Women in the Middle®: Loving Life After 50 - Midlife Coach Podcast
358 episodes - English - Latest episode: 4 days ago - ★★★★★ - 242 ratingsWomen in the Middle® is a podcast for midlife women who are ready to hear some good news about being over 50! Suzy Rosenstein, MA and Master Certified Life Coach shares the good, bad, ugly, and sometimes downright hysterical about growing older and making the changes you want to make so you don't have regrets in your second chapter. As a midlife coach for women, Suzy shares an upbeat perspective along with coaching & guidance about self-care, career boredom, career change, entrepreneur lifestyle, happiness, relationships, mindset, empty nest, aging, and life transitions with a mix of guests, humor and no-nonsense. If you feel stuck in your midlife moment, get unstuck and clear about what you want at https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast-bundle/
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Ep 253: Women in the Middle and Midlife Transition
May 26, 2022 10:25 - 22 minutes - 24.5 MBWomen in the middle are women who have a lot in common. Being a woman in the middle can be a challenging time with midlife transition. Learning how to navigate this phase better and have more fun are ways to change everything. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-253-women-in-the-middle-and-midlife-transition/
Ep 252: Celebrating 1 Million Downloads! The Women in the Middle Podcast
May 19, 2022 10:00 - 19 minutes - 21.9 MBJoin us today to celebrate 1 million downloads of the Women in the Middle Podcast! Thank you to you, the listener, for your support, interest, and commitment to grow forward. If you weren’t interested in having the best next chapter ever, you wouldn’t be part of the Women in the Middle community. I’m so very grateful. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-252-celebrating-1-million-downloads-the-women-in-the-middle-podcast/
Ep 251: What You Can Learn When Someone Says “You’re Not Dead Yet” in Midlife
May 12, 2022 19:57 - 14 minutes - 16.3 MBJoin us today to consider the impact of a powerful and weird little expression commonly used in midlife, “You’re Not Dead Yet.” It seems so obvious and blunt; however, it’s often the perfect expression to give you a bit of a wake-up call to appreciate how you’re showing up in the world. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-251-what-you-can-learn-when-someone-says-youre-not-dead-yet-in-midlife/
Ep 250: Self Care and Productivity are Better Together in Midlife
May 05, 2022 05:46 - 16 minutes - 18.8 MBJoin us today to consider an important mindset shift around self-care and production. It’s common for many midlife women to think about self-care as separate from productivity, but does that mindset serve you the best? Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-250-self-care-and-productivity-are-better-together-in-midlife/
Ep 249: Your Surprising Realization about What’s Not Yet Done Yet in Midlife
April 28, 2022 08:50 - 17 minutes - 19.9 MBYou may have a surprising realization about what’s not done yet in your life in midlife. So many things related to the passage of time pop up at this age and stage, and this topic is one of them. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-249-your-surprising-realization-about-whats-not-yet-done-yet-in-midlife/
Ep 248: 5 Easy Steps to Amplify your Passion in Midlife
April 21, 2022 06:45 - 17 minutes - 19.4 MBLearning how to amplify your passion in midlife is a skill you won’t regret. The funny thing about focusing on your passion is that even though you want to, it’s not always that easy to accomplish. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-248-5-easy-steps-to-amplify-your-passion-in-midlife/
Ep247: 12 Obvious Signs that You’re Ready for an Exciting Change
April 14, 2022 08:08 - 23 minutes - 25.7 MBLearn the 12 obvious signs that you’re ready to make an exciting change in midlife. It’s funny how obvious the signs are, but also how easy it is to ignore them. Learn more: https://suzyrosensteing.com/ep247-12-obvious-signs-that-youre-ready-for-an-exciting-change/
Ep246: The Decision to go Vegan in Midlife with Michele Olender
April 07, 2022 06:04 - 52 minutes - 41 MBThe decision to go vegan in midlife can seem difficult. It turns out that the way you think about decisions like this becomes a huge part of the decision-making experience with all kinds of decisions and goals, not just going vegan or making dietary changes. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep246-the-decision-to-go-vegan-in-midlife-with-michele-olender/
Ep245: From Confusion to Clarity around Making a Hard Decision in Midlife
March 31, 2022 06:28 - 23 minutes - 26.3 MBGoing from confusion to clarity about making hard decisions in midlife can seem elusive. When you’re trying to make a decision, it’s pretty common to find yourself spinning and exceptionally unclear about what you want. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep245-from-confusion-to-clarity-around-making-a-hard-decision-in-midlife/
EP #244: When Your Unhelpful Thoughts Aren’t Obvious in Midlife
March 24, 2022 07:05 - 18 minutes - 20.5 MBUnhelpful thoughts and thought patterns aren’t always obvious in midlife. This is surprising to many because you like to think that you know how to help yourself accomplish your goals. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-244-when-your-unhelpful-thoughts-arent-obvious-in-midlife/
EP #243: Mind Drama & Senior Discounts in Midlife
March 17, 2022 06:21 - 17 minutes - 19.9 MBIt’s common to have some mind drama about the first time you’re offered a senior discount in midlife. It can surprise you and throw you for a loop. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-243-mind-drama-senior-discounts-in-midlife/
EP #242: How to Make New Friends after 50
March 10, 2022 07:12 - 16 minutes - 18.6 MBIt’s common to want to know how to make new friends after 50. This episode is about why you might be in this situation of not having the friendships you used to have and what to do about it. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-242-how-to-make-new-friends-after-50/
EP #241: Living on Autopilot in Midlife
March 03, 2022 07:02 - 17 minutes - 19.3 MBLiving on autopilot in midlife is a common experience for midlife women. This episode is about how to plan your way through autopilot thinking so you can be more intentional and decrease the likelihood of having regrets. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-241-living-on-autopilot-in-midlife/
EP #240: The Decision to Create your Life & Tell Your Story in Midlife with Michèle Dawson Haber
February 24, 2022 06:51 - 48 minutes - 38.4 MBIn midlife, one of the most important things you can do is create your life on purpose and tell your story, including to yourself. This isn’t always as easy or simple as it might seem. My guest today is Michèle Dawson Haber. Michèle works full-time as a labour relations professional but didn’t let that stop her from pursuing her dream to become a writer and getting published for the first time at age 55. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-240-the-decision-to-create-your-life-tell-you...
EP #239: The Choice to Leave Corporate in Midlife with Cheryl Dawson
February 17, 2022 06:53 - 41 minutes - 37.7 MBThe choice to leave your corporate job in midlife can be a stressful one, but also quite common. After you’ve had a career for 20+ years, you may want to continue learning and growing in a way that doesn’t seem possible anymore with your current job. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-239-the-choice-to-leave-corporate-in-midlife-with-cheryl-dawson/
EP #238a: Take the Midlife Panty Power Challenge!
February 10, 2022 07:07 - 7 minutes - 8.39 MBThis mini-episode is to invite you to an exciting and fun new midlife challenge. If you’re feeling stuck about self-care and have a plethora of pathetic panties, it’s perfect for you. It’s called the Midlife Panty Power Challenge and it starts February 14, 2022. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-238a-take-the-midlife-panty-power-challenge/
EP #238: Time Warp in Midlife
February 03, 2022 11:52 - 15 minutes - 17.5 MBIt’s common for the passage of time to feel different and faster in midlife. This can freak you out sometimes because it can be hard to understand how it’s affecting you. You can feel like you’re in a time warp. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-238-time-warp-in-midlife/
EP #237: The Choice to Celebrate your Life after 50: 1 Year Book Anniversary
January 27, 2022 06:45 - 19 minutes - 21.9 MBIt’s hard to believe that it’s been a year since my midlife book, 50 Ways to Celebrate Life after 50: Get Unstuck, Avoid Regrets and Live your Best Life, was published!
EP #236: The Choice to Challenge or Believe your Thoughts in Midlife
January 20, 2022 07:21 - 20 minutes - 22.3 MBWhat thoughts you believe automatically and what thoughts you challenge can dramatically change your life. Learn morehttps://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-236-the-choice-to-challenge-or-believe-your-thoughts-in-midlife/
EP #235: New Year Blues & Blahs in the Pandemic
January 12, 2022 22:08 - 24 minutes - 27.5 MBExperiencing the New Year in the Pandemic can surprise you because of blues and blahs. What that means is that you might feel off, a little down, or just not interested in setting the kinds of goals you might normally set or focus on. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com//ep-235-new-year-blues-blahs-in-the-pandemic/
EP #234: Part-Time Gig to Full-Time Gig in Midlife with Catherine Lazure
January 06, 2022 12:14 - 37 minutes - 31 MBA part-time career gig can be the perfect way to get clarity around a full-time career gig that you’re passionate about. My guest this week is Catherine Lazure. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-234-part-time-gig-to-full-time-gig-in-midlife-with-catherine-lazure/
EP #233: 4 Steps for a New Year’s Resolution about Feelings
December 30, 2021 07:11 - 13 minutes - 15 MBHere are 4 steps for a New Year’s resolution that’s about your feelings rather than simply what you will do or not do in the coming year. What’s so interesting is that this idea creates less resistance and is fun to explore. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-233-4-steps-for-a-new-years-resolution-about-feelings/
EP #232: Why Compare and Despair Doesn’t Serve You in Midlife
December 23, 2021 08:52 - 25 minutes - 28.2 MB“Compare and despair” doesn’t typically serve you in midlife. Comparing yourself to others can lead to a variety of negative emotions and can affect your confidence. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein./ep-232-why-compare-and-despair-doesnt-serve-you-in-midlife/
EP #231: How to Get Unstuck with a Vision Board in Midlife
December 16, 2021 07:31 - 28 minutes - 31.2 MBUsing a vision board as a tool to get unstuck in midlife is highly effective. It’s not just assembling the vision board that’s important; it’s also the preparation and the follow-up. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-231-how-to-get-unstuck-with-a-vision-board-in-midlife/
EP #230: Getting Unstuck in Midlife: Insights from Women in the Middle
December 08, 2021 22:44 - 49 minutes - 42.1 MBGetting unstuck in midlife is a goal for many amazing women over 50. When you’re feeling stuck, it’s hard to imagine how to get clarity and move through it. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-230-getting-unstuck-in-midlife-insights-from-women-in-the-middle/
EP #229: How to Survive and Thrive after a Midlife Divorce with Debbie Goin.
December 02, 2021 07:40 - 37 minutes - 30.2 MBA midlife divorce is one of those life transitions that can be really jarring, especially when you’ve been married for 20+ years. Many don’t think it’s possible to survive and thrive. My guest today is Debbie Goin. Debbie is a certified life coach and licensed Marriage and Family Therapist with over 20 years of experience. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-229-how-to-survive-and-thrive-after-a-midlife-divorce-with-debbie-goin/
EP #228: Old Year Resolutions: End-of-the-Year Goals that Work
November 25, 2021 07:23 - 16 minutes - 18.4 MBIn today’s episode, we take a look at your “old year resolutions” and how to turn them into end-of-the-year goals that work. Learn more: https://suzyrosentein.com/ep-228-old-year-resolutions-end-of-the-year-goals-that-work/
EP #227: 3 Steps to a Calm Thanksgiving in Midlife
November 18, 2021 07:46 - 17 minutes - 19.9 MBIn today’s episode, we take a look at three steps to a calm Thanksgiving in midlife and why it’s important to appreciate that this is even an option. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-227-3-steps-to-a-calm-thanksgiving-in-midlife/
EP #226: 3 Simple Tips to Be Positive on Purpose in Midlife
November 11, 2021 11:40 - 17 minutes - 17.8 MBIn today’s episode, we take a look at 3 simple ways to be positive on purpose in midlife and why this matters. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-226-3-simple-tips-to-be-positive-on-purpose-in-midlife/
EP #225: Having Fun with Thoughts About Aging & Your Aging Body with Dr. Heather Bartos
November 04, 2021 13:22 - 38 minutes - 32.2 MBIn today’s episode, you’ll squirm and learn all about how to have fun thoughts about aging and your aging body. My guest today is Dr. Heather Bartos. She’s a leading voice in the field of women’s health and wellness. She’s also the creator of The Me Spot™ Podcast and totally believes that women are badasses. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-225-having-fun-with-thoughts-about-aging-your-aging-body-with-dr-heather-bartos/
EP #224: The Challenge of Being a Home Cook in Midlife with Christine Pittman.
October 28, 2021 06:09 - 51 minutes - 45 MBIn today’s episode, you’ll learn about how to rethink cooking at home so that you actually like it more than you might expect. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-224-what-you-will-learn-about-the-challenge-of-being-a-home-cook-in-midlife-with-christine-pittman/
EP #223: 8 Strategies for More Gratitude in Midlife
October 21, 2021 07:07 - 29 minutes - 31.4 MBIn today’s episode, you’ll learn about how to learn to practice gratitude on purpose to create more happiness. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-223-8-strategies-for-more-gratitude-in-midlife/
EP #222: Welcome to the Women in the Middle Academy!
October 14, 2021 06:23 - 29 minutes - 32.1 MBIn today’s episode, you’ll learn about a brand new coaching program for midlife women, the Women in the Middle Academy. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-222-welcome-t…e-middle-academy/
EP #221: Authenticity in Midlife
October 07, 2021 07:04 - 24 minutes - 27.3 MBDo you have more authenticity in midlife than you did when you were younger? Many women our age don’t. This week’s episode on Women in the Middle, we take a look at why it’s a good idea to embrace being more authentic, especially in midlife. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-221-authenticity-in-midlife/
EP #220: Top 10 Questions to Reimagine Your Life After 50
September 30, 2021 08:39 - 15 minutes - 16.8 MBIt’s totally possible to ask yourself great questions and reimagine your life after 50. In fact, reimagining your life in your 50s is a great idea. Thinking about turning 50 and what your life will be like after 50 can throw you for a loop, so why not think about all kinds of options? Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-220-top-10-questions-to-reimagine-your-life-after-50
EP #219a: Take the Midlife Panty Power Challenge!
September 25, 2021 22:00 - 7 minutes - 7.96 MBThis mini-episode is to invite you to an exciting and fun new midlife challenge. If you’re feeling stuck about self-care and have a plethora of pathetic panties, it’s perfect for you. It’s called the Midlife Panty Power Challenge and it starts October 4, 2021. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-219a-take-the-midlife-panty-power-challenge
EP #219a: Take the Midlife Panty Power Challenge!
September 25, 2021 22:00 - 7 minutes - 7.96 MBThis mini-episode is to invite you to an exciting and fun new midlife challenge. If you’re feeling stuck about self-care and have a plethora of pathetic panties, it’s perfect for you. It’s called the Midlife Panty Power Challenge and it starts October 4, 2021. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-219a-take-the-midlife-panty-power-challenge
EP #219: Midlife Memories of Funny Little Lies from Childhood
September 23, 2021 06:26 - 16 minutes - 18 MBDid your parents tell you funny little lies when you were a kid? Today’s episode is about taking a playful romp down memory lane to explore a variety of these little lies or, as some might say, pieces of advice based on questionable facts. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-219-midlife-memories-of-funny-little-lies-from-childhood
EP #218: Exploring Online Community Building & Connections with Marilen Crump
September 16, 2021 10:35 - 38 minutes - 32.3 MBExploring online community building & connections is more important than ever before. Before the pandemic, who knew that something called “ZOOM” would wind up being a critical app for connection in so many of our lives! The online space, both professionally and personally, is creating so many interesting opportunities for connection. My guest today is Marilen Crump. Marilen has a ton of experience with community building. Learn more: https://suzyrosentein.com/ep-218-exploring-online-communit...
EP #217: The Experience of Forgetting Stuff in Midlife
September 09, 2021 06:23 - 17 minutes - 19.7 MBAre you forgetting more stuff now in midlife? It’s common to notice times that you forget something and wonder whether or not it’s normal. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-217-the-experience-of-forgetting-stuff-in-midlife
EP #216: Finally Get Organized in Midlife with Tracy Hoth
September 02, 2021 10:59 - 46 minutes - 39.6 MBYou can finally become more organized in midlife. But you have to believe it! My guest this week is Tracy Hoth. She’s been a professional organizer for 13 years and helped hundreds of women get organized in their homes and offices. She loves witnessing the magic as she helps her clients combine practical organizing strategies with transformational mindset tools to create the organized life (and home!) they've always wanted. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-216-finally-get-organize...
EP #215: Food, Alcohol & Your Decision to Drink Less in Midlife Angela Mascenik.
August 26, 2021 12:33 - 50 minutes - 43.8 MBIt’s so important to learn how to drink less and understand your relationship with food and alcohol in midlife. Over-drinking is common. There’s so much shame and stigma too. Fun times! What’s not common is allowing yourself to think about what you really want in midlife and make decisions from there. My guest today is Angela Mascenik, the founder of the Stop Over-drinking and Start Living Podcast as well as numerous stop over-drinking coaching programs for women. Learn more: https://suzyr...
EP #214: Write your First Book in Midlife with Lindsey Smith
August 19, 2021 11:11 - 50 minutes - 42.8 MBHave you been thinking about writing a book? You might be stuck because you don’t understand how to think about the decision to write your first book in midlife. My guest today is Lindsey Smith. She’s the Founder of One Idea Press and the Co-Founder of Get It Done Productions, a company specializing in writing, communication, marketing and publishing services. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-214-write-your-first-book-in-midlife-with-lindsey-smith
EP #213: How to Reimagine Coffee and Connection in Midlife with Sharlene Wilder
August 12, 2021 11:36 - 48 minutes - 40.8 MBWho knew that coffee could be reimagined to be an amazing way for more connection in midlife, even during the Pandemic? Today you’ll meet someone who did just that and it turned into the most delicious unexpected adventure! My guest today is Sharlene Wilder, someone who’s career as a professional event planner basically disappeared during the pandemic. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-213-how-to-reimagine-coffee-and-connection-in-midlife-with-sharlene-wilder
EP #212: How to Move from Passion to Purpose with Amy McLaren
August 05, 2021 12:23 - 57 minutes - 48.2 MBAre you longing to be clear about your passion and purpose in the world? This is a common struggle in midlife. My guest today is Amy McLaren, author of the new book, Passion to Purpose: A Seven-Step Journey to Shed Self-Doubt , Find Inspiration, and Change Your Life (and the World) for the Better. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-212-how-to-move-from-passion-to-purpose-with-amy-mclaren
EP #211: Why Self-Care Matters in Midlife
July 29, 2021 11:26 - 18 minutes - 20.6 MBDo you know why self-care matters midlife? If you’re like so many amazing women in the middle, you probably know that you should be prioritizing self-care, but you’re also procrastinating putting yourself first. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/ep-211-why-self-…tters-in-midlife/
EP #210: Getting Unstuck about Midlife Weight Loss with Corinne Crabtree
July 22, 2021 10:11 - 50 minutes - 44.3 MBDo you believe you can get unstuck about midlife weight loss? My guest today, Corinne Crabtree, is a Master Certified Life Coach with a mission to help every woman lose weight and live the exact life they want. Learn more: ep-210-getting-unstuck-about-midlife-weight-loss-with-corinne-crabtree
EP #209: Using Intuition to Make Better Decisions in Midlife with Lisa K
July 15, 2021 09:53 - 53 minutes - 48.1 MBMy guest this week is intuition expert, Lisa K. Lisa helps people trust their intuition to make better decisions. She does this by teaching others how to use the power of intuition in their decisions, so they no longer doubt themselves and feel confident moving forward. Learn more: ep-209-using-intuition-to-make-better-decisions-in-midlife-with-lisa-k
EP #208: Career Pivots & Digital Marketing Success with Kim Garst
July 08, 2021 12:00 - 51 minutes - 41.3 MBBeing open to career pivots is more important than you might think. Today you’ll meet someone who started out going in one direction, but for a variety of reasons, ended up making a huge pivot that brought her tremendous success. My guest today is Kim Garst, CEO of KG Enterprises and one of the world’s most retweeted people among digital marketers. Learn more: ep-208-career-pivots-digital-marketing-success-with-kim-garst
EP #207: Lessons My Dog Taught Me about Aging
July 01, 2021 10:04 - 18 minutes - 20.1 MBYour dog can teach you many life lessons, especially in midlife. I always knew the relationship with my dogs over the years were significant, but I didn’t really understand the whole extent. Through loving my dog, I realized several significant insights. Unconditional love is one of the most intense and life changing emotional experiences you can share with your dog. But there’s more; you can also learn to understand the way you’re more compassionate with body parts and age related changes...