Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy
Listening to this podcast will leave you feeling inspired and motivated as you navigate your beautiful midlife journey! The stories of other amazing women will start you on a path to finding your own courage to flourish after forty.
Episodes
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ podcast, host Kim talks with Hilary Momberger Powers about her journey from child actor to overcoming trauma and addiction. Key points include the importance of stabilizing yourself, finding self-worth, and the power of community and service.
- Hilary's early career as the voice of Sally in Charlie Brown
- Overcoming childhood trauma and addiction
- St...
Join Kim on Midlife with Courage™ as she reflects on this past year, celebrating gratitude, personal growth, and the incredible stories shared by women.
Discover the power of taking action, building confidence, and the importance of rest during the holidays. Tune in for exciting guest stories coming in January!
00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:24 Reflecting on Gratitude and Achievements
01:46 ...
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ podcast, Kim and guest Maria Toso discuss emotional triggers and how to heal them. Key topics include:
- Understanding emotional triggers and contractions
- Techniques for healing and self-love
- The importance of grounding and breathwork
- How forgiveness and divine love play roles in emotional healing
- Practical advice for facing triggers, especially ...
Join Kim on Midlife With Courage™ as she welcomes Melinda Lee. Discover Melinda’s unique journey of sharing hugs, cultivating authenticity, and the lessons learned through life changes, including overcoming a challenging marriage and the importance of self-love.
Key takeaways include: embracing your authentic self, learning from personal boundaries, and the impact of genuine human connection.
00:00 Welcome to...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage™, host Kim welcomes fitness enthusiast Heike Yates to share her inspirational journey.
Heike discusses her unexpected path to a fitness career, her courageous decision to divorce and start anew, and how she managed to support her family on a limited income. The conversation covers Heike's fitness philosophy, emphasizing that any woman, regardless of age or fitness level, ca...
Tune in to the Midlife with Courage™ podcast with your host Kim and special guest Kathryn Henry. Kathryn shares her inspiring journey from a corporate director at Lululemon to an author of the book 'A Dime to Say I Love You.'
She talks about showing vulnerability in her writing, the power of moments of courage, and the importance of resilience. Discover how Kathryn turned her life's challenges into grow...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage™, host Kim welcomes Leslie Ellis, a yoga therapist, and coach from Oregon.
Leslie shares her inspiring journey of courage, recounting a pivotal moment when she left a draining job to pursue her passion for yoga and holistic health. Together, they discuss the importance of being present in our bodies, the myth of mind over matter, and how midlife women can open themselves to new ...
In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage™' podcast, host Kim interviews Christine Sadry, who shares her incredible story of leaving Poland as a young girl and overcoming numerous challenges to become a UN peacekeeper and author.
Christine recounts moments of deep courage, navigating life in a foreign country, and her experiences working in conflict zones around the world. Her journey emphasizes the impor...
Join host Kim on the Midlife with Courage™ podcast as she welcomes Sarah Colbert, a fellow podcast host and midlife mom of three daughters.
Sarah shares her journey from a successful career in television news to becoming a full-time mom and direct sales entrepreneur. She delves into her personal experiences with loss, faith, and finding renewed purpose in midlife.
Sarah also talks about the importance of intentional c...
Travel, reinvention and practical tips for women over 40 — Mikkel Woodruff shares how midlife can become your most adventurous chapter.
00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:19 Meet Our Guest: Mikkel Woodruff
00:46 Mikkel's Journey and Career Path
01:50 Courageous Moments in Life
04:07 The Love for Travel
08:51 Building a Photography Business
12:53 Taking a Year Off to Travel
In this episode of Midlife with Courage™, Kim welcomes guest Bernadette Catalana, a New York City attorney and mother of two daughters.
Bernadette shares her early experiences of overcoming fear and building courage, recounting a significant moment from her childhood when she challenged a misplacement in a reading group.
The conversation shifts to her experiences and challenges as a mother, and later as a grandmother,...
In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage'™ podcast, Kim welcomes functional nutrition-based dietician Gretchen Spetz.
They discuss practical strategies for women in midlife to balance nutrition, manage blood sugar levels, and embrace a better relationship with food.
Gretchen shares her journey, including overcoming hypothyroidism, and provides actionable advice on maintaining fiber and protein-forward di...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage™, host Kim welcomes Sue Willoughby, a passionate coach from the Seattle area who integrates horses into her coaching practice.
Sue shares her inspiring journey of growing up with an alcoholic mother, moving across the country, and exploring various interests like stand-up comedy, acting, and piloting.
They delve into topics of courage, overcoming fear, and finding confidence in ...
Trauma-informed tools to quiet self-criticism and reclaim confidence in midlife — practical strategy-focused conversation.
00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:18 Meet Emma Lyons: A Trauma-Informed Healer
03:01 Emma's Journey: From Law to Healing
04:45 Understanding the Inner Narcissist
07:10 Breaking Free from Shame
16:06 Emma's System: B-R-E-A-K
22:40 Living Shamelessly...
Artist Jaime Townzen explains how creative practice can restore identity, resilience and joy for women in midlife.
00:00 Welcome to Midlife With Courage
00:19 Meet Jaime Townzen
02:03 A Journey of Courage and Caregiving
07:24 Finding Solace in Watercolor
15:29 Balancing Family and Self-Care
18:04 Coping with Loneliness and Finding Support
18:55 The Power of Music in Relationships
2...
Feeling stuck in midlife? Irina Shehovsov shares steps to rediscover purpose, confidence and identity after 40.
00:00 Introduction and Personal Journey
00:27 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:47 Meet Irina Shehovsov: Helping Women Reclaim Their Lives
01:39 A Courageous Decision: Irina's Turning Point
03:50 Rediscovering Identity Through Passion
09:20 The Power of Gratitude and Self-Care
15:07 Inspiring Others...
What if clearing out a drawer, a room, or even just one shelf could spark fresh energy in your life? In this solo episode, Kim shares her personal story of clearing out two rooms in her home—and the surprising clarity and motivation that followed. Discover how physical clutter impacts our mental and emotional energy, why decluttering is an act of courage, and how creating space in your home can lead to powerful action...
In this episode of the Midlife With Courage™ Podcast, host Kim talks with Tamar Hurwitz Fleming about the strategies and importance of celebrating birthdays, especially in midlife.
Tamar, author of the self-help book 'How to Have a Happy Birthday,' shares her journey of finding joy in birthdays and offers insights on becoming a birthday coach.
She discusses the emotional and psychological aspects of birthday...
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ podcast, host Kim welcomes artist and jewelry creator Margaret Graham.
Margaret shares her deeply personal journey of transitioning from being a special education teacher to pursuing her passion for jewelry making and teaching yoga. She discusses the struggles of self-doubt, imposter syndrome, and the challenges of marketing her spiritual centering pendants.
Margaret also e...
Wendy Strgar breaks the silence on vaginal health, sexual wellness and menopause-related concerns for women over 40.
00:00 The Impact of Vaginal Conditions on Women's Lives
00:39 Introduction to the Midlife with Courage Podcast
00:58 Meet Wendy Strgar: Advocate for Women's Health
02:24 Wendy's Journey of Courage and Advocacy
03:57 Personal Tragedy and Resilience
10:04 The Importance of Women's ...
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