Get It Got It Girl: Midlife Rebuild

Get it Got it Girl
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A podcast for midlife women rebuilding after emotional patterns, life changes, and moments that no longer match who they are. Honest conversations, real mindset tools, and grounded support for starting again differently. Get it, got it, girl.

  1. 2d ago

    S2 E9 Shadow Work For Busy People Who Keep Functioning

    I didn’t expect a five-minute mirror exercise to hit me this hard. I genuinely thought I was done with shadow work, like I’d already “worked on myself” and moved on. Then I sat down with no phone, no noise, no distractions, and just looked at myself. What I saw wasn’t the version of me I carry around in my head. I looked sad. Miserable, even. And it scared me because it raised a bigger question: when was the last time I truly checked in with myself?  That moment helped me see how easy it is to confuse functioning with being okay. I can monitor the house, the work, the people I love, the endless to-do list, and still miss the most important data point: how I’m actually doing. We talk about the difference between being “okay for everyone else” and doing a real self check-in, plus why noticing your emotional state is a form of shadow work that doesn’t require you to dig up your entire past. Sometimes it’s simply paying attention to the parts of you you’ve been avoiding.  We also dig into midlife as a season of paying attention rather than starting over. You can be tired and still excited about your life. You can be struggling and still love who you’re becoming. If you’ve been feeling like you’re going through the motions, this is your permission slip to pause, breathe, and do a “me check” today, even if nothing gets fixed immediately.  If this resonates, subscribe so you don’t miss what we explore next, share it with a friend who’s been carrying too much, and leave a review with your answer: have you done your me check lately? Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

  2. Oct 1

    S2 E8 Wore the Fancy Outfit to Buy Milk

    I made it 20 minutes into an amazing flow… then looked down and realized I never hit record. That mistake turned into the best reminder I’ve had in a long time: you can start over without starting from scratch, and feeling “lost” doesn’t automatically mean something is wrong with you. I talk through what midlife soul-searching actually looks like when you stop panicking and start paying attention. We get into intentional living, self-discovery, and the small clues that point to what you want next: creativity you didn’t know you had, the courage to call yourself a podcaster even if you’re new, and the difference between getting more information and not trusting yourself. I share how imposter syndrome shows up, why lived experience counts, and how one honest story can make a difference for someone listening. Then we go practical. I’m chasing joy on purpose, from planning travel (yes, the snowy Colorado train ride dream) to finally doing the simple things I’ve put off for years. I also unpack decluttering and personal style, including why “comfort clothes” matter, how confidence changes when you dress like yourself, and my challenge for the week: wearing a dressy outfit just to go grocery shopping. We also touch on rebuilding self-esteem after unhealthy relationships, leaving a soul-sucking job, navigating vision loss, adapting instead of trying to control the uncontrollable, and journaling questions that cut through overthinking. If any part of you feels restless, curious, or ready for a reset, press play. Subscribe, share this with a friend who’s questioning their next step, and leave a review if it helps. What’s one area of your life you’re suddenly curious about again? Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

  3. Sep 24

    S2 E7 Somewhere Along the way I lost my Spark

    Your life can change so much that one day you look up and think, “Is this it?” That question isn’t always depression. Sometimes it’s clarity. Tina gets real about missing the version of herself who had more freedom, more spontaneity, and more excitement and how that loss can show up as quiet, repetitive days that feel like going through the motions. We talk about what happens when the calendar fills with doctor’s appointments, responsibilities and recovery mode. Leaving an unhealthy relationship, cutting back on drinking, losing the ability to drive, and spending more time at home can be the right choices and still leave you grieving the fun parts of you. The big takeaway is simple and sharp: you can get really good at handling life, but forget to actually live it. From there, we explore a midlife reset that doesn’t require becoming who you were 20 years ago. It’s about bringing the best parts forward: confidence, humour, laughter, dancing, a little wild, and the feeling of having something to look forward to. A surprising thread runs through self-expression and style. A choker becomes a symbol for all the “rules” we make about acting our age. Who said we can’t wear the thing, go to the place, try the hobby, meet new people, or say yes again? This conversation is packed with practical, doable steps for personal growth, midlife reinvention, and reconnecting with yourself: start small, choose one outfit that feels like you, plan one non-obligation, try one new place, call one person you miss, and let curiosity lead. If any of this hits close to home, listen and then share your answer: what part of your old self do you miss most? Subscribe, share with a friend who needs a spark, and leave a review so more people can find the show. Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

  4. Sep 17

    S2 E6 When the Mural Started Dancing

    The moment I realized the mural was dancing, I knew my night had crossed into unfamiliar territory. What started as a fun club hang with an old friend and a little something I thought was marijuana turns into a sharp lesson about perception, risk, and the stories we laugh at later because we survived them. I walk through the exact chain of events: the music that suddenly sounds “different,” the shock of feeling truly drunk after only two drinks, and the creeping question that changes everything: what exactly did I just take? We don’t glamorize it. We talk plainly about harm reduction, drug safety, and why mixing alcohol with anything unknown can turn confidence into danger fast. Most of all, we name the quiet skill that can save you: listening to your body when your brain is still trying to catch up. The turning point is a decision a lot of people avoid until it’s too late: pulling over and refusing to keep driving. From there, we widen the lens into personal growth and self-awareness. Being grown isn’t knowing everything. It’s knowing when you don’t know what’s happening, choosing the safer option, and refusing to make a shaky situation worse just to protect your ego. If you’ve ever told yourself “I’m fine” while something inside you whispered otherwise, this one will hit. Subscribe, share it with a friend who needs the reminder, and leave a review with the moment you learned to trust your own warning signs. Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

  5. Sep 14

    S2 E5 A Head Cold, An Eye Exam, And A Little Hope

    I nearly did not have anything ready to publish, and that awkward moment turned into the most honest lesson I can share: rebuilding your life is not a clean checklist. It is showing up late, sick, and uncertain, and still choosing the next right step. If you have ever felt behind on your own goals, or like your life is being rebuilt in real time, you will feel seen here. We also give a real update on my vision after a retinal detachment, including the emotional tug-of-war between hope and fear. An eye appointment brings new information that suggests driving might not be completely off the table, but everything hinges on upcoming exam results. That uncertainty raises big questions about independence, patience, and what it means to plan a future when key facts are still missing. I also share the surprise of learning my current glasses prescription is way off and why that matters when you are trying to understand what is truly permanent versus what might be improved with the right support. The waiting part is where things get personal. When I cannot control the timeline, my anxiety tries to fill the gap, and that has looked like doomscrolling deep into the night. So I talk through a small, practical change that helps me sleep: putting my phone away at a set time and switching to sleep meditation or calming affirmations instead of content that keeps my brain “on.” If you are stuck in a loop of researching, worrying, and chasing certainty, this conversation offers a gentler approach: breathe, loosen your grip, and take action only when action is available. If this connects with you, subscribe so you do not miss the follow-up after I get my results, share the episode with a friend who needs a steady voice right now, and leave a review to help more people find the show. Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

  6. Sep 4 ·  Bonus

    S2 Bonus You Can Rebuild Without Having It All Figured Out

    A silly song gets stuck in my head and it turns into an unexpected mirror for what rebuilding really feels like at 54. I’m trying to plan my future, set goals, and get my life back on track, but my brain decides to loop “Short Short Man” instead. Rather than fight it, I slow down and ask what that says about my stress, my self-talk, and the way I’ve been carrying this season of midlife reinvention.  I open up about a rude encounter that hit a nerve, even after I shared my eye condition, and how moments like that can flip our minds into protection mode. From there, I talk about the pressure to sound like I have everything figured out, especially when you’re starting over at 50 or navigating a major life reset. Some days I feel motivated and ready to conquer everything. Other days I’m just trying to make it through without letting one small thing ruin my mood. Both kinds of days count.  You’ll hear my unpolished, real-time approach to personal growth: rebuilding without the perfect plan, moving forward brick by bit, and using what I have right now, including recording in a free library podcast room. I even leave in the stumbles because I want this to feel like real life, not a highlight reel. If you’re searching for an authentic podcast about midlife, resilience, mindset, and starting over, this is a reminder that you do not have to be a finished product to begin.  If this resonates, subscribe, share it with a friend who’s rebuilding too, and leave a review so more people can find the show. What’s one small brick you’re laying this week? Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

  7. Sep 3

    S2E4 What If Letting Go Is The Upgrade

    Consider this your warning: if you hear me randomly singing a ridiculous little hook, mind your business. A song gets stuck in my head and it turns into something bigger than an earworm. It becomes a doorway into what my brain is really doing when it refuses to focus on the things I say I care about most like my future, my goals, and the responsibilities that actually matter.  We get honest about the real mental playlist running underneath the music: memories from the past, plans for the present, and the little sparks of joy that keep us going, like my yearly Christmas season trip to my sister’s. Then we shift to the harder stuff that shows up when the lights go out. If you know the late night spiral, you’ll recognise it: replaying the day, rewriting conversations, and letting worry fill every quiet gap. I also share what it’s like to carry disability fears and the nagging thought of not being enough.  We also talk about identity and ego in a surprisingly practical way. I started my podcast in October, I’m past a thousand downloads, and somehow my brain still tries to turn that into “not very good.” That tension matters because two things can be true at the same time: you can be grateful and still want more, proud and still uncertain. We close with a simple but tough theme: rebuilding often starts with letting go, including the “crap we don’t need,” so better things can finally fit.  If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who overthinks at night, and leave a quick review. What thought loop has been living in your head lately? Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

  8. Aug 27

    S2 E3 You Can Show Up Even When You Feel Messy

    We show what it looks like to arrive tired, unpolished, and stressed, then still follow through by planning ahead. We connect a cleaner room and a simpler routine to a calmer mind, especially when ADHD, pain, and low vision make consistency harder.  • waking up late and racing the clock on four hours of sleep  • pre-planning the night before to remove morning decisions  • organizing a bedroom to reduce mental chaos  • finding motivation through a personal “why” and rebuilding at 54  • navigating ADHD tangents, anxiety history, and thoughts on medication without shame  • embracing progress over perfection and taking breaks without quitting  Go do it and then drop a comment or DM me to tell me what your one thing was.  Send us Fan Mail Support the show National Suicide Prevention: 988 US National Domestic Violence Hotline: 800-799-7233 Crisis Text Line: Text HOME to 741741 Disclaimer: This content is for emotional clarity and creative healing.  It is not a substitute for therapy or professional mental health support.

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A podcast for midlife women rebuilding after emotional patterns, life changes, and moments that no longer match who they are. Honest conversations, real mindset tools, and grounded support for starting again differently. Get it, got it, girl.

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