Thrive After 45™
The Thrive After 45 ™ podcast is an empowering show designed for women in midlife who are ready to embrace their next chapter with confidence, purpose, and joy—without guilt, remorse, or shame for prioritizing themselves.
Hosted by Midlife Renewal Coach and former educator Denise Drinkwalter, MEd, this podcast provides a supportive space where women can release self-doubt, rediscover their passions, and create a life that truly lights them up.
Through insightful interviews with experts, thought leaders, and inspiring guest, as well as solo episodes filled with practical strategies, the Thrive After 45™ podcast helps listeners navigate personal growth, relationships, mindset shifts, and career reinvention. Most importantly, it encourages women to take time for themselves, step into their power, and recognize that self-care is not selfish—it’s essential.
If you’re ready to let go of old expectations and start thriving in midlife, this podcast is for you. Because midlife isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of something extraordinary.
Thrive After 45™
Divine Right and Calling
In this episode of Thrive After 45™, we welcome Dr. Lisa Petty, a Spiritual Life Coach, Feminine Leadership Mentor, and holistic wellness expert with over two decades of experience. Lisa’s journey has taken her from holistic nutrition to earning a PhD in Social and Cultural Health, where she explored the barriers that prevent women from prioritizing their well-being. Her personal spiritual awakening led her to study neo-shamanic energy medicine, and today, she blends science and spirituality to help women reconnect with their true essence and align with their deeper purpose through her transformative Wisdom Protocol.
Lisa is also a proud new grandmother, a role that fuels her passion for healing and creating a better world for future generations. Throughout this conversation, she shares invaluable insights on stepping into authentic leadership, breaking free from burnout and imposter syndrome, and redefining success on your own terms.
Lisa has impacted thousands of lives through her coaching, writing, and media presence, including five years as a call-in health talk radio host in Niagara.
She has published two books, including "Forget About Having It All: The Midlife Woman’s Guide to Creating the Life You Really Want", inspired by her PhD research and personal journey of self-discovery. Her work empowers women to reclaim confidence, joy, and a deeper connection to themselves.
Connect with Lisa:
🔗 Website: https://soulgardening.ca/
📲 Social Media: / drlisapetty
/ lisa-petty-phd
Facebook group:
/ womenofwisdomp
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Remember, midlife isn’t the end - it’s just the beginning of a new, exciting chapter! Keep thriving, keep shining, and I’ll see you next time!