One of the things we like to do here on the Forty Thrive podcast is highlight badass women over 40 who are living in their truth, with no apologies. The amazing thing about today's guest is that she not only personally fall under that category but plays a character who does too.

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• Christine Adams talks about the shift in Hollywood, and how women -- especially women of color -- are being seen and heard today.

• How her perspective of life -- personally and professionally -- has changed since turning 40.

• What it means to "Forty Thrive"

About: Christine Adams stars as Lynn Pierce, a brilliant neurosurgeon, on the hit CW show Black Lightning.

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Adams recently starred alongside David Schwimmer and Jim Sturgess on the AMC series Feed the Beast. The versatile actor also portrayed Agent Weaver on the hit series Marvel’s Agents of S.H.I.E.L.D. Other starring roles include The Whole Truth, as Lena Boudreaux opposite Rob Morrow and Maura Tierney, and Terra Nova opposite Jason O’Mara. Her many recurring roles include playing Lena Abbott on The Mentalist, Hani Jabril on the series Legends and Simone Hundin on Pushing Daisies. Some of her many guest spots include appearances on Pure Genius, Real Husbands of Hollywood, Castle, Nip/Tuck, NCIS: Miami, Heroes and Lie to Me. Adams has recently written, produced and starred in a comedy pilot called Dirty Work, which she really enjoyed and hopes to develop sometime in the near future.

She has worked extensively back in her native United Kingdom, including starring roles in the hit series NY-LON and BBC1’s Home Again. Other television credits in the UK include guest appearances on the cult show Doctor Who and the Hugh Laurie comedy Forty Something.

Adams starred in the Lifetime film Bad Blood, directed by Adam Silver and opposite Taylor Cole, Jeff Kober and Carly Chaikin. Other film credits include the hit films The Girl with the Dragon Tattoo, Batman Begins, TRON: Legacy, Green Flash and The World is Not Enough.

Beyond the entertainment industry, Adams recently began working with United Friends of the Children, an organization that empowers foster youth on their voyage to self- sufficiency. She is also a strong advocate for SPY – Safe Place for Youth, which is a Venice, California organization that inspires and nurtures the resilient human spirit of homeless youth. When she’s not empowering the local youth, Adams loves to eat cheese whenever possible.

Born in London, England, Adams always wanted to be an actress and studied at Middlesex University. She currently resides in Atlanta with her husband and two daughters.

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Move over, Marie Kondo! Our Forty Thrive community is all abuzz over our Forty Thrive 21-Day Declutter Challenge. While we've wrapped it up, we couldn't leave you hanging. From the pantry to that makeup bag, master bedroom to home office, Thriver and pro organizer Jen Macy drops in to share her tips to simplify life at home in ways you may not have thought of.

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Jen Macy is the founder of Tidy Up OC, a professional organizing service based in Orange County, California.

Growing up in a large family, she has always gravitated toward tidiness to tame the chaos of her surroundings. Jen is an organizational expert who specializes in creating systems for busy families so that they can pursue their passions and spend time with the people they love the most. As a well-seasoned mother herself, she especially enjoys helping other moms bring order, harmony and a sense of control over their family life.

Jen lives in South Orange County with her son and 2 dogs. She enjoys traveling just about anywhere in the world and is happiest when surrounded by her friends and family. She is available for hands-on and virtual organizing sessions, as well as custom DIY plans to assist anyone in their pursuit of an orderly life. Connect with Jen on Facebook and Instagram.

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If you're looking for some hack or magic pill to help you drop weight in the next 24 hours, this episode is not for you. But if you're ready to stop the excuses and get really honest about what's holding you back, this hour with Courtney Townley can help you change your life for the better, and for good.

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Plus, Courtney shares three key questions you need to ask yourself to become who you want to be; physically, mentally and emotionally. Seriously... these questions can lead to a total shift in your mindset and attitude.

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Courtney Townley began working in the fitness industry over two decades ago when she transitioned from the professional dance world. She graduated from the University of Michigan with a BFA and is fully certified as a STOTT PILATES® instructor, National Strength and Conditioning personal trainer (NSCA-CPT), ACE Health Coach, Precision Nutrition Level 2 Coach. She is also a very proud student of the Ido Portal Method.

Courtney has owned 2 fitness facilities and was so blown away by the results that clients got from her health coaching services, she decided to commit fully to developing that aspect of her business. She’s driven to learn everything she can about her field to help her clients get the results they desire and to be sure they have fun along the way.

Courtney is passionate about a multi-dimensional approach to health and fitness, and integrates the practices of clean eating, functional movement and stress management. She loves to move and share her love of movement with others while also introducing them to optimal health through healthy living practices.

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2019 is officially rolling along and the Forty Thrive community is buzzing with goals and plans. We're clearing our lives of clutter -- physically, mentally and emotionally. But here's the thing: You can make all the resolutions you want... but if you don't change your mindset along with it, you'll never get where you want to be.

Psychotherapist-turned-lifecoach Diann Wingert shares her expertise on mindset that will help you get from where you are to where you truly want to go.

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About Diann: When Diann Wingert turned 40, she found herself in the midst of a midlife crisis. Her response? To blow up life as she knew it -- good, bad and ugly.

Now, Diann is a midlife maven & reinvention mentor who helps women in their prime transform the life they’ve got into the one they really want.

After two decades of being a successful therapist, Diann changed walked away from her private practice to become a masters level certified coach, helping women over 40 ditch their excuses, discover their courage and go after their most audacious goals.

Diann passionately believes that this stage of life is the most powerful, if we are willing to let go of whatever is holding us back. Diann's powerful combo of expertise on the midlife brain and menopause, coupled with her own unique personal experience makes her the go-to resource for women 40+.

Personally, since turning 40, Diann has gotten divorced, raised her three children to adulthood, embraced Buddhism,   traveled the world, gone skydiving, studied German, remarried and became a first time entrepreneur.  Now in her 6th decade,  Diann is looking forward to continuing to learn, evolve and defy her own limits.

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What if you could spend a couple of hours taking simple steps that would be a complete game changer for the year ahead?

You can.

Danisha Wrighster is a multi-millionaire commercial real estate expert who has turned her life around with a combination of strategy, determination and a clear mindset. Today, she's sharing her wisdom to help us become even more abundant in 2019.

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In Danisha’s eyes, motivating others through their challenges to success and happiness is the driving force behind why she shares her journey. With style all her own, Danisha hopes to inspire people to shift their mindset from scarcity to abundance and gratitude so they can reap the benefits of a life that is greater than they ever imagined.

A young, single, jobless mother on government assistance, Danisha began her commercial real estate brokerage career. With the odds stacked against her, Danisha worked 60-80 hour weeks (often with her daughter in tow) to establish herself in the industry. After not making any money for over 7 months, her hard work paid off. She earned $212,000 in commissions in 5 months and was awarded Rookie of the Year for the #1 commercial real estate office in the company. Two years later, Danisha bought her first home and her first investment property in the same month. It would be the first of multiple partnerships and individual purchases that contributed to the $6.5+ million real estate portfolio and an award-winning Keller Williams real estate team that she owns today.

Danisha began blogging financial advice to women and mothers using the business acumen she learned during the course of her career. She’s appeared on several national talk shows and was the host of Oprah Winfrey Network's OwnShow. Danisha also appeared as a real estate expert on FOX TV’s primetime show “Home Free.”

Danisha honestly and openly shares the tools, mistakes, lessons, and experiences that changed her life and re-created her financially through television, social media, and speaking appearances.

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When Diann Wingert turned 40, she found herself in the midst of a midlife crisis. Her response? To blow up life as she knew it -- good, bad and ugly.

Now, Diann is a midlife maven & reinvention mentor who helps women in their prime transform the life they’ve got into the one they really want.

Click here to download...

After two decades of being a successful therapist, Diann changed walked away from her private practice to become a masters level certified coach, helping women over 40 ditch their excuses,discover their courage and go after their most audacious goals. Diann passionately believes that this stage of life is the most powerful, if we are willing to let go of whatever is holding us back. Diann's powerful combo of expertise on the midlife brain and menopause, coupled with her own unique personal experience makes her the go-to resource for women 40+.

Personally, since turning 40, Diann has gotten divorced, raised her three children to adulthood, embraced Buddhism,   traveled the world, gone skydiving, studied German, remarried and became a first time entrepreneur.  Now in her 6th decade,  Diann is looking forward to continuing to learn, evolve and defy her own limits.

To connect with Diann, visit TheDrivenWoman.com.

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Recently, Forty Thrive co-hosted an event called The Self Care Project, showcasing experts in all areas of self care; mind, body and spirit. During this event, we hosted a panel called "Pleasure as Self Care," featuring some incredible sexual health experts. One of those experts was the outspoken and super funny Wendy Miller.

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Wendy is an award-winning, writing and producer powerhouse, working with media giants like NBC, Lifetime and Oprah Winfrey. She also spent over seven years creating hundreds of hours of premium, sex-positive programming for couples as Head of Programming for Playboy TV. It’s because of that role that Wendy is now a board-certified sexologist, serving as a sexual wellness consultant with a passion for helping women improve their lives through healthy, positive sex lives.

Wendy's faves: 

Opening Up: A Guide to Creating and Sustaining Open Relationships

The Ethical Slut: A Practical Guide to Polyamory, Open Relationships, and Other Freedoms in Sex and Love

Sliquid Organics

Magic Wand

Womanizer

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