The SECOND HALF LAB: Where Your Second Half Is Your Best Half!

Although 'New Year New You' initially offers a great burst of focus and motivation, more often, it creates a toxic inner environment that includes shame, disappointment and sense of powerlessness.

In today's episode, Linda peels back the layers and puts a spotlight on what many motivational gurus are unwilling to speak of! She outlines how the 'New Year New You' model [in and of itself] is naturally toxic yet can cause YOU to personalize!  It can be the culprit for quitting, avoiding, procrastinating and believing its just another 'same ole' year'.

She introduces you to a better way that she [as well as her clients] adopted: BE HER NOW!  BE HER NOW promotes more peace, energy and fun -- as well as actualization of your goals and desires -- throughout the year!

TAKEAWAYS:

• New Year New You [in and of itself] is toxic in that it:
  • Causes you to wait and waste time that is meant for YOU!
  • Causes you to deny your past self!
  • Causes you to feel shameful and disappointed -- lowering your self esteem.
  • Causes you to give your power away!
• The antidote for New Year New You toxicity is BE HER NOW!

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Have you every found yourself wishing you were in the future? That place where you're going to certainly feel more confident, courageous, safe, peaceful, excited?

No longer do you need for your circumstance to change to experience some of the more pleasant feelings you desire!

No longer do you need to wait for a new year, milestone birthday, weight loss achievement or the kids to move out to feel what you want to feel!

In this episode, Linda shares how you can use your future self to feel better NOW!

Takeaways:

1. Instead of waiting, BE HER NOW.
2. What your [future self] is feeling is available to you right now!
3. Practice asking your [future self] questions and operate from her NOW:
   1. How would my future self behave?
   2. How can I make my future self proud?
   3. What would my future self say to me right now?

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Feeling ALIVE is more readily and abundantly available to you than happiness! And, its available to you right now!

In this episode, Linda shares with you how you can easily access it and stop chasing happiness.  She goes into the depths of activating your aliveness through your identity, intentionality and impact!

Takeaways: 

• Life is 50/50, Aliveness is more readily available than happiness!
• Aliveness is an antidote for depression, powerlessness and feeling stuck!
• Aliveness requires more BEING and less DOING!
• Aliveness can be easily sparked in you with focus on your 3 I’s: Identity, Intentionality, Impact!
• Aliveness is at the edge of your comfort zone!

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To your surprise,  you will learn the ways in which you ARE qualified for what your soul is desiring in this phase of life!

Your brain can so freely and quickly disqualify you (counts you out) because its job is to keep you safe. When it begins to feel uncomfortable, it pulls back to comfort.  It follows the path to familiarity!

In this episode, Linda shares renewed perspectives for which you are actually QUALIFIED and how to pave a new path for your brain to follow. This will allow you to slow your roll on doubting and shaming yourself and heighten your courage, confidence and consistency so you can experience fulfillment! It will help you shift from yo-yoing to consistency with ease and more fun!

Takeaways:

• If the desire is in your heart, its meant for YOU!
• Your EXPERIENCE matters!
• God uses broken people to serve HIS purposes!
• It's not your current circumstance that qualifies you, its WHO you are that qualifies you!

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 Entering the empty nest phase can present many unanswered questions as well as many unwelcomed feelings.

In her 9 year journey as an empty nester, Linda has learned to navigate in a way that benefits herself [and her son] especially in the areas of self-discovery, adult child relationship and personal transformation.  It is her desire to shorten your learning curve as well as the length of suffering you may experience by presenting this 'cheat sheet'!

In this episode, Linda shares with you lessons [answers] to elevating yourself to a more neutral, desirable feeling when experiencing empty nest sadness, loneliness, doubt, fear and/or uncertainty -- and welcoming a feeling of more empty nest peace, excitement and curiosity!

Takeaways:

1. Missing your child is OK!
   • Allowing yourself to feel the 'feelz' without judgment or playing 'victim' [as I did] shortens the suffering!
2. Self-discovery IS scary!
   • Your doubts and fears are normal yet the unwrapping of YOU is magical!
3. You still make a difference!
   • They actually DO pay attention! You continue to make an impact in their life by how you LIVE yours!

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A breath of fresh air on dating in midlife from a man who isn't looking to impress you but join you in navigating shifts in midlife -- including dating!

Advanced Adulting creator Bradley Richardson breaks down some dating myths that really don't apply to this phase of your life including the idea that you must reinvent yourself first.  He shares why this approach doesn't work and why REdiscovery does!  He unveils the 'how to' around knowing more of who you are and what you desire in order to attract more of what you want in a partner!

With his NO BS approach, he eases the mystery [and suffering] of midlife dating with golden nuggets that you can put into practice right now!

Some NO BS dating takeaways from this fun conversation with Bradley:

1. What's right for you is what's right in THIS moment!
2. If someone tells you what they want [or don't want], BELIEVE THEM!
3. Don't be so quick to check off the boxes. Ask follow up questions!
4. All those you meet aren't 10s -- and that's ok! Try it all on for size!
5. Don't engage in a virtual threesome by talking about your ex!
6. Stop opting for a pen pal!
7. Seek a connection, not a partner. That's where you'll shine AND attract more of what you want!

Bradley Richardson is the creator of Advanced Adulting, where he coaches and creates content to help “grown ass” adults navigate the shifts and changes of midlife. He is a 5x best-selling author, speaker, coach, and executive who has been featured in The Wall Street Journal, Rolling Stone, on Good Morning America, NPR  and more. A fifty something, 5th Generation Texan, and single father of 3 grown kids, he lives in Dallas, Texas.

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Subconsciously, we are all living by rules.  But are the rules that lead your life YOUR rules? Are they rules that support what you want to feel and experience in this second half?

In this episode, Linda shares some of the rules she lives by in her second half.  Rules that encourage aliveness, excitement, peace and freedom in her life.  

Feel free to adopt them or, if nothing more, allow this discussion to be the spark in exploring which rules are currently leading your life [trash the ones that don't serve you] AND create ones that support what YOU want to feel and experience going forward!

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Many gurus don't talk about what we're going to talk about here today! Why? Because there isn't a lot of attraction and fun in thinking that we must sacrifice in order to have what we want in this second half!

BUT it's in these required sacrifices, that when you begin to experience the discomfort of them, your risk of pulling back from your dream greatly increases. 

In this episode, I want to introduce you to these two sacrifices [what they look like, how they feels and why they shows up] so that as you continue to align to your desires, you'll now know what is happening and be prepared to continue your wild adventure!

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I think we all can agree that freedom is an incredible gift, and in that, I want to thank all of you who serve(d) to protect our flag! THANK YOU!

In today's episode, I share with you the benefits of igniting your INNER FREEDOM! 

Freedom of  igniting more of the woman you are at your soul level [verses living in your past or in 'shoulds']!

Freedom of living in your power [verses living in your circumstances]!

Freedom of feeling worthy [verses waiting for outer validation]!

I take you on the journey of releasing what you don't want in order to spark all that you do want in your second half!

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Excited to share our new look!

Not much has changed though! I will still bring you inspo, interviews, and real life transformation from women just like you who are now living their SECOND HALF more fulfilled than ever!!

What has changed is our community of sisterhood! The term 'midlife' led some women to believe they didn't belong amongst us because they were outside of the 'middle' [according to life expectancy].  Our community serves women in their 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s, 80s and even 90s!! Women in their SECOND HALF of life!

Often we fear getting it wrong and in todays episode, I share my journey of evolving in delivering this podcast and why it required realignment! And more importantly, how aligning and realigning is simply part of the adventure -- and not to be feared!

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A relationship with a narcissist can leave you with low self -esteem, a negative body image, feeling of not being or doing good enough, financially paralyzed, etc.

But in todays episode, Tina Torres gives hope and power to you through her story of climbing out of an abusive, narcissistic marriage using daily gratitude!  No matter your circumstance, this story of resilience, perseverance and resourcefulness is sure to empower you in your rise!

Just four years ago, Tina's circumstance was filled with abuse, homelessness, and rejection.   

Today, Tina Torres is a force to be reckoned with in the book writing and publishing industry. With a proven track record of success, she has established herself as one of the most sought-after self-publishing experts in the business. As the CEO and Founder of Pink Door Marketing Agency, Tina has helped countless writers navigate the often-complicated world of book publishing, from writing and editing to marketing and promotion.

In addition to her work as a marketing expert, Tina is also a highly respected author in her own right. Her books, The Gratitude Journal and Beyond Gratitude, have both achieved #1 bestseller status, earning Tina the recognition of being a two-time bestselling author. Her books are a testament to her passion for helping others, as they provide practical tools and insights for cultivating gratitude and positivity in everyday life.

Tina's expertise and lived experience have made her a sought-after coach and speaker as well. She has been recognized as a Woman of Influence by Success Magazine for her outstanding contributions to the industry. She is a talk show host and a global speaker, inspiring audiences around the world with her message of positivity, resilience, and self-empowerment.

Tina is based in Atlanta, Georgia, where she lives with her family. She is a firm believer in the power of gratitude, and she is committed to living an attitude of gratitude herself. Through her work, Tina is helping to transform the lives of countless individuals, empowering them to share their own stories and create a lasting impact in the world. Whether you're a seasoned writer or a first-time author, Tina Torres is the expert you need to take your book to the next level.

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Navigating a new relationship with your adult child(ren) can have its challenges and can leave you feeling alone at times, yet it offers opportunity for you to spread your wings as well!

In todays episode, we discuss your role within empty nesting, grandparenting and relationships with significant others as well as how to embrace the changes in your identity as you journey through.

I'm excited for you to hear perspectives from women who are experiencing [or about to experience] these changes so that you are able to navigate with a more peace  and enjoyment!

Our special guests are: Margo (mom of 2 girls; grandma); Rachael (single mom to a son now living in Boston); Kathy (mom of 4; 2 empty nested). These beautiful ladies share REAL conversation with you so buckle up!  It will be a fun ride!

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Sometimes the outside story is very different from the inside story!

In today's episode, my client and very special friend Dr. Kristi shares with you her 4 year journey to reclaiming her voice and identity after a divorce. Her message is clear: 1. you're not alone and 2. regardless of your circumstance, you too can win back your life!

If you're feeling low self-esteem and/or confused as to what's next for you after a divorce (or feelings of brokenness), this is for you!  Or, if you desire inspiration for what is still possible after 50, this is for you!

If you want to connect with Kristi, you can find her here:
https://www.facebook.com/kmendozaaud

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You may be like many of us who think we have the answer to the question, 'Who Am I?' yet often its an illusion.  From ego, you may find it easy to rattle off titles or labels (mom, financial advisor, football mom, etc.) yet its from the source of who you truly are -- your soul -- do you ever really answer this question.

In today's episode, I'm going to share with you the benefits you may experience if you choose to go on this journey of self-discovery. You will be better equipped to make a decision if exploring your identity is what you've been missing -- you will be pleasantly surprised!  

These empowering, fulfilling benefits were the cornerstone to my transformation and fulfillment today. I believe they will be for you as well! 

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In living your best midlife+ years -- whether you're in your 40s, 50s, 60s or beyond -- I outlined the 3 modes we live in: coasting, chasing and curiosity mode.  
Coasting -- 'This is as good as it gets for me; I'll see how it goes from here on out!
Chasing -- 'I'm a junkie needing a 'feel good' fix ... NOW!'
Curiosity -- my favorite -- 'I'm on an adventure to discover and ignite more of the woman I am -- and desire to become!'
In this episode, we discuss each mode in greater detail so that you gain clarity for which one is best for what you desire to experience in this midlife phase!

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Without noticing, we can be lead our lives with 'shoulds' and be left to wonder whos life we're actually living!
In this episode, you will have the tools to [stop should'ing on yourself!]:
'I Should do what they want.'; 'I Should just be grateful.'; 'I Should be in a better place by this age.'; 'I Should look or be like her.'
You'll learn how to trade your 'shoulds' for decisions made with your soul in mind for a more fulfilled, meaningful and energized midlife!

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Wonders of 'What's Next? What's my Purpose Now?' can keep us feeling trapped in our overthinking and, simply, feeling stuck. In this feeling, we often surrender to the 'I'll just wait and see.' or hope for the best.

Today, I introduce to you 4 simple ways to immediately gain clarity around what it is you desire your next chapter to look like and begin to design it on purpose -- with purpose!

This next chapter by-design approach will bring you greater fulfillment and help you to confidently expand into the woman you're meant to be in this midlife phase!

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Events in your life [experiences from the past] can often leave you to feel disempowered.  You can experience suffering long after a divorce, loss, bankruptcy, empty nest, etc.  Almost as if you're stuck to feel this way for a lifetime because you can't change the event.
You can't change the event, yet you hold the power to change the story attached to the event -- the story that is causing your suffering.
See, when you are in pain (feeling rejected, not good enough, unworthy or attaching titles to yourself such as failure, imposter, weak woman), you may think that is what you're left with and it's simply not true!  Your subconscious is simply creating a story [meaning to the event] AND making it about you!
Yet, there are 3 [separate] players here.  You are NOT your story!
In today's episode, you will learn a simple way of freeing yourself from this suffering and start living more of the life -- more of the woman you're meant to become!
I will introduce to you the 3 players in determining how you feel after you experience an event -- and the player that is most powerful: YOU, the writer of your story!
You will learn how powerful you are in rewriting your story to make you feel more confident, empowered and alive starting today!

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When I ask my clients, 'What is in your way of how you want to feel?', the answer is often 'me' with a 'BUT ...'.
From here they share all the things outside of themselves [circumstances, people, job, money, etc.] that need to change so they feel better!
It's not all our fault. We were conditioned to live this way!
Yet, in this episode, you will learn a NEW way to live your life -- living from the [INSIDE OUT]! You will reclaim your power and begin experiencing greater peace, happiness, confidence and fulfillment. 
And the Bonus? You can feel that NOW -- you no longer have to wait for a circumstance [or a person] to change!

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After years of feeling a nudge for more, Lois could no longer ignore her inner desire to experience true fulfillment!  After attempting to seek it for over 30 years through her corporate career, she realized that no new title, money offer or cozy retirement package was going to satisfy her craving for a meaningful midlife!

In this powerful story of transitioning from Corporate America to Entrepreneurship at the age of 55, you will be inspired by Lois' new approach to unwrapping the fulfillment that was waiting for her! With transparency, she also shares lessons from her adventure in order to gift you greater confidence for responding to your inner nudge! 

Here's where you can connect with Lois Connolly St. Germaine:

https://loisstgermaine.com/

https://Instagram.com/loisconnollystgermaine

https://www.facebook.com/lois.connolly.stgermaine

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