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Midlife Crescendo | Faith, Reinvention and Honest Conversations about Midlife for Women Over 40 episodes
- 29. 12 Ways to Age Gracefully -Susan NealAfter losing her health at age 49, Susan Neal turned to natural remedies to help her body heal. Tune in and hear how she used her knowledge as an RN and supplemented it with natural solutions. Now she uses her experience to encourage others to guard & keep their health even as they age.For more info on 12 Ways to Age Gracefully by Susan Neal & Susan’s Website: https://susanuneal.com/about-susan/Join Midlife Crescendo Women -HereTune in each Monday for inspiration and encouragement for your midlife season.28 min
- 28. Fulfilling a life long Dream Midlife- Author, Jillian Boehme
Have you ever worked toward a dream goal and wondered if it would ever come to fruition? Some dreams are a long road.
Today we are talking with author Jillian Boehme about her journey for fulfilling that lifelong dream & career goal.😀
This episode is part of our ongoing focus on inspirational stories of women pursuing their dreams, gifts & talents even throughout midlife life!
So if you need a little encouragement to follow that nudge from God to keep going, here’s my conversation with Jill.Jill's Website: www.jillianboehme.comJill Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/jillian.boehme/Jill's latest Novel The Stolen Kingdom on Amazon hereJoin Midlife Crescendo Women: www.midlifecrescendo.com
31 min - 27. Incontinence & Your Pelvic Floor Health - Kim Vopni
Today we are talking about Pelvic Floor Health on the podcast.
Because of her mom's experience in menopause, Kim Vopni was determined to have a better outcome, so she studied pelvic floor health beyond Kegel exercises.
When peri-menopause sent her body and bladder in a tailspin, Kim , began searching for yet another solution for bladder issues.Join us as she discusses your pelvic floor and the things you can do to reverse incontinence naturally!
Don't wait to see your doctor because of shame. There are so many options in this stage of life and it's not something you have to live with!Kim "s Website:
https://www.vaginacoach.com/vaginacoach
Kim's Instagram : https://www.instagram.com/vaginacoach/
Join Midlife Crescendo Women:
www.midlifecrescendo.com
37 min - 26. Midlife Marriage Interview with Derek & Debbie Cunningham
This week on the podcast we are talking about Marriage. Listen in as our friends interview us!
We talk about:*Where it all began.*The most important thing husbands and wives need to know about each other.
*Our differences & how we worked through them.*What kills a relationship.
*How to nurture any marriage through intentionality.*How to work through conflict.
*Most important ways to honor your spouse.*Top 5 Things we've learned to grow love over the past 37 years of marriage and more.
If you need a little encouragement to better your relationship or just want to meet the real Derek & Debbie Cunningham, you can listen to Midlife Crescendo in your favorite podcast app or at link in bio!🎧Want to submit a midlife marriage question for a future episode or join Midlife Crescendo Women so you don't miss announcements of upcoming events?Go to www.Midlifecrescendo.comFor more encouragement for building a better marriage check out Debbie's book:Dancing in the Kitchen wherever books are sold on line or www.debbiecunningham.net/book
49 min - 25. Creating Effortless Style - Katie RushtonShe left her corporate job and created a company with her skill set and desire for serving the every day women as a personal fashion stylist. Our guest today is Katie Rushton of Effortless Style!We talk about:-What prompted her to take the leap.-How she expanded her vision across the country.-Why having a personal stylist can help in midlife.-The 3 accessories every woman should have to feel stylish.Connect with Katie & Effortless Style:Blog Link:https://effortlesstyle.com/blog/Instagram:https://www.instagram.com/effortlesstyle/Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/EffortlessStyleJoin Midlife Crescendo Women here:Submit a Midlife Marriage question here: www.midlifecrescendo.com33 min
- 24. Dealing with Anxiety & Worry - Debbie Cunningham & friends
Today on Midlife Crescendo we are talking about anxiety & worry and how to process it in our day to day living so it doesn't rule our lives.
Our guests today are me and a few of my friends.
I share the story of our daughter Deanna's open heart surgery at 3 years of age.
-How the stress & worry of the outcome of that affected me physically.
-How applying God's word helped me overcome the tyranny of fear as we went through that process & months of waiting.
-Steps you can take to battle your anxiety & worry.
In our Chic Chat segment today, I invited a few of my friends to give their thoughts on how they handle it when they feel worry or anxiety over something. I think you'll find something unique and helpful from each of these women's perspectives.
*For more info on joining Midlife Crescendo Women :
www.midlifecrescendo.com
*More info on Debbie's Book- Dancing in the Kitchen:
https://debbiecunningham.net/book
25 min - 23. Finding Blessing From Fear -Tricia Thornton, LPCToday on midlife Crescendo we are talking with licensed professional therapist, Tricia Thornton, about FEAR.Now fear is defined as an unpleasant, often strong emotion caused by anticipation or awareness of danger.It is absolutely a God Given emotion to help protect us.However, sometimes we have ongoing fear or exaggerated fears because of a traumatic event in our past and this kind of fear can paralyze us and keep up from moving forward in our relationships and our lives.We discuss:4 types of fear responsesSigns to look for that you need to address underlying fearAlso how to help ourselves or children in your life work through trauma, truths, lies and triggers.Healing that can come from facing those things.This is the kind of fear we are talking about today. Just an FYI if you have little ears around,Tricia talks about a traumatic death in her childhood. It is not graphic but I wanted to make you aware of it in case you prefer to listen with earphones.Connect with Tricia Thornton:Website: https://www.triciathornton.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/triciathorntontherapy/JOIN Midlife Crescendo Women HereIt’s FREE and you’ll be first to know about Women’s events, trips and get weekly encouragement for your midlife season! Free gift when you sign up!34 min
- 22. Pursuing Your Passions Midlife-Jennette SockwellDo you think you are too old to pursue a career doing something you are passionate about?This week on the podcast we are talking with Jennette Sockwell who wondered the same thing but decided to go back to school and get her Masters degree in midlife, after raising her family.Not only did she get her masters and dream job as an elementary music teacher but she became an author in the process!We talk about :- Facing fear in the pivot-Balancing work & school-Unexpected blessings in pursuing her dreams-Becoming an author of 2 children's booksListen to her inspiring story on Midlife Crescendo in your favorite podcast app or at the link in bio!Jennette's Facebook:https://www.facebook.com/jensock3bettertogetherloveandappreciateJennette's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennsock3itsjustbetter/Jennettte's Books on Amazon:To Join MIDLIFE CRESCENDO WOMEN pursuing their passions and gain weekly encouragement in your inbox go here : www.midlifecrescendo.com33 min
- 21. Taking Charge of Your Health -Susan SalengerThis week we have author & speaker Susan Salenger on the podcast talking about her book: Sidelined: How Women Can Navigate A Broken Healthcare System.Susan is quite the spitfire at age 81! We talk about:-Questioning your diagnosis-Taking emotions out of our symptoms-Exposing the effects of shame and diagnosis-How our emotions & self talk play a part in our recoverySusan's Book Sidelined on AmazonSusan's website: https://www.susansalenger.comSusan's TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@grandma.gainsSusan's Instagram https://www.instagram.com/susansalenger/https://www.facebook.com/suesalenger/https://twitter.com/susansalengerhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-salenger-a4a02716/For future podcast guest or topic recommendations:www.Midlifecrescendo.com35 min
- 20. Navigating Parent / Adult Child Relationships -Drake Cunningham
This week on the podcast we are talking about Navigating changing relationships with your emerging adult children. My guest this week is my 25 year old son, Drake Cunningham.
If you have a child going off to college OR coming home after graduating college, you'll definitely want to tune in to this interview! I think this is an episode you could listen to with them on a road trip and have your own discussion around these topics.-The transition both young adults and parents go through-Finding a balance of respect-Reframing perception of shame when they struggle-Listening Before Solving-Building Emotional Connection-Fear & CommunicationThe 3 Things you can do to improve your relationship.For more info on anything discussed:
www.midlifecrescendo.com
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About Midlife Crescendo | Faith, Reinvention and Honest Conversations about Midlife for Women Over 40
From the publisher's feed
Welcome to Midlife Crescendo-the podcast for women over 40 who are ready to embrace change, rediscover their purpose, and step boldly into their next chapter. Hosted by jazz recording artist, author, and speaker Debbie Cunningham, Midlife Crescendo is a faith-filled space for women navigating the unique transitions of midlife—including menopause, empty nesting, relationship shifts, grief, and career reinvention.
Every week, you’ll hear inspiring interviews, real-life stories, roundtable discussions, and practical wisdom on topics that matter in this season of life. New episodes each Monday.