What if midlife isn’t about fading into the background—but finally stepping into your power? In this honest and deeply soulful episode of Hey Soul Sista, host Mel Histon, is joined by psychologist, Kaz Amos, to talk about the midlife glow-up—the emotional and spiritual transformation that can happen when we stop shrinking and start truly loving ourselves.

Together, they dive into self-worth, releasing outdated beliefs, breaking free from external validation, and embracing the second half of life as your most vibrant chapter yet.

Kaz also shares how her own journey to becoming a psychologist at 50 taught her about vulnerability, growth, and what it really means to live soulfully and courageously.

If you’re ready to let go of guilt, rewrite your inner voice, and fall back in love with your life—this conversation is for you. In this episode:

🌱 What the “midlife glow-up” really means (it’s not about your skin cream!)

💛 Why so many women struggle with self-love and internal validation

🧠 How early life experiences shape our inner critic and sense of worth 

🧘‍♀️ The power of daily practices like breathwork and affirmations

🗣 How to soften your inner voice and turn down the self-judgment

💡 Kaz’s SOS mantra for when life feels overwhelming: “I am safe. I am okay. I am strong.”

🌸 Self-compassion vs. control—and why letting go is the real glow-up

🧭 Outside-in vs. inside-out healing (and how to access both)

💬 Why sharing your light gives others permission to do the same

 

Mentioned in This Episode: 

• Kaz's go-to mantra: “I am safe. I am okay. I am strong.”
• Dr. James Doty’s work on the neuroscience of compassion and manifestation
• The daily Himalayan breathwork + meditation practice that changed Mel’s mindset (Aham Prema – I am Love) 
• Gabor Maté’s principle of “valuing compassion over control”

 

Resources & Links: 

🔗 Kaz Amos (Psychologist) — kazamos.com.au (coming soon)

🕊 Book a session with Kaz at The Hummingbird Centre, Broadmeadow NSW

🧘🏼‍♀️ Mel’s "I Am Love" Meditation & Breathwork Practice by Geoff Ruff: https://youtu.be/g2OaQlOgtlY?si=0UVGZ6q-IsP3NAjT

📚 Recommended reading: “Into the Magic Shop” by Dr. James Doty

 

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