say YES to yourself! | Midlife Reinvention & Empowerment for Women

From Life Sentence to Second Chances: A Story of Freedom & Redemption | Judy Henderson


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Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Judy Henderson, a woman who served 36 years of a life sentence before receiving clemency and walking free in 2017. Today, Judy is a speaker, advocate, and living testament to the power of never giving up on yourself.

They explore:

  •  How Judy went from hopelessness to self-leadership behind bars
  •  The pivotal moments that changed her sentence - and her life
  •  What freedom really means after decades of incarceration

Judy’s story will challenge what you believe about second chances and remind you that it’s never too late to rewrite the story of your life.

This episode is your proof that hope is never wasted—and that the next chapter can be your most powerful yet.

Connect with Judy:

Get her book: When the Light Finds Us

JudyAnnHenderson.com

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