Old Chicks Know Sh*t Podcast

Shifting Midlife Mindset for Fat Loss & Fitness

Weight loss is probably one of the most talked about subjects when it comes to midlife and menopause. I don't think there’s anyone who has not struggled with this at some point on the midlife journey.  But like everything else at this time of life, things change. What used to work for you no longer does and it can leave you feeling frustrated and hopeless. I know, I’ve been there.  In todays episode with Amy Ledin, mindset, fitness & lifestyle coach, we talk about how menopause affects the metabolism and how we need to adjust our approach to find success. This is not about new low calorie diets and workouts it's about adjusting our mindset and strategies to work with our changing bodies instead of against them.  
 
I found this to be such an enlightening episode that made so much sense to me. Have a listen and  let me know what you think.
 
More about Amy:
 
Website: https://amyledin.com/links
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/amy_ledin/

Trusting Your Soul’s Voice

Today’s guest is Kelly Bermingham, a long-time listener of the podcast who wrote to me to let me know how much the show and my guests have impacted her midlife journey. I want to share Kelly's story with you today because she is a real-life example of how tapping into and honoring your soul's voice can lead to finding your passion and purpose. From a  career in education and an empty nest, Kelly followed her soul's calling and created a life she is passionate and excited about.
 
Tune in to hear us talk about:
Learning to trust your soul's voice 
Navigating fear and doubt
Listening to the wisdom of your body: its got so much to teach us
Why you owe it to yourself to follow your passion at this time of life
Leaving a legacy
Kelly's advice for anyone who knows they want something more for their next chapter. 
 
Click the link in the bio to listen.
 
Linktree:  linktr.ee/sumnerspagirl
Email bermingham.kelly@gmail.com
YouTube: Kelly Bermingham, L'BRI Independent Consultant - YouTube
Twitter: Kelly Bermingham (@sumnerspagirl) / Twitter
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/less_stressed_moms/
 

Taking Radical Responsibility For Your Life

This week's podcast is a lively conversation with Jen Marples, who after a 25 year career in public relations reached a crisis point and took a massive leap of faith to follow her passions. She became a life and business coach, an activist dedicated to women’s empowerment, a podcaster and self proclaimed “champion for midlife women”.  We talk about taking radical responsibility for your life and owning your choices, and giving yourself permission to fully step into your power.  We share our experiences in navigating the highs and lows of the midlife reinvention journey.  
This high energy conversation is sure to leave you feeling inspired and ready to take action on creating the life you truly desire for your next chapter.
 
More about Jen:
https://www.jenmarples.com
https://instagram.com/jenmarples?igshid=YmMyMTA2M2Y=
https://facebook.com/jennifermarples
https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenmarples

Creating Midlife Momentum

Hailey Rowe is a Certified Behavior Change Specialist and Marketing Coach & who helps women start and grow successful service businesses . She joins me on the podcast today to talk about why women in midlife often don’t acknowledge and embrace their greatness after having careers, balancing personal life and business and surviving all of life's challenges. And why as women we often don’t give ourselves permission to embrace all that we are.
 
We cover topics such as:
Imposter Syndrome: How to Get out of your own head 
The pitfalls of seeking validation from others 
Midlife winning momentum 
Freeing the persona you’ve created to feel accepted
Being your most authentic self
Continuing to dream
So much of what Hailey and I chat about is so relatable.  Both she and I talk about our own personal struggles with these topics. If you’re thinking about starting a business, or really doing anything new in your next chapter you're going to want to tune in to this episode. 
 
About Hailey Rowe:
 
Hailey Rowe is a Marketing/Sales Coach & Strategist. She helps service providers & coaches develop their no brainer offers, get more sales,
& make an impact online.  She shares her F.A.S.T. framework, marketing, and business tips in her Health Coach Nation Podcast & in the Health Coach Nation Facebook Group www.facebook.com/groups/healthcoachnation .  Hailey also offers Linkedin Lead Generation if you’re looking to expand your network &
clientele.  Since 2010, Hailey has worked in the coaching industry, as well as in Business Development & Marketing for several startups. She’s also a certified behavioral change specialist and human potential coach. Hailey’s philosophy: You can have an amazing service and impact to make, but without a strong mindset, and sales and marketing plan, your business will remain a hobby. 
 
Website: Https://www.haileyrowe.com 
Instagram: Https://www.instagram.com/hailey_rowe
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/officialhaileyrowe
Podcast:https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/health-coach-nation/id1305968926
Facebook Group: www.facebook.com/groups/healthcoachnation
Book your FREE Business Growth Audit here:
https://calendly.com/haileyrowe-coach/30min

Living in Possibilities

I loved the conversation with this week's guest Anne Zuckerman. She started her first successful online  business in her 50’s and has continued to challenge herself and grow well into her 70’s, recently launching a new podcast called “Just Wanted to Ask”.  
 
Anne shares with us her incredible life story about living with the attitude of “it’s possible”. She has proved to us all that staying open to what is possible, and challenging herself to keep learning, has been the key to her success in moving from brick and mortar to online business, and now into the world of podcasting. 
 
I love Anne’s energy and light. When she told me her age I was floored. She has definitely found the fountain of youth through following her passions and staying open to possibility. 
 
Such an inspiring conversation. It made me excited for what I'm going to be doing in my 70’s and beyond.  Anne is a true inspiration.  This episode is a must listen. I know you will be as inspired as I was. 
 
More about Anne:
 
https://justwantedtoask.com
https://beziwoman.com
https://www.beziwoman.shop/two-step-order1591558404525

The Crisis in the Midlife Awakening

In today's episode, the conversation is with speaker, fashion designer, and host of Menopause Whilst Black podcast, Karen Arthur. We chat about the menopausal journey and what we can learn from it as a necessary process to get us to our next chapter.  Her story shares a lot of similarities to my menopause journey.  In our discussion, we speak about the lessons and gifts that we are given throughout this process. Karen shares her midlife “crisis” that began with the exit from a 28-year career in education to living her dream as a fashion designer and returning to her love of dancing.  We talk about slowing down the busyness, taking up space in our lives, listening to the wisdom of our bodies, and learning to trust ourselves as we tap into the many chapters within all of us. 
 
Would love to hear your thoughts on this episode. Have you had a similar experience in your menopause journey? 
 
More about Karen: 
 
Founder and host of Menopause Whilst Black podcast, Karen provides a much-needed platform that’s dedicated to addressing the unique issues Black women face as we navigate menopause and aging. In her discussions with guests, she sheds light on the lived experiences of Black women struggling with disparities in care (and concern) for our health and well-being – from both the medical community and the communities in which we live.
 
Website: https://www.thekarenarthur.com/
Podcast: https://www.thekarenarthur.com/menopausewhilstblack
Instagram: www.instagram.com/menopausewhilstblack/
Instagram: www.instagram.thekarenarthur/

Feminine Life Energy in and Business

Today's episode is with Julie Foucht, a Feminine Marketing Expert who teaches how to market without hustle, grind, or force.  We delve into understanding feminine energy, how it evolves, and how we can use it in our personal lives and businesses.  We talk about how women have been taught to operate like men and how it's actually doing us a huge disservice.  In this intriguing conversation, Julie teaches us how learning to harness higher feminine energy in how we approach and make decisions leads us to become happier, less stressed, and more successful. 
If you’re feeling overwhelmed and burnt out trying to keep up with everything in life or business then this episode is a must-listen. 
 
More about Julie:
 
Website: https://juliefoucht.com/
Podcast: https://juliefoucht.com/podcast/
Blog: https://juliefoucht.com/blog/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachjulz

The Magnificence of Midlife

The episode today is kicking ass and shifting the menopause culture forward.  Midlife women will not be put out to pasture with all of the wisdom and experience we have acquired.  Our guest, Rachel Lankester joins us in a discussion about exploring the evolutionary reasons for and the magnificence of menopause.  We talk about claiming our positions of power as leaders in our careers and communities, showing young girls and women a new way through midlife.
 
This is an uplifting and inspiring conversation that is sure to leave you feeling excited and empowered about what’s possible for this next chapter of life.  
 
More about Rachel: 
 
Rachel Lankester is the founder of Magnificent Midlife, an online hub celebrating and empowering women 40+. She's the author of Magnificent Midlife: Transform Your Middle Years, Menopause and Beyond and host of the Magnificent Midlife podcast. After a shocking early menopause diagnosis at 41, she scratched her own itch and created what she wasn't able to find to help herself. This includes 1-1 and group mentoring, educational resources, and an online membership program to help women vibrantly transition through the sometimes messy middle of life.
 
W: magnificentmidlife.com
E: rachel@magnificentmidlife.com 
My book: Magnificent Midlife: Transform Your Middle Years, Menopause and Beyond
My podcast: Magnificent Midlife