Can you still be a mother, and still find yourself again? With author Comisa Somerset #37

Can you still be a mother, and still find yourself again? With author Comisa Somerset #37

What happens to your identity when your children leave home, and how do you find yourself again while still being a mother? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by author Cosima Somerset [https://www.cosimasomerset.co.uk] to explore motherhood in midlife, the emotional shift of the empty nest years, identity changes, and what happens when a role that has shaped so much of your life begins to evolve. Cosima shares her deeply personal story of navigating this new chapter after her children left home, and how meeting Father Joe - the Catholic priest and yoga teacher at the centre of her debut book The Catching Force [https://oarfish-aardvark-ra93.squarespace.com/#thecatchingforce] - changed the way she viewed herself, healing, pain and the future ahead. We talk about the idea of being “Still a Mother, Still Me” — why motherhood doesn’t end when children leave home, but changes shape — and how this stage of life can become an opportunity to reconnect with yourself and build a life that still feels meaningful. We explore: * The emotional reality of the empty nest years * How motherhood changes when children leave home * Identity, purpose and finding yourself again in midlife * Why a new chapter doesn’t mean losing who you are * Cosima’s journey with Father Joe, yoga and healing * How travel, spirituality and new experiences shaped her life after motherhood * Building a full and meaningful life in your 50s and beyond This episode is about understanding that motherhood can evolve — and that you can continue to grow, change and rediscover yourself without leaving that part of you behind. 🎧 Follow this link [https://linktr.ee/midlifeanswers] to explore more episodes of Midlife Answers wherever you get your podcasts. You might also enjoy: ✨ Feeling Lost in Midlife: Why You Don’t Feel Like Yourself & How to Find Your Way Again #29 ✨ Why Do I Suddenly Feel Unsure of Myself? Rebuilding Confidence in Midlife #30 ✨ RISE is my midlife coaching programme helping women rebuild confidence, reconnect with themselves, and navigate midlife with more clarity and self-belief. Discover more at midlifeanswers.com [https://www.midlifeanswers.com] ☕ If you enjoy Midlife Answers and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee (or green tea!) via this link [http://buymeacoffee.com/midlifeanswers]. Your support helps cover the behind-the-scenes costs of creating these conversations and allows me to keep bringing expert answers to the questions women are asking in midlife. Have a midlife question you’d love covered in a future episode? Send it via this link or DM me on Instagram @midlifeanswers [https://www.instagram.com/midlifeanswers/]. If anything discussed in this episode brings up difficult feelings for you, please consider speaking with your GP, a healthcare professional, or a qualified therapist who can offer personalised support.

What’s Next for Me in Midlife? | Reinvention, Purpose & the Matriarch Phase with Katie Brindle #36

Why do so many women reach a point in midlife where they start asking… what’s next for me? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by Chinese Medicine practitioner, best-selling author and podcaster Katie Brindle [https://www.katiebrindle.com] to explore reinvention in midlife, identity shifts, purpose, confidence, menopause, and why this stage of life can actually become one of the most powerful transitions a woman experiences. We explore: * Why so many women experience a “what now?” moment in midlife * The “matriarch” phase and stepping into a new kind of power * Reinvention, identity shifts and purpose after 40 * Why midlife can feel overwhelming and emotionally complex * The Chinese Medicine concept of the “second spring” * How small shifts can create meaningful change over time * The importance of community, support and shared experiences * Gratitude, mindset and simple ways to feel more grounded and positive This episode is about understanding that midlife isn’t the end of something — it can also be the beginning of a completely new chapter. You can also explore more from Katie Brindle on her podcast Own Your Health [https://www.katiebrindle.com/own-your-health-pod] and in her book Yang Sheng [https://hayoumethod.com/products/yang-sheng-the-art-of-chinese-self-healing-book?srsltid=AfmBOoouZqyNPyL624MH5_lmyoFSkyr4aqks_HAPaF8ZpzN9zGgXvR_j]. 🎧 Listen and follow this link [https://linktr.ee/midlifeanswers] to discover more episodes of Midlife Answers. You might also enjoy: * Confidence & Reinvention in Midlife with Holly Ziff #30 * Strength Training & Fitness in Midlife with Sue Parkyn #32 * Cognition, Brain Fog & Mental Clarity in Midlife with Natasha Banks #33 ✨ RISE is my midlife coaching programme helping women rebuild confidence, reconnect with themselves, and navigate midlife with more clarity and self-belief. Discover more at midlifeanswers.com [http://midlifeanswers.com] Have a midlife question you’d love covered in a future episode? Send it via this link or DM me on Instagram @midlifeanswers [https://www.instagram.com/midlifeanswers/]. If anything discussed in this episode brings up difficult feelings for you, please consider speaking with your GP, a healthcare professional, or a qualified therapist who can offer personalised support.

Why Am I So Angry in Midlife? Choosing Joy Over “Why Me?” #35

Why does anger show up so strongly in midlife — especially after life-changing experiences like illness, divorce, burnout or loss — and why do so many women find themselves stuck in “why me?” thinking? In this episode of Midlife Answers, I’m joined by Marina Efraimoglou, entrepreneur and founder of the award-winning Euphoria Retreat [https://www.euphoriaretreat.com] in Greece, to explore anger, acceptance, and what it really takes to move from victimhood into a more conscious, intentional way of living after trauma and disruption. After surviving a cancer diagnosis with just a 20–25% chance of survival, Marina completely redefined her life — stepping away from a successful career in banking and business to create one of Europe’s leading holistic wellness retreats, blending ancient Greek and Chinese therapies with modern science, nutrition and emotional healing. We talk about: * Why anger often appears after major life transitions and emotional shock * The difference between feeling anger and being defined by it * Moving from “why me?” into acceptance and responsibility * How midlife can amplify misalignment in our lives and choices * Why anger isn’t always negative — and how it can become a catalyst for growth * The impact of societal conditioning on how women experience and express anger * What it really means to step into emotional maturity and self-leadership in midlife This conversation is about understanding anger differently — not as something to suppress or judge, but as something that can guide us towards change, clarity and a more aligned way of living. 🎧 Listen now — and follow this link [https://linktr.ee/midlifeanswers] to explore more episodes of Midlife Answers. You might also enjoy: * Resentment in Midlife Relationships: How to Talk to Your Partner Without Blame #26 * Feeling Lost in Midlife: Why You Don’t Feel Like Yourself & How to Find Your Way Again #29 * Life After Divorce: How Do I Rebuild My Life in Midlife? Emotional & Practical Steps #27 ✨ RISE is my midlife coaching programme helping women rebuild confidence, reconnect with themselves, and navigate midlife with more clarity and self-belief. Discover more at midlifeanswers.com [http://midlifeanswers.com] ☕ If you enjoy Midlife Answers and would like to support the podcast, you can buy me a coffee (or green tea!) via this link [https://studio.buymeacoffee.com/dashboard]. Your support helps cover the behind-the-scenes costs of creating these conversations and allows me to keep bringing expert answers to the questions women are asking in midlife. Have a midlife question you’d love covered in a future episode? Send it via this link or DM me on Instagram @midlifeanswers [https://www.instagram.com/midlifeanswers/]. If anything discussed in this episode brings up difficult feelings for you, please consider speaking with your GP, a healthcare professional, or a qualified therapist who can offer personalised support.

Does Face Yoga Actually Work for Sagging Skin in Midlife? #34

Why does our face suddenly seem to change in midlife — with more sagging around the jawline, cheeks and eyes — even when our skincare routine hasn’t really changed? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by face fitness expert Philippa Mitchell, founder of Luminous Face Yoga [https://www.luminousfaceyoga.com], to explore face yoga in midlife, facial ageing, collagen loss, muscle tone, stress, posture, and the everyday habits that quietly affect how our skin looks and feels over time. We also talk about the pressure many women feel around ageing, unrealistic beauty expectations, and what it really means to age naturally whilst still wanting to look and feel our best. We explore: ~ Why skin changes in our 40s and 50s ~ Collagen loss, muscle tone and facial ageing ~ Stress, tension and how they affect the face ~ What face yoga actually is — and how it works ~ Whether facial muscles can really be trained ~ The most common face yoga mistakes people make ~ Lifestyle habits that support healthier skin ageing ~ A simple face yoga exercise to start trying today This episode is about understanding what’s happening beneath the surface — and exploring realistic, supportive ways to care for yourself in midlife, without pressure or judgement. 🎧 Listen now — and follow this link [https://linktr.ee/midlifeanswers] to explore more episodes of Midlife Answers. You might also enjoy: Cognition in Midlife with Natasha Banks #33Strength Training & Fitness in Midlife with Sue #32 Stop Caring What Other Think with Tara Lynn #31 ✨ RISE is my midlife coaching programme helping women rebuild confidence, reconnect with themselves, and navigate midlife with more clarity and self-belief. Discover more at midlifeanswers.com [http://midlifeanswers.com] Have a midlife question you’d love covered in a future episode? Send it via this link or DM me on Instagram @midlifeanswers [https://www.instagram.com/midlifeanswers/]. If anything discussed in this episode brings up difficult feelings for you, please consider speaking with your GP, a healthcare professional, or a qualified therapist who can offer personalised support.

Why Am I So Forgetful? Brain Fog, Memory & Mental Clarity in Midlife #33

Why does cognition feel harder in midlife — with more forgetfulness, brain fog, and mental fatigue — even when nothing else has changed? In this episode of our midlife podcast for women, I’m joined by wellness consultant Natasha Banks [https://www.thewellnessconsultant.co.uk]to explore cognition in midlife, brain fog, memory changes, hormones, stress, sleep, nutrition, and why so many women feel less mentally sharp during perimenopause and menopause. We also talk about the brain–body connection, why the brain uses so much energy, and the role of nutrients, strength training and lifestyle in supporting mental clarity. We explore: * Brain fog, memory changes and cognition in midlife * Why hormones affect focus, mood and mental clarity * Stress, cortisol and cognitive function * Why the brain is such an energy-demanding organ * Key nutrients for memory, focus and brain health * Creatine, strength training and cognition * Simple ways to support mental clarity day to day This episode is about understanding what’s happening in your brain — and what you can actually do to support it in midlife. 🎧 Listen now — and follow this link [https://linktr.ee/midlifeanswers] to explore more episodes of Midlife Answers. You might also enjoy: Confidence in Midlife with Holly #30 Strength Training & Fitness in Midlife with Sue #32 ✨ RISE is my midlife coaching programme helping women rebuild confidence, reconnect with themselves, and navigate midlife with more clarity and self-belief. Discover more at midlifeanswers.com [http://midlifeanswers.com] Have a midlife question you’d love covered in a future episode? Send it via this link or DM me on Instagram @midlifeanswers [https://www.instagram.com/midlifeanswers/]. If anything discussed in this episode brings up difficult feelings for you, please consider speaking with your GP, a healthcare professional, or a qualified therapist who can offer personalised support. Interested in trying Creatine for yourself? For 20% off Creatine Monohydrate - shop here [https://w-wellness.co.uk/products/meteron-labs-liposomal-creatine-monohydrate?_pos=1&_psq=creatine+mono&_ss=e&_v=1.0] and use code W-TWC20 at checkout.