Some weeks feel heavier than others. This was one of those weeks for me. I wasn’t sure I was even going to hit record-but the truth is, this podcast is part of my own mental health toolkit. And today, I want to talk about why it’s okay to not be okay, how the past has a way of showing up when we least expect it, and why midlife is the perfect time to start building your mental fitness toolkit.

In this episode, we’ll get real about:

• Why midlife often shines a spotlight on old wounds and new stressors
• How to shift from “I should be stronger than this” to “I’m allowed to feel this”
• Why vulnerability is actually strength, not weakness
• A sneak peek at an exciting guest joining the podcast soon (trust me, you’ll want to tune in 👀)

And most importantly, I’ll share 5 tools for your Midlife Mental Fitness Toolkit that you can start using today:

1. Rest Without Guilt – Give yourself permission to pause, nap, or say no without shame.
2. Processing the Past – Use therapy, journaling, or honest conversations to release old pain.
3. Honest Self-Talk – Replace “I should be stronger than this” with “I’m allowed to feel this.”
4. Outlets & Expression – Lean into music, movement, writing, or creative practices as survival tools.
5. Asking for Help – Reaching out is not weakness; it’s proof you’re ready to grow.

🎧 Whether you’re in a season of burnout, facing old wounds, or just trying to keep your head above water, this episode is your reminder that you’re not alone—and that you’re always one step away from your own comeback.

✨ This isn’t a crisis. It’s a comeback.