Unapologetic @ 50

Welcome to Unapologetic @ 50, Its time to celebrate being half of a hundred! This is an uncapped community special guest will share their life's journey and expertise, providing skills and techniques to help you create a new Midlife Narrative. Unlimited conversations on the past, present and future of women nearing or in their 50's. Are you ready to step out and achieve your dreams, aspirations and hearts desires? Join us and tell a friend.

22. There is Power in your Story with Leia Baez 05/31/2022

21. Sisters Changing the Conversation About Anxiety with Abbe Greenberg & Maggie Sarachek 05/19/2022

21. Sisters Changing the Conversation About Anxiety with Abbe Greenberg & Maggie Sarachek May is Mental Health Awareness Month! A time to raise awareness of those living with mental illness, especially ANXIETY. Whether you realize it or not, mental health plays a big role in your overall well-being. In recognition of Mental Awareness Month, I invited Maggie and Abbie (known as the anxiety sisters) to talk about Mental Health. We're raising awareness of the impact of anxiey on our mental health and the practical steps we can take to address it. Topics Discussed: How to deal suffering in silence Advantages of a having a support system Symptoms of anxiety disorder The importance of relaxation technique Cultural aspects of anxiety disorders Understanding neurotransmitter in anxiety and depression Anxiety disorder treatment and medications How hormones affect anxiety and what we can do about it Menopause and your mental wellbeing Does vitamins can help with anxiety and depression Breathing exercise for anxiety And so much more! About Abbe Greenberg: Abbe Greenberg started talking at nine months old and hasn’t stopped since. She has gotten two degrees in the communication field as well as a certificate in Adult Education and a Masters in Fine Arts in Creative Writing. In addition to her more than 25-year career as a professor, Abbe has served as a divorce mediator, a Myers-Briggs trainer, a motivational speaker and a communication consultant as well as a teacher development coordinator for several educational institutions. When she is not teaching, writing, researching, or panicking, she spends time with her Anxiety Sister (Maggie), her anxious husband, her three anxious kids and her two anxious cats. About Maggie Sarachek: Maggie Sarachek is interested in both counseling and teaching people to find strength through community. As a social worker in a New York City high school, she specialized in the development of youth leadership as well as counseling individuals and families. Maggie has also worked as a special-education advocate, helping families to access services for their children and teens. She became a full-fledged Anxiety Sister in her mid-twenties while dealing with debilitating anxiety attacks. Since becoming an Anxiety Sister, she has become the wife of an anxious husband and the mother of two anxious kids proving that anxiety is, indeed, contagious. Featured in the Episode: Book: The Anxiety Sisters' Survival Guide: How You Can Become More Hopeful, Connected, and Happy. For Mental Health Awareness Month, anyone who purchases Abby and Maggie’s book in May will receive a link to a FREE live webinar in our Zoom room! You can order the book on this link: Connect with Abby and Maggie: Instagram: Facebook: Website: Twitter: Stay Connected with Sharon: Beautiful Curves 365- Accountability Coaching Instagram: Facebook: Website: Unapologetic@50 Podcast Inquiries Instagram: Email: /episode/index/show/themidlifeexperience/id/23164058

20.Connecting to Self through Yoga and Meditation with Heather Ivany 02/10/2022

20.Connecting to Self through Yoga and Meditation with Heather Ivany Yoga and meditation have both become increasingly popular nowadays. They’ve been used as an alternative form of exercise to keep the mind and body healthy and happy. For this episode, Sharon had the opportunity to chat with Heather Ivany to talk about some tips and different strategies people used, including yoga and meditation. Listen now to find out what exactly these techniques are and how they can benefit overall health. About Heather Ivany: Heather Ivany is a holistic practitioner and teacher of yoga, meditation, prayer and akashic reading. For over 20 years, I have led teacher training, workshops, classes, and retreats. She was first drawn to explore the illuminative world of yoga through meditation and prayer which cultivated a passion to delve into the many facets of this ancient practice. Her teaching works within the framework of our daily lives. Heather appreciates that every moment is an opportunity to understand ourselves and press the parameters of our growth and feel into the sparkling vastness all around. She also believes that “Our strength should not act as a shield but rather give power to open our hearts and encourage compassion and integrity to spread into our lives and communities”. Episode Sponsor: Click to learn more about our sponsor Kindra, the radical self-care company that makes estrogen-free essentials thoughtfully designed to relieve the symptoms of the menopausal journey. Take the to prepare for and manage your body’s natural hormonal shifts. And use promo code Unapologetic @20 to receive 20% off your first order or subscription! Featured in the Episode: Join the online mediation course designed to support your navigation of meditation and the challenges of life with more fluidity and grace. Click the link: and use the code UNAPOLOGETIC to get a 25% off discount! Connect with Nicole: Instagram: Website: Stay Connected with Sharon: Instagram: or Facebook: Website: Email: /episode/index/show/themidlifeexperience/id/22090169

19. The Journey of Dating and a Blended Family with Nicole Odom-Hardnett 01/28/2022

19. The Journey of Dating and a Blended Family with Nicole Odom-Hardnett Research shows that online dating is on the rise and it appears to be a practical way to date for most people. Instead of dating in person in an old school manner, people often rely on dating sites or apps to find a new partner. While there are many advantages to online dating, there are still some issues related to it. Are you looking for love online? Is online dating worth it? Find out more as Sharon invited Nicole, an expert in blended family dynamics and relationships, and together they discussed the following: How to stay safe when dating online Why it's healthy to reflect on your past relationships Building friendship - the first approach to dating How Nicole transitioned into a blended family The importance of self awareness to find dating success Why Communication is the key to a long term relationship And so much more! About Nicole Odom-Hardnett: Nicole Odom-Hardnett is an author, entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and an expert in blended family dynamics and relationships. She's living the experience of a blended household with her husband (Thomas Hardnett, Jr.), and seven (7) beautiful yet very different adult children, and one (1) grandchild. She started her entrepreneurial pursuit as the founder of Focus Point Solutions (2010); Initially founded as a transitional housing facility, its chain of transitional projects has grown into Outpatient Substance Abuse Treatment Programs and Mental Health Centers with four (4) centers in Maryland. It plans to enlarge its territory to other states! Mrs. Hardnett has authored three books, her first book, Blended to Perfection, is partially based on obstacles she faced as she brings the families together in the same house while dealing with inside and outside forces determined to see the union fail. After a rough start and hard work, her family is blended to perfection. Episode Sponsor: Click to learn more about our sponsor Kindra, the radical self-care company that makes estrogen-free essentials thoughtfully designed to relieve the symptoms of the menopausal journey. Take the to prepare for and manage your body’s natural hormonal shifts. And use promo code Unapologetic @20 to receive 20% off your first order or subscription! Featured in the Episode: Order and find Nicole’s books and Talk to Nicole branded merchandise using the link: and use the code Blend7 to get a discount! Connect with Nicole: Instagram: LinkedIn: Website: Stay Connected with Sharon: Instagram: or Facebook: Website: /episode/index/show/themidlifeexperience/id/21928532