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In this episode, Sharlene shares four essential things to expect as you navigate the journey of starting over and reinventing yourself. She offers practical guidance for women who are in that "in-between" space, helping you move forward with clarity and purpose.


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SUMMARY
In this episode, Sharlene talks with Kate Kayaian about her fascinating journey of starting over, leaving a successful career as a classical cellist to reinvent herself as a coach and author. Kate shares the realities of navigating a major life change when you don't have a clear next step, and how to find clarity in the in-between.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• How does a childhood crush lead to a four-decade career, and what happens when that path no longer feels right?
• What if you're not in crisis, but you still feel a quiet pull to do something different with your life?
• How do you redefine yourself when your identity has been tied to what you do for so long?

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In this episode, we tackle the widely used phrase "midlife crisis" and explore its surprising origins, revealing why it's a misnomer for women navigating major life changes. We'll unpack how the words we use shape our reality and offer empowering ways to reframe your journey of starting over or reinventing yourself, moving from panic to purposeful action.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• Discover the fascinating history behind the term "midlife crisis" and its original intent.
• Understand how the words you choose to describe your experiences can fundamentally change your approach to life's shifts.
• Learn five powerful ways to reframe your current season, recognizing it as an evolution and an act of courage.
• Why embracing this period as a new chapter, rather than a crisis, allows you to make decisions from clarity, not fear.

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Feeling stuck when you're starting over or reinventing yourself can be incredibly frustrating, especially when you don't know what's holding you back. In this episode, Sharlene Lee dives into four quiet internal blocks that often keep capable women from moving forward, helping you gain clarity on what might be operating beneath the surface in your own life.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• Discover why trying to build a new future on an old sense of self can leave you feeling like you're swimming upstream.
• Understand how your brain's natural wiring might be creating resistance, even when you crave a new beginning.
• Learn to spot the sneaky, quiet beliefs that might be invisibly limiting your choices and attempts to move forward.


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🎧Previous episode: Reinvention, Uncover Your True Self 🎧


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In this episode, I'm joined by finance expert Linda Grizley to explore how our personal money stories shape our financial lives. We dive into understanding our unique relationship with money and how to rebuild our finances effectively as we navigate starting over and reinventing ourselves.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• How do our past experiences and beliefs create our 'money stories' and impact our financial decisions today?
• Why do capable women often feel behind with money, even when they're successful in other areas of life?
• What practical strategies can you use to change unhelpful money behaviors, like impulse buying?
• What does your future self have to do with your money mondset today?
• Why is addressing your finances a vital part of holistically rebuilding your life, especially for women?

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Lindagiz.com.                                                                                                                        💰Find out your money personality💰 - free quiz

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SUMMARY
Feeling stuck when you're starting over or reinventing yourself is a common experience, but what if 'stuck' isn't just one thing? In this solo episode, Sharlene Lee explores two distinct reasons women feel stuck and offers practical guidance on how to move forward, helping you find the clarity you need to take your next step.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• Discover why two women can say they feel 'stuck' and be describing completely different experiences.
• Which type of stuck are you - Woman A Woman B?
• Learn real reason why even though you've tried, nothing has worked for you yet
• Find out why identifying your specific type of 'stuck' is the beginning of getting unstuck and moving forward.


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Take the Quiz — https://sharlenelee.com/where-are-you
🎧 Episode on holistic rebuilding 🎧
🎧 Episode on identity 🎧



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SUMMARY
Many women believe that starting over means starting from nothing, but this episode challenges that idea. Sharlene helps you discover that you're actually bringing a wealth of experience, skills, and wisdom into your new chapter, making rebuilding and reinventing your life an empowering journey. You are not starting from scratch; you are starting from everything you've become.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• Why does it feel so real to believe you're starting from nothing, even after significant loss?
• What essential assets are you truly bringing with you into your new chapter, even if you feel lost?
• How can acknowledging your past experiences empower your journey of reinventing yourself?
• What practical tools can help you concretely see all the strengths you possess for rebuilding your life?


RESOURCES
Take the Quiz — https://sharlenelee.com/where-are-you
Free Starting Over Audit


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SUMMARY
Feeling the pull toward a new chapter but unsure how to actually get there? In this solo episode, Sharlene dives into coaching as a powerful tool for women who are starting over or reinventing themselves. Discover what coaching truly is, how it differs from counseling, and how it can help you gain clarity and direction in your life.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• The crucial distinction between coaching and counseling
• How can coaching help you uncover your own wisdom as you rebuild your life?
• What are the key signs that indicate coaching might be the right next step for you?


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SUMMARY
In this insightful episode, Sharlene chats with Sunaina Mehta, the "queen of starting over," about the art of rebuilding your life after major changes. They explore how clarifying your identity is the foundation for moving forward, especially when you're navigating life transitions and reinventing yourself.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
• What does it mean to evolve rather than just reinvent yourself when starting over?
• How can clarifying who you are make moving forward so much easier?
• Why is restlessness actually a powerful sign that you're ready for your next chapter?
• What is 'graceful rebellion' and how can it help you choose yourself?
• How can you apply a strategic design process to author your own next chapter?


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Guest's Website: https://designyournext.studio/

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Sunaina Mehta: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sunainamehta/

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designyournext.studio (Company)

theleelacollective.com (Blog)

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SUMMARY
Feeling lost when starting over? In this episode, Sharlene Lee guides you through the five key areas of identity work, helping you shed false identities and clarify your true self. Discover how this internal work is the foundation for rebuilding your life with clarity and purpose.

WHAT TO LISTEN FOR

• What are the five essential areas of identity work?
• What happens when you clarify your true self, define your values, and set clear boundaries?
• How does your unique purpose naturally emerge when you do this deep internal work?
• What's your very next step if you're ready to explore your identity more deeply?

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Sharlene Lee's website: sharlenelee.com

Episodes mentioned: Why Identity is the Key to Reinvention

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