midlife women, and the importance of setting personal boundaries.
Tune in to hear Kate’s incredible journey and discover the myriad possibilities for joy, reinvention and fulfilling sex in midlife and on our menopausal journey!
Connect with Kate:
Website: https://www.parlor-games.com/
Instagram: @parlorgamesfun
Mentioned in this Episode:
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Previous Episode: Reinvention at 52: How I’m Empowering Midlife Women to Navigate Menopause Joyfully with Dixie Lincoln-Nichols
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In this episode, join me as I dive deep into the inspiring reinvention story of Dixie Lincoln Nichols. Dixie’s tale is one of self-care, courage, and the unwavering commitment to support women’s health during menopause. 🌟
Key Points from Dixie’s Reinvention Story:
- Self-Connection 🌿
- Dixie emphasizes the importance of connecting deeply with oneself. By listening to her inner voice, she discovered the answers within and started her journey towards personal growth and well-being.
- Pursuing Passions 🎨
- From her love of education to becoming a Qigong instructor, Dixie followed her passions, which played a crucial role in her reinvention. This dedication to what she loves has been instrumental in her transformative journey.
- Overcoming Fear with Faith 🌈
- Fear could have held Dixie back, but her faith propelled her forward. She believed in herself and her vision, demonstrating that courage and faith are essential for overcoming obstacles.
- Building a Supportive Community 🤝
- Moving from isolation to actively building connections, Dixie cultivated a community that supports and aligns with her goals. She highlights the importance of diverse relationships in personal development and thriving in midlife.
- Daily Practices and Healthcare Conversations 💬
- Dixie stresses the significance of daily health practices and open conversations with healthcare providers. These habits have helped her and others navigate perimenopause and post-menopause with confidence.
Throughout her reinvention, Dixie grew immensely by prioritizing herself and embracing personal transformation through the AAA framework—awareness, acceptance, and action.
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Website: dixielincolnnichols.com
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Life in the Pause Festival: lifeinthepause.com
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This week, we delve into the transformative journey of Monique Cupid, a passionate advocate for redefining midlife as a time of renewal and empowerment. Monique’s story is a testament to the power of community support and personal growth, particularly during the challenges of menopause.
Tune in to discover how Monique navigated her own midlife transition and emerged stronger, more creative, and deeply connected with herself and others. If you’re looking for inspiration and practical advice on embracing change, this episode is for you!
5 Key Points from Monique’s Reinvention Story:
- Community Support 🌺: Monique emphasizes the importance of community, particularly during menopause. She has found strength and solidarity through connecting with others, which has been crucial in her journey of reinvention.
- Personal Growth 🌱: Navigating midlife transitions, Monique has embraced personal growth, viewing setbacks as opportunities to learn and evolve. Her story shows that midlife can be a period of significant personal development.
- Creative Pursuits 🎨: After feeling stuck during the pandemic, Monique reignited her passion for performance by auditioning for a WNBA senior dance team. This step led to further creative endeavors, such as background acting, showcasing her willingness to explore new interests.
- Event Organization 🎉: Monique co-created the “Life in the Pause” festival, a groundbreaking event that celebrates midlife and menopause. The festival includes educational panels and fosters a sense of community, advocating for self-advocacy in medical and workplace settings.
- Embracing Change 🔄: Monique champions the idea of playfulness in reinvention and being open to trying new things. Her journey underscores the importance of adaptability and viewing midlife as a time to embrace new challenges and opportunities.
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Unlock the secrets to successful reinvention with our incredible guest Antionette Blake, a multi-award-winning Delaware blogger and social media strategist who transformed her career in her 60s.
Discover how she turned career setbacks into a thriving entrepreneurial venture and why embracing your unique strengths can lead to unparalleled success. Let Antionette's story inspire you to recognize your worth and seize new opportunities, no matter your age.
Antionette shares her journey from being laid off twice to becoming a full-time entrepreneur, detailing the pivotal moments that shaped her path. Learn how her passion for writing and connecting with women led to the creation of her first blog and eventually her successful business, A Blake Enterprises. Antionette's narrative is packed with actionable insights on overcoming fear, embracing change, and turning passion into profit—lessons that are particularly relevant for those navigating midlife career changes.
Get ready to be motivated by the concept of "owning your awesome" as we delve into strategies for uncovering your true potential and embracing your journey with enthusiasm. We'll explore the importance of self-care, mental wellness, and loving what you do. From practical ideas to inspiring anecdotes, this episode is a treasure trove of wisdom for anyone looking to reinvent themselves and shine their light brightly in the world.
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Have you ever wondered what hidden strength could guide you through the rollercoaster of midlife changes? Explore the captivating concept of a midlife reinvention superpower on this episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast.
Join us as we uncover how identifying your unique superpower can help you tackle the myriad challenges of midlife, from aging parents and menopause to career shifts and empty nest syndrome.
We'll dive into actionable strategies to pinpoint your strengths, empowering you to navigate this transformative period with newfound confidence and purpose.
Meet three extraordinary women—Diane, Bettina, and Nina—who have harnessed their midlife reinvention superpowers to reshape their lives. Their journeys of determination, mental toughness, and courage demonstrate how self-reflection, journaling, and seeking feedback can unveil these hidden gems.
You can uncover your reinvention superpower too! Learn how to spend just a few minutes each day reflecting on your strengths and gathering insights from trusted individuals to fuel your own midlife reinvention journey.
Plus, your support matters—leave a review on Apple Podcasts to help us grow our community of shining Reinvention Rebels. Tune in and discover how to make the most out of your midlife transformation!
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Today, we’re diving deep into the transformative journey of Nina Zapala, who has redefined the Myers-Briggs personality typing system through a spiritual lens.
Key Points:
- ✨ Embracing Imperfection: Nina’s journey underscores the importance of accepting one’s flaws and mistakes as a crucial step towards personal growth.
- 🌱 Personal Growth Through Crisis: Facing a significant life crisis, Nina found her true calling. Her experience highlights how breakdowns can lead to profound breakthroughs and a renewed sense of purpose.
- 🔮 Spiritual Approach to Myers-Briggs: Nina has revolutionized the traditional Myers-Briggs personality typing by adding a spiritual dimension, offering deeper insights into understanding oneself.
- 🎨 Authentic Self-Expression: Through introspection and self-awareness, Nina encourages us to embrace our authentic selves, leading to a more fulfilling and joyful life.
- 📚 Unpacking Your Personality: Nina’s book, “Unpack Your Personality: Let Your Inner Guide Be Your Travel Guide,” provides a unique perspective on how Myers-Briggs can help you align with your true self, fostering both personal and spiritual growth.
Throughout this episode, Nina shares how her own journey of self-discovery has been enriched by travel, introspection, and embracing her ENFP personality traits. Her story is a testament to the power of listening to your inner voice and following your authentic path.
Connect with Nina:
Website: ninazapala.com
Instagram:@ninazapala
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast! Today we dive deep into the transformative journey of Diane Givens, a 77-year-old powerhouse of resilience and reinvention.
Diane’s story is a compelling testament to the strength and determination it takes to navigate life’s challenges and come out stronger on the other side. We’ll explore how she turned her life around following a devastating car accident and the loss of her husband, and how she continues to inspire us all to “own our awesome.”
Key Points from Diane’s Story
- Resilient Recovery 🛠️ - Diane’s journey of bouncing back after a severe car accident demonstrates her remarkable resilience and tenacity.
- Embracing New Passions 🌟 - At 77, Diane didn’t shy away from trying new activities like candle making, proving that age is just a number when it comes to pursuing new interests.
- Advocacy for Knowledge Sharing 📚 - Diane believes in the power of sharing wisdom and experiences, and actively encourages others to do the same, fostering a community of continuous learning.
- Family Focused ❤️ - Spending quality time with her family is a cornerstone of Diane’s reinvention, emphasizing the importance of close-knit relationships in personal growth.
- Perpetual Explorer 🌍 - Diane’s spirit of exploration never wanes; she continually seeks out new experiences and adventures, embodying the idea that life is a constant journey of discovery.
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I’m beyond excited to share with you this week’s extraordinary episode, featuring the remarkable Sharon Kelly Hake, co-founder and president of Great Dames Inc. Sharon reinvented herself in her early 50s. At 67, she continues to reinvent in new ways.
Episode Highlights:
- A Journey of Transformation: Sharon shares her incredible transition from a bustling corporate career to establishing Great Dames, an organization dedicated to empowering women through dynamic leadership programs.
- Empowering Connections: Discover how Great Dames focuses on fostering meaningful connections and support among women. Sharon passionately explains the significance of community-building and how these relationships help women thrive and achieve their dreams. 💖
- Mentorship Magic: We delve into the vital role of mentorship in enabling women to reach their full potential.
- Tools for Self-Discovery: Learn about the Great Dames Discovery Tool, a fantastic resource for identifying personal strengths and crafting unique purpose statements. 🛠️💡
- Inspiring Initiatives: From Great Dames Circle Meetings to the Remarkable Ideas program, this episode covers the numerous initiatives designed to encourage women to share their goals, receive feedback, and make impactful changes in their communities.
Grab your favorite beverage and tune in to this week’s episode! 🎧
Connect with Sharon:
Great Dames Website: greatdames.com
Book: Great Dames - Women Sharing Their Power
Instagram: @smkhake
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Reinvention Rebels Podcast: Transforming Lives After 50 🎙️✨
Welcome to the Reinvention Rebels podcast, where we celebrate women aged 50 to 90 who have transformed their lives in bold, remarkable and empowering ways.
This episode features an inspiring conversation with creativity coach and artist Sharon Burton. Tune in to hear about her incredible reinvention journey from art curation to coaching, and how she overcame health challenges to pursue her passion. 🌟
Key Points:
- Sharon Burton’s Reinvention Journey: From art curator to creativity coach 🎨➡️🧠
- Facing Health Challenges: Overcoming obstacles and reinventing oneself 💪
- Finding Alignment: Discovering passion and stillness in creativity 🧘♀️
- Overcoming Self-Doubt: Embracing risks and new challenges 🚀
- Midlife Creativity: Sharon’s new book release 📚
- Stepping Out of Comfort Zones: Rediscovering passions and pursuing dreams ✨
- Social Interactions: Importance of connecting with others 🤝
- Reading Energy: Understanding and harnessing personal energy 🌟
- Journaling with Morning Pages: Unlocking creativity through writing ✍️
- Affirmations: Shaping reality with positive self-talk 🗣️
- Recognizing Strengths: Embracing and owning your unique talents 🌟
- Seeking Feedback: Expanding self-perception through others’ insights 🔍
Join us as we delve into Sharon’s non-linear reinvention process, offering tools for creativity and empowerment. She reminds us that there’s no one way to reinvent ourselves. We’re each on our own journey, awakening to our unique gifts along the way.
This episode is packed with inspiration for women looking to transform their lives at any age. Whether you’re looking to overcome self-doubt, find your passion, or embrace new challenges, Sharon’s story will inspire you to take the first step on your own transformative journey.
Connect with Sharon:
Website: sparkyourcreative.com (find her book here - Creative Sparks)
Instagram: @sparkyourcreative
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🎉 Episode 100 Celebration: Cheers to Reinvention! 🎉
Welcome to the 101st episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast, celebrating 100! Thank you for joining us on this incredible journey of uplifting midlife and older women. Today, we celebrate not just a milestone, but the amazing stories of persistence, dreams, and courage that have defined our show.
✨ Three Key Themes of Reinvention Rebels:100 episodes strong and what I know for sure is that the fierce women I interview possess the following qualities to have paved the road to their reinvention success.
- Persistence and Resilience 💪
- Kelley Norcia transitioned from teaching to full-time photography at 53, proving that it’s never too late to pursue a new passion and turn it into a flourishing career. But not without a lot of hard work, planning her teaching exit strategy and bouncing back from setbacks.
- Reinvention Rebels keep going, no matter the challenges. They are unstoppable!
- Prioritizing Dreams 🌟
- Natalie Wester retired in Portugal, making her dream a reality at 62. How'd she do it? Years of planning, saving, downsizing and keeping her eyes on the prize.
- She shows us the importance of putting our dreams first and making them come true.
- Overcoming Fears 🚀
- Angel Cornelius launched a national beauty brand at 56, breaking stereotypes and stepping into her power.
- Reinvention Rebels face their fears head-on, redefining what’s possible at any age.
These are a few examples of the amazing women who have graced me with their presence in 100 episodes. They all have an extraordinary story to share.
I am so grateful for the opportunity to share these stories and celebrate the fierce, unapologetic women who are rewriting their narratives. This podcast is a testament to the power of continuous growth and the belief that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself.
Thank you for being part of this amazing community and for celebrating 100 episodes with us. Let’s continue to inspire each other to explore new possibilities and share these stories with the world.
🎧 Tune in to be inspired, and let’s keep the reinvention journey going strong! Share this episode to inspire other midlife women on their paths to reinvention.
Thank you for listening and celebrating the amazing women of Reinvention Rebels! 🌸
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Welcome to this empowering episode of Reinvention Rebels, where we dive deep into the heart of self-belief, acceptance, and the art of personal reinvention, especially for the incredible midlife women out there. 🚀
We're celebrating 100 episodes, thank you for listening!! 🎧
👉 Key Takeaways:
- 🦋 Self-Belief & Acceptance: Discover how embracing your true self is the first step toward transformation.
- 🎤 Tanja Shaw’s Story: Be inspired by Tanja’s courageous decision to remove her breast implants, sparking a conversation about body acceptance and challenging societal norms. 🚫👀
- 💪 Body Image & Self-Care: We tackle the tough topics of weight loss, societal pressures, and finding joy in internal happiness rather than external validation. 🌸
- 📱 Positive Social Media: Learn how to curate your social feed to boost your mental health and promote body positivity. ✨
- 🔄 Mindset Shifts in Midlife: It’s all about starting with respect for your body, incorporating gratitude, and engaging in positive self-talk daily. 🧠💖
- 🚶♀️ Small Steps, Big Changes: Embrace the beauty of taking small steps towards loving and caring for your body. Every little bit counts! 🌱
- 🥗 Holistic Health Coaching: Uncover the benefits of functional health coaching and how it supports not just weight loss but a comprehensive approach to well-being. 🌟
- ❌ Overcoming Negative Self-Talk: Say goodbye to the inner critic and hello to improved sleep habits and a boost in confidence. 💤🔥
- 📈 Continuous Growth: Stay motivated for self-improvement, personal growth, and the unending journey of self-love and acceptance. 🚀
- ✨ Redefining ‘Enough’: Learn how to set your own standards, move beyond self-limiting beliefs, and truly embrace your path of self-discovery and transformation. 🌈
🎧 Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:
If you’re a midlife woman navigating the complex journey of self-reinvention, this episode offers light and guidance. Whether you’re struggling with body image, societal pressures, or just seeking ways to improve your relationship with yourself, we’ve got you covered.
From Tanja’s inspiring reinvention story to practical tips on fostering a healthier mindset, this episode is full of insights and actionable advice. Join us as we explore how to break free from the chains of societal expectations and embark on a fulfilling journey of self-acceptance and reinvention. 🌟
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Ready to dive into an incredible episode that’s all about embracing the power of self-love and the magic of reinvention, especially for women between 50 to 90? Listen in for an inspiring journey that will light up your soul and guide you towards more joy, possibility, and midlife courage.
👩🏾 Meet Regina Young: At 60, Regina has flipped the script on what it means to thrive in midlife. She’s the voice behind the uplifting “Tea Time Midlife Edition” podcast, where she explores new horizons, proving it’s never too late to pursue your passions.
🔑 Key Takeaways:
- 💖 Self-Love: Discover why loving yourself is the cornerstone of a vibrant, second act.
- 🌱 Reinvention: Learn how transformation isn’t just possible; it’s essential for growth.
- 🧠 Curiosity & Openness: Find out how staying curious can unlock doors to new adventures.
- ✨ Grace & Support: See how embracing grace and seeking support can propel you forward.
- 🎢 Risk-Taking: Hear why stepping out of your comfort zone can lead to unexpected joys.
- 🛁 Self-Care: Uncover the importance of nurturing your body and soul for overall well-being.
Why You Can’t Miss This Episode:
- 📖 Inspiring Stories: Regina Young’s journey from embracing change to becoming a celebrated podcaster is just the beginning. Her story, along with others, will inspire you to chase after your dreams with a heart full of courage.
- 🔄 Continuous Learning: It’s all about evolving. This episode shines a light on the power of lifelong learning and making choices that align with your deepest desires.
- 🌺 Living Without Regrets: We’re talking about crafting a life that’s true to you, filled with moments of joy, learning, and an abundance of self-love.
🎧 Tune In If:
You’re a woman anywhere between 50 and 90 (or just fascinated by the rich experiences of midlife), and you’re eager to:
- Reinvent yourself and discover new passions.
- Cultivate a mindset geared towards growth and positivity.
- Embrace the beauty of aging with excitement and grace.
Mentioned in this episode: Midlife Magnificence: Own Your Awesome and Embrace Your Reinvention Journey
Connect with Regina:
Instagram: @teatimemidlifeedition
TeaTime Midlife Edition Podcast
TeaTime Midlife Edition Facebook Group
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Hey, amazing listeners! It’s Wendy here, your guide and fellow traveler on this exciting journey of self-reinvention and empowerment for women in midlife and beyond.
This season, we’re diving deep into what it means to “Own Your Awesome,” and I’ve been so inspired by the incredible stories of transformation from our guests - Mimi Ison, Kim Selby, Bettina Peets, and Guler Cortis. They’ve opened up about their personal paths to greatness, and I can’t wait for you to discover how you can do the same.
In our discussions, we’ve uncovered three key themes that are central to embracing and owning your awesomeness:
- 🌟 Taking Center Stage - Acknowledging your personal achievements and growth. It’s your time to shine and recognize how far you’ve come!
- 💬 Speaking Your Truth - Embracing authentic self-expression and vulnerability. There’s power in sharing your story and living your truth.
- 🛡️ Standing in Your Power - Setting boundaries and confidently expressing your needs. Remember, it’s not just okay to prioritize yourself; it’s essential.
Through hosting Reinvention Rebels and connecting with so many inspiring women, I’ve been on my own journey of self-discovery. I’ve learned the importance of honesty, introspection, and self-care, and I’m so excited to share these insights with you.
This podcast is more than just a series of conversations; it’s an invitation to explore your own path to awesomeness. Whether you’re looking for inspiration, guidance, or just a reminder of your own greatness, Reinvention Rebels is here for you.
📚 And guess what? I’ve put together a free guide to help you on your journey of self-exploration. It’s packed with tips, exercises, and reflections to help you own your awesome at any stage of life.
So, what are you waiting for? Dive into this season of Reinvention Rebels, get inspired, and start your journey of empowerment today. And don’t forget to download your free guide to help you along the way!
💌 Stay connected! We love hearing from you. Share your stories of reinvention, ask questions, or suggest topics for upcoming episodes by emailing us. Let’s keep this conversation going.
Tune in, get inspired, and let’s own our awesome together!
Download your free guide now and start your journey of self-exploration and reinvention.
Until next time, keep shining bright, rebels! ✨
Mentioned in this Episode: Path of Me Podcast with Wendy Hutchinson
Midlife women ready to reinvent themselves start with being curious about what's possible. Download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey to get started today.
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Hey there, it’s Wendy Battles, and I’m thrilled you’re joining us on this journey of empowerment and transformation. Here’s what you can expect from our latest episode that’s all about overcoming fear, embracing change, and the beauty of reinvention at any age.
👵 Spotlight Story: Guler Cortis - From Corporate to “Sexy at 60” 👵
- At 61, Guler took a leap of faith during the pandemic, leaving her corporate life in London behind.
- She launched a YouTube series, “Sexy at 60,” from North Yorkshire, embracing her passion and redefining societal norms.
- Guler’s journey is a testament to the power of self-belief and the magic of starting anew.
💡 Key Takeaways: 💡
- Embrace Risk: Stepping into the unknown can lead to remarkable transformations. 🌟
- Stay Open & Positive: Life’s possibilities expand with a positive mindset and openness to new opportunities. 🌈
- Believe in the Power of You: Trusting in yourself is the first step towards unlocking your potential. 🔑
- Curiosity Leads to Growth: Cultivate a curious mind to fuel your journey of self-discovery and reinvention. 🌱
- Family & Culture: Understand the role of your roots in shaping your willingness to embrace change. 🌍
- Balance is Key: Navigating between personal growth and responsibilities is crucial for harmony. ⚖️
- Value Experiences: Life is enriched by experiences, not material possessions. 🎁
- Community & Support: Don’t be afraid to seek support and empower others along your journey. 👭
🚀 Why Listen? 🚀
- Get inspired by stories of women aged 50 to 90 who’ve transformed their lives.
- Discover the joy and empowerment that comes from personal reinvention.
- Learn practical tips on overcoming fear, taking risks, and embracing your age with positivity.
- Join a community that celebrates the courage, beauty, and wisdom of aging.
Remember, it’s never too late to reinvent yourself and share your unique gifts with the world. Let’s do this! 💪
Mentioned in this Episode:Reinventing My 50s: From Midlife Crisis to Midlife Courage with Bettina Peets
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Connect with Guler:
LinkedIn: @GulerCortis
Sexy at Sixty YouTube Series
Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
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In this inspiring episode, I speak with Bettina Peets about her transformative reinvention journey from midlife crisis to midlife courage. Through the creation of Adventures For the Soul in her 50s, Bettina exemplifies how embracing change and leveraging our passions can lead to a bold and kickass new chapter. It's a journey from self-doubt to self-discovery.
Episode highlights:
🥰 Self-Worth and Midlife Reinvention: We delve into the challenges Bettina faced, and how she recognized her own self-worth to ignite her midlife reinvention.
🔥From Exhaustion to Empowerment: Bettina shares how she moved beyond burnout to build a company that helps other women find rejuvenation and empowerment through outdoor retreats.
🌱 The Healing Power of Nature: Bettina’s story underscores the role of hiking and the outdoors in her own transformation, and we discuss the broader impact of nature on personal growth and healing.
💝 Turning Passion into Purpose: The journey of how a love for the outdoors fueled her reinvention, one that has evolved into a thriving business.
💪🏾 Inner Strength and Wisdom: Bettina’s experiences reflect the significance of drawing upon her inner resources to navigate life’s challenges.
🧘🏾♀️Creating Equal Space: We discuss the need for safe spaces where women can share their stories, be vulnerable, and embark on journeys of self-discovery without judgment.
Bettina’s story is the story of so many of us on a reinvention journey. It often starts with our fears and limiting beliefs. But when we move past them, as she illustrates, there are endless opportunities for us to thrive in midlife beyond our wildest dreams.
I can’t wait for you to listen to this beautiful and empowering episode. Let’s get inspired to keep going on our midlife reinvention journey!
Connect with Bettina:
Website: adventuresforthesoul.org
Email: bettina@adventuresforthesoul.org
Instagram: @adventures_for_the_soul
TikTok: @adventures_for_the_soul
Facebook: Adventures for the Soul
Mentioned in this Episode: My Midlife Reinvention in Spain: From Academia to the Oprah of Menopause with Lori Tharps
Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
Midlife women ready to reinvent themselves start with being curious about what's possible. Download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey to get started today.
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Welcome to another inspiring episode where we dive into the heart of transformation and empowerment for midlife and older women ready to reinvent themselves. In today’s show, Wendy welcomes 67-year young Kim Duff Selby, a podcast host, speaker and inspirer who has reinvented herself in powerful ways.
Main Themes:
- Empowerment & Reinvention for Women Aged 50-90: Wendy and Kim discuss the revolutionary idea that women can reinvent themselves at any age, breaking through the barriers of ageist stereotypes.
- Self-Affirmation & Resilience: Kim shares insights on the importance of maintaining positivity and leveraging inner wisdom.
- Supportive Communities & Overcoming Adversity: They emphasize the critical role of finding and fostering communities that support women’s journeys of transformation and resilience.
- Media Evolution & Challenging Ageism: The conversation turns to the changing portrayal of older individuals in media and how this impacts public perception.
- The Realities of Rejection in Acting: Wendy and Kim touch on the personal struggles with rejection, particularly in the acting world, and how to cope with such experiences based on Kim's work in commercials.
- Authenticity, Self-Acceptance & Joy: Exploration of the value of being true to oneself, accepting who you are, and finding joy in the journey of personal transformation.
- Introspection & Seeking Help: The guests encourage introspection and stress the importance of reaching out for support when navigating the path of reinvention.
Key Takeaways:
- Embrace who you are at any age and celebrate the opportunity for growth and transformation.
- Understand the significance of resilience and how it can be bolstered by supportive communities.
- Realize the impact of representation in media and strive for authenticity in every aspect of life.
- Recognize the small, incremental steps toward pursuing passions can lead to profound changes.
- Accept that it’s okay to ask for help on your journey and that doing so can be a sign of strength.
Mentioned in this episode: Midlife Reinvention at 60: Challenging Ageist Stereotypes, Creating Community, and Cultivating Joy with Mimi Ison
Connect with Kim Duff Selby:
Website: kimduffselby.com
Instagram: @kimduffselby
TikTok: @kimduffselby
Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
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Join me in the first episode of Season 6 - Own Your Awesome - as we explore the transformative power of midlife reinvention and the journey to embrace age positivity with my guest Mimi Ison.
At 60. Mimi, is a beacon of the pro-age movement and shares her personal narrative of breaking free from ageist stereotypes.
At 50, significant life events became the catalyst for a remarkable life overhaul. Mimi shares her shift from a caffeine-fueled existence to a world of wellness, cooking, and regular exercise, all while educating herself on the nuances of midlife transitions like perimenopause and menopause.
Her story is a testament to the profound impact of mindset and the potential for a fulfilling second act, underscoring the necessity for proactivity and self-care as we navigate the complexities of middle age.
You'll hear:
✳️How she overcame analysis paralysis and the fear of imperfection that can stall us from taking action.
✳️ How taking a kickboxing class has created a decade-long journey of strength, joy and self-improvement.
✳️ What she wants to be able to do physically when she's 80 (it's so inspiring!!).
✳️ Why taking imperfect action can lead to growth and unforeseen opportunities.
✳️ How we can use people we admire to motivate us (instead of feeling jealous of them).
✳️ How Mimi has built resilience and community during midlife (and you can too!).
We had an amazing conversation that is full of wisdom and insight about how we can navigate midlife on our terms and grow into who we truly want to be.
Tune in for our discussion that celebrates the collective journey of midlife transformation and the joy of continuous growth!
Connect with Mimi:
Blog: heymiddleage.com
Instagram: @heymiddleage
Threads: @heymiddleage
Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
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Join me, Wendy Battles, on a journey through the inspiring lives of audacious women aged 50 to 90 who've reinvented themselves in the most empowering ways.
These Reinvention Rebels are here to light the path of transformation with their stories of embracing new purposes and possibilities in midlife and beyond.
This season's theme, Own Your Awesome, is all about confidently pursuing your dreams and stepping into your greatness with each bold move.
Listen in as women like Mimi and Bettina showcase their remarkable shifts, from a life of stress to one of fitness inspiration, and from personal upheaval to founding an adventure company that empowers women to rise stronger.
Each episode is a masterclass in courage and self-belief. You’ll also hear from Kim, who at 66 is living her dream of acting in commercials, exemplifying that age is just a number when it comes to following your heart.
These guests not only share their triumphs but also the hurdles they've overcome, offering a powerful reminder that your unique journey to owning your awesome is entirely possible.
Tune in to discover how these women have harnessed their inner strength and courage, and how you, too, can illuminate the world with your gifts. Let's ignite that spark together, Rebels!
See you next week for the exciting launch of season six, Own Your Awesome. Keep shining bright—the world awaits your brilliance.
And while you're waiting, check out our fabulous Season 5 highlights episode, The Art of Reinvention - Inspiring Stories of "Do It Scared" Reinvention Rebels, Amazing Women Over 50!
Want the inside scoop on how these Reinvention Rebels make bold moves in midlife and beyond even when they're a little scared? Here's a hint - it's an inside job! They slow down, get quiet and look within for wisdom and inspiration. Learn more about midlife reinvention and finding your purpose in my audio program, Midlife Reinvention from the Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
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Join me, Wendy Battles, on a special solo journey as I explore the nuances of hitting that ReInvention sweet spot in midlife and beyond.
Reflecting on my personal reinvention path, I share stories of voice acting aspirations and my later pivot into nutrition and health coaching, underscoring the persistence needed and the importance of turning a deaf ear to the doubters.
This narrative sets the stage for season six of Reinvention Rebels, which promises to illuminate the transformative tales of women who've mastered the art of owning their awesome - the women you'll meet in the upcoming season are nothing short of amazing!
Listen in as I also introduce my audio program "Midlife ReInvention from the Inside Out: Eight Essentials to Greenlight your Life," a culmination of lessons learned and wisdom gleaned from my own reinventions and inspiring women who've been guests on the podcast.
I delve into the idea that reinvention is more than a change; it's an inward journey towards our truest desires. In fact, we already have all the answers. It's our work to uncover those answers as we reinvent. In fact, it's that quiet reflection that led me to start the Reinvention Rebels podcast.
Stay tuned for the upcoming season - it kicks off in a few weeks with my friend Mimi's powerful story of reinvention at 60, sure to resonate and inspire you.
Mentioned in this episode:
Check out my new audio program, Midlife ReInvention from the Inside Out: Eight Essentials to Greenlight your Life-designed for midlife women interested in learning how to live on purpose.
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
Midlife women ready to reinvent themselves start with being curious about what's possible. Download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey to get started today.
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Can developing new habits help us reinvent ourselves in midlife?
That's the question I'm unpacking in the new episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast.
Have you read Tiny Habits by BJ Fogg? It's an easy-to-read, informative and engaging book about making small changes that stick. I'm using it as my personal framework for developing habits that will help me move forward this year and I'm already seeing results.
This episode shines a light on the significance of creating sustainable habits that fuel our self-transformation, leveraging the principles of Fogg's behavioral design model.
As I do some deep work on myself, I've uncovered the idea that habits may help us reinvent too.
Listen in to hear:
✅How motivation, ability, and prompts are key in initiating and maintaining new habits
✅How I'm applying this model to my not-drinking-enough-water challenge (and it's working)
✅Why forming habits can be a piece of the puzzle in reinventing ourselves.
And many other tidbits to get you thinking about your own reinvention in 2024.
Ready for some inspiration to make forward progress toward your goals? This is a good place to start!
You what else? I introduce "Midlife Reinvention from the Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Green Light Your Life," an audio series that equips you with the tools for impactful change.
Tune in to this journey of inspiration, where we support one another in becoming the very best versions of ourselves – Reinvention Rebels.
Mentioned in this episode:
Reinvention Rebel Update - Embracing the Journey of Transformation at 71: From Local Beginnings to a Global Vision with Katurah Bryant part of the Where Are They Now mini-series.
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Join me, your host Wendy, on a journey of discovery and inspiration with the incredible Katurah Bryant, a 71-year-young Reinvention Rebel who exemplifies the transformative power of reinventing one's life.
Part of my Where Are They Now mini-series, I'm excited to welcome Katurah back to the show after our interview over 3 years.
Listen in as she shares the latest chapter in her Zola Experience saga, which now beautifully extends its healing reach from adults to adolescents and launches Zola Kids.
This is a celebration of resilience and the pursuit of purpose at any age, highlighting the shared curiosity and hunger for growth that unites all of my guests.
As we mark the first anniversary of Zola's status as a 501c3 organization, Katurah and I explore the profound impact it's making globally, including its remarkable expansion into Thailand. Hear about the trained leaders spearheading wellness circles, and the upcoming integration of Zola into Thailand's carceral and reentry systems.
The parallels in Connecticut are just as impactful, and through Katurah's narrative, we're reminded of the global vision for healing that emerged amidst the pandemic, reinforcing her commitment to service despite the hurdles thrown her way.
This episode is powerful - Katurah demonstrates that we can reinvent at any age or age stage - we're never too old.
How did she do it? She was open to new possibilities. Listen to how she embraced the wisdom of synchronicity, self-trust and divine timing to light her reinvention path.
There are so many gems in this beautiful episode that can help you see what's possible in your own reinvention journey.
Connect with Katurah:
Website: thezolaexperience.org
Email: katurahbryant@thezolaexperience.org
Mentioned in the episode:
- 2020 Reinvention Rebels episode with Katurah
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Can breaking free from the 'age cage' revolutionize the way we view our later years?
That's the profound question Wendi Knox addresses as she returns to our show, casting a light on her quest to redefine the aging experience for women over 50.
I loved when Wendi joined me three years ago on the podcast at 66 and talked about the transformative nature of dragonflies in lighting her reinvention path. Over three years later, at 70, she's back with so many amazing insights about her reinvention journey.
Through her enlightening workshop 'Breaking Out of the Age Cage' and an empowering video project, Wendi is at the forefront of transforming aging into a stage of becoming more. Our conversation traverses the realms of the divine feminine, the dragonfly's metaphorical journey, and the power of listening to the soul's whispers, offering a fresh perspective on personal growth, intention, and the significance of heartfelt connections.
This episode is a masterclass in owning your greatness and the art of 'refiring' rather than retiring.
Wendi shares:
✅ How she lead a workshop while navigating personal grief, illustrating the duality of human emotion and our ability to hold space for both joy and sadness.
✅ Why granting ourselves permission to break free from societal shackles is key to our continual reinvention.
✅ How embracing our inner magnificence can help us reach the highest expressions of ourselves.
And so much more!
Join us as we catch up with Wendi and explore these powerful themes. I can't wait for you to listen - this episode can't help but inspire you as we head into the new year.
Connect with Wendi:
Website: wendiknox.com
Instagram: @wendiknoxuplifter
Mentioned in the episode:
- 2020 Reinvention Rebels episode with Wendi
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Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
Midlife women ready to reinvent themselves start with being curious about what's possible. Download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey to get started today.
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My favorite reinvention stories involve self-discovery, growth and new possibilities that we didn't see coming but we're open to.
When we create an intention, take action in that direction and then trust things will unfold, we can create reinvention magic.
That's what my season 1 guest and good friend Erica G. Bradley has done.
She started a new career, grew a thriving travel business, and even managed to pen a novel. All in midlife and all in the last 3 years since our first interview in 2020!
Her transformative journey is a reminder to make room in our lives for the things we love, and to distinguish between what we're good at and what sets our soul on fire.
Erica's inspiring journey reminds us that reinvention isn't a fleeting phase, but a way of life.
In this episode you'll learn:
✅ Why transitioning onto a fresh path requires a deep dive into ourselves.
✅ How aligning our lives with our passions and values is key for personal and professional growth.
✅ Why we should do regular self-assessments to understand what's working and what's not.
✅ How to make room for joy, an essential piece of the reinvention puzzle.
Erica's story is a testament to the power of continuous pursuit of that which feeds our spirit, and the importance of being brave enough to try new things.
May this spark your own reinvention journey and the power of betting on yourself.
Connect with Erica:
Instagram: @silhouetteandsoul
Mentioned in the episode:
- 2020 Reinvention Rebels episode with Erica
Thank you to Magic Mind - sponsor of the Where Are They Now mini-series! Ready for less stress and more energy? Save 20% on your first order! Go to https://www.magicmind.com/rerebels and use code: REREBELS20
Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
Midlife women ready to reinvent themselves start with being curious about what's possible. Download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey to get started today.
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I've had this idea for a while - interview past guests to see where their reinvention journey has taken them - how they've grown and what have they've learned about themselves.
Stories of growth are powerful. Usually because they involve some degree of stumbling or confusion before we really figure things out. 😆
You'll find that in this first Where are They Now interview with the fierce and fabulous Barb Nangle.
Barb's reinvention journey has been a mix of gaining clarity, trying things, figuring out what works and what doesn't, and trying again.
Her reinvention story is both encouraging and validating! (sometimes it takes multiple do-overs!)
In the episode Barb shares:
✅how her reinvention journey evolved over the past three years - from a podcast host to a dedicated boundaries coach.
✅her biggest lesson learned from her unfolding journey -- realizing that she is unstoppable.
✅why resilience, boundary setting, and embracing one's awesomeness are key to reinventing
✅the importance of persistence and why we need to reimagine and pivot to reach success.
✅why we need to keep the focus on ourselves and learn to pour from the overflow.
And so much more - you will love this powerful, full-of-wisdom episode!
Connect with Barb:
Podcast: Fragmented to Whole
Instagram: @higherpowercoaching
Mentioned in the episode:
- 2020 Reinvention Rebels episode with Barb
Thank you to Magic Mind - sponsor of the Where Are They Now mini-series! Ready for less stress and more energy? Save 20% on your first order! Go to https://www.magicmind.com/rerebels and use code: REREBELS20
Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life.
Midlife women ready to reinvent themselves start with being curious about what's possible. Download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey to get started today.
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Hello, Reinvention Rebels, I've missed you!
After a longer-than-expected hiatus, I'm back and excited to share some inspiring, empowering, and invigorating content with you. My absence was due to the loss of my mom, a true Reinvention Rebel herself, whose spirit continues to guide and inspire me.
I'm excited to share what's on the horizon in coming months.
We'll explore some exciting new stories, starting with a four-part mini series at the end of November called 'Where Are They Now?' We'll reconnect with four remarkable women from season one who continue to redefine and rediscover themselves.
Brace yourselves for an awesome Season 6 that's not too far away, with a theme that's close to my heart - 'Own your Awesome'.
Get ready to step into your greatness as you meet a line-up of inspiring women aged between 50 and 90. Listen in as they share their incredible journeys, sparking ideas for your own reinvention.
Also on the horizon is my eight-part audio series 'Midlife Reinvention from the Inside Out: Eight Essentials to Greenlight your Life'. This program explores eight core elements needed for becoming a Reinvention Rebel. And if you're ready to remind yourself (and the world!) that you're a Reinvention Rebel, check out the new line of swag in our store!
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Reinvention Rebels Online store - save 20% through Cyber Monday when you use code BFCW20 at checkout.
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Remember when your limits were only as far as your imagination could take you?
When you believed you could be anything and age was merely a number?
Well, hold on tight as we take you on a memorable journey, celebrating extraordinary women who haven't just dared to dream, but have reinvented themselves to turn those dreams into reality.
Age is just a number for these inspiring women who have all broken the mold and rewritten the narrative of what aging truly means.
Were they scared? Heck yes! But they didn't let that stop them!
These stories of reinvention will fill you with awe and they may just ignite a spark within you:
✅Wendy Green, 69, hosts Hey, Boomer live podcast
✅Patricia Melton, Reinvention-ista at 63
✅Michelle Fishburne, 12K Mile Solo RV Trek during COVID
✅Randye Kaye, Reinvention (Again!) at 70
✅Dahlia Douglas-Ingram, Instagram "Fit-fluencer" at 55
✅Robin Salls, Created first-ever magazine for silver-haired women
✅Ana Tajder, Breakdown + Intuition = Midlife Reinvention
✅Kathy Murray, Award-winning triathlete at 62
✅Jenn Baljko, 3-year trek from Bangkok to Barcelona
✅Ellen Pankey, 74, Reinvention after life-threatening accident
✅Lisa Franco, antique shop + WWII love letters = first-time author at 66
This season finale episode is about taking control of your destiny, challenging the norm, and daring to live the amazing life you so richly deserve (Yes, YOU!) despites obstacles in your way.
It's time we flip the script on ageism, embrace possibility, and keep shining our light in the world.
When one woman reinvents to see new possibilities, she signals to the rest of us that we can do it too, in our own unique way. These extraordinary women will help you see the light and get into action despite your fears.
Listen to this engaging highlights episode, then tune into each of these fierce and empowering reinvention stories, linked above.
And don't forget to download the Do It Scared, Do It Anyway Cheat Sheet.
Season 6 is coming soon. Until then, stay radiant, stay rebelicious and stay tuned!
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Here's a little secret: asking for help isn't a sign of weakness, but a catalyst that propels us towards our goals and dreams.
The truth is, asking for help isn't always easy, it's something I have grappled with at times.
But let me share with you how this simple act of asking for help transformed a live event at the recent International Festival of Arts and Ideas into a Reinvention Rebels podcast episode that can inspire your reinvention journey.
It all started with a technical challenge for which I had no answer, but with the guidance of my amazing team, we made it happen.
The result? A dynamic conversation with two inspiring and remarkable women, Ellen Pankey and Lisa Franco.
The opportunity to speak at the Festival was amazing and I'm so happy we could re-broadcast this conversation for our Reinvention Rebels audience as an episode. If you didn't have a chance to listen last week, you're in for a treat.
In this short episode, I’m spilling the beans on the power of asking for help and how it made all the difference for me.
You’ll learn:
✅ Why we should ask for help more readily (people WANT to help us!)
✅ How I was specifically able to overcome my challenges by asking for help
✅ How asking for help propels us forward as we reinvent ourselves
I know so many capable women are used to doing everything themselves. I’ve so been there.
But there’s so much grace in letting our guard down, being open and partnering with others to help us on our journey.
Whether you're just starting out or have been on this journey for a while, I hope this episode will inspire you to get a little help from your friends as you take action towards your dreams.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing Midlife with Courage and Resilience: Kathy Murray's Journey from Expat to Triathlon Triumph
- Reinvention After 50: Why and How to Ask for Help to Jump Start Your Reinvention Journey
- Bee Cyber Fit podcast
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Welcome to the first Reinvention Rebels live episode! An episode filled with inspiring reinventions and empowering journeys - a conversation that redefines the concept of personal growth.
This episode was recorded at the International Festival of Arts and Ideas in New Haven, Connecticut on June 20, 2023.
I'm thrilled to share the microphone with two incredible guests - Ellen Pankey and Lisa Franco. They take us down their unique paths of transformation, shedding light on the trials and triumphs that come with reinventing oneself.
74-year young Ellen awoke from a coma eight years ago and had to reinvent herself out of necessity. She had to relearn everything from walking to talking to eating. How she’s reimagined her life is remarkable including starting a YouTube channel in her 70s, going live twice a week to share her art and wisdom.
66-year young Lisa serendipitously discovered a bundle of World War II love letters in an antique shop that sparked her reinvention as an author, capturing a beautiful love story. Her reinvention journey has evolved including becoming chief promoter and marketer and growing beyond her discomfort with public speaking to share her compelling story.
Both of are full of so much wisdom and inspiration!
In this powerful and engaging live episode, you’ll learn:
✳️ why stepping out of our comfort zone is so important to reinventing ourselves
✳️ how we can reinvent ourselves by taking action, trusting our intuition, and getting support from others
✳️ why reinvention is not just about changing what you do but also discovering who you are as Lisa and Ellen have done.
Listen closely as we discuss Lisa and Ellen's diverse reinvention paths and how we can find relatable elements in each others' stories. This episode will delight and inspire you into action!
Connect with Ellen:
Email: ellenpankey@gmail.com
YouTube: gquattraditionzs
Connect with Lisa:
LinkedIn: Lisa Franco
Website: mydearestdarlingbook.com
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Midlife is no joke. Full of unexpected peaks and valleys.
Our changing bodies. Caring for kids and/or parents. Making tough decisions about our future.
It feels like the path isn’t always clear, right?
We may stumble and fall yet we are wise and perceptive.
What if we leaned into to the signs around us to help guide our path?
In this episode, you’ll discover:
✳️ how awakening to ourselves helps us on our reinvention journey
✳️ why deep listening is a powerful catalyst to creating new midlife possibilities
✳️ how we can navigate our journey with more ease, even when faced with challenges.
Find a quiet space, relax and soak up some Reinvention Rebels wisdom. It’s never too late to awaken to the wisdom that’s within all of us.
Mentioned in the episode:
- Reinventing Midlife with Courage and Resilience: Kathy Murray's Journey from Expat to Triathlon Triumph
- Failing Forward Series, Part 1: Embracing Failure: Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones for Success on Your Reinvention Journey
- Failing Forward Series, Part 2: Embracing Fear and Reinventing Midlife: 3 Ways Life Lessons Helped Me Overcome Failure
- Sign up for the Midlife MOJO Virtual Summit, June 18-22
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Sign up for the free Midlife Mojo Virtual Summit, June 18-22, and lean into midlife inspiration and information that will delight you. Seize this fantastic opportunity to focus on yourself, be intentional, and be reminded that we're never alone in midlife.
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Welcome to another inspiring episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast, where we have the fearless Jen Baljko joining us to share her incredible journey of reinvention. Throughout her life, Jen has bravely embraced change and sought joy in every new experience.
At 25, she packed up her car and drove across the US to start a new life. At 33, she sold everything she owned and moved abroad. At 44, she walked across two continents with her partner. At 50, she committed to living the rest of her days as a joy journey.
Most especially, you can’t help but be inspired by Jenn’s story of trekking from Bangkok, Thailand to Barcelona, Spain over 3.5 years and the many insights she gained.
Tune in to learn:
✅ What Jenn discovered about herself during her cross-continental journey (so many aha moments!)
✅ Why creativity and intuition are key to reinventing ourselves in midlife
✅ How she discovered joy and purpose in life and how you can too
✅ How the power of fearlessness can help us break through our self-imposed limitations
✅ Why it’s important to redefine success and happiness in our lives as we age
Join us and learn from Jen's incredible experiences as we dive into the world of reinvention and finding joy in life. Her inspiring story will motivate you to take the next step in your life, no matter how small, and trust the reinvention process.
Connect with Jenn:
Website: alwaysonmyway.com
Website: jenniferbaljko.com
Facebookgroup: Fierce Awakened Woman
Documentary: Bangkok Barcelona on Foot
Sign up for the free Midlife Mojo Virtual Summit, June 18-22, and lean into midlife inspiration and information that will delight you. Seize this fantastic opportunity to focus on yourself, be intentional, and be reminded that we're never alone in midlife.
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Ever feel like you've lost your mojo in midlife?
What if you could reclaim it and transform your life in ways that truly light you up?
Join me in this special episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast as I share some exciting details about the upcoming Midlife Mojo Virtual Summit from June 18-22.
I'm honored to be one of 25 midlife influencers bringing you this free event!
Get ready to be inspired as we discuss:
✅getting in tune with our bodies
✅ healing and nurturing our self-image
✅ reigniting relationships and
✅ dreaming bigger so we can feel more purposeful and passionate about our lives.
You won't want to miss the incredible lineup of women featured in the summit, including authors, podcasters, speakers, coaches, and experts in their fields who are ready to motivate and inspire you!
Not only will you have the opportunity to work on yourself, but you'll also be able to connect with other like-minded women in the Midlife Mojo Facebook group.
Don't miss out on this fantastic opportunity to focus on yourself, be intentional, and be reminded that we're never alone. Sign up for the Midlife Mojo virtual summit, running from June 18th to 22nd, and let's reclaim our midlife mojo together!
Mentioned in the episode:
- From Failure to Gratitude: A Personal Midlife Reinvention Story
- Sign up for the Midlife MOJO Virtual Summit, June 18-22
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Sign up for the free Midlife Mojo Virtual Summit, June 18-22, and lean into midlife inspiration and information that will delight you. Seize this fantastic opportunity to focus on yourself, be intentional, and be reminded that we're never alone in midlife.
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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I'll never forget the moment when I realized that my health coaching career wasn't going as planned.
I was in my mid-40s. I had quit my corporate job to pursue my dream.
But I wasn't making any money AND it ends up it wasn't my true passion.
I was failing and felt awash with shame.
But instead of letting that perceived failure define me, I learned to embrace the power of appreciation and gratitude to shift my mindset and open up new possibilities – like eventually creating this podcast!
It was a long reinvention path, not an overnight turnaround but I figured it out.
I believe we can all figure it out and repoint ourselves in the direction of our dreams, despite failures along the way.
Join me in this episode as I share my personal journey and how it's never too late to reinvent ourselves and embrace the opportunities that come with aging and evolving.
Listen in to the final episode of our 3-part series on failure as I reveal how embracing appreciation and gratitude can transform your mindset and open up exciting new possibilities in your reinvention journey.
In this episode you’ll discover:
✳️ Why having gratitude for our failures is key to moving forward
✳️ My own experiences failing at health coaching and what it revealed
✳️ How shifting the way we think about setbacks can lead us to extraordinary new paths.
Our failures offer us amazing opportunities to grow if we’re open to them.
Pop in your earbuds and soak up some Reinvention Rebels wisdom about how appreciation for our failures is just what we need to move forward.
Mentioned in the episode:
- Reinventing Midlife with Courage and Resilience: Kathy Murray's Journey from Expat to Triathlon Triumph
- Failing Forward Series, Part 1: Embracing Failure: Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones for Success on Your Reinvention Journey
- Failing Forward Series, Part 2: Embracing Fear and Reinventing Midlife: 3 Ways Life Lessons Helped Me Overcome Failure
- Sign up for the Midlife MOJO Virtual Summit, June 18-22
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Visit me at reinvention**
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Ever thought about reinventing yourself in midlife? This episode will motivate you about what’s possible!
When I first met Kathy Murray, I was inspired by her courage and determination to reinvent herself in midlife, facing challenges head-on and turning them into opportunities to grow. From relocating to Germany and navigating life as an expat, to becoming an award-winning cheerleading coach and breaking stereotypes with the Atlanta Tri Sisters, Kathy embodies the spirit of a true Reinvention Rebel.
In today's episode, 62-year young Kathy shares her multi-faceted reinvention journey of overcoming personal obstacles, like learning a new language, dealing with racism, and conquering her fear of swimming to compete in multiple triathlons.
Tune in to hear how Kathy:
✅Used her passion for fitness to find her purpose and calling
✅Navigated racism and language barriers to create an award-winning cheerleading team in Germany
✅Challenged the stereotypes surrounding black people and swimming
✅Turned challenging situations into opportunities for growth
✅Found supportive networks as she reinvented herself
Kathy's story serves as a testament to the importance of resilience, faith, and having a strong support system when navigating life's challenges. As we dive deep into her multifaceted reinvention journey, we hope her experiences inspire you to reevaluate your own passions and pursue new opportunities with bravery and confidence.
Join us for this captivating conversation, and let Kathy's insights on perseverance and reinvention fuel your own journey towards self-discovery and growth.
We all can unleash our Inner Reinvention Rebel!
Connect with Kathy:
Website: fit-bodies.net
Instagram: @tribaby1
Facebook: Kathy Murray
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing Yourself: Unlocking Creativity and Purpose Through Stillness
- Download my "Do It Scared, Do It Anyway" Cheat Sheet
- Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey.
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Thinking about reinventing yourself?
Are you seeking more meaning and purpose in your life as you hit midlife or beyond?
Does it feel like reinventing yourself will give you fresh ideas and perspective but you're not sure where to start?
I believe we already have all the answers we need. But our busy, non-stop world makes it hard to hear the wisdom that’s always there, just waiting to be uncovered.
When we stop and listen, we can tap into our own inner magic to help guide our path.
I had the best conversation with Kate House of the Live By Design podcast. Kate organized the engaging Goals with Soul Summit a few weeks back, bringing together a tribe of fabulous women podcasters and inspirers.
I'm excited to share the insightful conversation we had when she interviewed me for the Summit.
In this episode you'll learn:
✳️ Why it’s so important to create space for stillness and reflection
✳️ How getting still can lead to the answers we seek (hint: it doesn't have to be so hard)
✳️ My favorite tools to slow down and tap into my inner wisdom
✳️ Why we should take action on the ideas that bubble up during quiet moments
✳️ Why taking risks and embracing change is key to reinventing ourselves and seeing new possibilities.
Join us as we explore different practices that help us slow down, be present and connect with our internal voice. That voice is powerful.
When we take action on the ideas and insights that bubble up during these quiet moments, we can create more meaning and joy in our lives.
Pop in your earbuds and soak up this delightful conversation as you consider your own reinvention journey.
Mentioned in the episode:
- Download my "Do It Scared, Do It Anyway" Cheat Sheet!
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**Let's Stay in Touch!
Visit me at reinventionrebels.com**
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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What if you could transform your life and rediscover your true passion?
Join me, your host Wendy, as I chat with the inspiring Ana Tajder, an award-winning international journalist and author who went from a burned-out corporate employee to embracing her love for writing and creating the Thank You Mama podcast.
Together, we'll explore Anna's incredible journey of self-reinvention and celebrate the extraordinary reinvention story of her mother, a celebrated film star who has continually evolved throughout her life.
Tune in to hear:
✅ How Ana had to have a breakdown in order to have a breakthrough and reimagine her life
✅ Why we should trust our intuition to open up new opportunities for growth
✅ How the universe aligned when Ana made the conscious decision to reinvent herself
✅ Why having a supportive network of "guides on the side" is important in our reinvention journey
✅ How Anna's passion for writing led her to create her captivating book, Viennese Sex and the City, and inspire women through storytelling.
And so many other inspiring insights!
As a special Mother's Day treat, we'll also honor the resilience, courage, and inspiration of Anna's mother, whose journey has been full of artistic evolution and self-discovery. From a teenage film star to a graphic designer to a filmmaker in her 60s, her story is sure to motivate you to embrace your own path of reinvention.
So, grab a cup of tea (or glass of wine!), sit back, and join us for an episode that'll leave you feeling inspired and ready to chase what truly makes you happy.
And please don't forget to share this love-filled episode with the amazing women in your life!
Connect with Ana:
Website/podcast: Thank you Mama Podcast
Instagram: @anatajder
Facebook: @Ana Tajder
Twitter @tajder
LinkedIn: @anatajder
Mentioned in this episode:
- Embracing Fear and Reinventing Midlife: 3 Ways Life Lessons Helped Me Overcome Failure
- Recipe for Reinvention: Don't Go it Alone - How to Build Your Reinvention Dream Team!
- Old Chicks Know Sh*t Podcast
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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We all know the phrase "I had to learn it the hard way."
But what can we learn about ourselves from difficult circumstances and life lessons?
Reflecting on personal failures can reveal growth and serve as a stepping stone to greater success.
I've experienced that first hand and I imagine you have your own version of how hard won lessons, though painful, ultimately helped you to grow.
In this second episode in my series on failure as a catalyst for success, you'll hear:
✳️How we can learn valuable lessons from failure and how it can lead us in new directions
✳️ 3 powerful lessons I learned from my failure as a voice actor
✳️ How difficult lessons learned from voice acting helped pave the way for my success as a podcaster
I believe we should embrace the compelling concept of "doing it scared" and seize opportunities, even when fear tries to hold us back. We need to learn the lessons we need to learn for a reason.
Failure is never really failure.
It's creating the space for deep learning , personal growth and building our resilience muscle.
Listen to this episode and remind yourself that you too can reflect on the lessons from past failures, learn to appreciate the journey and pave the way to your future success.
Mentioned in the episode:
- Embracing Silver Hair and Midlife Reinvention: A Conversation with Tangled Silver Magazine Publisher Robin Salls
- Embracing Failure: Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones for Success on Your Reinvention Journey
- Download my "Do It Scared, Do It Anyway" Cheat Sheet!
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Ready to calm your mind, shift your mindset and crush your goals? Join the Goals with Soul Virtual Summit from May 1-4. This virtual conference for high-achieving women is free and full of inspiration to help you achieve your goals! Learn more and come join us!
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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If you're a midlife or older woman, you've probably spent time contemplating the greying of your hair - good, bad and everything in between.
Whether you're joyfully going grey, contemplating what's next for your hair or coloring it, you will love what I'm sharing today.
In this episode, I have a fascinating conversation with Robin Salls, the founder of the first-ever magazine for silver-haired women, Tangled Silver.
We discuss the importance of community, self-acceptance, and embracing the aging process. We also explore the inspiring stories of women who have embraced their silver hair and redefined themselves in midlife.
Join us as we delve into the empowering journey of reinvention and the endless possibilities that await those who choose to embrace change and growth at any age.
Tune in to hear:
✅ What inspired Robin to go grey (and how her hair is healthier than ever before!)
✅ Why Robin started Tangled Silver and the powerful lessons she's learned as she's reinvented herself as a magazine publisher
✅ Why going grey can be an empowering experience for midlife women
✅ How Robin is helping women embrace their grey hair with joy (this ain't your grandma's grey!)
✅ How women are supporting each other in the silver community, encouraging self-acceptance and embracing aging
Our conversation is powerful and life-affirming. We can navigate our midlife hair and changes with joy, not trepidation.
Don't miss this episode full of inspiration, motivation, and valuable insights to help you navigate your midlife hair journey.
Connect with Robin:
Instagram: @tangledsilver
Instagram: @tangledsilvermagazine
Twitter @RobinSalls
Facebook: Tangledsilvermag
Mentioned in this episode:
- Embracing Failure: Turning Setbacks into Stepping Stones for Success on Your Reinvention Journey
- Recipe for Midlife Reinvention: Launching a National Beauty Brand at 56 with Angel Cornelius
- Download my "Do It Scared, Do It Anyway" Cheat Sheet!
**Let's Stay in Touch!
Visit me at reinventionrebels.com**
Ready to calm your mind, shift your mindset and crush your goals? Join the Goals with Soul Virtual Summit from May 1-4. This virtual conference for high-achieving women is free and full of inspiration to help you achieve your goals! Learn more and come join us!
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Are you ready to rock your goals with new energy, enthusiasm and delight?
Need a spring pick-me-up to see new possibilities?
I invited my fellow podcaster, amazing human and host of the Goals with Soul Virtual Summit to pop into my podcast feed for a special episode!
Kate House is nothing short of amazing! She's the host of the fabulous Live by Design podcast, a good friend and fellow joy spreader. She helps amazing women live with intention, not by default, to create a live they love.
I can't begin to tell you - okay, I can - how inspiring she is!
I'm honored she asked me to be part of her super cool, free virtual summit taking place May 1-4.
Think of it as a spring elixir to help you focus on and achieve your goals - whatever they may be - in a way that brings you joy and helps you see new possibilities!
Take a listen and learn about this super cool summit. Then sign up to join us for the Goals with Soul virtual summit. I know you'll love the fun, inspiration and motivation you'll get from 21 fierce women, yours truly included.
It's 100% free and going to be BIG fun!
Will I see you there? I sure hope so!
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This week I'm talking about the power of failure to help us thrive in new ways.
I've personally seen how my own perceived failures have led to my best successes.
Not always in the way I anticipated or wanted, but it's always worked out in the end.
In this episode, I explore the power of failure and how it can set us on a course for success as we reinvent ourselves.
I also discuss three ways that failure can contribute to our success: by building our persistence muscle, offering lessons we need to learn, and helping us see new possibilities. Join me as I delve into the first of these three points, and stay tuned for upcoming solo episodes where I'll explore the other two.
It's the first of a 3-part series about how powerful failure can be to catapult us forward - even when it doesn't feel good at all. (because honestly, when does failing ever feel good? 😉)
Tune in to hear:
✳️ Three specific ways that failure can contribute to our success
✳️ The power of persistence to turn failures into growth opportunities
✳️ How quitting a corporate job to become a health coach was a failure that lead to my ultimate success
Need some inspiration as you navigate reinvention? It's all about perspective and the willingness to "fail forward".
Pop in your ear buds, relax and let's get inspired to see failures as paving the way to our personal growth.
Mentioned in the episode:
- Navigating Midlife Reinvention at 55: Mindset Shifts, Fitness Journeys, and Doing It Scared with Dahlia Douglas-Ingram
- Goals with Soul Virtual Summit, May 1-4 - Join this free conference to learn bite-sized habits and mindset shifts to help you take courageous action to achieve your goals in a totally doable, sustainable way
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55-year young Dahlia Douglas-Ingram has reinvented herself over several years to emerge as an empowered mid-lifer who's inspiring others with her fitness journey on Instagram, TikTok and YouTube.
But that's now how her midlife journey started.
Gripped by shifting hormones and a plethora of perimenopausal symptoms, she found herself both physically and mentally drained. She felt a loss of confidence and was unhappy with her body.
And then she decided it was time to make important changes.
Those changes have helped transform her life in powerful ways.
And she didn't go it alone, she made healthy changes with a village of supporters - her Reinvention Dream Team.
I love what Dahlia shares in this episode about:
✅ Why it's important to take incremental steps, be mindful of our choices, and offer ourselves grace when we stumble
✅ How she embarked on a fitness journey with the support of her family, a patient trainer, and a community at the gym
✅ Why self-care is so important as we reinvent
✅ How the the power of stillness is key for rediscovering one's purpose in midlife
✅ Why doing it scared is important to personal growth and reinvention
There is so much joy, fun and wisdom in our conversation!
I love Dahlia's empowering fitness journey.
I love the strength she's gained both mentally and physically.
And I love the example she sets about how each of us can find our own midlife groove, however that might look.
She proves that if you're willing to get out there and be open, anything is possible!
Don't miss this episode full of inspiration, motivation, and valuable insights to help you navigate your own reinvention journey.
Connect with Dahlia:
Instagram: @iamdougieing
YouTube: @iamdougieing
TikTok: @iamdougieing
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing Your Midlife Body: Staying Healthy, Inspired, and Empowered at Any Age - solo episode
- Download my "Do It Scared, Do It Anyway" Cheat Sheet!
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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What if you learned to love your midlife body, appreciate it and accept it instead of complaining about it?
Wouldn't you feel totally empowered?
In this episode, I share my journey of reclaiming my midlife body and how we can all stay healthy and inspired despite the challenges that come with aging.
I discuss my favorite podcasts that motivate me to work hard on my health and fitness, including Gruff Talk with Barbara Hannah Grufferman, GYSB Talks (Get Your Sexy Back) with Carla Palmer, and The Mel Robbins Podcast.
These podcasts offer powerful information, inspiration, and mindset shifts specifically for midlife women, helping us appreciate and love our bodies as they change.
Join me as I delve into these resources and encourage you to take actionable steps towards reinventing your midlife body, embracing a "do it scared" attitude, and shining your light in the world.
You are too amazing to let changes in midlife life hamper you from being your best self!
Don't miss this episode full of valuable insights and inspiration for living your best life at any age!
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinvention (Again!) at 70: How Curiosity, Community, and a Sense of Play Keep Opening New Doors with Randye Kaye
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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70-year young Randye Kaye knows a lot about reinventing herself.
This voice actress, author, speaker and voice talent has reinvented herself many times in many creative ways.
She's honed her ability to pivot and uncover new possibilities, often out of necessity.
How has she done it?
She's used her curiosity to help steer her, leaning into those things that spark joy. Plus Randye is willing to ask questions and find people that can be reinvention catalysts - helping her along her path.
She's done it scared and done it anyway, each reinvention helping her grow in new, often unexpected ways.
Randye is inspiring, adventurous, dynamic and full of wisdom! I love what she shares about:
✅ Why it's so important to know yourself in order to reinvent
✅ Why the spaghetti-against-the-wall reinvention method works for her
✅ How she overcame the obstacles of fear and doubt
✅ Why you should experiment with different ideas and pivot as needed
✅ How being curious, playful and willing to ask led to new opportunities (people often say yes!)
Our conversation is fun and empowering, and a reminder that it's never too late to pursue your dreams no matter your age.
Randye should know - at 70 she's got her sights set on the next 30 years and the reinvention possibilities she has yet to uncover!
Pop in your earbuds, relax and enjoy this uplifting episode.
Connect with Randye:
Website: randyekaye.com
Instagram: @randyekaye
LinkedIn: Randye Kaye
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinvention After 50: Why and How to Ask for Help to Jump Start Your Reinvention Journey
- My Midlife Reinvention in Spain: From Academia to the Oprah of Menopause with Lori Tharps
- Listen to the Pursue Your Spark podcast
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Have you ever struggled mightily with a dream or goal yet been reluctant to ask for help?
Do any of the following resonate?
- I've always done it myself.
- I'm a capable person, why should I ask for help?
- Asking for help means I'm weak or not smart enough.
There are oodles of reasons you may resist help, you may have your own version. But the truth is that asking for help can be a game changer.
It can propel you forward with more clarity, confidence, and commitment.
Asking for help is an important muscle to build as we reinvent ourselves because there will invariably be challenges along the way.
Those challenges are easier to face when we share them with others, ask for assistance where needed, and keep focused on our dreams.
In today's episode, we're talking about the power of "right-sizing" our reinvention by partnering with people that can help us.
You'll learn:
✳️ How you can "right-size" your reinvention when things get off track (or to help you get started)
✳️ 3 reasons why you should ask for help (you don't have to do it alone!)
✳️ 3 ways a Reinvention Dream Team can help you move forward
✳️ Why hiring someone to help you can be a powerful move
✳️ How Wendy has asked for help (and grown!) during her reinvention journey
You can smooth your reinvention path and move closer to your dreams when you're willing to ask for help.
Instead of feeling weak, support will bolster you to keep going and make that dream of yours happen. It's within reach!
Ready to get inspired? Pop in your earbuds, relax and soak up some reinvention wisdom.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinvention After 50: A Woman and Her RV | How a 12,000 Mile Solo Trek Across America Changed My Life with Michelle Fishburne
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Ready to reinvent? My friends, Wendy and Dana at Camp Reinvention think it should be easier.
In fact, they've proven that it can be - with hundreds of women just like you.
Learn about their 12-week Camp Reinvention coaching program. Camp Starts March 28th!
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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What happens when a midlife woman embarks on a 12,000 mile solo RV journey across America during the pandemic?
A remarkable reinvention story that has changed her life and the lives of thousands of others.
When Michelle Fishburne found herself an empty nester without a house, a spouse and a job, she leaned into her strengths (curiosity, a sense of adventure, the willingness to "do it scared") to guide her path.
What unfolded was an adventure of a lifetime!
She tapped into her inner strength, wisdom and her ability to ask questions (including asking a publisher if her idea was book material).
What resulted is her book, Who We Are Now:
Stories of What Americans Lost and Found during the COVID-19 Pandemic.
On her solo journey Michelle sat down with hundreds of people across the US to find out what people had learned about themselves and life during the pandemic. What she learned was touching and profound.
Michelle also discovered new things about herself. You will love what Michelle shares about:
✅ Why being a Reinvention Rebel means getting out of your comfort zone
✅ How she developed pluck - spirited and determined courage - through her reinvention journey
✅ Why we should embrace, not resist, change
✅ How she shifted her mindset from "this part of my life is over" to a life-affirming and fun reinvention
There is so much wisdom, joy and possibility in this episode!
Connect with Michelle:
Website: https://www.whowearenow.us/
Instagram: @Happy_Nomad
Twitter: @whowearenow
Mentioned in this episode:
- Listen to Sleep Meditation for Women on the Women's Meditation Network
- Reinvent Yourself: 3 Ways to Kick Your Fears to the Curb | How to Build Your Do It Scared, Do It Anyway Muscle!
- Download the Do It Scared Cheat Sheet!
****Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Re
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Have you ever noticed that you are stronger, wiser and more courageous than you think?
Those qualities exist within all of us and are key to reinventing ourselves.
Sometimes we have to build our Do It Scared muscle to bring them out. 💪🏾
The good news: I have 3 simple strategies to help you build and flex this muscle as you reinvent yourself and crush those big goals of yours!
This episode builds on the recent episode, Reinvent Yourself: Why You Should Do It Scared and Do It Anyway! | How to Take Action in the Midst of Your Fears. (take a listen before or after for more inspiration!)
The prior episode explored what it means to do it scared and why we should go for it. Now we're talking "the how" - how do we actually reinvent ourselves when we're feeling scared, unsure or less than confident.
I'm sharing all my Do It Scared secrets that have helped me build my confidence and kick uncertainty to the curb as I reinvented myself.
Tune in to learn:
✳️ Why the "how" is just as important as your why for reinventing yourself
✳️ Why you must build your self-belief muscle to gain confidence and take that leap
✳️ How to tap into your inner wisdom to build a Do It Scared mindset
✳️ How you can use others' successes as inspiration for your own reinvention journey
✳️ How to build your "Reinvention Dream Team" that always has your back and encourages you when you can't encourage yourself.
There is wisdom, hope and possibility in this episode not to mention a mini Do It Scared roadmap! I can't make for you to listen to this episode.
And you'll love the cheat sheet I have for you so that you can get started with building your Do It Scared muscle.
Reinvention calls on us to get to know ourselves - to dig deep, uncover our why and overcome our doubts along the journey. It's a muscle-building experience that can encourage inspired action!
Come join us, listen and Do It Scared!
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing My 60s: Tales of a Serial Reinvention-ista | How My Reinvention Journey Led to Transforming Young Lives in Their Community with Patricia Melton
- My Midlife Reinvention in Spain: From Academia to the Oprah of Menopause with Lori Tharps
- Reinventing My 50s: Travel, Self-Discovery and Empowerment with Erica Bradley
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By the time we reach our 60s, many of us are reinvention pros - we've reinvented ourselves so many times that we've lost track!
Each reinvention is part of our journey to evolve into who we are today.
And when we're open to "serial reinvention" - giving ourselves permission to become our best selves through reinvention time and time again - anything is possible.
Just ask my guest Patricia Melton - community builder, young adult cheerleader, and a self-proclaimed, "reinvention-ista". She has reinvented her professional, personal and athletics lives many times over.
From decorated college athletic to Olympic hopeful to passionate cyclist in her 60s.
From innovative educator to a curator of "adulting" - helping young people grow and transform as they invent who they want to be.
From an active community member to a key partner in changing the landscape of educational opportunity in New Haven, Connecticut.
At 63, she is brimming with wisdom and inspiration about her reinvention journey!
I love what she shares about:
✅How our biggest challenges can spark new possibilities for personal growth
✅Why faith and belief help to build resilience on our journey
✅How the pandemic created new opportunities to reinvent herself including as a passionate cyclist after 60
✅Why asking "who am I?" and knowing ourselves are key to reinvention
✅How embracing a new community has transformed life in powerful ways
And so much more! Patricia is modest about her contributions but has truly helped to shape education possibilities in the New Haven community and so many other places she's lived through her talents and reinventions.
Her story encourages deep reflection - you'll want to take a peek under the hood and do some reinvention thinking of your own. Plus she'll inspire you into action because life is short so why wait?
Pop in your earbuds and get ready for a treat with this insightful and accomplished Reinvention Rebel!
Connect with Patricia via New Haven Promise
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinvent Yourself: Why You Should Do It Scared and Do It Anyway! | How to Take Action in the Midst of Your Fears
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Have you felt apprehensive about making that leap into something new as you reinvent yourself?
Ever talk yourself out of it because you're scared of how things might unfold and where you'll land?
I've been there before. In fact, more times than I'd like to admit. 😉
But every time I muster the courage to take that leap toward something, it always works out.
I'm stronger and braver than I think and SO ARE YOU.
When we "do it scared" - whatever that "it" is for you - we open up a world of possibilities to learn and grow in new and empowering ways.
And don't you agree that doing it scared is better than not doing it at all? 😁
Season 5's theme is simple - Do It Scared and Do It Anyway!
In this episode, I'm breaking down the "Do It Scared" mindset to help move you along your reinvention path. And I'm spilling the beans on my own do it scared gremlins that have held me back in the past (happily, not so much anymore!)
Tune in to learn:
✳️ What it means to "do it scared" (it's not as daunting as you think!)
✳️ Why acknowledging our fears is so important
✳️ Why you need both a compelling "why" AND the ability to do it scared to realize your dreams
✳️ How I've worked through my own do it scared mindset
✳️ Two questions to get you into action as you reinvent yourself
There's lots of inspiration in this short episode to get you thinking about how to do it scared.
And it's a preview of my Do It Scared Toolkit that I'll be sharing in a few weeks!
Ready to take a leap in your reinvention journey and remind yourself that you're braver than you think?
This do it scared reinvention episode is for you!
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing My 60s: Do It Scared! - How I Launched a Live Podcast and Empower Older Adults to See New Possibilities with Wendy Green
- Reinventing My 50s: Travel, Self-Discovery and Empowerment with Erica Bradley
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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What if it was possible to reinvent yourself in your 60s, 70s or beyond? And what if that reinvention helped you feel confident and empowered?
Wouldn't you want to go for it and navigate your later years with joy, excitement and satisfaction?
Don't you love the idea of finding a tribe of people that "get you" and celebrate all that you are becoming?
The good news: it's completely possible to reinvent yourself in this way!
Yes YOU.
Don't believe me? Ask podcast host Wendy Green. She's done just that and guess what? You can too!
Wendy has reinvented herself in a soul-filling way. She is living on purpose and has found what lights her up. She is truly living her best life.
And she's joyfully helping older adults along their reinvention path too.
As the host of Hey, Boomer, a weekly live show and podcast, this 69-year young Reinvention Rebel is on fire and in the zone!
I love what Wendy shares about:
✅ What inspired her to start a podcast in her late 60s
✅ How a desire to connect with friends to talk about aging grew into a live show on 3 platforms (Facebook, LinkedIn, YouTube)
✅ Why reinventing herself later in life is more meaningful than earlier reinventions
✅ How she created a can-do spirit of trying new things and conquered her fears (like learning new technology)
✅ Why we're never too old to set a new goal or dream a new dream
Wendy's story is inspiring! She shares wisdom to help us navigate later-in-life reinvention. And she helps us see that when we really want to do something, we can feel the fear and do it anyway.
Lean in and listen to this episode and let it help fuel your reinvention dreams and inspire you to action!
Connect with Wendy:
Website: heyboomer.biz
Email: wendy@heyboomer.biz
Instagram: @heyboomerpodcast
Facebook: Hey, Boomer Facebook page
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing My 80s: Taking Center Stage - How I Launched a Full-Time Acting Career with Stephanie Schwartz
- My Midlife Reinvention in Spain: From Academia to the Oprah of Menopause with Lori Tharps
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Are you sick of letting fear and uncertainty get in the way of pursuing your dreams?
Are you ready for bold stories from amazing midlife women that inspire you into action?
Need a reminder that you're stronger and braver than you think?
Season 5 of the Reinvention Rebels podcast is almost here and I can't wait for you to listen!
This season's theme - Do It Scared, Do It Anyway!
Yes people, we need to GO FOR IT even when we're unsure or afraid.
STOP playing small with your dreams.
Isn't it better to go for it, miss the mark, but learn from your mistakes rather than not try at all?
Sure, reinventing ourselves can bring up our fears - getting out there, trying something new, the fear of failure - there are many reasons we can hold ourselves back.
But on the other side of fear dwells new, juicy possibilities!
There's wisdom in our reinvention journey.
This season, I'll introduce you to a new set of Reinvention Rebels who:
✳️ used their fear to propel them forward
✳️ developed their self-trust muscle and bet on themselves
✳️ saw loss as the opportunity to create new beginnings
✳️ tuned out naysayers who questioned their "why"
✳️ focused on and prioritized their reinvention dreams
These amazing women stepped into the light and their purpose. They are on fire in the best kind of ways!
There is so much joy, inspiration and possibility in this new season and I can't wait for you to soak it up!
Get started by listening to this preview. Then look for the first episode of the season that drops on February 16.
P.S. Catch up on what you missed - check out the Season 4 highlights episode for a hit of reinvention inspiration while you wait for the new season to begin. So many inspiring reinvention stories waiting for you!
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Have you ever said YES to someone when you really wanted to say NO?
It's easy to people please at the expense of our own needs.
But to stand in your power and be clear about what you're willing or not willing to do?
It's emancipating. And it means we're being true to ourselves.
It also means we're establishing and leveraging our boundaries - powerful guard rails to help keep us on track.
When we get clear about our boundaries and communicate our needs, we can find deeper satisfaction, even joy.
Boundaries can be helpful not just for the everyday stuff of life but also as we reinvent ourselves.
Others' expectations can lead us astray, but not if we have healthy boundaries!
Barb Nangle, boundaries coach and podcast host, knows a lot about boundaries. At 59, this fierce Reinvention Rebel has used boundaries to reinvent her life in meaningful ways. And she's coaches other to embrace boundaries too.
I love what she shares about:
✅How she learned how to show up for herself after years of people pleasing
✅Why learning to love ourselves is so important to setting boundaries
✅How 12-step programs propelled Barb forward in her reinvention journey and helped her be authentic
✅Why self-reflection is so important in setting healthy boundaries (we are part of the solution!)
✅How being "flawsome" (flawed and awesome) helps us navigate life with more ease
and so much more in this conversation!
Our episode is full of insights about how boundaries can help us as we reinvent ourselves and navigate life.
Listen to this encore episode from season 1 of the Reinvention Rebels podcast - Barb was my first guest! So many gems to get you thinking about life, boundaries and reinvention.
Connect with Barb:
Website: Higher Power Coaching
Podcast: Fragmented to Whole Podcast
Instagram: @HigherPowerCoaching
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Do you know that you can dream big, overcome self-doubt and reinvent yourself in midlife and beyond?
Yes, YOU. 😍
You can live on purpose and invite in new possibilities.
You can decide now's the time to pursue your desires.
You can ditch others' limiting beliefs and find your reinvention groove.
You can finally make yourself a priority.
I know it's true based on the amazing midlife and older women I interview - Reinvention Rebels who have reimagined life in their 50s and beyond to find new purpose and possibilities!
They remind us that anything is possible if we believe it's so.
Ready to get inspired to spark your reinvention journey? Lean in and listen to this season 4 best-of episode and soak up the abundant reinvention wisdom these Rebels share.
Check out highlights from my fabulous guests and then listen to the full episodes - again, or for the first time!
✅Reinventing My 50s: Just Say Yes! How I Crushed Self-Doubt and Became a Silver-
Haired Midlife Model with Rachel Peru
✅Reinvention at 72: A Season of Serving - Public Servant, Politician & Policy Maker
with Carol Hill-Evans
✅Reinvention at 69: How I Created "Alive, Fit & Free" - a Community of Sexy, Smart
and Strong Modern Seniors with Vickie Aigner
✅Reinventing My 80s: Taking Center Stage - How I Launched a Full-Time Acting
Career with Stephanie Schwartz
✅Reinventing My 50s: Good Girl Gone - How I Ditched Perfectionism and People
Pleasing to Find My Authentic Self with Wendy Hutchinson
✅Reinvention After Divorce – How a Marriage Breakdown Led to a Personal
Breakthrough with Nina Blaicher
✅Reinvention in Your 60s: How I Created a Self-Care Lifestyle & Gave Myself
Permission to Blossom with Dr. Sheryl Barnes
But wait, that's not all!
I've also chosen my top 3 favorite solo episodes from season 4 too. These are the episodes where I share my own reinvention challenges, what I've learned and how I'm continuing to grow.
✅Learning How to Show Up for Yourself is Key to Reinvention Success
✅Ready to Thrive? You Gotta Build Your Bounce-Back-Ability Muscle
✅3 Ways Reinvention Rebels Adopt a "Perfectly Imperfect" Mindset
We can never have too much inspiration. These women remind us that anything is possible. If we can dream it, we can achieve it!
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Want to navigate the holiday season with more ease and grace and less stress?
It's all about beginning with the end in mind and being intentional this holiday season.
Before we're swept away by all the holiday preparations, take some time for you and make self-care a priority throughout the next several weeks.
I've spent way too many holiday seasons feeling stressed by unrealistic expectations.
But I believe we can reinvent self-care during the holidays season by establishing healthy boundaries.
I can't wait for you to listen to this episode where I share:
✳️ Why boundaries are so important, especially during the holidays
✳️ Why tuning into how you want to FEEL during and after the holidays is key
✳️ The 3 boundary-setting questions to ask yourself that will increase your self-care and joy factor
✳️ Why both asking and listening are important self-care strategies you should try
✳️ How being open to exploring creative solutions helps ease holiday stress
The truth is, no matter our age, it's never too late to navigate the holiday season with new skills and possibilities.
Have you struggled with stress in the past? That's okay, me too. Let's reimagine how you can take better care of yourself this holiday season in new and empowering ways!
Finding more joy in being together and communicating ahead of time about how we'd like things to unfold helps. Healthy boundaries will help you reinvent the holidays with greater joy and peace.
Let's do this holiday thing in new ways. I'm all in on this mini-reinvention and hope you are too!
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinvention in Your 60s: How I Created a Self-Care Lifestyle & Gave Myself Permission to Blossom with Dr. Sheryl Barnes
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How does one reinvent herself in her 60s to blossom and create a life she loves? By cultivating a vibrant and inspiring self-care lifestyle, that's how!
Meet Dr. Sheryl Barnes. At 67, this exuberant Reinvention Rebel has navigated challenges and transformed her life, infusing it with abundant joy and purpose.
Sheryl's latest reinvention started when she heard fellow Reinvention Rebel Sharon Chappelle interviewed on the podcast. (Sharon became a certified yoga instructor in her 60s and reimagined retirement by moving from the US to Spain).
This helped ignite Sheryl's own reinvention journey, completing a certification in holy yoga. But that was just the beginning. She shares deep wisdom about how she's blossomed in her 60s and embraced self-care as a lifestyle (not just a trip to the spa) in multiple ways.
I love what Sheryl shares about:
✅ Why creating a self-care lifestyle is so important
✅ How we can be more intentional in our lives
✅ Why we have to prioritize ourselves to help others
✅ How we can find micro-joy in the midst of challenges
✅ Why multitasking works against us and our well being
And so much insightful wisdom!
You know what else is cool? Sheryl's reinvention extends beyond herself - she is helping other women to blossom too, in the most joyful ways.
Self-care is truly self-love. If you're ready for a dose of inspiration to help you see new possibilities for your life you will love this episode!
Connect with Sheryl:
Website: sherylbarnes.com
Instagram: @drbarnes
LinkedIn: Dr. Sheryl L. W. Barnes
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing Yourself is an Inside Job: Unleash Your Inner Wisdom to Light Your Reinvention Path
- How I Reinvented Life in My 60s: Yoga, New Adventures and My Expat Life in Spain with Sharon Chapelle
- Midlife Reinvention: Offer Yourself Gratitude and Grace as You Navigate Your Reinvention Journey
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Have you ever noticed that you have all the answers you need?
Yes YOU!
It's a fact that they're not always obvious but you are infinitely wise and the answers you seek are within.
You just need to figure out how to tease them out and bring them into existence.
How to lean in and listen to that wisdom that's bubbling up.
Put another way, reinventing ourselves starts within.
When we get more quiet and lean into the wisdom that's waiting to come out, we can manifest our dreams in the coolest (and sometimes surprising of ways)!
I can't wait for you to listen to this solo episode where I share:
✳️ How our materialistic world makes it easy to focus on the external
✳️ Why it's so important to look within for the answers we seek
✳️ How we can learn to get quiet to jump start the reinvention process
✳️ What happened when I listened to my inner wisdom to guide me
✳️ 3 ingredients to help you ignite your reinvention journey
Are you ready to unleash your inner wisdom and move forward in new ways?
Whether you're new to looking within or a pro, this episode will help you accelerate your reinvention journey. And maybe even carve out a new, yet uncovered path!
Looking from within to reinvent yourself makes all the difference. - it's truly an inside job.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinvention After Divorce – How a Marriage Breakdown Led to a Personal Breakthrough with Nina Blaicher
Reinventing My 50s: Good Girl Gone - How I Ditched Perfectionism and People Pleasing to Find My Authentic Self with Wendy Hutchinson *
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Reinventing ourselves after a divorce is no easy task.
In fact, breaking apart our life may be one of the hardest things we can experience.
It may mean we come to our reinvention journey reluctantly and not ready to face things.
It typically requires shining a light on ourselves and delving into those hard-to-uncover places to make forward progress.
No easy task yet full of possibilities when we do.
Such is the journey of Nina Blaicher. Her reinvention after a difficult divorce is deeply impactful and inspiring. A must-listen if you're dealing with a divorce, or any life-changing event.
She helps us see there's a way through and out that can leave us feeling happier and more fulfilled on the other side.
I love what Nina shares about:
✅ Why you have to tear everything down and ask yourself compelling questions to begin anew
✅ How she used her divorce as an opportunity for self-discovery and exploration
✅ How she showered herself with self-love during and after her divorce
✅ How she started the See the Upside podcast
✅ Why being willing to fail gets us one step closer to our dreams
✅ Why we need to learn to trust the unknown
Her openness and vulnerability remind me that we all can do hard things and grow from the experience, even when incredibly difficult.
No matter where you are on your reinvention path, Lean in and listen to this amazing episode and then share it with a friend!
Connect with Nina:
Website: See the Upside
Podcast: See the Upside
Instagram: @see.theupside
Mentioned in this episode:
- Midlife Reinvention: Offer Yourself Gratitude and Grace as You Navigate Your Reinvention Journey
- Reinventing My 50s: Good Girl Gone - How I Ditched Perfectionism and People Pleasing to Find My Authentic Self with Wendy Hutchinson
- See the Upside Podcast: How to Rock a Midlife Reinvention with Wendy Battles
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What happens when you lean into more gratitude in your life?
I believe it's a powerful tool that can propel our lives forward in new ways in our reinvention journey.
For one, it builds our appreciation for the little things and helps up find joy (even in challenging situations).
I like to practice gratitude all year long. But it's hard not to focus on it as we near the end of year.
Thanksgiving is all about being thankful, having gratitude and appreciating what we have in our lives.
I'm leaning in hard this year, thankful for so many things in my life. You too?
I can't wait for you to listen to this solo episode where I share:
✳️ Why gratitude is so important
✳️ What I'm most grateful for this season
✳️ Why having gratitude for our challenges is empowering
✳️ How we can offer ourselves gratitude and grace on our reinvention journey
✳️ 3 questions to help you tap into more gratitude in your life
If you're celebrating Thanksgiving, here's to a joyful weekend with time spent with those you love.
And here's to endless joy for all of us as we welcome in the holiday season.
Enjoy this episode and let's all celebrate our gratitude!
P.S. Did you check out last week's episode with the amazing Wendy Hutchinson? I love how she stopped people pleasing and kicked her perfectionist tendencies to the curb to find her authentic self. If you're a midlife woman trying to figure it out and find more joy, this is a must-listen episode!
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**Let's Stay in Touch!
Visit me at reinventionrebels.com Check out other things I'm up to here: http://linktr.ee/reinventionrebels**
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together!
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What's possible when we find the courage to reinvent and be our authentic selves?
When we shed who people think we should be and step into who we truly want and are meant to be?
The truth is, anything is possible when we learn to stand up for ourselves.
We can use self-empowerment to propel us forward as we reinvent ourselves. There are limitless opportunities to show up and shine, comfortable in our skin.
That's exactly what happened to my extraordinary guest, Wendy Hutchinson.
A lifelong people pleaser and self-proclaimed good girl, Wendy grew tired of putting everyone else before herself.
Instead of complaining, she did something about it.
She reinvented herself in bold ways and learned a lot about herself along the way. She shared so many powerful insights in our conversation:
✅ How learning how to love herself helped her see new possibilities
✅ Why perfectionism is a dream killer
✅ How she shed old aspects for herself to embrace who she really is - her authentic self
✅ Why reinvention is an inside job and not about acquiring "more stuff"
✅ How we can build our stress tolerance and learn to set boundaries during our reinvention journey (because some people will be resistant to the new, empowered you)
✅ Why we have to look at the stories we've been telling ourselves and determine if they're true
I love Wendy's reinvention story. I love the wisdom she shares. I love how she ditched people pleasing to emerge as a passionate, happy and fierce version of herself.
She reminds us that we can all find our Reinvention Rebel groove too. Each of us in our own unique way.
I can't wait for you to listen to her empowering story!
Mentioned in this episode
- Reinvention Inspiration: Revisit Past Experiences to Find Fresh Reinvention Ideas!
- Wendy Battles a guest on Wendy Hutchinson's podcast, The Path of Me
Connect with Wendy:
Website: Alinea Life Coaching
Podcast: The Path of Me Podcast
Book: Finding the Path of Me
Instagram: @mamahutch47
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What happens when we revisit our past experiences as fodder for our current growth and expansion?
Have you ever noticed that a fresh perspective can transform an old idea into something new?
And those new ideas can help us navigate the reinvention process in interesting, and sometimes unexpected, ways.
While we may look to the past and be reminded of things that we didn't like or didn't go well, the opposite can be true too.
The past is a remarkable place to help us move forward. Instead of thinking of it with fear or dread, we can approach it with possibility.
Sometimes we had a good idea but the timing wasn't right. Being patient and believing in the power of manifestation can propel our reinvention journey forward in the most joyful ways.
In this solo episode I share:
✳️ What happened when I revisited my dislike for bananas years later
✳️ Why we should stay open to new ideas even if we're resistant
✳️ How revisiting voice acting 20 years later sparked my career as a podcast host
✳️ Why being open to change is so important in reinventing ourselves
✳️ 3 questions to ask yourself that can help spark to new ideas
I've got ideas for you to help you keep moving forward as you reinvent yourself. Take a listen and try them on for size.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinventing My 80s: Taking Center Stage - How I Launched a Full-Time Acting Career with Stephanie Schwartz
- Reinventing My 80s: How I Thrive at 89 - Curiosity, Community & Connection with Elaine Battles
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**Let's Stay in Touch!
Visit me at reinventionrebels.com Check out other things I'm up to here: http://linktr.ee/reinventionrebels**
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
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Have you ever caught yourself thinking about what you can't do anymore because of your age?
CAN'T isn't in Stephanie Schwartz's vocabulary.
This amazing Reinvention Rebel embodies the idea that we CAN reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage. Age? Just a number that doesn't have to define us.
At 85, she's not only talking the talk but also walking the walk as she pursues her passion as a full-time actor.
She’s not holding back, leaning into new opportunities, challenging herself and
finding immense joy in the journey.
You will love her story about how she nurtured a childhood interest in the arts over decades. From getting started in grade school to appearing in plays alongside her students as a college professor. Now retired, she has abundant time to pursue this passion.
I love what she shares about:
✅ How she started acting in mid-life and restarted 20 years later
✅ Why we should try things we haven't done
✅ Why we should accept invitations and try new things
✅ How rejection helps us grow
✅ Why self-acceptance is so important
✅ How she's learned to be more patient
✅ Why it's so important to ask for what you want
That's just tipping the iceberg on the wisdom she shared.
This episode reminds me that there are endless possibilities for us to shine, lean into our talents, express ourselves and find deep joy.
Get inspired by Stephanie's Reinvention Rebel journey.
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together!
Let's connect:
Instagram: @reinventionrebels
Twitter: @rebelsreinvent
Facebook: @ReinventionRebels
Have you ever considered that when you give yourself permission to focus on YOU, new possibilities emerge?
Or that once you decide to reinvent yourself, things start to move in that direction?
Finding more joy and reinventing ourselves with purpose starts with a commitment to ourselves.
Our dreams and desires matter. Our goals matter. And the only way we're going to make them happen is deciding they are a priority and actually doing something about it!
In this encore episode from season 2, we are revisiting the idea of self-commitment.
You can accelerate your reinvention journey further and faster when you understand that reinventing yourself is more than a list of tasks to cross off a list. It's also about aligning with your purpose and passions.
In this solo episode I share how I:
✳️ gave myself permission to focus on my reinvention journey (aka be happy!)
✳️ ditched people-pleasing to focus on my dreams
✳️ learned to say no to others in order to say yes to me
✳️ made my reinvention journey a priority, not a "someday" task
✳️ tuned into my purpose and passion as reinvention catalysts
✳️ embraced a "perfectly imperfect" mindset to take forward action
Come join me for motivation and inspiration to fuel your own Reinvention Rebel journey. No matter your age or stage in life, you can reinvent yourself at any time.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Reinvention Rebels Episode: Ready to Reinvent? Let's Get Curious?
- Reinvention Rebels Episode: Flex Your Muscle, Find Your Courage & Reinvent Your Life
- Natalie Wester, fierce Reinvention Rebel! Listen to her episode, Solo World Traveler and Whiskey Intern at 61
- Kim Boudreau Smith, bold Reinvention Rebel! Listen to her episode, How I Reinvented 61: Pivots & New Possibilities
Are you 50 or older? Ready for a career or job change?
Join the Camp Reinvention 12- week coaching program for everything you need to make a career pivot, re-enter the workforce, or launch your own biz. Coaches Dana Hilmer and Wendy Perrotti will be your fearless and fabulous guides!
The program kicks off Oct. 27th, check out all the details.
Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together!
Let's connect:
Instagram: @reinventionrebels
Twitter: @rebelsreinvent
Facebook: @ReinventionRebels
Ready for a powerful reinvention story that will help you redefine what it means to age with vibrancy, health, and joy?
Meet 69-year young Vickie Aigner, an integrative fitness guru who has transformed the lives of hundreds of seniors.
Using her virtual Alive, Fit and Free platform, Vickie helps seniors gain strength and energy, build community, and make joyful connections that support vibrant health. Her oldest member, Lois, is 101 and going strong!
These aren't your average seniors. They're modern seniors leaning into being their strongest, sexiest and self-confident selves!
Vickie has overcome numerous obstacles to powerfully reinvent herself and add value to the world. She is changing lives in the best ways!
I love what she shares about her reinvention journey and how she:
✅ transformed her disklike for how seniors are viewed and reimagined the idea of Modern Seniors
✅ created a network of connected seniors and built longevity and vitality
✅ combats isolation and helps seniors build new neuropathways
✅ overcame rectal cancer and continues to reinvent
✅ had to be willing to fall apart in order to come back together better and stronger.
As painful as certain times of her life have been (like being widowed with six kids), she says she wouldn't change a thing.
Vickie shares powerful wisdom about resiliency and how new possibilities can emerge when we're open to reinventing ourselves.
This is a beautiful episode that can help inspire your own reinvention journey!
Mentioned in this episode:
3 Ways Reinvention Rebels Adopt a "Perfectly Imperfect" Mindset
Connect with Vickie:
Website: alivefitandfree.com
Email: vickie@alivefitandfree.com
Instagram: @alivefitandfree
Facebook Group: Alive, Fit and Free
LinkedIn: Alive, Fit and Free
YouTube: Alive, Fit and Free channel
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're nev
Are you 50 or older? Ready for a career or job change?
Join the Camp Reinvention 12- week coaching program for everything you need to make a career pivot, re-enter the workforce, or launch your own biz. Coaches Dana Hilmer and Wendy Perrotti will be your fearless and fabulous guides!
The program kicks off Oct. 27th, check out all the details.
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together!
Let's connect:
Instagram: @reinventionrebels
Twitter: @rebelsreinvent
Facebook: @ReinventionRebels
What would be possible if you created a "perfectly imperfect" mindset?
- Would you pursue your dreams and not get stuck in the how?
- Would you trust that things are unfolding in just the right way?
- Would you take forward action even though your idea wasn't perfectly formed?
- Would you overcome your missteps with grace instead of negative self-talk?
The thing is, Reinvention Rebels, the amazing women between 50 and 90 whom I interview, have learned to embrace a perfectly imperfect mindset.
They are boldly claiming their dreams and going for them even though the details may be unclear.|
Their way on their terms.
They are doing the dang thing.
And guess what? You can create a perfectly imperfect mindset too!
Join me for this episode to learn:
✳️ How we often let perfection get in the way of progress
✳️ Why getting started imperfectly (as opposed to not at all) is so important
✳️ What we can learn from our imperfect reinvention journey
✳️ How two Reinvention Rebels, Angel Cornelius and Kelley Norcia, moved forward with perfectly imperfect action to great success
✳️ 3 perfectly imperfect qualities that Reinvention Rebels possess to make forward progress
This short episode will get you thinking about your own reinvention journey and offers up some simple tips and a compelling question to help you move forward with your dreams.
Reinvention Rebels, what are you waiting for? Let's embrace perfectly imperfect action!
Mentioned in this Episode:
- Reinvention at 72: A Season of Serving - Public Servant, Politician & Policy Maker with Carol Hill-Evans
- Recipe for Midlife Reinvention: Launching a National Beauty Brand at 56 with Angel Cornelius
- Reinventing 53: Helping Women 50+ See Their Inner and Outer Beauty with Kelley Norcia
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams! Please Share What You Loved
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How many of us have considered reinventing ourselves by starting a career in politics at 66? Most likely, not many.
But that's what my guest, Carol HIll-Evans has done.
She has reinvented herself in interesting and bold ways, and in so doing, has created positive and lasting changes in herself and her community.
Her story is inspiring, from getting her undergraduate degrees in her 50s to being elected to the Pennsylvania House of Representatives at 66. At 72, she's going strong, shining her light in extraordinary ways. I love her reinvention story about what's possible as we age when we have a healthy dose of curiosity.
Carol's passion for being of service to others and authenticity makes for a delightful and dynamic reinvention story. She shares insightful lessons that are both inspiring and empowering:
✅ Why she was motivated to go back to school and get her degree in her 50s
✅ How her prior experiences prepared her for her current role as a public servant
✅ Why it's so important to surround yourself with people who believe in you
✅ How her reinvention dream team was the key to her success (we all need one!)
✅ What she learned from losing an election and how it created the space for other opportunities to serve
✅ How we can turn disappoints into fuel for our reinventions
✅ How she continues to reinvent herself through tragedy
Carol reminds us that we'll find obstacles along our path but with faith, there's nothing we can't overcome.
She beautifully exemplifies the idea that we can reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage of life. There's no expiration date. At 72, she continues to reinvent herself in brave and bold ways.
Lean in and listen to her inspiring story and then consider what could be possible in your future, no matter your age.
Connect with Carol Hill-Evans:
Website: Pennsylvania House of Representatives
Mentioned in this episode:
Season 4, Episode 3 - Reinvention at 50+: Ready to Thrive? You Gotta Build Your Bounce-Back-Ability Muscle
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I'm building an empowering community of midlife and older women (aka Reinvention Rebels) on Instagram - I'm @reinventionrebels.
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
Ever notice that some people have the unique ability to bounce back from obstacles?
The kind of people who can maneuver around daunting roadblocks in their way and make things work.
The kind of people who are able to figure out and navigate the craziness and uncertainty of midlife with more ease and grace than many of us.
People that can do that have what I call “bounce-back-ability”
It doesn’t mean they don’t struggle or get frustrated but they are open to figuring things out. They are willing to build their trust muscle and keep things moving in the direction of their dreams.
They are resilient as all get out despite challenging circumstances.
Bounce-back-ability is a unique quality that Reinvention Rebels possess, the amazing women between 50 and 90 that I have the honor to interview.
They have tough times and they keep it moving.
Do you have it too?
Listen to this episode and you'll learn:
✳️ The three key ingredients for bounce-back-ability
✳️ Why bounce-back-ability is so important
✳️ One action you can take to build your bounce-back-ability muscle
Ready to build this muscle to make it easier to respond (and not react) to life's challenges? Developing this muscle will help and I'm excited to share my 3-ingredient "not so secret" secret sauce for crushing midlife challenges (or at least approaching them with more confidence and grace!).
Mentioned in this episode:
Episode with Wendy's mom: Reinventing My 80s: How I Thrive at 89 - Curiosity, Community & Connection with Elaine Battles
Season 4, Episode 1 - Reinvention at 50+: Learning How to Show Up for Yourself is a Key Ingredient
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I'm building an empowering community of midlife and older women (aka Reinvention Rebels) on Instagram - I'm @reinventionrebels.
Don't forget to visit Reinvention Rebels on Facebook. And find me on Twitter @RebelsReinvent
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
If someone asked you to model bathing suits and lingerie in your 40-something, plus-sized body and silver hair, would you do it?
Would you kick limiting societal beliefs about how a midlife body should look to the curb, lean in and do it anyway?
Or would you think of a hundred reasons why you shouldn’t and let the opportunity pass you by?
In the case of Reinvention Rebel Rachel Peru, she leaned in, quieted her naysayer mind, and created a whole new, empowered life.
Rachel celebrates her body just the way it is, reminding us that every body is a beautiful body in all our exquisite shapes and sizes.
She’s built body confidence, not just in herself but others too.
And she started a fabulous podcast, Out of the Bubble, that celebrates stories of empowered midlife women finding their voice and groove, expanding their lives in kickass ways.
In this encouraging, I-can-do-anything interview, I love what Rachel shares about:
✅ How she found midlife confidence and went for it
✅ Why it's so important to say Yes to our dreams, no matter our age
✅ How curiosity helped kickstart her modeling career at 46 (you'll love her story!)
✅ How she shifted her mindset to one of self-acceptance
✅ How skydiving helped increase her comfort zone
✅ What she learned from sharing others’ stories on her podcast and what inspires her most about midlife women
And that’s just a tiny piece of what makes Rachel a fierce Reinvention Rebel. She shares abundant midlife wisdom in uplifting ways.
I can't wait for you to listen and soak up her expansive ideas about what midlife can be for any of us. Lean in and then consider what your reinvention story might look like.
**Connect with Rachel:
Website: rachelperu.co.uk
Instagram: @rachelperu1 Twitter: @rachel_peru LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/rachel-peru Facebook: Rachel Peru
Mentioned in this Episode:**
- Out of the Bubble: Are you a "Reinvention Rebel?" with Pro-age influencer, speaker and podcast host Wendy Battles
- Out of the Bubble: Finding new passion and purpose through sport with Jo Moseley
- Reinvention at 50+: Learning to Show Up for Yourself is a Key Ingredient
- Reinventing My 70s: Modeling at 72, Kickboxing at 74 with Carolyn Doelling
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Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
Do you know that showing up for yourself is a key ingredient in your midlife reinvention secret sauce?
Ever notice that paying more attention to your own needs in midlife (aka showing up for yourself) can contribute to deeper happiness and satisfaction?
When was the last time you showed up for yourself - and made space for your dreams and desires to be a priority, not a "someday" activity?
Showing up for ourselves is at once important and empowering, and often hard to do. The drumbeat of others' needs can drown out our own if we let them. But the benefits of showing up for ourselves shouldn't be downplayed. In fact, they should be celebrated.
When we show up for ourselves and lean into our needs, we acknowledge that we matter.
Getting the reinvention process going - that process of stepping into our own and becoming a Reinvention Rebel - starts with us identifying what we want. It means turning the lens to focus on ourselves.
I'm excited to kick off season 4 with this solo episode that shines a light on why showing up for ourselves is so important. It's about why you should add showing up for yourself to your reinvention sauce. In this solo episode I share:
✳️ What I learned about myself this summer when it comes to showing up
✳️ Why showing up for ourselves is so important
✳️ 3 questions for you to noodle on about showing up for yourself and how you can get started
And lots of other cool insights. Think of it as a grown-up post-summer book report. 😂
It's the perfect way to kick off season 4 with new opportunities for our personal growth and development. We're all back in the saddle after summer, let's re-focus on our biggest reinvention dreams and start to make them happen! Putting yourself first is a start.
Are you ready to add showing up for yourself to your Reinvention Rebels secret sauce? This key ingredient will make all the difference. Lean in and listen to this season's kickoff episode. Let's get inspired together!
Mentioned in this Episode:
- Reinventing My 60s: Solo World Traveler & Whiskey Intern at 61 with Natalie Wester
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I'm building an empowering community of midlife and older women (aka Reinvention Rebels) on Instagram - I'm @reinventionrebels.
Don't forget to visit Reinvention Rebels on Facebook. And find me on Twitter @RebelsReinvent
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
I'm so excited -- Season 4 of the Reinvention Rebels podcast starts on September 15!
Have you been thinking about reinventing yourself in some way?
Are you in midlife and clamoring for a change?
Are you in your 60s, 70s, or beyond in need of reinvention role models to remind you about what's possible?
Have you ever had that "I want more from my life" feeling but you're not sure where to start?
The new season of the Reinvention Rebels podcast is for you!
If you're ready for motivation and inspiration to pursue your reinvention dreams, you will love Season 4!
Listen to this special preview of what's coming up this season and get excited with me! There are endless possibilities for us to reinvent, reimagine and refresh our lives, on our terms.
A few highlights:
✅ Amazing reinvention stories from women between 50 and 90 who have reimagined their lives in interesting and bold ways
✅ Discussions about how these Reinvention Rebels got started on their reinvention path and kept going, despite obstacles
✅ Ideas to spark your own reinvention journey
✅ Wisdom to remind you anything is possible (like Stephanie who's pursuing a full-time acting career at 85!)
and so much more!
Simple truth: We can reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage. Ready to reinvent yourself and soak up the stories of women who have already done it?
Lean in, listen and let's reinvent ourselves and get inspired together. ❤️
P.S. Catch up on what you missed - check out the Season 3 highlights episode for a hit of reinvention inspiration while you wait for the new season to begin. So many inspiring reinvention stories waiting for you!
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Subscribe to the Reinvention Rebels podcast on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or Spotify (or wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts!)
Ready to pursue your midlife and beyond dreams? Here's a simple and fun way to get started and kick uncertainty to the curb! Download my audio cheat sheet, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inpsire Your Reinvention Journey. Let's get inspired together. 🥳 It's never too late and you're never too old to pursue your dreams!
What kind of reinvention magic is possible when you lean into your purpose and passions?
Talk to any one of my Season 3 Reinvention Rebels, the unapologetic and bold women between 50 and 90 that I interview, and they'll tell you "anything."
The truth is simple.
You can be as badass as you want to be.
You can invite in more joy and fun.
You can make the biggest or tiniest dreams a reality.
You can kick limiting notions of how women age to the curb.
You can own your greatness and shine your light on your terms.
There are limitless possibilities to be who you want to be as you age!
Reinvention Rebels should know. They've truly leaned into their purpose and have amazing reinvention stories to share.
Ready for some serious inspo? You'll love this season 3 highlights episode. A little taste of the amazing women who graced me with their presence this season.
Check out these fabulous highlights and then listen to the full episodes - again, or for the first time!
Episode 1: Reinventing 62: From Courtroom Counselor to Community Collaborator with Michelle St JaneEpisode 2: Reinventing My 50s: Creating Community & Cultivating Joy with Tracie MomieEpisode 3:Recipe for Reinvention: Reinventing Yourself Means Learning to Let GoEpisode 4: Running to Reinvent: Newbie Runner at 55, Global Marathoner at 71 with Mary NewellEpisode 5: Reinventing My 50s: Self-Compassion is My Superpower with Dr. Ellen AlbertsonEpisode 6: Reinventing and Almost 80: How I Created an Award-Winning Travel Podcast with Lea LaneEpisode 7: Recipe for Reinvention: Don't Go it Alone - How to Build Your Reinvention Dream Team!
Episode 8: Reinventing My 80s: How I Thrive at 89 - Curiosity, Community & Connection with Elaine Battles
Episode 9: Reinventing Entrepreneurship - Innovation, Improvisation & Figuring St out at 61 with Ellen Feldman Ornato
Episode 10: Reinventing 50: The Show Must Go On – From Opera Singer to Mental Fitness Coach with Franzie Jean-Louis
Episode 11: Midlife Reinvention: How I Got My GED at 43 and Became a Best Selling Author at 52 with Jill Carlyle**
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What if you listened to your inner wisdom as a guide to pursue your biggest midlife dreams?
What if you kicked naysayers to the curb, ignoring their self-limiting beliefs about what you can achieve?
And what if you believed in yourself like never before?
That's just what 52-year young Reinvention Rebel Jill Carlyle has done!
This fierce Rebel has gone for it when others told her not to and she's reinvented herself in bold, brave, and empowering ways.
She's grown into her authentic self, finding her voice and sharing her story with the world.
She not only got her GED at 43 but has gone on to earn multiple degrees and become an adjunct professor.
And now she's added bestselling author to her list too, having published her memoir, Finding Fifty.
But the path to greater self-permission and self-empowerment wasn't easy.
She's overcome huge obstacles and worked through multiple issues to get to where she is today.
Her story is about victory, overcoming odds, and being true to oneself, no matter what others think.
I love what Jill shares about:
✅ How faith and hope motivated her to keep moving forward and get her GED at 43
✅ Why we have to stay focused on our own journey, not someone else's
✅ How she built her "knowing" muscle to live life with more certainty
✅ Why finding inner peace has brought her the most joy
✅ How writing her book helped her transform her life
✅ Why starting small and taking baby steps is so important
✅ How we can all inspire ourselves forward
✅ Why she rejects society's limited notions of women as we age
There is so much joy and inspiration in a midlife woman rising. Jill's reinvention story is testimony to what's possible for any of us when we choose to move forward with certainty and wisdom.
What's your reinvention story? What would be possible if you were willing to step into your own greatness?
**Connect with Jill:
Instagram: @jillcarlylewrites Facebook: @Jillwritesabook*Facebook Group:* Finding Fifty
Website: jillcarlylewrites.com
Website:** www.theempoweredpress.com
Mentioned in the episode:✅ Franzie Jean-Louis episode✅Arlene Walker episode Please Share What You Loved
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How does a burnt-out opera singer reinvent herself as someone who uplifts souls and helps people shine?
An interesting journey of self-development full of twists and turns, that's how.
50-year young Franzie Jean-Louis is living on purpose in "rebelicious" ways!
The self-proclaimed Mental Fitness Coach is on fire, sharing her light and radiance in the world and helping other people find their inner light too.
But it wasn't always this way.
Franzie dreamed of making it big in the opera world, yet struggled with perfectionism and "getting it right." So much so that by 22, she'd lost the desire to perform.
Humbled and unsure, she slowly carved out a new path, making discoveries about herself along the way.
Hers has been an unfolding, multi-year reinvention journey to arrive at her current destination. Each step of the way uncovered a piece of the puzzle in finding her true purpose. Along her path, she learned to trust her inner wisdom, overcome perfectionism, and live with joy.
We had the best conversation about reinvention and her evolution. I love what she shares about:
✅ Why she was burnt out as an opera singer by 22 and what she learned about herself
✅ How perfectionism thwarted her opera career
✅ Why it’s important to build a “go with the flow” muscle to combat perfectionism
✅ How she missed the step of “just being Franzie” and the impact that had
✅ Why we need to listen to the clues that are in our reinvention path
✅ How focusing on others, instead of herself, helped move her forward and nurture compassion
✅ Why we should pay attention to those things we can do with ease
✅ How we can improve our mental fitness daily to remain in the driver's seat of wellness
✅ Why our mindset matters as we reinvent ourselves
And so many more insights and nuggets of wisdom!
This episode will inspire you about the possibilities that exist within you already. Franzie proves that midlife women are only getting started. That we can reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage, no matter our circumstances.
Lean in, listen and soak up her immense wisdom and then consider how you can flex your mental fitness muscles to reinvent yourself too!
**Connect with Franzie:
LinkedIn: Franzie Jean-Louis Instagram: @franziecoaching Facebook: Franzie Jean-Louis**Franzie's Book - Potential is Boundless
Franzie's Music on Soundcloud
Mentioned in the episode:✅ Kim Boudreau Smith episode✅ Elaine Battles episode✅ Ellen Feldman Ornato episode Please Share What You Loved
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What kind of reinvention magic can we create in our 60s?
What if we leaned into our inner voice, trusted our gut, and created something that added value to the world in fun and inspiring ways?
And what if that creation included working side by side with our best friend to help women find their empowered voices through comedy improv?
Such is the awakened and adventurous reinvention journey of 61-year young Ellen Feldman Ornato.
This fierce, fabulous and empowered Reinvention Rebel knows a thing or two about reinvention.
Like many of us, Ellen has reinvented herself many times as an adult. But her current reinvention as co-owner of Bolder Company (don't you just love this name?!) is definitely her best and most fulfilling.
How cool is it to have an expansive Reinvention Rebels mindset where age is simply a number, not a limit?
Where new possibilities abound if we seek them out?
Where we can keep on dreaming and making those goals a reality, along the way uncovering our wisdom and a deep awakening about how we shine?
There are so many nuggets of wisdom and deep insights in this episode. I love what Ellen shares about:
✅ How having fun and leaning into her non-linear career path helped lay the groundwork for her current reinvention
✅ Why consistent action is key to moving forward with our reinvention dreams
✅ How midlife women can build in more fun and develop their self-expression muscle
✅ Why "what are you afraid of?" is a key question to ask yourself as you reinvent
✅ How you can spark joy through building new, creative muscles
✅ Why improv is a gateway to self-expression and helps us find our authentic voice
✅ How we can use improv as a way to elevate and support one another
✅ Why women need to learn to find their bold voices and let them out to help change the world.
Ready for a big dose of inspiration to fuel your midlife reinvention path? This is the perfect elixir, full of delight and possibilities! You can't help but connect with Ellen's interesting life and reinvention path, and see a part of yourself in her story.
**Connect with Ellen:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ellen.ornato Instagram: @emfo444 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ellen-feldman-ornato/ Website: https://www.theboldercompany.com**
Mentioned in the episode:Reinventing My 80s: How I Thrive at 89 - Curiosity, Community & Connection with Elaine Battles (Wendy's mom) Please Share What You Loved
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What if your 80s included ample amounts of art appreciation, community involvement, and pursuing those things that light you up?
What if being 89 meant vibrant living, memoir writing, and inspiring others about what's possible?
This is the story of my very special guest, my mom, Elaine. ❤️
In addition to mom, I also call her an almost-90 phenom.
She is quite the Reinvention Rebel.
She's excited about life and new possibilities.
She's not afraid to carve a new path.
She's taken cool classes like memoir writing to curate and leave behind our family history.
She's a patron of the arts, stimulating her mind with new ideas and experiences.
She's reinvented herself many times in many different ways over the years. And she's got some wonderful, sage words to share including:
✳️ Why role models are key to her development and her ongoing reinvention journey
✳️ How we can reinvent ourselves throughout our life, no matter our age
✳️ Why reinvention can happen in both big and small ways
✳️ How her curiosity has expanded her life to see new possibilities
✳️ Why you shouldn't be afraid to take chances
✳️ How she's leaned into her interests to support her many reinventions
And so many more stories of self-discovery, resilience, and family history.
I couldn't help but soak up our family stories, learning some new things along the way. We laughed, tried not to cry, and delighted in this shared mother-daughter experience. A precious conversation I'm honored to have had and will always cherish. 🥰
Sit back, lean in, and take a listen to this special episode about what's possible when we lean into curiosity and approach life with a sense of wonder and appreciation.
Mom reminds me that there are endless possibilities to find joy, practice self-love and lean into our abundant gifts and talents.
Mentioned in this Episode:
- Recipe for Reinvention: Don't Go it Alone - How to Build Your Reinvention Dream Team with Wendy Battles
- Reinventing and Almost 80: How I Created an Award-Winning Travel Podcast with Lea Lane
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I'm building an empowering community of midlife and older women (aka Reinvention Rebels) on Instagram - I'm @reinventionrebels.
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What happens when you welcome in support to enable forward progress toward a goal or dream? It makes a difference, right?
Reinventing ourselves and stepping into whom we're meant to be is no small task. We can go it alone or we can choose to walk that reinvention path with others.
I believe it's deeply empowering (and more effective) when we work together toward our reinvention goals.
This solo episode is chock full of ideas to get you thinking about how you can create your own Reinvention Dream Team. You just may find that it's easier than you think.
A few highlights:
✳️ Why "going it alone" makes reinvention tough
✳️ Why asking for help from others is empowering
✳️ Two reinvention stories - when I went it alone and when I sought support
✳️ How a reinvention team can help us move forward toward our goals
✳️ How we can invite in more support with ease (hint: it involves speaking up)
✳️ Why trust plays a key role in reinventing ourselves
And many more nuggets of wisdom!
Ready to get inspired and go all-in on yourself and your dreams with the help of others? Lean in and listen to this episode for some powerful motivation to think about your own reinvention team.
Who would be on your Reinvention Dream Team and how can you start to assemble it today?
Mentioned in the episode:
Reinventing Yourself Means Learning to Let Go (Season 3, Ep. 3) - Check out the 3 ingredients you need to learn to reinvent yourself with more ease. It's easier than you think!
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I'm building an empowering community of midlife and older women (aka Reinvention Rebels) on Instagram - I'm @reinventionrebels.
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Can you imagine embarking on something new at exciting that you've never done before in your late 70s and sharing it with the world?
That's just what happened when an almost-80 year young travel writer couldn't globetrot thanks to the pandemic. With time on her hands, she created an award-winning travel podcast, at 79, with listeners in over 110 countries.
Meet the energetic and engaging Lea Lane - noted author, travel blogger for Forbes.com, and now, podcast host. Lea shares her gifts for travel, conversation and adventure with listeners on her podcast, Places I Remember with Lea Lane.
Can't travel right now? Lea gives us a global passport to soak up the beauty and joy of traveling.
Where some see age limitations, Lea sees possibilities for learning, personal growth, and new experiences.
Her story is inspiring on many levels. I love what she shares about:
✳️ How the pandemic and health challenges led her to reinvent herself as a podcaster at 79
✳️ How she expanded her mindset to see new possibilities beyond her imagination
✳️ What she's gained from her reinvention journey and podcasting
✳️ What she learned from others' inspiring stories that we can apply to our own lives
✳️ Why we should follow our dreams at any age
✳️ Why we need to keep our minds sharp and our hearts open
✳️ How she turned her love of travel into a career
✳️ How to get started with traveling solo and her top 3 travel destinations
This episode will inspire and transform your ideas about what's possible as we age. Lea proves that age is simply a number and there are truly no limits. She eloquently illustrates and expresses the desires of so many of us as we age - to live full out, boldly and with deep joy and satisfaction.
Connect with Lea:
Award-winning travel podcast: Places I Remember with Lea Lane
Website: placesirememberlealane.com Twitter: @lealane
Instagram: PlacesIRememberLeaLane
Facebook travel page: PlacesIRememberwithLeaLane
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In what ways do you cultivate self-compassion in your life?
Do you know that self-compassion is a powerful elixir to navigate midlife with more grace, confidence, and joy? It's true -- self-compassion is a potent ingredient in your midlife recipe for reinvention success.
Spend a little time with Dr. Ellen Albertson and you'll learn about her own journey to deeper self-compassion and self-love and the lessons she's learned.
This fierce and fabulous 59-year young Reinvention Rebel knows the power of self-compassion to transform her midlife insecurities into exciting new possibilities.
She has reinvented herself multiple times over, each time gaining clarity about her path and leaning into her authentic self. She's on fire, rocking midlife, and helping other women to do the same. Her work helping women shine is grounded in the notion of self-compassion to help light our midlife path.
I love what Dr. Ellen shares about:
✅ Why self-compassion is a superpower
✅ Why self-compassion is both a parachute and life vest
✅ Why starting your reinvention journey with self-compassion is so important
✅ How to grow your self-compassion muscle with 3 key steps
✅ How self-compassion improves body image
✅ How we can change our thoughts and beliefs in midlife to support our dreams
✅ How we can turn fear into excitement
And so much more!
There is deep wisdom, insight, and inspiration in this episode. Listen and lean into the possibilities for midlife reinvention - you too can rock midlife in bold and kickass ways!
Are you ready to rock midlife like never before? Sit back, relax and enjoy this amazing episode!
Connect with Ellen:
Website: https://themidlifewhisperer.com/
Book: Rock Your Midlife
Social Media:
Instagram: @The_Midlife_Whisperer
Twitter @RockYourMidlife
Facebook: Dr. Ellen Albertson
Linkedin: @drellenalbertson
Pinterest: @tigerwellness1
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What if at 71 you felt the strongest and most empowered you've felt in your body, EVER?
It's possible as my guest, Reinvention Rebel Mary Newell, can attest.
At 71-years young, Mary is vibrant, healthy, athletic and strong. So much so that she's run in marathons around the world and has no plans to stop. Ever.
Even cooler? She didn't start running until she was 55, proving it's never too late to start, to reimagine, to reinvent ourselves.
Growing up, Mary was the quintessential bookworm. While her siblings were enjoying athletics, she had her head in a book, soaking up knowledge.
As an adult, she struggled with her weight and never imagined running could be for her. That is, until one serendipitous day at the gym she upped her speed walking on the treadmill to a light jog.
That tiny action changed everything, literally the trajectory of her life.
This episode is brimming with wisdom! I love what Mary shares about:
✳️ How she went from a newbie runner at 55 to running in global marathons at 71
✳️ Why we have to set aside time in order to reinvent ourselves
✳️ How she stopped making limiting assumptions about her life and the new possibilities that afforded her
✳️ Why it's so important to build community as we age
✳️ How being part of the running community (aka her reinvention team), has played a pivotal role in her longevity
✳️ Why there's a lesson to be learned in everything we do and try
✳️ How we can nurture and feel great about our changing bodies, no matter our age
and so much more!
You can't help but see new possibilities for your own life after listening to Mary's story. She reminds us that we each possess the possibility to learn, grow and thrive as we age, each in our own unique way.
Connect with Mary via email: mary@marynewell.com
Mentioned in this episode:
Reinventing My 60s: Solo World Traveler & Whiskey Intern at 61 with Natalie Wester
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What's possible when you lean into your dreams, take action and then let go?
Ever notice that things unfold in a simpler (often less stressful!) way?
That when we're willing to make forward progress AND trust things are moving in our direction, we can get a lot further than when we try to control every step of the way? (I'm a recovering control freak myself. You too?)
Letting go can be tough. It's human nature to want to control things. To try and shift things in the direction of our dreams. On our timetable.
But things hardly ever work out that way. In fact, we often end up expelling more energy than if we learned to let go and trust in the first place.
If only it was that simple! But it is possible to make forward progress and learn to let go.
In this episode, I share about how you can learn to let go to support your reinvention dreams. Highlights include:
✳️ Why letting go is so important in our personal development journey
✳️ How trying to control things leads to frustration and lackluster results
✳️ How leaning in and listening to our inner wisdom can help us realize our dreams
✳️ How I learned to let go of control (and move toward my dreams with joy (and so much less anxiety)
✳️ My before and after "letting go" stories and the powerful lessons I learned about myself
✳️ The 3 key ingredients you need to help you let go and realize your dreams more easily!
and so much more wisdom and food for thought.
If you're noodling over the possibility of reinventing yourself or you're already moving forward, try these three ingredients on for size.
Mentioned in this episode:
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Introducing Reinvention Rebels - This was my first episode back in Season 1 when I shared a taste of how I ended up hosting the podcast - my inspiration and some fun facts about me that led me here.
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Reinventing My 50s: Self-Reflection & Silence: How I Uncovered My Purpose at 54 - Learn about how I've learned to live on purpose and lean into what I'm meant to do. I know it's possible for you to do the same.
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Ready to Reinvent Yourself? Let's Get Curious! How to use Curiosity as a Catalyst for Realizing Your Dreams - in this episode, I share about the power of curiosity to help us uncover, follow and achieve our dreams.
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What if turning 50 sparked a reinvention revolution inside of you that inspired action?
And what if that inspired action led to impacting and elevating 50-something women everywhere, spreading joy, hope and inspiration?
That's just what my guest, fierce and fabulous Tracie Momiem has done!
This 51-year young Reinvention Rebel is all about creating community, cultivating joy and leaning into her creative genius. She is the founder of the Face of Fifty community on Instagram, showcasing how women are thriving in this new decade. She's also a five-time author, fresh off the release of her most recent book, You Had Me Fooled.
What an empowering conversation we had about reinvention and new possibilities! I love what Tracie shares about:
✅ why it's so important to try out different things to uncover our passions
✅ how Tracie leaned in to find her own reinvention joy
✅ why you need to find the "just right fit" for you and your reinvention journey (not someone else's)
✅ how she reinvented herself as a book author in midlife, fueling her passion.
✅ why figuring out what's not for you is just as important as figuring out what is
✅ how she's inspiring women through her Face of Fifty Instagram platform
✅why a reinvention "team" is so important to your success
✅how we can set healthy boundaries and invite others along on our reinvention journey
You will love our inspiring and engaging conversation about what can be possible as we age. As Tracie can attest, pretty much anything!
Connect with Tracie:
Website: traciemomie.com
Instagram: @traciemomie
Instagram: @faceoffifty
Mentioned in this episode:
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Check out the conversation Tracie and I had on Instagram Live about reinvention.
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Setting healthy boundaries is key to reinvention. Listen to this episode with my guest Barb Nangle, Boundaries Coach: 12 Steps Programs & Self-Awareness: How I Lead My Life on Purpose
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I had the pleasure of joining hosts Billy and Brian on their Mindful Midlife Crisis podcast as a guest for our episode, The Reinvention Rebellion.
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Who do you know that thrives on new possibilities and isn't afraid to reinvent herself across decades? Someone who is passionate about community building and intergenerational collaboration?
One of these amazing people is 62-year young Michelle St Jane. This fierce and fearless Reinvention Rebel has reimagined what it looks like to start fresh in her 50s and 60s while helping to make the world a better place.
After running a successful, all-women law firm in Bermuda, Michelle was itching for more. At 50, she started a doctorate program, graduating at 55 with expertise in leadership and social responsibility. As a faculty member, she’s lectured at universities in the US, Canada and England And she’s got a BIG vision - at 61 she started a podcast for global leaders as the host of Life & Leadership: A Conscious Journey.
In her reinvented life Michelle thrives on building community to develop inspired and conscious leaders. But that's not all, she also continues to focus on her own conscious awakening and new ways to reinvent herself.
I love what Michelle shares about:
✳️ Why we should pursue what we're passionate about and lights us up
✳️ How she's consciously chosen her reinvention path, listening to her calling to do more to contribute to the world
✳️ Why assessments can help us reinvent ourselves to shine
✳️ How we can honor the uniqueness of who are through our reinventions
✳️ Why our over-50 brain can propel us forward in new and exciting ways
✳️ How we can acknowledge and transform negative beliefs as a building block to our personal growth.
Michelle is warm, funny, and full of reinvention wisdom. Her ideas will help you see new possibilities for what you can create in your own life!
Connect with Michelle:
Website: https://www.podpage.com/life-leadership-a-conscious-journey
LinkedIn: @michellestjane
Instagram: @michellestjanementor
Twitter: @MichelleStJane
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/michelle.stjane/
Mentioned in this episode: 71-year young Reinvention Rebel Barbara Healy. Check out her episode when she joined me in the Reinvention Rebels guest chair in July 2021.
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What happens when you find a tribe of A-MAZ-ING women, 50 to 90 years young, and ask them to share their bold and inspiring reinvention stories? Pure pro-age, reinvention magic, that's what!
Season 2 of the Reinvention Rebels podcast is a wrap. I am eternally grateful for each of these beautiful souls who graced me with their presence over the last 6 months!
The end of the season also means it's time to walk down memory lane with a highlight episode. These amazing stories of boldness, courage, self-permission, resilience and pro-age badassery will have you excited to think about your own life!
Mentioned in this episode:
Episode 1: 53-year young Kelley Norcia - Helping Women 50+ See Their Inner & Outer Beauty
Episode 2: Solo World Traveler and Whiskey Intern at 61 with Natalie Wester
Episode 3: Ready to Reinvent? Let's Get Curious
Episode 4: 50 is the New 50: Live BOLD with Loukia Mastrodimos
Episode 5: How I Reinvented Myself as a Published Author at 62 with Arlene Walker
Episode 6: Flex Your Muscle, Find Your Courage & Reinvent Your Life
Episode 7: Reinvention at 70: Purpose, Persistence & Positivity with Barbara Healy
Episode 8: Reinventing My 70s - Modeling at 72, Kickboxing at 74 with Carolyn Doelling
Episode 9: Reinvention at 61 - Liberated & LIT with Ife Michelle Gardin
Episode 10: How I Reinvented 61: Pivots & New Possibilities with Kim Boudreau Smith
Episode 11: Accelerate Your Reinvention Journey with Commitment, Purpose & Passion
Episode 12: Camp Reinvention - Helping Women 50+ Change Their Careers by the End of the Year with Dana Hilmer
Episode 13: How I Reinvented My 50s, 60s and 70s to Manifest My Dreams with Janet Luongo
Episode 14: My Midlife Reinvention in Spain - From Academia to the Oprah of Menopause with Lori Tharps
Episode 15: Recipe for Midlife Reinvention: Launching a National Beauty Brand at 56 with Angel Cornelius
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What would be possible if a tiny idea cooked up in your kitchen at 56 led to a bold midlife reinvention playing out in your 60s?
And what if that reinvention helped other midlife women to normalize and embrace aging, learning to love the skin they're in?
Such is the reinvention journey of 61-year young Reinvention Rebel Angel Cornelius, a fierce and fabulous pro-age advocate. She is shining a light on the unique hair and skincare needs of midlife women. This health care administrator turned beauty entrepreneur is positively impacting the lives of midlife women through her national beauty brand, Maison 276.
We had a fabulous, fun and empowering convo about midlife reinvention, acknowledging that it's never too late to start fresh. Angel has gone for it in the most inspiring ways and I know you'll love her sage words about what is possible in midlife and beyond! (hint: anything)
There are so many nuggets of wisdom here. I especially love what Angel shares about:
- why it's so important to say yes and trust our gut
- how we can all learn to do hard things. Just because it's hard doesn't mean we shouldn't do it
- why finding the right people who are willing to help us is crucial on our reinvention path
- how she launched and grew her company while holding down a full-time job
- how she's helping midlife women to embrace their midlife bodies including changes to our hair and skincare needs
- why it's important to embrace our silver-haired journey on our own terms, not someone else's
- how she's giving midlife women a voice and platform to show up as their authentic selves and own midlife joyfully and unapologetically
and so much more!
I invite you to settle in for a great conversation that can't help but get you thinking about what's possible in your own life. You may not be ready to start a national beauty brand but I bet you can create something equally interesting and exciting in your own life.
Connect with Angel:
Website: maison276.com
Instagram: @maison_276
Instagram: @angelucornelius
email: info@maison276.com
Mentioned in this episode: Kim Boudreau Smith. Check out her episode when she joined me in the Reinvention Rebels guest chair.
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What would be possible if you dreamed BIGGER and BOLDER than ever before?
If you ignored the naysayers who discouraged you or said you couldn't do it?
If you surrounded yourself with a positive tribe of supporters who normalized your midlife dreams and reminded you that they are, in fact, VERY possible?
What you'd have is the midlife reinvention of Lori Tharps.
This amazing Reinvention Rebel traded in a stable career in academia to reimagine her life on another continent, tune into her creativity and become the self-proclaimed Oprah of menopause through her My Bloody Hell podcast.
Lori's story is inspiring, empowering, and full of curiosity and adventure - just what a reinvention should be!
I love what Lori shares about:
- why it's never too late to reinvent yourself in midlife or beyond
- how she and her family uncovered their "why" for moving from the US to Spain, uprooting their familiar life for a global experience
- why taking forward action starts with one simple step in the desired direction
- how she normalized her dreams and started realizing they're attainable
- how she cultivated her own personal cheer squad of "guides on the side" to support her dream
- how reimagining her life shifted her perspective and opened up new possibilities she hadn't seen before
- how being open to reinvention led her to find her true calling
- how she's leaning into her creative muse to empower women on their menopause journey through her My Bloody Hell podcast
and so much more!
This episode is filled with wisdom, joy, encouragement, and hope. Lori reminds us that if she can reinvent herself at midlife and start fresh in a new country, we too can have a personal "do-over" and reinvent ourselves in a way that works for us.
You can't help but think a little differently about what's possible in your own life after hearing Lori's reinvention journey!
Connect with Lori:
Website: mybloodyhell.com
Website: loriltharps.com
Instagram: @my_bloodyhell
Facebook: My Bloody Hell
Twitter: @my_bloodyhell
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What would be possible if we reinvented ourselves in our 50s, 60s, AND 70s?
According to 72-year young Reinvention Rebel Janet Luongo, just about anything!
This energetic artist and activist should know. She's not only reinvented herself multiple times later in life, but she's also honed her reinvention skills over many years.
Can you imagine seeing yourself exhibiting your artwork in Paris and then fearlessly making it happen?
Yep, she did that.
And writing a memoir about a year in your life at 18 and getting it published at 72? She did that too!
Reinventing herself many times over has yielded impactful lessons in self-empowerment, resilience, courage, and a desire to contribute her time and talents to make the world a better place.
The common denominator: she has learned how to manifest her dreams, turning her ideas into reality. She reminds us that we can do that too!
I love what Janet shares about:
- how she's manifested her desires in every decade
- why she quit her job during a critical time to reinvent herself
- how trusting her gut led to a host of new opportunities
- why experimentation and self-discovery are important parts of the reinvention process
- how we can rekindle our dreams, no matter how many years have gone by
- why patience is key to reinventing ourselves (it almost never happens overnight!)
- how she continues to reinvent herself at 72 in inspiring ways
and so much more!
This episode is so juicy, so joyful, so full of ideas to ignite your own thinking about what's possible as you age.
We can reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage and Janet epitomizes just how possible this is. As Janet says, "you are worthy of all good things."
Connect with Janet:
Website: janet.luongo.com
Instagram: @janetluongo
LinkedIn: @janetluongo
Facebook: Janet Loungo
Twitter: @janetluongo
Buy Janet's Book: Rebellion, 1967, A Memoir
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What would be possible if you boldly reinvented yourself until you found the just-right fit, and then helped other women reinvent themselves in equally bold and inspiring ways?
What if your work as a reinvention coach not only helped women 50+ see new possibilities but also helped turn ageism in the workplace on its head?
Such is the work of 56-year young Reinvention Rebel Dana Hilmer. Dana is no stranger to reinvention, having done the reinvention dance many times. From corporate marketing executive to successful published author (with three young kids, no less) and many others in between. But when she discovered the power and grace of coaching, she knew she had found her just-right reinvention.
Now's she's on a mission to help midlife women 50+ reinvent themselves and find their career mojo through her Camp Reinvention program with fellow coach Wendy Perrotti.
Such a great conversation with this kindred spirit, leaning into our shared passion for inspiring women to look beyond pre-set boundaries and embrace so much more.
I love what Dana shares about:
- how you can use your age as an asset in your career
- why you need to pursue your own definition of success, not someone else's
- how your reinvention can be as big or small as you want
- why it's important to surround yourself with people on a similar reinvention journey, not go it alone
- how being vulnerable and tapping into moments when you feel truly alive is crucial to reinventing yourself
- why it's important to start your reinvention before you're fully ready (even when scared!)
- how her Camp Reinvention program is helping women transform their careers in profound and kickass ways!
And this is just scratching the surface! This episode is rich with Dana's wisdom, inspiration, and insights. Our conversation can't help but motivate you to consider your own reinvention journey.
What can your midlife reinvention look like & how will you start?
Connect with Dana:
Website: campreinvention.com
Program: Change Your Career by the End of the Year Accelerator program
Join Facebook Group: Happy After 50
Free e-book: Freedom From What Keeps You Stuck – Uncover and Break the Hidden Patterns That Hold You Back
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What would be possible if you gave yourself permission to fully focus on your reinvention journey?
Unlimited reinvention possibilities, that's what!
You can do, create, and be anything you like when you commit to seeing your reinvention journey through.
The truth is that reinventing yourself doesn't happen overnight. It takes time and commitment. It takes prioritizing your self-growth and self-care over other things competing for your attention.
It acknowledges that your hopes and dreams deserve your focus.
It means you are amazing and worth the investment!
You can accelerate your reinvention journey further and faster when you understand that reinventing yourself is more than a list of tasks to cross off a list. It's also about aligning with your purpose and passions. Get that trifecta working and anything is possible!
I can't wait for you to listen to this episode and up your commitment to your own reinvention path. I share how I:
- gave myself permission to focus on my reinvention journey (aka be happy!)
- ditched people-pleasing to focus on my dreams
- learned to say no to others in order to say yes to me
- made my reinvention journey a priority, not a "someday" task
- tuned into my purpose and passion as reinvention catalysts
- embraced a "perfectly imperfect" mindset to take forward action
Commitment is key (along with Curiosity and Courage - My Reinvention Rebels 3 Cs)!
Come join me for motivation and inspiration to fuel your own Reinvention Rebel journey. No matter your age or stage in life, you can reinvent yourself at any time.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Are you at a Career Crossroads? Register for the Camp Reinvention Free webinar registration on Wednesday, September 29 at 1 pm ET
- Reinvention Rebels Episode: Ready to Reinvent? Let's Get Curious?
- Reinvention Rebels Episode: Flex Your Muscle, Find Your Courage & Reinvent Your Life
- Natalie Wester, fierce Reinvention Rebel! Listen to her episode, Solo World Traveler and Whiskey Intern at 61, when she joined me in the guest chair.
- Kim Boudreau Smith, bold Reinvention Rebel! Listen to her episode, How I Reinvented 61: Pivots & New Possibilities
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How does it feel when you tune into your bold voice and let her roar?
For many women, finding our bold voice takes time. We've been told to play nice and keep her under wraps.
Finding our authentic self, from which our bold voice emanates, is no small task. It takes time, patience, and courage.
But when we do - pure magic!
61-year young Reinvention Rebel Kim Boudreau Smith knows a lot about finding that bold voice and inviting her out to play. She's reinvented herself many times, each time strengthening her voice along the way. That led to a host of new and exciting possibilities.
We had the best conversation about her reinvention journey and the many lessons she's learned along the way.
I love what she shares about:
- how she woke up and reclaimed her life after falling asleep at the wheel
- how she learned to pivot and reinvent herself during the pandemic
- why society needs to embrace women being their true selves
- how she stopped faking it and kicked perfectionism to the curb
- how being more authentic with ourselves and others yields amazing growth
- why asking for help is key to jumpstarting our personal growth
- how Kim practices "soul care" and you can too
And so much more fierce wisdom!
You can't help but be inspired by our conversation and challenge yourself to think differently (and bigger!) and about your own life.
No matter our age, we can all tune in, get to know ourselves better, and uncover our bold voice.
How will you pivot and reinvent yourself to create new possibilities?
Connect with Kim:
Instagram: @herboldvoicespeaks
LinkedIn @kimboudreausmith
Website: kimbsmith.com
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What would be possible if you followed your greatest passion and reinvented yourself in new, bold, and exciting ways?
Almost anything, as 61-year young Reinvention Rebel Ife Michelle Gardin can attest.
This unapologetic rebel has found her sweet spot, leaned into her many gifts, and reinvented herself to create a lasting cultural legacy – The Elm City Lit Fest in New Haven, Connecticut.
This isn’t just any kind of literary festival.
In fact, it’s the only LIT fest in the world that celebrates literature, literary arts, and literary artists of the African Diaspora.
Ife says that liberating herself - uncovering, owning, and embracing her true self has led to a newfound sense of freedom as she ages. At 61, that freedom and creativity have manifested in a festival that celebrates, illuminates, and elevates black writers.
We had the best conversation about her reinvention journey, the many fits and starts, and her biggest lessons learned. Her story is inspiring, reminding us that it’s never too late for any of us to reinvent ourselves and be of service to others.
In this episode Ife shares:
- How her passion for the arts started as a child and was key to reinventing herself in her 60s
- How having an expansive mindset helps to uncover new possibilities for joy as we age
- Why getting out of our own way is so important (let’s stop making things so hard!)
- How finding our true self leads to a liberating sense of freedom
- Why she refuses to lose joy, love, and compassion as she ages
- How she’s creating an empowering arts legacy that celebrates the African diaspora and has attracted a global audience
- And so much more!
You won’t want to miss this episode – a peek into reinvention in action. Ife plants the seeds for how we can create our own bountiful version of reinvention badassery to shine like never before (or again!)
Lean in and listen for a big dose of empowerment, encouragement, and inspiration to fuel your own unique reinvention.
Connect with Ife:
Instagram: @ifemichellerose
Instagram: Elm City LIT Fest
Facebook: Elm City LIT Fest
website: elmcitylitfest.com
Podcast: Elm City LIT Fest podcast
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What if at 74, you defied society’s expectations for what women “should” do as we age?
What if you shifted your mindset to one of unlimited possibilities?
And what if you followed your passions and let your beautiful light shine for others to see new paths?
That is exactly what Carolyn Doelling, Reinvention Rebel extraordinaire, has done.
This fierce and fabulous Reinvention Rebel is truly flipping the script on what society says older women should do, be, and look like.
Can you imagine LAUNCHING a modeling career at 72? Carolyn did.
And her story is one that can’t help but get you to think about your own life, what’s possible, no matter your age.
She is flipping the script on how aging women show up in the world. And she’s shining a light on older women of color in the fashion industry.
I was tickled pink when Carolyn joined me in the Reinvention Rebels guest chair to share her reinvention journey, how she's reimagined life in her 70s, and the amazing things she’s learned along the way.
I love what Carolyn shares about:
- How she started modeling at 72 and how's she set her sights on walking the runway
- How she's using her passion for fashion to help diversify the modeling industry
- How we can strategically use color to “show up” as we age
- Why we shouldn’t pay attention to others’ opinions about what we’re wearing
- What she does to create a “body-positive” mindset (including kickboxing at 74)
- Why naming and claiming what we want is so important
- Her trick for building momentum toward her goals
And that’s just scratching the surface!
We had an intimate and empowering conversation about reinvention, aging vibrantly, and how we can pursue our dreams no matter our age.
Carolyn radiates joy, warmth, and confidence and her vibe is contagious.
You can’t help but listen to her story, her inspiration, her vision for changing limited thinking – and want to create some of your own reinvention magic, on your own terms.
Sit back, relax and enjoy our delightful conversation.
Thanks for listening and sharing with the amazing women (and men) in your life itching for new possibilities.
This all begs a simple question – if Carolyn can reinvent herself as a model at 72, what kind of reinvention magic can you create?
Connect with Carolyn:
Instagram: @doellingcarolyn
email: carolyndoelling@gmail.com
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What does purposeful living look like to you as you age?
Are you living with intention? Are your mission and vision crystal clear? Can you boldly reinvent yourself as many times as you like?
Barbara Healy says yes to all these questions! This extraordinary, 70-year young Reinvention Rebel lives with intention and purpose, using courage as a catalyst to propel her forward.
She has created a thriving life she loves full of purpose and possibility. Along the way, she’s reinvented herself many times over, across multiple decades.
She’s still doing that in her 70s and she has an empowering, positive story to tell that can’t help but motivate you to reflect on your own life and what’s possible.
A story that demonstrates we can reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage.
A reinvention story that’s inspiring, motivating, and helps us see that if Barbara can do it, any of us can do it too.
I love what Barbara shares about:
- The power of having a personal mission to guide you
- The 3 questions she asks herself every morning to live purposefully
- How lifelong learning has fueled her many reinventions
- How studying positive psychology helped her see new possibilities in her 60s
- How we can create resilience as we age – it’s possible for any of us
- What she does to shift into her “best life” mindset
- And so much more!
As with most things, the path hasn’t always been clear. She has struggled just like the rest of us to figure out her path and purpose. She’s also someone who’s enthusiastically dived into self-inquiry to uncover the answers that have shaped her current path.
All that self-reflection has lead to deep joy and satisfaction. And the notion that her many reinventions have helped her uncover the power of purpose, persistence, and positivity as she ages.
I know you’ll love this episode, it’s deeply empowering to any of us at any age. Universal lessons and wisdom that I know will resonate with you.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Rocky Powell, host of Wild Nights with Rocky Powell podcast. Looking for something to make you laugh? Check this out. There are so many podcast-hidden gems and this indie podcaster keeps me in stitches.
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We’ve all done things that have scared us.
Felt the fear and done it anyway.
I bet you can think of moments when you displayed Rise-to-the-Occasion Courage, can’t you? You were all in dealing with challenging circumstances. Perhaps you even surprised yourself at just how courageous you were.
But the kind of courage it takes to reinvent yourself - Courage by Choice - can be hard to muster.
It can bring up lots of our fears.
How will I do this? Where do I start? What if I fail? What if reinventing myself wasn’t such a good idea after all?
Truth be told, it’s all in the approach. The Reinvention Rebels I know, the amazing women 50-90 years young that I interview, are deeply courageous. And often scared too.
But they don’t let those fears stop them. They’ve found creative ways to reinvent themselves, even when fearful, that lands them in a place of much deeper satisfaction.
Check out this solo episode on how we can flex our muscles and find the courage to reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage. I share:
• How I’ve flexed my muscles and overcome my fears to reinvent myself
• Why we should “do it scared” as opposed to never trying
• How tapping into your true purpose makes it easier to have courage
• Bitesize ways to work through fears and find the courage to reinvent yourself
I think we are so much more courageous than we give ourselves credit for! And it’s never too late to build your courage muscle.
Come join me for motivation and inspiration to fuel your own Reinvention Rebel journey. No matter your age or stage in life, you can reinvent yourself at any time.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Natalie Wester, fierce Reinvention Rebel! Listen to her episode, Solo World Traveler and Whiskey Intern at 61, when she joined me in the guest chair.
- Kim Boudreau Smith, Her Bold Voice, LinkedIn Live Show. Check out my recent guest appearance with Kim where we talked about courage and finding your bold voice.
- Loukia Mastrodimos is a fabulous midlife coach who has reinvented herself in brave and courageous ways. Her story is deeply inspiring. Check out her episode, 50 is the New 50, Live Bold!
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What happens when you embrace limitless possibilities and see past society’s norms about how older women age and show up?
Pure magic, that’s what!
The kind of magic that energizes you, inspires you, and inspires others too!
Inspiration to get out of your comfort zone, trust your gut, and share your unique gifts with the world in compelling ways.
That’s exactly what Arlene Walker has done.
This fabulous Reinvention Rebel wrote and published her first novel at 62-years young!
Arlene had never written a book before yet she felt called to share her talents with the world.
Take a listen to how her path unfolded, what she’s learned about herself what’s next at 64 (hint: a lot!).
This warm, engaging and insightful Reinvention Rebel has channeled her passions for research, writing, and storytelling into a most creative reimagining of life in her 60’s.
Arlene proves we can reimagine our lives at any age or any stage!
I love what she shared about:
• How self-discovery can help guide your path
• How finding your passion can help you overcome your fears
• Why you need to get out of your comfort zone to reimagine your life
• Why she wrote the story she wanted to read
• How having a “guide on the side” is so important to achieving your goals
• Why age was never a deterrent to her dreams
This episode is inspiring, insightful, and oh so interesting! And if you’re an aspiring writer itching to become a published author too, Arlene offers up some great tips.
Sit back, relax and enjoy our Reinvention Rebels conversation. Soak up Arlene's wisdom and the reminder that at 64-years young she's just getting started on pursuing her inspiring goals!
If she can do it, so can we!
**Connect with Arlene:
Her book: Seeds of Deception on Amazon Facebook Page: Arlene Walker - AuthorInstagram: @arlene_walker_author**
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Who's one of your midlife sheros that helps you live boldly?
One of those fierce, never-give-up women is Loukia Mastrodimos, a true Reinvention Rebel! She:
- Lost 60 pounds at 44
- Became a yoga teacher at 45
- Left a 20-year career and 6-figure salary at 46
- Started her own coaching practice at 47
- Moved 2000 miles away to live by the ocean at 48
- Launched her own podcast at 49
- Embraced her age with hell yes vs oh no at 50
Loukia has experienced a lot, made progress, had setbacks, and kept on pushing herself to reimagine her life in a way that worked for her.
Fits and starts for sure. And a few do-overs along the way.
Over time she figured it out. Now she helps other people figure it out too as a midlife coach.
She is so cool and we had the best conversation about conquering midlife, seeing new possibilities, and becoming a Reinvention Rebel.
She has unapologetically claimed midlife with reckless abandon!
I love what Loukia shared about:
- How we need to take a few imperfect steps to get started
- Her biggest lesson learned – that she is good enough
- How you can be grateful for what you have AND want more
- Why having “guides on the side” are so important to reinventing yourself
- How we can become bolder as we navigate midlife
- Why we need to say Yes to creating an amazing midlife
And so much more!
Join us for a great conversation about how to turn midlife on its head, find your true North and come out the other side stronger, happier, and bolder.
Ready to start living BOLD and on purpose? This isn't your mom's midlife! Let's do this!
**Connect with Loukia:
Website: midlifeinbold.com Facebook: Midlife in Bold Facebook Group: Midlife Women Making Change without Fear**Instagram: @midlifeinbold
Podcast: This Midlife in Bold
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What sparks joy in your life? What’s sparks your curiosity?
I have so many things I’m curious about in my life and in the world! The more curious I am, the more possibilities I have to uncover joy!
My curious nature has fueled many of my reinventions – from standup comic to solo traveler to holistic health coach. And my latest reinvention as a podcast host too.
In this episode, I share the power of curiosity and the many ways it's connected to becoming a Reinvention Rebel.
Wherever you are in life, whether midlife or beyond, (or younger) there’s always an opportunity to reinvent yourself.
Reinvention Rebels are curious by nature. They ask questions and are eager to learn. They are open to exploring new ways of thinking. They love the opportunity to see their lives from new perspectives. Their curiosity often sparks delightful possibilities they hadn’t seen before.
Check out the episode where I share:
- Why curiosity is key to reinventing yourself
- How my own curious nature led to many new experiences and becoming a Reinvention Rebel
- How my 61-year young friend Natalie has used curiosity to fuel her reinvention as a whiskey intern
- How you too can become more curious and see new possibilities to reinvent yourself
Come join me for motivation and inspiration to fuel your own Reinvention Rebel journey. No matter your age or stage in life, you can reinvent yourself at any time.
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What in the world does self-permission have to do with aging? (Hint: everything!)
What’s possible when we give ourselves permission to grow, expand, step into our greatness, and love our lives?
Does self-permission also mean greater self-love as we age?
Those are some of the compelling questions 61-year young Natalie Wester and I discussed on the latest episode of the Reinvention Rebels podcast.
Natalie is a badass with a compelling reinvention story.
She retired early, creating a minimalist life to start pursuing her passion for travel.
That passion, fear and excitement morphed into a 70-day solo trip around the world with one carry-on bag. OH YES!
And that’s just scratching the surface of how The Hot Goddess blogger has reimagined her life. (you must check out her blog, SO funny)
Come join us and learn about Natalie’s journey of self-permission, self-love and recognizing that if she can travel solo for 70 days in unfamiliar territory, she can pretty much do anything.
Such a juicy, inspiring, nothings-going-to-stop-me-now conversation about what’s possible if we let up on self-doubt and press the gas pedal of self-permission.
Permission to feel more joy, to have new, sometimes scary but enriching experiences. To live full out, embracing life with open arms.
Yes please!! I don’t know about you, but I want more of THAT!
(And did I mention that she started a 12-week apprenticeship as a whiskey intern for Cleveland Whiskey? From blackboard to bourbon, this Reinvention Rebel is on fire!!)
I love what Natalie shares about how:
· she's more capable and brave than she thought
· living a simpler and smaller life brings her joy
· she's okay with not knowing all the answers
· she’s learning to get out of her own way
· she's not putting a label on her self-discovery journey, it's unfolding!
Sit back and enjoy an awesome and inspiring conversation that will have you leaning into your Inner Reinvenention Rebel. Trust me, she's in there!
**Connect with Natalie:
Blog: The Hot Goddess**Instagram: @retired_rewired_inspired
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Ready for a dose of inspiration to fuel your Inner Reinvention Rebel?
It’s here!!! Season 2 of the Reinvention Rebels podcast has dropped!!
My guest, photographer Kelley Norcia, helps midlife and older women shine and see themselves as the amazing, beautiful women they are, inside and out. She is a portrait photographer who reinvented herself to start her 50 Over 50 photo campaign last year, capturing 50 women over 50 years of age. And when the pandemic is over, she will feature them in a wonderful exhibit.
She is a true Reinvention Rebel, reimaging her life to find new purpose and possibilities!
You'll hear the story of how Kelley reinvented herself and got inspired to photograph midlife and older women in their best light, helping to build their confidence and joy.
Come along and listen to our chat about how we can learn to fall in love with ourselves, see our value, and transform in as many ways as we like.
We had the best conversation about what it means to age vibrantly, how we can be our best selves, and how we can change the narrative about how women are portrayed as we age.
She reminds us that it’s never too late for a do-over, we can reinvent ourselves at any age or any stage. We just have to do it!
I love what Kelley shared about:
- What happens when women let loose during a 50+ photo session
- How it's never too late to fall in love with ourselves
- Why being audacious about your dreams and goals is so important
- The importance of self-love, especially as we age
Ready for a dose of inspiration? Are you 50 or 90, or somewhere in between? The Reinvention Rebels podcast will help you see new possibilities for your life!
**Connect with Kelley:
Email: kelley@kelleynorcia.com
Website:** www.kelleynorcia.comInstagram: @kelley_norcia_photography
Facebook: @kelleynorciaphotography
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What happens when you interview amazing Reinvention Rebels badasses who have reimagined their lives in inspiring ways?
Pure magic!
These ladies are amazing!
And they are just a sample of the awesome badassery coming your way in Season 2 of the Reinvention Rebels podcast!
I can’t wait to share their stories.
I can’t wait for you to soak up their wisdom.
I can’t wait for you to hear a part of yourself in their stories (and then get into action on your own reinvention)!
They prove that age ain’t nothing but a number. We can reflect, reimagine and restart at any age or stage.
That's what fierce and fabulous Reinvention Rebels do.
Want a sneak listen? Check out the season 2 preview!
New episodes dropping soon!
Who are the women that inspire and encourage you to be your best self?
To see new possibilities where perhaps you didn’t know they existed?
To push you forward when you’re not ready to do it yourself, but always with love?
Each of the amazing women featured in this episode graced me with their presence in the Reinvention Rebels guest chair for season 1 of the podcast.
They are my personal sheros – each touching my life in meaningful and powerful ways.
They are Reinvention Rebels.
Unapologetic women 50 to 90 years young.
Fierce women.
Fabulous women.
Badass women.
Women who have reimagined their lives in vibrant, I’m-going-for-it ways.
Women who have awakened to their truest selves, trusting their inner wisdom to guide them.
Women who are self-empowered and Not. Holding. Back.
Women who recognize their fears and use them as fuel to propel themselves forward.
I’m honored to share their stories and be in conversation with them.
Plus it was just...
So. Much. Fun.
People, we need more joy in our lives!!!
I created a special bonus episode to share Season 1 highlights while I’m on a mini-hiatus working on season 2.
I love their:
Grace.
Heart.
Genius.
Humor.
Fortitude.
Energy.
Wisdom.
Courage.
Joy.
Boldness.
They spill the beans.
They share their ups and downs.
Their challenges and victories.
How listening and trusting themselves and taking risks led to a deep sense of accomplishment, satisfaction and joy.
And how finding their sweet spot as they age has led to all sorts of fabulous freedom!.
They show us that anything is possible at any age when we create a Reinvention Rebel mindset.
Check out the season 1 highlights featuring these extraordinary women. And then go listen to their full episodes!
Cheer them on and get inspired.
If they can do it, so can you.
So can we all.
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Babz Rawls Ivy is a Reinvention Rebel badass.
Fierce.
Fabulous.
On fire.
If you live in New Haven, CT you already know how fabulous she is. If you don't, you're in for a treat.
You can't help but get drawn in by Babz’s magnetic energy, engaging personality, and passion for life.
Babz is a radio personality, morning show producer, and podcast host. Add to that blogger, newspaper editor, and social media influencer. You can also find her giving back, volunteering her time with many local organizations.
At 57-years young, Babz has rediscovered herself with fresh energy and ideas! She joined me in the guest chair for an inspiring conversation about her reinvention journey, how she's found her sweet spot in her 50s, and what's she's learned along the way.
I love what Babz shares about:
- how she got off the beaten path to chart her own course
- why tuning out others' expectations and 'noise' is key to reinventing yourself
- how focusing on yourself is an act of self-love
- why self-empowerment is so important
- how her reinvention journey fell into place when she learned to say Yes
- why ditching self-sabotage and embracing self-rescue is so freeing
- and so much more!
Ready for a dose of inspiration? Are you 50 or 90, or somewhere in between? The Reinvention Rebels podcast will help you see new possibilities for your life!
**Connect with Babz:
Email: mediababz@gmail.com**Instagram: @lovebabz
Facebook: Love Babz, Love Talk
Facebook: @babzrawlsivy
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Reflect. Reimagine. Restart.
That's my secret sauce for becoming a Reinvention Rebel.
Reinvention Rebels are unapologetic women, 50 to 90 years young, who have boldly reimagined their lives to find new purpose and possibilities.
Fierce women. Fabulous women. Inspiring women.
Women charting a new course, no matter their age in cool, kickass ways.
The kind of women that will help you see that it's possible to reimagine your own life.
They remind us that if they can do it, so can we.
In this episode I spill the beans on the third of my three Rs - Restarting.
(Check out past episodes to learn about the power of Reflecting (Self-Reflection and Silence: How I Uncovered My Purpose at 54) and Reimagining (Ditch the Shoulds - How to Embrace Your Deepest Desires in 2021)
It's great to gain clarity and think big about your dreams and desires.
But those dreams of yours aren't going to materialize by themselves after all.
There comes a time when you need to push the Play button on your dreams and get into action!
What is it you need to think and do to get on the road to achieving your reimagined life?
I'm sharing about my own Restart roadmap and how I pushed Play. This is the final step in how I became a Reinvention Rebel.
In this episode I share:
- my own "Restart" journey and important lessons I've learned along the way
- how I've adapted and evolved to stay focused on my dreams
- why making space for my big dream was key to making it happen
- how I learned to ask for help instead of doing it all myself
- how asking for help led to increased clarity, creativity and ease
- why offering yourself grace is so important
- and much more!
Take a listen and get inspired about your own reinvention. No matter your age, you can become a Reinvention Rebel.
Start shining your bright, beautiful light. The world needs you and all you have to offer!
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What happens when two women named Wendy/Wendi get together? Pure reinvention magic!
Don’t you love when you meet someone new and you have an immediate connection? Like you've known each other for years?
That's what happened when Wendi Knox joined the Reinvention Rebels guest chair. We clicked. And I happily soaked up her 66-year young energy, wisdom, and grace.
Wendi is amazing and insightful. She is an author, artist and “uplifter” – seriously, how cool is that, an uplifter? 💜
She shares her delightful reinvention journey, how she soars at 66, and the power of dragonflies to light her path.
She is a true Reinvention Rebel.
She has unapologetically reinvented herself with courage and joy.
She embraces life with open arms and will inspire you to do the same,
In this episode Wendi shares how:
- dragonflies were the key to her reinvention
- she let go of old stories to grow her reinvention wings
- she helps women transform their muck into magic
- we can harness the power of nature to nurture ourselves
- knowing and trusting ourselves is the key to revealing our inner wisdom
She reminds us that it’s never too late to soar, even if we’ve never done it before!
**Connect with Wendi:
Email: wendy@wendyknox.com**https://www.instagram.com/wendiknoxuplifter/
https://www.facebook.com/wendiknoxauthor
Website: WendiKnox.comSwing by Wendi's website to soak up more of her wisdom and light.
Sign up for her email list and you'll get an illustrated pdf with 5 Dragonflying Lessons.
Wendi is pleased to offer a 20% discount on her book, From Muck to Magic, to all Reinvention Rebels listeners. Use code MAGIC at checkout. **
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Meet 68-year young Reinvention Rebel Katurah Bryant.
Vibrant and joyful.
Spiritual and of service.
Empowered and evolved.
Living life on purpose and adding value for others.
Katurah's magnetic energy, sense of purpose, spiritual grounding and desire to live her best life are on display in our episode. She is A-M-A-Z-I-N-G.
In this episode, Katurah shares how:
- she's reinvented herself at 68 to help others navigate grief and loss
- earlier reinventions helped pave the way for her current success
- she uses the power of spirit and inner wisdom to guide her
- women can create greater self-appreciation through powerful exercises
- Reinvention Rebels in training can get started down a new path just like she did
- and so much more!
**Connect with Katurah:
Website: The Zola Experience Email: admin@thezolaexperience.com
Email: katurah@globalalchemygroup.com
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"Shoulds" are soul-crushing.
Unmotivating.
Less than fun.
I don't want to start off the year with what I SHOULD do.
Nope, not one bit.
I want to kick off 2021 with what I WANT to do.
You know, juicy stuff. Fun stuff.
Help add value and make the world a better place stuff.
Let's kick those shoulds to the curb and embrace our deepest desires!
Those things that light us up and inspire us into action.
Reimagining 2021 is about thinking BIG and going for it.
If we've learned anything from 2020, it's that seizing the moment is everything!
In this episode, I share:
- how I achieved my 2020 goals despite the pandemic and other challenges
- how losing in one area of my life propelled me forward in another
- why New Year's resolutions set you up to fail
- how to unapologetically reimagine your life in 2021 and tune into your deepest desires!
- my 5-step process to embrace life in inspiring ways
- How I get unstuck to overcome challenges that inevitably find us
Ready for a dose of motivation to move you in the direction of 2021 badassery and fulfillment?
Ready to become "rebelicious" with fabulous reinvention goals?
Ready to unapologetically go for it and make them happen?
Reinvention Rebels, you won't want to miss this episode!
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One of the coolest things about life is that we can reinvent ourselves as many times as we like!
And such is the case for my guest Denise Keyes Page.
Denise operates from a simple core belief: women benefit society as a whole. Healthy women foster healthy children and families, that in turn, support healthy communities. She’s been a community activist in the New Haven Public Schools, a national and local trainer for the Anti-Defamation League, and founded DreamCatchers, LLC, a training and consulting firm.
As a 68-year young Reinvention Rebel, Denise continues to find ways to reinvent herself and add value for others.
She created the Fired Up – Flourish with Grace curriculum, holds retreats for older women, and helps women find community.
She also has a love for telling stories. You can find her sharing her fascinating tales in numerous virtual venues. Most recently she launched Ubuntu Storytellers which features storytellers of color sharing compelling and captivating stories of life in their black and brown skin.
In this episode, I really love what Denise shared about:
- what it means to reinvent yourself and thrive in your 60s
- why this is the best, most empowering time in her life
- the importance of getting still and listening to your inner voice to guide you
- the satisfaction of being of service to others
- how women can create community and connection as we age
- rewiring our brains to create a "tell yourself you can" mindset
This thriving Reinvention Rebel is engaging, inspiring, and full of wisdom!
I think you'll see a part of yourself in her story.
**Connect with Denise:
Website: Ubuntu Storytellers Email: info@ubuntustorytellers.com
Website: denisekeyes.com
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Who am I? What am I here for?
These are the compelling questions my guest, Millie Grenough, has considered over her 80 plus years.
They have helped her to:
- chart the course of her life and go from a nun to a nightclub singer!
- transform her life after a near-death bike accident, in service to herself and others
- enjoy a thriving life in her 80s, feeling more alive and present than in her 40s
At 82-years young, Millie has a thirst for life that’s downright contagious.
This age-defying Reinvention Rebel lives an adventurous, engaged, and energized life.
Among her many roles, she’s a coach, mentor, author, and motivational speaker. She’s a professional singer and guitarist. She's a proud grandma to six.
She's also the author of OASIS in the Overwhelm: 60-second Strategies for Balance in a Busy World. Her book has helped thousands of people around the world live with more calm, clarity, and happiness.
Along the way, Millie has reinvented herself many times over.
In this episode, you'll learn how Millie:
- Used solitude and self-reflection to reimagine her life
- Tuned into the two key questions: Who am I? Why am I here?
- Transitioned from a nun to a nightclub singer
- Started the Oasis movement, helping people around the world feel calmer
- Created a mindset of vibrancy and possibility as she's aged (you can find her periodically jogging around her neighborhood)
- Continues to connect, innovate, and spread joy with reckless abandon!
Her energy and zest for life can't help but leave you wondering how you can get some of what she has and age vibrantly too!
**Want to connect with Millie?
Here's how:**
milliegrenough.com
Oasisintheoverwhelm.com
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This episode is about my life-long journey to find clarity and a deeper purpose.
Some people quickly find their purpose.
Their calling.
What makes them shine.
Not me.
It took what felt like forever.
Things had to evolve.
Sure, I was good at certain things.
But I never felt like I had found that holy grail, my true purpose.
For some of us, finding our true purpose can take time.
A long time.
54 years of time, to be exact, in my case.
But it was totally worth the wait.
The key: powerful self-reflection gained through a years-long personal development journey.
In this episode you will learn how reflection helped me:
- get to know me like never before
- slow my roll and spend less time being busy
- create the space for self-discovery
- get quiet and listen to my inner wisdom
- reveal what I came here to do
And all that led to this -- Reinvention Rebels.
Amazing women, 50 to 90 years young who live on purpose.
And unapologetically fulfill their juiciest dreams and deepest desires.
It reminds me that we can reveal our purpose at any age.
Who cares how old we are, let's just DO IT.
Whatever that IT is.
NOW.
Mentioned in this episode:
- Amanda Miller Littlejohn, branding expert
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What if your 50s brought clarity about your true purpose?
What if you stopped asking for permission and started embracing your new path?
And what if that new path led to empowering yourself and other women through travel?
Meet 57-year young Erica Bradley.
This joyful, kind, and inspiring Reinvention Rebel thrives on unapologetically lifting other women up. She traded in her corporate sales career for the opportunity to create engaging, memorable, and sometimes life-changing travel experiences.
Take a listen and learn:
· How her journey of self-discovery led her to her true passion – travel
· What it means to pursue your authentic path (and ignore others’ expectations)
· How we can empower ourselves by empowering others
And. So. Much. More.
I love the wisdom she shares, so many wonderful insights!
Connect with Erica:
Facebook - ericagbradley
Instagram: @silhouetteandsoul
Email: erica@crimsonworldtravel.com
Other helpful links mentioned on this episode:
- http://www.sistersandsuitcases.com/
- Kellee Edwards, Travel Channel
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What if turning 60 ignited your inner yogi and an empowering relationship with your body?
What if you reimagined live with less things, and gained a new sense of freedom?
And what if you boldly rethought retirement, moved abroad, and welcomed new adventures?
Such is the life of my guest, Sharon Chappelle. At 67 years young, she is a true Reinvention Rebel! She has unapologetically created an interesting, juicy life in her 60s. She lives with joy and appreciation. In fact, she has disrupted the notion of what retirement can mean. I can’t get enough of the awesome and adventurous life she leads!
Take a listen and you’ll learn how she:
· transformed her body in her 60s (she does the most amazing handstands!)
· learned how to trust her inner guide
· creates community while living abroad (even without being proficient at Spanish)
And so many more insights. Sharon lives life to the fullest and you can’t help but be inspired!
Connect with Sharon on Instagram:
@dr.eadloxyogi
@dr._expatyogi
@myblackandbrownyogastory
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Welcome to Reinvention Rebels!
Join me for an introduction to the Reinvention Rebels podcast. Get the scoop on my background, what inspired me to start the podcast and what you can expect to hear during season one.
Let’s celebrate the women I call Reinvention Rebels - unapologetic women, 50 to 90 years young, who have boldly reimagined life, on their own terms, to find new purpose and possibilities.
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“Living your life on purpose” – that’s the guiding principle of my guest, Barb Nangle.
At 57 years young, she’s reimagined her life to create more joy, happiness, and love.
Barb embodies the characteristics of a Reinvention Rebel – she’s brave, follows her passions, has clarity about her purpose, and unapologetically focuses on achieving her goals and dreams.
But, of course, it wasn’t always that way.
Life is a journey and Barb has done her fair share of navigating challenges to get to where she is today. Through several life-changing events – from employment changes to her experiences in 12-step recovery programs, she’s channeled the ups and downs into new opportunities and renewed enthusiasm for life.
Connect with Barb:
Website: https://www.higherpowercoachingandconsulting.com/
Fragmented to Whole Podcast: www.fragmentedtowhole.com
Instagram: @HigherPowerCoaching
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Coming Soon...Check out the teaser!
What if you could hear stories of wise women who have STOPPED apologizing for having big dreams and STARTED boldly pursuing them?
What if you could see a part of yourself in their stories?
What if that sparked new possibilities for your own life, moving you closer to your dreams and desires, whether you’re 50 or 90, or somewhere in between?
Welcome to Reinvention Rebels, stories of unapologetic women, 50 to 90 years young, who have reimagined life on their own terms, to find new purpose and possibilities.
Intrigued? Check out our coming episodes where you'll hear interesting and inspiring women discuss share their insights about how they've become #ReinventionRebels.
Join us on the Reinvention Rebels journey! We can't wait for you to join the conversation.
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