Midlife Matters

Today we're talking about money! What do you splurge on? What do you buy used? What's something fun you buy for other people? What have you bought that makes life easier? Join us as we share our answers to all these questions and more! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's lights Julie's recipe Marie's movie We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifem...

Midlife Matters is four years old and we're here to celebrate with a fun walk down memory lane! Join us as we share how we've grown and changed, what we've learned, and what we hope for the future!  We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about complaining. We all do it and we can all use some tips to do it less. Join us as we share where we rank on the complaining scales and what we're doing to solve some of our most common pain points.  I'm a fan recommendations Julie's movie Marie's Netflix series We'd love to hear from you! Find us here:  Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com...

Listeners today we're talking about shame and pessimism. Join us as we share how these two negative emotions make us hesitant to celebrate and keep us from experiencing joy. As a springboard for this discussion, we're using the book, What If It's Wonderful by Nicole Zasowski. I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's app Julie's mop Marie's glasses We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midl...

Today we're talking about boundaries! This can be a hot button topic, but we hope to approach it in a way that leaves you feeling encouraged and with more wisdom. Join us as we discuss the areas where boundaries are helpful and appropriate, as well as the areas where boundaries can be misused.  We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodc...

Today we're talking with fashion blogger and Instagram influencer Cindy Hannam. Join us as we discuss fashion, beauty, and healthy living for midlife women!  Links in this episode Cindy Hannam's blog Cindy Hannam's Instagram I'm a fan recommendations Cindy's shoes Mindy's hair product Julie's vent cover Marie's shoes We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Webs...

Today we're talking about fall! For many people, this is the best time of year, but not for everyone! Join us as share what's great and not so great about this season. We've got a show to entertain and inspire both the pumpkin spice lovers and the ones who die a little each time they see a pumpkin!  Links in this episode  Julie's roasted vegetable recipe Julie's apple cider floats Mindy's overalls...

Today we're talking about letting go of the habit of practicing disappointment and learning how to fully embrace joy! This is a new series we will do once a month based on the book, What If It's Wonderful by Nicole Zasowski. Join us as we share what we've learned this month and how we've tried to put it into practice!  We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast We...

Today we're talking about how to be more hospitable. There can be a lot of pressure when we think of inviting people into our homes, but it doesn't have to be that way. Join us as we share tips and tricks for making your next get together more enjoyable for both you and your guests!  I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's chargers Julie's perfume sprayer Marie's rice pilaf We'd love to hear from you! F...

Today we're talking about ways to help in the kitchen. How much of our lives do we spend in there anyway?! Join us as we share everything from easy meals to our favorite kitchen tools. There's something in this episode for every cook!  I'm a fan recommendations Julie's brass lights Marie's cereal We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspo...

Today's episode is all about I'm a fan! We have recommended tons of products, movies, shows, and books over the years. Now it's time to let listeners know if we still recommend them! Join us as we share what we continue telling people about and what we don't recommend to anyone anymore!  Links in this episode Vuori joggers Philosophy perfume Revlon hair dryer brush Thrive cosmetics Revlon lipstick...

Today's episode is another one designed to get to know both yourself and your friends better! Join us as share our answers to some deep and not so deep questions!  I'm a fan recommendations Julie's book Marie's risotto We'd love to hear from you! Find us here:  Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com  

Today we're talking about happiness and women! We've learned so much this past year from the book, Happy School , and today we're learning even more from the author, Julie Gordon. Join us as we share the secrets to overcoming discouragement and worry! Links to past happiness episodes: Overcoming Negative Emotions and Thoughts How to Increase Positive Self Talk How to Change the Way You Think Happi...

Today we're talking about loving where you live! Do you like small town life or are you a big city girl at heart? What would you highlight in a tour of your area? Join us as we learn all about where Mindy lives and why she loves it so much!  LaGrange, Georgia I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's streaming service Marie's movie We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podca...

Today we're talking about how to walk with a friend going through a difficult time. Many of us have friends who are experiencing a family crisis, illness, job loss, or simply a dark season. Join us as we share all the things that might trip us up when supporting loved ones through hard times.  I'm a fan recommendations Julie's author Mindy's podcast Marie's TV show We'd love to hear from you! Find...

Today we're diving deep into the apps on our phones. You can tell a lot about someone from what's on their home screen! Join us as we share the apps we use the most, the ones that make our lives easier, and the ones we think you need to download and try!  We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gma...

Today we're doing some exploring of ideas! We're going to take three concepts and dive deep into what we think they mean, how they apply to our lives, and how we hope to see them change things in the future!  Links in this episode  Second Act with Kate Watkins | 55 I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's milkshake Julie's curtains We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podc...

Today we're talking about the importance of a morning happiness routine! Join us as we share what we've been learning about starting our days out right physically and emotionally. There are so many ways to incorporate happiness into our day and the morning is the perfect time to begin!  I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's shorts Julie's make up Marie's recommendations: one and two We'd love to hear...

Today we're laughing at midlife stereotypes! Let's face it, each age group has things about it that people love to make fun of and midlife is no exception. Join us as we share midlife humor that is sure to put a smile on your face!  Links in this episode Dawn @justdoingmybest I'm a fan recommendations Julie's music venue Mindy's movie Marie's movie We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagr...

Today we're talking about our summer to do lists!  Join us as we share what to read, what to cook, what to wear, and so much more!  Links from today's episode What If It's Wonderful The Gospel Comes with a House Key The Chilbury Ladies' Choir The Kitchen Front I Was Told It Would Get Easier Ninja Foodie Machine Julie's mats Julie's paint Julie's frames Mindy's shorts Mindy's pants Julie's shoes Ma...

Today we're talking about the rules to having and forming great relationships! In fact, experts say having good relationships is the number one, most important component of happiness. Join us as we discuss what we can all do to experience deeper and more meaningful connections with the people in our lives! 

Today we're talking about manners. Everyone has an opinion about these important niceties. What were you taught, what did you teach your kids, and what are you actually doing at the moment? Join us for laughter and fun as we tackle this touchy topic!  Southern Living article I'm a fan recommendations Julie's Instagram recommendation Mindy's movie Marie's toaster We'd love to hear from you! Find us...

It's time for a life update! Join us as we talk about what we've been doing, how things are changing, and what the future holds!  I'm a fan recommendations Julie's show Mindy's dry shampoo Marie's movie We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're doing our second advice show! There are sticky situations in all our lives and sometimes we need help figuring out how to navigate them with wisdom and kindness. Modern Miss Manners is here to guide us through with grace and humor! We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about avoiding anger, resentment, and worry. Join us as we discuss ways we're trying to dial back these emotions more quickly. Not an easy task, but one that's worth the effort for sure! Happy School by Julie Gordon I'm a fan recommendations Julie's fern Mindy's swimwear Marie's glasses We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlif...