The Right-Sized Life with Amy Schmidt

Are your #college kids heading home for the holidays?  In this episode, I share some tips for holidays with a full house. Don't have a welcome committee when they walk in the door. Let them ease back in (they are tired) Let the spend time with their friends - they need it. And discuss expectations before they arrive home. It makes a win/win for all. You can read about my tips in greater detai...

Welcome to the first guest interview in the surround yourself with greatness series. This interview is special as this was introduction from someone who follows FearlesslyFacingFifty and knew that we would hit it off.  Enjoy this conversation. I'd like to introduce you to Ann Teget. Ann Teget is a native Midwesterner, empty nester, and co-creator of the award-winning travel and lifestyle blog...

So excited to be back!!!  This is the first episode in a new series for the Fearlessly Facing Fifty (and beyond) podcast. I love being back behind the mic - and this series - Surround Yourself With Greatness is near and dear to my heart. When you look around what do you see? We all want  to experience success in our relationships, in our business, in our finances. So why is it such a challenge to...

So what's next for you? A question we have often when we reach a certain age. How about heading to camp? In today's episode I have the amazing founders of Camp Reinvention on the show , Dana Hilmer and Wendy Perrotti. Once a year they offer an amazing course designed just for you - those that may wonder what is next. Grab a seat at the Camp Reinvention Career Change Accelerator and durin...

When Jenny Hubbard lost her six-year-old daughter Catherine in the shooting at Sandy Hook Elementary School in 2012, she was confronted with a grief and loss no parent should ever face. And yet, In the depths of her pain, she sought to inspire and founded the CVH Animal Sanctuary in her daughter’s memory, creating a place of healing for humans, animals and the environment – a place to fulfill one...

Age is NOT just a number.  Amen! Are you ready to grow up and not grow old?   Today’s episode will inspire you to #cannonballwithconfidence. This podcast was so popular - that we decided to share it again. Listen in as two award-winning ad creatives talk about launching their #AgeisNOTjustaNumber video campaign — an “ Age Anthem” tackling ageism head-on.   I was part of the campaign and loved ever...

Walking your way to better with Joyce Shulman - replay of the fabulous conversation with 99 Walks Founder, Joyce Shulman Walking is more than just a way to increase the blood flow throughout your body, but it’s also the easiest exercise you can do to improve your overall health. Join me in this episode as we walk towards a better life with Joyce Shulman! She is the co-founder and CEO of Macaroni K...

Hunt & Peck Estate Services has over 20 years experience in the downsizing of fine estates and collections. Featuring a combined 35 years of broad-range specialism, our academic knowledge and research will prove instrumental to the sale of your collections and estates. Full service auction company We focus on fine and general-household estate auctions Our auctions have large online audiences o...

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Judy Schoenberg and Linda Lautenberg, co-founders of EvolveMe , about their passion for midlife career reinvention for women. Judy and Linda share the story behind their brand, EvolveMe, as well as their professional backgrounds. They will also talk about the skills they have learned working together. You'll hear from Judy...

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Meri Frischman, founder of The Pro-Age Woman . Meri is an advocate for positive aging and celebrates women over 50 through connection, conversation, inspiration, fashion and events. Meri will talk about her journey and how it has been a gift to her. She will also talk about her recipe for success.  You will discover...

Midlife can be challenging. During this episode you will meet a dynamic duo behind the Midlife Mentors. It’s time to step away from the madness we manifest in our attempts to attain goals that are unachievable, as we help you focus on the daily opportunities that redefine who and what you are, with the wisdom that comes with age. Here's what we talk about in this episode with Midlife Mentors,...

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Heather Lee, a certified clinical anxiety therapist, a certified psychedelic-assisted psychotherapist, the founder of MedicineWomanRetreats, and the former director of women's health education at the University of Virginia Medical Center. Heather Lee has been a therapist for over 25 years, using psychedelic psyc...

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Tammy Davis, founder of Revolutionary Aromatherapy and clinical aromatherapy master.  Tammy's speciality has evolved over the years into the biology of the stress response. She will share what drew her to aromatherapy and who influenced her along the way. She will also share her insights on essential oils and aro...

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Deirdre Fitzpatrick, KCRA morning news anchor, Dying To Ask Podcast host, and Hearst Olympic Team Reporter. Deirdre is also a four-time Emmy award winner for in writing, anchoring and reporting. She will share how she found her passion and purpose for journalism. She will also talk about her morning routine as a morning news anc...

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Christina Geist, a brand strategist, entrepreneur, and New York Times bestselling author of children's books. Christina is also the founder and CEO of Boombox Gifts and co-founder of True Geist. She is a passionate advocate for women's voices and loves shining a light on women in her life every day. She will share her...

Summary On today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa talk with Dr. Juliana Hauser, media expert, thought leader, educator, therapist and coach. Dr. Juliana has been helping people rethink and reimagine sex, sexuality and relationships for 20 years. As she shares her story, she talks about her belief that your sexuality is the essence of who you are. She will also talk about the REVE...

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Andrea Hipps, a divorce coach. Andrea is passionate about changing divorce norms and helping women create a space that is entirely about them and very little about their former partners.  As she shares her story, Andrea will talk about her own divorce and what she found most disappointing about it. She will also discu...

Summary In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Niro Feliciano, author, psychotherapist, podcast host, national media commentator, and expert on anxiety, brain science, and spirituality. Niro has been an anxiety specialist for the past 17 years.  As she shares her story, Niro will discuss how her book title, " This Book Won't Make You Happy: Eight Keys To Fi...

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Karen Morgan, a former trial attorney and stand-up comedian. Karen transitioned from a trial lawyer to a stay-at-home mom and then to comedy. Interestingly, her professional comedy career kicked off as a finalist on Nickelodeon Television's "Search for the Funniest Mom in America." As she shares her story...

Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Nancy Becker, founder of 2Betties — a Mother and Daughter duo on a mission to transform the snack food industry. Their delicious baked snacks are made with simple quality ingredients, all 100% natural with no refined sugar, additives or preservatives. Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Ad...

 Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Scarlett DeBease, an image consultant, personal stylist, speaker and author of Stop Stressing About Dressing . Scarlett has the incredible gift of helping women dress in a way that makes them feel empowered and show up as their best selves. Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Time...

In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Alex Sanfilippo, a podcasting guru, the host of the top-rated show, Podcasting Made Simple , and the founder of PodPros, which focuses on serving, connecting and empowering independent podcasters.  Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming med...

Esther Goetz Interview In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Lisa chat with Esther Goetz, who runs the Moms of Bigs community on Facebook and Instagram. This community caters to an often neglected segment: moms of young adults. Esther is a mom of four grown kids, a grandmother and an all-around inspirational woman. Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Ad...

In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy chats with Susan Cruz, a wellness coach, business leader and the CEO of Huntsboro Hemp—a company that sells all-natural, preservative-free, locally sourced CBD products.  Better Than Gossip is a media brand that seeks to offer Ageless Advice for Timeless Women. Whether on our podcast, our streaming media show or our website, you'll find valua...

Title: Sarah Klein Summary: In today's episode of Better Than Gossip, Amy and Kristen chat with Sarah Klein, a renowned attorney, an advocate for victims of sexual abuse, and a former competitive gymnast. Sarah is also the first known victim of former US Women’s Gymnastics team doctor Larry Nassar. In July 2018, she accepted the Arthur Ashe Courage Award on behalf of herself and the hundreds...