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Age Slayers with Traci Lynn

42 episodes - English - Latest episode: 7 months ago -

This podcast is for people over 40. The guests on this show share their past personal struggles and how they overcame them to create a life they love. It is a show about resilience, strength, and determination to make the rest of your life the best of your life.
This is the Age Slayers Podcast! Where creating your best life never gets old.

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Episodes

Hacking Life After 50 with author Mark Barnes

September 17, 2023 17:00 - 39 minutes - 29.4 MB

Mark Barnes is a longtime educator, entrepreneur, and co-author of Hacking Life After 50: 10 Ways to Beat Father Time and Live a Long, Healthy, Joy-Filled Life. He is on a quest to live past 100 and bring anyone interested along for the ride. In this episode Mark shares insites regarding health, movement and how to create a momentum mindset. If you are someone who wants to learn how to live a long, healthy life from someone who is actively doing it - this podcast is for you!    https:/...

Sex Trafficking of a Suburban Mom

August 06, 2023 15:59 - 50 minutes - 35.7 MB

Michelle was married for many years and was a stay at home Mom for 2 children. In 2015, Michelle realized that her husband was addicted to drugs. In this time, she had experienced financial, emotional and sexual abuse from him, which turned into his sex trafficking her. Michelle spent many nights crying on the floor, until one night she saved her life, and ran for the door. Since then, she has been healing herself, with therapy and other techniques. She has become a strong Mom for her chi...

Learning to Live With the "New Normal" After Losing Our Daughter

June 17, 2023 21:24 - 34 minutes - 25.2 MB

When tragedy struck Kim's family right after Christmas in 1998, it was a loss so deep she believed she would not survive. She and her family witnessed the accident that took our daughter Nicole's earthly life. That event rocked the very foundation of their beliefs and their world. Kim had to find a way to grieve and still live life fully.  Feeling isolated and hopeless - she found hope and healing. Kim came to realize that grief and joy can co-exist.  She became determined to find purpose in...

For Singles: How to finally meet the masculine man you've been searching for.

April 22, 2023 22:27 - 55 minutes - 36.8 MB

  In this episode, Charlene Byars, relationship expert, and dating and love coach gives advice on how to finally meet the masculine man you've been searching for.  Charlene is a Certified empowerment coach through the S.W.A.T. Institute. Her specialty is helping single, successful career women attract devoted, masculine men to find their aligned partner, their best-friend lover.  She is the founder of the Relationship Revolution System and her new program, Level Up For Love.  This ep...

Thriving Through Fear: Fear gives you an opportunity to discover something different—to learn and to grow

March 19, 2023 20:13 - 45 minutes - 33.7 MB

Jacqueline Wales grew up in the School of Hard Knocks and witnessed first-hand many of the conditions that sabotage a person’s ability to succeed.   In hundreds of conversations with people over the years, she found a common thread: the fear of taking the next step. This motivated her to write and publish her 1st book - The Fearless Factor to help people who have struggled like she had. She followed that book up with - The Fearless Factor @ Work - to help skilled professionals let go of th...

The five rules that helped me survive prison that can be used in everyday life

March 11, 2023 19:58 - 47 minutes - 31.6 MB

Brent Cassity was an innovative CEO of Forever Enterprises a national company, which he grew from a regional company to operating in over 22 states. Brent was recognized by the national media; TIME, Fortune, Wall Street Journal, to name a few. HBO even did a documentary that spawned the TV series "Six Feet Under." Just when he thought he had it all he lost it all and found himself standing at the Gates of Leavenworth Prison to serve a 5 year sentence. In this episode, Brent shares his stor...

In this episode, Dana Frost, Master Life Coach, shines a light on how you can feel younger while growing older.

October 30, 2022 18:53 - 52 minutes - 35 MB

Prior to Dana's wellness journey, she experienced the perfect storm of aliments including a heart surgery, pacemaker, adrenal fatigue, pre-diabetes and menopause transition that led to her own health crisis at an early age. This inspired her to take back her own health through the functional nutrition lens, food and nature as medicine, the wisdom of her own body and the practice of Kaiut Yoga.    Dana is a body, mind and spirit alchemist who educates women towards putting themselves firs...

Loving and Being Loved - Deconstructing Beliefs

October 09, 2022 23:10 - 40 minutes - 28.7 MB

In this episode, Danielle explains what trauma is and how you can start to heal through self love and self compassion compassion. She explains the different between emotional health and mental health, as well as, the difference between PTSD and C-PTSD. Danille has had her own experience of healing childhood trauma and shares her story in this episode and in her memior "Emerging with Wings."  Danielle is an international, award-winning author, speaker, podcast host, and trauma-informed self...

Surviving Menopause

August 20, 2022 19:11 - 31 minutes - 21.5 MB

Elizabeth Ward is a Dietician and co author of the book The Menopause Diet Plan. She, along with her friend and co author of the book, Hilary, are helping midlife women manage their weight and health. Elizabeth and Hilary combined have 60 years of experience  helping women of all ages stay healthy in all stages of life.  If you are interested in learning how to manage your hormones, health and happiness through menopause and beyond -  this episode is for you!  https://www.facebook.com/...

Emotional Awakening Coach, Ana Jones, shares the importance of intentional communication.

July 23, 2022 20:20 - 50 minutes - 34.2 MB

Ana Jones has mastered the art of intentional and assertive communication. In this podcast she shares why it is important and how it can help transform your life.  https://liveinemotionalfreedom.com/ https://www.instagram.com/anacjones/

Why life transitions suck and how to de-suck them

June 23, 2022 21:43 - 39 minutes - 27.8 MB

Laura Desisto is a best selling author who shares her experience from feeling lost as an empty nestor to badass, middle-aged scuba diver who frequently dives with man-eating sharks – on purpose.  This is an inspiring transistion story that not even Laura - as a best selling author - could have imagined where it would lead.  She lays it out in this podcast and also in her book - Resurfacing: Sisterhood, Sharks and Storms. You can get a copy of her book here: https://www.amazon.com/Resu...

Optimization Coach - Kara Bitar Part 2.

April 17, 2022 21:06 - 53 minutes - 40.7 MB

The conversation continues with Optimization Coach - Kara Bitar from episode 30. In this episode Kara explains how her coaching program helps people with a deeper understanding of who they are and how they function. The clarity this program provides helps to take people out of fear, overwhelm, worry and limiting beliefs and into a place of clarity and certainty.  I explain the benefits that Kara's Manifesting Blueprint reading has had on my life and how it can help yours. Its a fascinating p...

Kara shares her journey from high stakes litigation lawyer to finding her true purpose.

March 21, 2022 10:00 - 1 hour - 45.5 MB

Kara knew from the time she was in 5th grade that she wanted to be a lawyer. And thats exactly what she did. After graduating from Duke University she practiced high-stakes corporate litigation at one of the largest law firms in the Southeast. She had money, success, and a beautiful home. She was living her dream life but there was one thing missing - Happiness.    After long consideration, Kara left it all behind to search for her purpose. The journey was filled with depression, uncertainty ...

Erin shares her journey from high end modeling to Life Coach

March 10, 2022 20:51 - 42 minutes - 30 MB

As a model in NYC in her early twenties Erin got caught up in the party/nightlife scene, and began abusing drugs and alcohol. Because of her Native American background and genetics it was easy for her to fall into this lifestyle. Later she married a man who mentally and emotionally abused her before and stripped her off all her confidence.    Erin left the marriage and began focusing on living a life of sobriety. Since then she felt called to teach women how to reclaim their own inner matria...

Certified Nutrition Coach - Brooke Simonson shares her best tips on sustaining weight loss.

February 26, 2022 21:37 - 55 minutes - 40.1 MB

Unlike one-size-fits-all diets/apps/programs that only provide short-term results, Brooke share how to master the *skill* of weight loss/maintenance so you can finally: —Lose 5-50 pounds permanently —Determine which meals, snacks ‘n habits work best for you —Feel completely in control around ALL foods —Ditch diets, juice cleanses, and meal replacement shakes for good —Start showing up as the trimmest, healthiest, most energized, most confident versions of yourself.  After this great i...

Ann Hince shares her story of how to released her childhood trauma

January 28, 2022 10:35 - 37 minutes - 25.7 MB

Ann Hince is the author of Pathway to Insight. In this book and in this podcast episode Ann shares her story of childhood trauma of finding her mother dead on the bathroom floor and the unique technique she learned to set herself free from the emotion of that event.  This is a fascinating interview where you will learn how the subconscious mind can release tension stored deep in my body simply by using the power of my awareness. https://www.facebook.com/ann.hince https://www.youtube.co...

Robert Riopel, Best Selling Author, shares his experience of being in debt to financially free.

January 09, 2022 20:48 - 1 hour - 46 MB

Author of the international best selling book "Success Left A Clue", app designer and serial entrepreneur, Robert Riopel shares his life experience to help encourage others to find the same success he has created for himself.  After going from $150,000 in debt and stressed to completely Financial Free by the age of 32, Robert discovered his passion of training others. Roberts goal is to assist other in finding financial freedom.  This podcast is educational, inciteful and full of great c...

Live Coaching Call with client Lori as she struggles to make a life decision

January 09, 2022 19:47 - 38 minutes - 27.2 MB

In this episode, I have a live coaching call with Lori as she struggles to make a life decision.  Lori has a fear of failure, lack of confidence and feels unsupported by her parents in her pursuit to follow her purpose.  She is in conflict between her lifes desire and making other people happy. Listen as Lori learns how to lean on herself for the certainty she desires, as opposed to, gaining the approval and certainty from others. 

Linda Bjork shares her personal journey to healing after a 5 year battle with depression.

September 06, 2021 20:12 - 47 minutes - 33.4 MB

Linda Bjork is a best selling author, speaker, blogger, podcast host and the found and executive director of Hope for Healing - a non profit charity which has helped thousands of people increase happiness, manage stress, build confidence and overcome depression and anxiety.  Linda's story is one of pain and suffering that leads to strength and resilience as she shares tragic events that have happened in her life. Her advice is invaluable for anyone who is suffering from depression or anxie...

Liesl shares her journey through crisis and how she created a life she desires.

August 25, 2021 13:25 - 45 minutes - 31.8 MB

Liesl Hays is the author of the book: Broken, Changed and Rearranged. She is also an entrepreneur, and Human Resources Consultant. On the outside she had it all together but on the inside she felt differently. In 2016, Liesl was broken. Her marriage was barely surviving, she was working sixty hours a week at her corporate job, and she was usually the last mom to pick her kids up from daycare. She was in crisis. In a brave effort to change her life, she left a decade-long career in human re...

Chad Austin - Best Selling Author of Make Fitness A Priority shares his best tips for overcoming your excuses

August 14, 2021 20:38 - 44 minutes - 35 MB

Chad Austin has been a leader in the fitness industry since 2003. He is the owner of Priority Fitness in Overland Park, KS, and is also the best selling and award winning author of the book series, “Make Fitness A Priority.”  Chad is in the business of helping busy professionals elevate their life by figuring out how fitness best fits in their busy schedule. Learn how to make fitness a priority, how to win over your own excuses and how to gain motivation to get started.  Beatyourexcuse...

Diane Randall talks about the importance of grieving, how to overcome trauma and finding your purpose.

August 01, 2021 17:59 - 51 minutes - 34.7 MB

Diane Randall is the author of Jumpstart Your Life, a speaker, Certified Life Coach, A Guided Mindful Change Coach with a masters degree is Spiritual Psychology.  When Diane was a young girl her sister was tragically killed. She didn't realize until she was older how that trauma was responsible for her stress and how it threatened her well being. At that point she started on a journey of self improvement focusing on her psychology and health. Now Diane helps others how do the same.   Dia...

Angie Co-Owner of Farrells Extreme Fitness shares her fitness journey.

July 25, 2021 18:53 - 57 minutes - 38.1 MB

In this episode, Angie Fuller - shares how she transitioned from a long career working in a hospital to fitness instructor, health coach and co owner of Farrells Extreme Fitness Body Shaping.  Angie shares advice for anyone over 40 who wants to make fitness and health a priority but is hesitant to start due to fears of failure or limiting beliefs of their ability to do it.  This podcast will give you motivation and tips on how to take that next step to make the rest of your list - the be...

Toxic Positivity

July 11, 2021 19:37 - 22 minutes - 15.7 MB

Have you ever consider how feeling frustrated, angry, sadness or disappointment could be beneficial to you? We often consider these emotions disempowering. However, they are only disempowering if you stay in these states for a long period of time.   Toxic Positivity is the belief that you or others “should” maintain a positive mindset no matter what the situation is. This can be bad for your emotional health. Find out how to avoid it in this podcast. 

How to manage Imposter Syndrome

June 23, 2021 21:48 - 28 minutes - 19.6 MB

In this episode, Traci with Traci Lynn Life Coaching defines imposter syndrome, why people have it and how they can manage it.  70% of people have imposter syndrome which diminishes confidence and instills self doubt. The tools in this podcast will help you successfully move forward in your business, career or goals in spite of the negative emotions associated with imposter syndrome.     

Fixed - Growth and Stagnant Mindets

June 15, 2021 00:45 - 33 minutes - 21.2 MB

In this episode, Traci explains the difference between the Fixed and Growth mindset and introduces you to the Stagnant mindset.  Which one are you? How do you grow from a stagnant mindset? How do growth-minded people stop judging fixed-minded people?  How do you take action when you feel stuck in the mud? How do stagnant or growth-minded people overcome imposter syndrome? All of your questions are answered in this podcast.  Enjoy!

Michelle talks about her new book – Holy Bleep! That was NOT a Coincidence!

April 05, 2021 00:59 - 1 hour - 46.8 MB

Michelle is a mom, wife, devoted daughter and author of Holy Bleep! That was NOT a Coincidence - Learn to take your beliefs out of the box and see the magic in everyday life.    This is a "How to" book about Michelle's journey of losing her father and how that experience shaped her view of what God means to her. Through this new view, she stepped into a place of positivity, joy, laughter and gratitude like she's never felt before. Michelle teaches how you can be closer to God through diffe...

Jessica Garcia, a divorce financial planner and divorce coach, is helping woman find their strength during a divorce

February 27, 2021 18:42 - 47 minutes - 34.4 MB

Jessica Garcia is a divorce financial planner and divorce coach who helps women reduce the overwhelm of going through a divorce.  Having gone through her own struggles Jessica is now helping others navigate through the process and shares how you can gain your power in a situation where you have no idea where to start.  https://brainstormingwomen.com/

Lisa shares her story of how she overcame two abusive relationships that included mental/emotional domestic violence, alcohol addiction, and sex addiction .

February 14, 2021 18:18 - 1 hour - 53.3 MB

Lisa shares her story of growing up with an addicted father and a mother who suffered mental and emotional issues including codependency. After leaving home for college, she found herself in her own unfulfilling and hurtful romantic relationships that included verbal abuse, unfaithfulness, mental/emotional domestic violence, alcohol addiction, and sex addiction.  Lisa offers great advice for women who may be struggling with overcoming their own abusive relationships.   Lisa is a Life C...

Heidi Herman shares her new book On With The Butter - Spreading more living onto everday!

February 07, 2021 19:29 - 41 minutes - 29.3 MB

Heidi Herman is a 7-time author who is introducing her latest book "On With The Butter! Spread More Living onto Everyday." A book inspired by her mother.  In this book Heidi shares how you can make the most of your life. Although it is written for people after retirement it will inspire anyone to keep moving, keep doing and keep living at any age. 

Otilia is author and holisic health coach that explains plant based eating for beginners

January 24, 2021 22:01 - 54 minutes - 39.5 MB

Do you want more energy in your life? Do you want to reverse the signs of aging? Do you want to feel in your 50's like you did you your 20's? This is a podcast you must listen to! Otilia - a holistic plant-based health coach, Results Coach with Robbin's Research International, and author of The Universal Principals of Health, explains how to make simple changes to your diet that will give massive results as we grow older.  https://www.otiliakiss.com/ (8) Otilia Kiss | Facebook Otilia...

Joyce Oaks from Ameriprise Financial talks us through saving for retirement.

January 10, 2021 19:21 - 42 minutes - 29.2 MB

In this episode, Joyce Oak - a financial wealth advisor and franchise owner of Ameriprise Financial - shares why it is never to late to start saving for retirement, how to avoid common money pitfalls and what to look for when searching for the right financial advisor.     

Deb shares the psychological challenges she encountered with losing 125lbs.

December 27, 2020 21:53 - 37 minutes - 26.1 MB

Deb - age 47 - had been addicted to sugar for most of her life. As she got older she understood the importance of reducing weight and eating healthy. With the help of the Keto diet Deb lost 125lbs but gained depression and anxiety. Deb explains the psychological challenges she endured during her weight loss journey.  

Marina, divorced mother of 4 and breast cancer survivor, shares her inspirational story.

December 12, 2020 23:23 - 37 minutes - 25.1 MB

Marina shares an inspiring story of how she found the strength to raise 4 kids as she was battling breast cancer, going through chemo treatments, and going through a divorce all at the same time.  Marina shares advice for picking yourself up, moving forward, and conquering your fears.         

Trinittie shares her story of how she overcame years of bullying, abuse, childhood trauma.

December 12, 2020 22:52 - 51 minutes - 35.4 MB

Trinittie tells her story of how she endured years of emotional trauma including being bullied and sexually abused for most of her childhood. In her adult years, her low self-esteem and feelings of unworthiness lead her into one bad relationship after another.  Her life has been full of continued trauma including the kidnapping of her son by his biological father. Through years of therapy, Trinittie has been able to love herself and recognize her worth which has lead her into a loving rela...

Laurie shares her struggles with anorexia, divorce, anxiety and depression and how she finally found happiness at 54 years old.

November 28, 2020 21:24 - 46 minutes - 33.4 MB

Laurie is no stranger to overcoming challenges. It started as a child when her parents' divorce and continued into a battle with anorexia, two failed marriages, health issues, the stress of closing her business, and the brutal assault her son experienced while in college.  Laurie has an amazing story of strength and resilience as she navigated through each experience to eventually create a life that she loves. She is an educator, Holistic Practitioner, Life Coach, and Family Support Worker...

Carissa went from assaulted and abused to Life Coach and business owner!

October 12, 2020 23:05 - 55 minutes - 40.3 MB

Carissa was fighting anxiety, depression, and unhappiness. She always thought if she got to the next level she would be happy. She was constantly overthinking everything and had no clarity about who she was or what she wanted in life. She lost herself in other people's needs and expectations. This drove her need for perfection, low self-esteem, and eventually hit rock bottom. Hear how she turned it all around and is now helping others do that same. 

Rebecca shares her story of being a young single mother while in an abusive relationship.

September 20, 2020 18:51 - 56 minutes - 40.1 MB

In this episode, Rebecca shares her story of how she overcame an abusive relationship, endured a grueling custody battle, and became a single mother raising a boy into a man on her own.  Although Rebecca has a full-time job she finds time to do what she loves. Her passion is her travel business where she helps her clients plan incredible vacations. She specializes in Disney Destinations, but has expanded to cruise lines, all-inclusive resorts, and just about anywhere you want to go!  Reb...

Lisa shares her journey through the creation of the popular Hair Biz salon, as well as, her struggles with anxiety, parenting, and the death of her niece

August 08, 2020 14:58 - 53 minutes - 37.1 MB

In this episode, you will hear Lisa’s story of how her world was turned upside down by the suicide of her beloved Niece, Kayla, and how she turned that tragedy into an amazing cause dedicated to honoring her niece. Lisa also describes her battles with anxiety and how she went from hairstylist to owner of the popular salon, Hair Biz, as well as, dating after 40, raising a teenage boy and co-parenting. Her story will inspire you to create the life you desire despite fear, anxiety, and traged...

Wendy shares her story of finding her own identity and living life on her terms at 48 years old

August 08, 2020 14:50 - 50 minutes - 34 MB

In this episode, Wendy, a divorced mother of 2, shares how she was impacted by her strict upbringing. At 48 years old Wendy started exploring what she wanted in life, as opposed to, listening to everyone else. She found confidence through an amazing form of self-expression that allows her to live on her own terms. Her story will inspire you to be creative in the pursuit of finding yourself.

Omar shares how his pursuit for status, identity and significance led him to a life of drug addiction

August 08, 2020 14:43 - 1 hour - 58.7 MB

In this episode - Omar opens about the rise and fall of a casino business he owned and operated. He was loving life and living big as his Casino business made 6 figures. He had the world at his feet. With this life came parties, status, and significance which was everything he ever wanted. There was only one problem. Addiction. Omar describes how his addiction affected his business, his marriage, and his identity. You will be captivated and inspired by his strength and determination throug...

Arlina - Addiction, low self-esteem and parenting struggles and recovery

August 08, 2020 14:04 - 56 minutes - 41.4 MB

In this episode, Arlina shares her experience with childhood trauma and low self-esteem that ultimately leads to her addiction. In recovery for 26 years, Arlina also discusses how she helped her teenager through depression, cutting, and suicidal ideation. You will gain hope and inspiration from this story as Arlina describes how she was able to turn her struggle into her story through a self-care practice, her support group, and being in service of others. Arlina is the host of the inter...