What if your exhaustion isn’t a failure but a message? And what if your next chapter doesn’t require burning your life down, just listening more closely to your body? In this powerful episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with Speaking and Visibility Coach Emily Schickli to unpack burnout, nervous system regulation, passion projects, and why midlife is the perfect time to stop pushing and start aligning. Emily shares her journey from tech burnout and chronic stress to creating a life and business rooted in clarity, capacity, and confidence. Together, Sue and Emily explore how women can reconnect with their bodies, follow the breadcrumbs of curiosity, and experiment their way into purpose without overwhelming pressure. This is not about quitting your job overnight or reinventing yourself through hustle. It’s about learning to regulate your nervous system, reclaim your energy, and create space for what genuinely lights you up. In this episode, you’ll learn:☑️Why burnout is often a nervous system issue, not a motivation problem☑️How to recognize the “feather, brick, and Mack truck” signals from your body☑️What nervous system regulation actually looks like in real life☑️Why passion projects increase energy instead of draining it☑️How small, low-pressure experiments lead to lasting clarity in midlife If you’re a woman in midlife feeling tired, disconnected, or unsure what’s next, this conversation offers relief, permission, and a grounded path forward. Chapters[00:00:00] Opening, show intro, and guest introduction[00:03:47] Emily’s journey from tech burnout to coaching[00:11:00] Modalities blend and Human Design discussion[00:15:28] Three-phase method: clarity, capacity, confidence[00:20:00] Who Emily helps and regulation-first approach[00:23:50] Nervous system regulation demo, havening, and somatics[00:37:22] The Compass Club: structure and community[00:41:26] Passion projects: definition, examples, and integration[00:52:13] Closing takeaways, free kit, links, and promo Connect with Emily Schickli🔗Choose-Your-Own-Adventure Stress Relief Ritual Kit: https://www.emilyschickli.com/offers/KxLTnVz6/🔗The 7 Passion Projects for More Purpose, Energy & Time Freedom Guide & Training: https://emilyschickli.com/7-passion-projects🔗Explore The Compass Club and other ways to work with Emily: https://emilyschickli.com🔗YouTube: https://youtube.com/@MindBodyDharma 🔗Instagram: https://instagram.com/emilyschickli   I'm Pod Curious! Sign up for an upcoming Q&A session https://willoughby-coaching.myflodesk.com/podcast-clarity-jam   FOLLOW and CONNECT with Sue Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies #podcastcoach  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, align

🎙️ Top 10 Episodes of 2025 🥳 Midlife Strategies for Badass Women As we close out 2025, this special countdown episode highlights the conversations that resonated most deeply with our community of bold, midlife women. These are the stories that sparked courage, challenged comfort zones, and reminded us what’s possible when we stop playing small and start listening to ourselves. This is not about perfection.It’s about truth, resilience, and choosing yourself. Let’s count them down. 🔟 #10 – Kristen Chimack The Cost of Staying: Why Playing It Safe Is Riskier Than You Think Kristen Chimack joins the show to unpack the hidden risks of staying comfortable. This conversation is a powerful reminder that safety can quietly turn into stagnation and that growth often requires courage before confidence. 🎧 Listen to the episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/cost-of-staying-why-playing-it-safe-is-riskier-than-you-think/id1753943662?i=1000703563228 🔗 Connect with Kristen:Website: https://kristenschimack.com LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristenschimack/   9️⃣ #9 – Betsy Pepine Breaking Free: Overcoming Life’s Boxes Betsy Pepine explores the invisible boxes we inherit, accept, and enforce in our own lives. This episode challenges listeners to question expectations and redefine success on their own terms. 🎧 Listen to the episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/breaking-free-overcoming-lifes-boxes-with-betsy-pepine/id1753943662?i=1000695780954 🔗 Connect with Betsy: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/betsypepine Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/betsypepine?igsh=Zm1sMWRhdDk3djB2 YouTube:  @BetsyPepine    8️⃣ #8 – Ruth E. Wilson Conquering Clouds: Wisdom, Adventure, and Spirit-Led Living Ruth E. Wilson brings a grounded and soulful perspective on adventure, intuition, and living in alignment. This conversation is for anyone feeling the pull toward something more meaningful. 🎧 Listen to the episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/conquering-clouds-wisdom-adventure-and-spirit-led/id1753943662?i=1000708288683 🔗 Connect with Ruth:Web: https://ruthewilson.com Order her book Conquering Clouds - https://a.co/d/7Fe7Wlx  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ruth.wilson.54379  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ruthwilson6087/   7️⃣ #7 – Jen Aks The Body Knows: Reclaiming Confidence and Connection Jen Aks reminds us that healing is not just mental; it is physical. This episode explores somatic awareness and how reconnecting with the body can restore confidence, safety, and trust. 🎧 Listen to the episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-body-knows-reclaiming-confidence-connection/id1753943662?i=1000731759988 🔗 Connect with Jen: Free Gifts: The Power of Gesture®, my signature bodyset practice https://bonus.jenaks.com/into-to-the-power-video-page Complimentary Live Gesture Workshop - Every Tuesday at 11:00EST - https://book.jenaks.com/free-live-gesture-workshop-page 🔗 Website: https://jenaks.com/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks  🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks   📚 Grab her book Your Body is Speaking - Book page: https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/ 🎥 Watch her TEDx Talk: The Body’s Hidden Intelligence – From Mindset to Bodyset - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfZGY1mAbWs   6️⃣ #6 – Liz Potter Rewire Your Nervous System: Intuition and Energy Healing Liz Potter dives into nervous system regulation, intuition, and what it really takes to feel safe enough to expand. A favorite for listeners navigating stress, burnout, and growth. 🎧 Listen to the episode:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/rewire-your-nervous-system-how-intuition-energy-healing/id1753943662?i=1000728004667 🔗 Connect with Liz: ✨ Bonus: Learn how Liz uses intuitive frequency reading to detect imbalances in the body—and why the “woo” and the science aren’t as far apart as you think. 🎧 If you’re a woman over 40 who feels stuck, scattered, or soul-tired… This episode is your wake-up call to regulate, reclaim, and rise. 📲 W

What if this holiday season didn’t require perfection, pressure, or pushing at all? In this special solo holiday episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby invites you to slow down, exhale, and remember what actually matters as the year comes to a close. Reflecting on a year of experimentation, unmet expectations, and powerful personal growth, Sue shares what happens when we stop forcing outcomes and start trusting ourselves. From lessons learned through Human Design, to letting go of hustle and control, to tender memories of childhood Christmas traditions, this episode is a gentle reminder that presence beats perfection every time. Sue also speaks candidly about holiday stress, family dynamics, and the pressure to overdo and overgive, offering permission to simplify, choose connection over obligation, and honor your own nervous system during a busy season. This episode is not about productivity or reinvention. It’s about love, light, memory, and easing into the new year with grace. Perfect for anyone who feels overstimulated, sentimental, reflective, or quietly hopeful this time of year.   "Unlocking Your True Potential with Human Design" with Mel McSherry https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/unlocking-your-true-potential-with-human-design-with/id1753943662?i=1000688811681   Connect with SueWeb: ⁠https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/⁠⁠Insta: ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/⁠⁠FB: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/⁠⁠LI: ⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/YT: https://www.youtube.com/@SueWilloughbyPodcast: https://www.midlifebadasswomen.com/  

What if the path to healing trauma isn’t just psychological—but soulful, relational, and deeply human? In this profound episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with trauma psychologist, author, and Soulwise Solutions founder Dr. Kirsten Viola-Harrison for a conversation that bridges science, spirituality, trauma, and compassion in a way few are brave enough to explore. With over 35 years of experience working with complex PTSD, dissociative identity disorder, schizophrenia, and near-death experiencers, Dr. Harrison shares how her personal life—including profound loss, caregiving, and an unexpected relationship with an unhoused, intersex woman named Sean/a—reshaped everything she thought she knew about healing, resilience, and consciousness. Together, Sue and Dr. Harrison explore how trauma fragments the human experience, why healing must involve dignity and relationship, and what happens when we take a chance on people society has written off. From near-death experiences to equine-assisted healing, from homelessness to authorship, this episode is a masterclass in compassion-led transformation This conversation is for women in midlife who sense there is more—more meaning, more nuance, more possibility—and are ready to expand how they understand trauma, identity, and the human spirit. Connect with Dr. Kirsten Viola Harrison Website: https://soulwisesolutions.com/ Book: I, Sean/a: The Story of A Homeless Intersex Woman Who Inspired A Community https://a.co/d/fy0nH9g Chapters[00:00:00] January pod-curious Q&A; launch 2026[00:00:48] Midlife Strategies intro; Sue’s mission[00:01:27] Guest bio: trauma meets spirituality[00:03:01] Why trauma? Personal path and losses[00:09:04] Energy, horses, and Soulwise approach[00:14:01] Meeting Shauna; identity, community, care[00:21:32] Travel, book idea, intersex advocacy[00:30:09] Belonging, etiquette, and perspective-taking[00:35:05] Current focus, spirituality, research, resources FOLLOW and CONNECT with SueWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.  

When was the last time you felt fully aligned, body, mind, and heart? In this soul-stirring episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, host Sue Willoughby sits down with author, producer, and creative visionary Deborah Weed, the powerhouse behind Paisley’s Last Quill, a children’s book-turned-Broadway-bound musical about reclaiming self-worth and personal power. Deborah’s story takes us from the corporate world to the depths of a mysterious illness, misdiagnosis, and loss, all of which forced her to rebuild from the inside out. Through that journey, she discovered the difference between self-esteem and self-worth and how true power begins when we stop proving and start aligning. Together, Sue and Deborah dive deep into what it means to lose your voice, give away your “quills,” and finally find your way back to yourself. ✨ In this episode, you’ll hear: The life-changing difference between self-esteem and self-worth How corporate success can disconnect us from our hearts and how to come home again Why women give away their “quills” to belong (and how to get them back) How Deborah turned her pain into a musical that empowers others to reclaim their voices The truth about failure, creativity, and why alignment, not achievement, is the key to wholeness This is more than a conversation; it’s a creative call to rise, reclaim your worth, and live from your heart, quills up. Chapters [00:00:00] Opening: self-worth teaser and intro[00:02:22] From empath to corporate identity[00:05:57] Health crisis and self-worth revealed[00:08:26] Misdiagnoses, invalidation, vow to act[00:11:49] From pain to purpose: Paisley conceived[00:14:40] Paisley’s world, themes, and reception[00:18:00] Strategy to stage: budget and album[00:22:22] Practical empowerment and alignment[00:28:28] People-pleasing roots, badass redefined[00:32:48] Alignment metaphors: horses and eye test[00:37:25] Wrap-up: website, talent call, final advice Connect with Deborah WeedWebsite: http://www.paisleysfashionforest.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deborah.weed.1 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/deborah.weed/  FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, silenced, or suffocated by old beliefs and expectations, this episode will feel like oxygen. In this powerful conversation on Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue sits down with bestselling author, transformational coach, and BS-buster Drenda Thomas to unpack what she calls “the real BS”,  the Beliefs and Stories that shape our decisions, sabotage our confidence, and keep us playing small. Growing up in a rigid, high-control religious environment, Drenda was taught to stay quiet, obey, and never question authority. Later, as a woman in law enforcement and corporate leadership, she learned to overperform, overcompensate, and ignore her intuition until she finally hit a breaking point. In this conversation, Drenda shares how subconscious programming, fear-based narratives, and inherited limitations quietly run our lives and how we can reclaim our power through awareness, pattern interruption, and building new beliefs that actually support who we’re becoming. 🔥 In this episode, we dig into: - The difference between stories and truth and how to challenge your inner critic - How childhood conditioning quietly controls adult behavior - Why women overperform and overgive (and how to stop) - How fear disguises itself as logic, timing, or “being responsible” - What hypnosis taught Drenda about money, self-worth, and freedom - Why failure is an “unexpected outcome.” - How to break cycles of self-sabotage and build unshakeable confidence This episode is a must-listen for any woman ready to ditch the BS, rewire her beliefs, and step into a limitless midlife. Connect with Drenda!Website: https://www.drendathomasrichards.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drendathomasrichards/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drendathomasrichards Grab her free Sacred Soul Detox Guide: https://www.drendathomasrichards.com/sacred-soul-detox-opt-in Book: Dare to Remember: Uncover Who You Were Before the BS - https://a.co/d/8GK6R5v Chapters[00:00:00] Intro and open[00:02:21] Background: religion and questioning[00:06:09] Early career in law enforcement[00:07:31] From ministry to mindset shift[00:10:50] Money beliefs and women’s narratives[00:17:25] Choice, fear, and reframing tools[00:28:22] Current work and client focus[00:33:48] Renaming failure, evaluating wisely[00:37:51] Wrap-up, resources, and advice FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and

What happens when life as you know it ends in an instant — and you have to decide what comes next? In this powerful and heart-centered episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue sits down with grief coach, author, and speaker Lisa Boehm, whose journey through loss reshaped everything she thought she knew about life, identity, and resilience. After losing her 17-year-old daughter Katie in a tragic accident, Lisa faced a choice: stay stuck in the grief that consumed her, or find a new way forward. Her path led her to write Journey to Healing: A Mother’s Guide to Navigating Grief, and now her upcoming book Now What? — a guide for anyone facing change, loss, or uncertainty in midlife. Lisa and Sue talk about the myths of resilience, the healing power of curiosity, and how joy — even in small doses — can be a life-saving force. ✨ In this episode: Why “bouncing back” is the wrong idea about resilience How grief transforms every layer of identity — and what to do with that The 1% shifts that move you forward when the mountain feels too big The healing power of service and honoring your loved one through action How joy, curiosity, and small adventures can reignite your spirit This isn’t a conversation about loss — it’s about life. And it’s your reminder that no matter what happens, there’s always a next step. 📬 Connect with Lisa directly at lisa@lisakboehm.com📚 Read Journey to Healing: A Mother’s Guide to Navigating Grief https://a.co/d/ix8EbVC     Join the Waitlist for: Now What? The Courage to Rise after Everything Changes       https://lisakboehm.kartra.com/page/Nowwhat  🌿 Learn more at https://www.lisakboehm.com  Insta: https://www.instagram.com/lisaboehmofficial/  FB: ⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/griefsupportformoms [00:00:00] Introducing Lisa and her resilience work  [00:02:24] Podcast intro: Midlife Strategies for Badass Women  [00:04:36] Lisa’s story: losing her 17-year-old daughter  [00:07:44] Writing the first book on grief  [00:11:48] Midlife identity shifts and grief’s broader relevance  [00:13:16] New book “Now What?” and life transitions  [00:15:08] Baby steps, 1% shifts, and manageable change  [00:19:19] Letting go of “what ifs” and reclaiming agency  [00:21:27] Introducing resilience discussion  [00:22:04] Redefining resilience beyond “bouncing back”  [00:26:03] Non-linear healing and messy growth  [00:28:09] Ad break: Podcasting for Real Estate Pros  [00:29:43] Joy and fun as the missing piece  [00:31:26] Micro-adventures and scheduling fun  [00:34:20] Curiosity, exploration, and everyday wonder  [00:37:39] Lisa’s current transition and midlife adventure  [00:39:21] Loss as catalyst and living for today  [00:41:01] Advice for those feeling stuck and joyless  [00:42:19] Choosing joy, curiosity, and small experiments  [00:43:49] Closing, contact info, and final message   FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real

What happens when the life you built stops fitting the woman you’ve become? In this candid and powerful episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue sits down with podcaster, author, and speaker Erin Washington — host of ThERINpy with Erin Washington (formerly Squats and Margaritas) — to talk about shedding perfectionism, healing from disordered eating, and finding freedom on the other side of “having it all.” A former D1 soccer player, NFL wife, and mom of two, Erin opens up about her journey from overachieving and overdrinking to living authentically and helping others do the same. Through vulnerability and humor, she shares how letting go of who she thought she should be led her to her true purpose — empowering women and teen girls to embrace imperfection, self-worth, and balance. 🔥 In this episode: How identity and self-worth get tangled in achievement Breaking free from perfectionism and “good girl” programming Sobriety, self-acceptance, and rebuilding from the inside out Why midlife reinvention is messy — and worth it How to model confidence and authenticity for the next generation Erin’s story reminds us that balance isn’t a myth — it’s an evolution. And when we stop hiding the hard stuff, we make space for healing, humor, and genuine joy. Connect with Erin: Podcast: thERINpy with Erin Washington https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/therinpy-with-erin-washington/id1530232466 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/therinpy_with_erin_washington The Blue Butterfly Foundation Inc.: https://thebluebutterflies.org/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@thERINpypodcast  Books: From Pain to Purpose: Finding Meaning in the Mess https://a.co/d/8Uj6xUc Squats and Margaritas: A Journey to Finding Balance https://a.co/d/ivcVhnd   Chapters 00:00:00] Authenticity and alignment teaser[00:03:03] Erin’s journey and origin story[00:08:23] Balance vs restriction; pandemic habits[00:14:44] Midlife identity and relationships[00:28:03] Purpose, signs, and Blue Butterfly[00:35:19] Stepping from excellent to exceptional[00:48:02] Intuition, sobriety, and wrap-up FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

When life breaks you open, what do you do next? In this emotional and empowering episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue sits down with author, adventurer, and travel coach Becky Livingston, who turned unimaginable grief into a 26-month global journey of healing and rediscovery. After the loss of her 23-year-old daughter, Becky honored her daughter’s final wish to keep traveling the world—carrying her ashes to nine countries and leaving a piece of her spirit in each place. That pilgrimage became the foundation of her award-winning memoir, The Suitcase and the Jar, and her life’s work: helping women rediscover themselves through slow, intentional travel. ✨ In this episode: How travel became a tool for healing after loss Why solo travel in midlife is the ultimate act of courage How slowing down can help you reconnect with yourself The secret to meaningful travel: start with why, not where What it really means to live fully after heartbreak Whether you’re navigating loss, longing for freedom, or just ready to step out of your comfort zone, this conversation is a soul-stirring reminder that it’s never too late to begin again. 🌍 Learn more at http://www.beckylivingston.com 📚 Read The Suitcase and the Jar: Travels with a Daughter’s Ashes - https://a.co/d/7q5iLbX 📱 Follow Becky on Socials Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beckylivingston23/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/vitaltraveljourneysforwomen 🌟 Special Offer (10% discount on a 1-hour consult) Journey Clarity Consult Link: https://buy.stripe.com/14k6qW4m13Zd7VCcMM Use Code: BADASS10 Chapters[00:00:00] Opening: silence, loneliness and mourning[00:01:03] Episode Presentation and Theme[00:02:53] Welcome Becky to the show[00:03:23] Loss of Rachel and the Book[00:07:27] Diary and blog during the trip[00:09:01] Photos and index cards as a guide[00:10:12] How the Journey Unfolded[00:12:59] India and the Taj Mahal[00:14:17] Finding Hardness and Minimalism[00:16:23] Grief: Silence and Solitude Needed[00:19:00] India without calm; Tasmania arrives[00:21:26] Slow Travel Philosophy[00:23:28] Favorite stay: Tasmania[00:26:10] Ad break: podcast miniseries[00:27:43] Book to travel coaching[00:31:33] How you work with women[00:35:46] Solo vs. group and meet people[00:39:23] Local guides and eating alone[00:42:18] Social Conditioning and Perception[00:43:19] Security and Hosting Choices[00:46:09] Immersion vs. hotel; example Vietnam[00:49:02] It's about them, not us[00:51:36] Self-awareness and boxing analogy[00:53:02] Slow Travel, Housesitting and Care[00:56:10] Intention First: The "Why"[00:57:24] Holiday Culture: USA vs Europe[00:58:23] How to contact Becky[00:59:54] Call to action and partial closure[01:01:01] Rachel's final message[01:02:18] Farewell to the episode   FOLLOW and CONNECT Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies 🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you: ✨

What if fire wasn’t destruction—but transformation? In this gorgeous, soul-deep episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue reconnects with internationally acclaimed encaustic artist Alicia Tormey, whose latest solo show Pyrophytic explores the themes of rebirth, resilience, and creative regeneration through fire. Alicia uses actual flame as a tool in her art, fusing wax and heat to create luminous botanical works inspired by nature’s ability to rise from ashes. But this conversation goes far beyond technique—it’s about what it means to stay curious, generous, and wildly creative through life’s hardest seasons. 🔥 In this episode: The meaning behind Pyrophytic—and how wildfires mirror the human spirit Why Alicia sees no separation between art, business, and life The myth of balance—and what to aim for instead How to sustain creativity without burning out The mindset shift that changed everything: “I’m here for it.” Alicia’s wisdom applies far beyond the studio—it’s about showing up for yourself, your purpose, and your own creative fire, no matter what stage of life you’re in. 🎨 Explore Alicia’s work at https://www.aliciatormey.com/📍Visit her solo exhibition Pyrophytic at the Patricia Rovzar Gallery in Seattle https://rovzargallery.com/exhibitions/pyro/📱Follow her on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/alicia.tormey Chapters [00:00:00] - Opening Mindset[00:02:10] - Podcast Identity and Audience[00:04:05] - Exhibition Logistics and Gratitude[00:05:07] - Title: "Pyrophytic"[00:07:29] - Pyrophytic Plants Mentioned on TV[00:09:08] - Focus on Botanicals[00:11:04] - Imagination and Pareidolia[00:13:19] - Encaustic Technique: Hot-Cold Working[00:15:57] - Art Practice as Business[00:19:31] - Studio vs Administrative Pull[00:20:40] - Myth of Balance Debunked[00:22:28] - Mantra: "I’m Here for It"[00:25:10] - Teaching and Retreats[00:27:28] - Vulnerability in Creating[00:28:28] - Community Feedback: Generosity[00:32:21] - Peers Recognize Generosity[00:32:46] - Two Artist Mindsets[00:34:29] - Choosing Generosity and Flow[00:37:15] - Advice for Beginners[00:39:01] - Cycles of Development[00:41:17] - Narrow Focus and Depth[00:42:28] - Knowing When a Piece Is Done[00:45:54] - Gallery and Website Details[00:46:45] - Thanks for Packing Assistance[00:47:24] - Final Encouragement and Outro   FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—t

Hey Badass listeners, This is a special episode! I'm giving you a little sample of a new limited series podcast that I just launched called: "Podcasting for Real Estate Pros". This limited series includes 21 short, punchy episodes that walk you through how to successfully start your own podcast. Although I initially designed the podcast for real estate professionals, anyone can benefit from these insightful lessons! 🎧Please enjoy the first episode, and I hope you'll binge the rest.🔗https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/podcasting-for-real-estate-pros/id1843467070  Welcome to the no-BS guide to podcasting for real estate pros. This episode sets the stage for the whole series — showing you how to stop hiding behind boring “look at me” marketing and start building trust, authority, and a brand that actually sticks. Think of this series like a mini-course, only way more fun (and actually useful). ✨ Takeaways: * - Why podcasting beats every tired marketing tactic you’ve been told to use.* - How to treat this podcast like your step-by-step playbook.* - Why grabbing the free workbook will make your life 10x easier.   📌 Call to Action: Hey, future podcaster, quick heads-up—this series comes with a free workbook to make your life way easier. Don’t just listen; actually do the work. Grab your free copy today—click the link below. Download your workbook today!https://podcastingforrealestatepros.com/podcasting-for-real-estate-pros-companion-workbook/

If you’ve ever been told “it’s just menopause” — this one’s for you. In this eye-opening episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue sits down with Dyna Vink, an Integrative Health Practitioner and founder of Holistic Nutrition Lifestyle, to talk about what’s really going on with women’s bodies during perimenopause and menopause. From brain fog and fatigue to sleep issues, anxiety, gut imbalances, and hormone chaos — Dyna breaks down why women are often dismissed by traditional medicine and how functional medicine testing can uncover the root cause of what’s keeping you stuck. 💥 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your doctor might not actually understand menopause (and it’s not your fault) What functional medicine testing reveals that standard bloodwork doesn’t The link between liver health, gut balance, and hormone regulation The shocking truth about cortisol, sleep, and stress in midlife Why detoxing is the first step to reclaiming your energy and sanity If you’ve ever thought, “I feel like I’m losing my mind,” this conversation will remind you that you’re not crazy — you’re just complex. And there are real, science-based ways to get your balance, energy, and confidence back. Connect with Dyna  Website: https://holisticnutritionlifestyle.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/dyna.vink/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@PerimenopauseRelief Discovery call: https://offers.holisticnutritionlifestyle.com/discoverycall [00:00:00] - Introduction[00:03:04] - Guest welcome[00:08:53] - Gaps in conventional care and testing[00:14:30] - Parasites and lab methods[00:18:33] - Symptom spectrum and daily impact[00:21:06] - Training and blended modalities[00:23:34] - Systematic approach: detox first[00:29:32] - Mid-episode promo[00:31:06] - Finding help and working with Dina[00:36:19] - Beyond perimenopause: ongoing issues[00:38:36] - HRT: benefits and limitations[00:41:29] - Empowerment and next steps FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

Your body is wiser than your mind—it’s just been waiting for you to listen. In this episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue sits down with TEDx speaker, author, and embodiment coach Jen Aks, creator of The Power of Gesture® practice and author of Your Body is Speaking. A former professional dancer turned educator and leadership coach, Jen’s work helps women reconnect with their body’s intelligence—the part of us that knows before our brain catches up. Together, Sue and Jen explore the dance between body and mind, how movement becomes medicine, and why embodied leadership is the secret to confidence, connection, and clarity in every area of life. 🩰 In this episode, you’ll learn: Why body set is the missing piece of mindset work How to access your innate wisdom through movement and gesture What your hands can teach you about your emotions How to transform self-doubt into empowerment through embodiment Why true leadership starts in your nervous system, not your résumé This is your invitation to stop thinking your way through midlife—and start feeling your way forward. Connect with Jen: Free Gifts: The Power of Gesture®, my signature bodyset practice https://bonus.jenaks.com/into-to-the-power-video-page Complimentary Live Gesture Workshop - Every Tuesday at 11:00EST - https://book.jenaks.com/free-live-gesture-workshop-page 🔗 Website: https://jenaks.com/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennferaks  🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jen_aks   📚 Grab her book Your Body is Speaking - Book page: https://yourbodyisspeaking.org/ 🎥 Watch her TEDx Talk: The Body’s Hidden Intelligence – From Mindset to Bodyset - https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nfZGY1mAbWs [00:00:00] - Host introduction[00:03:09] - Body intelligence overview[00:05:51] - Horses, embodiment, awareness[00:08:08] - Dance background and school struggles[00:14:08] - Host school story and shame[00:16:35] - Redefining intelligence and worthiness[00:21:43] - Introducing the Power of Gesture[00:27:02] - Emotions as parts (Inside Out)[00:28:48] - Accessibility and gesture patterns[00:34:43] - Pandemic isolation and contact[00:36:29] - Current program delivery[00:38:40] - Embodied leadership in practice[00:45:31] - Book: Your Body Is Speaking[00:48:34] - How to connect and free offerings[00:49:44] - Closing and call to action FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—tog

Let’s talk about death—and how to do it better. In this bold and beautifully honest episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby is joined by hospice nurse and bestselling author Abigail D’Agostino, who’s on a mission to help caregivers, patients, and families face the end of life with clarity, dignity, and even a little humor. With over two decades in critical care and hospice, Abigail brings refreshing candor to a taboo topic—offering practical wisdom, heart-centered guidance, and a reminder that we have more agency than we think when it comes to the final chapter. Whether you're caring for aging parents, navigating grief, or simply wondering what it means to prepare well for your own transition, this conversation will leave you feeling informed, empowered, and oddly…lighter. 🎧 In this episode: Why “hospice” doesn’t mean giving up—it means redirecting care The real difference between hospice and palliative care (espresso vs. coffee!) How to avoid unnecessary suffering through preparation and honest convos What to do before the yogurt hits the spinning fan Why humor is a healing tool, even in our darkest hours 🛑 It’s time we stopped whispering about death—and started getting clear about how to live (and love) through it. Connect with Abigail! 🖤 Grab Abigail’s book Everybody’s Doing It, So Let’s Die Better at https://DieBetterBook.com 🔗 Website: https://www.nurseabigaild.com/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100080517497989 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/nurseabigaild/   Chapters [00:00:00] - Introduction[00:01:27] - Podcast branding & host[00:02:12] - Guest overview[00:03:36] - Career path to hospice[00:11:04] - Book as practical guide[00:12:16] - Hospice vs. palliative care[00:17:06] - Clarifying hospice goals[00:19:37] - Pet example & quality-of-life[00:24:39] - ICU CPR story & DNR[00:29:17] - Dementia & ER pitfalls[00:30:59] - Purpose and structure of the book[00:32:09] - When to read & prepare[00:35:16] - Agency and death taboo[00:38:09] - Case: “Laney” and preparation[00:44:05] - Humor in hard conversations[00:48:23] - Closing and takeaways FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

Midlife isn’t just for women—it’s for anyone who’s ever fallen apart and dared to rebuild. In this episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, we’re flipping the script with guest Steve Gamlin—speaker, author, former radio DJ, stand-up comic, and self-proclaimed "blue-collar woo" guy. Steve brings raw honesty and humor to a deeply personal conversation about grief, resilience, and how we pick ourselves back up—tail feathers singed and all. From vision boards that actually work, to surviving loss, rebuilding self-worth, and learning to “wag yourself happy,” this is a midlife masterclass in heart-centered reinvention. 🎧 Inside this episode: The “pogo stick” version of resilience (and why it’s okay to bounce) Grief, gratitude, and the power of paying attention to signs Why most vision boards don’t work—and what to do instead How Steve’s near-death golf ball moment changed his whole life The 8 life areas that really matter when you want to feel whole Whether you're rebuilding after loss, ready to reinvent, or just need a reminder that you’re not doing midlife wrong—you’ll love this powerful, soulful conversation with a man who’s walked through the fire (sometimes barefoot under power lines), and came out ready to help others rise. 💻 Learn more about Steve and his speaking/coaching work:🔗 http://SteveGamlinSpeaker.com 🔗 https://www.facebook.com/SteveGamlin 🔗 https://www.instagram.com/stevegamlin/  Chapters [00:00:00] - Welcome & Guest Intro[00:02:00] - Steve’s Journey Overview[00:06:52] - Host Shares Recent Pet Loss[00:08:14] - Intention to Serve Grief Spaces[00:09:00] - Lightness & Tina Anecdotes[00:09:32] - Near-Death Golf Balls Story[00:14:06] - From Stage Fears to Starting Messy[00:16:12] - Vision Boards & the Nervous System[00:18:23] - Eight-Areas Life Wheel Explained[00:21:26] - Autumn Renewal Retreat (Sponsor)[00:22:47] - Where to Start With Change[00:26:38] - Momentum From Small Positive Choices[00:28:33] - Daily "Good Stuff" Journaling[00:31:09] - Five-Minute Journal Practice[00:32:52] - Goals Through Sensory Detail[00:34:07] - Full-Senses Living With Horses[00:35:43] - Waffles With Tina & Sensory Memory[00:37:25] - Be Present, Not on the Phone[00:38:45] - Law of Attraction: Practical View[00:41:18] - Staying Open in Grief[00:45:22] - Current Work & Bookings[00:48:05] - Missing Stages & Impact Goals[00:48:57] - Impact Story in Cereal Aisle[00:50:38] - Captain Crunch Nostalgia Banter[00:51:18] - Closing Advice & Resources FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting a

You can’t vision board your way out of burnout. If your nervous system isn’t on board, nothing sticks—not the affirmations, not the manifesting, not even the journaling. In this powerful episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with Liz Potter, intuitive healer, medical medium, and nervous system specialist, to explore the deep connection between our body’s regulation and our ability to live fully aligned, expansive lives. From psychic awakenings to spirit communication, from chronic illness to personal reinvention, Liz shares her fascinating journey and how she now helps women heal emotionally and physically by working with their nervous system—not against it. 🔮 Inside this episode: Why your nervous system is the real gatekeeper of manifestation The truth about affirmations, imposter syndrome & fear blocks How your body stores past trauma—and how to feel your way through it What happens when we override our higher self (and how to reconnect) A powerful 3-phase process to rewire your nervous system and reclaim your power ✨ Bonus: Learn how Liz uses intuitive frequency reading to detect imbalances in the body—and why the “woo” and the science aren’t as far apart as you think. 🎧 If you’re a woman over 40 who feels stuck, scattered, or soul-tired… This episode is your wake-up call to regulate, reclaim, and rise. 📲 Work with Liz or learn more at https://lizpotterspiritmedium.com/ [00:00:00] - Host intro and guest welcome[00:02:47] - Introducing Liz’s work focus[00:04:01] - Path to psychic work and Reiki[00:08:04] - Personalized nervous system programs[00:09:30] - How intuition shows up in sessions[00:13:53] - Protecting her own energy[00:15:55] - Early signs and family lineage[00:18:22] - The Elkington/Casey activation story[00:20:48] - Full-body activation experience[00:22:04] - Reiki sessions and spirit visits[00:26:48] - Autumn Renewal retreat announcement[00:28:17] - Client example: weight loss pathway[00:33:45] - Somatics with horses and awareness[00:37:58] - Applying process to money and business[00:39:01] - Imposter syndrome as a safety issue[00:41:55] - New safety attracts change[00:44:55] - First steps: notice dysregulation[00:48:00] - Gentle self-talk and recommended reading[00:49:40] - Your nervous system mirrors life[00:52:22] - Wrap-up and personal reflections[00:53:15] - How to work with Liz[00:53:27] - Closing remarks and call to share FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscri

What if midlife wasn’t your slowing down season—but your permission slip to say YES, again and again?In this episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with extreme athlete, dragon boater, and Everest climber Dianette Wells—a woman who has turned challenge into momentum, grief into purpose, and joy into a daily practice.From racing ultra-marathons and summiting 7 peaks (yes, including Everest—twice!) to navigating heartbreak, divorce, and the unimaginable loss of her son, Dianette shares how she’s learned to keep moving forward, one literal and metaphorical step at a time.🎒 In this deeply honest, empowering episode, you’ll hear:- Why you’re never too old to try something new (even if you suck at it) - The surprising mindset that keeps Dianette going through brutal climbs and brutal life events - How joy, curiosity, and community are her secret weapons - Why your “mountain persona” can help you tackle everyday life - What it means to reclaim your spark—without apology or perfection Whether you’re feeling stuck, grieving, or just wondering “what’s next?”—this episode will remind you that every step counts, and you are capable of more than you think. Connect with Dianette Wells:🔗 Website: https://dianettewells.com/ 🔗 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DianetteWellsEnduranceAthlete 🔗 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dianettewells/ 📖Get her Book: Another Step Up the Mountain - https://a.co/d/cK9Ovl6  FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit follow so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

What if the only thing standing between you and next-level confidence… was your voice? In this episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with powerhouse speaker and coach Laurie-Ann Murabito—a once painfully shy woman who’s now a sought-after speaker, coach, and host of the Be in Demand podcast. Her message? Finding your voice isn’t just about public speaking—it’s about reclaiming your presence. Whether you’re terrified of speaking up in meetings, dreaming of hitting the stage, or just tired of feeling invisible, this conversation will light a fire under your mic. 🎤 In this episode: Why public speaking isn’t just for “outgoing” women How being tall, shy, and invisible sparked Laurie-Ann’s transformation The role of voice tone, range, and pacing in owning your power How to get speaking gigs—even if you’ve never been paid before Real transformations from clients who were scared sh*tless to speak… until they weren’t ✨ Plus: Get Laurie-Ann’s free Directory of Places to Speak at https://SpeakAndStandOut.com/gift Learn about her live "Get Booked to Speak" training and her upcoming 8-week "In-Demand Signature Speech" program. https://SpeakAndStandOut.com Follow Laurie-Ann on IG: https://www.instagram.com/laurieann.murabito   Chapters [00:00:00] - Powerful intro and guest bio[00:02:05] - Host welcome and setup[00:03:11] - Laurianne’s origin story[00:09:12] - Early challenges of saying yes[00:16:04] - Brands and finding your voice[00:22:29] - Voice craft and performance[00:26:38] - Sponsor: Autumn Renewal retreat[00:28:06] - Techniques: pausing, pacing, physiology[00:38:04] - Don’t hate your voice—reframe it[00:42:47] - Client transformations and impact[00:48:24] - How to connect and closingFOLLOW and CONNECT Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies 🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you:✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉Follow so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

What if fun wasn’t just “extra”—but essential to your health, happiness, and midlife reinvention?In this laughter-filled episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, host Sue Willoughby sits down with Treena Innes, global gallivanter, author, and life fun expert, to challenge the myth that adulthood means the end of play.Treena shares her inspiring story of how writing a book at 50 led to a movement to teach women how to live more vibrantly through fun, laughter, and joy—on their own damn terms.🎉 In this high-energy convo, we cover:Why most women lose their sense of fun around age 30—and how to get it back The difference between a fun list and a bucket list (and why both matter) How to build a micro-dose fun habit that actually sticks The science-backed benefits of play (spoiler: it’s better than Botox) How to ditch the guilt and reclaim your fun personality—at any age This episode is your permission slip to stop being the martyr, drop the “good girl” mask, and rediscover what actually lights you up. (Bonus: laughing burns calories. You’re welcome.) 🎧 Tune in. Laugh loud. And start building your badass fun habit today.   🔗 Connect with Treena at https://www.minddoodles.ca 🎙️Podcast: Finding Fun Experiments https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/finding-fun-experiment-cracking-the-code-to-health/id1813646794 📖Book Giveaway: https://minddoodles.ca/meet-mind-doodle-the-book/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/treena.innes/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/treena_minddoodles/   Chapters [00:00:00] - Laughter as a natural pain reliever[00:00:31] - Podcast intro and mission[00:01:15] - Setting the tone: humor saves[00:02:01] - Guest welcome: Trina Inis[00:02:55] - Why laughter is Trina’s focus[00:05:52] - Why adults stop prioritizing fun[00:10:09] - Embracing spontaneity vs planning[00:10:55] - Bucket list basics and benefits[00:12:14] - Fun list vs bucket list[00:13:41] - Getting people to use the list[00:16:53] - Building fun habits daily[00:20:27] - Social media facades and authenticity[00:23:29] - End-of-day “fire in the belly” check[00:24:30] - Energy drains: doomscrolling and news[00:26:02] - Fun builds resilience through grief[00:27:57] - Finding one funny thing daily[00:29:12] - Not-so-fun midlife stats (women)[00:31:12] - Peak stress 35–55: 74% of women[00:31:31] - Adults drop play in their 30s[00:32:00] - Good news: rebuild fun with habits[00:32:28] - What about men? Guilt and openness[00:34:05] - Women’s seriousness and self-forgetting[00:36:09] - Play personalities and lifelong play[00:37:34] - Retest: play evolves over time[00:38:24] - What fun does to your body[00:41:04] - We talk about health about 10 times a day[00:43:13] - How to connect with Trina[00:45:23] - Spreading the fun ripple effect[00:45:53] - Closing thanks and final messageFOLLOW and CONNECT Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  Thank you for watching! If you're seeking more insights on living a truly meaningful and fulfilling life, be sure to subscribe to my channel. And don’t forget to hit the bell icon so you never miss an update!An extraordinary life starts within. Discover your inner strength and awaken a life worth being through experiential, equine-assisted life coaching. Welcome to My Universe!  I am Sue Willoughby, Badass Midlife Strategist & host of Midlife St

Still waiting for “someday”? Spoiler: it’s not coming. But you still can.In the final episode of the Midlife Reclamation: Summer Reset Series on Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, host Sue Willoughby brings the 🔥 as she guides you through the most important midlife skill of all: editing your life.This episode is your invitation to stop hauling around the emotional, physical, and energetic clutter you’ve been tolerating for years—and finally create space for what actually lights you up.🧹 In this episode, you’ll learn:Why “someday” is a soul-sucking myth that keeps you stuck How to identify and release the habits, relationships, and crap weighing you down Why clarity and courage—not more hustle—are your midlife superpowers The 4-part audit to help you clean up your calendar, mind, space, and relationships A badass back burner challenge (and one thing to burn this week—literally) It’s time to edit your life like your future depends on it—because it does.📓 Grab your journal.🔥 Light the match.🎧 And let’s reclaim midlife, one release at a time. [00:00:00] - Less hustle, more clarity[00:01:14] - Series finale: the midlife edit[00:03:45] - The back-burner problem[00:09:03] - Invitation: newsletter and call[00:10:07] - Start small, by area[00:13:06] - Examples and release ritual[00:16:42] - Audit, habit, and wrap-up FOLLOW and CONNECTWebsite - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/  Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/  If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  Thank you for watching! If you're seeking more insights on living a truly meaningful and fulfilling life, be sure to subscribe to my channel. And don’t forget to hit the bell icon so you never miss an update! An extraordinary life starts within. Discover your inner strength and awaken a life worth being through experiential, equine-assisted life coaching. Welcome to My Universe!  I am Sue Willoughby, Badass Midlife Strategist & host of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women—a podcast that dives deep to help you uncover the true meaning of a fulfilling life. This channel is here to inspire and empower women over 40 to step into their fullest potential, break through limitations, and truly thrive. Each week, we bring you powerful video podcasts filled with real-life stories of transformation, resilience, and courage. Expect raw, heart-centered conversations and life-changing insights designed to help you break boundaries and start crafting a life brimming with purpose, joy, and passion. This is more than just a channel; it’s a community. Join me to explore, grow, & connect with like-minded women on the journey to creating a life worth being. Subscribe now and let’s awaken your limitless potential together!