Midlife Freedom

Lindsay de Swart
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Midlife is an awakening, not a crisis! It's also about a lot more than menopause! This podcast shines a light on the often missed opportunity of being an empty nester, searching for a new purpose and creating a new chapter for the future.  You'll hear guest interviews and insights on finding your inner strength, making brave decisions and taking a leap to live with courage! We talk about happiness, relationships, money, family, work and love, and a good dose of 'woo' too!  Find out more at https://linktr.ee/Lindsayds

  1. 10/24/2025

    Play to your strengths using your cycle through menopause

    Have you ever wondered why your energy, mood, and creativity still seem to follow a rhythm — even after menopause? In this fun episode of the Midlife Freedom Podcast, I’m joined by Alex Coble-Frakes and Anna Sneed, founders of The Agenda Period, to explore how your natural cycle continues to influence your energy, relationships, and sense of purpose — even in midlife and beyond. You'll find out about how your monthly and moon cycles mirror the seasons, how to live and work in tune with your body, and why understanding your hormonal rhythm can transform your confidence, relationships, and wellbeing. ✨ You’ll discover: How your inner seasons affect your energy and focusWhy perimenopause brings deep clarity (and big life changes!)How to track your energy using the moon after your cycle stopsWays to release guilt, honour your rhythm, and thrive in midlifeWhether you’re perimenopausal, post-menopausal, or simply ready to reconnect with your body’s wisdom — this conversation will open your eyes to a whole new level of self-understanding.  You can find Alyx and Anna at their Website or on Instagram.   If this episode resonates with you, don’t forget to like, subscribe, and share it with another midlife woman who needs a reminder of how powerful she truly is. Find more juicy content on Instagram to get you closer to your Midlife Freedom. Find out more and get resources at Midlife Freedom Linds on YouTube Join the Midlife Freedom Club for podcasts, live coaching and mini courses to help you design and create your next chapter. Please leave a review too! Reviews are the life force of podcasts! If you're enjoying the show, try buying me a coffee! Thanks, it'll keep me going while I record some future episodes for you.

    32 min

  2. 08/21/2025

    Life after corporate - creating more purpose and freedom with Brenda Rigney

    In this episode, we talk about how to reinvent yourself after divorce in midlife, especially if you’ve spent years following expectations that no longer feel true to you. Brenda Rigney shares her journey of leaving a corporate career for more freedom and purpose, and the powerful lessons she learned along the way. The links mentioned are: 1. Brenda's Aligned AF community 2. Midlife Freedom Club This conversation is full of inspiration for any midlife women want to find happiness and success on their own terms, proving that it’s never too late to create a life that feels aligned and fulfilling.Brenda Rigney, entrepreneur, community builder, and founder of the Aligned AF mastermind. Brenda shares her raw and inspiring story of midlife reinvention—navigating divorce, leaving a high-powered corporate role, and learning to finally define happiness on her own terms.👉 If you’ve ever found yourself “checking all the boxes” in life but still feeling deeply unfulfilled, this episode will resonate.What We Talk About in This Episode:🌱 The years of coasting in an “unaware state” before realizing change was inevitable💔 Facing the truth about an unhappy marriage and “operationalizing” divorce like a project plan🏝 The pivotal gap year that included travel, reflection, and discovering new purpose💡 How corporate success can mask personal unhappiness—and why entrepreneurship forces deeper self-awareness✨ The importance of defining your own vision, values, and goals in midlife👩‍👧 Breaking generational patterns and teaching her daughters to never live by “shoulds”🌍 Building community and creating impact through her Aligned AF programs Brenda’s story is a reminder that midlife can be the ultimate invitation to stop living by others’ expectations and design a life that feels free, meaningful, and aligned.

    41 min
  3. Reinvention at Any Age: Lori Pappas on Wisdom, Resilience & Saying Yes to Life

    05/24/2025

    Reinvention at Any Age: Lori Pappas on Wisdom, Resilience & Saying Yes to Life

    In this inspiring episode, I’m joined by the remarkable Lori Pappas, who shares her extraordinary journey of personal and professional reinvention. Now in her 70s, Lori reflects on why this might just be the best decade of her life. From breaking through early career challenges in a male-dominated industry to spearheading meaningful projects in Ethiopia, Lori brings wisdom, humour, and heartfelt stories to the conversation. We explore what it means to reinvent yourself at any age, the power of choosing how we respond to life’s challenges, and how cultural experiences can profoundly shape who we are. Lori opens up about: Why multitasking is one of women's greatest assets How setting boundaries has protected her energy The transformational power of saying yes Her transition from being a doer to embracing simply being What it was like writing a book to encapsulate her journey and lessons We also talk about creating an action plan for life, navigating recovery, and how sharing our stories can spark healing in others. This is an episode full of warmth, encouragement, and perspective. Whether you're contemplating your next chapter or already on the journey, Lori’s insights will remind you that reinvention is not only possible—it’s powerful. 🔗 Connect with Lori Pappas:Visit her website at  www.loripappas.com Come and join us on YouTube and Instagram Check out other products and services

    42 min
  4. 'Maybe I can' with Debbie R Weiss

    04/25/2025

    'Maybe I can' with Debbie R Weiss

    In this inspiring episode, I chat with Debbie Weiss, who, at 50, decided it was time to stop living for everyone else and start asking, “Maybe I can?” Following the loss of her husband, Debbie transformed her grief into growth and began sharing her journey to encourage others to do the same. We talk about reclaiming identity after loss, writing her powerful memoir On Second Thought… Maybe I Can, and the courage it takes to start over in midlife. ✨ Connect with Debbie: Website: www.debbierweiss.com Instagram: @debbie.r.weiss Podcast: Maybe I Can with Debbie Weiss If you're enjoying the show, Join the community on Instagram Find out more and get resources at https://linktr.ee/Lindsayds Please leave a review too! Reviews are the life force of podcasts!  Chatting with my guests is awesome fun, and it feels even better when I have a yummy tea or coffee by my side. If you'd like to contribute, why not jump into buying me a coffee? Thanks, it'll keep me going while I record some future episodes for you.

    43 min

  5. 02/21/2025

    5 reasons to trust yourself in midlife.

    Midlife is a brand-new chapter waiting to be written. If you’ve ever felt stuck or unsure about what’s next, this episode is for you. I’m sharing five powerful reasons why trusting yourself is the key to creating the life you truly want. ✨ Why midlife is the perfect time to rewrite your own rules✨ Letting go of society’s timelines and defining success on your terms✨ How to move forward when you feel stuck at a crossroads✨ The power of intuition—because deep down, you already know the answers✨ Rebuilding confidence and embracing the adventure ahead You’ve got decades of experience, wisdom, and resilience behind you. This is your time to step forward with clarity and excitement for what’s possible. Let’s dive in! Join the community on InstagramFind out more and get resources at https://linktr.ee/Lindsayds Please leave a review too! Reviews are the life force of podcasts! If you're enjoying the show, how about buying me a coffee? Thanks, it'll keep me going while I record some future episodes for you.

    24 min

  6. 02/15/2025

    5 Stages of healing after a divorce

    What to expect when the unexpected happens with your marriage. 2.5 years after my divorce I can shed light on the stages of healing that you may identify with, or hopefully find helpful if you're in this situation. Even though divorce rates in the UK are at the lowest since 1971, due to a number of factors, it's still one of the challenges many relationships are faced with in midlife and empty nesting. Sharing from a personal and professional perspective, you'll find out what healing methods were most supportive through each of the phases.

    35 min

  7. 01/10/2025

    Your Midlife Awakening - what is going on?

    Send us a text Feeling like your world is shifting in ways you can’t quite explain? Maybe you’re questioning everything—your purpose, your relationships, or even the way you’ve been living your life. It’s not just you. This might be your midlife awakening. In today’s episode, we’re getting real about what’s going on beneath the surface. I’ll walk you through: What a midlife awakening actually is (hint: it’s not a crisis—it’s a breakthrough!)The tell-tale signs you’re going through oneWhy midl...

    24 min

  8. 11/29/2024

    Financial decisions can change who you become

    Send us a text Ever regretted making an expensive mistake? Today I share 4 of the 'worst' financial decisions that I've made, but I don't regret them and I wouldn't change a thing! Listen in as every decision we make has a silver lining in hindsight. Hope you enjoy the Thanksgiving episode and that you find reasons to be grateful for every decision you've made - even if your financial advisor would be giving you grief all the way! Support the show Join the community on Instagra...

    20 min
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Midlife is an awakening, not a crisis! It's also about a lot more than menopause! This podcast shines a light on the often missed opportunity of being an empty nester, searching for a new purpose and creating a new chapter for the future.  You'll hear guest interviews and insights on finding your inner strength, making brave decisions and taking a leap to live with courage! We talk about happiness, relationships, money, family, work and love, and a good dose of 'woo' too!  Find out more at https://linktr.ee/Lindsayds

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  • Creator
    Lindsay de Swart
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    89
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Lindsay de Swart
  • Show Website
    Midlife Freedom