Midlife Isn't A Crisis: Recent Episodes
Christie Adams
This podcast is yet another way to spread the word about how amazing midlife is, how kind, forward thinking individuals are not limited, or defined, by a number.
It’s for those of us who create, have ambitions and ideas and laugh in the face of age stereotypes and expected limitations.
Are you a mid-lifer who is ready to step up, step out and embarrass the heck out of your kids or grand-babies by being a little bit rebellious, and maybe more than a little bit unconventional?
Kind but kick a** at the same time?
You are EXACTLY who Christie is recording these podcasts for!
BUT if you’re constantly reminiscing about the ‘good old days’ it isn’t for you.
Remember… Midlife Isn’t A Crisis It’s our Time To Shine!
From wardrobes and diets to work routines and travel plans, now is the time to change it up.
- Make space
- Streamline
- Re-design
- Re-brand
FREE ebook: How To Live Your Best Life In Midlife and Beyond
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Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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The second book in my thriller Jezzabelle Jones Series is out now. How good would you feel if your book was published?
- Damaged, by Christie Adams - Book Blurb
- Hero’s Journey
- Character Bible
- Scrivener
- No More Excuses 28 Day Course
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By planning your escape or next steps it can manage the fear and create solid foundations.
FREE ebook: How To Live Your Best Life In Midlife and Beyond
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The season change is nature’s way of nudging you to take action.
Don’t allow doubt, boredom or anxiety hold you back. Take positive action.
Declutter
Set year end goals
Step up
Take action
FREE ebook: How To Live Your Best Life In Midlife and Beyond
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Identify the problem, and within 28 days you can reboot your life.
Create a new routine.
Get active.
In this episode I remind you not to spend or eat your way out of boredom, that just doubles up the problem.
FREE ebook: How To Live Your Best Life In Midlife and Beyond
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Don’t doubt, don’t think it’s too late, You can change things, you just need to start.
I've changed career paths, personal direction, so many times.
You can shift, don’t allow doubt to stop you.
Take some simple steps to start that journey.
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How much of what you do or think is affected by the actions of others?
Goals are good, not knowing when you have enough is not so good.
You will always be behind someone.
You will always be one step ahead.
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A whole year of episodes, who saw that coming?
The year has been challenging and surprising.
The best laid plans went out of the window but in came so many opportunities.
Find the out more about how my Midlife Motivator Programme can help you find your best life /work balance, and the show notes on:
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It’s essential to avoid burnout and maintain a healthy mindset.
Five Simple FREE Ways to nourish yourself and your creativity
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- Give yourself permission to say it’s finished
- Stop making excuses
- Think about why you strive for perfection, when it doesn’t exist
- Be proud of your achievements
- Let go and move on
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It's natures way of stopping your ego.
- Do you feel unworthy?
- Don’t worry it’s natural, just another part of your personality
- Accept it and work with it
- Think like a boss
- What other people do is none of your business Find the out more about how the The Midlife Motivator Programme can help you find your best life /work balance, and the show notes on:
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Stop trying to recapture the old you.
Instead of craving something that has gone, redefine yourself.
You are amazing, right now.
Decide on your current and future priorities, ethos and non-negotiables.
Find that new exciting midlife you.
Find the out more about how the The Midlife Motivator Programme can help you find your best life /work balance, and the show notes on:
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It's halfway through the year, so let’s revisit our goals for 2021.
- Find your list
- Make it ten goals
- Pick one
- Define actions
Take Action
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Why I do what I do.
- Who I help
- Get a mentor
- Journal / write
- Get a plan
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How It Can Help You Too.
- An example of an entrepreneur building a company from ground up
- A tool / business that adapts inline with changes in demand
- Create a Canva Post and tag me!
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Never forget your power, as one person. You can make a difference.
Reach out to someone.
Be kind.
Tell people good things
Be authentic.
Find the out more about how the The Midlife Motivator Programme can help you find your best life /work balance, and the show notes on:
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You will also find my Toolkit for writing or working at home, online and on purpose
You need to finish it anyway, and find your voice.
It’s just a book.
Leave you ego behind and write your story.
Learn by the process and move on.
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A 10 minute daily ritual to keep you motivated and energised.
We all have busy lives, overwhelm can be all encompassing.
By taking a breath, and doing these 3 simple checks each day, we can reclaim ourselves.
Find the out more about how the The Midlife Motivator Programme can help you find your best life /work balance, and the show notes on:
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You will also find my Toolkit for writing or working at home, online and on purpose
A glowing example for us all, a midlife woman living her best life.
Shona helps midlife women to break free from eternal dieting and supercharge their energy through her health optimising programmes:
amazinglyhealthylife.com
Oh, and she’s a bellydancer and yoga mentor too.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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Use a forced pivot point as a prompt to reboot.
Take a breath
Redefine
Re-evaluate
Revisit your WHY
Simple steps can shift your mindset
Find the out more about how the The Midlife Motivator Programme can help you find your best life /work balance, and the show notes on:
www.christieadamswriter.com
You will also find my Toolkit for writing or working at home, online and on purpose
And how I can help you.
Do you have goals? Don’t we all?
What action have you taken to achieve them?
Do you want to overcome your doubt and fear, but can’t seem to get past it?
I’m here to help, not just with real steps, but with accountability and motivation too.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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3 small actions to move your money blocks.
Shift your money mindset, now.
Take action today to make money, set goals and move forward towards those stretch targets.
This episode includes a book promotion for a member of our free Facebook Group.
Sign up in the group for the same opportunity.
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Author of ‘Don’t Poo in the Pudding Bowl: Anecdotes from 13,414 days of teaching’
Yorkshire based Maxine Blake shares memories of her time as a young black woman teaching in a predominantly white school. The challenges thrown up by 2020, decisions she has made in midlife and how her career has influenced her writing and her beloved singing.
Find out about Maxine and her great book here:
https://maxineblake.com/
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You can't change the past, so stop dwelling on it.
Learn from it and move on.
You’ll miss out on opportunity if you don’t see it coming.
Be an optimist and activist. #actiontaker
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Death is inevitable.
By having your list set, you may miss the goals you achieved along the way.
Enjoy the journey as well as the final destination.
Set realistic, achievable things you want to do, that light you up.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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This is an introduction to some of the content that will appear in my up and coming Book - Midlife Isn’t A Crisis
‘Have nothing in your house that you do not know is useful or believe to be beautiful’ - William Morris
Includes 5 tips to start your decluttering process
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As lockdown’s slowly release us into a new post-pandemic world, we may feel differently about the person we see in the mirror.
We may not want to look back, but move forward with a renewed energy and vigour for possibilities.
Have fun, embrace your true inner creative. Don’t be scared of being different.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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Image: Larisa Koshkina
Genuine online connection is helping us cope whilst we are stuck at home.
Don’t expect people to know who you are, where you are, what you need.
Reach out, find your people and interact, give value.
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International Women’s Day, Meghan v Kate, Murder and Media, Mother’s Day.
This week can been a chaos of information, myths and stereotypes.
Have things changed since the 19th Century?
Don’t allow fear to stop you taking action, no matter how small.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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Why has art been so important during lockdown?
It is personal, diverse, accessible, empowering, productive, and creative escapism.
There are no rules.
Go get creative!
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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AI - Artificial Intelligence is being built as we speak. It is based on voices it hears.
Are you ensuring your voice is part of the global data sets, and if not, start today.
It’s not too late to ensure you are heard.
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When you are constantly being told what you can and can’t do, it’s easy to feel lost and that you have no control over your life.
Simple online steps can truly help you feel like things are OK, and you have things in place as you like them.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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You can’t help others if you are burnt out.
In midlife we are so often defined by outside elements, like career of family role.
Don’t get lost, it’s not being selfish to take care of No1
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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The snobbery around old school ‘vanity publishing’ still exists, but independent publishing is a big deal.
Writers can now get their book out and make a good living.
There are also scams, so be aware, but why not give it a go?
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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Positive action is the only way to take back control.
Mindset shifts, attitude, optimism and the knowledge that you can move forward are all elements of coping with the enforced changes.
It can be hard to get through it, but you can make it much easier to cope with by taking actions you choose.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, and the show notes on:
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Manifesting, visualisation, goal setting can all work, but only if you do.
For those who need to be given a boot up the *** to get going, this episode pulls no punches.
In 2021 we will achieve great things, so to do that we need to step up and work.
Quotes, harsh truths and motivation are the focus this week.
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What are limiting beliefs?
Why do we have them?
How can we identify them?
What can we do to shift them, and to stop allowing limited beliefs to hold us back?
Includes the Weekly Book Recommendation
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Of course people still read books, and YES it boosts your wellbeing.
Escapist, educational, thought provoking, fun, scary, predictable, reassuring, challenging, diverse, classic, books are all things and different things to different people.
Whether it be an ebook, audio or lovely smelly hardback, books are beautiful and valuable, make time to enjoy them.
Find the out more about the book recommendation, 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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The new year is here, you can achieve your goals.
You just need to make sure you know what they are.
Setting intentions for the year ahead is fun, exciting and gives you directions, in all aspects of your life, work, creativity, personal growth and more.
Find the out more about the book recommendation, 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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This year has been tough, but it’s OK to be OK.
Be kind, be generous, be open to good news.
Don’t feel guilty is this year has been good for you.
Opportunities exist, if we look for them, or are open to seeing them.
Find the out more about the book recommendation, 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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They are beautiful, artistic, an investment and maybe a small act of rebellion.
You can have a tattoo for many different reasons, taking back power, and ownership of your body.
I give you just a few things to think about before you get inked.
Find the out more about the book recommendation, 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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By changing just a few words in your default vocabulary can positively shift your frame of mind.
Yes! No! Should? Could?
Allow yourself to be responsible for your own happiness, and acknowledge the impact of just a few small words.
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Too many of us are scared to discuss death in case it ‘tempts fate’
We need to move past that, write a will, get things in place to make life a tiny bit easier for those we leave behind.
By having a plan in place, it also frees us to enjoy life in the here and now.
Find the out more about the book recommendation, 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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I’ve always been surprised by the reaction of others when I say living alone isn’t a problem.
Don’t be scared of being alone, if you are being forced to live without others, or you choose to, you can make your own space a haven of creativity and happiness.
Find the out more about the book recommendation, 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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This conversation, recorded at the start of the lockdown, is sadly still relevant.
I talk you through Elisabeth Kubler Ross 5 stages of grief: denial, anger, bargaining, depression and acceptance and how I think they apply right now.
Awareness can help you manage your stress levels and be kinder to yourself and others.
Find the out more about the book recommendation, 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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Your morning, and evening routine can be a great place to start new habits and change your mindset and outlook.
I discuss quick tips on how to change things, easily and effectively.
Become more productive, content and relaxed.
Includes Weekly Book Recommendation
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You might be thinking about making money from your hobby, I go through the pros and cons of shifting gear and using your hobby to earn cash.
Let me know if you have been considering the shift, and what, if anything, is holding you back.
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This is NOT financial advice.
I want you to think about the mindset shift you can take to embrace a new way of earning your money.
If you have a passion, knowledge, creative skill, you can earn money selling products or exploiting that knowledge to help others.
Income v outlay, setting goals, taking action can ensure you have financial resilience.
Find the out more about 1-2-1 coaching, free resources and the show notes on:
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Constantly striving to tick vague tasks off your personal to do list can be demoralising.
By adopting SMART tactics, you’ll become more focussed, achieve more, and feel like you’re finally getting somewhere.
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I talk about implementing a new routine, instead of accepting the one that you feel is forced on you, you take control back and get your own balance by adapting it to your own routine.
You've obviously got to accept that some responsibilities, you just can't change.
You've got to pay the bills, keep the roof over your head. It's pointless fighting that, but we're going to look at restructuring your day and making a mindset shift as well.
Exclusive discount on coaching programme in this episode:
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Working from home means the temptation to quickly check your emails is more tempting than ever.
In this episode I detail 8 ways to make working from home that little bit healthier and sustainable.
The transcript and show notes are on my website:
https://www.christieadamswriter.com/podcast/
There may never be a better time to start putting pen to paper and starting on your writer’s journey.
Writing is a creative journey that many come to later in life.
You may have loved writing at school and just forgotten about it.
This episode includes a discount code for my 1-2-1 creativity coaching.
( It expires at the end of 2020! )
Do you keep coming back to an idea for a book but feel scared as you have no qualifications?
I’m on a mission to get people writing, find out more on my website:
www.christieadamswriter.com
Lockdowns, new challenges, pivots and multiple demands are putting different stresses on us all.
By implementing a batch working regime you can reduce your stress, increase the amount of stuff you get done, and as a result have more time to spend doing the things you love, with those you love.
Get more home working resources and the show notes on my website:
https://www.christieadamswriter.com/podcast/
Disclaimer / Reassurance:
I’m not a psychiatrist or psychologist.
If you are truly struggling, reach out to someone. The support is there!
Midlife has been a time of change since Dante identified it in the 14th Century!
Understanding why you may be feeling a little bored, confused or lost can help you manage your own mid life era.
There are simple steps to help you shift focus, start a new phase with positivity and optimism.
Find the useful links and resources on the website:
https://www.christieadamswriter.com/podcast/
Physical fitness is promoted much more often than mental wellbeing.
Let's change that up, and embrace these ideas for how you can use your brain, access free training and other online resources.
Use it or lose it!
All the links mentioned are included in the show notes on the website:
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After years of working to pay the bills, to support family, to keep a roof over our heads, it can be hard to separate ourselves from our job title.
Mid-lifers often find themselves frustrated due to lack of direction, feeling stuck, bored or even overwhelmed.
There are a few steps to dig yourself out of the rut, but first you need to identify where you are right now.
Map out your current situation.
Take the first step towards that ideal life/work balance.
Put down some firm foundations so the next steps are on solid ground.
Remove uncertainty and doubt by planning effectively.
Show notes on my website!
Reasons why using age as an excuse is setting us up to fail
Artificial Intelligence (AI) and keeping up on technological developments and why it's important.
Your brain needs exercise just like your body. Using your age as an excuse to stop learning, to stop contributing is a slippery slope to stagnation and irrelevance. Stay relevant, stay curious.
A whistle stop tour of the main media platforms, Pinterest, Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, Linkedin, Tik tok
What it's for
Who uses it
How they use it
Mid-lifer, over 50, with passion, optimism, ambition, kindness, creative hobbies and a love of life?
I'm here to prove that mid-lifers have a future they choose, no crisis, no drama.
This short intro sets the scene for the podcast, exciting times ahead.