Are you waking up to an alarm you dread instead of a purpose you love? Discover how to find your Ikigai and why it is crucial for successful career & life transitions now. If career or life transitions have you second-guessing your confidence, this episode unpacks the Japanese concept of Ikigai—and shows you how to make it the compass for your reinvention. In this episode you will discover: The four-circle Ikigai framework and instantly spot where passion, profession, vocation, and mission o...
Jun 23, 2025•21 min•Ep. 213
Are you brushing aside emotions during life transitions - when they might actually be your most powerful compass? In this heartfelt episode, Kavita Ahuja shares her personal journey through major milestones - from celebrating her sons’ engagements to grieving the loss of a loved one. If you're navigating your own turning points in life or career, this episode reveals how your emotions might hold the clarity and guidance you've been seeking, not the confusion you fear. In this episode you will di...
Jun 16, 2025•14 min•Ep. 212
Are you still dancing to someone else's music—stuck in a career, relationship, or role that no longer fits who you've become? In this heartfelt mini episode host Kavita Ahuja unpacks the cost of staying stuck and why alignment—not action—must come first. If you're a woman in transition, craving more authenticity and clarity, this episode speaks directly to your journey. In this episode you'll discover: A powerful framework (the SHINE Method) to evaluate bold decisions with confidence and clarity...
Jun 12, 2025•8 min•Ep. 211
Have you ever felt stuck in a career that no longer fits who you are - and wondered what it would take to boldly pivot into something that truly aligns? Too many of us build lives around what we think we should do, only to wake up one day realizing we’re completely out of alignment. In this empowering episode with Ahyiana Angel we explore what it takes to tune into your inner voice and courageously design a life on your own terms. If you’ve been playing it safe and wondering how to make a career...
Jun 10, 2025•44 min•Ep. 210
Are you waiting to see results before believing in your dreams? What if flipping that belief could change everything? In this empowering mini-episode, you’ll discover how embracing belief before evidence can transform your approach to career transitions, life transitions, and reconnecting with your sense of purpose. If you’re navigating uncertainty or searching for deeper meaning, this episode offers a mindset reset you didn’t know you needed. In this episode you'll discover: Why belief must com...
Jun 05, 2025•6 min•Ep. 209
What if everything you want in your next chapter - career clarity, better health, or even love - starts not with action, but belief? In this solo episode, Kavita Ahuja shares a powerful message: you don’t see it and then believe it - you believe it, and then you see it. Whether you’re navigating midlife career changes or searching for deeper life meaning (your ikigai), belief is the first step toward transformation. In this episode you'll discover : How manifestation truly works during life and ...
Jun 02, 2025•12 min•Ep. 208
Are you feeling stuck in a job or life path that no longer fits — but fear and self-doubt keep you from making a change? In this powerful mini episode, we unpack the most valuable insights from a conversation with Lorraine Rise , founder of Career Uprising, about what it really takes to reinvent yourself in midlife — and why discomfort might just be your greatest ally. In this episode you will discover: Why you’re not starting over — you’re starting from experience, and how that can be your grea...
May 29, 2025•8 min•Ep. 207
Are you stuck in a job that no longer aligns with your life, but scared to make a change? Discover practical strategies to make your Career Transition Successful right now. In this episode, Lorraine Rise , founder of Career Uprising - shares how she broke free from corporate constraints to build a purpose-driven coaching business and helps women in midlife do the same. Whether you’re facing burnout, battling ageism, or unsure how to leverage your decades of experience, this episode gives you the...
May 26, 2025•32 min•Ep. 206
Are you standing at the edge of a life transition and wondering what comes next? If you're navigating a season of change - whether in your career, family, or personal identity - this episode will empower you to move beyond uncertainty and step into the role of life designer, not just life responder. In this episode, you'll discover: How to identify your personal "transition trigger" and why it's the first key to intentional reinvention A powerful way to reconnect with your Ikigai—your reason for...
May 22, 2025•7 min•Ep. 205
Are you entering a new life chapter—like becoming an empty nester, changing careers, or facing uncertainty—and wondering what’s next? In this episode of The Midlife Reinvention Podcast , Kavita Ahuja opens up about her personal journey of transition and reinvention at nearly 59. She shares how to shift from reactive living to intentional life design, especially during the big changes that midlife brings—like children moving out, career shifts, and the evolving role of womanhood. In this episode ...
May 19, 2025•13 min•Ep. 204
What if the biggest thing holding you back during your career or life transition… is staying quiet? Learn 5 signs you are Undermining Confidence and how to fix it. Whether you're facing a major shift in your career, redefining your purpose in midlife, or seeking your ikigai, one thing is certain: confidence doesn’t arrive before action — it follows it. In this powerful solo episode, you'll hear key takeaways from Kavita Ahuja inspired by a conversation with TEDx speaker Ivna Curi , packed with m...
May 15, 2025•9 min•Ep. 203
Are you playing small in your career because you're afraid to speak up? Learn why Assertive Communication is the #1 skill you can learn today. If you're navigating midlife transitions and wondering how to reclaim your confidence, your voice, and your power - this episode is your guide. We dive deep into what it truly means to speak unapologetically, even in environments that favor assertiveness over empathy. In this powerful episode, communication expert and podcast host Ivna Curi shares how she...
May 12, 2025•39 min•Ep. 202
Are you truly seeing yourself the way the world does - or are you still playing small without even realizing it? This episode is all about How To Find Your Ikigai and Align with Your Purpose. If you're a woman in midlife navigating career transitions, moving through life transitions, or searching for deeper alignment and purpose, this 201st episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and boldly step into your next chapter. Today, Kavita Ahuja revisits powerful insights from Emmy-winning journa...
May 05, 2025•12 min•Ep. 201
Are you ignoring the signs telling you it’s time for a change in your career—or your life? This 200th milestone episode of the Midlife Reinvention Podcast is an emotional reflection and powerful rallying cry for anyone navigating midlife career transitions and seeking more meaning, gratitude, and purpose—your true Ikigai . If you’ve ever hesitated to follow your inner guidance or questioned if it’s too late to change course, this episode is the sign you've been waiting for. In this episode you'l...
May 02, 2025•14 min•Ep. 200
Are you standing at the crossroads of your career and life, wondering if it’s too late to reinvent yourself — and how to confidently take that leap? In today’s rapidly evolving world, career reinvention isn't just possible — it’s necessary for aligning your true passion and purpose. If you’re feeling stuck in an old identity, craving deeper fulfillment, or hesitant about stepping into your next chapter, this episode offers real-life inspiration and actionable advice to help you move forward with...
Apr 28, 2025•41 min•Ep. 199
What if your Sunday dread isn’t burnout—but a misalignment with your life’s purpose? Learn how to fix this with Ikigai If you’re stuck in a life or career transition and wondering why you feel off—even when everything looks “fine”—this episode is for you. Kavita Ahuja breaks down how the Japanese concept of Ikigai can help you reconnect with meaning and energy in midlife. In this episode you'd discover: 3 red flags that signal you're misaligned in your work and life. A simple 3-step framework to...
Apr 24, 2025•10 min•Ep. 198
Are you waking up dreading another day — even though everything seems “fine” on paper? You’re not alone. In this re-shared episode of the Midlife Reinvention Podcast , Kavita Ahuja takes you inside her own transformative journey from hitting snooze five times in a row to waking up energized at a wellness retreat in Thailand — all because she aligned with her Ikigai . Whether you’re navigating a career transition , questioning your life direction , or simply ready for more meaning in your days, t...
Apr 21, 2025•16 min•Ep. 197
Are you pushing through burnout while trying to figure out your next move? In this mini-episode, Kavita Ahuja shares five powerful lessons from episode #195 with Michelle Casazza , who walked away from a high-stress job to rediscover joy, balance, and purpose—one small step at a time. Whether you’re in the middle of a career or life transition, these insights will help you move forward without sacrificing your well-being. In this episode you'll discover: Five practical tools to help you move thr...
Apr 17, 2025•9 min•Ep. 196
Are you ignoring the whisper that something isn’t right in your career—or your life? When burnout shows up, it’s more than just exhaustion—it’s a sign that your current path might be misaligned with your deeper purpose. In this powerful conversation, transformational coach Michelle Casazza shares her story of corporate burnout, spiritual awakening, and how she used nature and intuition to find her way back to balance and Ikigai. If you’ve been craving a more aligned, energized version of yoursel...
Apr 14, 2025•42 min•Ep. 195
What if fear wasn’t a stop sign, but a green light? In this mini episode of The Midlife Reinvention Podcast , I share deeply personal lessons from my own career and life transitions. Whether you’re exploring your ikigai , contemplating a bold career move, or simply trying to find the courage to show up as yourself—this one’s for you. Fear often shows up right before something meaningful. So how do you face it without letting it stop you? In this episode you will discover: The #1 mindset shift th...
Apr 10, 2025•8 min•Ep. 194
Is fear stopping you from doing what you actually want to do? Whether it’s starting a new career, putting yourself out there, or taking the first step toward something meaningful—fear has a way of keeping you stuck. This episode breaks down what fear really looks like, how it shows up in your daily decisions, and how to take action even when it feels uncomfortable. In this episode you will discover: Why fear often shows up as perfectionism or hesitation How not sharing your story can block real ...
Apr 07, 2025•12 min•Ep. 193
What if your next career or life chapter isn’t about “starting over” — but about rediscovering your Ikigai or Reason For Being? Too often, we treat life or career transitions like external fixes — a new role, a new location, or a new routine. But real change starts within. In this mini episode, we explore how the Japanese concept of Ikigai can help you navigate your next chapter with purpose. Whether you’re asking “What’s next?” after a job loss, empty nesting, or an inner voice calling for chan...
Apr 03, 2025•11 min•Ep. 192
What if your biggest career or life transition isn't about changing everything—but evolving into who you truly are? So many women hit a point where they feel stuck or unclear on what’s next. Whether it’s after motherhood, during midlife, or post-career burnout—something internal starts whispering, “There’s more.” This episode dives deep into that calling, and how the Japanese concept of Ikigai can help you answer it. Niki Smirni is a transformational leader and founder of Europe’s leading luxury...
Mar 31, 2025•50 min•Ep. 191
Feeling like a fraud during your career transition? You’re not alone — but you are missing something vital. If you’re navigating a career change or a new life chapter and imposter syndrome is tagging along for the ride, this episode is your reminder: doubt is often a sign of growth. The key to moving through it? Reconnecting with your ikigai — your reason for being. In this short but powerful mini-episode, Kavita breaks down how to reframe imposter syndrome and use it as a signal to rediscover w...
Mar 27, 2025•8 min•Ep. 190
Are you holding back from a career transition because Imposter Syndrome has you feeling like a fraud? You’re not alone—and this episode breaks down exactly why so many women feel this way during midlife transitions and how to move beyond it by tapping into the power of Ikigai, your true reason for being. In this episode you will discover: The science behind imposter syndrome and why it spikes during career or life transitions A practical approach to identifying your Ikigai and using it as an anc...
Mar 24, 2025•17 min•Ep. 189
🔥 Are You Struggling with Imposter Syndrome or Career Grief? Have you ever felt lost after a career change—whether by choice or not? Do you doubt your abilities when starting something new? If so, you’re not alone. Losing a job or shifting careers isn’t just about finding new work—it’s about rediscovering your identity. In this episode, we break down how to process career grief, separate self-worth from job titles, and push past imposter syndrome to confidently step into your next chapter. 🎙 I...
Mar 20, 2025•8 min•Ep. 188
What happens when your career, the one that defined your identity, is suddenly ripped away? How do you recover, rebuild, and step into your next chapter despite Imposter Syndrome & Grief? Losing a job, stepping away from a long-term career, or experiencing a major professional shift can feel like losing a piece of yourself. In this episode, certified coach and grief recovery specialist Laverne McKinnon shares powerful insights on how to navigate career grief and break free from imposter synd...
Mar 17, 2025•34 min•Ep. 187
The Midlife Reinvention Podcast: 4th Anniversary Special 🎉 Ever feel like something’s missing in midlife? Maybe you’re restless, excited for change, or unsure where to start. What if the key to renewed energy and purpose is hidden in passions you’ve set aside? Discover 5 Simple Steps to Rediscover Your Passions in Midlife! Midlife isn’t about winding down—it’s about reinvention. Whether you’re navigating a career shift, rediscovering old interests, or seeking more joy, this episode will help yo...
Mar 13, 2025•7 min•Ep. 186
Have you ever felt like you lost touch with the things that once made you feel alive? What if your passions were never lost—just waiting to be rediscovered? Midlife transitions—whether in career, relationships, or personal growth—can leave you feeling stuck, wondering, What’s next for me? This episode dives into how you can reconnect with your passions, so you can step into the next phase of your life with confidence and purpose. I n this episode you will discover: How to identify and reconnect ...
Mar 10, 2025•18 min•Ep. 185
Ever feel like midlife transitions mean you have to become a whole new person? What if the key to fulfillment was actually rediscovering the best parts of yourself that have been buried under life’s responsibilities? What if you could Turn Your Passions into Your Profession as you face career and life transitions? In this mini episode, we break down key insights from our conversation with Susan Maycock (Episode 183), offering simple, practical steps to help you navigate career and life transitio...
Mar 07, 2025•10 min•Ep. 184
