The Next ChaptHER

Have you ever put on a color and instantly felt brighter, more confident, and more like yourself? Or bought something you loved in the store only to have it sit untouched in your closet?

In this episode of The Next ChaptHER, Andrea sits down with Judy Lee, founder of Huephoric Color Analysis, to talk about why color analysis is about so much more than figuring out whether you’re a summer or an autumn.

Judy shares how understanding your colors can reduce decision fatigue, make shopping easier and more intentional, and help you feel more confident in how you show up—especially during seasons of change.

They also talk about why black isn’t necessarily everyone’s best neutral, how color can influence how we feel and communicate, and simple ways to start using color with more intention.

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Lately, you might be noticing small things…

You’re asking people to repeat themselves.

And you’re wondering…

In this episode, I’m joined by my longtime friend and audiologist, Dr. Rhee Nesson of Hearing Doctors of New Jersey, to talk about something we don’t often connect to this chapter of life: hearing health.

It’s about understanding the subtle shifts happening in your body and knowing what to do next.

We talk about:

Because this isn’t just about hearing.

It’s about how you move through your life.

And if something feels off, you don’t have to ignore it.

If you’re experiencing ringing, buzzing, or changes in your hearing, this is a helpful place to start:

https://hearingdoctorsofnj.com/tinnitus-during-menopause-what-women-need-to-know/

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If you’re noticing changes — physically, emotionally, or just that sense of “something feels different” — this is exactly the space I support women through.

Not just what is happening…

Because sometimes it’s not one big thing.

And having someone to talk it through with changes everything.

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One year ago, I was sitting in a parking lot when I got the call that would change my life.

But this episode isn’t just about that moment. It’s about what happens after.

Because most of us will go through a year that changes us.

In this solo episode, I’m reflecting on the past year and sharing the questions I’ve been asking myself:

I talk about the part no one really sees.

And I share what actually helped me navigate this messy middle.

This episode is not just about cancer.

If you’re in your own version of a messy middle right now, you’re not alone.

You don’t need to have it all figured out.

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Episode Title: Perimenopause, Menopause, and the Chapter No One Prepared Us For

In this episode, Andrea sits down with menopause coach Susie Weinberg to talk about perimenopause and menopause, a stage of life that affects almost every woman, yet many still feel confused and alone when it begins.

They talk about common symptoms many women don’t realize are hormone-related, the frustration of being told “everything is normal,” the emotional impact of this stage of life, and why support and self-advocacy are so important.

This conversation is about more than hormones. It’s about identity, relationships, confidence, and learning how to navigate this chapter with more information, support, and compassion for yourself.

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In this episode of The Next ChaptHER Podcast, Andrea sits down with Dr. Andrea Hogan — known to her students as “Dr. Dre” — for a powerful conversation about losing your voice without losing it physically.

Together, they explore coercive control, what it looks like beyond physical abuse, and how identity can slowly erode through gaslighting, power imbalances, and survival mode. Dr. Dre shares her personal journey of recognizing coercive control, navigating mental health recovery, and reclaiming authorship of her life.

This conversation also turns toward rebuilding — letting new things in, rediscovering joy, finding community, and stepping into advocacy and purpose.

What coercive control is and why it’s often invisible

How women lose their voice and sense of self over time

Mental health recovery and removing stigma around seeking help

Post-traumatic growth and reclaiming authorship

Finding identity and joy beyond survival

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Sometimes life hands you a moment where everything shifts.

In this episode of The Next ChaptHER, Andrea Hecht sits down with Amy Schwartz, founder of Fuck It Inc., to talk about what “fuck it” really means — not giving up or being reckless, but choosing yourself when life feels out of control.

Amy shares how her personal “fuck it” mantra was born when her life shifted unexpectedly and what it’s taught her about choice, boundaries, and living fully.

Andrea also reflects on her own “fuck it” moment during her breast cancer experience, and why this conversation resonates far beyond health crises. This episode is for any woman navigating a curveball, an identity shift, burnout, caregiving, loss, or the messy middle of real life.

What “fuck it” really means (and what it doesn’t)

Choosing joy while still grieving what could have been

Reclaiming choice when life feels out of control

Boundaries, saying no, and protecting your sanity

Why choosing yourself doesn’t require permission

Amy Schwartz is the founder of Fuck It Inc., a jewelry and lifestyle brand turned movement — created as a reminder to keep living fully, even when life doesn’t go according to plan.

Website: https://www.fuckitinc.com

Andrea Hecht is a Certified Professional Life Coach & Well-being Specialist and the founder of Fully Informed Life. Through her coaching and The Next ChaptHER podcast, Andrea helps women reconnect with themselves and find their Roadmap Back to J.O.Y. (Journey of You) — especially in life’s messy middle.

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Most women in their 40s and 50s don’t think about long-term care—until they’re suddenly forced to.

In this episode of The Next ChaptHER Podcast, Andrea Hecht sits down with Suzanne Scheer, J.D., CLTC®, to unpack what long-term care actually is, why it matters, and why waiting until a crisis hits can leave families overwhelmed—emotionally, logistically, and financially.

Suzanne’s passion for this work is deeply personal. As part of the sandwich generation, she spent years caring for her parents through extended illnesses while raising her own young child. That experience opened her eyes to what families go through when there isn’t a clear plan in place—and why education before a crisis is so critical.

Together, Andrea and Suzanne break down long-term care in simple, human language—without fear-mongering or pressure—so women can make informed decisions that protect both their future selves and the people they love.

What long-term care really means (and what it does not)

Why Medicare and health insurance don’t cover custodial care

Common misconceptions that keep women from planning ahead

Why long-term care isn’t just about aging—it can happen at any age

The different types of care: home care, assisted living, memory care, and more

Traditional long-term care insurance vs. newer hybrid/asset-based options

How health history and timing affect eligibility

Why planning ahead gives you choice—not panic

How proactive planning can reduce emotional and financial strain on families

Long-term care covers custodial care—help with daily activities—not medical treatment

Medicare offers only limited, short-term rehab coverage

Planning earlier often means more flexibility, better options, and less stress

Newer long-term care products can provide value even if care is never needed

The goal isn’t just financial protection—it’s dignity, autonomy, and family peace

Suzanne Scheer, J.D., CLTC® is a long-term care specialist who helps individuals and families plan proactively—before they’re in crisis. She is known for her clear, compassionate approach and specializes exclusively in long-term care education and planning.

🔗 Website: https://www.sgsinsurance.net

💻 Upcoming Webinar: “Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance” will be on February 19th at Noon EST.  Registration link:  https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tcs5Y0ZIRgaHWVlFbwbYkw

The Shopper’s Guide to Long-Term Care Insurance

To learn more about Andrea’s work supporting women through transitions and helping them find their roadmap back to J.O.Y. (Journey of You), visit fullyinformedlife.com.

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Until next time, keep writing your next chapter.

Before we step into the rush of December — the events, expectations, emotions, and everything extra — this episode invites you to slow down and take a breath.

Today, Andrea walks you through one of the most clarity-creating exercises she uses with clients and inside her Circle groups: choosing a feeling you want to protect and then using your camera roll or calendar as a truth-telling inventory to understand what supports that feeling… and what drains it.

This isn’t about resolutions, reinventions, or “new year, new me.”

Inside this episode, Andrea shares:

Why choosing one anchor feeling is far more powerful than setting a dozen goals

How your camera roll and calendar reveal the real story of your year

The three buckets that help you see your wins, your drains, and your clues

How patterns point directly to what needs to be protected, released, or re-aligned

Why boundaries hide in your calendar

How Andrea’s own year — including breast cancer, recovery, healing, recalibration — led her to choose strength as her feeling to protect

This episode is part grounding, part practical exercise, and part invitation to choose differently before January arrives.

How to identify the feeling that anchors you

What your camera roll and planner reveal about your lived experience

How to gather data about your life without judgment

How small smile moments and forgotten wins show you what supports you

Why repeated drains show you exactly where boundaries are needed

A simple, powerful framework to step into December with intention

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There are moments in life that stop you cold — the ones you didn’t schedule, didn’t plan for, and definitely didn’t see coming. The kinds of moments that crack you open and force you to see yourself, your life, and your inner voice through an entirely different lens.

In today’s episode, I’m joined by USA Today bestselling author Cara Lockwood, whose newest book, There’s No Good Book for This (But I Wrote One Anyway), brings humor and raw honesty to the chapter of her life that changed everything: her breast cancer journey.

But our conversation goes far beyond illness.

Cara and I dive into reframing old narratives, challenging the stories we’ve absorbed over the years, why asking for help is actually a strength, and what it means to take back control of the pen as you write your next chapter.

Whether you’re currently navigating a heavy season or simply feeling stretched thin, this conversation is your reminder that you are stronger than you think… and you deserve the same grace you so freely give to everyone else.

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The past few weeks have been full of “full-circle” moments for me — from hosting my very first Next ChaptHER Connect event, Courage & Caramels, to speaking at a Pink Babka Bake in front of the most incredible group of women. Both experiences reminded me what this community is truly about: connection, conversation, and choosing happiness even when life feels sticky.

In this heartfelt episode, I share the reflections, mindset shifts, and stories from both events, including what I’ve learned throughout my seven-month breast cancer journey about how to stay grounded, use humor and gratitude to heal, and reach for those rose-colored glasses even when they’re foggy.

If you’re walking through something hard or just trying to find your footing again, this episode is for you. You’ll hear how small mindset shifts, community, and a willingness to laugh (even in the hospital gown moments) can help you rediscover your strength and your joy.

The real story behind Courage & Caramels and what inspired it

How humor and gratitude became my healing tools

Why “being strong” doesn’t mean pretending everything’s fine

How to keep your brain “online” when life feels chaotic

The power of faith, friendship, and letting yourself be seen

How to ask for — and receive — help without guilt

Why misery and happiness are both choices

The role the community plays in helping us find joy again

“Even when life gets sticky, there’s always sweetness if you’re willing to look for it.”

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