Midlife Answers

Ever finish a conversation and wonder why you said so much? Perhaps you find yourself over-explaining, justifying your decisions or replaying conversations afterwards, wishing you’d said less. You know what you want to say, but somehow the message gets lost along the way. So why do we over-explain ourselves, and how can we learn to speak with more confidence in midlife? In this episode of our midl...

What if getting older gives us more freedom to make the changes we want, rather than fewer options? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Stephanie Georges, a former top-ranked Wall Street analyst and senior executive in technology and telecommunications, and co-founder of the Meraki Dignity Project , to explore how to take more risks in midlife, navigate uncertainty and...

Does HRT protect your brain, or could it increase your risk of dementia? With new research making headlines, it’s understandable that women are feeling confused about what to believe. In this episode of  Midlife Answers , I’m joined by  Dr Angela Wright , GP, Clinical Sexologist, BMS and coSRH Registered Menopause Specialist, and Co-founder of Spiced Pear Health , for a conversation about HRT, men...

You’ve worked hard, built the career, raised the family, achieved the things you thought would make you happy — so why can you still feel empty, lost or like something is missing in midlife? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Nathalie Cordell, an accredited psycho-spiritual coach and writer, to explore why achieving everything we thought we wanted doesn’t always bring...

Have you ever wondered what life coaching is really like, or whether it could help you navigate a period of change? In this episode of  Midlife Answers , I’m joined by my RISE coaching client, Loulou, for an honest conversation about her experience of working with me. We talk about what drew her to coaching, what surprised her along the way, and what she’s taking from the experience as she moves i...

Have you ever found yourself looking outside yourself for love, validation or reassurance that you’re enough? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by author Sacha Hughes , who shares her honest journey through grief, divorce, relationships, people pleasing and self-sabotage — and how she began to rebuild her relationship with herself. We talk about: • What self-sabotage can...

Have you been feeling flat, disconnected or just not quite like yourself lately? How do you know whether it’s simply a difficult period, the demands of midlife or something more? In this episode of Midlife Answers , I’m joined by psychotherapist Holly Ziff , who specialises in anxiety, self-doubt and self-worth, for an honest conversation about depression in midlife . We talk about what depression...

Could that evening glass of wine be doing more than helping you unwind? In this episode of Midlife Answers , I’m joined by Kate Bee , founder of The Sober School , former BBC journalist and certified Life Coach, to explore how our relationship with alcohol can change during perimenopause and menopause, and why it's not simply about willpower. Kate shares why so many women find themselves drink...

Why does chronic pain continue long after an injury has healed? Could stress, emotions and your nervous system be playing a bigger role than you realise? In this episode of Midlife Answers, I’m joined by Stress and Chronic Pain Coach Jeannie Kulwin to explore the science behind chronic pain, neuroplasticity and the mind-body connection. This is also a deeply personal conversation for me. After liv...

What happens to your identity when your children leave home, and how do you find yourself again while still being a mother? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by author Cosima Somerset to explore motherhood in midlife, the emotional shift of the empty nest years, identity changes, and what happens when a role that has shaped so much of your life begins to evolve. Cosima s...

Why do so many women reach a point in midlife where they start asking… what’s next for me? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Chinese Medicine practitioner, best-selling author and podcaster Katie Brindle to explore reinvention in midlife, identity shifts, purpose, confidence, menopause, and why this stage of life can actually become one of the most powerful transition...

Why does anger show up so strongly in midlife — especially after life-changing experiences like illness, divorce, burnout or loss — and why do so many women find themselves stuck in “why me?” thinking? In this episode of Midlife Answers, I’m joined by Marina Efraimoglou, entrepreneur and founder of the award-winning Euphoria Retreat in Greece, to explore anger, acceptance, and what it really takes...

Why does our face suddenly seem to change in midlife — with more sagging around the jawline, cheeks and eyes — even when our skincare routine hasn’t really changed? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by face fitness expert Philippa Mitchell, founder of Luminous Face Yoga , to explore face yoga in midlife, facial ageing, collagen loss, muscle tone, stress, posture, and the...

Why does cognition feel harder in midlife — with more forgetfulness, brain fog, and mental fatigue — even when nothing else has changed? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by wellness consultant Natasha Banks to explore cognition in midlife, brain fog, memory changes, hormones, stress, sleep, nutrition, and why so many women feel less mentally sharp during perimenopause a...

Why does belly fat seem to appear more easily after 40 — even when your diet and exercise haven’t changed? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by personal trainer Sue Parkyn to talk about midlife belly fat, hormones, strength training, cardio, cortisol, and why some workouts can actually work against women in perimenopause and menopause. We explore: Why belly fat changes i...

Still worrying about what other people think — even in midlife? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by transformational coach Tara Lynn to explore why people-pleasing runs so deep — and how to start letting it go. We unpack the link between conditioning, your nervous system, and the fear of judgement… and why it can feel so hard to speak up, even when you know what you wan...

Feeling unsure of yourself can be shocking — especially when you’ve built a career, raised a family, and always tried to ‘have it together.’ In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Holly, a psychotherapist specialising in self-doubt, anxiety and self-worth, and we talk about why confidence often dips in midlife — what’s happening biologically, psychologically and socially —...

Feeling lost in midlife is more common than you might think — but it can feel incredibly isolating when you’re in it. In this episode of Midlife Answers , we explore one of the most searched and quietly felt questions: Why do I feel like I’m not myself anymore? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Suzette, a therapist specialising in identity, relationships and emotional...

If you’ve been asking yourself,  “Why am I gaining weight in my 40s when nothing has changed?”  — you’re not alone. Many women reach midlife eating the same foods, moving their bodies in the same way, yet suddenly their weight, shape or confidence around their body feels different. It can feel confusing, frustrating, and deeply personal. In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined...

Divorce in midlife can feel overwhelming, confusing and deeply emotional - even when it’s the right decision. In this episode of our  midlife podcast for women , I’m joined by  Diane, a counsellor and psychotherapist , to talk about how to rebuild your life after divorce - emotionally and practically. Many people feel pressure to “move on” quickly after a relationship ends. But divorce often bring...

Resentment in a long-term relationship can feel confusing, heavy and hard to admit out loud, especially in midlife, when hormones, work stress, caregiving and emotional load are all competing for space. In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Suzette, a specialist in couples dynamics and communication, to unpack why resentment shows up in relationships, and how to talk abou...

Bladder leakage and pelvic discomfort are far more common in midlife than most women realise — yet they’re still rarely talked about, often dismissed, or quietly endured. In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Dr Sharma, a GP specialising in menopause and women’s health , to answer a question many women ask privately: Is bladder leakage or pelvic discomfort normal in midli...

Friendships changing in midlife can leave us feeling guilty, confused, or quietly sad — especially when there’s no fallout or drama to point to. In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Diane, a counsellor and psychotherapist, to explore why friendships naturally shift as we grow, and how to handle relationships that no longer fit the person you’re becoming. We talk about pe...

Feeling exhausted, overwhelmed, or constantly on edge in midlife, but slowing down just isn’t an option? In this bite-sized episode of Midlife Answers , I’m joined by Suzette to talk honestly about midlife burnout - why it feels so intense, how it differs from stress and overwhelm, and what actually helps when rest feels impossible. We explore the silent signs of burnout in women , the role of hor...

Is this perimenopause - or just life? Perimenopause doesn’t always look the way we expect. It’s not just hot flushes or missed periods. For many women, the earliest signs are anxiety, low mood, exhaustion, poor sleep, brain fog, or a quiet sense that something just isn’t right…and these symptoms are often missed. In this episode of Midlife Answers , I’m joined by Dr Sharma , GP and menopause speci...