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Message In The Middle
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Message In The Middle

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This podcast is a safe and supportive space for listeners to explore life's challenging lessons and gain inspiration for their personal development journey. Through a variety of engaging formats, including interviews, book clubs, master classes, and discussions, the podcast delves into topics related to perseverance, self-empowerment, and self-discovery. With a focus on sharing expertise, inspiring stories and insights from a diverse range of voices, the podcast aims to help listeners navigate difficult experiences, provide hope and inspiration, and develop the resilience and strength needed to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.At its core, this podcast is a platform for personal growth and development. It provides a welcoming space for listeners to explore life's toughest lessons and learn from others who have overcome similar challenges. Through a variety of formats, including interviews with experts and everyday people, book clubs featuring thought-provoking works, and discussions focused on specific topics, listeners are exposed to a range of perspectives and ideas that can help them on their own personal journeys.One of the key themes of this podcast is perseverance. Many of the stories shared on the show highlight the importance of pushing through difficult times and not giving up, even when the odds seem insurmountable. Whether it's overcoming eating disorders, grief, addiction, navigating a health crisis, or dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, the podcast emphasizes the resilience and strength of the human spirit.Another important theme of the podcast is self-empowerment. Listeners are encouraged to take control of their own lives and pursue their goals with confidence and determination. By sharing stories of individuals who have transformed their lives through hard work and self-discovery, the podcast inspires listeners to believe in their own potential and take steps to create the life they want and to recognize that we are all capable of rewiring our thoughts and behaviors. Finally, the podcast is focused on self-discovery. Through discussions and interviews, listeners are encouraged to explore their own values, beliefs, and desires, and to gain a deeper understanding of themselves. By reflecting on their own experiences and learning from the stories of others, listeners can gain valuable insights that can help them navigate life's challenges and live more fulfilling lives.Overall, this podcast is a powerful resource for anyone seeking inspiration, guidance, and support on their personal development journey. By exploring life's difficult lessons through inspiring stories, interviews, book clubs, and discussions, listeners can gain the tools they need to persevere through tough times, empower themselves to achieve their goals, and discover their true selves.

This podcast is a safe and supportive space for listeners to explore life's challenging lessons and gain inspiration for their personal development journey. Through a variety of engaging formats, including interviews, book clubs, master classes, and discussions, the podcast delves into topics related to perseverance, self-empowerment, and self-discovery. With a focus on sharing expertise, inspiring stories and insights from a diverse range of voices, the podcast aims to help listeners navigate difficult experiences, provide hope and inspiration, and develop the resilience and strength needed to overcome obstacles and achieve their goals.At its core, this podcast is a platform for personal growth and development. It provides a welcoming space for listeners to explore life's toughest lessons and learn from others who have overcome similar challenges. Through a variety of formats, including interviews with experts and everyday people, book clubs featuring thought-provoking works, and discussions focused on specific topics, listeners are exposed to a range of perspectives and ideas that can help them on their own personal journeys.One of the key themes of this podcast is perseverance. Many of the stories shared on the show highlight the importance of pushing through difficult times and not giving up, even when the odds seem insurmountable. Whether it's overcoming eating disorders, grief, addiction, navigating a health crisis, or dealing with the aftermath of a traumatic experience, the podcast emphasizes the resilience and strength of the human spirit.Another important theme of the podcast is self-empowerment. Listeners are encouraged to take control of their own lives and pursue their goals with confidence and determination. By sharing stories of individuals who have transformed their lives through hard work and self-discovery, the podcast inspires listeners to believe in their own potential and take steps to create the life they want and to recognize that we are all capable of rewiring our thoughts and behaviors. Finally, the podcast is focused on self-discovery. Through discussions and interviews, listeners are encouraged to explore their own values, beliefs, and desires, and to gain a deeper understanding of themselves. By reflecting on their own experiences and learning from the stories of others, listeners can gain valuable insights that can help them navigate life's challenges and live more fulfilling lives.Overall, this podcast is a powerful resource for anyone seeking inspiration, guidance, and support on their personal development journey. By exploring life's difficult lessons through inspiring stories, interviews, book clubs, and discussions, listeners can gain the tools they need to persevere through tough times, empower themselves to achieve their goals, and discover their true selves.

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Falling in Love With Your Brain: Midlife Brain Health with Dr. Leonaura Rhodes

Stress, memory lapses, and brain fog aren’t just “part of getting older.” In this powerful conversation, Dr. Leonaura Rhodes, a physician turned executive coach, corporate trainer, author, and host of the Mindful Medics podcast, explains why your brain deserves as much love and attention as the rest of your body, especially in midlife. After a career that began in the high-stress world of medicine, Dr. Rhodes experienced her own wake-up call: suffering from stress was not inevitable, and our brains have the power to heal and thrive at any age. Today, she draws from neuroscience, performance psychology, and lived experience, including a personal battle with Covid-related brain inflammation, to help high performers reduce stress, prevent burnout, and optimize brain health. Together, we explore:  • Early, often overlooked signs that your brain may need more care  • Which brain changes are “natural” in midlife  • Small, science-backed habits to protect brain health, even in busy lives  • The surprising role relationships and emotional health play in brain resilience  • Why curiosity and lifelong learning protect against decline  • The truth about dementia and cognitive decline myths  • How to “fall in love with your brain” and why it matters If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to start building brain-healthy habits, this episode will remind you that your brain can recover, rewire, and thrive. Connect with Leonaura: https://www.drleonaurarhodes.com Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Middle Age Madness: Finding Humor and Hope Through Menopause with Sarah Stenton

What if menopause didn’t have to feel like the end of something and instead could be thought of as the messy, magical middle of becoming someone new? In this episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne sits down with Sarah Stenton a UK based comedian, author, and menopause advocate best known as the creator of Middle Age Madness, to talk about how she turned her most difficult season into a movement of humor, healing, and hope. Sarah shares candidly about her own midlife awakening, how hormonal shifts, identity changes, and unexpected chaos became an invitation to grow, laugh, and reconnect with herself. Together, Marianne and Sarah unpack: Some of the emotional and physical “madness” of menopause  Why humor might just be the best (and most underrated) coping tool The stories we tell ourselves about aging, womanhood, and worth, and how to rewrite them What it means to find purpose through the mess, not after it Whether you’re in the thick of it or just starting to notice the signs, this conversation is your reminder that you’re not losing your mind, you’re finding your magic. Connect with Sarah:  Middle Age Madness Face Book Page Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Always Hungry: Healing Emotional Eating and Finding Yourself with Jane McGuinness

What if your relationship with food wasn’t really about food at all? In this conversation Marianne sits down with Jane McGuinness, Registered Clinical Counsellor and author of Always Hungry, to unpack the tangled relationship many women have with food, body image, and self-worth. Jane’s story is both raw and deeply relatable, she lost over a hundred pounds, navigated divorce, and raised three children (one autistic/transgender), all while learning to reject the noise of diet culture and make peace with herself. With humor and compassion, she shares how she’s learned to live by love, kindness, and common sense instead of restriction, shame, and self-criticism. Together, Marianne and Jane explore what it means to:  ✨ Heal from emotional eating and find freedom beyond the scale  ✨ Navigate the holidays with balance, mindfulness, and self-compassion  ✨ Raise self-aware, resilient kids in a world obsessed with appearance  ✨ Age with authenticity and acceptance instead of comparison or judgement  ✨ Quiet the critical inner voice that keeps so many of us “always hungry” for something more If you’ve ever struggled with your body, wrestled with guilt around food, or felt caught between self-acceptance and self-improvement, this episode is for you. 🎙️ Listen in to remember you are not broken, you’re becoming. Connect with Jane: https://linktr.ee/janemcguinnesstheauthor Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Choosing Courage After Tragedy: Valerie Silveira on Finding Strength When Life Breaks You Open

What do you do when life shatters the story you thought you were living? In this powerful episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne sits down with Valerie Silveira, a woman who has faced unimaginable heartbreak and somehow turned it into a mission to help others rise. When Valerie’s daughter Jamie was shot at 18, she survived, but only to be pulled into addiction by the very medication prescribed to help her heal. Twelve years later, Jamie was murdered. Nearly a decade after that devastating loss, Valerie is still standing, still fighting for justice, and still choosing courage. She’s now an award-winning author, speaker, and podcast host who helps others take down the beasts in their own lives and live with unbreakable courage. In this conversation, Marianne and Valerie explore what it really means to choose courage when it doesn’t come naturally. They talk about how to keep standing when your world collapses, what it looks like to fight for yourself after loss, and how forgiveness and resilience can transform even the darkest chapters into light. If you’ve ever faced a season of loss, grief, or transition, this episode will remind you that you’re not powerless—and you’re never alone. Key Topics: The difference between waiting for courage and choosing it What it looks like to fight for yourself after trauma Why getting back to “normal” isn’t the goal How forgiveness and resilience can coexist Building courage as a daily practice, not a one-time event Guest Links: Learn more about Valerie and her work at https://valeriesilveira.com/ Follow her on social: @ValerieSilveira Check out her book Burn the Map wherever books are sold Join the conversation: If this episode spoke to you, please share it with a friend who needs to hear it and leave a review—it helps more women find our community. Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Stronger Than the Storm: Felicity Ashley on Resilience, Cancer, and Courage

When life throws storms our way, we often think we’re at our breaking point. But what if the storm is the very place, we discover our truest, strongest selves? In this episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with Felicity Ashley, adventurer, mother of three, cancer survivor, former corporate marketer, and motivational speaker, to explore resilience, courage, and the power of saying yes to impossible dreams. Felicity’s story is extraordinary. She set out with three other moms to row 3,000 miles across the Atlantic, facing storms, broken equipment, and relentless sleep-deprived nights. What she didn’t know was that she was rowing while living with stage 3 bowel cancer. The strength she unearthed mid-ocean would become the anchor she leaned on through diagnosis, chemotherapy, surgery, and recovery. In this conversation, Felicity shares:  ✨ How ordinary people can achieve extraordinary things  ✨ The mindset shifts that transform fear into fuel  ✨ What resilience really looks like when life changes in an instant  ✨ The role of community, support, and daily habits in surviving and thriving  ✨ Tactical advice for listeners navigating their own storms Her memoir, Stronger Than the Storm, is a raw and inspiring reminder that our greatest strength often surfaces in our hardest battles. If you’ve ever doubted your own resilience, this episode will give you hope, perspective, and practical steps to face your own challenges head-on. Connect with Felicity:   Website:  https://www.felicityashley.com Book:  https://www.amazon.co.uk/dp/1068489103 LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/felicityashley Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/felicityashleyspeaker/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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When Being Seen Feels Scarier Than Skydiving—And How to Do It Anyway

What if the bravest thing you’ll ever do isn’t leaping out of a helicopter, but allowing yourself to truly be seen? In this powerful episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with Angie Hawkins, an Inner Glow Coach and author of Running in Slippers. After 20 years in Corporate America, Angie traded her high-powered IT Finance Operations career for a mission to help high-achieving women stop chasing approval and start radiating fierce confidence. Angie’s journey is raw, real, and deeply relatable. From hitting emotional rock bottom to rebuilding her identity on a foundation of self-love, she reminds us that our darkest moments don’t define us. What defines us is the decision to get up again, to choose ourselves, and to believe that we are enough exactly as we are. We talk about: What “being seen” really means and why it’s so terrifying How resilience shows up in the messy middle of healing, not just in hindsight The root of why so many women still don’t feel like “enough” even after years of self-work Practical steps to begin building unconditional self-love and confidence How small, ordinary decisions can create extraordinary transformation If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing everything right and yet still searching for what’s missing, this episode is a reminder to keep up the good work and to give yourself grace, you’re still becoming. Connect with Angie:  Website: https://www.runninginslippers.com IG and YT: @angiehawkins808 Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Learning to Trust Your Inner Wisdom: Anna Quigley on Intuition, Alignment & Midlife Clarity

Have you ever felt like there’s something more calling you, something deeper, more aligned, more you? If you’ve spent years showing up for everyone else and are now facing a quiet inner nudge that’s hard to ignore, this conversation is for you. In this episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by transformational coach Anna Quigley, who has spent over 30 years studying neuroscience, quantum mind-body tools, and sensory imagination. Anna believes that intuition isn’t just a mystical concept, it’s an essential inner compass that can guide us into the next chapter of our lives with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Together, we explore: Why midlife is the perfect time to reconnect with your intuition The difference between fear and inner knowing How to recognize the body’s physical, emotional, and mental signals The science behind intuition and energetic alignment How imagination plays a role in healing and re-visioning your life Practical first steps to reconnect with your inner wisdom Why it’s never too late to change your path Whether you’re standing at the edge of a big life transition or simply sensing that you’re meant for more, this episode will give you permission and practical tools to listen inward and trust what you hear. It’s not about adding more to your plate. It’s about uncovering what’s already inside you. Connect with Anna Quigley: Website: https://journeytopurpose.org/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Slip, Recovery, and the Messy Middle with Mallary Tenore Tarpley

Healing our relationship with food, our body, and ourselves is rarely a straight line. In this eye-opening episode of Message in the Middle, Marianne sits down with journalist, author, and educator Mallary Tenore Tarpley to explore the often-overlooked “messy middle” of eating disorder recovery. Mallary’s new book, Slip, blends personal memoir with investigative reporting to reveal why recovery is rarely a straight path and how neurobiology, genetics, and lived experience all play a role. If you’ve ever wondered why old patterns tug at you even as you build new ones, or how to hold compassion for yourself while still in the process, this conversation will remind you that slipping doesn’t mean failing. Listen to learn more about: • What the “middle place” of recovery really looks like • How science is reshaping the narrative around eating disorders • Food noise and self-criticism • Why self-compassion matters more than perfection Whether you’re personally navigating recovery or supporting someone who is, Mallary’s insights will give you hope, understanding, and a fresh perspective on what healing truly means. Connect with Mallary: mallary.substack.com mallarytenoretarpley.com https://www.instagram.com/mallarytenoretarpley/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Mindset Matters: Finding Confidence and Clarity in Midlife with Cheryl Fischer

Midlife often brings big transitions, changes in identity, priorities, relationships, and even our own sense of self. But what if the biggest challenge isn’t the circumstances around us, but the stories we tell ourselves about them? In this episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with Cheryl Fischer, speaker, trainer, event moderator, host of the Mind Your Midlife podcast, and certified Life and Mindset Coach. Cheryl works with women to shift the inner narrative from “I’m stuck” or “I’m not enough” to one of possibility, self-belief, and success. We talk about:  ✨ How midlife reinvention often begins with the stories we carry about who we are  ✨ Why your inner critic feels so loud in this season of life, and how to quiet it  ✨ Simple strategies to build awareness and reframe your self-talk  ✨ Rediscovering what truly lights you up when life feels centered on everyone else ✨ Learning to appreciate your body and care for yourself with compassion ✨ The memory “blips” of midlife and why they’re more common than we think This isn’t about quick fixes—it’s about understanding how much power your inner voice holds and learning to shift the narrative so you can move forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Connect with Cheryl:   Free quiz: https://www.cherylpfischer.com/innervoicequiz Podcast: https://www.mindyourmidlifepodcast.com If you like this episode you might want to listen to this one also: https://www.buzzsprout.com/1938384/episodes/17710620 Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Healing Through Grief, Change, and Midlife Transitions

Midlife brings so many shifts—children leaving home, aging parents, career changes, identity shifts, and layered on top of it all, grief in its many forms. Sometimes it’s the loss of a loved one, and other times it’s the ache of realizing life looks different than we imagined. In this episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Jane Dye, a registered nurse, board-certified holistic health coach, and certified grief educator. With more than 30 years of nursing practice, much of it in psychiatric settings, Jane brings a unique perspective to midlife healing. She blends clinical expertise with holistic health, grief education, and spiritual connection to help women navigate transitions with compassion and hope.  Together, Jane and I explore:  ✨ Why you never get over loss—you learn to build a life around it  ✨ Why all loss matters and there is no “grief Olympics”  ✨ How grief can keep us looking backward, and what it takes to move forward  ✨ How to support someone who is grieving  ✨ What not to do when you’re trying to support someone through grief  If you’ve ever felt stuck in the in-between or uncertain about how to move through loss and change, this conversation is a reminder that healing is possible, but everyone must do it in their own way and on their own timeline.  Connect with Jane: https://janekdye.com Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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The New Old: Erika Andersen on Crafting Your Best Later Life

What if aging wasn’t about decline, but about becoming more fully yourself? In this episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with bestselling author and leadership coach Erika Andersen to talk about what it really means to age well—and how we can begin preparing for a vibrant “third act” of life long before we get there. Erika has spent more than 30 years guiding senior leaders at companies like Spotify, Amazon, and Charter through deep transformation. Now, in her seventies, she’s turning that wisdom inward with her newest book, The New Old: Crafting Your Best Later Life, a #1 Amazon bestseller. She shares how we can approach aging with curiosity and intention, unlearn the limiting stories that hold us back, and create a later life rich with joy, discovery, and purpose. This isn’t just a conversation for someone in their seventies. If you’re in your forties, fifties, or anywhere in midlife, now is the time to think about how you want to shape the years ahead. Because your third act has the potential to be your best act and it starts with the choices you make today. Join us as we talk about: How to define your “third act” and start shaping it with intention The power of curiosity, courage, and creativity in aging well Why reinvention isn’t about being “too late,” but about being ready now How to hold both grief and grace as we grow older How to Be the Boss of Your Life: Create a compelling vision for your future and build a plan to help you achieve it If you’re craving a hopeful, thoughtful perspective on what it means to grow older on your own terms, this conversation is for you. Connect with Erika:  Website: https://erikaandersen.com Substack:  https://erikaandersen1.substack.com Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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MindShifting with Mitch Weisburgh: How to Rewire Your Brain for Resilience, Resourcefulness, and Collaboration

Have you ever felt like your own mind is working against you? That no matter how much you want to change, old patterns and doubts keep pulling you back? In this episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with educator, entrepreneur, and author Mitch Weisburgh to talk about his new book MindShifting: Stop Your Brain from Sabotaging Your Happiness and Success. Mitch has spent decades helping people and organizations learn, grow, and adapt and now he’s sharing practical tools to help us do the same in our everyday lives. Together, we explore the three powerful pillars of MindShifting: Resourcefulness: How to transform setbacks into learning opportunities that move you forward. Resilience: Why bouncing back isn’t about pushing harder, but about finding strength and meaning in challenges. Collaboration: How to navigate differences and build connections that lead to collective growth. Mitch’s hopeful, practical approach shows us that transformation doesn’t require perfection, it just requires a shift in how we think. If you’ve been feeling stuck or searching for new ways to move forward, this episode will give you tools, perspective, and a reminder that your brain is not your enemy, in fact, it can become your greatest ally. Other Episodes mentioned: https://www.messageinthemiddle.com/resetting-the-chemistry-of-stress-science-backed-strategies-for-resilience-with-jenny-evans/ https://www.buzzsprout.com/1938384/episodes/17589489 Connect with Mitch:  Website: https://www.mindshiftingwithmitch.com/ LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/mweisburgh/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/weisburghm/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Body Image, Self-Trust, and Food Freedom: What Midlife Can Teach Us

If you’ve spent years counting calories, restricting foods, or shaming yourself for not having the “perfect” body, you’re not alone. For so many women, especially in midlife, the relationship with food and body image can feel like an exhausting tug-of-war. But what if the way out isn’t about more willpower or stricter rules? What if it’s about relearning how to trust yourself? In this episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with Joanne Edinberg, Certified Eating Psychology Coach and founder of Body Wisdom Nutrition. Joanne helps women transform their relationship with food and body, moving from stress, guilt, and shame to curiosity, compassion, and joy. With a background in psychology, social work, yoga, and trauma-informed coaching, Joanne offers a refreshing, deeply compassionate perspective: our struggles with food and body image aren’t problems to fix, they’re powerful teachers. We talk about: How to rebuild trust in your body, even if you’ve felt disconnected for years Why midlife can be the best time to find food freedom Small, doable shifts to move from body shame to body confidence How curiosity can become your most powerful healing tool Rethinking what “health” really means, on your own terms Whether you’re navigating emotional eating, midlife weight changes, or years of body dissatisfaction, this conversation will help you take the first steps toward peace with food and yourself. Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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America in Therapy: Healing Ourselves to Heal Our Nation with Phyllis Leavitt

If you’ve been feeling the weight of the world lately, wondering how we got here, why everything feels so divided, or how to reconnect to yourself in a culture that seems more disconnected than ever, this episode offers a thoughtful, healing perspective. In this soulful and timely conversation, Marianne sits down with Phyllis Leavitt, a seasoned psychotherapist, spiritual seeker, and author of America in Therapy: A New Approach to Hope and Healing for a Nation in Crisis. Drawing from more than 30 years of clinical experience and her own healing journey, Phyllis explores the idea that the emotional repair work we do in our personal lives might be more than just personal, it might be the very key to healing our communities, and maybe even our country. Together, they discuss: What collective trauma looks like and how it mirrors family dynamics The emotional toll of being the “emotional glue” and how and why we need to make sure we prioritize self What spirituality really means The surprising role of spiritual connection in lasting change The biggest problem facing our nation today What it really takes to heal, personally, relationally, and as a society This episode is an invitation to pause, reflect, and remember that healing ripples outward and the work you’re doing matters more than you may know. Connect with Phyllis and her work:  https://www.facebook.com/phyllis.leavitt https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCOdxqvDK9N421AZ5TTxqUgQ https://www.linkedin.com/in/phyllis-leavitt-630179255/ https://www.instagram.com/phyllis_e_leavitt/ https://twitter.com/PhyllisLeavitt2 https://substack.com/@phyllisleavitt1 Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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44:17

Is Your Resume & LinkedIn Profile Telling the Right Story? Career Strategies with Amy Adler

In this episode of Message in the Middle, we’re diving into the often-overwhelming world of career change and job search strategy. I’m joined by Amy Adler, president of Five Strengths Career Transition Experts and a nationally recognized expert in resume writing and career positioning. With credentials like Certified Master Resume Writer, Certified Executive Resume Master, and Nationally Certified Online Profile Expert, Amy brings the perfect mix of strategy and heart to career transition. She’s also the author of Courageous Career Change: Fearlessly Earn the Executive Role You Deserve. Together, we unpack some of the most common challenges job seekers face today, including how to prepare even when you’re not actively looking. You’ll hear us explore: ✅ The biggest mistakes people make when writing their own resumes ✅ How long a resume should really be ✅ How to navigate AI-driven hiring systems and applicant tracking software ✅ Strategies for addressing ageism and showing up with confidence ✅ How to position yourself for a complete career shift ✅ What you must be doing with your LinkedIn profile today ✅ Misconceptions around resumes and LinkedIn that could be holding you back ✅ Why having a Network is so important and what that means.   Whether you’re preparing for a change, recovering from a job loss, or simply wondering if your resume and LinkedIn profile are telling the right story, Amy offers clear, compassionate, and empowering advice to help you move forward with purpose. Connect with Amy:  https://www.fivestrengths.com/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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36:12

When You Know You Need a Change but Don’t Know Where to Start: A Conversation with Rachel Burr

Have you ever felt like something in your life is out of alignment, but the thought of making a change feels overwhelming—or even a little terrifying? You’re not alone. In this episode of Message in the Middle, host Marianne talks with executive coach and leadership consultant Rachel Burr, who has spent more than 20 years helping people navigate the messy middle of growth and transformation. Together, they explore the fear that often shows up at the edge of change, the damaging belief that we’re “not enough,” and how to take action even when the path ahead feels uncertain. Rachel shares stories and insight from her work with high-performing leaders and individuals, helping us challenge the culture of burnout, reclaim confidence, and redefine success on our own terms. Whether you’re facing a career pivot, a personal reinvention, or simply sensing that something in your life needs to shift, this conversation will meet you with honesty, compassion, and just the right dose of encouragement. ✨ Topics we cover: Why fear shows up when we try to grow—and how to move through it What to do when you feel “not good enough” to change The myth of “too late” and the power of starting anyway Redefining success in a culture obsessed with busyness How vulnerability opens the door to authentic leadership and transformation Connect with Rachel: https://butterflygoobook.net/ http://catamentum.com/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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31:55

Harnessing Courage: Laura Bratton on Blindness, Grit, and the Power of Perspective

What happens when your world begins to go dark — literally — before you’ve even hit your teenage years? In this powerful episode of Message in the Middle, I sit down with author, speaker, and resilience coach Laura Bratton, who was just nine years old when she learned she would lose her sight. Laura’s story is not just about blindness — it’s about vision. Vision for what’s possible, even when life takes an unexpected turn. From navigating a decade-long transition to blindness to becoming the first blind student to earn a Master of Divinity from Princeton Theological Seminary, Laura has redefined courage on her own terms. We talk about what it means to truly harness courage, the origin of grit, and how gratitude can ground us when life feels overwhelming. Laura opens up about what she had to give up — and what she gained — and offers insight into how anyone facing adversity can tap into their own inner strength. Whether you’re navigating loss, transition, or uncertainty, this conversation will leave you with a renewed sense of hope and the reminder that your greatest challenges might also be your greatest teachers. 🔗 Learn more about Laura and her work at: https://www.laurabratton.com/meet-laura 🌐 Connect with Laura on social: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-bratton-speaking Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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42:20

Living Out Loud with Alzheimer’s: Greg Nelson’s Story of Courage and Clarity

Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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44:02

Stepping Into Strength: What a Female Commodore Learned About Doubt, Trust & Growth

What does it really mean to lead when you're filled with doubt, surrounded by resistance, and still expected to show up strong? In this episode of Message in the Middle, I’m joined by Dr. Jenn Donahue, a retired U.S. Navy Captain, former Commodore of an 1,800-person regiment, and a civil engineer who's led high-stakes geotechnical projects all over the world, including building bridges in Iraq and combat outposts in Afghanistan. But today, Jenn opens up about: The reality of facing impostor syndrome in high-command roles, and how Jen worked through it Mindset shifts to help you reframe fear and step into new seasons of growth What to do when you’re stuck in comfort, afraid to fail, and unsure what’s next The challenges of being a woman in male-dominated spaces, and how she built leadership that felt authentic What it means to create trust and safety in teams (and families) The hard truth about following orders or making decisions you don’t believe in and the integrity to lead anyway Jenn’s story is a reminder that strength isn’t loud, it’s earned through trust, courage, and doing the hard inner work. If you’re navigating your own self- discovery, questioning, growing, or even just stretching, this conversation is for you. Connect with Jenn: Learn more about Dr. Jenn Donahue:  https://www.jenndonahue.com/ Connect with Jenn on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenndonahue-phd-pe/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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Empowered Aging: Staying Independent, Choosing Care, and Thriving with Laura Lynn Morrissey

In today’s episode of Message In the Middle we’re diving into one of life’s most important, and often overlooked topics, aging well. We’re asking the big questions many of us face as we grow older or support aging loved ones: How do we maintain independence? Is aging at home the best choice for everyone? What do we need to know about planning and paying for care? Joining me is the incredibly knowledgeable Laura Lynn Morrissey, a Certified Fitness Trainer, Nutrition Coach, Dementia Practitioner, and Aging Specialist. Laura brings a wealth of experience from the worlds of healthcare, finance, fitness, and elder wellness. She’s also the founder of SilverSavvy, a platform dedicated to helping older adults and caregivers make informed, confident choices about aging with dignity and support. In this episode, we explore: What inspired Laura to create SilverSavvy and champion the aging community Key factors to consider when deciding whether to age at home or transition to assisted living What to look for in a home care provider—and red flags to avoid Practical advice on navigating the insurance system and maximizing benefits Essential products for fall prevention, memory support, and post-hospital recovery Laura’s empowering message about how we can all thrive as we age Whether you’re planning for your own future or supporting a loved one, this conversation is filled with expert guidance, practical tools, and reassuring insight. Connect with Laura Lynn:  https://silversavvy.com/about/ Connect with Marianne: Website: Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/422430469323847/ YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@MessageInTheMiddle/playlists LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/marianne-demello-smith-678b9966 Email: Contact | Message In The Middle with Marianne Subscribe to Message In the Middle: Apple Podcasts Spotify YouTube Leave Us a Review: If you enjoyed today’s episode, please leave a review and share your favorite takeaway. Your feedback helps us reach more listeners and bring you even more valuable content. Keep the conversation going - Join us for more insightful conversations in the Message in the Middle Private Facebook Community & subscribe to Message in th...
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