The Midlife Mentors

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The Age Rebellion: Why Midlife Is Our Time to Rise - Interview with Lyndsey Simpson May 02, 2026

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Today on The Midlife Mentors, we’re joined by Lyndsey Simpson, serial entrepreneur, author of The Age Rebellion - and a powerful voice challenging everything we’ve been told about getting older.
Because here’s the truth - we’re living longer than ever before - decades longer, in fact - and yet so many of us are still following an outdated societal script of winding down, playing small, or waiting for 'retirement' to finally live.
Lyndsey is leading what she calls an 'age rebellion' - a movement to rewrite the rules, reclaim control and design a second half of life that’s driven by passion, purpose and possibility.
In this inspiring and uplifting conversation, we explore what it really means to take ownership of what comes next - how to break free from limiting beliefs about age…and why your most exciting, fulfilling years are most definitely still ahead of you.
So if you’re feeling as though there must be more, and want to build a life you never want to retire from - take a listen.

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Entries close at 23:59pm on Wednesday 6th May 2026. You must be aged 18+ and a resident of the UK to enter this competition.

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Picked Last: How School PE Trauma Might Still Affect Your Relationship With Exercise Apr 25, 2026

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A recent Age UK study found that nearly a third of adults still feel affected by their school PE experiences… with many put off exercise for life.
Not because they’re lazy, but because of how it made them feel.

Being picked last. Feeling judged. Not fitting in.
And what’s interesting is - those moments didn’t stay in childhood. They shaped the story you might still be telling yourself now… “I’m not sporty”, “exercise isn’t for me” or "I’m not good enough…"
So today, we’re getting into that - in a funny lighthearted way - as we share our own personal (traumatic!) experiences.
We look at where these unhelpful beliefs really come from… and how to finally rewrite them in a way that actually works for you now - so you can live midlife healthy, happy and strong.

Struggling with midlife lately? We offer 20 minute chats - for free - to unpick what's going on and help you get clarity on the next steps.

To book, just drop us an email at team@themdlifementors.com

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Stories Your Family Has Been Meaning to Tell: An Interview With Neil Taylor Apr 18, 2026

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If you're in the position where you still have a parent, or both parents, alive and well - this episode poses the question - how well do you really know them? Not just as mum or dad - but as people, with their own stories, struggles and choices.

After losing his father, our guest on today's episode - Neil Taylor, realised something most of us avoid. He'd run out of time to ask his dad the things that truly mattered. Since then, he's dedicated his life to capturing parent's stories that would potentially be lost forever through his work - Me & My Old Man

This is a beautiful (and sometimes difficult) conversation about family, legacy and healing - and why making time is truly transformative.

We also want to acknowledge that some of you listening may have already lost a parent, so understandably this episode might feel a little raw and potentially reflective. So please listen with care and self compassion.

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Separation After Infidelity: A Guide To Moving Forward With Self Compassion Apr 13, 2026

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Today we’re tackling a tricky subject - separation after infidelity…

This episode was inspired by a workshop we were asked to run for a corporate client on the subject, and despite the tough emotional angle, we were blown away by the engagement from participants, so we thought we’d share what we talked about here.

This isn’t about blame or picking apart what went wrong. It’s about recognising that when trust is broken, it doesn’t just affect the relationship - it shakes our sense of self, safety and reality.

You might be feeling everything right now… anger, confusion - perhaps even relief...or nothing at all. In this episode, we’ll try to help you make sense of what you’re feeling so you can start finding your footing again.

It’s not about having all the answers, but about being compassionate as you move along your own individual journey of healing.

We're by no means 'experts', but we have been through this ourselves - and coached many clients through their own separation challenges.

So we hope this episode helps you feel seen, heard and understood.

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Choosing More: Life Beyond Alcohol - Interview with Casey Davidson Apr 04, 2026

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In this episode we’re joined by Casey Davidson, a life and sobriety coach from Seattle and host of the Hello Someday podcast. Casey helps high-achieving women who feel stuck in the cycle of trying to moderate their drinking take a step back through a 100-day alcohol-free challenge.
We talk about the myths around moderation, why midlife can be a turning point for many women’s relationship with alcohol, the social pressures around drinking, and why you don’t have to hit rock bottom to decide you want something different.
If you’ve ever been curious about what life without alcohol might look like - or wondered why it can feel so hard to change your habits - then take a listen.

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The Overlooked Secret to Success Mar 28, 2026

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Most people think success comes from doing more. More hours, more strategy, more hustle.

But what if the real edge isn’t in your work schedule, but in your body?

Today, we’re talking about the overlooked foundation of success and why the most successful people in the world prioritise their health first.

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Raising Teens: From Conflict To Connection - Interview with Dr Suzanne Simpson Mar 14, 2026

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If you’re in midlife and raising teenagers, you’ll know it can sometimes feel like you’re living with a complete stranger.

One minute they’re the child who used to tell you everything… and the next they’re behind a closed door, headphones in and phone glued to their hand. It can leave even the most loving, well-meaning parent wondering: am I getting this right?
In this episode we’re joined by Dr Suzanne Simpson, who has spent years working with teenagers in educational and psychiatric settings. She shares powerful insights into what our teens really need from us right now - and it might not be what you think.
We talk about why connection matters more than perfection, how curiosity builds trust, and why the small moments of presence between parent and child matter far more than any clever tools and techniques.
If you sometimes feel unsure how to reach your teenager, how to set boundaries around technology, or how to keep the lines of communication open… this conversation is one you won’t want to miss.

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5 Nutrition Tips For Midlife Energy, Health & Happiness Mar 07, 2026

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In this episode we’re revisiting something we get asked about a lot! Midlife nutrition tips. This isn’t about complicated diets or biohacks, it’s simple principles - how and what should we really be eating in midlife to stay healthy and happy?

Because the truth is, the way many of us ate in our 20s and 30s often stops working in our 40s and 50s. Energy drops, weight creeps up, and recovery takes longer.

So in this episode we’re going to share five simple nutrition principles for midlife - practical things you can start doing today that can make a real difference to your energy, health, and your body as you age.

To grab our Nutrition PDF just email: team@themidlifementors.com

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The GLP-1 Revolution: Upacking The Real Story, With Dr Max Pemberton & Dr Courtney Raspin Feb 28, 2026

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Today we’re joined by Dr Max Pemberton and Dr Courtney Raspin, authors of The Weight Loss Prescription, to unpack one of the most talked-about health shifts of our time: GLP-1 weight-loss medications.

Are they a miracle? A medical breakthrough? Or a shortcut that risks creating new problems?

In this conversation we explore what happens when you remove someone’s primary coping mechanism, food, and why anxiety, low mood or even addiction can surface if the psychological work isn’t done alongside the medical treatment.

We tackle the tension between body positivity and health reality, the stigma and secrecy around using weight-loss medication, and why midlife with its hormonal shifts, muscle loss and bone health concerns changes the equation entirely.

Most importantly, this is a compassionate, non-judgemental discussion. It’s an honest look at what these medications can - and can’t - do, and how to approach weight loss with both medical insight and psychological support.

Whether you’re on the medication, considering it or just interesting in the impact of GLP1’s beyond weight loss, you’re not going to want to miss this.

For more information: https://theweightlossprescription.com/

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Examining Our Expectations At Midlife Feb 21, 2026

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In our 20s and 30s, expectations feel hopeful - like there’s always more time, more chances, more room to fix things.
But in midlife, expectations hit us differently. They’re no longer just about what might happen…they’re about who we thought we’d be by now.
In this episode, we’re diving into why the disappointment of unmet expectations feels more personal in midlife, what’s happening in your brain when reality doesn’t match the picture you had in your head, and how to update your expectations without lowering your standards.
We hope this discussion helps you feel less alone and more hopeful about who you’re becoming in this next phase of life.

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