Midlife State of Mind Podcast

Midlife State of Mind Podcast

Welcome to the show for that MIDDLE section of your journey...the one that hits AFTER you‘ve raised yourself, raised your kids, and raised the rim on your rose-colored glasses. Sit back, relax, and let‘s talk about the weird and wonderful ways things change sailing into midlife...the state of mind, that is.

Episodes

August 14, 2024 10 mins

Are you confident enough in trusting your inner authority or intuition over cultural and societal expectations.  Learning to listen to your gut can be honed with practice.  Listen in to today's episode to learn more about how to flex your intuitive muscle.

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It seems like wherever you turn these days, people are divided in their views.  Having disparate views is certainly okay - the issue is our unwillingness to not respect someone who doesn't believe the same way that we do.

In today's episode, Erin delves into some of the reasons that contribute to our inability to see another's viewpoint on the issues that are important to us.  Listen in and then weigh in on your thoughts.

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July 24, 2024 8 mins

How many times have you talked yourself out of doing something because it won't be perfect?  It's common to let our fear of failure and judgement hold us back from new ventures.  Listen in to today's episode to hear Erin's thoughts on striving for perfection.

 

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July 17, 2024 9 mins

We've all cancelled last minute on someone at some point in our life. But what do you do when that one friend continually commits to something and then backs out?

 

In today's episode, Erin shares her personal experience with flakiness and what research attributes to the rise in this phenomenon.

Article referenced:

https://science.howstuffworks.com/life/inside-the-mind/emotions/why-do-people-keep-flaking-out.htm#:~:text=Human%20nat...

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With all the talk of women supporting women does it really translate into action?  In today's episode, Erin discusses her observations and what research into the psychology of this phenomenon really shows.  Listen in and then share your thoughts on MSOM socials.

Book I referenced by Pat Heim & colleagues:

https://www.amazon.com/Hardball-Women-Winning-Business-Third/dp/0142181773/ref=sr_1_1?keywords=pat+heim&qid=1577754411&a...

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June 26, 2024 10 mins

Many great philosophers, authors and even the Bible have extolled the benefits of how knowing thyself is the beginning of great wisdom.  Midlife offers a wonderful time to explore and deepen the insight into knowing yourself better and discovering new attributes of what make you unique.  In today's episode, Erin shares several of the personality tests that are available to take and shares her results and what it taught her about he...

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When our children remember events differently than we do it can cause some issue - especially if they have a negative take on it.  In today's episode, Erin discusses a recent interaction with her grown son and how she had to work against her natural inclination to become defensive.

 

Parenting adult children has its unique challenges and opportunities and MSOM is here for them all!  Listen in and then share your thoughts on our soc...

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June 12, 2024 10 mins

When you join a group or community that has a set of rules, is it okay to then ask for an exception to the rules?  

In today's episode, Erin talks about an interaction where someone wanted to have an exception made for them and her thoughts on it.  Listen in to see if you agree with her or feel like exceptions should be the rule.

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June 5, 2024 10 mins

It's quite common to mask our authentic selves at times to accommodate different situations.  In today's episode, Erin delves into some of the most common reasons we mask ourselves and ways to combat it so we can live as our true selves.

 

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May 22, 2024 11 mins

Why do we have a tendency to view surrender as defeat?  The road to surrendering is often harder than the actual act of surrendering.  In today's episode, Erin discusses this and why it's a lot more complicated than just "letting it go."

 

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May 15, 2024 9 mins

Doing things you don't like to do is never fun.  But, like paying taxes and completing household chores - some things can't be avoided.

In today's episode, Erin shares how a recent conversation prompted this episode and some techniques she uses when tackling unpleasant tasks.

 

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Even in the best of relationships, long-term ones can present challenges.  Listen in to Erin's tips that she has gleaned from being married for almost 34 years (to the same person :) )and then join in the conversation on MSOM's FB or IG.

 

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April 24, 2024 10 mins

All or nothing thinking impedes our self-development, stifles creativity and leaves us feeling unfulfilled in any endeavor we undertake.  Not seeing things as either black or white allows us to gain perspective and acknowledge the middle ground in most situations. Listen in as Erin discusses this form of cognitive dissonance and why living in the gray is sometimes the place to be.

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April 17, 2024 10 mins

In a lot of earth-based traditions there is the idea of the 3 main female archetypes - the Maiden, the Mother and the Crone.

In today's episode, Erin explores the general behaviors, attributes and drawbacks for each one.  For the women in midlife, the Crone can be an especially interesting time with the transition from the more outwardly focused Mother to the more reflective Crone.  Listen in to hear how she is embracing her Crone ...

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Being your own health advocate is imperative at any stage of life but especially as you begin navigating any potential health concerns of midlife.

In this episode, Erin shares why she feels it's important to be your own advocate and ways to accomplish it best.  

 

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Passing judgement is a natural part of being human.  Our brains are making snap judgements continually but it's a fine line between doing it for safety or just being condemnatory.  

Listen in to today's episode where Erin shares her recent experience with judging and how she works to counter the instinctual habit of doing it.

 

 

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March 27, 2024 8 mins

Do you ever feel like you're behind the eight ball and not doing enough?  It could be in your professional, personal or any aspect of your life.

 

In this episode, Erin dives into her aha moment after recent meetings with experts in social media and marketing.  Her takeaway is that instead of relying on what others are telling her that it's important to lean into her own intuition and inner wisdom.  Listen in and join in the conver...

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March 20, 2024 7 mins

There comes a time where you may begin to question the stories you've been told or had written for you by others.  This requires grace, strength and a willingness to look inward and trust your own wisdom.  It's important to ask yourself, what are you willing to let go of, abolish or rewrite?

Listen in to today's episode to hear Erin discuss this deep and compelling topic.

 

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March 13, 2024 7 mins

How do you handle unsolicited input/advice?  Do you find yourself giving unsolicited input/advice to others?  In today's episode, Erin dives into the whys behind both of these phenomena and how to handle them.

 

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March 6, 2024 8 mins

Fear is our strongest emotion and for good reason...it's kept us alive as a species for millennia.  But it also keeps us from living to our fullest potential.  Listen in as Erin shares how to tell fear to take a hike!

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