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say YES to yourself! | Midlife Reinvention: Real Stories, Bold Moves

Wendy Harrop
Personal Growth
Midlife Reinvention
Personal Development
Women Empowerment
Women's Empowerment
Leadership
Self-Care
Self-Improvement
Mental Health
Empowerment
Divorce
Entrepreneurship
Authenticity
Work-Life Balance
Intuition
Mindfulness
Community Building
Energy Healing
Midlife Transformation
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Say YES to Yourself! is a top midlife podcast for women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond who are reinventing their lives and navigating major life transitions.

This podcast is for you if you're asking:

1. Why do I feel lost as a woman in midlife?

2. Who am I now that my kids are grown and I have an empty nest?

3. Is it too late to reinvent myself in my 40s or 50s?

4. How do I rebuild after a divorc... more

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Laurie Maddalena
Founder and CEO of a leadership development consulting firm; certified speaking professional; contributor to leadership books
The Elevated Leader; Leadership development consulting
Episode: How to Be Ambitious and a Great Mom (Without the Guilt) | Laurie Maddalena
Randi Crawford
Certified life coach who helps parents, teens and young adults navigate transitions
Episode: The Confidence You Can't Hand Out (And How to Build It Instead) | Randi Crawford
Debbie Spence
Award-winning author, mother of five and grandmother; author of Searching for Home, The European Journey of a Frazzled Mom
Author
Episode: When Your 42-Year Marriage Ends at 65 (And You Decide Who You Want to Be) | Debbie Spence
Katie Beecher
Licensed professional counselor and medical/emotional intuitive with 35+ years of experience
Katie Beecher, Medical Intuitive
Episode: How to Listen to Your Body (A Medical Intuitive's Approach) | Katie Beecher
Dr. Aumatma Simmons
Naturopathic endocrinologist and fertility/menopause educator
Holistic Fertility Doctor / Egg Meat Sperm podcast
Episode: How to Sync Your Life to Your Cycle (Even After Menopause) | Dr. Aumatma Simmons
Dr. Allison Alford
Communication expert, author and speaker focusing on invisible labor of adult daughters
Author of Good Daughtering
Episode: The Good Daughter Trap: Caring for Aging Parents on Your Terms | Dr. Allison Alford
Leighann Shafiq
Registered nurse with pediatric ICU background; photographer and entrepreneur
Self-employed (Wedding Photography)
Episode: When You Take Inspired Action to Manifest the Life You Want | Leighann Shafiq
Marcia Martin
Pioneering force of the human potential movement, memoirist
Author of Sex, Power, and Transformation
Episode: What She Learned Running Tony Robbins' Company (And Building the Self-Help Industry) | Marcia Martin
Melissa Byron
Founder of Solo Women Traveling, a women-owned travel brand
Solo Women Traveling
Episode: When You Stop Waiting for Someone to Take You on the Trip (And Go Anyway) | Melissa Byron

Host

Wendy Harrop
Host of Say YES to Yourself Podcast

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 129 ratings
  • Say YES to this podcast

    Wendy’s curiosity and care shine in each episode. Get a cup of hot tea, a chocolate croissant, and settle in for lovely listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    463 Ki
    United Statesa month ago
  • Inspirational!

    I loved being interviewed by Wendy! She is such an inspiration and she will inspire you say yes to yourself !!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr Deb 1952
    United Statesa month ago
  • I LOVE this podcast.

    My first thought was, “I want to be friends with Wendy!” I also love the permission slip it gives women to say yes to themselves and to confidently chase ALL of their dreams!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Dr. Nicole Theron Parkes
    United States2 months ago
  • Delightful

    I love the thoughtful conversations on this podcast and how Wendy brings on guests who are so inspiring.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Coach Brandy S
    United States7 months ago
  • YES!

    I recently found this wonderful podcast and I am loving it! Thank you, Wendy!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mputzem
    United States8 months ago

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The Good Daughter Trap: Caring for Aging Parents on Your Terms | Dr. Allison Alford
Q: Where can listeners find you and the book, and what should they take away as they start this journey?
Grab Good Daughtering, share it with a loved one, and understand that changing family dynamics is gradual and starts from changing your own thinking.
The Good Daughter Trap: Caring for Aging Parents on Your Terms | Dr. Allison Alford
Q: First, how are you saying YES to yourself in this season?
I'm choosing to be a B plus daughter, redefining 'good' to a sustainable level that honors my energy while still showing care for my family.
The Authentic Self You Lost (And How to Rediscover It) | Lisa Danahy
Q: What practical practices help when energy is high or low?
A playful, physical sequence (thunder and lightning) to release energy when high, and a turtle pose to co-regulate with others when low, followed by breath and gentle movement to re-anchor.
The Authentic Self You Lost (And How to Rediscover It) | Lisa Danahy
Q: How are you saying YES to yourself in this season?
The guest describes slowing down, aligning with inner essence, and embracing rest as a core practice that supports presence and better decision-making.
How to Stop Falling Back Into Comfort (And Stay Aligned With What You Want) | Anusia Gillespie
Q: How do you decide which opportunities to pursue when building your new life plan?
I assess alignment with my inner guidance, test ideas through small experiments (like journaling or piloting a yoga experience), and choose collaborations that feel open, joyful, and in service of my long-term vision rather than vanity metrics.

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This show centers on midlife reinvention and empowerment, featuring candid conversations with women who are rebuilding careers, redefining identity, and pursuing personal joy after major life transitions. Episodes repeatedly explore themes like divorce, career pivots, motherhood and empty-nest shifts, authentic leadership, and self-worth, with a hopeful emphasis on saying yes to oneself and prioritizing well-being. Guests range from entrepreneurs and authors to coaches and wellness leaders, often sharing practical steps for creating a more aligned, purposeful life. The format tends to blend personal storytelling with actionable insights, making it a strong fit for listeners seeking motivation, community, and real-world strategies for midlif... more

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1. Laurie Maddalena
2. Randi Crawford
3. Debbie Spence
4. Katie Beecher
5. Dr. Aumatma Simmons
6. Dr. Allison Alford
7. Leighann Shafiq
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