Empowered over 50

Miriam

Empowering women over 50 via photoshoots and diving deeper into the women that participating in the photography campaign. Join the movement here: https://www.miriambulcherphotography.com/empoweredover50

  1. #12 From Surviving to Thriving: Michele Eisch on Self-Care, Strength & Saying No

    06/11/2025

    #12 From Surviving to Thriving: Michele Eisch on Self-Care, Strength & Saying No

    Send us a text In this episode of Empowered Over 50, host Miriam Bulcher speaks with Michelle Eisch, who shares her incredible journey through multiple health challenges, including heart attacks, breast cancer, and the loss of her father. Michelle discusses how these experiences transformed her mindset from fear to empowerment, emphasizing the importance of living authentically and prioritizing self-care. She reflects on the emotional and physical challenges she faced, the support she received, and the lessons learned about gratitude and resilience. Michelle's story is a testament to the strength of the human spirit and the power of perspective in overcoming adversity. In this conversation, Michele shares her journey of navigating stress, self-care, and the importance of setting boundaries as a woman. She discusses the impact of stress on health, the challenge of saying no, and the guilt that often accompanies it. Michele emphasizes the need for women to prioritize their own well-being and authenticity, encouraging listeners to embrace their worth and take actionable steps towards self-care. The discussion highlights the transformative power of self-advocacy and the importance of living authentically to foster deeper connections with others. We are looking for women over 50 to participate in our Empowered over 50 Campaign: https://www.miriambulcherphotography.com/empoweredover50

    45 min
  2. #9 Sexy Is an Inside Job: Redefining Desire After 50 w Loriann Stanislawski

    05/21/2025

    #9 Sexy Is an Inside Job: Redefining Desire After 50 w Loriann Stanislawski

    Send us a text In this episode of Empowered Over 50, host Miriam Bulcher speaks with Loriann Stanislawski about the journey of rediscovering one's sense of sexiness and self-identity as one ages. They discuss the impact of motherhood, divorce, and societal expectations on women's self-perception and the importance of wellness in feeling sexy. Loriann shares her personal experiences with boudoir photography as a means of empowerment and self-love, emphasizing that feeling sexy is an internal journey that requires self-acceptance and permission to embrace one's body and identity. In this conversation, Loriann Stanislawski and Miriam Bulcher discuss the journey of women over 50 in embracing their sexuality, fashion, and self-acceptance. They explore the societal expectations placed on women as they age, the importance of self-expression through fashion, and the need for women to give themselves permission to feel sexy and desirable. The discussion also touches on overcoming self-judgment, the benefits of exploring intimacy, and practical advice for women looking to reconnect with their bodies and confidence. Here are the references for books Loriann recommended:   | Book Recommendations:    | The Body Keeps Score:  Brain, mind, and body in the healing of trauma  | Come as You Are: The surprising new science that will transform your sex life And accompanying workbook, The Come as You Are Workbook: A practical guide to the science of sex.   | Dreams of Love and Fateful Encounters: The power of romantic passion  | The Ethical Slut  | Facing Codependence: What it is, where it comes from, how it sabotages our lives  | Feeling & Knowing  | The Intimacy Factor: The ground rules for overcoming the 9obstacles to truth, respect, and lasting love  | The Mindfulness Workbook  | The Pleasure Gap: American women and the unfinished sexual revolution  | The Subtle Art of Not Giving A F#ck: A counterintuitive approach to living a good life Other items: The Wellness Wheel, The Eight Dimensions of Wellness: https://www.headspace.com/mindfulness/wellness-wheel  The Six Dimensions of Wellness: https://nationalwellness.org/resources/six-dimensions-of-wellness/  Maslow’s Hierarchy of Needs (for Nurses):  https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/books/NBK499937/figure/article-26037.image.f1/ We are looking for women over 50 to participate in our Empowered over 50 Campaign: https://www.miriambulcherphotography.com/empoweredover50

    57 min
  3. #6 Getting through cancer at 51 with Joyce Hanson

    04/30/2025

    #6 Getting through cancer at 51 with Joyce Hanson

    Send us a text In this episode of Empowered Over 50, Joyce Hansen shares her profound journey through breast cancer, discussing her mindset before diagnosis, the emotional impact of her treatment decisions, and the transformative experience of reclaiming her femininity post-mastectomy. Joyce emphasizes the importance of support systems, self-advocacy, and the power of laughter in healing. Her story serves as an inspiration for women facing similar challenges, highlighting the resilience and strength found in community and self-acceptance. In this conversation, Joyce shares her journey through breast cancer, discussing the emotional and physical changes she experienced. She emphasizes the importance of self-acceptance, the need for proactive health measures like genetic testing and self-exams, and the significance of having a supportive network. The discussion highlights the challenges women face regarding body image and health advocacy, encouraging listeners to prioritize their health and be proactive in their care. Takeaways Joyce believes in laughter as the best cure for illness.She faced significant chaos in her life before her diagnosis.Receiving the cancer diagnosis was a shocking experience.Joyce felt a strong support system from her workplace during treatment.She opted for a double mastectomy to reduce cancer risk.Joyce's experience with expanders post-mastectomy was surprising.She found empowerment through her photo shoots after surgery.Joyce advocates for women to seek genetic testing for breast cancer.She emphasizes the importance of having an advocate during medical appointments.Joyce's journey highlights the need for emotional healing alongside physical recovery. Joyce learned to embrace her body post-cancer.Self-acceptance is crucial in navigating body changes.Genetic testing can provide valuable information for family health.Regular self-exams help in early detection of issues.Mammograms are essential, but not the only option.Women often need to advocate for their health needs.Support systems are vital for those facing cancer.Knowledge about one's body can empower women.It's important to be proactive about health screenings.Emotional well-being is tied to physical health awareness.We are looking for women over 50 to participate in our Empowered over 50 Campaign: https://www.miriambulcherphotography.com/empoweredover50

    45 min

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Empowering women over 50 via photoshoots and diving deeper into the women that participating in the photography campaign. Join the movement here: https://www.miriambulcherphotography.com/empoweredover50