Midlife Matters

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Alternatives to Four Year College | 147 Sep 01, 2021

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Today we're talking about alternatives to four year college. We're joined by our friend, Lisa Valletta, whose three children all took nontraditional paths after high school. You'll be inspired and encouraged by all the different choices we discuss together!

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When the Well Runs Dry | 146 Aug 25, 2021

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Today we're talking about when we're in a funk, when we've lost interest in things that usually make us happy, or when we feel like we have nothing left to give. Join us as we share what's wearing us out and what we're trying to do about it!

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Caregiving and the Sandwich Generation | 145 Aug 18, 2021

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Today we're talking about the sandwich generation. Many women in midlife find themselves taking care of their growing children while also wanting to help with aging parents. Join us as we explore this topic with a friend who has great wisdom to offer!

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How to Send Your Child to College for Free | 144 Aug 11, 2021

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Today we're talking about earning scholarships for college. And this isn't just for the academic or sporty kids! We're joined by Janet Addison whose kids earned over $400,000 in scholarships. She's full of great advice and tips you don't want to miss!

Contact Janet: janetaddison@me.com

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Then vs. Now | 143 Aug 04, 2021

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Today we're talking about how we've changed since we started Midlife Matters. Can you believe it's been almost 150 episodes? Whether you've followed us from the beginning or you're listening for the first time, join us as we discuss who we were then vs. who we are now!

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Social Anxiety after Covid | 142 Jul 28, 2021

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Today we're talking about social anxiety after Covid. So much has changed in the past year and a lot of us are struggling to jump back into our usual social routines. Join us as we share some areas where we're doing well and some that could use improvement!

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A Model Life | 141 Jul 14, 2021

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If you lived in a model home, would you have a model life? When have you tried to achieve perfection and failed? How do we live in reality when the fantasy seems so close we can taste it? Join us as we discuss the quest for perfection and its many pitfalls!

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Social Quandaries and Modern Manners | 140 Jul 07, 2021

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Today we're giving and receiving advice! There are sticky situations in all our lives and sometimes we need help figuring out how to navigate them with wisdom and kindness. Modern Miss Manners is here to guide us through with grace and even some well timed humor!

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Buyer's Remorse | 139 Jun 30, 2021

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Today we're talking about buyer's remorse. We've all bought things we regret. Join us as we share, and even laugh, about the items we wish we would have passed on over the years!

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Rules for Life: Compare Yourself to Yourself |138 Jun 23, 2021

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Today we're talking about comparison and ways to keep our inner critic a little more quiet. Join us as we discuss the importance of comparing ourselves to who we were yesterday and not to who someone else is today!

12 Rules for Life: An Antidote to Chaos by Jordan Peterson

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