Fearless & Forty – Episode 22: The Terrible 12’s & 75 Days Trying

Parenting a 12-year-old is not for the faint of heart — and neither is committing to a 75-day challenge in midlife. This week, we’re diving into both.

We share the highs, lows, and epic eye-rolls of life with a preteen, from unpredictable moods to those rare moments of pure connection that make it all worth it. We talk about saying “yes” to the 75 Hotter Challenge — and how commitment looks when your schedule changes every week thanks to kids, work, and, well, life.

We also break down the differences between the 75 Hard and the 75 Hotter challenges — from strict rules and mental toughness to a more sustainable, self-care-focused approach that fits real life.

We unpack why consistency feels so elusive in midlife, the myth that it “should” be easier by now, and how we can give ourselves grace while still pushing forward.

Whether you’re navigating tween parenting, a personal challenge, or both at the same time, this episode is a reminder that progress > perfection — and showing up messy still counts.

🎧 Listen now and laugh with us through the chaos.

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For Your Reference:

The Every Girl "The 75 Hotter Challenge"

75 Hard 

Mel Robbins "What I Wish I Knew in my 20s"

The Summer I Turned Pretty 

The Gilded Age

And Just Like That

Leanne 

Untamed

The Life List

Defending Jacob 

Gilmore Girls

The Wedding People

What In the World