How It's Really Going at 50 with Shana Recker

My Last Podcast Episode Sucked — And Here's Why

I'm calling it out. My last episode was not great, and I know exactly why. I spent an entire afternoon running it through AI, trying to make it perfect, and by the time I posted it, it was 13 minutes of sliced and diced content that barely connected. The original version, with all the repetition and rambling, would have been better. That realization sent me down a rabbit hole about overthinking and what it actually costs us.

In this episode I'm talking about why overthinking kills the magic, why repetition in how you communicate isn't a flaw, and why the most well-received things I've ever put out are always the ones I almost didn't post. I also share why I started using Threads as a low-stakes place to just say things without second-guessing myself, and why that practice has been more valuable than any amount of editing.

This is a permission slip to stop asking "is this okay?" and just be yourself, in your content, your business, your relationships, all of it. Because the version of you that you keep editing out? That's the one people actually connect with.

Thank you all so much for listening!

If this episode resonated, feel free to reach out and share anytime on Threads @shana.recker

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Why I'm Ditching Instagram and What I'm Doing Instead to Grow My Podcast On social media burnout, solopreneur strategy, and finally paying attention to my gut.

In this episode, I'm thinking out loud about something that's been shifting for me in a big way: social media. I recently deleted Facebook, I'm walking away from my business Instagram, and I'm done pretending that being everywhere online is the path to building something meaningful. Spoiler: it's not, at least not for me.

I share what I learned from podcaster Jan Ditchfield about how much time solopreneurs are actually spending on Instagram content versus what they're getting back in return, and why SEO-driven content like podcasts and blogs is where I'm putting my energy instead. I also talk about the one platform I'm actually enjoying right now, and why it fits this podcast perfectly.

And I get honest about this podcast itself. There's something about it that I can't let go of, and I'm finally paying attention to that feeling instead of getting in my own way.

Lindsay Smith Creative: CLICK HERE

Jan Ditchfield Podcast: CLICK HERE

Thank you all so much for listening!

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It has been eight months since I started using a GLP-1 as part of my overall health and wellness and I wanted to give you a real, honest update on how it's going.

In this episode I'm sharing my full experience with Ozempic, from why I started it, what the first few months felt like, where I am now, and why I refuse to feel shame about any of it.

I cover:

This is my story only. It is not medical advice. But if you are in perimenopause, frustrated, doing all the things and seeing no results, I want you to know this conversation exists.

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Thank you all so much for listening!

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In this episode, I’m sharing something very real and very current.

This morning, I sat down to delete old podcast episodes dating all the way back to 2016. As I moved through them one by one, I realized I wasn’t just cleaning up content. I was looking at past versions of myself. Different belief systems. Different seasons. Different motivations.

From my network marketing era, to business coaching, to personal development and mindset culture, this episode is a candid reflection on growth, scarcity, hustle, and what success actually means to me now.

This isn’t about regret or shame.
It’s about perspective.
And letting go of what no longer fits.

In this episode, I talk about:

If you’re feeling stuck in hustle mode, questioning the version of success you’re chasing, or sensing that something in your life needs to be released, this episode is for you.

Sometimes growth doesn’t look like more.
Sometimes it looks like less, with more clarity.

Reflection question for you:

What are you holding onto that no longer reflects who you are?

And what might be possible if you let it go?

Thank you all so much for listening!

It genuinely means a lot to know that my journey, and what I’m learning along the way, helps you too.

If this episode resonated, feel free to reach out and share anytime on Instagram: @iamshanarecker

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I just finished watching Members Only: Palm Beach on Netflix, and I didn’t expect it to hit me the way it did.

At first glance, the show looks like over-the-top wealth, social rules, and Palm Beach society drama. And yes, some of it is ridiculous. But underneath all of that, there’s a much deeper message about identity, conformity, and what happens when people believe they need to change who they are to belong.

In this episode, I talk about Ro Mina storyline and why it made me so uncomfortable and, at the same time, so fired up. Watching her be coached, corrected, and pressured to fit the “Palm Beach way” made one thing very clear to me: any environment that requires you to erase parts of yourself in order to be accepted will eventually cost you your confidence. I share how this theme shows up far beyond reality TV. It shows up in business, social media, friendships, family dynamics, and especially in the constant self-questioning so many of us live with: Should I say this? Should I post that? What will people think? What if they misunderstand me?

I also talk honestly about my own experience with trying to be palatable online, how that led to burnout, and why I’ve stopped performing for approval. One of the biggest takeaways from this episode is something I deeply believe: fake is an energy, and people feel it. Even when they can’t explain why, they feel it. This episode is about why being yourself is not reckless, dramatic, or risky. It’s efficient. It simplifies your life. It attracts the right people. And it makes success feel lighter instead of like a constant uphill push.

I wrap up by sharing three practical steps you can take to start being more yourself, even if it feels uncomfortable at first:

1. Recognizing when fear is stopping you and acting anyway

2. Starting small instead of trying to change everything at once

3. Detaching from outcomes and letting go of controlling perception If you’ve ever felt exhausted from trying to fit into someone else’s version of who you should be, this conversation is for you.

Thank you all so much for listening!

It genuinely means a lot to know that my journey, and what I’m learning along the way, helps you too.

If this episode resonated, feel free to reach out and share anytime on Instagram: @iamshanarecker

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In this episode, I’m talking honestly about a season I know a lot of women experience in midlife, when everything feels disjointed. Work feels harder. Social plans feel draining. Relationships shift. And you don’t quite know how to explain what’s wrong, even to yourself.

Instead of focusing on physical symptoms, I’m sharing what this transition has been like for me mentally and emotionally as I’ve moved through perimenopause toward menopause. The fog. The need to pull back. The guilt around saying no. And the quiet grief that can come with changing friendships, priorities, and capacity.

I talk about pulling back socially and professionally, prioritizing sleep, stepping away from a business that no longer fit, and giving myself time to stabilize instead of forcing clarity. This episode is my reminder to you, and to myself, that pulling back doesn’t mean you’re failing or quitting.

It means your capacity has changed.

And giving yourself space may be exactly what helps you find your footing again.

In this episode, I talk about:

If you’re in a season where your life feels quieter, slower, or smaller than it used to, I want you to know you’re not broken and you’re not behind. You’re moving through a transition that asks for rest, honesty, and a lot more self-compassion than we’re used to giving ourselves.

If you know a woman who’s in this phase and might feel less alone hearing this, please share the episode with her.

Thank you all so much for listening!

It genuinely means a lot to know that my journey, and what I’m learning along the way, helps you too.

If this episode resonated, feel free to reach out and share anytime on Instagram: @iamshanarecker

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Hey friends! 

Today I'm back sharing about what’s changed over the past few months, including bringing a new puppy into our lives, starting a GLP-1 (Ozempic) and what's changed since we last talked. 

I share what surprised me most about starting a GLP-1, especially how quieting food noise and alcohol cravings gave me back mental space I didn’t realize I’d lost.

I also share about the judgment that comes with this medication, how I navigated talking to my doctor, what my bloodwork showed, and why I see GLP-1s as a tool, not a shortcut.

I end this episode with a shift that has affected my energy, focus, and how I’m thinking about my business and this podcast heading into 2026.

This episode is my personal experience, not medical advice. If anything here resonates, talk to your healthcare provider and do what feels right for you.

If you’re a midlife woman juggling hormones, a business, family, and trying to feel like yourself again, this one’s for you.

Links & resources mentioned:

Thank you all so much for listening!

If this episode resonated, feel free to reach out and share anytime on Threads @shana.recker

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Note: This episode was recorded earlier for a previous project I’ve since closed. I’m sharing it here because the message still holds value. You may hear older references.

Perimenopause isn’t just hot flashes — I’m sharing what’s really going on, the highs, the lows, and everything in between.

In this episode of How It’s Really REALLY Going, I’m keeping it real — like, really real — about my personal experience with perimenopause.

I’m sharing the good (yes, there is good!), the bad, and the downright ugly parts of this season. From finally caring less about what other people think, to the itchy skin, sleepless nights, and that next-level rage no one prepares you for — it’s all here.

This isn’t medical advice — I’m not a doctor. This is just my story and what’s helped me feel a little more normal along the way. If hearing this helps you feel seen and less alone, then that’s what matters.

Some of the things that have helped me:

✅ My Weighted Vest – my go-to for walking and keeping my mind clear

✅ Felix Health – where I got real support when my doctor didn’t have answers

✅ Supplements I take (These the ones I purchased: CLICK HERE)

• Creatine 
• Vitamin D 
• Vitamin B Complex 
• Magnesium Glycinate (at night) 
• L-Theanine 
• Ashwagandha 

There are a ton of products being pushed at us right now — please do your research and don’t feel like you need to buy every gummy or powder that shows up in your feed. I’m just sharing what’s worked for me. Always talk to your doctor first!

💛 If this episode resonates, share it with a friend who might need to hear it.

We’re in this together, and I promise this won’t be the last time we talk about it.

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It makes me happy to know that my journey and what I'm learning helps you!

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  Yup. I said it. I’m officially sleeping in a different room than my husband—and I’ve never felt better. In this unfiltered episode, I share why we made the decision, how it’s improved everything from my hormones to our relationship, and why you might want to rethink the “you must share a bed” rule too. If you’re exhausted, moody, snappy, and one more night of snoring might send you over the edge… this one’s for you.

✅ What You’ll Hear in This Episode

Note: This episode was recorded earlier for a previous project I’ve since closed. I’m sharing it here because the message still holds value. You may hear older references.

Thank you all so much for listening!

It makes me happy to know that my journey and what I'm learning helps you!

Please reach out and share anytime on Insta: @iamshanarecker.

My Amazon Shop: https://amzn.to/42hix1c

To connect with Shana for Done-For-You services like Branding, Kajabi Websites, Lead Magnets or more, visit www.shanarecker.com/portfolio and book a call!

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I’m talking about the part of parenthood no one really prepares you for — when your kids grow up, move out, and start their own lives… and you’re left holding all the feelings.

Yes, there’s freedom. Yes, there’s excitement. But there’s also grief — and if you’re going through it too, you’re not crazy. It’s a lot, especially when it hits during perimenopause (hello, identity crisis on top of it all 🙃).

In this episode:

If you're in this stage too, I see you. And if you’re not there yet, this is your gentle reminder to soak up the messy, loud, chaotic now — because one day, you’ll miss it.

Thank you all so much for listening!

It genuinely means a lot to know that my journey, and what I’m learning along the way, helps you too.

If this episode resonated, feel free to reach out and share anytime on Instagram: @iamshanarecker

My Amazon Shop: https://amzn.to/42hix1c

To connect with me for done-for-you services like branding, Kajabi websites, lead magnets, or more, visit: www.shanarecker.com and book a call.

And if you’re building on Kajabi, you can get 30 days free using my referral link here: https://bit.ly/extendedShana