The Loneliness Project: Connection after 50 with Pam & Karyn

Text us your questions and comments! Join Pam and Karyn in "The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50" as they explore the transformative journey of rediscovering yourself after the kids have flown the nest. This episode dives into the emotional whirlpool that engulfs many moms transitioning from full-time parenting to finding their own passions and identity.  Whether it’s reviving old...

Text us your questions and comments! Is it easier to lose a loved one suddenly vs a slow death?    Are we ever truly prepared for the inevitable loss of our elderly parents?  What about when a loved one dies unexpectedly?   How do we go from feeling devastated to being OK?  Is Loss on a hierarchy?  These questions and more are discussed by Pam and Karyn as they each share their own losses and disc...

Text us your questions and comments! Frenemies are TOXIC and it’s time to get them out of your life! Grab a cuppa something cozy and warm and join Pam and Karyn for a deep dive into the world of frenemies on 'The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50.' Ever wonder why these tricky relationships seem to hit differently for women than men– especially as we age? Well, we're unpacking...

Text us your questions and comments! Welcome back to "The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50," where today's episode dives deep into the complex world of guilt. Join Pam and Karyn as they explore everything from the motivating power of healthy guilt to the paralyzing effects of its toxic counterpart. In this thoughtful discussion, they unpack why we feel guilt, how it shapes ou...

Text us your questions and comments! Join Pam and Karyn in a thought-provoking episode of "The Loneliness Project," where they delve into the often-celebrated yet psychologically complex role of moms as the familial glue. From the pride and pressure of being the indispensable nurturer to the intriguing dynamics of role-switching with spouses, this episode explores nine critical questions...

Text us your questions and comments! Visit us on utube and make a comment please! How Are You Really? Join Pam and Karyn for an enlightening episode of "The Loneliness Project," where Karyn tells Pam all about her social experiment swapping the casual "how are you?" with a meaningful approach to foster genuine connection. Discover how this simple change in daily conversations c...

Text us your questions and comments! Explore the transformative power of solitude in this insightful episode of "The Loneliness Project." Join Pam and Karyn as they distinguish between the sting of loneliness and the peaceful embrace of solitude. Learn how solitude, when approached with a curious and positive mindset, can lead to self-discovery, creativity, and a renewed appreciation for...

Text us your questions and comments! Join Pam and Karyn in a deeply personal episode of "The Loneliness Project," where they explore the painful realities of family estrangement. They share their own stories and the lasting impact on family gatherings and personal connections. This episode offers insights and strategies for those feeling isolated by familial divides, providing hope and g...

Text us your questions and comments! Join Pam and Karyn in a fun-filled episode of "The Loneliness Project" as they unveil their all-time favorite movies. In "Reel Talk: Our Top Must-See Movie Picks for Women Over 50," discover which films have captivated their hearts and why these picks are perfect for women in the prime of life. Will there be overlap in their lists? Does a pe...

Text us your questions and comments! Join Pam and Karyn on "The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50" as they delve into friendship for shy and introverted gals.  In this insightful episode, Pam and Karyn share deeply personal stories that have shaped their social selves and explore the common misconceptions between being shy and being an introvert. Discover why it's not just abo...

Text us your questions and comments!  In today’s episode, hosts Pam and Karyn delve deep into the frustrating world of unknown medical diagnoses. They share their own personal health odysseys—from misdiagnosed dietary issues and autoimmune disorders to finally uncovering the root causes of their symptoms. Their discussion illuminates the challenge we all face within today’s medical system with fin...

Text us your questions and comments! In this episode of The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50, Pam and Karyn get real with how they’re doing connecting with others in their own lives. This conversation takes several turns as we revisit the love language of “quality time,” discuss passive aggressive people, consider golf as a couple’s sport, ponder the ways having multiple brothers shaped our...

Text us your questions and comments!  This episode dives deeply into Gary Chapman's renowned concept of the Love Languages, now expanded to seven love languages.   We ponder how our our needs have changed since we first talked about the book that took looking at relationships from a back street to the Autobahn.   Pam and Karyn ponder the possibility of a much-needed sequel: "Love Languag...

Text us your questions and comments! We have Pam's husband, Pierre, on to share why he started a Utube channel about travel.   

Text us your questions and comments! We share our skin care routines and some of our favorite products:  Joans Road, DRMTLGY needless serum, Eminence, Elta MD 40 spf,  BioSsance Vitamin Squalane and vitamin C, and Alpyn Beauty

Text us your questions and comments! We brought our long time friend and seasoned Empty Nester on to discuss all stages of life once the kids leave the home.   Pam gives the scoop on how surprising the first nine months have been.  We try not to frighten Karyn,  who has a few more years to go before her sweet young boy leaves home.   Ginger dishes us some great tips and we hope you will too by ema...

Text us your questions and comments! Our great friend, Sheridan, lost her mom a few months ago.  What she discovered about her finances after her passing could serve as a warning for those of us unaware.   notes:  Charles Schwab's Guide to Financial Independence:  Simple Solutions for Busy People and You're Fifty-Now What?  Investing for the Second Half of your Life.

Text us your questions and comments! The following are discussed briefly:  1. Top 5 Chronic Illnesses Impacting Women Over 50 the Most; 2.  Prevention; 3.  New and Innovative Research and Treatments; 4.  Holistic Prevention and Management Strategies when you are over 50; 5.  Innovative and Alternative Research and Treatments ,and 6.  Addressing Isolation and Loneliness Holistically

Text us your questions and comments! GRRRRRRRRR!  GO AWAY WINTER!!!!!!   Karyn and Pam both suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder and want to share some practical advice on how to cope with their blues.  

Text us your questions and comments! Do you ever think about how retirement looks for you?  We talk about how to get started on planning your healthiest and best semi-retirement to retirement.    Take that first step towards making sure your dreamiest days are still ahead. 

Text us your questions and comments! Middlescence is a new term used to describe our midlife years from our 40's through to our 60's or 70's . It is a new term because we never used to live long enough to have such a long stretch of life between young adulthood and our elderly years.   We discuss how we feel about this new term and whether it applies to either of us.

Text us your questions and comments! We get real here as we share our own DO and DON'T list for future mother in-laws.   We need your help as there's a lot to consider when it comes to adding a family member to your own clan.  

Text us your questions and comments! We've missed you and now we know that you have missed us too!!  Thank you, Listeners, for giving us your ideas and thoughts.   Please keep your thoughts coming at Pamkarynpod@gmail.com.

Text us your questions and comments! We share how Karyn became a cat lover at age 50 plus we delve into the pros/cons of having pets.  Let us know your opinion at our email:  Pamkarynpod@gmail.com 

Text us your questions and comments! This is the second part of our discussion of how we barely understand what it's like when our parents get older until we reach our 50s.   We share the role reversal,  changing dynamics, tough conversations, and action steps for maintaining dignity for them while managing our own struggles.  pamkarynpod@gmail.com