Rocking Midlife®- the Podcast

Redefining MenopauseWelcome back to the Rocking Midlife Podcast!In this week's episode, I had the pleasure of sitting down with London-based Rachel Lankester. Rachel is not just a fabulous author, (whose book is on the recommended New York Times list for books about menopause) but a mentor and podcast host of Magnificent Midlife, an online hub celebrating and empowering women in their 40s and beyond.During our conversation, we discuss the negative perception about menopause held by so many in western cultures. Rachel shares how this isn't the case in other cultures and explains how we should instead embrace menopause as a natural phase of life and not an “illness” needing medical intervention. She also shares her journey through menopause, along with tips she has discovered from experience and research. It's time to alleviate the anxiety associated with menopause and ageing, and celebrate this new season of life! Tune in now to this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast and hear Rachel's insights about Redefining Menopause.Check out Rache's blog and podcast and get her book HERE: https://magnificentmidlife.com/Grab my FREE ebook "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide" HERE: https://bit.ly/midlifesidehustleguide#Menopause #MidlifeWoman #RockingMidlifePodcast

Fighting for Your Health in Midlife: How to Become Your Own Advocate Do you feel like your midlife medical concerns are being dismissed and not taken seriously? Are you tired of being told ‘it’s all in your head’?You’re not alone!Join me on this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast as I interview Dr. Efrat LaMandre, founder of The Knew Method. Dr E. helps people optimize their health, prevent illness, reduce medication and feel great by getting to the root cause of their illness.During our conversation, Dr E shares her story about how she and her wife became advocates for their own health during midlife and discovered functional medicine. She then shares a few examples about how a functional medicine professional might be your best chance of getting to the bottom of any nagging health issues you've been experiencing since you've hit midlife.Tune in now to this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast and hear Dr. E's insights about Fighting for Your Health in Midlife: How to Become Your Own AdvocateCheck out Dr. E's website, blog and podcast HERE: https://theknewmethod.com/Grab Cat's FREE ebook "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide" HERE: https://bit.ly/midlifesidehustleguide

Get ready to embark on a journey to rediscover your inner and outer beauty at midlife with this week's episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast! In this episode, I sit down with the fabulous Karen Viesta, a life and health coach, as well as the host of the Wellegant Woman Podcast, as she unveils practical beauty secrets of French women in their midlife prime. We dive into Karen's popular blog post, "The Beauty Secrets of French Women in Midlife," exploring the timeless elegance and self-care rituals that have made French women renowned for their ageless allure. Whether you're in your midlife stride or simply curious about the French approach to beauty, this interview is a must-listen. Get ready to feel rejuvenated and inspired as we decode the keys to feeling fabulous in your 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond!Check out Karen's website, blog and free resourcesHERE: https://wellegantwoman.com/Grab Cat's FREE ebook "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide" HERE: https://bit.ly/midlifesidehustleguide

Midlife Reinvention - Doctor to Film-MakerAre you feeling stuck in the same old routine of life? Ready for a midlife reinvention but have no idea where to start?Then look no further!Hear Ross Hewitt's inspiring story of how he made the leap from being a MD to trying his hand at film-making. His journey is both motivating and encouraging, and will perhaps give you the nudge you need to muster your courage to take the steps necessary for your own second act in life.Tune in now to this episode of the Rocking Midlife Podcast and hear Ross's story of midlife reinvention!Check out Ross's website HERE: https://www.kristhecat.net/Grab Cat's FREE ebook "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide" HERE: https://bit.ly/midlifesidehustleguide

Loving Life at 50+!Have you found yourself in a bit of a slump?Maybe you're not feeling great about your looks, your life, or maybe you are simply just feeling "blah." After all, you're not a spring chicken in your twenties or thirties, so there's not much to look forward to - right?Wrong!In this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, I'm joined by a lovely lady all the way from New Jersey - Maria Sabando - who is the author of a soon-to-be-released book called "Loving Life at 50+!"Maria is a lovely, vibrant lady who has a contagious passion for life, and our conversation centered around how women can - and should - own their unique beauty. Doing so can increase your confidence, and help you choose to truly embrace this season in your life.Maria shares some practical tips about how you can look and feel your best and I know you will love her warm personality. This lady is a sweetheart!Check out Maria's website to know when her book is released HERE: https://www.officialmariasabando.com/ Grab Cat's FREE ebook: "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide"Here: https://bit.ly/midlifesidehustleguide

Are you feeling lonely and disconnected at midlife?You don't have to stay that way!In this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, I'm joined by business partners AND best friends, Dr. Lynne and Dr. Brooke to discuss how powerful friendships are in your midlife years.During our conversation, these wonderful ladies share about the transformative power of friendships at midlife, offering valuable strategies and insights to help you overcome feelings of isolation through heartfelt, authentic connections with others. Check out Dr. Lynne & Dr. Brooke's business Life after Kids and access their free resources here: https://www.lifeafterkids.comRead more about Alison Jacobson and our interview here: https://catcoluccio.com/blogGrab Cat's FREE ebook: "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide" Here: https://bit.ly/midlifesidehustleguideCheck out all episodes of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast here: https://.catcoluccio.com/podcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- New Zealand-based Cat Coluccio is the Author of a number of best selling books, including "21 Hacks to ROCK your Midlife" and "Your Midlife Side Hustle." She is a qualified Educator, Personal Trainer and Life Coach, as well as the host of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast and Community.Her philosophy? "It's never too late to have a new beginning in life!"Connect with Cat: www.catcoluccio.com

Menopause can feel a confusing and tumultuous time - but it doesn't need to be a negative season in a woman's life.Today's guest on the Rocking Midlife® Podcast is Dr Cari Schaefer who helps women navigate this stage of life and embrace their Menopause Transition, and she shares some practical tips you won't want to miss!Dr. Cari Schaefer, DACM is the founder of Wise Woman Emerging, a platform midwifing woman through the menopausal change. As a women’s healthcare provider, lecturer, and teacher on health and nutrition and author of the Amazon best-selling book, "The Food Solution." For over 23 years, Dr. Cari has helped thousands of people identify and remove the barriers blocking them from feeling their best. Her vision is to restore women with the empowerment of this phase of life, lost in our current culture, and help them find the optimal mental, spiritual and physical balance she knows is possible.Read more about Dr Cari and our interview here: https://catcoluccio.com/blogCheck out Dr Cari's business and access her free resources here: https://sustainablehc.com/wise-women-emerging/Check out all episodes of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast here: https://.catcoluccio.com/podcast----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- ** Grab your FREE gift! An ebook called "5 Tips to make your midlife Rock!"You can access it here: www.rockmidlife.com-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------New Zealand-based Cat Coluccio is the Author of a number of best selling books, including "21 Hacks to ROCK your Midlife" and "Your Midlife Side Hustle." She is a qualified Educator, Personal Trainer and Life Coach, as well as the host of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast and Community. Her philosophy? "It's never too late to have a new beginning in life!" Connect with Cat: https://catcoluccio.com

Are you looking for a way to start living a more fulfilling life?Then this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast will inspire you, as Gloria Carpenter shares her personal story, as well as tips about how you can create your most meaningful and joyous life - no matter your age. Learn how self-belief and understanding your true desires are the first steps on the path to a happier, more purposeful life.Tune in now and discover how to make your dreams come true! Gloria Carpenter is the best-selling author of "Power Up Your Dreams! Moving From Self-Defeat to Self Belief," a certified Dreambuilder life coach, motivational speaker and a professional singer in the New York area. She has always been driven to live a life she loves which is why she is quick to encourage others to live the life of their dreams. At 63 years old, she continues to do what she loves, and her mission is to see people happy and fulfilled doing what they love by utilizing their innate talents.* Read more about Gloria and our interview here: https://catcoluccio.com/blog* Check out Gloria Carpenter's business and access her free resources here: www.powerupyourdreams.com www.gloriacarpenter.net * Check out all episodes of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast here: https://.catcoluccio.com/podcast

Are you experiencing uncomfortable symptoms during menopause? Turns out, inflammation might be to blame. In this episode, I'm joined by Canadian nutritionist and women's health coach Annie Gaudreault, and we explore how inflammation affects the body during menopause and what you can do about it.Learn more about how to reduce inflammation and improve your health during menopause by tuning in to this episode. Annie not only explains how inflammation occurs, but gives practical tips we can implement right away to reduce its effect.As a nutritionist and health coach, Annie founded VEEV Health & Wellness to support the needs of smart and successful women, giving them the confidence to do what they want to do, with the energy that they need. An endurance athlete with 12 marathons and 3 Ironman triathlons under her belt, Annie lives what she preaches. A prior 25+ year career as a brand consultant working with executives of Fortune 500 companies gave her a solid background to serve the wellness needs of those living busy lives. She is a regular speaker to the media, corporations and lifestyle organizations on various topics of health.Read more about Annie and our interview here: https://catcoluccio.com/blogCheck out Annie Gaudreault's business and access her free resources here: https://veev.ca/Check out all episodes of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast here: https://.catcoluccio.com/podcast-----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Grab your FREE gift! I'm giving away an ebook called "5 Tips to make your midlife Rock!"You can access it here: www.rockmidlife.com

There's no age limit on success! Tune in to this week's episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast, where I'm interviewing award-winning surgeon, Dr Samantha Pillay, who shares advice about how any woman can achieve her goals.Dr Samantha is a powerhouse of a lady who is on a mission to inspire women to believe in themselves and create the change they want to see in the world - something she does every day herself, be it via her medical practice, her entrepreneurism or her children's books.Having overcome physical limitations from congenital hip dysplasia, Dr Samantha went on to smash the glass ceiling, becoming South Australia’s first female urological surgeon. She is also a passionate businesswoman, founder, and entrepreneur, who advocates gender equity, disability inclusion and cultural diversity, reducing the stigma of urinary incontinence and raising awareness about preventable chronic diseases.Dr Samantha is also a best-selling author, with her inspirational Careers picture book series inspiring children to dream big, while instilling self-belief and challenging career gender stereotypes. Her international eCommerce business sells anti-Disney merchandise to promote a serious message with a smile.Dr Samantha was one of four finalist nominees for South Australia, Australian of the Year 2022 and a finalist for the South Australian Telstra Best of Business Awards 2023 - and has achieved most of her goals as a single mother.Our conversation covered a number of areas, including my asking her how on earth she has managed to achieve so much when there are only so many hours in the day! Her practical tips for squeezing as much out of every day are sure to inspire you, as does her passion for making as big a difference in the world as possible.Read more about Dr Samantha and our interview here: https://catcoluccio.com/blogCheck out Dr Samantha Pillay here: https://samanthapillay.com/ https://shop.samanthapillay.com/ Check out all of the episodes of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast here: https://.catcoluccio.com/podcast

We all know that change is a constant in life - especially in our career and work -but it's not always easy to embrace it.In this Rocking Midlife® Podcast episode, I'm joined by an amazing lady - Dr Carol Parker Walsh - for a conversation around the topic of how to survive and thrive in midlife by embracing the changes that come our way.Dr Carol is a catalyst for transformational growth, confidence, and career/life alignment. She leverages her J.D. and Ph.D. and multiple certifications, along with her almost 30 years of experience as an attorney, executive leader, professor, dean and social scientist to help driven professionals and entrepreneurs elevate their income and amplify their confidence, expertise, and authority. She jokingly calls herself “over-educated” having earned two doctorates, two masters, and certificates from Harvard, Oxford and Dartmouth.Dr Carol has an impressive career history, however she shifted her career path when she reached midlife. After getting into a massive car accident, she decided to follow what it is that she genuinely wants to do in life, and stepped into her purpose unapologetically. Now she teaches women to listen to that voice inside, find their opening, and step into their purpose on the other side.Whether you're just starting your journey into midlife or you're already well underway, this video has something for everyone. So grab a cup of coffee and get ready to be inspired!*You can read more about this interview at the blog here: https://catcoluccio.com/blog*Check out Dr Carol Parker Walsh here: https://carolparkerwalsh.com*Check out all of the episodes of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast here: www.catcoluccio.com/podcast

Are you feeling stuck in a rut?Do you wonder if you're in the middle of your own midlife crisis?Well, don't worry, because today's guest on the Rocking Midlife® Podcast is going to share not only how she relaunched her own life - but how you can too.Hilary DeCesare is an award-winning business expert, esteemed author, and pioneer of female powerhouses in Silicon Valley. As a sought-after speaker, founder of The Relaunch Co., and one of the first women to create a quarter of a billion dollars in revenue for the tech giant Oracle, Hilary brings fresh energy to industry leaders, CEOs, and solopreneurs.Her new book, "RELAUNCH: Spark Your Heart to Ignite Your Life," details her proprietary 3HQ™ method so women combine their head, heart, and higher self to create new brain patterns that shed limiting beliefs - and Hilary shares the details of the method in this interview.Read more about this interview here: https://.catcoluccio.com/blog Check out Hilary DeCesare here: https://therelaunchco.com/

So you want to make some extra cash on the side?Given the rising cost of living, creating another income stream is wise - but where to start?There are a million different ways to do this, but if you want to get started as quickly as possible, here are three of my favourite types of side hustles. Each one has its own unique set of benefits, so listen in to find out which one is right for you!You can read more about these 3 different types of side hustles, along with other helpful articles HERE: https://catcoluccio.com/blog---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------Grab your FREE gift! I'm giving away an ebook called "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide!"In it, you'll find 30 side hustle ideas to help you get started.Grab that at the link below, and when you do, make sure to immediately join my group "The Midlife Side Hustle Bootcamp" as I have some incredibly exciting experts coming up that you won't want to miss!! https://catcoluccio.com/sidehustleguide

In this episode of the Rocking Midlife® podcast, I'm joined by the fabulous Jacqueline, (Jack) Perez.Having found herself struggling to make sense of what was happening to her when she hit menopause, Jack set out to find experts who could help. She then founded Kuel Life - a collective of nearly 60 thought leaders from around the world, (including yours truly!) covering every aspect of menopause and midlife.Kuel Life is now an amazing free resource for women around the world with questions or fears about their own midlife journey.Tune in to hear more about Kuel Life, Jack's personal thoughts around growing older, and her mission to "normalise ageing."You can read more about this interview at the blog here: www.catcoluccio.com/blogCheck out Kuel Life here: www.kuellife.comCheck out the other episodes of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast here: www.catcoluccio.com/podcast

Who do you want to become in 2023?Tune in to the very first episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast for 2023, to hear my personal update as well as a challenge for you!To give you some perspective as well, I recorded this first episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast in mid January – well before the record breaking weather bomb that hit New Zealand, causing widespread flooding and damage to Auckland. Hence, I sound quite upbeat and positive in the episode, giving an update on my personal world and asking you about how you are, and who you want to become in 2023. Incidents like the flooding being experienced here, natural disasters, political conflict and more, are reminders that there is so much out of our control, and that oftentimes, life can absolutely suck. On the other hand though, becoming who we want to become in the new year is something we can control......Want to become more intentional in which relationships you put time and effort into this year?Want to become more mindful and less stressed?Want to create a life that is purposeful and fulfilling?Want to become more grateful and less judgemental?We're only one month into the year, and already so much has happened that is out of our control. Nevertheless, there are still 11 months to go where you have the possibility of experiencing growth in so many areas of your life, if you choose to intentionally focus on who you want to become this year.So here's to 2023. Whilst it might be off to a bumpy start, may we never lose the ability to hope and dream.PS: Grab my FREE gift for you - the "Dare to Dream Workbook" to help you get clear about what you really want to do and become over the next 90 days! Access your copy HERE: https://catcoluccio.com/daretodream

I turned 57 last month, and as with every birthday, I spent some time reflecting about the years that have passed and what I've learned along the way. In this episode I share 5 of these reflections:* Let go of the past* Ageing is a privilege* Your voice still matters* Keep setting goals* Step into your spotlightDo you take the time to reflect on your birthdays too, and what would you add to the list I came up with? Tune in to hear my 5 reflections, and make sure to grab my FREE ebook: "5 Tips to make your Midlife ROCK!" at www.rockmidlife.com

Welcome to Season 4 of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast – the season of the Side Hustle!With my new book, "Your Midlife Side Hustle" launching very soon, and the evening news footage painting an increasingly bleak picture economically, I am more passionate than ever to offer HOPE, by encouraging women to start a side hustle that is passion-fuelled, purposeful and of course, Profitable!When feeling the pinch financially, often our first thought is to take a second job to help make ends meet. This might be fine when you are relatively commitment free in your 20s, but when you are a midlifer, you might find that you are only increasing your problems, not solving them. If you are toying with the idea of taking a second job, and you are in your midlife season, tune in to hear 3 reasons why I don't think this is such a good idea, and what I DO recommend you do instead!Want some ideas of side hustles you could start? I've got you! Get my FREE ebook "The Ultimate Midlife Side Hustle Guide" with 30 proven online Side Hustles that you could start right away! Go to www.yourmidlifesidehustle.com to access your copy now. Enjoyed this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast?I would be so grateful if you could leave a 5 star review at Apple – this way the podcast is boosted and found more easily by other midlifers looking to ROCK their lives!Cat xPS: Let's continue the conversation! Join me daily in Rocking Midlife® – the FREE group for women over 40 who want to ROCK their midlife season! https://www.facebook.com/groups/RockingMidlife

Do you feel like your creativity has been suppressed under the weight of all the “must-dos” in your life? Then this week’s interview with Faigie Kobre might just be the inspiration you need to dust off your paint brushes, your sketchbooks, your musical instrument or your pottery wheel, and reignite that creative spirit in your midlife years!Faigie lives in New York and is a mother of 6 children and grandmother to many! She works with women who love art but, don't feel creative due to earlier negative art experiences, Through her workshops, Faigie helps these women reignite their creativity by introducing them to the magical medium of alcohol inks, which are vibrant, fluid and forgiving and which make everyone who uses them feel like an artist.During our conversation, we talked about whole creativity is something that is often neglected in our lives, and how midlife can be the perfect time to reignite it, due to us having more space in our lives now that we are through the child-raising years. We also touched on how we need to change our inner conditioning that tells us that anything creative or artistic is “frivolous” and not worth doing. Faigie in passionate about seeing women reignite their creativity and shares many key thoughts including:•How you don’t have to be born with a talent for drawing to become an artist.•How alcohol inks can be the perfect medium to help you reignite your creative side.•How taking the time to be creative can fuel your soul.Get in touch with Faigie here: •At her website: www.creativityreignited.com •On Facebook: www.facebook.com/creativealcoholinkingEnjoyed this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast?I would be so grateful if you could leave a 5 star review at Apple – this way the podcast is boosted and found more easily!Cat xPS: Want to continue the conversation? Join me daily in Rocking Midlife® – the FREE group for women over 40 who want to ROCK their midlife season! https://www.facebook.com/groups/RockingMidlife

This week's guest on the Rocking Midlife® Podcast is a beautiful, vibrant lady from my homeland of Australia - Edwina Murphy-Droomer.  We connected recently when Edwina invited me to be part of a fabulous 11 day challenge she is hosting starting on the 22nd August: the More Extraordinary Every Day Challenge for Midlife Women. (You can still register for your FREE ticket here: https://edwinamd.com/CatColuccio )Edwina is a "Vision Building Mentor" which is a fabulous name for a mentor who helps women create vision boards, then supports them to bring their dreams and goals to life. Her own story is like many women's, with her personal metamorphosis springing from her darkest hour as a suddenly single, broke mother with four children to leading a full-colour life of love, prosperity, and freedom. As a Professional Interviewer and Transformational Coach, Edwina is a powerhouse in the fields of vision building and transformation. She has supported thousands of women to create an exciting vision for the life they want to live and then provides the support and accountability to bring that vision to life.During our conversation, Edwina makes some thought-provoking points, including: 1. We women often spend so much time planning the perfect wedding day or the most amazing event - yet we never take the time to create a vision and plan of the life we want to live - including all areas, some examples being our health, our relationships, our careers etc. 2. Who you want to BE will affect what you want to achieve. Achieving external goals requires internal growth. 3. "If it's going to be, it's up to me!" Want to reach your goals? Want to change your life? Then you will need to accept that no-one is coming to rescue you - it's up to you to roll up your sleeves and do the work. You can find Edwina at her website: https://edwinamd.com/On Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edwina.md/On Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/edwinamurphydroomerpageEnjoyed this episode of the Rocking Midlife® Podcast?I would be so grateful if you could leave a 5 star review at Apple – this way the podcast is boosted and found more easily!Cat xPS: Want to continue the conversation? Join me daily in Rocking Midlife® – the FREE group for women over 40 who want to ROCK their midlife season!  https://www.facebook.com/groups/RockingMidlife

This week’s Rocking Midlife® Podcast interview features Isabel and Michael Hunsinger – the team behind Doctor on a Mission – speaking about how they keep the love alive after 42 years of being together. You might recall that I interviewed Isabel in season 2 about menopause and brain health, as she is a doctor who specializes in helping people age well. Michael is a culinary nutritionist, and the pair work as a team, helping people reverse their diabetes and cognitive decline. What I love about the Hunsingers is that they are not only passionate about their work – they are passionate about one another, and I know that their insights will encourage others in long term partnerships. Isabel even shares a list of 8 key things that have helped them keep their marriage happy and healthy, and while they are a bit out of order due to our having too much fun in our conversation, you are sure to find one that will inspire you to take action on your marriage.I often talk about the roller coaster that is midlife. There is love and there is loss, along with every emotion in between which can feel amplified when you add the crazy hormones of menopause to the mix. For many, this season also exposes the weaker parts of their marriage, as couples are forced to re-engage when the distraction of childrearing is removed. We’ve spoken previously on the podcast about being single, plus about how to heal and live life authentically after divorce. My hope is that today’s episode will give you both hope and tips to help you not only revive your long term relationship if it is feeling a bit stale, but to nurture your relationship so much that it develops to be something far better than you ever imagined. Isabel’s 8 tips for keeping the love alive in your long term relationship became 10 by the end of the interview, so in case you missed any, here they are: 1.Attack the problem, not the person.2.Identify YOUR personal issues and work on them.3.Keep your voice and countenance calm and low.4.Timing of when to discuss and solve problems.5.LISTEN! - no eye rolls or sighs and pay attention.6.Ephesians 4:29 - Be kind with the tongue (your words)7.RESPECT - never disrespect in public.8.Trust - that comes from respect and ALL of the other steps.9."neglect the rest of the world if you have to, but NEVER neglect each other."10.Intimacy - Stay sexy for each other.You can find the Hunsingers at their website: https://doctoronamission.com/You can join their free group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/shamefreeforwomenWant to continue the conversation? Join me daily in Rocking Midlife® - the FREE group for women over 40 who want to ROCK their midlife season! https://www.facebook.com/groups/RockingMidlife