#2 Reflecting, Author Ivy Verdin Celebrates Fifty with a Children's Book, and a Book Signing

#3 What Taking a GLP-1 is Really Like

The conversation covers the experience of getting a colonoscopy, the importance of preventive healthcare, and the carefree attitude of midlife. It emphasizes the significance of regular check-ups and screenings for maintaining good health. Ivy shares her experience with weight loss, GLP-1 medication, and its impact on her health and habits. She discusses the challenges, benefits, and outcomes of using GLP-1 for weight management and overall health improvement. Takeaways * Preventive healthcare is crucial for maintaining good health, especially as we age. * The carefree attitude of midlife allows for a more relaxed approach to personal style and self-care. GLP-1 medication can help manage weight, improve blood sugar control, and reduce the risk of chronic diseases. * The decision to use GLP-1 medication should be made in consultation with a healthcare professional, considering individual health conditions and goals. Chapters * 00:00 The Colonoscopy Experience * 15:46 The Carefree Attitude of Midlife * 21:29 Weight Loss Journey and GLP-1 * 27:27 GLP-1 and Cravings * 39:28 GLP-1 and Health Benefits

#2 Reflecting, Author Ivy Verdin Celebrates Fifty with a Children's Book, and a Book Signing

The conversation explores themes of gratitude, appreciation, kindness, and the impact of reading to children. It delves into the transition into midlife, reflecting on gratitude, noticing the little things, and promoting a children's book signing event. The impact of reading to children and ways to obtain the book are also discussed. Get the book today at: https://www.junglerhymes.com [https://www.junglerhymes.com/] Takeaways * Gratitude * Appreciation Chapters * 00:00 Impact of Reading to Children

The New Life In Midlife

The conversation delves into the transition into midlife, embracing entrepreneurship at fiftyish, accepting compliments and self-confidence. Discussions around values, choices, and career shifts. Ivy Verdin and Charlene Mariano share personal insights and strategies while navigating midlife challenges and career pivots. https://nowthatwerefiftyish.com/ [https://nowthatwerefiftyish.com/] Takeaways * Transitioning into entrepreneurship at Fiftyish * Navigating midlife challenges and career pivots * Author, Ivy Verdin, junglerhymes.com [http://junglerhymes.com] Visit the Book Signing January 31, 2026 10:30AM - 12PM https://www.bowers.org/index.php/programs/family-programs/bowers-books-for-kids-storytime-in-the-galleries-ivy-verdin [https://www.bowers.org/index.php/programs/family-programs/bowers-books-for-kids-storytime-in-the-galleries-ivy-verdin] Chapters * 00:00 Transitioning into Midlife * 05:08 Navigating Career Pivots * 20:33 The Purpose of the Podcast * 31:34 Impact of Technology and Remote Work