The Midlife Reinvention: How to Find Your Ikigai, Deal with Imposter Syndrome & Build Your Confidence in Career & Life Transi

Kavita Ahuja, Founder of It's My Time Now Coaching, Inspired By Mel Robbins, Oprah Winfrey, Brene Brown, Deepak Chopra, Vishen Lakhiani, Cathy Heller
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Are you experiencing a Career or Life Transition, and are asking yourself "What's Next"? Join Kavita Ahuja, Certified Career and Life Transitions Coach, and founder of It's My Time Now Coaching https://itsmytimenowcoaching.com/ as she gives her own wonderful insights and interviews incredible women across the globe will give you inspiration to rediscover who you really are, what you really want, and how to get there! You will learn how to overcome obstacles, find your true calling, and make your next chapter in life your best chapter ever. Reinvention doesn't mean giving up everything; it means rediscovering what has always been inside of you and bringing that out into the world. If not now, when? If would like to dive deeper into how Kavita can help you make your vision for yourself a reality, book a complimentary consultation with Kavita here: https://imtncoach.com/bu-pc-bc-ka

  1. 2D AGO

    #287: 5 Practical Shifts to Reclaim Yourself During Midlife Transitions

    Send us Fan Mail Are you in midlife and sensing that the life you’ve been holding together no longer fits the woman you’re becoming? This mini episode speaks directly to women navigating midlife changes in career, identity, relationships, health, or purpose who feel stretched, depleted, or unsure of what comes next. Instead of pressuring you to reinvent yourself through a dramatic overhaul, it offers a more honest and grounding path back to who you already are. In this episode you’ll discover: How to view midlife reinvention as self-reclamation instead of starting over.Why clarity often comes after taking one honest step, not before.Practical reminders for recognizing depletion, naming your needs, and honoring yourself in small but meaningful ways. Press play to hear five grounding reminders that will help you navigate midlife transitions with more clarity, self-compassion, and courage. If you are navigating a career or life transition and want support in finding clarity on your next chapter, schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita or take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz to get clear on what is holding you back. _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    12 min

  2. 5D AGO

    #286: How to Navigate Midlife Transitions of Menopause, Grief, Divorce, and Career Change - with Angela Burk

    Send us Fan Mail What if midlife is not the end of who you were, but the beginning of choosing yourself again? When life feels unfamiliar because of menopause, grief, divorce, career change, or shifting family roles, it is easy to wonder who you are now. This episode speaks directly to women in transition who are ready to stop shrinking, release old expectations, and move forward with more honesty, self-compassion, and clarity. This conversation with Angela Burke, author of Real Girls Guide to Midlife, explores what it really takes to move through the messy middle of transition: grief, identity shifts, menopause, career change, and the slow, powerful work of reclaiming yourself. In this episode, you'll discover: Why midlife reinvention is often not about becoming someone new, but about reclaiming the parts of yourself that got buried under years of responsibility and caregivingA simple, honest practice for interrupting old patterns of people-pleasing and shrinking, so you can begin to take up space in your own life againHow to navigate grief in a life transition, whether you are grieving a career, a relationship, a former identity, or the life you imagined you would be living by nowPress play to hear an honest, grounded conversation about what it means to choose yourself - and why the most important question you can ask right now is "why not me, and why not now?" If you are navigating a career or life transition and want support in finding clarity on your next chapter, schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita or take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz to get clear on what is holding you back. _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    41 min

  3. MAR 12

    #285: 3 Things Women in Transition Need to Rebuild Confidence and Move Forward

    Send us Fan Mail What if the clarity you are searching for in this season of transition does not come from doing more, but from finally giving yourself what you truly need? If you’re navigating a life or career transition, it’s easy to rush into the next decision, ignore what feels off, and carry the weight of uncertainty on your own. This episode speaks directly to that experience and shows how giving yourself time, truth, and support can help you move forward with more alignment instead of pressure. In this episode, you'll discover: Why slowing down can help you avoid repeating patterns that no longer fit your life or careerHow telling yourself the truth creates the foundation for real clarity and aligned decisionsWhy support is essential in transition and how it can help you move forward with more confidencePress play to discover how giving yourself time, truth, and support can help you navigate transitions with more clarity, self-trust, and confidence. If you're ready to stop carrying this alone, schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita or take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz to get clear on what is holding you back and what comes next. _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    9 min

  4. MAR 9

    #284: Why International Women’s Day Matters in Career and Life Transitions

    Send us Fan Mail What does International Women’s Day have to do with career transitions, life transitions, reinvention, purpose, and confidence? If you’ve been moving through a career or life transition and quietly wondering what’s next, this episode will speak directly to your heart.  In this deeply personal International Women’s Day reflection, Kavita Ahuja shares why this day matters so much to her, what five years of podcasting has taught her, and why reinvention begins the moment a woman gives herself permission to pause, reflect, and choose what truly fits. In this episode, you’ll discover: why giving to yourself is often the first step toward clarity and reinventionhow to recognize when your version of success no longer feels alignedwhat becomes possible when you slow down, reconnect with yourself, and trust your next chapterhow women supporting women creates confidence, courage, and momentum This is an episode about honoring women’s achievements, but also honoring the courage it takes to pause, reflect, and choose a path that feels more meaningful now. If you’ve been wondering what might be possible for your next chapter, this conversation is for you. If this episode stirred something in you and you're ready to explore what your next chapter could look like, schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita or take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz to see where you stand today. _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    15 min

  5. MAR 5

    #283: Why Imposter Syndrome Gets Louder After You Gain Clarity in a Career or Life Transition

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever noticed that imposter syndrome sometimes gets louder right after you gain clarity about a career or life change? Many women expect imposter syndrome to show up at the beginning of a life or career transition - but it often appears right after clarity arrives. The moment you admit you want something different, your mind may rush in with doubts, questions, and fears about leaving what feels familiar. If you’re navigating a midlife transition and wondering why confidence hasn’t caught up with your clarity yet, this episode explains what’s really happening beneath the surface - and how to move forward without letting doubt take the lead. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why imposter syndrome often intensifies after you gain clarity about making a change.Simple ways to calm your nervous system so fear doesn’t drive your decisions.How to rebuild confidence during transitions by focusing on small, aligned steps forward.Press play to learn how to quiet self-doubt, reconnect with your strengths, and take the next step toward your reinvention with clarity and confidence. If you'd like to talk with me regarding your own imposter syndrome, you can schedule a call with me here _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    6 min

  6. MAR 2

    #282: Imposter Syndrome During Career and Life Transitions and How to Rebuild Confidence

    Send us Fan Mail Have you ever reached a moment in your career or life where something shifts - and instead of excitement, you feel self doubt or Imposter Syndrome? If you’re a high-achieving woman standing at a crossroads - facing a layoff, a promotion that feels heavy, a divorce, a health shift, or simply a growing inner restlessness - you may be questioning everything you’ve built. What used to energize you now drains you. And instead of clarity, self-doubt creeps in. This episode unpacks why Imposter Syndrome intensifies during transitions and why that doubt does not mean you’re incapable - it means your identity is evolving. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why imposter syndrome gets louder during life and career transitions- and what it’s really signalingHow to navigate the “in-between” phase without rushing into the wrong next stepA powerful way to reconnect with clarity and alignment so your next chapter is built on intention, not fear  Press play now to learn how to move through self-doubt with clarity and step confidently into your next chapter without abandoning who you are. _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    16 min

  7. FEB 26

    #281: The Hidden Cost of Your Inner Critic During Career and Life Transitions

    Send us Fan Mail Is your inner critic quietly draining your energy -  while convincing you it’s just being practical? If you’re in a career or life transition and feeling a subtle heaviness you can’t quite name, this episode will resonate deeply. From the outside, your life may look stable, successful, even admirable. But internally, you might feel a quiet misalignment - a spark of curiosity or expansion that gets immediately overridden by responsibility and logic.  Many women aren’t exhausted because they’re busy; they’re exhausted because they’re constantly negotiating with themselves. This mini episode uncovers how that inner friction pulls you out of alignment - and what it really takes to rebuild self-trust. In this episode you’ll discover: A powerful reframe on how your inner critic shifts you into protective, draining energy without you even realizing it Clarity on the difference between fear-based contraction and the expansive energy where your Ikigai lives A simple, practical way to begin rebuilding self-trust - without making dramatic or risky life changes Press play to learn how restoring just 5% more self-trust can shift your energy, realign you with your Ikigai, and bring you closer to the next chapter you’re meant to live. _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    8 min

  8. FEB 23

    #280: How Your Inner Critic Keeps You Stuck and How to Reclaim Your Ikigai Instead

    Send us Fan Mail What if the voice you trust most - the “logical” one in your head - is actually the very thing keeping you stuck? Discover how your Inner Critic keeps you stuck and how to reclaim your Ikigai instead. If you’ve ever felt a quiet pull toward something more - a career pivot, a creative pursuit, a leadership role, or simply a deeper sense of meaning - only to talk yourself out of it with “reasonable” excuses, this episode is for you.  So many capable, accomplished women aren’t lacking clarity or courage. They’re mistaking fear for wisdom. That inner critic - the voice that sounds responsible and mature - may actually be the very thing keeping you from growth, energy, and alignment. When you learn to recognize it, everything begins to shift. In this episode, you’ll discover: How to identify your Inner Critic (or “Gremlin”) and recognize the subtle messages that are quietly limiting your growth. The real internal and external costs of listening to fear instead of alignment How separating fear from fact can help you move toward your ikigai - your true reason for being - with steadiness and confidence. Press play now to uncover the voice that’s quietly steering your decisions - and learn how to move toward your next chapter with clarity, confidence, and purpose. _________________________ Schedule a Clarity and Next Chapter Call with Kavita Take the Career & Life Fulfillment Quiz - find out what's holding you back and how to move forward with confidence. Connect with Kavita on LinkedIn | Instagram | Facebook Visit itsmytimenowcoaching.com New episodes every Monday and Thursday. This podcast explores career and life transitions, helping women find clarity, confidence, and purpose through Ikigai and self-discovery. We cover navigating change, overcoming self-doubt and limiting beliefs, finding your purpose-driven career, and building the courage to start your next chapter - whether you're facing a career transition, life transition, or midlife reinvention.

    17 min
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Are you experiencing a Career or Life Transition, and are asking yourself "What's Next"? Join Kavita Ahuja, Certified Career and Life Transitions Coach, and founder of It's My Time Now Coaching https://itsmytimenowcoaching.com/ as she gives her own wonderful insights and interviews incredible women across the globe will give you inspiration to rediscover who you really are, what you really want, and how to get there! You will learn how to overcome obstacles, find your true calling, and make your next chapter in life your best chapter ever. Reinvention doesn't mean giving up everything; it means rediscovering what has always been inside of you and bringing that out into the world. If not now, when? If would like to dive deeper into how Kavita can help you make your vision for yourself a reality, book a complimentary consultation with Kavita here: https://imtncoach.com/bu-pc-bc-ka

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