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Mindset In Midlife Episodes

Oct. 24, 2025

Midlife Clarity: Recognize What Feels Right and Let Go of What Doesn’t (Ep. 55)

One of the biggest challenges we face in our 40s and 50s is knowing what feels right—and letting go of what doesn’t. In this episode, Cheryl breaks down the idea of “resonance” —why it matters, why it’s not woo-woo, and how i...

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Oct. 10, 2025

Curiosity Builds Confidence and Beats Fear When Redesigning Your Midlife (Ep. 53)

When was the last time you pushed a button just to see what happens? In this episode, Cheryl shares a funny (and surprisingly insightful) story about her Ring camera — and how it led to a big realization about curiosity, conf...

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Sept. 12, 2025

Social Media and the Comparison Trap for Gen X Women (Ep. 49)

Episode 49: Ever catch yourself scrolling through social media and suddenly feel… less than? You’re not alone. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife , we dig into why so many women over 40 and 50 fall into the comparison trap ...

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Sept. 8, 2025

Permission to Thrive and to Redefine Your Midlife, with Dr. Wendy O'Connor (Ep. 48)

(Episode 48) Ever find yourself asking, “Is this really it?” You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this empowering episode of Mind Your Midlife, Cheryl Fischer sits down with Dr. Wendy O’Connor, a Stanford-trained positive psychologist and success coach, to talk about what it truly means to thrive as women over 40. We dig into the difference between success and happiness, how to stop living by everyone else’s “shoulds,” and why giving yourself permission to thrive may be the most importa…

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Aug. 29, 2025

What If You've Been Funny All Along? Comedy and Humor in Midlife with Lynn Harris (Ep. 46)

You’ve probably heard that laughter is the best medicine, and science agrees. But did you know that being funny isn’t something you’re either born with or not? My guest today, Lynn Harris, founder of Gold Comedy, is here to s...

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Aug. 22, 2025

Midlife Self Care Made Simple with EFT Tapping (Ep. 45)

Ever asked yourself, why do I feel guilty taking time for myself? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to carry that belief anymore. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife , I’m sharing the powerful practice of EFT tapping and g...

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Aug. 11, 2025

Why Midlife Might Be the Best Time to Stop Overthinking - Patreon Is Here (Ep. 42)

If you’re in your 40s, 50s, or 60s, you’ve probably had this moment: You should feel confident by now… but you find yourself staring at a decision, second-guessing every move, and wondering why it feels so hard to just choose...

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July 29, 2025

The Heroine's Journey: How to Find Your Path in Midlife, with Joan Perry (Ep. 39)

Ever asked yourself, Is this all there is? You’re not alone—and you’re not stuck. In this powerful episode of Mind Your Midlife , I talk with bestselling author Joan Perry about how women over 50 can stop dragging their flowe...

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July 25, 2025

Break Through Limiting Beliefs and Transform your Midlife, with Lisa Andria (Ep. 38)

What if the thing you're most afraid of isn’t actually the problem—but the story you’re telling yourself about it is? In this episode, I sit down with transformation coach Lisa Andria to talk about what happens in midlife when we’re craving change but feel stuck in fear, doubt, or the belief that we might mess everything up. Lisa shares her story of leaving the corporate world, healing from burnout, and building a life that aligns with her purpose—and she gives us the tools to do the sa…

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July 18, 2025

This Simple Vision Board Trick Changes Everything for Midlife Women (Ep. 37)

Ever feel stuck when someone asks what you really want? Like… how are you supposed to answer that with everything going on? If you’re a midlife woman navigating shifting priorities, menopause, and what can feel like a midlife...

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July 4, 2025

The Real Reason Self-Criticism Isn't Helping You in Midlife (Ep. 35)

Do you believe being hard on yourself keeps you motivated? That self-criticism somehow equals discipline? In this episode, we’re throwing that belief overboard. Because tough self-talk isn’t keeping you on track… it’s draggin...

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June 20, 2025

Hidden Money Beliefs That Hold You Back in Midlife (Ep. 33)

💰 Think you just need a better budget? Think again. Your subconscious beliefs about money might be the real reason you feel stuck financially—and in this episode, we’re digging deep into what’s going on beneath the surface. F...

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May 9, 2025

The Surprising Link Between What You Wear and How You Show Up as a Midlife Woman (Ep. 27)

Ever wonder if what you wear at home really makes a difference? Imagine if your outfit—even your soft pants—could shape your mindset , productivity, and confidence for the entire day. In this episode, I dive into the science ...

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April 25, 2025

When Flashbacks Make You Cringe... And Smile (Ep. 25)

Ever find yourself looking at an old photo or hearing a throwback song and suddenly you're smiling... then cringing? One minute it's nostalgia, and the next you're thinking, “Why did I do that?” Been there. In this episode, we're diving into what I like to call the “midlife memory seesaw”—that mental tipping point between warm, fuzzy memories and the sting of regret. I’m sharing some of my own stories (yes, including questionable 90s haircuts), along with brain science an…

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April 11, 2025

Mindset Secrets for Midlife Athletes - What Would Simone Biles Do? (Ep. 23)

Feeling isolated in midlife? Trying new hobbies might help—but your mindset determines whether these new pursuits become sources of joy or frustration . Drawing from her personal experiences with golf, violin, and mahjong in ...

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March 28, 2025

Why We Abandon Our Big Ideas and How Women Over 40 Can Stop (Ep. 21)

Have you ever talked yourself out of something before you even tried ? Maybe you thought, That business idea is too hard , They probably wouldn’t want to be friends , or I won’t get that job, so why bother applying? If this s...

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Feb. 28, 2025

Why Midlife Women Feel Isolated - And How to Reconnect (Ep. 17)

Do you ever feel like your social circle has shrunk in midlife? Maybe your kids are grown, your routines have changed, or friendships that once felt effortless now take more work. Midlife loneliness and isolation are more com...

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Feb. 14, 2025

How to Tell if Someone is Actually Listening to You (Ep. 15)

Have you ever been in the middle of an important conversation, only to feel like the other person wasn't really listening? Maybe they didn’t nod, make eye contact, or react the way you expected. But what if they actually were...

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Jan. 31, 2025

The Real Story Behind Overcoming Money Blocks in Midlife (Ep. 13)

“Money doesn’t grow on trees.” “Only greedy people get rich.” Have you ever stopped to think about the stories you tell yourself about money? The hidden beliefs we hold—often shaped by childhood experiences—can determine how we earn, save, and spend. In this powerful episode, Cheryl dives into the money mindset behind financial success, sharing real money stories from guests with vastly different experiences. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: How subconscious money beliefs m…

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Jan. 24, 2025

Stress-Free Success in Midlife: Is It Possible? (Ep. 12)

Does success have to be stressful? Are you holding onto beliefs that make your goals feel harder than they need to be? In this episode, Cheryl shares her personal journey of redefining success and explores the game-changing i...

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Jan. 10, 2025

Should You Stop Saying Sorry and Thanks? (Ep. 10)

Have you ever caught yourself apologizing for no reason or thanking someone when it wasn’t really necessary? These common habits might be undermining your confidence more than you realize. In this eye-opening episode, Cheryl ...

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Jan. 10, 2025

How to Have Fun Everyday as a Midlife Woman, Not Just on the Weekend (Ep. 7)

Do you live for the weekends, slogging through weekdays just to get to Friday? What if you could find joy and fun every single day—yes, even on a Monday? In this uplifting episode, Cheryl explains how our brains are wired to ...

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Jan. 10, 2025

Heard that Laughter is Healthy? Laughter Yoga with Cathy Nesbitt (Ep. 6)

Ever wondered why your body feels so good after a deep belly laugh? What if that natural high could be part of your daily health routine? Most of us have heard "laughter is the best medicine," but few know the science behind ...

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Jan. 10, 2025

Don't Try Positive Thinking To Help in Midlife Until You Consider This (Ep. 3)

Positive thinking sounds great, right? But what if it’s holding you back instead of helping you? In this thought-provoking episode, Cheryl dives into the misunderstood concept of toxic positivity. Learn the critical difference between staying optimistic and ignoring your emotions—and why honoring your feelings is the first step toward real growth and mindset mastery. BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER: What toxic positivity really is—and how to avoid it in yourself and w...

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