This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome back to Women Over 40, where we shake off the expectations, the timelines, and the stereotypes to make space for reinvention—and today, I want to talk directly to all of you who feel that quiet tug for something new. Right now, there’s a rising chorus of women—sometimes whispered, sometimes shouted—who are starting over after forty. Whether it's triggered by a health crisis, a job loss, the last kid leaving for college, or simply the feeling that what got us here isn’t enough for where we want to go next, the question stands: How do we pursue new passions and truly reinvent ourselves after forty?

Barbara Waxman, the author of The Middlescence Manifesto, compares this chapter of life to adolescence—a time of emotional intensity and change, yes, but also a powerful moment to step boldly into who we are becoming. Our generation has the unprecedented opportunity of extra decades—decades!—to fill with meaning and creativity. Increased longevity has made it not only possible but necessary to find new ways to thrive after forty. Lesley Jane Seymour, founder of CoveyClub, points out that women have the experience, confidence, and networks it takes to make dramatic pivots, often more easily than when we were thirty.

Look at the examples: Toni Morrison published her first novel, The Bluest Eye, at forty. Vera Wang didn’t start designing wedding gowns until she was forty, transforming herself from figure skater and editor into a global fashion icon. Even Arianna Huffington launched The Huffington Post at fifty-five, redefining her life and career at a time when others said it was time to slow down. Their stories don’t just make great headlines—they invite us to ask, "Why not me?"

It's not just celebrities or public figures. Susan Lister Locke, who once managed specialty sportswear shops on Nantucket, pivoted into real estate and then, in her fifties, finally unleashed her lifelong love of art and jewelry making. By taking classes just for fun, Susan found a new tribe, customers, and eventually saw her work showcased in Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. Her reinvention started with a simple list: What do I like? What am I good at? What interests me? Sometimes rediscovering old passions is the first step.

Other women turn a life crisis into creation. Terri Bryant, a successful makeup artist, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. She channeled her energy into designing breakthrough makeup tools and founded Guide Beauty, helping others—especially people with mobility challenges—find joy and independence through beauty.

Stories like these are possible because at forty and beyond, we give ourselves permission to care less about what others think, and more about what lights us up inside. So here’s what I want you to hear today: Curiosity is your compass. Inspiration is everywhere—whether that means building a business, writing a novel, or simply turning a side hobby into a new adventure.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome back to Women Over 40. Today, we're diving straight into one of the most powerful topics for this community: reinventing yourself after 40 and boldly pursuing new passions.

Let’s cut to it. Age is just a number, and if you’re listening right now, remember this: your 40s aren’t the end, they’re an open door. As Barbara Waxman, author of The Middlescence Manifesto, has said, midlife isn’t something to fear—it’s a phase bursting with possibility. Waxman compares our 40s to a new adolescence. Our bodies are changing, our ambitions evolve, and the world starts to listen a little less to what we were, a little more to what we choose now. Your wisdom is your power.

Take Toni Morrison, who published her first novel at 40. Then there’s Vera Wang, who turned a career shift into fashion legend in her 40s. Arianna Huffington didn’t launch The Huffington Post until she was 55. Each of these women stepped into their second acts, and the world took notice.

Let’s talk about real women you might not see in headlines but are just as inspiring. Susan Lister Locke, after divorce and a company collapse at nearly 50, made a list—not just about career, but what lit her up inside. That led her to real estate and, unexpectedly, a blossoming jewelry business selling in Nantucket and Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. Her story reminds us that passion is often waiting for us where we least expect it.

Diane Bruno rediscovered fulfillment after years in PR when a funeral director inspired her to shift into a helping profession. Facing something as daunting as death, she confronted her deepest fears and reinvented her career, finding healing and purpose where sadness once lived.

Terri Bryant spent 25 years as a makeup artist before Parkinson’s disease changed her path. Refusing defeat, she created Guide Beauty, designing products that empower all, including those with physical challenges. When she embraced her diagnosis, her true reinvention began—and now she’s making beauty accessible for everyone, joined by Selma Blair as Chief Creative Officer.

But it’s not just careers. Caitlin Meister in New York faced the overwhelming reality of motherhood and rebuilt both her personal identity and business to match her new chapter, launching The Greer Meister Group.

If you’re standing at the edge of a new decade feeling restless, uncertain, or even grieving what you’ve left behind, know that you’re not alone. Vishakha Shinde rebuilt abandoned family nurseries in Maharashtra, India, transforming old traditions into a thriving plant business and finding unexpected joy in each sprouting leaf.

So, what does it really take to reinvent yourself after 40? Openness, curiosity, and the courage to let go of “should.” Make a list for yourself, like Susan did: What do I love? What am I naturally good at? What am I ready to let go? Remember, your passions aren’t static—they evolve with you.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome to Women Over 40, the podcast where powerful women like you get inspired to take charge of your next chapter. Today we’re diving right in: reinventing yourself after 40, especially when it comes to chasing new passions and ambitions.

Turning 40 isn’t the end of something—it’s the launchpad for a whole new era. Barbara Waxman, author of The Middlescence Manifesto, calls midlife a powerful stage. She says our bodies are changing, emotions are running high, but what really shifts is our desire for meaning and fulfillment. This is the time to ask, “What do I want next?” Because you now have the experience, the confidence, and, as Lesley Jane Seymour from CoveyClub puts it, often the means to make big changes happen.

So what does reinvention look like in real life? Let’s talk about some trailblazers. Take Toni Morrison—she wrote her first novel at 40 and went on to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Vera Wang was a figure skater and journalist before she found her true calling as a fashion designer at age 40. Arianna Huffington founded The Huffington Post at 55, transforming digital media. These stories prove your best work might still be ahead, not behind you.

But reinvention isn’t reserved for celebrities. Listen to Susan Lister Locke’s story. She hit 50 after a divorce and a career shake-up. She sat down with herself and asked, What do I actually love? What am I really good at? She decided to pivot, getting her real estate license but also, just for joy, taking art and jewelry-making classes. Soon, her creations were selling in upscale shops and even Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. Susan didn’t follow a perfect plan. She just let curiosity and honesty guide her, and reinvention followed.

Sometimes the push comes from loss or health challenges. Terri Bryant spent more than 25 years as a makeup artist before she developed symptoms of Parkinson’s Disease. Instead of stepping away, she created Guide Beauty, launching a line of makeup tools that are now changing the industry and making beauty more inclusive. Terri now works with Selma Blair as her company’s Chief Creative Officer—a partnership inspired by profound life change and acceptance.

Every reinvention story starts with one thing: giving yourself permission to be new. Maybe you’re feeling worn down in your current job or are craving fulfillment after your kids have grown. Caitlin Meister, after starting a family, had to completely reimagine both her personal and professional identities. She combined her love for teaching with her new experience as a mom to create The Greer Meister Group, carving out a thriving business and a bold new path.

Here’s the practical takeaway: don’t wait for the perfect plan or the “right” time. Start asking yourself honest questions. Make lists, try new classes, or talk to women who’ve walked your path. Don’t just seek motivation—build systems and choose routines that fuel your mind, body, and spirit consistently.

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Picture this: You wake up one morning, coffee in hand, and realize that feeling in your chest isn’t just the caffeine—it’s a quiet, growing sense that there’s more to your life than the daily routine you’ve settled into. Maybe you’re around 40, maybe a bit older, and suddenly, the things that used to thrill you just don’t anymore. Maybe you’ve hit a plateau at work, or your kids don’t need you the same way, or you’re just ready for something to call your own. Whatever the reason, you’re not alone. And the best news? Reinventing yourself isn’t just possible after 40—it can be the most exciting chapter of your life. Women like Toni Morrison wrote her first novel at 40, Vera Wang reinvented herself as a fashion icon after a career in figure skating and journalism, and Ariana Huffington launched The Huffington Post at 55, according to Keri Atwell’s podcast on late bloomers and success stories. 40 is not the end of adventure—it’s the start of a new one.

Let’s get real: reinvention is about more than changing jobs or moving cities. It’s about excavating the dreams we tucked away, sometimes decades ago, when life told us to “be realistic.” Take Susan Lister Locke, a woman who, after a divorce and the collapse of the business she’d built her life around, sat down at nearly 50 and wrote out a brutally honest list: What do I actually like? What am I good at? What do I need—not what others need from me, but what I need for myself? For Susan, the answers led her back to real estate, which she’d dabbled in years earlier, but also to art and jewelry-making classes, first just for fun. Those classes led to a side business selling her creations in upscale Nantucket shops and at the Museum of Fine Arts in Boston. She proves that passion doesn’t have an expiration date—it just needs to be rediscovered.

And sometimes, reinvention is about radical honesty. Diane Bruno spent years in PR, climbing the corporate ladder, only to realize she wasn’t fulfilled. A passing conversation with a funeral director while arranging her mother’s services sparked something in her. She confronted her own fears about mortality, realized she wanted to make a real difference in people’s lives, and ultimately became a funeral director herself, finding healing and purpose in the process. It sounds dramatic, but it’s a reminder that change often starts with a question: “What if I’m brave enough to try something totally new?”

Or consider Terri Bryant, a makeup artist for celebrities and brands who faced a Parkinson’s diagnosis and had to rethink her entire career in the makeup industry. Instead of giving up, Terri designed ergonomic makeup tools that made her job—and eventually everyone else’s—easier, launching Guide Beauty and proving that sometimes, reinvention is born from necessity and creativity. Her story reminds us that our second acts might look nothing like our first, and that’s okay—it might even be better.

So how do you begin? Start by asking yourself, “What’s on my mind at 2 a.m.?” Is it a dream you dropped because you didn’t have time, or a talent you downplayed, or a place you’ve always wanted to visit? Get specific, because clarity is your first step. Next, accept that change is uncomfortable—according to lovequestcoaching.com, comfort is the real enemy of growth. The women who reinvented themselves didn’t wait for a sign; they looked for the smallest sign and ran with it. You don’t have to quit your job tomorrow, but you can take a class, join a group, or talk to someone who’s already living the life you’re curious about. The only real mistake is standing still when you know there’s more—for you.

Here’s what’s undeniable: Women over 40 are rewriting the rules. We’re redefining success on our own terms, pursuing new passions, and proving it’s never too late to shine. You’re not just allowed to dream at this age—you’re ready for it. So go ahead. Make the list. Take the class. Call the old friend. Start the business. Reinvent yourself, and let the world catch up. It’s your turn.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome, listeners, to Women Over 40, where we reimagine what’s possible for our lives after forty. Today, I’m diving right into the heart of reinvention and the art of embracing new passions beyond forty, a time when many of us find our greatest strength and wisdom.

Turning forty is truly a milestone, but it’s not a deadline. It’s an invitation. As Barbara Waxman, author of The Middlescence Manifesto, explains, our forties bring powerful self-awareness. We may notice our bodies changing or our priorities shifting, but what we gain—wisdom, confidence, and clarity—is immense. Waxman says this stage is “actually a powerful” time for women, because we care less about others’ expectations and more about what truly fulfills us.

Consider Toni Morrison, who published her first novel at forty and went on to win the Nobel Prize in Literature. Or Vera Wang, once an editor, who became the fashion icon we know today after launching her first bridal boutique at forty. Ariana Huffington founded The Huffington Post at fifty-five. Their stories, as highlighted by Keri Ford in her podcast, show that reinvention is not just possible—it’s often extraordinary.

These journeys aren’t reserved for celebrities. Let’s talk about Susan Lister Locke, who, approaching fifty, decided to revisit her interests and skills. She made lists of what she liked, disliked, and what she needed. She blended her real estate experience with her artistic side, exploring jewelry making for fun. Soon, she was selling pieces in upscale Nantucket shops and the Boston Museum of Fine Arts, and taking classes in Italy. Susan’s story reminds us that our passions are clues, guiding us toward new possibilities, even when the path isn’t obvious.

Sometimes, reinvention begins with adversity. Terri Bryant, a makeup artist with decades of experience, received a Parkinson’s diagnosis. Instead of stepping away, she designed innovative makeup tools and founded Guide Beauty, hiring Selma Blair as Chief Creative Officer. This is what happens when we choose to solve for what we can control and use our challenges as fuel.

Reinvention isn’t just about careers. Caitlin Meister shifted her work to run a tutoring practice in New York after starting a family, then reimagined her business and personal life to balance the demands of motherhood and passion.

For some, it’s about healing. Beth Bengtson lost her corporate job during a recession. Her reinvention led her to found Working for Women, helping businesses support women’s financial independence. Beth realized she was exactly the right person to build something new that would make an impact.

Vishakha Shinde, from Maharashtra, India, decided at forty to rebuild her family nursery after years of city life and self-doubt. Sitting among the plants, jotting down her vision, she gradually reignited her curiosity and purpose, transforming grief into a business that connected her to her roots and her community.

These women have all found that flourishing after forty starts with tuning into your interests, exploring new skills, and being open to surprises. You have your own unique combination of experience, confidence, and resourcefulness. The path forward is yours to create.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome, listeners, to Women Over 40. Today we’re talking about reinventing yourself after 40, and why this chapter is your best time to pursue new passions and live boldly on your own terms.

Turning 40 used to be marked as some kind of finish line, a time when doors quietly closed. But the truth? For women today, 40 and beyond is where so many new beginnings spark. Take Barbara Waxman, author of The Middlescence Manifesto, who describes this time as a powerful stage, one where women finally shed the weight of others’ expectations and step into their wisdom and experience. There’s this wonderful sense of freedom—a chance to use your hard-earned confidence to define what comes next.

All kinds of reasons drive reinvention. Sometimes it’s longevity—you have decades ahead, so why not do something you love? There are also triggers like divorce, health issues, empty nests, job loss, or simply a longing for fulfillment that only grows as we mature. Instead of seeing these moments as setbacks, they often become launching pads.

Consider the story of Susan Lister Locke from Nantucket. Nearing 50, after a divorce and a career setback, she stepped back to ask herself difficult and honest questions: What do I love? What’s missing? She re-licensed in real estate but also returned to her childhood love of art through jewelry-making. Soon, she was exhibiting her pieces at Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts and shops in Nantucket, showing that following a spark can turn passion into purpose—and a thriving business.

Sometimes reinvention means thinking completely outside the box. Diane Bruno, after decades in PR, found ultimate fulfillment as a funeral director—a pivot inspired by the empathy and service she saw in a field no one expected. Her transformation was less about career and more about meaning, echoing her belief that it’s never too late to do what you’ve always wanted.

There are inspiring women everywhere, like Terri Bryant, a celebrated makeup artist who created Guide Beauty after being diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. Not content to let her passion slip away, she began developing makeup tools designed for people facing similar challenges. Her story reminds us that even life’s hardest moments can ignite innovation—and make us leaders in new spaces.

Let’s not forget icons like Toni Morrison, who wrote her first novel at 40, or Vera Wang, who entered the fashion world at 40. Arianna Huffington started The Huffington Post at 55. These stories aren’t outliers—they reveal a pattern: reinvention thrives on experience and the kind of self-knowing that comes only with time.

What about you? If you’re standing at the edge of change, my advice is to give yourself permission to start. Tune into your curiosity, like Shinde did when she took a failing family nursery and turned it into Ashokvatika Nursery, becoming her own best advocate and reconnecting with her creativity, one plant at a time.

So, listeners, what will this chapter look like for you? Find your passion, learn something new, or launch the project you’ve dreamed of. Reinvention after 40 belongs to you.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome to Women Over 40. Today we’re diving right into what it means to reinvent yourself after 40 and pursue brand new passions. If you’re listening, you might be wondering—can I really start over? Can I chase something totally new after years, maybe decades, of putting others first, steady routines, or a comfortable but unfulfilling career? The answer is a resounding yes.

Turning 40 is not an ending; it’s an open invitation to rediscover yourself. Experience, confidence, and all those connections you've gained are assets, not limitations. Take Susan Lister Locke. Growing up in Rhode Island, she wanted to be a fashion designer, but life steered her toward family, retail, and children. After a divorce and the collapse of the business she worked for, Susan hit a crossroads as she approached 50. Instead of retreating, she listed her interests, needs, and values—she asked herself big questions: What do I like? What do I not like? She earned her real estate license and, for fun, took up jewelry-making. When people started to notice and admire her work, she launched a new career as a jewelry artist and entrepreneur, with pieces displayed at Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts and in upscale boutiques on Nantucket.

This is the power of showing up for yourself. Take the time to tune in: What truly excites you now? Get clear on your vision. Living only for comfort, as many of us have been taught, might just be the thing that keeps us from real growth. A life coach writing for LoveQuest Coaching described how she felt safe, but stuck in a well-paying corporate job until, at 44, a divorce forced her to reimagine everything. It was only when she learned to embrace discomfort and take intentional risks that she discovered not just a new career, but a meaningful life she wakes up excited about.

Consider author Toni Morrison, who wrote her first novel at 40, or Vera Wang, who entered fashion design in her forties. Arianna Huffington founded Huffington Post at 55. These women did not let age be a barrier. Instead, they let curiosity and passion pull them forward into something extraordinary.

The tools? Start small, but start now. Write lists. Take classes. Join groups that excite you. Let yourself connect with mentors, peers, and other women walking the same path. And don’t shy away from discomfort. Being a beginner isn’t easy, but it is necessary for reinvention.

Sometimes the reason we feel stuck is chronic overthinking, or being too invested in old stories about who we should be. The real transformation comes when you recognize that your greatest fulfillment lives just outside your comfort zone.

If you’re inspired today, remember: it’s not too late to pursue a new dream, switch careers, or turn a long-held curiosity into something extraordinary. The only permission you need is your own.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Hello and welcome to Women Over 40. Today, we’re diving straight into one of the most electrifying transformations a woman can experience: reinventing yourself after 40 by pursuing new passions. This isn’t just about making a career change or picking up a hobby—it’s about rediscovering your own spark and living intentionally, right now.

Imagine this: you wake up one day feeling that the comfort of routine has quietly settled into your bones. The job, the partnership, the house—these might all be in place, but something inside you is whispering that there’s more. I know because so many women, including coaches like Lisa Concepcion, have shared this journey. At 44, after a major life shakeup and a career in PR, Lisa faced her own crossroad. Instead of letting comfort keep her stuck, she decided to break the mold, shifting her vision to create a life she truly wanted and growing into a new sense of fulfillment.

So what does reinvention look like in real life? For Susan Lister Locke of Rhode Island, it began with asking hard questions: What do I like? What do I need? Susan didn’t just switch jobs—she tapped into her long-buried love of art by enrolling in jewelry-making classes. This wasn’t about a paycheck, but about bringing her authenticity to the forefront. Fast forward, Susan’s jewelry now sells in upscale shops and museums, and she spends her days alternating between real estate and creative artistry.

You don’t need to start with all the answers. Diane Bruno was deep into a corporate communications career until she met a funeral director while saying goodbye to her mother. The encounter inspired her to switch paths completely, becoming a funeral director herself, finding profound fulfillment in guiding others through some of their hardest days. This kind of pivot is about opening up to experiences that may not fit the script we wrote for ourselves years ago.

Then there’s Terri Bryant, who was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease after years as a celebrity makeup artist. She could have stopped there, but instead channeled her energy into developing ergonomic makeup tools, founding Guide Beauty, and ultimately redefining how beauty is experienced by people facing similar challenges.

If all this sounds intimidating, remember that growth is uncomfortable by design. One of the quickest paths to feeling stuck is overthinking. Renovation of the self is about getting honest, sometimes with help from coaches or supportive friends, and identifying what holds you back. Whether that’s old trauma, fear of failure, or just being too comfortable, the power to disrupt old patterns is yours.

If you need a little more proof that it’s possible, think of Toni Morrison, who published her first novel at 40, or Vera Wang, who became a fashion icon after a long career in figure skating and journalism. If you’ve ever thought it’s too late to chase a new dream or cultivate a new passion, let these stories serve as your nudge—it is never too late.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome, listeners, to another episode of Women Over 40. Today, let’s talk about reinventing yourself after 40 and what it really means to pursue new passions and create a life that excites you—starting now.

Turning forty is less about a number and more about a feeling. For so many women, it marks a fork in the road. Maybe your career has settled into routine. Maybe the kids are older, or you’re looking at your relationships and thinking, “Is this all there is?” But women like Toni Morrison, who published her first novel at 40, and Vera Wang, who designed her first dress at 40, show us that it’s never too late to create, to build, and to shine. Ariana Huffington even founded The Huffington Post at 55.

So what are the first steps to real reinvention? It often starts with a single, honest question: What do I want? Susan Lister Locke, for example, spent years in retail, but after a divorce and the closure of her company, she sat down and made lists of her likes, her wants, and her dreams—not all career-related. It was that clarity that led her to not only pivot back to real estate, but to explore her creativity in art and jewelry-making. She started small, taking classes just for fun. Eventually, her pieces ended up in upscale shops and even at the Boston Museum of Fine Arts.

Feeling stuck can come from disconnecting with yourself over years of just getting by. Life coach Nicole DiCristofalo, who found herself lost at 44 after divorce and burnout, says true reinvention means getting really honest about what excites you and what holds you back. Sometimes, it’s not about learning something new—it’s about remembering the curiosity and ambition you always had before life’s routines took over. Nicole found fulfillment only when she got uncomfortable, changed her environment, and sought mentors who would challenge her old comfort zones.

And passion doesn't have to be career-oriented. A woman in India, after turning 40 and finding herself uninspired, began reviving her family’s old nursery, experimenting with decorative houseplants, and letting curiosity guide her step by step. That spark built a new sense of purpose and joy.

Let’s not forget how challenge can spark reinvention. Terri Bryant, a makeup artist diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease, didn’t let her diagnosis define her. She put her expertise into inventing adaptive makeup tools, creating Guide Beauty, a company that empowers people of all abilities to feel seen and beautiful. Her reinvention was born of necessity and grit but transformed her impact on the world.

If you’re listening right now and feeling restless, know this: the first step is vision. What does a life you love actually look like? What interests or talents have you buried? Start small. Take a class, call a friend who inspires you, write down three things you’ve always wanted to try. It’s not about perfection or certainty—it’s about giving yourself permission to grow, to pivot, and, most importantly, to thrive.

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This is your Women Over 40 podcast.

Welcome to Women Over 40. Today, let’s dive into reinventing yourself after 40 and the incredible freedom that comes with pursuing new passions at this stage in life. Forget the old idea that life’s biggest adventures end at 40—this is your invitation to see midlife as your launchpad, not your finish line.

There’s no denying that hitting your forties and beyond can feel a bit like reaching a crossroads. You may have spent years fulfilling roles—building a career, raising a family, or sometimes both—and yet wake up one morning with the unsettling question: “What’s next for me?” If that’s familiar, you’re not alone. Take Susan Lister Locke, for example. She spent her early years running her husband’s business and raising two kids. But approaching 50, as she faced divorce and a tough job market, she made a list, not merely of career goals, but of interests, strengths, and desires. That clarity led her to explore jewelry-making, a childhood passion she’d never pursued. Soon, her jewelry was selling in upscale shops from Nantucket to Boston’s Museum of Fine Arts. Susan’s story proves reinvention starts with getting radically honest about what truly excites you.

Of course, reinvention isn’t always about external achievement. Sometimes, the most important transformation starts with our mindset. Keri Ford, host of Elevate with Keri, describes turning 40 as “hitting a fast-forward button”—an invitation to focus on health, dreams, and personal fulfillment. Keri shares the stories of women like Toni Morrison, who wrote her first novel at 40, and Vera Wang, who entered the fashion world at the same age. At 55, Arianna Huffington founded The Huffington Post. These stories remind us that it’s never too late to start something new.

But let’s get real—reinvention requires courage. Comfort zones, as life coach Lisa Concepcion explains, can hold us back. She shares her own journey of getting “super clear about what kind of life you want,” and then making the often-uncomfortable leaps required to live it. Whether it meant moving closer to the beach, leaving a job that felt suffocating, or seeking out mentors and community, every small risk brought her closer to fulfillment and self-discovery.

Sometimes, reinvention is thrust upon us. Terri Bryant, a makeup artist to celebrities, was diagnosed with Parkinson’s Disease. She could have given up her passion, but instead, she turned her diagnosis into innovation—creating Guide Beauty, a brand of ergonomic makeup tools now changing the industry and empowering others. Her journey is a masterclass in turning challenge into a new calling.

Whether you’re contemplating a career pivot, rediscovering creative joys, or finally committing to a dream deferred, the path to reinvention begins with a simple question: “What do I want next?” Write it down. Take a class. Find inspiration in community—whether that means a coach, a group of like-minded women, or stories like the ones you hear right here.

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