Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Self Care for Women Over 40, with Cheryl Fischer

Intermittent fasting — it’s one of those topics that lights up every group chat. Is it healthy? Is it safe? Does it even work for women in midlife? In this episode, Cheryl sits down with Integrative Health Practitioner Adrian Mamikonian to get real about what intermittent fasting is and what it isn’t . Spoiler: it’s not about deprivation or starving yourself — it’s about understanding how to suppo...

Part 4:  You’ve worked through the emotions, calmed your nervous system, and started shifting your mindset. Now it’s time to take action. In this private Mindset Deep Dive episode, we’re focusing on practical next steps after a job loss you didn’t want. From collaboration and networking to finding new opportunities and building confidence in your next chapter, this episode will help you move forwa...

 One of the biggest challenges we face in our 40s and 50s is knowing what feels right—and letting go of what doesn’t. In this episode, Cheryl breaks down the idea of “resonance” —why it matters, why it’s not woo-woo, and how it can guide your decisions about work, relationships, habits, and life in general.  You’ll learn how to recognize when something no longer fits, how your body and brain signa...

Part 3:  When a job loss happens—especially one you didn’t choose—it can feel like your confidence and direction vanish too. But once the shock starts to settle, it’s time to begin something powerful: your mindset shift. In this private Mindset Deep Dive episode, I’ll help you take the next step after grief and grounding—moving from “Why did this happen?” to “What do I have going for me right now?...

What if midlife wasn’t the time to slow down—but to get stronger, happier, and more confident in your body than ever before? In this first episode of our Changemakers series, Cheryl talks with Inessa Love , founder of Sassy Silver Surfers and advocate for active aging. Inessa discovered surfing at 50 and says it completely transformed her life—physically, mentally, and emotionally. She’s now helpi...

Part 2: Career shock hits like a wave—loud mind, tight chest, and a story that says you’re too late to start over. We’re here to offer something steady: a set of simple, science‑backed practices that help you honor your feelings, regulate your body, and get your thinking brain back online so you can make your next move with confidence. We start by going straight at the hard stuff using EFT tapping...

Part 1: The ground can vanish overnight—a layoff, a closure, a firing—and what floods in isn’t clarity, it’s noise.  We open this mini-series on unwanted job change by giving you something stronger than pep talks: permission to feel, language for what’s happening inside, and two practical tools that bring your nervous system back within reach. We start where most advice skips ahead—naming the mess...

When was the last time you pushed a button just to see what happens? In this episode, Cheryl shares a funny (and surprisingly insightful) story about her Ring camera — and how it led to a big realization about curiosity, confidence, and trying new things in midlife. If you’ve ever hesitated to try something because you weren’t sure how it would go — whether that’s a new app, a hobby, or even a car...

We know we should exercise. But when moving your body feels like a chore, it’s easy to resist it. What if instead of “should,” we started looking at movement as something joyful, energizing, and protective of our long-term health? In this episode, I’m joined by Erika Shannon, a fitness and wellness expert with over 20 years of experience. Erika specializes in helping women in perimenopause and men...

Episode 51: We feel like we know our parents or older relatives inside and out—but what if there are entire chapters of their lives we've never heard about? Imagine being able to ask the right questions now, so you don’t miss the chance to understand their stories, lessons, and legacies. In this heartfelt episode, I share why midlife is the perfect time to connect with the older generation in...

Episode 50: Menopause isn’t a maybe—it’s a certainty for every woman lucky enough to live long enough. Yet despite the fact that half the population will experience it, perimenopause and menopause are still some of the most confusing, frustrating, and misunderstood stages of life. In this empowering episode, Cheryl is joined by Adrian Thompson, PA-C , founder of Vida Women’s Health, who specialize...

Episode 49: Ever catch yourself scrolling through social media and suddenly feel… less than? You’re not alone. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife , we dig into why so many women over 40 and 50 fall into the comparison trap and how to break free so you can feel more joy, confidence, and fulfillment in your own life. This is your official permission slip to stop following the accounts that make yo...

(Episode 48) Ever find yourself asking, “Is this really it?” You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this empowering episode of Mind Your Midlife , Cheryl Fischer sits down with Dr. Wendy O’Connor, a Stanford-trained positive psychologist and success coach, to talk about what it truly means to thrive as women over 40. We dig into the difference between success and happiness, how to stop living b...

Episode 47: Ever feel like you should be doing more—or maybe the opposite, like you just want to relax but wonder if that’s “enough”? In this Ask Mind Your Midlife episode, I’m tackling your real-life questions about rest, relaxation, and whether midlife women should be pushing harder or giving themselves permission to slow down. This is about more than just putting your feet up. It’s about mindse...

You’ve probably heard that laughter is the best medicine, and science agrees. But did you know that being funny isn’t something you’re either born with or not? My guest today, Lynn Harris, founder of Gold Comedy, is here to show us that everyone can learn to tap into humor—yes, even you. In this episode, Lynn shares how comedy is not only a tool for entertainment but also for empowerment, especial...

Ever asked yourself, why do I feel guilty taking time for myself? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry that belief anymore. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife , I’m sharing the powerful practice of EFT tapping and guiding you through a step-by-step session designed to help midlife women release stress, embrace self care, and shift limiting beliefs. We’ll explore what tapping actually is,...

Whether or not you've personally dealt with abuse, you most likely know someone who has. In this powerful episode of Mind Your Midlife , I talk with domestic abuse survivor and advocate Tiffiny Newton about how women over 40 and 50 can recognize the signs of abuse, protect their self confidence, and reclaim their joy. Tiffiny shares her personal journey of leaving an abusive relationship and...

Ever feel like your brain just won’t stop racing? Imagine getting your steps in and finding your calm—all in just ten minutes. In this episode, I guide you through a simple but powerful walking meditation designed especially for midlife women. You’ll combine movement with mindfulness so you can release stress, clear your head, and boost your mood—without having to sit still or “do meditation perfe...

If you’re in your 40s, 50s, or 60s, you’ve probably had this moment: You should feel confident by now… but you find yourself staring at a decision, second-guessing every move, and wondering why it feels so hard to just choose . In this episode, I’m sharing: Why so many midlife women struggle to make decisions (it’s not just you!) The surprising ways overthinking keeps us stuck A personal turning p...

Ever wondered why you’re wide awake at 3am—and nothing seems to help? You’re not broken, and you’re definitely not alone. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife , I sit down with sleep coach Morgan Adams to talk about why so many women over 40 and women over 50 struggle with sleep—and what actually works to get it back. Morgan shares her own journey from years of insomnia and dependence on medicatio...

Ever wish you could just ask someone what to do when midlife feels messy, unclear, or overwhelming? Now you can. Welcome to the very first episode of Ask Mind Your Midlife , a new Q&A series where I answer your real questions about confidence, mindset, purpose, and more—with practical ideas to get unstuck and feel more like yourself again. In this episode, I’m tackling three listener questions...

Ever asked yourself, Is this all there is? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this powerful episode of Mind Your Midlife , I talk with bestselling author Joan Perry about how women over 50 can stop dragging their flower cart through life and finally start blooming. Joan breaks down The Heroine’s Journey , her life-changing framework that helps midlife women move through disruption, reconnec...

What if the thing you're most afraid of isn’t actually the problem—but the story you’re telling yourself about it is? In this episode, I sit down with transformation coach Lisa Andria to talk about what happens in midlife when we’re craving change but feel stuck in fear, doubt, or the belief that we might mess everything up. Lisa shares her story of leaving the corporate world, healing from b...

Ever feel stuck when someone asks what you really want? Like… how are you supposed to answer that with everything going on? If you’re a midlife woman navigating shifting priorities, menopause, and what can feel like a midlife crisis, you’re not alone—and it’s not too late to get clear. In this episode, I’m sharing one of my favorite tools to help you stop spinning your wheels and start uncovering...

Ever feel “off” in midlife but can’t quite explain why? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this episode, functional health practitioner Dee Davidson joins me to explore why so many midlife women feel out of sync, struggle with hot flashes, and don’t feel like themselves. But here’s the game-changer: Hot flashes and hormone symptoms aren’t something you have to just live with. Dee breaks dow...