Mixing Up Midlife

Summer Break: A Pause, Not a Goodbye In this heartfelt episode of 'Mixing Up Midlife,' hosts Terri and Melissa discuss the challenges of balancing their beloved podcast with their busy lives. As they reflect on their journey and shared passion for creating content for women in their fifties and beyond, they announce a much-needed summer break. They talk candidly about their personal struggles and...

The Power of User-Generated Content in Boosting Brand Popularity   In this episode, we explore user-generated content. Is it a good money maker for women over 50? We've got lots of questions and very few answers!   00:00 Introduction to Mixing at Midlife 00:47 Understanding User Generated Content (UGC) 03:10 The Value of UGC for Women Over 50 07:10 How to Get Started with UGC 16:51 Weekend Watch a...

Terri and Melissa discuss the importance of micro vacations, and share their recent getaway experiences. We talk about memorable discussions from our last guest, Jean Blasberg, and the overarching philosophy of 'using your life as a laboratory.'   Is writing your own obituary a trend?   We wrap up   the episode with weekend watches, noting shows like 'Dark Matter' and 'Hacks,' and contemplate futu...

Today we're sitting down with award-winning author Jeanne Blasberg to discuss Jeanne's journey from writing successful novels like 'The Nine' and 'Eden', to embracing a new life as a regenerative farmer in Wisconsin. Jeanne talks about the challenges and rewards of farming, the importance of curiosity and trying new things, and how her experiences have influenced her writing. She also offers advic...

Ready for a pop culture deep dive with a midlife twist? This week on Mixing Up Midlife, Terri and Melissa are back with a fun-filled episode, catching you up on all things midlife pop culture and sharing some personal adventures along the way. What's on Tap? Midlife Adventures: Terri and Melissa dish on Melissa's recent Cape Cod vacation, spilling the tea on their adventures (and misadventures!)....

Equine Gestalt Coaching: Ever wonder how horses can help you heal? This week on Mixing Up Midlife, Terri and Melissa chat with Allison Goldfarb, a certified Equine Gestalt Coach who uses the magic of horses to unlock emotional transformation. Allison explains how she combines gestalt psychology   with the incredible intuition of horses to help people overcome emotional baggage and past hurts. We'r...

Melissa becomes the guest today as she & Terri talk about the value of stepping out of your comfort zone and investing in yourself, particularly in midlife. The discussion pivots around Melissa's recent experience of being on the other side of the camera for a branding photo session, emphasizing the value of high-quality photography for personal branding and the importance of preparation.   If you...

Small Steps to Sustainable Living   We're talking about the small, eco-friendly steps we've taken over the past year and revisiting our interview with Trace Zero Waste owner, Mala Persaud.   Learn about simple swaps like bamboo washcloths and cloth napkins, along with the challenges and triumphs of minimizing paper towel use. The episode also explores innovative sustainable products and eco-friend...

Are you experiencing glimmers or triggers? In the he aftermath of a lost recording, Terri & Melissa share their experiences with technology mishaps, and introduce the concept of 'Glimmers'—positive experiences that contrast with triggers, often associated with negative emotions. They explain the psychological benefits of recognizing glimmers, drawing from an article in Real Simple and videos on Ti...

Transforming Midlife Through Weightlifting: Kim Rahir's Journey from MS to Master Athlete   In this episode of 'Mixing Up Midlife,' hosts Terri and Melissa explore the power of physical strength and mental resilience with their guest, Kim Rahir. Kim is a 60 year old mother of three who was diagnosed with MS 10 years ago and decided to ignore her doctor's advice and muscle her way back to a happy l...

TikTok has made it easier than ever to find new hobbies to try. Melissa doesn't want more stuff, but Terri went down a paperback to hardcover book binding rabbit hole and is now obsessed. We have 4 News Items that women over 50 might be interested in and the Weekend Watch. Executive Order on Women's Midlife Health Older Models at Paris Fashion Week Anne Hathaway The Idea of You Earlybirds Club Wou...

In this episode of 'Mixing Up Midlife,' hosts Terri and Melissa welcome Cori Myka, the founder of Calm Within Adult Swim and the creator of the Foundations of Change Learning Method. Cori shares her insights on the transformative power of learning to swim as an adult, addressing common fears and obstacles. The discussion explores Cori's approach to teaching swimming, which emphasizes a mindset-fir...

We're celebrating our beloved 'Mixing Up Midlife' since we just hit a HUGE milestone- our 200th episode!   It's been a wild ride filled with adventures, curiosity, and, well, some unexpected steamy book moments. Fourth Wing had us blushing a bit! If you haven't read it,   it's like 'Hunger Games' but with dragons, a touch of magic, and a whole lot of steaminess. Melissa and Terri have finally laun...

In this episode of 'Mixing a Midlife,' hosts Terri and Melissa explore the adventure of a lifetime with their special guest, Joanne McGinley, who shares her experience climbing Mount Kilimanjaro at the age of 55. Joanne, a former stay-at-home mom who later built a fitness community and survived the challenges of COVID-19 with her studio, embarked on this journey as part of fulfilling her bucket li...

Terri is turning 60 and we're celebrating! In this emergency podcast episode, Terri & Melissa talk about marking this milestone, the significance of turning 60 and some of the challenges. Terri calls BS on herself and is determined to live more adventurously by doing more of the things she and Melissa encourage others to do. The episode includes a fun Turning 60 trivia quiz, a TikTok that's a mast...

Step into the world of Dungeons and Dragons with Terri and Melissa on the latest episode of the 'Mixing Up Midlife' podcast! Join them for a dose of midlife fantasy fun as they delve into this beloved role-playing game from the cozy confines of their Empty Nest. Listen in as Terri and Melissa share their initial confusion and subsequent fascination with D&D, discussing how they believe playing thi...

Have you been searching for the perfect retirement location, but aren't quite sure where that is or how to find it? Today's guest, Margaret Vandergriff, founder of Your Place Finder is here to help!  Drawing on 30+ years of prospect research, strategic planning, and consulting/coaching experience, Margaret created the Spark System to guide retirees and almost retirees from deciding to move (or not...

Terri and Melissa are transported into the world of Romantasy on today's episode.   Terri shares her long-time love for the genre, highlighting its role in offering complete escapism and its evolution from conventional romance narratives. Terri and Melissa consider how the genre has grown thanks to social media and the popularity of BookTok and have some   starter romantasy book recs . They chat a...

Join hosts Terri and Melissa as they candidly discuss life in their fifties and beyond, particularly focusing on the 'empty nest' stage of life. They mull over questions like 'When do we stop parenting our adult children?' and 'How to balance personal interests and a career while making space for enjoyment in retirement?' The discussion also includes their personal fun facts and an invitation to l...

Can astrology help women over 50 find their purpose? In this episode of the 'Mixing Up Midlife' podcast, hosts Terri and Melissa interview intuitive tarot reader and astrologer, Mary Jo Cranmore aka MJ. MJ shares her journey from a television news producer to an astrologer, her spiritual awakening and provides insights about astrological houses, North Node, South Node and how they relate to one's...

We're back together for the first time since December and we've got updates! Melissa went to Colorado, hiked Garden of the Gods and came home with her new fur baby. We ask if it's crazy that we both got puppies as empty nesters. Our answers may suprise you. We're going to be gamifying our 2024 goal setting by making bingo cards! What do you think? Let us know by shooting us an email or leaving us...

Living A Bodacious Life: Seasonal Work For Women over 50 with Dawna Jarvis In this episode, Terri and Melissa of 'Mixing up Midlife' podcast speak with Dawna Jarvis in an enlightening conversation about pursuing an adventurous life post-age 50. Dawna shares her journey of taking a divergent route in her empty nesting life, leaving the corporate world behind, and embracing the adventures of seasona...

It's the last episode of 2023 and we went off the rails a bit...Today's episode is a bit of everthing...A squirell story, a COVID Christmas, A new arrival and a Try it or Buy it. HAPPY HOLIDAYS AND WE'LL SEE YOU IN 2024 (we might get a tiny commission for these): Ulike Air 3 Labigo Electric Spin Scrubber Mix It Up with Us Leave Us A Voicemail       Terri on Instagram   Melissa on Instagram   Join...

It's the annual holiday episode! Today we're sharing what makes our holidays special and we're sharing some of our past podcast episodes, especially the ones that could help you with your holiday shopping! From books and skincare products to eco-friendly stocking stuffers and unique travel experiences, there's something for everyone! We also touch on topics like solo travel, sustainable lifestyle...