Messy Midlife

Send us Fan Mail Today we have a chat about letting go of New Year's resolutions, self-acceptance, and the pressures of productivity, especially in midlife. We talk about our personal experiences with resolutions and when we let them go, the arbitrary nature of the New Year, and the importance of embracing change authentically. We remind each other and our listeners to recognize our worth wit...

Send us Fan Mail In this conversation, we chat about the evolving nature of holiday celebrations in our midlife. We share about the changes in our families, our traditions, and how that impacts us. We explore new ways of looking at things, creating new family traditions, embracing simplicity, and finding joy in the present moment while navigating feelings of nostalgia and loss. 00:00 Navigating Ho...

Send us Fan Mail Today we explore the complexities of navigating personal and political challenges during midlife. We tackle the impact of political polarization on emotional well-being, the intertwining of health and politics, and the importance of authentic expression. It's us, so of course we end up finding our way to the need for radical acceptance, community connection, and intentional e...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode we talk about the complexities of forming and maintaining friendships during midlife. We talk about it all - making new friends, keeping friends, and navigating all the things that come with midlife and still finding time for fun and authentic connection.  00:00 Navigating Friendship in Midlife 07:47 The Challenges of Making New Connections 11:44 Evolving Friendshi...

Send us Fan Mail We start with parenting, but this ISN'T an episode just for parents.  Today we cover A LOT of ground in a short time. It all starts from Aliza's vulnerable share about struggles with parenting - from trying to parent the way she wanted to be parented to the difficulties when your ideals and expectations aren't working out like you hoped.  This takes us on a journey...

Send us Fan Mail Our chat today starts with an exploration of connection and vulnerability and its role in both mental and physical health. We talk about dramatic and sudden changes in how we related to others and the world, in our bodies, and in what we can reliably use to move through physical and emotional challenges. (And how nothing feels reliable anymore.) We get a bit nerdy about things lik...

Send us Fan Mail We explore the concept of the 'sacred pause'—a necessary moment of stillness that allows for reflection, connection, and personal growth. And of course, we get real with the challenges we have in pausing, and work our way to an experiment that just might help us find it a bit easier.  Book referenced: Rest is Resistance by Tricia Hersey (not an affiliate link) IG account...

Send us Fan Mail We are going to be spending some quality time together, so we thought we should introduce ourselves. We share why we are doing this podcast, what we hope you will get from joining us, and a bit about our expertise so you know when you take notes.  00:00 Introduction to the Messy Midlife Podcast 00:21 The Motivation Behind the Podcast 05:23 Navigating the Messy Middle of Life 08:24...

Send us Fan Mail Today we talk vulnerability. We talk about the sneaky ways it can show up to the significant shifts that have happened in our life as we lean into it.  00:00 Celebrating Vulnerability and Connection 04:56 Navigating Family Dynamics and Self-Worth 07:55 The Struggle of Proving Worthiness 10:37 The Impact of Perception on Self-Image 12:57 Embracing Support and Vulnerability 15:58 Th...

Send us Fan Mail Today, we dive in to the real stuff pretty quickly. Jenn is dealing with the dust settling after a trip to the ER and wrestling with what this means for her well being now and in the future. We talk about the importance of self-compassion, support systems, and the need to redefine non-negotiables in life.  00:00 Navigating Health Challenges in Midlife 02:22 The Emotional Toll of A...

Send us Fan Mail We revisit the thoughts on control that came up in last episode because they stuck with us over the week. We explore places control gets sneaky, within ourselves, our relationships, and even spiritual journeys. We work out our understanding of the middle ground between control and acceptance. 00:00 Exploring Control in Midlife 01:44 The Impact of Control on Parenting 04:30 Persona...

Send us Fan Mail Join us as we dive into the unscripted and unplanned conversations of three women navigating the complexities of midlife. From the challenges of parenting and self-discovery to the pressures of hustle culture and redefining our identities, we explore it all with authenticity and vulnerability. As naturopathic doctors and a therapist, we bring a unique perspective to the table, off...