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Please note that in this episode, Kim and Dr. MIchelle discuss death and dying which could be a trigger for some people.

This week, Kim hosts Dr. Michelle Peticolas, a life transformation coach specializing in helping midlife women navigate through significant life challenges and losses.

Dr. Michelle shares her personal journey and professional insights into the importance of surrendering to emotions, engaging supportive communities, and reframing life stories to use grief as a catalyst for transformation.

She also discusses her experiences with geographical moves, emotional shutdowns, and her impactful work in hospice care.

Dr. Michelle introduces her SERVE framework for dealing with complex grief and emphasizes the importance of living fully and fulfilling one's potential.

Listeners are invited to reach out to Dr. Michelle and access her complex grief checklist for further support.

00:00 Embracing Grief: Understanding Emotional Release

00:35 Welcome to Midlife with Courage

00:54 Meet Dr. Michelle Peticolas

02:18 A Journey of Courage and Transformation

04:13 The Turning Points of Life

11:10 The Impact of Childhood and Parental Influence

17:13 Lessons from Hospice and End-of-Life Experiences

24:01 The SERVE Method for Grief

30:16 Final Thoughts and Resources

You can get Dr. Michelle's grief checklist by typing the following into your search bar: http://complexgriefchecklist.com/

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In this episode of the Midlife with Courage Podcast, Kim interviews Lisa Cheek, a former film editor turned writer.

Lisa shares her journey of transitioning from editing TV commercials to writing her first book, 'Sit, Cinderella, Sit,' which chronicles her four-month adventure in China.

Despite facing age discrimination in her career, Lisa found courage and happiness in new opportunities. She discusses the challenges and rewarding experiences of filming in a foreign language, her passion for storytelling, and the importance of living in the moment.

Lisa also reflects on the wisdom that comes with age and the invaluable lessons she learned about kindness, resilience, and savoring life's adventures.

00:00 Introduction: Embracing Age and Happiness

00:35 Welcome to Midlife with Courage Podcast

00:54 Meet Lisa Cheek: From Film Editor to Author

01:30 Lisa's Courageous Journey: Getting Married

02:11 Lisa's First Book: Sit, Cinderella, Sit

02:49 Career as a Film Editor

05:04 Aging Out of the Industry

08:43 Adventure in China: Editing a Mandarin Film

12:56 Finding Cinderella: A Heartwarming Rescue

14:15 Unexpected Puppy Arrival

15:29 The Decision to Write a Book

16:50 Childhood Memories and Cinderella

18:24 The Writing Process and Publishing Journey

20:20 Anticipation and Enjoying the Moment

22:20 The Adventure of Connecting with Readers

25:13 Final Thoughts and Advice

To learn more about Lisa and find a link to her book, please go to her website: www.lisacheek.com.

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In this inspiring episode of the Midlife with Courage podcast, host Kim speaks with Lynn Golodner, a Detroit-based writer and marketing professional. Lynn shares her journey from journalism to writing novels and discusses her pivot to fiction writing in midlife.

She opens up about a significant personal challenge—leaving her first marriage and starting a new chapter with her children during an economic recession. Lynn also delves into her Jewish identity and the importance of nature in her work.

This episode offers insights into the writing process, the importance of community, and the courage it takes to embrace new passions at any stage of life.

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage

00:29 Meet Lynn Golodner: A Journey in Writing

02:01 A Leap of Courage: Leaving a Marriage

03:19 The Art of Writing: Passion and Process

05:23 Ambitious Goals: Publishing a Book a Year

11:06 Midlife Romance and Second Chances

13:14 Embracing Jewish Identity

19:51 Connecting with Nature

22:14 Encouraging Aspiring Writers

27:23 Upcoming Projects and Final Thoughts

If you want to explore your own writing journey, Lynne can help. Go to her website https://lynnegolodner.com/ for workshops, "writealongs" and so much more. You can also find links to her books there too.

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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.

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