It’s Not A Crisis
82 episodes - English - Latest episode: over 1 year ago -Hosted by Doryn Wallach, It’s Not A Crisis is a podcast for “midlifeISH” women navigating this infrequently discussed time of life w/humor, honesty & heart. Lets make this next chapter POSITIVE!
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Episode 1 - Solo
October 22, 2022 04:00 - 7 minutes - 16.9 MBIn this episode you’ll learn a bit more about what I’ve been up to this past year, what I’ve been focusing on in my life, as well as what my plans are for the future of this show. I’m so excited to be back and can’t wait to bring you more soon!
Season 3 - Doryn & Friends Trailer
October 20, 2022 16:22 - 1 minute - 3.88 MBWelcome to a new season of It's Not a Crisis, 'Doryn & Friends'. I am fortunate enough to be surrounded by amazing friends who are inspiring and REAL! I want to share their wisdom with you to help us all navigate midlife by being heard and understood and hopefully a little less lonely.
November 2021 Update
November 13, 2021 12:00 - 18 minutes - 42.7 MBLong time no hear! Welcome back to a new episode, a solo episode, that will bring you up to speed with that I’ve been doing in the past few months since my pause. I’ve been trying to apply some of the awesome advice we’ve all heard from my guests in the past, taking care of myself and exploring other aspects of life. I hope this episode motivates you and maybe gives you the push you need to start trying new things in your life, or maybe shift some mindsets you’ve been living with. Some of th...
It’s Time to Pause - Season 2 Finale
September 04, 2021 04:00 - 10 minutes - 24.7 MBWe talk so much about self care and putting ourselves first at this time of life as we have spent so much of our life this far forgetting who we are. I have loved doing this podcast so much. With that being said, I decided that I am going to be taking a break from the show for a while. I’m incredibly grateful for all the listeners and for the guests that have joined the show. For all the amazing women I have met through doing this. You have made my life richer and better and for that I am th...
Mothering and Daughtering
August 21, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 150 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Sil and Eliza Reynolds as we discuss the two sides of parenting - both mothering and ‘daughtering’. The mother and child relationship is so beautiful and so complicated and we have to be aware of the things we need to work on, to improve this relationship. Sil and Eliza are a mother-daughter coaching duo, authors and workshop facilitators. Together, they teach the Attachment Parenting method, alpha-parenting, connecting with your daughter and much more. Their...
Parenting Your Inner Child
August 14, 2021 04:00 - 48 minutes - 111 MBWe all know that trauma and difficulties that we face during childhood and teenage years can affect us throughout our life. The good news is that we have solutions for reconciliation and healing. In this episode, I am joined by Lavinia Brown, as we discuss Inner Child work as a tool to deal with past trauma and parent our inner child in a way that helps us move forward. Lavinia Brown is a Psychodynamic Coach for Mums and an Inner Child-Healing Expert. She supports mothers to understand how ...
High Functioning Anxiety
August 07, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 151 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Georgie Collinson as we discuss high functioning anxiety. We talk all about how it affects us, how it sometimes defines our identity and may be influenced by genetics and education. Georgie also shares with us things we can do to tackle anxiety in a practical way, from monitoring hormones, sleep, nutrition to our gut biome. You’ll learn all about the Anxiety Reset Method as well as the Resilience Shield and how to fix the holes we have in it. Georgie Collinso...
Skin Care Psychology
July 31, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MBDoctor Doris Day is joining me in this episode as we discuss the psychology of skin care. We go in depth about how emotions, hormones, sex life all affect our skin and talk about some preventative facial exercises, before reaching the point of injections. Doctor Day believes that every decade of our life can be our best and is on a mission to help women understand and live that way. Doris Day MD is a board-certified dermatologist who specializes in aesthetic dermatology in private practice ...
Childless and Fulfilled Life
July 24, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 136 MBThis episode is, in a way, a part two of episode 12. Last time we looked at what it means to be childfree and how such a decision can be carried throughout life without any guilt. In this episode, I am joined by Jody Day, as we discuss being childless. We talk about the differences, the common misconceptions, understanding childless people better, communicating with them and knowing that in the end it’s not about ‘us’ and ‘them’, but about all of us together. Jody Day is the founder of Gate...
Childfree and Guilt-Free
July 17, 2021 04:00 - 49 minutes - 113 MBThere’s a lot of stigma around women deciding to not have children and it’s a pity that society still can’t get out of this mentality. My guest today is a pioneer and advocate for women who decide to take that path and she reassures women that this choice is valid, correct and should be guilt-free. Marcia Drut-Davis came into the spotlight when she appeared on a “60 minutes” interview in 1974, where she talked about how she had decided to not have or raise children. The interview sparked co...
Doryn & Friends - Zara Tisch
July 10, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBHow do you use past trauma to fuel your drive for entrepreneurship? In this episode I am joined by my friend, Zara Tisch, who used to be my neighbor about 10 years ago in Manhattan. I’ve always admired her style, her personality, her openness and her desire to do some good in this world. Zara Terez Tisch founded her company, Terez in New York, where she also currently lives with her husband, three kids and three dogs. You can find Zara @zaratisch and find her products on https://www.terez....
Clean Eating Without the Sacrifice
July 03, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 121 MBWe all know that what you put into your body affects your mood, your hormones and ultimately your whole day. In our quest for the healthiest diets, we often forget to indulge in what we like. In this episode, Jen Smiley joins me as we discuss reading labels, choosing healthier alternatives to products we can’t live without and figuring out how we can tweak our nutrition for the best possible results. Jen Smiley is an expert food coach at Wake Up and Read the Labels. She has been a fitness i...
Women & Infidelity
June 26, 2021 04:00 - 47 minutes - 109 MBIn this episode I am joined by Dr. Megan Fleming as we discuss infidelity among women over 40. We don’t often talk about women’s reasons for infidelity and felt this was a relevant topic for our age and time of life. We discuss many things such as why it happens and how to repair a relationship after an affair and much more. Dr. Fleming is a nationally recognized certified sex and relationship expert. She has over 20 years of experience working with individuals and couples to discover what’...
Find Your Own Voice & Start Speaking Up!
June 19, 2021 04:00 - 54 minutes - 124 MBAmy E. Smith is a certified and credentialed life coach and hypnotherapist, masterful speaker, and personal empowerment expert. Founder of TheJoyJunkie.com, Amy uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster, and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self-worth. With an acute focus on helping people “find their voice”, she is highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence, wisdom, and humor and has been a featured expert in Inspired Coach Magazine ...
ADHD in Women Over 40
June 12, 2021 04:00 - 1 hour - 145 MBI am joined by Diann Wingert where we discuss ADHD after 40 in female entrepreneurs and beyond. You will LOVE Diann! We discuss the impact of ADHD on women of our generation, the gifts that come with ADHD and also the issues that it presents. Diann Wingert is a mindset and productivity coach for female entrepreneurs. During her 20-year career as a licensed psychotherapist, she worked with hundreds of ambitious women who struggled with habits and mindsets that held them back. After realizing ...
Doryn & Friends - Tanya McQueen Forman
June 05, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 116 MBToday I am joined by my good friend Tanya, as we continue our ‘Doryn & Friends’ series. Tanya is smart, funny, positive and incredibly genuine. She’s a total open book and I think that’s why we clicked like we did. Tanya is most well known for being a co-host on hit ABC show, Extreme Makeover: Home Edition. She is also a mother of two, a step-mother of two, ages 16-26, a producer husband named Tom and a 7 year old terrier named Never, who needs to drop a few pounds. We discuss her experienc...
Finding Yourself & Growing With Your Partner
May 29, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 107 MBI am joined by Veronica Cisneros, marriage and family therapist for an incredible episode. Together, we discuss how learning more about ourselves and our desire to be in control as women can help us also how to prevent conflict and divorce in our marriages the longer we are in them. This is not just an episode for married women, we also tackle how to make yourself a priority when you have spent years putting everyone first. Veronica is a licensed therapist specialized in women and couples....
Finding Your Identity: Adoption
May 22, 2021 04:00 - 34 minutes - 79.7 MBWhat if your long lost biological family reaches out to you for the first time in your 40s? Cat Powell is a listener of the show and reached out because she wanted to share her story and raise awareness of what she discovered. She talks about the work that still needs to be done with adoption laws and regulations as well as a twist to her life that she never knew existed. You'll also just adore Cat! Cat Powell is a Portland, Oregon based artist and writer with work that has been exhibited i...
Financial Therapy
May 15, 2021 04:00 - 37 minutes - 85.9 MBWelcome back to a new episode where this time, for the first time ever in my life, I’m talking to a Financial Therapist. Up until a few months ago I didn’t even know they existed. Back in Season 1 we had Jenn Uhen on the show talking about finances in midlife and I asked her to connect me to a Financial Therapist - that’s how I found Wendy Wright. We all know there’s a psychological aspect to money, but not many of us are aware of that in everyday life. Wendy is here to talk about emotions, ...
Doryn & Friends Episode 2 - with Juliet Hahn
May 08, 2021 04:00 - 50 minutes - 115 MBI have started a new series called "Doryn & Friends" Many of you have requested to hear from real women, real stories and real experiences in our 40s.I’m joined by a new friend of mine, Juliet Hahn. I met Juliet on Clubhouse and we had instant chemistry. You are really going to laugh with this one! Juliet inspired a whole episode on our show, with Dr. Elizabeth Kavaler, by sending me this YouTube video... this should show you what you're in for. I was also a guest on her podcast recently and...
Sex: How To Get What You Want - with Celeste & Danielle
May 01, 2021 04:00 - 46 minutes - 106 MBWhat a way to kick off our new season with a HOT topic! I am thrilled to be joined today by Celeste Hirschman and Danielle Harel. Sex is an important part of life but it can sometimes be tricky to keep things fresh when you reach a certain point. Celeste & Danielle are here to talk to us all about communication, relationships, sex and specific things you can do to work on these aspects in your relationships. Celeste & Danielle are sex therapists, who believe there is no right way to be sexu...
Marriage Lessons Learned
April 10, 2021 04:00 - 59 minutes - 54.8 MBI am beyond excited to be joined by Kim & Penn Holderness in this episode on marriage and lessons they have learned. Why should you listen to them talk about marriage?. Because they are REAL, they don't pretend to be experts, they have put the time in and are still doing the work. I have listened to every one of their podcasts and seen most of their silly YouTube videos and I just adore them and you will too if you don't already. In this episode they discuss what they have learned, how they ...
Tweens, Teens & The Pandemic
April 03, 2021 04:00 - 52 minutes - 48.6 MBIn this episode we touch on a topic that’s been requested by some of our listeners - how to manage the relationship with your teen kids during the pandemic. Dr. Regine Muradian is joining me as we discuss active listening, self-care time, transitioning from a pandemic back to normal life and much more. Dr. Regine Muradian is a licensed clinical psychologist, children’s author, speaker, consultant and mental health advocate. In her clinical practice, Dr. Muradian works with children, adolesc...
Emotional Immaturity in Relationships
March 27, 2021 05:00 - 52 minutes - 48.2 MBWelcome back to a new episode where I am joined again by the amazing Dr. Lindsay Gibson, as we dive deeper into emotional immaturity. Last time she joined me, we discussed identifying emotional immaturity and this time we expand more on that and look at practical solutions and steps while in relationships with an emotionally immature person. This episode is not just for marriages, but for any type of relationship. Dr. Gibson holds both a Masters and Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology. S...
Bladder Incontinence in Your 40's
March 20, 2021 09:15 - 54 minutes - 125 MBWe don’t normally talk about this publicly, but I’m certain some of us have experienced the following situations. Not being able to sit through an entire movie, play, or show. Having to take an aisle seat on the air plane. Not being able to do jumping jacks or laughing while staying dry. Having to excuse yourself to use ‘the ladies room’ during meetings. Yes, I am talking about urinary problems and Doctor Elizabeth Kavaler is joining me to share her expertise with us. Dr. Kavaler is the Med...
Discovering Your True Identity
March 13, 2021 10:10 - 47 minutes - 44 MBWe all know how important discovering our identity is. But what about rediscovering our identity after years and years of believing we were someone else? Lindsay Blount reached out to me a while ago and her story is amazing. From finding out she is a donor conceived, through searching for her biological father and discovering many siblings she had no idea existed, her story is one of hope. We talk about what our identity is, how much is nature vs. nurture, how we can cope with sudden change...
Female Sexual Disfunction
March 06, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBWelcome back to another episode where, this time, we tackle the issue of sexual disfunction in women. I feel like we’re not talking about this enough, whereas male sexual disfunction is multibillion dollar industry. I’m joined by expert Doctor Anita Clayton as we talk about problems that women might face in their sex life: FOD, GSM, HSDD, FSAD - a lot of acronyms, but they’ll all make sense once you listen. Dr. Anita Clayton’s clinical practice and research interests focus on women’s mental...
Female Sexual Dysfunction
March 06, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 86.3 MBWelcome back to another episode where, this time, we tackle the issue of sexual dysfunction in women. I feel like we’re not talking about this enough, whereas male sexual dysfunction is multibillion dollar industry. I’m joined by expert Doctor Anita Clayton as we talk about problems that women might face in their sex life: FOD, GSM, HSDD, FSAD - a lot of acronyms, but they’ll all make sense once you listen. Dr. Anita Clayton’s clinical practice and research interests focus on women’s mental...
Renovating and Staying Together
February 27, 2021 05:00 - 15 minutes - 21.8 MBHow can you go through a renovation and not completely ruin your relationship or marriage? Is it even possible? This topic has been on my mind for quite a while, having recently moved into a new home. I’ll be sharing 5 specific tips that you can apply to your situation in order to maintain your sanity while moving, redecorating or renovating a home. I’m no expert, but I have plenty of experience, both professionally and personally, and I hope you can learn even from my mistakes, as I did. C...
Understanding Gen X Women
February 20, 2021 05:00 - 51 minutes - 71.1 MBIn this episode I am honored to be joined by author Ada Calhoun. You won't be able to put her book down if you're part of Generation X. In this interview we touch on the specifics of Gen X, why they’re considered ‘the middle child of America’, what defines their dynamics now and we also talk about their marriage, parenting, affairs, singleness and much more. Journalist Ada Calhoun is the author of NYC history St. Marks Is Dead, essay collection Wedding Toasts I'll Never Give, and Gen-X-defi...
Boundaries in Relationships
February 13, 2021 05:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBWelcome back to another episode on relationships where, this time, we talk about boundaries. I’m joined again by Mazi Robinson, who was also a guest on episode 5, and this time she shares her wisdom with us on what boundaries are, how you can set them in different types of relationships, how sometimes lack of reaction is can be a boundary you set and what the role of forgiveness is in our conflicts. Mazi Robinson is a Licensed Professional Counselor in Atlanta specializing in helping women ...
Finances in Midlife
February 07, 2021 18:30 - 54 minutes - 74.5 MBMoney is such an important part of our society and lives that you can’t really avoid it. Sooner or later you’ll need to address it with your partner, roommate, sibling etc. In this episode I’m joined by Jenn Uhen as we discuss how to approach discussions about finances, what to do about investments in our 30s and 40s and even about retirement plans. Jenn Uhen heard from many women that they will start investing “someday,” or that growing up they were taught to save their money. They weren’t...
Rapid Transformational Therapy
January 30, 2021 05:00 - 43 minutes - 101 MBToday, we discuss an interesting form of therapy, that has proven effective in dealing with past trauma, among many other things. Natalie Ryan Hebert is joining me, as we dig into what Rapid Transformational Therapy is, how it can help with many of the issues we face as women in our 40’s, including inner child work and mom guilt. Natalie shares the story of her struggles and how her life was changed when she discovered RTT, by stumbling upon Marisa Peer online one day. Rapid Transformationa...
Finding Help for Women with PMDD and PME
January 25, 2021 12:15 - 44 minutes - 61.6 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Laura Murphy, who is a Director of Education and Awareness at IAPMD - International Association for Premenstrual Disorders. Laura has been kind enough to share her story of struggling with PMDD for 17 years until she was diagnosed. She has been through dark times, like many of you may be experiencing even now, but her story is one of positivity, support and a newfound passion to help other women. We touch more on PMDD, PME (Premenstrual Exacerbation) and PMS a...
Understanding Generational Differences
January 16, 2021 09:15 - 51 minutes - 70.6 MBWelcome back to another episode! This one is as interesting and educational as it is fun. Have you ever wondered why your mentality is so different from other generations? We’ll try to find out how we can manage to understand and communicate within the relationships that we have in our lives, with our children, our parents, coworkers, employers and so on. Generational expert Meagan Johnson is joining us in this episode to share her analysis and insights regarding each generation’s sign post...
Vanessa Williams: Wise Women Over 50
January 09, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MBIn this episode, I am joined by the super talented and dynamic, Vanessa Williams, as we continue our Wise Women Over 50 series. I am so honored to have Vanessa on my show and to be able to chat with her about her personal life and family, her past, her experience as a mother of 4 and her very accomplished career. As many of you already know, Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers in the entertainment industry today. She is vastly experienced in the entert...
Wise Women Over 50 - Vanessa Williams
January 09, 2021 05:00 - 47 minutes - 65.3 MBIn this episode, I am joined by the super talented and dynamic, Vanessa Williams, as we continue our Wise Women Over 50 series. I am so honored to have Vanessa on my show and to be able to chat with her about her personal life and family, her past, her experience as a mother of 4 and her very accomplished career. As many of you already know, Vanessa Williams is one of the most respected and multi-faceted performers in the entertainment industry today. She is vastly experienced in the entert...
Coping With Emotionally Immaturity
December 26, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBIn this episode, Doryn chats with Dr. Lindsay Gibson, a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist. They talk about the effects that emotionally immature people (especially parents) can have on us even as adults, how we can manage our relationships with them and heal the conflicts that we’ve had with them. Dr. Gibson holds both a Masters and Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology. She has been a psychotherapist for over thirty years, working in diverse settings such as the Juvenile Court sys...
Coping With Emotional Immaturity
December 26, 2020 05:00 - 1 hour - 89.5 MBIn this episode, Doryn chats with Dr. Lindsay Gibson, a clinical psychologist and psychotherapist. They talk about the effects that emotionally immature people (especially parents) can have on us even as adults, how we can manage our relationships with them and heal the conflicts that we’ve had with them. Dr. Gibson holds both a Masters and Doctoral Degree in clinical psychology. She has been a psychotherapist for over thirty years, working in diverse settings such as the Juvenile Court sys...
Annie Potts: Wise Women Over 50
December 19, 2020 05:00 - 55 minutes - 76.1 MBToday we continue our Wise Women Over 50 Series with my friend, Annie Potts. Annie shares her life experience as a woman, a mother with a formidable career, and a wife, while we try to feed off of her amazing energy and wisdom. We share the funny story of how we met, as well as both my son’s and her son’s ADHD and her overall love and respect for women, equality and change. We laugh a lot too! Annie Potts is an award winning Hollywood actress, staring in many well known shows and movies, li...
Wise Women Over 50 - Annie Potts
December 19, 2020 05:00 - 55 minutes - 50.9 MBToday we continue our Wise Women Over 50 Series with my friend, Annie Potts. Annie shares her life experience as a woman, a mother with a formidable career, and a wife, while we try to feed off of her amazing energy and wisdom. We share the funny story of how we met, as well as both my son’s and her son’s ADHD and her overall love and respect for women, equality and change. We laugh a lot too! Annie Potts is an award winning Hollywood actress, staring in many well known shows and movies, li...
Finding Love In Your 30's and 40's
December 12, 2020 05:00 - 49 minutes - 45.9 MBMy wonderful guest and Author, Christine Chang shares her experience with dating before she found her husband. 'Is there something wrong with me?’ - the question that most women who are dating are asking themselves constantly. Christine was motivated by this feeling and chose to write her book so that women who experience the same thing will know that they’re not alone. I hope EVERYONE will listen to this episode, it's just two women in their 40's talking about finding love, but I share some...
Returning to Work In Your 40’s
December 05, 2020 08:18 - 39 minutes - 36.6 MBIn this episode, I am joined by Hilani Ellis, as we discuss practical ways to get back into the workforce in your 40’s. How do you know when you should get back? What career should you choose now? How do you find the job that fits you best? We touch on all these topics and many more. Hilani Ellis is the founder of Exceptional Admins, a company that helps executives find the perfect admins for their business. She has been coined a CEO Assistant Matchmaker by her clients because of her specia...
Real Deal on Perimenopause & Menopause
November 28, 2020 07:23 - 54 minutes - 50.5 MBIt is my honor to have Dr. Lee Cohen on for this episode. He is an expert in this field that has so many unknowns. Plus, he has been of huge help to me in understanding the struggles that I’ve shared in previous episodes, which some of you are also experiencing. We talk everything Perimenopause, PMDD, Menopause and much more. If you like this episode, please be sure to spread it around because I know it will bring relief to other women. Dr. Lee Cohen is director of the Center for Women's Me...
Tackling the Many Sides of Divorce, with Elise Pettus
November 21, 2020 09:21 - 49 minutes - 67.6 MBYou can be perfectly happy in your marriage and listen to this episode. Have you ever thought about being divorced? Don’t lie, we all have at some point! Even if just imagining a worst case scenario, everyone has thought about it. Divorce can be a really difficult process that can affect more people than just the couple involved. In this episode, we will discuss the reality of divorce, how to make it more manageable, how to find support and what practical steps to take for the best possible ...
Thinking About Divorce
November 21, 2020 09:21 - 49 minutes - 45.3 MBYou can be perfectly happy in your marriage and listen to this episode. Have you ever thought about being divorced? Don’t lie, we all have at some point! Even if just imagining a worst case scenario, everyone has thought about it. Divorce can be a really difficult process that can affect more people than just the couple involved. In this episode, we will discuss the reality of divorce, how to make it more manageable, how to find support and what practical steps to take for the best possible ...
Wise Women Over 50 Series
November 13, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBThis is the first episode of a larger series called “Wise Women Over 50”, where we’ll be joined by dynamic women who have successfully navigated the midlife transition and have come out stronger and wiser. They will be sharing their experiences, their knowledge, their ups and downs and the POSITIVE outcomes of their lives. What better way to kick of the series, then with Doryn's mother, Arlene. This is without a doubt the funniest episode we’ve had so far. Arlene is an amazing woman, very y...
Wise Women Over 50 - Interview 1 - Doryn's Mom, Arlene
November 13, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 83.5 MBThis is the first episode of a larger series called “Wise Women Over 50”, where we’ll be joined by dynamic women who have successfully navigated the midlife transition and have come out stronger and wiser. They will be sharing their experiences, their knowledge, their ups and downs and the POSITIVE outcomes of their lives. What better way to kick of the series, then with Doryn's mother, Arlene. This is without a doubt the funniest episode we’ve had so far. Arlene is an amazing woman, very y...
Wise Women Over 50 - Doryn's Mom, Arlene
November 13, 2020 22:00 - 1 hour - 55.8 MBThis is the first episode of a larger series called “Wise Women Over 50”, where we’ll be joined by dynamic women who have successfully navigated the midlife transition and have come out stronger and wiser. They will be sharing their experiences, their knowledge, their ups and downs and the POSITIVE outcomes of their lives. What better way to kick of the series, then with Doryn's mother, Arlene. This is without a doubt the funniest episode we’ve had so far. Arlene is an amazing woman, very y...
5 Tips To Getting Your Business Idea Started With Dawn Nadeau
November 07, 2020 09:04 - 43 minutes - 59.7 MBIn this episode, with Dawn Nadeau of Two Cents Riot, we touch on 5 practical and important steps for every woman who is thinking about starting a business. In addition to covering the business side, we also discuss the importance of self-awareness and acknowledging your strengths, weaknesses and passions before your launch. Dawn is a serial founder, an experienced businesswoman and she is super-passionate about helping other women to get started. She is a partner in TwoCents Riot, a company...