What if everything you thought about empowerment was backwards? Dr. Amanda Hanson, renowned psychologist, speaker, and author, flips the script on empowerment and reveals why true power starts within. Known as The Midlife Muse, Amanda is a global advocate for women redefining their lives beyond societal expectations.

In this episode, Dr. Amanda shares how sensuality is the secret to unlocking inner strength and why the need for validation holds so many of us back. We also talk about breaking generational patterns, navigating triggers like jealousy, and raising confident daughters in a world designed to shrink women.

This conversation is raw, real, and packed with takeaways to help you reclaim your power and rewrite the rules. Tune in for a fresh perspective on stepping into your full potential.

Key Timestamps

[00:00:00] Introduction.

[00:04:30] How is sensuality a source of power?

[00:06:58] External vs. internal empowerment.

[00:09:51] Childhood reveals your most authentic self.

[00:13:42] How can celebrating women’s authenticity create change?

[00:16:41] Why are women triggered by other women’s successes?

[00:19:49] Authentic beauty is sourced from within.

[00:22:10] How come men don’t talk about empowerment?

[00:24:48] Does empowering women also empower men?

[00:25:37] Connecting with your center through a sensuality practice.

[00:30:13] What shapes mother-daughter relationship dynamics?

[00:36:59] How does body image impact women’s empowerment?

Memorable Quotes

"Sensuality is the superhighway to power. And so, if we are so disconnected from our

sensuality because it's been shamed out of us, I can assure you, you won't be

able to connect to your deepest roots of power." — Dr. Amanda Hanson

"I want to have a culture of women who learns how to not feel threatened by another

woman's power." — Dr. Amanda Hanson

Where to Find Our Guest

Website: https://www.amandahanson.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.muse/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midlife.muse

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