As we work on brand new content coming soon, I wanted to share a few of our “best of” episodes that are perfect for summer listening. Enjoy! We’ll be back soon with a whole new season. Happy Summer!Lillian So is the new best friend you never knew you needed. Author of So Empowered - Discover the five layers of the body to take control of your life,  Lillian breaks down the five layers and shares how each and every one of them can be used to transform every aspect of our lives.In this episode, Lillian shares• a surprising fact about how pain manifests in the body• a framework to help us process adversity, whether it was yesterday or decades ago• small, practical ways to find our blissPlus, her final takeaway is pure GOLD.About Lillian: Lillian So is a Korean-American daughter of immigrants. As the founder of SOfit SF Inc. and the SOmethod, she is a passionate community builder and entrepreneur. An integrator and facilitator of transformation, Lillian helps people heal, grow, transform, and find what they didn’t know was missing in their lives. She has more than 20 years of industry experience creating psychological safety, group facilitation, and compassionatecommunication.Mentioned in this episode:Coconu body oil and lubricant Promo code: GROWNASSKindra bath soakSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

As we work on brand new content coming soon, I wanted to share a few of our “best of” episodes that are perfect for summer listening. Enjoy! We’ll be back soon with a whole new season. Happy Summer! Lillian So is the new best friend you never knew you needed. Author of <a href="https://amzn.to/3rZ2vFW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">So Empowered - Discover the five layers of the body to take control of your life</a>,  Lillian breaks down the five layers and shares how each and every one of them can be used to transform every aspect of our lives. In this episode, Lillian shares • a surprising fact about how pain manifests in the body • a framework to help us process adversity, whether it was yesterday or decades ago • small, practical ways to find our bliss Plus, her final takeaway is pure GOLD. About Lillian: Lillian So is a Korean-American daughter of immigrants. As the founder of SOfit SF Inc. and the SOmethod, she is a passionate community builder and entrepreneur. An integrator and facilitator of transformation, Lillian helps people heal, grow, transform, and find what they didn’t know was missing in their lives. She has more than 20 years of industry experience creating psychological safety, group facilitation, and compassionate communication. Mentioned in this episode: <a href="https://coconu.com/?rfsn=2529028.75dc49&amp;utm_source=refersion&amp;utm_medium=affiliate&amp;utm_campaign=2529028.75dc49" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Coconu body oil and lubricant</a> Promo code: GROWNASS <a href="https://kindra.sjv.io/avOEW" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Kindra bath soak</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Small, Practical Ways to Find Peace and Joy

In an informal poll taken in The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide group, 85% of women rated the importance of friendship a four or five, on a scale 1-5.  If friendship is so important to us, why are so many women feeling disconnected and disappointed when it comes to making and deepening friendships?In this episode, meet Nina Lorez Collins who's made it her business to cultivate friendship, both online and IRL. We talk about the difficulties we face as women in friendship and share some really exciting ways we are partnering to create connection with women like you. Mentioned in this episode:Speaking of Psychology: Why is it so hard for adults to make friends?Friendship Poll in TGAWG groupConvo about making friends in TGAWG groupGolden Girls VS SATC ladiesSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

In an informal poll taken in The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide group, 85% of women rated the importance of friendship a four or five, on a scale 1-5.  If friendship is so important to us, why are so many women feeling disconnected and disappointed when it comes to making and deepening friendships? In this episode, meet Nina Lorez Collins who's made it her business to cultivate friendship, both online and IRL. We talk about the difficulties we face as women in friendship and share some really exciting ways we are partnering to create connection with women like you.  Mentioned in this episode:<ul><li><a href="https://www.apa.org/news/podcasts/speaking-of-psychology/adult-friendships" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Speaking of Psychology: Why is it so hard for adults to make friends?</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grownasswoman.guide/posts/3038721059674858/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Friendship Poll in TGAWG group</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grownasswoman.guide/posts/3034724970074467/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Convo about making friends in TGAWG group</a></li><li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/grownasswoman.guide/posts/3035430606670570/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Golden Girls VS SATC ladies</a></li></ul><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Making Friends over 40

As we work on brand new content coming soon, I wanted to share a few of our “best of” episodes that are perfect for summer listening. Enjoy! We’ll be back soon with a whole new season. Happy Summer!For many of us over 40, we didn’t grow up making mental health a priority, am I right? But those days are over. No one should have to white knuckle their way through life. We all deserve to feel healthy and free of the stigma and shame we used to feel when turning to mental health resources.If you haven't heard of Anna Przybylski, oh you will! Anna is the brave and totally hilarious millennial taking TikTok and Instagram by storm with her fresh, honest approach to mental health.  Anna's  not-so-serious tone and approach allows us all to laugh a little at the pressures we all feel.In this episode, Anna and I talk mental health and wellness, the difference in perspective we see when it comes to Gen X and millennials, and how we can begin to shed ourselves of judgement, expectations and start to heal from some of the programming we've experienced in our lives. Follow Anna on her website, Instagram and TikTokMentioned in this episode:Anna's videosHow I discovered Anna's videos  Thanksgiving videoYou come first Productivity doesn't equal valueDetox your feedSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

As we work on brand new content coming soon, I wanted to share a few of our “best of” episodes that are perfect for summer listening. Enjoy! We’ll be back soon with a whole new season. Happy Summer! For many of us over 40, we didn’t grow up making mental health a priority, am I right? But those days are over. No one should have to white knuckle their way through life. We all deserve to feel healthy and free of the stigma and shame we used to feel when turning to mental health resources.If you haven't heard of Anna Przybylski, oh you will! Anna is the brave and totally hilarious millennial taking TikTok and Instagram by storm with her fresh, honest approach to mental health.  Anna's  not-so-serious tone and approach allows us all to laugh a little at the pressures we all feel.In this episode, Anna and I talk mental health and wellness, the difference in perspective we see when it comes to Gen X and millennials, and how we can begin to shed ourselves of judgement, expectations and start to heal from some of the programming we've experienced in our lives. Follow Anna on her <a href="https://akprzy.com%20/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">website</a>, <a href="https://www.instagram.com/akprzy/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> and<a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@akprzy" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> TikTok</a>Mentioned in this episode: Anna's videos<ul><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/t/TTPdbUUVxa/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">How I discovered Anna's videos  </a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTdbU8jWd/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Thanksgiving video</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTdbDKxVw/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">You come first </a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/@akprzy/video/7084025484882840878?is_copy_url=1&amp;is_from_webapp=v1&amp;lang=en" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Productivity doesn't equal value</a></li><li><a href="https://www.tiktok.com/t/ZTdbD3SUn/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Detox your feed</a></li></ul><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Does Gen X Have Mental Health All Wrong?

Are you more the logical, action-focused, checklist-loving kind of woman… or are you more like the aligned with the universe, manifesting, little bit woo woo type? Or maybe you’re like today’s guest — a healthy balance of both. Renee Bowen is a professional photographer &amp; coach for creative female entrepreneurs. Her photography career has spanned over 20 years, with a speciality in branding &amp; portrait photography. She holds a degree in Psychology as well as certifications in NLP Life Coaching, Neuro-encoding, Hypnosis &amp; The Amen Clinics Brain Training. Renee calls her style of coaching “tried and true + dash of woo” because she integrates proven, scientific strategies with a good helping of the metaphysical. Clients often come to her for help with marketing and business coaching, but also walk away with a rewired and regulated nervous system. Connect with Renee on Instagram or online at ReneeBowen.comSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Are you more the logical, action-focused, checklist-loving kind of woman… or are you more like the aligned with the universe, manifesting, little bit woo woo type? Or maybe you’re like today’s guest — a healthy balance of both. Renee Bowen is a professional photographer &amp; coach for creative female entrepreneurs. Her photography career has spanned over 20 years, with a speciality in branding &amp; portrait photography. She holds a degree in Psychology as well as certifications in NLP Life Coaching, Neuro-encoding, Hypnosis &amp; The Amen Clinics Brain Training. Renee calls her style of coaching “<a href="https://reneebowen.com/podcast/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">tried and true + dash of woo</a>” because she integrates proven, scientific strategies with a good helping of the metaphysical. Clients often come to her for help with marketing and business coaching, but also walk away with a rewired and regulated nervous system. Connect with Renee on<a href="https://instagram.com/reneebowen" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> Instagram</a> or online at <a href="https://www.reneebowen.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">ReneeBowen.com</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

What's the Next Right Step?

The last time Nikki Boyer and I spoke on The Grown-Ass Woman's guide, it was March 11, 2020. We sat across from each other at a restaurant in the LA area, with pretty much no idea that would not only be the last time we’d record in a public space, but none of us would be spending time in any restaurant for a long, long time. You can hear that episode here. In that episode, Nikki talked about her podcast, Dying for Sex, a show she hosted with her best friend Molly, after Molly was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer. When struck with that life-altering news, Molly decided to leave her unhappy marriage and embark on a series of sexual adventures to feel alive. 12 million listens and a Podcast of the Year award later, that podcast is something people are still talking about to this day. During the recording of Dying for Sex, Nikki met a hospital chaplain named Peggy. The two form a friendship and now host Near Death, a podcast that makes it easier — and dare I say entertaining — to talk about death in a way that not only decreases fear, but inspires conversations that we all should be having. About:  Nikki Boyer is a three time Emmy® award-winning TV host, producer, actress and podcaster. She created, hosted, and is Executive Producer of the breakout Wondery podcast, Dying for Sex, which won the 2021 Ambie Award for Podcast of the Year --- and was named one of Apple’s favorite podcasts of 2020. In the midst of the global pandemic, Nikki hosted nearly 200 episodes of Wondery’s The Daily Smile, a podcast about good news, and launched Call Me Curious via Wondery+, a lighthearted investigative series delves into offbeat topics. Nikki co-hosts the popular weekly podcast, Straight Talk with Ross Mathews, which recently recorded its 450th episode. Nikki co-hosted the 2021 Ambies Awards show and was a regular guest contributor to The Wendy Williams Show for over 8 seasons. She has appeared on virtually every major television talk show, most recently as a guest on The Drew Barrymore Show, supporting the launch of Call Me Curious. Along with Kevin Sabbe, she co-created and was Co-Executive Producer of Step Girlfriends, a television concept based on her real life, optioned by CBS Studios. Nikki made her mark hosting Yahoo!’s ultra-popular Daytime in No Time, where she was the most watched host on the internet during the series five-year run. Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

The last time Nikki Boyer and I spoke on The Grown-Ass Woman's guide, it was March 11, 2020. We sat across from each other at a restaurant in the LA area, with pretty much no idea that would not only be the last time we’d record in a public space, but none of us would be spending time in any restaurant for a long, long time. You can <a href="https://grownasswoman.guide/episode62/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">hear that episode here</a>. In that episode, Nikki talked about her podcast, <a href="https://wondery.com/shows/dying-for-sex/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Dying for Sex</a>, a show she hosted with her best friend Molly, after Molly was diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer. When struck with that life-altering news, Molly decided to leave her unhappy marriage and embark on a series of sexual adventures to feel alive. 12 million listens and a Podcast of the Year award later, that podcast is something people are still talking about to this day. During the recording of Dying for Sex, Nikki met a hospital chaplain named Peggy. The two form a friendship and now host <a href="https://lemonadamedia.com/show/near-death/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Near Death</a>, a podcast that makes it easier — and dare I say entertaining — to talk about death in a way that not only decreases fear, but inspires conversations that we all should be having.  About:  Nikki Boyer is a three time Emmy® award-winning TV host, producer, actress and podcaster. She created, hosted, and is Executive Producer of the breakout Wondery podcast, Dying for Sex, which won the 2021 Ambie Award for Podcast of the Year --- and was named one of Apple’s favorite podcasts of 2020. In the midst of the global pandemic, Nikki hosted nearly 200 episodes of Wondery’s The Daily Smile, a podcast about good news, and launched Call Me Curious via Wondery+, a lighthearted investigative series delves into offbeat topics. Nikki co-hosts the popular weekly podcast, Straight Talk with Ross Mathews, which recently recorded its 450th episode. Nikki co-hosted the 2021 Ambies Awards show and was a regular guest contributor to The Wendy Williams Show for over 8 seasons. She has appeared on virtually every major television talk show, most recently as a guest on The Drew Barrymore Show, supporting the launch of Call Me Curious. Along with Kevin Sabbe, she co-created and was Co-Executive Producer of Step Girlfriends, a television concept based on her real life, optioned by CBS Studios. Nikki made her mark hosting Yahoo!’s ultra-popular Daytime in No Time, where she was the most watched host on the internet during the series five-year run. <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

A Matter of Life and Near Death

When a woman steps into the most grown-ass version of herself — she becomes absolutely unstoppable. On the Grown-Ass Woman's Guide, you'll hear stories from women who’ve faced the fear. Who’ve taken leaps. And who are ready to share their unique challenges, victories, lessons and strategies that have helped them carve their own path and take ownership of their own lives. Listen to The Grown-Ass Woman’s Guide wherever you get your podcasts or at grownasswoman.guide. Special thanks to Alex Perry, Wendi Aarons, Lauren Makk and Emme.Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

When a woman steps into the most grown-ass version of herself — she becomes absolutely unstoppable. On the Grown-Ass Woman's Guide, you'll hear stories from women who’ve faced the fear. Who’ve taken leaps. And who are ready to share their unique challenges, victories, lessons and strategies that have helped them carve their own path and take ownership of their own lives. Listen to The Grown-Ass Woman’s Guide wherever you get your podcasts or at <a href="https://grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">grownasswoman.guide</a>. Special thanks to Alex Perry, Wendi Aarons, Lauren Makk and Emme.<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Take Ownership of Your Life

Jenny Ketchepaw is VP of Talent Engagement in the banking industry, and  a dynamic certified Clifton strengths coach.  When I first heard Jenny speak about strengths, my mind was blown. She helped me understand where I should be targeting my efforts, and what I needed to do to take my career to the next level. And now she wants to help you too!Join Jenny and me for a Strengths workshop, happening June 12, 2023 at noon ET/9am PT. It's going to be a lot of fun, we'll learn a ton and you'll leave empowered to take your strengths and do incredible things. REGISTER HEREAbout the workshop:  Strengths-based principles focus on the natural talents that lie within us and how, by capitalizing on these strengths, we become more effective and successful. Learning your strengths, focusing on your talents, and utilizing strategies for applying your strengths will change the way you lead. Grown-Ass Creative is a podcast management and marketing agency that provides career and professional development opportunities to women over 40. Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Jenny Ketchepaw is VP of Talent Engagement in the banking industry, and  a dynamic certified Clifton strengths coach.  When I first heard Jenny speak about strengths, my mind was blown. She helped me understand where I should be targeting my efforts, and what I needed to do to take my career to the next level. And now she wants to help you too! Join Jenny and me for a Strengths workshop, happening June 12, 2023 at noon ET/9am PT. It's going to be a lot of fun, we'll learn a ton and you'll leave empowered to take your strengths and do incredible things. <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/turn-strengths-into-superpowers-tickets-638972001457" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">REGISTER HERE</a> About the workshop: Strengths-based principles focus on the natural talents that lie within us and how, by capitalizing on these strengths, we become more effective and successful. Learning your strengths, focusing on your talents, and utilizing strategies for applying your strengths will change the way you lead. Grown-Ass Creative is a podcast management and marketing agency that provides career and professional development opportunities to women over 40. <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Turn Your Strengths into Superpowers

Back in 2011, and still in my early 30s, I launched my very first podcast. I was a co-host of a show called Broadcast that tackled pop culture and current events, but always through the lens of a woman. One of the things I loved about doing that show was having someone else to chat with and bounce ideas off of. Sometimes we interviewed newsmakers, but sometimes we just talked candidly about what was on our minds. That’s why I’ve opened up to the idea of occasional co-hosted episodes here at TGAWG. In fact, if you’re listening now and thinking YES! I would love to do that, here's the application. My co-host today is Jen Vertanen. You’re going to love her. She’s honest, vulnerable and really funny. We talk everything from relationships to losing loved ones to life coaching — and we’ve got some opinions on that one.  To connect with all things Jen, visit JenVertanen.com About: Jen Vertanen is a mentor for ambitious women who mostly have their shit together but feel bored and unfulfilled even though they’ve checked all the boxes and done everything “right”. She helps them go from wanting more (happiness, fulfillment, etc.) to F*CK YEAH I love my life without having to Eat, Pray, Love or Thelma &amp; Louise. Using her signature candor and humor, Jen wants the world to know it’s never too late and you're never too old but you do kind of need to get going.Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Back in 2011, and still in my early 30s, I launched my very first podcast. I was a co-host of a show called Broadcast that tackled pop culture and current events, but always through the lens of a woman. One of the things I loved about doing that show was having someone else to chat with and bounce ideas off of. Sometimes we interviewed newsmakers, but sometimes we just talked candidly about what was on our minds. That’s why I’ve opened up to the idea of occasional co-hosted episodes here at TGAWG. In fact, if you’re listening now and thinking YES! I would love to do that, <a href="https://forms.gle/SRTRJbVoKNUPmEJ47" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">here's the application</a>. My co-host today is Jen Vertanen. You’re going to love her. She’s honest, vulnerable and really funny. We talk everything from relationships to losing loved ones to life coaching — and we’ve got some opinions on that one.  To connect with all things Jen, visit <a href="http://JenVertanen.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">JenVertanen.com</a> About: Jen Vertanen is a mentor for ambitious women who mostly have their shit together but feel bored and unfulfilled even though they’ve checked all the boxes and done everything “right”. She helps them go from wanting more (happiness, fulfillment, etc.) to F*CK YEAH I love my life without having to Eat, Pray, Love or Thelma &amp; Louise. Using her signature candor and humor, Jen wants the world to know it’s never too late and you're never too old but you do kind of need to get going.<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

It's Never Too Late (But You Need to Get Going)

Guadalupe Hirt is a four-time entrepreneur, pro-aging advocate, speaker, blogger, and middlescence life strategist. Most recently, she was the co-founder and CCO of SecondActWomen, a pro-age global community for women 40 &amp; 50+. Through education, events, membership, and community, she helped shift ageists perspectives, inspired bold thinking, and created age-inclusive spaces that rallied women over 40 to excel in business, career, and life. Now, Lupe has taken a long overdue sabbatical, focusing on her own mental health. What she’s learned during this time can help us all prioritize our own selves. And, if a self-imposed break is not something you can (or want to) do right now (I’m with you there), Lupe offers some small everyday actions we can take to bring more joy, balance and peace into our lives. Connect with Guadalupe: LinkedInInstagramSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Guadalupe Hirt is a four-time entrepreneur, pro-aging advocate, speaker, blogger, and middlescence life strategist. Most recently, she was the co-founder and CCO of SecondActWomen, a pro-age global community for women 40 &amp; 50+. Through education, events, membership, and community, she helped shift ageists perspectives, inspired bold thinking, and created age-inclusive spaces that rallied women over 40 to excel in business, career, and life. Now, Lupe has taken a long overdue sabbatical, focusing on her own mental health. What she’s learned during this time can help us all prioritize our own selves. And, if a self-imposed break is not something you can (or want to) do right now (I’m with you there), Lupe offers some small everyday actions we can take to bring more joy, balance and peace into our lives. Connect with Guadalupe: <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/guadalupehirt/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">LinkedIn</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/guadalupehirt1/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Does Your Career Need This?

Imagine this: You're in an airport bathroom in Reno, Nevada. You're feeling crampy and cranky because it's that time of the month, so you reach for a maxi pad.  What you see when you open the package angers you, enrages you really; so much so that you decide to stop and write an open letter to the company that made said maxi pad. That's pretty much what happened to Wendi Aarons. And it was the very thing to begin to change the trajectory of her life. The award winning humorist, writer, opinionated tweeter and self-proclaimed Fanilow is now a published author (her first two books written when she was 54). Her book I'm Wearing Tunics Now: On Growing Older, Wiser and a Hell of a Lot Louder is a stroll down memory lane for any Gen X woman finding her way -- and herself.  About: Wendi Aarons is a writer and award-winning humorist whose work has frequently appeared in outlets like McSweeney’s and The New Yorker, among many others. She is the author of the middle-grade novel Ginger Mancino,Kid Comedian, SOCKS from Chronicle Books, and a contributor to the Listen to Your Mother: What She Said Then, What We’re Saying Now and Keep Scrolling Til You Feel Something anthologies. She is a popular speaker and teacher on humor, and lives in Austin with her family. And her tunics.The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is supported by...Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Imagine this: You're in an airport bathroom in Reno, Nevada. You're feeling crampy and cranky because it's that time of the month, so you reach for a maxi pad.  What you see when you open the package angers you, enrages you really; so much so that you decide to stop and <a href="https://www.mcsweeneys.net/articles/an-open-letter-to-mr-james-thatcher-brand-manager-procter-amp-gamble" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">write an open letter to the company</a> that made said maxi pad. That's pretty much what happened to Wendi Aarons. And it was the very thing to begin to change the trajectory of her life. The award winning humorist, writer, opinionated tweeter and self-proclaimed Fanilow is now a published author (her first two books written when she was 54). Her book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Im-Wearing-Tunics-Now-Growing/dp/152487373X/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2ELC0D17VWYET&amp;keywords=im+wearing+tunics+now&amp;qid=1679445970&amp;sprefix=im+wearing+tunics+now%252Caps%252C141&amp;sr=8-2&amp;_encoding=UTF8&amp;tag=jackiemacd11-20&amp;linkCode=ur2&amp;linkId=ce251877a2b3ea03c2a784497cef09a1&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">I'm Wearing Tunics Now: On Growing Older, Wiser and a Hell of a Lot Louder</a> is a stroll down memory lane for any Gen X woman finding her way -- and herself.  About: Wendi Aarons is a writer and award-winning humorist whose work has frequently appeared in outlets like McSweeney’s and The New Yorker, among many others. She is the author of the middle-grade novel Ginger Mancino, Kid Comedian, SOCKS from Chronicle Books, and a contributor to the Listen to Your Mother: What She Said Then, What We’re Saying Now and Keep Scrolling Til You Feel Something anthologies. She is a popular speaker and teacher on humor, and lives in Austin with her family. And her tunics. The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is supported by...<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Growing Louder and Guilty Pleasures

The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide empowers women over 40 in taking charge of their lives. If you're ready to ask for what you want and reinvent your life, whether it's through career change, discovering new ways to manage money, or achieving peak physical, emotional or mental wellness through better health and fitness, TGAWG has your back. This stage of life (dare I say midlife?) comes with its own unique challenges. But it also is a huge opportunity to shift your mindset, discover what's next and take action. I'm your host, Jackie MacDougall, CEO of Grown-Ass Creative, and a woman over 50. My mission is to have conversations that help us all create more connected relationships with our partners, family and friends, learn how to feel better in our bodies, build more confidence and become an even better version of ourselves -- because we are more than worth it. Let's do it together.

If you are a women over 40 you need to be listening to Forty Thrive!  Love the inspiration and tips that Jackie has provided!

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 Ada Cal­houn is author of the New York Times best­seller Why We Can’t Sleep: Wom­en’s New Midlife Cri­sis, an expan­sion of her viral sto­ry for Oprah​.com and a ​“gen­er­a­tion-defin­ing explo­ration of the new midlife cri­sis fac­ing Gen X women and the unique cir­cum­stances that have brought them to this point.”   Get the book on Amazon or listen to Ada's book for FREE! Visit AudibleTrial.com/FortyThrive.   Big Announcement! Forty Thrive is now on Patreon! Let's connect on a deeper level with one of three options!  Support Forty Thrive for just $3 month! Join our book club! Become a Forty Thrive member!  Visit Patreon.com/FortyThrive   Mentioned in this episode:   Midlife Crisis or Midlife Awakening with Diann WingertSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

<a href="https://www.adacalhoun.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank"> Ada Cal­houn</a> is author of the New York Times best­seller <a href="https://amzn.to/2TBWjTa" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Why We Can’t Sleep: Wom­en’s New Midlife Cri­sis</a>, an expan­sion of her <a href="http://www.oprah.com/sp/new-midlife-crisis.html" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">viral sto­ry for Oprah​.com</a> and a ​“gen­er­a­tion-defin­ing explo­ration of the new midlife cri­sis fac­ing Gen X women and the unique cir­cum­stances that have brought them to this point.”   <a href="https://amzn.to/2TBWjTa" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Get the book on Amazon</a> or listen to Ada's book for FREE! Visit <a href="http://AudibleTrial.com/FortyThrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">AudibleTrial.com/FortyThrive</a>.   Big Announcement! Forty Thrive is now on Patreon! Let's connect on a deeper level with one of three options! <ul> <li>Support Forty Thrive for just $3 month!</li> <li>Join our book club!</li> <li>Become a Forty Thrive member!</li> </ul> Visit <a href="https://www.patreon.com/fortythrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Patreon.com/FortyThrive</a>   Mentioned in this episode:   <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode4/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Midlife Crisis or Midlife Awakening with Diann Wingert</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

What the hell has happened to me?

Hey, thanks for listening! I’ve been leading this community of incredible women since I launched the group in 2017 and since then, I’ve been asking a lot of questions and listening to the needs of this growing community. Time and time again, I’ve had the opportunity to understand your core challenges — let’s be honest, your challenges are my challenges. Two and a half years later, with just over a year of the Forty Thrive podcast under my belt, I know one thing for sure. Women over 40 want to feel better. That’s why I’m partnering with some amazing experts who will help you do just that. If you’ve been part of Forty Thrive long enough, you know I love me some Courtney Townley. Courtney is the Founder of Grace and Grit and host of the podcast of the same name. Not only was Courtney a huge hit at our very first Forty Thrive live event in 2018, she’s been on the podcast twice before. And what she has to offer is so much more than weight loss advice. Clients who’ve worked with Courtney have gone on to do some big things — leading their lives with confidence and of course, Grace and Grit. Courtney's here to help you replace those bad habits with better ones and make. it. stick. Why you definitely want to listen: =&gt; That New Year's resolution is long gone =&gt; You're tired of spinning your wheels. =&gt; You want to learn how to develop habits that stick. =&gt; You know there must be a better way than extreme diets and exercise programs, you just aren't sure what it is In this episode, we answer:  The biggest challenge for women over 40 when it comes to creating lasting wellness Why we struggle to be consistent? The science of behavior change Courtney's 4-Step Framework that will change the game forever   Are you ready to work with Courtney and make this time... the last time? Learn the 4 Essential Practices That Make Change Stick for Good BONUS: Register for Courtney's program and I'll throw in:  — One FREE ticket to an upcoming LIVE Forty Thrive event — One FREE 30-minute midlife mentor mini session (If you’re feeling stuck, need clarity on next steps or just need to work through a challenge, I’ve got your back) PLUS, register by end of day on Thursday, February 6th and receive $100 off with code: TCCearlybird Thriver of the Week! Colleen Rosenblum, co-host of Hot Flashes and Cool Topics Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Hey, thanks for listening! I’ve been leading this community of incredible women since I launched the group in 2017 and since then, I’ve been asking a lot of questions and listening to the needs of this growing community. Time and time again, I’ve had the opportunity to understand your core challenges — let’s be honest, your challenges are my challenges. Two and a half years later, with just over a year of the Forty Thrive podcast under my belt, I know one thing for sure. Women over 40 want to feel better. That’s why I’m partnering with some amazing experts who will help you do just that. If you’ve been part of Forty Thrive long enough, you know I love me some Courtney Townley. Courtney is the Founder of Grace and Grit and host of the podcast of the same name. Not only was Courtney a huge hit at our very first Forty Thrive live event in 2018, she’s been on the podcast twice before. And what she has to offer is so much more than weight loss advice. Clients who’ve worked with Courtney have gone on to do some big things — leading their lives with confidence and of course, Grace and Grit. Courtney's here to help you replace those bad habits with better ones and make. it. stick. Why you definitely want to listen: =&gt; That New Year's resolution is long gone =&gt; You're tired of spinning your wheels. =&gt; You want to learn how to develop habits that stick. =&gt; You know there must be a better way than extreme diets and exercise programs, you just aren't sure what it is In this episode, we answer: <ul> <li>The biggest challenge for women over 40 when it comes to creating lasting wellness</li> <li>Why we struggle to be consistent?</li> <li>The science of behavior change</li> <li>Courtney's 4-Step Framework that will change the game forever</li> </ul> <h2> Are you ready to <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a1c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">work with Courtney</a> and make this time... the last time?</h2> Learn the 4 Essential Practices That Make Change Stick for Good BONUS: <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a1c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Register for Courtney's program</a> and I'll throw in:  — One FREE ticket to an upcoming LIVE Forty Thrive event — One FREE 30-minute midlife mentor mini session (If you’re feeling stuck, need clarity on next steps or just need to work through a challenge, I’ve got your back) <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a1c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">PLUS, register by end of day on Thursday, February 6th and receive $100 off with code: TCCearlybird</a> Thriver of the Week! Colleen Rosenblum, co-host of <a href="https://hotflashescooltopics.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Hot Flashes and Cool Topics</a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Why Can't I Lose Weight over 40?

What's a guy's biggest fear after turning 40? What does he think women are really going through? In this Forty Thrive Podcast episode with Rick Clemons, the guy behind the "no excuses, no fears, no apologies" movement and the host of the 40 Plus: Real Men. Real Talk Podcast, as well as the Life Uncloseted Podcast, we asked our own audiences over 40 (his male community and Forty Thrive's female community) the very same questions and come together to uncover some answers that may surprise you! Join us as we discuss everything from our biggest fears to how men and women can come together and thrive at 40 and beyond! More About Rick:   Over the past 20 years he’s been helping people and organizations get real about the suffocating closets they live in and he has the distinct pleasure of lovingly kicking them in the ass to make their bold moves without apologies – personally and professionally. From leadership to creativity, sexuality to parenting, and truth telling to living by your own rules, his motto is “Bust a bold move. Live life your way!”   He’s survived raising two daughters (thus the bald head), broken two world records, and once upon a time did something unbelievable at a whorehouse in Texas.     Connect with Rick on Facebook Connect with Rick on Instagram Connect with Rick on TwitterSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

What's a guy's biggest fear after turning 40? What does he think women are really going through? In this Forty Thrive Podcast episode with Rick Clemons, the guy behind the "no excuses, no fears, no apologies" movement and the host of the <a href="http://fortypluspodcast.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">40 Plus: Real Men. Real Talk Podcast</a>, as well as the Life Uncloseted Podcast, we asked our own audiences over 40 (his male community and Forty Thrive's female community) the very same questions and come together to uncover some answers that may surprise you! Join us as we discuss everything from our biggest fears to how men and women can come together and thrive at 40 and beyond! More About Rick:   Over the past 20 years he’s been helping people and organizations get real about the suffocating closets they live in and he has the distinct pleasure of lovingly kicking them in the ass to make their bold moves without apologies – personally and professionally. From leadership to creativity, sexuality to parenting, and truth telling to living by your own rules, his motto is “Bust a bold move. Live life your way!”   He’s survived raising two daughters (thus the bald head), broken two world records, and once upon a time did something unbelievable at a whorehouse in Texas.   <a href="https://www.facebook.com/rickclemonsofficial/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with Rick on Facebook</a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/therickclemons/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with Rick on Instagram</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/RickClemons" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Connect with Rick on Twitter</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

What Men Over 40 Aren't Telling You

Between episodes of Grace &amp; Frankie and starting brand new businesses, it seems women over 40 are having sex -- and lots of it. Recently, my friend, podcast launch client and host of Sex Ed the Musical and I brought our big midlife creative brains together to survey over 100 women over 40 on what's happening in the bedroom (and beyond).  The results are definitely note worthy and led to an informative, entertaining conversation about cheating, sex toys and Sam Elliot's mustache.  From Wendy: Searching for truth over marketing, we asked 100 women over 40 a series of questions about their sex lives including sexual fantasies, how often they’re having sex, how happy they are in bed and how likely they are to hook up with another lady person. The answers may surprise you. PS Wendy shares slides with all of the semi-scientific data here.  SPONSOR; Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day or Singles Awareness Day, if you're a woman over 40, you'll likely need lubrication. That's where our friends at Coconu come in. At Coconu, they have one goal, to help you "Have Better Sex, Naturally." Get 10% off at Coconu.com. Use promo code THRIVE at checkout.Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Between episodes of Grace &amp; Frankie and starting brand new businesses, it seems women over 40 are having sex -- and lots of it. Recently, my friend, podcast launch client and host of <a href="http://sexedthemusical.com/podcast" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sex Ed the Musical</a> and I brought our big midlife creative brains together to survey over 100 women over 40 on what's happening in the bedroom (and beyond).  The results are definitely note worthy and led to an informative, entertaining conversation about cheating, sex toys and Sam Elliot's mustache. From Wendy: Searching for truth over marketing, we asked 100 women over 40 a series of questions about their sex lives including sexual fantasies, how often they’re having sex, how happy they are in bed and how likely they are to hook up with another lady person. The answers may surprise you. <a href="https://www.sexedthemusical.com/podcast/secret-sex-lives-of-women-over-40" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">PS Wendy shares slides with all of the semi-scientific data here. </a> SPONSOR; Whether you're celebrating Valentine's Day or Singles Awareness Day, if you're a woman over 40, you'll likely need lubrication. That's where our friends at Coconu come in. At Coconu, they have one goal, to help you "Have Better Sex, Naturally." <a href="http://coconu.com" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Get 10% off at Coconu.com</a>. Use promo code THRIVE at checkout.<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

The Truth About Sex Over 40

Let me guess, you're having trouble sleeping. Maybe you've got some aches and pains. Or maybe hot flashes / night sweats are driving you crazy. You're not alone! But what would you say if I told you that there's a tried and true remedy for most of those sexy peri/menopausal symptoms?Featured Guest: Aliza Sherman is a web pioneer and founder of Cybergrrl, Inc. and Webgrrls International who helped pave the way for women in the Internet industry. After 25+ years in the Internet industry, is the CEO of Ellementa, a global women’s wellness network with a focus on cannabis and CBD, and the author of Cannabis and CBD for Health and Wellness: An Essential Guide for Using Nature’s Medicine to Relieve Stress, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Inflammation, and More. Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Let me guess, you're having trouble sleeping. Maybe you've got some aches and pains. Or maybe hot flashes / night sweats are driving you crazy. You're not alone! But what would you say if I told you that there's a tried and true remedy for most of those sexy peri/menopausal symptoms?<h1>Featured Guest:</h1> <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/1984856855/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=1984856855&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=jackiemacd11-20&amp;linkId=d937e2627f672e8372e84db6291169ac" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"></a>Aliza Sherman is a web pioneer and founder of Cybergrrl, Inc. and Webgrrls International who helped pave the way for women in the Internet industry. After 25+ years in the Internet industry, is the CEO of <a href="https://ellementa.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Ellementa</a>, a global women’s wellness network with a focus on cannabis and CBD, and the author of <a href="https://amzn.to/31CoSBO" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Cannabis and CBD for Health and Wellness: An Essential Guide for Using Nature’s Medicine to Relieve Stress, Anxiety, Chronic Pain, Inflammation, and More</a>. <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Cannabis and CBD as Midlife Medicine

From gray hair to menopause, Jackie and Dr. Suzanne Gilberg Lenz talk choices that can help you thrive in midlife and beyond.    Plus, your common questions answered:   What exactly is peri-menopause? How do you know menopause is about to happen? What kinds of changes can you expect? What kind of impact will it have on your sense of well being?     About Dr. Suzanne Gilberg Lenz I’m a hard-core science nerd with a deep respect for the holistic approach to health and life. Believe it or not, there is a science to self-care!   After earning my medical degree at Southern California School of Medicine and completing my residency at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, I wanted to expand my knowledge beyond conventional medicine.   In 2010 I graduated from California College of Ayurveda as a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, which has truly expanded and informed my practice of medicine. Being able to integrate this incredible ancient healing tradition has been a game changer and allowed me to go deeper into the study of health and healing.   As more “natural” solutions, medicines, and technologies emerge in the global marketplace, I find myself referring back to Ayurveda- the original lifestyle medicine, which incorporates the mind, body, and spirit.   Get your ticket to Dr. Suzanne's Menopause Bootcamp HERE! Promo Code: FORTYTHRIVE   Mentioned in this episode:  Joy Lamay Erica Chidi Cohen The Wing Rebecca Benenati The Wisdom of Menopause (Revised Edition): Creating Physical and Emotional Health During the Change Insight Timer Follow Dr. Suzanne: Website Facebook Instagram Are you subscribed to the Forty Thrive podcast? Well let’s Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

From gray hair to menopause, Jackie and Dr. Suzanne Gilberg Lenz talk choices that can help you thrive in midlife and beyond.    Plus, your common questions answered:   What exactly is peri-menopause? How do you know menopause is about to happen? What kinds of changes can you expect? What kind of impact will it have on your sense of well being?     About Dr. Suzanne Gilberg Lenz I’m a hard-core science nerd with a deep respect for the holistic approach to health and life. Believe it or not, there is a science to self-care!   After earning my medical degree at Southern California School of Medicine and completing my residency at Cedar-Sinai Medical Center in Los Angeles, California, I wanted to expand my knowledge beyond conventional medicine.   In 2010 I graduated from California College of Ayurveda as a Clinical Ayurvedic Specialist, which has truly expanded and informed my practice of medicine. Being able to integrate this incredible ancient healing tradition has been a game changer and allowed me to go deeper into the study of health and healing.   As more “natural” solutions, medicines, and technologies emerge in the global marketplace, I find myself referring back to Ayurveda- the original lifestyle medicine, which incorporates the mind, body, and spirit.   <a href="https://www.wellnessliving.com/rs/event/well_born_lifestyles?k_class=167338&amp;k_class_tab=12588" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Get your ticket to Dr. Suzanne's Menopause Bootcamp HERE</a>! Promo Code: FORTYTHRIVE   <h2>Mentioned in this episode:</h2> <ul> <li><a href="http://joylamay.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Joy Lamay</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.ericachidicohen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Erica Chidi Cohen</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.the-wing.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Wing</a></li> <li><a href="https://rebeccabenenati.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Rebecca Benenati</a></li> <li><a href="https://amzn.to/31Oq0Cu" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Wisdom of Menopause (Revised Edition): Creating Physical and Emotional Health During the Change</a></li> <li><a href="https://insighttimer.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Insight Timer</a></li> </ul><h2>Follow Dr. Suzanne:</h2> <a href="http://thedrsuzanne.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Website</a> <a href="http://facebook.com/askdrsuzanne" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook</a> <a href="http://instagram.com/askdrsuzanne" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a><a href="http://facebook.com/groups/fortythrive" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"></a> Are you subscribed to the Forty Thrive podcast? Well let’s <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Can you really embrace aging?

If you’re a parent living in an empty — or almost empty — nest, this episode is for you. Lisa Heffernan, co-founder of Grown and Flown, has made it her life's work to support parents during what can be an extremely difficult transition.    In the midst of guiding their own kids through this crazy transition, Lisa and her biz partner, Mary Dell Harrington, launched what has become the largest website and Facebook group for parents of fifteen to twenty-five year olds, earning them a spot on People Magazine's 25 Women Changing the World in 2017.   Now they’ve compiled new takeaways and fresh insights from all that they’ve learned into a handy, must-have guide.   Get the Grown and Flown book today!   Grown and Flown is a one-stop resource for parenting teenagers, leading up to—and through—high school and those first years of independence. It covers everything from the monumental (how to let your kids go) to the mundane (how to shop for a dorm room). Organized by topic—such as academics, anxiety and mental health, college life—it features a combination of stories, advice from professionals, and practical sidebars.   Get the audio version of Grown and Flown for FREE! If you're a fan of audio books like I am, you are definitely going to love this offer! Get a free month of Audible -- and FREE audiobook download -- at AudibleTrial.com/fortythrive.   Mentioned in this episode:   The Gift of Failure: How to Step Back and Let Your Child Succeed   Meet 100 People: A How-To Guide to the Career and Life Edge Everyone's Missing   Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in GirlsSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

If you’re a parent living in an empty — or almost empty — nest, this episode is for you. Lisa Heffernan, co-founder of <a href="http://grownandflown.com" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Grown and Flown</a>, has made it her life's work to support parents during what can be an extremely difficult transition. <a href="https://amzn.to/2Z4WZWF" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>In the midst of guiding their own kids through this crazy transition, Lisa and her biz partner, Mary Dell Harrington, launched what has become the largest website and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownandflown/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook group</a> for parents of fifteen to twenty-five year olds, earning them a spot on People Magazine's <a href="https://people.com/celebrity/25-women-changing-the-world-in-2017/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">25 Women Changing the World</a> in 2017.   Now they’ve compiled new takeaways and fresh insights from all that they’ve learned into a handy, must-have guide.   Get the <a href="https://amzn.to/2Z4WZWF" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Grown and Flown</a> book today!   Grown and Flown is a one-stop resource for parenting teenagers, leading up to—and through—high school and those first years of independence. It covers everything from the monumental (how to let your kids go) to the mundane (how to shop for a dorm room). Organized by topic—such as academics, anxiety and mental health, college life—it features a combination of stories, advice from professionals, and practical sidebars.   <h3>Get the audio version of Grown and Flown for FREE! If you're a fan of audio books like I am, you are definitely going to love this offer! Get a free month of Audible -- and FREE audiobook download -- at <a href="http://audibletrial.com/fortythrive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">AudibleTrial.com/fortythrive</a>.</h3>   Mentioned in this episode:   <a href="https://amzn.to/31SNDdn" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Gift of Failure:</a> How to Step Back and Let Your Child Succeed   <a href="https://amzn.to/2Z96DHy" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Meet 100 People</a>: A How-To Guide to the Career and Life Edge Everyone's Missing   <a href="https://amzn.to/33RRNnx" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Under Pressure: Confronting the Epidemic of Stress and Anxiety in Girls</a><a href="%20Guiding%20Teenage%20Girls%20Through%20the%20Seven%20Transitions%20into%20Adulthood" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"></a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Thriving After the Kids Have Grown and Flown

If finding love is on your priority list for 2020, or ready to take your love life to the next level, then this episode is for you.Feautured Guest: Damona Hoffman is a dating coach and media personality who starred in A+E Networks' TV series #BlackLove and A Question of Love. Damona preciously held creative executive positions at CBS, Paramount, and NBC Universal. Now, she hosts the Dates &amp; Mates Podcast and contributes regularly to The Washington Post, CNN/HLN, Match.com, and BET.com in addition to coaching clients. Resources: Damona's Profile Starter KitSubscribe to Dates and MatesDay 8 of 10 Days of GiveawaysToday’s featured gift is super special to me. I know so many people personally grieving during the holidays. By the time we've our 40s, 50s and 60s, may of us have experienced significant loss. Meet Sharing Solace, a company created out of its founder's devastating and isolating grief after losing her daughter.Sharing Solace's mission is simple. "We're here to provide support to you as you travel your unique grief journey. We help you to honor your grief, acknowledge that your grief is a process of healing, and allow yourself to become stronger, happier person because of your life experiences."Featured Gift:Circle of life pendant with “every moment is worthwhile” token.What’s so special about this gift is that it’s meant to be given to someone who may be grieving from a death or loss. They register the token online to join the sharing solace community, and wear the jewelry close to their heart. When they’re ready, they remove the token from the outer locket, releasing their heavy grief, place it into a new locket and pass the gift of strength on to someone else who may need it. I was so touched by this that I knew I had to feature such a meaningful gift in our 10 days of giveaways How to enter: Download Forty Thrive's 10 Tips to Start Thriving Today at FortyThrive.comIt's that simple!ALL Entries open until 11:59 pm on December 21, 2019 Winners announced Monday, December 23, 2019 Gifts can only be shipped within the United States.If you liked this episode, please share it with a friend, you know the one, she’s ready to make love a priority in 2020. Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

If finding love is on your priority list for 2020, or ready to take your love life to the next level, then this episode is for you.<h2>Feautured Guest: </h2><a href="https://damonahoffman.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Damona Hoffman</a> is a dating coach and media personality who starred in A+E Networks' TV series #BlackLove and A Question of Love. Damona preciously held creative executive positions at CBS, Paramount, and NBC Universal. Now, she hosts the Dates &amp; Mates Podcast and contributes regularly to The Washington Post, CNN/HLN, <a href="http://Match.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Match.com</a>, and <a href="http://BET.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">BET.com</a> in addition to coaching clients. Resources: <a href="https://damonahoffman.com/online-programs/psk-sep2019/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Damona's Profile Starter Kit</a><a href="https://damonahoffman.com/dates-mates-podcast/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Subscribe to Dates and Mates</a><h2>Day 8 of 10 Days of Giveaways</h2>Today’s featured gift is super special to me. I know so many people personally grieving during the holidays. By the time we've our 40s, 50s and 60s, may of us have experienced significant loss. Meet <a href="http://sharingsolace.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sharing Solace</a>, a company created out of its founder's devastating and isolating grief after losing her daughter.Sharing Solace's mission is simple. "We're here to provide support to you as you travel your unique grief journey. We help you to honor your grief, acknowledge that your grief is a process of healing, and allow yourself to become stronger, happier person because of your life experiences."Featured Gift:<a href="https://sharingsolace.com/product/circle-of-life-pendant-with-every-moment-is-worthwhile-token/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Circle of life pendant with “every moment is worthwhile” token.</a>What’s so special about this gift is that it’s meant to be given to someone who may be grieving from a death or loss. They register the token online to join the sharing solace community, and wear the jewelry close to their heart. When they’re ready, they remove the token from the outer locket, releasing their heavy grief, place it into a new locket and pass the gift of strength on to someone else who may need it. I was so touched by this that I knew I had to feature such a meaningful gift in our 10 days of giveaways How to enter: <a href="http://fortythrive.com" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Download Forty Thrive's 10 Tips to Start Thriving Today at FortyThrive.com</a>It's that simple!ALL Entries open until 11:59 pm on December 21, 2019 Winners announced Monday, December 23, 2019 Gifts can only be shipped within the United States.<h3>If you liked this episode, please share it with a friend, you know the one, she’s ready to make love a priority in 2020.</h3> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

How to Find (Better) Love over 40

We're taking on some of the biggest challenges women over 40 face every day with psychotherapist and relationship expert, Stacy Kaiser. Stacy is just as passionate as I am in helping you live the life you really want -- and she's got some amazing experience to help make it happen. Click here to download... Some of the topics we cover:  Dating over 40 and the red flags you should definitely notice  What we can do NOW to create a future of happiness  The secret we can learn from millennials Why we’re depleted and what we can do about it  The Power of NO   And why late afternoon pajamas are the best idea EVER   About our guest: Stacy Kaiser is a licensed psychotherapist, relationship expert and media personality and author of How to Be a Grown Up: The Ten Secret Skills Everyone Needs to Know. Stacy was the resident psychotherapist on VH1's Celebrity Fit Club, Lifetime's DietTribe, Investigation Discovery's Fatal Vows, parenting expert on The TODAY Show and Good Morning America, and regular guest expert on Steve Harvey and The Doctors. She’s worked with the FBI, Los Angeles Fire Department, Los Angeles Unified School District... but her most coveted role is as my guest on today’s Forty Thrive podcast (well, duh!). Are you enjoying the Forty Thrive podcast? There are three things you can do that will make all the difference! SUBSCRIBE – it’s literally one simple button and will allow the show to automatically be updated on your favorite podcast app SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND — you know the one, she needs this episode! And to make it easier for you, you can always share it directly from HERE RATE AND REVIEW — Apple Podcasts and other apps are all about confusing algorithms. So the more activity they see, the more people will discover the show. Everything helps!        Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

We're taking on some of the biggest challenges women over 40 face every day with psychotherapist and relationship expert, Stacy Kaiser. Stacy is just as passionate as I am in helping you live the life you really want -- and she's got some amazing experience to help make it happen. <a href="http://traffic.libsyn.com/fortythrive/FortyThrivePodcast_EP34_StacyKaiser.mp3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to download...</a> Some of the topics we cover: <ul> <li>Dating over 40 and the red flags you should definitely notice</li> <li> What we can do NOW to create a future of happiness </li> <li>The secret we can learn from millennials</li> <li>Why we’re depleted and what we can do about it</li> <li> The Power of NO </li> <li> And why late afternoon pajamas are the best idea EVER </li> </ul> About our guest: Stacy Kaiser is a licensed psychotherapist, relationship expert and media personality and author of <a href="https://amzn.to/2YRYPVE" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">How to Be a Grown Up: The Ten Secret Skills Everyone Needs to Know</a>. Stacy was the resident psychotherapist on VH1's Celebrity Fit Club, Lifetime's DietTribe, Investigation Discovery's Fatal Vows, parenting expert on The TODAY Show and Good Morning America, and regular guest expert on Steve Harvey and The Doctors. She’s worked with the FBI, Los Angeles Fire Department, Los Angeles Unified School District... but her most coveted role is as my guest on today’s Forty Thrive podcast (well, duh!). <h3>Are you enjoying the Forty Thrive podcast? There are three things you can do that will make all the difference!</h3> SUBSCRIBE – it’s literally one simple button and will allow the show to automatically be updated on your favorite podcast app SHARE IT WITH A FRIEND — you know the one, she needs this episode! And to make it easier for you, you can always share it directly from <a href="http://fortythrive.com/episode34" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">HERE</a> RATE AND REVIEW — Apple Podcasts and other apps are all about confusing algorithms. So the more activity they see, the more people will discover the show. Everything helps! <h1></h1> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Tackling the Most Common Challenges for Women Over 40

Weeeee! Today is quite a day to be a Forty Thrive podcast listener! It's the very first day of our 10 days of giveaways! Over the next 10 days we'll be featuring some incredible products and services created by women-owned and operated businesses that are sure to help you thrive! Scroll down to see today's featured gift and then join the Forty Thrive Community to enter! Plus, we have an awesome guest today! Guest:  Amy Smith is a certified confidence coach, masterful speaker and personal empowerment expert. Amy serves as founder of TheJoyJunkie.com where she uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self love. Amy's highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence wisdom and humor. Get Amy's EWorkbook Stand Up for Yourself without Being a Dick.  In celebration of the Forty Thrive podcast's first anniversary, today is Day #1 of Forty Thrive's 10 Days of Giveaways. Over the next 10 days in the Forty Thrive free and private Facebook group, we'll be featuring women owned and led brands, as well as a few extra treats from some special friends!  Today's featured gift! The Sosi Leone convertible backpack is the perfect bag for modern, on-the-go, and professional women who want to carry their laptop and other daily essentials with ease and style. Its sleek design makes it easy to match with professional, casual, and active outfits, so you can wear it for multiple occasions throughout the day. Enter to win this fabulous bag today!  Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Weeeee! Today is quite a day to be a Forty Thrive podcast listener! It's the very first day of our 10 days of giveaways! Over the next 10 days we'll be featuring some incredible products and services created by women-owned and operated businesses that are sure to help you thrive! <h5>Scroll down to see today's featured gift and then join the <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/fortythrive" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Forty Thrive Community</a> to enter!</h5> Plus, we have an awesome guest today! <h3>Guest: </h3> Amy Smith is a certified confidence coach, masterful speaker and personal empowerment expert. Amy serves as founder of <a href="https://thejoyjunkie.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">TheJoyJunkie.com</a> where she uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self love. Amy's highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence wisdom and humor. Get Amy's EWorkbook <a href="https://thejoyjunkie.com/free/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Stand Up for Yourself without Being a Dick.</a> In celebration of the Forty Thrive podcast's first anniversary, today is Day #1 of Forty Thrive's 10 Days of Giveaways. Over the next 10 days in the Forty Thrive free and private Facebook group, we'll be featuring women owned and led brands, as well as a few extra treats from some special friends! <h2>Today's featured gift!</h2> <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/fortythrive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>The <a href="https://www.sosileone.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Sosi Leone</a> convertible backpack is the perfect bag for modern, on-the-go, and professional women who want to carry their laptop and other daily essentials with ease and style. Its sleek design makes it easy to match with professional, casual, and active outfits, so you can wear it for multiple occasions throughout the day. <h3><a href="http://facebook.com/groups/fortythrive" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Enter to win this fabulous bag today!</a></h3> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Stand Up for Yourself Without Being a Dick

This might not only be one of my all time favorite podcast conversations… but one of my favorite conversations — period. If you’re ready to get real… raw and work through some of the pain you’ve been holding onto, THIS is the episode for you.  But don’t be fooled — it’s also filled with a whole lot of laughs and some seriously colorful language. So headphones are a must if you’re at work or around the littles. 'Cause in this episode, we #sharetheshit Meet Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Melody Murray Parks. Not only does Melody work as a mental health evaluator in a Seattle ER while also running her own private practice, she’s also had an eventful career in TV, worked as an actor, hosted a children’s show and performed standup comedy. Two minutes after meeting Melody, you’ll be all “of course she did.” Read Melody's post: A Therapist’s Journey to Radical Self Care Plus, Melody answers questions from the Forty Thrive community: How to deal with anxiety How to deal with being laid off Are women in midlife over medicated? Why?  About Melody: I am a Licensed Marriage &amp; Family Therapist and Child Mental Health Specialist in private practice.  I also work as a Mental Health Evaluator in the ER at Seattle Children's Hospital and co-facilitate Suicide Assessment and Treatment trainings for the nursing staff.    I also do presentations on topics including: Suicidal Ideation, Self-Care, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Mental Health &amp; Social Media and Secondary Trauma.   I am a solution-focused clinician with a direct, casual, yet interactive approach. I help my clients learn positive ways to manage negative thought patterns, unwanted behavioral responses, process experiences that create fear, shame and sadness.  I help my clients love and accept themselves again OR, for the very first time. Before becoming a therapist, I spent several years working in film, television and casting as a producer and director.  I was also an actor, hosted a children's show and performed standup comedy.   I have a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Los Angeles.  I am a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family TheSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

This might not only be one of my all time favorite podcast conversations… but one of my favorite conversations — period. If you’re ready to get real… raw and work through some of the pain you’ve been holding onto, THIS is the episode for you.  But don’t be fooled — it’s also filled with a whole lot of laughs and some seriously colorful language. So headphones are a must if you’re at work or around the littles. 'Cause in this episode, we #sharetheshit Meet Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, <a href="https://www.parkstherapy.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Melody Murray Parks</a>. Not only does Melody work as a mental health evaluator in a Seattle ER while also running her own private practice, she’s also had an eventful career in TV, worked as an actor, hosted a children’s show and performed standup comedy. Two minutes after meeting Melody, you’ll be all “of course she did.” Read Melody's post: <a href="https://www.denisepsychotherapist.net/guest-blog-radical-self-care" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">A Therapist’s Journey to Radical Self Care</a> Plus, Melody answers questions from the Forty Thrive community: How to deal with anxiety How to deal with being laid off Are women in midlife over medicated? Why? About Melody: I am a Licensed Marriage &amp; Family Therapist and Child Mental Health Specialist in private practice.  I also work as a Mental Health Evaluator in the ER at Seattle Children's Hospital and co-facilitate Suicide Assessment and Treatment trainings for the nursing staff.    I also do presentations on topics including: Suicidal Ideation, Self-Care, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Mental Health &amp; Social Media and Secondary Trauma.   I am a solution-focused clinician with a direct, casual, yet interactive approach. I help my clients learn positive ways to manage negative thought patterns, unwanted behavioral responses, process experiences that create fear, shame and sadness.  I help my clients love and accept themselves again OR, for the very first time. Before becoming a therapist, I spent several years working in film, television and casting as a producer and director.  I was also an actor, hosted a children's show and performed standup comedy.   I have a Master's degree in Clinical Psychology from Antioch University, Los Angeles.  I am a member of the American Association of Marriage and Family The<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

A Lesson in Blowing Up Your Life

Nikki Boyer

When I discover a woman’s voice — especially over 40 — who has found an impactful, creative way to share her story through the power of podcasting, I can’t help but yell it from the rooftops. Now more than ever, elevating each other’s voices is hugely important.    I met Nikki Boyer probably 7 or 8 years ago when she was involved with a TV show I was working on. Nikki’s an Emmy Award winning TV host, actress, voice over artist…and life coach.    You may recognize her from Wendy Williams show, Access Hollywood, countless TV shows or on Straight Talk with Ross, the podcast she co-hosts. But it’s her new 6-episode podcast series, Dying for Sex that we’re going to dive into today.   Start your free 30-day trial of Audible  ✓ Free membership for 30 days with 2 audiobooks + 2 Audible Originals.  ✓  After trial, get 1 audiobook and 2 Audible Originals each month.  ✓  Exclusive guided wellness programs.  ✓  You will get an email reminder 7 days before your trial ends.    About Nikki Boyer: In my 20 years in the entertainment field, I learned that my favorite part about interviewing people was creating a connection and having meaningful, deep conversations.  With my life experience and certified life coaching tools, I'd love to help you through challenging times as well as expand your experiences. Talking about your most vulnerable thoughts is powerful.  So often we push those thoughts aside to protect us from fear.  We can work on creating a safe space, getting clear about what you want out of life, and changing your mindset.  I believe that together we can communicate and work in a way that frees you up to make space for new habits and new ways of thinking.   Together, we will Talk it Out.    About Dying for Sex:  When host Nikki Boyer’s best friend Molly is diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer, she decides to do something bold. She leaves an unhappy marriage and embarks on a series of sexual adventures to feel alive.Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

When I discover a woman’s voice — especially over 40 — who has found an impactful, creative way to share her story through the power of podcasting, I can’t help but yell it from the rooftops. Now more than ever, elevating each other’s voices is hugely important.    I met Nikki Boyer probably 7 or 8 years ago when she was involved with a TV show I was working on. Nikki’s an Emmy Award winning TV host, actress, voice over artist…and life coach.    You may recognize her from Wendy Williams show, Access Hollywood, countless TV shows or on Straight Talk with Ross, the podcast she co-hosts. But it’s her new 6-episode podcast series, <a href="https://wondery.com/shows/dying-for-sex/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dying for Sex</a> that we’re going to dive into today.  <h3><a href="http://AudibleTrial.com/FortyThrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Start your free 30-day trial of Audible</a></h3> ✓ Free membership for 30 days with 2 audiobooks + 2 Audible Originals. ✓  After trial, get 1 audiobook and 2 Audible Originals each month. ✓  Exclusive guided wellness programs. ✓  You will get an email reminder 7 days before your trial ends.   About Nikki Boyer: In my 20 years in the entertainment field, I learned that my favorite part about interviewing people was creating a connection and having meaningful, deep conversations.  With my life experience and certified life coaching tools, I'd love to help you through challenging times as well as expand your experiences. Talking about your most vulnerable thoughts is powerful.  So often we push those thoughts aside to protect us from fear.  We can work on creating a safe space, getting clear about what you want out of life, and changing your mindset.  I believe that together we can communicate and work in a way that frees you up to make space for new habits and new ways of thinking.   Together, we will Talk it Out.    About Dying for Sex:  When host Nikki Boyer’s best friend Molly is diagnosed with Stage IV breast cancer, she decides to do something bold. She leaves an unhappy marriage and embarks on a series of sexual adventures to feel alive.<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Dying for Sex with Nikki Boyer

If you're looking to feel more thankful or deepen your gratitude practice, this is the episode for you.  Did you know it's scientifically proven that expressing gratitude, especially through writing, actually rewires our brain to feel more happiness?  This is not anything new to Nancy Davis Kho, host of Midlife Mixtape podcast and author of The Thank You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time. As she approached a milestone birthday, she decided to send thank-you letters to the many people who had influenced her, helped her, and inspired her over the years: family, friends, mentors, teachers, co-workers, even a couple of former friends and exes. Emerging research proves that actively appreciating the formative people in your life, past and present, can lead to a lasting increase in your happiness levels. The Thank-you Project offers a charming, entertaining roadmap to see, say and savor your way there.   About Nancy:  Nancy Davis Kho is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in the Washington Post, San Francisco Chronicle, US Magazine, The Rumpus, and The Toast. She's been recognized as a Voice of the Year in the Humor Category by BlogHer and was the inaugural champion of Oakland's Literary Death Match. She covers “the years between being hip and breaking one” at MidlifeMixtape.com and on the Midlife Mixtape Podcast, available on all major podcast platforms. Get Nancy's book The Thank-You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time. Get more from Nancy at DavisKho.com.    Mentioned in this episode:   Joe Chaffee, Editor Lori Caralis Consulting How Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain Harvard Medical School: In Praise of Gratitude  Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

If you're looking to feel more thankful or deepen your gratitude practice, this is the episode for you.  Did you know it's scientifically proven that expressing gratitude, especially through writing, actually rewires our brain to feel more happiness? <a href="https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0762468459/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&amp;camp=1789&amp;creative=9325&amp;creativeASIN=0762468459&amp;linkCode=as2&amp;tag=jackiemacd11-20&amp;linkId=e163583b02918dccd716f616097af163" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"></a> This is not anything new to Nancy Davis Kho, host of Midlife Mixtape podcast and author of <a href="https://amzn.to/2QVRx2U" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Thank You Project: </a><a href="https://amzn.to/2QVRx2U" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time</a>. As she approached a milestone birthday, she decided to send thank-you letters to the many people who had influenced her, helped her, and inspired her over the years: family, friends, mentors, teachers, co-workers, even a couple of former friends and exes. Emerging research proves that actively appreciating the formative people in your life, past and present, can lead to a lasting increase in your happiness levels. The Thank-you Project offers a charming, entertaining roadmap to see, say and savor your way there. About Nancy:  Nancy Davis Kho is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in the Washington Post, San Francisco Chronicle, US Magazine, The Rumpus, and The Toast. She's been recognized as a Voice of the Year in the Humor Category by BlogHer and was the inaugural champion of Oakland's Literary Death Match. She covers “the years between being hip and breaking one” at <a href="http://midlifemixtape.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">MidlifeMixtape.com</a> and on the Midlife Mixtape Podcast, available on all major podcast platforms. Get Nancy's book <a href="https://amzn.to/2QVRx2U" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">The Thank-You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time</a>. Get more from Nancy at <a href="http://www.daviskho.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">DavisKho.com</a>.   Mentioned in this episode:  <ul> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/joe.chaffee.18" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Joe Chaffee, Editor</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.facebook.com/LoriCaralisConsulting/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Lori Caralis Consulting</a></li> <li><a href="https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/how_gratitude_changes_you_and_your_brain" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">How Gratitude Changes You and Your Brain</a></li> <li><a href="https://www.health.harvard.edu/mind-and-mood/in-praise-of-gratitude" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Harvard Medical School: In Praise of Gratitude</a></li> </ul> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Would You Send Your Ex a Thank You Note?

Each week, I work extremely hard to connect women over 40 with experts and resources to help enhance your life, provide practical tools and maybe inspire and motivate you to create the best freaking life ever. It's also important to me that I share my own personal experiences and struggles, because I know if I'm struggling with it, maybe you are too.  This week, I had an amazing interview scheduled to share with you. And I will -- soon. But I've decided to live by example and make a decision that I desperately need, and may actually be a lesson you need to hear.  I'd love to hear from you. Is there something in your life you need to say "not today" to?    Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Each week, I work extremely hard to connect women over 40 with experts and resources to help enhance your life, provide practical tools and maybe inspire and motivate you to create the best freaking life ever. It's also important to me that I share my own personal experiences and struggles, because I know if I'm struggling with it, maybe you are too. <a href="http://fortythrive.com/podcast" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank"></a> This week, I had an amazing interview scheduled to share with you. And I will -- soon. But I've decided to live by example and make a decision that I desperately need, and may actually be a lesson you need to hear.  I'd love to hear from you. Is there something in your life you need to say "not today" to?  <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

A Quick 3-Minute Reminder

Are you ready to knock the fuzzy socks off the final days of 2019? Are you ready to kick some serious tail in 2020? If you answered yes, this episode is for you.  Let's do this! The days of running on autopilot are over, my friends. I am here to help you get really clear on living with intention. What you do with that information is completely up to you. In this episode, we're creating your own personal mission statement. I'm tellin' ya, this is a total game changer and can help you face tough decisions and overwhelm head on.  Get YOUR Personal Mission Statement right HERE! I promise you, if you do it, you will feel I promise you if you do it, you will feel more clear, more confident and definitely more joyful.  PS Don't miss our Forty Thrive first anniversary and holiday celebration!  In this amazing gift guide, I will feature one item each day. It could be something to make you feel good or look good or even move forward in your career, or even face hard times in a meaningful way. You will see what I'm talking about when we launch it. You will see what I'm talking about when we launched the gift guide. I have carefully curated this gift guide and each day you'll have the chance to win the item we feature. But here's the catch. You have to be in the Forty Thrive Facebook group to win. So if you're not in the They're already make it happen. It's free. It's private, and we're giving stuff away.  Don't forget to join us in the private and free Forty Thrive community on Facebook and share this episode with a friend. You know the one she's ready to make things happen, and together, we can help her. Until next time, take care and keep thriving. Now press that play button and let's get started!    Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Are you ready to knock the fuzzy socks off the final days of 2019? Are you ready to kick some serious tail in 2020? If you answered yes, this episode is for you.  Let's do this! The days of running on autopilot are over, my friends. I am here to help you get really clear on living with intention. What you do with that information is completely up to you. In this episode, we're creating your own personal mission statement. I'm tellin' ya, this is a total game changer and can help you face tough decisions and overwhelm head on.  <a href="https://jackie-macdougall.mykajabi.com/forms/293457" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Get YOUR Personal Mission Statement right HERE!</a> I promise you, if you do it, you will feel I promise you if you do it, you will feel more clear, more confident and definitely more joyful.  PS Don't miss our Forty Thrive first anniversary and holiday celebration!  <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/fortythrive" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"></a>In this amazing gift guide, I will feature one item each day. It could be something to make you feel good or look good or even move forward in your career, or even face hard times in a meaningful way. You will see what I'm talking about when we launch it. You will see what I'm talking about when we launched the gift guide. I have carefully curated this gift guide and each day you'll have the chance to win the item we feature. But here's the catch. You have to be in the Forty Thrive Facebook group to win. So if you're not in the They're already make it happen. It's free. It's private, and we're giving stuff away.  Don't forget to join us in the private and free Forty Thrive community on Facebook and share this episode with a friend. You know the one she's ready to make things happen, and together, we can help her. Until next time, take care and keep thriving. Now press that play button and let's get started! <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

6 Steps to Finish 2019 with Clarity, Confidence and Joy

Cathy Ladman

Mindy Sterling

Have you noticed this summer, we should be calling the show the Sixty Thrive podcast? Strong, smart women over 60 are amazing and I feel lucky to share two more badass broads in this week's episode. Cathy Ladman and Mindy Sterling are hilarious, brilliant — and close friends! So I got to travel to the beach in Santa Monica, CA to chat with them both. About our guests: Mindy Sterling is an actress and voice actress best known for her roles as Frau Farbissina in the Austin Powers films (hilarious), Principal Susan Skidmore on the Disney Channel series A.N.T. Farm, and Miss Francine Briggs on iCarly. Cathy Ladman has been seen in several films and TV shows including Mad Men, Curb Your Enthusiasm and Everybody Loves Raymond. She's been on the Tonight Show nine times and was the only female comic to appear on the last two of Johnny Carson’s "Tonight Show Anniversary” shows.  Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Have you noticed this summer, we should be calling the show the Sixty Thrive podcast? Strong, smart women over 60 are amazing and I feel lucky to share two more badass broads in this week's episode. Cathy Ladman and Mindy Sterling are hilarious, brilliant — and close friends! So I got to travel to the beach in Santa Monica, CA to chat with them both. About our guests: Mindy Sterling is an actress and voice actress best known for her roles as Frau Farbissina in the Austin Powers films (hilarious), Principal Susan Skidmore on the Disney Channel series A.N.T. Farm, and Miss Francine Briggs on iCarly. Cathy Ladman has been seen in several films and TV shows including Mad Men, Curb Your Enthusiasm and Everybody Loves Raymond. She's been on the Tonight Show nine times and was the only female comic to appear on the last two of Johnny Carson’s "Tonight Show Anniversary” shows. <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

Over 60 is Hilarious with Cathy Ladman and Mindy Sterling

If you spend any time online. you’ve probably witnessed a kerfuffle or two. Isn’t that a great word? As the leader of the Forty Thrive private FB group, it’s sometimes a delicate dance when moderating a group of strong, passionate women. And I'm not the only one. Elsie Escobar not only co-manages a group of 13,000 women, she's the community manager at my favorite podcast host, Libsyn. She's as passionate as I am about helping women find their superpowers and share it with the world. As a leader in the online space, we're sometimes subjected to some not-so-happy people. In this episode, I share a scenario I witnessed and how Elsie broke allllll the usual rules of the internet with her response to an angry post. Click here to download... Mentioned in this episode: Forty Thrive Episode 12 (with Elsie) Day One App FRIENDS! The Musical Parody Get 20% OFF* Select Main Floor Tickets (Regularly $65, $45)Available performances: July 16 - August 1st Sunday - Thursday evenings only Use code: ROSSANDRACHEL Meet Our Guest:  Elsie Escobar is a die-hard podcast junkie who lives, breathes and works the medium, and has since 2006. Elsie Escobar co-runs the largest community for women in podcasting with a corresponding podcast (of course) called She Podcasts. Their sole mission is to empower women to continue to share their voices while creating a safe community of podcasting education and support. Elsie was one of the first female indie podcasters using audio to teach yoga. Elsie’s Yoga Class has now been downloaded over 4 million times! Elsie has the unique perspective and expertise of a podcast listener, independent podcast producer, and podcasting industry analyst/personality. You can find Elsie online on FB, Twitter and IG @elsieescobar and check out Elsie's NEW podcast Sobre Podcasting.Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

If you spend any time online. you’ve probably witnessed a kerfuffle or two. Isn’t that a great word? As the leader of the <a href="http://facebook.com/groups/fortythrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Forty Thrive private FB group</a>, it’s sometimes a delicate dance when moderating a group of strong, passionate women. And I'm not the only one. Elsie Escobar not only co-manages a group of 13,000 women, she's the community manager at my favorite podcast host, Libsyn. She's as passionate as I am about helping women find their superpowers and share it with the world. As a leader in the online space, we're sometimes subjected to some not-so-happy people. In this episode, I share a scenario I witnessed and how Elsie broke allllll the usual rules of the internet with her response to an angry post. <a href="http://traffic.libsyn.com/fortythrive/FortyThrivePodcast_Ep31_ElsieEscobar.mp3" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Click here to download...</a> Mentioned in this episode: <a href="http://fortythrive.com/episode12" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Forty Thrive Episode 12 (with Elsie)</a> <a href="../../../dayoneapp.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Day One App</a> <a href="https://www.centertheatregroup.org/promo?code=ROSSANDRACHEL" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">FRIENDS! The Musical Parody</a> Get 20% OFF* Select Main Floor Tickets (Regularly $65, $45)Available performances: July 16 - August 1st Sunday - Thursday evenings only Use code: ROSSANDRACHEL Meet Our Guest:  <a href="http://elsieescobar.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Elsie Escobar</a> is a die-hard podcast junkie who lives, breathes and works the medium, and has since 2006. Elsie Escobar co-runs the largest community for women in podcasting with a corresponding podcast (of course) called <a href="http://shepodcasts.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">She Podcasts</a>. Their sole mission is to empower women to continue to share their voices while creating a safe community of podcasting education and support. Elsie was one of the first female indie podcasters using audio to teach yoga. <a href="https://itunes.apple.com/us/podcast/elsies-yoga-class-l-inspiration-l-alignment-l-connection/id181891173?mt=2" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Elsie’s Yoga Class</a> has now been downloaded over 4 million times! Elsie has the unique perspective and expertise of a podcast listener, independent podcast producer, and podcasting industry analyst/personality. You can find Elsie online on FB, Twitter and IG @elsieescobar and check out Elsie's NEW podcast <a href="http://sobrepodcasting.libsyn.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Sobre Podcasting</a>.<a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

How to Act Like a Grown Ass Woman

It's the episode 40 episodes in the making. At this age and stage of life, we know it's important to celebrate the little things. So we've created a show all about YOU -- the listener. Several Forty Thrive listeners stepped up and spoke out about their favorite episodes. Take a listen! Huge thanks to actor Andrew Bowen for the awesome Keanu Reeves and Chris Hemsworth impressions. We ladies over 40 reeeeally appreciate it.  And a huge thanks to our Thrive Tribe for making these episodes happen every week, especially editors Joe Chaffee and Jeff MacDougall. You are loved and appreciated!    Featured Listeners:   Lisa Malcom   Julie Sgroi   Kristen Stevens   Diane Harrises   Lori Caralis   Dawn Marie Bornheimer   Julie Neale   Linda Locke     Episodes mentioned:    The Value of Vulnerability with Amy Porterfield   For Messy and Imperfect People Only with Leigh Koechner   Thriving Through Transitions with Nancy Karas   The Heart of Entrepreneurship with Katie Krimitsos   From Bachelorette to Business Badass with Moana Dixon (Part 1)   Life After the Bachelor with Moana Dixon (Part 2)   How to Act Like a Grownass Woman with Elsie Escobar   Over 60 is Hilarious with Cathy Ladman and Mindy Sterling Support the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

It's the episode 40 episodes in the making. At this age and stage of life, we know it's important to celebrate the little things. So we've created a show all about YOU -- the listener. Several Forty Thrive listeners stepped up and spoke out about their favorite episodes. Take a listen! Huge thanks to actor <a href="http://www.theandrewbowen.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" target="_blank">Andrew Bowen</a> for the awesome Keanu Reeves and Chris Hemsworth impressions. We ladies over 40 reeeeally appreciate it.  And a huge thanks to our Thrive Tribe for making these episodes happen every week, especially editors Joe Chaffee and Jeff MacDougall. You are loved and appreciated! <h2>Featured Listeners:</h2> <a href="https://www.kickintheyes.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lisa Malcom</a> <a href="https://www.facebook.com/juliemaptomagic/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julie Sgroi</a> Kristen Stevens Diane Harrises <a href="https://loricaralisconsulting.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Lori Caralis</a> <a href="https://www.dawninspires.com/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Dawn Marie Bornheimer</a> <a href="http://mothersquest.com/community" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Julie Neale</a> Linda Locke <h2>Episodes mentioned: </h2> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode19/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Value of Vulnerability with Amy Porterfield</a> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode10/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">For Messy and Imperfect People Only with Leigh Koechner</a> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode11/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Thriving Through Transitions with Nancy Karas</a> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode18/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Heart of Entrepreneurship with Katie Krimitsos</a> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode22/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">From Bachelorette to Business Badass with Moana Dixon (Part 1)</a> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode23/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Life After the Bachelor with Moana Dixon (Part 2)</a> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode31/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">How to Act Like a Grownass Woman with Elsie Escobar</a> <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode35/" rel="noreferrer noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Over 60 is Hilarious with Cathy Ladman and Mindy Sterling</a> <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

40 Episodes of the Forty Thrive Podcast!

Are you ready to actively cash in on life’s lessons? Are you ready to own your special brand of crazy? Rocki Howard, founder of Grown Woman Life, is here to show us how to do just that. In this episode, we talk: • The core principals of Grown Woman Life • How finding your “complementary crazy” comrades makes all the difference • Why impact means nothing if it’s not combined with this Guest: Rocki Howard is a Senior Leader for a global recruitment process outsourcing firm by day. She has interviewed thousands of people in the span of her 30 year recruitment career. She has certifications in project management, HR and lean methodologies. During the day her love for people’s special brands of crazy have translated into her being named Global Manager of the Year and being acknowledged as one of the top 100 Global Minority Executives by EmPower 2 years running. Rocki’s passion around empowering women has resulted in her launching the Grown Woman Life platform where her mission is to highlight, engage, educate and inspire bold, brilliant, badass professional women over 40 with the goal of changing the narrative on what it means to be a professional woman over 40. Register for The Confident Woman Rising Summit! Learn from 16 leading experts, what it really takes to reclaim your health, your happiness and your confidence after 40. Support Forty Thrive: Visit our Patreon page for more info Mentioned in this episode:  The Reason You're Broke with Denise Duffield ThomasSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

Are you ready to actively cash in on life’s lessons? Are you ready to own your special brand of crazy? Rocki Howard, founder of Grown Woman Life, is here to show us how to do just that. In this episode, we talk: • The core principals of <a href="https://grownwomanlife.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Grown Woman Life</a> • How finding your “complementary crazy” comrades makes all the difference • Why impact means nothing if it’s not combined with this Guest: Rocki Howard is a Senior Leader for a global recruitment process outsourcing firm by day. She has interviewed thousands of people in the span of her 30 year recruitment career. She has certifications in project management, HR and lean methodologies. During the day her love for people’s special brands of crazy have translated into her being named Global Manager of the Year and being acknowledged as one of the top 100 Global Minority Executives by EmPower 2 years running. Rocki’s passion around empowering women has resulted in her launching the Grown Woman Life platform where her mission is to highlight, engage, educate and inspire bold, brilliant, badass professional women over 40 with the goal of changing the narrative on what it means to be a professional woman over 40. <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a3c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Register for The Confident Woman Rising Summit! Learn from 16 leading experts, what it really takes to reclaim your health, your happiness and your confidence after 40.</a> Support Forty Thrive: <a href="http://patreon.com/fortythrive" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Visit our Patreon page for more info</a> Mentioned in this episode:  <a href="https://www.fortythrive.com/episode59/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Reason You're Broke with Denise Duffield Thomas</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

How to Be Bold, Brilliant and Badass Over 40

 Are you ready to make your next chapter your BEST chapter?                 Courtney Townley is here to help you do just that! In fact, she's taking it a step further and invites you to the Confident Women Rising Summit, a FREE online event happening April 20-24. Learn from 16 leading experts, what it really takes to reclaim your health, your happiness and your confidence after 40. Register HERE.              SPECIAL OFFER: Get the Confident Women Rising Backstage Pass A backstage pass to this event grants you access to all of the video interviews, audio files, and additional bonus materials so you can go through them at your own pace once the event begins on April 20th. (Only $34 thru 4/22!) Get it HERE!   Mentioned in this episode: Confidence CodeSupport the showLet's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on Facebook and Instagram.If you like what you hear, consider buying me a coffee! 

<h2> Are you ready to make your next chapter your BEST chapter?</h2> Courtney Townley is here to help you do just that! In fact, she's taking it a step further and invites you to the <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a3c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Confident Women Rising Summit</a>, a FREE online event happening April 20-24. Learn from 16 leading experts, what it really takes to reclaim your health, your happiness and your confidence after 40. <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a3c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Register HERE</a>.    SPECIAL OFFER: <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a4c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Get the Confident Women Rising Backstage Pass</a> A backstage pass to this event grants you access to all of the video interviews, audio files, and additional bonus materials so you can go through them at your own pace once the event begins on April 20th. (Only $34 thru 4/22!) <a href="https://rumbleandrise.com/~access/a4c185f/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Get it HERE!</a>   Mentioned in this episode: <a href="https://amzn.to/2RHG9qS" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Confidence Code</a><a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="payment nofollow" target="_blank">Support the show</a>Let's Connect! The Grown-Ass Woman's Guide is on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/grownasswoman.guide" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Facebook </a>and <a href="https://www.instagram.com/grownasswoman.guide/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Instagram</a>. If you like what you hear, consider <a href="https://www.buymeacoffee.com/grownasswoman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">buying me a coffee! </a>

How to Ignite Confidence over 40

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