Midlife Transitions Radio

Welcome to Midlife Transitions Radio, where you'll discover how to reclaim your authentic self in midlife and beyond. Using humor and insight, Naomi will guide you through the most pertinent challenges, based on her experience working with hundreds of people as a psychotherapist and speaker. For more information, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

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Episodes

E12: Learned Helplessness and How to Avoid It

Do you find yourself setting limits on what you think is possible in your life? In this episode you'll discover the condition of learned helplessness and how it can prevent you from achieving what you want to achieve in your life, and how to overcome it. To learn more, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Feb 15, 2017•20 min

E11: Healthy Boundaries in the Psychotherapy Process

Have you ever called your psychotherapist at the last minute and said you couldn't make it? In this episode we explore the importance of healthy boundaries in the therapy process, and how to use that process as a catalyst for learning and growing. To learn more, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Jan 25, 2017•17 min

E10: Taking Personal Responsibility and Letting Go

Being a rescuer is a lifelong pattern that only you can shed. In this episode you'll discover how to stop the pattern of pleasing others and focus on taking personal responsibility and taking care of your own wants and needs. To learn more about Naomi Lufkin, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Jan 11, 2017•16 min

E09: How Humor and Laughter Heal

When was the last time you had a good belly laugh? In this episode you'll discover the healing power of humor and laughter and you can tap into this to keep yourself vibrant and energetic.

Jan 04, 2017•13 min

E08: Creating Positive Change in 2017

It's time to make those new years resolutions! So what's going to be different in 2017? What's going to stay the same? How do you want to change? Discover how to make positive changes in the new year and beyond in this episode. To learn more about Naomi Lufkin and the services she provides, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Dec 21, 2016•17 min

E07: Life After Adult Children Are Launched

Being an empty nester can be challenging, but it is actually a great time to start reflecting upon the meaning and purpose of your life. Discover how to move from feeling devastated to feeling more hopeful, purposeful and joyful.

Dec 07, 2016•11 min

E06: The Power of Gratitude

Do you take time to cultivate gratitude in your life each day? Discover the benefits of gratitude and some powerful but simple steps you can take to add more gratitude into your life.

Nov 23, 2016•14 min

E05: To Be Or Not To Be (Assertive)

Are you able to be assertive in your personal and professional relationships? In midlife, perhaps more than ever, the time is right to assert your needs and tell the people in your life what you want and need. Learn how to do that effectively in this episode.

Nov 09, 2016•17 min

E04: Reclaiming Your Authentic Self in Midlife

How do we reclaim our authentic self in midlife? Is it ever too late to do so? In this episode we'll discuss how to examine who you really are now and how you may have gone astray in your personal and professional life. You'll discover how to come back to the person that you most want to be. For more information, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Oct 26, 2016•13 min

E03: How to Get Out of Your Comfort Zone

It can be scary to step outside of our comfort zone, especially in midlife and beyond. However, there are real costs to staying safe and in our comfort zone. Discover how to step outside of your comfort zone, overcome fear, and pursue the life you really want. For more information, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Oct 12, 2016•11 min

E02: Positive Vs. Negative Thinking in Midlife

It is necessary to acknowledge the wrinkles and grey hair that happens when one turns 50 or even 60, but it's important to think about what are some of the benefits to the aging process. In this episode you'll discover how to focus your energy on the positive and overcome negative thoughts in midlife. For more information, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Oct 11, 2016•9 min

E01: How to Transform Hopelessness Into Hopefulness

In this episode you'll discover a powerful quote that can help you transform hopelessness into feelings of hopefulness in midlife. To learn more about Naomi Lufkin and the services she provides, visit www.midlife-transitions.com

Oct 10, 2016•10 min

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