When was the last time you truly listened to your body? Those whispers of "I don't feel right" or "I'm so tired" aren't just inconveniences – they're crucial messages that deserve your attention. In this deeply personal conversation, health and mindset coach Andrea Joy shares her harrowing journey from severe burnout to vibrant health. After opening her own business at 26 while caring for her mother with stage four cancer, Andrea found herself facing multiple autoimmune conditions, including lup...
Jul 24, 2025•48 min•Season 8Ep. 143
Ever felt invisible? As if society has decided women of a certain age should gracefully step into the shadows? Martina Gruppo knows this feeling all too well - both from experiencing cultural invisibility in Italy and from years spent with a covert narcissist who methodically dimmed her light and tried to take her power. In this profound conversation, Martina shares her journey from silent suffering to radiant self-reclamation. Her story, captured in her book "Hello Flower," reveals how even the...
Jul 23, 2025•29 min•Season 8Ep. 142
What if the secret to thriving in midlife isn’t about chasing more—but about rediscovering what we’ve forgotten? When Elizabeth Bruckner saw grocery store shelves emptying in 2020, it sparked more than anxiety—it ignited a deep transformation. Living in a typical suburban home surrounded by concrete and a backyard pool, she began a journey into modern homesteading—a lifestyle choice that turned uncertainty into empowerment. Modern homesteading doesn’t require a cabin in the woods or going comple...
Jul 12, 2025•37 min•Season 8Ep. 141
The moment hit me at 63, suddenly noticing my body changing in ways I never expected. That shocking realization led to this powerful conversation with mindset coach Cheryl Fisher about navigating midlife body changes with grace and intention rather than resignation. What we say to ourselves about our changing bodies matters profoundly. When we constantly verbalize negative thoughts about midlife weight gain, we're unwittingly programming our minds to accept defeat. Fisher reveals how many women ...
Jun 30, 2025•27 min•Season 8Ep. 140
Karen Stattner vividly recalls the day she fractured her back in a riding accident—a moment that would launch her on an unexpected journey into the world of somatic healing. Despite diligently following her physical therapist's advice to strengthen her core through Pilates, she remained in pain with restricted movement for years. The most frustrating part? Her X-rays showed everything had healed structurally. In this powerful episode, Karen shares how discovering clinical somatics finally gave h...
Jun 29, 2025•31 min•Season 8Ep. 139
Hospitals can feel like confusing, overwhelming places—especially when you or a loved one needs care. In this eye-opening conversation with Dr. Monique Nugent, hospitalist and author of "Prescriptions for Admissions," we pull back the curtain on what really happens inside hospital walls and how to navigate this complex system with confidence. Dr. Nugent shares powerful insights from her years of hospital practice, revealing the critical difference between expected and unexpected hospital visits....
Jun 05, 2025•33 min•Ep. 135
Have you ever caught yourself saying, "I'll just suck it up until retirement"? Shannon Russell is on a mission to show women there's a better way. In this enlightening conversation, career transition coach Shannon Russell shares her journey from a 16-year veteran of television production to a successful entrepreneur and author. After missing too many birthdays and bedtimes with her young children, Shannon made the bold decision to leave her Hollywood career and create something entirely new—what...
Jun 01, 2025•25 min
Are you struggling with digestive issues that just won't resolve? That ongoing constipation might be your body's desperate attempt to get your attention. Wellness expert Melissa Hall-Klepacki joins Glennis Woods-Mullins to tackle a subject many midlife women experience but few discuss openly: constipation and gut health. This frank, enlightening conversation reveals why digestive issues become more prevalent during midlife and how addressing them properly can transform your overall wellbeing. Me...
May 30, 2025•46 min
Have you noticed a sudden shift in your body after menopause, despite maintaining your usual exercise routine? That unexplained weight around your middle, loss of muscle tone, and decreased energy isn't your imagination—it's your hormones working against you. Award-winning fitness coach Ashley Selman reveals the missing piece of the midlife fitness puzzle that most women never hear about: as estrogen drops during menopause, human growth hormone (HGH) plummets alongside it. This hormonal double-w...
May 21, 2025•30 min•Season 8Ep. 141
What if the wisdom you're seeking has been within you all along? That quiet, steady voice nudging you toward your true path isn't just wishful thinking—it's your intuition speaking. But how do we distinguish between fear-based thoughts and authentic inner guidance? Intuitive consultant Jenn Cohen joins us to explore the transformative power of intuition, particularly during midlife transitions. Drawing from her years collaborating with major studios like DreamWorks and NBC Universal, Jen reveals...
May 21, 2025•27 min•Ep. 140
What if everything you've been told about weight loss is wrong? The story of Sheila Kelty will transform how you think about health and weight management forever. From an electric wheelchair, facing imminent death with lupus, diabetes, and 130 extra pounds—to vibrant health without exercising. This isn't just another weight loss story; it's a complete paradigm shift. The traditional weight loss narrative revolves around willpower, calorie counting, and intense workouts. Yet these approaches ofte...
May 14, 2025•26 min•Season 8Ep. 139
Ever noticed how your brain tries to convince you that overthinking is just part of the process? In this illuminating conversation with psychotherapist Lindsey Carnick, we unravel the fascinating paradox at the heart of anxiety and overthinking. Lindsey introduces a powerful metaphor that might forever change how you view anxious feelings: anxiety is merely an alarm system, not the threat itself. Just like a smoke detector that goes off when you're cooking or taking a hot shower, our internal al...
May 13, 2025•34 min•Season 8Ep. 138
When the unexpected diagnosis of Lewy body dementia struck Carla Preyers's husband, she found herself thrust into a role she never anticipated. "The journey chose me," she explains, recounting the four-year battle for a proper diagnosis and the profound challenges that followed. This conversation reveals the often-invisible struggles caregivers face when supporting loved ones with dementia. The emotional heart of this episode lies in Carla's honest discussion of caregiver self-preservation. Her ...
May 02, 2025•25 min•Season 8Ep. 137
What if your body already knows how to heal itself, and your brain just needs to get out of the way? After 27 years of debilitating chronic illness—including lupus, chemical sensitivities, and chronic fatigue syndrome—wellness coach Lori Clemmons discovered the transformative power of neuroplasticity when conventional treatments failed her. In this enlightening conversation, Lori reveals how she went from being homebound and sometimes bedridden to hiking, jogging, and living vibrantly by retrain...
Apr 25, 2025•34 min•Season 8Ep. 136
When was the last time your doctor mentioned your soul during treatment? I'm willing to bet never—and that's precisely the problem Dr. Catherine Kelly addresses in this profound conversation about what's missing from modern medicine and psychology. "The father of medicine, Hippocrates, said the soul is present in every illness and every organ over 2,000 years ago. Carl Jung said the same for psychology. But where is it now?" Dr. Kelly asks. As a former medical school professor, she witnessed fir...
Apr 14, 2025•34 min
Ever wake up feeling exhausted despite a full night in bed? You're not alone. In this eye-opening conversation, sleep specialist Dr. Bajoi John reveals why quality sleep might be your most underutilized superpower. Drawing from his experience treating over 50,000 patients, Dr. John dismantles the myth that sleeping less equals achieving more. "You can do more by sleeping more," he explains, challenging our hustle-focused culture with scientific evidence about how proper rest enhances every aspec...
Apr 08, 2025•27 min•Season 8Ep. 115
Welcoming a new baby into the family transforms everyone's lives—not just the parents. But what's your role as a grandparent, aunt, uncle, or sibling when that precious bundle arrives? Postpartum doula Foster Wilson guides us through this delicate family transition with wisdom that bridges generations. Foster reveals that the most valuable contribution family members can make isn't what most expect. "Being of service in these early times helps build the bond with your child as they are transform...
Apr 01, 2025•30 min•Season 8Ep. 114
What if, instead of fixating on what’s left on your bucket list, you created an “anti-bucket list” of things you no longer need to do? This perspective-shifting idea comes from award-winning filmmaker Sky Bergman, who has gathered 3,000 years of collective wisdom from adults 75+ on how to live well. As milestone birthdays like 70 approach, many of us wonder if we’ll have enough time to accomplish everything we desire. Bergman’s documentary Lives Well-Lived and book Lives Well-Lived Generations c...
Mar 28, 2025•23 min•Season 8Ep. 113
Strength without stress, mobility without pain, and fitness that improves with age—this is the power of Pilates. In this insightful conversation, Pilates expert Leslie Logan reveals why this practice is especially transformative for women over 40. Lesley shares her journey from skeptical runner to passionate instructor, explaining how Pilates strengthened her core, improved her posture, and made her stronger at 41 than when she began. Host Lynnis Woods-Mullins, with her dance background, echoes ...
Mar 27, 2025•28 min•Season 8Ep. 112
What if the end of life wasn’t something to fear, but an opportunity for deep healing and connection? In this powerful episode, death doula Gretchen Jones shares how spiritual experiences around death can bring comfort to families and help us embrace life more fully. From seeing deceased loved ones before passing to the importance of closure and forgiveness, Gretchen offers compassionate insights into navigating the end-of-life journey with peace and purpose. 💫 Key Topics Covered: ✔️ How workin...
Mar 15, 2025•30 min
What happens when a woman in midlife stands before a 1,200-pound mirror that can sense her true feelings? According to Sue Willoughby, founder of Willoughby Coaching, magic unfolds as women finally confront what's been holding them back. Sue reveals how working with horses helps women over 40 cut through their own BS and reclaim their authentic selves through the powerful mirror of equine feedback. • Horses provide intuitive feedback during coaching sessions by reacting to clients' true emotions...
Mar 13, 2025•33 min•Season 8Ep. 110
Are you tired of seeing someone different in the mirror and longing to rediscover who you are? This episode is filled with uplifting insights on embracing aging and celebrating the beauty of life's transitions. We dive deep with Kim Mosiman, wellness coach and author of "Reflections of Joy," exploring how small, intentional changes can lead to vibrant living in our 40s and beyond. Kim and I discuss the challenges many women face when assessing their self-image, the significance of maintaining ph...
Feb 27, 2025•32 min•Season 8Ep. 109
What happens when a successful attorney trades her briefcase for a gratitude journal? Arlene Cohen-Miller did just that, and she’s here to share how setting boundaries and embracing gratitude transformed her life and career. On the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast, we explore how genuine appreciation for the every day can be a game-changer in achieving work-life balance. Arlene’s inspiring journey from law to coaching offers valuable insights into counteracting negativity and anxiety with gratitude. By f...
Feb 22, 2025•20 min•Season 8Ep. 108
What happens when a school psychologist transitions to becoming an advocate for emotional detoxing and other holistic healing practices? Meet our intriguing guest, Shariana, who shares her transformative journey from battling postpartum depression and navigating multiple antidepressants to finding peace and empowerment through holistic healing. Her story is not just about overcoming personal challenges but also about discovering the power of yoga and emotional wellness as pathways to higher vibr...
Feb 18, 2025•32 min•Season 8Ep. 107
Jen Johnson, a devoted registered nurse from Ontario, Canada, shares her remarkable stories working in a rural hospital to tackling the fast-paced demands of a stroke center using her intuition and wisdom. Her story is a testament to the often unrecognized but invaluable contributions of nurses everywhere. Jen talks about the critical role of intuition in nursing, emphasizing its importance for both personal sanity and career survival. Her book, "Nursing Intuition: How to Trust Your Gut, Save Yo...
Feb 12, 2025•32 min
Have you ever found yourself at a crossroads in midlife, unsure of how to balance career, personal changes, and the demands of caregiving? How do you practice the art of mindful living while having so much to juggle? You'll want to meet Dr. Ja'net Bishop-Nesbit, an expert in stress and burnout, who joins us to unpack these common challenges. Together, we explore strategies for surviving and thriving during this transformative phase. With Dr. Ja'net's guidance, we delve into how the eight dimensi...
Feb 07, 2025•36 min
Ready to simplify your approach to health and discover the incredible benefits of herbs? Tune in to this inspiring episode as we chat with Jane Barlow Christensen, a skilled herbologist with lifelong expertise in medicinal botany. Growing up immersed in the wisdom of herbal remedies, Jane shares her personal journey from childhood curiosity to her passion for helping others achieve vibrant health. We’ll bust the myth that health has to be complicated and explore how vibrant well-being is our nat...
Jan 27, 2025•33 min•Season 8Ep. 113
This episode dives deep into the transformative power of Neuro-Linguistic Programming (NLP) and how it can help individuals reshape their subconscious beliefs to achieve personal empowerment and life changes. Through various techniques, listeners learn to break free from limiting mental patterns and enhance their overall wellness journey. Lynnis welcomes the dynamic Allie Cass, an NLP practitioner and fitness expert, who shares transformative approaches to self-improvement. Learn how NLP can emp...
Jan 18, 2025•21 min•Season 8Ep. 112
Are you a woman over 40, sleepless, while trying to juggle life’s demands? You're not alone! In this episode, Helen Sernett, a passionate sleep advocate and host of the Sleep List podcast, shares her transformative journey from sleep neglect to restoring her energy, and emotional balance while becoming a wellness champion. If you’re caught in the hustle culture, sacrificing your rest, Helen's personal story will resonate with you. She reveals how chronic sleep deprivation leads to burnout, depre...
Jan 08, 2025•33 min
What if you could break free from the cycle of stress hormones and reclaim your power? Join us for a transformative conversation with Carol Murko, a self-mastery coach and dedicated student of Dr. Joe Dispenza, as we dive into the art of self-mastery and the path to inner healing. This episode is packed with practical insights and tools to help women over 40 take charge of their thoughts, emotions, and energy to live more vibrant, empowered lives. Carol shares her personal journey into alternati...
Jan 02, 2025•33 min•Season 8Ep. 111
