Women in the Middle®: Loving Life After 50 - Midlife Coach Podcast

Today's "next chapter toolkit" episode for women 60+ is inspired by the topic of reinvention…starting something new…allowing yourself to be happy and regret proof your life. And we're going to look at this through the lens of life after 60.  Don't worry, you'll be able to apply this podcast to your life if you're in your 50s, too. You'll discover why mindfulness tools, practical tools, network too...

Today's episode is about what it's like when tech feels tricky in midlife and why digital overwhelm isn't about age When it comes to technology in midlife, it's easy to believe that you're too old and it's just too late to be able to use tech without stress. It can seem impossible to believe that tech doesn't have to be hard and problematic for you in life and business. Learn more: https://suzyros...

Today's episode is about the science of happiness after 50; research can reveal important information about your next chapter that can make it better! You may be interested to learn that there are decades of happiness research that can teach you about living a fuller, more joyful life after 50. This may surprise you because it's easy to believe that the best is over, and once you're over 50, it ca...

Today's encore episode shares a simple strategy to end procrastination and overwhelm in midlife called "minimum baseline."  It was originally published as Episode 324 on October 5, 2023. When you find yourself full of procrastination and overwhelm, you may also notice how bad you feel, how much time you waste, and how hard it is to feel good about small amounts of action. It can feel like you're g...

Today's episode is all about someone who went from designing experiments in a nuclear physics laboratory to writing historical fiction novels and danced with her dogs along the way. My guest is Joyce A. Miller, a writer living in Richmond, VA. Before Joyce started writing, she worked for over thirty years as a mechanical designer at a nuclear physics laboratory. She created a fun and interesting j...

Today's episode is all about navigating perimenopause and menopause, starting with nutrition and lifestyle (and perhaps foundational supplements). The perimenopause and menopause phase of life can be an incredibly strange one. Lack of easy-to-access information from reliable sources can be challenging. As an older and wiser woman, it's surprising how difficult it can be to navigate all the confusi...

Today's episode is all about following your midlife passion into luxury cruising and more. My guest is Dr. Krystal Sodaitis. Krystal Sodaitis is a Physician, Executive, Neurodiversity Coach, & Podcast Host; she's a board-certified pediatrician with a career spanning academic medicine, health plan leadership, and physician coaching. Since transitioning from academic medicine to health plan leadersh...

Today's episode is all about midlife memories about perfume! Specifically, it's about your perfume past. I've asked three midlife gals from the Women in the Middle Academy to join me in a panel to talk and share stories of how we all discovered and used perfume and other scents throughout the years. Learn more:  https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-422-midlife-memories-from-your-perfume-past/

This week's encore episode from my other podcast, the Women in the Middle® Entrepreneurs show, about introverts can learn to own & play to their strengths authentically while rattling the cages of organizations to shake out the bias that favours the extravert ideal. Introverts are often known as "the quiet ones" and may feel that way too.  It's common for them to be overlooked. Learn more: https:/...

This week's encore episode is about 3 ways to be delighted in midlife. Being delighted more often is a worthy pursuit! Especially when you're a woman over 50. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-420-encore-3-ways-to-be-delighted-in-midlife/

Today's episode is all about the practical advice regarding two ways to travel solo for midlife women with Janice Waugh. Driven by a passion for travel and a deep understanding of the needs of those who journey alone, Janice Waugh is the founder, publisher, and a key contributor to Solo Traveler, the leading resource for solo travelers worldwide. Inspired by her own experiences traveling solo, Jan...

Today's episode is all about the other "Big O" and why it's important to get organized in midlife with Gayle Gruenberg.   Gayle is a woman in the middle entrepreneur who specializes in serving clients who are living with Chronic Disorganization. This interview was originally featured in Episode 27 of the podcast, Women in the Middle Entrepreneurs: The Reality of Running a Business in Midlife, publ...

Today's episode is all about 7 Groovy Lessons Marcia Brady Taught Me About Midlife. If you don't know who Marcia Brady is, she's a character from a family sitcom called The Brady Bunch, which ran from 1969-1974. In honor of my 62nd birthday, help me celebrate by reminiscing about this super fun TV show from our childhood. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-417-7-groovy-lessons-marci...

This week's episode is about a midlife journey to hosting women's retreats. Yes, you're invited to the upcoming retreat in Costa Rica called: Unwind and Recharge: Finding Joy in the Slow Lane January 2026! My guest is Stephanie Flanders-Martin. Stephanie has an interesting background and journey to her next chapter career. She has nine years of experience in the wellness industry, after a 32-year...

Today's episode is all about healing binge eating in midlife with Internal Family Systems with Martha Ayim, MA. Specifically, today's interview is with someone who healed her nearly 35-year pattern of binge eating and knew she was meant to spend the rest of her life helping others do the same. In her late 40s, she left a full-time, pensioned government position to follow that passion. Learn more:...

Today's episode is all about gratitude for sharing midlife with your dog. Do you relate to this? There is a lot of evidence-based research to support the importance of regular gratitude practices in your life. There's also a lot of research to support the wide variety of health and well-being benefits from relationships with dogs and companionship with animals overall. Learn more: https://suzyrose...

Today's episode is all about failing in advance and why it can be a sneaky way midlife women stay stuck. Do you ever notice that you give up before you really try to be successful with your goal, beliefs, or opportunity? It's usually because you have hidden beliefs, thoughts, and fears that you aren't yet fully aware of. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-414-failing-in-advance-the-...

Today's episode is all about waiting vs. creating in midlife and what effect it has on you and your happiness. As a midlife woman, you may be surprised that even if you know what you want and what your priorities are, you still may not be moving in that direction. In fact, you may find yourself waiting rather than creating your life.  Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-413-encore-wa...

Today's show is about style for petite women in midlife. When you're a "petite" midlife gal in a world that says you need to be tall and skinny to look beautiful, it can be challenging. Developing your style can be a fun way to help you feel amazing and look your best, whatever "best" means to you. Learn more: https://suzyrosenstein.com/podcast/ep-412-style-for-petite-women-in-midlife-with-sandy-o...

Envy can be the gift that helps you create the perfect, most fun, and fulfilling personal bucket list in midlife. Your bucket list will be full of ideas that have the capability of keeping you entertained for years. Midlife can be a great time to start thinking about your bucket list. It seems like it should be easy for you to determine what you really want to do in your life before you run out of...

Today's show is about creating your own bonus family in midlife with Dr. Jann Blackstone. It's highly likely that you're either navigating a blended family situation or have someone close to you who is. You probably also know that there are many challenges, no matter your age and stage, including adult children, grandchildren, parents, or grandparents. My guest today is Dr. Jann Blackstone. Jann s...

Today's interview is with Laurie-Ann Murabito.  Laurie-Ann is a professional speaker who went from helping companies like Johnson and Johnson and American Towers with their leadership to helping coaches, consultants, and service providers learn how to write and deliver captivating presentations to use as their best form of marketing all because of an incident at the Fort Lauderdale airport. Learn...

Today's interview is about how to live a healthy, active, passion-filled life at 99 with the First Lady of Fitness, Elaine Lalanne.  You may recognize her name because she and her husband, Jack Lalanne were likely on television talking about exercise when you grew up. Elaine is a sparkling, vivacious, and inspirational health and fitness expert, motivational speaker, and prolific author. Known and...

Finding your perfect retirement location in midlife can be one of the most exciting or confusing times in midlife. This episodes explores the relevant issues to consider when you make the decision to move and relocate to the location for your retirement chapter. My guest is retirement relocation expert, Margaret Vandergriff.  Margaret founded Your Place Finder LLC in 2017 after three disastrous em...

Today's episode is about a midlife clarity hack to get unstuck. It's called "What First, Then How and it can deliver powerful results for you. So many midlife women feel stuck about what to do in their next chapter. So many midlife women also love to plan. This midlife mindfulness hack can help you get clear fast, and use that clarity to gain momentum and go after your goals. Learn more: https://s...