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The Midlife Connection for WMN

135 episodes - English - Latest episode: 24 days ago - ★★★★★ - 5 ratings

Life after 40 is a unique phase of life, and now, more than ever, women are searching for connection, inspiration, and momentum!

When Hillary speaks with her guests to highlight their unique talents, services, and more, you will feel like you are sitting with friends, listening to their conversation, and receiving encouragement!

Finding momentum after the age of 40, 50, and beyond is possible.

That dream that inspires you to take action?
Are you feeling called to go after it now?

We all go through transitions, but how we navigate these transitions looks different for each of us.

Together, we can create a new story, a brighter future that inspires others and says, "We are here for you!"

Join our community so you know that you are not alone!

Hillary Baggett has meaningful conversations with people, professionals, business owners, and entrepreneurs who are open, honest, and vulnerable.

These are the conversations we need, not just for Generation X but for future generations. We focus on your whole body, mind, spirit, and business.

The Women's Midlife Network brings together women who want to make a difference in the world by serving midlife women through workshops, summits, retreats, and this podcast.

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Episodes

105. Are you Over It? How to Best Release Emotions

April 02, 2024 13:00 - 9 minutes - 9.71 MB

Ep 105 Are you over it? How do you know? This solocast gets a little personal as I share my perspective on “Deal with it,” “Get Over it,” and Suck it up, buttercup.” These are the common phrases we hear or tell ourselves and it made me wonder, is this a good thing? When Bessel van der Kolk wrote The Body Keeps the Score, the research shows that our body and cells hold onto deep emotional wounds. But, far too often, we stuff it all down. What happens then? Illness, disease, and pain - all...

104. Soaring Beyond Midlife

March 26, 2024 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

Ep 104 Aneace Haddad Soaring Beyond Midlife What if the same forces that drive someone to change partners, quit their job or buy a convertible could instead bring rejuvenating energy to their current life, career, or organization? My guest, Aneace Haddad, is only the 3rd man I have interviewed in over 100 episodes. This will be worth your time! Check out Episodes Happy Birthday Marine or Drumming as Therapy  Aneace, an Executive Level Coach guides Chief Executive, Financial and Techn...

104. Are you Ready to Soar Beyond Midlife?

March 26, 2024 12:00 - 49 minutes - 45.6 MB

Ep 104 Aneace Haddad Soaring Beyond Midlife What if the same forces that drive someone to change partners, quit their job or buy a convertible could instead bring rejuvenating energy to their current life, career, or organization? My guest, Aneace Haddad, is only the 3rd man I have interviewed in over 100 episodes. This will be worth your time! Check out Episodes Happy Birthday Marine or Drumming as Therapy  Aneace, an Executive Level Coach guides Chief Executive, Financial and Techn...

103. Take Back Your Power and Find Your Strength with a European Champion Weightlifter

March 19, 2024 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40.7 MB

Ep 103. Take Back Your Power and Find Your Strength with a European Champion Weightlifter Are you a woman who avoids lifting weights because you are afraid to bulk up?  Do you think strength training takes too much time? If you are too tired to exercise, then this is the episode for you. Meet Kim Rahir, journalist turned European Champion Weightlifter after a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) after 55. Kim wants you to feel confident in your body and your life to both master new ski...

103. How to Create Inner Strength through Weightlifting

March 19, 2024 13:00 - 43 minutes - 40.7 MB

Ep 103. Take Back Your Power and Find Your Strength with a European Champion Weightlifter Are you a woman who avoids lifting weights because you are afraid to bulk up?  Do you think strength training takes too much time? If you are too tired to exercise, then this is the episode for you. Meet Kim Rahir, journalist turned European Champion Weightlifter after a diagnosis of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) after 55. Kim wants you to feel confident in your body and your life to both master new ski...

102. Can You (Really) Feel the LOVE? Celebrating the 100th Episode Part 2

March 12, 2024 15:00 - 13 minutes - 13.1 MB

Ep 102  - 100th Episode Celebration Part 2; Can You (Really) Feel the LOVE? In Ep 100, I started you out on the humility journey, and I wanted to make sure I shared more. I have felt love in my love - the love of a parent, a child, a sibling, a dear friend… Sometimes - love is all you need, perhaps even all you desire, and occasionally, love just is not enough.  In February, there is a LOT of talk about love, pink and red roses, chocolate, ok we can’t fault chocolate for getting drag...

102. 100th Episode Celebration Part 2 - Can You (Really) Feel the LOVE?

March 12, 2024 15:00 - 13 minutes - 13.1 MB

Ep 102  - 100th Episode Celebration Part 2; Can You (Really) Feel the LOVE? In Ep 100, I started you out on the humility journey, and I wanted to make sure I shared more. I have felt love in my love - the love of a parent, a child, a sibling, a dear friend… Sometimes - love is all you need, perhaps even all you desire, and occasionally, love just is not enough.  In February, there is a LOT of talk about love, pink and red roses, chocolate, ok we can’t fault chocolate for getting drag...

100. Celebrate 100th Episode Part 1

March 08, 2024 19:11 - 16 minutes - 15.7 MB

Ep 100 - Celebrate 100th Episode Part 1 Well, I am thrilled and a little embarrassed all at once. I released Ep 101 BEFORE 100! Oh well, another notch in my humility belt. What are you celebrating and why? Is it hard to pause to acknowledge a small or big step towards progress? What about without alcohol or junk food? Imagine you are feeling good, strong, confident, and competent… CELEBRATE! How would facing that fear and getting unstuck feel? What would your future self say to y...

101. Are You Ready to Live Your Soul's Purpose?

March 05, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 57 MB

Ep 101 ​​Are You Ready to Live Your Soul's Purpose?  with Jessica Joines If you have a longing to discover your soul purpose in the world, then this is the episode for you. As Gen Xers, too, many of us were raised to believe that we had to do it all for everyone, be everyone to and for everyone else, perform, produce, and be perfect in order to have it all. The good news is, there are women out there who have your back, are willing to be vulnerable and support you through the journey tog...

101. Live Your Soul Purpose

March 05, 2024 15:00 - 30 minutes - 57 MB

Ep 101 ​​Live Your Soul Purpose: Navigating a Spiritual Awakening with Heart-Centered Women with Jessica Joines If you have a longing to discover your soul purpose in the world, then this is the episode for you. As Gen Xers, too, many of us were raised to believe that we had to do it all for everyone, be everyone to and for everyone else, perform, produce, and be perfect in order to have it all. The good news is, there are women out there who have your back, are willing to be vulnerable ...

99. Release the Courage Inside You to Thrive

February 27, 2024 15:00 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MB

Ep 99 The Daughter Ship: Courage to Face Your Past, Heal, and Thrive with Boo Trundle Is there a strength you had to develop? Is there a book inside you waiting to be written? Are you a courageous daughter, a survivor? Have you read an author who teaches you how to enjoy the unique structure of her novel?  This work of literary fiction meets self-help for the heroine’s journey from surviving to thriving. Meet Boo Trundle, a true multi-passionate, multi-hyphenate -novelist-artist-sing...

99. The Daughter Ship: Courage to Face Your Past, Heal, and Thrive with Boo Trundle

February 27, 2024 15:00 - 33 minutes - 61.9 MB

Ep 99 The Daughter Ship: Courage to Face Your Past, Heal, and Thrive with Boo Trundle Is there a book inside you waiting to be written? Are you a courageous daughter, a survivor Have you read an author who teaches you how to enjoy the unique structure of her novel?  This work of literary fiction meets self-help for the heroine’s journey from surviving to thriving. Meet Boo Trundle, a true multi-passionate, multi-hyphenate -novelist-artist-singer-and-songwriter who started her first b...

98. Accept You Are Perfect As You Are - The Aargh to Zen of Perimenopause

February 25, 2024 16:26 - 33 minutes - 62.8 MB

Ep 98 Accepting You Are Perfect As You Are - The Aargh to Zen of Perimenopause Have you been wishing for a Perimenopause “Bible” to help you navigate ALL the Symptoms of  Perimenopause? If so, then tap here: Amazon to grab The Aargh to Zen of Perimenopause might be the right one for you. 40 Experts came together to write this book. In the UK, the A-Z is a book of roadmaps for finding your way around. Similarly, this gem of a book helps you navigate the top symptoms with practical strategi...

97. How to Write the Ultimate Love Letter to Your Family Today! with Mary Hart

January 30, 2024 14:15 - 35 minutes - 64.7 MB

Ep 97 How to Write the Ultimate Love Letter to Your Family Today! Don’t blindside the people you love the most without this love letter! Whether one of your deepest desires is financial freedom or leaving a legacy,  what’s missing in your toolbox? What does a love letter have to do with any of this? Have you considered real estate investment? How is your Estate Plan coming along? Mary Hart founded AIM, the Alternative Investing Movement after retiring as an Estate Planning attorney, bu...

97. AIM to Write the Ultimate Love Letter with Mary Hart

January 30, 2024 14:15 - 35 minutes - 64.7 MB

Ep 97 Don’t blindside the people you love the most without this love letter! Whether one of your deepest desires is for financial freedom or to leave a legacy,  what’s missing in your toolbox? What does a love letter have to do with any of this? Have you considered real estate investment? How is your Estate Plan coming along? Mary Hart founded AIM, the Alternative Investing Movement after retiring as an Estate Planning attorney, but continues to pave the way and teach AIM to support wome...

96. Blindsided by Finances? Follow These Tips to Move Forward

January 23, 2024 18:54 - 39 minutes - 73.4 MB

Ep 96 Andi Wren Have You Been Blindsided in Finances? Do you find yourself avoiding to create or follow a budget? Does the idea of investing stress you out? If there was such a thing as a financial superhero, then Andi Wren, MA, AFC (Accredited Financial Counselor) would be the Wonder Finance Woman. Common blindside financial events include the 4Ds: death of a spouse/loved one, divorce, dementia, or disability. Add job loss and desertion to the list, and anyone can buckle under the finan...

96. Have You Been Blindsided in Finances?

January 23, 2024 18:54 - 39 minutes - 73.4 MB

Ep 96 Andi Wren Have You Been Blindsided in Finances? Do you find yourself avoiding to create or follow a budget? Does the idea of investing stress you out? If there was such a thing as a financial superhero, then Andi Wren, MA, AFC (Accredited Financial Counselor) would be the Wonder Finance Woman. Common blindside financial events include the 4Ds: death of a spouse/loved one, divorce, dementia, or disability. Add job loss and desertion to the list, and anyone can buckle under the finan...

95. How to Find Your Health, Wealth and the Courage to Love Yourself

January 21, 2024 22:52 - 14 minutes - 26.5 MB

If you are you looking to amplify or improve your health, wealth, courage or love in 2024, then this is your best starting point. My upcoming guests are presenting Simple Solutions to prevent or overcome Blindsided Situations  After 2023, where MANY of us struggled AND faced fears related to health, finances, and relationships, here you will find hope and encouragement. Grab your free guide to make every day great HERE: In this Episode, Hillary will discuss: Who you can meet, know, ...

95. Coming Soon: My Journey to Loving Myself to Create My Best Health

January 21, 2024 22:52 - 14 minutes - 26.5 MB

Ep 95 - My Journey to Loving Myself to Create My Best Health came with a price and felt like winning the lottery! If you are you looking to amplify or improve your health, wealth, courage or love in 2024, then this is your best starting point. My upcoming guests are presenting Simple Solutions to prevent or overcome Blindsided Situations - Finance, Budgeting, Estate Planning, Changes in our mindset and physical health. After 2023, where MANY of us struggled AND faced fears related to hea...

Can You Choose Gratitude? Learn to Cultivate Here!

December 26, 2023 18:08 - 48 minutes - 45.2 MB

Ep 94. Is gratitude a choice? And, can it be cultivated? Some people say, gratitude is an attitude - and is impacted by your perspective. A positive mindset shift helps. But can you be grateful AND grieve loss at the same time? According to Gr8tfulChick, Larissa Traquair, we can! In this episode, you will learn...  How to set yourself up for success on the hard days Some surpirsing benefits of therapy while grieving loss - a spouse, a community, friends, or a beloved pet. Can you weep...

94. Can You Choose Gratitude? Learn to Cultivate Here!

December 26, 2023 18:08 - 48 minutes - 45.2 MB

Ep 94. Is gratitude a choice? And, can it be cultivated? Some people say, gratitude is an attitude - and is impacted by your perspective. A positive mindset shift helps. But can you be grateful AND grieve loss at the same time? According to Gr8tfulChick, Larissa Traquair, we can! In this episode, you will learn...  How to set yourself up for success on the hard days Some surpirsing benefits of therapy while grieving loss - a spouse, a community, friends, or a beloved pet. Can you weep...

93. How to Decide to Persevere and Overcome

December 14, 2023 18:14 - 34 minutes - 63.5 MB

Ep 93 How to Decide to Persevere and Overcome with Alison Jacobson Have you met someone who is taking on All.The.Things and you think, “Oh, I could never do that? Well, Alison Jacobsbon, author or Shut the Fear Up and  Daily Inspirations for Midlife Women: Peace Joy, Confidence and Abndance… In this episode: Overcome life-changing situations include loss of a son to SIDS, bankruptcy after a divorce, and being a full time caregiver for her 2nd husband with Multiple Sclerosis, 2nd child ...

92. 4 Weird Things I am Grateful For - GO Ahead and Judge Me!

December 05, 2023 14:00 - 24 minutes - 46.1 MB

Do you want to get the latest podcast in your inbox? Sign up at www.womensmidlifenetwork.com Join the Email List for juicy episodes, Full Ep 92 On Weird Things I am Grateful For - well - I added some bonus material in... Subscribe to HillTalks Momentum in Midlife Podcast - so women over 40 can KNOW you are NOT alone! We often say, "don't judge me", but hey - I am ready for it! 2023 was rough for me, how about you? Listen and hear my top 4 things I am oddly thankful for and see how it...

91. The 3 Deliberate Decisions to Make Meaning in Midlife

November 14, 2023 13:07 - 34 minutes - 31.7 MB

Ep 91 The 3 Deliberate Decisions to Make Meaning in Midlife Do you prefer audio or video? You Tube shortie https://youtu.be/0JbAmFtmU6Q Full Episode https://youtu.be/RmrlCBu3-WA Whether becoming an author or making meaning with your life is important to you, do you ever feel stuck wondering where to start? In this episode, you are going to meet Lynne Golodner, an author, writer, and host of the Making Meaning Podcast…   Learn how -To make this the BEST time of your life -Be...

90. The Decision to Find Your Flow

November 07, 2023 13:15 - 40 minutes - 38.1 MB

  Ep 90 - While we continue how women support women, we are embarking on a series on making deliberate decisions and today are talking about finding your flow, for business owners and entrepreneurs - but this is also helpful even for life. Dr. Moira Hanna, organizational psychologist, mindset from idea to implementation coach, and college professor. If you are looking for that ONE next step, how to find the elusive work-life balance and what happens when we determine we will get in flow, t...

89. Making Perimenopause More Positive with Polly

October 31, 2023 13:05 - 25 minutes - 24.3 MB

Ep 89 Do you feel like you are drowning in all the negative messages in the media? Well, meet Polly Warren for a breath of fresh positive air. In this episode, Polly shares her key points for staying informed, creating personal growth, and letting go of the fear and anxiety that hold us back. As the host of the Positive Perimenopause Podcast, Polly helps us all understand both the body and the mind by teaching us The 3 biggest ways you can make a difference in your health.  How to walk t...

88. Reunion Class of 1988: Go Unicorns!

October 24, 2023 14:01 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MB

Ep 88. Dedicated to the NCSSM Class of 1988. Women support women in a lot of ways. As we wrap up ADHD and Menopause Awareness Month, I wanted to share a personal experience at my 35th high school reunion. Have you ever attended a class reunion? Middle School, High School or College? There is a lot of thought that goes into planning and attending a reunion. And then there is the fear, who will show up or will they recognize me? It takes courage to show up and be ourselves. We may wonder i...

86. Women with ADHD Supporting Women

October 04, 2023 12:29 - 34 minutes - 31.8 MB

Ep 86 Do you suspect you have ADHD? Women with ADHD do NOT run around like boys on a playground. Goodbye stigma and hello executive skills and conversations. We need self compassion and SO much more! Meet Executive Coach and ADHD Coach Farah Jamil. In the main Episode, you will learn -Why women need to support other women with ADHD. -How to be a voice for women who look like us and different from us. -We are NOT defined by a diagnosis. -You can discover what works and does not ...

If You Have ADHD and Need Career Coaching...

October 03, 2023 14:05 - 35 minutes - 33.5 MB

Ep 87 Are you a job beggar or job creator? If you feel like your job is not the right fit, but you just don’t know what else to do, maybe you need a career counselor who is also a coach who can show you the way!   After a decade working in vocational rehab, shifting gears to counseling, then an entrepreneurial journey as Founder of KidsArt global franchises, Shell crashed and burned - and THEN the ADHD diagnosis shed light on why all this was happening.   Super creative people are gr...

87. If You Have ADHD and Need Career Coaching...

October 03, 2023 14:05 - 35 minutes - 33.5 MB

Ep 87 Are you a job beggar or job creator? If you feel like your job is not the right fit, but you just don’t know what else to do, maybe you need a career counselor who is also a coach who can show you the way!   After a decade working in vocational rehab, shifting gears to counseling, then an entrepreneurial journey as Founder of KidsArt global franchises, Shell crashed and burned - and THEN the ADHD diagnosis shed light on why all this was happening.   Super creative people are gr...

85. Taking a Breath: Short and Sweet Overview of Past 10 Episodes

September 26, 2023 14:07 - 11 minutes - 11.5 MB

Ep 85. In case you missed them, I wanted to save you some time and give you super short tidbits of the last 10 episodes in this Women Supporting Women Episode. Y'all, I have met some INCREDIBLE women who are serving and supporting other women in GenX, over 40, over 50, over 60 and beyond midlife.  Listen to HillTalks Momentum in Midlife Podcast while you're on-the-go!  🎧 Available wherever you listen to your favorite podcasts. WHEN New audio episodes drop every Tuesday and video on Wed...

84. Are You at a Crossroads and Looking to Reinvent Yourself?

September 19, 2023 13:30 - 30 minutes - 28.1 MB

Ep 84 - What are the stories that you keep telling yourself or those close to you - about feeling stuck and wanting to change, but just not sure how? Do you struggle what to call yourself after age 40,50, or 60? Are you midlife, genx, or second chapter? Bottom line, call yourself ALIVE. October 3rd, you have a chance to truly REINVENT yourself! Join Dana and Wendy - all in order to remember that we can age out loud - proudly! Register HERE Start where you are TODAY and take one small ac...

83. How to Live and Leave a Legacy

September 12, 2023 14:07 - 37 minutes - 34.5 MB

Ep 83 When a Jewish elementary school teacher meets a man who recently left the priesthood on a beach in Florida, it may sound like a set up for a joke. But, this is a fascinating story about creating, living, and leaving a legacy, and I think you will really enjoy hearing about her journey.   – Merle R. Saferstein is an educator, speaker, author, and a pioneer in the field of legacy journaling. She has been journaling for 48 years and has amassed a collection of 380 journals,  which are...

82. A Magazine for Women Who Podcast

September 05, 2023 13:30 - 38 minutes - 35.9 MB

Ep 82. Not everyone knows about this YET, but totally worth all the juicy behind the scenes and support you recieve when you plug into this community. Hillary even writes articles for them and SO can you! In this episode, we keep it real as we talk about How to start something when you have ZERO experience but a burning desire and a nagging voice in your head. The reminder and permission to give yourself time off, whether you call it a hiatus, vacation or Sabbatical in order to avoid ...

81. Navigating THE Change through Writing

August 29, 2023 13:30 - 37 minutes - 35 MB

Ep 81 Is all change painful? Not necessarily. If you have even been in search of a salve to ease the pain, then you are not alone.  In today’s episode, you are getting a relatable and hilarious guide to navigating THE major CHANGE in your life and other transitions like a pro.  Join me in a real and raw conversation with my friend and colleague, Kathy Garland, professor and published author as we unpack the major barriers to writing and sharing our personal stories while protecting the p...

80. The TRUTH About Natural Health Solutions and Supplements - Women Supporting Women Series

August 22, 2023 14:05 - 48 minutes - 44.7 MB

Ep 80 In this episode, we get real about the depletion many of us suffer from because of the badge of busy that keeps us from tuning into what is truly happening to our bodies. Migraines, dry skin, and anxiety are overtaking the ability to enjoy the day and each other. Andrea Marsh of Cotswold Menopause talks about everyday health and wellness, from a Chinese Medicine perspective - gentle physical touch at the key points of accupuncture (no needles). For peri- and post-menopausal symptom...

79. Take Back Your Power to Create Your Happinest - Women Supporting Women Series

August 15, 2023 15:44 - 38 minutes - 34.9 MB

In this episode, you get to meet Leontien, empowering women to take charge of their lives. This native Dutch advocate living in Italy guides you in embracing change, fostering connection, and nurturing creativity. As a confidence coach and founder of Happinest Membership, she helps you prioritize health, create awareness around wealth, and unlock your true potential.  You will understand her passion regarding what is important for women Why her care for women is so important to her Plus ...

78. Zen Rabbit - Women Supporting Women

August 09, 2023 14:09 - 42 minutes - 39.9 MB

Ep 78. Welcome to the Women Supporting Women Series!  She shares practical tips for cultivating both gratitude muscles and how she revisited her childhood self-soothing methods - all with the help of her Zen Rabbit,  so that we can find the calm in all the chaos can support all people, but especially women after 40. Lori Saitz is the founder and CEO of Zen Rabbit. An award-winning writer, speaker, and broadcaster, Lori is on a mission to teach the world to be calm and grounded no matter ...

77. Season 4 Preview: Women Supporting Women

August 08, 2023 21:53 - 6 minutes - 6.47 MB

Ep 77. Where do you go for support? Women can best understand other women and especially whether you consider yourself GenX, Second Chapter, Rocking Life after 40, 50, 60, or beyond, support matters more than what you call this age. This season you will meet female entrepreneurs and business owners who are focused on helping other women like you thrive.  While this may be the shortest episode ever, it will give you a sneak peek into what is coming up.

76. Stop What's Stopping You and Start!

July 31, 2023 18:16 - 18 minutes - 17.5 MB

Once you figure out what is blocking you, hindering you, or just in your way, you can START moving forward! This episode was recorded immediately after a free zoom chat I shared with people on my email list on  Lessons learned while on Sabbatical: Can you love yourself when you have to see yourself in ALL your glory after every shower for 2 months? Money saving hacks on airfare, lodging, and mobile phone services. (Check out Save with Airalo here! and use this coupon for $3 off: HILLA...

75. (Back to School) Wisdom for All of Us

July 29, 2023 15:04 - 35 minutes - 32.8 MB

Ep 75 When I read the advice my best friend of over 35 years gave to a young teacher who also happened to be a former student of hers, I felt compelled to interview her so that you all got the chance to hear them too because they apply to ALL of us! Emily Parrish is a lifelong learner and educator with over 20 years of experience. She is a masterful relationship builder who embodies loving others - all that she has both earned and learned  - through blood, sweat, and plenty of tears. Wha...

74. What's Stopping You?

July 27, 2023 14:37 - 14 minutes - 13.6 MB

Hey what is stopping you? From doing that ONE thing that you have always dreamt of making a reality. I might even be able to guess - because it is usually one of 3 things. What if there was a life hack that might change that limiting belief for a shift in perspective so that you just take one step forward? Join Hillary on Monday July 31st at 1 pm EST/10 am PST on a free zoom call to ask questions about the 10 week sabbatical she returned from? Sign up [email protected] and joi...

73. A More Beautiful Midlife: Finding Your Sweet Spot

June 21, 2023 15:01 - 29 minutes - 27.8 MB

How do you define beauty? Do you feel like feeling good is a never ending project? Or is there a sweet spot for any age in life? I have great news for you today! You can CHOOSE what is beautiful for you, and choose something better for yourself. You are worth it! Psst… you CAN live with joy, style and passion. This is NOT your mama’s midlife. You CAN LOVE the skin you are in. And, it is NEVER too late to try something new!  In this lovely chat with the More Beautiful Project, Founder, Ma...

72. Your Health Is Your Wealth

May 31, 2023 21:27 - 26 minutes - 24.7 MB

Ep 72 Your Health Is Your Wealth with Nina Rubin - Silver Warrior 4 U Trigger warning! This episode mentions use of liquid collagen, serious mental health challenges, and surviving childhood incest - not in detail. But, at the end, you will hear Nina's encouragement that you can not only survive, but thrive in life - after absolutely anything. You too have SO much life ahead of you! At any any age and stage of life, we can refraim our mindset, acknowledge pain and truly heal with the right...

71. Time to Shine! Give Yourself Space and Grace After 50

May 31, 2023 16:20 - 17 minutes - 16.3 MB

Tricia is one of the original Founding Members of Community Bloom. She and Hillary shares the desire to help women SHINE after 50, to gather, grow, and give ourselves the grace we all need. If you are not doing what you want to do with your time, then NOW is the time. Get re-invigorated! Bonus, Hillary is IN Slovenia when this podcast episode released. In Ep 62, Visualize a Perfect Day, Hillary imagines THIS exact valley Trica was also a guest on making Bold Moves in Ep 4  and Good G...

70. Strategies to Give Your Gut Grace (and your other visceral organs too)

May 23, 2023 13:00 - 25 minutes - 24.2 MB

In this second part with Stacey Gresham. Check out Ep 69 on Becoming a Better Advocate for Yourself. The conversation continues on how the pelvic floor is impacted by the viscera - the abdominal organs. Fortunately, there are specialists trained in visceral manipulation and treatment when trained by Jean Pierre Barral. Be sure to stay tuned to the fun “Inside the Actor’s Studio Style questions at the end. Be patient with yourself and your body. Give ourselves time and grace to make changes...

69. How to Advocate for Your Pelvic Floor

May 20, 2023 14:59 - 34 minutes - 32.6 MB

Hillary speaks with Doctor of Physical Therapy, Stacey Gresham on understanding our Pelvic Floor, for both men and women. How does one know they need Pelvic floor PT, and how to find and select the right PT. We can all become better advocates for ourselves, connect with our body, communicate with our health care providers and release the shame with conversations about what is happening "down there" Check out episodes Ep 48 What is My Pelvic Floor? Ep 49  How Do I Know If I Need Pelvic ...

68. Love Bomb: Narcissism 101

May 08, 2023 11:00 - 26 minutes - 48.8 MB

There is more to this chat than just narcissism. Hillary and Leah discuss Trauma/trauma and what how professionals distinguish the two, emotional abuse, and how to use peppermint essential oils to reset/regulate your nervous system. Leah Petrucci is a Licensed Mental Health Counselor and Holistic Health & Wellness Coach who does not believe in a “one size fits all” solution, but her overall approach is based on a trauma-informed holistic perspective, involving the Mind, Body, and Spirit. S...

67. Asking for a Friend - in Midlife and Beyond

April 21, 2023 16:09 - 27 minutes - 50.1 MB

Ep 67 Michele Henning Folan tells Hillary about a creative pivot during the pandemic, what made her want to start a podcast, Asking for a Friend and her goals for midlife women? Michele is a 26-year veteran of the health industry, sales leader, coach, and self-professed life-long learner. In addition to hosting the podcast, Michele is the Director of Field Inside Sales for Astro Pak. She has been married to her husband for almost 10 years, has 2 grown daughters and 4 stepchildren.  Takeawa...

66. How Navigating Awkward Conversations Help You as a Caregiver

April 14, 2023 20:40 - 34 minutes - 63.2 MB

Help the Caregiver by Navigating Awkward Conversations… If you have ever been paralyzed with social anxiety or caught off guard and unsure of what to say, then YOU are in the RIGHT place! Hillary Baggett is a Holistic Business Strategist and Consultant, Founder of the Women's Midlife Network for female entrepreneurs and business owners: women who know their purpose, have a heart to serve women 40 and Better. Inside women banish the mean girl so we can connect, collaborate, and celebrate ...