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Creating Midlife Calm: Coping Skills for Stress & Anxiety in Family, Work & Relationships

MJ Murray Vachon LCSW
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Coping Skills for Midlife Stress and Anxiety in Family, Work & Relationships

Forget the midlife crisis—how about creating midlife calm? The anxiety and stress of this life stage can drain your energy, fuel overthinking, and make it hard to enjoy what should be the best years of your life. This podcast offers practical coping skills to help you reduce anxiety, manage stress, and rediscover a calmer... more

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Latest Episodes

Why do unmet family expectations create so much anxiety and stress in midlife?

If you’ve ever wished someone you love would be different, you’re not alone

In this episode, you’ll discover:

1.    Why unmet family expectations are often hidden wishes t... more

Why does anxiety in midlife make your mind spin even when thinking harder only increases the stress?

There is a practical and hopeful way to calm anxiety and stress that doesn’t require figuring everything out first.

In this episode, you’ll discover:... more

Why does anxiety make you search for answers when the real problem may be the intensity moving through your nervous system?

There is a powerful shift that can help anxiety and stress settle without trying to think your way out of them.

In this episo... more

Have you noticed that fighting your phone often leaves you feeling more anxious, tense, or deprived instead of calmer?

You deserve a more fulfilling way forward.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

• Why trying to restrict phone use can backfire and i... more

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Phyllis Coletta
Author of 'How to Be a Good Dog,' focusing on meditation and emotional healing.
Episode: Ep. 239 How to Stay with Meditation When Anxiety Flares—and the Coping Skills That Help You Heal (Part 2)
Beth Kavanaugh
Hospice nurse with nearly two decades of experience
Hospice Care
Episode: Ep. 206 Death Isn’t Creepy: How Reflecting on Mortality Calms Midlife Anxiety & Stress
Rebecca Hunter
Therapist specializing in high sensitivity
Take Out Therapy
Episode: Ep. 173 Why Understanding Your High Sensitivity Is Essential To Reduce Stress, Anxiety & Overwhelm In Midlife
Jay Caponegro
A very healthy 53-year-old father of four and husband, diagnosed with stage four pancreatic cancer.
Senior Director of Community Engagement at Notre Dame
Episode: Ep. 156 A Midlife Couple Shares Their Journey With Pancreatic Cancer, Stress, Anxiety, and Coping Skills
Lynn Caponegro
Nurse and supportive partner of Jay in his cancer journey.
Episode: Ep. 156 A Midlife Couple Shares Their Journey With Pancreatic Cancer, Stress, Anxiety, and Coping Skills
Dr. Connie Chacko
Expert in hormonal health and wellness for midlife women
Episode: Ep. 141 The 3 Essential Hormones You Must Balance in Midlife for Less Anxiety, Stress, Better Sleep, and a Healthier Weight
Julie Hamilton
Professional trainer with over 10 years of experience.
National Academy of Sports Medicine
Episode: Ep. 82 Stopping The Midlife Spread Your Way By Getting Off The Couch
Unnamed College Student
A college student from St. Charles, Illinois, majoring in marketing and psychology.
Episode: Ep. 79 Mental Wellness: Having Fun Building Self-Confidence & Self-Awareness with the Enneagram! (Part 1 Internal Self-Awareness)
Unknown Guest
A young man who shares insights about immigration and mental wellness.
Episode: Ep. 77 Mental Wellness: Anxiety and the Immigration Journey: Practical Coping Skills

Host

MJ Murray Vachon
Licensed clinical social worker guiding listeners through practical mental wellness strategies; host of the show focused on midlife calm and coping skills.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 46 ratings
  • Science and strategy

    I love MJ’s why behind the what. And her calming voice is a perfect preview for the calming experience during (and after episodes).

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    amybehimer
    United States5 months ago
  • A gentle return to myself.

    These episodes were like a deep breath I didn’t know I needed. MJ doesn’t just share ideas, she reminds you of truths you already know but keep forgetting. Her calm, grounded voice brought me back to the present and gave me practical ways to stay there. This is medicine for midlife.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FreeRangeThinking
    United States5 months ago
  • Outstanding

    This is a total game changer since I found this podcast for me and my family. Thankyou so much

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mpreps
    United Kingdom5 months ago
  • Calming Vibe

    MJ’s voice immediately sets the tone for each episode! Her tone and pace make it easy to listen and absorb the information. I love that she shares personal insights and reflections on her own life and explains how to incorporate it into your skill set.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EmmieB05
    United States5 months ago
  • Practical Tips for Reducing Anxiety and Stress

    MJ provides great practical strategies for dealing with stress. I could easily find myself in the subjects she brings up. And I found her solutions to be easy to implement and effective. You can tell she has a lot of experience helping people with mental wellness. Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SmithTodd
    Canada2 years ago

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Audience notes the relatable anecdotes and actionable exercises that can be used immediately.
Many appreciate the focus on nervous system regulation and self-compassion in daily life.
Listeners praise the host's calm, grounded delivery and practical, science-backed tips.
Credible guidance that feels doable and supportive for midlife transitions.

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Ep. 238 Why Meditation Feels So Hard For Anxious Midlife Minds and the Coping Skill That Makes It Possible (Part 1)
Q: How long does it take for that noisy brain to settle down a bit?
With consistent practice, people often begin to feel calmer within just a couple of weeks.
Ep. 238 Why Meditation Feels So Hard For Anxious Midlife Minds and the Coping Skill That Makes It Possible (Part 1)
Q: Why do most people quit meditation?
Many find the idea of sitting still overwhelming, and they often feel they don't fit the meditation images portrayed in media.
Ep. 207 Death as a Teacher: How Thinking About Mortality Strengthens Midlife Coping Skills for Stress & Anxiety
Q: From your perspective, how can the 45-year-old, the 58-year-old, the 71-year-old, how can they hold this inevitable fact that we will die someday?
Acknowledging the reality of death requires inner fortitude and self-care practices, as it helps people deal with their emotions and works as a foundation for acceptance.
Ep. 174 Why Sensitivity Isn’t Your Problem—It’s Your Superpower (If You Learn to Use It)
Q: What should someone do if they are just discovering they are a highly sensitive person?
They should work on understanding their emotions and their relationship with themselves, learning to be present in life.
Ep. 149 Trump’s Tariffs Spiked One Midlife Listener’s Anxiety & Stress and 3 Coping Skills Helped
Q: What were the coping skills that you tried?
Abby implemented the 7-minute and 20-minute meditations and turned off news alerts to manage her anxiety better.

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A practitioner-host guides midlife listeners through practical coping skills to reduce anxiety and manage stress across work, family, and relationships. Episodes emphasize building calm through small, real-life actions, such as mindful transitions, grounding techniques, and communication strategies, with a focus on nervous-system regulation, relational dynamics, and sustaining well-being during midlife transitions. The show leans into science-backed approaches, personal stories, and accessible exercises, often closing with an actionable Inner Challenge to apply immediately. A standout theme is reframing movement, stillness, and daily routines as tools for mental wellness rather than obligations, making the content particularly helpful for l... more

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