223 🌟 Become a Thought SNOB: Breaking Free from Toxic Beliefs with Paula Swope

The Midlife Makeover Show – Empty Nest, Divorce, Health, Career, Self-Care, Empowered Women, Spiritual Growth, Mindset, Stress Management, Aging, Weight Loss, Menopause, Motivation, Life After 40

August 23, 2024 ∙ 61 mins
Episode 223

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In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Paula Swope, a remarkable self-empowerment guru and author of "Thought Snob: The Modern Spiritual Playbook for a Better Life."Paula's journey from raising $60 million for impoverished populations as a grant writer to becoming a beacon of self-empowerment is nothing short of inspiring.

 

Paula shares her transformative experience with the So Hum Meditation, a practice rooted in primordial sound meditation that uses the four soul questions: Who am I? What do I want? What is my purpose? What am I grateful for? She delves deep into how these questions can aid in conscious creation and offer scientifically backed health benefits.

 

Wendy and Paula discuss the power of changing one's thoughts and beliefs, the importance of emotional intelligence, and the journey of self-forgiveness. Paula’s candid recount of her past struggles and her path to self-discovery through meditation and positive thinking provides valuable insights for anyone looking to transform their life.

 

Get ready to gain clarity, insight, and an invisible coat of armor for your well-being as Paula guides us through her unique approach to self-empowerment.

 

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The Midlife Makeover Show – Empty Nest, Divorce, Health, Career, Self-Care, Empowered Women, Spiritual Growth, Mindset, Stress Management, Aging, Weight Loss, Menopause, Motivation, Life After 40

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223

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August 23, 2024

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    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Liene Uresina, a master of the subconscious mind and the brilliant entrepreneur behind the seven-figure blueprint. Liene shares her expertise as a certified hypnotherapist, bestselling author, and accomplished public speaker, with a mission to impact and empower 1 million lives.   Liene […]

  • 220 🌟 Mastering Midlife: Steve Hoffman on Retirement, Writing, and Living Fully

    In this captivating episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the multifaceted Steve Hoffman, a Minnesota tax preparer and award-winning food writer whose work has graced the pages of Food & Wine, the Washington Post, and the Minneapolis Star Tribune. Steve has also won the prestigious James Beard MFK Fisher Distinguished Writing […]

  • 219 🌟 The Menopause Metamorphosis: Andrea Donsky on Symptoms, Solutions, and Support

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Andrea Donsky, a renowned nutritionist and menopause expert. Andrea is revolutionizing the conversation around perimenopause and menopause, empowering women through her podcast, Menopause Reimagined, and her latest venture, Morphus.   Morphus helps women reimagine menopause as a journey of empowerment, providing support […]

  • 218 🏞️ RV Dreams and Realities: Erin Gordon & Wendy Valentine's Parallel Adventures

    In this captivating episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Erin Gordon, an editor and author of several books, including “Look What You Made Me Do” and “Peeps.”   Wendy and Erin share a wild, synchronistic story about how they connected, revealing uncanny similarities between Wendy’s life and the storyline of Erin’s […]

  • 217 🌟 Breaking Weight Loss Barriers: Brittany Watkins Reveals the Power of EFT

    In this eye-opening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Brittany Watkins, a renowned speaker, author, and creator of the Echo Tapping method. Brittany is a leading expert in emotional freedom techniques and has transformed the lives of over 100,000 women by addressing food cravings, emotional eating, and self-sabotage at their roots. […]

  • 216 🌟 Reimagining Midlife: Claire & James Davis on Love, Business, and Holistic Wellbeing

    In this inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the dynamic duo, Claire and James Davis, the masterminds behind the award-winning wellbeing company 38 Degrees North and the thriving midlife coaching business, The Midlife Mentors. With their charming accents and incredible insights, Claire and James share their remarkable journey of overcoming […]

  • 215 🌟 From Fatigue to Vitality: Tiffany Cagwin on Mindset Shifts and Self-Care Strategies

    In this energizing episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Tiffany Cagwin, a certified functional diagnostic nutrition practitioner, board-certified holistic health practitioner, and yoga teacher. Tiffany is a transformational coach dedicated to helping others shift their mindset, take action towards their goals, and embrace self-care. This conversation dives deep into the world […]

  • 214 🌟 The Playful Path: Yvonne Marchese's Secrets to Midlife Joy

    Welcome back to another fantastic episode of The Midlife Makeover Show! Today, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the dynamic and inspiring Yvonne Marchese, the incredible host of the Late Bloomer Living podcast and the Age Agitators Club for women. Yvonne is a speaker, professional photographer, and author whose book In Full Bloom: A Guide […]

  • 213 🌟 Breaking Free: Victoria Albina on Overcoming Codependency and Perfectionism

    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the incredible Victoria Albina, a dedicated nurse practitioner, life coach, and breathwork facilitator with over 20 years of experience in health and wellness. Victoria’s mission is to help women break free from codependency, perfectionism, and people-pleasing to reclaim their joy […]

  • 212 🌟 Reclaiming Visibility: Laura Pritchett on Midlife Narratives and Solo Journeys

    In this thought-provoking episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by Laura Pritchett, an accomplished author whose narratives beautifully capture the essence of the American West. Laura has written two nonfiction books and seven novels, including her latest, “Three Keys,” which captivates readers with its rich storytelling.   Laura delves into […]

  • 211 ✨ 30 Days to a New You: Jeanne Blasberg on Intuition, Adventure, and Midlife Transformation

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the award-winning and bestselling author Jeanne Blasberg. Jeanne’s novels, including “The Nine” and “Eden,” have garnered critical acclaim and prestigious awards. Her recent release, “Daughter of a Promise,” hit the shelves in April 2024. Jeanne is not only a literary star but […]

  • 210 📚 From Idea to Action: Nicole Meier's Guide to Writing Your Midlife Novel

    In this inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the acclaimed author and certified book coach, Nicole Meier. Nicole’s literary journey has captivated readers with her award-winning novels, including “The House of Bradbury,” “The Girl Made of Clay,” “The Second Chance Supper Club,” and her latest, “City of Books.” […]

  • 209 🌍 From Solo Mom to Global Nomad: Belinda Coker's Midlife Adventure

    In this inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Belinda Coker, an adventurer and storyteller whose life is a beacon of inspiration for women over 50. Belinda’s journey has taken her from the challenges of solo motherhood and navigating life post-menopause to a globe-trotting career filled with rich experiences. Now, she […]

  • 208 🌟 The Blueprint of You: Lori Lisai on Human Design for Midlife Women

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Lori Lisai, a Human Design mentor and alignment coach with an incredible journey of transformation. After a successful 26-year career in teaching, Lori followed her intuition and embarked on an entrepreneurial path to help midlife women break free from the burdens of […]

  • 207 🌟 The Art of Reinvention: Lucia Santa-Maria's Tips for Midlife Transformation

    In this inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the fabulous Lucia Santa Maria, an image consultant with a remarkable journey. With over three decades as an award-winning costume stylist in TV and film, Lucia has dressed characters and shaped visual stories, capturing the essence of personalities through attire. At 57, […]

  • 206 🔊 Amplify Your Midlife: Finding Your Voice and Passion with Julie Fry

    In this exciting episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine sits down with Julie Fry, the inspiring founder of Your Expert Guest, a podcast guest booking agency that empowers impactful women to amplify their voices without the grind of social media. Julie and her team have successfully booked thousands of interviews, including with […]

  • 205 🔥 Dying Trying: Jodi Wellman on Bold Living and the Power of Mortality

    In this eye-opening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the inspiring Jodi Wellman, a speaker, author, and facilitator dedicated to helping people live lives worth living. Jodi is the founder of Four Thousand Mondays, an initiative that emphasizes the preciousness of our time and the importance of making every day count. […]

  • 204 🌟 From Reality TV to Real Self-Discovery: Kelly Chase's Journey Beyond Love is Blind

    In this empowering episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we sit down with the effervescent Kelly Chase, a woman who wears many hats: entrepreneur, social influencer, speaker, and reality TV star from Netflix’s “Love is Blind.” Kelly isn’t just a familiar face from our screens; she’s the driving force behind Goddess Magic, a coaching program […]

  • 203 🌅 Navigating Life's Final Chapter: Hospice Nurse Julie's Guide to a Peaceful Transition

    In today’s episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy Valentine welcomes Julie McFadden, an experienced ICU and hospice nurse with a profound social media presence as Hospice Nurse Julie, boasting over 1.4 million TikTok followers. Julie brings her wealth of experience and compassionate insight to a topic many find difficult to discuss: death.   With […]

  • 202 💬 Permission to Speak: Finding Your Voice and Authority with Storytelling Maven Johanna Walker

    Embark on an enthralling journey into the heart of communication with Wendy Valentine and the remarkable Johanna Walker on The Midlife Makeover Show. Johanna, a masterful speaking and storytelling coach, shares her eclectic past and profound insights into the transformative power of storytelling. From her early days of silence to her triumphs on stage, Johanna’s […]

  • 201 🍇 Berry Your Weight Issues: Dr. Barnard's Power Foods Diet and ShaunĂŠ's Path to Losing 100 Pounds

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy Valentine is joined by the esteemed Dr. Neal Barnard, president of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine and adjunct professor of medicine at George Washington University School of Medicine. Dr. Barnard is here to discuss his revolutionary book, “The Power Foods Diet,” which offers a […]

  • 200 🌈 Everyday Awakenings: The Simple Power of 'Today I Noticed' with Willow & Deborah

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we’re joined by the creative duo Willow Older and Deborah Huber, who have crafted a remarkable mindfulness tool with their “Today I Noticed” practice. Their book, “Today I Noticed,” serves as a vibrant invitation to observe the world with fresh eyes, making the mundane magical and […]

  • 199 🎙️ Hormones Unmasked: Jenn Pike's Guide to Thriving Through Perimenopause and Beyond

    In this empowering episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the dynamic Jenn Pike, a medical exercise specialist and functionally integrative diagnostic nutritionist. As a best-selling author and the creator of transformative programs like the Hormone Project and the Audacious Woman, Jenn is a force of nature in the realm […]

  • 198 💖 From Self-Doubt to Self-Love: Embracing Body Positivity with Coach Anne-Sophie Reinhardt

    In this empowering episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the extraordinary Anne-Sophie Reinhardt, a mind-body and leadership coach who’s on a mission to help women leaders cultivate self-worth and embrace a positive body image. With her transformative strategies, Anne-Sophie guides women to harmonize their professional excellence with personal well-being, […]

  • 197 🌱 Cellular Rejuvenation: Dr. Bill Rawls' Journey from Chronic Illness to Herbal Healing Pioneer

    Embark on a journey to cellular rejuvenation with Dr. Bill Rawls on this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show. As a medical physician who faced his own health challenges, Dr. Rawls uncovered the profound impact of cellular wellness and now shares his insights with us. His book, “The Cellular Wellness Solution,” delves into the […]

  • 196 💡 Embracing Your Authentic Path: Heather Chauvin's Journey from Cancer to Courageous Living

    Prepare to embark on a transformative journey with Heather Chauvin, a leadership coach with a story that will leave you breathless and motivated to take control of your life. In this episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Heather shares her tale of survival and empowerment, diving deep into the cultural expectations that often derail our […]

  • 195 🍏 Empowering Your Health: Andrea Nakayama's Functional Approach to Conquering Chronic Illness

    In this riveting episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the inspirational Andrea Nakayama, a functional medicine nutritionist who is revolutionizing the way we approach health and healing.  After the tragic loss of her husband to a brain tumor, Andrea’s life took a turn that led her to discover the incredible power […]

  • 194 🧘‍♀️ Breathing Into Wholeness: Strategies for Overcoming Anxiety & Chronic Illness with Dr. Kim D'Eramo

    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we welcome back the insightful Dr. Kim D’Eramo, a beacon of mind-body medicine, and delve into how chronic illness, fatigue, and anxiety can be catalysts for profound personal growth and healing.   Dr. Kim, a best-selling author and founder of the American Institute of Mind Body […]

  • 193 🌿 The Art of Noticing: How Mary Jo Hoffman Turned Daily Nature Finds into a Mindful Photographic Ritual

    In today’s captivating episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the remarkable Mary Jo Huffman, a former aeronautical engineer who has reinvented herself as a visionary photographer and author. With a daily practice that has spanned over a decade, Mary Jo has transformed the ordinary into extraordinary, capturing the essence […]

  • 192 📕 The Write Path: Lynne Golodner's Secrets to a Midlife Literary Renaissance

    In this compelling episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine sits down with the multifaceted Lynne Golodner an author whose life is a testament to the power of words and transformation. Lynne, a prolific writer of nine books, including her recent releases “Woman of Valor” and “Cave of Secrets,” shares her journey from […]

  • 191 🫥 Defying the Invisible Woman Syndrome: Vicki Larson's Crusade for Midlife Empowerment

    In this empowering episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine sits down with Vicki Larson, an award-winning journalist and author who’s reshaping the narrative on aging and relationships for women. As the author of “Not Too Old for That: How Women Are Changing the Story of Aging” and co-author of “The New I […]

  • 190 🦸‍ Reawaken Your Superpowers: Discover the Superhero Within

    In this exhilarating episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine embarks on a mission to help you unleash the superhero within. After a year of meticulous research and soulful introspection, Wendy introduces the ultimate tool for self-discovery: the Superhero Quiz. Accessible at mysuperheroquiz.com, this engaging quiz is designed to reveal the superhero that […]

  • 189 💪 Mastering the Art of Persuasion: Nikki Rausch on Elevating Your Sales Game in Midlife

    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine sits down with the incomparable Nikki Rausch, CEO of Sales Maven, to demystify the art of selling in every aspect of life. With over 25 years of experience, Nikki is the go-to sales coach for entrepreneurs and small business owners seeking to refine […]

  • 188 💘 Love Unlocked: Sophy Singer's Guide to Conscious Dating & Self-Discovery

    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the insightful Sophy Singer, a beacon of conscious dating and the founder of Sophy Love, where she’s affectionately known as the conscious matchmaker. With her unique blend of authentic relating and internal family systems, Sophy guides individuals on a journey […]

  • 187 🔥 Reigniting the Spark After 50: Diane Gilman's Journey from Fashion Icon to Empowerment Evangelist

    In this invigorating episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is honored to welcome the indomitable Diane Gilman, a visionary redefining the essence of aging with style and audacity. At 78, Diane is just embarking on her thrilling third act, illustrating through her life and work that age is but a number when […]

  • 186 💛 Liquid Gold for Your Golden Years: Udo Erasmus on Transforming Health After 50

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is thrilled to present a conversation with Udo Erasmus, the acclaimed health pioneer and creator of Udo’s Choice line of products. From his dramatic beginnings as a child of war to becoming a trailblazer in the health and wellness industry, Udo’s life is […]

  • 185 🌟 From Empty Nest to Full Life: Allie Hill's Guide to Rediscovering Yourself & Seizing Your Second Act

    In this heartwarming episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the inspiring Allie Hill, a beacon of hope for empty nest moms. Allie transformed her sense of loss into a launchpad for her dreams, rekindling her love for writing, starting a blog, and becoming a life coach. From feeling lonely […]

  • 184 🌸 Guide to a Youthful Essence: From Facial Rejuvenation to Vaginal Renewal with Lana Kerr

    In this groundbreaking episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine sits down with the trailblazing Lana Kerr, founder and CEO of Lumisque and the brains behind the revolutionary CO2Lift. Lana’s passion for transformative skincare has led to the creation of products that not only rejuvenate the face but also offer a non-invasive solution […]

  • 183 🐠 Reeling in Vitality: How Sena Wheeler's Sea-to-Table Approach Transforms Midlife Diets

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine casts her net wide to reel in Sena Wheeler, co-founder of Sena Sea and a beacon of healthy living from a fifth-generation fishing family. Sena, with her master’s degree in nutrition and food science, dives deep into the ocean of knowledge surrounding the […]

  • 182 💃 Embracing the Power of Change: Midlife Revival and the Pursuit of Happiness with Holly Hughes

    In this empowering episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we’re celebrating National Women’s Day with the indomitable Holly Hughes. As an award-winning author, intuitive healer, and humanitarian, Holly embodies the spirit of resilience and change that we honor today. Host Wendy Valentine delves deep into Holly’s personal journey, her intuitive gifts, and her passion for […]

  • 181 🌶️ From Mom to Maven: Maria Sabando's Secrets to a Spiced-Up Midlife

    In this invigorating episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the effervescent Maria Sabando, a Georgetown University grad turned Italian diva, whose zest for life is as infectious as her culinary creations. As a mom, wife, chef, and yoga enthusiast, Maria has mastered the art of midlife with a dash of humor […]

  • 180 😇 Discovering Your Soul's Blueprint: The Journey of Spiritual Personality Typing with Nina Zapala

    In this deeply insightful episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine is joined by the vibrant Nina Zapala, an award-winning travel professional, author, and the creator of a groundbreaking approach to typology, spiritual personality typing. Nina’s journey from a high-flying career to a seven-year “life tsunami” led her to the realization that joy […]

  • 179 🦙 Alpaca Dreams and Midlife Adventures: Jane Lee Rankin's Tale of Transformation

    In this heartening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine invites us to the rustic charm of the Appalachian Mountains, where we meet the indomitable Jane Lee Rankin. Jane’s tale is not just one of courage and determination; it’s a masterclass in heeding the call of one’s dreams against the odds. At 37, […]

  • 178 💪 Sober and Strong: Unveiling the Path to a Vibrant, Alcohol-Free Life with Teri Patterson

    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we tackle a topic that’s both personal and prevalent: the journey to an alcohol-free life. Our host, Wendy Valentine, is joined by the inspiring Teri Patterson, a functional nutritionist and a Senior Coach with This Naked Mind, who has turned her passion for sobriety into a […]

  • 177 💫 Unveiling the Authentic You: Shattering the BS and Embracing Self-Discovery with Eileen Marder-Mirman

    In today’s transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Eileen Marder-Mirman, a New York state licensed mental health counselor and spiritual healing teacher, to help us chisel away the layers of societal expectations and uncover our true selves. With over 45 years of experience, Eileen integrates psychotherapy, spirituality, and meditation to […]

  • 176 👩‍👧 Crafting Lifelong Bonds: Nurturing Parent-Child Relationships at Every Stage with Andee Martineau

    In this heartfelt episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, join host Wendy Valentine as she explores the lifelong journey of parenting with the insightful Andee Martineau, a mother of six, reformed yeller, bestselling author, and the creator of Connect Method Parenting.   As we navigate the complex waters of maintaining and strengthening the parent-child bond […]

  • 175 🏠 From Clutter to Clarity: Designing a Home That Embraces Your Midlife Renaissance with Marni Jameson

    In this life-affirming episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we’re embracing the art of home and life reinvention with the delightful Marni Jameson, a syndicated home design columnist, award-winning journalist, and author of the transformative book “Rightsize Today to Create Your Best Life Tomorrow.” Marni’s expertise and humor have captivated millions, and she’s here to […]

  • 174 😴 Melatonin Mastery: Exploring Melatonin's Multifaceted Role with Dr. Deanna Minich

    In this insightful episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine delves into the world of melatonin with Dr. Deanna Minich, a seasoned nutrition scientist and author. As many of our listeners navigate the choppy waters of perimenopause and menopause, understanding the role of melatonin becomes increasingly important for maintaining healthy sleep patterns and […]

  • 173 🧠 Beyond Memory Loss: Secrets to Dementia Prevention with Dr. Mitchell Clionsky

    In this vital episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we delve into the world of cognitive health and dementia prevention with the esteemed Dr. Mitchell Clionsky, author of “Dementia Prevention: Using Your Head to Save Your Brain.” As a board-certified neuropsychologist with a remarkable track record of treating over 20,000 patients alongside his wife and […]

  • 172 💟 The Art of Thriving Relationships: 6 Ingredients for Lasting Love with Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh

    In this enlightening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we’re honored to host the esteemed Dr. Sara Nasserzadeh, a renowned author, speaker, and expert in human sexuality and relationships. With her PhD in social psychology, Dr. Nasserzadeh has dedicated her career to enhancing relational health and fostering thriving connections. She brings to the table her […]

  • 171 🎯 Targeting Weight Loss: A Journey Through Self-Sabotage with Tanja Shaw

    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, join host Wendy Valentine as she welcomes the inspiring Tanja Shaw, a functional health coach, kinesiologist, and weight loss expert for a deep dive into self-love and self-care. As Valentine’s Day casts a spotlight on the love we share with others, Tanja redirects the focus to […]

  • 170 💓 3 Steps to Elevate Your Emotional Energy with Wendy Valentine

    In this heartfelt mini-sode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we celebrate the spirit of Valentine’s Day with a twist, exploring the ABCs of emotional energy with your host, Wendy Valentine. As we approach the day of love, Wendy invites us to consider the power of choosing love every day, not just on February 14th. With […]

  • 169 🗝️ Unlocking Your Intuitive Path with Julia Harrell

    In this stirring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we’re joined by Julia Harrell, a clairvoyant and spiritual development coach dedicated to empowering highly sensitive individuals, empaths, and intuitives. Julia’s remarkable journey from the noise of rock drumming to the tranquility of meditation reveals the transformative power of embracing one’s sensitivities and pursuing spiritual awakening. […]

  • 168 ✨Redefining Success: Gen X Women's Guide to Purpose with April Roberts

    Dive into the world of financial empowerment and personal growth with The Midlife Makeover Show’s latest episode featuring the dynamic April Roberts. As a former attorney and financial advisor turned entrepreneurial mentor, April shares her journey from the high-pressure corporate world to a life of abundance, love, and alignment. She brings her unique insights to […]

  • 167 📆 Beyond Dry January: Sustaining Sobriety with Casey Davidson

    Settle in for a transformative and candid conversation on The Midlife Makeover Show as we welcome Casey McGuire Davidson, a life and sobriety coach who is reshaping the narrative around alcohol and its impact on our lives. With a staggering 1.3 million downloads on her Hello Someday podcast for sober-curious women, Casey brings a wealth […]

  • 166 💪 Empower Your Impact: Aligning Life and Work with JJ DiGeronimo

    Embark on a journey of self-discovery and empowerment with JJ DiGeronimo, a distinguished career strategist, light worker, and three-time award-winning author. In this eye-opening episode, JJ shares her transformative insights on overcoming self-doubt, aligning with life’s work, and harnessing the power of mindfulness to illuminate your path forward. Whether you’re struggling with a midlife transition […]

  • 165 ☝️It Only Takes One to Heal a Marriage with Larry Bilotta

    Join us in an eye-opening discussion with Larry Bilotta, the man who cracked the code to healing a marriage single-handedly. Learn about his unique approach that saved his own marriage and how it can potentially save yours too. Dive deep into a conversation that challenges traditional beliefs and offers a new path to relationship transformation. […]

  • 164 🌟 Kickstart Your Health and Weight Loss Journey Now with Lahana Vigliano

    In this transformative episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, we dive deep into the world of holistic health and nutrition with the vibrant Lahana Vigliano, CEO + founder of Nuvitru Wellness and a board-certified clinical nutritionist.   As we unpack the staggering statistic that 81% of people abandon their New Year’s resolutions by the end […]

  • 163 😍 Discover 8 Happiness Hacks for Instant Joy

    Embark on a journey to reclaim your joy with the debut of The Midlife Makeover Minisode series! In this inaugural minisode, Wendy Valentine, your guide to midlife transformation, shares eight powerful Happiness Hacks to swiftly turn a bad day around. From the art of self-kindness to the therapeutic embrace of nature, Wendy imparts practical, actionable […]

  • 162 🍾 Beyond the Bottle: Nutrition's Role in Alcohol-Free Living with Dr. Brooke Scheller

    Join us in a heartfelt conversation with Dr. Brooke Scheller, Doctor of Clinical Nutrition, the founder of Functional Sobriety, and the author of How to Eat to Change How You Drink, who brings a new perspective to sobriety by intertwining it with clinical nutrition. Whether you’re sober curious or determined to uphold your New Year’s […]

  • 161 ☯️ Hormone Harmony: Thrive Through Menopause with Jessica Green

    Dive into the world of holistic health with Jessica Green, an Integrative Health Practitioner who shares her transformative journey from corporate stress to wellness warrior. Discover how functional medicine labs and natural rebalancing can revolutionize your health, especially through perimenopause and menopause. This episode is a beacon of hope for anyone seeking to navigate midlife […]

  • 160 📖 Divorce Your Story: A New Chapter Begins with Tonya Carter

    Join us as Tonya Carter, Marriage & Relationship Exit Strategist and author of “Divorce Your Story”, takes us through her personal and professional insights on thriving after divorce. Learn how to navigate the emotional aftermath, set new boundaries, and rebuild a life filled with purpose and joy.   🎙 Listen to the Podcast! http://themidlifemakeovershow.com   […]

  • 159 🤑 Clearing the Money Fog: Empowering Your Finances with Mikelann Valterra

      From understanding the origins of your money beliefs to crafting a nourishing spending plan, our conversation with Mikelann Valterra is a must-listen for anyone looking to take charge of their financial destiny. Mikelann is an author, speaker, and master money coach who helps women around the world rise above the money fog, transform their […]

  • 158 🌿 Healing Depression & Releasing Trauma: A Path to Inner Peace with Amy B. Scher

    Embark on a life-changing conversation with Amy B. Scher, an expert in mind-body healing and bestselling author of four books, including How to Heal Yourself from Depression When No One Else Can. Discover how to navigate the midlife landscape by reconnecting with your true self and finding joy amidst life’s challenges. Drawn from her own […]

  • 157 ✂️ Cutting Out the BS: A Journey to Self-Discovery with Laura Foster

    After witnessing her parents and only sibling succumb to ill health, tragedy, and depression, Laura Foster made a decision to make critical, calculated changes that completely transformed her life. What followed was a massive shape shift in Laura’s physical, mental, and spiritual well-being that rippled across every part of her story and those around her. […]

  • 156 💃🏼 Awaken Your Desires & Embody Your Feminine Truth with Tara Marino

    After tragically losing her newborn son, Tara Marino, Founder & CEO of Elegant Femme, turned inward, uncovering the beauty and abundance around her, and slowly but surely returned to wholeness. Miraculously, that journey revealed her life’s purpose –– to support women as they awaken the truth of their feminine souls. In this episode, you will […]

  • 155 🔄 Your Relationship with Food: A Holistic Health Makeover with Ali Shapiro

    Ready for a truce with food? In this insightful conversation with expert guest, Ali Shapiro, a holistic nutritionist, integrated health coach, host of the Insatiable podcast, and rebel with a serious cause, you will learn the proven methodology to discover, release and rebalance your relationship with food. Ali is academically, practically, and empathetically aware of […]

  • 154 🍫 Raising the Bar to Menopause with Julie Gordon White and MenoWell Energy + Protein Bars

    In this inspiring episode, Julie Gordon White shares her personal struggle with menopause symptoms like hot flashes and sugar cravings, and how she channeled that experience into creating MenoWell Energy + Protein bars. MenoWell, named an Oprah Daily Best Menopause Product are delicious plant-powered, low calorie, gluten-free snacks formulated to help women manage sugar cravings, shed […]

  • 153 🏠 Home Design for Life’s Next Chapter with Kami Gray

    Whether you are desiring a new fresh look in your home or a new fresh career in your life, today’s episode offers the guidance you need to design a home that you love. Our guest expert is Kami Gray, Founder of Kami Gray Interiors, host of the Psychologie of Home Podcast, Author of Home Matters, […]

  • 152 🐦 Rediscovering Yourself After the Kids Leave Home with Kristin Svets

    In this episode, I speak with Kristin Svets about navigating the transition of an empty nest. Kristin shares her own struggles and learnings around letting go, prioritizing self-care, and personal growth when her kids left home. She offers tips like reframing negative thoughts, trying new practices like meditation and yoga, and living intentionally. Tune into […]

  • 151 🥰 Saving Your Vibrant Vagina from Painful Sex, UTIs & Incontinence with Kate Wells & Parlor Games

    Kate Wells pulls back the curtain on common but rarely discussed women’s health issues – painful sex, UTIs and vaginal dryness. She recounts her dear friend’s struggle and how her estriol cream provided sweet relief. Out of this, Parlor Games was born to support women through hormone changes with topical creams that are safe, effective […]

  • 150🪞Fitness Guru Brings Medical Expertise to Interactive Mirror with Laisha Ames

    Get ready to revolutionize your at-home fitness routine with personal trainer Laisha Ames! In this energizing episode, Laisha shares her decades of experience helping clients meet their fitness goals through customized programs. Learn all about the game-changing Circolo Mirror and how its virtual training and accountability features are taking personalized workouts to the next level. […]

  • 149 💘 Discover the Secrets to Finding Lasting Love with Dating Coach Evan Marc Katz

    Premier dating coach Evan Mark Katz joins The Midlife Makeover Show to discuss modern dating struggles and how to find love in today’s complex world. With 20 years of experience, Evan provides invaluable insights into avoiding common mistakes, building confidence after heartbreak, and recalibrating your approach to choose better partners. Tune in for Evan’s brilliant […]

  • 148 🔍 Finding Purpose Through Life’s Challenges with Tracy L. Smoak

    In this inspiring episode, I am joined by author Tracy Smoak who overcame life’s obstacles to find her true passion. After a difficult divorce and an unsuccessful second marriage, Tracy rediscovered herself and her love of writing. She encourages listeners to identify their innate talents and live a life of purpose and meaning. Enjoy the […]

  • 147 🌱 Midlife Gains: Growth Through Change with Maryann LoRusso

    This week on The Midlife Makeover Show, it’s all about embracing the possibilities of midlife as a time of freedom, self-awareness and sharing your gifts. I interviewed inspiring guest Maryann LoRusso, creator of the More Beautiful Project. We discuss moving past fears about aging to focus on gains like wisdom and perspective. Maryann shares how […]

  • 146 🧗‍♂️ From Near-Death to World Record Holder: Lessons from the Edge with Jenn Drummond

    After a near-death experience, mother of seven, Jenn Drummond, decides to start climbing mountains as a way to embrace life’s possibilities instead of living in fear. Despite having no mountaineering experience, she takes on the challenge of climbing the second highest summits on every continent to set a world record. We follow her harrowing journey […]

  • 145 🪀 Tired of Yo-Yo Dieting? Lose the Weight & Gain a New Life with Joe Hoye

    Tired of yo-yo dieting and gimmicky weight loss plans? Look no further! In this game-changing episode, I had the pleasure of interviewing fitness guru, Joe Hoye, who is on a mission to help women in midlife lose weight for good. Joe debunks common diet myths and explains his unique methodology of fixing metabolism first by […]

  • 144 😊 Resolving Chronic Pain & Illness: Exploring the Fascia with Anna Rahe and GST Body

    Today you will meet fascia expert, Anna Rahe, founder and CEO of GST Body. Anna provides extensive details on fascia, the connective tissue found throughout the body that wraps around muscles, organs and bones. She explains that while fascia was once dismissed as unimportant, research now shows it impacts chronic pain, injuries, autoimmune complications, metabolism, […]

  • 143 💪 Embracing Change: How to Transform Your Life After Divorce with Karen McMahon

    Maybe you’re thinking of divorce, you’re in the midst of divorce, or your divorce papers are already signed. No matter where you fall on the divorce scale, today’s episode reveals that divorce doesn’t have to be dreadful at all. Oh no. It can be the complete opposite actually. If you allow it to be.    […]

  • 142 BONUS LIVE ✨ Discover the Secrets to a Flawless Complexion with Dr. Yug Varma and Phyla

    Hormonal changes in midlife can change our skin and change how we face the world. As we go through perimenopause and menopause, many of us can experience unwanted and embarrassing acne that can affect our confidence and skin health. Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE with Dr. Yug Varma, the founder […]

  • 141 😴 Sleep Your Way to Better Health with Morgan Adams

    After nearly a decade struggling with insomnia and dependence on sleeping pills, Morgan overcame her sleep troubles and became a certified holistic sleep coach. She now helps other women improve their sleep naturally after learning firsthand how critical sleep is for health. Morgan shares her personal story of insomnia, prescription pill reliance, and finally achieving […]

  • 140 🌻 Say Goodbye to Cancer: Unlock Natural Holistic Healing with Katrina Foe

    Meet the bold, beautiful and brave, Katrina Foe, a Board Certified Holistic Nutritionist specializing in Integrative Oncology who became a practitioner after putting her own breast cancer into remission 100% naturally. Katrina specializes in helping women overcome cancer naturally and balance their bodies to avoid the chances of recurrence. Her passion is to help you use […]

  • 139 💜 Honoring Your True Self by Removing Energetic Clutter with Tanya Cole-Lesnick

    Struggling with feelings of being unlovable, psychotherapist Tanya Cole-Lesnik, found her way to healing through the power of group therapy. Today on The Midlife Makeover Show, Tanya talks about her journey of self-discovery.   As a young woman, Tanya’s limiting beliefs were sabotaging her ability to form lasting relationships. When her therapist Bonnie suggested also […]

  • 138 👩‍⚕️ Empower Women’s Health: Insights from a Healthcare Advocate with Susan Salenger

    Meet Susan Salenger, author of Sidelined: How Women Can Navigate a Broken Healthcare System. Sidelined explores the various hurdles women must jump to get the healthcare they want. It examines the many ways in which women have been conditioned not to act in their own best interest when it comes to their health. Susan emphasizes getting second […]

  • 137 💎 The Art and Science of Looking Younger ✨ with Dr. Carolyn Chang

    Feeling less than fabulous as the years pass you by? Join me for an empowering chat with Dr. Carolyn Chang, the renowned plastic surgeon who shares her expertise on helping women feel confident in their aging bodies. This Bay Area beauty expert is spilling all the tea on helping women look as great as they […]

  • 136 LIVE 🍷 Raise a Glass to Women Winemakers! Unveiling the Wines of Italy & France with Marilee Bramhall

    Cheers to women winemakers! Did you know that up to 80% of wine purchases in the U.S. are made by women, but only 15% of the winemakers worldwide are women? Gasp!   Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE when I interview Marilee Bramhall, founder of Iola Wines, a wine club that […]

  • 135 💘 Finding Love at Midlife: The Ultimate Guide to Successful Dating with Marni Battista

    Wendy Valentine interviews relationship expert Marni Battista, founder of Dating with Dignity, who shares her journey of self-discovery after her 17-year marriage ended in divorce and successfully dated again in today’s complex social environment. Marni understands what it feels like to be lonely and sick of wasting time going on dates and having relationships with […]

  • 134 👥 Perfectionism and Codependency: Breaking Free from People-Pleasing with Susie Pettit

    Susie Pettit shares her transformative journey from people-pleasing unhappiness to self-discovery, detailing her difficult upbringing and abusive marriage. After a tragic loss, Susie has an awakening, divorces despite family opposition, and emerges stronger through mindfulness. Pulling no punches, she shares searing wisdom on boundaries, perfectionism, and codependency. Susie now helps other women through her Love […]

  • 133 😊 Done with Dieting: A Path to Better Health with Elizabeth Sherman

    Today’s guest on The Midlife Makeover Show is Elizabeth Sherman, a Master Certified Health & Life Coach who is passionate about helping women improve their health. Wendy and Elizabeth discuss how women can tune into their bodies’ needs instead of society’s demands. Though life has challenges, Wendy finds self-care gives her strength. Elizabeth agrees being […]

  • 132 LIVE ♥️ It’s Never Too Late to Build Your Dream Business with Leslie Kuster

    Excited to inspire women at midlife, Wendy Valentine and Leslie Kuster stream The Midlife Makeover Show live on YouTube. Leslie and Wendy encourage women to live authentically, shine their bright light, embrace money and build their dream business!   Leslie is the best-selling author of 7 Keys to 7 Figures: The Women Entrepreneurs’ Guide to […]

  • 131 💵 Releasing Money Blocks and Finding Abundance with Hanna Bier

    Hanna Bier, an energy healer, life coach and author of the book, Wealth From Within, joins The Midlife Makeover Show to discuss creating a healthy relationship with money. She shares how she helps clients transform their relationship with money through clearing energy blocks and limiting beliefs. Hanna explains how money represents a form of self-love […]

  • 130 ☀️ Relationships Reimagined: Lessons from Divorce and Beyond with Bradley Richardson

    No one really prepares us for the relationship roller coaster ride at midlife. Between the birdies leaving, parents dying, friendships fading, and marriages dissolving, many of us struggle with our relationships at midlife. Thankfully, we have badass people in the world like Bradley Richardson to help us get through the muck of it all.   […]

  • 129 💡 Dream Big, Plan Smart: Expert Financial Tips for a Secure Future with Lisa Crosta

    Lisa Crosta, financial expert and Director of Wealth Management of BPP Wealth Solutions, joins Wendy Valentine on her podcast to share how she helps clients achieve their dreams through strategic money management. Wendy shares her inspiring story of overcoming debt and divorce to travel the country in an RV. They discuss how gaining control of […]

  • 128 🦸‍♀️ Conquering Clutter, Finding Freedom & Organizing Your Best Self with Star Hansen

    Get ready for an inspiring yet practical discussion on the life-changing magic of decluttering. Organizing guru, Star Hansen, joins midlife minimalist, Wendy Valentine, to explore the emotional side of letting go of stuff. They discuss grieving past versions of ourselves, embracing change, and finding freedom. Star reveals her unique path to becoming an organizing expert […]

  • 127 ♥️ Mastering Your Metabolism at Midlife with Lara Frendjian

    Lara Frendjian, a Registered Holistic Nutritionist passionate about empowering women over 40, joins The Midlife Makeover Show to share her Triple M Method for balancing hormones, boosting metabolism, and mastering intuition. Lara reveals simple yet powerful lifestyle shifts like strength training and moving intuitively based on what your body needs. Lara and I agree that […]

  • 126 🌱 Revolutionary Approach to Anxiety, Addiction, PTSD & Depression Treatment with Matt Zemon

    As we evolve in this day and age, we are discovering more creative and innovative methods on how to heal from anxiety, depression, PTSD, addiction, and trauma. Thanks to our guest today, Matt Zemon, you will learn about a revolutionary approach to overcome the pain and suffering from mental health issues. You will also hear […]

  • 125 🔒 Menopause Made Easy: Unlocking HRT Solutions with Dr. Cat Brown & Winona

    Dr. Cathleen Brown’s passion for helping women shines through as she describes her journey to becoming a physician and leading Winona, a telemedicine platform providing bioidentical hormone therapy. She explains how Winona’s tailored treatments offer relief for distressing menopause symptoms. Dr. Brown walks through the process of accessing Winona’s services, from an initial questionnaire to […]

  • 124 🦴 Strong Bones for Life: Understanding the Causes & Solutions of Osteoporosis with Dr. John Neustadt

    Make no bones about it, you need healthy bones! As a matter of fact, people spend more time in a hospital because of osteoporosis than for diabetes, heart attacks and breast cancer. On today’s episode, you will learn how to build strong bones, so you can move your magnificent body through midlife! You will meet […]

  • 123 📈 Achieving Financial Independence After Divorce with Leah Hadley

    One of the biggest challenges about divorce is regaining your financial independence. It’s difficult, but it’s not impossible. Thanks to women like Leah Hadley! Leah is Founder and CEO of Great Lakes Divorce Financial Solutions, and she is on a mission to provide women compassionate financial guidance before, during, and after a divorce, to help […]

  • 122 ⚒️ Learn a Hands-On Method for Embracing Change and Rebuilding Your Life with Shelly Miller Leer

    Change can be difficult, but change is necessary for you to evolve, grow and move forward in your life. On today’s episode, you will learn how to move through the changes in your life, so you can grow through the changes in your life. Our guest, Shelly Miller Leer, author of The Little Upholstery Book […]

  • 121 🥾 Rise, Rebuild & Rediscover: Conquering Life’s Challenges & Finding Freedom with Linda Magoon

    Whether it’s rising up to a new career in your fifties, rebuilding your life after divorce, or rediscovering your true self, we all have mountains to climb at midlife.   On today’s show, you will meet Linda Magoon, author of “Live Free and Hike: Finding Grace on 48 Summits”, a bold and brave woman who […]

  • 120🕺Discover the Secrets to Confident Midlife Dating with Celeste Moore

    No matter if you are hitched or unhitched, today’s episode with Celeste Moore, a personal image and dating consultant, will help you up your game and discover your desirability in your relationships. Celeste is like the female version of Will Smith in Hitch! She provides her clients the confidence they need by helping them look […]

  • 119 🥊 When Life Knocks You Down: 4 Steps to Slay Your Struggles & Roll with the Punches

    Have you ever received a phone call with bad news, got laid off from your job, dropped the casserole on the floor, got pulled over for a speeding ticket, served with divorce papers, or had one big crappy day? Yep. Me, too!   We have all encountered those tough moments in life when you want […]

  • 118 🛑 Stop Self-Abandonment, Start Self-Love & Become the Ultimate YOU with Sarah Sapora

    How much of your life have you chronically underestimated yourself, your worth and your strength? How many opportunities and happy moments passed you by because you abandoned yourself? It’s time to stop the self-abandonment and start the self-love, so you can spend the second half of your life believing in yourself, being authentic, and feeling […]

  • 117 🌹The Secrets to Age-Defying Beauty for Midlife: Unlock Your Radiant Skin with Amy Wall

    Welcome to midlife and welcome to wrinkles! It’s all the craze these days to jump on the Botox bandwagon and freeze the aging process to our beautiful faces, but there is a healthier way to care for the midlife skin you’re in.   On today’s show, you will meet Amy Wall, an award-winning Esthetician and […]

  • 116 ⚙️ You’re Never Too Old to Shift Gears and Change Careers with MK Stahl

    Midlife is a new season in life –– a season to make reason out of what no longer brings you value and fulfillment, which for many of you, could be your career. You may currently have a career that gives you a steady paycheck, a healthy 401k, and a nice dental plan, but it does […]

  • 115 🦸‍♀️ 4 Steps to Rule Your Midlife: How to Break & Make Your Own Rules

    Do you rule your life or does life rule you? It’s time to break the BS rules set by society, religion, friends, family, neighbors, culture, politics, social media, and even the rules set by yourself that limit who you are and how you live your life.   Midlife is a great time to get curious […]

  • 114 😇 Become Your Own Guru: Tap into Your Inner Guide & Live an Empowered Life with Dr. Karin Luise

    If you are feeling disconnected from your soul, pretending to be happy when you’re not, or unsure of what step to take next in your life, today’s episode will help you get reconnected to your highest self and taking that next step towards a greater life. Our guest, Dr. Karin Luise, award-winning author, speaker, master […]

  • 113 💪 Lose Your Menopausal Belly Fat & Shape Your Midlife Body with Megan Dahlman

    Today’s guest, Megan Dahlman, will teach you the four causes of menopausal belly fat and how to care for your midlife body. With a degree in Exercise Science and a Certified Strength and Conditioning Specialist, she has an uncanny ability for taking complicated aspects about your body, and making them simple, doable, and actually sustainable. You […]

  • 112 🌻 Mastering Midlife: Creating Your New Purpose Driven Playbook with Shibani Joshi

    “Now what?” is a question many of us ask when we reach midlife. The nest is empty, you’re reaching retirement, and the bucket list is full of unchecked boxes. Today’s guest, Shibani Joshi, founder of Boldly-Forward and journalist for ABC News, CNBC, and Fox Business, is here to guide you towards discovering the answers to […]

  • 111 💸✨Elevate Your Wealth and Confidence: Empowering Women to Thrive with Jen Sapel

    Today you will meet Jen Sapel, founder of Utor Wealth and host of the Money Confidence podcast as she shares her insights, wisdom, and techniques from 20 years in financial services and her personal story of living with a mother who struggled financially after divorce. This episode will illuminate how your past shaped your current […]

  • 110 💔 Walking the Path of Suicide Loss, Trauma & Grief with Suzanne Anderson

    Life leads many of us onto the path of trauma and loss, and walking that path can lead us to our greatest selves. Our guest today, Suzanne Anderson, psychologist and author, courageously walked that path when her beloved husband committed suicide. In her new book, “You Make Your Path by Walking: A Transformational Field Guide […]

  • 109 🔥 Give Yourself Permission to Shine & Reignite Your Inner Fire with HeatherAsh Amara

    Is your inner fire shining brightly or is it barely burning at all? Have you lost your luster and shine? On today’s fiery show with author and inspirational speaker, HeatherAsh Amara, you will reconnect with your inner fire and discover the places you have scattered it, dampened it, or given it to other people. Plus, […]

  • 108 💃 Frumpy to Fabulous at Midlife: The Faster Way to Fat Loss with Amy Wilson

    Midlife brings so many changes to our lives, and especially to our bodies. But not the changes we want. Wonky hormones, weight gain, and inflammation can take over our bodies and wreak havoc. It’s time for good changes and good results!   Our guest, Amy Wilson, a Board-Certified Geriatric Pharmacist, a certified fitness professional, and […]

  • 107 ❤️‍🩹 Heal From Your Past, Extract Lessons From Your Traumas & Fall in Love with Yourself with Jana Wilson

    Enjoying the present and moving onto your future can be challenging when your past continues to hold you back in life. Today’s guest, Jana Wilson, will help you break free from the shackles of your past by reconnecting to your inner child and tapping into your Spirit.   Jana Wilson is an emotional healing educator, […]

  • 106 🧳 Unleash Your Wanderlust and Discover the World with Founder of Women Traveling Abroad, Karamel McCoy

    Got wanderlust, but don’t want to wander alone? Are you craving an epic vacation, but don’t have anyone to go with you? If traveling solo is a no-go, then today’s guest has a solution! Today you will meet Karamel McCoy, founder of Women Travel Abroad, a boutique women’s travel group. Women Travel Abroad leads intimate […]

  • 105 💵 Turn Your Unneeded Life Insurance Policy Into Serious Cash with David Rosell

    Need some money honey? Today we are talking about turning your unneeded life insurance policy into serious cash. This is cash that could pay off debt, use towards your retirement, take a family vacation, or whatever your heart desires! Our guest expert is David Rosell, founder and president of Rosell Wealth Management, and author of […]

  • 104 🥰 The Many Modern Ways to Define and Create Family with Julia Karol

    How do you define family? Has your family changed over the decades and the definition of family has changed as well? On today’s show, you will meet Julia Karol, a mom, creative leader, warm friend, animal lover, champion of alternative families, and host of the podcast, Stork’d. Stork’d is one woman’s exploration to discover the […]

  • 103 🤩 Tom Cruise’s Divorce Lawyer, Marilyn Chinitz, on How to Renew Your Life After Divorce

    Brace yourself, because our guest today is powerhouse NYC divorce attorney Marilyn Chinitz, who represents A-list celebs such as Tom Cruise, Michael Douglas, and Wendy Williams. Whether you are going through a divorce or not, today’s guest will help you flip the negative to a positive and shift your perspective about going through changes in […]

  • 102 🛑 How to Spot a Narcissist and Stop Them from Ruining Your Life with Kerrie Droban-Zhivago

    Are you struggling in a relationship with a narcissist? Today’s guest, Kerrie Droban-Zhivago, award-winning, critically acclaimed true crime author and attorney, helps us to understand narcissism. Kerrie teaches us how to manage a relationship with a narcissist, how to move on from a narcissist, and most importantly, how to regain your strength, confidence, and freedom. […]

  • 101 💪 6 Ways to Create Courage and Conquer Your Fears

    Are you lacking the courage to go after your dreams in life? No problem! I got you! I will give you a jar of courage! Oh, but wait! The jar is empty! 🫙 Needn’t not worry, because today you will learn 6 ways to fill up your jar of courage and conquer your fears! Enjoy! […]

  • 100 🛍️ Say Goodbye to Overspending and Hello to Financial Freedom with Paige Pritchard

    Overspending can be overwhelming. As consumers, we can consume so much that spending consumes us.  On today’s show you will meet, Paige Pritchard, a spending coach who helps women stop impulse shopping and overspending. You will learn how to achieve a healthy money mindset and how to reach financial freedom by overcoming overspending.   Enjoy […]

  • 099 👊 Discover Your Purpose, Say Nay to the Naysayers, Say Yay to YOU!

    One thing I have learned at midlife is that you can’t be all things to all people, but you can be all things to YOU. You can make YOU happy. 😊    Today you will hear my story as to how I “accidentally” found my purpose in life and how I held myself back from […]

  • 098 LIVE 🐯 From Fear to Fierce: How Trauma Can Empower Your Journey with Ally Shaw

    Do your fears, trauma, and limiting beliefs hold you back in life? Are you craving a career with more passion and purpose?  Today on The Midlife Makeover Show, you will meet my gorgeous guest, Ally Shaw. Ally will teach us about healing trauma and eliminating fear by becoming the T.I.G.E.R.! Ally is an entrepreneur, motivational […]

  • 097 😊 Midlife Fulfilled: How to Live Your Best Life with Bernie Borges

    Most people think they want more happiness, but what they really want is more fulfillment. On today’s show, you will meet Bernie Borges, host of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast featuring men and women sharing inspirational stories of fulfillment as well as subject matter experts on topics important to people seeking fulfillment in midlife.   Midlife […]

  • 096 LIVE 💜 Take Back Control of Perimenopause & Rebalance Your Hormones with Bria Gadd

    With midlife comes perimenopause! Enjoy the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show Live on Instagram with my awesome guest, Bria Gadd aka The Period Whisperer! You will learn how to take back control of perimenopause, rebalance your hormones and feel confident in your body.   Bria Gadd is a personal trainer, holistic health coach and […]

  • 095 ☀️ 6 Simple Steps to Start Your Midlife Awakening

    It’s time to take the wheel! The Wheel of Midlife that is! Today you will learn how to use the Wheel of Midlife –– a simple method to help you gain clarity and direction on where to start your midlife makeover. The Wheel of Midlife is the same tool I personally used to go from […]

  • 094 😳 Managing the Messy Middle: Three Ways to Embrace the Midlife Crazy

    I’ve got your ticket to the craziest roller coaster ride ever! It’s called midlife! As you move from your first half of life into your second half of life, you will encounter unavoidable ups and downs, twists and turns, that naturally happen at this stage in life.   Midlife can certainly be messy, but midlife […]

  • 093 ❤️‍🩹 Overcoming Loss: How to Transform Trauma into Growth with Krista St-Germain

    Our topic today applies to every midlifer listening, because today’s topic is about the loss of a loved one. Whether it is a grandparent, parent, aunt, uncle, niece, nephew, cousin, friend, co-worker, child, or sibling, you have most likely already experienced the loss of a loved one, and you will probably lose a loved one […]

  • 092 LIVE 🙅‍♀️Rebel Against Your Fears & Take Back Radical Control of Your Life with Cari Kenzie

    It’s time to rebel! It’s time to rebel against your doubts, your fears, and everyone else’s definition of who you are. It’s time to take back radical control of your life.   Enjoy the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with host, Wendy Valentine, and her beautiful guest, Cari Kenzie, inspirational speaker, […]

  • 091 🌼 4 Steps to Turn Triggers into Treasures

    Do certain smells, sounds, or sights remind you of a past traumatic event that cause you to fight, flee, or freeze? These physical and emotional responses are called triggers and they happen to all of us. Triggers can be tricky, but the key is to stop the trigger in its tracks and turn the trigger […]

  • 090 LIVE 🍵 Sip Your Way Towards Better Health with Tonia Jahshan and Sipology

    Enjoy the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with my awesome guest, Tonia Jahshan, founder of Sipology. You will learn how to use traditional herbs to heal from common ailments and the mental and social benefits of slowing down to enjoy a cup of tea. 🍵   ❌⭕️ Wendy!   🎙 Listen […]

  • 089 😊 Achieve Rapid Weight Loss and Permanent Success with Chad Tackett

    On today’s episode, you will learn about the # 1 weight loss program for people who are serious about achieving rapid results and permanent success. Our guest, Chad Tackett, will teach you how to combine the right foods at the right times to reset your metabolism and lose weight permanently.   Chad started the world’s […]

  • 088 ⚡️Tune Your Electrical Body, Raise Your Voltage, and Improve Your Health with Eileen Day McKusick

    It’s time for a tune-up! It’s time to plug into your electrical body so you can be happy, healthy, and harmonious. Today you will learn how you can have more energy, greater well-being, weight loss, increased muscle tone, smoother skin, reduced pain, improved circulation and more.  You will meet Eileen McKusick, an author and thought […]

  • 087 👊 Squash the Shoulds, Drop the Doubts & Makeover Your Midlife with Alison Hall

    Do you dream of creating a more fulfilling life, but you’re plagued with self-doubt, fear of failure, overwhelm, procrastination, and a list of excuses? Or you’re ready to take the leap, but you don’t know where to start?   On today’s show, you will meet Alison Hall, founder of Change Agent Coaching for Women. Her mission […]

  • 086 LIVE 🧠 Ketamine for Divorce, Depression and Dependency with April Pride

    Enjoy the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with my awesome guest, April Pride, founder of The High Guide podcast. Today’s topic is Ketamine for Divorce, Depression and Dependency. You will learn how ketamine can reset negative, obsessive thinking and the science behind ketamine’s effect on brain chemistry.  Plus, I’ll share my […]

  • 085 🧘‍♀️ How to Stay Young and Healthy at Midlife with Tori Hicks-Glogowski

    You’ve got to move it, move it! 💃 Move your midlife body, that is! If you want to be happy and healthy at midlife, you’ve got to move that miraculous body of yours!   Today’s topic will not be about running marathons, pumping iron, or joining a gym. Shewee! 😅 As a matter of fact, today’s topic […]

  • 084 😇 Be Real, Not Perfect! Set Yourself Free and Become Your Authentic, Beautiful Self with Holly Hughes

    Many of us wake up at midlife and think, is this who I want to be? Is this the life I want to live? Creating your ideal future can be exciting, but it can also be challenging. Old habits, unhealed wounds, and emotional exhaustion can prevent you from living a life you love. This is […]

  • 083 🪀 Break the Yo-Yo Diet Cycle and Achieve Your Naturally Healthiest Weight with Deanna Schober

    On today’s episode, you will meet Deanna Schober, co-founder of Built Daily and co-host of the Fitness & Sushi podcast alongside her husband, Tony. Together, they have helped thousands of women break the yo-yo diet cycle, get their health on track, and achieve their naturally healthiest weight by healing their relationships with food, their bodies, […]

  • 082 LIVE 💕 Life After Kids – Finding Fulfillment with an Empty Nest with Drs Brooke and Lynne

    Feeling empty 😔 from an empty nest? 🪹 Listen to the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with my gorgeous guests, Drs. Brooke and Lynn, as they discuss how to find meaning, purpose and fulfillment in life after kids! 💃   ❌⭕️ Wendy!   🎙 Listen to the Podcast! http://themidlifemakeovershow.com   ☎️ Call […]

  • 081 🏠 6 Simple Steps to Downsize and Declutter at Midlife

    On today’s show, you will learn the 6 simple steps to downsize and declutter, so you can downright enjoy your second half of life! From living in a 5,000 square foot house to living in a 150 square foot RV, I know exactly how you can free yourself of all the stuff and the extra […]

  • 080 LIVE 💃 Build Confidence & Certainty by Transforming Your Wardrobe & Your Life with Keri Blair

    TRANSFORM YOUR WARDROBE! TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE!   Your clothing is much more than just woven fabric. 🧵 It’s the fabric that weaves your confidence, courage, and certainty into your life. 🦸‍♀️ When you love the way you look, you will bring that love to your relationships, your career, your goals, and most importantly, to yourself. […]

  • 079 😷 How to End Chronic Illness & Ignite Self-Healing with Dr. Kim D’eramo

    Do you suffer from chronic pain, chronic illness, chronic fatigue syndrome, anxiety, autoimmune illness, or Lyme disease? If you have tried everything to cure yourself, it’s time to let go of the fight. Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with my special guest, Dr. Kim D’Eramo.   Dr. Kim […]

  • 078 🖊️ 4 Steps to Set Healthy Boundaries

    Grab your Sharpie because it’s time to set solid, permanent boundaries in your life!  And why do you need boundaries? Boundaries tell the world where you draw the line 🖊️ where you say YES and where you say NO. Being clear with your boundaries and with others means you are clear with who you are and how […]

  • 077 😊 Prepare, Simplify & Create a Stress-Free Divorce with Lisa Zeiderman

    Divorce does not have to be stressful, complicated, or damaging to yourself, you partner, your children, or your life. A peaceful divorce is possible by preparing and simplifying the process with the help of an excellent attorney. Today you will hear from Lisa Zeiderman, a Managing Partner at Miller Zeiderman LLP. A Matrimonial Attorney, CFL […]

  • 076 LIVE⚡️ Quantum Leap Your Midlife with Maii Vu ⚡️

    Tap into your hidden potential and leap into your new life! Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and special guest, Maii Vu, as they help you break free from the ordinary and achieve the extraordinary!   Maii Vu is a podcast host, motivational speaker, and founder […]

  • 075 💩 4 Steps to Get Through the Muck of Midlife and Awaken to a New You!

    Let’s talk pretty flowers 🌸 and stinky mud! That’s right! I am going to teach you how to LOVE your MUD 💩 which means you will learn how to love, appreciate, and embrace the trauma and drama in your life! You will also learn a special technique to help you LEARN from your MUD! Your DARK times will show you the […]

  • 074 LIVE ❤️‍🔥 Create a Delicious & Passionate Relationship with Dr. Alexandra Stockwell

      Meet “The Intimacy Doctor”, Dr. Alexandra Stockwell, a Relationship and Intimacy Coach and an Intimate Marriage Expert who specializes in coaching ambitious, successful couples to build beautiful, long-lasting, passionate relationships.   For over 20 years she has shown men and women how to bring pleasure and purpose into all aspects of life: from the […]

  • 073 ☯️ Harmonize the Tiger and Dragon Within! Master the Law of Polarity with Gillian Harper

    Harmonize the tiger 🐅 and dragon 🐉 within! Learn how to master the Law of Polarity within yourself, your workplace, your home, your relationships, and your life!   Today’s special guest, Gillian Harper, is an author, speaker, coach, and entrepreneur. She has developed an energy-fueled system to assist you in creating and maintaining a more […]

  • 072 LIVE 💜 Design a NEW YOU and a NEW LIFE with Rad Lakhani

    Design a NEW YOU and a NEW LIFE! Listen to the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and her beautiful guest, Rad Lakhani.   Rad Lakhani aka “life guru” and “soul activator” is an expert in human conflict resolution and human dynamics. She is a divorce lawyer, mediator, and […]

  • 071 ❤️‍🩹 How to Fix Your Love Life with Dr. Thomas Jordan

    Disappointed in your love life? 😞 Learn how to fix your love life on today’s show with Dr. Thomas Jordan! Dr. Thomas Jordan is a clinical psychologist and author of Learn to Love: Guide to Healing Your Disappointing Love Life.   As Dr. Jordan said, “Midlife is a wonderful time to get acquainted with your psychology.” […]

  • 070 🧰 8 Tools to Help You Out of a Funky Funk!

    Are you in a funk? Feeling a little off-kilter, off-track, or off your rocker? 😵‍💫 We have ALL been down in the dumps at some point in our lives and we will be down in the dumps at some point in the future. It’s part of life. It’s part of being human.   The key is […]

  • 069 🌟 Make Some Noise & Live A Kick-Ass Life with Andrea Owen

    Ooooo! You will love today’s show! 💗 Our guest is Andrea Owen, an author, life coach, podcaster, keynote speaker, and a badass woman! Andrea helps high-achieving women maximize unshakeable confidence, and master resilience.   All three of Andrea’s books, Make Some Noise, How to Stop Feeling Like Shit, and 52 Ways to Live a Kick-Ass Life, […]

  • 068 LIVE 😊 8 Steps to Escape from Emotional Eating with Jessica Procini

    Are you using food to cope? Is your relationship with food holding you back? Discover the root cause of your emotional eating and change your life! Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and special guest, Jessica Procini, a Board-Certified Holistic Health Practitioner. Jessica is on a […]

  • 067 🏝️ Top 7 Reasons Why I Moved to Madeira, Portugal!

    Welcome to a Magical Monday on The Midlife Makeover Show! I hope you have your passport and sunglasses 😎 because we are taking a little journey to the gorgeous island of Madeira, Portugal! Woo-hoo! On today’s episode, I will tell you why I moved to a little island in the middle of the Atlantic Ocean. You […]

  • 066 LIVE 💪 Frustrated with Your Weight, Workouts or Wonky Hormones? Become a Fat Burning Machine with Lisa Holtan

    Hey there Midlife Queens! Learn how to become a fat burning machine! If you’re frustrated with your weight, workouts, or wonky hormones, then check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and special guest, Lisa Holtan. Lisa Holtan is a personal trainer and nutrition coach helping midlife women […]

  • 065 ❤️‍🔥 Spicing it Up for Midlife Couples! Reconnecting and Redesigning Your Second Half of Life Together with Dr. Liz Jenkins

    Has your marriage become mundane? 🥱  From raising kids, building careers, and running a household, your relationship can become as humdrum as emptying the dishwasher.   Break free from the cycle of monotony and add a little spice to your marriage! Better yet, have a BLAST designing your second half of life TOGETHER!   On […]

  • 064 LIVE 🥵 Perimenopause Solutions! Learn How to Relieve Hot Flashes, Fatigue, Moodiness & More with Jen Sweeney

    Is it hot in here or is it just me? Those famous words spoken during perimenopause! On today’s episode, our special guest, Jen Sweeney, will teach you the who, what, where, when, and why of perimenopause. You will learn WHO is affected by perimenopause (spoiler alert: every woman!), WHAT are the symptoms of perimenopause, WHERE […]

  • 063 🙅‍♀️ Divorce is a Beautiful Opportunity to Reinvent and Rediscover Yourself with Livia DeFilippis Barndollar

    The title of today’s episode will either pull you in because divorce applies to you, or it could steer you away because divorce doesn’t apply to you. No matter what, today’s topic really boils down to reinventing and rediscovering yourself, and that applies to ALL of us.   In the first half of today’s show […]

  • 062 LIVE ⚡️ Elevate Your Energy and Step Into Your Highest Potential with Zoe Whitehead

    Step into the light! Better yet, BE the light! 💡 Discover how you can hold a high-frequency space for yourself and others. Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and special guest, Zoe Whitehead. Zoe is a Light Worker, spiritual teacher & healer of light. She will […]

  • 061 LIVE 💔 Breakup to Breakthrough: Reclaiming Your Life After Separation with Leanne Kanzler

    From breakup to breakdown, today’s show will help you breakthrough it all! Enjoy the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and special guest, Leanne Kanzler. Leanne is a psychologist and coach, author and TEDx speaker. Leanne believes that we find our true self through our deepest wounds. Our wounds […]

  • 060 💰 Show Me the Money! Find Your Money & Take Control of Your Finances During Divorce with Tracy Coenen

    As Tom Cruise would say in Jerry McGuire, “Show me the money!” And if you can’t find the money, then today’s guest will find it for you! Our guest today is Tracy Coenen, a forensic accountant and creator of Divorce Money Guide.   If you are going through a divorce and/or you suspect that your […]

  • 059 Live 🧲 Become a Love Magnet and Attract the Love You Deserve with Dr. Morgan Anderson

    It’s time to jump off the dating roller coaster 🎢 and attract the love you deserve! Learn how to become a LOVE MAGNET! 🧲 Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and her gorgeous guest, Dr. Morgan Anderson!   Dr. Morgan Anderson is a clinical psychologist and […]

  • 058 LIVE 💪 Maximize Your Midlife with Author Greg Scheinman of The Midlife Male

    The Midlife Male 🦸‍♂️ and the Midlife Female 🦸‍♀️ join forces to bring you a badass show on Instagram Live! If you are ready to maximize your midlife to live better, happier, healthier, and stronger, then check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE with Wendy Valentine and awesome guest, Greg Scheinman!   […]

  • 057 😋 Craving More Out of Life? Bust Through the Ordinary and Leap into the Extraordinary with Lori Saitz

    Shhh. 🤫 Do you hear that? If you get quiet enough, you can hear it. It’s the whisper of your soul. It’s your inner voice crying out for more out of life –– more growth, more expansion, more love, more excitement, and more joy. If you act on your soul’s calling, your life can go […]

  • 056 LIVE 😴 Be Free of Fatigue and Boost Your Energy with Heidi Toy

    🥱 Are you feeling exhausted and fatigued? Experiencing brain fog? Do you want to conquer all your New Year’s Resolutions, but lack the energy to do so? Learn how to increase your energy and add some fuel to your fire! 🔥   Enjoy the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with special […]

  • 055 🙅‍♀️ Setting Boundaries That Stick and Rebuilding Your Life After Divorce with Johanna Lynn

    Happy New Year and Happy New You! Woo-hoo! 🥳 This is the perfect episode to jumpstart 2023! On today’s show, you will meet Johanna Lynn, a therapist with expertise in restoring relationships and cultivating resilient boundaries. You will learn about rebuilding your life after divorce, breaking old family patterns, the importance of having courageous conversations, […]

  • 054 🎉 2022 Highlights of The Midlife Makeover Show

    Welcome to the final show of 2022! This episode features highlights of the last 53 shows, and it is jam-packed full of some great advice by some great guests! There is just about every topic you can imagine –– retiring early, reversing the signs of aging, happy divorcing, losing weight, saving for college, empty nesting, […]

  • 053 LIVE! 🏝️ Hey! Hey! Let’s Take a Vacay! Surprise Travel & Mystery Vacations with Bridget Scotti

    Check out the replay and take a vacay! ✈️ Have you ever wanted to just show up at the airport and hop on a plane to anywhere? Well, Bridget Scotti, the Founder & Head Traveler at Whym, makes this happen – but with a 4 star hotel waiting for you when you land. ⭐️ ⭐️ […]

  • 052 💰Navigating Your Finances Through Marriage, Divorce, Retirement and Widowhood with Stacy Francis

    Money💰can be one of those touchy subjects to discuss, much like politics or religion, but it doesn’t need to be. Money is obviously a part of our lives and it’s something that we need to feel comfortable discussing. Not just here on the show, but in our relationships. Most importantly, with our spouses, and if […]

  • 051 LIVE! ❤️ Dating After Divorce and Doing Relationships Right with Jennifer Hurvitz

    Are you recently divorced? Heading back into the dating world? Starting a new relationship? Good! This episode is a must listen! My extraordinary guest is Jennifer Hurvitz, a Relationship Expert, Dating Coach, Best-selling author, and host of the award-winning Doing Relationships Right podcast.   Jennifer and I had a great conversation about her new book, […]

  • 050 🌟 3 Simple Steps to Make Your Dreams Come True

    We are just two weeks away from bringing in the new year! Woo-hoo! LET’S GO 2023! Most people set new year’s resolutions, but I encourage you to think a little bigger than that. A lot bigger. Instead of creating resolutions for your new year, create dreams for your new life.   If there is one […]

  • 049 LIVE! 🤗 Real Talk and Real Solutions for Anxiety, Depression, and a Midlife Crisis with Dr. Nicole Cain

    Are you going through a midlife crisis? Have all the changes in your external world affected your internal world? Do you have anxiety or panic attacks?    Needn’t not worry! I got you! 😉 Let’s turn your Midlife Crisis into a Midlife Awakening!   Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show Live on […]

  • 048 🍎 Health is a Verb! Take Action Towards Optimizing Your Health and Transforming Your Life with Dr. Alka Patel

    Today’s show is all about health, and health is something important to everyone. Well, it should be! We all need good health so we can live a good life. Life can be more challenging when we experience poor health. We can do more and be more when our bodies and minds are operating at their […]

  • 047 🧳 Is Life Weighing You Down? Learn to Let Go of the Baggage of Life and Reveal the True You!

    Life can certainly weigh us down to the point that we get lost underneath the heavy pile of BS – so lost that we barely recognize ourselves anymore. At any moment though, you can make the decision to let go of the baggage of life that is weighing you down and set yourself free.    […]

  • 046 LIVE! 😊 Symptoms, Solutions & Strategies for Living a Happy and Healthy Life with Diabetes Featuring Melissa Slemp

    Do you struggle with managing your diabetes? Are you exhausted trying to find answers? Are you worried that your health complications will prevent you from living a good life?   Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and special guest Melissa Slemp. Melissa has lived with Type […]

  • 045 🗺️ Divorce or Not, You Need to Figure Out Where You Are and Where You Want to Go! Consciously Create Your Next Chapter with Rad Lakhani

    No matter if divorce applies to you or not, today’s episode is much more than the topic of divorce. It’s about taking responsibility of where you are in your life and consciously creating your next chapter. It’s also about putting an end to abandoning yourself and not making yourself a priority. You are worthy of […]

  • 044 LIVE! 💕 Is Your Body Slowing Down at Midlife? Discover How You Can Reduce Stress, Drop the Weight, and Feel Great with Olly Wood

    Check out the replay of The Midlife Makeover Show Live on Instagram with Wendy Valentine and special guest Olly Wood! Olly is the owner and head coach at Body Reset focused on elevating your energy, body, and mind. He has coached thousands of clients with a world-class coaching team, including clinical nutritionists, mindset coaches, and […]

  • 043 ☯️ Improve Your Relationships, Sex Life, Career, Well-being & More! Bring Harmony to Your Feminine & Masculine Energies with Melisa Keenan

    “May I have this dance?” said the Yin to the Yang. “Yes, you may!” Step onto the dance floor and feel the rhythm and harmony of your masculine and feminine energies. Discover how your energies can work individually, collectively, and synergistically to bring more flow, connection, and love into your life. It’s a beautiful thing! […]

  • 042 LIVE! 😵‍💫 Struggling with Self-Doubt and Low Self-Esteem? Become Empowered Through Hypnotherapy with Christina Woods

    Look into my eyes! You’re getting verrry sleepy! Yesss! Keep looking into my eyes! I will count to five and you will be hypnotized! 😵‍💫   Okay! Snap out of it because I need you to listen to this episode of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram with special guest, Christina Woods. Christina is […]

  • 041 🦸‍♀️ Step into Your Personal Power and Make BIG BOLD Moves in Your Life with Iva Ursano

    Have you hit rock bottom or are you on your way? Do you struggle to see the light at the end of the tunnel? If you think you have no other options or possibilities to turn your life around, think again. Today’s guest will prove that anything is possible! Our guest is Iva Ursano, a […]

  • 040 LIVE! 🐦 Feeling Empty from an Empty Nest? 🪹 Fill Your Midlife with Passion, Purpose, and Pleasure with Jodi Silverman

    Feeling empty from an empty nest? 🪹 Fill your midlife with passion, purpose, and pleasure! On today’s episode of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram, my awesome guest, Jodi Silverman, helps you discover the BEST of the empty nest!   👇🏼You will learn 👇🏼
 
 ❤️ To create new routines helping with loss & sadness ❤️ […]

  • 039 ☝️ The ONE Thing Standing in the Way of Living Your Best Life

    What is the ONE thing standing in the way of living your best life? Hmmm. What could it be? Your stressful job? Your dull marriage? Your needy friends? Your mound of debt? The gas prices? What prevents you from being your untethered, unhinged, unstoppable, and unleashed self? What’s stops you from moving forward in your […]

  • 038 LIVE! 💰 Create True Abundance in Your Relationships, Health & Wellbeing by Tapping into Your Money DNA 🧬 With Daniel Mangena!

    Life is what you make of it and money is what you make of it, so why not make the best of it! Learn how to create TRUE abundance in your relationships, health, and wellbeing by tapping into your money DNA!   Thank you for all who joined us on The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE […]

  • 037 LIVE! 🕺 Challenges Men Face in Intimacy and How to Create Thriving Relationships With Bryan Reeves

    Relationships! Can’t live with ‘em, can’t live without ‘em! Intimate relationships can fill our hearts with so much joy and they can also bring us so much heartache. 💔  Today on The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram, our special guest is Bryan Reeves, a former US Air Force Captain, and is now an internationally […]

  • 036 🙅‍♀️ Do Divorce Better! Eliminate the Anxiety of Divorce, Regain Your Personal Power & Begin a New Life With A.J. Grossman

    Divorce can certainly be a big scary change in your life, but take it from me, divorce can also be a great opportunity to regain your personal power and begin a new life! I did it and so can you! No matter if you are pre, mid, or post-divorce, there is something in this episode […]

  • 035 🏝 Retire at 50 & Travel the World! How to Declutter, Downshift & Downright Enjoy Your Midlife With Track Us Down!

    Retire at 50 and travel the world? Count me in! 👍 In today’s episode, you will meet Doug and Monique, creators of Track Us Down, a YouTube channel all about downshifting to an early retirement, living a healthy lifestyle, and enjoying the freedom that comes with it. After working for 25 years and raising their family, […]

  • 034 LIVE! 🦋 Midlife – A Great Time to Reset, Revive & Reinvent Yourself With Sandra Rodriguez Bicknell!

    You may have woken up at midlife and thought 🤔 What the heck just happened? Where am I? WHO am I? I get it! I’ve been there and I’m going to help you get out of there! Midlife is the perfect opportunity to reinvent yourself and rewrite your new story! ❤️ Welcome to a great […]

  • 033 💵 Discover Your Money Mindset, Gain Independence & Achieve Financial Freedom With Leslie Kuster

    It’s never too late to change your life, to become independent, and to gain financial freedom! Today on The Midlife Makeover Show, our guest, Leslie Kuster, entrepreneur extraordinaire and author of the book, 7 Keys to 7 Figures: The Women Entrepreneurs’ Guide to Money and Freedom, shares her personal story of how she created a […]

  • 032 LIVE 💃 Out With the Old & In With the BOLD! 🕺 Bust Through Your Fears & Live Life With Gusto With Jack Perez!

    Out with the OLD and in with the BOLD! We Midlifers might be getting biologically older, but our spirits are still young and ready for fun! Deep down you are craving to do all those things you TALKED about doing, but you just haven’t made the leap. YET! It’s time to STOP TALKING and START […]

  • 031 ✌️ The Top Two Things You Need at Midlife and How to Get Them!

    Tell me what you want! Give it to me! 👉 Do you want clarity on your next step in life? Do you want lotsa moolah to travel the world? Do you want a healthy, vibrant, and energetic body? Do you want a fulfilling, happy career? Or do you want courage to make changes in your […]

  • 030 LIVE 😢 Have You Lost Loved Ones to Divorce, Addiction, Disease, or Betrayal? Learn About Ambiguous Grief and How to Recover From a Loss When it’s Not a Death With Stephanie Sarazin

    Have you been divorced? Do you have loved ones with dementia? Do you have friends or family members suffering with addiction? Have you been betrayed by a loved one? If you answered yes to any of those questions, then it’s very likely that you have experienced AMBIGUOUS GRIEF. 

   If you have never heard of […]

  • 029 ⬇️ Drop the Diet, Gain the Love, Find Your Purpose & Lose Weight Along the Way With Camille Martin

    🤓The Latin origin of the word diet is diaita, which means ‘a way of life’. It’s all about how you live and take care of yourself. Unfortunately, diet now means spending a ton of money on unhealthy prepackaged meals and shakes, bawling your eyes out when you step on the scale, stressing about being in a […]

  • 028 LIVE 😊 Get Happy and Healthy With Dr. Brooke Scheller! Learn to Create a New Relationship With Alcohol and Reduce Anxiety, Depression, Gut Issues and More!

    Back by popular demand is Dr. Brooke Scheller! Considering the previous episode with Dr. Brooke, “Learn the Sobering Effects of Alcohol on Your Brain, Gut and Hormones!” that aired on July 13th is one of my most downloaded episodes, I had to bring her back! Today’s episode was recorded LIVE on Instagram, and we had […]

  • 027 🤫 Anti-Aging Secrets Revealed! Restore Your Glow, Relieve Stress, Regain Your Energy, and Revive Your Sex Drive! With Larisa Petrini!

    Shhhh! 🤫 I have a little secret! No wait! It’s a big secret! The secret to slow down aging! Woo-hoo! On todays’ show with Age Reversal Expert and Epigenetic Specialist, Larisa Petrini, you will learn how to reverse skin damage, release stress, restore your youthful glow, regain your energy levels, sleep soundly, and increase your sex […]

  • 026 LIVE! 🎓Stressed About Paying for College? Learn How to Pay for College and Not Wreck Your Retirement! With Ann Garcia!

    There are three things that many of us midlifers have in common!  1) we have children 2) we have children going to college 3) we will someday retire! The key is to balance paying for our childrens’ college without wrecking our retirement! After all, we have worked so hard in our first half of life, […]

  • 025 🥵Is It Hot in Here or Is It Just Me? Sounds Like Perimenopause! Learn How to Relieve Hot Flashes, Fatigue, Moodiness & More With Jen Sweeney!

    Is it hot in here or is it just me? Those famous words spoken during perimenopause! On today’s episode, our special guest, Jen Sweeney, will teach you the who, what, where, when, and why of perimenopause. You will learn WHO is affected by perimenopause (spoiler alert: every woman!), WHAT are the symptoms of perimenopause, WHERE […]

  • 024 Live! 🧁 Going Through a Midbelly Crisis? Reset Your Midlife Body and Lose the Weight for Good With Dr. Jeff Donatello!

    Can’t wait to lose the weight? 😬 Meet the Weight Loss Boss on The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram! Dr. Jeff Donatello is the CEO and Co-Founder of the Center for Wellbeing. Dr. Donatello specializes in a popular Metabolic Reset Weight Loss Program where his clients not only lose 20 – 40 pounds in […]

  • 023 Live! 📣Learn How to Slow Down Aging, Reduce Stress, Have Less Aches and Pains and Rock Your Midlife Body! With Hally Brooke

    Want to grow OLD together? No thank you! 👎 Let’s grow YOUNG together! 👍 On today’s episode of The Midlife Makeover Show LIVE on Instagram, you will learn how to slow down aging, reduce stress, have less aches and pains, and how to rock your midlife in a rockin’ body!  Our guest, Hally Brooke, is […]

  • 022 😔 Divorce Got You Down? 3 Ways to Feel Better and Recover From Divorce With Karen McMahon

    Divorce. That dreaded word. 😳That dreaded thing we all don’t want to experience, but unfortunately some of us do. Let’s face it … divorce is happening in homes all around the world, and maybe it’s happening in your own home. Maybe you are thinking of divorce, you are in the midst of divorce, or your […]

  • 021 🧠 Hypnotized and Traumatized! Heal Old Wounds, Trauma and Drama! Create a New Mind and Midlife With Christina Woods

    Ready to get hypnotized into a new life and new you? On today’s episode, Christina Woods, a licensed RTT TherapistÂŽ and Certified Hypnotherapist, will empower you to shed old programming, so you can live the life you deserve! You will learn how hypnotherapy can help you heal from trauma and set yourself free from self-doubt. You […]

  • 020 ⚡️What is Your Purpose in Life? Who are You REALLY? Discover Your Superpower and Create Your Life Mission With Mahima!

    Hey there superhero! 🦸‍♀️What’s your superpower? Not sure? No problem! I got you! Today on The Midlife Makeover Show, Mahima, Europe’s No 1 Self Mastery Mentor and International Best-Selling Author, teaches you how to get underneath the pain of trauma and drama in your life to uncover your superpower! Mahima shares her life story of […]

  • 019 🍸 Want to Cut Back on Your Alcohol? A Simple Solution to Gain Control Over Addiction, Reduce Cravings and Stop Over-Drinking With Katie Lain

    No matter where you’re at on the spectrum of alcohol use, today’s show with special guest, Katie Lain, co-founder of Thrive Alcohol Recovery, will give you hope and a solid solution to finding freedom from alcohol. Whether you’re on the extreme end of the spectrum of drinking too much too often, on the opposite end […]

  • 018 😎 Ready to Pack Your Bags and Travel the World? Gain Financial Freedom for Your Retirement With David Rosell

    You have worked so hard 😓 in the first half of your life and now it’s time to do all those things you talked about doing when you retire! It’s finally time to pack your bags and take that epic trip around the world! 🌎 Or maybe it’s just time to grab a bag of chips, […]

  • 017 🍪 Are You A Serial Dieter? Are You at a Loss With Your Weight Loss? Get Healthy from the Inside Out With Jennifer Powter

    Are you tired of dieting? 😳 Are you frustrated with losing weight, gaining weight, losing weight, and gaining weight? 😔 On today’s show, Jennifer Powter, author and founder of The Weight Loss Academy, teaches us how to stop self-sabotaging our weight loss and how to start fixing it!  Jennifer is here to squash the trendy, […]

  • 016 👻 Do You Feel Grief, Anger, Fear, Shame and Unworthiness? Learn to Own and Honor Your Darkness With Winnie Chan Wang

    Scared of your own shadow? 👻 Don’t be! On today’s show, Winnie Chan Wang, mindfulness and traditional medicine expert, international speaker, and bestselling author, shines light on the deepest, darkest parts of yourself. Instead of shying away from the grief, anger, denial, fear, shame, and unworthiness that we ALL experience as a human being being human, […]

  • 015 👫 Struggling in Your Relationships? Become Better at Loving, Forgiving, Receiving and Communicating in All Your Relationships With Dr. L. Carol Scott

    Relationships are EVERYTHING! Relationships are how we connect as human beings, how we learn about life, and most importantly, how we learn about ourselves. We grow and evolve THROUGH relationships. We NEED relationships! Relationships are a way in which we can become the best version of ourselves and live our best life. On today’s show, […]

  • 014 🍸Learn the Sobering Effects of Alcohol on Your Brain, Gut and Hormones! with Dr. Brooke Scheller

    Whether you have a little or a lot of alcohol in your life, today’s episode will teach you a lot about the effects of alcohol on your body. Our guest today is Dr. Brooke Scheller, a Doctor of Clinical Nutrition specializing in alcohol’s effects on your brain, gut, and hormones. She combines her clinical background […]

  • 013 😎 Are You Feeling Old? Are Your Dreams Fading? Learn to Embrace Your Age and Go After Your Purpose in Life! With Jen Marples

    Stop being OLD and start being BOLD! Ignore your age and go on an exploratory journey of leaning into the things you love! Midlife is the perfect time to do all those things you wanted to do in your life! And if you’re not sure what you want to do then it’s time to try […]

  • 012 💵 Want Freedom to Travel, Work Remotely & Make a Ton of Money? Cool! Your New Career is Here! With Bradley Rice

    Are you ready for a career change? Are you tired of your long commutes to work and spending a ton of money on gas? Are you ready for more time with your family and to create a life that you enjoy living? Bradley Rice, founder of Talent Stacker, tells us on today’s show how to […]

  • 011 🥰 Single? Separated? Married? Divorced? We ALL Carry Baggage! Learn the Art of Attracting Healthy Relationships With Roy Biancalana

    Are you in good relationship shape? Are you carrying around the same baggage from one relationship to another? Are you frustrated with dating? Learn how to leave your baggage behind, strengthen your relationship muscles and find lasting love! Roy Biancalana, certified relationship coach and host of The Attracting Lasting Love Podcast, reveals the art of […]

  • 010 💰Is Money Your Friend or Enemy? Makeover Your Money Mindset and Makeover Your Midlife With Tania Vasallo

    Tania Vasallo, founder of The Courage to Be Happy, a community of independent, ambitious women entrepreneurs who want to become financially empowered, reveals the importance of embracing money, getting curious about money, and creating a good relationship with money. What is your money mindset? What are your beliefs about money? Money touches everything, so you […]

  • 009 😎 Feeling Defeated and Deflated by Divorce? Learn How to Reset, Revamp and Renew Yourself Through Divorce With Alicia Robertson 🤩

    Alicia Robertson brings us great wisdom on how to thrive through divorce! Alicia Robertson is a certified life coach who is the founder of Lemonade Life and creator of Unwife, a flagship program that teaches women to thrive through divorce. She is trained in mindfulness, positive psychology, and neuroscience. Alicia helps women to navigate divorce […]

  • 008 🤩 Are You Stuck In Midlife? 3 Ways to Get Unstuck and Create a Positive and Resilient Midlife 💝 with Dr. Maria Sirois

    Dr. Maria Sirois delivers such beautiful wisdom, insight and advice on today’s show! Maria is a positive psychologist, consultant and inspirational speaker who works globally in the intersection of wellbeing and resilience. She will provide you with some great guidance on how to become more resilient at midlife. You will also learn three simple steps […]

  • 007 😧 Midlife Crisis? Learn the 7 FREEDOM Principles to Your Midlife Awakening! 🦸‍♀️

    🦸‍♀️Today’s episode is small yet mighty! It is jampacked full of wisdom and Wendy! You will hear how I got from my midlife crisis to my midlife awakening. The purpose of this episode is to provide you with hope and encouragement for breaking through the barriers of fear that can hold you back from changing […]

  • 006 🧘‍♀️ Are You on Auto-Pilot? Learn How to Create a New Midlife with Mindfulness and Meditation 🔮 with Kim Boda

    Kim Boda, a Certified High Performance Coach and a Neurochangesolutions Consultant trained by Dr. Joe Dispenza, joins the podcast today to discuss designing a blueprint of your next chapter in life, and teaches you how to make it all come true! We talk about the importance of observing ourselves from the outside in, and how […]

  • 005 💃 Hot, Tired, Overweight, Depressed? Hello Menopause and Hello to a Simple Technique for Mastering Your Menopause! 😳 with Heike Yates!

    There are so many things that can change at midlife! Especially our bodies! In today’s show, we will discuss some great intermittent fasting techniques taught by a fitness and nutrition coach, Heike Yates! Heike helps women over 50 overcome unhealthy fitness and wellness habits with her signature program: “The Empty Nest Reboot!” She has developed […]

  • 004 💪 Have You Lost Your Way in Midlife? 5 Ways to Be More Resilient at Midlife with Francis PichĂŠ 😎

    Want to be stronger at midlife? Say YES I DO, WENDY! In today’s show, you will learn how to generate and strengthen resiliency at midlife! All of this fantabulous wisdom is brought to you by an incredible guest, Francis PichĂŠ! Francis is an author, keynote speaker, coach, and he is known as The Mindset Alchemist. […]

  • 003 🥰 4 Steps to Loving Depression, Addiction, Divorce, Trauma, Disease, Death & Fear! It’s All Right Here!

    Hello there Mighty Midlifer! ❤️  Let’s talk pretty flowers 🌸 and stinky mud! That’s right! I am going to teach you how to LOVE your MUD 💩 which means you will learn how to love, appreciate, and embrace the trauma and drama in your life! You will also learn a special technique to help you LEARN […]

  • 002 💃 Tired of Your Mundane Midlife? Ready to Leap Into a Fun Chapter? Learn the FIRST STEP in Creating Your Vibrant and Exciting Midlife!🕺

    Hello there Mighty Midlifer! ❤️  In today’s awesome show, you will learn the ☝️ FIRST step in making over your midlife! How cool is that?! This is the most important step of them all, and it was the step that literally changed my life! In more ways than one! Take it from me folks, this step […]

  • 001 ❤️ Welcome to The Midlife Makeover Show! Meet Wendy and How She Overcame Death, Debt, Divorce, Depression and a Dull Midlife!

    Hello there Mighty Midlifer! ❤️  Welcome to the very first episode of The Midlife Makeover Show! Woo-hoo! 🎉 I am Wendy Valentine, and I am so happy and so humbled that you are here! The purpose of this episode is to tell you a wee bit about me and the reason why I created The […]

  • Rewind Time: The Frightening Symptom That Is Brain Fog

    Today, we're looking back at our conversation with Nadia Nagamootoo. Nadia is a chartered psychologist, CEO of Avenir Consulting Services, and host of the Why Care? podcast. In this chat, she opened up about brain fog and how it's been impacting her life. This is an incredibly raw, vulnerable moment where Nadia comes to terms […]

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    The #1 Pharmacist: Creatine, Greens, Electrolytes, What's Worth Buying and What Isn't

    Managing menopause and perimenopause symptoms is hard enough without a supplement market flooded with products promising to fix hair loss, trouble sleeping, hot flashes, mood fluctuations, skin changes, and so much more. It can feel impossible to know what actually helps and what is just a waste of money. Today’s guest on The Tamsen Show, […]

  • Menopause Sleep Starts 16 Hours Before Bed with Angela Longo

    S.2. Ep3 This episode is for every woman who has ever thought, “I’m doing all the things… so why do I still feel like this?” The weight that won’t move. The sleep that feels broken. The hot flashes. The stress. The exhaustion. The “is this menopause, or is something else going on?” of it all. […]

  • 76 – Why migraine is so much more than a headache with Dr Eli Sader

    Migraine is one of the most common causes of disability worldwide, yet it’s still widely misunderstood and often dismissed as “just a headache”. In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by neurologist and migraine specialist Dr Eli Sader to explore what migraine really is, why it happens and why it affects so much more […]

  • The #1 Relationship Researchers in the World: 50 Years of Marriage & Love Advice in One Conversation

    Today’s episode is one of the most eye-opening conversations about marriage, love, and relationships you will ever hear.  Whether you’re married, dating, single, divorced, or in a long term relationship, get ready for the gift of the Gottmans.  Dr. John and Dr. Julie Gottman are the world’s leading relationship researchers. For over 50 years, they […]

  • “Outrageous, saucy behaviour!” What’s going down in Fearne’s WhatsApp groups?

    What’s been going on for you this week? What are you happy about, and what’s making you not so happy? Fearne’s here with more chat about what’s putting her, Team Happy Place team, and you lot in a good mood, and what’s feeling a bit heavier. This is our space to explore what’s been on […]

  • Thursday Thoughts – Mid Year Reset

    On this week’s Monday Motivation, Lucy and I are chatting about the importance of checking in on your goals now that we’re nearly halfway through the year. As always, we wander off into a few interesting tangents along the way! But at its heart, this conversation is a gentle reminder to pause, reflect, and ask […]

  • Loving the Fire: Deborah Santana Shares Her Story of Awakening

    This week, we are sharing an inspirational conversation with activist and author, Deborah Santana. In her new book, Loving the Fire: Choosing Me, Finding Freedom, Deborah shares her powerful story of resilience, self discovery, and reclaiming her voice after years of putting others first. Raised by pioneering interracial parents and married for decades to legendary […]

  • Aging is Inevitable But Muscle Loss and Sarcopenia Aren’t

    This episode is sponsored by Bluesky CBD and Alloy. Bluesky CBD: Get to sleep faster, experience more restorative sleep and save 30% with code FLIPPING50 at https://www.bluesky-cbd.com/discount/Flipping50. Alloy – Get your menopause treatment plan today. Visit https://myalloy.com and use code FLIPPING50 for $20 off your first order! #AgeGracefully Other Episodes You Might Like: Previous Episode […]

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    Menopause Masterclass: My Menopause Toolkit – HRT and more

    In this solo episode of unPAUSED, Dr. Mary Claire Haver answers one of the most asked questions she receives: what hormones do you actually take, and why? Rather than a general overview of menopause hormone therapy, this is a fully transparent, clinically grounded walk through her personal protocol, including every formulation she uses, why she […]

  • Ep. 223 – Nervous System – Regulation the Master Regulator for Menopausal Health with Dr Navaz Habib

    What if the key to reducing stress, taming inflammation, and building true resilience was already wired inside you? In this illuminating episode, Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes fellow chiropractor and functional medicine expert Dr. Navaz Habib, bestselling author of Activate Your Vagus Nerve and Upgrade Your Vagus Nerve, to explore the body’s most underappreciated healing pathway. […]

  • Ep 532: Dr. Deb Butler on Confidence Through Health Podcast

    If you’ve spent years trying to lose weight by controlling food, this conversation may change the way you think about weight loss in menopause. I recently joined Jerry Snider on the Confidence Through Health podcast to discuss why food noise, cravings, emotional eating, and weight gain are often signs that something deeper is asking for […]

  • Why Your Pelvic Floor Needs Calm, Not Just Strength with Jana Shirley

    Pelvic floor issues are often seen as an inevitable part of getting older, having children, or going through menopause. But what if many of the symptoms women experience are actually signs that the body is asking for support rather than something we simply have to accept? In this episode, I chat to Jana Shirley, a […]

  • 75 – Can technology help us live healthier for longer?

    We often talk about living longer, but what about living better? In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by award-winning technology journalist, broadcaster and author Lara Lewington to explore the difference between lifespan and health span, and why the future of healthcare needs to focus on preventing disease rather than simply treating it. They […]

  • Why You've Stopped Losing Weight in Menopause (And Why Restricting Isn't the Answer)

    Description: Are you doing all the "right" things—barely eating, skipping meals, and working out harder than ever—only to find the scale hasn't budged? You are not alone. In this episode, we’re breaking down the "restriction trap" that keeps so many women stuck in a plateau during menopause. We explore why chronic calorie restriction is often the […]

  • 220: From TikTok to Doctor's Office: The Truth About 'Cortisol Moon Face'

    (00:00:00) 220: From TikTok to Doctor’s Office: The Truth About ‘Cortisol Moon Face’ (00:00:11) Welcome to the Itchy and Bitchy Podcast (00:00:42) Doc Itchy Medical Pets Supplements (00:01:05) Revisiting Cortisol Face Controversy (00:04:21) The Importance of Sleep in Young Adults (00:09:02) Melatonin’s Benefits for Dogs and Humans (00:12:45) Brief Intermission (00:13:01) Hormones and Growth During […]

  • 221: From TikTok to Doctor's Office: The Truth About 'Cortisol Moon Face'

    (00:00:00) 221: From TikTok to Doctor’s Office: The Truth About ‘Cortisol Moon Face’ (00:00:11) Welcome to the Itchy and Bitchy Podcast (00:00:42) Doc Itchy Medical Pets Supplements (00:01:05) Revisiting Cortisol Face Controversy (00:04:21) The Importance of Sleep in Young Adults (00:09:02) Melatonin’s Benefits for Dogs and Humans (00:12:45) Brief Intermission (00:13:01) Hormones and Growth During […]

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    Anxiety 101: What I Wish I Knew Before I Hit Perimenopause + How I Got My Life Back

    Menopause anxiety and mood changes can creep up so slowly you don’t even notice. You’re avoiding things you used to do, snapping at people you love, waking at 3 a.m. with your heart racing. It’s not in your head, and it often starts years before a single hot flash. This episode is part of Tamsen’s […]

  • 7 Things to Tell Yourself Every Night for More Happiness and Positivity

    This episode gives you a reset you can use tonight.  In today’s solo episode, Mel shows you how to end your day right, with 7 simple sentences that reset your mindset and rewire your brain for a better night’s sleep and a great day tomorrow.  If you’re like Mel, nights are when your anxiety shows […]

  • "Life's too short for bad sex!" Grace Campbell is speaking up about pleasure and shame

    Comedian Grace Campbell used to call herself crazy before anyone else could get in there first. Now, Grace wonders whether telling herself this story was affecting how other people interacted with her… In this chat, Fearne and Grace explore how your inner self-talk will impact how others perceive you. So, how has Grace re-framed her […]

  • Can perimenopause trigger a gluten intolerance?

    If foods you’ve eaten for years are suddenly leaving you bloated, uncomfortable or rushing to the loo, fluctuating hormones could be to blame. Liz explores how perimenopause can activate digestive discomfort and looks at ways to support the gut lining to improve symptoms. Plus: how to avoid injuries from strength training, managing acid reflux and […]

  • How I Became A Record-Breaking Ultra Runner Through Menopause – Susie Chan

    Can menopause really change the way you run – and can running change the way you experience menopause? 🤝 Get your own personalised menopause support from Dr Naomi Potter and her team: https://www.menopausecare.co.uk/what-to-expect-ihih Susie Chan didn't start running until she was 35. She was a smoking, self-described idle single mum with zero sporting background. Fast forward […]

The Midlife Makeover Show – Empty Nest, Divorce, Health, Career, Self-Care, Empowered Women, Spiritual Growth, Mindset, Stress Management, Aging, Weight Loss, Menopause, Motivation, Life After 40

The Midlife Makeover Show is your go-to podcast for bold women ready to reinvent their second act and live life on their own terms. Hosted by Wendy Valentine—author of Women Waking Up and midlife maven—this show is packed with real talk, inspiring stories, expert advice, and powerful tools to help you navigate everything from menopause […]

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