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Good Life Project

Jonathan Fields / Acast
Mental Health
Anxiety
Aging
Personal Growth
Creativity
Mindfulness
Relationships
Personal Development
Burnout
Stress Management
Self-Improvement
Vulnerability
Resilience
Grief
Self-Care
Connection
Chronic Pain
Authenticity
Self-Compassion
Psychology

Good Life Project is a podcast and video series for people navigating midlife with intention. Hosted by Jonathan Fields, each episode is a deep, honest conversation about what it actually takes to build a life that feels like yours, through the reinventions, reckonings, and reclamations that define your 40s, 50s, and beyond. Grounded in science, fueled by genuine curiosity, and always in service o... more

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Recent Guests

Dr. Jessica Shepherd
Board-certified OB GYN and Generation M author
Generation M / OB GYN
Episode: The Menopause Timeline Most Women Never Learn Until Midlife | Dr. Jessica Shepherd
Dr. Tommy Wood
Neuroscientist, performance consultant, author of The Stimulated Mind
The Stimulated Mind / University context mentioned
Episode: How to Avoid Cognitive Decline & Dementia (starting in your 40s) | Dr. Tommy Wood
Rebecca Robbins
Harvard Sleep Scientist
Harvard Medical/Brigham Sleep Medicine
Episode: Sleep Doesn't Have to Get Worse With Age | Dr. Rebecca Robbins
Niobe Way
NYU developmental psychologist and author
New York University
Episode: What 10-Year-Olds Know About Mental Health That the Rest of Us Forgot | Dr. Niobe Way
Dr. Fred Cohen
Physician trained in internal medicine and headache medicine
Headache Medicine Specialist
Episode: Top Headache Doc: Migraine Is Not What You Think
Chris Guillebeau
New York Times bestselling author of Time Anxiety
Episode: Time Anxiety: Beating the Dread That You’ll Never Get Ahead | Chris Guillebeau
Leidy Klotz
Behavioral scientist, professor at University of Virginia
University of Virginia
Episode: The 3 Things Every Room You Live In Must Have to Be Okay | Leidy Klotz
Leisa Peterson
Retired 30-year financial advisor; money coach and author
Self-employed / Money coaching
Episode: How Much Money Is Enough? Your Confusing Money Questions Answered. | Leisa Peterson
Jessica Ortner
New York Times bestselling author of Rewired and co-founder of the Tapping Solution
Tapping Solution
Episode: Tapping: Surprising Science Behind Healing Claims (and how to do it) | Jessica Ortner

Host

Jonathan Fields
Host of Good Life Project

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 5.5k ratings
  • Love podcast

    Headache episode was so informative!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GMGirl19
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fascinating and relatable

    Came across a podcast from this show… very informative…. Every single podcast is something I’m interested in and relates to my life… love this show and highly recommend.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susa515
    United Statesa month ago
  • Life changing

    I am a therapist and I have shared your podcast with my clients with group members with staff with people I consult with this has been personally and professionally life-changing. Thank you so much!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Snyblny
    United States2 months ago
  • Mid-year wake up call part 2

    This is the first episode I’ve watched, and oh my goodness it was so powerful. Near the end of the episode you gave a call to action. You said to pause the episode and do the thing. So I did something I’ve been putting off for way too long — and it was DONE in 15 mins. Thank you for that nudge! Can’t wait to watch more episodes.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heather35626
    United States2 months ago
  • Suggestion

    When you discuss folks who ‘didn’t get the message about sedentary lifestyles’ until after their 40s, please bear in mind that some people actually struggled with terrible jobs and not enough resources, so it’s not always a ‘choice’ or ‘lifestyle’ Words matter.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LeneMaxwell
    United States2 months ago

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How to Avoid Cognitive Decline & Dementia (starting in your 40s) | Dr. Tommy Wood
Q: Is there a first domino or the most effective lever people should start with to protect brain health in midlife?
The guest suggests starting with a midlife health check to benchmark physical factors (blood pressure, blood sugar, lipids, nutrient status) and then focusing on sleep, breaks to reduce constant stress, and structured routines to avoid chronic multitasking; the idea is to pick one impactful change that can cascade into broader improvements.
The Menopause Timeline Most Women Never Learn Until Midlife | Dr. Jessica Shepherd
Q: Can you talk a bit about what we have wrong about menopause and what that costs us by having that myth around menopause?
There are many myths; the narrative has framed menopause as something to fear or endure, which leads to people missing important conversations. Instead, menopause should be understood as a multi-phase biological transition with broad systemic effects, and patients should be encouraged to discuss symptoms openly to guide personalized care.
Sleep Doesn't Have to Get Worse With Age | Dr. Rebecca Robbins
Q: If someone is struggling despite trying multiple strategies, what would you recommend as the next step?
Be honest about what you have tried, consider gradual adjustments, and consult a health care provider or sleep specialist if insomnia-like symptoms persist for several weeks, exploring behavioral coaching or pharmacotherapy as appropriate.
Sleep Doesn't Have to Get Worse With Age | Dr. Rebecca Robbins
Q: Talk to me about best practices there in relation to sleep, in a perfect world how would timing of exercise and meals align with chronotype?
Ideal practice is personalized: identify your chronotype, then schedule workouts and meals to fit your natural peaks, while maintaining regular bedtimes and allowing a buffer between meals and sleep to support sleep onset and circadian alignment.
Time Anxiety: Beating the Dread That You’ll Never Get Ahead | Chris Guillebeau
Q: What is one practical first step someone can take to begin easing time anxiety?
Begin by noticing how you spend your time, perhaps by keeping a simple journal, and start removing one or two calendar items to see how that impact feels; this creates space for clearer choices about what matters.

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A thoughtful, science-backed show centered on midlife reinvention, wellbeing, and meaningful living. Across episodes, conversations often blend psychology, neuroscience, health, and practical life design—exploring sleep, aging, finances, caregiving, mindfulness, and time management with researchers, clinicians, authors, and practitioners. Listeners can expect actionable takeaways, candid storytelling, and a calm, curious interview style that favors real-world applications over theory alone. Notable strengths include a strong emphasis on tangible habits, a steady stream of expert guests, and a focus on balancing vitality, connection, and contribution in daily life.

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Recent guests on Good Life Project include:

1. Dr. Jessica Shepherd
2. Dr. Tommy Wood
3. Rebecca Robbins
4. Niobe Way
5. Dr. Fred Cohen
6. Chris Guillebeau
7. Leidy Klotz
8. Leisa Peterson

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