Next Chapter Women: She Blooms in Solitude

Jessie B
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This podcast is for the woman standing at her turning point - no longer who she used to be, yet still becoming who she’s meant to be.  We are navigating the emotional, physical, and spiritual transitions that women 40+ face. For our listeners seeking deeper alignment with an emphasis on connecting to the mind, body, and soul, you are in the right place. 

  1. Aug 28

    Beyond Self-Care: Whole Body Healing in 2026, Round Table Discussion

    Send us Fan Mail Beyond Self-Care: Whole Body Healing in 2026 What if self-care is only the beginning? In this episode of Next Chapter Women: She Blooms in Solitude, we go beyond traditional self-care and explore what whole-body healing can actually look like. Jess & Maureen are joined by three returning guests — Jen Zagon, Courtney Somma, and Eileen Hartenstine — each bringing a unique perspective on the physical, emotional, nervous-system, and energetic sides of healing. Together, we explore the difference between managing symptoms and addressing what may be underneath them, and why true healing often requires us to become more connected to our bodies rather than simply trying to feel better in the moment. In this conversation, we explore:  Why self-care can sometimes remain surface-level — and what may be missing beneath it  How chronic stress and trauma can affect the body and nervous system  What it means to actually listen to the signals our bodies are sending us  How TRE (Tension & Trauma Releasing Exercises) and body-based practices can become part of a healing journey  Why nutrition and nourishment can be about much more than calories, food rules, or physical health Perspective on the deeper relationship between nourishment, healing, energy, and wellbeing How emotional, physical, spiritual, and energetic wellbeing can be interconnected  Why healing doesn't have to mean completely overhauling your life  How we can make whole-body healing accessible, practical, and achievable through small shifts  The importance of awareness, curiosity, and learning to listen to what your body is telling you This conversation isn't about adding another list of things women should be doing. It's about going deeper. Because maybe healing doesn't always begin with doing more. Maybe it begins with paying attention. And perhaps most importantly, with realizing that healing doesn't have to become another thing on your to-do list. Maybe moving beyond self-care isn't about doing more. Maybe it's about going deeper. Meet Our Guests Jen Zagon brings a holistic approach to health and wellbeing, focusing on sustainable changes and the everyday habits that can support lasting transformation.  Contact Jen! IG > @jen_zagon FaceBook or at her website here Courtney Somma, NBC-HWC is a health coach who works primarily with women experiencing chronic pain, migraine, fatigue, and gut dysfunction.  Contact Courtney! IG >  @VitalityHolisticHW / FB- Courtney Somma / Snag the liver love wellness bundle here Eileen Hartenstine is a yoga instructor and certified TRE practitioner who works with the body, nervous system, stress, and trauma through movement and body-based healing practices.  Contact Eileen! FB > facebook.com/rememberwhoyouareyoga / www.rememberwhoyouare.yoga / Email> eileen@remememberwhoyouare.yoga Whether you've been exploring holistic health for years or you're simply beginning to wonder why you don't feel like yourself anymore, this conversation offers a different way to think about healing — one that starts with the whole person, not just the symptom. Listen now to Beyond Self-Care: Whole Body Healing in 2026. Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

  2. Jun 23

    From Diagnosis to Daily Practices That Changed Everything with Jen Zagon

    Send us Fan Mail Sometimes the greatest transformations begin with the hardest moments. When Jen Zagon's son was diagnosed with autism, she set out to help him feel better. What she didn't expect was that the journey would transform the health, mindset, and daily habits of her entire family. In this heartfelt conversation, Holistic Health Coach Jen Zagon shares how one life-changing diagnosis led her to explore nutrition, reducing toxins, gratitude, mindfulness, and simple daily practices that helped her family move from overwhelm toward resilience. Along the way, she discovered that healing doesn't have to happen all at once—it often begins with one small, intentional choice. Together, we explore: • How small, consistent habits can support long-term well-being • Why nervous system regulation matters for both caregivers and families • Practical ways to reduce everyday toxic exposure without becoming overwhelmed • The power of gratitude, nature, and mindfulness during life's hardest seasons • A perspective shift every parent can benefit from: "They're not giving you a hard time—they're having a hard time." Whether you're navigating a difficult season, caring for someone you love, or simply looking for sustainable ways to feel more grounded, this conversation offers hope, encouragement, and practical reminders that meaningful change often begins with the smallest steps. Connect with Jen  🌿   Website: https://holisticevolutionwithjen.com/ IG: https://www.instagram.com/jen_zagon?utm_source=qr  Fullscript shop: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/jzagon Face Book: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100070583725805 Thanks for listening to Next Chapter Women: She Blooms in Solitude. If this conversation speaks to you, please subscribe, share it with someone who may need it, and come connect with us on Facebook. Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

  3. Mar 12

    The Body Remembers┃Healing Your Nervous System Through TRE

    Send us Fan Mail  What happens when the body begins to release what it has carried for decades?  This episode is Part 2 of our series, Listening Beneath the Symptoms: A Nervous System Series—where we explore how healing lives in the body through regulation, release, and deeper awareness.  ⚠️ Content Note: This episode includes discussion of childhood trauma, sexual assault, and a brief mention of suicidal thoughts as part of a survivor’s healing journey. Please listen with care and pause if needed.  If you or someone you know is struggling or needs support, help is available in the United States by calling or texting 988, the Suicide & Crisis Lifeline. You can also reach the National Sexual Assault Hotline at 800-656-HOPE (4673) or visit RAINN.org for confidential support.  In this deeply moving conversation, we speak with Eileen Hartenstein, who shares her journey of healing childhood trauma and sexual assault through practices that reconnect the mind and body. After years of talk therapy, Eileen discovered that many of the experiences she had buried were still living in her nervous system. Through yoga and TRE (Tension & Trauma Release Exercises), she began to experience something powerful: the body’s natural ability to release stored stress through tremoring, breath, and awareness.  Together, we explore:  • How trauma and chronic stress can live in the nervous system  • The connection between body awareness and emotional release  • How TRE exercises help the body release stored stress  • The role of yoga and breath in restoring safety in the body  • Why healing is rarely linear—and why that’s okay  • How reconnecting with the body can lead to self-trust and self-compassion  ✨ You can reach Eileen at her website here or find her on FB ~ Remember Who You Are Yoga. Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

  4. Mar 5

    When Mindset Isn’t Enough: How Nutrition Helps the Body Feel Safe to Heal, Listening Beneath the Symptoms (Part 1)

    Send us Fan Mail In this first conversation of our 3-part series Listening Beneath the Symptoms, we sit down with Courtney Somma to explore what becomes possible when women begin looking beyond a diagnosis — and toward the nervous system. Courtney shares her personal journey through chronic illness, migraines, and persistent symptoms — and how shifting her relationship with nourishment, stress, and lifestyle became a turning point in her healing. We explore: • Why only a small percentage of chronic illness is purely genetic • How chronic stress impacts the nervous system and inflammation • The connection between plant-based nutrition and nervous system regulation • Why symptoms are often signals — not random events • Small, sustainable changes that can reduce the body’s overall load This conversation is not about restriction or perfection. It’s about understanding how the body adapts under stress — and how nourishment can become a supportive tool in helping the nervous system feel safer, steadier, and more regulated. Because you are not your diagnosis. And your story is not finished. If this episode resonates, you can learn more about Courtney’s work on IG and YouTube @VitalityHolisticHW and via her website here. Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

  5. Feb 23

    Why You Still Get Triggered (Even After Healing) | A Nervous System Conversation

    Send us Fan Mail 💛 Resources mentioned: Regulate Your Nervous System in Everyday Life, A Guided Reflection Our Nervous System Reset You might think your healing is about your marriage, your trauma, your habits, or your body. But what if it’s actually about your nervous system? In this episode, Jessie and Maureen explore the profound connection between regulation and lasting change. Through personal examples — from reclaiming your voice to being unexpectedly jolted by a familiar sound — they unpack how the body stores protection long after circumstances shift. This isn’t about never reacting again.  It’s about understanding the difference between living in chronic stress and experiencing conditioned responses that briefly surface. They discuss: – Why the nervous system updates slower than identity – How old adaptations can appear in new seasons of life – The hidden cost of staying functional while overwhelmed – Three pathways women use to begin regulating: body, voice, and environment Healing doesn’t erase history. It teaches the body it’s safe now. This episode sets the foundation for the powerful healing stories coming in the weeks ahead; powerful discussions about the gateway to healing ~ the nervous system.  Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

  6. Feb 8

    Radiating in Midlife — No Super Bowl Plans? No Problem ✨

    Send us Fan Mail  ✨ Free Resource: Where You Are Right Now A quiet companion for the in-between seasons. This free reflection invites you to pause, listen inward, and honor where you are — before rushing toward what’s next.  https://growth-catalysts-llc.kit.com/03385c1a4e In this final episode of Reflections from the Middle, Jessie B and Maureen Mansi explore the theme of Radiate — a deeper, more honest expression of self-honor rooted in nervous system awareness, authenticity, and emotional truth. They discuss how personal values shift over time, the importance of recognizing when something no longer feels aligned, and the emotional cost of staying “functional” in situations that quietly disconnect us from ourselves. The conversation also highlights the healing power of solitude, the role of self-love in growth, and how radiance can coexist with grief, change, and uncertainty. This episode is an invitation to trust yourself, release what no longer serves you, and allow your true self to emerge — even in the midst of life’s challenges. Key themes include: Nervous system awareness and emotional healthLetting go of relationships that no longer serveSelf-love as a foundation for healingThe wisdom of solitudeTrusting yourself through changeRedefining radiance in midlifeJoin us as we wrap up this series and discuss radiating through all midlife has to offer us! Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

  7. Jan 26

    Rise in Midlife: Overcoming Single Mom Stress and Moving Forward

    Send us Fan Mail Single motherhood, exhaustion, and responsibility can make it feel impossible to move forward with your dreams. In this episode of Reflections from the Middle, we talk about what it really means to rise when life isn’t ideal. This is Week 3 of our Reflections from the Middle series, where we explore the theme Rise — choosing movement even when your life is full, resources feel limited, and the weight of responsibility is real. Jessie B and Maureen Mansi share honest reflections from their journeys as single mothers navigating different realities — full custody, shared custody, financial pressure, self-doubt, and the quiet fear of wanting more when life already asks so much. In this episode, we talk about:  • Rising without hustle or burnout  • Why sustainability matters more than speed  • The hidden cost of staying still for too long  • How support and community change everything  • Taking small, intentional steps when you don’t feel ready Jessie also shares how discovering the concept of single parent stress syndrome helped her release self-blame and understand that exhaustion isn’t a personal failure — it’s often the result of carrying too much alone. ✨ Free Resource We created a free guided reflection called Where You Are Right Now. It’s a gentle experience that helps you slow down, listen inward, and gain clarity about what this season of life is asking of you.  👉https://growth-catalysts-llc.kit.com/03385c1a4e  ✨ Ready for Support? If you’d like grounded, compassionate support as you navigate what’s next, you can also book a private coaching conversation with us. 👉 That link is below as well. Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

  8. Jan 18

    Perimenopause Made Me Lose My Eyelashes & Changed How I See Myself

    Send us Fan Mail 🌿 Free Guided Reflection If this episode resonates, we created a free guided reflection to help you gently listen to what your inner world may be asking for — no fixing, no forcing, just space to reconnect. 👉 https://growth-catalysts-llc.kit.com/03385c1a4e  Episode 6 Reflections from the Middle | Week 2: Renew  Life isn’t falling apart — it’s asking something new of you. In this episode of Reflections from the Middle, Jessie B and Maureen Mansi explore the emotional, physical, and identity shifts many women experience during midlife — especially around perimenopause and hormonal change. Even when life looks “fine” on the outside, something inside may feel unfamiliar. Your body feels different. Your emotions fluctuate. Your sense of self begins to shift. And it can leave you wondering: What is happening to me? In Week 2: Renew, we talk about: Why midlife changes can feel disorienting and emotionalHow perimenopause and hormonal shifts impact mood, body image, and identityThe hidden cost of resisting change instead of listening to itWhy renewal isn’t about becoming someone new — but honoring who you’re becomingHow awareness and self-acceptance can help you feel more at home in yourself againThis conversation is for women over 40 who feel disconnected, tender, or quietly questioning who they are becoming — and want reassurance that they are not alone. ✨ Renewal doesn’t mean starting over. It means returning to yourself — with compassion. Chapters / Timestamps 00:00 Introduction to Midlife Changes  01:13 Personal Experiences with Body Changes  05:22 Emotional Fluctuations and Mood Changes  10:42 The Importance of Awareness and Acceptance  14:00 Hidden Costs of Not Renewing  17:40 Seeking Support and Community  19:30 Finding Beauty in Becoming 🌿 Continue the conversation (see below)  Support the show Find out more about Jess, Maureen, & how we can support you! Ready to begin your own journey of self-discovery and empowerment? Learn more about our nervous system support, reiki healing, and coaching or book a clarity call: https://sites.google.com/growth-catalyst-llc.com/info/home Begin your journey with the Awakened Woman Workbook—full of tools, prompts, and practices we use in our coaching program.  👉 Grab the eBook here:  https://catalystcoach2.gumroad.com/l/lksdsv?_gl=1*zkl23a*_ga*MTkyNDgyNzY3NS4xNzY0OTY3ODY0*_ga_6LJN6D94N6*czE3NjUxNDA1ODMkbzUkZzEkdDE3NjUxNDA1OTkkajQ0JGwwJGgw Stay Connected 🔔 Subscribe for weekly stories, tools, and conversations to support your healing and next chapter. Come say hi on FB https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61578081170830 Subscribe to our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@nextchapterwomenpodcast

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This podcast is for the woman standing at her turning point - no longer who she used to be, yet still becoming who she’s meant to be.  We are navigating the emotional, physical, and spiritual transitions that women 40+ face. For our listeners seeking deeper alignment with an emphasis on connecting to the mind, body, and soul, you are in the right place. 

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