

Wellegant Woman: Redefining Midlife
Karen Viesta
Wellegant Woman is a podcast for women over 40 who are ready to reclaim their energy, confidence, and joy. Join Midlife Coach Karen Viesta as she shares information, strategies and inspiration to help women redefine midlife, reimagine what’s possible and step into the most fulfilling chapter of their lives. If you’re a woman in midlife who is ready to prioritize your health and wellbeing, elevate your thinking and reinvent yourself, you’re in the right place! For information and free resources, visit www.wellegantwoman.com.
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Aug 21, 2025 • 20min
You're the CEO: Run Your Life Like a Visionary Leader
If you were the CEO of your own life, would you keep yourself in the role… or fire yourself? Most of us are so busy reacting to what’s in front of us that we forget we’re actually in charge. In this episode, I show you how to step fully into the role of CEO — where your time, energy, and attention are invested with intention, your “dream team” is chosen wisely, and your life runs beautifully on your terms.We’ll talk about why structure doesn’t kill freedom (it actually creates it), what powerful women can teach us about self-leadership, and three simple CEO-inspired practices you can start today. If you’re ready to stop running your life on autopilot and start leading it with vision, authority, and purpose — this conversation is for you.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Aug 14, 2025 • 16min
Your Audacious Era: How Confident Women Build Self-Trust & Power
Tell me — when’s the last time you made a decision without asking someone else if it was the “right” one?If your answer is… “uh, I can’t remember,” then we need to talk about self-trust.Because confidence in midlife isn’t something you magically “get back” when the stars align or the kids move out. It’s something you build, one bold decision at a time. And self-trust is the foundation. Without it, you hesitate, second-guess, and keep playing small.In this episode, I’m sharing how to stop outsourcing your choices, break free from that over-consulting habit, and start living like the woman you know you’re meant to be. Think of this as your permission slip to enter your audacious era — the season of unapologetic self-belief, confident choices, and the kind of presence that turns heads (in the best way).What You’ll Hear in This Episode:Why self-trust is the magic ingredient behind every confident woman you admireHow to break the habit of crowdsourcing your decisionsThree bold-but-manageable moves you can make this week to grow your confidenceHow to step into the version of you who’s already living the life you wantSend a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jul 31, 2025 • 19min
The Mess of Becoming: My Current Reinvention
This week’s episode is a personal one. I’m pulling back the curtain to share where I am right now in my own midlife reinvention journey—not from the other side, but from the thick of it.From burnout to breakthrough, I talk about the subtle (and not-so-subtle) signs that told me something had to shift, and how this summer became my reset. I walk you through the messy middle, the uncomfortable parts of growth, and the emotional weight of navigating change while still showing up for everyone else.This is for the woman who’s in it. The one who’s craving something more, but feels stuck. Reinvention isn’t a final destination—it’s a daily choice. And you don’t have to wait until everything is polished and perfect to begin.You’ll hear:The personal wake-up call that sparked my current reinventionWhy self-care isn’t a luxury—it’s a leadership strategyHow I’m reclaiming time, space, and energy without guiltWhat I’m learning about emotional mastery, boundaries, and honoring my own needsWhy the work of becoming is always evolving—and why that’s a beautiful thingIf you’ve been feeling flat, restless, or a little lost, this episode will speak to you. It’s raw, real, and a powerful reminder that the mess is often where the magic begins.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jul 24, 2025 • 13min
Reclaim Your Spark: The Truth About Desire in Midlife
What do you really want right now? No, not what you “should” want... not what’s practical or expected. What do you crave? What makes you feel alive?In the fourth episode of the Reinvention Series, we’re diving deep into something many midlife women quietly wrestle with but rarely talk about: desire. Not just sexual desire (though that’s part of it), but the deeper, richer kind—the desire for vitality, pleasure, creativity, connection, and aliveness.If you’ve ever said “I feel numb,” “I’ve lost my spark,” or “Is this all there is?”—this conversation is for you. We’re unpacking why desire often fades in midlife (spoiler alert: it’s not your fault), how to recognize its quiet whispers, and how to start reclaiming it—one small, soul-honoring choice at a time.✨ Grab your FREE Companion Workbook: "Becoming Her: A Midlife Reinvention Starter Kit" HERE.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jul 17, 2025 • 18min
Retire Wonder Woman
If you’ve been praised for being the one who “does it all”... but secretly feel exhausted, resentful, or disconnected from yourself, this episode is a must-listen. In the third installment of the Reinvention Series, we’re talking about something no one teaches us: how to let go of overfunctioning in midlife—and why retiring your inner Wonder Woman is not weakness, but wisdom.We’ll explore the hidden cost of being “the strong one,” why so many women equate love with self-sacrifice, and how to shift from control to capacity. You’ll learn how to delegate with confidence, release emotional labor that’s not yours to carry, and redefine what strength actually looks like in this next season of your life. Because midlife is not about proving your worth through burnout—it’s about reclaiming your energy, your time, and your sovereignty. Let's take off the cape—for good!✨ Grab your FREE Companion Workbook: "Becoming Her: A Midlife Reinvention Starter Kit" HERE.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jul 10, 2025 • 12min
Style as Self-Discovery
What if your closet could reflect the woman you're becoming, not just the one you've been? In this powerful second episode of the Reinvention Series, we explore how personal style in midlife is so much more than fashion—it’s identity, energy, and self-love in motion. If you’ve ever stood in front of your wardrobe thinking, “Nothing feels like me anymore,” you’re not alone. This is your Midlife Mirror Moment—and it’s a sign of your evolution, not a fashion emergency.We’re reframing style as a soulful practice—one that aligns with who you are now and who you’re becoming next. No trends. No outdated rules. Just radical self-expression through the clothes you choose to wear. Whether you're craving a midlife closet refresh, questioning your style identity, or searching for deeper confidence through fashion, this episode will inspire you to dress with intention, energy, and joy. ✨ Grab your FREE Companion Workbook: "Becoming Her: A Midlife Reinvention Starter Kit" HERE.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jul 3, 2025 • 18min
The Midlife Wake-Up Call You Can't Ignore
That quiet dissatisfaction you've been feeling isn't a failure—it's your soul's sacred invitation to step into who you're becoming. In this episode, Karen explores why that restless whisper in your heart isn't something to ignore, but rather your authentic self calling you forward into your next chapter. She reframes midlife as a sacred ✨ between who you were and who you're becoming, and explains why wanting more doesn't make you selfish—it makes you human.This kicks off July's deep dive into midlife reinvention, focusing on the four pillars of midlife magnetism: Clarity, Expression, Boundaries, and Desire. Karen shares why true transformation requires honoring both your inner wisdom and outer well-being, and how the "more" you're craving doesn't have to be dramatic—it can be quiet but profound changes that light you up from the inside out.✨ Grab your FREE Companion Workbook: "Becoming Her: A Midlife Reinvention Starter Kit" HERE. Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jun 26, 2025 • 48min
Biohacking Midlife: Rewire Your Body, Heal Trauma & Thrive (with Hayley Foster)
What if midlife could be a launching pad instead of a slowdown?In this week’s episode, I sit down with longevity and wellness expert Hayley Foster to unpack how women in midlife can radically transform their health, energy, and mindset—without burning out on wellness trends or resigning to the “menopause doom” narrative.Hayley opens up about a traumatic event in her own life and how it motivated her to learn about nervous system regulation and trauma healing. She shares biohacking tools like breathwork, mindset shifts, and functional medicine, which enable women to reclaim their health—and their joy. Hayley shows us that it isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters most. Whether you’re navigating perimenopause, healing from burnout, or just curious about how to feel better than ever in your 40s and 50s, this episode is packed with insights and practical tools.Hayley's Free Resource HERE.Get information about the Fostering Longevity Retreats HERE and HERE.Visit Hayley's website HERE.Follow Hayley on Instagram HERE.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jun 19, 2025 • 31min
The Woman I'm No Longer Pretending to Be
In this deeply personal episode, we explore one of midlife's most powerful transformations: letting go of the woman you thought you had to be to become the woman you actually are. We’re talking about the personas we've worn for protection—the Good Girl, the Over-Achiever, the Caretaker, the Chameleon, and the "Always Fine" Woman. Then we dive into the signs that these masks no longer fit, examine the real fears behind our performances, and explore practical strategies for living authentically. This episode offers both permission and practical tools to stop pretending and start being real. Perfect for any midlife woman who's tired of performing and ready to come home to herself.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.

Jun 5, 2025 • 22min
Wellness Burnout: Escape the Pressure to Do It All
Episode Description: In this episode, we’re cutting through the chaos of modern wellness culture. If you’ve ever felt like wellness has become a full-time job—and like no matter what you do, it never feels like enough—this conversation will feel like a deep exhale.Karen shares her personal journey from obsessive wellness tracking to a more grounded, feminine, and freeing approach. You’ll explore why wellness feels so overwhelming for women in midlife, how diet culture is still driving the narrative (just in sneakier clothes), and most importantly—how to reclaim your well-being with simplicity, soul, and self-trust.Send a Text Message :)🌺 JOIN MIDLIFE MASTERY HERE! **Be sure to grab your FREE guide: OwnYour Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR Way HERE**Follow me on Instagram (HERE) and Facebook (HERE)**Please note that the information provided on this podcast and website is for educational purposes only. Please consult a medical professional or healthcare provider if you are seeking medical advice, diagnoses, or treatment.