The Midlife Makeover Show | Women Over 40, Menopause Support, Divorce Recovery, Empty Nest Advice, Aging Gracefully, Finding Purpose

In this inspiring and energizing conversation, Wendy sits down with success coach, keynote speaker, and Dream Think Do host Mitch Matthews to talk about what it really takes to go after your dreams in midlife. From giving yourself permission to start small to letting go of perfectionism, people-pleasing, and the pressure to have it all figured out, this episode is a powerful reminder that it’s never too late to begin again. If you’ve been craving more purpose, novelty, courage, or clarity in your next chapter, this conversation will light a fire under you—in the best way.

 

What You’ll Learn:

Why asking “What’s your dream?” can actually keep you stuck

How to give yourself permission to start small and take messy action

Why midlife is the perfect time to explore a new dream or next chapter

How 15 minutes a day can create momentum, confidence, and real change

The difference between burnout and “bored out”—and how novelty can help

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Feeling overwhelmed, stretched thin, or like you’ve somehow lost yourself in the noise of life? In this powerful episode, Wendy sits down with Christine Platt, author of LESS IS LIBERATION, to explore what it truly means to declutter—not just your home, but your mind, your habits, and your life. Together, they dive into the deeper roots of overwhelm, from people-pleasing and limiting beliefs to emotional clutter and self-abandonment. This honest and soulful conversation is your invitation to choose less—less pressure, less noise, less “doing”—so you can experience more freedom, alignment, and a life that feels like you again.

 

💡 What You’ll Learn

Why overwhelm often stems from self-abandonment—not just a busy schedule

How to identify and release limiting beliefs formed in childhood

The connection between decluttering your space and healing your inner world

A new, empowering perspective on “selfishness” and why it’s essential

How to practice intentional living and reclaim your time, energy, and agency

 

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https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/christine-platt/less-is-liberation/9781538758304/
https://www.iamchristineplatt.com/

 

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In this heartfelt and eye-opening episode, Wendy sits down with men’s coach, financial expert, and host of The Derelict Podcast, Josh Tomeoni, for a raw conversation about divorce, grief, identity loss, and rebuilding your life after it all falls apart. Together, they explore what it really means to lose yourself in a relationship, why grief after divorce can linger in unexpected ways, and how both men and women can begin reclaiming their authentic selves with honesty, courage, and self-awareness.

 

What You’ll Learn:

Why divorce and relationship endings often trigger deep identity loss

The different ways grief shows up after divorce, separation, or heartbreak

How men and women often cope differently with emotional pain

Why jumping into work or relationships too quickly can delay healing

How to begin rebuilding your life and reconnecting with your true self

 

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Autoimmune disease can feel confusing, overwhelming, and often misdiagnosed—but in this powerful conversation, Wendy sits down with functional medicine nutritionist VJ Hamilton to break it all down. From chronic fatigue and gut issues to hormones, stress, and skin conditions, VJ shares her personal healing journey and the science-backed strategies that helped her reclaim her health after decades of struggle. Together, they explore how to identify root causes, listen to your body’s signals, and take back control of your health—especially in midlife when everything can feel like it’s shifting.

 

What You’ll Learn:

What autoimmune disease actually is and why your body may feel like it’s “attacking itself”

The common root causes of autoimmune conditions, including gut health, stress, and toxins

How symptoms like fatigue, skin issues, and joint pain are all connected

The role of nutrition, supplements, and functional medicine in healing

How to tune into your body’s signals and prevent future flare-ups

 

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Website: https://theautoimmunitynutritionist.com/ 
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/theautoimmunitynutritionist/
FREE guide, The Autoimmunity Recovery Plan: https://vjhamilton.kartra.com/page/TheAutoimmunityRecoveryPlan

 

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Are you constantly reaching for your phone, wondering where your time went, or craving more presence in your daily life? In this episode, Wendy sits down with writer, teacher, and creative guide Cody Cook-Parrott to explore how to break free from digital distraction and reconnect with what truly matters. From overcoming social media addiction to embracing creativity, play, and anti-perfectionism, Cody shares powerful yet simple practices to help you reclaim your attention, rediscover your creative spark, and start living with more intention and joy—right here, right now.

 

What You’ll Learn:

How to break free from phone addiction and reclaim your time

Simple ways to cultivate presence (even in a busy, distracted world)

Why creativity isn’t just art—and how to tap into your natural creative flow

The power of play and anti-perfectionism in living a more joyful life

How to create a healthier relationship with social media and technology

 

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https://thepracticeofattention.com
https://codycookparrott.com/creative-ideation-portal

 

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