Midlife with Courage™-Bold Women Thriving After Forty with Kim Benoy

Talk to Kim Karyn Seitz was what you could call a wild girl who turned her life around but still wasn't happy. She talks to Kim about her journey of doing all the things she thought would bring her joy but found out, she was looking in the wrong places.  Enjoy this short clip and listen to the full conversation starting July 12, 2022 at 7am CST.  If you would like to learn more about Karyn, c...

Talk to Kim Tess Scott is a Canadian Mom, Grami (with a heart over the i) and author, who learned to listen to what God wanted her to do...eventually. Her journey from the black sheep to "Jesus girl" brought her to a place of recognizing that it is ok to move forward even if you are scared.  She talks candidly with Kim about her early life and not fitting in and how she filled the emotio...

Talk to Kim In this short and sweet bonus episode, Kim talks about taking care of yourself and what she is doing on this holiday weekend to wind down and unplug!  Happy Weekend!! Kim would also like to hear from you! Are you enjoying these amazing stories of women who decided to live every moment? Do you have a suggestion for a guest? Is there anything you don't like? Reach out to Kim on soci...

Talk to Kim This episode is the June Wellness Options Episode with Alison Bladh, a former esthetician who became a Registered Nutritional Therapist after learning that skin health starts inside the body with the food we eat. Her goal is to help other women in midlife get their sparkle back. Alison is a Brit living in Sweden who says she ended up there after she was swept off her feet by a viking! ...

Talk to Kim Dilyana Mileva is a Holistic Menopause Coach, Yoga and Breathwork Teacher who specializes in helping women navigate the symptoms and transitions of peri-menopause and menopause. This former lawyer found a passion in yoga and meditation which led her to discover the holistic approach to self-healing. She feels she was called to communicate to other women that they can be happier, health...

Talk to Kim This episode features Jessica Klatt, a human wiring specialist aka a matchmaker in the business world. She has a passion for helping people be their best self as they navigate the business and personal world.  Jessica and Kim talk about: How the universe pushes you into a new direction Ignoring the "push' makes it even stronger The 90/10 rule in health and wellness Leaving a...

Talk to Kim This episode features Julie Hilsen, an author and angel guide from Georgia who started her career as a speech pathologist. Despite her reluctance to believe, her angels kept sending her messages and eventually she found the courage to invite them in and her life changed for the better. She has a unique perspective on life that includes finding joy in ways that you may not be familiar w...

Talk to Kim This episode features Jennifer Alemany who had a long career in Human Resources which she enjoyed but eventually realized that she was not happy or fulfilled. While she was experiencing these feelings, she lost the love of her life and as she began journaling about this, a book was being created. Kim and Jennifer talk about:  Realizing she was filtering what she showed to others and wa...

Talk to Kim Enjoy this extra episode of updates and some other items including a request for feedback on the Wellness Options series! Kim also talks about tools for taking a little "mental health" break, what she does and what you can do when you just need a minute.  Kim is looking for feedback about the Wellness Options series she offers every month. Please click on this link to answer...

Talk to Kim Sybil Swanson is a lovely and lively woman who decided at the age of 76 to try something totally new to her: painting. Did she take classes or read books to learn? No, she watched YouTube videos for 3 months before she even picked up a brush! Now at age 80, she has explored many different mediums and has landed on oils as her preferred method of creating beautiful artwork.  Sybil has c...

Talk to Kim This week, Kim talks with Dr. Natalie Marr, a clinical psychologist who specializes with working with women in midlife and helping them love their story. Her personal story helps her relate to her patients and clients so they feel heard and know they can change the world.  Dr. Natalie and Kim talk about: How it's normal to have struggles and women in midlife make it look good Guil...

Talk to Kim This week Kim speaks with Jen Jones, a #sunpowered realtor and coach who shares her self-realizations about the definition of introvert vs extrovert and even introduces us to a new term: ambivert.  Jen shares her journey along with the following: Realizing in 2019 that she wanted to connect others Some people may not have the energy for networking and why Introverts get their energy fr...

Talk to Kim Wellness Options Series Since May is mental health awareness month, we are talking with Dr. Mary Freitag, a clinical psychologist from Stillwater, Minnesota who offers mainstream and integrative therapies in her work. Her message that we need to listen to our bodies to help us heal is so vital to anyone and particularly with women in midlife.  Kim and Dr. Mary talk about the three top...

Talk to Kim Claire Tomkins is a former lawyer turned writer, story coach and self-confessed "word geek" who helps others tell their stories and grow their business. While Claire works with businesses, this discussion will resonate with anyone who is looking to find their courage and confidence.  Kim and Claire talk about the journey to finding courage including: Her love of reading and w...

Talk to Kim This week Kim introduces the listeners to Kim Kane, a former educator from Minnesota turned author, speaker and life coach who believes in aging with gratitude.  The "Kims" talk about: Her work in chemical dependency and adolescents Realizing how much she enjoys speaking to others despite being an introvert Turning towards 50 and experiencing strange physical and emotional ch...

Talk to Kim Jennifer Redden had a long and varied career as a Respiratory Therapist but she knew that was not her passion in life. She decided to make a change-a big change-without really knowing what was next.  Kim and Jenn talk about her courageous journey: 17 years as a Respiratory Therapist in all areas including administration Her personal awakening through life experiences including infertil...

Talk to Kim Beatrice has a unique way of discussing and instilling hope in others. She discusses what she calls "Mindless Behaviors" during this episode and how to overcome them.  Working in event marketing for 20 years and then wanting more How life patterns affect our behaviors We are given tools that don't work for us because they are not ours Being comfortable in our chaos feels...

Talk to Kim This week is the second Wellness Options for Women episode and Kim talks with Dr. Kaitlin Haider about a subject that many women do not like to talk about or even know how to talk about: pelvic health. Dr. Kaitlin's passion for serving women is very evident as you listen to her talk about how she helps them live their best life. Kim and Dr. Kaitlin discuss:  How the pelvic muscles...

Talk to Kim This week Kim is celebrating her one year anniversary in a special way. She is interviewing her daughters together and sharing the conversation with all of you.   Listen in as she and her girls discuss the joys of being twins, what they are accomplishing and other tidbits. They even turn the tables and ask her some great questions.  Kim's daughter Sara has been a guest on the podc...

Talk to Kim Carrie Adelstein describes herself as a jaded actor turned wellness coach and Mom who was looking for a meaningful career and flexibility for her family. Her story is one that many of us in direct sales can relate to and she shares how her attitude toward this business model changed as she learned more and contributed to her success.  Kim and Carrie discuss:  Her successful acting care...

Talk to Kim Jenny Greensmith was a synchronized swimmer and coach who eventually found a career in healthcare. However, she realized she was so unhappy that she needed to make a change. That change was starting her own fitness business that helps women (and men) change their life and feel empowered and confident.  Kim and Jenny discuss: Her gut feeling that she was not doing what she was meant to...

Talk to Kim Kelly Anderson aka Crayon Kelly has a story that many of us will resonate with. She followed the traditional path of school, marriage and kids and then found herself depleted and realizing she had given everyone else what they needed before herself. She started in the art world in high school and even opened a business with her now ex-husband but found that her art was taking a back se...

Talk to Kim This week's episode features the first monthly segment which includes a conversation with a health expert who will talk about a subject related to women's health and wellness. The goal of this monthly feature is to provide information without judgment for women to know they have options for self-care.  Dr. Barb Wasson is the owner of River Point Family Acupuncture in Hudson,...

Talk to Kim Antonia Medeiros is a life coach who specializes in helping women create the life that they REALLY want and empower themselves to become who they REALLY are.  Antonia started her journey like so many of us by realizing that she wanted more out of her own life. She had a beautiful family and a wonderful career but something was missing; she was feeling lost and unhappy and did not know...

Talk to Kim This week is a reminder that the Courage to Change journal is available today on amazon. Our guest from last week, Jessica Fraser is a life transition coach who contemplated suicide over 4 years ago. She thankfully did not follow through on that and is currently helping others live their best life. She believes your dreams should align with your "everyday" life and should not...