91. Midlife Women and Alcohol: Is It Time to Rethink Your Relationship?
Release Date: 06/13/2024
101. My Midlife Wishes For You
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It's hard to say goodbye, so I won't. I'll just tell you what this podcast has meant to me over the past 100-plus episodes, and my hopes for you as you navigate the rest of midlife and beyond. Full show notes available at .
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100. Reboot Your Midlife Health
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Are you ready to take stock of your health and feel terrific? Whether you’re coming off a lazy holiday, or you just haven’t been feeling like yourself and want to reclaim your mojo, this episode is for you. Naturopathic doctor Lisa Brent is in the house, and we’re talking about how right now is the perfect time for a wellness check. An expert in helping women navigate their menopausal years, Lisa understands that your body is changing during midlife, and what worked before in terms of nutrition, exercise and sleep may no longer be working for you—especially if you’re in the throes of...
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99. Have Fun With Fashion At Any Age
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Fashion is an emotion-driven pleasure that you should be able to enjoy at any age. It can be easier said than done, though, with culture trying to dictate what you should (and should not) be wearing, and your body changing in a way that can make shopping a tad more challenging. According to my guest on this episode, stylist and pro-age influencer Rasmit (Roz) Kaur, a woman is never too old to cultivate and flaunt her own style. Roz, who is the epitome of ageless style and class, says you reserve the right to express yourself through your wardrobe at absolutely any age—and have a great time...
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98. Catch the Midlife Travel Bug
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Have you been dreaming of traveling the world or, at the very least, finally embarking on that once-in-a-lifetime vacation? It's no wonder many midlifers have travel on the brain, with empty nests and more freedom on the horizon, or just plain old wanderlust kicking in. My guest on this episode decided to leave her life and her job as a consultant behind for an entire year to travel solo. Natasha Augustine says anyone can do what she's doing, with a little planning and saving, and the experience can be life changing. So, whatever kind of travel you're yearning for, this episode is for you....
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97. The Only Way Out Is Through
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Have you ever been in a dark place? That’s not too unusual, especially in midlife. But I’ll bet your first instinct is to try to snap out of it, as quickly as possible, so you can be there for the people in your life. Or present a rosy picture to the world. Well, on this episode I’m gonna make a case for allowing yourself to feel crappy, at least once in a while. I’m gonna tell you why you’re not alone in feeling crappy. And then, yes, I’m going to share some of my best tips for getting through those tough times. The first step is giving yourself permission to experience the pain...
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96. Connect With Your Young-Adult Child
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If you've got a kid over 18—whether they're heading to college, living on their own, or still under your roof—your relationship with them is evolving. Some of the changes might be great, and some might be confusing or difficult to navigate. It can be hard knowing your child doesn't need you as much as they once did, or perhaps needs you too much. It can be challenging to communicate or offer guidance without pushing them away. Or maybe you're wondering how to stay close and support them as their life goes in a new direction. Whatever your current relationship with your young-adult child,...
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95. Bank On a Prosperous Retirement
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We all want to retire happily, with good health and enough money in the bank to carry us through our golden years. We have no qualms openly discussing the health and happiness part, but when it comes to the money bit, we often keep things to ourselves. But according to my guest on this episode, a financial advisor who helps women navigate their finances so they can retire on their own terms, we need to start talking about money now. Iris Krause and I do just that, diving into the topic of personal finance and helping you prepare for the future. You'll learn how to make the most of your money,...
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93. The Pleasure Principle Part 1 of 2
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Sex in midlife. It can get complicated, and many questions and concerns can arise. Well, if you want answers, these two episodes—a special roundup of some of the best conversations I’d had with experts working in the fields of sexual intimacy and health—have got you covered. These pros, who have appeared on some of the 90-plus past episodes of the More Beautiful Podcast, are making it their mission to help you strengthen your midlife relationships, get more joy and passion in your life, and tap into your sensuality well into old age. If that sounds good to you (and I know it does), you...
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94. The Pleasure Principle Part 2 of 2
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Sex in midlife. It can get complicated, and many questions and concerns can arise. Well, if you want answers, these two episodes—a special roundup of some of the best conversations I’d had with experts working in the fields of sexual intimacy and health—have got you covered. These pros, who have appeared on some of the 90-plus past episodes of the More Beautiful Podcast, are making it their mission to help you strengthen your midlife relationships, get more joy and passion in your life, and tap into your sensuality well into old age. If that sounds good to you (and I know it does), you...
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92. How to Experience More Joy & Pleasure (Even In Tough Times)
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We all want to be happy. To experience unbridled joy and live in the moment. To laugh and play and get out of our heads and into our bodies more often. But it’s easier said than done when you’re a grownup, right? Add the curveballs that midlife can throw your way, and it’s downright challenging. In this solo episode, I’m talking about how you can get some of that good stuff back into your life. How you can open yourself up to experiencing more pleasure, no matter how busy you are and what hardships you may be facing. And how you can start feeling more joyful and playful, right now,...
info_outlineDrinking is a huge part of our culture and so engrained in the way we socialize, entertain and relax. So much so that it's hard to imagine a couple glasses of wine or a cocktail doing us any real harm. The fact is, a lot of midlifers—especially women around menopause—begin experiencing an intolerance to alcohol or no longer liking the way it makes them feel. And just when we thought some types of alcohol offer health benefits, some of that research is now being called into question. On this episode, functional nutritionist Teri Patterson, a sobriety and mindful drinking coach, helps you sort through the confusion. She debunks some of the most common myths associated with drinking, and explains how alcohol affects your body and health—so you can make more informed choices about your drinking habits.
In this thought-provoking discussion, Teri and I chat about:
- The reasons she "broke up" with alcohol a few years ago, and why she's on a mission to help people understand the impacts of alcohol consumption
- The multitude of ways our culture encourages social drinking
- When and why women's uptake of alcohol consumption started to increase
- How alcohol affects you biologically and the risks associated with its consumption
- Why even light drinking may be associated with certain health risks
- How alcohol particularly affects women in midlife—especially those navigating menopause and other hormonal changes—and why you may be experiencing more side effects these days after having only one or two drinks
- What an "alcohol break" looks like and how it can be beneficial for anyone, even a light drinker
- How to determine whether or not alcohol is serving you, and what to do if you decide to cut back or stop altogether
- How to know if you have a problem with alcohol, or if someone close to you does
Full show notes available at Morebeautifulproject.com.