The Jen Marples Show episode 160 is here!

Are you feeling stuck in a rut? Maybe you're in a funk, overwhelmed by life's demands, or struggling to find your groove. If so, you're not alone. We all experience those moments of stagnation and feeling uninspired. But the good news is, there are simple yet effective ways to break free and reignite your spark.

After a nice Mother's Day, I woke up this past Monday just feeling totally drained and unmotivated. I knew I needed to shake things up, so I took my own advice and did what I needed to get out of my funk. These tips can work for you too!

Here are my top 10 tips to help you shake off that funk and step back into your vibrant self:

1. Move your body - Exercise helps clear your mind and sparks new ideas.
2. Change your location - Working in different places stimulates creativity.
3. Talk to a trusted friend/colleague - Seeking outside perspectives provides a fresh view.
4. Journal - Writing helps purge negative thoughts and gain clarity.
5. Help someone else - Boosting others lifts your mood and gets you out of your head.
6. Take a break and have fun - Unwinding prevents feeling stuck in routines.
7. Try a new hobby - Stepping outside your comfort zone fuels motivation.
8. Step into your best self - Dressing the part lifts confidence on low-energy days.
9. Read/listen to new things - Mixing up inputs sparks new ideas.
10. Don't take yourself too seriously - Laugh more and celebrate accomplishments.

Remember, feeling stuck is a natural part of life. But with these ten tips, you have the power to break free from any funk and step into your most vibrant, joyful self. Try incorporating these strategies into your daily life, and watch as your mood lifts, your creativity flourishes, and your zest for life returns.

I hope you enjoyed today’s show! If you’d like to find out more about how I can help you achieve your business or life dreams, you can book a complimentary 20-minute call HERE. Visit my website at www.jenmarples.com and if you sign up for my newsletter, I’ve got two free juicy gifts for you, my Stepping Into The Spotlight guide if you’re ready to be seen and heard and my 12 Steps to Pivot guide if you’re itching for a change but don’t know where to begin.

I’d love to connect with you on social media so please follow me @jenmarples on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube, and let me know if you listen to the show! Nothing makes me happier than connecting with you dear listener.

Finally, my mission is to empower millions of midlife women, but I can’t do it alone! Please help me by leaving a 5-star rating and written review on Apple HERE and a 5-Star rating on Spotify HERE. Thank you and have a beautiful day!

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Welcome to another episode of The Jen Marples Show, where we're all about empowering fabulous midlife women to embrace their age, follow their dreams, and rock this next chapter of life!

On today's show I've got a super special guest, the one and only Samantha of Stung by Samantha.

We're diving into the nitty gritty of what it takes to become a successful influencer in midlife, from overcoming fears to building a loyal following. Samantha also shares her top beauty, fashion, and lifestyle tips for midlife women.

Samantha is the midlife influencer behind Stung by Samantha, a lifestyle brand for women over 50. She’s got a dedicated following on Instagram, TikTok, and YouTube and has thousands of pieces of content related to midlife beauty, fashion, fitness, and lifestyle.

Samantha and I discuss:

• Samantha shares her journey from a marketing career to becoming a successful influencer in her 50s, and the importance of pursuing your passions despite fear or judgment.
• Not letting fear get in the way of your dreams.
• Influencing requires constant content creation, building expertise in a niche, and monetizing through brand deals, affiliate marketing, and growing a loyal following over years of hard work.
• Beauty, fashion and lifestyle tips for midlife women including bronzer, moisturizer, exfoliator recommendations and styling tricks like shopping your own closet.
• Managing hair loss during menopause with supplements, laser therapy, minoxidil and customized hair care routines.
• Embracing the freedom of not caring what others think and being role models for our daughters by unapologetically pursuing our dreams.

I hope you enjoyed today’s show! If you’d like to find out more about how I can help you achieve your business or life dreams, you can book a complimentary 20-minute call HERE. Visit my website at www.jenmarples.com and if you sign up for my newsletter, I’ve got two free juicy gifts for you, my Stepping Into The Spotlight guide if you’re ready to be seen and heard and my 12 Steps to Pivot guide if you’re itching for a change but don’t know where to begin.

I’d love to connect with you on social media so please follow me @jenmarples on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube, and let me know if you listen to the show! Nothing makes me happier than connecting with you dear listener.

Finally, my mission is to empower millions of midlife women, but I can’t do it alone! Please help me by leaving a 5-star rating and written review on Apple HERE and a 5-Star rating on Spotify HERE. Thank you and have a beautiful day!

Learn more about Jen Marples at https://www.jenmarples.com/

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The Jen Marples Show episode 158 is here!

Today’s solo episode is a bit of a pep talk for all of us midlife badasses. I know the challenges we face, but I also know we have incredible opportunities in midlife, so today’s pep talk covers some of my top life and business advice that will get you out of your head and into doing the damn thing - whatever that thing is you want to do!

Jen's Top 10 Life and Business Tips for Midlife Success:

1. You’re Not Too F***ing Old!
2. Have courage.
3. You’ve got what it takes.
4. Don’t compare yourself to others.
5. Don’t care what people think.
6. Recognize what season you’re in right now in life.
7. Get help when you need it.
8. Surround yourself with the right women.
9. Take one step every day.
10. You will not die! (pursuing your dreams)

I hope you enjoyed today’s show! If you’d like to find out more about how I can help you achieve your business or life dreams, you can book a complimentary 20-minute call HERE. Visit my website at www.jenmarples.com and if you sign up for my newsletter, I’ve got two free juicy gifts for you, my Stepping Into The Spotlight guide if you’re ready to be seen and heard and my 12 Steps to Pivot guide if you’re itching for a change but don’t know where to begin.

I’d love to connect with you on social media so please follow me @jenmarples on Instagram, LinkedIn, TikTok and YouTube, and let me know if you listen to the show! Nothing makes me happier than connecting with you dear listener.

Finally, my mission is to empower millions of midlife women, but I can’t do it alone! Please help me by leaving a 5-star rating and written review on Apple HERE and a 5-Star rating on Spotify HERE. Thank you and have a beautiful day!

Learn more about Jen Marples at https://www.jenmarples.com/

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