This Stage of Life

Have you ever looked at your life and thought… this used to feel right, so why doesn’t it anymore? If you’re a woman over 50 navigating midlife, this episode is for you. In today’s conversation, we’re talking about the quiet, often unspoken shift that happens when you outgrow parts of your life—even the ones you worked hard to build. This isn’t about blowing everything up or starting over… it’s ab...

There’s something about turning 55 that shifts everything… and it’s not what you expect. In this deeply personal episode, I share what it really feels like to step into midlife as a woman over 50—where birthdays become less about celebration and more about quiet, honest reflection. As I approach my 55th birthday, I find myself looking back at the life I thought I’d have… and the one I’m actually l...

There’s something about this stage of life… it doesn’t knock loudly. It just sort of… taps you on the shoulder one day and whispers, “Things are changing.” In this episode, we’re having an honest, layered conversation about aging— and why it seems to be experienced so differently for women than it is for men. Somewhere along the way, women were handed a quiet expectation… to hold onto youth, to so...

There are some things only we remember. The sound of a cassette rewinding. Waiting by the radio for your song to come on. Memorizing phone numbers like it was second nature. Being unreachable… and somehow, completely okay with that. This episode is a walk back into those moments—the ones that shaped us in ways we don’t always talk about. Because being a Gen X woman means we’ve lived in two complet...

There’s something no one really tells you about midlife… It doesn’t feel like an ending. It feels like space. If you’re a Gen X woman, this episode will hit close to home. We were the latchkey kids. We grew up figuring things out on our own — riding bikes until the streetlights came on, making our own snacks, and learning independence long before it was a “buzzword.” And now… here we are again. Th...

Midlife isn’t about fading out—it’s about refining, editing, and showing up as your true self. In this episode, I share the messy, funny, and real journey of rediscovering who I am now—through style, self-reflection, and the tiny everyday choices that shape how we show up. If you’ve ever stood in front of your closet wondering ‘Does this really feel like me?’—this one’s for you. We’ll talk midlife...

Menopause isn’t a trend. It’s real, messy, and far more than a hormone hack or 30-something wellness influencer can explain.  In this episode, I get raw about the truths no one talks about—the sleepless nights, mood swings, body changes, and the defenses we build to survive it. I share my own journey through the chaos, how I leaned into acceptance, and the light I discovered on the other side of p...

You know those moments that aren’t dramatic… but quietly change something? In this episode, I share the thought I didn’t plan to say out loud — the realization that I’m not stuck… I’m just between versions of myself. It started in my closet on a random morning, surrounded by clothes that technically fit — but didn’t quite feel like me anymore. And what unfolded was a conversation about that awkwar...

In this episode, I’m reflecting on the rise of Gen X women on TikTok and what it says about midlife, reinvention, and writing your next chapter. We talk about why women in their 40s and 50s aren’t slowing down, even when life is good — why it’s possible to love your job, your life, and your role as a mom while still feeling called to do more. This conversation is for the midlife woman who isn’t st...

If you’ve been feeling like time is always slipping through your fingers — even when nothing is technically “wrong” — this episode is for you. In this conversation, we talk about reclaiming your time after everyone else got a turn . What it means to be a 70’s kid, an 80’s teen, and a woman who learned early how to be capable, responsible, and reliable… and how that shaped the way we live, rush, an...

Nourishing Yourself Without Dieting Somewhere along the way, food turned into rules, charts, apps, and guilt — and most of us forgot how to simply take care of ourselves . In this episode, we talk about nourishing your body without dieting, without punishment, and without turning yourself into another “project.” We slow down, reflect, and ask better questions — the kind that lead to peace, energy,...

Hey friends — and Happy New Year! In today’s episode, I’m talking about something we all feel after the holidays: that mix of relief, exhaustion, and “okay… now what?” The house gets quiet. The calendar finally opens up. And suddenly, it’s just us… trying to come back to ourselves again. Instead of pushing, fixing, or jumping straight into big goals, I’m sharing how I gently reset in midlife — wit...

When Traditions Shift: Christmas, Midlife & Becoming the Anchor This Saturday before Christmas, I’m sitting down to talk about something so many of us feel, but don’t always say out loud — how the holidays shift as we get older. When the matriarchs pass, when our parents age, when the kids are grown and the old rhythms no longer fit… who keeps the traditions alive? What do we hold onto? And wh...

If December has you sprinting from task to task with a smile that’s starting to feel a little… glued on, this episode is your permission slip to step off the merry-go-round. We’re talking about the pressure to make the holidays perfect, why midlife makes that pressure feel even heavier, and the quiet truth we all know deep down: we don’t have to earn our place at the table by exhausting ourselves....

As we move toward the close of another year, it’s natural to start looking back — but for so many of us in midlife, that reflection can come with a side of guilt, pressure, or that little voice asking, “Why didn’t I do more?” Not today, friend. Not this year. In this episode, we’re doing a year in review that feels soft, honest, and actually supportive. No shame. No harsh grading. No “should’ve do...

The holiday season is here, and if you’re anything like me, December can feel more like an Olympic event than a celebration. In this episode, I’m talking about reclaiming your time after Thanksgiving, slowing down before the chaos hits, and creating space for joy — not just obligations. Together, we’ll explore how midlife gives us permission to say no, protect our energy, and savor the season on o...

This Thanksgiving, you’ll probably spend time giving thanks for your people — but what if you took a moment to give thanks for you , too? In this episode, I share a heartfelt message of gratitude (for you , my listener), and talk about why celebrating your own growth is one of the most powerful, healing things you can do — especially in midlife. Subscribe to my weekly newsletter for exclusive cont...

Hey friend, can I be real with you for a minute? The holidays can feel like a marathon — endless to-do lists, parties, family expectations, and somehow trying to “stay on track” with our health on top of it all. In this episode, I’m sharing stories from my own holiday chaos — the messy fudge, the burnt sweet potatoes, and the years I tried to make everything perfect. We’ll talk about what it reall...

This Stage of Life is turning 1! A year ago, I sat at my kitchen counter, coffee in hand, staring at a microphone and wondering if I was crazy to start a podcast in my 50s. I wasn’t ready. I wasn’t confident. But I began anyway. One year later, I’ve learned that fear is loud, perfection is overrated, and it’s never too late to start something new. So today, we’re celebrating the messy magic of beg...

 In this episode, Emily opens up about the quiet weight of “should” — the expectations we carry, the pressure to do more, and the belief that leadership means never slowing down. But what if leading well starts with living well? Through honest reflection and a few hard-won lessons, Emily explores how midlife invites us to lead from a place of enough — with clarity, grace, and peace. This isn’t abo...

Fall Into Gratitude: Finding 'Enough' and Shifting Your Midlife Mood Why does gratitude feel like a quiet revolution? Join the conversation on finding peace in midlife when life feels heavy. Host Emily shares her raw, simple list of what she's truly thankful for and explores the Midlife Paradox of 'Enough' . We discuss how shifting focus from the life you chased (the perfect wi...

You know those weeks when even the things you love feel like a chore? That’s where I’ve been lately. And for me, that “thing” happens to be the gym. Which feels strange to say, because movement has always been my happy place. It’s who I am — or at least, who I thought I was. But lately, I’ve been staring at my gym bag like it’s an ex I’m not ready to talk to yet. The spark just… fizzled. And I fou...

We spend so much of our lives waiting—waiting for the perfect time, the perfect plan, the perfect version of ourselves. But here’s the truth: perfection isn’t coming. And if we keep waiting for it, we risk missing the life we’re meant to live. In this episode, I’m sharing why messy action always beats perfection, how our imperfect first steps shape us, and why showing up before we feel ready is th...

Own Your October: How to Reset Without Pressure This October, let’s hit pause and reset—without pressure. In this episode, I share practical, real-life ways to let go of “shoulds,” create small, gentle resets, and give yourself permission to rest. Full of stories, laughs, and relatable moments from everyday life, this is your guide to owning your October on your terms.

Feeling overwhelmed by all the gurus, coaches, and “perfect systems” online? You’re not alone. In this episode of This Stage of Life , I share why I’m not a guru—and why I’d rather be the friend in your corner. Together we’ll talk about burnout, messy action, and what it really looks like to figure things out in midlife without the pressure to be perfect. If you’ve been craving authenticity, encou...