Figuring it out at 40: Life beyond the timeline
Gemma JacksonFiguring It Out at 40 is for anyone who’s ever looked around and thought, “Hang on - wasn’t life meant to look different by now?”I’m Gem - 41, single, no kids, never been married (not even close), and learning to carve out my own path. After leaving a job that was burning me out, I’ve since been creating a different life I never expected. I've started working online, want to move to Ibiza, solo tr... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 18 | Founded | 7 months ago |
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Those quiet moments… walking through the door, Sundays, sitting in your own head.
If you’ve ever felt behind in life and like everyone else is moving forward and you’re not — this one’s for you.
Single, over 30 or 40, and life hasn’t gone the way y... more
This week I’m sharing my 5 go-to’s when I’m feeling off - the simple things I always come back to that help me reset, clear my head and feel a bit more grounded.
If you’ve been a bit in your head lately… this one’s for you.
Thank you so much for li... more
I did everything “right”… but my life still didn’t feel right.
In this episode, I talk about that in-between space - where life looks fine on the outside, but something feels off underneath.
From the pressure of not being where I thought I’d be at ... more
In this episode, I’m talking about something that’s been on my mind a lot this week - what it actually means to be single.
Because I don’t think most people are.
Not in a relationship? Yes.
But fully single… I’m not so sure.
There’s often someone ... more
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- Love it!!!
Can’t believe we all have the same struggles. Gemma gives a great explanation how we feel when life doesn’t go the way we wanted/ how we imagined it. Keep going!!
Apple Podcasts5FayFathi
Netherlands6 months ago - Honest
Very honest and open about life’s expectations of how our paths should look and how life doesn’t always send us down that well trodden path, and that’s okay- we all lead individual life’s as people and thus podcast makes you realise that you’re not alone in the way your life is unfolding
Apple Podcasts5Pemberton M
United Kingdom7 months ago - Purely honest
Refreshing to hear an honest account of traditional expectations and how things don’t always work out the way we’ve been programmed to reach, and that’s ok, there are infinite paths. Looking forward to hear what’s next.
Apple Podcasts5T2PWUnited Kingdom7 months ago - Love it!
Loved hearing about your story Gemma, really inspirational how you have made the changes that make you happy, rather than what was “expected”. I would love to hear more about your mindset work in a future episode.
Apple Podcasts5Becc@!😀United Kingdom7 months ago - Emosh
This made me feel super emotional and connected to you Gem, definitely resonates all you have said, keep pushing and smashing it, proud of someone ive never met, fab first episode, thank you for sharing ❤️
Apple Podcasts5Lovenothate25United Kingdom7 months ago
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This show centers on redefining life paths after traditional timelines, focusing on authenticity, self-doubt, and personal growth. Episodes mix candid storytelling about burnout, entrepreneurship, solo travel, and navigating life as a woman in her 40s who questions social expectations. Listeners are likely drawn to honest reflections, practical mindset shifts, and relatable milestones like being single, pursuing flexible work, and choosing nontraditional life routes. The format often blends humor with real talk about mental health, comparison, and embracing a life that feels aligned, not clocked to society's scripts.
A standout thread is the emphasis on owning your story, distilling wisdom from imperfect journeys, and taking small, actiona... more
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