I Want My 40's Back

Grief is something that happens to us - it isn't a choice. Does grief give us the strength to help others? How can we get process grief so it doesn't consume all parts of our life? Let's talk about the benefits of a "rage" journal - this week on the podcast.

Do we really need a month to call out the need for equal rights? I'm spicy and full of vigor as we discuss why equality in the workplace just isn't a reality(yet). Can we please stop saying "Girl Boss"? This episode discusses where professional women are in their careers in 2023 and a highlight of female boss types we may have run into throughout the years. Let's get after it. 

Ever wonder how happy couples make it all work? Join me and my guest Lisa as we discuss how mutual respect and setting clear expectations can lead to a strong relationship and the #couplegoals we all dream about having in our lives. 

Do you ever wonder why men cheat? We take a look at the statistics around cheating and get a quick vocabulary lesson on narcissism, misogyny and gaslighting. Marriage is a corporation with its own set of rules and agreements, yet we punish the corporate criminal much harsher than the thief of the heart.  Let's look at the reasons men peace out on marriage and how to support those around us dealing with the fall out.

Have you ever thought about what it would be like to live alone? Melissa talks about being alone and adjusting to new ways of life. Don't run from it - start to plan! We're also talking about online dating and what makes a good profile. 

Tip Sheets are just quick convos to help us rethink a subject or point of view. Why do some of us pretend we don't like Valentines Day? Should we just rename it "Day of Missed Expectations?" Lets put new life into Valentines Day - one scratch piece of paper at a time! 

We're talking the power of female friendships this week: death, divorce, babies, marriage and aging parents. Our relationships shift and grow based on our life stage - come listen to Melissa and her first in-studio guest, Jill, talk about how we support each other through the good and bad times.

Do we have to live alone for the rest of our lives if we are single? This episode contemplates the concept of living together, still separate but never alone. Lets also give a shout out to having awesome conversations on a Saturday night with our girlfriends.

Welcome to the podcast! Melissa talks about the immediate fallout after a couple splits.