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January arrives quieter than we expect. After months of planning, hosting, shopping, and holding everything (and everyone) together, the noise suddenly drops. And our brains go… now what?

In this episode, we talk about why January feels like a reset — even if you don’t believe in resolutions — and why nothing is “wrong” with you for feeling off. This isn’t about fixing yourself. It’s about understanding the season you’re in.

We explore why January hits midlife women especially hard, why motivation dips by design, and why pressure-filled goals tend to fall apart fast (with plenty of laughs at our own failed attempts).

Then we share an analogy that reframes balance in a way that feels doable, realistic, and freeing — no guilt, no hustle, no perfection required.

Together, we dive into:

• Why the quiet after the chaos can feel unsettling — and powerful
• What January gives us that the rest of the year doesn’t
• Why resolutions don’t stick (and it’s not a willpower problem)
• A simple way to think about balance that works in real life
• The four “plates” we’re all spinning — and how to know which one needs your hands right now

We also share real-life January examples — what we’re focusing on, what we’re letting wobble, and how small shifts can bring real relief.

This episode is for the woman who feels the urge to reset… without signing up for another all-or-nothing plan. No resolutions. Just one steadier plate.

✨ Tune in and give yourself permission to start gently

As we mentioned in this episode, be sure to listen to our last conversation with an expert in this area, Elsa Elbert, for even more goodness to help you roll gently into 2026.

▶️ Ep. 111 Clutter Detox with Elsa Elbert: Easy Home Edits for the New Year 2026

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The holidays are over, the decorations are down, the resolutions are up… and suddenly we’re staring at spaces that don’t match our fresh-start energy. 👀

In this episode, we’re joined by Elsa Elbert — founder & CEO of Composed Living — to explore how our homes impact our happiness, stress, and productivity, and how a few simple edits can set the tone for a calmer, lighter and happier 2026.

We talk about:

✔ The surprising connection between clutter + emotional well-being

✔ How clutter affects happiness, focus, and mental fatigue

✔ Why some spaces are easy to purge and others feel impossible (and what to do about it)

✔ Where to start (so you don’t overwhelm yourself)

✔ What things you can tackle first that are easy and momentum-building 

✔ How to make progress with sentimental items

✔ Empty nest & guest room solutions that feel warm, inviting, and useful

✔ Elsa’s 30-Day Clutter Free Plan (and our favorite tips inside it!)

🧘 If you’re craving less mess, more calm, and a home that supports your goals — this episode gives you the how-to without the judgment or perfection pressure.

Listen in and learn how small space shifts can create big life shifts.

Free Resource: 30-Day Clutter Free PDF

Find Elsa at composedliving.com — with access to more free guides, services, events, The Composed Living Podcast and more!

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The holidays can be beautiful… and exhausting—sometimes at the exact same time.

In this episode, we’re not just helping you get through the final stretch of the year—we’re showing you how to protect your energy, honor your limits, and carry real momentum into the new year without burnout, guilt, or pressure.

We check in honestly about how we’re really feeling mid-December—what’s lighting us up and what’s quietly draining us. From there, we dive into the very real midlife holiday challenges: hormonal shifts, family dynamics, disrupted routines, and the invisible mental load that seems to triple this time of year.

But this isn’t about surviving. It’s about thriving on your own terms.

Together, we explore:

• Why the way we handle these next two weeks sets the tone for how we step into the new year
• Simple but powerful energy protectors to help you feel more grounded (even when everything feels loud)
• Emotional boundaries that actually work—without blowing up traditions or relationships
• Small, meaningful ways to experience joy right now, not someday in January

We also walk you through a gentle, reflective ritual for the space between Christmas and New Year’s—a time many women feel stuck, reflective, or restless. We talk about what to release from 2025, what to carry forward, and how to intentionally create excitement for January before it arrives.

Recommended episodes to enjoy and get you through the New Year 🥂:

Ep. 88 Dr. John John Gray on Venus on Fire, Mars on Ice: The surprising Link Between Hormones and Connection

Ep. 86 What’s in Your Beauty Bag? Clean and Simple Swaps with Paige & Tracey of Elan Pure

Ep.83 How connections and Friendship Transform Midlife Wellness: The Power of B.O.N.D.

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Ever wake up to a confirmation email and instantly regret whatever your nighttime shopping self was up to? Yeah… late-night us is out here making purchases we absolutely did not need to “buy now.”

🛍️ In this episode, we’re disclosing the wild west of social-media shopping — and every other place ads ambush us, especially our browsers — where the algorithm knows our insecurities, our hobbies, and our late-night cravings a little too well. We break down why we suddenly “need” the thing we didn’t even know existed five minutes ago… and how 1 a.m. us is not to be trusted.

We’re spilling:

• Our most celebrated online shopping wins (the rare gems that actually delivered)
• The things we wish we NEVER clicked on
• The embarrassing scams we fell for so you don’t have to
• The must-hear lessons that now guide every “add to cart” moment
• Our real-deal tips for buying smarter, dodging scams, and not getting hoodwinked by “limited time only” lies

✨ From the products that truly changed our lives to the ones that belonged in the literal trash, we’re serving up the glow-ups, the glow-downs, and the “never again” rules that now keep our wallets safer and our sanity intact.

If you’ve ever questioned your life choices while unboxing a mystery package…

come laugh, cringe, and maybe save your wallet with us.

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We are honored to sit down with Chef Mareya Ibrahim for a second visit (See Episode 36 after this episode) to explore what food freedom really looks like in midlife—and why now is the perfect time to say yes to the things that fuel you. We talk about bringing pleasure back to eating, letting go of guilt, and learning to nourish ourselves in a way that feels aligned, grounded, and genuinely satisfying.

Chef Mareya shares her personal journey healing from disordered eating and how it reshaped the way she cooks, moves, and treats her body. Together, we get honest about why so many women hit midlife and start restricting, shrinking, or apologizing for what they eat—and how choosing joy, quality, and intention can change everything. Eating isn’t meant to be a battle; it’s meant to help us thrive.

We also discuss her philosophy of FITlife—a refreshing & sustainable approach to health that prioritizes energy and joy over punishment and perfection. It’s movement that feels good, eating food that supports your whole self, and a way of living that gives midlife women permission to take up space and take care of themselves without guilt.

This episode is a reminder that your body is a temple, joy is a nutrient, and you are so much more than the size of anything you’re wearing. Whether we’re talking nourishment, movement, travel, or self-care, the message is the same: say yes to the things that make you feel alive—and yes to yourself.

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🎁 It’s officially that time of year — the season of giving, receiving, and (let’s be honest) treating ourselves because we’ve earned it. In this episode, we’re sharing our midlife-approved, grown-woman gift guide filled with cozy luxuries, beauty glow-ups, clean-living upgrades, and a few experiences that feel way more special than another random candle set.

We’re talking wellness, intentional home swaps, chic comfort everything, and the little indulgences that make everyday life feel like a Nancy Meyers movie. And yes… we laugh, we spiral, we overshare, and we talk about installing water filters like it’s a love language.

In This Episode, We Share:

✨ The candle company Christy buys like she’s stockpiling joy

✨ The clean-living upgrade that instantly leveled up our water, our skin — and our ice (yes, it matters)

✨ The pillowcase every midlife woman should be sleeping on

✨ The loungewear + cozy essentials that make staying home feel luxe

✨ The tanning + body glow hack that never misses

✨ The wellness gift that’s shockingly effective

✨ The experiences that feel better than “stuff”

By the end, your holiday list will be sorted — or you’ll be treating yourself like the queen you are. Either way, we fully support it.

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Home & Living Upgrades 

• Clearly Filtered Water Filters — clean water upgrade clearlyfiltered.com 
• Fontana Candle Company — clean-burning scents we love
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• Blissy Pillowcase — $20 off
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• Elan Pure Tanning + Body Makeup — Code: GIRLTALK for 10% off
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Cozy, Comfy, Grown-Woman Essentials

• Aviator Nation — Get $40 off your first order
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• Comfrt — ridiculously soft sweats + blankets
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• Pact — 15% off with this link
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• Cozy Earth — luxury soft everything
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Wellness

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Experiences

• ClassPass for pilates, spas + more
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🛍️ Happy holidays and happy shopping! Tune in for the FULL LIST and all the fun ideas.

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Ever feel like your joy has quietly… dimmed

▶️ In this conversation, we dive into a topic so many women whisper about but rarely name—that unsettling sense of emotional numbness or the fading of joy that can sneak up in midlife and menopause. 

⭐️ We unpack what it actually is, what might be happening beneath the surface, and we explore the scientific reasons joy can feel muted in midlife—why anhedonia shows up, what may be disrupting the brain’s reward system, why it’s not your fault, and the small, meaningful steps that can help you feel like yourself again.

💥 We share our own stories (yes, the messy middle parts too), the moments we realized something felt “off,” and the tiny practices that can make all the difference. We talk about the power of presence, the magic of honest conversations, and the surprising things that can reignite your spark.

✨Most of all, we explore how to reclaim joy—even in the mundane moments—and why tending to your inner world might just be one of the most radical acts of midlife.

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💫 If your inner critic has been running the show, today—we’re handing you the mic.

Petra Kolber—author, DJ, coach, and walking permission slip—is proof that it’s never too late to remix your life. At 55 she learned to DJ. At 58 she solo-traveled Europe. At 62? She’s still saying yes to what’s next.

We dive into the fears that keep midlife women playing small—imposter syndrome, perfectionism, procrastination—and how to flip them into your greatest motivators. Expect deep truths, contagious laughter, and the kind of wisdom that makes you want to take action today.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• How to turn imposter syndrome into action
• Why perfectionism = procrastination
• Petra’s 3 C’s of brave living
• The STOP trick to quiet your mind in the moment
• The how and why moving your body changes your mindset
• How surviving cancer twice reshaped her definition of success
• The permission slip every woman needs: it’s never too late

A couple mic drop moments 🎤

👑 “Pick yourself—no one’s coming to anoint you.”

💖 “Love yourself fiercely, and be proud now.”

🧍🏽‍♀️ “Who will I become by trying.”

If you’ve ever thought, “I should have started by now,” or “Who do I think I am?”—this episode is your reminder that you’re exactly the woman for the job.

💡 Learn more at petrakolber.com and follow Petra on Instagram @petrakolber  

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Do women become more at risk for UTIs as we age?

In this episode, we turn midlife UTIs upside down and inside out. The myths. The jaw-dropping stats. The hidden solutions we wish we’d known years ago. All from our stubborn, painful, 52-year-old battles—and the science that left us stunned, relieved, and finally in control.

💫 We’re answering:

• Why does menopause turn your bladder into a bacteria magnet?
• Does cranberry actually help after 50?
• Can the meat on your plate spark a UTI?
• What’s the kitchen staple that cuts recurrence 50–60%?
• Is there a 150-year-old solution that kills bladder bugs without hurting your gut?
• And MORE!!!

⭐️ No medical jargon—just two midlife women who’ve been there, figured it out, and are passing on the goods. If you’re done “toughing it out,” this episode is your UTI-prevention playbook.

Did you know?

• UTIs hit women 3.6× more than men
• 60% of women will experience one—and after 50, it’s practically a subscription
• Rotisserie chicken may be linked to 640,000 UTIs a year in the U.S. 😳

Flush the myths. Take back your bladder.

🎧 Listen now… and maybe pee first.

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***Hormones, Stress & What’s Really Behind That Missing Spark

Tired all the time? Feeling stressed? Zero sex drive? Wondering if it’s just hormones—or if you’ve lost that spark for good? You’re not alone—and you don’t have to just “deal with it.”

We are going there with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf — our go-to sexpert and triple board-certified women’s health expert — to get real about what’s going on when sex drive dips in midlife. She’s breaking down the science, the stress, and the everyday factors that can leave even the most vibrant women feeling off their game.

Let’s be honest—midlife can feel like a perfect storm for your libido. Between the hormone shifts, sleepless nights, and nonstop demands, it’s easy to wonder if this is just your new normal.

In this refreshingly honest conversation, Dr. Greenleaf helps us understand what’s really happening behind the scenes of midlife libido—and what we can actually do to feel good, look good, and yes, want to feel good again.

✨ In this episode, we talk about:

• Why hormones are just one piece of the libido puzzle
• The surprising ways stress steals your sex drive
• Simple lifestyle shifts that support your hormones and your mood
• The gut-health connection to better sexual wellness
• Why communication (and a little novelty) reignite intimacy
• How self-pleasure is not just okay—it’s actually good for your health

It’s not about “fixing” hormones—it’s about supporting your whole self so you can thrive in midlife and beyond.

💬 Connect with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf:

pauseinstitute.com - for her expert resources at her practice 

pelvicfloorstore.com - pelvic health and wellness store

@drbetsygreenleaf - connect on IG and social media for more insights on women’s health, hormones, and pelvic wellness.

Listen to her previous episode: Ep. 44 Maximizing Sexual Health & Intimacy: Dr. Betsy Greenleaf on Libido, Menopause, and Holistic Wellness

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