Feedbag with Nat Lauzon

Nat Lauzon

A fun and cozy midlife podcast for grown-ass humans! Relationships, real life, and the quirky stuff that makes us who we are.

Episodes

  1. 2025-12-12

    Stop Feeling Alone: Make Friends as an Adult

    Stop Feeling Alone: Make Friends as an Adult Summary In this engaging conversation, Nat Lauzon and her friend MF explore the complexities of making and maintaining friendships as adults. They discuss their own experiences, the challenges of dating, the importance of hygiene, and the significance of social connections in midlife. The conversation emphasizes the need for vulnerability and the value of curating meaningful relationships, while also touching on the humorous aspects of their friendship, including a light-hearted debate about the size of their foreheads. Takeaways Making friends as adults can be challenging but rewarding.Shared interests can help form strong bonds.Basic hygiene is crucial in dating.It's normal to have varying levels of friendships.Social connections are key to happiness, especially in midlife.Taking small steps can lead to new friendships.Letting go of unfulfilling friendships is necessary for personal growth.Curating meaningful relationships is important as we age.Vulnerability strengthens friendships and connections.Men often struggle with expressing vulnerability in friendships.Titles Navigating Adult Friendships: A JourneyThe Importance of Connection in Midlife Chapters 00:00The Birth of a Friendship 04:28Navigating Adult Friendships 07:36The Challenges of Making Friends 13:27The Importance of Social Connections 18:21Letting Go of Friendships 19:12Navigating Adult Friendships 21:04The Importance of Meaningful Connections 26:52The Great Forehead Debate 27:50Embracing Midlife Changes 32:12The Male Loneliness Epidemic Some animal rescues close to MF's heart. Please check these out: Refuge CatChat: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61566414100949&rdid=69BoiLPqPbkBDdrE# Passion for Paws: https://www.facebook.com/share/1FhMK7Wiez/ Bri Cares Adoption: https://www.facebook.com/share/1BnNevQKFL/ Mehregan Adoption: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1236000510182365/?ref=share&mibextid=NSMWBT CaLeb Rescue Adoption: https://www.facebook.com/share/1AAkqPb37T/ Happy's Place: https://www.facebook.com/share/17KTXW9yUj/ Keywords adult friendships, making friends, social connections, dating, hygiene standards, vulnerability, personal growth, meaningful relationships, overcoming loneliness, midlife friendships

    36 min
  2. 2025-11-28

    Dating in Midlife

    Dating in Midlife In this episode of Feedbag, Nat Lauzon and Rupert dive into the world of midlife dating, sharing their personal experiences and insights from their four-year relationship. They discuss the challenges of online dating, the importance of profiles, and the dynamics of first impressions. The conversation also touches on bad date stories, red flags, and green flags in dating, as well as the etiquette of paying on dates. With humour and honesty, they explore what it's like to navigate the dating scene in your 50s. Takeaways Midlife dating can be fun and rewarding. Online dating profiles should be engaging and honest. Both men and women experience challenges in online dating. Reading profiles is crucial for making a connection. Humour and creativity in profiles can attract attention. Bad date stories often reveal red flags. Green flags include humour and genuine interests in profiles. Paying on dates can reflect respect and intention. Navigating weirdness is part of dating in your 50s. Communication is key in any relationship. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Midlife Dating 02:51 The Journey of Online Dating 06:05 Experiences with Dating Profiles 08:54 The Importance of Personal Connection 10:17 DMs from dummies 14:03 Green Flags/Red Flags 14:41 Navigating Bad Dates 16:25: Rupert and Nat Bad Date Stories 28:30: Dating Emojis 26:47. Who Pays? 32:30: When Do You Google Someone? 35:00. Something Nat Hates Keywords midlife dating, online dating, dating apps, dating profiles, bad date stories, red flags, green flags, dating advice, relationships, dating in your 50s

    39 min
  3. 2025-11-14

    Living Alone In Midlife

    Living Alone in Midlife: Living alone in midlife isn’t necessarily lonely—it can be liberating! Even while part of a couple. In this episode, Nat talks benefits, drawbacks, and why some couples choose separate roofs. In this episode of Feedbag, Nat Lauzon explores the nuances of living alone in midlife, particularly for those in relationships who choose to live apart. She shares personal insights and experiences, discussing the benefits and challenges of solo living, and offers practical tips for those considering or navigating this lifestyle. The episode also touches on the concept of 'living apart together' and the importance of maintaining social connections. Keywords living alone, midlife, relationships, solo living, living apart together Takeaways Living alone in midlife offers unique freedoms and challenges.'Living apart together' is a growing trend among couples.Decorative freedom is a major perk of living solo.Food freedom allows for personalized dietary choices.Sleep quality improves without sharing a bed.Social connections are crucial for happiness.Embrace the change and explore new opportunities.Plan for unexpected situations when living alone.Solo living can lead to greater self-awareness.Building a personal space is empowering. Chapters 00:00:00 Introduction to Solo Living00:00:27 Living Alone in Midlife00:00:50 The Benefits of Solo Living00:01:46 Living Apart Together00:02:13 Personal Experiences and Insights00:05:18 Top Three Loves of Living Alone00:09:00 Challenges and Considerations00:09:30 Advice for New Solo Dwellers00:11:58 Conclusion and Call to Action

    13 min
5
out of 5
19 Ratings

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A fun and cozy midlife podcast for grown-ass humans! Relationships, real life, and the quirky stuff that makes us who we are.