Have you ever found yourself wondering, “Where did I go?”

If you’re a midlife woman navigating life after 40 or 50 and feeling unseen, unheard, or unsure of your purpose, this episode is for you.

In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I speak directly to an experience so many women face in midlife but rarely talk about — feeling invisible. I share why this feeling isn’t personal, and it doesn’t mean you’ve lost your value. It’s contextual. Roles shift. Seasons change. And when they do, it can shake our confidence, identity, and sense of purpose.

I talk openly about how much of our worth as women becomes tied to our usefulness—our children needing us, our careers relying on us, our appearance, our productivity. When those mirrors disappear, we often begin to question who we are. That’s when midlife can feel disorienting, lonely, and confusing. But this season isn’t a crisis — it’s a midlife awakening.

Also, I explain why the real pain of invisibility doesn’t come from the world failing to see us, but from the moment we stop seeing ourselves. I unpack how self-confidence quietly turns into self-abandonment, why we start shrinking, silencing our opinions, shelving our dreams, and lowering our expectations — and how to stop doing that.

I also introduce the heart of my coaching work and the 5 Fortitudes of a BraveHearted Woman (BRAVE) — Bold Vision, Real Identity, Able Mindsets, Virtuous Self-Talk, and Excellent Habits. These principles are the foundation for midlife transformation, helping women rediscover confidence, clarity, and purpose without blowing up their lives.

If you’re in a season of midlife reinvention, facing an empty nest, questioning your next chapter, or searching for midlife confidence, I want you to know this: this is not your season to disappear. It’s your season to return — to yourself, to your values, to God’s vision for your life.

Here are the highlights:

1. Why feeling invisible in midlife is common — and what it’s really revealing
2. How identity tied to roles and usefulness erodes midlife confidence for women
3. The mindset shift required to reclaim your voice and presence
4. Why clarity of purpose creates true visibility — without performing
5. How boundaries, values, and daily practices protect your energy
6. Practical steps to begin self-discovery and personal growth in midlife

This episode is especially for women experiencing life after 50, navigating change, menopause, aging, career transitions, or wondering how to thrive in midlife with courage and clarity.

If you’re ready to go deeper, I invite you to explore my BraveHearted Transformation course, where I guide you through small, strategic shifts that lead to lasting confidence and fulfillment in midlife.

👉 Visit braveheartedwoman.com/bravehearted-transformation

Remember — this is not the end of your story. This is the beginning of your return.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Intro

1:37 – Why midlife invisibility feels so real

6:54 - How self-confidence can turn into self-abandonment

9:37 - If you want to find your purpose, this is what you need

11:49 - Tips for reclaiming your presence

18:36 - How to take action

Quotations:

“Midlife — this is...

“Just because something works for me doesn’t mean it will work for you — and that’s okay.”

In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, Diagnosed with ADHD at 53 years old — after decades of being told she “couldn’t possibly have it” — Dr. Jennifer Dall knows firsthand the confusion, self-doubt, and exhaustion that come from navigating misinformation, masking symptoms, and living as a high-achieving woman with an undiagnosed neurodivergent brain.

In this deeply validating conversation, Dr. Jennifer explores why ADHD is so often missed in women, especially those in midlife who appear successful on paper but silently struggle with everyday tasks. With over 25 years as an educator and training in ADHD coaching, yoga instruction, and grief education, she brings both professional insight and lived experience to the table.

Together, they unpack the myth that ADHD and high achievement can’t coexist, revealing how women learn to mask symptoms, overcompensate, and carry unnecessary shame. She explains why ADHD doesn’t care about your degrees, your resume, or how capable you look—and how understanding your brain can finally free you from self-blame.

This episode dives into the unique challenges of ADHD in midlife, including time blindness, chronic overwhelm, fatigue, and identity shifts after diagnosis. She also shares practical, non–one-size-fits-all strategies that help women simplify daily life, work with their brains, and make meaningful progress without perfection or pressure.

If you’ve ever thought, “Why can’t I just do the simple stuff?” or wondered if ADHD might be part of your story, this conversation offers clarity, compassion, and hope. It’s a reminder that it’s never too late to understand yourself, reclaim your confidence, and step forward with courage and purpose — your soul fully awake.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Guest Intro

1:53 - The BraveHeart Story of Dr. Jennifer Dall on ADHD diagnosis at 53

5:23 - Why ADHD is often missed in women

9:50 - How ADHD and overachievement can co-exist

13:53 - ADHD in midlife & its impact on one’s life

19:28 - Practical tips for women with ADHD

22:43 - Dr. Jennifer’s #1 tip for midlife women

Quotations:

“We don’t solve ADHD, we manage it.” — Dr. Jennifer Dall

“Breaking things into smaller steps isn’t a weakness —it’s how we succeed.” — Dr. Jennifer Dahl

“At the end of the day, I have to let myself be okay with what I did get done.” — Dr. Jennifer Dahl

“We stop shaming ourselves and start designing lives that actually fit how our brains work.” — Dr. Jennifer Dall

Resources:

🌐 Follow Dr. Jennifer on adhdholistically.com

📲 Connect with Dr. Jennifer on Instagram and Threads

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What do you do when life’s challenges begin before you can even remember them?

In this episode of The BraveHearted Woman Podcast, I am with Melony Brown — author, speaker, podcast host, and survivor — to talk about overcoming adversity through faith, mindset, and unwavering trust in God.

Melony shares her extraordinary story of suffering a stroke at age two, living for decades with unexplained neurological symptoms, and finally receiving a diagnosis of Moyamoya disease at age 45. After years of debilitating migraines, multiple mini-strokes, and invisible struggles, Melony underwent brain surgery and discovered that a portion of her brain had lacked oxygen her entire life — yet God sustained her every step of the way.

We explore the power of mindset, the importance of having a “fight verse,” and why fixing your eyes on God changes everything when fear and uncertainty threaten to overwhelm you. Melony explains how Scripture must become a reflex — not a reference — and how praise, worship, and spiritual discipline help women stand firm in the middle of trials.

This episode is filled with encouragement for Christian women facing health challenges, emotional exhaustion, or seasons where giving up feels tempting. You’ll walk away reminded that while God doesn’t promise a life without trouble, He does promise His presence, strength, and faithfulness through it all.

If you’re ready to stop shrinking back, strengthen your faith, and learn how to keep moving forward — this conversation is for you.

Timestamps:

0:00 - Guest Intro

1:52 - The BraveHeart Story of Melony Brown on childhood stroke and Moya-moya disease

9:35 - How Melony’s faith grown through challenges

12:18 - Why mindset is important when facing a challenge

15:08 - What is a fight verse?

18:28 - How to deal with fear

21:37 - What makes Melony’s books an “interactive survival guide”?

25:03 - Melony’s #1 tip for midlife women

Quotations:

“Mindset is everything — how you respond matters more than the challenge itself.” - Melony Brown

“God doesn’t promise to take the challenge away, but He promises to give us what we need.” - Melony Brown

“Fix your eyes on God. Don’t try to fix everything.” - Melony Brown

“Your circumstance may say one thing, but your stance says another.” - Dawn Damon

“Adversity can cause growth when we keep our eyes on Jesus.” - Dawn Damon

“You’re not meant to curl up and quit — you’re meant to stand.” - Dawn Damon

Resources:

🌐 Follow Melony at https://melonybrown.com

📲 Connect with Melony on:

1. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@melonybrown
2. Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/melony.brown.18
3. Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/melonybrown_overcomer

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