Relationships don’t just end in midlife — they evolve, fracture, and sometimes quietly fall away.

Friendships that once felt effortless can start to feel misaligned. Long-term relationships shift in ways you didn’t expect. And if you find yourself dating again after a divorce or breakup, it’s often with a completely different perspective — and a completely different set of questions.

In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Darcy Sterling, licensed therapist and host of We Need To Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling, to explore what’s really happening beneath the surface of relationships in midlife.

We talk about the emotional complexity of outgrowing people, the reality of starting over, and how to approach relationships differently in this next chapter.

This is a conversation about clarity — what fits, what doesn’t, and what you’re no longer willing to ignore.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why female friendships often break down in midlife
• How to recognize when you’ve outgrown a friendship vs. when it’s worth repairing
• The emotional reality of divorce after a long-term relationship
• Why dating in midlife feels different — and what women often get wrong
• Attraction vs. stability: what actually matters the second time around
• How relationship patterns repeat — even after personal growth

A question to consider:

Have you ever outgrown a relationship — romantic or platonic — and known it before you were ready to admit it?

About the Guest:

Dr. Darcy Sterling is a New York City–based licensed therapist and relationship expert specializing in dating, attachment, and emotional dynamics. She is the host of We Need To Talk with Dr. Darcy Sterling and has appeared across major media platforms, bringing a direct, insightful approach to modern relationships.

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Trust your doctor's guidance or trust your own instincts—it's a dilemma that many of us face, and honestly, it can feel like choosing between a rock and a hard place. In this episode, we dive deep into that very question, weighing the merits of medical advice against our gut feelings, especially when something feels off. With a captivating blend of personal anecdotes and thoughtful insights, we explore the landscape of health awareness, particularly for women, and the importance of proactive measures like low-dose chest CT scans. Our guest, who has a family steeped in medicine, shares her journey through a lung cancer diagnosis that caught her completely off guard despite her active lifestyle. We have a fun game at the end where we unpack the trade-offs between early detection and the anxiety of over-diagnosis, because let’s be real, navigating health can sometimes feel like a high-stakes game of Jenga. So, grab your headphones and join us for a thought-provoking discussion filled with witty banter and some serious takeaways! The episode culminates in a heartfelt call to action for listeners, particularly women, to take charge of their health narratives. Speaker B's journey through a lung cancer diagnosis serves as a catalyst for urging others to pursue preventive measures like low-dose chest CT scans. As they share insights from her book, "One Scan Saved My Life," the importance of education and awareness in combating health fears becomes evident. The speakers encourage a culture of open dialogue around health issues, stressing that knowledge is power and urging listeners to involve friends and family in their health journeys. Their discussion is not just about health; it's about community, support, and the collective effort to navigate the complexities of medical care. With a blend of humor and earnestness, they leave listeners with a sense of urgency and empowerment, highlighting that taking proactive steps today could lead to healthier tomorrows.

Takeaways:

• Trusting your instincts can sometimes be more powerful than solely relying on medical advice, especially when something feels off.
• Having a mindset that believes in health while acknowledging risks can be a balancing act that shapes our health journey.
• Early detection of health issues can be a double-edged sword, with the potential for over-treatment and anxiety looming large.
• Humor can play a crucial role in coping with serious health challenges, as it lightens the emotional load we carry.
• Women over 40, especially those with family histories of certain conditions, should advocate for more inclusive screening guidelines.
• Maintaining a proactive approach to health, including regular check-ups and screenings, is essential for effective illness prevention and management.

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She did everything right.

Healthy. Active. A mother of four. A non-smoker.

And still—she had lung cancer.

In this episode of The Iconic Midlife, Roxy Manning sits down with investor, healthcare policy advocate, and lung cancer survivor Shira Boehler to unpack a diagnosis that wasn’t supposed to happen—and what it reveals about the gaps in modern healthcare.

At 43, Shira went in for a preventative full-body scan with no symptoms, no warning signs, and no reason to believe anything was wrong. What she found instead was Stage 1 lung cancer—caught early not because of the system, but because she pushed beyond it.

This conversation challenges everything we think we know about risk, prevention, and what it really means to be “healthy.”

In this episode, we cover:

• Why lung cancer is rising in healthy, non-smoking women
• The dangerous gap in current screening guidelines
• What happens when you’re told “you’re fine”… and you’re not
• The tension between trusting your doctor and trusting your instinct
• How access, resources, and advocacy can change outcomes
• The emotional reality of facing cancer as a mother of four
• Why early detection isn’t just about science—it’s about access

About Shira Boehler:

Shira Boehler is an investor, healthcare policy advocate, and founder of the Cancer Doesn’t Care Foundation. After her unexpected diagnosis, she has dedicated her work to expanding access to early detection and pushing for changes in national lung cancer screening guidelines.

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Are your symptoms being missed… or misunderstood?In this bonus episode of The Iconic Midlife, I’m joined again by Dr. Eboni Cornish for a rapid-fire game we’re calling “Missed or Misunderstood?”I throw out real symptoms and scenarios that so many women experience in midlife—and she breaks down what might actually be going on beneath the surface.From brain fog and fatigue to anxiety, hormone shifts, and everything in between, this is a fast, eye-opening look at why so many women are told they’re “fine”… when they don’t feel it.It’s quick. It’s sharp. And it might change the way you think about your own symptoms.If you haven’t listened to the full episode yet, start there first—then come back to this one. Together, they connect the dots.WHAT WE COVER

• Symptoms that are often missed vs misunderstood
• Why “normal” labs don’t always tell the full story
• The overlap between hormones, inflammation, and immune function
• Brain fog, fatigue, and anxiety—what might actually be driving them
• How women’s symptoms are often dismissed or oversimplified
• The importance of asking better, more specific questions

KEY TAKEAWAY

Not everything is as simple as it’s made to seem—and not everything that’s missed is harmless.

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So many women hit a point in midlife where something just feels… off.The fatigue, the brain fog, the anxiety, the sense that you’re not quite yourself anymore.You run the labs. You’re told everything looks “normal.”And yet—you don’t feel normal at all.In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Eboni Cornish, a physician specializing in neuroinflammation and complex, often “invisible” illnesses like Lyme disease and autoimmune conditions.We unpack what’s really going on beneath symptoms that are often dismissed or misdiagnosed—especially in midlife—and why Lyme disease is far more widespread than most people realize.This conversation goes beyond the surface. It’s about the gap between what women are feeling… and what the medical system is catching.We talk about how inflammation in the brain and body can show up as brain fog, fatigue, anxiety, and mood shifts—and why so many women are told it’s “just hormones” or “just stress” when something deeper may be going on.If you’ve ever felt like your body is trying to tell you something—but you haven’t been able to get clear answers—this episode will help you start connecting the dots.WHAT WE COVER

• Why so many women feel “off” despite normal lab results
• The connection between Lyme disease and midlife symptoms
• What neuroinflammation actually is—and how it shows up
• Why Lyme disease is underdiagnosed across the U.S. (not just the Northeast)
• The overlap between hormones, inflammation, and autoimmune issues
• Why symptoms like brain fog, fatigue, and anxiety are often misdiagnosed
• How the medical system can miss complex, chronic conditions
• What to do if you feel dismissed or unheard by your doctor

KEY TAKEAWAY

If something feels off in your body, it’s worth paying attention to.

“Normal” labs don’t always tell the full story.

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Cold plunges. Intermittent fasting. Daily cardio. Peptides. Supplements.

There’s no shortage of wellness advice right now — especially for women in midlife.

But what’s actually worth your time?

And what might be overhyped?

In this bonus episode of The Iconic Midlife, we’re playing “Overrated or Underrated” with Dr. Chris Asandra, a longevity physician and hormone health expert, and Maria Chase, founder of BURN LA.

It’s a rapid-fire breakdown of some of the most talked-about fitness and wellness trends — where they land, what actually works, and where women may be overcomplicating things.

This is the unfiltered version of the conversation — honest, practical, and a little more revealing.

✨ In This Episode, We Cover:

• Cold plunges: worth it or overhyped?
• Intermittent fasting after 40
• Strength training and muscle building in midlife
• Daily cardio: helpful or too much?
• Recovery days and why they matter
• Detoxes and cleanses
• Supplements and wellness overload
• Peptides and trending longevity tools

🎙️ About the Guests

Dr. Chris Asandra is a longevity physician and hormone health expert specializing in regenerative medicine, metabolic health, and performance optimization.

Maria Chase is the founder of BURN LA, a Los Angeles-based fitness studio focused on strength training and results-driven programming for clients at every stage of life.

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What happens when the workouts that used to work… stop working?

So many women hit their 40s and feel like the rules suddenly changed.

Energy shifts. Sleep becomes unpredictable. Muscle feels harder to maintain. And despite doing all the “right” things, the results don’t always follow.

In this episode of The Iconic Midlife, we’re breaking down what’s actually happening in the body during midlife — and how women can rethink fitness, metabolism, and recovery in a way that actually works.

I’m joined by Dr. Chris Asandra, a physician specializing in regenerative and longevity medicine, and Maria Chase, founder of BURN LA, a fitness studio with a front-row seat to how women’s bodies and needs evolve over time.

Together, we explore the intersection of hormones, strength training, and metabolic health — and unpack one of the most talked-about (and misunderstood) topics in wellness right now: peptides.

This is a conversation about cutting through the noise — and understanding what truly matters if you want to feel strong, energized, and confident in midlife.

In This Episode, We Cover:

• What’s actually happening in the body during perimenopause and midlife
• Why workouts that once worked may stop delivering the same results
• The critical role of muscle in metabolism, energy, and long-term health
• How women should be thinking about strength training in their 40s and beyond
• The balance between pushing your body and prioritizing recovery
• Wellness trends vs. real science — what’s worth your time and what’s not
• Peptides explained: what they are, how they work, and whether they live up to the hype
• The biggest misconceptions women have about aging, fitness, and hormones
• Simple, actionable shifts to feel better in your body over the next six months

About the Guests:

Dr. Chris Asandra is a physician specializing in regenerative medicine, hormone optimization, and longevity-focused care. His work focuses on helping patients optimize performance, recovery, and long-term health through advanced medical and wellness strategies.

Maria Chase is the founder of BURN LA, a Los Angeles-based fitness studio known for its high-energy, results-driven approach to strength and conditioning across all stages of life.

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Share it with a friend who’s navigating midlife and trying to make sense of the changes happening in her body.

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What’s actually worth it when it comes to midlife skin?

Because between facials, lasers, injectables, luxury creams, and every trending treatment in between… it’s easy to spend a lot of money without really knowing what’s working.

So instead of another long conversation, we did something different.

In this episode of The Iconic Midlife, Roxy Manning puts skin specialist Erica Marie Gatt, founder of EM Skin Studio, in the hot seat for a rapid-fire game of Face Off—where she has to choose between two options… and defend her answer.

No “it depends.”

No middle ground.

Just real opinions on what actually works for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.

This one is fast, honest, and surprisingly revealing.

🔥 In This Episode

• Botox vs. retinol—what’s actually more effective?

• Facials vs. lasers—where should you spend your money?

• Luxury skincare vs. drugstore—does price really matter?

• Filler—worth it or overhyped?

• What treatments deliver real results for midlife skin

• The biggest misconceptions women have about anti-aging

👩‍⚕️ About Erica Marie Gatt

Erica Marie Gatt is a skin specialist and the founder of EM Skin Studio in Hermosa Beach, California.

Known for her customized, results-driven approach, Erica blends advanced skincare treatments with a holistic philosophy to support long-term skin health—especially for women navigating hormonal changes in midlife.

Her work has been featured in Vogue, Angeleno, and California Wedding Day.

📲 Connect with Erica

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericamiegatt

Studio: https://www.instagram.com/emskinstudiola

Website: https://www.emskinstudio.com

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If your skincare routine suddenly feels like it stopped working overnight… you’re not imagining things.

During perimenopause and menopause, hormonal shifts can dramatically change the skin. Collagen production slows, elasticity decreases, dryness increases, and breakouts can return even if you haven’t had acne since high school. Products that once worked beautifully may suddenly feel ineffective.

In this episode of The Iconic Midlife, host Roxy Manning sits down with esthetician and skin specialist Erica Marie Gatt, founder of EM Skin Studio in Hermosa Beach, to break down what’s actually happening to women’s skin during midlife—and what to do about it.

Erica has been featured in Vogue, Angeleno, and California Wedding Day, and is known for her custom facial treatments that combine clinical skincare with a holistic approach. She works closely with women navigating hormonal skin changes and has seen firsthand what truly works—and what’s just expensive hype.

This conversation covers the science, the myths, and the practical solutions that can help women take control of their skin during this stage of life.

In This Episode

• Why skin suddenly changes during perimenopause and menopause

• The hormonal shifts that impact collagen, elasticity, and hydration

• Why the skincare products that worked in your 30s may stop working in your 40s

• The biggest skincare mistakes women over 40 are making

• The treatments that actually improve midlife skin

• Where to invest your money in skincare—and what may not be worth it

• Simple, practical ways to support your skin during hormonal change

About Erica Marie Gatt

Erica Marie Gatt is a skin specialist and the founder of EM Skin Studio, a results-driven skincare studio located in Hermosa Beach, California.

Known for her personalized approach to skincare, Erica blends advanced facial treatments with a holistic understanding of skin health. Her work has been featured in Vogue, Angeleno, and California Wedding Day, and she has built a loyal following of clients seeking natural, radiant, long-term skin health.

Her treatments incorporate modalities such as HydraFacial, oxygen therapy, microdermabrasion, LED therapy, and dermaplaning—customized for each client’s unique skin concerns.

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Menopause Myths vs Facts: What’s Actually True?

Menopause is having a moment — but with all the conversation comes a lot of confusion.

From hormone therapy fears to hot flash folklore, women have been told a lot of things about menopause… and not all of them are true.

In this fun game-style episode of The Iconic Midlife, we separate fact from fiction and put some of the most common menopause myths to the test.

Because midlife shouldn’t be navigated with outdated information.

Together, we tackle questions women hear all the time:

• Does hormone therapy cause cancer?

• Is weight gain during menopause inevitable?

• Are hot flashes the only symptom of menopause?

• Does menopause mean your sex life is over?

• Is brain fog “just part of aging”?

Some of these answers might surprise you.

Whether you’re in perimenopause, menopause, or simply curious about what’s ahead, this episode is designed to give you clear, honest insights about what’s really happening in midlife.

Because understanding your body shouldn’t feel like guesswork.

And when women have the right information, they’re empowered to make better decisions about their health.

In This Episode

• The biggest myths women hear about menopause

• What science actually says about hormone therapy

• Why menopause symptoms can look very different from woman to woman

• The surprising ways midlife health affects sleep, mood, and metabolism

• Why better conversations about menopause are finally happening

Listen if you want to learn

• What’s fact vs fiction when it comes to menopause

• How to better understand what your body is experiencing

• Why midlife health deserves more attention and better information

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Let’s Connect

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Links referenced in this episode:

• drlouisenewson.co.uk
• theiconicmidlife
• redcarpetroxy