Midlife Matters

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How to Survive a Pandemic | 77 Apr 15, 2020

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Today we're discussing self care, or really self survival, during a pandemic. Our routines have been upended, and we're all being asked to do new things under stressful conditions. How do we take care of ourselves while also taking care of our families during this crisis? We're joined by Jeana Floyd to talk about her ideas and we also want to hear yours!

Let us know what you're doing for self care during this quarantine period. Leave a voicemail at 209-MIDLIFE, or 209-643-5433. We'll share your ideas on a future episode!

Where to find Jeana Floyd: Instagram, Facebook

I'm a fan recommendations

Dr. Teal's Coconut Epsom Salt

Sacred Rest by Dr. Saundra Dalton-Smith

Vuori Performance Joggers

HoMedics Sound Machine

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How to Make Social Distancing More Fun | 76 Apr 08, 2020

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It looks like we'll be continuing social distancing guidelines and sheltering at home throughout the month of April. Today we've got lots of ideas for how to make our time in quarantine more fun, interesting and productive. Listen to learn what we're doing and what we want to try! Also, follow us on Instagram to share your quarantine ideas with the Midlife Matters community. We all need them!

Links in this episode

The Invisible Guest on Netflix

The Favorite Daughter

Sourdough pizza dough

The Chosen

Oscars 2020

Ticket to Ride - London

Canasta app

Joy Tunes

I'm a fan recommendations

Mindy's Bertolli sauce

Julie's Trader Joe's pork carnitas - no link available, but it's found in a small shrink wrapped package in the refrigerated meat section

Marie's Xyzal allergy medicine

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Happiness, Family, and the Coronavirus (COVID-19) | 75 Apr 01, 2020

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It's time to talk about happiness and family! Lots of people are spending a lot more time with their families than they're used to, and other people are separated from their families by shelter in place orders. Whatever your situation, we've got some insight to share around the ways all of us can create a happier family life!

I'm a fan recommendations

Julie's Netflix show

Marie's lemon drink enhancer

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Coping with the Coronavirus (COVID-19) | 74 Mar 25, 2020

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Today we're talking about all anyone is talking about...COVID-19 or the coronavirus. How are we doing social distancing? How has the quarantine affected our daily lives? What can we do to create a sense of community while we're having to be so isolated? Join us as we discuss all this and more!

I'm a fan recommendations

Julie's photo book

Marie's podcast

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Listener Questions | 73 Mar 18, 2020

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Today we're answering listener questions! We put a call out on Instagram and you did not let us down. From beauty tips to college prep, spouses that travel to caring for aging parents, there's something for everyone. Join us as we talk about all this and more!

I'm a fan recommendations

Mindy's facial spray

Julie's knife

Marie's book

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When I Was a Kid | 72 Mar 11, 2020

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Today we're going back in time and talking about when we were kids! What's different about life then and life now? What would our kids say if they were transported back to 1980? How did we survive home perms and party lines? Get ready for lots of laughs as we walk down memory lane together!

I'm a fan recommendations:

Julie's lassi recipe

Mindy's workout pants

Marie's electric throw blanket

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*This episode contains affiliate links which help support Midlife Matters at no cost to you. Thank you!

Happiness and Body | 71 Mar 04, 2020

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It's time to talk about happiness and body! We can improve our relationships by paying attention to the ways people interact with us. Sounds easy enough, right?! Noticing sights, sounds, and even smells makes us more aware of our surroundings and reminds us to experience the experience. Let's get out of our heads and notice the ways our physical body can increase happiness!

I"m a fan recommendations

Julie's bamboo box

Mindy's body lotion

Marie's new side dish

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*This episode contains affiliate links which help support Midlife Matters at no cost to you. Thank you!

Embracing the Empty Nest | 70 Feb 26, 2020

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This week we're talking about embracing the empty nest. Most of the time this stage is associated with fear or sadness, but today we've got a story that will fill you with hope. Whether it's a new home, new career, new adventure or even a new pet, entering the empty nest is a time for a new set of dreams!

Links mentioned in the episode:

Preston Taylor Ministries

Spring Break in the Marketplace

Links to our I'm a fan products:

Lisa's bucket hat

Julie's brush

Marie's game

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Social Media Influencing with Alley Leto | 69 Feb 19, 2020

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Today we're exploring the world of social media influencing. We've all bought things based on the recommendations of friends and now many of us buy things based on the recommendations of people we follow on Instagram or Facebook. We're talking with Alley Leto about how to get into this field and what goes on behind the scenes of the perfect photo!

Where to find Alley:

Instagram: Life of Alley

Facebook: Life of Alley

Website: lifeofalley.com

I'm a fan recommendations:

Alley's under eye stick

Mindy's facial scrub

Julie's make up

Marie's mug

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*This episode contains affiliate links which help support Midlife Matters at no cost to you. Thank you!

Love in the Middle Years | 68 Feb 12, 2020

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Today we're talking about love in the middle years! From the most romantic songs and movies to fun date night ideas, we've got Valentine's Day covered. We'll also share how to identify your love language and the ways this has impacted our own marriages through the years!

Links mentioned in this episode:

The Five Love Languages

Five Love Languages Quiz

I'm a fan recommendations:

Downy Wrinkle Release

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