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Discover What’s Next and Take Courageous Action!! Do you wish to gain clarity in creating the second half of your life? Are you tired of being stressed and unhealthy? Are you struggling in your relationships? Do you dream of retiring and traveling the world? In this podcast, you will learn how to achieve a vibrant midlife mind and body, how to create solid relationships through love and loss, and how to create an awesome second half of life. My mission is to provide you with clarity on the life you want to create, inspire you to take courageous action, and help you build confidence as you move through your midlife. If you want to discover your most amazing self and live your best second half of life, then let’s start your midlife makeover journey! Hey there, I’m Wendy. I remember when I hit midlife. I experienced a major depression after my divorce, the death of my brother, and being smothered in mounds of debt. I struggled mentally, physically, emotionally, financially, and spiritually. My life was spiraling downward, and I needed a complete overhaul. The good news is that I made it through to the other side. My breakdown became my breakthrough. I discovered the solutions to regain my health, reinvent myself, and rebuild my life. I created The Midlife Makeover Show to help you do the same. If you are ready to write the next chapter of your life and solve your greatest midlife challenges like finding freedom through divorce, making your money matter at retirement, turning your midlife crisis into a midlife awakening, and downright enjoying your second half of life, then this is the podcast for you. Let’s get this midlife party started, shall we? 😊 All the Midlife Goods! https://wendyvalentine.com 🎙 Listen to the Podcast! http://themidlifemakeovershow.com 🎤Nominate a Guest http://midlifemakeoverguest.com 💥 Follow me on IG! https://www.instagram.com/wendy_valentine_/ 🎥 Subscribe to my YouTube channel http://midlifemakeoveryoutube.com 🤩 Join the FREEDOM at Midlife Program http://freedomatmidlife.com
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Welcome back to The Midlife Makeover Show! If you’ve ever asked yourself “Why do I keep ending up in the same kind of relationship?” or “Why is healing from the past so hard?” — today’s episode is your permission slip to start fresh. 💖
Wendy sits down with holistic therapist, relationship coach, and author Megan Sherer, whose new book, Choose Your Self, is already transforming the way women view self-love, healing, and connection. With over a decade of experience and her signature Love Alignment Method, Megan breaks down how somatic healing—yes, healing through the body—can finally help us release those sticky patterns and step into more authentic, aligned love.
From understanding how trauma lives in our bodies to redefining what it means to be your own BFF, this conversation is real, raw, and deeply empowering.
✨ What You’ll Learn:
- Why talk therapy alone might not be enough to break old relationship patterns
- How somatic healing helps your body process trauma and emotional pain
- What “parts work” is and how it helps you embrace your whole self
- The difference between pain and suffering—and how to stop choosing the latter
- What it means to choose yourself in relationships and in life
- Tools to strengthen your inner relationship and self-regulate during triggers
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
✨Read the blog: 274 💔 Rewire Love: Somatic Tools for Healing with Megan Sherer at https://wendyvalentine.com/choose-your-self/
👉 Connect with Megan
Website: https://megansherer.com
Instagram: https://instagram.com/megansherer
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Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
Tuesday Apr 15, 2025
What if the key to better relationships starts with how you treat yourself? In this soul-stirring episode, Wendy sits down with the brilliant Monica Berg—international speaker, Kabbalistic teacher, and author of Rethink Love, Fear is Not an Option, and The Gift of Being Different—to dive into the transformational concept of self-parenting. From healing childhood wounds to challenging limiting beliefs, Monica shares her personal journey of overcoming anorexia, perfectionism, and shame to become a “change junkie” who now helps others reclaim their inner light.
Together, Wendy and Monica explore how to distinguish compromise from sacrifice, why purpose isn’t always a job title, and how taking radical responsibility can lead to spiritual freedom. Plus, you’ll learn why sharing love might just be the most selfish (and soul-fueling) thing you can do.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- What self-parenting really means—and how to practice it
- The surprising difference between compromise and sacrifice in relationships
- Why shame, blame, and guilt are emotional dead-ends—and how to shift out of them
- How to uncover your soul’s purpose without needing all the answers
- Why embracing change is the key to midlife freedom
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
👉 Connect with Monica!
https://rethinklife.today/
https://www.spirituallyhungrypodcast.com/
https://www.facebook.com/monicaberg74
https://www.instagram.com/monicarberg74
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Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Tuesday Apr 08, 2025
Welcome back to The Midlife Makeover Show! Today, we’re diving into a topic that is so important yet often overlooked—money. And not just money, but smart money—specifically, how to create passive income and build lasting wealth without burning yourself out.
Our guest, Tanisha Souza, is a wealth and passive income coach, author, and former attorney who walked away from her high-powered legal career after discovering the secret to true financial freedom. Tanisha went from driving a beat-up car with no gas gauge to owning a million-dollar strip mall—all thanks to her patented system called the Income Snowball. In this episode, she breaks down exactly how it works, how you can start, and why it’s never too late to create the life and lifestyle you deserve.
If you’re dreaming of financial independence, escaping the 9-to-5 grind, or just feeling more confident about your money decisions in midlife, this one’s for you!
💡 What You’ll Learn:
- What passive income really is (and what it’s not)
- Why paying off debt alone won’t set you free
- How Tanisha’s Income Snowball system works—and why it’s patented
- The difference between fast-burning and slow-burning investment strategies
- Why it’s not too late to start building wealth at any age—even 70!
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
👉 Connect with Tanisha!
https://www.tardus.com/coaching
https://www.tardus.com/creatingyourincomesnowball
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Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
Tuesday Apr 01, 2025
In this peaceful and playful episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy Valentine welcomes the radiant Jesse Bennett—children’s book author, certified yoga and Pilates teacher, and in-house wellness expert for Good Day Sacramento. With over 20 years of experience, Jesse has a heart for helping kids and parents discover the magic of mindfulness, movement, and emotional wellness. She’s on a mission to make yoga and breath work approachable for families while encouraging us all to slow down, savor the moment, and bloom into our best selves.
Wendy and Jesse chat about everything from calming nighttime routines and breath work to building confidence in kids and setting boundaries as a busy mom. You’ll hear Jesse’s inspiring journey into yoga, the sweet story behind her first book The Yoga House, and how she’s helping her own children (and others!) regulate emotions, practice self-love, and navigate life with grace. Whether you’re a parent, teacher, or just someone looking for more presence and peace in your life, this episode is a beautiful breath of fresh air.
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
👉 Connect with Jesse
https://www.instagram.com/jesse.bennett_/
https://www.jessebennett.co
https://www.amazon.com/Ripple-Jesse-Bennett/dp/1665730218
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Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
Tuesday Mar 25, 2025
In this calming and inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes Kelly Smith—global meditation teacher, author, and host of the popular podcasts Mindful in Minutesand Meditation Mama. Kelly shares how meditation can rewire your brain, reduce stress hormones, improve memory and emotional balance, and help you feel more grounded in today’s busy world.
Together, Wendy and Kelly bust common meditation myths (like needing to sit in silence for hours), explore what meditation really is (hint: it’s not about turning your brain off), and dive into the science behind how it literally changes your brain. They also discuss mindfulness versus meditation, tips for beginners, and why even 8 minutes a day can transform your life. Whether you’re a busy mom, a burned-out professional, or just someone craving a bit more peace, this episode is your invitation to slow down, breathe, and reconnect with yourself.
What You’ll Learn:
- The difference between mindfulness and meditation—and why both matter
- How meditation rewires your brain through the power of neuroplasticity
- Why meditation is for everyone (even if you’re an extrovert or have ADHD!)
- Simple tips for starting a sustainable meditation practice
- How guided meditations and intentional check-ins can change your life
🎧 Tune in now at https://themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
👉 Connect with Kelly!
https://www.yogaforyouonline.com/
https://www.instagram.com/yogaforyouonline/?hl=en
https://yogaforyouonlinepages.kit.com/nervoussystemreset
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Friday Mar 21, 2025
Friday Mar 21, 2025
In this heartfelt and deeply inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, host Wendy Valentine welcomes the legendary Kristine Carlson, co-author of the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff series, which has sold over 25 million copies worldwide. Together, they explore how to navigate life’s biggest challenges with grace, mindfulness, and resilience—especially during midlife transitions. Kristine opens up about the sudden loss of her husband, Dr. Richard Carlson, and how she moved through grief to discover deeper purpose, peace, and joy.
You’ll also hear about her newest book, Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff Every Day, which offers daily inspiration to help you shift your mindset, calm your inner chaos, and live intentionally. From spiritual insights to simple daily habits, this episode is packed with gentle wisdom for anyone who’s ready to stop sweating the small stuff and start embracing the beauty of the present moment.
👉 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
- How to live mindfully and stop reacting to life
- Why grief can be a powerful teacher and a path to purpose
- The surprising story behind the Don’t Sweat the Small Stuff legacy
- Simple ways to calm your mind and reclaim your joy
- How daily intention and small shifts lead to big transformation
👉 Connect with Kristine
🏷️ Special Discount for my listeners! Use code THANKYOU40 at checkout on dontsweat.com for 40% all Don't Sweat products – good for one time use.
Instagram: @dontsweat_small stuff and @kristine_carlson
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/KristineTeriCarlson and https://www.facebook.com/dontsweatsmall
📚 Ready to write your book? Join The Book Incubator, a 10-week live program led by NYT bestselling author Kristine Carlson and top editor Debra Evans! Get expert guidance from idea to publication. The next session runs April 2 - June 4, 2025—don’t miss your chance! Learn more at https://tinyurl.com/bookdoulas
✨ Favorite Quotes:
“You can’t prepare for loss, but how you live every day shapes how you return to joy.” – Kristine Carlson
“Grief is like a house cleaner for all the tears you never shed.” – Kristine Carlson
“The simplest teachings are often the most profound.” – Wendy Valentine
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Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Tuesday Mar 11, 2025
Are you feeling called to embrace change and step into the best version of yourself this year? In this inspiring episode, Wendy Valentine welcomes author, blogger, and podcaster Seline Shenoy, the creator of The Dream Catcher community. With over 5 million readers and 300,000 listeners worldwide, Seline helps people live authentically and create a life of purpose.
Her latest book, The Nomadic Soul, introduces a powerful framework for self-discovery, exploring the six core needs—three centered on freedom and three on connection—that are essential for living with purpose and joy. Together, Wendy and Seline dive deep into what it means to nurture your soul, break free from societal expectations, and cultivate meaningful connections.
If you’ve ever struggled with defining your freedom, finding your purpose, or embracing your authentic self, this episode is packed with wisdom, insight, and actionable steps to help you realign with what truly fulfills you.
What You’ll Learn:
✅ The six core needs of The Nomadic Soul—freedom and connection explained
✅ Why self-discovery is key to creating a life filled with purpose and joy
✅ How to break free from societal expectations and live authentically
✅ Practical steps for soul care beyond meditation and yoga
✅ Why midlife is the perfect time to redefine your purpose and embrace change
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
👉 Connect with Seline
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Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
Tuesday Mar 04, 2025
In this inspiring episode, Wendy Valentine sits down with award-winning author and advocate Francine Falk-Allen, a true force of resilience and reinvention. After contracting polio at the age of three, Francine defied the odds, built a successful career, and ultimately became a powerful voice for those navigating disabilities and aging with grace. She shares her journey of overcoming challenges, finding new passions, and embracing change—proving that it’s never too late to reinvent yourself.
Francine opens up about her childhood struggles, career pivots, and the profound healing power of writing. She also offers insights on adapting to life’s unexpected twists, the importance of shifting focus when facing adversity, and the beauty of resilience. Whether you’re facing midlife transitions or just need a dose of inspiration, this episode will remind you that you have the power to create the life you want—no matter what obstacles stand in your way.
👉 Tune in for a conversation that’s witty, wise, and full of life lessons on embracing change, overcoming fears, and living boldly at any age!
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How Francine overcame childhood challenges and built a fulfilling life despite her disability.
✔️ The role resilience plays in overcoming life’s setbacks.
✔️ The importance of shifting your focus and finding joy, even in difficult times.
✔️ How writing helped Francine heal and reflect on her experiences.
✔️ Practical advice for aging and adapting with grace.
✔️ Why it’s never too late to pivot, reinvent yourself, and pursue new passions.
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
👉 Connect with Francine
https://FrancineFalk-Allen.com
www.facebook.com/francinefalkallenauthor
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📖 Grab Your Copy of Women Waking Up
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🎥 Watch, Learn & Laugh on YouTube!
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Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Tuesday Feb 25, 2025
Get ready for an unfiltered, thought-provoking conversation with D. Randall Blythe, frontman of the legendary metal band Lamb of God and author of Just Beyond the Light. In this episode, we dive deep into transformation, resilience, and reinvention at midlife—from battling addiction to embracing creativity, from loss to self-discovery.
Randy opens up about his journey through sobriety, what it truly means to step into the unknown, and how music, writing, and surfing have kept him grounded. He shares wisdom from his latest book, his thoughts on connection in the digital age, and why embracing uncertainty is the key to growth.
This episode is packed with honesty, humor, and insight, so whether you’re a longtime Lamb of God fan or just someone navigating your own midlife evolution, you won’t want to miss this one.
What You’ll Learn:
✔️ How D. Randall Blythe overcame addiction and found purpose in sobriety
✔️ The power of stepping outside your comfort zone and embracing the unknown
✔️ Why human connection is more important than ever in the digital age
✔️ How creativity—writing, music, and photography—fuels personal growth
✔️ The lessons learned from loss, grief, and facing mortality head-on
✔️ Why midlife can be the most transformative chapter of your life
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
✨Read the blog: 266 🎸 Facing the Unknown: D. Randall Blythe on Life, Loss, and Sobriety at https://wendyvalentine.com/life-loss-sobriety/
👉 Connect with D. Randall Blythe
📖 Get Randy’s book: Just Beyond the Light
🎸 Follow Randy on Instagram: @drandallblythe
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Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Tuesday Feb 18, 2025
Does it feel like you and your partner are on different pages when it comes to intimacy? Whether you’re the one feeling rejected or the one struggling with desire, you’re not alone. Desire disparity is a common challenge in relationships—but it’s rarely talked about openly.
In this episode, I sit down with Tarah & E.J. Kerwin, relationship experts and founders of Relationship Renovation, to dive deep into the real reasons behind mismatched libidos and how couples can bridge the intimacy gap. They share expert advice on fostering emotional connection, navigating desire differences with compassion, and creating intimacy beyond just sex.
If you’ve ever felt frustrated, disconnected, or unsure how to address desire imbalance in your relationship, this episode is for you!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
✔️ What is desire disparity? Why couples often struggle with mismatched sex drives.
✔️ How stress, hormones, and life changes impact intimacy—and what you can do about it.
✔️ Why couples avoid talking about sex and intimacy—and how to break the silence.
✔️ Practical strategies for reigniting intimacy—without pressure or resentment.
✔️ Why sex doesn’t define a relationship and how to shift your mindset around intimacy.
Tarah & E.J. also share their personal experiences, expert insights, and a powerful approach to strengthening relationships—so couples feel more connected than ever.
🎧 Tune in now at themidlifemakeovershow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!
✨Read the blog: 265 😬 Feeling Out of Sync with Your Partner? How to Reignite Intimacy with Tarah & E.J. Kerwin at https://wendyvalentine.com/bridging-the-sex-gap/
👉 Connect with Tarah & E.J. Kerwin
Website: https://relationshiprenovation.com/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/relationship_renovation/
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