Positively Midlife Podcast
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We are three college friends in our 50s who are exploring the endless possibilities for women at midlife - and celebrating it with humor and friendship. Join us to explore ideas, friendship, books, experiences, adventures, stories, sex, dating health and wellness, and BIG dreams. Nothing is off the table with co-hosts Tish, Ellen & Felicia. Please subscribe, rate & review wherever you listen..
Positively Midlife Podcast
1d ago
Unlock the secrets to a more robust retirement income as we join forces with Lynn Toomey, CEO of Her Retirement to talk about retirement planning for midlife women! With Lynn's guidance, we expose an often-overlooked benefit for midlife women: the potential for women to claim Social Security benefits based on an ex-spouse's record. This episode is full of wisdom, revealing the eligibility quirks and strategic moves needed to bolster your financial security as you consider ALL your options for retirement.
This conversation is a roadmap for navigating the complex terrain of Social Security bene ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
1w ago
When midlife and autoimmune disease collide, it can feel like navigating an uncharted wilderness. Yet, Andrea Nakayama's personal triumphs and profound expertise in functional medicine nutrition light up the path to wellbeing. This episode is a treasure trove of insights, as Andrea shares her own journey with Hashimoto's disease and how she's turned adversity into advocacy for those wrestling with chronic illnesses. We also talk about an ingenious life hack—a medical planner—that could revolutionize how you keep tabs on your health, and Ellen's enchanting mason jar fairy lights to add a sprink ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
2w ago
Spring is in the air, and with it comes the promise of a fresh start. Join us as we guide you through a transformative spring cleaning experience that's about more than just dusting off shelves—it's about refreshing your spirit. We're riding the wave of enthusiasm from our previous spring cleaning hit to bring you even more inventive ways to organize your life, from the trunk of your car to your cozy cotton overalls. Imagine the sense of renewal that comes with a decluttered space and a decluttered mind, and we're here to make it happen, one soothing soundtrack and aromatic spritz at a time ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
3w ago
March 8th is International Womans Day 2024!
As we celebrate International Women's Day and Women's History Month under the banner of "Inspire Inclusion," we promise you'll be moved by the remarkable stories that are defining women's empowerment today. We're delving into the power of influential literature, like Michelle Obama's "The Light We Carry" and Chrissy King's "The Body Liberation Project," and discussing the impactful ways in which International Women's Day galvanizes unity and progress for women around the world. And have you ever wondered how a box of Girl Scout co ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
3w ago
Ever find yourself snuggled under a blanket, yearning for a good book to transport you to another world? Or facing a rainy winter weekend? That's where Ellen and Tish beckon you to join them as they share their top five cozy winter reads perfect for the year ahead.
The podcast takes you from the comfort of your earbuds, discussing how audiobooks have become Tish's go to and a savior on tedious long work drives, and her new book club to a chat so cozy you can practically feel the fireplace crackling. Ellen shares what her book group is up to and why book groups from ones at t ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
3w ago
It's still winter and it's a great time to curl up with a good book!
Co-host Ellen loves to read; calling it a MAJOR addiction and she loves to share her favorite books with you! This week Ellen shares the surprising pick by her book group, and why she adores her local library, and Tish and Ellen give a review of 5 great books and a few honorable mentions.
Join us to explore some amazing books to read this winter. The five books are Booklovers, Violeta, Rockaway, Demon Copperfield, and Memphis!
BOOKS IN THIS EPISODE
Book Lovers
Violeta
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Positively Midlife Podcast
3w ago
Lucky Girl is the newest self-help crazy blowing up on TikTok. It's based on manifesting what you want and spreading good vibes. Can you hop on and activate Luckygirl Syndrome at Midlife?
This is how it's works: Tell yourself that everything works out for you - big and small. The universe is rigged in your favor. You are the luckiest person. And this attracts more good things coming your way.
Is this 'new idea' simply a repackaging of the Power of Positive Thinking that we have heard so many times before? We want Midlifers to think of this as a refresher ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
3w ago
Do you ever think about what advice you would give your younger self?
Ellen recently had lunch with a group of old friends where the topic of advice to your younger self came up - and she learned new and surprising things about each of the ladies sitting around the lunch table at Pastis- women she had known for 35+ years.
In this week's podcast, Ellen and Tish share the details of the intimate, vulnerable, and surprising discussion about what advice we would give our younger selves. Ellen found the conversation was a way to deepen and enrich her friendships and her own self ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
3w ago
Tish and Ellen vow to make getting all the health tests, and screenings a priority in 202. Some of the tests and screenings you are sure to already know about, and there may be some that are new to you. All of them are key to getting a baseline for your health in midlife.
They've put together their list of the "must do" tests, screenings, and other health tasks to get the 2023 Healthy Dozen done. Tish and Ellen come at the topic from totally different sides; Tish feels so overwhelmed and tends to avoid getting started on health screenings whereas Ellen shares that she loves ..read more
Positively Midlife Podcast
3w ago
Is it possible to reinvent your career after divorce in a career that you LOVE? It is. Ellen and Tish talk to Lois Spence about how she expanded her career to encompass both her love of training and her desire to help people through counseling. Lois shares her greatest fears, her support system, and her biggest triumphs in this week's podcast.
Things we talked about in this episode: Trinity College, all women's college, olive oil, marula oil, bodybuilding, fitness training, divorce, Walk and Talk therapy.
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