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Welcome to "A Conversation Beyond Borders" - a podcast hosted by two women who have raised their children and are now navigating their way through midlife. Join us as we explore life, family, and self-help-related topics through lively discussions and book reviews. We believe that midlife is a time for reflection, growth, and learning. We also know it can be a challenging time, full of transitions and changes. That’s why we created this podcast – to share our experiences, insights, and wisdo ...
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Episode 10: Your Evolution — Stage 5: Celebrating Growth and Embracing What’s Next
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In this final episode of Season 1, we arrive at Stage 5 of our journey: Your Evolution. This episode is a heartfelt pause—an opportunity to reflect on how far you’ve come and to embrace what’s next with openhearted confidence. Together, we revisit the themes of gratitude, self-acceptance, closure, and pride, while exploring the quieter—but deeply p…
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Building Resilience: Practicing Mindfulness and Resilience
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As we step into the final stage of our journey, we’re no longer just naming the challenges—we’re moving through them with intention. In this episode of Conversations Beyond Borders, we explore how mindfulness and resilience intertwine to help us navigate midlife transitions with strength and clarity. Join Laura and Susan as they unpack the emotiona…
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Aligning Goals with Values – Finding Clarity and Purpose in Midlife
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Have you ever felt like the life you worked so hard to build no longer fits? Maybe everything looks fine from the outside, but deep down, there’s a quiet question tugging at you: Is this it? In this episode of Conversations Beyond Borders, hosts Laura and Susan explore the pivotal moment when we begin to outgrow old definitions of success, purpose,…
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Empowering Self-Discovery and Cultivating Connection
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Who is the woman staring back at you in the mirror? Not the mom, the wife, the daughter, or the professional—but the real you, at your core. In this powerful episode of Conversations Beyond Borders, hosts Laura and Susan guide you through Stage 4 of self-reconnection, exploring what it means to step into your authentic self while fostering deep, me…
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In this episode of Conversations Beyond Borders, Susan and Laura dive into the power of assertive communication and why so many of us, especially in midlife, struggle to fully own our voices. After years of prioritizing others, it’s time to step into our confidence and express our needs—clearly, kindly, and without guilt. We’ll explore: ✨ How to us…
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Finding Your Voice: Asking for What You Truly Need
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Advocating for your needs sounds simple, but for many of us, it’s one of the hardest things to do. In this episode, we dive into Stage 3 – Finding Your Voice, where we move beyond recognizing our needs and begin to voice them with confidence. Laura and Susan explore the emotional landscape of asking for what you truly need—unpacking liberation, pri…
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Confronting the Void: Overcoming Emptiness, Perfectionism, and Self-Doubt in Midlife
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Life transitions can leave us feeling lost, uncertain, and disconnected—from ourselves and the world around us. In this episode, we explore what happens when we stop running from these emotions and face them head-on. Hosts Susan Poulter and Laura Weyl dive deep into the challenges of midlife transformation, including the unsettling void that can em…
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Breaking Free: Overcoming the Midlife Void
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Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night wondering, Is this all there is? You’re not alone. Midlife can be a season of transition filled with uncertainty, restlessness, and even a deep emotional void. In this episode, Laura and Susan dive into the experience of losing a long-held identity—whether as a parent, a partner, or a professional—a…
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From Surviving to Thriving: A Foundations for Self-Compassion
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In this episode of Conversations Beyond Borders, we explore the power of small, intentional habits in helping midlife women reconnect with themselves and cultivate self-compassion. Brené Brown calls these habits "small but mighty" acts of self-kindness—simple practices that shift our mindset and bring us back to the present moment. Susan shares a d…
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Lost and Found: Navigating Midlife’s Emotional Crossroads
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Welcome to the inaugural episode of Conversations Beyond Borders! In this highly anticipated launch, Laura and Susan introduce Season 1, The Midlife Evolution, a 10-episode journey exploring the complexities and transformations of midlife. In Episode 1, “Lost and Found: Navigating Midlife’s Emotional Crossroads,” the hosts dive deep into the emotio…
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Welcome to Conversations Beyond Borders, a podcast where two midlife women dive deep into the unique challenges and beautiful transformations that come with navigating this season of life. From empty nesting to rediscovering yourself, our candid conversations offer empowerment, insight, and inspiration for women who are embracing their second act. …
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