EP412: In this heartfelt episode, I discuss the eight crucial lessons I learned from my mother's recent death, emphasizing not just the process of dying but also some profound insights about life.

The discussion covers a bit of my mother's background, which is helpful context in understanding some of the lessons, the all-consuming bond my parents had, the challenges I faced watching her demise, and what her decline taught me about the choices we make, the reasons why, and the impact of them on our long-term happiness.

I share reflections on coping with the loss of a loved one, finding strength in difficult experiences, and the realization that true happiness must come from within rather than from another person.

This episode is meant to provide tips and guidance for those navigating the end-of-life process of a loved one and wisdom on living a rich, fulfilling life.

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EP411: Today’s guest is Elise Marquam-Jahns, a retired public television executive who embarked on her second act as a professional makeup artist. With 35 years of experience in public television, Elise transitioned to the beauty industry, training with a nationally renowned makeup artist and working for seven years with a major cosmetics line.

In 2019, she launched her YouTube channel and began doing weekly YouTube videos, with limited technology experience, and founded Boomer and Beyond Beauty, offering Zoom makeup consultations and conducting presentations to women's groups.

In this episode, we talked about:

• Transitioning from a long-term career to pursue something she was extremely passionate about and interested in later in life.
• The feeling of invisibility that many women experience as they age.
• Practical advice on choosing the right products that will enhance your natural beauty and be a good match for your lifestyle and personality.
• Tackling the challenges of aging with respect to our appearance, like drooping eyelids and thinning eyebrows, using effective beauty strategies.

Elise also writes monthly articles for two online sites dedicated to women 45+ and is committed to sharing makeup techniques and products that enhance natural beauty. Elise's mission is to empower women to look and feel like the best versions of themselves.

If you are over 50, you’ll get valuable advice from Elise on how to look and feel your best and will be inspired to follow your own passions as you listen to her story on what she’s been able to do in the second half of life.

And here's the amazing Eyebrow Stencils and Shaper Kit I heard about from Elise and ordered on Amazon!

Other ways to find and connect with Elise are:

Website: https://www.boomerandbeyondbeauty.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@EliseMarquamJahns Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/boomerandbeyondbeauty/

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EP410: Today’s guest is Joanie Marx, a three-time international bestselling author and renowned Storytelling Magician™. In this episode, we explore the powerful connection between laughter, creativity, and self-love.

Joanie shares her perspective on how many people, especially those who haven't pursued traditionally creative careers, don't see themselves as creative. She also provides her insight on the the connection between creativity and authenticity recounting her journey into the creative world of acting, which helped her uncover her own authenticity,

In this episode, we talked about:

• Joanie’s personal journey and how her lived experiences led her to acting.
• How negative self-perception about our creative ability prevents us from using that innate human gift.
• The significant role of laughter in fostering creativity, overcoming obstacles that are blocking true happiness, and living authentically through creative expression.\
• How to identify and overcome limiting beliefs and societal influences that hinder self-expression and creativity.

Join our discussion about how to overcome negative self-talk, rediscover your creativity in everyday moments, and learn how to value your own talents. Joanie is an inspiration to all who want to live their best life showing how it’s done through laughter and self-reflection, regardless of age.

Other ways to find and connect with Joanie are:

Website: https://joaniemarx.com/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@joaniemarx/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joanie.marx.author/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/joanie.marx/ Book: Facelifts, Money & Prince Charming: Break Baby Boomer Myths & Live Your Best Life:

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In this episode, we talked about:

• Marie's personal journey and professional insights on family dynamics
• The importance of self-development in the journey toward reconnection
• Actionable steps to mend and prevent estrangements
• How important open communication and humility is in relationships

Marie’s passion about family connection shines through as she supports me through my vulnerable share about my estranged relationship with my sister. Our recent connection was a gift from the universe as she helped me confirm and take action on an important decision during this interview and you get to be a fly-on-the-wall listening in to what felt to me like a great therapy session.

Other ways to find and connect with Marie are:

Website: http://morinholistictherapy.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCryNR_Av7z8zsTU0rCGd8Aw LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marie-morin-65a5464a/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mmorin88/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/mariemorin8 Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/morinholistictherapy Tik tok https://www.tiktok.com/@mmorinholistictherapy?_t=8lfNJXJu8IU&_r=1

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EP406: Today I'm sharing my experience in dealing with a very challenging (aka shitty) week, and the one simple little shift I made to move out of my extremely negative mindset. Yes! positive, happy, vibrant me DOES occasionally get trapped in a negative head space. And this was one of those weeks

So I'm here to share what happened and what I did, including the nasty comment I made to my husband, (Sorry honey!). And if you believe in karma when you put out good energy, you'll love to hear how the week ended, which you may think was more to my husband's benefit, but I prefer to think I played a part in that result.

It's tough to find silver linings in tough circumstances, but I hope this episode will serve as a motivational reminder to you that my simple trick does work! You CAN find inspiration and strength in challenging (aka shitty) times.

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EP405: Today's guest is Dr. Gala Gorman, a licensed Acupuncturist, Naturopath, and Author who offers practical advice and programs to reverse health issues resulting from chronic stress. In this episode, we dive deep into the often-overlooked impact of stress on our health, through Dr. Gala’s personal journey and professional insights to shed light on this critical issue.

Dr. Gala draws a fascinating parallel between stress and Superman's kryptonite, highlighting how this silent force can have potent effects on our well-being. Rather than trying to eliminate stress, which is an impossible task, she encourages us to master it.

In this episode, we talked about:

• The impact of unmanaged chronic stress that can lead to serious health issues like adrenal fatigue and hormonal imbalances.
• The different types of stresses and the body's natural mechanisms for handling stress.
• The invisible but dangerous environmental factors that contribute to stress.
• "What's Your Kryptonite?" her latest book that provides tips to help people learn how to identify and manage the toxic stress in their lives.

Dr. Gala explains how our bodies are equipped to handle short-term stress but warns about the serious health risks of prolonged stress exposure. One of the most powerful takeaways from this episode is the importance of listening to our bodies.

This episode is packed with valuable insights and practical advice that can help us all lead healthier, more balanced lives so listen now!

Other ways to find and connect with Dr. Gala are:

Website: https://drgala.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drgalagorman/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drgalagorman/

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