The Olympic Mindset: How to Dream Bigger, Fear Less & Go for Gold

The Olympic Mindset: How to Dream Bigger, Fear Less & Go for Gold

In this inspiring episode of Over 50 Shades of Great, Deborah Read is joined by Michelle Cameron Coulter — Olympic gold medalist, speaker, podcast host, mom of four, and a woman whose story is filled with courage, resilience, and possibility. Michelle shares how she went from being a little girl afraid of the water to winning Olympic gold for Canada in synchronized swimming at the 1988 Olympics. But this conversation is about so much more than a medal. Michelle opens up about fear, perfectionism, body image, grief, motherhood, faith, and what it means to keep jumping into life, even when you feel scared. Together, Deborah and Michelle talk about resilience, community, letting go of being so hard on ourselves, and why our next chapter can still be filled with purpose, joy, and possibility. If you’ve ever felt stuck, afraid, or unsure of what comes next, this episode will remind you that there is always a way — and you are capable of more than you think. This is a conversation about courage, community, letting go of fear, and remembering that it’s never too late for another great chapter. Ways to Connect with Michelle: 🌐 Website https://www.michellecameroncoulter.com [https://www.michellecameroncoulter.com/] 🎤 TEDx Talk – How to Move from Perfection to Possibility https://youtu.be/w5_l3tzGRRg [https://youtu.be/w5_l3tzGRRg] 🎙️ Podcast – Inspiring Possibilities – The Courage to Jump In!! Apple Podcasts https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/inspiring-possibilities-with-michelle-cameron-coulter/id1546492973 [https://podcasts.apple.com/ca/podcast/inspiring-possibilities-with-michelle-cameron-coulter/id1546492973] YouTube Channel https://youtube.com/@michelle_cameroncoulter?si=FA4K1jSgSoF3FgXH [https://youtube.com/@michelle_cameroncoulter?si=FA4K1jSgSoF3FgXH] 💼 LinkedIn https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cameron-coulter-o-c-oly [https://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-cameron-coulter-o-c-oly] 📸 Instagram https://www.instagram.com/michellecameroncoulter [https://www.instagram.com/michellecameroncoulter] ✨ Positive Prime – Inspiring Possibilities Session https://michellecameroncoulter.com/inspiringpossibilitiessession [https://michellecameroncoulter.com/inspiringpossibilitiessession] 📘 The Courage to Jump In – Starter Guide https://michellecameroncoulter.com/thecouragetojumpin [https://michellecameroncoulter.com/thecouragetojumpin]

The Hidden Grief of Career Change (And How to Move Forward)

What happens when a career change feels like grief? In this episode of Over 50 Shades of Great, Deborah talks with career grief coach and former entertainment executive Laverne McKinnon about job loss, burnout, career transition, professional heartbreak, and reinvention after 50. Laverne explains why leaving a job, being laid off, or changing industries can feel like losing part of your identity — especially for women over 40 and 50 whose careers have been tied to purpose, confidence, success, and belonging. Deborah also shares her own experience navigating career reinvention after years in television, becoming a first-time mother after 50, and learning to sit in the unknown of what comes next. This episode is for women in midlife who are facing career change, burnout, ageism, layoffs, or a major life transition — and need a reminder that their purpose is bigger than any job title. Connect with Laverne McKinnon Career Strategist & Grief Recovery Specialist Substack: https://moonshotmentor.substack.com/ [https://moonshotmentor.substack.com/] Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavernem/ [https://www.linkedin.com/in/lavernem/] YouTube [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCWBuL2OWgglO_YHyFdJOGpg]: @moonshotmentor Instagram: @lavernemckinnon When A Career Breaks Your Heart | Laverne McKinnon | TEDxForbesParkSalon https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=8cKGfGwLcHk

The Truth About Perimenopause: Hormones, Skin & Feeling Like Yourself Again

Dr. Trevor Cates joins Deborah for an eye-opening conversation about hormones, skin, perimenopause, menopause, and the real meaning of beauty after 50. Author of Natural Beauty Reset, Dr. Cates explains why skin can be an outer reflection of what’s happening inside the body — from thyroid and hormones to sugar, inflammation, gut health, and stress. Deborah and Dr. Cates also talk about bioidentical hormones, the importance of testing, foods that support glowing skin, why omega-3s matter, and the biggest beauty mistakes women make as they age. This episode is for every woman who has been told her labs are “normal” but still doesn’t feel like herself. Free Hormonal Harmony Guide https://drtrevorcates.com/hormonal-harmony-guide/ [https://drtrevorcates.com/hormonal-harmony-guide/] Books Natural Beauty Reset https://www.amazon.com/s?k=natural+beauty+reset+trevor+cates [https://www.amazon.com/s?k=natural+beauty+reset+trevor+cates] Clean Skin From Within https://www.amazon.com/s?k=clean+skin+from+within+trevor+cates https://drtrevorcates.com/ [https://drtrevorcates.com/]

Human Design Explained: Discover Your Purpose, Personality & True Self

What if the key to transforming your life isn’t changing who you are—but remembering who you’ve always been? In this eye-opening episode of Over 50 Shades of Great, Deborah welcomes world-renowned Human Design experts Carola Eastwood and Chetan Parkyn for a conversation that challenges conventional ideas about identity, purpose, and personal growth. Together, they explore how Human Design can help you understand your unique energetic blueprint, make better decisions, improve relationships, and navigate life’s biggest transitions with greater confidence and clarity. They also discuss the five Human Design types, how this system differs from astrology, and why learning to trust your own design can be especially powerful during midlife and beyond. Deborah shares her own journey of discovering she’s an Emotional Generator, the profound impact it had on her career and relationships, and how she’s using Human Design to parent her daughter in a way that honors her individuality from day one. You’ll also hear fascinating insights on: * Living in alignment with your authentic self * Midlife reinvention and finding your purpose * Human Design and parenting * Soulmates, relationships, and emotional decision-making * Ancestral patterns, karma clearing, and generational healing * Why your greatest gift is embracing who you were born to be If you’re curious about Human Design, seeking deeper self-awareness, or navigating a new chapter after 50, this conversation will leave you inspired to trust yourself and step into your fullest potential. Because your purpose isn’t to become someone else—it’s to become more fully you. https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/ [https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/] https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/human-design-books/ [https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/human-design-books/] https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/karma-clearing-by-design/ [https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/karma-clearing-by-design/] https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/hdts/ [https://evolutionaryhumandesign.com/hdts/]

From Grief to Gratitude: Kathy Swarts from The Golden Bachelor

What happens when life completely falls apart—and you choose to build something beautiful anyway? In this episode of Over 50 Shades of Great, Deborah Read sits down with fan favorite Kathy Swarts from The Golden Bachelor and Bachelor in Paradise for a candid conversation about grief, resilience, dating after loss, aging with confidence, and embracing life’s next chapter. Kathy shares the story behind her journey to The Golden Bachelor, what she learned from stepping into the spotlight in her 70s, and why she believes life is far from over after 50. She opens up about losing her husband of 46 years to suicide, the healing process that followed, and how she transformed heartbreak into hope for herself and others. You’ll also hear Kathy’s refreshing take on dating after 50, strength training, menopause, self-confidence, women supporting women, and why gratitude has become her secret to living a joyful life. This episode is filled with wisdom, laughter, honesty, and powerful reminders that some of life’s greatest chapters begin after our hardest seasons. Topics discussed: • The Golden Bachelor • Bachelor in Paradise • Dating after 50 • Dating after widowhood • Grief and healing • Suicide loss survivor • Reinvention after 50 • Strength training for women • Aging with confidence • Mental health awareness • Finding purpose after loss Resources & Links: National Suicide Prevention Lifeline [https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org/] Connect with Kathy Swarts: Instagram [https://instagram.com/kbswarts]