The Midlife Chrysalis

Chip Conley
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The Midlife Chrysalis is a one-hour podcast hosted by Chip Conley, bestselling author of Learning to Love Midlife and founder of MEA (Modern Elder Academy). Chip and his high-profile guests – including Maria Shriver, Hoda Kotb, Elizabeth Gilbert, Michael Franti, and more – dive into raw, vulnerable conversations about the profound transitions they’ve experienced in midlife. Listeners get a rare look at how even the most successful individuals have to navigate life’s pivotal changes – and gain practical wisdom they can apply in their own lives for a more fulfilling and purposeful next chapter.

  1. HACE 23 MIN

    The Real Reason You’re Aging Faster Than You Should | Dr. Florence Comite

    You’re not aging the way you think you are, and that changes everything. In this episode, Chip sits down with Dr. Florence Comite, Yale-trained physician, longevity expert, and author of Invincible, to explore a smarter, more personal approach to health and aging. Blending science with a powerful personal story, she challenges everything we think we know about living longer. Here’s what you’ll learn: Why your genes don’t control your futureThe truth about biohacking and why most of it failsWhy sleep is the #1 overlooked longevity toolHow men and women age differentlyThe hidden role of blood sugar in disease If you want to age smarter, not just longer, start here. 🎧 Watch now and start taking control of your health destiny. Timestamps: (08:02) Childhood and immigrant family background (09:39) Early sense of purpose and survival mindset (11:58) Therapy and work-life reflection (13:38) Journey into longevity and medicine (20:41) Founding women’s health program (25:03) Longevity industry and biohacking (26:03) Why men are obsessed with longevity (29:59) Hormones, relationships and midlife challenges (34:29) Male vs female aging differences (38:29) Biohacking myths explained (43:02) Personalized medicine and genetics (45:18) Defying genetic destiny (48:27) Key longevity practices discussion (50:08) Importance of sleep for longevity (51:49) Blood sugar and metabolic health (55:27) Final reflections on longevity (56:34) Life philosophy and wisdom (57:20) Embracing change and growth Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/ #Longevity #HealthyAging #Biohacking #PrecisionMedicine #SleepHealth #BloodSugar #MetabolicHealth #HormoneHealth #AgingWell #HealthOptimization #WomensHealth #MensHealth #Genetics #MidlifeHealth #Wellness

    57 min

  2. HACE 2 DÍAS

    Take a Month Off and See Who You Become

    What if you gave yourself 30 days… with nothing planned? In this episode, Chip Conley shares a deeply personal idea he’s exploring: stepping away from a busy life for a full month: no schedule, no expectations, just space to listen, reflect, and reset. It’s not about escaping life. It’s about returning to it with more clarity and intention. Few ideas from the episode that might stay with you: What it actually means to “disappear” for 30 daysWhy hearing your own eulogy might hit harder than you expectThe uncomfortable truth about always being on and reachableWhat happens when you remove all structure from your lifeWhy slowing down feels almost impossible, even when you want it It’s a bold, thought-provoking conversation about slowing down, letting go, and trusting what unfolds next. Watch now and consider: when was the last time you gave yourself space like this? Timestamps: (00:01) Introduction and ranch life (03:14) The idea of “the month I died” (04:45) Social eulogy concept (06:02) Letting go of identity and schedule (07:05) Preparing for a full disconnect (10:05) No productivity goal for the month (13:45) Disconnecting from life and people (15:12) Slowing down and life reset (16:32) Post ambition era (21:11) Workaholic vs calling (23:31) One day reset experiment Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/ #personalgrowth #selfdiscovery #lifereset #mindsetshift #innerpeace #slowliving #mentalclarity #findyourself #lifechange #purposefulliving #burnoutrecovery #selfreflection #intentionalliving #modernelder #wellnessjourney

    23 min

  3. HACE 4 DÍAS

    How to Heal Trauma in Your Body and Mind | Rebecca & Jaimie

    In this powerful episode of the Midlife Chrysalis, Chip Conley sits down with two women who’ve pushed their limits, physically, emotionally, and psychologically, and came out transformed. Meet Rebecca Rusch, a world-class endurance athlete who biked the Ho Chi Minh Trail to reconnect with her late father, and Jaimie Lusk, a former Marine turned psychologist helping veterans heal from deep psychological wounds. Together, they reveal what happens when life forces you to face what you’ve been avoiding. Here’s what you’ll discover: Why midlife isn’t a crisis, but a turning point you can’t ignoreWhat “moral injury” is, and how it quietly shapes your behaviorWhy success and achievement often mask deeper painHow your body plays a key role in healing your mindWhy nature can reset your nervous system This isn’t just about midlife. It’s about what happens when everything you built no longer feels like you. If you’ve ever felt stuck or like something is missing… this one will hit. Watch now. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro (00:44) Meet Rebecca and Jaimie (02:42) From Marine to psychologist (04:32) The moment everything clicked (05:54) Emotional journey behind Blood Road (08:29) A workshop built on nature and movement (09:32) Why you can’t avoid inner work forever (12:20) What is moral injury (15:01) Why you must face the pain (17:40) Success can hide deeper wounds (19:31) Losing identity and starting over (22:35) Midlife isn’t a crisis (25:31) Feeling lost is part of the process (28:05) Reconnecting mind and body (31:25) Push yourself or slow down (33:01) The 3 skills that shape your life (34:16) Wisdom bumper sticker (38:07) Why nature changes everything (40:23) The takeaway from this episode Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/ #MidlifeChrysalis #ChipConley #MoralInjury #MidlifeHealing #TraumaAndHealing #VeteranHealing #PTSDRecovery #EnduranceAthlete #BloodRoad #InnerWorkJourney #MidlifeAwakening #NatureHeals #MindBodyHealing #LifeAfterTrauma #FindYourselfAgain

    45 min

  4. 17 ABR

    Stop Living on Autopilot. Start Living for Real | Bonnie Wan

    Most people don’t realize they’re living someone else’s life until it’s too late. In this episode, Chip Conley sits down with Bonnie Wan, a renowned brand strategist and author of The Life Brief, who has spent decades studying human behavior, and now helps people redesign their lives with clarity and intention. Through her “Life Brief” method, people learn how to cut through the noise and make decisions that truly align with them. Key insights: Why clarity alone doesn’t change your lifeThe one question that reveals what you really wantHow to stop living on autopilotWhat’s really behind feeling stuck in midlife If something feels off but you can’t explain why, this will make it clear. Watch now and start taking your life back. Timestamps: (00:00) Intro and episode setup(04:04) Bonnie Wan introduction (04:44) Early life and path into advertising (07:47) The “Got Milk” story and key insight (13:05) What is The Life Brief (14:46) Clarity and “Fuck Yes” feeling (16:24) Why people feel stuck in midlife (17:10) Powerful questions to change your life (20:00) Marriage crisis and breakthrough (23:06) “Take Our Time” life brief (26:15) From career to calling (30:01) Ambition from the inside out (31:38) What gets better with age (33:09) What does “enough” really mean (35:43) Redefining wealth as relationships (36:11) Designing a slower, intentional life (40:25) “Chase your goosebumps” advice (41:56) Breaking free from the success script (47:40) Final reflections and closing Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/ #LifeBrief #BonnieWan #FindYourFuckYes #MidlifeClarity #LifeOnPurpose #StopLivingSomeoneElsesLife #LifeRedesign #ClarityInLife #MidlifeAwakening #IntentionalLiving #LifeStrategy #PersonalClarity #ReclaimYourLife #InnerKnowing #LifeReset

    52 min

  5. 15 ABR

    Knowledge Won’t Save You. Curiosity Will

    You don’t stay relevant by knowing more. You stay relevant by staying curious. In this episode of Wisdom Wednesday, Chip Conley joins Derek Gehl to break down why curiosity, not experience or intelligence, is the real edge in midlife and beyond. Here’s what stands out: Curiosity is the antidote to irrelevanceAsking better questions beats having the right answersMidlife requires a shift from knowledge to wisdomLearning for no reason can unlock new purposeStaying curious keeps your mind sharp and engaged It’s a simple shift, but it changes everything. 👉 Watch now and start thinking like a beginner again Timestamps: 00:00 Why curiosity improves work and life 03:34 Curiosity as antidote to irrelevance 06:18 Chip’s experience at Airbnb 10:10 Power of asking better questions 12:33 Curiosity vs learning explained 14:46 Curiosity and innovation culture 18:04 Learning for curiosity not productivity 18:48 Turning curiosity into new paths 22:45 How curiosity looks for everyday people 25:51 Learning for the sake of passion 26:56 Lifelong learning and aging 28:38 Curiosity and brain health 29:07 Key question what are you a beginner in 30:12 Creating space for curiosity Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/ #curiosity #growthmindset #lifelonglearning #midlifegrowth #selfimprovement #personaldevelopment #mentalfitness #stayrelevant #learnhowtolearn #askbetterquestions #mindsetshift #reinventyourself #emotionalintelligence #careertransition #wisdom

    28 min

  6. 13 ABR

    She Quit a 30-Year Career to Help Others Rebrand Their Lives | Robin Fisher Roffer

    Midlife might be the moment everything finally starts to make sense. In this episode of The Midlife Chrysalis, Chip sits down with branding expert Robin Fisher Roffer, who spent over 30 years shaping major brands, to explore how those same principles can help you reinvent your life. Robin shares her own powerful transition, stepping away from a successful career to start a whole new chapter, and what she’s learned along the way. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why real change starts by reconnecting with your original storyThe 3 essentials of a strong personal identity: clarity, consistency, and authenticityHow to define your own “tagline” for your next chapterA refreshing way to see midlife as freedom, finally If you’re feeling ready for something new, or just a little more you, this one will stay with you. 👉 Watch now and take the first step toward your next chapter. Timestamps: 03:44 Father’s influence and childhood story 06:55 Early exposure to advertising 08:12 Career path and starting agency 09:56 Brand strategy principles explained 13:34 Intuition and big ideas in branding 16:34 Applying branding to personal identity 18:33 Workshop transformations and examples 20:04 Fast decision-making and creativity 21:59 Rebranding midlife discussion 24:50 Taglines and brand positioning 27:28 Personal midlife transformation 32:26 Moving to Santa Fe and lifestyle 34:48 Wisdom bumper sticker 39:21 Workshop experience and benefits Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/ #MidlifeReinvention #RebrandYourLife #StartOverAt60 #LifeAfter50 #PersonalBranding #FindYourPurpose #CareerChange #NextChapter #SelfReinvention #WomenOver50 #LifeTransformation #PersonalGrowth #SecondAct #MeaningfulLife #MidlifeChrysalis

    46 min

  7. 10 ABR

    Feeling Lost? Use Inner Tracking to Find Your Path| Lee Johnson

    Midlife can feel confusing, off track, or quietly unsettled, and you’re not the only one feeling it.  In this episode of Midlife Chrysalis, Lee Johnson, a mindfulness guide and teacher, shares his journey from ranch life to guiding others through mindfulness and “inner tracking,” offering a grounded and deeply human perspective on finding your way without a clear plan.  Here’s what you’ll take away: • Why feeling lost in midlife is often a turning point, not a problem • What inner tracking is and how it helps you make aligned decisions • How to trust your path even when nothing feels certain • Why disconnection is so common and how to reconnect with yourself • A simple awareness practice you can use right away  If midlife has you questioning your direction, this conversation will bring clarity and calm. Watch now and start finding your way back.  Timestamps: 00:00 Introduction and welcome 00:22 Lee Johnson’s origin story 01:10 Early influences and spiritual mentors 02:56 Energetic imprint and childhood experiences 04:00 Alaska years and connection to nature 05:30 Holistic health and yoga ashram journey 07:09 Life at Kripalu and spiritual growth 08:30 Native American teachings and Vipassana 09:57 Regenerative agriculture and land philosophy 12:09 Leaving the ranch and searching for purpose 14:24 Joining the ranch and new beginnings 17:17 Transition to teaching and inner work 19:53 Self-doubt and stepping into leadership 21:24 Discovering guided meditation and teaching 22:53 Inner tracking explained 27:37 Intuition and life path insights 30:23 “I don’t know where I’m going…” 31:33 Observations on midlife transformation 35:28 Disconnection and modern life 38:55 Guided inner tracking exercise 44:03 Workshops and teaching approach 47:29 Collaboration with partner Melanie 48:26 Life advice and awareness practice 52:57 Turning wounds into wisdom  Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/  #MidlifeChrysalis #MidlifeTransformation #FindYourPurpose #LifeTransitions #InnerWork #MindfulnessPractice #PersonalGrowth #MidlifeJourney #SelfDiscovery #EmotionalWellbeing #LifeDirection #SpiritualGrowth #ReconnectWithYourself #InnerPeace #PurposeInMidlife

    1 h 2 min

  8. 8 ABR

    Stuck Between Aging Parents and Grown Kids in Midlife?

    You’re taking care of your parents. You’re supporting your kids. But who’s taking care of you? In this Wisdom Wednesday episode, Derek Gehl sits down with Chip Conley to unpack the reality of the sandwich generation and why midlife can feel more overwhelming than ever.  Chip shares key insights on: • The real emotional cost of caregiving • Why this stage of life feels heavier today • How to build a support system that actually helps • Why protecting time for yourself is essential A clear, honest conversation for anyone feeling stretched thin in midlife. 👉 Watch the full episode and subscribe for more real conversations like this.  Timestamps: 00:20 The sandwich generation 01:24 Chip’s caregiving experience 02:49 Importance of support system 04:25 Emotional toll of caregiving 07:31 Having kids later in life 09:27 Adult kids moving back home 10:27 Longevity and caregiving challenges 12:56 Health span vs. lifespan 15:12 Independence and interdependence 16:50 Longevity manifesto explained 18:06 Science vs art of longevity 19:03 Blue Zones lifestyle insight 20:18 Caregiver workshop challenge  Learn more about MEA at ⁠https://www.meawisdom.com/  #SandwichGeneration #MidlifeStruggles #Caregiving #AgingParents #MidlifeCrisis #CaregiverLife #EmotionalBurnout #FamilyCare #Longevity #Healthspan #MidlifeSupport #PersonalGrowth #StressManagement #LifeTransitions #ChipConley

    19 min
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The Midlife Chrysalis is a one-hour podcast hosted by Chip Conley, bestselling author of Learning to Love Midlife and founder of MEA (Modern Elder Academy). Chip and his high-profile guests – including Maria Shriver, Hoda Kotb, Elizabeth Gilbert, Michael Franti, and more – dive into raw, vulnerable conversations about the profound transitions they’ve experienced in midlife. Listeners get a rare look at how even the most successful individuals have to navigate life’s pivotal changes – and gain practical wisdom they can apply in their own lives for a more fulfilling and purposeful next chapter.

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  • Creador
    Chip Conley
  • Años de actividad
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodios
    99
  • Clasificación
    Explícito
  • Copyright
    © Chip Conley
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