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What Does It Mean to Age with Purpose? | Robin Kencel
What if the next chapter of your life isn't about reinventing yourself — but rediscovering who you were always meant to be?
In this rich conversation, Michelle sits down with Robin Kencel — certified spiritual director, seven-time Pro-Am ballroom champion, hospice volunteer, and the voice behind the Substack Aging with Purpose. Robin brings wisdom earned across six careers, a pageant stage, a broken foot, and a pilgrimage to Lourdes — and she's not slowing down at 68.
In this episode, you'll hear:
- What spiritual direction actually is (and why it's not therapy or Bible study)
- Why midlife is such a powerful turning point — and what happens when the roles that defined us start to fall away
- The biggest lie women tell themselves after 50 ("I'm too old") — and how to rewrite it
- How to begin listening to your inner life again, starting with the practice of stillness
- The difference between reinventing yourself and rediscovering who you were made to be
- Why women over 50 feel invisible — and why Robin refuses to hand that power over
- How improv acting gave Robin unexpected confidence — and what that means for you
- The one habit-building strategy Robin swears by (hint: James Clear would agree)
Robin's challenge to you: Start with a list. What are your non-negotiables? What did you love as a child? What's one thing that's been quietly calling you? Then do a little bit of that thing — every single day.
Connect with Robin Kencel: 🌐 robinkencel.com 📧 Substack: Aging with Purpose 📱 Social: @robinkencel
Episode Sponsor
This episode is sponsored by author Patti Brown. You may remember Patti from Season 1 — she left quite an impression, and for good reason. https://youtu.be/xXHI7_0SNpo?si=TCY99pVK67vP45Co
📖 The Quiet Voice — A collection of personal essays about struggling with addiction and finding a way out, not through force, but by learning to follow that quiet inner voice we all carry. A feel-good story of overcoming, gratitude, and hope. 👉 https://a.co/d/0eymx9c8
🐢 Lola and the Sea Turtle — Patti's beautiful children's book, perfect for the little ones in your life. 👉 https://a.co/d/0gzOmlcZ
Look her up. You'll be glad you did.
Courageously You: Seven Simple Frameworks to Create the Life You Love by Michelle Thompson is available on Amazon starting June 25th. Mark your calendar, set a reminder, and share it with a friend who needs it.
📍 hercomebackpodcast.com
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By Michelle ThompsonWhat Does It Mean to Age with Purpose? | Robin Kencel
What if the next chapter of your life isn't about reinventing yourself — but rediscovering who you were always meant to be?
In this rich conversation, Michelle sits down with Robin Kencel — certified spiritual director, seven-time Pro-Am ballroom champion, hospice volunteer, and the voice behind the Substack Aging with Purpose. Robin brings wisdom earned across six careers, a pageant stage, a broken foot, and a pilgrimage to Lourdes — and she's not slowing down at 68.
In this episode, you'll hear:
- What spiritual direction actually is (and why it's not therapy or Bible study)
- Why midlife is such a powerful turning point — and what happens when the roles that defined us start to fall away
- The biggest lie women tell themselves after 50 ("I'm too old") — and how to rewrite it
- How to begin listening to your inner life again, starting with the practice of stillness
- The difference between reinventing yourself and rediscovering who you were made to be
- Why women over 50 feel invisible — and why Robin refuses to hand that power over
- How improv acting gave Robin unexpected confidence — and what that means for you
- The one habit-building strategy Robin swears by (hint: James Clear would agree)
Robin's challenge to you: Start with a list. What are your non-negotiables? What did you love as a child? What's one thing that's been quietly calling you? Then do a little bit of that thing — every single day.
Connect with Robin Kencel: 🌐 robinkencel.com 📧 Substack: Aging with Purpose 📱 Social: @robinkencel
Episode Sponsor
This episode is sponsored by author Patti Brown. You may remember Patti from Season 1 — she left quite an impression, and for good reason. https://youtu.be/xXHI7_0SNpo?si=TCY99pVK67vP45Co
📖 The Quiet Voice — A collection of personal essays about struggling with addiction and finding a way out, not through force, but by learning to follow that quiet inner voice we all carry. A feel-good story of overcoming, gratitude, and hope. 👉 https://a.co/d/0eymx9c8
🐢 Lola and the Sea Turtle — Patti's beautiful children's book, perfect for the little ones in your life. 👉 https://a.co/d/0gzOmlcZ
Look her up. You'll be glad you did.
Courageously You: Seven Simple Frameworks to Create the Life You Love by Michelle Thompson is available on Amazon starting June 25th. Mark your calendar, set a reminder, and share it with a friend who needs it.
📍 hercomebackpodcast.com