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*This is a duplicate of episode 80 due to systems issues.*   Do you default to talking about bad weather, terrible traffic, or how busy you are? You might be using complaining as your primary conversation style without even realizing it. In this episode, we explore how chronic complaining drains your energy, keeps relationships surface-level, and physically rewires your brain to look for the negative. Let's talk about strategies to break the cycle, embrace healthy venting, and train your mind to look for the good.  What You’ll Learn: ✔ The Complaint Trap: How habitual complaining kills your productivity and makes you "smaller" just to comfort others.  ✔ Brain Rewiring: How your reticular activating system adapts to find more negativity the more you complain.  ✔ The "No Complaining" Rule: A framework requiring you to offer a solution every time you complain.  ✔ Venting vs. Complaining: How to put a "fence" around venting using a 5-minute timer so you process emotions without getting stuck. Episode Chapters: 00:00 - Is complaining your default conversation style?02:13 - My personal wake-up call about complaining10:32 - How complaining drains energy and rewires your brain19:06 - The "No Complaining" rule and shifting conversations28:30 - Training your brain to look for "glimmers"Links & Resources: The No Complaining Rule by Jon Gordon Connect with Cheryl on socials: @cherylpfischer Take Action Today: Audit Your Chats: Listen to your next few conversations. Are you defaulting to "I'm so busy" or traffic complaints? Prepare Pivot Questions: Have positive questions ready, like "What was good about your weekend?" to gently redirect negative chatter.Hunt for Glimmers: Find one tiny moment of joy today (like a great cup of coffee) to start retraining your brain to see the positive.Why This Episode Matters Midlife is full of valid stressors, making it incredibly easy to bond over shared grievances. By intentionally shifting how you speak, you literally rewire your brain to find joy, transforming not just your conversations, but your entire reality. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Does the word "organization" strike fear into your heart? If you have spent decades calling yourself a "piler," a "messy person," or someone who just "cannot handle paper," it is no wonder your house reflects that reality. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, certified life and organizing coach Tracy Hoth joins me to explain why decluttering isn't just about buying cute bins at Target—it is entirely about your mindset. We dive into why we unconsciously use clutter to protect ourselves from difficult emotions (like the guilt of cleaning out a parent's house) and how to rewrite your identity so that getting organized actually feels easy. If you are tired of staring at the junk drawer or drowning in mail, and you want a simple, step-by-step system to finally create space in your life, this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The Identity Trap: Why you can never out-perform or out-organize your own identity, and how to borrow confidence from the areas of your life where you are organized (like your career or planning vacations)  ✔ The "Opt-Out" Secret: The website you need to visit today to drastically reduce the amount of junk mail, credit card offers, and donation requests flooding your house  ✔ The Psychology of Clutter: How to ask yourself, "How is this clutter protecting me?" to uncover the hidden fears or unresolved grief keeping you stuck   ✔ The S.P.A.C.E. Method: Tracy's brilliant 5-step system for a 15-minute declutter challenge, including why you must always sort like-items together before making a single decision  Take Action Today: Stop the Mail: Visit optoutprescreen.com to stop receiving credit card and insurance offers in the mail.Grab the Free Challenge: Go to simplysquaredaway.com/declutter to download Tracy's free 15-Minute Declutter Challenge.Connect with Tracy on Instagram at @tracyhoth, on the web at simplysquaredaway.com, and grab the free declutter training at simplysquaredaway.com/training.Take the Quiz: Are you smack dab in menopause or just in the mayhem of midlife? Take the fun quiz at cherylpfischer.com/menopausequiz.Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

If you are agonizing over a major life decision right now—like whether to move an aging parent, pivot your career, or raise the prices in your business, you’re not alone. Midlife is packed with heavy choices, and if you're like me, you've written a dozen "pros and cons" lists that still haven't given you any peace. In this episode, I am diving into why logical lists fail us when our nervous systems are disturbed. We explore how to listen to the quiet intuition in your body, why making the right choice might feel uncomfortable, and how to finally move forward. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The Pro/Con Trap: Why analytical lists don't work when a decision creates a nervous system disturbance or challenges your self-image ✔ Safety vs. Growth: Why your brain tries to keep you in your comfort zone, and why feeling uncomfortable doesn't mean you made the wrong choice ✔ Decoding Post-Decision Regret: How to tell if you actually made a mistake, or if your self-image just needs time to catch up to the new reality 🎯 OMG Moment: Your brain is wired to keep you in your comfort zone to keep you alive and safe, but sometimes the discomfort you feel isn't a warning sign. It's just the growing pains of becoming a more confident version of yourself. Take Action Today: A few minutes of quiet: Sit in a comfortable chair for a few minutes with no technology to give your subconscious brain space to actually talk to you.Direct Your Mind Movie: Close your eyes and visualize the exact outcome you want—what you hear, see, and feel—leaving aside all practicalities and limitations. Find the Psycho Cybernetics book here.Book a Discovery Call: If you need an outside perspective to help untangle your thoughts, visit cherylpfischer.com/coaching to explore how coaching can help you confidently move forward.Why This Episode Matters Midlife demands that we make massive decisions for ourselves, our businesses, and our families. By learning to quiet the noise and tap into our physical intuition, we can make empowered choices that align with who we are becoming, even if it feels a little scary at first. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you in your late 30s or your 40s and wondering if your sudden mood swings, brain fog, or even itchy ears are just stress—or if they are the start of perimenopause? You’re NOT alone, and it is perfectly normal to feel confused. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, Cheryl is joined by veteran health journalist Meghan Rabbitt, author of the incredibly comprehensive new book, The New Rules of Women’s Health: Your Guide to Thriving at Every Age. We dive into why we need to move beyond "bikini medicine" and look at the whole picture of women's health. Meghan shares her expert research on decoding perimenopause, prepping for doctor appointments, and what your past pregnancies might reveal about your future heart health. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The Symptom Checklist: Perimenopause encompasses over 100 different symptoms, including surprising ones ✔ How to Prep for the Doctor: Treat your doctor's appointment like a meeting with your accountant by bringing a prioritized list of your symptoms  ✔ The "Advocate" Strategy: Bringing a trusted friend or partner to your appointment is a game-changer   ✔ The Upsides of Menopause: The transition can lead to increased confidence, stepping into your own power, and caring less about the little things  🎯 OMG Moment: Track your symptoms. Know yourself. You'll be empowered to speak up and to get the care - and the discussions about that care - that you need. Take Action Today: Read the Book: Get Meghan's book, The New Rules of Women’s Health, to educate yourself on everything from gut and brain health to menopause.Find Meghan Online: Follow her on Instagram @meghanrabbitt or visit thenewrulesofwomenshealth.com for ongoing advocacy tips.Listen to MYM episodes on brain fog, hypnosis for menopause, and hormones.Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Have you ever walked into a room and completely forgotten why you went in there, or found yourself staring blankly in the middle of a sentence because you just cannot find the word? You’re NOT alone — and it doesn't mean you are losing your mind. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, scientist, researcher, and health coach Dr. Christine Boev joins Cheryl to dive deep into the real brain science behind perimenopause and menopause brain fog . What You’ll Learn: ✔ The surprising root cause of brain fog and cognitive decline in midlife: Systemic Inflammation  ✔ Why Alzheimer's is now being called "Type 3 Diabetes" and how insulin resistance directly impacts your brain cells  ✔ The 30-Day Reset: How to pull back the curtain on inflammation by temporarily eliminating the four main culprits  ✔ Why Creatine Monohydrate is the #1 inexpensive, safe, and effective daily supplement for midlife women's brain health  ✔ The truth about Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT): How estradiol and progesterone physically wash the "icky stuff" (like amyloid plaques) out of your brain during deep sleep  🎯 OMG Moment: Your brain consumes the majority of glucose and requires the most amount of insulin than any other organ in your body. Brain fog is simply your brain saying, "I can't do what you're asking me to do." Take Action Today: Connect with Dr. Christine Boev at mastermenopause.com and on social media @DrChristineBoev.Reframe Your Food: Stop calling it a "diet" and start calling it a "fueling plan." You wouldn't put dirty gas in a sports car; treat your body with the same respect.Consider Creatine: Talk to your doctor about adding 5 grams of creatine monohydrate to your daily routine (like in your morning coffee) to help your brain make more energy.Check Your Carbs: Swap carbohydrates that come in a package or a bag for natural carbs that come from the earth (like potatoes, rice, and fruit) to stabilize your blood sugar.Why This Episode Matters By making small, strategic tweaks to our food, supplements, and hormones, we can clear the fog and step back into our authority. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Have you ever felt completely overwhelmed by the sheer volume of advice about what you "should" be doing in midlife? You’re NOT alone. After speaking to a room of over 125 women at a recent local business event about "Busting the Myths of Menopause," I realized something important: we are drowning in information, but starving for simplicity. In this episode, I’m stripping away the complicated 10-step morning routines and the overwhelming lists. Instead, we are focusing on how to filter the noise, trust your sources, and implement the smallest, easiest shifts that actually make a difference to your body and your mindset. If you are tired of feeling like your aging body is failing you — and you want a gentler, more effective approach to navigating this season — listen in. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The "Information Overwhelm" Trap: Why having too many podcasts, videos, and articles about menopause is actually causing us more stress (and how to filter it)  ✔ Why you need to stop blaming your body for getting older, and how to shift into a mindset of gratitude and care  ✔ How to train your brain to look for "Glimmers" (micro-moments of joy) to naturally lower your anxiety without toxic positivity  Take Action Today: Listen to the episode with Adrian about talking to your doctor and with Kirsten about hydration.Grab the Discount: Use the code PROFILE50 at cherylpfischer.com/coaching to get 50% off your Being Profile assessment and a 2-hour debrief with me (only a few left!). Hydrate with Purpose: Add an electrolyte drop (like 40,000 Volts) to your water to actually absorb your hydration. Why This Episode Matters We are navigating one of the most complex physical transitions of our lives while being bombarded with conflicting advice. By learning to quiet the noise and focus on tiny, achievable acts of self-care, we can move through midlife with less friction and more peace. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you feeling stuck in a toxic work environment, struggling to let go of an old identity, or blaming yourself when things just aren't working out? You’re NOT alone — and it is never too late to pull up your roots and replant yourself.  In this Changemakers episode, licensed therapist, speaker, and author Mary Rothwell joins me to share her journey of leaving a 32-year career in higher education after a leadership change turned her beloved job into a nightmare. Mary shares the messy reality of midlife entrepreneurship and how she eventually found her true path by combining her mental health expertise with her deep love for nature . If you are ready to stop forcing yourself to bloom in the wrong soil — and want to learn how to honor your "essential nature" — this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The Physical Toll of Toxic Jobs: Why we often blame ourselves when a boss treats us poorly, and how to trust the physical signs (like stomach aches) telling you to leave ✔ Abandoning Your Identity: The grief and challenge of walking away from a successful 32-year career to start completely over  ✔ Plant Wisdom: How to figure out if you are a "shade person" or a "sun person" and why you shouldn't apologize for your environment needs  ✔ Forest Bathing for Beginners: The science-backed benefits of immersing yourself in nature to lower anxiety, and how to do it even in an urban setting  🎯 OMG Moment: If you see a houseplant or a tree struggling to grow, you look at its environment. You check the light, the soil, the water. You never look at a struggling plant and think, "My goodness, that is a lazy plant. It's not trying hard enough." Yet, when we struggle in an environment we weren't built for, the first thing we do is blame ourselves . Take Action Today: Connect with Mary: Visit her website at maryrothwell.net to learn about her "Build and Burn" coaching membership .Join the Launch Team: Go to maryrothwell.net/launchteam to get early access to audio chapters as Mary launches her new book, Nature Knows.Try Micro-Forest Bathing: Find your favorite tree on your way to work, put your hand on the bark, and use your senses to connect and ground your nervous system.Grab the Story Cycle Resource: If you are struggling to process your emotions around a career change, download my free tool at cherylpfischer.com/storycycleWhy This Episode Matters Midlife is a time of massive transition. We often *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you a woman over 40 feeling anxious about bladder leaks when you sneeze, laugh, or jump? You’re NOT alone — but you don't have to just live with it. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, certified health coach and Pfilates instructor Patricia Linderman joins me to break down pelvic floor health, the reality of prolapse, and the real muscular mechanics behind why we leak and how we can stop it. What You’ll Learn: ✔ How your core acts like a "can" and why deep, three-dimensional breathing is like taking your pelvic floor for 10,000 steps  ✔ Why a tight pelvic floor can cause just as many problems (like pain and cramping) as a weak one  ✔ Practical steps to properly perform a Kegel using the "rolled-up towel" method  ✔ What women REALLY need to know about the "partner muscles" (glutes and inner thighs) that turbocharge your pelvic floor strength  ✔ How to use "bracing" to prevent leaks in the exact moment you are about to cough or sneeze  🎯 OMG Moment: A shocking reality check: There are more incontinence pads sold in the United States than menstrual pads. Even more staggering, serious incontinence is one of the primary reasons women are forced to enter assisted living. Leaks might be common, but they are an indication of muscle weakness, not an inevitable sentence of aging. Take Action Today: Connect with Patricia at fierceafter45.com and explore Pelvic Floor Pilates at pfilates.com Listen to the episodes on breathwork and on talking to your doctorChoose ONE small step to build your mind-body connection this week, like taking three deep breaths without hunching over your phone Why This Episode Matters Midlife is a powerful turning point. We are often sold the message that pads and surgeries are our only options. By understanding how to train this hidden muscle group just like we train our shoulders or biceps, we reclaim our bodily autonomy and our quality of life. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you a woman over 40 or 50 feeling stuck in analysis paralysis, second-guessing every decision from your career to your kitchen renovations, or trapped in a loop of "what if it goes wrong?" You’re NOT alone. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, I’m sharing the story of my coaching client, Mandy—a highly successful entrepreneur who suddenly found herself unable to move forward on even simple projects. We are diving deep into the Being Profile to uncover why smart, experienced midlife women get trapped in "mental traffic." We’ll explore how an unhealthy relationship with fear, anxiety, and peace of mind creates overwhelm, and why your subconscious brain is working overtime to keep you safely stuck. If you are ready to stop researching and start doing — and want to trade constant inner friction for ease and flow — this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The critical difference between Fear (past threats) and Anxiety (future worries) and how they disguise themselves as "preparation"  ✔ How to measure your Effectiveness and why constant struggle isn't a badge of honor  ✔ The danger of "Mental Traffic": How repeating "it's never going to work" in your head physically stops you from making decisions  ✔ Why connecting to a Higher Purpose is the secret to pulling yourself out of short-term comfort traps  🎯 OMG Moment: You caught yourself telling yourself all day that it wouldn't work? Catching yourself is good, because imagine how long that would have kept going. Awareness is the first step to rewiring your subconscious . Take Action Today: Book a Free Coaching Call: Grab one of the limited discount codes this spring to take your own Being Profile assessment and uncover what's keeping you stuck at cherylpfischer.com/coaching .Dream Without Limits: Find a quiet spot, calm your nervous system, and write down exactly what you want your outcome to look like without worrying about the "how" .Adopt a "Stuck" Affirmation: Next time you are spiraling in analysis, use a pattern interrupt like tapping or repeating the affirmation: "I can figure it out."Listen to episode 70.Midlife women have decades of lived experience and success—we are experts at navigating life . Yet, when our internal "peace of mind" is low and our fear is high, we forget our own capability.  Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you riding the "bumpy ride" of perimenopause and wondering if there is an alternative to Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT)? You’re NOT alone — and you have more options than you think.  In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, Damon Iacovelli, a Master of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine, joins me to break down the science behind acupuncture, Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM), and how these ancient practices offer a modern solution for hot flashes, sleep issues, and midlife anxiety. If you are curious about needles but afraid of pain — or if you are looking for a safe, non-hormonal way to regulate your body and calm your nervous system — this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The Science of Acupuncture: How it affects pain and inflammation ✔ Nervous System Reset: Why acupuncture is powerful for switching your body from "fight or flight" (high cortisol) to "rest and digest"  ✔ The HRT Alternative: Why acupuncture is a safe, effective option for women who cannot take hormones due to breast cancer history or blood clotting disorders  ✔ Does It Hurt? The truth about needle sensation and why many patients actually fall asleep during treatment  🎯 OMG Moment: "Women in Chinese culture are the center of the family... that becomes the foundation of the culture and the society." In Traditional Chinese Medicine, your symptoms are valid, and your health is prioritized because when you are healthy, the foundation of everything around you is stronger . Take Action Today: Connect with Damon Iacovelli: Visit allevaacu.com (Alleva Acupuncture) in Northern Virginia or call 571-388-7028.Find a Local Practitioner: If you aren't in the DC/NOVA area, use the NCCAOM database at nccaom.org to find a licensed acupuncturist near you.Trust Yourself: If you feel something is off in your body, believe it. You deserve care that validates your experience.Why This Episode Matters Midlife symptoms like hot flashes and anxiety aren't just annoyances; they are signs of dysregulation in the body. Acupuncture offers a way to treat the root cause rather than just masking the symptoms, proving that you don't have to just "muscle through" this season of life. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you a woman over 40 feeling "sandwiched" between conflicting needs, stuck in analysis paralysis, or simply numbing out at the end of the day? You’re NOT alone. In this episode, I’m exploring the invisible force that might be sitting in the driver's seat of your life: Fear. I’m breaking down the 4 subtle signs that fear is making your decisions for you, sharing my own vulnerable results from the Being Profile assessment, and giving you a strategy to tap into your true courage. If you are tired of micromanaging the small stuff because the big stuff feels out of control — or if you’re ready to move from worry to resourcefulness — this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The 4 silent signs that fear is running your life (including "buffering" and saying "yes" with resentment)  ✔ The critical difference between Fear (past threats) and Anxiety (future unknowns) and why it matters  ✔ How to use the Being Profile to measure your relationship with courage, vulnerability, and self-expression  ✔ A simple 2-step process to ask: "What would I do if I had no fear?"  🎯 OMG Moment: Courage in midlife is not the absence of anxiety, worry, or fear. It's being able to move through that anxiety, worry, and fear and make the decision that is absolutely the best decision for you... and take steps forward.  Take Action Today: Book a Free Coaching Call: Grab one of the 6 spots this spring to review your Being Profile and uncover your blind spots at cherylpfischer.com/coachingDownload the Resource: Get the free Story Cycle tool at cherylpfischer.com/storycycle to help process your thoughts.The "Pause" Check: When you catch yourself numbing or obsessing over small details, stop and ask: "What am I feeling right now, and what do I care about that is making me feel this way?" .Why This Episode Matters Midlife often feels like a balancing act where we question if we've made mistakes or if we're running out of time. By understanding our relationship with fear and anxiety, we can choose to be resourceful, responsible, and courageous instead. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Part 3: If you're feeling frustrated with how your clothes fit, unhappy with what you see in the mirror, or struggling to find the motivation to exercise and eat well, you’re NOT alone. In this third episode of our Confidence Deep Dive tapping mini-series, I’m guiding you through a specific practice to address body image struggles and the discouragement that often comes with midlife physical changes. If you feel like your body is changing no matter what you do — and you’re ready to move from frustration to a place of calm, healthy action — this episode is for you. **Remember that you have direct email access to me at [email protected].  Send your questions and comments anytime. Take Action: Save This Episode: Bookmark this recording so you can repeat this practice daily. Repetition is how we reformulate our subconscious beliefs.Personalize Your Script: If my examples about weight don't resonate, swap them for your specific struggle (e.g., "my lack of motivation to exercise") .Book a Free Call: If you want help creating a personalized tapping script for your unique situation, visit cherylpfischer.com/coaching.Why This Episode Matters Midlife bodies change, and it's normal to feel upset about it. But staying stuck in frustration and self-criticism only spikes your cortisol and kills your motivation. By using tapping to process these emotions, you clear the mental space needed to treat your body with the kindness and care it deserves. Take just a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you a woman over 40 or 50 struggling with hot flashes, battling insomnia, or feeling like you are losing control amidst the massive identity shifts of midlife? You’re NOT alone — and you’re not out of options. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, clinical hypnotherapist Sarah Rubens joins me to demystify hypnosis and explain why it is one of only two non-hormonal treatments for menopause symptoms recognized by The Menopause Society. If you are ready to learn how to update your brain's "software" to reduce anxiety and regulate your body temperature — this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ Hollywood vs. Reality: Why hypnosis isn't mind control, but a natural state of focused attention (like "highway hypnosis")  ✔ The "Ice Block" Technique: A powerful visualization to cool your body down instantly during a hot flash  ✔ Sleep reprogramming: How to shift your identity from "bad sleeper" to someone who rests easily  ✔ Navigating Grief: Why midlife transitions are actually "mini losses" and how to process the ambiguous grief of change  🎯 OMG Moment: You are not powerless in transition. Midlife can make you feel like your body is revolting against you, but hypnosis reminds you that you still have agency and can retrain your brain. Hypnosis for confidence and self care sounds amazing. Take Action Today: Connect with Sarah Rubens: Visit treestarhypnosis.com for a free consultation or follow her on Instagram @treestarhypnosis.Take the Quiz: Are you in "Mega Menopause" or just dealing with midlife madness? Go to cherylpfischer.com/menopausequiz to find out.Read: Check out the book Money Magic by Michelle Masters mentioned in the episode.Listen: listen to the previous hynoptherapy episode and the hot flashes episodeWhy This Episode Matters Hypnosis offers a science-backed way to take the wheel back, proving that while we can't always control what happens to us, we can absolutely control how our brain and body respond to it. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Part 2: In this second episode of our Confidence Deep Dive tapping mini-series, I’m guiding you through a specific practice to handle general stress about world events, political strife, and the negativity we see in the news. If you find yourself "doom scrolling" or feeling unsafe in these turbulent times — and you’re ready to lower your cortisol so you can breathe again — this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The "High Stress" Protocol: Why you must tap on the negative emotion first if your distress is an 8, 9, or 10  ✔ Why watching the news is often worse for your nervous system than reading it (and how to set boundaries)  ✔ A guided tapping round to validate your fear and calm your body without trying to "fix" it immediately  Take Action Today: Save This Episode: Click the "plus" or save button in your podcast app so you can return to this guided session whenever the news gets overwhelming.Check Your Number: Before tapping, ask yourself: Is my stress above a 5? If so, start with the "negative only" round to honor those feelings first .Audit Your Intake: Experiment with reading the news instead of watching it to reduce the emotional impact on your nervous system. Why This Episode Matters Midlife is already complex enough without carrying the weight of the entire world on your shoulders. When we get mired down by external strife, our bodies stay in a state of high alert. This practice gives you a way to acknowledge the reality of the world while still choosing to create a safe, calm space within your own body. Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website

Are you a woman over 40 or 50 losing sleep over retirement money, health changes, or simply getting stuck in traffic? You’re NOT alone — and you’re not broken. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, I’m diving into the neuroscience behind why we worry, why our brains are wired to prioritize "safety" over happiness, and why the old advice of "don't get your hopes up" is actually sabotaging your success. If you are tired of the constant worry loop running in the background of your day — and want a data-driven tool to prove your fears wrong — this episode is for you. What You’ll Learn: ✔ The shocking statistic: Why 85% of what we worry about never actually happens  ✔ How your subconscious brain uses worry as a misguided safety mechanism to keep you alive  ✔ The Worry Outcome Journal: A 4-step experiment to retrain your brain and lower your distress  🎯 OMG Moment: If 85% of our worries never happen, and we handle the remaining 15% better than we expected, that means roughly 97% of our worrying is a waste of mental energy. We are risking our health and cortisol levels for problems that don't exist. Take Action Today: Start a Worry Outcome Journal.Subscribe to the Tapping Mini-Series: Visit cherylpfischer.com/bonusepisodes to access the private Confidence Deep Dive series on Tapping (EFT) to help interrupt your worry patterns .Catch the "Vent": Notice if your "venting" has turned into chronic complaining and interrupt the pattern .Why This Episode Matters Midlife is full of real transitions—from aging parents to physical changes. But when we live in a constant state of "fight or flight," we spike our cortisol and damage our health. By using data to challenge our worries, we can move from a state of fear to a state of calm capability. Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife. *Start your day with Energy Fizz and GreenSynergy Elixir: cherylpfischer.com/recommendations (and use the code ARBONNE10) Support the show 🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence! 🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us. 💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation? Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/coachingLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women. Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website