Mindset In Midlife Episodes
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 ...
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…
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 ...
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...
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...
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...
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…
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...
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 ...
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 ...
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 ...
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...
What No One Told You About Forgiveness in Midlife, with Katharine Giovanni (Ep. 2)
When was the last time you thought about your "unforgivable person"? That one person you swore you'd never forgive? What if holding onto that anger is actually hurting you more than them? Many of us in midlife are carrying years of resentment, anger, and unresolved pain. We've been told to "forgive and forget," but we can't – and maybe we don't want to. Yet that emotional baggage might be affecting our health, happiness, and future opportunities more t…
Unlock Your Emotional Superpower: A Midlife Woman's Guide to Feeling Again (Ep. 1)
When was the last time you could truly name what you were feeling – beyond just "fine" or "stressed"? If you're like many women in midlife, you've gotten so good at powering through your days that you've lost touch with your actual emotions. Maybe you're using wine, Netflix, or constant venting just to cope with all the changes happening around you. In this powerful first episode of Mind Your Midlife, we're diving deep into why recognizing and acc…