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Get Out of Your Head Jan 27, 2020

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Welcome to another episode of Thrive in 40, a quick tip to kickstart your week in 40 seconds or less.

In this episode, Jennifer Tracy, writing coach and host of the MILF Podcast, shares her tip to get out of your head and reconnect to your body.

Something I didn’t know or learn until I was in my late 30s was how not in my body I was, just really walking around in my head and my thoughts and not in touch with the wisdom of my feminine body. And so once I did learn that through a form of movement, it changed everything, it changed the way I told my stories, it changed the way I stood in my own story, so I just wanna invite you wherever you are to put your hand on your chest where your heart is and breathe. Just feel into your body and continue that through the rest of your day because she has wisdom to share with you and she has stories to tell.

To get more from Jennifer, subscribe to the MILF Podcast or visit JenniferTracy.com. And for more inspiration from women over 40, join our free and private Forty Thrive Facebook group.

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A Lesson in Blowing Up Your Life Jan 22, 2020

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This might not only be one of my all time favorite podcast conversations… but one of my favorite conversations — period. If you’re ready to get real… raw and work through some of the pain you’ve been holding onto, THIS is the episode for you.

But don’t be fooled — it’s also filled with a whole lot of laughs and some seriously colorful language. So headphones are a must if you’re at work or around the littles. 'Cause in this episode, we #sharetheshit

Meet Licensed Marriage and Family Therapist, Melody Murray Parks. Not only does Melody work as a mental health evaluator in a Seattle ER while also running her own private practice, she’s also had an eventful career in TV, worked as an actor, hosted a children’s show and performed standup comedy. Two minutes after meeting Melody, you’ll be all “of course she did.”

Read Melody's post: A Therapist’s Journey to Radical Self Care

Plus, Melody answers questions from the Forty Thrive community:

How to deal with anxiety

How to deal with being laid off

Are women in midlife over medicated? Why?

About Melody: I am a Licensed Marriage & Family Therapist and Child Mental Health Specialist in private practice. I also work as a Mental Health Evaluator in the ER at Seattle Children's Hospital and co-facilitate Suicide Assessment and Treatment trainings for the nursing staff. I also do presentations on topics including: Suicidal Ideation, Self-Care, Adverse Childhood Experiences (ACEs), Mental Health & Social Media and Secondary Trauma.

I am a solution-focused clinician with a direct, casual, yet interactive approach. I help my clients learn positive ways to manage negative thought patterns, unwanted behavioral responses, process experiences that create fear, shame and sadness. I help my clients love and accept themselves again OR, for the very first time.

Before becoming a therapist, I spent several years working in film, television and casting as a producer and director. I was also an actor, hosted a children's show and performed standup comedy.

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Stop Beating Yourself Up! Jan 19, 2020

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Welcome to our very first episode of Thrive in 40, a quick tip to kickstart your week in 40 seconds or less.

In this episode, Psychotherapist Stacy Kaiser shares her top tip to help us boost self esteem, motivation and feel happier. We all want that, right?

I find that women have a bad habit of beating themselves up. They proverbially take the baseball bat and beat themselves up if they're not happy with themselves. And what that actually does is it lowers your self esteem, impacts your ability to be motivated, and it will ultimately impact your overall happiness. So the important thing to do is to tell yourself, okay, I don't like what I did, make the necessary changes so you don't do it again, and then focus on moving forward with your life.

To get more from Stacey visit StacyKaiser.com. And for more inspiration from women over 40, join our free and private Forty Thrive Facebook group.

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Are You Getting in Your Own Way? Jan 16, 2020

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In our first episode of 2020, Jackie's joined by guest co-host (from our own Forty Thrive community), Bonnie Frank.

Bonnie is a former teacher and college professor, turned entrepreneur, who started her online coaching and consulting business from scratch at 49.

Check out Bonnie's podcast, Business Fabulous, wherever you listen to podcasts.

In this episode:

How to make a career pivot
The importance of knowing your learning style so you can continue to be a lifelong learner
Where to find (and not find) support
How women over 40 are getting in our own way
How to monetize your own gifts and talents
How to use S.M.A.R.T. goals to achieve what you want
How to start a business without going into debt

Mentioned in this episode:

Howard Gardner on Multiple intelligences

Mindset: The New Psychology of Success by Carol Dweck

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**How to Find (Better) Love over 40** Dec 19, 2019
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If finding love is on your priority list for 2020, or ready to take your love life to the next level, then this episode is for you.

Feautured Guest:

Damona Hoffman is a dating coach and media personality who starred in A+E Networks' TV series #BlackLove and A Question of Love. Damona preciously held creative executive positions at CBS, Paramount, and NBC Universal. Now, she hosts the Dates & Mates Podcast and contributes regularly to The Washington Post, CNN/HLN, Match.com, and BET.com in addition to coaching clients.

Resources:

Damona's Profile Starter Kit

Subscribe to Dates and Mates

Day 8 of 10 Days of Giveaways

Today’s featured gift is super special to me. I know so many people personally grieving during the holidays. By the time we've our 40s, 50s and 60s, may of us have experienced significant loss.

Meet Sharing Solace, a company created out of its founder's devastating and isolating grief after losing her daughter.

Sharing Solace's mission is simple. "We're here to provide support to you as you travel your unique grief journey. We help you to honor your grief, acknowledge that your grief is a process of healing, and allow yourself to become stronger, happier person because of your life experiences."

**Featured Gift:**

Circle of life pendant with “every moment is worthwhile” token.

What’s so special about this gift is that it’s meant to be given to someone who may be grieving from a death or loss. They register the token online to join the sharing solace community, and wear the jewelry close to their heart. When they’re ready, they remove the token from the outer locket, releasing their heavy grief, place it into a new locket and pass the gift of strength on to someone else who may need it. I was so touched by this that I knew I had to feature such a meaningful gift in our 10 days of giveaways

**How to enter:**

Download Forty Thrive's 10 Tips to Start Thriving Today at FortyThrive.com

It's that simple!

ALL Entries open until 11:59 pm on December 21, 2019
Winners announced Monday, December 23, 2019
Gifts can only be shipped within the United States.

If you liked this episode, please share it with a friend, you know the one, she’s ready to make love a priority in 2020.

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**Stand Up for Yourself Without Being a Dick** Dec 12, 2019
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Weeeee! Today is quite a day to be a Forty Thrive podcast listener! It's the very first day of our 10 days of giveaways! Over the next 10 days we'll be featuring some incredible products and services created by women-owned and operated businesses that are sure to help you thrive!

Scroll down to see today's featured gift and then join the Forty Thrive Community to enter!

Plus, we have an awesome guest today!

Guest:

Amy Smith is a certified confidence coach, masterful speaker and personal empowerment expert. Amy serves as founder of TheJoyJunkie.com where she uses her roles as coach, writer, podcaster and speaker to move individuals to a place of radical personal empowerment and self love. Amy's highly sought after for her uncommon style of irreverence wisdom and humor.

Get Amy's EWorkbook Stand Up for Yourself without Being a Dick.

In celebration of the Forty Thrive podcast's first anniversary, today is Day #1 of Forty Thrive's 10 Days of Giveaways. Over the next 10 days in the Forty Thrive free and private Facebook group, we'll be featuring women owned and led brands, as well as a few extra treats from some special friends!

Today's featured gift!

The Sosi Leone convertible backpack is the perfect bag for modern, on-the-go, and professional women who want to carry their laptop and other daily essentials with ease and style. Its sleek design makes it easy to match with professional, casual, and active outfits, so you can wear it for multiple occasions throughout the day.

Enter to win this fabulous bag today!

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Would You Send Your Ex a Thank You Note? Nov 26, 2019

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If you're looking to feel more thankful or deepen your gratitude practice, this is the episode for you.

Did you know it's scientifically proven that expressing gratitude, especially through writing, actually rewires our brain to feel more happiness?

This is not anything new to Nancy Davis Kho, host of Midlife Mixtape podcast and author of The Thank You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time. As she approached a milestone birthday, she decided to send thank-you letters to the many people who had influenced her, helped her, and inspired her over the years: family, friends, mentors, teachers, co-workers, even a couple of former friends and exes. Emerging research proves that actively appreciating the formative people in your life, past and present, can lead to a lasting increase in your happiness levels. The Thank-you Project offers a charming, entertaining roadmap to see, say and savor your way there.

About Nancy:

Nancy Davis Kho is a freelance writer whose work has appeared in the Washington Post, San Francisco Chronicle, US Magazine, The Rumpus, and The Toast. She's been recognized as a Voice of the Year in the Humor Category by BlogHer and was the inaugural champion of Oakland's Literary Death Match. She covers “the years between being hip and breaking one” at MidlifeMixtape.com and on the Midlife Mixtape Podcast, available on all major podcast platforms.

Get Nancy's book The Thank-You Project: Cultivating Happiness One Letter of Gratitude at a Time.

Get more from Nancy at DavisKho.com.

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What Men Over 40 Aren't Telling You Nov 20, 2019

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What's a guy's biggest fear after turning 40? What does he think women are really going through? In this Forty Thrive Podcast episode with Rick Clemons, the guy behind the "no excuses, no fears, no apologies" movement and the host of the 40 Plus: Real Men. Real Talk Podcast, as well as the Life Uncloseted Podcast, we asked our own audiences over 40 (his male community and Forty Thrive's female community) the very same questions and come together to uncover some answers that may surprise you!

Join us as we discuss everything from our biggest fears to how men and women can come together and thrive at 40 and beyond!

More About Rick: Over the past 20 years he’s been helping people and organizations get real about the suffocating closets they live in and he has the distinct pleasure of lovingly kicking them in the ass to make their bold moves without apologies – personally and professionally. From leadership to creativity, sexuality to parenting, and truth telling to living by your own rules, his motto is “Bust a bold move. Live life your way!” He’s survived raising two daughters (thus the bald head), broken two world records, and once upon a time did something unbelievable at a whorehouse in Texas. Connect with Rick on Facebook Connect with Rick on Instagram
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How to Start Over Nov 14, 2019

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Starting over is nothing new for the ladies in the Forty Thrive community. New careers, new cities, new relationships and so many other big changes are taking shape. Diann Wingert is no stranger to starting over. The former therapist turned life coach recently uprooted her entire southern California life for a new adventure in Portland, Oregon. Hear what she thinks are the three things every woman over 40 must know and do before making a huge, life-altering change.

Mentioned in this episode:

Midlife Crisis or Midlife Awakening?

Change Your Mindset, Change Your Life

About Diann Wingert

After two decades of being a successful therapist, Diann changed walked away from her private practice to become a masters level certified coach, helping women over 40 ditch their excuses,discover their courage and go after their most audacious goals. Diann passionately believes that this stage of life is the most powerful, if we are willing to let go of whatever is holding us back. Diann’s powerful combo of expertise on the midlife brain and menopause, coupled with her own unique personal experience makes her the go-to resource for women 40+.

Personally, since turning 40, Diann has gotten divorced, raised her three children to adulthood, embraced Buddhism, traveled the world, gone skydiving, studied German, remarried and became a first time entrepreneur. Now in her 6th decade, Diann is looking forward to continuing to learn, evolve and defy her own limits.

To connect with Diann, visit TheDrivenWoman.com.

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