In this episode, we’re diving into a topic we all face: dealing with difficult people. Whether it’s at work, in family dynamics, or everyday encounters, challenging personalities can test our patience and peace of mind. But what if the power to handle these situations with grace and confidence lies in our mindset? Join me as we explore how to navigate these interactions without getting defensive or shrinking back, and learn how to stay grounded in who you are, set boundaries, and protect your energy. Tune in to discover practical strategies that will help you manage difficult people with ease.Listen to Episode Create Better Boundaries HERE.Send a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

In this episode, we explore how to Finish the Year Strong by reassessing and recommitting to your goals as the holidays and new year approach. Rather than feeling overwhelmed or losing momentum, learn why it's crucial to end the year on a high note and how doing so sets the tone for a powerful start to the next one. Karen shares practical strategies and a step-by-step plan to help you stay on track and finish with intention. Tune in and discover how to take control, stay focused, and enter the new year already feeling empowered.Check out the Midlife Mastery Program HERE!Send a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

In this episode, Karen dives into the common habit of mentally negotiating with ourselves and explains how it holds us back from living the life we truly want. From hitting the “snooze button” on our goals to rationalizing why we can delay taking action, this internal tug-of-war drains our time, energy, and potential. Karen explores why we do this, the negative effects it has on our lives, and most importantly, how to stop. Tune in for actionable strategies to break free from the cycle of self-negotiation, reclaim your power, and start making decisions that move you forward. Mastering your mind is the key to creating a life of confidence and purpose. Listen and discover how you can stop second-guessing and start taking control of your mind and your life.Check out the Midlife Mastery Program HERE.Send a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

In this episode, Karen discusses the concept of achieving goals without the grind. She explores 'hustle culture' and the reasons why women feel the need to constantly hustle and grind, along with the negative impact it can have on our well-being. Karen introduces the idea of the Wellegent Way, a softer and more aligned approach to productivity, and shares five practical strategies for shifting into this approach.  The benefits of this approach are, among other things, reduced stress, increased creativity, and a greater sense of fulfillment. There IS a better way!Check out the Midlife Mastery Program HERE.Download your FREE guide: Own Your Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR WaySend a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

Many women in this stage of life feel a strong pull to make meaningful changes, but where do you begin? Join me as we explore the three essential steps to creating a life that truly reflects who you are and what you want. This is more than just self-improvement; it's about reclaiming your power, making some key decisions, embracing your choices, and committing to the life you deserve. Tune in to discover how you can begin your own transformation journey and make midlife your most empowering chapter yet.Get on the Midlife Mastery Waitlist HERE.Download your FREE guide: Own Your Life: 20 Ways to Set Boundaries and Live YOUR Life, YOUR WayEpisode: Develop Dynamic Discipline HERE.Send a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

Have you ever had something in your life that you really wanted to change, something you really wanted to do, or stop doing, or achieve…and you knew exactly what you needed to do but you just couldn’t seem to do it? That is the Knowing-Doing Gap and some women can become stuck there for years (even decades). In this episode, I discuss the internal resistance that keeps us stuck and I offer mindset strategies to address this resistance and help you move into action. I provide practical techniques to close the knowing-doing gap so that you can create progress, gain momentum and achieve your goals. Get on the Midlife Mastery Waitlist HERE.Listen to Episode: Move From Perfectionism to PeaceListen to Episode: What Are You Committed To?Send a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

In this episode, I sit down with Jenn Kautsch, the founder of "Sober Sis," to discuss a topic that affects many women in midlife: our relationship with alcohol. Jenn, a leading voice in the sober-curious movement, shares her personal journey of reevaluating alcohol's role in her life and offers valuable insights into why many women in midlife are rethinking their drinking habits.We explore why midlife can be a pivotal time for women to reassess their relationship with alcohol, including the social pressures, stressors, and cultural norms that often influence drinking habits. Jenn explains the concept of being "sober-curious" and how it differs from traditional sobriety and offers practical advice for women who are interested in cutting back or eliminating alcohol from their lives. She also shares strategies for handling social situations where alcohol is present, including how to set boundaries and find alternatives that support a sober lifestyle.If you've ever questioned your drinking habits or felt like alcohol might be holding you back from living your fullest life, this episode is for you. Jenn offers a compassionate and non-judgmental perspective, encouraging listeners to be curious about their relationship with alcohol and to consider what truly serves them during this stage of life.Get more information about Midlife Mastery HERE.Sign up for the Wellegant Woman Newsletter HERE.Resources Mentioned:Sober Sis WebsiteSober Sis 21-Day Reset ChallengeConnect with Jenn:Instagram: @sobersisFacebook: Sober Sis CommunitySend a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

In this episode, Karen discusses the concept of creating magic in our lives, particularly during midlife. It isn't the things outside of us that create the magic in our lives, but rather WE bring the magic to our lives. Karen emphasizes the unique opportunities and freedom that midlife brings, and encourages listeners to tap into their own power to create the life of their dreams. She provides strategies for adding a little (or a lot!) of magic to your life.Get more information about Midlife Mastery HERE.Sign up for the Wellegant Woman Newsletter HERE.Listen to Episode Develop Unshakeable Confidence HERE.Book, Microjoys: Finding Hope (Especially) When Life is Not Okay by Cyndie SpiegelSend a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

In this episode, Karen discusses the concept of self-care and how it is often misunderstood. She emphasizes the importance of soul care, which focuses on deeper emotional and spiritual well-being, and provides practical strategies for incorporating more soul care into our daily life.Get more information about Midlife Mastery HERE.Sign up for the Wellegant Woman Newsletter HERE.Listen to Episode How to Have More Fun HERE.Send a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.

In this episode, Karen welcomes stylist Holly Katz, an expert in fashion and personal style. Holly shares her invaluable insights on creating a 'style plan' tailored for women in midlife. Holly addresses common pain points and pitfalls while offering practical strategies to build a wardrobe that is both beautiful and functional. Tune in to discover how to revamp your style, enhance your confidence, and embrace your best self through the power of fashion.Listen to the Fashion Crimes Podcast HERE.Find out more about Holly and her work HERE.Grab a copy of Holly's book HERE.To be eligible for a FREE copy of Holly's book, send her a message HERE.Send a Text Message :)**Be sure to visit www.wellegantwoman.com and grab your FREE GUIDE "Midlife Glow-Up: 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self"**Sign up for a complimentary 30 minute consultation 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.