My Midlife Memoir: An Ode to Self

Jennifer
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What if midlife isn't a crisis to survive, but an opportunity to finally come home to yourself? Join Jennifer, a researcher and non-fiction writer, as she explores intergenerational and racial trauma, self-discovery, and the journey from self-criticism, even self-hatred at times, to a celebration of self. As she writes her memoir in real time, Jennifer shares personal reflections, research-informed insights, uncomfortable truths, and unexpected connections.

Episodes

  1. Nov 2

    Episode 3: Midlife and "Self-Love"

    Is self-love really the goal when you live with the effects of trauma? In this episode of My Midlife Memoir: An Ode to Self, Jennifer explores self-hatred, the inner critic, perfectionism, and why being told to “just love yourself” can feel so dismissive. Through personal memoir reflections and decades of healing, she considers what it really takes to move from self-hatred toward self-awareness, self-trust, and self-understanding. A thoughtful conversation about midlife, emotional healing, and learning to reconnect with yourself. Plus, a trauma-informed tip for writing memoir and navigating difficult memories.

  2. Oct 26

    Episode 2: Midlife and Turning Fifty

    What does turning 50 mean when you’re rethinking your identity, confronting childhood trauma, and finally pursuing the dreams you’ve carried for decades? In this episode of My Midlife Memoir: An Ode to Self, Jennifer shares her journey of writing a memoir that explores how childhood experiences, intergenerational trauma, and racial trauma shape our relationship with ourselves. Through the process of revisiting painful memories, she reflects on family history, healing, and the courage it takes to tell the stories we’ve spent a lifetime avoiding. If you’re interested in memoir writing, midlife reinvention, personal growth, and understanding how the past shapes who we become, join Jennifer as she writes her way toward a deeper understanding of herself.

  3. Oct 19

    Episode 1: Welcome, Welcome, Welcome!

    Welcome, welcome, welcome! In this first episode, I’m answering five questions to introduce myself, my memoir-in-progress, and what you can expect from My Midlife Memoir: An Ode to Self. Think of my podcast as a cozy little space to step into, away from your busy day, let your mind wander, and explore what it means to come home to yourself. We’ll talk about writing, intergenerational and racial trauma (major themes in my memoir). We'll also consider what happens when we stop trying so hard to fix ourselves and learn to celebrate who we are and how far we've come. So settle in with your headphones, get comfortable, and let’s get to know each other. What if midlife isn’t about becoming someone older, slower, and wrinklier (as pop culture would have us believe), but about finally BEING who are we ARE without fear, shame or hesitation?

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What if midlife isn't a crisis to survive, but an opportunity to finally come home to yourself? Join Jennifer, a researcher and non-fiction writer, as she explores intergenerational and racial trauma, self-discovery, and the journey from self-criticism, even self-hatred at times, to a celebration of self. As she writes her memoir in real time, Jennifer shares personal reflections, research-informed insights, uncomfortable truths, and unexpected connections.

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