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 speaks with Jaime Townzen, an artist and writer from Southern California.
Jaime shares her journey of navigating the challenges of midlife, from unexpected caregiving to the loss of multiple family members. She discusses how watercolor painting became her lifeline during stressful times, helping her rediscover herself.
Jaime also shares her creative path, ...
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage podcast, host Kim interviews Irina Shehovsov, who helps women over forty reclaim their amazing lives.
Irina shares her transformative journey, starting from a moment of despair on a train platform, to becoming a single parent and rediscovering her identity through personal pursuits like singing, dancing, and painting.
She discusses her various initiatives, including two podc...
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...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim welcomes Wendy Strgar, founder of Good Clean Love and the Institute for Vaginal Health.
Wendy shares insights about the challenges women face with vaginal health, the dynamics of courage in both personal and professional realms, and her journey in creating women’s health and sexual health products.
Wendy discusses the impact of misdiagnosis, the importance of understan...
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ Podcast, Kim interviews Brenda Coffee, a journalist, author, and successful blogger.
Brenda shares her extraordinary life journey, from dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis and creating a top breast cancer blog, to building one of the leading blogs for women over 50. She opens up about her personal challenges, including her father's death, her complex relationship wi...
In this episode of Midlife With Courage, your host Kim introduces Zulma Williams, a licensed clinical social worker and mental health therapist.
Zulma shares her courageous journey from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Henderson, Nevada, detailing her experiences with skydiving, leaving an abusive job, and battling breast cancer.
Despite numerous challenges, Zulma pursued her dream of becoming a therapist, starting her stud...
In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage™ podcast, host Kim welcomes Gail Showalter, an advocate for single mothers and author.
Gail shares her journey of being a single mom for 16 years, emphasizing the importance of education and goal-setting for single mothers to achieve financial independence. The conversation delves into the challenges and triumphs of single motherhood, the value of personality assessmen...
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ Podcast, host Kim welcomes Susan Snow, a trauma resiliency coach, speaker, and author from Denver, Colorado.
Susan shares her harrowing experience of losing her father, a Los Angeles police detective, to a planned assassination. She recounts the immediate aftermath and the long-term impact on her mental health, including her struggles with depression and PTSD.
Susan's ...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim interviews Mariana 'Mari' Cooper from La Jolla, California. Mari, an expert in helping people harness their energetic abilities, shares her journey of moving across the country and mastering intuitive living.
They discuss the importance of integrating both 3D physical and 5D energetic senses to fully navigate life. Mari explains the anatomy of the 'aha&a...
This week Kim is taking the microphone solo to share a story that she found meaningful when it happened and even more so today.
Take a listen to this short message about your own self-worth and cutting out a certain four-letter word (it's probably not the one you are thinking of!).
Don't forget to check out the online shop at www.midlifewithcourage.com to get Your Daily Dose of Courage affirmation cards and ...
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage podcast, Kim interviews Elizabeth Bruckner, an acupuncturist, author, and homesteader from Southern California.
Elizabeth shares her journey from chronic illness to becoming an 'accidental homesteader,' emphasizing the importance of making small, sustainable changes for a healthier lifestyle. They discuss her transition away from processed foods, tips for easy home...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim welcomes Ana Pang, a menopause skin and vitality specialist, to discuss her journey and expertise in hormonal balance and natural skincare.
Ana shares her personal story of dealing with eczema and disrupted menstrual cycles in her mid-40s, which led her to research and focus on hormonal balance. She emphasizes the importance of listening to one's body, using natur...
Trigger alert: this episode includes discussion about a murder-suicide event which could be traumatic for some listeners.
In this episode of the Midlife With Courage™ podcast, host Kim sits down with life coach Rhonda Britten to discuss the pivotal role of fear in our lives and how to overcome it.
Rhonda, who has a compelling personal story of witnessing a tragic family event, shares her journey from trauma and alcoho...
Please note: the discussion in this episode is not meant to be used as medical advice. Always see your healthcare provider when considering any changes to your healthcare regimen.
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ podcast, Kim talks with Heather Cracauer, a trained pharmacist who now owns two businesses: a functional medicine consulting service and a full-service travel agency.
Heather shares her personal j...
In this episode of the Midlife With Courage podcast, Kim welcomes visual artist and art therapist Jodi Rose Gonzalez.
Jodi shares her journey from being a successful jewelry designer to becoming an art therapist, yoga teacher, and mindfulness expert. They discuss the concept of courage, redefining it as a blend of strength and softness, and the importance of aligning the inner and outer self.
Jodi also delves into how...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, Kim interviews Dr. Tara Cousineau, a clinical psychologist based in Massachusetts. Dr. Cousineau discusses the origins and effects of perfectionism, offering insights into how it often serves as a protective mechanism rooted in our past experiences.
The conversation covers the impact of inner critical voices, how they manifest in different archetypes, and the importance of self...
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim welcomes Mikelann Valterra, a seasoned money coach, to discuss the intricate relationship between our emotions and financial habits.
Mikelann shares insights into how childhood experiences shape our money mindset and behaviors, highlighting the concept of 'money fog,' which encompasses the stress and anxiety caused by financial vagueness. Throughout the conve...
In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage' podcast, host Kim welcomes the magical Kimmie Sue Hall.
They discuss Kimmie Sue's life in Orlando, Florida, her courageous journey helping a friend overcome alcoholism, her retirement from a 30-year career with Disney, and the personal trials faced when her son battled cancer. She also shares some glimpses into her role as the wife of a rockstar and how the ...
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