"I have no idea what forty is supposed to feel like, but I do know this—I have never felt more rooted, more curious, and more me. Not perfect. Not finished. But grounded, growing, and grateful for every version of myself that got me here." --Angela

In this episode listeners will learn:

• Why mindset—not perfection—is what shapes every joy and every challenge.
• 40 life lessons on resilience, boundaries, love, and growth gathered over four decades.
• How to reframe success by chasing peace, presence, and purpose instead of perfection.
• The reminder that you are not behind—you are exactly where you need to be.

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Turning 40 isn’t about having it all figured out, it’s about honoring every messy, beautiful chapter that brought you here. In this episode, I get personal, sharing the raw truths, hard lessons, and quiet victories that shaped me into the woman I am today. From grief and growth to boundaries and breakthroughs, I walk listeners through 40 lessons learned in 40 years.

Whether you’re entering a new decade, navigating a season of change, or simply in need of a reminder that you are not behind, this episode is full of wisdom, encouragement, and real talk. It’s proof that life doesn’t get smaller with age, it gets richer, deeper, and more meaningful.

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