Midlife Strategies for Badass Women

Sue Willoughby
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Midlife Strategies for Badass Women is the unapologetic podcast for women over 40, 50, and beyond who are ready to reinvent their lives, rediscover confidence, and embrace midlife as a season of power—not decline. Hosted by Sue Willoughby, midlife strategist and coach, this show cuts through the BS and gives you real talk, mindset shifts, and proven strategies to help you navigate a midlife reset, reclaim your identity, and start living life on your own damn terms. If you’re a woman navigating a midlife challenges—from career changes, empty nest syndrome, divorce, health and wellness, or rediscovering lost passions—this podcast is created for you. Each episode delivers authentic conversations, empowering stories, and practical coaching strategies designed for midlife women who are done settling and ready to thrive. If you’re craving more confidence, clarity, purpose, and freedom, this is your weekly boost to help you embrace midlife as your boldest chapter yet—stronger, wiser, unapologetic, and completely on your terms. This show will help answer questions like: - What are the best career changes for women over 40? - How can I find purpose and meaning in midlife? - What should I do if I’m feeling lost in midlife? - How do women rebuild confidence in midlife? - What are the most common financial struggles for midlife women? - How can I cope with empty nest syndrome? - What are the best recovery tips for midlife burnout? - How do I rediscover my passions and joy after 50? - Why do women experience an identity crisis in midlife?

  1. 2d ago

    F*ck Your Bucket List: Stop Waiting for Someday

    Bucket lists are where dreams go to die. In this episode of the Pivot Party, I’m making the case for ditching “someday” and actually doing the thing. I’m also kicking off Jessi Jean’s 40-day yapper challenge, because my ADHD brain needs structure, accountability, and probably some adult supervision. We get into the learning loop, aka analysis paralysis, where you take one more course, read six more books, and still don’t feel ready. I’m a self-professed course whore, so I know this one well. I share how playing polo at 63 taught me to learn at the walk before the canter, why a gym class beats three reps and a coffee, and what happened the day I left a pan on the stove for two hours. If something has been simmering on your back burner, this is your nudge to pull it to the front and turn up the heat. Show Notes In this episode: Why I’m still saying f*ck your bucket list“Someday” and the can you keep kicking down the roadLearning paralysis and the course whore confessionLearn, then do. Not learn, learn, learn.Why challenges and accountability work for ADHD brains (and everybody else)Polo at 63: walk, trot, canter130 episodes and the power of showing up weeklyPractice makes progress, not perfectionWhat’s burning on your back burner? Mentioned in this episode: Jessi Jean on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jessijeanhome/Last week’s Pivot Party episode: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-im-pivoting-my-content-now-in-my-60s/id1753943662?i=1000798394285Follow my yapper journey on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suewilloughbyugc and/or https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby Got a pivot you’re working on? DM me on Instagram. I want to hear it. Chapters: 0:00 Learn by doing, not endless studying 0:35 Pivot Party and the Yapper challenge 2:37 Stop postponing your bucket-list goals 4:07 Escape learning and analysis paralysis 5:31 Why challenges create action and focus 7:51 Progressive practice, checklists, and progress 9:42 Take action on what is simmering FOLLOW and CONNECT Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/suewilloughbyugc Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/

    F*ck Your Bucket List: Stop Waiting for Someday

  2. Oct 27

    Why I'm Pivoting My Content NOW in My 60s

    Why am I pivoting my content in my 60s? Because reinvention doesn't have an expiration date, and I'm not about to stop trying new things just because I've reached a certain age. In this solo episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, I'm sharing why I'm changing direction with my content, stepping into the world of user-generated content (UGC), and exploring new creative opportunities as a woman in my 60s. After years of encouraging women over 40 to get out of their comfort zones, embrace change, and stop putting their dreams on the back burner, I've decided to take a fresh dose of my own advice. And here's the thing. This isn't about becoming an influencer or teaching you how to create content. It's about following my curiosity, putting decades of experience to work in new ways, and seeing what happens when I give myself permission to be a beginner again. I'm also talking about why fall is such a powerful time for reflection and personal growth, how slowing down can help you reconnect with your creativity, and why everything you've learned throughout your life might be exactly what you need for your next chapter. In this episode: - Why I'm pivoting my content and exploring UGC in my 60s - How I'm turning years of experience into new creative opportunities - Why you don't need thousands of followers to explore content creation - How curiosity can help you discover your next chapter - Why fall is the perfect time to slow down, reflect, and try something new - How to stop waiting for the perfect moment and start doing the things you've been putting off I'm inviting you along for the journey, including the experiments, the lessons, and probably a few spectacularly awkward moments. Because you don't have to know exactly where you're going to take the first step. What's something you've been curious about trying but haven't quite given yourself permission to do? Tell me in the comments. Subscribe to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women for honest conversations about midlife reinvention, personal growth, creativity, and living life on your own terms. And remember, f**k your bucket list. Start living now. Chapters: 0:00 Solo fall episode and a new pivot 1:24 Exploring user-generated content in midlife 5:01 Why fall is ideal for reflection and change 9:47 Pursuing curiosity instead of staying comfortable 11:43 Recognizing the skills you already have 13:16 Upcoming solo episodes and inspiring creators 14:27 Gratitude, fall encouragement, and farewell Resources & Links Mentioned: Listen to my interview with UGC Creator Megan Collier: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/why-brands-want-you-the-rise-of-the-midlife/id1753943662?i=1000768499395 Megan Collier’s UGC Course: https://stan.store/affiliates/096f07b4-4dc5-41d1-831e-2404e8dc03ba Audiobook Recommendation: The Calamity Club by Kathryn Stockett Follow my new UGC journey on Instagram: https://instagram.com/suewilloughbyugc FOLLOW and CONNECT Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/

    Why I'm Pivoting My Content NOW in My 60s

  3. Oct 20

    Perimenopause, Perfectionism, and People-Pleasing: Why Midlife Feels So Overwhelming - w/ Erin Dougherty

    What if the biggest problem with midlife isn't that you're falling apart, but that you're still trying to hold every damn thing together? Perimenopause, career changes, aging parents, shifting identities, and the never-ending pressure to have it all figured out. Is it any wonder so many women hit midlife and think, What the hell happened, and how did I get here? In this episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with health and wellness coach Erin Dougherty for an honest, funny, and refreshingly practical conversation about navigating midlife without losing yourself in the process. From perfectionism and people-pleasing to emotional overwhelm, self-worth, and the pressure to reinvent yourself, Sue and Erin explore why so many women feel compelled to keep doing more, achieving more, and fixing everything, even when they're running on empty. Erin shares her personal journey through perimenopause, career reinvention, and recovering from perfectionism, along with practical strategies for creating sustainable change. Together, they dig into the power of self-compassion, listening to your body, questioning old beliefs, and learning to recognize when resistance is fear versus when it's your intuition telling you something isn't right. And yes, there are horses involved. Because sometimes a thousand-pound animal can teach you more about yourself than another five-year plan ever will. In this episode, we explore: Why midlife can feel like everything is falling apart at once How perimenopause, life transitions, and changing priorities affect your sense of self Why perfectionism and people-pleasing leave so many women exhausted How to stop trying to fix everything and start making meaningful changes The difference between fear-based resistance and genuine intuition Why self-compassion, body awareness, and emotional resilience matter How meditation, journaling, and EFT tapping can support self-reflection Why you don't need a five-year plan to figure out your next chapter How to give yourself permission to evolve without having all the answers The big takeaway: You don't need to overhaul your entire life, become a different person, or figure out the next 30 years. Sometimes the most badass thing you can do is stop, get curious, listen to yourself, and take one small step toward what actually matters. Chapters 0:00 Perimenopause, midlife upheaval, and losing the filter 5:16 Why women feel responsible for everything 8:12 Personalized coaching for overwhelmed women 17:12 Moving beyond performative goals and fixed plans 26:23 Listening to the body and working with resistance 32:48 Coaching tools: meditation, tapping, and journaling 43:08 Root causes, functional medicine, and hormone care 46:26 How to connect with Erin Doherty Connect with Erin Dougherty: Visit Erin's website to learn about her health and wellness coaching and free clarity call. Website Link: http://www.erincdougherty.com Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/erin.dougherty.186125/ Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/getittogetherwellness Free Gift: http://www.tinyurl.com/freecall15   If this conversation hits home, share it with another badass woman who's tired of trying to hold everything together. Midlife isn't the end of your story. And you sure as hell don't have to have the rest of it figured out. FOLLOW and CONNECT with Sue Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/

    Perimenopause, Perfectionism, and People-Pleasing: Why Midlife Feels So Overwhelming - w/ Erin Dougherty

  4. Oct 13

    Shedding the Good Girl Myth and Embracing LGBTQ Representation with Angela Briones

    Welcome back to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! In today's episode, I am thrilled to chat with fellow podcaster and award-winning writer Angela Briones. Angela hosts "The Gay Podcast for Everyone" and a show about indie podcasting called "Thank You for Joining Me". She shares the unbelievable story of arriving late and sweaty to the Broadway play "Every Brilliant Thing," only to be pulled on stage to perform alongside Mariska Hargitay. Beyond the glitz of New York theater, Angela gets deeply vulnerable about her personal journey. We discuss the heavy cultural conditioning she faced growing up Catholic and Latina, specifically the spoken and unspoken message that women are prettier when they are quiet. Angela shares what it was like to come out at age 30 after hiding in the closet for a decade, how she navigated conversations with her parents about her "roommate," and why representation matters so much today. We also talk shop about the reality of indie podcasting, battling the inner critic, and why taking a break from your creative passions is perfectly fine as long as you do not quit. In this episode, we cover: How Angela accidentally ended up performing on Broadway with Mariska Hargitay. The inspiration behind "The Gay Podcast for Everyone" and helping parents navigate conversations with their LGBTQ kids. Angela's experience coming out at age 30 and unpacking her internalized homophobia. Overcoming cultural "good girl" conditioning and the phrase "Calladita te ves mas bonita". Why your mindset is more important than your microphone when creating content. Sue shares her own coming out story at age 17 and discovering her mother was also a lesbian. Connect with Angela: Podcast: https://www.thegaypodcastforeveryone.com/ Website: https://www.angelabriones.com/ Instagram: https://instagram.com/thegaypodcast_foreveryone and https://www.instagram.com/angbriones.mp3/ FOLLOW and CONNECT with Sue Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to me. I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you: ✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations ✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity ✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention ✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

    Shedding the Good Girl Myth and Embracing LGBTQ Representation with Angela Briones

  5. Oct 6

    Stronger Bones After 40: What Every Woman Needs to Know About OsteoStrong - with Natalie Nicholas

    Welcome back to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! Today, host Sue Willoughby sits down with Natalie Nicholas, the owner of OsteoStrong in Reno, Nevada, to discuss a foundational pillar of aging fiercely: our skeletal system. At 39 years old and freshly divorced, Natalie suffered a severe spinal injury from a ruptured disc that required a microdiscectomy and left her dependent on a catheter for nine months. Faced with a diagnosis of severe arthritis and a loss of confidence in her physical abilities, Natalie began searching for ways to heal. That search led her to OsteoStrong—a global franchise utilizing "impact emulation" to safely trigger bone growth without the risks of heavy lifting or high-impact jumping. She opened her own center in 2020 and has completely rebuilt her body, even joining a flat-track roller derby team at age 48! If you have been told you have osteopenia or osteoporosis, or if you simply want to prevent bone density loss as you age, this episode unpacks exactly how you can stimulate new bone tissue safely. In this episode, we cover: Natalie's harrowing emergency back surgery at 39 and her inspiring journey to reclaim her physical confidence. The science behind OsteoStrong and how "osteogenic loading" triggers the central nervous system to build denser bones. Why building bone tissue safely requires extreme force (up to 7.2x your body weight) without the danger of actual impact. Why you only need 10 minutes once a week to stimulate bone growth, and why adequate rest is critical for recovery. How complementary therapies like Red Light (to stimulate osteoblasts), PEMF (Pulsed Electromagnetic Field) mats, and vibration plates support cellular health and pain relief. The difference between traditional DEXA scans and radiation-free REMS ultrasound technology (EchoLight) for measuring bone quality. Resources & Links Mentioned: Website Link: http://www.osreno.com Facebook Link: https://www.facebook.com/OsteostrongReno/ Instagram Link: https://www.instagram.com/osteostrongreno/ Find an OsteoStrong location near you at https://osteostrong.me Chapters: 0:00 Bone health and osteoporosis in midlife 1:59 Natalie’s back injury and recovery journey 8:45 How OsteoStrong stimulates bone strength 18:20 Why Natalie invested in an OsteoStrong franchise 24:30 Results, recovery, and complementary wellness tools 34:06 Confidence, falling safely, and roller derby 41:03 Finding OsteoStrong locations and franchise background 46:26 Final thoughts and Reno contact information   FOLLOW and CONNECT with Sue Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to me. I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you: ✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations ✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity ✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention ✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

    Stronger Bones After 40: What Every Woman Needs to Know About OsteoStrong - with Natalie Nicholas

  6. Sep 29

    Stop Waiting Until You're Ready: Breaking the rules with Preeti Suri

    Welcome back to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! Today, host Sue Willoughby sits down with Preeti Suri, the founder and CEO of AdventureTripr. Growing up in India and building a fast-paced corporate career in finance in London, Preeti spent the first 35 years of her life believing she simply wasn't an outdoorsy person. After relocating to Seattle with a six-month-old baby, she found herself battling severe postpartum depression and carrying an extra 60 pounds. Looking for a way to heal, she started going on short neighborhood walks with her baby on her back. Those walks turned into hikes, and eventually, Preeti found herself standing at the summit of Mount Rainier on her son’s second birthday! Realizing that moving her body in nature was the ultimate tool for processing trauma and burnout, Preeti founded AdventureTripr—an online platform connecting beginner adventurers with vetted local guides for curated multi-day trips. In this episode, Preeti breaks down the social, cultural, and economic barriers that keep women from exploring the outdoors and shares her ultimate badass philosophy: don't wait until you're ready; just sign up. In this episode, we cover: How Preeti transitioned from a corporate career in finance to summiting Mount Rainier to lose her last 20 pounds of baby weight. The power of physical movement and nature in healing postpartum depression, burnout, and trauma. How AdventureTripr breaks down barriers for beginners and marginalized communities looking to enter the outdoor space. The difference between traditional tour operators and finding pre-curated, multi-day experiences with vetted local guides. Why booking the trip before you feel fully ready is the actual secret to building confidence. Chapters: 0:00 Midlife adventure and reinvention 1:55 Priy Suri’s path from finance to hiking 12:51 Nature, movement, and emotional healing 18:39 Making adventure travel accessible for beginners 24:48 Group trips, custom itineraries, and local guides 31:17 Building confidence through challenge and community 38:11 Take the first step before you feel ready 40:28 Closing encouragement to plan an adventure Resources & Links: Website: https://adventuretripr.com/  Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/suri.preeti/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suri.preeti/  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/adventuretripr/  LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/adventure-tripr-inc/ FOLLOW and CONNECT with Sue Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to me. I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you: ✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations ✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity ✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention ✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

    Stop Waiting Until You're Ready: Breaking the rules with Preeti Suri

  7. Sep 22

    ADHD is Your Ultimate Creative Superpower in Midlife - with Scott Proposki

    Welcome back to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! Today, host Sue Willoughby is joined by professional photographer and entrepreneur Scott Proposki. Over 27 years, Scott built a massive, highly successful event photography business, working with heavy hitters like Tom Brady, Miley Cyrus, Google, and the White House. But when the pandemic halted live events, Scott lost a $4.2 million client overnight. Instead of walking away, Scott leaned into a late-in-life ADHD diagnosis to entirely reimagine his future. He realized the very traits he once brushed off were the superpowers that built his empire. Now, Scott runs the Photography Business MBA Operating System, a 50-week intensive program helping midlife creatives stop winging it and start building sustainable, profitable businesses. In this episode, Scott shares wild stories from his career, breaks down why creatives need to view AI as "gasoline" rather than a threat, and explains why consistency will always win the game. In this episode, we cover: Scaling a top 1% event photography business and securing contracts with National Geographic and the White House. Navigating the devastating reality of losing a $4.2M client overnight during the pandemic. Getting diagnosed with ADHD in your 50s and reframing neurodivergence as a business superpower. Why creative professionals struggle with business systems and how to define your unique dominant position. How to use AI as "gasoline" to speed up your creative workflows and stay competitive. The power of Bill Belichick's ultimate advice: "Stay the course." Chapters 0:00 Scott Proposky’s photography career and credentials 10:46 ADHD diagnosis as a midlife superpower 20:01 Why Scott did not return to event photography 23:30 Creating the Photography Business MBA operating system 28:24 AI as creative gasoline, not a threat 35:23 Building a business for midlife creatives 41:13 How the 50-week MBA program works 45:09 Showing up, experienced influencers, and final advice Resources & Links Mentioned: Read Scott's book, Camera Focus, Free Download: https://www.camerafocusmethod.com Website: https://www.scottproposki.com Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/scott.proposki Instagram: https://instagram.com/scottproposki * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * * *    FOLLOW and CONNECT SUE Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to me. I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you: ✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations ✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity ✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention ✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

    ADHD is Your Ultimate Creative Superpower in Midlife - with Scott Proposki

  8. Sep 15

    90-Minute Meal Prep System: Eat Healthy Without Living in the Kitchen

    If the thought of meal prepping for the week makes you want to immediately order takeout, this episode is for you. Host Sue Willoughby sits down with Britney Holmes, co-founder of Axios Wellness and the brains behind Whole Food Freedom, to break down how you can prep a week's worth of healthy lunches and dinners in just 90 minutes. Britney shares her incredible personal health journey. In 2017, she and her husband Ed were both over 300 pounds. Suffering from intense brain fog, unexplained tingling, and debilitating fatigue, Britney eventually discovered functional medicine and was diagnosed with Hashimoto’s, leaky gut, and candida overgrowth. Told she had to completely eliminate grains, dairy, and refined sugar, Britney—a self-proclaimed foodie—refused to live on bland food. Instead, she developed a mix-and-match cooking system that prioritizes flavor and ultimate time efficiency. Tune in to learn how to master active versus passive cooking, why coconut aminos are a must-have pantry staple, and how to finally make a grain-free, dairy-free pizza that actually tastes good. In this episode, we cover: Britney's transformative health journey, overcoming Hashimoto's, and losing weight alongside her husband. The critical difference between conventional and functional medicine when treating root-cause symptoms. The "Mix-and-Match" meal prep method: making four different proteins and versatile sides to prevent food boredom. Active vs. passive cooking: How to maximize your oven, Instant Pot, and air fryer simultaneously while chopping vegetables. Simple ingredient swaps, like using coconut aminos instead of soy sauce to support hormone and thyroid health. How to whip up healthy, homemade mayonnaise in just 30 seconds using an immersion blender. Information on Britney's 6-Week Reset program and her new Healthy Holidays guide for guilt-free celebrations. Chapters: 0:00 Introducing Brittany Holmes and Whole Food Freedom 4:09 Brittany’s health crisis and food-healing journey 20:05 Finding support and building sustainable food habits 32:54 Six-week reset and virtual cook-along program 38:06 Kitchen tools, pantry setup, and meal-prep readiness 39:45 How to connect with Brittany and Whole Food Freedom Resources & Links Mentioned: Connect with Britney via email at britney@axioswellness.com to learn more about the 6-Week Reset program. Healthy Costco Guide: https://stan.store/axioswellness/p/get-my-healthy-costco-guide-now Healthy Breakfast Guide: https://stan.store/axioswellness/p/get-my-healthy-breakfast-guide-now Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/britneyholmes_/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/britney.mac FOLLOW and CONNECT with Sue Website - https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/ Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoaching/ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/ Linkedin - https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to me. I would love to help you on your journey to sharing your story and passion. #LifeWorthBeing #Transformation #LifeCoach #Women #Empowerment #PersonalGrowth #InnerStrength #PurposefulLiving #MidlifeTransformation #Mindfulness #Mindset #SelfDiscovery #WomenEmpowerment #midlifestrategies  🔥 Welcome to Midlife Strategies for Badass Women 🔥 I’m Sue Willoughby—Badass Midlife Strategist, life coach, and your partner in breaking rules, rewriting the script, and thriving unapologetically after 40. This channel is for women who are DONE playing small. If you’re ready to ditch the “shoulds,” reclaim your power, and live a bold, joyful, purpose-driven life—you’re in the right place. Each week, you’ll get real talk, raw stories, and badass strategies to help you: ✨ Smash through self-doubt and limitations ✨ Reclaim your confidence and clarity ✨ Build resilience and embrace reinvention ✨ Create a midlife that feels authentic, aligned, and f*cking powerful This isn’t just a podcast—it’s a movement. A community of women who are tired of waiting and ready to step into their next-level life, unapologetically. 👉 Hit subscribe and turn on the bell so you never miss an episode. Let’s rise, rebel, and reinvent midlife—together.

    90-Minute Meal Prep System: Eat Healthy Without Living in the Kitchen
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Midlife Strategies for Badass Women is the unapologetic podcast for women over 40, 50, and beyond who are ready to reinvent their lives, rediscover confidence, and embrace midlife as a season of power—not decline. Hosted by Sue Willoughby, midlife strategist and coach, this show cuts through the BS and gives you real talk, mindset shifts, and proven strategies to help you navigate a midlife reset, reclaim your identity, and start living life on your own damn terms. If you’re a woman navigating a midlife challenges—from career changes, empty nest syndrome, divorce, health and wellness, or rediscovering lost passions—this podcast is created for you. Each episode delivers authentic conversations, empowering stories, and practical coaching strategies designed for midlife women who are done settling and ready to thrive. If you’re craving more confidence, clarity, purpose, and freedom, this is your weekly boost to help you embrace midlife as your boldest chapter yet—stronger, wiser, unapologetic, and completely on your terms. This show will help answer questions like: - What are the best career changes for women over 40? - How can I find purpose and meaning in midlife? - What should I do if I’m feeling lost in midlife? - How do women rebuild confidence in midlife? - What are the most common financial struggles for midlife women? - How can I cope with empty nest syndrome? - What are the best recovery tips for midlife burnout? - How do I rediscover my passions and joy after 50? - Why do women experience an identity crisis in midlife?

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