In this episode of Girlfriend's Guide to Midlife podcast, I’m sitting down with my amazing guest, Lindsay Aho—a 41-year-old single mom of two, entrepreneur, and the author of Redefining Grace.

Lindsay shares her powerful story of navigating deep personal loss after the tragic passing of her husband to PTSD and alcoholism. She opens up about the raw realities of grieving while raising young kids, rebuilding a new life from the ground up, and how her experiences shaped her into the incredibly compassionate woman she is today.

We talk about: 💔 The struggles she faced during marriage and separation 🌱 What it looked like to find the strength to move forward 👧🏼 Sharing heartbreaking news with her children—and helping them heal 🏡 Launching her short-term rental business and creating a new path for her family 📚 How writing Redefining Grace became a healing process (and a gift to others walking through grief) 💛 Finding unexpected new love—with a familiar face from her past

Lindsay’s story is a beautiful reminder that even in our hardest seasons, growth, hope, and new beginnings are possible.

If you’re in the thick of a tough chapter—or just need to hear a story of resilience and heart—you’re going to be so moved by this conversation.

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode! I’m so grateful to have you here as part of this incredible community of women navigating midlife with grace, courage, and curiosity. Remember, this season of life is full of opportunities to rediscover yourself, embrace your wisdom, and live with renewed purpose.

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with a friend or leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps more amazing women like you find the show. Here’s to thriving in midlife and beyond!

In this episode of Girlfriend’s Guide to Midlife podcast, I’m sitting down with my dear friend Andrea from Colorado Springs—someone I deeply admire for her honesty, strength, and willingness to share the real stuff most people keep quiet.

Andrea opens up about her journey through emotional trauma, relationship struggles, career transitions, and the hormonal rollercoaster that is perimenopause. She talks about what it looked like to hit a low point—and the slow, steady climb back up.

We chat about: 💛 Why self-awareness is your superpower 🩺 How to track what’s really going on with your health and hormones 🫶 The role support systems (and sometimes professional help) play in healing 🌱 What self-care looks like when you're in survival mode

Andrea reminds us that we don’t have to do midlife alone—and we definitely don’t have to pretend everything’s fine when it’s not. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed, burnt out, or just not like yourself, I hope this episode feels like a deep breath and a reminder that you're not the only one walking through it.

If you’re feeling overwhelmed or in a dark place, you’re not alone—please reach out to someone who cares. You can call or text 8-1-1 for support anytime. You are loved, and your life matters. 💛

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode! I’m so grateful to have you here as part of this incredible community of women navigating midlife with grace, courage, and curiosity. Remember, this season of life is full of opportunities to rediscover yourself, embrace your wisdom, and live with renewed purpose.

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with a friend or leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps more amazing women like you find the show. Here’s to thriving in midlife and beyond!

In this episode of Girlfriend's Guide to Midlife podcast, I’m chatting with the amazing Ashley Malik—a midlife mom from Highlands Ranch, Colorado, who has completely transformed her life (and body!) after 50.

Ashley’s story is one so many of us will relate to—feeling stuck, frustrated, and unsure where to even begin. But after years of trial, error, and research, she not only lost the weight, but created a method that’s now helped hundreds of other women do the same.

We talk about: ✨ Her “aha moment” that sparked the shift 🥗 The anti-inflammatory approach that made a massive difference 🍽️ Her component cooking method (SO genius for busy families with different food needs!) 🧠 The mindset work that truly made the weight loss stick

Ashley keeps it real about the struggles, the self-doubt, and what it really takes to feel good in your body again—especially in midlife.

This episode is packed with encouragement, practical tips, and the reminder that it’s never too late to take your health back and feel amazing in your skin.

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode! I’m so grateful to have you here as part of this incredible community of women navigating midlife with grace, courage, and curiosity. Remember, this season of life is full of opportunities to rediscover yourself, embrace your wisdom, and live with renewed purpose.

If this episode resonated with you, I’d love for you to share it with a friend or leave a rating & review—it means the world to me and helps more amazing women like you find the show. Here’s to thriving in midlife and beyond! ❤️