**2024 PODCAST OF THE YEAR WINNER: BEST FEMALE HOSTED PODCAST** Welcome to the Chasing Brighter podcast; created as a guide to make midlife your best life! Are you ready to embrace the next chapter of your life with confidence and excitement? Whether you’re looking to reinvent your career, improve your health, deepen your relationships, or find your true purpose, Chasing Brighter is here to help. Join us each week as we bring you inspiring stories, expert interviews, and actionable tips to h ...
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What does it mean to be a woman of influence in the every day of life's raw good, bad, and ugly? Join Amber Weigand-Buckley and Lisa Burris Burns, authors of the #1 Amazon Bestseller and multi-award-winning book Leading Ladies: Discover Your God-Grown Strategy for Success (Bold Vision Books), for coffee and a messy bun conversation. Each week, we'll talk about how things we'd rather keep hidden can prevent us from moving forward in purpose. You'll receive insight and encouragement to be the ...
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Making Life Beautiful Again | Health and Beauty for Midlife Women
Michelle Rose | Mid-Life Coach for Women, Health + Beauty Strategist
** The Go-To Podcast for Midlife Women ** Are you feeling weighed down by the physical and emotional changes that come with midlife? Do you wake up in the morning, look in the mirror, and barely recognize the woman staring back at you? Feeling lost and wondering who you are now that your kids are grown? Welcome to ’Making Life Beautiful Again,’ the podcast designed for midlife women ready to take control, rediscover their spark, and reignite their passion for life. Here, you’ll find the guid ...
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Life Coach BFF Show for Midlife Women - Thrive in Midlife, Women Over 40, Women Over 50, Goal Setting, Navigating Menopause, Purpose Driven Life, Faith, Systems
Heather Pettey - Author | Speaker | Mindset Coach
Life Coach BFF Show: Empowering Midlife Women to Thrive Ranked in the Top 1.5% of Podcasts Globally Join certified professional coach, bestselling author, and midlife expert Heather Pettey every Monday and Thursday for *the* podcast for women navigating the beautiful chaos of midlife. Whether you’re managing menopause symptoms, reinventing your marriage, parenting teens/young adults, or craving systems to simplify your life, this show delivers actionable advice, laugh-out-loud humor, and sci ...
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Do you feel invisible, overwhelmed, or disconnected from the woman you once were beyond your role as mom? You're not alone. Many women struggle with maintaining self-worth, finding balance, and rediscovering joy while taking care of everyone else. Your Utmost Life offers practical tools and transformative strategies to help you reclaim your identity, rebuild your confidence, and create a life that excites and fulfills you. Each week, Misty guides you through actionable topics like self-disco ...
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The AGEIST podcast is where we rewrite life after 50. Hosted by David Stewart, founder of AGEIST and Super Age, we talk with extraordinary people—scientists, creatives, and thinkers—about living vibrantly in your 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond. From longevity science to emotional well-being, fitness to purpose, we explore the tools and mindsets that help us stay curious, energized, and deeply engaged with life. This isn’t about aging gracefully—it’s about living boldly.
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WELCOME to F50Woman: Wisdom, Wins, & Wake-Up Calls — Female Fuel for the Next Chapter. If you’re a Woman over 50 feeling stuck, wondering “What’s next?” or searching for meaning beyond the roles you’ve played, you’re in the right place. Maybe the kids are grown, the career doesn’t excite you like it used to, or you’re just ready to fully discover yourself. This is your space to talk reinvention, purpose, spiritual awakening, and starting over with intention. Whether you’re exploring encore c ...
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Welcome to the Inspiring Living for Women podcast, where women over 40 share their stories of resilience, transformation, and triumph. In each episode, we dive deep into candid conversations with incredible women from all walks of life—each embracing their unique journey, facing challenges, and celebrating victories. From career reinventions to personal growth, our guests open up about the struggles they’ve faced and the wins they've achieved, offering wisdom, inspiration, and a refreshing d ...
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Generate Joy In Midlife | Simple Habits for Spiritual Growth, CBT, Biblical Encouragement, Purpose
Amy Davis | Christian Mindset Coach, Certified CBT Coach
** TOP 5% GLOBALLY RANKED PODCAST** Are you a midlife mama who feels disconnected from God, feeling like you’re made for “more” but not sure what “more” means in the next phase of life? Do you long to have confidence in your identity in Christ and develop a strong, consistent relationship with Him - instead of feeling like you’re constantly making mistakes? When you’re struggling with what to do next, do you check ChatGPT more than you open your Bible? You’re in the right place! If you're fa ...
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The Grace Filled Leader | Time Management, Mindset, Faith, Productivity, Emotional Intelligence, Whole Health, Enneagram Types
Tanya Engesether | Time Management Coach, Functional Health Coach, Leadership Mentor, Christian Life Coach, Speaker
**Top 1.5% globally ranked podcast** for Women who want to Lead Well, Live Well, and Be Well. Are you a busy woman in leadership who feels pulled in a thousand directions? Do you wrestle with perfectionism, people-pleasing, and never feeling like you’re ”enough”—no matter how successful you are on paper? Are you longing for more time, more peace, and more energy to live and lead the way God intended? Sister, you are right where you need to be. I’m Tanya—wife, mom, healthcare leader, Christia ...
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Feeling stuck, overwhelmed, or unsure where to go next? Mindful Transitions is your go-to podcast for navigating the emotional rollercoaster of midlife, relationships, and personal growth. Whether you're an empty nester - feeling disconnected in your relationships and wondering how to rebuild intimacy - or a leader - an ambitious professional battling 'Superwoman Syndrome", this podcast is designed to meet you where you are. Each episode is filled with real talk, relatable stories, and pract ...
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Welcome to "Confidently Balance Your Hormones" – the podcast that empowers incredible women like you to embrace natural approaches for hormonal balance and whole-body wellness. I'm your host, Dee Davidson, FDN-P — a board certified functional health practitioner, holistic health guide, and woman who gets it. After navigating my own fertility struggles, hormonal weight gain, and the rollercoaster of perimenopause and now living fully in my 50s, I understand firsthand the frustrations and symp ...
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Rock Your Reinvention: Tips For High-Achieving Women Who Want to Successfully Exit Their Six-Figure Corporate Career
Karin Freeland
- Are you a high-achieving woman feeling the strain of corporate burnout? - Do you dream of leaving your six-figure career to start your own business, become an author, speaker, or a coach? - Do you long for more creativity, freedom, or flexibility in your schedule? If so, Rock Your Reinvention is the podcast for you! Join Karin Freeland, Corporate Exit Strategist & Certified Life Coach, Speaker, and Award-Winning Author, as she guides you through the transformative journey from corporate li ...
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Are you headed into mid-life feeling depleted, uninspired and wanting a change? Maybe you are struggling to bet out of bed each morning because you are dreading your day or feeling stuck. In this podcast, you will learn all things about creating a more inspired life and learn how to create the mindset shifts that will pave the way for creating a life you love and the peace you deserve. Join your midlife coach Heather McAllister each week to recreate what it means to live your best during mid ...
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Choose Your Next Yes! Change Careers, Midlife Woman, Empty Nester, Mindset, Life After Forty, Life After Fifty, Decision Making
Dr. Mel Vandevort - Career Coach, Midlife Mastery Coach, Woman Entrepreneur, Empowering Woman
*Are you in a new midlife or empty nest season of your life? *Are you a professional woman searching for clarity about a career switch? *Do you need the courage to start your own business? *Are you a Christian ready to confidently follow God's plan for your life and career? Welcome to Choose Your Next Yes! Hi Kindred. I'm Mel, a professional midlife woman, mom of grown-ups, coffee, and Jesus lover. I have had a lot of big, life changes and I haven’t always been clear about God’s plan ...
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Midlife. The in-between years when you're no longer young but you're not old yet either. It's that time in your story when you're crying all the way home from leaving your kid at college. Or crumpling up your high school reunion invite because life has not turned out at all in the way you said it would. You're waking up in the middle of the night wracked with financial worry. You're going through a divorce or grieving your spouse or wondering who that man is across the table as you haven't r ...
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Journalist Linda Grasso hosts candid conversation with fascinating women about the things that matter most: happiness, health and purpose. SheSez is a master class for the modern woman. In her signature unabashed style, the well-known TV broadcaster showcases her seasoned interviewing skills, fueled by a keen sense of what women want to know. With thoughtful cadence and saucy humor, Linda peels back the layers on each guest, giving equal time to successes and failures. Interviewees come from ...
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MIDLIFE can be a depressing, dark, lonely, season for a lot of people. Women in their 40's experience this natural transitional period differently .By age 38, i was woefully unprepared for low mood, irritability, depression, and feeling of being stuck in a whole and being angry for no reason, low self esteem and so much more. The Fortified Woman Podcast aims at inspiring, empowering women in their 40s to rise, shine, thrive and turn what can be a midlife crisis to Midlife rises. We will disc ...
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If you're not satisfied with your love or sex-life, and could use some insights into what makes women want more of you, tell me more about yourself here and we'll schedule a time to talk: shanajamescoaching.com/consult Don't forget to check out my new podcast, Practicing Love! -- Even men at the top of their game find themselves wanting more from life. Whether it's more meaning, a bigger impact, unshakable confidence, a hotter sex life, more money, deeper love, solid friendships or a powerfu ...
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Gen X Amplified is the premier podcast dedicated to the powerful generation between the boomers and millennials. The podcast features valuable insights and conversations with Gen X leaders, professionals, and entrepreneurs including: Jon Fortt, Lindsey Pollak, Tara Jaye Frank, Carmine Gallo, Ada Calhoun, Melissa Proctor, and many others.
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215 | 5 Boundaries Every Midlife Woman Needs: Are You Doing Enough to Avoid Burnout?
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22:18Avoiding Burnout and Finding Balance in Midlife In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey and menopause expert Dr. Carol Lynn discuss the prevalent issue of burnout, particularly among Gen Xers. They share personal anecdotes, strategies for staying energized, and tips for setting boundaries and managing stress. The conversatio…
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83: 5 Practical Ways to Develop a Growth Mindset
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18:48What if the biggest obstacle to your reinvention wasn’t your skills, money, or time—but your mindset? In this episode of Rock Your Reinvention, we’re diving into 5️⃣ practical strategies to help you shift from a fixed mindset to a growth mindset—because real transformation starts in your head. Whether you’re pivoting careers, starting a business, o…
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Gabby Reece: What Every Woman Over 50 Should Know
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58:44Former professional sand volleyball player Gabby Reece joins us for a masterclass in how to build a sustainable, individualized approach to health, aging, and performance. She talks candidly about transitioning from elite sport to wellness, and why “listening to your whisper” can be a life-changing practice. Gabby explains the difference between ha…
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81 | How To Celebrate Milestones and Transitions In Motherhood With Joy In Midlife
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17:04Send Amy a Text Message. Midlife is full of changes—your kids may be growing up or leaving home, your roles are shifting, and you’re navigating who you are beyond motherhood. But what if you could meet these transitions with more joy than fear? In this empowering episode, we’re diving into four practical tips to help you embrace this season of life…
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37 | Why You Crave, Why You Overeat, and How to Stop Feeling Guilty as a Midlife Woman
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18:08Hello beautiful! Have you ever wondered… “Why am I craving sugar every night?” “Why can’t I stop snacking, even when I’m full?” “Why isn’t this diet working for me anymore?” If you’re a woman in midlife struggling with cravings, emotional eating, or weight gain—and tired of feeling guilty around food—you’re not alone. And you’re not broken. In this…
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222. The Surrendered Strategy_ How to Create a Healing Environment for Your Body, Mind, and Spirit
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20:43Get on the waitlist for Functional Health Coaching HERE. If you’ve ever wondered why you still feel tired, anxious, or spiritually off-center — even when you're doing all the “right” things — this episode is for you. In this conversation, I’m walking you through what I call the surrendered strategy: five practical, life-giving ways to support your …
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Beyond the Myth of Adoption: Anna Maria DiDio on Parenting, Identity & Belonging
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29:49In this episode, Anna Maria DiDio shares what many adoption stories leave out—the emotional layers of loss, identity, and adjustment that unfold long after the papers are signed. We talk about bringing 7-year-old Priscilla home from a Mexican orphanage to suburban Philadelphia, and how love alone can’t erase the trauma of being uprooted. Anna Maria…
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221. 5 Hidden Stressors Most Women Overlook 🙈
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17:38Get on the waitlist for Functional Health Coaching HERE. In this episode, I’m digging into the stressors that aren’t always loud — but are loud enough to be quietly disrupting your energy, your health, your emotions, and even your spiritual connection. These are the things that many high-capacity women overlook because they’ve become so “normal.” B…
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221 | Midlife What Ifs: Possibilities, Second Chances, and Saying Yes
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19:39In episode 221 of the Life Coach BFF Show, hosts Heather Pettey and Dr. Carol Lynn delve into the power of 'what if' moments in midlife, exploring how these questions can lead to newfound purpose and joy. They discuss the transformation from viewing midlife as a crisis to seeing it as a period of reinvention and possibility. The episode highlights …
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Super Woman Diaries #39: Summer Camps & School Admissions: What We’ve Learned About Persistence
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22:04In this episode, Jessica and Kelly dive into the importance of advocating for your kids — whether it's snagging a coveted summer camp spot or navigating the competitive world of magnet school admissions. Kelly shares the rollercoaster of emotions when her son Beckett was waitlisted for camp and how a little persistence (and an email!) turned things…
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What to Do When You Want a New Chapter But Don’t Know Who You Are Anymore
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15:37Have you ever felt like you're living someone else's story? That strange limbo where you've given so much of yourself away that you barely recognize what's left? You're not alone. Somewhere along the way, many of us adopted the belief that clarity must come before action—that we need to have everything figured out before taking even the first step …
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Midlife Vitality & Mineral Mastery with Dee Davidson, FDN-P & Client Allison
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42:33In this empowering episode, Dee Davidson, FDN-P, sits down with her client Allison to discuss the transformative benefits of annual HTMA (Hair Tissue Mineral Analysis) testing and how it can be a game-changer in anyone’s preventive health strategy. Together, they share real-life insights on how HTMA reveals vital voids and healing opportunities tha…
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Flowers Find a Way: Special Audio Preview of Amber’s New Devotional
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10:06Instead of our regular live coffee chat this week, we're thrilled to share something special - the audio introduction and first chapter from Amber's new devotional, "Flowers Find a Way: Resilient Blooms of Relentless Faith." Settle in with your favorite beverage as you listen to "A Legacy in Petals" (the introduction) and "The Defiance of Holy Bloo…
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220 | Sam McCoy’s Honest Guide to Friendship, Moving, Self-Care & Social Media in Midlife
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32:16Hi Gorgeous! In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey welcomes the lively and honest Sam McCoy, known for her Instagram presence 'Carpools and Country Clubs'. They dive into the complexities of making friends as an adult, especially after moving, and the challenges women face in supporting each other both online and in real l…
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A Conversation with Our Mom: Generations of Love and Lessons (Mother’s Day Special)
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31:51🎉 Happy Mother’s Day! Today, we’re honoring the OG Superwoman—our mom, Vickie—in a very special, laughter-filled episode. From her days growing up in small-town Kansas to her journey raising two daughters (who were never any trouble, of course 😇), we dive into stories that are as heartwarming as they are hilarious. 💬 What you’ll hear: Embarrassing …
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82: How to Overcome Your Fear of Public Speaking
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39:37Is fear holding you back from speaking up or stepping on stage? In this empowering episode, transformational Speaking Coach, Linda Ugelow, shares how she went from managing her fear of public speaking to eliminating it completely—and how you can too. In today’s episode, you’ll learn how to get to the root of your fear and finally feel confident bei…
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Fitness coach Denise Kirtley joins us to talk about why transformation in midlife begins with mindset, not macros. In this conversation, she challenges outdated views of aging, critiques perfection culture, and explains how real strength is built through daily intention. Denise also speaks candidly about social media backlash and how sharing her jo…
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36 | Rebuilding Your Relationship with Food After Diet Culture
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15:44Hello beautiful! If you’ve been stuck in a cycle of “clean eating,” cutting carbs, calorie tracking, or chasing that elusive diet that finally works—and you still feel frustrated in your body… this episode is for you. Midlife brings real changes to your body, but diet culture didn’t exactly prepare us for that. In fact, it often made things worse. …
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220. How Chronic Stress Hijacks Your Health (and Why the Solution Starts with Surrender)
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13:40Get on the waitlist for Functional Health Coaching HERE In this episode, I’m diving deep into what’s actually happening in your body when chronic stress becomes your baseline. From cortisol dysregulation to gut dysfunction and hormonal chaos — we’re unpacking how stress hijacks your physical health and distances you from the peace of God. But we’re…
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80 | Ready For Spiritual Growth? 4 FREE Apps To Help You Stay Consistent In Your Faith
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18:36Send Amy a Text Message. If you’ve been struggling to build new habits or stay focused in the midst of a busy life, you’re not alone. In this episode, we dive into 4 of my favorite apps and how you can use them to get consistent towards your goals. When we have systems in place to help us reach our goals, we are more likely to stay consistent in ou…
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Beyond the First Dream: Alexandra Dotcheva’s Bold Midlife Pivots to Health, Wealth, and Self-Belief
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37:08In this episode, we explore Alexandra Dotcheva’s inspiring journey of reinvention. After nearly 30 years dedicated to the violin, she faced the reality that fear+ was holding her back from true fulfillment. At 32, she boldly left music to pursue nursing, later building financial freedom through real estate investing. Alexandra shares how immigratin…
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How to Reclaim Who You Are When You’ve Forgotten Who That Is—Without Starting Over or Walking Away from Your Life
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19:22Have you ever looked in the mirror and wondered, "Who am I beyond being a mom?" That question might seem small, but it's profoundly important. According to research, 71% of mothers report being most strongly defined by their roles as mothers—a number that jumps to 87% for those not in the workforce. When that all-consuming role shifts, many women f…
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219. Why Hustle Isn’t Holy✝️: Surrendering Striving in the Name of Health
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11:09Get on the waitlist for Functional Health Coaching HERE. In this episode, I’m getting real about a struggle that so many of us — especially high-achieving Christian women — face: the pressure to keep hustling in the name of being “helpful,” “faithful,” or “productive.” I talk about the spiritual and physical toll that striving takes on our lives, a…
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Super Woman Diaries #38: Send Fewer Reels: How to Really Connect with Your Teen
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12:24In this special Mother-Daughter episode, Jessica is joined by her daughter Gabriella for part two of their series on navigating connection during the teen years. They dive into what actually helps strengthen the bond between parents and teens — and what totally misses the mark (hint: sending 30 reels a day is not the answer!). They share real talk …
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219 | Is Your Reaction a Sign of a Midlife Shift?
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11:51Navigating Midlife Overreactions: Stories and Strategies In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey shares a personal story about overreacting to her dog Kendal's behavior, highlighting how midlife can change how we react to stress. Heather discusses hormonal changes, life experiences, changing family roles, and the importance …
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Learn About A Newfound Biohacking Gem — Modern Wellness in Massachusetts
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35:39In this inspiring episode, Dee Davidson, FDN-P, interviews the brilliant minds behind Modern Wellness, a cutting-edge wellness studio located inside the historic Saxonville Mills in Framingham, MA. As a passionate advocate for functional health and biohacking, Dee is always seeking out the best places supporting full-body detox, recovery, and nervo…
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Is Trauma Holding You Back? Can One Healing Prayer Really Set You Free? With Pastor Randy Burns
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1:08:46In this deeply moving episode of Coffee Chat, hosts Lisa and Amber welcome their first-ever male guest, Pastor Randy Burns. With over 37 years of pastoral ministry experience and 26 years as a professional counselor, Randy brings profound insights into understanding trauma, the healing process, and how faith intersects with mental health. This conv…
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79 | 4 Biblical Ways To Overcome Depression and Restore Your Joy
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21:59Send Amy a Text Message. Feeling overwhelmed, emotionally numb, or spiritually stuck? In this episode we explore 4 Biblical ways to overcome depression and restore joy by bringing your honest emotions to God, speaking truth over your thoughts, building simple habits that create home and shift your focus by serving others. These practical, Bible-bas…
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The Happiness Gap: Why American Moms are Struggling
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21:38The episode hosts Jessica and Kelly talk about the emotional and mental toll motherhood takes on American women, noting that American mothers are among the unhappiest in the developed world. Ever felt totally exhausted by 9 a.m. without even leaving the house? You're not alone. In this deeply personal and powerful episode, Jessica and Kelly shine a…
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218 | Are You Experiencing the Midlife Sleep Struggle? Finding Rest with Dr. Carol Lynn
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17:05Navigating Sleep Challenges and the Benefits of Progesterone in Midlife In this episode, we explore the common issue of sleep disturbances faced by midlife women, especially in their forties and fifties. Host Heather Pettey, a certified life coach and mother of four, dives into the complexities of handling sleep issues with guest Dr. Carol Lynn. Th…
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81: Finding Your Bigger Purpose: What Actions You Need to Take
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23:13If you’ve been climbing the corporate ladder but feel like something’s missing, you’re not alone. Many high-achieving women struggle to find a sense of purpose beyond their paycheck. In today’s episode, I’m sharing 5️⃣ actionable tips to help you explore and connect with your bigger purpose — without the pressure to monetize it or tie it solely to …
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Jennifer Maanavi: Is Wellness Misleading You?
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54:01In this week’s episode, Jennifer Vaughan Maanavi, founder of Physique 57, shares why fitness must be the foundation of any wellness plan—especially as we age. She explains how the explosion of wellness trends has dangerously shifted focus away from physical health. Jennifer offers powerful insights on building a sustainable, results-driven fitness …
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35 | The Anti-Diet Approach That Actually Works (No Willpower Required)
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16:36Hello beautiful! If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed by all the food rules out there—what to eat, what to cut, what to fear—and you’re just tired of starting over again and again... you are not the only one. I created this episode for the midlife woman who’s done with diet culture, done with restriction, and ready to feel good in her body again. Bec…
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218. People-Pleasing: What It's Doing to Your Health and How to Break the Cycle
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14:36In this powerful follow-up to Confessions of a People-Pleasing Leader, I break down how approval-seeking behavior doesn’t just impact your emotions — it affects your nervous system, hormones, digestion, immune function, and more. You’ll learn how chronic people-pleasing acts as a silent stressor in the body, why it often originates from a survival …
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Inside Deborah LeBlanc's Life as a Death Scene Investigator, Celebrity Paranormal Expert and Hypnotherapist
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31:14In this episode, we explore the extraordinary life of Deborah LeBlanc—a licensed death scene investigator, seasoned paranormal expert, and the resident clairsendium in the upcoming Discovery Channel series Through the Veil. With over 27 years of experience and more than 500 investigations, Deborah uses her clairsentient abilities to uncover what ot…
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The Strength Lie—How “Just Push Through” Is Breaking Midlife Moms
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19:44Are you tired of being tired—but still feel like slowing down means letting people down? In today’s episode, we’re unpacking the quiet belief so many women carry: “If I can just push through, everything will be okay.” But what if that belief is the very thing keeping you from the energy, joy, and connection you crave? Misty shares the vulnerable st…
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217. Confessions of a People-Pleasing Leader
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10:29In this deeply personal episode, I’m opening up about how people-pleasing showed up in my leadership — and how it nearly wrecked my health, my confidence, and my connection with God. I share how striving to be liked led to emotional exhaustion, physical symptoms, and identity confusion… and how God began the healing work of reshaping me from the in…
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Super Woman Diaries #37: Minecraft, Lake Life & Mom Mode
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15:14The hosts chat about seeing the Minecraft movie with their kids—some reluctant, some excited—and share funny moments from bootleg viewing to spontaneous theater trips. They also discuss progress on furnishing their lake house, delivery logistics, and plans to rent it out. The episode wraps with updates on spring break, enjoying downtime, and upcomi…
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217 | Do You Have Trouble Putting Yourself First? Break Free from Midlife Mom Guilt!
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12:39Hi friends, today we're overcoming guilt and prioritizing self-care in midlife on the Life Coach BFF Show. In this episode, we explore the challenges midlife women face, especially moms of teens and young adults, in prioritizing self-care. The host, Heather Pettey, shares a listener's story about feeling lost and overwhelmed and offers strategies t…
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Daily Habits for Hormone Balance with Dee Davidson, FDN-P
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26:12In this empowering solo episode, Board Certified Functional Health Practitioner, Dee Davison shares her daily go-to habits for balancing hormones naturally — rooted in functional medicine, lab testing, and holistic health principles. From morning mindset rituals to blood sugar-friendly meals and mineral support, Dee walks you through simple, scienc…
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The Spell That Kept Me Small: A Journey Into Fear, Conditioning & Coming Home to Myself
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9:29In this raw and powerful episode, Sonya Figueiredo invites you into a personal lightbulb moment - one that uncovered the hidden spells we carry from childhood and the deep conditioning that keeps us playing small. Through heartfelt storytelling, Sonya explores how tribal patterns, inner child wounds, and survival strategies shape the ways we shrink…
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Joy Between the Pages — Our Favorite Fun Reads for 2025 So Far 📚✨
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38:04Ready to fall in love with reading all over again? In this playful and heartwarming episode, we're serving up our favorite fun reads of 2025 (so far)! From swoon-worthy romances to juicy thrillers, fantastical escapes to deeply moving nonfiction—this is your ultimate spring/summer reading list. Jessica dishes on the cozy chaos of The Ex Hex series,…
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216 | Letting Go: The Art of Not Taking Things Personally
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9:13Transform Your Life: How to Stop Taking Things Personally In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, Heather Pettey, a certified life coach, discusses the transformative power of not taking things personally. Heather shares a personal story of how she learned this lesson the hard way and offers practical tips for letting go of the weight of others…
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Dr. Mike Studer: The Health Rule You’re Getting Wrong
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39:09Physical therapist and endurance athlete Dr. Mike Studer joins us this week to break the myth of a one-size-fits-all approach to health. He shares why personalization—based on genetics, performance metrics, and lifestyle—is critical to long-term success in fitness, nutrition, and mental wellbeing. From sleep consistency to gut microbiome insights, …
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80: Still in That Job After the Bonus? 5 Excuses High-Achieving Women Need to Drop Now
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22:48You said you'd leave after your corporate bonus—but you're still in that soul-sucking job. Why? What’s holding you back from leaving your 9 to 5? In this episode, we're calling out the top 5 excuses high-achieving women use to delay their corporate exit—and how to drop them for good. Whether you're dreaming of becoming a coach, consultant, speaker,…
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34 | What to Do When Life Doesn’t Go as Planned
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16:01Hello beautiful! If life hasn’t turned out the way you thought it would… this episode is for you. In today’s heartfelt conversation, I’m sharing the story of my Aunt Bernice—a 94-year-old powerhouse who lived with purpose, strength, and joy until her final days. She never had children. She lost her husband. She faced more grief than most of us ever…
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216. Built to Heal: What Functional Health Really Means (And Why It Aligns with Faith)
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12:09In today’s episode, I’m diving deeper into what functional wellness actually means — and why I believe it aligns perfectly with God’s design for our bodies. Functional health isn’t just about nutrition or hormone balancing — it’s about understanding that your body was created with wisdom and the ability to heal, if we give it the right environment.…
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78 | Midlife Revival: Tips To Rediscover Your Purpose Over 40 and Embrace Spiritual Growth
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24:16Send Amy a Text Message. Feeling stuck, lost, or like you’re spiraling in midlife? You’re not alone—and you’re not in crisis. In this powerful episode of Generate Joy, we’re diving deep into what many call a “midlife crisis” and reframing it as a midlife revival. Together, we’ll explore: What a midlife crisis really is—and what it isn’t How God use…
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215. When Helping Isn't Enough: Watching the Ones We Love Struggle
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10:18In this episode, I’m opening up and sharing something personal — the why behind my decision to pursue certification as a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner. Over the past few years, I’ve watched my husband’s health slowly decline. And these last couple of months? They’ve been especially hard. He’s been dealing with ongoing lung issues, ch…
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The Labels I Let Go: Reclaiming My Name, My Voice, My Self
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13:55In this deeply personal episode of Mindful Transitions, I peels back the layers of identity I wore for decades - loyal daughter, perfect wife, high-achieving professional, ever-present mother - I share the quiet reckoning that led me back to myself. With raw honesty and a touch of sass, I explore how the roles women are taught to play can become ca…
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