Ep. 125 Allie Hill on the Stages of the Empty Nest, Identity Shifts & the “Now What?” Phase

Ep. 128 Chalene Johnson — Friendship, Community & Why We Need Each Other More Than Ever

Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197218/fan_mail/new] We’re bringing back one of our favorite conversations with Chalene Johnson because the message feels just as important today as when we first recorded it. In a season when many women are navigating changing friendships, evolving identities, and a desire for deeper connection, Chalene shares honest insights on the power of community, showing up for your people, and creating meaningful relationships in midlife. She also comes with her Camp be More energy to the conversation… once you listen, you’ll instantly get it.  Filled with wisdom, encouragement, and real talk, this conversation is a reminder that friendship isn’t just nice to have… it’s one of the most important parts of thriving in this season of life.  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com [Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com]   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK [https://www.instagram.com/girlcanyoutalk/] Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink [https://www.beamminerals.com/GirlTalk] use discount code GIRLTALK and get 20% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15 [https://www.paleovalley.com/?pc=pvpartners&oid=26&affid=1360]  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here [https://paleovalley.com/offers/grass-fed-beef-sticks-50-off-promo?oid=40&affid=1360]

Ep. 127 Why Midlife Feels So Much Like Being a Teenager Again

Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197218/fan_mail/new] A 16-year-old girl and a midlife woman walk into a room… and the emotional energy is surprisingly similar. One is spiraling over a text. The other is spiraling over the dishwasher. Both blame hormones. Both are wondering, Why am I like this? In this episode, we’re talking about the surprising similarities between being a teenager and navigating midlife. From shifting hormones and mood swings to identity changes, relationship rewrites, and figuring out who you are now. Because at both stages of life, you’re learning how to trust yourself, use your voice, and step into what’s next. 💜 Less people-pleasing. More boundaries. 💜 Less shrinking. More self-trust. 💜 Less worrying about fitting in. More confidence in who you are. Different decades. Same fire!!!!!  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com [Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com]   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK [https://www.instagram.com/girlcanyoutalk/] Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink [https://www.beamminerals.com/GirlTalk] use discount code GIRLTALK and get 20% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15 [https://www.paleovalley.com/?pc=pvpartners&oid=26&affid=1360]  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here [https://paleovalley.com/offers/grass-fed-beef-sticks-50-off-promo?oid=40&affid=1360]

Ep. 126 Emer Delaney on Midlife Weight Gain, Macros & Why Your Body Feels Different

Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197218/fan_mail/new] Is your body suddenly responding differently to food… even though you feel like you’re eating healthier than ever? In this episode, we sit down with registered dietitian Emer Delaney to talk about why so many women in perimenopause and menopause feel bloated, exhausted, frustrated with weight gain, and confused about why the things that used to work no longer do. We get into hormones, metabolism, protein, macros, cravings, gut health, stress, sleep, and the realistic nutrition shifts that can actually make a difference in midlife. If you’ve ever wondered…  “Should I be eating less?”  “Why am I craving sugar all the time?”  “Why is weight gain happening around my middle?”  “Why do I feel so off lately?”  …this conversation is for you. Plus, she shares simple habits women can start implementing right away, along with the biggest mistakes many women make when trying to lose weight in this stage of life. Emer is also offering our listeners a free guide called Kick Start Weight Loss and Feel Amazing Again: https://online.myprivatediet.com/protein-guide-sign-up-page [https://online.myprivatediet.com/protein-guide-sign-up-page]  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com [Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com]   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK [https://www.instagram.com/girlcanyoutalk/] Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink [https://www.beamminerals.com/GirlTalk] use discount code GIRLTALK and get 20% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15 [https://www.paleovalley.com/?pc=pvpartners&oid=26&affid=1360]  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here [https://paleovalley.com/offers/grass-fed-beef-sticks-50-off-promo?oid=40&affid=1360]

Ep. 125 Allie Hill on the Stages of the Empty Nest, Identity Shifts & the “Now What?” Phase

Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197218/fan_mail/new] Is it possible to feel proud… and a little lost at the same time? In this episode, we sit down with midlife and empty nest life coach Allie Hill to talk about the emotional side of motherhood transitions that no one really prepares you for. From the identity shifts and the quiet house, to the grief, freedom, and “now what?” moments that can come when your kids start leaving, this conversation is for every woman who feels like a part of her life is changing… and isn’t quite sure who she is on the other side of it yet. We talk about preparing for the empty nest before it happens, what moms wish they knew sooner, why this stage can feel so emotional, and how to begin reconnecting with yourself again in midlife. Plus, Allie shares her 4R framework and the tools women need to navigate this stage. If you’re in the thick of this season, heading toward it, or quietly wondering why this transition feels bigger than you expected… this episode will make you feel less alone. Allie is offering our listeners a free guide called The Gentle Reset. Get it here: https://bit.ly/4wau7Iq [https://bit.ly/4wau7Iq]  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com [Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com]   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK [https://www.instagram.com/girlcanyoutalk/] Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink [https://www.beamminerals.com/GirlTalk] use discount code GIRLTALK and get 20% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15 [https://www.paleovalley.com/?pc=pvpartners&oid=26&affid=1360]  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here [https://paleovalley.com/offers/grass-fed-beef-sticks-50-off-promo?oid=40&affid=1360]

Ep. 124 Empty Nest vs. Not Quite There Yet: What We’ve Learned (and Didn’t Expect)

Click here to send us a quick message!! We want to hear from YOU! [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2197218/fan_mail/new] Every stage of motherhood asks us to let go a little more… and no one really talks about how emotional that can feel. In this episode, we unpack the reality of the empty nest, the “not quite there yet” phase, and the identity shifts that happen long before your kids are fully gone. From the emotional buildup that starts in the school years, to the strange limbo of raising technically grown kids who still very much impact your daily life, we talk honestly about the grief, uncertainty, silence, freedom, and “now what?” moments so many moms quietly experience. Ana opens up about her transition after 20+ years as a stay-at-home mom, while Christy shares what it feels like to want to move forward in life… while still feeling emotionally tied to what comes next for her kids. This conversation is about motherhood, identity, letting go, and learning how to reconnect with yourself again in the middle of all the change. Because maybe this season isn’t just about losing a role… Maybe it’s about rediscovering who you are beyond it.  Comments or suggestions for topics?  Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com [Chat@girlcanyoutalk.com]   Follow us on Instagram: GIRLCANYOUTALK [https://www.instagram.com/girlcanyoutalk/] Links to our favorite things Beam Minerals : BeamMineralsLink [https://www.beamminerals.com/GirlTalk] use discount code GIRLTALK and get 20% off Paleovalley: to shop the entire store us this link for 15% off anything else you desire from Paleo Valley with this link PaleoValley15 [https://www.paleovalley.com/?pc=pvpartners&oid=26&affid=1360]  Beef sticks: get 50% off with our link here [https://paleovalley.com/offers/grass-fed-beef-sticks-50-off-promo?oid=40&affid=1360]