Rising Strong: Midlife Burnout & Resilience

In this heartfelt and insightful episode, we dive into the power of joy, its connection to gratitude, and the importance of time management in living a life that reflects your values. Our guests share their personal journeys through burnout, grief, and the quest to redefine joy in circumstances they never anticipated.

• Choosing Joy & Gratitude: Joy isn’t just a feeling; it’s a conscious choice and practice. Learn how aligning your time with your values can lead to a more joyful life.
• Misalignment & Burnout: Hear personal stories of hitting burnout and realizing that misalignment between values and time management is often the culprit. Discover how pausing and reassessing priorities can be the first step toward healing.
• Redefining Joy in Hard Times: We explore how to rediscover joy, even when life feels overwhelming or when you’ve faced life-altering grief. Our guests discuss the importance of finding joy through small, intentional acts that align with personal values.
• Practical Tools for Creating Joy: From scheduling "me time" to finding new hobbies, our guests share actionable steps to integrate joy into your everyday life, even when life doesn’t go as planned.

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In this episode, we dive deep into the challenges of burnout, especially for high-achieving women in midlife. Our guest, Stacey Olson, shares her personal journey of balancing a demanding career with family life, and the pivotal moment she decided to stop working outside business hours to save her relationships and well-being. We explore the surprising benefits of prioritizing self-care, saying no, and how these shifts led to stronger performance and leadership. Stacey also discusses the science behind burnout recovery and the need for tailored, compassionate strategies that allow individuals to define what balance looks like for them. This episode offers practical tools, wisdom, and reassurance for those struggling to juggle it all.

Key Points:

• Stacey’s personal burnout story: how working 60-70 hours a week affected her family life and career.
• The importance of setting boundaries and prioritizing self-care to prevent burnout.
• How stepping back led to better performance and stronger leadership.
• Understanding that burnout is common, especially among women, and recognizing the warning signs.
• Overcoming the comparison trap and embracing individual values to make empowered choices.
• Practical tools for avoiding burnout and finding a path forward.

Quote of the Episode:

"You can't have it all when you stop trying to do it all."

Resources Mentioned:

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In this episode of Rising Strong, we dive into the journey of living our best life, even when faced with life’s toughest challenges. Our guest, Corliss Rassyle, shares her inspiring story of personal and professional growth, offering deep insights into how the experiences that shape us can ultimately empower us. From humble beginnings to international speaker, author, personal development coach, podcast host and CEO, Corliss's journey is a testament to resilience, the power of mindset, and the importance of finding purpose in our trials.

Key Takeaways:

1. The Power of Perspective: Corliss emphasizes that everything happens for a reason, even if we can’t see it at the moment. Looking back, life’s toughest moments often contain the greatest lessons that guide us toward our true potential.
2. Mindset is Everything: Understanding and mastering our mindset is key to overcoming adversity. By becoming aware of our thoughts and beliefs, we can shift our focus and make conscious choices that lead to positive outcomes.
3. The Importance of Choice: We all have the power to choose how we respond to life’s challenges. Corliss and Lisa both share how pivotal moments of choice allowed them to grow and live more fulfilling lives, even after experiencing profound loss.

Tune in to hear how these powerful lessons can help you navigate your own journey and live your best life, no matter what life throws your way.

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In this episode of Rising Strong, we sit down with a seasoned expert in sleep and anxiety to explore Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia (CBT-I). Our guest Savannah Hipes, shares their journey from a therapist working with veterans to becoming a dedicated advocate for sleep health. Discover how CBT-I is not only more effective than prescription sleep aids but also serves as the first-line treatment recommended by the American Academy of Physicians.

Key Takeaways:

• Learn about Cognitive Behavioral Therapy for Insomnia and why it’s considered the most effective treatment for sleep disorders, surpassing even prescribed sleeping pills.
• Understand the concept of psychological dependence on sleep aids and how CBT-I helps patients rebuild trust in their body’s natural ability to sleep.
• Discover how hormonal changes during menopause can wreak havoc on sleep patterns, leading to issues like obstructive sleep apnea, and how CBT-I can help alleviate these challenges.
• Explore how a comprehensive assessment and tailored behavioral interventions can significantly improve sleep quality, duration, and depth.
• Gain actionable insights into managing sleep-related anxiety, resetting circadian rhythms, and making sustainable changes to sleep habits.

Why You Should Listen:

If you’ve ever struggled with insomnia, are dependent on sleep medications, or are navigating the sleep challenges of menopause, this episode is packed with valuable information and practical advice. Our guest’s expertise and compassionate approach offer hope and a clear path to achieving restful, restorative sleep.

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• On social media you can find her @savannahhipes

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Are you a midlife mom struggling with self-worth and confidence? You're not alone. In this episode of the Rising Strong podcast, we dive deep into the complexities of self-confidence and self-worth, particularly for women navigating the challenges of midlife. Join us as we explore the factors that impact our self-perception and discover practical strategies to rebuild and reinforce your confidence. With insights from our guest, Janelle Cranbell, an expert in empowering women, this conversation offers valuable guidance for embracing your authentic self.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• The critical role of self-worth in influencing your confidence and how it evolves through different life stages.
• Practical steps for overcoming the comparison trap and staying true to your unique values and path.
• Mindset shifts and actionable practices that can help you cultivate a stronger sense of worth, regardless of external validation.

Don't miss this inspiring discussion that could be the key to reclaiming your confidence and thriving in midlife.

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Did you know that the feelings of boredom and restlessness that you might be experiencing in midlife are part of a scientifically recognized pattern? Many people experience a surprising dip in happiness during their forties and fifties, and it’s completely normal. This phenomenon, known as the happiness curve, explains why midlife can sometimes feel unfulfilling despite life being good.

What You'll Learn in This Episode:

• Understanding the Happiness Curve: Discover the science behind the U-shaped trajectory of happiness and why many experience a dip in midlife.
• Combatting Midlife Boredom: Learn practical strategies to reignite your passions, strengthen social connections, and set new goals.
• Boosting Midlife Happiness: Explore actionable steps to enhance your happiness and well-being, ensuring you rise strong through midlife challenges.

Feeling bored and unfulfilled in midlife? You're not alone. Dive into this enlightening episode to uncover the secrets of the happiness curve and transform your midlife experience into a joy-filled journey. Don't miss out on the valuable insights and practical strategies discussed in this episode.

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In this episode, we dive deep into a topic that's often left unspoken yet profoundly impacts midlife women—shame. Many women in midlife find themselves burdened by the weight of unfulfilled expectations, internalized guilt, and a relentless pursuit of perfection. But where does this shame originate, and how does it shape our lives? Join us as we explore how shame can quietly dictate our actions, self-worth, and relationships, often without us even realizing it. This conversation will open your eyes to the hidden struggles that many women face and how they can begin to break free.

In this episode you will:

• Discover how childhood experiences and societal pressures lay the foundation for shame in midlife.
• Uncover the surprising ways shame manifests in everyday life, affecting everything from self-care to professional success.
• Learn about the connection between perfectionism and shame, and why chasing perfection can keep you stuck in a cycle of self-doubt.

Tune in to hear more about how recognizing and addressing shame can lead to a more authentic and fulfilling life.

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In this special episode, host Lisa Boehm highlights the topic of achieving a balanced life without feeling overwhelmed. Midlife women often find themselves juggling numerous responsibilities—from career pressures and family obligations to caring for aging parents. This constant balancing act can lead to feelings of burnout and overwhelm.

In this episode, Lisa explores why addressing these issues is crucial and how making small changes can significantly improve your overall well-being. Listen in as we discuss common challenges, share practical tips for setting boundaries, and hear inspiring success stories from women who have found their balance.

• Practical strategies for setting boundaries and managing your time effectively.
• Real-life success stories of women who have transformed their lives by overcoming burnout and finding balance.
• The importance of self-care and how to incorporate it into your daily routine.

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Don't miss out on this insightful episode that offers actionable advice and real-life examples to help you find balance and joy in your midlife journey. Tune in now!

In this quick tip episode of Rising Strong: Lisa Boehm explores the transformative power of gratitude and introduces a simple yet impactful practice to incorporate into your daily routine. Through her personal journey and the innovative 3-2-1 method, Lisa demonstrates how gratitude can shift your mindset, enhance your resilience, and boost your overall wellbeing.

Why You Should Listen:

• Practical Tips: Get actionable advice that you can implement immediately to improve your mental health and emotional wellbeing.
• Inspiring Stories: Hear Lisa's personal experiences with gratitude, even in the face of grief, and find inspiration to apply these lessons to your own life.
• Free Guided Meditation: Access Lisa's free guided breath awareness and visualization meditation to further support your journey toward mindfulness and inner peace.

For more ways to cultivate mindfulness and relaxation, download Lisa’s free guided breath awareness and visualization meditation. Visit www.risingstrongpodcast.com/free to get your free copy today.

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In this episode of Rising Strong: Midlife Burnout & Resilience, we welcome Robin Kulesza, a divorce and resilience expert who helps midlife women overcome disconnection, disruption, and discontent. Robin shares her inspiring journey from a fulfilling military career as a pilot to becoming a counselor, focusing on resilience and authentic living. Together, we explore how midlife women can face their fears, embrace change, and find happiness in the next phase of their lives.

Key Takeaways:

• Embracing Change - Discover how Robin transitioned from a military career to counseling and what lessons she brought with her.
• Building Resilience - Learn practical strategies for overcoming fear, dealing with stress, and fostering resilience in everyday life.
• Finding Your Path - Understand the importance of self-compassion, mindfulness, and asking the right questions to navigate midlife transitions successfully.

Feeling overwhelmed and stressed? Ready to make small, impactful changes to transform your life? Sign up for exclusive 1:1 resilience coaching with Lisa using her unique 1% Shift Strategy. Hurry, only limited spots available! Book your session HERE.

Tune in and start your journey to a more resilient and fulfilling midlife!

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