
In this engaging podcast episode, host Devora Krasnianski talks with author Debbie Weiss, the mind behind "On Second Thought, Maybe I Can." The conversation explores the transformative journey from a fixed mindset of "This is my life" to a more empowering "Maybe I can" perspective. Weiss shares valuable insights on embracing imperfections, addressing hidden secrets, and navigating midlife challenges. The episode highlights the therapeutic power of journaling, the importance of support, and the liberating idea that experiments are never failures. __ đVisit our website: â â https://www.jewishmidlife.comâ â đJoin us for more conversations and resources for midlifers: â https://www.facebook.com/groups/jewishwomentalkaboutmidlifeâ đIf youâd like to have a conversation about your midlife or anything else on your mind, you can reach Devora Krasnianski at â â jewishmidlife@gmail.com â â __ To reach Debbie Weiss: Website: https://www.debbierweiss.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/debbie.r.weiss Debbie's book: "On Second Thought, Maybe I Can" https://www.amazon.com/Second-Thought-Maybe-Can/dp/1950476685 --- 02:42 Moving from âThis is my lifeâ to âMaybe I canâ 06:58 A different mindset that leads to success. 10:23 It doesnât have to be all or nothing or perfect. 11:00 Dealing with a secret that you havenât been addressing. 15:43 Living life at midlife. 21:32 Lessons Debbie learned from writing the book. 28:54 The power of support. 32:10 The Power of Journaling. 36:54 Just try it. 41:39 Experiments are never a failure. 48:01 âMaybe I canâ list. 50:52 Wrapping up.