In this episode of Midlife Mud, Chris and Morgan dive headfirst into the messy, meaningful world of struggle—what it looks like, why we resist it, and how it can actually be a powerful catalyst for growth.

From personal stories of addiction recovery and returning to college later in life, to parenting strategies that embrace discomfort, this conversation is a deep (but approachable) look at how life’s hardest moments can shape us—for the better.

They break down the difference between passive and active struggle, explore the role of neuroplasticity in adult learning, and discuss why a little bit of stress might actually be good for us. Whether you're navigating career pivots, parenting challenges, or just feeling stuck in the mud, this episode offers tools and perspective to help you move forward—mud and all.

🔑 In This Episode:

• The surprising value of struggle in adulthood
• Chris’s story of addiction recovery and going back to college at 25
• Why letting your kids struggle is a gift
• The brain science behind learning new things in midlife
• How to reframe challenges with the mantra “Be where your feet are”

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It’s spooky season—and we’re diving face-first into the muddiest emotion of all: fear.

In this episode, Morgan and Chris explore why we intentionally scare ourselves, from childhood Bloody Mary dares to haunted houses and horror movies. But it's not just about jump scares—turns out, fear can actually be good for us.

We talk about:

• The difference between rational vs. irrational fears
• Why some fears (like garage doors or missing emails) live rent-free in our heads
• What science says about the emotional benefits of “safe danger”
• How scary experiences build resilience, mood, and connection
• Why shared fear can actually strengthen family bonds

Whether you're a thrill-seeker or a Halloween hider, this episode is a lighthearted look at how confronting fear—on purpose—might just help us live more fully in midlife.

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GLP-1 medications like Ozempic, Wegovy, and Mounjaro are everywhere right now—and for good reason. They promise significant weight loss, and yes, they often deliver. But what’s really going on behind the scenes?

In this episode of The Midlife Mud, Morgan and Chris explore how GLP-1 drugs work, why they’re making waves in the weight loss world, and what people most often overlook when considering them, especially in the context of midlife.

They cover:

• How GLP-1 medications affect blood sugar, appetite, and weight regulation
• Why midlife metabolism changes the game (hello, stress and hormone shifts)
• The pros: weight loss, lower cholesterol, improved insulin sensitivity
• The cons: muscle loss, side effects, weight regain after stopping
• What to consider before starting these medications
• Why a holistic, intentional health strategy still matters
• Plus: a story about bread that says a lot about how we’ve approached weight loss over the years 🥖

Whether you're GLP-1 curious, skeptical, or just trying to make sense of the midlife health landscape, you’ll walk away from this episode feeling more informed and better equipped to make decisions that actually fit you.

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