The Best is Yet Unwritten - Because midlife isn't the end of the story - it's the beginning

I didn’t expect to cry in Target.

But there I was. I was standing in the toy aisle, staring at a big blue bouncy ball, overtaken by a wave of memories I didn’t see coming.

In this episode, I share a moment that took the wind out of me and what it revealed about mid-life, motherhood, and the quiet grief that lives alongside deep gratitude.

In this episode, I share how one simple moment on a walk changed everything for me—and how slowing down and learning to “look up” helped me reconnect with joy, presence, and what truly matters.

In this episode, Cherie explores how deep conditioning, responsibility for others’ feelings, and the need to manage perceptions can quietly disconnect us from our own inner voice, especially in midlife. She'll share why simply setting boundaries isn’t enough, how people pleasing steals our time, energy, and authenticity, and what it really takes to rediscover what you want for this next chapter of life.

A tender reflection on redefining abundance in midlife through flowers, macadamia nuts, and a simple box of Kleenex. Cherie Somers shares how true wealth isn’t found in money or status, but in gratitude, perspective, and the everyday luxuries that remind us how rich life already is.

In this episode of The Best Is Yet Unwritten, Cherie Somers shares a deeply personal reflection on how one small belief, “I can’t dance”, became a lifelong story that kept her from joy and freedom.

Through the lens of midlife reinvention and self-discovery, Cherie explores how limiting beliefs can quietly shape our identities, and how learning to let them go opens the door to authenticity, confidence, and new beginnings.

If you’ve ever felt stuck in old patterns, afraid to be seen, or unsure how to step into your next chapter, this episode is a gentle reminder that it’s never too late to rewrite the story you tell yourself and to find your way home again.

In this heartfelt episode of The Best Is Yet Unwritten, Cherie Somers shares her deeply personal story of rediscovering joy and purpose in midlife.

As the kids leave the nest and familiar roles begin to fade, many women find themselves asking, Who am I now? Cherie explores that question with honesty and warmth, reflecting on how she learned to reconnect with her authentic self after years of living for everyone else.

Through her story, you’ll hear how small, mindful moments, how she rediscovered favorite sights, sounds, and textures...this became her first steps toward self-discovery and a more intentional, joy-filled life.

Whether you’re navigating an empty nest, redefining your identity, or simply craving more meaning in this next chapter, this episode will remind you that it’s never too late to begin again.

Have you ever felt like it’s too late to pursue your dreams and that your best years are behind you? In this episode of The Best Is Yet Unwritten, Cherie Somers shares her powerful personal story of stepping into possibility at 40 and again at 55 rewriting limiting beliefs, discovering her voice, and daring to reinvent her life in the second half.

You’ll hear about:

• How Cherie recognized the stories she was telling herself that held her back

• The pivotal moment she decided to “go all in” on herself

• What it looks like to listen for your inner whisper and take small, courageous steps

• How midlife is not the end of possibility, but a new beginning

This episode is for anyone navigating life transitions, feeling stuck by fear or beliefs, or wanting to reclaim joy and purpose in midlife. It’s a reminder that it’s never too late to start again.