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Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and anyone navigating life after divorce, burnout, or big transitions. If you're ready to shed cultural expectations, reconnect with your true self, and put your joy first—you’re in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Sheridan Ruth, a somatic practitioner and teacher, about nervous system healing, emotional clarity, and the practice of committing to yourself. Sheridan opens up about what happens when life doesn’t unfold the way you imagined and shares how rooting into the body allows women to release control and choose what truly feels nourishing.

They explore:

•  The pain of realizing when life or relationships don’t look the way you expected
•  The shift that happens when you choose how you want to feel each day
•  How nervous system awareness opens the door to clarity, alignment, and emotional freedom

This is a must-listen for anyone ready to release control, reconnect with their body, and say yes to what truly feels nourishing.

Connect with Sheridan:

On Instagram @_sheridanruth_

SheridanRuth.com

Get her book, Somatic Intelligence for Success: amazon.com/dp/1962280829?tag=syty-20

Referenced in this Episode:

The Dance of Anger by Harriet Lerner, Ph.D: amazon.com/Dance-Anger-Changing-Patterns-Relationships/dp/0062319043?tag=syty-20

Discover your Human Design: myhumandesign.com

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Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

Ready for a fall getaway? Come experience the magic of New England foliage with a farm stay at the Phineas Wright House. Reserve your spot here.

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Lauren Hale, a former Kindergarten teacher turned mature beauty influencer with over 800k followers. Lauren’s mission is to teach women over 40 how to make their makeup work for them—without chasing 20-something trends. Beyond beauty, she shares her powerful story of reinvention, vulnerability, and choosing herself in midlife.

They explore:

• Why so many women still struggle with belonging, friendship, and identity in midlife
• How self-care and vulnerability can spark healing, confidence, and authentic connection
• The power of saying YES to yourself, even when it means walking away from what no longer serves you

This is a must-listen for anyone craving permission to start fresh, embrace their authentic beauty—inside and out, and step fully into their next chapter.

Connect with Lauren:

Get her book, Girl, Put on Your Lipstick - The World Needs You: amazon.com/Girl-Your-Lipstick-World-Needs/dp/1962280764?tag=syty-20

Instagram @laurenlhale

Facebook

TikTok @laurenlhale

YouTube 

laurenhalebeauty.com

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

Ready for a fall getaway? Come experience the magic of New England foliage with a farm stay at the Phineas Wright House. Reserve your spot here.

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy sits down with serial entrepreneur Italia Tornabene, a powerhouse who's currently building three businesses simultaneously while protecting her energy and choosing peace, clarity, and legacy building. From her early days as a 21-year-old paralegal business owner to becoming a self-made millionaire through unconventional investing, Italia shares her incredible journey of resilience, reinvention, and relentless growth.

They explore:

• Building and scaling multiple seven-figure businesses from scratch
• Unconventional investing strategies that turned pennies into thousands in ROI
• Why perfectionism paralyzes progress and how to launch before you're "ready"

This conversation is a masterclass in saying yes to expansion, trusting the journey, and understanding that perfectionism is just procrastination in disguise. Italia's story proves that every challenge is data, every pivot is progress, and when you're building an empire, the only person standing in your way is you.

Ready to stop waiting for perfect and start building your legacy? Listen now and get inspired to take that next bold step.

Connect with Italia:

Instagram @italiatornabene

ItaliaTornabene.com

Her Books

Referenced in this Episode: 

@couture.to.the.max

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

Ready for a fall getaway? Come experience the magic of New England foliage with a farm stay at the Phineas Wright House. Reserve your spot here.

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Judy Henderson, a woman who served 36 years of a life sentence before receiving clemency and walking free in 2017. Today, Judy is a speaker, advocate, and living testament to the power of never giving up on yourself.

They explore:

•  How Judy went from hopelessness to self-leadership behind bars
•  The pivotal moments that changed her sentence - and her life
•  What freedom really means after decades of incarceration

Judy’s story will challenge what you believe about second chances and remind you that it’s never too late to rewrite the story of your life.

This episode is your proof that hope is never wasted—and that the next chapter can be your most powerful yet.

Connect with Judy:

Get her book, When the Light Finds Us: amazon.com/When-Light-Finds-Us-Transformed/dp/1546006788?tag=syty-20

JudyAnnHenderson.com

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

The Say YES Sisterhood is your invitation to a vibrant community of women who are embracing their dreams, reclaiming their joy, and living life with intention. Join today!

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy speaks with Siew Ting Foo, former Chief Marketing Officer turned author, podcaster, and soulful brand strategist. After 25 years leading global marketing at brands like Unilever, Mars, Diageo, and HP, Siew is now guiding leaders in building brands guided by soul, not just strategy.

They explore:

•  Why reinvention requires presence
•  How to align personal purpose with professional evolution
•  The five pillars of a brand with soul

This is your reminder that the most powerful brand you’ll ever build begins with presence, not pressure.

Connect with Siew:

Get her book: Building Brands with Soul

Her Podcast: Leadership With Soul

Her Website: SoulForProfit.org

LinkedIn

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

The Say YES Sisterhood is your invitation to a vibrant community of women who are embracing their dreams, reclaiming their joy, and living life with intention. Join today!

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Peggy Sullivan, author of Happiness is Your Responsibility and Beyond Busyness. Peggy unpacks the cultural, emotional, and psychological roots of chronic busyness and walks us through her Busy Busting Process, a 3-step roadmap to doing less and living more.

They explore:

•  The hidden beliefs that keep women addicted to busyness
•  Why joy is a decision, not a destination
•  Peggy’s Busy Busting Process and how to start shifting today

This episode is your reminder that you don’t need to earn your rest. When you stop chasing busy, you create space for joy.

Connect with Peggy:

Her Book: Beyond Busyness: How to Achieve More With Less

LinkedIn 

Instagram @peggysullivanspeaker

PeggySullivanSpeaker.com

Her TedTalk: Eliminating Time Poverty by Doing Less

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Jenny Fielding, global investor, entrepreneur, and author of Venture Everywhere, about what it means to build a life and business rooted in purpose, adaptability, and trust.

They explore:

•  What it really means to build a resilient life, not just a resilient company
•  The power of slowing down when the world wants you to speed up
•  How to take small steps toward a life that reflects your mission

This episode is your reminder that success isn’t about doing more—it’s about doing what matters, even when life hits pause.

Connect with Jenny:

Get her book: Venture Everywhere

Her website: EverywhereVC.com

On LinkedIn

On X

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

Special Offer: Our friends at Cozy Earth are offering Say YES to Yourself! listeners an exclusive 40% off. Use code SAYYES at checkout to treat yourself to luxury bedding and loungewear you'll never want to take off. Visit CozyEarth.com.

The Say YES Summit is coming!
Join us August 5–6, 1–4 PM EST for a free, virtual gathering designed to help you say YES to the next season of your life—with courage, joy, and unapologetic self-trust. 

Save your spot here. Use code FREEDOM to join us for free. 

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with H.H. Rune, author of the Find Me Extraordinary Life Seeker book series: a wildly creative blend of memoir, fiction, and interactive storytelling that invites readers to live bigger, bolder lives.

They explore:

• What happens when you stop making fear-based decisions after 50
• The joy of rediscovering your voice and choosing freedom
• How one woman turned curiosity into a lifelong creative mission (complete with trackable books!)

This episode is your reminder that your most extraordinary chapter might just be the one you write next.

Connect with H: 

Get her books: Find Me Extraordinary Life Seeker Series

HHRune.com

Instagram @h.h.rune

Facebook

TikTok

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

The Say YES Summit is coming!
Join us August 5–6, 1–4 PM EST for a free, virtual gathering designed to help you say YES to the next season of your life—with courage, joy, and unapologetic self-trust. 

Save your spot here. Use code FREEDOM to join us for free. 

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy talks with Palak Dave, founder of In the Room (formerly Embiria) and author of Beautiful Every Days, about creating from alignment, listening to intuition, and building deeply connected, in-person community experiences for women.

They explore:

• The power of alignment and learning to tune out the noise
• Letting go of the “how” and trusting in divine timing
• Why curated, soulful connection beats content-driven community every time

This episode is your reminder that clarity, connection, and community are already available—you just have to say yes.

Connect with Palak:

On Instagram @paldave

Get her book: Beautiful Everydays

Note: Palak’s community was formerly known as “Embiria.” It’s now reimagined as In the Room—a space for women to gather, grow, and be seen in deeper ways.

On Instagram @intheroom.co

beintheroom.co

Referenced in this Episode:

The Say YES Sisterhood: your invitation to a vibrant community of women who are embracing their dreams, reclaiming their joy, and living life with intention. Join today!

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.

Fan Mail: Tell Wendy how you're saying yes to yourself!

Special Offer: Our friends at Cozy Earth are offering Say YES to Yourself! listeners an exclusive 40% off. Use code SAYYES at checkout to treat yourself to luxury  bedding and loungewear you'll never want to take off. Visit CozyEarth.com.

The Say YES Summit is coming!
Join us August 5–6, 1–4 PM EST for a free, virtual gathering designed to help you say YES to the next season of your life—with courage, joy, and unapologetic self-trust.  Save your spot here. Use code FREEDOM to join us for free. 

Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.

In this episode, Wendy is joined by Sara Ecklein, professional fiduciary and host of the Legacy of Love podcast, for a tender, illuminating conversation about legacy, storytelling, and conscious end-of-life care.

Sara’s personal experiences with loss led her to reimagine how we approach trust administration, not just as a legal task, but as an act of love.

They explore:

• Why courageous conversations are the true key to legacy and intimacy
• How Sara’s own loss led her to build a mindful fiduciary agency
• Why our estate plan can be a mirror reflecting our values, care, and truth

Whether you're navigating your own estate plan or supporting someone else's, this episode offers a gentle yet powerful invitation to create peace, clarity, and meaning for yourself and the people you love.

Connect with Sara:

LinkedIn

TrustandHonor.co

The Legacy of Love Podcast

The Legacy of Love Workbook

Referenced in this Episode:

Legacy of Love Podcast Episode featuring Yvonne Caputo

Yvonne Caputo's Books: Flying with Dad & Dying with Dad

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Connect with Wendy:

Linkedin
Instagram: @wendy.harrop
Facebook: Phineas Wright House

Website: Phineas Wright House
PWH Farm Stays
PWH Curated Experience and Travel

Interested in being a guest on the show?
Send your pitch to [email protected]

Podcast Production By Shannon Warner of Resonant Collective
Want to start your own podcast? Let's chat!

If this episode resonated, follow Say YES to Yourself! and leave a  5-star review. It helps more women in midlife discover the tools, stories, and community that make saying YES not only possible, but powerful.