Midlife Spotlight
If you're standing at the crossroads of what now? and what next?, looking to revive your midlife marriage, or mourning no longer fitting your favorite pants, tune into certified life coach Kate Campion and discover what you need to find joy and fulfillment in your next act.
Episodes
21 episodes
Calories, carbs, and compassion: Making peace with food in midlife
Many women have a complex relationship with food. From battling with cravings to calorie counting, this relationship can often feel tumultuous.This episode of Midlife Spotlight examines what it looks like not to be at peace with food. W...
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Episode 20
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34:48
Reconnecting in the empty nest with couple rituals
In this episode of Midlife Spotlight, Kate and Sara delve into the significant topic of reconnecting as a couple during the empty nest phase of life and suggest that rituals can play a pivotal role in fostering closeness, purpose, and meaning.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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24:42
Bigger nests: Managing family expansion in midlife
In this episode of Midlife Spotlight, Kate and Sara explore the expanding families during the midlife phase. Having connected and enjoyable interactions with your family can be a source of great pleasure. But with growing families,...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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52:17
Out with the old: Choosing again in midlife
In this episode of Midlife Spotlight, Sara and I dive deep into understanding why we often cling to things, habits, and beliefs that no longer serve us.We talk about three core psychological concepts: the "sunk cost fallacy," w...
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Episode 17
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27:54
Focus on what you do right to reach your goals faster
Many people, especially women, tend to be experts at recognizing what they’re doing wrong - but they rarely acknowledge their successes.In this podcast episode of Midlife Spotlight, we discuss the importance of focusing on what you...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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46:13
Why being positive isn't always the answer
In this podcast episode, we delve into the concept of toxic positivity, which pressures people to show only positive emotions while suppressing negative ones. We stress the importance of acknowledging genuine emotions, while emphasi...
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Episode 15
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37:56
How to make your life great with advice from your younger self
In this episode of Midlife Spotlight, we discuss how to make the most out of midlife by reflecting on advice we would give our younger selves and using that advice to make our lives better in the future. In particular we look at:con...
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Episode 14
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43:27
"I can't be happy on my own," and other single in midlife myths
Calling all the single ladies!If you’re one of the 29% of women who are aged between 50 and 64, or the 49% aged 65 plus who are single, then this one's for you!In this episode, we explore the journey of being single in midlife, discussi...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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32:49
Creating joy: Embracing your creative superpowers
Creativity lives in all of us. In this podcast episode, we highlight the importance of embracing and nurturing this innate human trait. We challenge common misconceptions around creative pursuits, debunking the notion that creativity is r...
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Episode 12
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38:12
How money can buy happiness
I'm sure you've heard the sayings, " Money can't buy happiness. ""Go for experiences not things." However, in this episode, we discuss the relationship between money and happiness, focusing on the idea that money can buy happin...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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28:56
How to love your midlife body
Weight gain. Tummies. Random hairs. The relationship with your midlife body can be complex.In this episode Sara and Kate delve into the important topic of loving and appreciating your midlife body. Loving your ...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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30:48
Using strengths to survive and thrive
Every one of us has unique strengths and these are perhaps one of our most valuable assets when it comes to navigating through life. Relying on them can create a roadmap for not only dealing with challenging situations but also thrivin...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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35:50
Are you an "invisible" woman?
“I feel invisible,” is a common complaint for midlife women. But it’s never too late to become visible in your own life.In this podcast episode, we discuss the concept of "invisible woman syndrome" that many women experience in midlife. We ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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35:42
From routine to ritual: Infusing meaning into daily life
When the familiar roles and identities fade away, especially during transitional periods like midlife or retirement, a loss of meaning in your life can result. As we search for a new sense of meaning, it’s important to realize that mea...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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25:41
Escaping overwhelm at work
Many women feel overwhelmed at work.In this podcast episode, we look at some reasons behind work overwhelm. These can include the fear of disappointing others, prioritizing other people's needs over your own, and striving for perfection. Un...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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32:03
Chill pills: Managing your midlife moods
Perimenopause often comes with a massive helping of crankiness, anger, sadness, loss of confidence, anxiety, forgetfulness, and fatigue. No wonder we can feel like we’re losing it.Acknowledging these mood swings are a normal part of horm...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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29:17
Eat up! A diet is not the solution
Midlife is a time when you may struggle with your weight. There’s new curves and lumpy bits. You eat a donut and gain 10 pounds. Your body feels like a stranger’s. So you try this diet, then that diet - but none of them work....
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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27:25
Time travel: Finding joy in revisiting childhood interests
If you have the career, the partner, the home, but still don’t feel happy - as though something’s missing in your life - you’re not alone.There’s a difference between having purpose and meaning, and feeling joy in the moment.However eve...
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Episode 3
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25:53
Age is irrelevant: Challenging the 'I'm too old' mindset
Are you one of the many midlife women telling yourself “you’re too old” to wear that dress, take that course, or start that new hobby? Did you ever consider that it’s this belief - and NOT your age - that’s stopping you doing what you want?...
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Episode 2
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27:29
What about me? Putting yourself first in midlife
If you’ve ever sacrificed not just your own wants, but also your own needs, because you’ve been told that putting yourself first is selfish, you’re in good company.But it’s important to realize that being concerned excessively or exclusi...
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Season 1
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Episode 1
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