Wellegant Woman: Redefining Midlife

In this episode, we dive deep into the art of boundary-setting and its impact on women in midlife.  I discuss the effects of people-pleasing behavior and the transformative power of setting and maintaining healthy boundaries. I provide practical steps and strategies to help you stop people-pleasing, create better boundaries, prioritize self-care, and cultivate authentic connections. Discover how asserting your needs and limits can empower you to live with greater confidence, resilience, and fulfillment in the second half of life.  You'll become inspired to honor your needs, reclaim your power and live life on your terms!Main Topics Discussed:Understanding the importance of boundaries in midlife empowermentPractical steps for setting and maintaining healthy boundariesOvercoming common barriers to boundary-setting, such as guilt, fear and people-pleasingThe connection between self-care, assertiveness, and boundary-settingDanielle LaPorte's article 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.

In this episode, I share my 'Wellegant' Style Commandments where style isn't just about clothes, it's a philosophy of self-expression and empowerment.  Discover how to redefine your style, starting with knowing yourself and dressing for the person you're becoming. Learn the art of quality over quantity, dressing for your current body, and embracing your unique features. With expert tips on creating a cohesive wardrobe and mastering the art of the statement piece, this episode is your guide to stepping into the next version of yourself with confidence and elegance. Tune in and transform your style from ordinary to wellegant!Download the FREE Chic at Any Age: A Step-by-Step Process to Redefiine Your Style 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.

In this episode, Karen tackles common misconceptions about health and weight management, particularly for  women over 40 . She discusses the importance of shifting the focus from  weight loss to overall health. Karen also debunks 7 common myths around how to  manage our weight and remain healthy and vital. Through practical insights, listeners gain a deeper understanding of how certain seemingly healthy habits  may be counterproductive. Emphasizing a holistic approach, the episode offers guidance tailored to the unique needs of women over 40, empowering them to create effective and sustainable wellness habits and to age powerfully!Grab the FREE Supplement Training HERE!Find out about Revitalize: 30 Days to Beauty, Balance and Boundless Energy 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.

In this episode, Karen shares the profound wisdom of her grandmother, Ida, a remarkable woman who defied age and embraced life with unparalleled vitality and grace.  Karen reflects on how her grandmother embodied the principles of longevity and fulfillment and shares the 10 principles that she believed were the 'fountain of youth'.  Ida's lessons resonate deeply, offering timeless insights into living with purpose, passion, and joy. Tune in as we unravel the secrets of a life well-lived, celebrating the legacy of a truly 'wellegant woman' who continues to inspire.Sign up for the Wellegant Woman weekly Newsletter 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.

As Valentine's Day approaches, we're talking all about the concept of a 'grand romance.' I explore the traits of a romantic, offer a fresh perspective on what it means to have a grand romance, and discuss the power of being the hero in one's own story. Imagine a life filled with integrity, passion, connection, creativity, resilience, celebration, and reinvention....this episode serves as a poignant reminder that a grand romance  is available to everyone; it transcends age and circumstance. Listen and get inspired to create this kind of love in your life!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.

Midlife is a time that is often characterized by caregiving - we may be caring for children, spouses, aging parents, or some combination of all three. In this episode, I interview Cathy VandenHeuvel, a coach for caregivers and host of The Caregiver Cup podcast. Cathy offers essential strategies for maintaining our own well-being while tending to the needs of others. We also discuss the 4 stages of caregiving and the unique challenges faced by women in midlife who find themselves in this role. Cathy shares quick, easy-to-implement self-care wins for hectic days, providing listeners with simple, actionable insights.Check out Cathy's work HERE.Listen to The Caregiver Cup podcast 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.

In this episode, I'm diving into the exciting realm of 2024 fashion trends. Although I've never been one to blindly follow trends,  it's been fun to check out what's hot and to figure out how to weave some of the trends into my own style. Listen as I share the trends that I'm loving and my ideas on how to seamlessly blend them into your wardrobe for a fresh and fun look in 2024. Remember, your style is always ever-evolving (as you are) and the goal is to have fun, find what makes us feel great and express our unique style with confidence. Come join me as we navigate the fashion playground and get inspired!Be sure to listen to:Reinventing Your Style in Midlife: Part 1 HERE.Reinventing Your Style in Midlife: Part 2 HERE.Grab the Wardrobe Essentials Checklist 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.

In this episode, I chat with Karen Gombault,  weight loss and healthy living coach . Karen is an American who has lived in France for 3 decades and, during our conversation, we explore the French paradigm around aging and the lifestyle habits that make the French approach to health different. We discuss the unique perspective that French women have on aging and the secrets of the French lifestyle—how it not only promotes well-being but also prioritizes pleasure.  Karen also shares some of her  favorite French indulgences and rituals and offers a glimpse into the practices that contribute to a balanced and fulfilling life. Visit Karen's website HERE.Listen to 'The French Weigh' podcast HERE.Check out Karen's Instagram account HERE.Listen to "The Beauty Secrets of French Women in Midlife" 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.

What are your commitments - that is, the ‘agreements’ you’ve made that are guiding your life? Join me this week as I make the distinction between wanting and committing and discuss why, as women, we often make commitments (either expressly or by default) to everything but ourselves. This episode is a call to action for every woman who's ever struggled with putting herself first. Tune in and embark on a journey of self-discovery and intentional commitments, and learn the keys to a more fulfilling midlife. REGISTER HERE for Revitalize: 30 Days to Beauty, Balance and Boundless EnergyWe begin January 22nd!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.

Are you the main character in your life? As wives, mothers, daughters, and all-around superwomen, women in midlife tend to put others front and center, leaving themselves in the supporting role. The solution - Go all in on yourself!But keep in mind that going all in on yourself isn't just about achieving big goals; it's about finding peace, ease, and joy in the process. In this episode, I share  how I did it and how you can too. From challenging limiting beliefs and embracing solitude to reinventing relationships and taking control of my 'personal brand' - it's a crash course in self-investment minus the guilt!REGISTER HERE for the FREE workshop, "Uplevel Midlife: Design Your Next Year."EP 7 - Worthiness: The Heart of WellnessSend 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.