The Centered Midlife: Reclaiming Our Worth From The Inside Out

Dr. Natalie Marr, Clinical Psychologist and Midlife Expert

For too long, women in midlife have been the shock absorbers for their families and careers, leaving themselves last on the list. But what if the "Crisis" is actually an invitation? Join Clinical Psychologist Dr. Natalie as she helps you navigate the midlife transition with humor, heart, and science to help you shift from external validation to internal peace. The Centered Midlife is your weekly guide to unlearning the "shoulds," healing perfectionism, and reclaiming your worth. You don’t need to fix yourself; you just need to find yourself again.

  1. 5d ago

    How the Need to Be Needed to Feel Loved Is Wrecking My Midlife Relationships

    Summary: Dr. Natalie explores how childhood trauma and cultural conditioning influence women's relationships in midlife, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness and self-compassion to foster healthier connections and personal growth. Previous episode referenced in today's podcast: https://open.spotify.com/episode/0UrV8UKGgDdedTdw50BUdM?si=HphWMDhFTpCeMN4nJTsbNg Keywords midlife, relationships, childhood trauma, self-awareness, self-compassion, women, emotional health, neurochemistry, estrogen, codependency Key topics Impact of childhood trauma on adult relationshipsNeurochemical changes during perimenopauseThe role of estrogen in emotional resiliencePatterns of codependency and caretakingThe importance of self-awareness and self-compassionCultural influences on women's self-worthStrategies for breaking unhealthy relationship cyclesThe significance of therapy and self-reflection Takeaways: Childhood trauma creates ingrained relationship patterns that persist into midlife.Estrogen decline in perimenopause reduces stress tolerance and can exacerbate emotional challenges.Self-awareness and self-compassion are crucial for recognizing and changing harmful patterns.Many women unconsciously conflate being needed with being loved due to early life conditioning.Healing involves understanding the origins of these patterns and actively working to rewrite them. Sound bites "Unhelpful patterns from childhood still shape us.""Estrogen decline reduces stress tolerance.""Neurochemicals protect us, but they fade in midlife." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to childhood friendships and midlife reflections 3555:31:04 Recognizing unhelpful relationship patterns in midlife 7083:17:58 The role of childhood caretaking and its influence on adult patterns 10722:11:40 The neurochemical effects of estrogen decline in perimenopause 14249:58:30 Resentment and relational patterns in women during midlife 17833:18:40 Understanding the origins of relationship behaviors and patterns 19944:25:31 The unprecedented nature of women's midlife experiences today 20638:52:16 Personal stories of escaping dysfunctional family environments 22083:18:59 The importance of self-awareness and self-compassion in healing 23555:32:22 The neurochemical and emotional impact of estrogen decline 251111:05:48 The cycle of resentment and codependency in midlife women 274722:12:33 Changing relationship patterns through awareness and intentionality 288611:05:58 Recognizing residual patterns and the need for self-investment 309444:26:17 The blueprint of needing to be needed and its effects 316666:39:38 The importance of self-awareness in relationship transformation 337777:46:21 Self-compassion and understanding the origins of patterns 350833:19:46 Releasing shame and embracing growth in midlife 366666:39:47 Seeking therapy and support for healing and change 388888:53:11 The urgency of addressing emotional and psychological health in midlife 395833:19:55 Empowering women to own their midlife journey and transformation DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠ ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources): National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlife ⁠⁠or CALL 988 Crisis Text Line:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or Text HOME to 741741

  2. Aug 3

    The Grief Nobody Sent Flowers For: The Hidden Grief of Midlife Transitions

    Summary: Dr. Natalie explores the often overlooked topic of grief and loss in midlife, sharing personal stories and practical insights on navigating transitions, relationships, and emotional healing to thrive in this life stage. Keywords: midlife, grief, loss, relationships, parenting, emotional healing, personal growth, mental health, transitions, self-care Key Topics The role of grief and loss in midlife Transition from transactional to relational parenting Managing relationships and friendships in midlife The importance of feeling and processing emotions Self-care and emotional resilience in midlife Takeaways Grief is a natural and necessary part of midlife transitions. Moving from transactional to relational parenting requires emotional work. Loss of friendships and relationships is common and can be healthy. Feeling emotions fully is essential for healing and growth. Protecting your energy and setting boundaries is vital in midlife. Sound Bites "Loss is a big part of midlife." "Emotions need to be felt." "You can't ignore grief; it will wait." Chapters 00:00Introduction: Grief and Loss in Midlife 02:16Understanding Grief and Loss in Midlife 04:06The Transition from Transactional to Relational Parenting 05:32Dealing with the Emotional Impact of Children Leaving Home 06:28A Personal Parenting Moment and Reflection 07:50The Experience of Residency and Overworking 09:13A Heartfelt Conversation with Her Son 10:39The Importance of Feeling and Processing Emotions 12:05Grieving the End of a Transactional Mothering Role 13:27Building a New Relationship with Her Son 15:17The Concept of Closing the Bones and Transitioning 16:13The Joy of a Centered Midlife 18:07Letting Go of Codependent Behaviors 19:33Embracing the Future and New Possibilities 20:58Healing from Family Trauma and Codependency 22:21The Guilt of Ending Old Relationships 23:44Moving Forward with Self-Compassion 25:41Choosing Self-Care Over Old Patterns 26:40Seeking Support and Professional Help 27:00Disclaimer and Resources for Crisis Support DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠or CALL 988Crisis Text Line:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or Text HOME to 741741

  3. Jul 27

    The Petty Comeback I Didn't Send

    Summary: Dr. Natalie shares a personal story about handling petty moments, grief, and the importance of protecting your energy and self-worth during midlife. This episode offers insights into emotional resilience, boundaries, and self-acceptance. Keywords: midlife, emotional resilience, boundaries, self-worth, personal growth, grief, self-acceptance, mental health, self-protection, life transitions Key topics: Handling petty moments and emotional triggersThe importance of boundaries and self-protectionGrief and loss during midlifeSelf-acceptance and personal growthNavigating relationships and social judgments Takeaways: It's normal to feel petty or triggered; what matters is how you handle it.Protect your energy fiercely and set boundaries around your self-worth.Grief is a layered process, especially during major life transitions.Your self-worth is independent of others' opinions or judgments.Reframing social judgments as small-mindedness helps maintain emotional resilience. Sound bites: "Growth doesn't mean we don't get triggered.""Protect your energy fiercely in midlife.""Your self-worth is independent of others' opinions." Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Petty Moments and Growth 2972:11:16 Sharing Personal Stories of Divorce and Loss 6999:58:15 The Pain of Being Misjudged and Abandoned 11694:25:11 The Fast Pace of Life and Aging Children 14888:52:05 Grief and Rejection in Midlife 196111:05:39 The Temptation to Be Petty and How to Resist 251666:39:27 Understanding Self-Worth Beyond Roles 296944:26:18 Setting Boundaries and Protecting Your Energy 333888:53:07 The Power of Self-Validation and Moving On DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠or CALL 988Crisis Text Line:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or Text HOME to 741741

  4. Jul 1

    How Do You Stop Overfunctioning in Midlife? A Personal Story of Moving, Rest & Letting Go of Shame

    Summary: Dr. Natalie shares her personal journey through moving, shredding decades of paperwork, and navigating midlife challenges, emphasizing the importance of self-awareness, rest, and intentional living during perimenopause. She aims in this episode to quelch the shame we feel when looking back across our lives and realizing how overfunctioning has come at a high cost. Keywords: midlife, perimenopause, self-care, moving, trauma, overfunctioning, regulated nervous system, self-awareness, mental health, personal growth Key topics: Midlife transition and self-awarenessThe significance of rest and self-care during perimenopausePersonal stories of moving and decluttering as a metaphor for life changesTrauma responses and overfunctioning in womenThe importance of creating a sanctuary and setting boundaries Takeaways: Rest is a form of self-love and essential for health during midlife.Decluttering can be a powerful act of self-discovery and healing.Overfunctioning is often a trauma response that comes at a high personal cost.Self-awareness allows for conscious choices that align with one’s well-being.Midlife is an opportunity for renewal and creating a life that feels right.Resources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie:Learn to Love Your Story Coaching- ⁠⁠⁠https://learntoloveyourstory.com⁠⁠⁠Dr. Natalie’s Counseling Practice - ⁠⁠⁠https://nataliemarcounseling.com⁠⁠⁠ If you are in MN, book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Natalie. Facebook:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.nataliemarr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linked In:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@doc.natalie⁠ Sound bites "Looking at it in black and white was profound.""Midlife is a miracle, not a crisis.""Choose yourself every day."Chapters 00:00 Navigating Life Transitions 08:32 The Weight of Paperwork and Memories 17:13 The Cost of Overfunctioning 23:19 Choosing Yourself in Midlife 28:35 Creating a Centered Midlife 34:34 Embracing Change and Choice DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠or CALL 988Crisis Text Line:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or Text HOME to 741741

  5. Jun 4

    Caught in the Middle: Supporting Aging Parents While Raising Children

    Summary This episode explores the challenges faced by the sandwich generation—adults caring for aging parents while managing their own families and careers. Dr. Natalie shares insights on emotional, physical, and financial strains, and offers practical strategies for setting boundaries, seeking support, and prioritizing self-care to navigate this demanding phase of life. Keywords sandwich generation, midlife, caregiving, self-care, boundaries, emotional health, physical strain, financial stress, family dynamics, personal growth Key Topics Statistics on adult caregivers and gender differencesEmotional and physical toll of caregivingFinancial challenges faced by caregiversThe shift from transactional to relational caregivingStrategies for setting boundaries and seeking support Takeaways Prioritize self-care to sustain caregiving capacitySet clear boundaries to protect emotional and physical healthSeek support and resources to avoid burnoutReframe caregiving as an act of self-love and modeling for future generationsRecognize that saying no is a valid and necessary choice Sound bites: "You're not alone in this.""64% report moderate to high emotional strain.""Saying no is a valid and necessary choice." Chapters 00:00 Understanding the Sandwich Generation06:22 Financial Strain and Overwork11:19 Setting Boundaries and Self-Care16:39 Modeling Healthy Behaviors for Future GenerationsResources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie:Learn to Love Your Story Coaching- ⁠⁠https://learntoloveyourstory.com⁠⁠Dr. Natalie’s Counseling Practice - ⁠⁠https://nataliemarcounseling.com⁠⁠ If you are in MN, book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Natalie. Facebook:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠https://www.instagram.com/dr.nataliemarr⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Linked In:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr/⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://www.tiktok.com/@doc.natalieDISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠or CALL 988 Crisis Text Line:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠or Text HOME to 741741

  6. May 22

    The Exhausting Lie that Perfectionism Sold You

    Summary: This episode explores the impact of perfectionism, societal conditioning, and hormonal changes during midlife on women's mental health. Dr. Natalie shares data, personal insights, and practical advice to help women love themselves and navigate this transformative phase with resilience. Keywords: midlife, women, perfectionism, mental health, hormonal changes, self-love, resilience, menopause, societal conditioning Key topics: ​Perfectionism and its impact on mental health​The connection between hormonal changes and emotional well-being​Societal conditioning and self-betrayal in women​Practical steps to cultivate self-love and resilience Sound bites: "Relearn who you are and what you want." "Deserving love even when you screw up." "You do not have to be good." Chapters: 00:00 The Burden of Perfectionism in Midlife 03:24 Understanding the Mental Health Crisis for Women 11:29 The Impact of Hormonal Changes and Medical Misunderstandings 28:13 Reclaiming Self-Worth and Breaking Free from Perfectionism 36:18 Introduction and Disclaimer 37:55 Crisis Resources and Support Resources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie: Learn to Love Your Story Coaching- ⁠https://learntoloveyourstory.com⁠ Dr. Natalie’s Counseling Practice - ⁠https://nataliemarcounseling.com⁠ If you are in MN, book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Natalie. Facebook:⁠ ⁠⁠facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠⁠ instagram.com/dr.nataliemarr⁠⁠⁠⁠Linked In:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr-psy-d-lp-6a9298147⁠⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok:⁠⁠ ⁠⁠tiktok.com/@doc.natalie⁠⁠⁠⁠ Resources: Mary Oliver's Wild Geese Poem - https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poems/45587/wild-geese Women's Health Initiative Study - https://www.nih.gov/news-events/nih-research-matters/women-s-health-initiative Understanding Perfectionism in Women - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/blog/the-moment-youth/201911/the-perfectionism-epidemic Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) Information - https://www.mayoclinic.org/diseases-conditions/menopause/in-depth/hormone-therapy/art-20046372 Disclaimer: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with Learn To Love Your Story coaching ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠ and her private practice ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities are educational ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic or coaching services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources): National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠CALL 988 Crisis Text Line: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Text HOME to 741741

  7. May 7

    Why You Keep Attracting the Same Kind of Relationship (And What to Actually Do About It)

    Episode Summary: Dr. Natalie explores the psychological and physical factors contributing to the rising divorce rates among women in midlife, emphasizing patterns of behavior, stress, and self-awareness. She offers insights into how women can recognize and shift these patterns to improve their relationships and well-being. Keywords: midlife, divorce, women, psychology, self-awareness, patterns, stress, relationships, mental health, self-care Key topics: Statistics on midlife divorce ratesPsychological patterns in women’s relationshipsImpact of hormones and stress on midlife women Sound bites: "The average age of divorce is 45." "Women initiate 66% of divorces." "People pleasing patterns are deeply ingrained." Chapters: 00:00 Understanding Divorce Statistics and Trends 03:23 Psychological Patterns in Midlife Women 16:07 Breaking the Cycle of People-Pleasing 27:47 Empowering Women to Embrace Change Resources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie: Learn to Love Your Story Course - https://learntoloveyourstory.comDr. Natalie’s Counseling Practice - https://nataliemarcounseling.com If you are in MN, book your free 15-minute consultation with Dr. Natalie. Facebook: ⁠⁠facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ instagram.com/dr.nataliemarr⁠⁠⁠Linked In: ⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr-psy-d-lp-6a9298147⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok:⁠ ⁠⁠tiktok.com/@doc.natalie⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠CALL 988Crisis Text Line: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Text HOME to 741741

  8. Apr 22

    Understanding Trauma Beyond the Bad Things - A Midlife Lesson

    Summary: Dr. Natalie explores the impact of childhood trauma, emotional health, and resilience in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of showing up for oneself, understanding trauma beyond the obvious, and building internal resources for a centered midlife. Keywords: trauma, midlife, emotional health, resilience, childhood experiences, self-worth, connection, coping strategies Key Topics: Trauma and childhood experiencesThe impact of emotional health in midlifeStrategies for showing up and building resilience Takeaways: Trauma is not just what happens to us but whether we have resources to manage it.Showing up for yourself daily is crucial for growth in midlife.Connection and empathy are powerful tools for managing emotional distress.Understanding your childhood experiences can inform your midlife health.Self-compassion and small steps are key to navigating midlife challenges. Sound bites: "Being an outsider in childhood can be traumatic" "Trauma impacts hormones and physical health" "Good days in midlife are moments to cherish" Chapters: 00:00 Embracing Midlife Challenges 10:30 The Role of Connection in Healing 18:58 Strategies for Navigating Midlife 21:12 Introduction and Disclaimer 22:49 Crisis Resources and Support Resources: Center for the Study of Trauma and Resilience - https://traumaresilience.org/Attachment Theory by John Bowlby - https://www.amazon.com/Attachment-Theory-John-Bowlby/dp/0465026504Therapy for Trauma and Emotional Health - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapistsResources & Links to Connect with Dr. Natalie:Website:⁠ ⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook: ⁠⁠facebook.com/learntoloveyourstory⁠⁠⁠Instagram:⁠⁠⁠ instagram.com/dr.nataliemarr⁠⁠⁠Linked In: ⁠⁠⁠linkedin.com/in/natalie-m-marr-psy-d-lp-6a9298147⁠⁠⁠Tik Tok:⁠ ⁠⁠tiktok.com/@doc.natalie⁠⁠⁠DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with ⁠⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠)⁠, ⁠(⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://NatalieMarrCounseling.com⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠),⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):National Suicide Prevention Lifeline: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://suicidepreventionlifeline.org⁠/⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠CALL 988Crisis Text Line: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.crisistextline.org/⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Text HOME to 741741

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For too long, women in midlife have been the shock absorbers for their families and careers, leaving themselves last on the list. But what if the "Crisis" is actually an invitation? Join Clinical Psychologist Dr. Natalie as she helps you navigate the midlife transition with humor, heart, and science to help you shift from external validation to internal peace. The Centered Midlife is your weekly guide to unlearning the "shoulds," healing perfectionism, and reclaiming your worth. You don’t need to fix yourself; you just need to find yourself again.

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