say YES to yourself! | Midlife Reinvention: Real Stories, Bold Moves
Say YES to Yourself! is a top midlife podcast for women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond who are reinventing their lives and navigating major life transitions.
This podcast is for you if you're asking:
1. Why do I feel lost as a woman in midlife?
2. Who am I now that my kids are grown and I have an empty nest?
3. Is it too late to reinvent myself in my 40s or 50s?
4. How do I rebuild after a divorce or a major life change?
5. Why do I feel guilty for wanting more for myself in midlife?
6. How do I stop people-pleasing and start putting myself first?
7. How do women reinvent themselves after caregiving or burnout?
8. How do I rebuild confidence and trust myself again in midlife?
9. How do I navigate a midlife transition without losing myself?
10. How do I make a career pivot in midlife that actually feels aligned?
Each week, host Wendy Harrop interviews inspiring women who are reinventing their lives in midlife. From career changes and creative pursuits to empty nest transitions and personal breakthroughs, you'll hear real stories of midlife transformation, courage, and joy.
Topics include: midlife reinvention, starting over after 40, second chapter living, empty nest syndrome, midlife career change, women's empowerment, personal growth for women over 50, midlife transitions, rebuilding after divorce, and finding yourself again in midlife.
Say YES to Yourself! is for midlife women ready to shed outdated expectations, rewrite their stories, and put themselves first—without guilt or apology.
Your best chapter starts now.
say YES to yourself! | Midlife Reinvention: Real Stories, Bold Moves
Saying YES to Champagne Dreams with Cynthia Coutu
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This week, we delve into the inspiring journey of Cynthia, a former international civil servant who, after a job loss, decided to embrace her passion for wine. Through her experiences navigating the male-dominated wine industry in France, Cynthia discovered a need for women-focused wine tastings and workshops. This led her to create a champagne networking club for women and to offer workshops empowering women to explore and understand their preferences and the technical aspects of wine. We also get a glimpse into the France trip Wendy is hosting in September. As this trip coincides with harvest season in Champagne, Cynthia will be offering insider access to experiences like grape picking and cellar tours. Tune in for a discussion on knowing what delights you, taking inspired action, and finding success beyond monetary measures.
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About Cynthia:
Cynthia Coutu is Canadian and has been living in Paris for over 30 years. After working at the Canadian Embassy in France and the OECD for 20 years managing their digital communications, she hung up her international civil servant hat and pursued her passion. She studied wine at L’Académie du Vin and L’École du Vin, and is certified Wine and Spirits Education Trust Level 3 with Merit. She founded Delectabulles, a champagne networking club for women. She hosts champagne workshops in Paris, judges wine contests, and loves taking people to visit her favorite producers in Champagne. She only uses champagnes made by women, and only takes guests to visit champagne houses where women play an important role. Cynthia was voted "Best Wine Tasting in Paris" by Expatriates Magazine,
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