Gen X Juggler Podcast

Gen X Juggler Podcast

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Gen X Juggler Podcast episodes

  • GXJ Replay: Burned Out, Stuck, and Dreaming of More? How to Leave Corporate and Find Your True Calling with Shelley McIntyre
    This show features Shelley McIntyre, a certified coach specializing in helping Gen X professionals leave corporate life and start creative ventures that align with their values.
     
    Shelley discusses recognizing signs that it's time for a career change, the importance of reconnecting with one's values and essence, and practical steps for making a successful transition. She also shares stories of clients who have found fulfillment in new careers and offers advice for others contemplating a similar move.
     
    00:00 Gen X Crossroads
    01:00 Meet Shelly McIntyre
    01:49 Stuck Between Roles
    03:17 Build a New Foundation
    03:45 Rediscover Values
    05:15 Values in Action
    09:04 Loyalty Myth Breaks
    12:08 Start Before Burnout
    12:53 Essence Exercise
    15:54 Take Your Power Back
    17:55 Call Your Network
    19:41 Delegate What Drains You
    20:29 Leap Story Begins
    21:24 Joy Led Career Pivot
    21:56 Ballroom Dance Handbook
    23:10 Your Interests Matter
    24:46 Signs Its Time To Pivot
    28:00 Stop Negative Bonding
    29:55 First Practical Steps
    32:45 Build Your Support Network
    35:56 Offgassing After Quitting
    39:09 Where To Find Shelly
     
    Links to Shelley McIntyre:
     
    https://burnthemapcoaching.com/
     
    https://www.instagram.com/burnthemapcoaching/
     
    https://www.linkedin.com/in/shelley-mcintyre?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app
     
    For speaking and event inquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

     

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    41 min
  • GXJ Replay: Midlife, Masculinity, and Meaning with Maxim Shapiro
    This week on the Gen X Juggler podcast, Deb welcomes life coach Maxim Shapiro about men, midlife crisis, and authenticity in a culture redefining masculinity. Shapiro shares his personal journey from lifelong depression and playing small—shaped in part by being an only child of Soviet immigrants whose parents kept him sheltered—toward reclaiming risk, self-respect, and an “inner hero,” sparked by a coach who later became his romantic partner.
     
    They discuss how Gen X wasn’t taught to trust intuition, how midlife crises can happen despite external success when accomplishments don’t match inner contentment, and the importance of living a genuine rather than performative life. The conversation also covers “toxic masculinity” versus masculinity, men and women as complementary rather than competing, shifting gender roles, and family choices.
    00:00 Gen X Midlife Shift
    01:05 Meet Coach Max
    02:19 Depression And Playing Small
    04:59 A Wake Up At Forty
    07:33 Men And Women Complement
    09:53 Roots Of Fear And Safety
    13:11 Finding Intuition And Authenticity
    18:10 Sponsor Thermostat Wars
    19:02 What Midlife Crisis Really Is
    21:38 Authentic vs Performative Life
    24:08 From Self Discovery to Coaching
    25:29 Reframing Toxic Masculinity
    30:25 Men and Women Same Team
    32:40 Bear vs Man Debate
    35:14 Authenticity and Family Choices
    39:47 Midlife Wake Up Call
    40:33 Where to Find Maxim
    41:29 Closing Thoughts
     
    Links to Maxim Shapiro:

     

    Forwardmotioncoach.ing

    https://youtube.com/@maximshapiro?si=vXc4-upO3666bCJ9

    https://www.facebook.com/share/182xKB5N1m/?mibextid=wwXIfr

     https://www.linkedin.com/in/maxim-shapiro-mba?utm_source=share&utm_campaign=share_via&utm_content=profile&utm_medium=ios_app

    For speaking and event enquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

     

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    43 min
  • GXJ Replay: A Rewarding Retirement Takes More Than You Think, with Aaron Kirsch and Laura Zettel-Watson
    This week on the Gen X Juggler Podcast, host Deb is joined by Aaron Kirsch, a Certified Financial Planner, and Laura Zettel-Watson, a psychology professor specializing in aging, to discuss their unique collaboration on The Rewarding Retirement Workbook. This workbook aims to provide a comprehensive guide to retirement planning that goes beyond financial preparation to include goals, purpose, relationships, and health.
     
    The conversation highlights the importance of a holistic approach to retirement planning, addressing common pitfalls and offering actionable advice on how to create a fulfilling life in retirement. Whether it's advice on keeping healthy, maintaining relationships, or finding purpose, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to make their retirement years truly rewarding.
     
    00:00 Introduction to Today's Guests
    00:57 Meet Aaron Kirsch and Laura Zettel Watson
    01:41 The Genesis of the Rewarding Retirement Workbook
    02:29 The Importance of Planning Beyond Finances
    03:35 Collaborating for a Holistic Approach
    04:50 The Role of Psychology in Retirement Planning
    07:11 Behavioral Finance and Happiness
    08:58 Defining Happiness and Its Impact on Retirement
    20:02 The Importance of Relationships in Retirement
    23:26 The Three Phases of Retirement
    24:19 Health and Wellness in Retirement
    33:00 Planning and Communication for Couples
    40:13 Final Thoughts and Resources
     
    Purchase The Rewarding Retirement Workbook on Amazon: https://a.co/d/768Mb2W
     
    To learn more, go to:
    https://rewardingretirementworkbook.com/

     

    For speaking and event inquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    42 min
  • GXJ Replay-Beyond the Nest Egg: Redefining Retirement, with Aaron Kirsch and Laura Zettel-Watson (Part 1 of 2)
    This week on the Gen X Juggler Podcast, host Deb is joined by Aaron Kirsch, a Certified Financial Planner, and Laura Zettel-Watson, a psychology professor specializing in aging, to discuss their unique collaboration on The Rewarding Retirement Workbook. This workbook aims to provide a comprehensive guide to retirement planning that goes beyond financial preparation to include goals, purpose, relationships, and health.
     
    The conversation highlights the importance of a holistic approach to retirement planning, addressing common pitfalls and offering actionable advice on how to create a fulfilling life in retirement. Whether it's advice on keeping healthy, maintaining relationships, or finding purpose, this episode is packed with valuable insights for anyone looking to make their retirement years truly rewarding.
     
    00:00 Introduction to Today's Guests
    00:57 Meet Aaron Kirsch and Laura Zettel Watson
    01:41 The Genesis of the Rewarding Retirement Workbook
    02:29 The Importance of Planning Beyond Finances
    03:35 Collaborating for a Holistic Approach
    04:50 The Role of Psychology in Retirement Planning
    07:11 Behavioral Finance and Happiness
    08:58 Defining Happiness and Its Impact on Retirement
    20:02 The Importance of Relationships in Retirement
    23:26 The Three Phases of Retirement
    24:19 Health and Wellness in Retirement
    33:00 Planning and Communication for Couples
    40:13 Final Thoughts and Resources
     
    Purchase The Rewarding Retirement Workbook on Amazon: https://a.co/d/768Mb2W
     
    To learn more, go to:
    https://rewardingretirementworkbook.com/
     
    For speaking and event enquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    42 min
  • GXJ Replay-Welcome to the Digital Jungle: Helping Kids & Teens Survive Screens with Sue Atkins
    This week on the Gen X Juggler Podcast, host Deb discusses digital safety, parenting, and technology management with author and broadcaster Sue Atkins.
     
    They delve into the increasing complexity of parenting in the digital age, sharing practical tips and strategies to help parents protect their children's mental health and well-being online. They also highlight the importance of having open conversations, enforcing practical digital habits, and fostering critical thinking in children.
     
    Sue Atkins shares insights from her experience and resources from her podcast, Navigating the Digital Jungle, to empower parents to guide their children safely through the digital landscape.
     
    00:00 Parenting Meets Digital Threats
    01:08 Meet Sue Atkins
    01:59 Why Sue Started Helping
    04:12 Gen X vs Online Risks
    05:41 When Kids Get Phones
    08:57 Safety Settings and Balance
    10:31 Roblox and Online Predators
    12:30 Trust and Open Communication
    15:19 AI Dangers and Deepfakes
    16:50 Critical Thinking and Kindness
    21:33 AI and Human Values
    23:25 Dinner Table Digital Chats
    24:27 Family Meals Matter
    25:24 Kids Learn By Example
    25:45 Meaningful Screen Time
    26:46 Breaking The Scroll Habit
    27:53 Mental Health Link
    29:52 Boredom Builds Creativity
    32:06 Sleep And Overstimulation
    32:39 Podcast And Resources
    34:17 Filters And Comparison
    37:11 Confident Parenting Boundaries
    38:05 Delay Smartphones Strategy
    39:44 Wrap Up And Thanks
      
    Links to Sue Atkins:
     
    https://navigatingthedigitaljungle.com
     
    https://www.facebook.com/share/1A9F8S4ZcC/?mibextid=wwXIfr
     
    For speaking and event enquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

     

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    42 min
  • 63. Gen X Women & Midlife Metabolism: Menopause, Weight Gain, GLP-1s and Aging Well with Lori Eber

    On the Gen X Juggler podcast, host Deb interviews Lorie Eber, a metabolic health and midlife wellness educator, about aging well through daily lifestyle choices rather than genetics.

    Lorie recounts her 23-year career as a corporate litigator, then spending 10 years in self-discovery that led to aging studies, volunteering as an elder-care ombudsman, and teaching health and wellness courses for 20 years.

    They discuss midlife weight gain, perimenopause symptoms and lack of menopause education in medical training, the mixed guidance on hormone replacement therapy and newer non-hormonal hot-flash drugs, and how stress, sleep, cortisol, and emotional eating affect metabolism, plus considerations for GLP-1 use such as nutrition, protein, hydration, and strength training. 

    Links to Lorie Eber:

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1HMKTKS7Mp/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://youtube.com/@lorieeber7203?si=FTI0zDvMEAFzEvmB

    https://www.instagram.com/lorieeber?igsh=NHk4bDRhaDhwOWcw

    https://www.tiktok.com/@lorieeber?_r=1&_t=ZP-97IXtma1t7P

    **Contact Deb Foster for speaking engagements at [email protected]

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    50 min
  • GXJ Replay: Honoring the In-Between: Rites of Passage, Life Transitions, and the Power of the Pause with Keri Mangis
    This week on the Gen X Juggler Podcast, host Deb welcomes author, speaker, and cultural critic Keri Mangis. The discussion focuses on breaking down societal norms and rethinking life transitions, with an emphasis on viewing menopause as a rite of passage rather than a crisis.
     
    The conversation also explores the importance of emotional reflection, pausing in our busy lives, and embracing creativity as a vital part of our existence.
     
    Keri sheds light on her TED Talk, her book 'Embodying Soul,' and her upcoming book, 'The Essential Ingredient,' encouraging listeners to see themselves as crucial components in the larger tapestry of life.
     
    00:00 Breaking the Status Quo
     
    00:45 Welcome and Guest Intro
     
    01:20 TED Talk Menopause Reframed
     
    04:09 Rites of Passage and Elderhood
     
    07:50 Pause to Metabolize Pain
     
    12:48 Vulnerability as Real Strength
     
    18:14 Freedom from Fixing
     
    22:45 Liminal Space Explained
     
    25:34 Perfectionism and Self Grace
     
    30:05 Creativity as Lifesaving
     
    36:07 Books and Where to Find Keri
     
    40:13 Closing Thanks and Wrap Up
     
    Links to Keri Mangis:
     
    www.KeriMangis.com
     
    https://www.instagram.com/kerimangis?igsh=MW1keDN3N3N6N2w4cw==
     
    Watch Keri’s TEDx Talk:

    https://youtu.be/QP0GE56iUm0?si=d8-Vzmnlw63JKzBq
     
    Amazon link to purchase Embodying Soul:
    https://a.co/d/1GGGMIU
     
    **Contact Deb Foster for speaking engagements at [email protected]

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

     

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    41 min
  • GXJ Replay: Grief is Not a 4-Letter Word: Finding Hope and Purpose through the Pain of Loss with Michelle Bader Ebersole

    This week on the Gen X Juggler Podcast, host Deb introduces Michelle Bader Ebersole, a woman who transformed her profound grief into a mission of helping others. Ebersole shares her personal story of losing her husband, Luke, to cancer while raising young children. She details the journey of caregiving, grieving, and ultimately finding a new purpose. Ebersole talks about founding her nonprofit Widow Goals and her Christian podcast, Widowed 2 Soon, both dedicated to supporting widows. She emphasizes the importance of community, the church's role in supporting widows, and offers practical advice on what to say and do when someone you care about is grieving. Tune in for an insightful conversation on finding hope and purpose after a profound loss.

    00:00 Guest Intro And Teaser
    00:57 Meet Michelle And Gen X Chat
    02:36 Love Story With Luke
    03:21 Cancer Diagnosis And Amputation
    05:12 Family Life After Treatment
    06:19 Cancer Returns And Kids Told
    07:56 Last Wishes And Hospice Care
    10:22 Final Hours And Goodbye
    13:41 Early Widowhood And COVID Grief
    17:28 Healing Tools And New Purpose
    21:22 Widow Goals Nonprofit And Retreats
    23:04 Book Widow Goals And Chosen Vision
    25:08 Chosen Launch Tribute
    25:24 Workbook to Leaders Guide
    26:02 Widows Programs in Churches
    27:04 Finding Love Again
    30:57 Supporting Widows Mission
    31:31 Remembering Key Dates
    37:15 How to Help Grievers
    44:05 Grief Waves Not Stages
    46:04 Retreat and Ripple Effect
    49:06 Where to Find Her
     

    Links to Michelle Bader Ebersole

    widowgoals.org

    https://www.tiktok.com/@widowgoals?_r=1&_t=ZP-93qoZuRxvJ9

    https://www.instagram.com/widowgoals?igsh=OXd0b3d3eXE2enF4

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CAsC2ZJoW/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    Checkout Michelle's Podcast, Widowed 2 Soon, on YouTube, Apple Podcasts, and other podcast platforms.

    For speaking and event enquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

     

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

     

    51 min
  • GXJ Replay: It’s 10 O’Clock. Do You Know Where Your Parents Are? From Latchkey Kids to Caregivers with Janice Goldmintz

    Host Deb welcomes Janice Goldmintz, an expert in gerontology, whose mission is to prepare families for the aging process of their parents. The discussion covers essential topics such as starting conversations about aging, the importance of being prepared, dealing with the emotional aspects of caregiving, and the necessity of self-care for caregivers. Janice Goldmintz also shares insights from her personal experiences and offers valuable resources through her website, talkaboutaging.com. Whether you're already a caregiver or looking to start preparing, this episode provides practical advice and support for navigating the challenges of aging and caregiving.

    00:00 Why Aging Talks Matter
    01:07 Meet Janice Goldmans
    01:56 Normalize the Conversation
    04:36 Janice’s Career Path
    06:33 Caregiving Role Reversal
    09:00 How to Start the Talk
    09:24 Red Flags at Home
    11:43 The Red File Essentials
    14:48 When Crisis Hits Fast
    18:18 Sharing Family Responsibilities
    22:01 Caregiver Guilt and Resentment
    24:11 Finding Support Systems
    25:10 Who Will Care
    25:56 Modeling for Kids
    26:49 Plan Before Crisis
    30:47 Stay or Go Decisions
    32:48 Advocate in Care
    37:38 Ageism and Dignity
    40:35 Alzheimer’s Reality
    42:12 Meet Them There
    42:59 Caregiver Boundaries
    43:59 Resources and Wrap Up
     
    Links to Janice Goldmintz

    http://www.talkaboutaging.com   

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1C765roB8P/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/agingparentjourney?igsh=MWcwOGpncXB5eWRuMA==

    For speaking and event enquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

     

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

    49 min
  • GXJ Replay: Midlife Adventure Awaits! Belinda Coker on Hiking, Confidence, and Budget Travel
    This week on the Gen X Juggler Podcast, Deb interviews Australian hiker, writer, and educator Belinda Coker about her midlife transformation from a stressed, out of shape, home-centered life to pursuing adventure and rebuilding confidence through action.
     
    Belinda describes how the pandemic prompted her to reassess her health, begin hiking with a meetup group, and learn that confidence grows by showing up, even when starting is hard.
     
    She shares a harrowing incident which involves a hurricane-damaged-tent incident and a hypothermia scare while traversing the Canary Islands that shook her confidence but reinforced safety lessons and exit planning.
     
    Belinda recounts memorable experiences hiking Greenland’s Arctic Circle Trail and Australia’s red center, including powerful encounters tied to Indigenous culture. She explains house sitting as a frugal, healthier, community-immersive way to travel via her platforms Soul Treader and the House Sitting Collective, offering listeners a 20% discount with code GENX.
     
    00:00 Midlife Missing Piece
    00:48 Meet Belinda Coker
    01:34 Hurricane Tent Detour
    02:39 Life Before the Shift
    05:38 Pandemic Mirror Moment
    07:54 First Hike Wake Up Call
    10:17 Confidence Comes From Action
    13:19 Canary Islands Survival Scare
    24:01 Learning Safety the Hard Way
    27:03 Midlife Losing Yourself
    28:06 Choosing Early Retirement
    29:12 Adventure After Retirement
    30:28 House Sitting Explained
    34:49 Budget Travel Tips
    37:43 Greenland Solo Trek
    42:58 Red Center Spiritual Moment
    48:31 Resources Discount Farewell
     
    Links to Belinda Coker:
    www.soultreader.com
    www.housesittingcollective.com
     
    **For speaking and event enquiries, please contact Deb at: [email protected]

     

    **Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message      on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler

     

    Links to Gen X Juggler:

    https://youtube.com/@genxjuggler?si=GdErb9FBtfInJMTC

    https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/gen-x-juggler-podcast/id1792338965

    https://www.facebook.com/share/1CLEHVGu9H/?mibextid=wwXIfr

    https://www.instagram.com/gen_x_juggler?igsh=MXRvb3hyZDA4b3MzMQ==

    https://www.tiktok.com/@debfoster88?_t=ZP-8yp0VGqHois&_r=1

     

    **THIS PODCAST IS FOR ENTERTAINMENT AND INFORMATIONAL PURPOSES ONLY AND SHOULD NOT BE CONSIDERED PROFESSIONAL ADVICE IN ANY FIELD INCLUDING LEGAL, MEDICAL, FINANCIAL OR MENTAL HEALTH. THE VIEWS EXPRESSED BY GUESTS ON THIS PODCAST ARE THEIR OWN AND DO NOT NECESSARILY REFLECT THE VIEWS OF THE HOST AND/OR PRODUCERS.**

     

    53 min

About Gen X Juggler Podcast

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Yesterday, we were the fun-loving feral kids of the 80’s, and today we’re grownup Gen Xers juggling the many joys and challenges of midlife. That happened fast! This podcast covers topics that matter most to us as we navigate the uncharted waters of midlife and all that comes with it. We’ll reminisce about the good old days and also share stories and valuable conversations that help us make the most of the here and now.