Fulfilled and Fabulous Over 40

In Episode 29, "The Lag Between Action & Results," Norma and Carrie explore the common phenomenon of feeling discouraged when pursuing new endeavors. They discuss the concept of the time gap between taking action and seeing results. This gap often leads to a loss of initial enthusiasm and motivation. They emphasize the importance of understanding this lag and how it affects our commitment to o...

Hello everyone and welcome to the podcast today. Have you ever heard yourself or somebody else saying this wasn't supposed to happen or it's not supposed to be this way? Maybe you've secretly thought that to yourself or said it out loud. Today we're going to be talking a little bit about this thought, “ it shouldn't be this way”. Thank you for joining us and as always you can reach out to us by go...

In this episode of our podcast, titled "Starting Over," Norma and Kerry delve into the concept of embracing fresh beginnings and reinventing oneself. They explore the meaning of starting over and what motivates individuals to embark on this journey. The hosts discuss the common fears and challenges associated with starting over, including guilt and the fear of leaving others behind. They emphasize...

Hi everyone and welcome once again to the podcast. Today we are discussing a topic that may seem failrly elementary to some and to others it may appear controversial. Today we are discussing, are we broken and why would we/some, choose to see themselves in this light? How does it help and/ or hurt us to see ourselves in this light and what do we learn from what God's Word says about us? As always...

In this episode we discuss the impact of repetitive negative self-talk on our lives. We talk about:- the tendency to ask low-quality questions that perpetuate negative cycles.- the idea of self-reflection and what they consider as "messing up."- the power of language and how our brains believe what we say, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness.- we discuss the practice of reframing negative...

What is it about wanting to be perfect that has us stalling out and giving up before we even get started? How are mistakes and failures that may face along the way keeping you from your beautiful purpose and joy? Today's episode will address these questions and more along with some ideas about how you can experience failure in a way that propels you forward and why feeling failure will not crush y...

Celebrating Successes Norma and Carrie are back for another insightful discussion. In this episode, they dive into the importance of celebrating successes, whether big or small, and how it impacts our lives. Why many people hesitate to celebrate their achievements. Societal expectations and the fear of judgment from others play a role in hindering celebrations. They discusses the pervasive mindset...

Episode 22 is all about the benefits of having an organized mind and an organized space. We talk about whether you can have one without the other and what are the benefits of each. How can organizing something as simple as your schedule benefit your family and what are some of the potential problems faced when we don't create a system that works for us, and it why it may not look like what the boo...

In today's episode, we delve into the topic of self-worth. Self-worth is a crucial aspect of our lives that often needs reminding and introspection. It can either hold us back or propel us forward towards our dreams and aspirations. Whether you're at the peak of success or just beginning your journey, the concept of self-worth is universal. Defining Self-Worth We define self-worth. We emphasize se...

Today we have a little secret that we want to share, and explore about how allowing negative emotion can actually help us feel better sooner. We will talk about how allowing the emotion that we're experiencing right now is the fastest way for us to get through and to process this emotion and why all of the emotions that we feel are purposeful! Welcome to this week's episode. and we hope that you e...

We will be touching on the following aspects of spiritual wellbeing: Understanding Spiritual Wellbeing Defining spiritual wellbeing and its significance in overall wellness. Highlighting how spiritual wellbeing contributes to a sense of purpose and self-fulfillment. The Essence of Spiritual Connection Emphasizing the personal nature of the spiritual journey. Discussing the role of a genuine relati...

This week we are going to be discussing physical well being as a part of the series on well being that we've been doing over the last several weeks. Physical well being allows us to get the most out of our daily activities without undue fatigue or physical stress. Some of the things that we will be talking about today will be about what contributes to physical well being and how our perspectives h...

In this episode, we delve into the topic of emotional well-being, an integral part of our overall wellness. Emotions play a significant role in various aspects of our lives, impacting relationships, career pursuits, goal achievement, and more. By achieving emotional well-being, we enhance our entire life experience. We explore what emotional well-being entails, the origins of our emotions, and str...

As part of this series of overall well being today we want to dive a little bit deeper into wellness by focusing on mental well being , I think people have this perception that working on our mental health is only for people that have mental disorders or are mentally ill, but I think we can all benefit and it will serve our lives so much if we all take some time to spend on our mental health and/o...

In this episode we look at overall wellbeing beyond 40 and how wellbeing changes for us as we mature. We look at the following: What is wellbeing? We touch on the different areas of wellbeing How important wellbeing is to have a purposeful and fulfilled life Tactics to increase your wellbeing

A lot of times I think we hear maybe ourselves or other people around us saying that they don't have enough hours in their day. I think that is such a common statement from a lot of people, , and then we get the total opposite from a lot of other people where they believe that they make good use of the time that has been given to them. So this is going to be an interesting discussion today. We're...

I used to think that my purpose in life was to be satisfied with whatever my situation and current life status was. We are going to be discussing the concept of having a dream and asking the question, is it okay to want something more or different than what I currently have? Should we have a plan for our life? Or not? What is life all about in the end? Is the dream the be all and end all?

What power does gratitude have in your life? Is it like magic, that when I am grateful everything is better in that moment? On today’s episode of the Fulfilled and Fabulous Over 40 podcast Norma and Carrie discuss the power of gratitude in their own lives and offer a few ideas of how to begin to practice thinking thoughts of gratitude and seeing how it affects your emotions and actions that follow...

Living a life of courage isn't only being physically brave. We show courage by the daily decisions we make that takes us out of our comfort zone. It can be to speak up for ourselves, set boundaries or do something we have never done before. We discuss: What is courage? Why do we want to be courageous? What does a life look like without courage. What does our mindset need to be to be courageous

Today's episode deals with triggers. We all experience triggers at somepoint in our life. Noticing them and how we then respond to them, is different for each of us. The important thing to realize is that it doesn't mean that there is anything wrong with us or that something has gone wrong in our life. You are perfectly normal. Once we are able to identify what a trigger is for us, then we can beg...

Using other successes against ourselves and developing a healthier perspective on success and self-worth, especially for women in midlife. The hosts discuss how instead of being inspired by other people's successes, many individuals, particularly women, tend to compare themselves and feel unworthy or undervalued. They explore the reasons behind this behavior, such as fear, self-doubt, and the desi...

We are so glad that you have decided to join us!! In this episode we will discuss the value of having a coach in your life. There are so many reasons why one would want to hire a life coach. Some very specific reasons might be to reach a goal such as to run a race or become a top earner in your company. Other reasons though, may have more to do with helping you when you are experiencing feelings s...

In this empowering episode, Norma and Carrie delve into the concept of empowerment and what it means, particularly in the context of midlife. They explore the definition of empowerment, highlighting its connection to strength and the authority to take action. They share their perspectives on empowerment, emphasizing the importance of taking control of one's life and making decisions that align wit...

Let's jump right in here and see what happens when you think about what is keeping you from doing the "thing", whatever it is. This week we're going talk a little bit about what we are waiting for in our lives personally and also from a coaching perspective and how we might be able to help our clients. Is there something that you are wanting to do but you keep getting ready, believing that you nee...

Making changes in midlife when it comes to career bring up fear for most. Yet it can be a very fulfilling experience when we do make changes in our career to find fulfillment and meaning. We bring something different to the workforce when we are in this phase in life and we can embrace this time and lies ahead. Our mindset just needs to adjust so we can take these bold steps with fear present and...