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 is for midlife women ready to shed outdated expectations, rewrite their stories, and put themselves first—without guilt or apology.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 Simple Joys with Kathryn Garland
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This week on the podcast, Wendy hosts guest Kathryn Garland. This episode dives deep into the concept of "selfishness" and how focusing on our own needs can be perceived negatively, yet it is essential for our well-being. Wendy and Kathryn explore the power and meaning we assign to words, emphasizing that it’s not the word itself but its impact. Wendy shares her determination to speak freely on her podcast, while Kathryn discusses the importance of intention behind words. As mothers, they reflect on the practice of conscious parenting, viewing their children as mirrors, and the beauty of learning together with curiosity and do-overs. Wendy’s journey of parenting in her mid-50s brings joy and fulfillment, highlighting the importance of allowing children to explore their true selves. The episode also delves into self-care, advocating for giving from our overflow and embracing the small things that bring joy. Wendy and Kathryn discuss the art of saying no to things that no longer serve us, creating space for new, aligned opportunities, and the importance of surrendering and trusting in God’s plan. Join us for a heartwarming conversation about intentional living, letting go, and finding joy in the simple, steady moments.
About Kathryn:
Kathryn Garland is a wife and mother, the badges she wears the proudest. She has always wanted to be those two people and is greatly blessed with four amazing children. As she got more entrenched in motherhood, she began to realize how much more important being a homeMAKER was than she ever imagined. Her mission and purpose is to help people see the power of the home and the possibilities that come from a safe and grounded home (in the heart, in relationships, in the physical dwelling) and the true magic we can create from this place. Kathryn is a teacher by training, turned homeschooling mama, lifelong learner, a
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