The Midlife Awakening with Odilia

In this week’s off-the-cuff episode of The Midlife Awakening , Odelia opens up about something so many women struggle with but rarely say out loud — our midlife bodies . After decades of self-criticism, unrealistic expectations, and diet culture conditioning, midlife invites us into a completely different relationship with ourselves. In this honest and intimate conversation, Odelia shares how she’...

In today’s powerful episode of The Midlife Awakening , Odelia sits down with Alcohol Freedom Coach Jacki Fleniken , who went from drinking 12–13 beers a day to living completely alcohol-free — not through willpower, shame, or restriction, but through a science-based method that rewired her beliefs, neural pathways, and emotional patterns around drinking . Jacki’s story is raw, honest, and deeply i...

In this episode of The Midlife Awakening , we explore the powerful transition from the deep emotional work of Scorpio season into the expansive, hopeful energy of Sagittarius season. Scorpio has taken many of us into the depths — shadow work, subconscious patterns, emotional truths, and the parts of ourselves we’ve long suppressed. And in today’s episode, I share my own personal breakthrough: disc...

In this inspiring episode of The Midlife Awakening , I sit down with Tessa Grint — leadership coach, business consultant, and founder of Light Me Up . After spending 17 years in the corporate world, Tessa found herself completely burnt out and chasing a promotion she didn’t even want. That breakdown became her breakthrough — the moment she realised success isn’t about job titles or LinkedIn update...

 Shadow Work in Midlife: Becoming Whole Through Inner Healing   Discover how shadow work helps you heal, grow, and reconnect with your authentic self during midlife. With Jungian wisdom, synchronicities, and self-awareness.  Midlife has a way of bringing everything to the surface — old patterns, unhealed wounds, and parts of ourselves we’ve long ignored. But it’s not a breakdown — it’s an awakenin...

Reconnecting with your feminine energy and finding real love after healing. In this heartfelt episode of The Midlife Awakening , we dive into the world of love, healing, and dating after 40 with Lilli Bewley — a Dating Coach and creator of The Feminine Dating Archetype Quiz . Lilli’s story is one of profound transformation. After years of following all the “rules” of success — the career, the rela...

In this week’s Monday Motivations episode, I’m sharing a deeply moving story sent in by one of our listeners — Sam — whose midlife awakening began through pain, loss, and ultimately, profound transformation. Sam’s story is about learning to listen to her body after years of struggling with endometriosis, navigating grief after a hysterectomy, and rediscovering purpose through healing and coaching...

Heartbreak changes us—but it doesn’t mean we’re broken. In this powerful episode of The Midlife Awakening , I sit down with Miranda Roos , a South African–born lawyer turned award-winning photographer, writer, and emotional alchemist. Miranda is the author of The Empty Drawer , a raw and honest breakup survival guide born from her own lived experience of loss, love, and rediscovery. We talk about...

Attachment style test  https://www.attachmentproject.com/attachment-style-quiz/ Libra Season (September 22 – October 22) is here, bringing its Venus-ruled focus on love, harmony, and connection. This is the time of year when relationships take center stage — and often, so do the patterns that make them feel complicated. In this episode of The Midlife Awakening , I’m breaking down attachment styles...

In this Monday Motivations episode, I share the powerful midlife story of Davina McCall — a woman who has lived through addiction, fame, heartbreak, and a near-death health crisis, only to rise again and again with courage and clarity. From her turbulent childhood and struggle with heroin, to becoming one of Britain’s most recognisable TV presenters, to her recent advocacy for women’s health and h...

What happens when your body forces you to stop—and your mind demands a new way forward? In this episode of The Midlife Awakening , I’m joined by health and nutrition coach Arianna Morgan , whose story of resilience and reinvention will speak to so many of us navigating midlife. Arianna’s journey began with a diagnosis of rheumatoid arthritis at 33, followed by corporate burnout and, later, an ADHD...

In this Monday Motivations episode, we explore the powerful midlife transformation of Melinda Messenger — a woman once known for her fame and television career, who walked away from it all after reaching breaking point. Behind the glamour, Melinda faced burnout, the collapse of her marriage, and financial struggles that forced her to completely rethink her life. Through courage and inner work, she...

In this powerful episode of The Midlife Awakening , Odelia sits down with child therapist and trauma specialist Mia Von Scha to explore how unresolved childhood trauma resurfaces in midlife — especially during perimenopause — and how we can begin to heal. Mia shares her expertise on attachment theory, EMDR, and the importance of rupture and repair in parenting. Together, we discuss why it’s not on...

✨ In this Monday Motivations episode, we explore the extraordinary midlife transformation of Louise Hay — a woman who went from a childhood of trauma and hardship to becoming one of the most influential figures in the self-help movement. Louise didn’t publish her first book until she was 50, and in her 60s she founded Hay House Publishing, building a global legacy of healing and empowerment. From...

If you’ve been feeling the urge to get organised, reset your routines, or finally shift some habits that just aren’t working anymore — it’s not random. That’s the energy of Virgo season calling you back to balance. In this episode of The Midlife Awakening , I’m exploring how daily routines and rituals can support us in midlife. We’ll talk about: Why routines matter more as our energy, hormones, an...

 💫 In this first Monday Motivations episode, Athena opens up about her journey of resilience — from a childhood marked by challenges, to surviving a traumatic brain injury that doctors believed she wouldn’t recover from. She shares how her fight to walk again, her struggles with mental health, and her search for purpose ultimately led her to become a trauma-informed coach. Athena’s story is a rem...

Summary In this conversation, Odelia explores the multifaceted nature of trauma, emphasizing that it is not solely defined by significant events but also by the absence of support and love. She discusses how trauma manifests in the body and mind, the different types of trauma, including generational trauma, and the importance of healing through understanding and compassion. Odelia highlights the r...

Keywords healing journey, self-care, emotional support, journaling, therapy, self-compassion, healing modalities, personal growth, mental health, emotional wellness Summary In this conversation, Odelia discusses the essential steps in embarking on a healing journey, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging pain, setting intentions, seeking support, and exploring various healing modalities. She...

Keywords inner child healing, grief recovery, emotional suffering, attachment theory, hypnosis, self-healing, mindfulness, grief counseling, emotional recovery, personal transformation Summary In this conversation, Odelia and Anna Parfa delve into the profound topic of inner child healing and grief recovery. Anna, a grief counselor and author, shares her insights on the expansive nature of grief,...

Keywords midlife awakening, self-discovery, emotional changes, family dynamics, career transitions, physical health, personal growth, relationships, community engagement, self-care Summary In this episode, Odelia explores the concept of midlife awakening, emphasizing the journey of self-discovery and the emotional, physical, and relational changes that occur during this transformative phase. She e...

Keywords midlife, self-discovery, healing, relationships, career transitions, emotional wellness, personal growth, astrology, subconscious mind, women empowerment Summary In this conversation, Odelia shares her personal journey through midlife, exploring themes of self-discovery, healing, and the challenges of navigating career transitions and physical changes. She discusses the importance of emot...

This is my new Podcast and it is all about the healing journey that I am about to embark on over the next 365 days.  I am hoping that this will transform my life and maybe inspire others to do the same. Each week I will be sharing my journey with you including what books I have read and what methods I am using to heal past Trauma. So if you are into topics like EFT tapping, meditation, shadow work...