If you’ve been listening to this podcast for any length of time you’ve undoubtedly heard me say that midlife is the chapter of Authenticity.  It’s  about letting go of who the world wants or expects us to be and becoming more of who we really are. 

In this episode I’m chatting with Anne-Marie Zanzal about her journey to finding herself in her 50’s including coming to terms with her sexuality, and getting divorced.  Anne Marie shares that finding oneself later in life and coming to terms with our truth can be uncomfortable process but being in true alignment is key to living life of happiness and peace. 

We explore the challenges of self discovery including navigating fear, deconstructing societal norms and expectations and self-trust. We also dive into self-love, regret and  the power of mindfulness and self-compassion in finding true happiness and peace. The key message in Anne Maries courageous  journey is that honouring the truth of who you are is an incredible gift of self love.  

It’s a deep and inspiring conversation that shares many insights on the importance of being our authentic selves to live a life of joy and fulfilment.

On today’s podcast episode we’re talking about why midlife is actually the perfect time for radical personal change. 

Meet Sue Willoughby, a powerhouse coach who  guides women over 40 to break through their personal barriers using the transformative power of Equus Coaching. Yes you read the right Horses, who help her clients discover the profound impact of non-verbal communication and self-awareness through interactions with horses.

Sue’s journey is nothing short of inspiring. Raised by a single alcoholic parent, she learned resilience and self-sufficiency early on. She faced numerous challenges, from coming out at 17 to attempting suicide at 19. Her life took a turn for the better when she found support and the opportunity to relocate, return to school, create a new career and became a successful real estate investor.

With a lifelong passion for horses, Sue transformed her love for these majestic animals into a coaching career, providing the support she once needed. Sue’s life is a testament to stepping out of comfort zones—she’s been a nightclub DJ, standup comic, actor, private pilot, and Roller Derby referee.

We talk about why midlife at midlife we are perfectly prepared to make big life shifts and the role of intuition in guiding our decisions and the need to trust and listen to our own inner voice.

It’s a fascinating conversation that offers much insight into how we navigate the inevitable changes that we face at this time of life.

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