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Amy Schmidt
Do you find yourself standing on the edge of a high dive wishing you could cannonball with fearless exhilaration like you did when you were ten? But you're frozen. What's holding you back? Fear of the unknown? Procrastination? Self-doubt? Others judging you? Fear of failing? This podcast is about making connections and having conversations that will inspire you to action. Amy Schmidt is right alongside you on this journey, and you'll feel like you're sitting on the couch with her, as her guests share their incredible stories and their insight. Let's change the narrative around midlife. It's not a crisis, it's an opportunity. Let's #cannonballwithconfidence We haven't peaked yet; we are just getting started.
Dive into the refreshing world of midlife fiction with bestselling UK novelist Jane Costello as she reveals the creative journey behind her latest romantic comedy, "It's Getting Hot in Here." With candor and humor, Jane shares how she's boldly reimagining the rom-com genre with a 47-year-old protagonist navigating perimenopause, teenage children, and unexpected romantic stirrings.
After selling over a million copies of her debut novel and publishing 15 books across two decades, Jane offers a fascinating glimpse into her evolution as a writer. Her story begins not with childhood dreams of authorship, but during maternity leave with her first child, when she carved out precious writing time during nap sessions. For anyone who's ever doubted their creative potential, Jane's journey from uncertainty to international success proves that persistence transforms possibility into reality.
Whether you're an aspiring writer seeking practical advice or a reader hungry for stories that reflect the richness of midlife experiences, this conversation delivers wisdom and warmth in equal measure. Jane demystifies the writing process with refreshing honesty, sometimes describing it as "like knitting with spaghetti," while celebrating how her latest book flowed with unexpected joy. Her advice to writers—begin with a compelling idea, create a rough plot outline, and treat writing as a marathon rather than a sprint—cuts through creative intimidation with practical clarity. And her message to her younger self? "Relax more and worry less. Things are going to work out okay." Don't miss this inspiring conversation about finding new creative chapters in midlife and beyond.
Connect with Jane and purchase her book here:
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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Michele Cuffe's powerful insights on extending not just lifespan but healthspan will transform how you think about aging. Drawing from evolutionary biology and modern research, she reveals why Europeans can indulge in bread and wine without weight gain while Americans struggle despite "healthy" habits - it's not just what we eat, but how we live.
Stress represents the silent epidemic undermining American health, with most of us trapped in a chronic stress response for eight hours daily when it was designed to last mere seconds. Michele shares accessible techniques to break this cycle through simple daily practices requiring just 20 minutes. The conversation tackles sleep quality with alarming statistics - insufficient sleep increases accident risk by 70% and cancer risk by 69% while potentially shortening lifespan by nearly five years.
When it comes to nutrition, Michele cuts through fad diet confusion with refreshing clarity: "We were given two categories on this planet - plants and animals." Her practical grocery shopping guidance emphasizes perimeter shopping for organic vegetables and high-quality proteins while explaining why some seemingly healthy options like farm-raised salmon should be avoided entirely. For women over 50, she emphasizes the critical importance of strength training over endless cardio for hormonal balance and longevity.
Most movingly, Michele shares her personal journey from stay-at-home mom to fitness instructor to author, proving it's never too late to discover new passions and silence the inner critic. Whether you're just beginning your health journey or looking to optimize your wellness practices, this conversation delivers actionable wisdom for creating a vibrant, energetic life that could extend to 100 years and beyond. Don't miss Michele's practical tips for approaching fitness without intimidation - your future self will thank you.
Connect with Michele and purchase her book here:
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
And don’t forget to follow along on all the socials:
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Sharon Macey's journey from stay-at-home mom to podcast host and competitive dancer offers a refreshing roadmap for life's second act. The question that guided her wasn't "What do I want to do when I grow up?" but rather "What do I want to do when my kids grow up?"—a subtle distinction that resonates deeply with women navigating the transition from active motherhood to their next chapter.
What makes Sharon's approach so accessible is her emphasis on baby steps. "The beauty of taking a baby step is that if it doesn't work, we can pivot," she explains, giving women permission to experiment without the pressure of getting it perfectly right the first time. Her own return to dance after many years away led her to Latin ballroom competitions, complete with spray tans and elaborate costumes—a testament to the joy that comes from reconnecting with forgotten passions.
The conversation explores how friendships evolve, family dynamics shift, and faith deepens as we age. Sharon challenges the notion that making friends gets harder with age, noting how her social circle has expanded in her sixties. Both women discuss the intentionality required to maintain connections with adult children while embracing this new phase of life. Most powerfully, Sharon reminds listeners that reinvention is deeply personal: "You do you, and no one does you better than you." Whether that means launching a podcast, playing pickleball, or simply focusing on wellness, the path forward should reflect your unique desires, not external expectations.
Ready to take your own baby step toward reinvention? Listen now and discover how the wisdom, resilience, and experience you've gained become your greatest assets in creating life's most meaningful chapters. What will you become when your children grow up?
Connect with Sharon and take a listen to her MOM to more podcast here:
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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Have you ever felt like you're doing everything "right" according to everyone else's checklist, yet something feels profoundly missing? Margaret White knows that feeling all too well. As a self-proclaimed recovering perfectionist and former overachiever, she found herself waking up one morning with the stark realization that despite her successful career, marriage, and all the external markers of achievement, she was utterly depleted.
This powerful conversation takes us through Margaret's transformative journey from living by others' expectations to discovering what she calls "soul alignment." With refreshing candor, she shares the moment that changed everything – when she canceled her husband from their vacation and spent two weeks alone in the Caribbean, reconnecting with herself and hearing the whispers of her intuition for perhaps the first time in years.
Margaret challenges conventional wisdom around work-life balance, suggesting we should instead seek harmony – a dynamic dance that ebbs and flows rather than a tightrope walk of tension. "We were never intended or created to work from depletion," she explains. "We were created to be poured into so that we could then give of our gifts, time, and talent to others."
The discussion dives deep into what it means to get over "the overs" – overachieving, overstriving, overfunctioning, overcompensating, and overcommitting. For women who find themselves perpetually stuck in these patterns, Margaret offers practical wisdom for breaking free and creating space for what truly matters. She simplifies the often-elusive concept of alignment: "Alignment really comes down to how you're choosing."
Whether you're feeling caught in a hamster wheel of busyness, struggling with permission to prioritize your needs, or simply seeking more meaning in your daily life, Margaret's parting wisdom will stay with you: "Don't shrink to fit into spaces you're not meant to be in." This episode is for anyone ready to move beyond external validation and into the powerful place of living authentically, loving abundantly, and thriving unimaginably.
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Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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What happens when we wake up in midlife and realize we've become someone we never intended to be? Award-winning playwright and filmmaker Brooke Berman joins us to explore this profound question through the lens of her debut feature film, "Ramona at Midlife," which recently premiered at Geena Davis' Bentonville Film Festival.
Brooke shares her remarkable journey from acclaimed playwright to first-time film director at 52—a rare achievement in an industry where first-time directors are typically men under 35. Her candid reflections on creating an authentic female leadership style reveal the delicate balance between collaboration and direction on set, shooting an entire feature in just 15 days.
The conversation takes unexpected turns as we discuss the liberation that comes with midlife awakening. When we were 25 and imagined our future selves at 50, most of us pictured someone who had "done the heavy lifting" and was essentially coasting. Reality proves far more dynamic and challenging, but also more rewarding than we ever anticipated.
Most powerful is Brooke's insight about self-acceptance: "If I don't love the person I am right now in my imperfect skin, then what are we talking about?" This revelation, alongside her disciplined approach to self-care through morning rituals of meditation, yoga, and gratitude practices, offers a blueprint for thriving in our fifth decade.
Whether you're approaching midlife, navigating its complexities, or looking back on it, Brooke's story will inspire you to embrace your authentic self and recognize that evolution doesn't end at 50—it often accelerates in the most beautiful, unexpected ways.
Connect with Brooke. Listen now, and then watch "Ramona at Midlife" on Apple TV, Amazon Prime, or Fandango at Home to continue the conversation about reinvention and self-discovery.
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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Fearlessly Facing Fifty and beyond - What does it mean to see yourself through a lens of beauty rather than criticism? This question forms the heart of my conversation with former Ford model turned photographer Kristen Jensen, who has mastered the art of capturing authentic beauty in everyone she photographs.
Kristen's journey began in front of the camera, traveling to 34 countries during her 20-year modeling career. But it was the moment she picked up a Hi8 camera and started filming behind the scenes that she discovered her true calling. "I was used to being photographed, but I wanted to be on the other side," she explains. This transition from being seen to seeing others became her superpower – the ability to look at people through what she calls "a soft lens" that reveals their inherent beauty.
As we navigate our 50s and beyond, many women experience a dip in self-confidence and struggle with visibility. Kristen's perspective offers a refreshing antidote: "It's not about perfection, that's not what sells. It's about energy." This wisdom extends beyond photography into how we present ourselves in every aspect of life. Whether starting a business, moving to a new community, or simply facing another day, authenticity trumps perfection every time.
Our conversation explores the challenges of reinvention – from building new friendships to redefining purpose. We discuss the importance of having cheerleaders in your corner when taking risks, the reality of aging bodies that require different care, and the poignant experience of losing parents. Through it all, we return to the central question that defines this stage of life: "Who am I now?"
Ready to see yourself through a kinder lens? Listen now to discover how embracing your authentic self – wrinkles, imperfections, and all – might be the most fearless act of all. Then join our community of women who are choosing courage over comfort every day as they fearlessly face their futures.
Connect with Kristen here
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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Fearlessly Facing......starting something new and outside of your comfort zone.
My guest today is Lisa Loyet-Schmitz. Lisa shares her journey of contributing to the anthology "Living Well with Grit," discovering that every woman's story is special precisely because it is uniquely hers. Through vulnerability and authenticity, Lisa found writing about her life experiences to be surprisingly therapeutic, helping her recognize patterns and growth that shaped her present self.
• Overcoming the belief that her story wasn't "special enough" to share
• Finding the courage to write authentically about personal experiences
• The concept of being "Too Young to Be Beige" – losing yourself trying to please everyone
• Learning to set boundaries and say "no" to maintain balance
• The importance of mentors and expressing gratitude to those who've helped us
• Building community through shared vulnerability and storytelling
• Embracing life's curveballs with resilience
• Finding strength through allowing others to help during difficult times
Find "Living Well with Grit" on Amazon. The book features chapters from 37 women sharing their unique stories of growth, resilience, intention, and tenacity.
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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Beauty icon Claudia Fabian discusses her journey from coloring her first gray hair at 30 to embracing her natural silver locks and building a second career as a pro-aging influencer.
• Getting first gray hair at 30 and initially covering it for years
• How the pandemic lockdowns sparked a gray hair revolution
• Reframing aging as a privilege rather than something to fear
• Changing "I have to" statements to "I get to" statements
• Finding confidence and peace in your 50s that wasn't possible in your 20s
• The beauty industry's problem with ignoring older women
• Using "makeup meditation" as a daily self-affirmation practice
• How women can support each other through compliments and community
• Finding inspiration in mothers and mentors who came before us
• Treating yourself as a "guest of honor" in your own life
• Finding and sharing your authentic gifts as life's purpose
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
And don’t forget to follow along on all the socials:
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The silences that follow our "no" speak volumes. As women, we've mastered saying the word itself, but it's what happens after—that uncomfortable pause—where we often surrender our power.
In this eye-opening conversation, author Amy Wilson discusses her new book "Happy to Help: Adventures of a People Pleaser," revealing how deeply ingrained the people-pleasing tendency becomes in women's lives. When Amy tells us that people-pleasing is "putting other people's wants and needs before your own," she's describing the unspoken assignment given to every mother, every woman. Yet this societal expectation exacts a serious toll, from strained relationships to physical illness.
What makes this discussion particularly powerful is Wilson's ability to distinguish between life's unavoidable challenges and the optional burdens we assume. "When you've got a sick parent and a sick kid at the same time, you're not a people pleaser—you're just somebody with too much on your plate," she notes, helping listeners separate necessary responsibilities from those taken on purely out of obligation or need for external validation.
The conversation explores "socially prescribed perfectionism"—the researched phenomenon where women internalize impossibly high societal standards—and offers refreshing perspectives on female friendships, writing discipline, and self-compassion. Wilson's advice to her younger self resonates deeply: "When hard times come, they're hard because they're hard, not because there's anything wrong with you."
Whether you identify as a people pleaser or simply find yourself perpetually overwhelmed, this episode provides both validation and practical wisdom for reclaiming your boundaries without sacrificing meaningful connections. Listen now for a transformative conversation that might just change how you respond the next time someone asks for "just one more thing."
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Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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And the F WORD IS: FATIGUE
Fearlessly Facing our sleep as we age. Sleep is a fundamental component of our health that dramatically impacts longevity, cognitive function and disease risk.
As the "Sleep Goddess," Dr. Matsumura brings her double-board certification and deep expertise to explain why sleep is particularly challenging for women navigating perimenopause and menopause. The hormonal roller coaster of this life stage directly impacts how melatonin functions in our brains, creating the perfect storm for sleep disturbances that many women mistakenly accept as an inevitable part of aging. She is a sought-after expert on women and sleep. She is the founder and CEO of Sleep Goddess MD offering individual consultations, public speaking, and workshops for practitioners. She also offers business consulting to improve team health and productivity for better sleep.
In this episode you will discover:
• Women who don't get enough sleep have up to 69% higher risk for cancer compared to men
• Hormonal changes during perimenopause and menopause significantly impact sleep quality through melatonin disruption
• Sleep archetypes are determined by our genetic "clock genes" - Artemis (early birds), Aphrodite (night owls), and Athena (societal norm)
• The DREAM formula addresses Daytime activities, Resting environment, Emotions, Archetype, and Medical conditions
• Nine out of ten women who are postmenopausal don't know they have sleep apnea because symptoms present differently than in men
• Going to bed and waking at consistent times trains your brain for better sleep
• Electronic devices should be turned off at least one hour before bedtime
• Commercial melatonin supplements are sold in doses millions of times higher than what our bodies naturally produce
• Quality sleep requires proper preparation - create an optimal sleep environment that's dark, cool and quiet
• Napping should complement good nighttime sleep, not compensate for poor sleep habits
Visit www.sleepgoddessmd.com to take Dr. Matsumura's quiz and discover your sleep archetype.
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
And don’t forget to follow along on all the socials:
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Fearlessly Facing FACING our FUTURE FACES!
What happens when a Broadway makeup artist discovers her true passion lies in making everyday women feel beautiful? Laura Geller's remarkable journey from theater makeup to beauty mogul reveals the power of authenticity and the magic that unfolds when passion meets purpose.
Laura shares the pivotal moment that changed everything - working one-on-one with real women at a makeup counter and watching them transform not just physically but emotionally. "I'd see them starting to come alive as I would make up their face...holding their head up higher," she explains. This spark ignited a business that would eventually take her to QVC, where she amazingly sold 750 units in just six minutes during her first appearance.
The conversation takes a fascinating turn as Laura discusses her decision to focus specifically on women over 40, a demographic often overlooked in the beauty industry. Drawing from her own experiences with aging skin, Laura developed products addressing the unique needs of mature women while keeping application simple. Her authenticity shines through as she admits she didn't always have the business acumen needed, setting prices too low initially, but learned and adapted along the way.
Most poignant is Laura's passion for women's stories and her mission to champion them at every age. When asked how her son views her, Laura's answer is immediate: "He would tell you that I'm a badass." Her parting wisdom resonates deeply: "Don't be in a rush. Good things take time...stay in your lane." In a world obsessed with youth and instant success, Laura Geller stands as living proof that embracing your authentic self and serving others with genuine care creates enduring impact.
Ready to discover makeup that truly understands your skin's needs? Follow Laura on Instagram and explore products designed specifically for celebrating beauty at every age.
Connect with Laura Geller here
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS - be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy's Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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Fearlessly Facing FUNDRAISING! I love sharing incredible stories of amazing people - and at this stage of life we often find ourselves with a bit more bandwidth. And maybe this story and this incredible organization will ignite something in you. Meet Casey Baynes, Founder of The Casey Cares Foundation.
Casey Baynes founded Casey Cares Foundation at age 21 after hearing a child say "I wish I had cancer" while volunteering at a hospital, recognizing the need to support ALL critically ill children regardless of diagnosis.
• Founded over 25 years ago, Casey Cares has helped over half a million critically ill children
• Unlike traditional wish organizations, provides ongoing support throughout treatment journey rather than one-time experiences
• Focuses on entire family unit including parents and siblings who are often overlooked
• Creates normalcy through simple activities like movie and pizza nights, pajama deliveries, and group events
• Offers palliative care approach that improves treatment outcomes by up to 70%
• Continues supporting families after treatment ends, including bereavement services
• Every 12 minutes, Casey Cares helps a participant in their program
• Annual "Biggest Pajama Party" on April 16th raises awareness and collects pajamas for hospitalized children
• Operates primarily east of the Mississippi with headquarters in Baltimore
• Small contributions and volunteer efforts make meaningful differences - "It doesn't take a lot of zeros to give back"
Visit caseycares.org to learn how you can help critically ill children and their families through volunteering, donating, or connecting them with Casey Cares services.
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS - be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy's Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world - a review means so much.
And don't forget to follow along on all the socials:
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Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
And don’t forget to follow along on all the socials:
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Jim Burns returns to discuss how couples can reinvent their marriage after children leave home, exploring the unexpected challenges and opportunities of the empty nest phase.
• Empty nest can be challenging as couples suddenly have more time together after years of child-focused living
• The "gray divorce" phenomenon is increasing among those over 50, often due to neglected marriages during child-raising years
• Communication needs reinvention in each marriage phase, particularly when entering the empty nest
• Four powerful questions to discuss: What's working? What's not working? What's confusing? What's missing?
• Creating a dream list together helps couples envision and plan their next chapter
• "Thank therapy" transforms relationships through intentionally practicing gratitude
• Emotional intimacy precedes physical intimacy, requiring intentional effort from both partners
• Three reflective questions: Do I like who I'm becoming? Is my heart for God growing? Am I giving my spouse only emotional scraps?
• Couples may spend more years together after children leave than they did raising children
For more information on empty nest marriage and Jim's resources, visit Homeward.com and check out his books and podcasts "Homeward with Jim Burns" and "Embracing Your Season."
Connect with Jim Here
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS - be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy's Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world - a review means so much.
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Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
Get a copy of Amy’s Best selling book: CANNONBALL! FEARLESSLY Facing Midlife and Beyond here
Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
And don’t forget to follow along on all the socials:
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And the F WORD IS: FASHION
Fearlessly Facing Fashion as we age with Fashion designer, Karla Murguia, Founder of the Montsera Collective. Karla's story is a masterclass in following your soul's calling, no matter how daunting the journey might seem. From her comfortable position as a digital editor at Elle magazine in Mexico to the bold decision to start over in New York City, Karla demonstrates what happens when we choose courage over comfort.
The conversation unfolds like a vivid tapestry, revealing how Karla's fearless spirit led her from prestigious fashion houses in Manhattan to remote villages in Chiapas, Mexico. There, she formed profound connections with indigenous women artisans who create magnificent textiles using backstrap looms—a technique they've learned since childhood. These artisans don't simply create fabric; they weave their cultural identity, community markers, and ancestral symbolism into every piece.
What strikes you most about Karla's journey is her unwavering commitment to authentic collaboration. When taxi drivers refused to take her to villages protected by armed guards, she walked alone toward uncertainty. When communication barriers arose with artisans who speak Mayan dialects, she learned key phrases to honor their culture. Rather than imposing her designs, she invites the weavers' creative wisdom into every piece, establishing relationships built on mutual respect rather than exploitation.
The Montsera Collective represents something far more significant than beautiful clothing—it's a bridge between worlds, a preservation of heritage, and a model for ethical fashion. As Karla's father wisely advised her, "Burn your boats"—commit fully to your path without the safety net of retreat. Through periods of doubt and tears, she persevered, understanding that meaningful success is "a marathon, not a sprint."
Ready to be inspired by courage in action? Listen now, and perhaps you'll find yourself questioning: what circles in your life might open into horseshoes, creating space for unexpected magic to enter?
Connect with Karla Murguia and the Montsera Collection here
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Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
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Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
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And the F WORD is: Fearlessly Facing our FACES as we age. Today my guest is Joshua Hardinger, an incredible makeup artist specializing in mature skin who transforms women's confidence through his artistic approach to makeup. He shares his philosophy of enhancing natural beauty rather than changing it, helping women rediscover themselves.
• Joshua's background as an artist from Ringling College of Art and Design influences his approach to makeup
• His specialty in mature skin comes from seeing beauty where women sometimes lose confidence
• The power of seeing someone "perk up and sit taller" after a makeup application
• Practical tips for mature skin: avoid powder, apply concealer strategically at tear ducts
• Place blush high on cheekbones instead of apples for a lifted appearance
• Match foundation to the inside of your wrist to find your true shade
• Women often deflect compliments instead of simply accepting them
• Stop fighting aging and embrace who you are right now
"Let go of the little stuff and just keep killing it. Just keep moving forward. Don't overthink the little stuff or care about what anybody thinks, because it's your mind, it's your matrix."
Connect with Joshua here
Joshua Hardinger is a Makeup Artist and Fine Artist. He is currently a specialist for makeup on mature skin. Joshua paints, draws, and produces murals. He is currently a master makeup artist at Ana Molinari Salon Spa Boutique.
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Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
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And the "F WORD" is: FRIENDSHIP. Fearlessly Facing our friendships as we age.
Friendship expert Danielle Bayard Jackson unpacks the science of women's platonic relationships and offers practical strategies for navigating friendship challenges after 50. Research shows that loneliness increases cognitive decline, dementia, and heart disease by 32% in women over 50, making our friendship connections crucial for health and wellbeing.
• Reframing being "new" as an advantage when entering social situations
• Using the "acceptance prophecy" to approach social situations with confidence
• Understanding how online friendships should supplement not replace in-person connections
• Handling reciprocity issues by framing concerns as invitations rather than accusations
• Recognizing when a friendship has run its course and how to navigate ending relationships
• Honoring your authentic self in friendship while remaining open to growth
• Taking control of your friendship journey by stepping outside your comfort zone
Find Danielle's book "Fighting for Our Friendships: The Science and Art of Conflict and Connection in Women's Relationships" anywhere books are sold and check out her podcast "Friend Forward" for more insights on women's friendships.
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Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with Inspo and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
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Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
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Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
Make sure to share with friends and family and would love if you could leave a review. There are so many shows out there floating around and if you are finding value in the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast share it with the world – a review means so much.
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F Word is - Fearlessly Facing
FAITH
This episode is packed to the brim - actually overflowing with nuggets that will make you stop and think and leave you with a smile. My guest is a light in this world and Annie’s journey is one so many of us can relate to—the endless striving to prove our worth, only to discover that our value was never tied to what we achieve.
Annie shares her journey - and how she was addicted to achievement. Chasing accomplishments in sports, relationships, careers, and more to feel like she mattered. When life threw some ‘curveballs’ her way - regarding her health, her relationships and life, she came face-to-face with a raw truth: her worth had nothing to do with what she could do or earn. Instead, it was rooted in God’s unchanging love.
Annie’s message is rooted in faith and her commitment to share her love for the Lord with others.
If you’ve wrestled with faith this episode is for you - at any age.
Share this episode with a friend who might need a reminder of their worth today.
Follow here and tag a friend. And there are 200 episodes of the Fearlessly Facing Fifty and beyond podcast filled with inspo to encourage you to live your best, confident life at any age.
Listen to Annie's Podcast, Made To Shine here
Connect with Annie here
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Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
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And the F WORD is Fearlessly Facing Our Futures and our future health. Dr. Jayne Morgan, a cardiologist, joins host, Amy Schmidt to explore the link between hormones and heart health in women at midlife and beyond. They discuss heart disease, the leading cause of death among women, and emphasize the need for greater awareness. Dr. Morgan shares her journey into menopause and women's health, discussing the most important thing that women can do today to advocate for their health. They also address three things that women can incorporate into their lives to put heart health as a priority as we age.
Takeaways
- Dr. Jayne Morgan transitioned from cardiology to menopause education during the COVID-19 pandemic.
- Heart disease is the number one killer of women, and the risk increases during perimenopause and menopause.
- The symptoms of heart disease in women can be different from those in men, and it is important to recognize and address them.
- Cholesterol, statins, and testosterone play a role in heart health, and further research is needed to understand their impact on women.
- If there is one thing we can do today is to ask our physicians for a baseline EKG.
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Introduction to Heart Health for Women
3:00
Meet Dr. Janye Morgan, Cardiologist
5:30
Pregnancy Complications and Heart Risk
9:55
Perimenopause, Menopause and Heart Disease
14:48
Why Women's Heart Symptoms Are "Atypical"
21:20
Blood Pressure Management in Midlife
25:45
Exercise and Heart Health for Women
Ready toFEARLESSLY FACEall the F WORDS – be inspired and encouraged?
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Fearlessly Facing Fifty and Beyond has over 200 episodes with inspiration and stories to age fearlessly and connect confidently to others thriving at midlife and beyond.
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Number one New York Times bestselling author and children’s yoga and mindfulness expert Susan Verde knows the power of positive self-talk. For decades, Verde has struggled with her inner critic, a voice inside telling her that she was not enough. Yoga, meditation, and mindfulness practices became her way of challenging and quieting this voice. However, the moment she became a parent, the voice became louder than ever. How would she manage to parent three little ones when she could not speak to herself with compassion, kindness, and love? Motherhood would prove to be the ultimate test of her practice.
Woven throughout the book are mantras reminding readers to speak to themselves with compassion, with the ultimate goal of living, loving, and parenting from a place of freedom and authenticity. Verde’s message is that we must all be the authors of our own inner dictionaries, filling them with words of self-love. We must listen to the voice that is telling us that we are worthy. And we must let these words become our story.
Connect with Susan here
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In this episode I talk to the inspiring Alex Sanfilippo. Not only is Alex a successful podcast host and entrepreneur, but he values the importance of relationships and staying connected. In this very special Mother's Day episode, we hear in his own words, what it's like to look back at his relationship with his mom through the years, and how important it is to stay connected.
Many of us feel sad or anxious when our adult children leave for the next phase of their journey, but as you'll hear, it can be filled with many emotions, but most of all it is filled with excitement for new adventures.
The porch light will always be on.......
Alex Sanfilippo started his first business at the age of twelve; selling used golf balls. From there, he went on to real estate investing and a technology start up which he sold years later. For the past decade, Alex has been an executive in the aerospace industry. During his time in corporate America, he stayed active with his side hustles; which mainly consisted of conference speaking and business coaching.
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One of my favorite conversations - and one of yours as well - we are replaying some of our favorites from seasons past - and you don't want to miss this one.
Menopause is a challenging time for women. Expanding waistlines, loss of sleep, forgetfulness….we need to find some peace of mind. Wouldn’t it be nice to say Good Bye to menopause symptoms and Hello to a new found confidence?
In this episode Jackie Giannelli shares her knowledge and insight around all those things, and shares strategies that work.
Elektra Health is on a mission to smash the menopause taboo by empowering women with evidence-based education, care & community.
Jackie Giannelli is a women’s health expert, board-certified nurse practitioner, and certified menopause provider. She’s a medical provider at Elektra Health and serves as Assistant Medical Director at Maze Health. Jackie specializes in peri menopause and menopause, urology, sexual medicine, and general gynecology.
You can find Elektra Health here: and get started on finding resources and answers to your menopause questions.
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In this episode we meet the Jill of all trades, Jill Koch, Founder of Jill Comes Clean.
She is passionate about so many things - and has mastered the art of reinvention like so many over the years. After the birth of her son, Jill decided to start blogging about the things she loves best - cleaning and organizing and "voila" Jill Comes Clean was born.
What we talk about:
- What is a CHORGASM
- Helpful hints for families with littles and keeping things organized
- 3 helpful hints for spring cleaning your homes
- How do we actually clean our mattresses and how the heck do we put a duvet cover on quickly and efficiently?
- What advice would you give your younger self
Learn more about Jill Comes Clean Here Connect with Jill on IG - Click Here -----------
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Your menopause journey is certainly not one size fits all. Today my guest is Ann Garnier, the Co- Founder and CEO of Lisa Health, working to transform the lives of over 3.8B women and how they live 1/3 of their life.
Midday exists to help women walk on the brightest path of health and wellness. We set out to create a digital health solution to transform the menopause life stage and empower women to kickstart healthy aging and absolutely thrive.
Prior to Lisa Health, Ann was COO at CarePayment, Senior Vice President, Marketing and Operations at RelayHealth (McKesson), and Vice President, Strategy and Marketing for Paradigm Health (Optum). She is passionate about using technology to transform women’s health, advancing research on menopause and healthy aging, and helping women thrive in midlife and celebrate the start of something great.
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In this episode of The Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast, my guest Julie Gordon White shares why it’s never too late to launch something new. Julie is an entrepreneur extraordinaire, and she shares where her passion and purpose intersected - and why it’s so important to not only walk the walk - but talk the talk. Julie is the creator and CEO of Bossabars - a female formulated energy bar. We talk all the things during this conversation - and you will leave feeling inspired and ready to take on a new challenge.
Some of the things we discuss:
- Julie’s journey of finding a need gap in her own life and building a business that meets that need for herself and others in the same position.
- Moving from a service-based business structure to a consumer packaged goods business.
- Creating your journey - and not waiting for the perfect time to launch.
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My words for 2023 was laughter. There's something about having fun and finding joy at this phase of life that is what everyone needs.
“If I had to choose between ageism or sexism, I’d take a pat on the behind any day, since that meant someone noticed me.”
— Carole Montgomery
Carole Montgomery has had a long and varied career. With over two dozen television credits to her name, Carole Montgomery is a respected veteran of the standup comedy scene nationwide. What began as a way to work with her friends has exploded on the comedy scene. When Carole (a veteran of the stand up scene for over 40 years) started, you would never see two female comics on the same show. Fast forward to today’s comedy scene and nothing has changed, even though there are way more women in comedy.
Connect with Carole here and watch Showtime's Funny Women of A Certain Age here.
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In today's episode meet Amy Polacko. She is the Freedom Warrior. She’s a divorce coach and journalist, whose writing about divorce and women’s issues has been featured in national media. In this episode, she talks about how she empowers women to create an amazing next chapter in their lives, after a divorce or toxic relationship. Daniel and Wendy discover that Amy’s both a coach and a cheerleader, helping women discover who they truly are, and encouraging them to start focusing on themselves. Her clients gain confidence, clarity, and the power they need to create a plan for their lives.
Amy Polacko is a Freedom Warrior - and is committed to helping women live life on their own terms during/after a toxic relationship or divorce. As a divorced single mom, she is passionate about coaching women one-on-one and founded the empowerment group Strong Savvy Women to provide support, inspiration, and guidance to single women. Amy is also an award-winning journalist who sheds light on women's issues including divorce, domestic abuse, coercive control, and singlehood.
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Sexual Wellness Is Self Care | Dr. Lyndsey Harper
Dr. Lyndsey Harper is a Board Certified Ob/Gyn, Associate Professor of Ob/Gyn for Texas A&M COM, a Fellow of The American Congress of Obstetricians and Gynecologists, and a Fellow of the International Society for the Study of Women’s Sexual Health. Dr. Harper is the founder and CEO of Rosy, a women’s health technology company that connects women who have sexual health concerns with hope, community, and research-backed solutions. She has been named Forbes Top 53 Women Disrupting Healthcare, People Newspapers’ 20 Under 40, a Top Innovator in North Texas for 2020 and a DBJ Top Woman in Tech.
In this episode we talk about:
- What sexual health and wellness is
- The things your OB GYN knows and doesn’t know about sexual health
- How Rosy is educating women and their doctors
- How to improve your sexual health
- What “erotica" means
- Recommended resources and how they can help you, including Rosy
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In today's episode I talk with the amazing Mimi Ison, Founder of Hey Middle Age.
Originally a Northern Cali girl, (go Warriors, and A’s), she's been living in LA for over 2 decades.
In her mid-50s she was trying to figure out how to do this getting older thing when your body gets as stiff as your fave hardcover book, parents get sick and die, and ageism magnifies all the so-called horrors of this natural part of life.
I had let my health flounder, was feeling adrift about my future, and anxious about my time left on earth. Can you relate?
Then she launched Hey Middle Age - a blog filled with insightful info that inspires and empowers - but even more fun is her IG account - check it out here. You'll be dancing in the streets in no time.
Here's a link to get in touch with Mimi and get your groove on - just like she does!
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If you are sitting on the couch and next to you was you 30 year old self - what advice would you give them.
This is the question I ask at the end of every episode and during thousands of interviews since launching Fearlessly Facing Fifty this is a special episode of advice from my guests -
It's powerful and insightful - and I hope you enjoy it. As I begin an "advice to my younger self" campaign - I hope that you will submit your advice to me. please email me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com
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In today's episode you will meet Ali Gorman, and find out exactly what #NTTF means.
Mastering the art of reinvention, Ali has taken on new challenges along her journey - and has recently taken on the adventure of launching an app, which launched because of a conversation with friends.
In this episode we talk about:
- Alignment and what that looks like for 2023
- The power of friends being your pillars
- Starting something tech without a tech background
- Advice I'd give my younger self
Ali Gorman is the founder of the new TruFaves app. This is her third career reinvention. She spent more than 15 years working as a TV news reporter and also served four years in the U.S. Navy as a nurse corps officer.
You can learn more and download the app at www.trufaves.com
Ali can also be reached on Twitter @AliGormanTV, Instagram @AliGorman, and on LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/aligorman/
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Menopause - it's not the M word or even considered Taboo anymore - it's a revolution and in today's episode you will meet one of the champions that talks all things menopause. And for one thing - this is not your Mother's Menopause and we are ready to shout it from the roof tops. We are aging with confidence - and aging boldly!
Tamsen Fadal is an Emmy award winning news anchor, author, menopause advocate and champion for women in their prime. She is dedicated to supporting women as they move through various life stages, including career, menopause, and midlife. In 2020, she started to share her experiences as a woman in midlife on her podcast, Coming Up Next with Tamsen Fadal. Each week sheinterviews thought leaders, authors, and experts about embracing your next chapter. Tamsen is currently working on a documentary on navigating menopause. She is passionate about the arts and is also the executive producer and host of a nationally syndicated program, The Broadway Show, highlighting the stories of people who create Broadway shows both on and off the stage.
Connect with Tamsen here:
https://tamsenfadal.com/
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Could a vaginal moisturizer help you?Many women experience vaginal dryness without having a name for it. They feel tightness, pain, burning, or itching and don’t know why.
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In today's episode I talk with the amazing Kristin Dickerson. We can all remember the unexpected journey, Eat Pray Love. Today, I talk with Kristin, who has carved her own incredible path.
Kristin is the TV Host of: NBC Texas Today, Author of: My Journey Back to God and producer of the Documentary: Camino de Santiago Faith Walk.
This interview is thoughtful, insightful and genuine, and I admire Kristin for so many reasons. Today we discuss how she and her husband are quit their jobs to walk the Camino de Santiago in Spain, visit Israel and India, and bring cameras for the whole trip. Their goal? Produce a project about faith.
Click here to order a copy of the book: My Journey Back to God.
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We are ever-evolving and as women of a certain age - things change. So often there are certain things we experience that we don't talk about. They may be considered #taboo - but not anymore. In today's episode, Meet Geri DiPiano - CEO and Founder of FemmePharma. Geri is not only a thought-leader around women's health, but an innovator - and today we dig into a topic that so many women experience and we don't talk about. Geri has created a company that is targeted at women's health - and helping support something so many experience, vaginal dryness.
FemmePharma is an innovated health and wellness company that has been reinventing women’s healthcare for more than 20 years. FemmePharma’s mission is to provide women with products they can feel confident about – the Mia Vita Personal Lubricant & Moisturizer is FDA-cleared, and all our products are made with pharmaceutical-grade ingredients. They are the highest quality available without needing a prescription.
Could a vaginal moisturizer help you?Many women experience vaginal dryness without having a name for it. They feel tightness, pain, burning, or itching and don’t know why.
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In today's episode: meet Kim and Mike Barnes, Founders of the FB community Parenting Aging Parents.
When you’re helping your aging parents there can be so much confusion, so many unknowns, so much lingo – it’s hard to even know what to “google” for answers!
Mike’s mom has Alzheimer’s, his dad is in his 80s and Kim’s mom is also in her 80s. It’s a journey we know others are going through, as well, so they created a community to provide access to experts, share resources and build a community so that we know the right questions to ask, what services and assistance are available and how to find them.
You can find them here: https://parentingagingparents.com/ to get started finding your support system.
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In today's episode of the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast meet one of my pillars - my amazing friend, Kimberly Jarboe -
Pillars - those that hold you up and support you -
As you will hear from the conversation - this time of life is challenging - it comes with the gift of time to reflect and really examine where you are and where you want to go - or who you want to become -
Kim is a treasure in my life - and we hold each other up, talk each other off the ledge - or reasons to climb back on the ledge -
Kim has built an incredible business around her passion of helping others ditch toxins in their lives - and live healthier, fuller more joy-filled lives. Feel free to connect with her - I'm always up for sharing something amazing...and she's pretty amazing.
Ways to connect with Kim: Click Here
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Surround Yourself With Greatness Series - I would love for you to meet Katie Fogarty: A podcast dynamo, LinkedIn guru and friend - on a mission to redefine aging by AGING OUT LOUD!
In today's episode I chat with Katie Fogarty, as we dig into what it means to age boldly.
Katie is the host of The Certain Age Podcast and recently launched an IG community called AGE OUT LOUD that spotlights redefining aging.
Katie and I share a lot of similarities, and both launched our shows the year we turned 50. She is on a mission to shift the narrative that aging makes you irrelevant.
In this episode we talk about all things aging - why she's doing what's she doing. The challenges we face at midlife and beyond and how to continue living forward with purpose and how we learn from every episode and guest we meet along the way.
Make sure to check out A Certain Age Podcast and follow along and become part of her IG Community AGE OUT LOUD.
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In today's episode of the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast, and as I continue the Surround Yourself With Greatness Series, I am so pleased to have an incredible guest. Rob Gaduet, from the Cajun Navy Ground Force.
Volunteers are often doing the work to help their neighbors pick up the pieces and rebuild. One of those organizations is the Cajun Navy. The group got its start after Hurricane Katrina in 2005 when boat owners stepped up to help rescue people. Since then, Cajun Navy volunteers have become a regular presence whenever a natural disaster strikes and are often the first on the scene.
One of those volunteers is Rob Gaudet. He’s from the Cajun Navy Ground Force in Louisiana and is the founder and director of the Cajun Navy Foundation. Rob has been on the road for weeks helping in the wake of Hurricane Ian. Today, he’s sharing what he’s seeing now - 69 days past landfall, and stories of how they're making an impact and offering help when it is so needed.
Please get involved - get in touch or donate from the heart -
Facebook - Facebook.com/GoCajunNavy (Click here)
Website - GoCajunNavy.org (Click here)
Donate - Give.GoCajunNavy.org
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Okay let's talk about it - stress urinary incontinence - it's a thing - and ladies - I'm right there with you - I've recently been using INNOVO to combat bladder leaks and strengthen my pelvic floor and am finding results.
Today I have on the fabulous Jamie Hess. Jamie is a TV personality and co-creator of the popular Instagram account, @NYCfitfam with her husband George.
We both have tried INNOVO’s clever technology stimulates the pelvic floor to strengthen the muscles and treats the root cause of bladder leaks and aren't afraid to share our stories. So pop in the earbuds and get ready to be inspired and most of all realize YOU ARE NOT ALONE!
I'm so excited because INNOVO has a starter kit to give away to one of you!
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A bonus episode all about tips and tricks to alleviate holiday stress. Who gets an upset stomach just thinking about all that has to be done between now and the end of the year...yikes! I've been there - and am a recovering perfectionist for sure! In this bonus episode I share my 3 tips to alleviate holiday stress and enjoy them!
1) Let go of the P word! Perfectionism. If all the holiday decorations, presents, cookies, outfits, and responsibilities must be done perfectly, you are setting yourself up for stress and over the top anxiety. It’s easy to fall into the “if it’s not perfect, I’ve failed” trap. Show your imperfections, your vulnerabilities….happy and meaningful - joy’full’ hearts are what we need to strive for.
Identify Your stress triggers
2) There is power in saying No. This is so challenging because we feel like we’re letting people down. But when you make thoughtful choices about what you WANT to do and what you don’t want to do, you can then participate in the things that are meaningful to you and bring you joy, rather than those that make you anxious.
Build your Village
- Identify your connected community and ask for support!
3) Take time to remember those who are not with you. The holidays can be a sad and stressful time when you have lost someone that you love. Create a tradition to remember them.
You can read about my tips in greater detail on my blog on Fearlessly Facing Fifty.
Here's the link to check it out.
or
Watch my interview on #nbcnewsdaily with #katesnow and #aaronGilchrist
You can tune in here.
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Are your #college kids heading home for the holidays? In this episode, I share some tips for holidays with a full house.
Don't have a welcome committee when they walk in the door. Let them ease back in (they are tired)
Let the spend time with their friends - they need it.
And discuss expectations before they arrive home. It makes a win/win for all.
You can read about my tips in greater detail on my blog on Fearlessly Facing Fifty.
Here's the link to check it out.
or
Watch my interview on #nbcnewsdaily with #katesnow and #aaronGilchrist
You can tune in here.
So many great things happening - and I can't wait to share them all with you.
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Welcome to the first guest interview in the surround yourself with greatness series. This interview is special as this was introduction from someone who follows FearlesslyFacingFifty and knew that we would hit it off. Enjoy this conversation.
I'd like to introduce you to Ann Teget.
Ann Teget is a native Midwesterner, empty nester, and co-creator of the award-winning travel and lifestyle blog PostcardJar.com. Along with her husband, Steve, she enthusiastically shares authentic stories about food, travel and healthy living. Her blog and real-life experiences inspire others to live and travel well.
Your listeners can read more about food, travel, and healthy living on our blog at postcardjar.com. They can also follow us on social media @postcardjar.
They can access our 3 FREE low-calorie soup recipes HERE.
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So what's next for you? A question we have often when we reach a certain age. How about heading to camp? In today's episode I have the amazing founders of Camp Reinvention on the show, Dana Hilmer and Wendy Perrotti. Once a year they offer an amazing course designed just for you - those that may wonder what is next.
Grab a seat at the Camp Reinvention Career Change Accelerator and during the 12 week course you will identify and gain focus around your next steps.
And I'm excited because I will be teaching a program on mentorship as one of their experts!
You don't want to miss it.
Click here to sign up by October 27th, 2022
When Jenny Hubbard lost her six-year-old daughter Catherine in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, she was confronted with a grief and loss no parent should ever face. And yet, In the depths of her pain, she sought to inspire and founded the CVH Animal Sanctuary in her daughter’s memory, creating a place of healing for humans, animals and the environment – a place to fulfill one little girl’s dream of kindness and compassion for all.
Now, Jenny Hubbard is sharing her journey of healing and transformation in a new book, FINDING SANCTUARY: How the Wild Work of Peace Restored the Heart of a Sandy Hook Mother.
Inspiring and courageous, Finding Sanctuary is a testament to faith and provides a path of hope, even in the darkest moments of our lives.
You can reach out to Jenny and find out more about the Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary here.
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Age is NOT just a number. Amen!
Are you ready to grow up and not grow old? Today’s episode will inspire you to #cannonballwithconfidence. This podcast was so popular - that we decided to share it again. Listen in as two award-winning ad creatives talk about launching their #AgeisNOTjustaNumber video campaign — an “Age Anthem” tackling ageism head-on. I was part of the campaign and loved every minute of it – you can watch it here.
If you believe that “age doesn’t define you, that substance is the new sexy, and in kicking ass instead of sitting on it,” meet Susan Lee Colby and Kathy Sjogren. After “aging out” of the youth-obsessed ad industry, the two friends co-founded Grace Creative, an agency specializing in marketing to women over 50.
Learn more about Girls Gone 50 here
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Walking your way to better with Joyce Shulman - replay of the fabulous conversation with 99 Walks Founder, Joyce Shulman
Walking is more than just a way to increase the blood flow throughout your body, but it’s also the easiest exercise you can do to improve your overall health.
Join me in this episode as we walk towards a better life with Joyce Shulman! She is the co-founder and CEO of Macaroni Kid and 99 Walks, an app that empowers women to track their walk and walk the path to a better life.
Tune in as Joyce inspires you to put on those shoes and walk towards a better version of yourself through the walking! Joyce will also share how women can follow their dreams, take action over their health, and feel good!
Walking is magic!
You don’t have to do it for long hours, a quick 5 to 10-minute walk will do!
So start where you are, put one foot in front of the other, put aside all your doubts and expectations, and just walk!
Episode Highlights:
- How to follow your dreams and be intentional
- The martyr mom syndrome
- What is ’99 Walks’?
- How the concept behind 99 Walks
- The magic of walking!
- What’s hindering women from achieving their dreams?
- Momentum vs. motivation
- What is intentional walking?
- What motivates Joyce to get out of bed and show up every single day?
Connect with Joyce:
- Instagram @joyce.r.shulman
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Walk Your Way to Better: 99 Walks That Will Change Your Life
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Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Judy Schoenberg and Linda Lautenberg, co-founders of EvolveMe, about their passion for midlife career reinvention for women.
Judy and Linda share the story behind their brand, EvolveMe, as well as their professional backgrounds.
They will also talk about the skills they have learned working together.
You'll hear from Judy and Linda about how they are committed to making the workplace about women supporting women.
You will learn about their Reinvention Collective program.
Judy and Linda will offer advice to women who are hesitant to take the next step in their careers.
Join us as Amy, Judy and Linda have a fascinating conversation about career reinvention.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn in this Show:
- About EvolveMe and what it does.
- The reasons why Judy and Linda left their executive roles.
- Are women in midlife more collaborative?
- The importance of having an accountability partner in your life.
- And so much more...
Quotes:
"We created EvolveMe, so women can come together for programming, to have a structure andalso to support each other to reinvent their careers." (Linda Lautenberg)
"We are better able to receive help when we see that we are also able to give it." (Linda Lautenberg)
"You can not always be balanced. Sometimes you are more involved with work and sometimes you are more involved with your personal life. And so we try to be kind of a hub for each other's flow." (Linda Lautenberg)
"That's why all of our programming is done in groups, because we believe in the magic that happens when women come together and support each other." (Judy Schoenberg)
Resources:
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When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
If you want to boost your immune system, the Purality Health vitamin C booster is a must-try. Their patented formula delivers vitamin C right into your bloodstream. Go to puralityhealth.com (link) and use the code FFF20 to get 20% off!
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EvolveMe (evolveme.work) | Instagram (evolveme.work)
Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Meri Frischman, founder of The Pro-Age Woman. Meri is an advocate for positive aging and celebrates women over 50 through connection, conversation, inspiration, fashion and events.
Meri will talk about her journey and how it has been a gift to her.
She will also talk about her recipe for success.
You will discover the one thing Meri particularly enjoys and how it's been is key to her success.
Kristen will also share how she and Meri met and the incredible work they have done together.
Join us as Amy, Kristen and Meri have a fascinating conversation about positive aging, authenticity and time management.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn On this Show:
- Meri's eMagazine, The Pro-Age Woman.
- Meri's formula for success.
- Why Meri wanted an intergenerational writer for her magazine.
- Meri's advice to her younger self.
- And so much more...
Quotes:
"Women are taught to be competitive and to judge each other. I am really trying to break that because competitive thinking does not benefit any of us." (Meri Frischman)
"One of the things I love about the magazine is that any woman can read it, even if she's the pro-age woman and it's really aimed at women over 50. Any woman can pick up the magazine and enjoy it." (Kristen Coffield)
"Listen to the whispers in your head. Listen to the whispers in your gut." (Meri Frischman)
Resources:
Finding it a challenge to take care of yourself? Try Palermo Body, a collection of all-natural skin care products. To get the 10% special savings, go to palermobody.com (link) and enter the promo code: BTG SAVINGS.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
If you want to boost your immune system, the Purality Health vitamin C booster is a must-try. Their patented formula delivers vitamin C right into your bloodstream. Go to puralityhealth.com (link) and use the code FFF20 to get 20% off!
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Link to the Pro-Age Woman emagazine
Midlife can be challenging. During this episode you will meet a dynamic duo behind the Midlife Mentors. It’s time to step away from the madness we manifest in our attempts to attain goals that are unachievable, as we help you focus on the daily opportunities that redefine who and what you are, with the wisdom that comes with age.
Here's what we talk about in this episode with Midlife Mentors, Claire and James Davis.
- How our hormones are changing in midlife for both women and men AND what we can do about i
- Self-talk and improving ourselves.
- Their 8-week “Midlife Method” program to regain control of body, mind, and life.
- Improving our confidence at midlife.
This is a fun conversation, all about embracing our second half of life with joy and enthusiasm.
You can connect with Claire and James and learn more about them and their program at: www.themidlifementors.com or on Instagram at: @midlifementors Resources:
Finding it a challenge to take care of yourself? Try Palermo Body, a collection of all-natural skin care products. To get the 10% special savings, go to palermobody.com (link) and enter the promo code: BTG SAVINGS.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
If you want to boost your immune system, the Purality Health vitamin C booster is a must-try. Their patented formula delivers vitamin C right into your bloodstream. Go to puralityhealth.com (link) and use the code FFF20 to get 20% off!
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Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Heather Lee, a certified clinical anxiety therapist, a certified psychedelic-assisted psychotherapist, the founder of MedicineWomanRetreats, and the former director of women's health education at the University of Virginia Medical Center.
Heather Lee has been a therapist for over 25 years, using psychedelic psychotherapy as an effective path for many seeking relief from depression and anxiety.
She'll share her own journey with plant medicine that's helped her achieve deep inner peace.
She'll also talk about her new program offering psychedelic retreats just for women in Jamaica.
You'll learn about the history of psilocybin and the key differences between psilocybin and cannabis.
She'll explain to you why psilocybin mushrooms are also called magic mushrooms.
You'll learn what loopholes exist to use Psilocybin and Oregon's efforts to legalize it.
Heather will reveal the best resource to learn more about psychedelic medicine.
Join us as Amy, Kristen and Heather have a fascinating conversation about psychedelic medicine and psychedelic psychotherapy.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn On this Show:
- Psilocybin, the magic mushroom, and its incredible benefits.
- Why is psilocybin the safest medicine?
- How psilocybin works in your body when you ingest it.
- Psilocybin microdosing and the placebo effect.
- Psilocybin prescreening and the people who shouldn't take it.
- And so much more...
Quotes:
"Psilocybin is a medicine that takes us out of our default mode network. It creates a new way for our brain to work at full capacity, to look at things from a new perspective, and to develop new neural pathways." (Heather Lee)
"For therapists who think they can fix everything and have the answer, they need to step back and trust the medicine" (Heather Lee)
"People have experiences with these medicines that are so life-changing and powerful that they equate them to the birth of a child."(Heather Lee)
Resources:
Finding it a challenge to take care of yourself? Try Palermo Body, a collection of all-natural skin care products. To get the 10% special savings, go to palermobody.com (link) and enter the promo code: BTG SAVINGS.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
If you want to boost your immune system, the Purality Health vitamin C booster is a must-try. Their patented formula delivers vitamin C right into your bloodstream. Go to puralityhealth.com (link) and use the code FFF20 to get 20% off!
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How to Change Your Mind: The New Science of Psychedelics …
Summary
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Tammy Davis, founder of Revolutionary Aromatherapy and clinical aromatherapy master.
Tammy's speciality has evolved over the years into the biology of the stress response.
She will share what drew her to aromatherapy and who influenced her along the way.
She will also share her insights on essential oils and aromatherapy.
You discover why Robert Tisserand is responsible for the English-speaking world's understanding of aromatherapy.
Tammy will reveal an oil that is better than a mouthwash as well as one of her favorite essential oils.
Join us as Amy, Kristen and Tammy have a fascinating conversation about aromatherapy and essential oils.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn On this Show:
- How to effectively incorporate essential oils into your wellness routine.
- The two classifications of essential oils and why the quality of your oil is very important.
- Great starter oils and their benefits.
- Is it safe to combine essential oils with prescription medications?
- Tammy's explanation of why she does not recommend lavender.
- And so much more...
Quotes:
"We have more olfactory receptors than any other receptor in the body."(Tammy Davis)
"Oils contain these chemicals that directly influence the brain"(Tammy Davis).
"What you put on your skin is just as important as what you put into your body."(Tammy Davis)
Resources:
Finding it a challenge to take care of yourself? Try Palermo Body, a collection of all-natural skin care products. To get the 10% special savings, go to palermobody.com (link) and enter the promo code: BTG SAVINGS.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
If you want to boost your immune system, the Purality Health vitamin C booster is a must-try. Their patented formula delivers vitamin C right into your bloodstream. Go to puralityhealth.com (link) and use the code FFF20 to get 20% off!
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Better Than Gossip Show
revolutionary aromatherapy (revolutionaryaromatherapy.com)
Summary
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Deirdre Fitzpatrick, KCRA morning news anchor, Dying To Ask Podcast host, and Hearst Olympic Team Reporter. Deirdre is also a four-time Emmy award winner for in writing, anchoring and reporting.
She will share how she found her passion and purpose for journalism.
She will also talk about her morning routine as a morning news anchor at KCRA-TV.
You'll discover Deirdre's advice for people who want to find their tribe.
She will explain why she believes it is unhealthy to be happy all the time.
Deirdre will reveal a powerful conversation starter.
Join us as Amy and Deirdre have a fascinating conversation about self-confidence, asking for help, and habit stacking.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn On this Show:
- Deirdre's approach to making everything easier and her journalistic superpower
- How important it's to have a solid circle of friends
- Why are Millennials the unhappiest generation?
- The power of contentment and mental health.
- And so much more...
Quotes:
"To me, confidence is something you've to practice." (Deirdre Fitzpatrick)
"The greatest gift you can give yourself is to ask for help when you need it."(Deirdre Fitzpatrick)
"I feel like things are never as good or as bad as you think they're."(Deirdre Fitzpatrick)
"You can't feel the ups and downs of life unless you go through the whole gamut, so to speak."(Deirdre Fitzpatrick)
Resources:
Finding it a challenge to take care of yourself? Try Palermo Body, a collection of all-natural skin care products. To get the 10% special savings, go to palermobody.com (link) and enter the promo code: BTG SAVINGS.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
If you want to boost your immune system, the Purality Health vitamin C booster is a must-try. Their patented formula delivers vitamin C right into your bloodstream. Go to puralityhealth.com (link) and use the code FFF20 to get 20% off!
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip) Better Than Gossip Show
Year of Yes: Shonda Rhimes (Amazon)
The Sisterhood of the Traveling Pants: (Amazon)
Dying To Ask on Apple Podcasts | Deirdre Fitzpatrick Instagram (@runreadsip)
Summary
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Christina Geist, a brand strategist, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author of children's books. Christina is also the founder and CEO of Boombox Gifts and co-founder of True Geist. She is a passionate advocate for women's voices and loves shining a light on women in her life every day.
She will share her story and explain why she believes life is a long game.
She will also talk about the inspiration behind her "Love Month" Instagram posts.
You'll learn more about Christina's incredible businesses, including the idea that led to the creation of Boombox Gifts.
She'll reveal how she and her husband, NBC and MSNBC host Willie Geist, met and how their marriage has evolved.
Christina will share details about her new book, Buddy's New Buddy.
Join us as Amy and Christina have a fascinating conversation about friendships, necessary endings, and the fear of success.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that aims to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether it's on our podcast, our streaming media show, or our website, you'll find valuable information geared towards women across different generations. You have definitely come to the right place!
What You Will Learn on this Show:
- The importance of acknowledging the different chapters of your life.
- Christina's professional background.
- How Christina advanced her nanny's career.
- Christina's advice for women struggling to find their footing in their careers.
- And so much more...
Quotes:
“...you look at those chapters, you realize when one ends if you're sad that it's ending, it means you did it right.” (Christina Geist)
“There's no such thing as too much love in a child's life.”(Christina Geist)
“When you don't have the option to make decisions, it actually makes everything much easier.”(Christina Geist)
Resources:
Finding it a challenge to take care of yourself? Try Palermo Body, a collection of all-natural skincare products. To get the 10% special savings, go to palermobody.com (link) and enter the promo code: BTG SAVINGS.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
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Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Better Than Gossip Show
Christina Geist Instagram (@christinasharkeygeist) | Boombox (boomboxgifts.com) | TRUE GEIST (truegeist.com)
Summary
On today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa talk with Dr. Juliana Hauser, media expert, thought leader, educator, therapist and coach. Dr. Juliana has been helping people rethink and reimagine sex, sexuality and relationships for 20 years.
As she shares her story, she talks about her belief that your sexuality is the essence of who you are.
She will also talk about the REVEALED course she offers and her approach to teaching the skill of agency.
You will learn why knowing who you are as a sexual being is central to understanding who you are.
She will offer suggestions on how to write your sexual stories.
You will discover the difference between agency and empowerment.
Join Amy, Lisa, and Juliana for a fascinating discussion about crafting your sexual story and defining sexual agency.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn on this Show:
- Why Juliana believes that sexuality is the final frontier of self-development.
- One of the most difficult aspects of communicating about your sexual identity.
- The power of looking back at your history for your future.
- The steps to activating your agency.
- And so much more...
Quotes:
“ If you know who you are and accept who you are, then you can show up to relationships and connections authentically…” (Dr. Juliana Hauser)
“Your sexuality is the final frontier of self-development.” (Dr. Juliana Hauser)
“We are a society that teaches certainty equals safety, but it's actually not.” (Dr. Juliana Hauser)
Resources:
Finding it a challenge to take care of yourself? Try Palermo Body, a collection of all-natural skincare products. To get the 10% special savings, go to palermobody.com (link) and enter the promo code: BTG SAVINGS.
When you're feeling overwhelmed and need to unplug, you need a #getaway. Use the promo code: BTG SAVINGS at checkout to save $25 off your entire stay at getaway.house (link).
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Better Than Gossip Show
Better Than Gossip EP 53 with Angie Johnsey.
Dr. Juliana Hauser Website ( dr-juliana.com) | Course&
Summary
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Andrea Hipps, a divorce coach. Andrea is passionate about changing divorce norms and helping women create a space that is entirely about them and very little about their former partners.
As she shares her story, Andrea will talk about her own divorce and what she found most disappointing about it.
She will also discuss the Divorce Differently summit and what it's all about.
You will discover why Andrea perceives divorce as an intermission.
Andrea will also reveal the number #1 advice for divorce bystanders.
Join Amy, Kristen, and Andrea as they dive into a fascinating discussion about letting go of overwhelm and looking at what's next.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn on this Show:
- Andrea's efforts to shift the narrative away from the "screw you divorce mentality" and toward "beautiful two-address families."
- The truth about divorce recovery.
- Andrea's parenting advice for parents going through a gray divorce.
- Andrea's divorce coaching program and how it differs from divorce therapy.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"It is necessary … to sit in the dark pain of the loss." (Andrea Hipps )
"When you're married, you're like, everybody's divorced, then when you get divorced, you're like, I don't know anybody who's divorced." (Andrea Hipps )
"Healing is aligning yourself with reality…" (Andrea Hipps )
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Better Than Gossip EP 141 with Whitney Goodman.
Andrea Hipps Website (andreahippsdivorcecoach.com) | Book The Best Worst Time of Your Life | Divorce course Divorce Differently | Masterclass Three Ways to Make Your Former Partner Irrelevant
Summary
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Niro Feliciano, author, psychotherapist, podcast host, national media commentator, and expert on anxiety, brain science, and spirituality. Niro has been an anxiety specialist for the past 17 years.
As she shares her story, Niro will discuss how her book title, "This Book Won't Make You Happy: Eight Keys To Finding True Contentment," came about.
She will also discuss why she felt divine intervention during the publishing process of her book.
You will learn why social media likes and comments are only superficial connections.
Niro will explain why she listed the eight keys to finding true contentment in the order she did.
Join Amy, Lisa, and Niro, as they dive into a fascinating discussion about happiness versus contentment, social media detoxes, and the impact gratitude has on our bodies.
Enjoy!
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn on this Show:
- About Niro's book: a cultural definition of happiness and contentment.
- How our brains are actually designed to compare.
- Whether unhappiness equals anxiety.
- The eight keys to finding true contentment.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"It's not really whether we have it all together, it's really how we handle it, what we're doing with it. Are we asking for help?" (Lisa Speers)
"Contentment is different: It's about wanting what you already have and being able to see the beauty in what's already there amidst the challenges of what isn't beautiful." (Niro Feliciano)
"We have to deal with…the unhappiness within us, before we can deal with the external one." (Niro Feliciano)
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip) Better Than Gossip Show
Ossa Website (startengine.com/ossa)
Niro Feliciano Website (nirofeliciano.com) | Blog | Book This Book Won't Make You Happy … | Podcast All Things Life with Niro Feliciano
Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Karen Morgan, a former trial attorney and stand-up comedian. Karen transitioned from a trial lawyer to a stay-at-home mom and then to comedy. Interestingly, her professional comedy career kicked off as a finalist on Nickelodeon Television's "Search for the Funniest Mom in America."
As she shares her story, Karen will discuss why she believes she has employment ADHD.
She will also talk about her least favorite part of her children's college admissions process.
You will learn about Karen's first stand-up comedy experience and how Nick at Nite led to lifelong friendships in comedy.
Karen will reveal the ultimate stage she would want to perform on.
Join Amy, Lisa, and Karen as they dive into a fascinating discussion about finding joy, dealing with self-doubt, and how Generation X had the best childhood of any generation.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You Will Learn on this Show:
- The importance of doing something that fits you.
- How Karen's life experiences influenced her work as a stand-up comedian.
- The reason why Karen still does stand-up comedy.
- Why is Karen experiencing writer's block?
- Karen's advice to women interested in stand-up comedy.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"Don't stay in something to be miserable just because you think you should." (Karen Morgan)
"Don't ask an 18-year-old what they want to be when they grow up; let them explore." (Karen Morgan)
"Comics don't find their voice for almost 10 years." (Karen Morgan)
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link, or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Karen Morgan Social Media TikTok ( @karenmorgancomedy) and Instagram (@karenmorgancomedy)
Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Nancy Becker, founder of 2Betties — a Mother and Daughter duo on a mission to transform the snack food industry. Their delicious baked snacks are made with simple quality ingredients, all 100% natural with no refined sugar, additives or preservatives.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- The story of how Kristen and Nancy met.
- What led Nancy and her daughter to start a healthy snacks business together.
- How they successfully navigate the dynamics of a mom-daughter business.
- What makes 2 Betties different from all the other grab-and-go snacks out there.
- Why it's important for women to know and play to their strengths in business.
- All the places you can get 2 Betties snacks (+ discount code for our listeners)
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"It's wonderful when we can align our consumer dollars with our values, support other women in the process and get a product that's actually better for us than most." — Kristen Coffield.
"Be in the moment with attention and intention." — Nancy Becker.
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
2 Betties Website (2betties.com) | Instagram @2betties_ | Nutritional Info (2betties.com/pages/nutrition-comparison)
Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Scarlett DeBease, an image consultant, personal stylist, speaker and author of Stop Stressing About Dressing. Scarlett has the incredible gift of helping women dress in a way that makes them feel empowered and show up as their best selves.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- How to dress for a date and get back out there confidently after two long years spent indoors.
- Why you need to have a sense of humor when it comes to dressing.
- How to accessorize and get the proportions right.
- How Scarlett got her start in fashion and her No. 1 outfit recommendation for all women.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"You never know what's going to happen when you wear leggings because they lie to us." — Scarlett DeBease.
"You can try it on and see if you look fabulous or ridiculous, but you won't know until you try it on." — Scarlett DeBease.
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Fearless Facing Fifty Episode 9 with Scarlett DeBease (https://apple.co/3xOdJ4J)Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Scarlett DeBease Look Thinner Tips | Website (scarlettimage.com) | Book: Stop Stressing About Dressing
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Alex Sanfilippo, a podcasting guru, the host of the top-rated show, Podcasting Made Simple, and the founder of PodPros, which focuses on serving, connecting and empowering independent podcasters.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- Why sometimes lessening your responsibilities is the best move.
- The 3 secrets to making your life better.
- Is it time to embrace a necessary ending in your life, relationship or business?
- Why getting a coach or mentor goes beyond trying to solve a problem.
- What Alex is currently up to.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"You don't always have to be the one taking up the responsibility. You should be able just to do the things you love at a level that you enjoy doing them at."— Alex Sanfilippo.
"You have to be willing to sacrifice the good for the potential great."— Alex Sanfilippo.
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link, or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Fearless Facing Fifty (Episode 41) Interview with Alex Sanfilippo
Alex Sanfilippo's Website (podpros.com)
Creating a Brand Final Episode | Podcasting Made Simple
Esther Goetz Interview
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Esther Goetz, who runs the Moms of Bigs community on Facebook and Instagram. This community caters to an often neglected segment: moms of young adults. Esther is a mom of four grown kids, a grandmother and an all-around inspirational woman.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- Experiences in her own life that inspired Esther to create Mom of Bigs.
- How moms can navigate what's often a challenging transition period when their children fly the nest.
- How moms can learn to be 'invitational' instead of 'demanding'.
- Esther's incredibly moving letter to her younger self.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"We should give our kids roots of unconditional love and the wings of freedom, to be completely themselves."— Esther Goetz.
"If we could get rid of these four words in everybody's life, we would be so much further along. And those words are: But they're my family." — Esther Goetz.
"I'm not doing enough. I'm not a good enough mom. I'm too much of a mom. It's this comparison trap that leads to a feeling of shame and guilt" — Esther Goetz.
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Esther Goetz Website (Estherjoygoetz.com)
Moms of Bigs on Social Instagram & Facebook (@momsofbigs)
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Susan Cruz, a wellness coach, business leader and the CEO of Huntsboro Hemp—a company that sells all-natural, preservative-free, locally sourced CBD products.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- Susan's crazy first experience with public speaking and how she eventually overcame the fear.
- Susan's fantastic journey in the health and wellness industry.
- Why it's essential to embrace lifetime learning and the valuable lessons Susan has learned over the decades.
- How Susan handles the challenges of running a successful women-owned family-run business.
- How you can effectively incorporate CBD products in your life and reap its immense benefits.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"For women to step in their power, they need to own their story." Amy Schmidt
"Learning comes in many forms. You have to continue to learn about yourself and grow yourself personally—whatever that means for you." Susan Cruz
"Having the ability to ask for help and not looking at it as a sign of weakness is something that's so monumental for women to overcome." Amy Schmidt
"When you go back and look at the things you've failed in, that's where your lessons are. That's where you move forward." Susan Cruz
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Email: info@betterthangossip.com
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Huntsboro Hemp Ultimate CBD RELIEF Bundle
(huntsborohempco.com)
Title: Sarah Klein
Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Sarah Klein, a renowned attorney, an advocate for victims of sexual abuse, and a former competitive gymnast. Sarah is also the first known victim of former US Women’s Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar. In July 2018, she accepted the Arthur Ashe Courage Award on behalf of herself and the hundreds of other survivors of Nassar’s sexual abuse.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- Sarah's experience with being thrust into the spotlight during her acceptance speech for the 2018 Arthur Ashe Award for Courage.
- Exposing the ‘good guy’ predator and why most get away with sexual abuse for so long.
- The reasons why many women fail to report cases of sexual abuse.
- A look into Sarah’s work representing victims of sexual abuse including the twins in the case against Jerry Harris.
- The red flags parents need to look out for and the tough steps they need to take towards better protecting their kids.
- From depression to endometriosis, how Sarah struggled terribly in her adulthood due to the years of sexual trauma.
- How Sarah takes care of her mental health and keeps her life moving forward one day at a time.
- Different ways you get involved in the fight against sexual abuse.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
“A child’s psyche will tend to bury or make excuses for abuse. Sometimes it can’t even identify what is going on as abuse.”— Sarah Klein.
“We can have the conversation about how to empower our kids and give them the red flags to look for, but at the end of the day, as adults it's our duty to protect our kids.” — Sarah Klein.
"The biggest stars or the most loved, whether on the Oprah show or in your own community, are often the ones getting access to kids and using that position of power, authority, or fame to manipulate them" — Sarah Klein.
“There’s no survivor on the face of the planet earth that wants to be famous for being sexually abused.”— Sarah Klein.
Resources:
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For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Better Than Gossip Social Media Instagram (@betterthangossip_) and Facebook (@BetterThanGossip)
Sarah Klein’s Accepting the Arthur Ashe Award for Courage (youtube.com/watch?v=W9hu5HLoSzM)
Sarah’s podcast: Bar Fights
Dr. Celeste Holbrook | How I Went From A 26-Year-Old Virgin To A Sex Expert
Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Dr. Celeste Holbrook, a sexologist, speaker, author and independent consultant who's dedicated her life to helping women achieve soul-centered sex. She inspires women to move through the mental blocks that surround their intimate lives and re-awaken their sensual confidence.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- What Celeste's work as a sex educator entails.
- Why you need to shift your focus from performative sex to experiential sex.
- Celeste's own experience with painful sexual intercourse and how you can overcome the negative thoughts surrounding that.
- How responsibilities is an arousal killer and why this is one of the biggest struggles women face in their sex lives.
- The reason why some people feel more aroused in the morning or in the middle of the night.
- A different and more freeing way to look at desires and fantasies.
- Celeste's #1 advice for people getting started on transforming their sex life.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"I could teach you how to do bondage or all the different sex positions, but if they don't help you feel what you want to feel, it does not matter." —Dr. Celeste Holbrook.
"We were born biologically wired to eat. We're born biologically wired for pleasure. Yet, you still have to learn how to cook and you still have to learn how to have sex." —Dr. Celeste Holbrook.
"A bunch of bad sex isn't going to make you happy. Work on the quality of sex and meeting the emotional need and typically quantity falls into place." —Dr. Celeste Holbrook.
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For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Dr. Holbrook’s Website (drcelesteholbrook.com)
Find Dr. Celeste Holbrook on Instagram
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Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Whitney Goodman, the author of Toxic Positivity and owner of The Collaborative Counseling Center, a private therapy practice based in Miami. You can find Whitney on her widely popular Instagram page @sitwithwhit, where she goes by the title "radically honest psychotherapist."
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- Whitney's unique and holistic definition of toxic positivity.
- The origin of the culture of toxic positivity in the United States.
- A better approach than toxic positivity when interacting with someone going through a tough situation.
- How to recognize toxic positivity in the important relationships in our lives.
- The concept of predatory wellness and how it's negatively affecting women in our society.
- What to do when you are feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, stuck or any other emotion that's often frowned upon.
- Some of the topics Whitney has been broadly addressing on her Instagram page.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"9 out of 10 times, we actually know how to fix it or what we really need to do. We just want to talk, vent, be heard and feel validated." — Whitney Goodman.
"You can be an optimistic person and not engage in toxic positivity." — Whitney Goodman.
"As parents, it's so easy to become hyper focussed on our kids' happiness and diminish the value of other feelings." — Whitney Goodman.
"People who feel like they have to silence their emotions feel infinitely worse than the people who get to talk about them." — Whitney Goodman.
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings at Bonafidehealth.com
Whitney Goodman's Book: Toxic Positivity
Find Whitney on Instagram
Whitney's Website (sitwithwhit.com)
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
Title: Renata Joy | Staying Young, Strong and Sexy For Life
Summary:
In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy Schmidt and Kristen Coffield chat with Renata Joy, a mother, a grandmother, a successful entrepreneur and a leading lifestyle expert. She's also the founder of Pure Joy Wellness—a community-based lifestyle brand that helps women over 40 improve their lives through fitness, nutrition, and self-care.
Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valuable information that caters to women across different generations. You are definitely in the right place!
What You'll Learn on this Show:
- All the exciting things to look forward to from the Better Than Gossip brand.
- How Renata's childhood fueled her passion for health and fitness.
- What to do when you want to make your health a priority, but you feel stuck.
- How Renata transitioned from an ultra-successful career in broadcasting to running a health and wellness brand.
- The seven secrets to staying young, strong and sexy for life.
- And so much more…
Quotes:
"Your lifestyle choices really have a huge impact on the quality of your life."— Renata Joy.
"Compare yourself to you." — Renata Joy.
Resources:
If you are a coffee drinker, Four Sigmatic, a wellness company that is known for its mushroom coffee, is something you have to try. And you get exclusive savings that you won't find on the website. Here's the link or go to: www.foursigmatic.com/fff for 40% off!
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings. Go to Bonafidehealth.com
Renata Joy's Website (purejoywellness.com/blog)
Better Than Gossip Website (betterthangossip.com)
This episode is both bittersweet and exciting. I've entitled this solocast, Necessary Ending. I think Dr. Henry Cloud says it best, "You know it’s time to put something down - it’s not serving your life anymore and it's time to take action to make movement."
After you listen I would love to hear your thoughts - you can reach me here or amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com
Head on over to BetterThanGossip.com and check out what's coming....it's exciting and you don't want to miss it.
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Zibby Owens is the creator and host of the podcast Moms Don’t Have Time to Read Books,an amazing podcast interviewing incredible authors of all kinds about their books. I admire this woman for so many things - and having been a guest on her show, and now having her back for a second time on mine, this girl is on fire.
Zibby's new anthology of essays, written by 49 past guests on her podcast, is Moms Don’t Have Time to Have Kids: A Timeless Anthology.
In this interview we dig deep into Zibby - her life, her journey, and how she does what she does. We also dig into her newest venture, Zibby Books, a publishing company attempting to reimagine the business of books as a collaborative partnership.
Head on over to BetterThanGossip.com and check out what's coming....it's exciting and you don't want to miss it.
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms, and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings. Go to Bonafidehealth.com
Please make sure to enter the special giveaway from Alchimie Forever -
Follow Alchimie Forever and Amy.k.schmidt on Instagram and tag a friend, sister, your mom, a neighbor - anyone that deserves something special!
Alchimie Forever Winter Essentials giveaway for FFF: $203 value (and we're giving away 2)
- Soothing Body Lotion ($49)
- Dry Skin Balm ($25)
- Kantic Calming Cream ($69)
- Kantic Brightening Moisture Mask ($60)
And more special savings!
20% with code AMY20 for products purchased via www.alchimie-forever.com - valid through EOY/December 31, 2022.
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- American Blossom Linens - what better gift than the gift of a big warm hug every time you crawl into bed. Here's the link to explore and save with the code: Fearless20 for special savings!
How many times do you walk into your closet and can't figure out what to wear? Today's episode is just for you. Today's guest is the amazing Alison Lumbatis, Founder of Get Your Pretty On and author of The Ultimate Book of Outfit Formulas. Head over to outfitformulas.com and learn more.
Today we talk all the things.
What's Alison's favorite white tee?
Should we have alterations?
Size....schmize...don't waste your time worrying about this.
Your clothes should skim and hug the right parts and how do we do that?
And should we have a clothes accountability partner?
Head on over to BetterThanGossip.com and check out what's coming....it's exciting and you don't want to miss it.
For women who suffer from any of the broad range of peri-post menopausal symptoms, and who want safe and effective non-drug solutions check out Bonafide Health. Use the CODE: FEARLESS at checkout for 20% savings. Go to Bonafidehealth.com
Please make sure to enter the special giveaway from Alchimie Forever -
Follow Alchimie Forever and Amy.k.schmidt on Instagram and tag a friend, sister, your mom, a neighbor - anyone that deserves something special!
Alchimie Forever Winter Essentials giveaway for FFF: $203 value (and we're giving away 2)
- Soothing Body Lotion ($49)
- Dry Skin Balm ($25)
- Kantic Calming Cream ($69)
- Kantic Brightening Moisture Mask ($60)
And more special savings!
20% with code AMY20 for products purchased via www.alchimie-forever.com - valid through EOY/December 31, 2022.
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- American Blossom Linens - what better gift than the gift of a big warm hug every time you crawl into bed. Here's the link to explore and save with the code: Fearless20 for special savings!
Find your passion and love what you do. What joy it must be to be passionate about running family businesses and sharing your parents’ legacy with the world. Amy Schmidt's guest today is Ada Polla, CEO of Alchimie Forever. Alchimie Forever is Ada’s family-owned skincare business from Switzerland.
Amy talks all the things with Ada, from what it's like to be part of a family business. Tips and tricks to feel your best confident self inside and out.
Please make sure to enter the special giveaway from Alchimie Forever -
Follow Alchimie Forever and Amy.k.schmidt on Instagram and tag a friend, sister, your mom, a neighbor - anyone that deserves something special!
Alchimie Forever Winter Essentials giveaway for FFF: $203 value (and we're giving away 2)
- Soothing Body Lotion ($49)
- Dry Skin Balm ($25)
- Kantic Calming Cream ($69)
- Kantic Brightening Moisture Mask ($60)
And more special savings!
20% with code AMY20 for products purchased via www.alchimie-forever.com - valid through EOY/December 31, 2022.
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- American Blossom Linens - what better gift than the gift of a big warm hug every time you crawl into bed. Here's the link to explore and save with the code: Fearless20 for special savings!
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Two midlife, empty nester walk into a cannabis dispensary.....that's what we are talking about today - and you don't want to miss it.
When menopause starts, and often well before, women can stop feeling like themselves. Hormones go haywire and with them your mood; temperature regulation goes out the window; restful sleep becomes a distant memory; and mental clarity vanishes. Women are left to “deal with it.” We think that’s unacceptable.
Meet Carrie Mapes and Patty Pappas, two trailblazing women who decided to launch a business with women of a certain age in mind. Take two lifelong friends, and mix in creativity and attention to detail and you have the perfect combination. They developed a discretely dissolving unique cannabis-infused vaginal suppository which is formulated specifically for daytime and nighttime use so you can say Hello Again to YOU wherever and whenever you choose.
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For the last episode of the season I am featuring my conversation with Tracey Cox. And all I can say is, "You can thank me later."
As one of the world’s foremost writers on sex and relationships, she's toured the world as an international sex, body language and relationship expert. She's appeared on Oprah, CNN and The Today Show in the US, as well as many prime-time TV and chat shows world-wide.
Today we dig into the questions we have on our minds but we are afraid to ask. You can learn more about Tracey here.
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Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
Sharing our stories, our wisdom is what builds community, trust and inspires others. My guest today has done just that with her latest book, Collective Wisdom. And we are giving away two copies! All you need to do is send an email to amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com and put in the subject: Collective Wisdom for the WIN.
Grace Bonney is the author of the bestselling books In the Company of Women and DesignSponge at Home. Bonney is passionate about equity, inclusivity, and supporting all members of the creative community: she founded DesignSponge, a daily website dedicated to the creative community, which reached nearly 2 million readers per day for 15 years (and is now officially archived in the Library of Congress); Good Company, a print magazine and podcast about creative entrepreneurs; and After the Jump, a podcast about creatives that has reached over 500,000 listeners per episode. Her latest book, Collective Wisdom, is in bookstores now. Bonney lives in New York’s Hudson Valley with her wife and their three pets. Find her on Instagram and Twitter at @designsponge.
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Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
Today's conversation is with a woman who's words will inspire you. As women there are times when we feel guilt, or question if we made the right decision. In the book Catastrophic Rupture, A memoir of healing, you will meet Dr. Jane Lee and learn about her story.
The book allows you to walk alongside the author as she struggles to bond with and love her child, as she reconciles what is happening at home with her ongoing role as a physician to patients and families in similar circumstances, and as she shifts from the medical perspective of disability that sees an impaired body to the mother's perspective that sees the beauty and value in the person that is her child.
ALL AUTHOR PROFITS WILL BE DONATED TO THE COMPLEX CARE PROGRAM AT CHILDREN'S WISCONSIN AND THE MEDICAL HUMANITIES PROGRAM AT THE MEDICAL COLLEGE OF WISCONSIN. YOU CAN PURCHASE THE BOOK HERE.
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Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
Today's episode is all about celebrating the perfectly imperfect and introducing you the story behind the brand Hazel. Meet Aubrey Hubbell. "We’re all about increasing confidence and sparking joie de vivre".
How many women suffer from leaks? Well that's what we're talking about - and opening the dialogue on a topic that hits close to home for many - and from this discussion we find solutions so we can CANNONBALL with CONFIDENCE!
Learn more about Hazel here!
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Who gets monthly prescriptions? I do...and I love that I have discovered SCRIPTCO - where you get your prescriptions delivered to your door step every month - at the best price possible. Here is the link to begin your savings at SCRIPTCO and use the code AMY25 for $25 off.
Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
Whether training influence skills to sales professionals or leadership and recruiting skills to industry leaders, his ultimate vision is to inspire people to change their lives and businesses.
As SUCCESS Enterprises Ambassador and Co-Founder of The International Association of Expert Partners, he continues his legacy of helping people to reach their greatest life. By teaming up with the most legendary brand in personal development, reuniting with the works of Jim Rohn and other industry giants, he brings his true passion to SUCCESS in moving entrepreneurs and high-minded people to think and live a bigger, more fulfilled life. As a speaker, coach, trainer and business consultant for more than 3 decades, Don has spoken to nearly 2,000,000 people… and counting.
Learn more about Don and how he can inspire you in your journey.
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Who gets monthly prescriptions? I do...and I love that I have discovered SCRIPTCO - where you get your prescriptions delivered to your door step every month - at the best price possible. Here is the link to begin your savings at SCRIPTCO and use the code AMY25 for $25 off.
Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
You are not alone!
It started with a simple survey to 1500 women in various stages of menopause. Our goal was to learn what solutions women used to find relief from their menopause symptoms. Instead, we learned that women weren’t prepared for menopause, they were embarrassed, they felt dismissed by their doctors, they felt alone. With this information, we researched and spoke with medical and behavioral health experts and built a telehealth menopause clinic.
Our team of menopause doctors and health coaches serve patients in all 50 states. Our free education is changing the way women view menopause.
During World Menopause Month, Gennev launched a walking program to get women moving - no matter where they are in their fitness journey. There is a gentle walking program for those just getting started and a more advanced fitness walking program. The program is lead by walking coach, Michele Stanten.
Learn more about the walking program here and sign up today - it's free.
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American Blossom Linens - what better gift than the gift of a big warm hug every time you crawl into bed. Here's the link to explore and save with the code: Fearless20 for special savings!
Who gets monthly prescriptions? I do...and I love that I have discovered SCRIPTCO - where you get your prescriptions delivered to your door step every month - at the best price possible. Here is the link to begin your savings at SCRIPTCO and use the code AMY25 for $25 off.
Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
David Meltzer is the Co-founder of Sports 1 Marketing and formerly served as CEO of the renowned Leigh Steinberg Sports & Entertainment agency, which was the inspiration for the movie Jerry Maguire.
His life’s mission is to empower OVER 1 BILLION people to be happy! This simple yet powerful mission has led him on an incredible journey to provide one thing…VALUE. In all his content and communication that’s exactly what you’ll receive.
He is a three-time international best-selling author, a Top 100 Business Coach, the executive producer of Entrepreneur‘s #1 digital business show, Elevator Pitch, and host of the top entrepreneur podcast, The Playbook. His newest book, Game-Time Decision Making, was a #1 new release, David has been recognized by Variety Magazine as their Sports Humanitarian of the Year and awarded the Ellis Island Medal of Honor.
Today we talk all the things. Why persistence and hard work is so important, but most of all ask for help. Being an efficient and effective leader means valuing the insight and opinions of others and using the resources we have all around us.
Sign up now: Meant For More Events - you'll be a VIP - to get special discount codes and savings on products and brands we LOVE! And don't forget to tune into the MFM Live show on Wednesday night - 7-8pm ET - Click here so you don't miss a thing.
Holiday shopping - look no further than SATYA jewelry - and use the CODE: FEARLESS15 for special savings. Click here to learn more and explore the site for something special.
American Blossom Linens - what better gift than the gift of a big warm hug every time you crawl into bed. Here's the link to explore and save with the code: Fearless20 for special savings!
Who gets monthly prescriptions? I do...and I love that I have discovered SCRIPTCO - where you get your prescriptions delivered to your door step every month - at the best price possible. Here is the link to begin your savings at SCRIPTCO and use the code AMY25 for $25 off.
Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
What would it be like to have an eye for style and design? Meet Lela Rose.
Lela Rose, the New York City-based, American fashion designer widely regarded for her elegant aesthetic and fresh point of view, continues to redefine a sophisticated, yet modern lifestyle with her expanded, designer ready-to-wear-offering. Formally trained as a painter and sculptor prior to pursuing fashion design, Rose employs a brilliant use of color, rich fabrications, sculptural silhouettes and handcrafted details. Her artistic background is evident in her work and adds unexpected dimension and breadth to each season’s collection.
In 2018, Rose launched Pearl by Lela Rose, a ready-to-wear clothing line that is fun, fabulous & effortlessly stylish. The collection is sold on the Pearl direct-to-consumer website as well as by a network of 80+ independent Pearl Stylists. Lela Rose, Lela Rose Bridal, and Pearl by Lela Rose share offices in New York City’s Garment District.
Today meet Lela - and hear her story behind the brand.
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Sign up now: Meant For More Events - you'll be a VIP - to get special discount codes and savings on products and brands we LOVE! And don't forget to tune into the MFM Live show on Wednesday night - 7-8pm ET - Click here so you don't miss a thing.
Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
From an early age, Laura Geller has had a love affair with beauty. Her passion led her to become a successful make-up artist, working under the bright lights of Broadway and behind-the-scenes with celebrities and socialites. But it was Laura’s devotion to making make-up work for real women that led her to create her own beauty brand and launch it on QVC over 20 years ago.
Laura believes that beauty is for everyone and should be uncomplicated, mistake-proof and fun. At heart, she is a teacher. Every time Laura is on air, she conducts a master make-up class, with her uniquely warm and inviting approach. Using tips & tricks, Laura translates professional application into techniques that work for real women, every day. She demonstrates how easy and fun the transformation of beauty can be.
Click here to check out the amazing products in the Laura Geller Beauty Line
Use the code FFF20 for special savings!
Sign up now: Meant For More Events - you'll be a VIP - to get special discount codes and savings on products and brands we LOVE! And don't forget to tune into the MFM Live show on Wednesday night - 7-8pm ET - Click here so you don't miss a thing.
Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
When your why makes you cry and the story behind the brand. That's what we are talking about today. Feeling good on the inside and feeling a renewed sense of confidence as we age. The A Method skincare brand is one that I have recently been introduced to - and it has been a game changer for me - and I'll admit. I'm a skincare junkie. Meet Angelia Inscoe - Founder and CEO ofA Method
Angelia has had a brilliant 25-year career in the aesthetic industry, working with many premiere skincare companies. She was a key executive with an internationally renowned skincare company during their brand rollout, working closely with that team during the product development process. Inspired by her passion for science and skincare, Angelia brilliantly created Induction Therapies™, the result of years of research, expertise, as well as valuable input from physicians seeking very specific formulations to address their patient’s concerns. Her quest also resulted in her proprietary formulations of over 28 unique medical-grade products that no other skincare company offers, as well as Collagen P.I.N.®, the most powerful microneedling device of its kind. Angelia is a natural leader and entrepreneur, with a wealth of expertise. Her products have been featured in Elle, Women’s Health, The Wall Street Journal, New Beauty Washingtonian, Rachel Ray, MedEsthetics, and Allure.
Learn more about The A Method here - and use the code: meantformore25 for a 25% savings! And send a selfie of you using the product to me: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com to receive a special gift from A Method. You are worth the investment!
Let's Get Moving! Enroll in the GENNEV walking program today - and I'll be right there with you. It's time to treat ourselves as a GOH (Guest of Honor) and put our health and wellness as a priority. Use the code: GennevMore15 at checkout for special savings!
Sign up as a VIP GOH today! Get a link to all the things going on in the MFM community and get special discount codes, giveaways, meet amazing people....Here's the link to start putting yourself as a priority! You can thank me later.
Are you ready to shout it from the roof tops.....MENOPAUSE! It's not a one size fits all time in our life - but there are so many commonalities that we share it's time we phone a friend and share our story! Kindra is company that offers estrogen -free per/menopause products made for women by women! Click here to learn more about their amazing products and which ones may be right for you. And use the CODE: AMY20 for special savings!
Its' time to share your story...and you age!
Aging with possibilities not limitations!
Stephanie O’Dell, founder of Celebrate The Gray, has styled over 5,000 women and is passionate about updating the age models used in advertising and giving women their power back in their aging journey. She has built a strong following and community of like minded women who want to change the face of aging for women.
Midlife and beyond can be a time filled with fear or a time for celebration, growth and collaboration if we take the power back in our aging power. Most of our lives we age based on stories in our heads, friends or family input societal norms or advertising. We are told to dye our hair, cover our wrinkles and lose weight if we want to be part of society that is visible. We buy into the age denial messaging we are served and continue to reinforce the belief that we need to look young to be valuable.
It is a time to tell your age, your story and how you are aging with possibility vs limitations.
Special savings on some of my favorite finds! ( I am not an affiliate with any of the brands)
The A Method Skincare
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Gennev
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Hello Water
Say hello water and good bye sugar. Use code: Amy20 at checkout for special savings**
Have you ever found yourself walking around a department store or grocery store wondering where are all the products to help menopausal women?! Well, I've got a solution! Today's guests are working to change that.
Sally Mueller is a co-founder & CEO of Womaness. She is a consummate business builder specializing in retail and brand innovation. Her trend-forecasting Midas touch has benefited companies such as Target, Who What Wear, and VERSED skincare, among others. Sally spent over two decades of her career at Target Corporation, first in Apparel Merchandising and then in Marketing, helping to build the bullseye from a regional discount retailer to one of the world's most recognized and influential global brands.
Michelle Jacobs is a co-founder and COO at Womaness. She is a strategic development leader with a sweet spot in brand building, leading sales (e-commerce and traditional), branding, partnerships, licensing, logistics, inventory planning, and financial management. She’s worked across multiple categories - and these two together.....magic!
Their brand Womaness is a modern, innovative products, essential information, and unlimited inspiration that helps take the “pause” out of menopause and spark a radiant, dynamic outlook that embraces who and where you are today, what we call menopositivity.
And there's a giveaway! Follow Amy Schmidt and Womaness on Instagram - when you see the post about this episode. Tag a friend, a sister, a women who would love to receive a little something just for them! We are giving away 3 of "The Works" from Womaness. Winners will be notified September 30th.
Hydration and good health is key! Check out Hello Water **and use the CODE: AMY20 at checkout for 20% off your order! I highly recommend any of the 7 great flavors....no sugar!
Who's dogs are barking...any sore feet out there...and you're ready to kick it up a notch with style and comfort...your feet don't have to hurt! Here's the solution...check out Walking Cradles. You can find them here*. When you checkout - use the CODE: MFM25 for 25% savings! Thank you* Walking Cradles**!
Heidi Brown is the CEO and Editor-in-Chief at Brilliance by Brown, Inc., a media company for skin health. On this episode, Heidi shares her journey as a C-Suite executive, and the power of resilience, and what it takes to build a media company, transitioning from the tech to the skin care industry, and the importance of being transparent and providing a holistic approach to womens' skin health and wellness. The launch of Brilliance by Brown in late 2019 was a response to the lack of skin wellness insights and minimal marketing of skin care products to women over the age of forty. With a multicultural lens that spans the spectrum of skin tones and skin types, this single-source game changer leans into aging well, features conscious-minded skin care companies, provides skin wellness awareness programming, offers virtual access to medical experts, and thought leaders, and recommendations of skin care products for skin which requires more nourishment from head to toe.
You can learn more about Heidi Brown and Brilliance by Brown here
Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here **to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (and save $100) if you register today!
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Hydration and good health is key! Check out Hello Water and use the CODE: AMY20 at checkout for 20% off your order! I highly recommend any of the 7 great flavors....no sugar!
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.Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link**: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
Meet Kelly Gunther, an Olympian who's story will inspire you. At the starting line before every race my mantra was, "Go fast and turn left." Meet Kelly Gunther, a retired Olympian in long track speed skating. The journey to become an elite athlete has its challenges both mentally and physically.
Kelly has always loved going out of my comfort zone, whether she was enjoying the thrill of speed skating or learning to push herself off the ground. Kelly has not only overcome a devastating injury, but living with a learning disability with grit, grace and strong commitment to her faith.
Discovering her own strengths took time. But when she finally decided to let go of fear, she realized that the only limit was myself.
Learn more about Kelly : Click here
Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here **to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (and save $100) if you register today!
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Hydration and good health is key! Check out Hello Water and use the CODE: AMY20 at checkout for 20% off your order! I highly recommend any of the 7 great flavors....no sugar!
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Collaboration over competition. How many times have you heard that phrase? It's only become a buzzword for 2021. But did you realize that collaboration is simply a superpower and when you incorporate a collaborative mindset into all you do...magic happens.
Today is a bonus episode all about a true story of collaboration and how working together you can get further faster....and feel so good about the journey to get there.
Meet Kristen Coffield, the Founder of The Culinary Cure, and Co-Founder of Meant For More Events. Kristen and I had never met in person. We had similar missions and our passion for inspiring others to move the needle on their lives and #cannonballwithconfidence....so we have combined our passions and created Meantformoreevents.com
Are you ready to be treated as a guest of honor? Are you ready to invest in yourself personally and professionally? This is the episode for you.
Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here **to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (and save $100) if you register today!
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Hydration and good health is key! Check out Hello Water and use the CODE: AMY20 at checkout for 20% off your order! I highly recommend any of the 7 great flavors....no sugar!
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.Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link**: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
We're back!!!
Tim to kick off the flip flops and lace up the running shoes....a new season with so much happening!
This season is ahhmazing! Conversations with Olympians, Experts, Though Leaders, Amazing inspirational people that will challenge you and share their stories and insight that will set your soul on fire!
And.....don't forget to register for Meant For More - The transformative weekend for women! YES...you DESERVE it! You will be treated as a guest of honor the minute you register....
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Share a room.....save some money.....
And for you FFF listeners...register today and you will get $100 off!!!!
Here is the link to make yourself a priority....
Join a 'perimenoposse' of savvy, hopeful women around the world who subscribe to my global digital magazine, where each week I cover the latest research, public policy, tech, business, podcasts, products, movers and shakers and more.
How’s your energy level? Sleep? Brain fog? Heard of frozen shoulder, burning tongue or formication? Those are just some of the dozens of symptoms of perimenopause – aka the other puberty, second childhood etc – and it’s never too early to find out all about it.
Ann Marie McQueen is a journalist going through this fascinating and frustrating rollercoaster too – and she's obsessed.
She'll never stop reminding you that it’s time to normalize menopause – and we are entering one of the most powerful phases of our lives.
Reach out and connect with Hot Flash Inc Here:
Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
I believe in spirited movement and revelatory stillness. That we are made to move and be moved in ways that astonish us, lifelong. That physical movement can be spiritually seismic. Breath and sweat are doorways to the heart—noise cancelling headphones for the symphony of our DNA. That ultimately, the metric that matters is joy.
Today my guest is Nicole Meline, and we talk about this thing she calls, "heartward leadership"
To reach Nicole and learn more about alter click here:
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Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Meant For More! November 12 -14th - in Tampa, Florida
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Navigating our teens comes with some unexpected waves and currents. Today my guests, Cynthia Muchnick and Jenn Curtis have authored a book to help you calm the currents and steady the waves. They are the co-authors of: The Parent Compass.
Bragging rights and bumper stickers are some of the social forces fueling today's parenting behavior, and as a result even well-intentioned parents are behaving badly.
Many parents don't know how best to support their teens, especially when everyone around them seems to be frantically tutoring, managing, and helicoptering. So tune in to this episode to get answers and strategies to some of the most challenging times as parents.
You can purchase the Parent Compass and connect with Cynthia and Jenn here:
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Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Book for summer reading! Click here for a crazy good summer read - by NYT best-selling author, Susan Wiggs. The lost and found bookshop , a novel that is perfect for your summer reading.
How often do we say, "It's not our mom's midlife." Well today's guest tagged that very thing...the new midlife. Meet Michelle Newman.... Podcast host of the new mid podcast, and Founder of the new mid academy.
The New Mid is a frank, funny look at women in mid-life and their day-to day-struggles and successes, as well as the big stuff - questions about meaning, fulfillment and happiness. It’s a place where women in their 40’s and up are breaking societal boundaries and expectations, while still dealing with real life issues such as caring for aging parents or restarting their careers. You’ll get real talk with nothing held back about the topics you care about, with experts weighing in on health, sex, finances, relationships and everything in between.
You can reach Michelle Newman here to find her podcast, her academy and all that she's got going on.....
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Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Book for summer reading! Click here for a crazy good summer read - by NYT best-selling author, Susan Wiggs. The lost and found bookshop , a novel that is perfect for your summer reading.
My name is Lorraine Miano. As an Integrative Holistic Health Coach certified in hormone health, and author of the bestselling book “The Magic of Menopause: A Holistic Guide to Get Your Happy Back!”, I am especially passionate about working with women in all phases of menopause who have weight, metabolism and aging concerns, so that they can have more energy, less stress and feel comfortable in their own skin.
It’s time to change how we think and act about the change of life.
It’s time for the “2nd Talk.”
With over 37.5 million women going through menopause, and the fact that women will spend 50% of their lives as post-menopausal, steps can be taken at any age to keep menopause symptoms from affecting your life in a negative way.
There are so many myths and misconceptions about menopause, and I’d love to help you navigate this sea of confusion!
It’s time to say “adieu” to the “taboo”!
Reach out to Lorraine here and purchase her book: The magic of menopause
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Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Book for summer reading! Click here for a crazy good summer read - by NYT best-selling author, Susan Wiggs. The lost and found bookshop , a novel that is perfect for your summer reading.
You are NOT the only one dealing with stress and anxiety.
My passion is watching people grow into the best version of themselves.I have the utmost respect for people who are devoted to improving themselves. I want to be a part of that change by helping to overcome barriers. Therefore, I work with teens & adults who have trauma, mood disorders, anxiety, dual diagnosis & and several other mental health concerns. If you have been struggling and want to improve your life. I can help. I can offer you the tools you need to understand the problem and yourself in a new way.
I enjoy working with both adolescents (ages 14+) and adults. I utilize an integrative approach that is a collection of EMDR, CBT and TF-CBT. I always remain Solution Focused and Strength Based. My goal is to be dedicated to helping you achieve your goals.
Reach out to Jennifer Tomko Here:
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Redefining the Prime WomanPRIME is for the ageless generation of women who don’t dress, think, or act like women in previous generations. We are unique. Just as our teen and adult lives did not mirror our mothers, neither do our lives at 50, 60, or 70. Being entrepreneurial prime women ourselves, we launched PRiME as an online magazine that caters to just us! PRiME is a lifestyle guide for living well – not just living long. We provide a fresh perspective through articles written by prime women for prime women on fashion, travel, fitness, beauty, finances, relationships and entertainment. PRiME also offers expert career advice for those still in the professional world or venturing out to open their own business.
Dorthy leads Prime Women as the President and CEO. Previously, she was the founder and CEO of Miller Ad Agency, a 33 year old nationally known automotive and digital advertising agency. Her agency has won dozens of awards for creative excellence and, under her tender, the largest woman owned automotive agency in the U.S. Dorthy now serves as chairman of the board for Miller.
Learn more about Prime Women Here:
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Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Book for summer reading! Click here for a crazy good summer read - by NYT best-selling author, Susan Wiggs. The lost and found bookshop , a novel that is perfect for your summer reading.
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Finding the clues and putting it all together when it comes to your nutritional health is one of the most important steps in your journey.
Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS is a functional clinical nutritionist, founder of Skinterrupt, and the host of the Healthy Skin Show.
In her clinical practice, she helps women and men with never-ending “stomach problems”, chronic skin rashes, brain fog, chronic fatigue, and autoimmunity find a way back to their best health. Jennifer listens to her clients and looks for missed or dismissed clues that ultimately point towards the root causes that underlie their nagging physical symptoms.
Jennifer also has extensive experience supporting people with various food sensitivities — especially those who are stuck on elimination diets without any improvement.
As a sought-after expert, advocate & speaker, Jennifer has been featured on Dr. Oz, Yahoo! News, CNN, Paleo Magazine, and Philadelphia Magazine.
She is the author behind the best-selling book “The Savvy Gluten-Free Shopper: How to Eat Healthy without Breaking the Bank“ and creator of the Eczema & Psoriasis Awareness Weeks.
Connect with Jennifer click here:
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Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Book for summer reading! Click here for a crazy good summer read - by NYT best-selling author, Susan Wiggs. The lost and found bookshop , a novel that is perfect for your summer reading.
Do you ever wonder what it's like to be a producer for some of the most watched and highly rated daytime television shows? In this episode, my guest is the Emmy Award winning TV Producer, and media coach Amy Rosenblum. She has been a force in the broadcast business for over thirty years. Amy began her career at CBS news, where none other than Andy Cohen was an intern, and won an Emmy for a special report she produced with Dan Rather on “Women and AIDS”. Amy's TV career reads like a who's who in the world of daytime talk... Amy was Senior Producer of “The Joan Rivers Show”. Ratings grew, Joan won a Daytime Emmy and Amy and Joan found a lifelong friendship that was truly a bond more like sisters. Next stop Amy was Co-Executive producer on “The Sally Jessy Raphael Show” doubling ratings and from there she went to the “Maury” show where she "single handedly ruined America" (her words lol) by creating the on air paternity test. Amy caught the eye of NBC’s Jeff Zucker, who brought her to Today Show as a Senior Producer. She later created the 10 am hour with Hoda Kotb and Kathie Lee and paired the two which created the perfect on screen co-host chemistry! Amy now runs her own incredibly successful media training and client management company 'So you wanna be on tv?'
You are not going to want to miss this conversation as Amy shares her journey, her challenges and how she continues to create her #cannonballmoments.
Click here to learn more about Amy and her media training business
Click here to visit Amy's Instagram
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Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Book for summer reading! Click here for a crazy good summer read - by NYT best-selling author, Susan Wiggs. The lost and found bookshop , a novel that is perfect for your summer reading.
The myth that older women are invisible is shattered in this inspirational and revealing look at remarkable women thriving, leading lives rich in experiences and accomplishments that defy perceptions and reveal what is possible beyond sixty.
In this episode I chat with the filmmaker, Melissa Davey. Melissa says, "A woman’s age is not her story."
From the voice of Apple’s Siri to one of the oldest women to swim the English Channel, ten women in their sixties to eighties are celebrated, their lives, achievements and stories serving as an example to all of what is possible in a life well lived.
Here is a link to the trailer - and some exciting things happening for the November 12-14th Meant For More event - we will be watching as a group - a special viewing of the film and then chatting with Melissa about the film.
Don't forget to sign up to be the first to know when tickets go on sale for the event: Here is the link:
Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Book for summer reading! Click here for a crazy good summer read - by NYT best-selling author, Susan Wiggs. The lost and found bookshop , a novel that is perfect for your summer reading.
So what is going on? I'm hot. I'm tired. I can't sleep.
Sounds familiar? So many women have questions about menopause.
Does this sound question sound relatable?
**“ I wish I knew what all the potential symptoms were so I could be better prepared.” We all know the classic symptoms like hot flashes, night sweats, and brain fog, but are there any lesser known side effects that women should be aware of?
Today I talk with** Catherine Balsam-Schwaber, CEO of Kindra. She shares her story, and why she's opening the dialogue for women about perimenopause and what women experience. Kindra has an array of products that help with symptom relief, and a community that will custom-tailor a program specific to your menopause journey. Kindra provides ‘proven, estrogen-free solutions, supportive community and personalized resources for managing menopause and relieving symptoms. Kindra is on a mission to help you prepare for, manage, and embrace your body’s natural hormonal shifts.
I have been using Kindra products for awhile and am finding great relief to things such as tiredness, and vaginal dryness.
Kindra is offering special savings on their products. You can find the link here, to peruse all of the products, and use the code AMY20 at checkout for 20% savings.
Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause -
taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, Kristen Coffield, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Women who are ready to be treated as a Guest Of Honor (#GOH)
Women who are ready to feel inspired and encouraged
Women who are ready to get connected and step outside your comfort zone
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Divorce doesn't have to be destructive
There are many options as you begin to navigate the journey through divorce. In today's episode I talk with Rosemarie Ferrante. Rosemarie is an attorney licensed in New York and Connecticut, who focuses her practice on non-adversarial divorce through mediation and the collaborative divorce process.
This episode takes time to address the following:
The traditional litigation process is not the only choice.
There are many options for families as they navigate divorce.
How useful it is for her clients to take a breath and slow down during the divorce process
The difference between traditional litigation and mediation
What is collaborative divorce, and who are the professionals involved?
Informative workshops that Rosemarie leads with other professionals in the field
Rosemarie’s website: https://www.divorcemediationct.com/
Rosemarie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarieferrantedivorceprofessional/
Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
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Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause - taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Women who are ready to be treated as a Guest Of Honor (#GOH)
Women who are ready to feel inspired and encouraged
Women who are ready to get connected and step outside your comfort zone
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
From the moment of birth, Michael Kutcher has overcome challenges and conquered obstacles that most people never even catch a glimpse of. He was diagnosed with Cerebral Palsy at the age of three, and ten years later underwent a heart transplant. He is nothing short of a miracle.
Michael has had the ability to not just overcome obstacles, but thrive and live with a "difability"...a term he uses when talking about his journey.
Michael is the twin brother of Ashton Kutcher, and talks about the power of being a twin, and how he prides himself on doing things on his own - but knows he always has his brother's support.
Michael is active advocating for CP and organ donation - and if he is leading a speaking event in your town....go and reserve a spot. You will be inspired.
You can reach out to Michael here: or find him on social media. I am honored to call him a friend.
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Subscribe to the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast here
Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause - taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Women who are ready to be treated as a Guest Of Honor (#GOH)
Women who are ready to feel inspired and encouraged
Women who are ready to get connected and step outside your comfort zone
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
If there was ever a need for a book like this, it is now. As a world renowned expert on the subject, Dr. Joan Neehall is the one to deliver this message.
Have you been stressed, anxious, or worried? Have you felt pangs of loneliness in recent times? Are you longing for greater connection with others and the world around you? In a phrase, Are you looking for happiness?
If so, you are not alone—at least not statistically speaking. Millions of others are seeking this feeling of spiritual, mental, and physical wellness too.
Now, in her latest book, Happy Is the New Healthy, forensic psychologist and bestselling author Dr. Joan Neehall explores the underlying causes of unhappiness, and shares with us the secrets to rewriting the frequent thoughts and redirecting the common behaviors that keep us in that state. Most importantly, she demonstrates, through examples from her 35 years of clinical practice, how others have successfully initiated the kinds of changes in their lives that engender the feelings of peace, satisfying connection, and enduring happiness we all seek.
Of course, the advice in this book could not be more timely. A dedicated chapter not only acknowledges the very specific challenges that the COVID-19 pandemic presents for individual, societal, and global happiness, it advances ways to look at, cope with, and use the most daunting of circumstances to reimagine the kind of future that will make you happiest. By daring us to take charge of our emotional health and giving us the tools to do so, this book partners with its readers, reminding them that we are not at all alone in this pursuit.
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Subscribe to the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast here
Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause - taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Women who are ready to be treated as a Guest Of Honor (#GOH)
Women who are ready to feel inspired and encouraged
Women who are ready to get connected and step outside your comfort zone
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Ready to redefine menopause? Check out Kindra! Here is the link: and find something just for you - from supplements for energy or to help you relax and sleep at night - to treating vaginal dryness...Ladies...Kindra is doing menopause, right! And use the code AMY20 at checkout for special savings!
Two midlife, empty nester walk into a cannabis dispensary.....that's what we are talking about today - and you don't want to miss it.
When menopause starts, and often well before, women can stop feeling like themselves. Hormones go haywire and with them your mood; temperature regulation goes out the window; restful sleep becomes a distant memory; and mental clarity vanishes. Women are left to “deal with it.” We think that’s unacceptable.
Meet Carrie Mapes and Patty Pappas, two trailblazing women who decided to launch a business with women of a certain age in mind. Take two lifelong friends, and mix in creativity and attention to detail and you have the perfect combination. They developed a discretely dissolving unique cannabis-infused vaginal suppository which is formulated specifically for daytime and nighttime use so you can say Hello Again to YOU wherever and whenever you choose.
Learn more about Hello Again Products Here.
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Subscribe to the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast here
Are you ready for a Transformative Experience for women
Come join us....Fearlessly Facing Fifty presents: Meant For More!
Dream about what is possible and feel the power in your pause - taking a weekend just for you.
Weekend Event
Join Amy Schmidt, and a carefully curated group of thought leaders around midlife and beyond, as we dig deep into all of the top of mind topics. Immerse yourself with inspiration as you hear from keynotes, engage in workshops and have courageous conversations beachside or around the fire pit.
Experience personal growth, wellness, and a toolbox of inspiration to apply to your life
Discover a new sense of self, a renewed confidence and inner strength.
Get ready to CANNONBALL with confidence and bring your best self to every moment. Every woman has something to offer, and this weekend
Who is the “Meant For More” event for?
Women who are ready to be treated as a Guest Of Honor (#GOH)
Women who are ready to feel inspired and encouraged
Women who are ready to get connected and step outside your comfort zone
Be a part of the first exclusive event and create memories and enjoy yourself. When women come together and leave inspired - magic happens.
Click here to sign up to be the first to know about the event! (It will fill quickly)
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Barbara Majeski is a nationally recognized lifestyle expert and mom of three from New Jersey. She appears frequently on top network stations around the country. As a mom Barbara is dedicated to living life with purpose and approaching all aspects of living with creativity and confidence!
In 2015 while entering a divorce Barbara was handed a diagnosis of Stage III cancer. While in the midst of treatment she vowed that if she beat cancer and got another shot at life she would live, bigger, better, and bolder with greater purpose, meaning and intent.
After treatment and recovery she sold her wedding ring, hired a media trainer, and began pursuing her dream career in television. Now a single mother of three and cancer survivor, you can catch Barbara as an On-Air Contributor on TODAY, Inside Edition and Good Day New York, as the, “Curator of the Good Life”.
Learn more about Barbara here.
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So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox! Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Today’s guest is Lynn Lyons, LICSW who is a licensed clinical social worker and psychotherapist who lives in Concord, New Hampshire and is in private practice for over 27 years.
In my experience, most people who state they want to improve some aspect of their family life really do want to improve some aspect of their life. They’re not lying. Of course, there may be old patterns or experiences that impact the outcomes people get… but what I see most often are people who don’t know HOW to help themselves or their families, or even which skills to develop.
As a specialist in anxiety, I recognize that getting help can feel overwhelming and complicated. Anxiety in all its forms thrives on being overwhelming and complicated! My goal is to do the opposite of what anxiety demands: be clear, concrete, and offer a plan.
Connect with Lynn and learn more about her here.
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So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox! Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Resilience and the power of forgiveness. Today I talk with Stephanie Thornton Plymale about her memoir, American Daughter. The subtitle of Stephanie’s book says it all: A Memoir of Intergenerational Trauma, a Mother’s Dark Secrets, and a Daughter’s Quest for Redemption.
Her memoir has been called harrowing, and her childhood was unimaginably traumatic. But today, Stephanie is a successful author, the CEO of Heritage School of Interior Design, and the founder of The Heritage Home Foundation.
Stephanie's journey is powerful and she decided that it was time to share her story. “Stephanie hid the traumas of her past for decades, including her sexual abuse, poverty, and a mentally ill mother who went in and out of jail. One phone call brought her past to the present and forced her to face the past she’d long-ignored. An inspiring story of perseverance, grit, survival and humanity, “American Daughter” is a powerful, compelling memoir.”
Learn more about Stephanie and purchase her book here.
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So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox! Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
There’s no better time to explore how you can stay up to date on social media and not become outdated....no anti-social over here!
Today we dig in....
Take it from The Instagram Expert herself, Sue B. Zimmerman, if Instagram is where your followers and ideal customer avatar are hanging out, then it's time to checkout all of this wisdom...jam-packed into this bonus episode of the podcast!
Stand up...lean in and let's get social!
And make sure you say you learned about Sue. B. Zimmerman by tagging Amy.K.Schmidt on insta or Fearlessly Facing Fifty on FB
You can learn more about Sue and all of the incredible courses she has to offer here
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So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox! Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Age is NOT just a number. Amen!
Are you ready to grow up and not grow old? Today's episode will inspire you to #cannonballwithconfidence. Listen in as two award-winning ad creatives talk about launching their #AgeisNOTjustaNumber video campaign -- an "Age Anthem" tackling ageism head-on. I was part of the campaign and loved every minute of it - you can watch it here.
If you believe that “age doesn’t define you, that substance is the new sexy, and in kicking ass instead of sitting on it,” meet Susan Lee Colby and Kathy Sjogren. After “aging out” of the youth-obsessed ad industry, the two friends co-founded Grace Creative, an agency specializing in marketing to women over 50.
Learn more about Girls Gone 50 here
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Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Skincare at midlife and beyond is a top of mind topic for women. And at times, we put our skincare at the bottom of the list of to do's. Taking care of our skin at any age is self-care and today I talk with Dr. Tiina Meder, Founder of Meder Beauty.
We talk about Dr. Meder's journey and why her passion for skincare lead her to launch her company. This professional skincare created by dermatologist Dr. Tiina Meder treats redness, sensitivity, dry skin, acne, expression lines, face puffiness and age-related skin changes. Prebiotics, probiotics, biotechnological peptides, epigenetic ingredients, and organic plant extracts combined with dermatological expertise deliver visible results even for severe skin problems.
She never gave up on her dream and launched her brand in 2009. I know you will enjoy this BONUS episode with the incredible, Dr. Meder.
Learn more about Meder Skincare here and try something new with a link with special savings.
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Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
We talk about relationships a lot on the Fearlessly Facing Fifty podcast, and today's episode is a special one. I interviewed my Mother-in-law months ago sitting around the kitchen table. I value her advice and wisdom. I received this note from a listener when I advertised that this episode would air. Here is what she wrote: How blessed we are, how fortunate we've been that you are his mother and also my friend.
Cheers to you, Doreen Schmidt, AKA Grandma Do. You are an inspiration to so many - Happy 80th birthday.
Your words of wisdom will always be treasured.
So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox! Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
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Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Check out Pause Well Aging skincare - and enjoy special savings by using the code FF50 at checkout. Click here to shop their amazing products.
Dr. Valena Wright has specialized in gynecologic oncology for the past 25 years. When her sister, Debbie, received a diagnosis of ovarian cancer, she gained a new perspective on what patients and their families go through throughout the process.
Unfortunately, her sister died from ovarian cancer, but Wright used this opportunity to teach others what can be learned from her sister’s experience by writing her book “It’s Time You Knew.” In the book, Wright speaks with her own patients about their cancer journeys, discusses major takeaways from their experiences and explores ways to potentially reduce their risk for cancer, among other topics.
Link to order: It's Time You Knew
So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox! Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
Subscribe to the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Check out Pause Well Aging skincare - and enjoy special savings by using the code FF50 at checkout. Click here to shop their amazing products.
When Jenny Hubbard lost her six-year-old daughter Catherine in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, she was confronted with a grief and loss no parent should ever face. And yet, In the depths of her pain, she sought to inspire and founded the CVH Animal Sanctuary in her daughter’s memory, creating a place of healing for humans, animals and the environment – a place to fulfill one little girl’s dream of kindness and compassion for all.
Now, Jenny Hubbard is sharing her journey of healing and transformation in a new book, FINDING SANCTUARY: How the Wild Work of Peace Restored the Heart of a Sandy Hook Mother.
Inspiring and courageous, Finding Sanctuary is a testament to faith and provides a path of hope, even in the darkest moments of our lives.
You can reach out to Jenny and find out more about the Catherine Violet Hubbard Animal Sanctuary here.
So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox! Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
Subscribe to the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Check out Pause Well Aging skincare - and enjoy special savings by using the code FF50 at checkout. Click here to shop their amazing products.
What a great way to jump start spring... with an inspirational and motivational interview with Kristen Coffield, founder of the Culinary Cure website and She is It Facebook page, both dedicated to helping women over 50 live their best life.
I caught up with Kristen to find out how it all started, believe me this interview will boost your mind, body and soul…and will make you think about the choices we have at the end of our fork.
Kristen developed resilience at my lowest point. Her seemingly perfect life fell apart when things beyond my control sent me into a downward spiral. She was diagnosed with cancer, fighting depression, in debt, struggling in her marriage, and trying to maintain a “normal” life for her family.
By letting go of things I couldn’t control I was able to free up space for things I could. I doubled down on the power of food to detox my life, strengthen my body, and fuel my dreams. One bite at a time, I created a life of passion and purpose.
I took the simple daily habit of eating, made it a superpower, and changed my future.
Food changed my life, and it can change yours, too!
Reach out to Kristen here and purchase her new book: How healthy people eat
So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox!
· Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
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Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Dating is like real estate; the longer you’re on the market, the more people are going to wonder what’s wrong with you! -Holly Parker
Today I have a conversation with New York City real estate powerhouse Holly Parker. Holly is with Douglas Elliman, NYC’s premiere luxury residential brokerage and has nearly 8 billion in sales. As you will learn through the interview, Holly is smart, a rock star networker, and made the combo of grit, grace and being sensitive work. Holly has been selling high-end properties for 20 years and along the way she has figured out that real estate is a lot like life, and life is a lot like real estate. After 7 years of marriage, Holly found herself “falling out of contract” and dreaded being a newly divorced woman who was “back on the market”. This experience inspired her to write her first book, back on the market: A Realtor’s Guide to Love and Life. In this interview, Holly shares the pain of her divorce, the triumph of her second marriage, and the secrets to finding herself. And now as a wife and mom to twin boys...life is precious and Holly realized that loving herself and caring for herself is now a priority.
Find out more about Holly Parker, and purchase her book: Back on. the market
So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox!
· Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
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Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
We all know that MS comes with many challenges, but there is a lot that you CAN DO! Join two inspiring women, Valerie Albarda and Kara Foulk as they delve into what can keep you motivated and moving forward after being diagnosed with MS. Both women talk about about gratitude, mindset, and being willing to try things differently. It's an episode that will inform and inspire you.
It is National MS awareness month - consider a donation here. Research can only continue with funding. Let's beat this!
If you want to connect with Valerie - Here is a link to her podcast as well as her TEDx Talk
If you want to connect with Kara - please reach out via kfoulk@yahoo.com or on Facebook
So excited to be offering the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community special savings with Lenox!
· Lenox is unveiling new French Perle Scallop: the latest design from the popular, 10-year dinnerware pattern. Pick up the 12-piece set in beautiful porcelain with scallop rims and tea-stained finishes.
· Just need a few pieces? Lenox also has 4-piece sets of French Perle Scallop in dinner plates, accent plates, bowls and mugs.
Visit lenox.com today and use code AmyFF50 to save 20% on your order!
Subscribe to the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
Ever wish you were one of those upbeat, positive people who embrace every day with a can-do mindset that motivates others and simply makes life more fun? Longtime magazine editor Meaghan B Murphy is one of those high-energy people–and she’s here to share her tools so you too, can add a little 'yay' to your day!
Your Fully Charged Life is Murphy’s practical guide to bringing your best self to every moment, even when the pressures of daily life leave you feeling overwhelmed, exhausted, and wallowing in negative thoughts (and a pint of your favorite gelato). Spanning health, work, family time, and more, this book reveals small changes in outlook and habits that yield big results, without ever sacrificing who you are.
Informed by the latest research in neuroscience, positive psychology, and inspiring examples of people who:
• cultivate gratitude–and pass it along
• make meaningful connections with the people around you
• learn to say no–so you can fill your days with things that matter to you most
• recharge when you need it
Learn more about Meghan here and purchase her new book
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NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
There are so many times in a woman's life when this question comes to mind. Who am I? And of course it evolves over time. And it also is something very difficult for many women to articulate. They tend to undervalue themselves.
My challenge to you is to be brave. To be bold...and most importantly be you! Send in you 30 second video answering this question. Here is the link to submit
Who am I?
"Simply begin with your name. I am Amy. I am a wife, mom, sister, daughter and friend to many. I am a business owner, author and podcast host, but most importantly
I am strong. I am confident. I am brave. I am fulfilled."
Come as you are....in your sweats or your pjs...or your fanciest outfit....it doesn't matter!
Just come feeling confident in who you are and the value you bring to yourself and others.
I can't wait to see you and listen to your videos!
What would it be like to have your world turned upside down with doctor visits and surgeries? What would it be like to have a diagnosis and future that looks very different from what you could have imagined. In today's episode you will meet, Michelle DiMiceli. Michelle is a wife, mom of 4, special education teacher and student advocate. Her health journey is one that has been filled with challenge, but she continues to take on each challenge with grit and grace. From an initial diagnosis of diverticulitis to learning to live with an ostomy bag, her story will inspire you. With every episode, I applaud the women that share their story and it is my hope that it will inspire you and challenge you differently. Michelle's shares her journey, her dreams and her helpful hints for caring for a friend that may be in need of some love.
If you would like to reach out to Michelle. You can message her here on FB
You can also reach Michelle via email: mgdimo@gmail.com
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Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
If you are interested in learning more about Gennev and what they have to offer, and how they can custom tailor a plan for you to take on the challenges of menopause with confidence, click here. And enter the code CANNONBALL50 at checkout so get 50% off any product.
How about traveling to Tanzania at 85 and then to Iceland at 90? Meet Persis Laverack...a 93 year -old woman who will share her insight and pearls with all of us. Think of this as one of those amazing fireside chats with Roosevelt. This conversation will leave you inspired.
Age is just a number!
Meet Persis ... She just turned 93!
She's taking her daily 2 mile walk! Persis drives her new 2020 pearl white Subaru to wherever she wants to go, pops the hatchback, pulls out her walker and off she goes!
Persis is a woman who keeps busy. She defies the myths - she's on social media, she texts and she Zooms. And yes - there's the 2 mile daily walks.
I feel honored to have spent 30 minutes talking with a woman who has so much knowledge and advice to share. We talk about life, relationships, marriage, grief and of course, COVID.
https://www.wmtw.com/article/ive-had-five-friends-die-of-covid-maine-woman-93-describes-getting-vaccinated/35292728
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Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
If you are interested in learning more about Gennev and what they have to offer, and how they can custom tailor a plan for you to take on the challenges of menopause with confidence, click here. And enter the code CANNONBALL50 at checkout so get 50% off any product.
A former NY Daily News crime reporter and a 14-year continuing tenure as content editor at Woman's World Magazine, Laura Fahrenthold shares her journey of picking up the pieces after the passing of her husband. She drives an RV 31,152 miles across N. America sprinkling her husband's ashes with their "eyeball rolling" teen daughters and a stray dog where the pink steering wheel becomes their well-being, spiritual GPS.
Her late husband was Mark Pittman, Bloomberg investigative financial journalist who doggedly predicted the financial crisis and further sued the Federal Reserve to release information affecting taxpayers.
Laura's book: THE PINK STEERING WHEEL CHRONICLES is a moving portrait of life told with transparency about marriage, motherhood and mourning.
Read more about Laura and order her book here: www.laurafahrenthold.com
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Thursday, February 25th - 7:00pm EST
Find your way to healthy skin with Dr. Meder Skincare - Here is the link for your special 10% savings.
NIRA Skincare Laser and Hyaluronic Serum Bundle: Use this Link or put in the code AMYFF50 at checkout for special savings.
Need a little wine pick me up....and suffering with headaches and 'wine hangovers' - I'm your girl. Head on over to Scout and Cellar to be introduced to 'clean wine'. You can thank me later. :)
If you are interested in learning more about Gennev and what they have to offer, and how they can custom tailor a plan for you to take on the challenges of menopause with confidence, click here. And enter the code CANNONBALL50 at checkout so get 50% off any product.
CREATING YOUR BEAUTIFUL MIDLIFEMidlife – an opportunity to become your most authentic, vibrant and beautiful self.
“That’s it! I’m getting fit." Does that sound familiar? Tania Dalton has heard all the excuses and has made some of them herself. Tania is a social media influencer, personal trainer and educator. She is on a quest to help women of a certain age biohack menopause for greater fitness and well-being. She admits that menopause was a challenging time for her, but along with the challenges came an incredible transformation.
Learn more about Tania, and follow her journey. Here is a link to get all the information you need.
Here is a link to the incredible Nira Skin laser that i have been using for three weeks and can't believe the results. This is incredible savings - $100 off through this link.
If you're sick and tired of rashes, and wine hangovers...I've got something for you to try. Clean wine from Scout and Cellar - it's been a game changer for me. I am happy to help you find just what you need. Here's a link to check it out.
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Learn more about envision essential oil as you jump start your new year - and how to incorporate essential oils into your daily routine. This link is for the starter kit and 10 essential oils.
Who doesn't enjoy a good love story?
Even better when it plays out on national television for the world to see.
Think back to 2003...can you remember that final rose ceremony on the first episode of The Bachelorette? Ryan Sutter and Trista fell in love. In this episode, catch up with the very first bachelorette (turned wife and mom), Trista Sutter. She shares her thoughts on the of The Bachelorette franchise, how she's handling parenting during a pandemic and chats what "Better, etc" and launching a podcast means to her.
Take a listen to Better, etc here
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In today's episode I have a conversation with Tana Amen. Tana published a new book called, The Relentless Courage of a Scared Child: How persistence, Grit and Faith Created a Reluctant Healer. You. can find her book here**. At times in our lives we need to turn our pain into purpose. For anyone who has been faced with unspeakable loss, this message is so important.
In this episode we talk about the power of loving ourselves. We discuss giving ourselves permission to heal, no matter how long and how much work it takes to get there. Tana reveals that it's life's brokenness that gives us our strength.
Tana Amen is a New York Times bestselling author, vice president of the Amen Clinics, a neurosurgical ICU trauma nurse, and a world-renowned health and fitness expert. She has won the hearts of millions with her simple yet effective strategies to help anyone optimize their lifestyle and win the fight for a strong body, mind, and spirit. Tana holds a second-degree black belt in Kenpo Karate and a black belt in Tae Kwon Do. Tana and her husband, Dr. Daniel Amen, have four children and five grandchildren.*Get in touch* with Tana Amen**Don't forget to subscribe to the Fearlessly Facing Fifty site to keep up on all of the episodes, blog posts and giveaways. Click here
I have been introduced to an amazing new technology and would love for you to try it out and see what you think. Nira. It is an FDA cleared laser technology to help with fine lines and wrinkles around the eyes. It has incredible data and efficacy.
Here is the link to get more information and purchase with special savings. I just started using the product so we can track our progress together. And at checkout use the CODE: AMYFF50 for special savings!
Have you been stressed lately? DO you love smelling aromas that make you feel refreshed and calm? Okay...I am all in. And I would love to share with you the Young Living Essential Oils diffuser and starter kit. I've bought diffusers at Target and Marshall's and there is no comparison and the starter kit gets you everything you need to get started to living healthier. Here is the link to get started. (with special savings)
Check out Pause Well Aging skincare - and enjoy special savings by using the code FF50 at checkout. Click here to shop their amazing products.
What would your life be like if you consciously changed an angry thought into a loving one?
This is the mission behind the Choose Love Movement which was founded by Scarlett Lewis after tragically losing her son on December 14, 2012 at the Sandy Hook Elementary School shooting.
As I talked with Scarlett, she shared how the Jesse Lewis Choose Love Movement started the day of Jesse's funeral to honor her son, and to spread a message he left on their kitchen chalkboard shortly before he died. Nurturing. Healing. Love! Three powerful words. The formula for choosing love is #courage #gratitude #forgiveness #compassion. Choosing love in any situation....and boy how we need that formula in our lives right now.
You can find out more about the Choose Love Movement here by viewing their website. All of the materials and resources are free. Scarlett and I will be working together in the coming months with the Fearlessly Facing Fifty community - so stay tuned.
Thank you Scarlett Lewis for sharing your insight and inspiration. You are a treasure.
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Learn more about envision essential oil as you jump start your new year - and how to incorporate essential oils into your daily routine. This link is for the starter kit and 10 essential oils.
How often do we get stuck because we can't get out of our own way? Or we get stopped in fear because stress and anxiety are part of our cadence? A wise friend once said, "We can have it all....just not all at once."
In today's episode I have a conversation with the incredible Molly Fay. Molly is the Co-Host of TMJ4 The Morning Blend. My path crossed with Molly last year, and we became fast friends. Her story is inspiring, and she admits that she doesn't always have it all together, but she has learned over time to make herself a priority. Molly shares her insight and wisdom in an episode you don't want to miss. Being on TV comes with challenges, but when fear comes up, she gets out her toolkit for self-care which she will talk about in the episode.
Being on TV comes with challenges, but when fear comes up, she gets out her toolkit for self-care which she will talk about in the episode. Managing work/life balance and being a good Mom, wife, steward of her faith and friend are top of her list, and she will discuss ways in which she works hard to do her very best but allows herself the gift of grace when things don’t go just right.
Chicago native Molly Fay didn't expect to host a talk show. But the former investigative journalist, mother of three and self-described introvert, found herself doing just that eight years ago when WTMJ-4 launched "The Morning Blend," and she hasn't looked back. You can find Molly and her Co-Host, Tiffany here which streams daily.
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Dry skin, frown lines, dark spots, saggy jowels, menopausal acne and maskne....it is a thing.
The list of midlife skin issues is a topic that is top of mind for many midlife women, so let's dig in and get some insight from the Wellness Jar's ,Michelle Mowry. Michelle is a board-certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (ARNP) with more than 10 years of experience in aesthetics medicine. She received medical training from John Hopkins University and has a master’s degree. She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners.
Michelle will answer the most commonly asked questions and provide insight for some of our biggest concerns.
You can reach Michelle at the Wellness Jar for more information
I am a fan of Rochelle Weitzner, Founder and CEO of Pause Well-Aging. The skincare line specifically for women at menopause. Click here and Use the code FF50 for special savings on any product. And click here to listen to the podcast episode with Rochelle I had a year ago as she talks about her journey and why skincare for women over 40 is so important.
Checkout the Redefine Skincare line from one of my personal favorites - Rodan and Fields - you can click here for a link to explore and see what might be right for you.
Let's be honest, there are so many times as women we have questions that are tough to ask, right? Bladder health is one of those topics. Whether it's recurring UTI's, leaky bladder, incontinence, painful bladder, there are so many times we shy away from asking for fear of being embarrassed. At times we suffer unknowingly, and don't reach out for help.
That’s exactly the situation that Lisa King found herself in when she was missing out on her kid’s sports activities. She was terrified to attend business events with her husband and could spend days or weeks physically unable to move for the pain.
Doctors brushed Lisa off as having standard Urinary Tract Infections. It took her almost 8 years to receive an official diagnosis for Interstitial Cystitis. Sadly, this timeframe for diagnosis is an inside joke as so many women face the same difficulties of diagnosis.
Once Lisa finally knew what was causing her so much pain, she could start taking steps to alleviate it, or so she thought. But the journey was longer and harder than anticipated. With very little support, and suffering from a condition that caused embarrassment and social awkwardness that people just didn’t talk about, it took her a lot of figuring out.
Lisa King has been a pharmacist for over 30 years and has a wealth of experience and knowledge on what does and doesn’t work for treating the symptoms of the condition, and she’s here to share that with us today. Lisa is a wellness consultant and best selling author,
Listen in for Lisa’s tips to boost your immune system, heal your gut, foods to eat or avoid, and create a life free from bladder pain.
You can reach out to Lisa here to purchase her book and reach out to her personally.
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Did you know “empty nesters” are the highest growing community to develop eating disorders?
Today we have Robyn Goldberg, RDN, a certified eating disorder registered dietitian supervisor, certified intuitive eating counselor, and a Health at Every Size® (HAES) clinician. We discuss this often misdiagnosed and stigmatized subject. Robyn just released her book, The Eating Disorder Trap, which combines the latest research, as well as the knowledge she has gathered working in nutrition for over two decades. As a nutrition therapist, she helps people connect their feelings around food, breaks myths about the nutritional, psychological, and medical components of eating disorders.
Join us as we discuss and get some great pointers on how to recognize many of the eating disorder signs and traps.
Click here to get in touch with Robyn, learn how you can work together, and also includes a link to her new book, and podcast
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Are there time you wake up in the middle of the night and can't get back to sleep? Or maybe you wake up from the onset of a hot flash? Well you are not alone.
Today I talk with Stasi Kasianchuk, a registered dietitian, nutritionist and exercise physiologist and Gennev’s Director of Health Coaching. She will share her insight around what changes we go through at midlife to bring on changes in our sleeping patterns, and share some strategies to help us sleep like babies.....or close to it.
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We are our worst critics....can I get an AMEN from all the women out there....
In this episode I chat with the inspiring Nicole Simonin. She talks about her journey of acceptance around body image and shifting her mindset to think positively about what she puts in her body.
We dig into all those issues that stop us in our tracks or stop us from treating ourselves with care and respect.
NICOLE SIMONIN is an ACE Personal Trainer, ACE Health Coach, TEDx Speaker, host of “Shape It Up Over 40” podcast, author of “The No Fuss, No Mess Shape It Up Cookbook” founder of Shape It Up, LLC, licensed Physical Therapist Assistant and former professional ballet dancer. Nicole has been featured in Racheal Ray in Season, Bicycling Magazine, Real Simple and MSN. Since 2006, Nicole has been helping women lose weight for the last time.
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"To care for those who cared for us is life's highest honor." Tia Walker
As Gen X'ers we are commonly referred to as the sandwich generation. As many of us are caring for our children and caregivers for our parents as they age. In today's episode we discuss the concerns that many have, as we navigate these unchartered waters.
Due to the COVID19 pandemic, travel restrictions and guidelines - make sure to go to the CDC website for specific requirements for your location
Kristen Abbott is a Clinical Psychologist in Private Practice. Kristen received her Ph.D. from the New School in New York, NY with the intention of focusing on an adolescent population. While completing her internship at the James J Peters VAMC in the Bronx, she discovered a passion for health-related psychology after 6 months spent working with aging and chronically-ill veterans. Upon graduation, she returned to the VA to work in a home-based primary care setting to provide support for those who could not travel to care. She has worked in skilled nursing and rehabilitation centers, adult day care and assisted living facilities and in consultation with physicians. Kristen has been in private practice for the past 10 years with a passion for helping others to manage chronic illness, aging, end of life, caregiver stress, grief and maintaining good health. Kristen works with a focus on the connection between mind and body. Kristen lives in Ridgefield with her husband and two children, as well as two high-energy dogs and an 18 year-old cat named Dumpling.
You can reach Kristen and learn more about how she can help you navigate the process of caring for aging parents.
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When we start to talk about finances I can feel my face becoming red and flushed. I will admit I'm a work in progress around managing money and today this episode will shed a light around how you can become more confidence when it comes to your finances.
Meet Patty Bonsera, a Certified Financial Educator (CFEI), Financial Wellness Advisor and Coach. She's been married, divorced, spent 11 years as a single mom and later remarried. She's experienced income inequality, worked for a firm that was later indicted in securities fraud (unbeknownst to employees), gave her financial power away to my spouse, (eventually took it back), and lost pretty much everything after 2008 (while hiding all the shame from family) and rebuilt my life.
Over time, after confiding in close girlfriends, she discovered she wasn't alone and came to this overwhelming feeling that she needed to do something about it. That's when her own midlife reinvention started and she came over to personal finance and how Fear.less Girl Financial was born.
This industry needs a makeover and midlife women will not be ignored.
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Women who take a break from their career at points in their lives feel invisible or as thought they've lost their identity.
Meet Ginny Brzezinski, co-author with her sister-in-law Mika, of the handbook “Comeback Careers” Rethink, Refresh, Reinvent Your Success at 40,50, and Beyond”.
It's okay to not know what to do next. In this episode we chat about life, and how those accomplishments we've had can create our 'highlight reel' and propel us forward. We have so much to give and so many ways to add value. Listen in as Ginny divulges some of her wisdom on how to network more strategically, how to pitch your volunteer work to a corporate recruiter, and how to short circuit your negative mindset.
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When you think about midlife and beyond does cool come to mind.....
Oh it absolutely does when I introduce you to Jack Perez, Founder of the Kuel Life Platform.
Jack founded Kuel Life in 2017. Through her platform, Perez champions change, redefining modern midlife for women through curated content and women-driven brands. The Kuel Life Community grows daily. With over 30 Kuel Category Experts and more than 24 women-driven brands, Kuel Life offers women an opportunity to ’share, learn, shop, and play with our Second Act Sisters!’.
Previously, she spent 20 years at Summit Strategy Partners, a San Francisco-based marketing and public relations firm, where she was a founding partner. Jack brings extensive, deep, start-up experience; having worked with numerous small to midsize companies. She is excited to finally birth her own start-up. Having earned an MBA from the University of Chicago, Perez carries a hard-nosed business understanding to the entrepreneur world. She is fluent in Spanish, and having worked with multiple international firms, has a clear grasp on cross-cultural influences. Jack’s passions include: spending time with her son, traveling to exotic, off-the-beaten-path places such as; Cuba, Jordan, Zambia, Bolivia, and Zanzibar. An endorphin junkie, Jack is an avid jump roper, Peloton-fanatic, and a third-degree black belt in Taekwondo.
Social Media Links:
Website: www.kuellife.com
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kuellife
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kuellife/
LinkedIN: https://www.linkedin.com/company/kuellife
Pinterest:https://www.pinterest.com/kuellife/
Twitter:https://twitter.com/kuellife
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What does it mean to be an age disruptor? In this episode we will learn about that and more as I chat with the incredible David Harry Stewart.
David is the founder and face of the AGEIST. He is a passionate champion and leading authority on the modern 50+ lifestyle, and the mindset and aspirations that drive this influential demographic. He is called upon frequently to share his expertise and insight at important venues and forums around the world.
Prior to launching AGEIST, Stewart enjoyed an award-winning career as a photographer specializing in people-oriented advertising that combined his engineer’s precision with a high level of design and visual aesthetic.
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Shared experiences are the foundations of deep connections and relationships. A lot of us want to experience many different things but fear and doubt hold us back.
Get your dose of inspiration and motivation today to start working on that idea you’ve been thinking for too long now or cross out something from your list of goals as I’m joined by a special guest and friend, the founder of I Do Part Two, Lisa Speers!
I Do Part Two is a collaborative blog where new and seasoned writers share their stories on how to reconnect with your spouse, feel better as you age, grow spiritually, and find more adventure in our lives!
In this episode, Lisa talks about her fears and what it's like to launch a business at 50. She shares how the idea of I Do Part Two was born and how it is helping writers step out of their comfort zone and help others get the inspiration and information they need from the writers ‘aha moments’, and personal relationships and life experiences.
We’re not experts but we’re willing to put ourselves out there, knowing that what we’re sharing is going to inspire someone!
Episode Highlights:
- How the idea of the I Do Part Two came to being
- What it feels like to launch a business at 50
- What inspired Lisa to start I Do Part Two
- Lisa talks about her fears and how she is overcoming them
- Giving yourself the gift of grace and patience
- The gift of connections
- How to submit or contribute your story to I Do Part Two
Connect with Lisa:
- I Do Part Two
Resources Mentioned:
- Submit your story 👉 here!
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Menopause is a challenging time for women. Expanding waistlines, loss of sleep, forgetfulness....we need to find some peace of mind. Wouldn't it be nice to say Good Bye to menopause symptoms and Hello to a new found confidence?
In this episode Jackie Giannelli shares her knowledge and insight around all those things, and shares strategies that work.
Elektra Health is on a mission to smash the menopause taboo by empowering women with evidence-based education, care & community.
Jackie Giannelli is a women’s health expert, board-certified nurse practitioner, and certified menopause provider. She's a medical provider at Elektra Health and serves as Assistant Medical Director at Maze Health. Jackie specializes in peri menopause and menopause, urology, sexual medicine, and general gynecology.
You can find Elektra Health here: and get started on finding resources and answers to your menopause questions.
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Parenting has never been more difficult and complicated than now. As we are facing uncertain times, new challenges and struggles have emerged both for parents and their children.
Many parents are wondering how to best deal with the immense change in routine and environment , and how to support their children the best way possible.
If you’re unsure about how to navigate the complexities of parenting this pandemic has brought, I encourage you to listen to this episode as Dr. John Duffy shares his wisdom and insight!
He is a clinical psychologist, speaker, author, podcaster specializing in relationships, parenting, teens and families, a parenting guru and the author of Parenting the New Teen in the Age of Anxiety!
Dr. Duffy will walk us through some of the new challenges parents are facing during this pandemic. He’ll share tips on how to help your kids deal with anxiety and what kind of conversations you should be having with them!
Episode Highlights:
- What Dr. Duffy is seeing amongst teenager nowadays and struggles parents are facing
- How parents can navigate conversations with their teen
- Why parents should be listening to what their kids are saying
- Mental health talks amongst teenagers and young people
- The importance of being transparent to your kids
- How you should approach your kids when it comes to games and their social engagement
- What parents can do to stay positive even in tough times
- The type of conversations parents should be having with their young adult kids to encourage and uplift them
Connect with Dr. Duffy:
- www.drjohnduffy.com
- Twitter @drjohnduffy
- Instagram @drjohnduffy
- Facebook @Dr-John-Duffy
More about Dr. Duffy:
Dr. Duffy is a highly sought-after clinical psychologist, best-selling author, certified life coach, parenting and relationship expert, and proud husband and father. He has been working with individuals, couples, teens, and families for nearly twenty years. Dr. Duffy’s refreshing and unique approach has provided the critical intervention and support needed to help thousands of individuals and families find their footing.
Along with his clinical work, Dr. Duffy is the author of the number-one best-selling The Available Parent (Viva Editions, second edition released 2014) as well as a frequent media presence. He is the regular parenting and relationship expert on Steve Harvey. He also appears frequently on other national and local television and radio outlets, and is cited frequently in national print and online publications. These include the Today show, Fox News, Fox Good Day Chicago, WGN-TV, NPR, WGN Radio, the Huffington Post, the Wall Street Journal, Redbook, Time, Good Housekeeping, Men’s Health, Chicago Parent, Cosmopolitan, Teen Vogue, Wired, Parenting, Your Teen, Parents, Family Circle, Chicago Tribune, Chicago Sun-Times, and Real Simple magazine.
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It’s time to let your body rest. And it’s time to calm your mind. Sleep is calling to you. And even though your mind is racing with a million thoughts, tasks or worries and your body is still tense from the day, it’s time to listen.
Katie Krimitsos is a mom, wife, adventurer, podcaster and seeker. She's committed to brightening the light of women around the world through the Women's Meditation Network, guided meditations and resources that are specifically created with the special journey of women in mind.
In today's episode we talk about the stresses of every day life and taking time for self care and honoring your body.
We talk about how to start adding a meditation practice into your routine
We discuss the overall benefits of practicing meditation and Katie's newest adventure the Sleep Meditations Podcast
You can follow Katie here - and learn more about the Women's Meditation Network
Here is a link to Katie's sleep meditations podcast
If you are trying to add meditation to your daily routine - or have used the practice of meditation in your life already please let me know. I would love to hear your story - I plan to have Katie back and would love for you to be part of the episode. Please email me: Amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com
to get involved.
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When I set out to launch my podcast I did the usual market research involved in taking those next steps. During that outreach I came across the incredible Mary Rogers, host of the Experience 50 podcast.
From our first conversation it was as though we'd known each other for years. She is a kind, smart, articulate woman with a passion for all things midlife. Some may remember her from Mary in the morning on a Detroit radio station. I refer to her as a trailblazer. One of the first to enter the podcast arena as a midlife podcaster.
Mary K. Rogers has served as leadership staff of two Chambers of Commerce, the National Association of Women Business Owners, and the Small Business Administration’s Michigan Small Business Development Center. She sold her company, Marigold Women in Business to a division of Pepsi in 2009. She is now self-employed, hosting The Experience 50 Podcast for Midlife.
~ The power of mentors in your life and how Mary has been a mentor to Amy
~ Mary's start on radio as Mary in the morning
~ The power of friends at midlife
~ Having young adults kids navigating the pandemic
~Advice to your younger self
You can reach out to Mary and find her podcast here.
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The power is these 4 words. I have breast cancer. In today's episode I have a conversation with Dr. Carol Lourie. We discuss how those words affect us in different ways, as a patient, caregiver, friend or loved one battling breast cancer.
What happens after you ring the bell? What does life look like going forward as you are forever changed from those four words.
Dr. Carol Lourie, who is a Naturopath, Licensed Acupuncturist, Functional Medicine™ expert and Homeopath, with over 30 years of experience in providing integrative health care.
Carol believes that long-term healing occurs when we explore what’s really going on inside of our bodies. She partners her unique skill set and experience with your knowledge of your body to help you truly heal.
Here is a link to get in touch with Dr. Carol Lourie
Here is a link to a free gift from Carol. What to eat for wellness. Living with breast cancer.
If you have a minute as you scroll your feed....don't forget to checkout Crunchy Tales.
Playful women don't get old at CrunchyTales.com, the first-ever illustrated magazine for sassy women over 40. Informative, bold and colourful, CrunchyTales aims to be a trusted source for midlife bloomers who don't let age define themselves. Follow their tips and advice, learn from their experts. Don't let age or circumstances prevent you from fully enjoying the second act of your life. Redefining midlife, one illustrated story at a time. And when you join the FB group - please mention you heard about Crunchy Tales from the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast.Here is a link to my TEDx Talk *which will be live on October 24th, 2020. You can bookmark the link and circle back anytime to watch. I would so appreciate if you share the link with friends / family. Everyone can use a little confidence right now......
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Walking is more than just a way to increase the blood flow throughout your body, but it's also the easiest exercise you can do to improve your overall health.
Join me in this episode as we walk towards a better life with Joyce Shulman! She is the co-founder and CEO of Macaroni Kid and 99 Walks, an app that empowers women to track their walk and walk the path to a better life.
Tune in as Joyce inspires you to put on those shoes and walk towards a better version of yourself through the walking! Joyce will also share how women can follow their dreams, take action over their health, and feel good!
Walking is magic!
You don’t have to do it for long hours, a quick 5 to 10-minute walk will do!
So start where you are, put one foot in front of the other, put aside all your doubts and expectations, and just walk!
Episode Highlights:
- How to follow your dreams and be intentional
- The martyr mom syndrome
- What is '99 Walks'?
- How the concept behind 99 Walks
- The magic of walking!
- What’s hindering women from achieving their dreams?
- Momentum vs. motivation
- What is intentional walking?
- What motivates Joyce to get out of bed and show up every single day?
Connect with Joyce:
- Instagram @joyce.r.shulman
- Twitter @joycershulman
- YouTube
- Joyce Shulman website
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Macaroni Kid
- Walk Your Way to Better: 99 Walks That Will Change Your Life
Thank you for listening! Let me know what you think of this episode by leaving a rating and review here!
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Purchase a copy of my book: Cannonball! Fearlessly Facing Midlife and Beyond
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I never set out to be a writer. But I was always a terrific reader. Those words are directly from first time author, Laura Jamison. Laura just completed her first novel, "All the right mistakes." Today we talk about her journey - her life as an attorney and mom of 4, and balancing all the challenges of life at this stage....
At the ripe old age of 41, I began work on my first novel. I hadn’t written a word of fiction since middle school (at least not that I can remember). I was visiting my parents when the idea for the book came to me. I read a news item that another high-flying woman was writing a book about how women could architect their lives to be successful. Here we go again, I thought. Another book geared toward telling women, not institutions or society, to change themselves (and from an author who I doubted had a perspective that would be relevant to most moms). Exhausting and irritating. But this author, after all, is a person who is trying to be helpful, in her way. What if she was your friend, even your best friend? And so the idea All the Right Mistakes was born.
From my perspective, I believe that we are living in an extraordinary time for women. While it’s true that there have never been more choices for women than there are now, it’s also true that there is significant, unfinished business when it comes to achieving equality at work and home. I don’t have the solution, but I do have a story to tell. I’m grateful to my publisher, She Writes Press, for giving me a opportunity to tell it. Please drop me a note and tell me your story. Or better yet, write it, because, whatever happens to me as a writer, I know one thing for sure–I’ll always be reading!
Here is a link to Laura's website where you can read more about her and order your copy of her novel, "All the right mistakes."
Thank you for listening! Let me know what you think of this episode by leaving a rating and review here!
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What a year it has been!
The Fearlessly Facing Podcast is almost a year old... and before we launch season 2, I wanted to take this opportunity to share with you a little bit of my story.
I’ve been asked a lot about how I got started into doing this podcast and why I continue to do what I do.
In this solo cast, I’m going to take you back to my first episode recording story and what inspired me to start this podcast. You’ll also learn the importance of self-reflection and how to create a highlight reel for yourself.
Lastly, I want to express my gratitude for all of you who've been listening to this podcast as well as the incredible guests who shared their voice to inspire others to live forward, you don’t know how much inspiration and motivation you’ve been giving me everyday.
Listen to this episode as we highlight what some of our guests in Season 1 would tell their 30 year old self.
Tune in as I share some exciting announcements for the new season!
Episode Highlights:
- What inspires me to continue the work that I do
- How I started Fearlessly Facing Podcast
- The process of examining yourself to find your value
- The power of creating your own highlight reel
- How can you add value to your organization and society?
- How I became my own historian
- How your confidence can grow the more you fail
- New season announcements!
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It’s easy to get swept away by the constant 'busy'ness of life and forget to appreciate the people and things that led us to where we currently are. Our lives our filled with stories, experiences, and challenges....and along that journey comes times when our hearts are filled with gratitude and thankfulness.....so can we do with that gratitude?
The quickest and easiest way to be happy is to be grateful for what you have, and be appreciative of the people who helped you on your journey is to jot a thank you note.
To help you cultivate a happier life filled with gratitude, I’m bringing in an awesome guest who is also a fellow midlife podcaster!
In this episode, I’m joined by the host of the Midlife Mixtape, Nancy Davis Kho! Nancy is also the author of The Thank-You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time where she her wit, wisdom, and inspires people to be more grateful in their lives.
Just taking that time to write a thank you note, and let yourself be filled with gratitude while thinking of those people that made a difference in your life gives you a sense of contentment and joy!
By the end of this episode, you’ll find yourself counting blessings and inspired to write a thank you note! So go grab a pen and paper....
Episode Highlights:
- Nancy talk about what midlife entails for us
- Nancy takes us back to her podcast’s first episode recording experience and how she was able to finally publish it
- How to stay confident, get out of your comfort zone, and just begin
- Nancy’s kids perspective and response to their mom getting out of her comfort zone
- Nancy explains the “Thank You Project”
- How we can cultivate happiness through letters of gratitude
Connect with Nancy Davis Kho
- Nancy Davis Kho website
- Midlife Mixtape
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- Why We Can’t Sleep: Women’s New Midlife Crisis by Ada Calhoun
- EP 56: Gen X Women. A conversation with Ada Calhoun
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Your mind and body will react depending on how you take care of yourself. When you reach your golden age, your body will begin to develop conditions in response to your lifestyle.
Women often disregard their health until it’s too late, and that should not be the case at all. Taking care of yourself should be top priority. Some find excuses to sidetrack their health, citing reasons of financial strain, asking for permission from their partner, or a busy household. But, it’s best to listen to your body when it’s trying to tell you something.
In this episode, Integrative Dietitian and High Performance Coach Esther Blum explains why your health matters and how taking good care of yourself can leave a positive affect on your overall well being.
Make yourself a priority today as Esther discusses the importance of having your body tested and checked for conditions that need immediate medical attention. As well as the best alternatives to dietary supplements and tips on how to have a healthy mind and body!
Episode Highlights:
- Esther talks about her paternal grandfather who was an ears, nose, and throat surgeon
- What is a mind-body connection
- Esther discusses evidence-based medicine
- Finding the courage to fix your health
- The value in drinking celery juice
- The importance of dietary supplements and balanced diet
Resources Mentioned:
- Esther Blum’s books
- The 7 Habits of Highly Effective Families
More about Esther
Esther Blum is an Integrative Dietitian and High Performance Coach. She has helped thousands of women permanently lose weight, eliminate the need for medication, lose stubborn belly fat, and reverse chronic illness. Esther teaches her clients how to get clear and decisive about what to eat while healing their relationship with food and their bodies.
Esther is the bestselling author of Cavewomen Don’t Get Fat, Eat, Drink and Be Gorgeous, Secrets of Gorgeous, and The Eat, Drink, and Be Gorgeous Project. She currently maintains a busy virtual practice where she provides 360 degrees of healing with physical, psychological, emotional and spiritual support. Esther believes that diet and supplements are the foundation to healing, but treating the whole person is paramount.
Esther lives in CT with her family where she can be seen cooking up a storm, going for long hikes, and blasting 80’s music by the fire pit.
Get in Touch with Esther:
- Website
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Having a dream or passion gives anyone a sense of focus and purpose. A life without dreams can be quite dull. But it’s never too late to find whatever it is that’ll make you happy and bring you joy.
Your passion, dream, or whatever that may be that’s bringing joy into your life is what gets you through the worst days.
Our guest today has an incredible gift for music. Her story is proof that joy knows no age and will surely inspire you to follow your dreams!
In this episode, Sharon Ruchman, Connecticut resident, singer, composer, pianist, and violinist who began her piano studies at the age of 8, joins us to share her story about how a viola from her uncle changed the trajectory of her life!
Sharon also shares her struggles and celebrations, and talks about how her quest to know more about her uncle made her more confident and passionate about her abilities and herself!
Episode Highlights:
- Sharon talks about music, her viola, and her uncle Rudy
- Sharon talks about her struggles with ADHD
- The power of finding joy at any stage of your life
- Finding out what it is that really makes you happy
- Asking for help when you need it
- Sharon talks about her book, “The Gift of Rudy”
- The power of network and communication
Connect with Sharon Ruchman
Sharon’s website
YouTube
The Gift of Rudy
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Just about a year ago I had one of those "AHA" Oprah moments.....I was sitting alone in a quiet house...and the big 5-0 was looming. I knew I had more to give and a lot more to do. So with more than 60 episodes downloaded...many more in the que and so many interviews scheduled this year....I am excited to launch Season 2.
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"We haven't peaked yet - we are just getting started."
When you look up “midlife'' on Google, the word 'crisis' or 'menopause' are often attached to it. But midlife is much more than that.
Middle-aged women have long been portrayed by society and media as somewhat members who're much less capable once they're past their prime years.
We shouldn't let age (and stereotypes!) define who we really are!
In this episode, we're going to reset how society and media thinks of us middle-aged modern ladies as Michela Di Carlo, the founder of Crunchy Talks, the first ever illustrated online magazine for women over 40, joins us to share how she is empowering midlife women to be more confident and be themselves!
Crunchy Tales is an illustrated online magazine meant to encourage middle-aged women to speak up, step out of their comfort zone and embrace their age with a positive attitude!
If you think midlife is dull, think again! Get inspired to discover a new side of yourself and maybe forge a new path, as Michela shares how and why she founded Crunchy Tales and why your midlife is more fun than you thought!
Episode Highlights:
- What inspired Michela to start Crunchy Tales
- Breaking stereotypes and societal norms regarding middle-aged women
- Why Crunchy Tales uses illustrations to portray midlife
- Michela talks about having confidence and mistakes
- What’s next for Crunchy Tales
- The importance of staying on your path
Connect with Michela Di Carlo:
Crunchy Tales Crunchytales.com
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When you add children into the mix of a romantic relationship, it becomes dynamic, and let's be honest....it can be complicated. What happens if you’re more deeply attached to your boyfriends kids than you ever could have imagined?
Can you just ditch the guy and keep the kids?
In this episode, you’re going to meet an incredible woman who fell in love with a divorced father of two kids. Our guest for this episode is Dani Alpert, the author of the memoir, “The Girlfriend Mom”.
Dani will talk about her story, her struggles, and how she came into writing the book, The Girlfriend mom. She shares how she fell in love with a man, and how she became deeply attached to his kids...and then he "dumped her for a blonde". Now what?
Will she be able to continue the relationship and bond she has formed with the kids? How will she navigate this relationship?
Find out what happened and how Dani is doing as she shares her truth and how she overcame the challenges she’s been through after the kids became a part of her life.
Episode Highlights:
- My favorite part from Dani’s book
- Dani’s journey and process on writing her first book
- A brief summary of The Girlfriend Mom
- How to say ‘NO’ and why it’s okay to say it
- How her ex’s kids viewed Dani as she go through the process of wanting to be with them after their father broke up with her
- The message and lesson to be learned from Dani’s The Girlfriend Mom
- Dani’s plans for the future and sequel to her book
- Why finished is better than perfect
Connect with Dani:
- Dan Alpert's website
- Twitter @girlfriendmom
- Instagram @dani_alpert
You can grab a copy of Dani’s The Girlfriend Mom: A Memoir 👉 here!
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As women, we need to rediscover who we are outside of being mothers, what we look like, and our achievements.
Kids grow up and lead their own lives. Our bodies shift and undergo changes as we age. And, our trophies and medals won’t be there for us during the lowest points of our lives.
In this episode, I’m joined by Kristi Overton Johnson. Kristi is one of the most decorated women water skiers of all time and a world record holder from 1992-2010. A series of health battles in the past led her to reevaluate her life and change course. Now, she found her calling as a ministry leader serving inmates.
We talk about the importance of persistence and positivity, her journey from a professional skiing career to prison ministry, and many more.
Kristi is also the author of the books Hit it!: Your Victory May Just be One "Hit it" Away! and Running the Course: Becoming a Champion in God's Eyes. You can order her books by clicking here.
Episode Highlights:
- The story behind her mantra “Hit it!”
- Her strong fear of failure and disappointment
- The dangers of self-sabotage and negative self-talk
- The power of authenticity and how people are drawn to it
- How she found her purpose in prison ministry
- Her friendship with Jack Roland Murphy or "Murph the Surf"
Connect with Kristi:
- Website Kristi Overton Johnson Ministries
- LinkedIn @KristiOvertonJohnson
- Facebook @kristiovertonjohnson
- Instagram @kristiovertonjohnson
Resources mentioned:
- Victorious Living magazine
- My book Cannonball!: Fearlessly Facing Midlife and Beyond
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Do you or someone you know live with a chronic condition? In this powerful episode I have a conversation with Jennie Park. ⠀
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Having a chronic condition such as diabetes, specifically type 1, is difficult because there are no outward symptoms or signs....unless someone asks her about her insulin pump or sees her taking a blood test. No one realizes the daily investment that this condition takes.⠀
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Jennie was diagnosed with T1D at 7, and is on a mission to help people connect and not feel alone.⠀
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Empowering others through community and connection. Jennie launched a group called, Wine about diabetes....⠀
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If you know someone living with a chronic condition, or has been diagnosed with Diabetes...please tag them and share this episode.
Episode Highlights:
- How Jenny was diagnosed with type 1 diabetes
- Perimenopause and its effect on blood sugar
- Her journey as a mom with diabetes
- The Wine About Diabetes community
- How her group started out and its vision
- Common symptoms of type 1 diabetes
- The importance of early diagnosis
- The difference between type 1 and type 2 diabetes
- The role of genetics in type 1 diabetes
- Why you don’t need family history to be diagnosed
- Misconceptions with type 1 diabetes
- The value of having a strong support system
- Advice she would give to her 30-year-old self
Connect with Jennie:
- Website Wine About Diabetes
Resources mentioned:
- My book Cannonball!: Fearlessly Facing Midlife and Beyond
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Midlife can be challenging. There are so many changes going on along with our everyday responsibilities. Because of this overwhelm, some women turn to alcohol to help themselves cope.
If you’re struggling with alcohol misuse or any form of addiction, then I urge you to listen to this life-altering episode with Lori Massicot. She is a Sober Lifestyle coach for women over 40. Lori is an inspiration and her passion for helping women thrive is fascinating.
In this episode, we’re going to take a deep dive on why women begin drinking in the first place, why numbing yourself will only backfire in the long-run, the stigma and shame that women go through in terms of addiction, and why there’s always hope that women can change their lives.
Episode Highlights:
- Why Lori started an anonymous IG account in 2015
- Why she started drinking at a young age
- Drinking as a coping mechanism to escape problems
- Why she and her husband decided to go sober
- Alcohol consumption as normalcy in society
- The link between self-esteem and alcohol addiction
- Her social group’s reaction to her sobriety
- Why quitting drinking is only the first step
- How to create a life where you don’t need to drink
- Why you need to go sober ASAP
- The importance of opening dialogue and vulnerability
- Her advice to women struggling with drinking
- Lori’s plans in the next three to five years
- What she would tell her younger self
Connect with Lori:
- Website
- Podcast
- YouTube
Resources mentioned:
- Lori's Sober Coaching for Women
- My book Cannonball!: Fearlessly Facing Midlife and Beyond
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Calling all Gen X Women! This episode is for you!
At this age, we’re all expected to be happy. We got and achieved most of what we thought we wanted. We have years and years of wisdom and life experiences to help us avoid the mistakes we did in the past. But then, why do we still feel miserable?
It’s the new midlife crisis that Gen X women are going though.
If you’re born between 1965 to 1980, then you’re a Gen X woman. I highly encourage you to listen to this episode as Ada Calhoun, author of Why You Can’t Sleep: Women’s New Midlife Crisis, redefines mid-life crisis and the things that keep Gen X women up at night.
In this episode, we’re going to dive deep into the universal midlife crisis that most Gen Xers women are feeling, the new problems women are facing as they enter middle age - problems that are being largely overlooked in our society. Ada shares her findings and what we can do to cope and get out of the chasm of self-doubt and angst!
Episode Highlights:
- Gen X women mid life crisis
- What's it like being a Gen Xer in 2020
- Ada’s process on how she wrote “Why You Can’t Sleep”
- Common thread between women in their 50s
- Having it all and unrealistic expectations
- Gen Xers are products of divorce
- Women that inspired Ada on her journey
- How to find peace in middle age
Connect with Ada:
- Ada Calhoun website
- Twitter @adacalhoun
- Instagram @adacalhoun
You can grab a copy of Ada’s Why We Can't Sleep: Women's New Midlife Crisis 👉 here
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Most women think they are powerless against menopausal symptoms. They accept it as a natural part of aging and move on. As a result, many become isolated and suffer in silence believing that there’s nothing they can do about it. However, this is far from the truth! Stop putting your health on the backburner and put it into your own hands. You can stay healthy and feel great as you age!
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Bonnie Gasquet. She will show us state-of-the-art and effective solutions to curb menopausal symptoms. Empower yourself with knowledge and be in charge of your own health. Dr. Gasquet will help show us the way!
Dr. Gasquet is an Internal Medicine Physician with a focus in Cardiometabolic, Integrative, Nutritional Medicine. Sub-specializing in Anti-Aging and Regenerative Medicine. In addition to being a General Medicine practitioner, she is also a highly sought after aesthetics provider, hormone replacement, and concierge physician. She is an entrepreneur, opening three medical spas recently. Her work has been featured on the Fox8 Morning Show and on different publications. She is a true expert in her field, being one of the 20% of physicians in the country who specializes in anti-aging and bioidentical HRT.
If you want to feel incredible and know how you can get rid of your menopausal symptoms, you should definitely listen to this episode!
Episode Highlights:
- What you should do when struggling with menopausal symptoms
- How women often neglect their own health
- Why treatments that traditional doctors recommend don’t work
- Dr. Gasquet’s experience that made her pursue preventative medicine
- The lack of physicians specializing in anti-aging
- Why most doctors are uncomfortable discussing menopause with patients
- How talking about menopause symptoms is taboo
- Common mental health problems caused by hormone imbalance
- How hysterectomy affects psychological health
- The impact of emotional issues on relationships
- Why women fail to prioritize themselves in the first place
- Key questions you should be asking your physician
- Telehealth options and criteria for virtual consultations
- Why hormone treatments should differ for every woman
- Why you should trust your gut with health issues
Connect with Dr. Gasquet:
- Facebook @Bonnie-Gasquet
- Instagram @bonnie.gg
- LinkedIn @bonnie-gasquet-md
- Studio Health website
- Wellness Jar website
Resources mentioned in this episode:
- The American Academy of Anti-Aging Medicine (A4M) website
Purchase your copy of my book: Cannonball! Fearlessly Facing Midlife and Beyond here!
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Menopause is a transition into a new phase of life. Though this is a normal stage in a woman’s life, it is rarely talked about and sometimes there’s a shame that comes with it.
Women can sometimes feel isolated and alone because of the lack of understanding, information, and support when they enter midlife. But it shouldn’t be a setback. You can still feel confident, sexy, and feeling your best even in your middle years!
Join me in this episode as Jill Angelo shares her go-to solution for women in midlife and menopause!
Jill is the CEO and Founder of Gennev, a digital platform for women in midlife. She is also a former executive at Microsoft turned into a women’s healthcare advocate bringing over 20 years of business and technology experience to women’s health innovation!
Make your midlife one of your best years in life by taking control of your health today as Jill brings empowerment and solutions to your midlife crisis and menopause problems!
Episode Highlights:
- Why women’s health is important for Jill
- A conversation about menopause with Jill’s mom
- How you can get involved with Gennev
- Opening up the conversation about menopause with your friends, sister or mother
- The 3 stages of menopause
- Menopause starts with a conversation
- Jill shares the work she does through Telehealth
- The most common questions women ask about menopause
- The importance of being in a community
- Following your heart and not being fearful of what lies ahead
Connect with Jill:
Gennev
Twitter @jillangelo
Instagram @mygennev
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Like a house, our mind also has its own set of rooms. When the house is full of clutter and mess, it distracts people living in it and can sometimes result in low focus because your home is in a state of disarray. The same can be said with our minds. If we don’t tidy up and throw out the junk, not only are we distracted but we are also depriving ourselves of the benefits and joy of having a clear and calm mind.
If you want to free up your head from all the chaotic mess collected from the clutter of anxiousness, negative thoughts, and emotions then sit back, relax, take out your notes, and listen to this episode!
In this episode, I’m joined by Angie Johnsey to talk about the tidy mind process and how to understand, care for, and relax your mind!
Angie is a speaker, author, hypnotherapist, and also a psychiatric nurse by trade. She brings clarity to others by helping them become aware of their mental and emotional patterns to have a healthy mind and live a happy and fulfilled life.
It’s time to clean up and tidy your mind rooms as world-renowned mind expert, Angie teaches us how!
Episode Highlights:
- How Angie got interested in everything related to the mind and helping people with their mind
- Learning how the mind works
- The mind is a powerful functional thing
- How to tidy your mind
- The house analogy of the tidy mind process
- Tips and strategies when you get stuck in a room
- Meeting the needs of our mind
- Help yourself by helping others
- Why you need to stop being mean to yourself
Connect with Angie:
Angie Johnsey - website
Instagram @angie.johnsey
Twitter @angiejohnsey
Resources mentioned in this episode:
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Candy O’Terry: Boston’s Beloved Radio Voice
Back in the day when the internet wasn’t as widely used as now, people tune in to their favorite radio stations to hear music or be updated with the latest local and global news. While others tune in to listen and connect with their favorite deejays.
And in Boston, there is no voice more recognizable on the radio than that of Candy O'Terry!
Join me in this episode with Candy O’Terry as she shares the story and struggles behind her success, and how she became the most recognizable voice in Boston!
As you may already know, Candy is the beloved broadcast voice on Magic 106.7 where she spent 25 years on air! Along the way, she had the incredible experience of playing her own songs on the radio. She is the brain behind the award-winning Exceptional Women radio show and hosts a weekly series podcast called The Story Behind Her Success, where shespreads inspiring stories around the world.
Navigate life’s hardships and find your way in this tough time as Candy brings motivation and inspiration through her stories and song!
Episode Highlights:
- Candy shares her broadcasting journey and the opportunities she encountered along the way
- How Candy climbed the ladder to become the most recognizable voice in Boston
- What it feels like being on the radio and having your song played back in the day
- Confidence and self-care
- Navigating divorce and dealing with family loss
- Advice to younger 30 y/o Candy
- The message of the ‘The Gift’ song
Connect with Candy:
Candy O'terry - website
Instagram @candyoterry
Twitter @CandyOTerry
Resources mentioned in this episode:
The Story Behind Her Success Podcast
Listen to Candy O’terry song For Good
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In this episode I have a conversation with the incredible Kym Douglas. Kym is a television host, best-selling author, beauty, fashion and lifestyle expert and comedy actress. She is also a coveted contributor to magazines and editorials around the country.
Kym can be seen every day sharing all her latest beauty and lifestyle tips as a Family Member and fill in Co Host on Hallmark Channel’s Emmy-Nominated talk/lifestyle show Home & Family. In addition, for the past 11 years, she has been delighting viewers with her antics on #1 rated daytime The Ellen DeGeneres Show.
Kym and I talk about her journey and cancer diagnosis in 2018 and how life changed at that moment. Her transparency, determination and grace sets Kym apart, and you will feel as though she's sitting on the couch right next to you during this interview.
Connect with Kym here: Where she challenges you to live, laugh and love better.
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In today's episode I have a conversation with Judy Holland. Judy recently released a book called, HappiNest: Finding fulfillment when your kids leave home. We talk about the issues we face as parents when the nest is empty, and now given the pandemic, several young adults are 'boomeranging' home. It's a challenging time for everyone, and today we discuss strategies, as Judy shares her insight as we take on the empty nest phase of life.
Judy Holland has been a journalist for more than 30 years, having spent 13 years in the Washington Bureau of Hearst Newspapers, where she was national editor, preparing stories for 600 newspapers over The New York Times wire. She also served as Capitol Hill Correspondent and was elected president of the Washington Press Club Foundation, a nonprofit celebrating female pioneers in journalism and providing scholarships for women and minorities. She has been a Capitol Hill commentator for C-Span and won the Hearst Eagle Award for excellence in journalism.
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In a world of uncertainty and disruptions, we are at a time in life when we are managing two pandemics. The COVID pandemic and the Racial injustice pandemic. In today's episode Dr. Argie shares her knowledge and insight on how to have those courageous conversations with our families. We discuss how to use this time, these moments, to be transparent and vulnerable and dig deep into topics we may so often push to the side.
Dr Argie is a thoughtful and insightful communicator and I am honored to share the space with her today. With over 20 years’ experience as a Relationship Therapist Dr. Argie Allen-Wilson is the former Director of Clinical Training at Drexel University’s Couple & Family Therapy Department and the founder and CEO of her private practice F.A.I.T.H. Inc. (Family and Individual Therapeutic Healing). Also, Dr. Allen-Wilson is the Co-founder & CEO of Connections Matter LLC along with her husband. She is the author of her first book Courageous Conversations Connect (A Pathway To Reset Your Mindset With Intentional Thoughts From The Inside Out). Prior to her appointment as Director of Clinical Training at Drexel University, she received her Doctor of Philosophy degree in Couple & Family Therapy in 2009 from Drexel University and her Master of Family Therapy degree in Marriage & Family Therapy from Drexel University (formally Hahnemann University) in 1998.
Here is a link to connect with Dr. Argie
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In Today's episode I have a conversation with Jeannie Ralston, the Co-Founder of the digital magazine, Next Tribe. Jeannie shares her journey of taking on the challenges of midlife and launching a new business specifically encouraging women to age boldly.
Jeannie is an award winning journalist and loves to living life big...and always traveling and exploring new things. We will discuss her journey which includes traveling the world, running a lavender farm and her latest adventure, the launch of the digital magazine for women over 40.
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I would love for you to join my virtual book club. Grab your friends and let's get Cannonballing together. Here's a link to contact me....I can't wait to meet you!
In this episode I have an inspiring, heart-felt and transparent conversation with Rebekah Lyons. Rebekah shares her journey with anxiety and panic attacks, and finding her purpose by finding her rhythms of renewal and trading stress and anxiety for a life of peace and purpose.
Rebekah is a national speaker, and bestselling author of You are Free, Freefall to Fly and Rhythms of Renewal which dropped this spring. Rebekah's work has been featured on CNN, Good Morning America, Huffington Post and Publisher's Weekly. Alongside her husband Gabe, she raises four children, two with Down Syndrome.
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The Grown & Flown community is something I have been a part of for years. Mary Dell Harrington and Lisa Heffernan has done an incredible job of building this community and have published a book that needs to adorn the shelf of any parent of teens, or young adults. It is a handbook and reference guide that answers all those parenting questions that stop us in our tracks, or simply make us think, "Is anyone else having SAT and ACT prep anxiety like my kid?" or "Are any of you struggling with anxiety with your teen?"
In this episode we talk about:
5:07 How did Grown & Flown got started
9:00 The formation of the FB Group and community
14:30 Top topics for teens and young adults and how you bring in experts to discuss
17:40 The powerful stories of the community helping others
24:1 How do your kids view you since your book launch and the success of G & F
28:21 The importance of mentors along the way
32:16 What advice would you give your 30 year old self
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Part 2 of my conversation with Jenny Lisk
In Today's episode I have another conversation with the inspiring, Jenny Lisk. Jenny is the host of the podcast, the Widowed Parent, and this episode we talk about ways in which we can support those that have experienced loss and how to process grief. Jenny has an abundance of resources available on her website which is linked below.
She knew from that day her husband died, life would never be the same again.
Jenny is building a community for other people who have lost their spouse, and their kids are learning to begin again on their journey after the passing of a parent.
Here is a link to Jenny Lisk's Podcast: The Widowed Parent
Here is the link to Jenny's website that is full of resources to help you through this challenging time.
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Part 1 of my conversation.
Part 2 is Episode 45 - Episode drops Sunday, May24th.
In this episode I have a conversation with the inspiring, Jenny Lisk. Jenny is the host of the podcast, the Widowed Parent, and today she shares her story, in her own words, from the day her husband was diagnosed with cancer, to picking up the pieces as a mom and living and looking forward. She knew from that day her husband died, life would never be the same again.
Jenny is building a community for other people who have lost their spouse, and their kids are learning to begin again on their journey after the passing of a parent.
Here is a link to Jenny Lisk's Podcast: The Widowed Parent
Here is the link to Jenny's website that is full of resources to help you through this challenging time.
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In this episode, my usual role of interviewing is reversed and I am interviewed by Jill Angelo, CEO of Gennev. Every week they offer webinars that are geared towards women and health...the company is forward thinking and leading the charge around menopause for women. I got to share my journey of starting my podcast, and writing my book...and finding my confidence. The interview is entitled: Confidence, Creativity and Menopause
I was honored to be interviewed and share my story of taking on new challenges and putting fear aside six months before turning 50.
Thank you Jill Angelo, and Gennev. My hope is that my message inspires women everywhere to simply live and look forward. Just start or begin again......they are powerful words!
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In today's episode I have a conversation with two inspiring women, Nicki Swafford and Carrie Hewitt, that have not only been friends for decades, but now run a business together. They will share their journey from raising toddlers to teens, to empty nest. From health scares and challenges in relationships.
Be ready to be inspired and after the episode, text or phone a friend. The power of connection is so important. Find your tribe and hug them tight.
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In this episode I talk to the inspiring Alex Sanfilippo. Not only is Alex a successful podcast host and entrepreneur, but he values the importance of relationships and staying connected. In this very special Mother's Day episode, we hear in his own words, what it's like to look back at his relationship with his mom through the years, and how important it is to stay connected.
Many of us feel sad or anxious when our adult children leave for the next phase of their journey, but as you'll hear, it can be filled with many emotions, but most of all it is filled with excitement for new adventures.
The porch light will always be on.......
Alex Sanfilippo started his first business at the age of twelve; selling used golf balls. From there, he went on to real estate investing and a technology start up which he sold years later. For the past decade, Alex has been an executive in the aerospace industry. During his time in corporate America, he stayed active with his side hustles; which mainly consisted of conference speaking and business coaching.
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In today's episode Lynn Shockley, shares her personal journey through what seemed like a very happy marriage, raising two wonderful boys, and from the outside in it looked like everything was going well. Until the day after Christmas Day one year....when the unexpected happened. Lynn shares her story of resilience and being brave. She had a support network of friends and family that got her through those dark moments, and she challenged herself to begin again. Open your heart to her story. If any of you can relate to this story, or know someone that could benefit from leaning into Lynn for support or help with questions please send an email to the contact info below.
You can email Lynn Shockley: begunalready2020@gmail if you would like to connect.
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Getting our sexy back during the uncertainties of COVID and our new normal can be a challenge.
Are you feeling a little less sexy these days?
Are you finding it a challenge to connect with your spouse or partner these days?
Is your spouse / partner beginning to drive you a little crazy? The mere sound of his breathing sounds louder than usual, or he’s chewing too loud….you just want him to stop!
If so. You are not alone.
In this episode I chat with Psychotherapist, Niro & Ed Feliciano, a Psychotherapist, and a Surgeon. Relationships are tough to navigate in 'normal' times, but now combined with the stress and uncertainty of COVID19, it’s more challenging than ever.
In this episode:
- What to do when your husband is starting too many project he won’t finish.
- How to get the energy to get dressed and put on make up the I don’t feel sexy at all?
- My house is overflowing with people. We’re going to get caught? How can we find time to be intimate?
- We have too much stress to feel connected between losing a job and homeschooling kids. We can’t connect.
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In this episode I had the pleasure of interviewing Maye Musk, and after the interview, I took off my headphones, and sat back in my chair, and said, she is the GOAT. When you listen to this episode that drops Friday, you will find out why she wouldn’t mind that reference. In the utmost elegance, Maye shares her journey, conveying hard-earned wisdom on career, and simply put: the harder you work, the luckier you get. As for family: let the people you love go and do what they love. Health: there is not one magic pill. Adventure: Be ready for anything at any time. From the first story that Maye shares, you will be inspired to have the life you want at any age. And just as she writes in her book, all you have to do is make a plan.
Maye has run her own nutrition business for over 45 years in eight cities and three countries through speaking, consulting, counseling, writing and media work. She has reached the peak in her field in three countries: the first Representative of the Consulting Dietitians of Southern Africa; President of the Consulting Dietitians of Canada; and Chair of the Nutrition Entrepreneurs, Academy of Dietetics and Nutrition. She also won the Outstanding Nutrition Entrepreneur Award in the USA. She was the first dietitian to be featured on a cereal box with her book, Feel Fantastic. She has been modeling since the age of 15 and had 4 billboards in Times Square in her 60s, probably a record. Maye gives presentations as an entrepreneur, fashion icon and nutrition expert to numerous corporations, associations, hospitals and universities.
She is an Ambassador for two non-profits that fit into her two careers: Big Green, building vegetable and fruit gardens in under-served schools; and Dress for Success, a global not-for-profit organization that has helped more than one million women achieve economic independence by providing a network of support, a variety of personal and professional development programs and work attire.
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I'm sorry you are no longer needed in this position.
I'm sorry we are currently restructuring.
I'm sorry you job has been eliminated.
Those statements are something you may have heard, or experienced. In today's episode I talk with Lori Knudsen, Founder of Knowbility Consulting. She will share her personal journey, and strategies to get you feeling confident as you re-enter the work force, or are someone who has been wanting to submit a resume, but doesn't know where to start. We will discuss the power of networking and LinkedIn profiles.
Lori is a natural connector, accountable coach, mentor and problem solver, who enjoys making a difference and helping others find their purpose. She is a I am a certified YouMap® and WorkPlace Big Five Profile™ 4.0 coach.
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Today this special episode I have a conversation with Lexi and Lauren Oskam. Sisters that are both navigating the murky waters of COVID. Lexi is a senior in college at St. Lawrence University, and her sister, Lauren is a High School senior at Immaculate High School. They are living under one roof and figuring out how to take on the challenges and disappointments of celebrations postponed and job offers rescinded, and missing out on seeing friends and making memories.
As they tell their story in their own words, you can hear their disappointment, but also their hope and gratitude being able to be safe and at home.
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In this special episode, I have a conversation with Chris and Elizabeth Tillett. Chris was considered COVID Patient Zero, in Connecticut. They share their journey through their voice.
2:49 Chris talks about how he was feeling and the symptoms he was experiencing
7:23 When Chris was admitted to Danbury Hospital and classified as Patient Zero
11:22 In Chris's words what it means to be intubated and breathing with the help of a ventilator.
15:52 Elizabeth's voice - as she has to care for 5 month old twins, stay in isolation and getting updates from healthcare providers on her husband's healthy is daily
18:50 When Chris was taken off the ventilator and what he felt through his own words
25:03. The power of community during this journey
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In this episode I have a conversation with Julie Moran. From the Red Carpet at the Academy Awards, to the Grammy's to the world of Sports, Julie Moran is no stranger to the entertainment world. Meeting and interviewing people from all walks of life, she is an inspiration to many.
Julie's background includes:
- Graduated with a Journalism degree from the University of Georgia
- Won the title of America's Junior Miss
- First female anchor to join ABC's "Wide World of Sports"
- "Entertainment Tonight's" primary substitute anchor, weekend anchor, and senior correspondent Host for 7 years
- Creator, Producer and Host of "The Insiders List with Julie Moran" on fine Living Network
"I'm a firm believer that women can have it all... just not all at the same time! Julie has recently launched The Empower Midlife Podcast for women.
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Today's episode I share the story of Jordyn and Morgan Moder: An American couple living in Bangkok. Thailand is their home, and has been for almost two years. They will share their insight through their lens, as they navigated COVID-19, and the day to day as they watched the numbers begin to increase with the virus spreading throughout Asia. Jordyn and Morgan share their adventure as they traveled back to the US.
We can do hard things. We are all navigating this time of uncertainty in our own ways. We have our own stories to share, and no two stories are the same. I encourage you to click on the links to this episode to view Jordyn and Morgan's VLOG - and links to two of my favorites books to read at this time of uncertainty. It's a great read for teens and young adults...as we can all do hard things.
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A live episode with my 'family of 5' sitting around the table chatting about our new normal as we are all under one roof. After navigating two weeks of working from home, online classes for high school and college kids.....and all that comes with that.....I thought it would be interesting to have a talk about our days, our thoughts and how we will work to make an impact where we can.
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Let's talk about sex. It's important to open the dialogue on topics that at times seem 'taboo', but women at midlife share a common thread with this topic. This episode digs deep and answers the questions we want answered, but at times not comfortable asking. Dr. Alyssa Dweck is a thought leader in women's health, and shares her insight and knowledge as we navigate the top of mind topics of menopause, libido and women's sexual health.
ALYSSA DWECK, MS, MD, FACOG, is a practicing gynecologist in Westchester County, New York. She provides care to women of all ages; she has delivered thousands of babies. A graduate of Barnard College, she has a Masters Degree in Human Nutrition from Columbia University and her Medical Degree from Hahnemann University School of Medicine in Philadelphia, now named Drexel University. Dr. Dweck trained at Lankenau Hospital in Wynnewood, Pennsylvania, where she was Chief Resident in 1994.
Dr. Dweck practices in Mount Kisco, NY and admits to Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco, NY. She has been voted “Top Doctor” in New York Magazine and Westchester Magazine. She is proficient in minimally invasive surgery. She has a special interest and expertise in female sexual health and medical sex therapy. She is a consultant at Massachusetts General Hospital, Vincent’s Memorial Ob/Gyn Service.
Dr. Dweck is co-author of three books, including the newly released The Complete A to Z for Your V (Quarto Press 2017)
Dr Dweck has appeared on The Today Show and Good Day LA. She contributes regularly to multiple in print and online media outlets.
Dr Dweck enjoys time with her husband, two sons and “girly” English Bulldog. She is an avid runner and sports car enthusiast.
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In this special episode I have a conversation with the incredible and insightful, Dr. Robi Ludwig. Dr. Ludwig shares her knowledge and strategies to overcome our fear and anxiety, as we navigate the murky waters of COVID-19.
We discuss the following:
Strategies for college students and young adults feeling displaced and missing friends.
Young adults moving home - establishing a new normal. Some are losing jobs and applying for unemployment. Feeling as though they are giving up their independence as they move home.
Older people feeling isolated.
Overcoming the anxiety of contracting the disease.
Establishing structure while working from home with young children.
How to make time for self-care during times of disruption in normal routines.
Dr. Robi Ludwig is a nationally known psychotherapist and award-winning reporter. She has been appearing on broadcast media since 1997 and is sought after for her psychological insights on a wide range of topics. She is currently the Executive Producer and Host of a Facebook Live Show called Talking Live on Facebook Watch right in the heart of Times Square, where she interviews prominent and pro-social personalities of the day weekly.
She was the relationship contributor to Investigation Discovery Network’s Scorned, for 6 seasons, which presented reenactment and analysis of marital homicide stories. She also hosted two seasons of TLC’s reality show, “One Week to Save Your Marriage” as well as GSN’s reality game show,“Without Prejudice?”.
Dr. Ludwig is a regular on Nightline, CNN, Headline News and The Fox News Channel where she talks about psychological/lifestyle issues as well as the criminal mind. She also appears on national shows such as: Daily Mail TV, 20/20, The Tamron Hall Show, The View, Fox and Friends, Wendy Williams, Neil Cavuto helping audiences and guests alike to understand the complexities of the human condition.
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In today's episode, I have a conversation with the incredible, Joan Lunden. Joan has just published a new book that will make you feel as though she's sitting right next to you on the couch. She talks about the good, the not so good, and the downright funny parts of aging.
Joan is an award-winning journalist, bestselling author, motivational speaker, and women's health & wellness advocate, Joan Lunden has been a trusted voice in American homes for more than 30 years. For nearly two decades, Lunden greeted viewers each morning on Good Morning America bringing insight to the day’s top stories. As the longest running female host ever on early morning television, Lunden reported from 26 countries, covered 5 presidents, 5 Olympics, and kept Americans up to date on how to care for their homes, their families, and their health.
Joan is a breast cancer survivor, and has always been an advocate for women's health and wellness. And isn't afraid to talk about anything and everything. Joan's new book is called, "Why Did I Come Into This Room?" A candid conversation about aging. There is a link below to order a copy.
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These are common fears that women at midlife and beyond share: Can I do this? Am I good enough? Does anyone care what I have to say? The mission of my podcast is to share inspiring stories of women who have put fear aside and taken on the challenge of reinventing themselves or taking time to begin following a passion they've put on hold for awhile. Today my guest is Amanda Schaefer. The addiction problems of Amanda Schaefer's ex-husband left scars on her and her children, but as part of their healing they had to begin again. Today Amanda has gone on to publish two books, and started a publishing company with her son. This story exemplifies putting fear aside and being brave.
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In this episode, I have a conversation with the incredible Brooke Baldwin. Brooke Baldwin is a Peabody Award finalist who anchors the 2 - 4 p.m. edition of CNN Newsroom. She is also the creator and host of CNN's Digital series "American Woman" which focuses on the stories of trailblazing women who have broken barriers in their respective fields and are now helping other women do the same. Baldwin came to CNN in 2008.
In addition to holding down two hours in the studio, Baldwin is often sent into the field to the biggest breaking stories in the US and around the world. She played a key role in covering the historic 2016 Presidential election. She's also reported from Europe, Africa and the Middle East. In April 2016, Baldwin traveled to the Persian Gulf for an exclusive embed opportunity with the US Navy, reporting on the War on Terror. She traveled to Kenya ahead of President Obama's historic visit and landed an exclusive interview with his half-sister and grandmother in the Obama family ancestral village.
Brooke exudes confidence, and has a gift of allowing guests to feel comfortable and trusted, and therefore covers stories that touch the hearts, and speak to so many as they listen. Brooke has a unique ability of empowering women, and will continue to use that gift in her journey as a journalist, wife, daughter, friend. Now taking on her 40's - she will make an impact in whatever she encounters along her journey.
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Busy schedules make it difficult to find time to read a book. Your list of must reads is a mile long...so do moms have time to read books? A mom from Manhattan has become the toast of the book business due to the success of her podcast, "Moms don't have time to read books."
Zibby Owens is a wife and busy mom of four children under the age of 13, and has made it her mission to help other mothers find the time to read.
Zibby always has a book in her hand, whether waiting to pick up her kids at school or waiting for them to go to sleep at night. I have a conversation with Zibby, to find our what prompted her to start her podcast, and how she put her fears aside to take on the challenge.
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It's never to late to up your dating game. If you are recently divorced, widowed, or always been single, this episode arms you with strategies to boost your confidence and begin again in the dating world. Sandy Weiner is my guest today, and she gives you dating advice and life advice for women over 40 and beyond, to create your next amazing love story in mid-life.
Sandy helps women uncover their highest potential and unleash the leader within. She's the CEO of Last First Date and The Woman of Value. She's an internationally known TEDx speaker, dating and relationship coach, and author. She hosts two podcasts, Last First Date Radio and The Woman of Value Podcast. She believes a 'woman of value' gets the respect and rewards she deserves in life and love.
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Kimberley Locke won the hearts of many with her incredible talent on Season 2 of American Idol. My conversation with Kimberley is like chatting with a friend you've known forever. She's warm, she's gracious and allows her joy to radiate in everything she does. Kimberley launched a new talk show this season, Doctor and the Diva, and is finding her stride sharing her passion of music, coaching those around her to be their best, and following her dreams. Kimberley is also Founder and CEO of I AM Entertainment
When Kimberley isn’t helping other artists to make their dreams come true, she’s creating and performing her own music.
Auditioning for the 2003 series of TV talent show American Idol® was a life-changing decision for Kimberley. She successfully passed the audition and became a firm fan favorite, eventually placing as second runner up and setting her on a new career path in the music industry.
Kimberley signed to Curb Records immediately after her American Idol journey, where she became a very successful recording artist and released three full-length albums with the label. Among her many achievements she’s had eight Top 20 Adult Contemporary hits and four #1 Dance hits across various Billboard charts. Her #1 club hit, a remake of the Freda Payne classic “Band of Gold,” was included on Billboard’s “Top 50 Dance Songs of the Decade” list. She’s also made history as being the only recording artist to score a #1 Christmas song on the Billboard Adult Contemporary chart three years in a row.
In 2009, Kimberley parted ways with Curb Records and became the first artist to sign a deal with Randy Jackson’s record label, Dream Merchant 21 Entertainment. Two years later, she announced she was launching her own artist consulting company, I AM Entertainment, LLC. She released her first independent EP album, “Four for the Floor” through I AM Entertainment in July 2011, followed by a cover of “Silver Bells” four months later, and “Finally Free” the following year.
Most recently she was seen at the 2016 finale of American Idol, which was watched by around 13 million viewers. At the finale she sang her hugely successful 2004 single “8th World Wonder,” along with additional solo and group performances with other American Idol favorites.
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Is your family ready? As we are coming off of the holidays, and you may have spent time with your parents, or siblings and have the the slightest feeling that you should start preparing for the future of aging, this podcast episode will help answer some of the questions. We have a tendency to avoid things that make us uncomfortable, but with 10,000 people turning 65 every day, it’s not a matter of it this is going to affect you, it’s a matter of when. Kelli Bradley, is an expert on caregiving, and has both lived the journey personally while caring for her parents, but she will also share her knowledge and insight and empower you to take on this challenge with grace. You’ll find yourself prepared to for the future, and ready to ask the tough questions.
Kelli is a native Oregonian who has dedicated the last twenty years of her life both personally and professionally to senior care. Kelli's mom was diagnosed with diabetes many years ago, and she suffered multiple complications ranging from blindness to kidney failure. It was during that time Kelli realized they were not the only family struggling to find solutions for care. That realization led her to create and run one of the leading in-home care companies. Over the next decade, Kelli served hundreds of families, helping them to navigate the ins and outs of caring for an aging family member.
But Kelli knew something was still missing. Kelli knew there was more to helping families than just in-home care. The Devoted Daughter was soon born — a comprehensive resource for family caregivers. Kelli serves her clients through workshops, speaking events, and digital courses. She also published her first book titled, "Always Her Daughter." The book is part memoir and part caregiver manual.
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What happens when you get three women in the same room, that love to talk and there's a microphone close by. A spontaneous podcast episode. Bev and Lora were interviewing me and learning about the Fearlessly Facing Fifty Podcast when we thought, let's do this thing. Lora and Bev have bene good friends for years, and they decided to take their talents and their passions and start a business that supports all things local, and small business. It's the "tripadvisor" of Connecticut. You will hear how their idea to create something special, turned into their reality, and they're having fun navigating their business and life together.
Follow the link to Unlocking Connecticut to learn more about Bev and Lora.
https://www.unlockingconnecticut.com/category/fun/at-home-with/
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Anita became an internet sensation when her YouTube video of her singing everything a mother says to her children in a single day to the tune of “The William Tell Overture” in just two minutes and fifty-five seconds was viewed by millions.
Renfroe was featured on morning and late night entertainment and news programs and resulted in her becoming a comedy contributor for GMA.
When I started my podcast, Anita Renfroe was on my bucket list of guests I would love to have on the show, because I saw her perform in 2008 and still reference parts of her routine (and we talk about it on the episode) And I couldn't believe it when I spoke to her assistant and we made it happen.
She is brave, she is funny, and everything she says is what women think in their heads, but don't say out loud.
We talk about how she got her start in comedy, and her first performance, because people kept telling her she was funny....and she thought,...."well maybe I am funny". We talk about the challenges she faced as a female...and is she a Christian who is a comedian, or a Christian comedian....being married to a Pastor....and can a Pastor's wife really be funny....is that okay?
Here's a link to Anita's Website
https://www.anitarenfroe.com/about/
Here's a link to Menopause Miracle (once a day takes the hot flashes away)
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What do you want to be when you grow up? How many times were you asked that question? Of course, my answers were everything from a marine biologist, to a dermatologist, to a talk show host. There isn't a yellow brick road leading us down a specific path, sometimes we decide to make a pivot. By definition a pivot is an intentional, step-by-step process that enables you to leave your current job, team, company, or industry and land in a more satisfying place with a promising future.
That's just what my guest, Sally Purcell did at 50. Having a long time career between Corporate American and Education, she discovered something special. As she was caring for her aging dad, and his declining health, she found her passion for caregiving. After leaving her Corporate job, Sally started her career in special education in 2006. As a teaching assistant, she worked with students with varying disabilities such as the medically fragile, ADHD, Down syndrome, behavioral disorders and Autism/Asperger syndrome. Her choice to move from the corporate world to education soon became her passion. For 13 years she integrated her work life with her personal life, spending time outside the school day to support her students in their activities. In 2019, dissatisfied with the educational environment, Sally left her job to go back to school to earn her Certified Nursing Assistant license and start a new chapter in her life. She now practices at an Assisted Living Home and is finding an outlet for her care giving passion.
This story is inspiring and empowering for women who get stopped in their tracks thinking it's too late, or they're too old to pursue a passion. I look forward to hearing your stories that may include a pivot. Remember, "we haven't peaked yet, we are just getting started."
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Think about this for a moment. How would you react if your mom comes to you for online dating advice? More divorced and widowed baby boomers are using online dating sites, and today's episode digs into those conversations, when the roles are reversed and it's your mom or dad who is heading out into the dating world. What to do...and what not to do. My conversation with Kristen Jensen is insightful, and it will make you think about this in a whole different way. Kristen is a Lifestyle Photographer, who has traveled the world as a model. She's always been in front of the camera - but she talks about what is was like when that shifted, and she was behind the camera. She talks openly and honestly about navigating the online dating world with her 79-year-old mom, and shares her experiences with online dating by helping her mom with her online profile, and making sure that she is armed with the tools to take on this challenge with confidence.
Kristen Jensen owner of Kristen Jensen Productions, LLC. Is a lifestyle content
creator, videographer, photographer and former ambassador for Panasonic
LUMIX cameras, who brings an enlightened and gracious style to her
advertising magazine, portrait, video and keynote speaking presentations. She specializes in portraits of celebrities, artists and business professionals, and has photographed
Chazz Palminteri, Demi Moore, Arianna Huffington, Joseph Abboud, Mary
Travers, Harvey Fierstein, Michael Bolton, Harry Connick Jr., Vanessa
Williams, Ira Joe Fisher as well hundred’s of CEOs and Entrepreneurs.
Here is Kristen's link - she works all over the country with clients and would love to meet you.
https://kristenjensen.com/
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Link to Pinklotus - Menopause Miracle (daily vitamin)
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Women have more money and more power than ever before. So let's dig into how we can begin a New Year being more financially savvy. How do we begin to think about investing? How can I save more money? When should I start having conversations about money with my kids, or my aging parents? These are the topics we are talking about in the episode today. Jean Chatzky, Today Show financial expert and NY Times bestselling author, is my guest, and she will inspire you to think about your finances through a different lens. Jean launched HerMoney Media and HerMoney.com in 2018 to provide women with information about money they can actually trust. Jean is an award winning journalist, and is the financial expert on NBC's Today. She's appeared on the Oprah Winfrey Show, MSNBC, CNN, The View, The Talk and many others. She is the best selling author of eleven books, and is an 'in demand' motivational speaker. Link to Jean's website are below. Along with a link to her latest book, Women with Money. I've also linked my favorite planner, from Erin Condren. A planner I've used for years and just have to share it. What better way to jump start the year than being organized.
https://www.hermoney.com/
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Link to Erin Condren Planners
https://www.erincondren.com/
When you chart your course, do you feel like there's a map guiding you along the journey? You head to school, get married, have children, find your career and stay the course. Well as we all know, life doesn't always unravel as you thought it would. You are heading one direction, and might get caught on a one way road for a bit, but then you recalculate and begin again. You chart a new course, that involves uncertainty, and worry. You feel anxious and not quite sure how you'll navigate these unchartered waters. Today, my guest is Niro Feliciano. Niro Feliciano, LCSW is a wife, mom of 4, and a cognitive psychotherapist. She is the co-founder of Integrative Mental Health and Wellness Group in Wilton, CT where she has a private practice. Niro speaks and writes about women, relationships, parenting and anxiety. Niro has written for Today’s Parenting, Her View From Home and Love What Matters and has appeared on Fox61, Pix11 NYC and Cheddar News. We will break down the questions you may have around therapy and how it can add value in your life. We will talk to Niro about her path, and how it shifted in a way she wasn't expecting. We will discuss the role of her strong faith in guiding her journey, and we dig deep into the expectations that weigh us down as women in today's crazy world.
You can reach out to Niro directly here:
https://nirofeliciano.com/about/
We've all been there....you sit in the back of a PTA meeting and the next thing you know, you're now large and in charge of the committee.....What just happened? Today, I have a conversation with best selling author, Laurie Gelman, about her new Class Mom sequel, "You've been volunteered." Laurie talks about her 'Act 3' and how at 52 she wrote her first book. She shares some great insight about being married for 19 years to Michael Gelman, Executive Producer of Live! with Kelly and Ryan, as they adjust to life with their oldest daughter leaving the nest.....It's all about living forward. Challenge yourself in new ways and step outside of your comfort zone in 2020. Take charge of the new year!
Here is a link to Laurie's latest book at Amazon: You've been volunteered. Highlight and paste this link and it takes you right to Amazon.
https://amzn.to/2ZJUUwp
For Laurie's Book: Class Mom. Highlight and paste this link in your search bar and it takes you right to Amazon.
https://amzn.to/35cjgA0
For a two book bundle: Highlight and paste this link and it takes you right to Amazon.
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Today's episode is an inspiring journey of a woman who has lived in three different countries, while raising her family. She has always made time to center herself through yoga and discovered this passion and share it with others. She is living her best life at 53, and continues to challenge herself and inspire others. She looks at life after 50 as a new beginning, with more freedom to find yourself and discover joy.
Susan Barber ERYT began her yoga journey 23 years ago when she fell in love with classical Ashtanga yoga studying with her first and primary teacher Beryl Bender Birch. She spent 5 years training to become a teacher of yoga, traveling to India to immerse herself in the culture of the ancient tradition and spending time at Swami Satchidananda’s Ashram. Susan taught internationally for 18 years in Singapore, Bahrain and Europe, including several years in Germany working with Wounded Warriors and those healing from trauma. After spending 3 years teaching full time in the NYC area, Susan has returned to her home state of Virginia where she will continue to offer group classes, private sessions and workshops.
Here is a link to Susan: https://susanbarberyoga.com/
ADHD/ ADD, we have all heard the terms, but being diagnosed after 40.....is this possible? It is possible and in this episode I talk with Diann Wingert, a life strategist and mentor for women who identify with ADHD/ADD. Diann has had a very interesting journey. Her current work serves women with ADHD, she did her master’s thesis on ADHD, and yet, she didn’t recognize herself being ADHD until she was well into her 50s. Diann will share her inspiring journey, her unique brain wiring, and using her ADHD as her superpower.
Diann is now on a mission to help women, especially those at midlife and beyond, to achieve their true potential.
Here is a link to Diann Wingert
https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/about
Investment in travel is an investment in yourself. In today's episode we are talking all things travel. It's so easy to put travel on the 'would a, could a, should a list', isn't it? Sometimes we tend to dream of getting away and between the mere thought, the logistics and planning, it gets caught up in the maze and doesn't happen. Today's conversation is with Peggy Honore, a travel expert for land and sea. Where are the hottest destinations? Do I need a travel agent and how do they help navigate the process? How do I get a passport? And how about packing? A wise man once told me, "you will run out of money, before you run out of places to go." So my advice is phone a friend, grab your spouse or partner and book that trip. Make it happen...because we all know it won't happen by luck.
If you're ready to start planning a special getaway. Here are Peggy's details to custom tailor an adventure just for you.
Peggy Honore
www.vacationsbypeggy.com
It you've ever wondered what it would be like to perform under the lights on a Broadway Stage, this is the episode for you. What does it feel like when the the curtain opens, and it's time. In Today's episode I have a conversation with the incredible and inspiring, Katie Diamond. Katie has written, produced, and starred in numerous musical and cabaret shows in her 20-year career, most notably as Lorraine in Jersey Boys on Broadway. Raised in Seattle, Diamond attended the New England Conservatory of Music, eventually making her way to New York City.
As we begin our journey in life after 40, 50 and beyond it's easy to allow our fears to set in and put our dreams on hold. As you hear Katie's story, she continues to use her gifts in musical theater to leave an imprint on the community, and share her passion with others. It's never too late and you're never too old. I encourage you to make your way an hour north of NYC when you travel this way, and check out ACT, A Contemporary Theater of Connecticut, where Katie is the the Co-Founder and Executive Producer. If you've ever wanted to take voice lessons, join a choir, or help with set design keep following your dreams, push their fears aside and kick the age stigma to the curb.
https://www.actofct.org/
In this episode I have a heartfelt and honest discussion with Vickie Night. I have followed her journey since the unexpected happened. During this holiday season please have it on your heart to open your circle to those that may need a little special care this time of year. It's easy to become I-centric and focused on our own to do lists and forget about those who may be struggling this time of year. I encourage you to open your heart and listen to this inspiring story from the voice of a mom who strives to do her very best every day. And if any of this message resonates with you, I have attached the website for you to follow John Michael's story.
On December 14, 2015, John Michael Night left for school as usual not knowing that within the hour his life would be forever changed. Just a few weeks prior he had just signed his National Letter of Intent to play D1 lacrosse for Mercer University. But at the age of 17, John Michael suffered a massive brainstem stroke that left him locked-in.
This condition known as Locked-In Syndrome (LIS), leaves its victims fully aware and cognizant, but unable to move or communicate. He was only able to move his eyes up and down for the first month. Thanks to the generosity of our friends and community, he has, through much intensive therapy, regained movement, had the feeding tube removed, drinks from a straw and his speech is slowly returning.
Here is a link to: https://www.fearlesslyfacingfifty.com/ where you can find the story and transcripts to the episode.
Here is the link to: https://www.jmstrong24.com/the-jm-story to follow the story and pre-order their book, John 3:16, releasing in December.
Healthy is an outfit that look different on everybody. Let's be honest eating healthy is a challenge for everyone. Now let's talk dig deep into eating at midlife and beyond. We all know things change. We are needed in a different way, things shift - and I'm just not talking about our roles....I'm talking about our bodies. This episode I have a conversation with Nutritionist, Kayley George. She shares her insight and knowledge about all the questions we face at this age. What happens to our metabolism? Should we be taking a multivitamin? What foods increase inflammation? What about the importance of gut health? And we are going there, ladies....why do we feel bloated and why are we constipated when we go on vacation? This is an episode for anyone wanting answers to those questions we all have about our diet after 40. This is not about fad diets, and quick fixes. It's about sharing advice and knowledge, and inspiring you to get on track. The bad choices we have made in our 20's and 30's can show up in our 50's....so let's start having conversations about ditching our fad diets, take back control, and feel confident living forward.
Reach out to Kayley:
https://kayleygeorgerd.com/
What's in your closet? What's that outfit you put on and you feel like a rock star? Everyone has a go to, right? Or...are you like me, it's simply daunting to go into your closet. It's that time of year to break out the tweeds and wool sweaters, and pack up the florals. This episode is just what you need if you have fashion questions...what's the best neckline for me? Are turtlenecks really flattering on anyone? How many pairs of black leggings do you own? And let's get down to the business of SPANX. We are going there...and more. Image Consultant, Scarlett DeBease is with us to get us back on track and share her tips on how to feel confident and rock that outfit at 40, 50 and beyond. And she'll give us the tricks to sizing.
And...there's more. What's in your closet? What's your GOTO outfit that makes you feel ahhhmazing? I want to hear about it. All you need to do is send me a picture of you in the outfit...your age, your name...and of course why you feel like a rock star every time you wear this outfit. All participants will receive a special something from me and a shoutout on the podcast....and our panel of experts will choose a winner to be featured on the podcast - and receive a gift certificate to one of my favorite boutiques....(you can shop online) Details will be posted to the website 11/18/19
https://www.fearlesslyfacingfifty.com/
And if you want to get all the tips and tricks from Scarlett DeBease herself...here's a link to her website. She's the expert...and will get you feeling confident and ready to take on the world.
https://www.scarlettimage.com/about/
The things that make me different make me, me.
This interview will leave an imprint on your heart and / or inspire you to action. Maybe this story is similar to your own, or you can think of someone that has lived their life with autism. Think about navigating your life...being different. Being unique and not completely understood. Maybe you are a parent of a child, or have an adult child with autism and have experienced this journey. Maybe you have a friend or family member that has autism. I always talk about opening your circles...becoming horseshoes, and allowing yourself to step outside your comfort zone and put fear and uncertainty aside. As an adult, living with Asperger's, Alex Fischetti, has done just that, and does it everyday. Hear his voice, his inspiring story of challenge, some difficult moments, but in the middle of it all lies opportunity.
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Think about this for a minute. You've been in a career for over 20 years. You are well respected, and have a great reputation within the industry and you enjoy what you're doing. One day, you get the news that you are not needed in the role anymore. You are 50 years old. In this episode you will meet an inspiring, and enthusiastic woman, that had to chart a new course. Working her whole life, while raising her family, didn't allow her to make 'her time' a priority. It was at this time, when change was unexpected, allowed her to recalibrate and find out her true passion.
This episode will dig into:
What it's like to find out you are no longer needed in your role at 50 years old
Why it is so important to take time and make your time a priority when something unexpected happens and makes you change course.
What custom- tailored corporate wellness looks like and how Kristen forged ahead launching her company in her 50's.
Discussing why it's important to take the risk. If not now, when?
Kristin Markey: Founder
After spending 20+ years in corporate America, Kristin Markey; mother of three, wife, sales & marketing executive, yogi, outdoor enthusiast and overall health and fitness nut, decided she wanted to create and implement a corporate wellness program in which employees would want to participate.
Here is a link to the company
https://www.nesthealthconnections.com/
Do you want to write a book? Do you want to go back to school? Do you want to start a business? What are YOUR fears? Do you fear you can't do the things you used to do? Fear of the unknown. Fear of uncertainty. Procrastination and perfectionism...two words that are linked to fear. This episode will dig deep into what we fear at life 'in the middle' and beyond. What triggers our fear and how do we overcome it? We will figure out how to look fear in the eye, push it aside and forge ahead. Let's set out to overcome those things that stop us in our tracks. Let's not look back but live forward. Check out and subscribe https://www.fearlesslyfacingfifty.com/ for more podcast episodes and updates.
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Have you had a moment when you're searching for your glasses and they're on top of your head? Have you had a word on the tip of your tongue and you can't say it? Are your AC bills higher because you're always hot? Did you gain 5 lbs and you swear you haven't been eating donuts everyday? Did you know there are 70 million of us that are 45 and over? And guess what, that's the average age when menopause begins. We have tiptoed around this "M" words for years...calling it, 'The Change', 'A new season'. Let's call a spade, a spade. It's menopause, baby and we not only get better with age...but our beauty gets better with age, too.
This episode I chat with Rochelle Weitzner, Founder and CEO of Pause Well-Aging. You will hear from this amazing leader, how her personal story, along with her extensive knowledge in the industry, brought her to the realization that there is nothing in the market for women over 40. Menopause shouldn't be taboo or something you go through alone. Life doesn't stop at menopause. As a matter of fact, it's just beginning.
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Keeping up with technology is a challenge but we are tackling the good stuff. What do you do with all those photos on your phone? How do I keep track of all these passwords? Is there an app for that? Let's raise our glass (not glasses) and get off the sidelines...get in the game..and maybe learn a 'hack' or two. Technology expert - let me say, guru, John Sand is with us and sharing some tips to get us through the craziness of ever-changing technology and give us a couple of things we can pull out of our back pocket when we have visitors over the holidays. That 'aha' moment for all to witness. Ladies, we've got this!
John Sand is an all around expert and happy to help you with you technology issues. He can be reached at: john@ctcomputerassociates.com
Ask yourself this simple question? What is it I want to accomplish and how can I make it happen. Now move forward with no judgement. With no guilt. Make yourself a priority. Have you wanted to write a book? Have you wanted to learn how to sail? Have you wanted to learn your family history? Have you wanted to declutter your house? Have you want to connect with a friend that you miss in your life? This episode will get you thinking about all of that and more. But, it will also get you to take action on making it happen. It's your time.
It's not about looking back. It's about living forward.
How many times have you walked into a room and quickly scan it, hands sweating, heart racing as you look for a familiar face to sit next to? Are you a horseshoe or a circle? Don't answer and don't look at either one being better than the other. But this is about reaching outside your comfort zone. Not looking back but living forward. It will inspire you and make you say 'hi' to the person behind you in line at Starbucks.
Are you a women over 40 that is ready to go all in? Take on the challenge of Act 2? You know what...you haven't peaked yet...you're just getting started! Are you an empty nester and have adults kids or are you the oldest mom in the preschool pick up line? Are you dealing with aging parents or the loss of a parent? Are you experiencing all the emotional and physical changes that start with life after 45 and fearlessly facing fifty? Are you ready to stop looking back and start living forward? You'll want to listen...