Sherapy with Sheri and Randy

What if the future of Alzheimer's isn't one miracle cure... but a series of small breakthroughs that change everything? After helping care for my mom through nearly 10 years of Alzheimer's, I pay close attention whenever new research offers hope. In this solo episode, I'm sharing two recent studies that really caught my attention. The first explores a new discovery that may hel...

What happens when the sports you loved are no longer an option? In his first solo episode, Randy shares how life changed after professional baseball, aging, arthritis, and oxygen therapy—and why one unexpected hobby has stayed with him through it all. This isn't really a story about golf. It's about friendship, purpose, resilience, and finding something that still gets you excited to get...

Some pets make us laugh. Some drive us crazy. And some leave paw prints on our hearts that never really fade. In this episode, Sheri and Randy take a walk down memory lane, sharing stories about the dogs and cats that shaped their lives—from childhood companions to beloved pets they still miss today. They talk about the joy pets bring, the heartbreak of saying goodbye, and why animals often become...

Remember when we thought the good old days were better? Well... we changed our minds. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we're looking at 10 things that are actually better today than when we were growing up. From GPS replacing paper maps and streaming music replacing stacks of records, to video calls, modern healthcare, online banking, and instant access to information, some...

When retirement becomes caregiving, life can change in an instant. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, Sheri sits down with her cousin Debbie at her home, to discuss what it's really like caring for a spouse with dementia. Sheri shares her experience caring for a mother with Alzheimer's, while Debbie offers the unique perspective of caring for her husband. Together, they d...

Have you ever looked back on your life and realized it didn't turn out the way you thought it would? Recorded live at our nephew's wedding, this episode became an unexpected conversation about marriage, life lessons, mistakes, second chances, and the wisdom that only comes with experience. Randy has been married three times. Sheri never married. As we watched the next generation begin th...

In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy , we talk about the places retirees and older adults don’t always feel comfortable going anymore — and why. From crowded shopping centers and loud restaurants to self-checkout lanes, Disneyland and technology-heavy stores, aging can quietly change how we experience the world around us. This honest and relatable conversation explores retirement life...

Retirement used to come with a simple plan: work hard, pay off the house, and enjoy the good life. But today? Housing costs, rising rent, HOA fees, maintenance, and fixed incomes have completely changed the conversation. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we’re talking honestly about renting vs. buying in retirement — the pros, the cons, the emotional side of letting go, and why mo...

Retirement can bring freedom, peace, and a slower pace of life… but it can also bring something many people never expect: loneliness. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we explore why community matters so much after 60 and the psychology behind connection, belonging, and aging well.  From the benefits of social connection to the realities of walkers, weather talk,  and assisted liv...

Grief doesn’t just change how we feel — it can change how we see family, relationships, and even ourselves. In this heartfelt episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy , we talk honestly about sibling grief, complicated emotions after losing a parent, and the surprising lessons that come when families grieve differently. Some people pull closer. Some pull away. Some show up quietly in ways you nev...

This week on Sherapy with Sheri & Randy, we’re talking about a comment that honestly… stung a little. After our episode joking about the things we swore we’d never do in retirement — early dinners, slowing down, multiple pairs of glasses and all — a viewer challenged us to “get up and move” and stop “acting old.” But it sparked a bigger conversation… because retirement doesn’t look the same fo...

In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy , we’re talking about all the things we swore we would NEVER do… and somehow, here we are doing them 😄 From eating dinner at 4pm, to shopping at Dollar Tree, to slowing down behind the wheel (sorry to everyone honking behind us)… retirement has a way of changing your perspective in ways you don’t expect. We also get into: Why your daily routine sh...

Retirement health… it’s not exactly what we thought it would be. 😄 In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy , we’re getting real about the health changes that come with life after 50—and having a few laughs along the way. From everyday aches and pains to the growing list of medications, doctor visits, and those moments where you think, “What’s wrong with us lately?” … we’re talking about...

For 18 years, Randy believed a story that wasn’t true. He was raised by his dad’s parents… told his mother was gone… and that the life he knew was the only one he had. But everything changed the day he did something he never did—he checked the mail. Inside was a letter… from the mother he was told didn’t exist anymore. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy , we share the unbelievable t...

Retirement doesn’t always look the way we planned… now what? In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy , we’re having a real conversation about what retirement actually looks like when life takes a different path. Sheri shares her journey of stepping away from work to care for their mom—and how that meant giving up savings and starting over later in life. Randy opens up about still working...

This episode is a big one. Sheri is sharing what’s changing, what’s growing, and what’s coming next for Sherapy. Same heart. Bigger vision. More healing, more humor, and yes… more road ahead. If you’ve been with Sheri from the beginning, thank you. If you’re new here, you picked the perfect time to jump in. ⁠👉 Subscribe to our YouTube channel  ⁠ so you don’t miss the new episodes, behind-the-scen...

Welcome to Sherapy —but not exactly the Sherapy you remember. In this first episode of Sherapy with Sheri & Randy , we’re talking about real life in this season— retirement, caregiving, starting over, mental health, and finding purpose after 50 —and asking the question… NOW WHAT? Sheri shares her journey through caregiving and loss, while Randy opens up about still working through health chall...

In today’s Five-Minute Breakdown , Sheri takes a powerful, heartfelt look at Nobody’s Girl by Virginia Roberts Giuffre — a memoir of survival, trafficking, trauma, and the ongoing fight for justice. Sheri also shares her own vulnerable experience with the book — how it unexpectedly triggered panic attacks, and why stopping was an act of strength, not weakness. With insights from trusted friends wh...

Giving thanks isn’t always easy — especially during the messy, complicated seasons of life. In this heartfelt Thanksgiving episode of Sherapy with Sheri Todd , we explore what real gratitude looks like when the holidays feel overwhelming, emotions run heavy, or life has thrown one plot twist too many. You’ll learn how to find—and feel —thankfulness in the small, powerful moments: ✨ A breath that...

This week on Sherapy with Sheri Todd , we’re diving into something every midlifer has felt at least once… QR Code Confusion Syndrome. (Yes, it’s real. No, WebMD cannot help you.) In this episode, Sheri unpacks our love–hate relationship with modern tech — why everything suddenly requires a scan, how menus disappeared overnight, and why your phone seems to join random newsletters without your permi...

In this emotional and deeply personal episode of Sherapy , host Sheri Todd shares an honest update about her sister Janelle’s breast cancer journey—from delayed diagnosis and fear, to surgery, recovery, and the powerful fight ahead. You’ll hear how this diagnosis shook her family, the whirlwind that followed, and what Janelle’s treatment plan looks like now—including chemo, radiation, and emotiona...

If you’ve ever opened a closet and felt like it was judging you… this one’s for you. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri Todd, Sheri takes on clutter — the physical, emotional, and even spiritual kind. She shares her own experience cleaning out her mom’s home, what it taught her about love and legacy, and how clutter can quietly drain our peace and energy. You’ll learn: ✅ Why clutter raises str...

Why do pets matter so much — especially as we get older? 🐶🐱 In this heartfelt episode of Sherapy with Sheri Todd , Sheri explores the powerful bond between people and their pets — how animals comfort us through grief, lift our spirits, and remind us that unconditional love doesn’t fade with age. From loyal dogs and loving cats to the quiet moments that help us heal, this episode celebrates the e...

Feeling a little off-balance lately? In this Sherapy with Sheri Todd 5-Minute Breakdown , Sheri dives into Brené Brown’s newest book, Strong Ground — and how its lessons on leadership can help you build real mental strength and emotional calm. Brené reminds us that “strong ground” isn’t about being fearless — it’s about being rooted and real. In this quick, heartfelt episode, Sheri explores: How s...

Getting older comes with surprises — and not always the ones you expected. In this episode of Sherapy with Sheri Todd , Sheri takes a humorous and honest look at what it’s really like to navigate aging over 50. From menopause myths to brain fog, memory lapses to mood swings (or the total lack of them), she’s breaking down the midlife experience with sharp wit and real talk. Whether you're dea...