
The Midlife Mentors
We’re The Midlife Mentors. Here to lift the lid on our no nonsense approach to midlife health and happiness.As midlifers, we’re constantly told we need have it all figured out. But in fact most of us don’t.Our mission is not only to de-bust the crazy diet and fitness myths, but to empower and educate from an authentic and balanced perspective based on reality.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.Book a free no obligation Discovery Call: https://themidlifementors.com/freecall
Latest episodes

Dec 14, 2024 • 34min
A Review Of 2024
It’s that time of year when we naturally take stock of how the year’s panned out. A vast majority of us tend to think about what we didn’t do or achieve rather than what went well - in fact it’s human nature. So in this episode we’re going to take you through a 5 step process to review and celebrate 2024 with us, encouraging you to reflect on key lessons and potential areas to focus on for next year. And the best bit? We share our 2024 with you - the highlights, the lowlights and everything in between! We hope you enjoy this as much as we enjoyed recording it!The Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Dec 8, 2024 • 24min
Too Old To Work...?
In November research was released that showed the average age at which candidates are considered “too old” for job roles is 57. This ties in with what we’ve heard anecdotally working with organisations and clients - that ageism is now a significant issue in the workplace.We have an ageing population and an increasing life span with many people happy to work beyond retirement - so how do we foster a more age inclusive work culture?In this episode we dive into the shocking stats around age and work, look at the benefits of having an age diverse workforce, dispel some myths about older workers and look ahead to what organisations can be doing to help create a more age inclusive culture.The Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Nov 23, 2024 • 30min
Dealing With Disappointment
By the time we hit mid-life it’s highly likely we’ve experienced a lot of disappointments and things just generally not turning out the way we expected them to. This can often crush our spirit, leading to self doubt, negative self talk and a feeling of hopelessness. Perhaps we even give up on our dreams.So in this episode we discuss what causes disappointment in the first place and we also offer up 10 ways to move through it so you can begin the journey of regaining your energy, confidence and faith that things will get better with time.The Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Nov 9, 2024 • 39min
Why Maintaining Social Networks Is So Important For Midlife Men
It’s Men’s Health Awareness Month, so it’s fitting that for this episode we’ve got engineering and history TV presenter Rob Bell talking about the importance of male friendships and the strength of having a community of men around you.We discuss why men find it more of a struggle to maintain social networks as they age and what can be done to encourage either group or one to one interactions, so men can thrive at midlife and experience the positive mental and physical effects of community.We hope you enjoy listening. Sketchplanations The Podcast is best found at https://podcast.sketchplanations.com/Instagram: @Rob.Bell https://www.instagram.com/rob.bell/Personal website: https://www.robbell.tv/The Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Nov 3, 2024 • 33min
Midlife Fulfilment: Interview With Bernie Borges
Are you feeling fulfilled at midlife? In this week’s episode we’re joined by Bernie Borges, the founder of the Midlife Fulfilled podcast and an advocate for finding purpose and happiness in midlife. Bernie is all about redefining what it means to live a fulfilling life beyond the standard metrics of career success and financial stability. Bernie shares the insights he’s gained from his recent research report on midlife fulfilment and we dive into some powerful conversations about the realities of midlife—the struggles, the transitions, and the incredible opportunities that come with it. https://midlifefulfilled.com/The Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Oct 27, 2024 • 20min
The Battle For Our Attention
In this episode I, Claire, go solo...discussing how there’s a very real battle going on for our attention. We’ve become slaves to mind dumbing dopamine hits - 24 hour news channels, doom scrolling, switching back and forth between apps, distracting ourselves and arguing with strangers online. It’s sucking the very life out of us and hijacking our ability to focus on what’s really important. And guess what? It’s no one else’s responsibility but ours to take back control. And right now, I couldn’t think of any greater, more important choice to make.This has been and continues to be a real journey for me, and so I hope this episode resonates with you.The last EVER Midlife Reset intake is 4th November. To book your free call to discuss joining us, click the below link:https://themidlifementors.com/freecallThe Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Oct 20, 2024 • 25min
7 Tips For Anxiety
As we head into winter, with the colder, darker days, we’re more likely to feel anxiety, low mood and perhaps even depression. So in this short episode, we offer some simple reminders about what we can do to help ourselves move through this season with greater ease and positivity. Book your free consultation call here:https://themidlifementors.com/freecallThe Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Oct 12, 2024 • 56min
Sir Steve Redgrave: The Olympic Legend On Male Mental Health At Midlife
In this week’s episode we’re thrilled to be speaking to Olympic legend Sir Steve Redgrave. Steve is the most successful male rower in Olympic history, and the only man to have won gold medals at five consecutive Olympic Games in an endurance sport.We talk to Steve about the challenges of finding direction after such a long and stellar career, the challenges of midlife and the impact low testosterone can have on men at this time of life, both physically and emotionally.We covered goal setting, motivation and the importance of quantifying goals and taking incremental steps towards them on a daily basis. This really is an inspiring podcast and we hope you enjoy listening to it as much as we enjoyed chatting to Sir Steve.https://www.tedshealth.com/The Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Oct 5, 2024 • 35min
Striving Vs Letting Go (and Being Content!)
In this episode we discuss how to balance striving vs letting go. This is easier said than done, especially in today’s ‘always on’ society. The expectations we place on ourselves have multiplied and it can lead to a great deal of unhappiness and even burnout. So we walk you through some key insights, hopefully providing you with some ideas on how to achieve your goals and aspirations, but also feel a sense of contentment and peace. After all, life isn’t about the success we achieve and our possessions, but more about what we learn and who we become on life’s glorious journey!Book your free call here:https://themidlifementors.com/freecallThe Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors

Sep 29, 2024 • 40min
From TV to Trading: Midlife Career Change with Patrick Reid
Making a career change at any point in your life can feel scary or overwhelming, but in midlife we may have career changes forced upon us - or we may just realise that what we are doing isn’t lighting us up.In this episode I, James am joined by Patrick Reid who at the age of 38 gave up a successful career in television to move into something in which he had no experience - trading on a futures desk in The City.Patrick started as an apprentice and then worked his way up to managing millions of pounds. Today Patrick runs Adamis Principle which helps people transition to a trading career - even getting their own desk in The City if they want.I talk to him about he made his decision, how that played out for him and how he helps people today. I do hope you find this interesting and enjoyable.https://www.adamisprinciple.com/The Midlife Male Handbook available now:AmazonWaterstonesWH Smith Please remember, if you find the show helpful or it makes you laugh, motivates and inspires you - please do like, share and rate us. We don't run ads on the podcast or for the show, because we want to keep it as enjoyable for you to listen as possible. So if you can help us spread the word, we'd be incredibly grateful.For more information about The Midlife Mentors, click the below link:https://linktr.ee/themidlifementors.comTik Tok: @themidlifementorsIG: @midlifementors