Midlife Strategies for Badass Women

Sue Willoughby
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Midlife Strategies for Badass Women is the go-to podcast for bold, brilliant women over 40 who are done playing small and ready to reinvent their lives—without guilt, filters, or apologies. Hosted by Badass Midlife Strategist - Sue Willoughby, each weekly episode delivers unfiltered conversations, real stories of reinvention, and practical strategies to help you break free from the crap that’s holding you back and finally live life on your damn terms. Whether you’re navigating a midlife reset, rediscovering your passions, building confidence, or launching your next chapter—this podcast gives you the mindset shifts, clarity, and community to make it happen. 🔥 Expect: No-BS life advice and midlife strategies that actually work Inspiring interviews with women who’ve transformed their lives Soul-stirring solo episodes packed with truth and action Coaching-style episodes to help you reclaim your purpose, power, and passion This isn’t a podcast about “getting through” midlife. It’s about owning it—louder, wiser, bolder, and unapologetically YOU. Subscribe now and start rewriting the rules of what’s possible in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.

  1. Why Brands Want YOU: The Rise of the Midlife UGC Creator with Megan Collier

    2D AGO

    Why Brands Want YOU: The Rise of the Midlife UGC Creator with Megan Collier

    Welcome back to another episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! Today, Sue sits down with Megan Collier, an expert who is changing the game in the digital marketing world. Megan is a content creator who replaced her full-time corporate marketing career in just 14 months by creating simple, effective videos for brands. But here is the best part: Megan specifically teaches women 45 and older how to stop hiding and start turning their age and life experience into massive leverage. In this high-energy conversation, Megan explains what UGC actually is and why you absolutely do not need to be an "influencer" with thousands of followers to get paid. We discuss the hilarious and inspiring story of how Megan got her 60-something mom cast in a top-performing footwear ad. We also dive into why we are currently in a "trust recession," making the authentic, relatable faces of midlife women more valuable to companies than ever before. If you are looking for a creative outlet, a new revenue stream, or a way to reinvent yourself and connect with an amazing community, this episode is your complete starter guide. In this episode, we cover: What UGC (User-Generated Content) is and why brands are actively seeking creators in their 50s and 60s. How to build a simple starter portfolio on Canva using everyday items around your house—like your morning coffee or pet treats. The power of the "Video Pitch": How sending a quick video to brands can set you apart from dozens of standard emails. Why you need to view your age as a superpower and an advantage, especially if you've faced ageism in the traditional workplace. Details on Megan's brand new "Next Chapter Creator Club," an app-based community that connects UGC creators with local city chapters for in-person collaboration. Resources & Links Mentioned: Follow Megan on TikTok and Instagram at @Megan_UGC. Website: https://stan.store/Megan_UGC Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/megan_ugc/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@megan_ugc Free UGC Creator Checklist: https://megan-ugc.myflodesk.com/dcgoe0gwdr Are you Pod Curious? Check out my new audio course -  "Podcast Authority Blueprint" and get off the marketing hamster wheel!  👉🏻https://stan.store/sue_willoughby/p/the-podcast-authority-blueprint-audio-course👈🏻 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/ 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.

    45 min
  2. Navigating Unimaginable Grief: How to Walk Yourself Home with Marie Crews

    MAY 12

    Navigating Unimaginable Grief: How to Walk Yourself Home with Marie Crews

    Welcome back to another episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! Today, host Sue Willoughby sits down with Marie Crews, a Certified Grief Guide, Empowerment Life Coach, and creator of The Nautilus Way. In this deeply moving conversation, Marie opens up about her unimaginable journey of losing her mother to an unexpected heart condition in 2016, followed by the tragic loss of her 22-year-old son to suicide just a short time later. Marie shares how she naturally turned to journaling as a private, limitless space to process her profound pain and connect with her higher self when traditional systems fell short. We dive into how Marie accidentally birthed a powerful 4-step healing framework on a porch in Mississippi, a process designed to help women get their trauma out, reframe their stories, and rewire their brains. If you’ve ever felt like you aren't a "good enough" writer to journal, or if you struggle with self-abandonment and validating your own worth, this episode will completely change your perspective. In this episode, we cover: Marie's heartbreaking journey of navigating the profound impact of losing her mother and her 22-year-old son, Quentin. How The Artist's Way inspired her initial journaling practice, which eventually became a lifeline for processing grief and communicating with her loved ones. A massive misconception holding women back is the belief that they need to be naturally good at writing to benefit from journaling. The birth of "The Nautilus Way," a powerful process created organically during a women's retreat to help clients rewrite their limiting beliefs. Why validating yourself and giving yourself credit is often the most emotional step for women, yet the ultimate key to healing your identity and overcoming self-abandonment. Chapters: [00:00:00] Introduction and guest welcome [00:02:00] Marie’s coaching background [00:06:27] Son’s suicide and profound grief [00:09:50] Journaling becomes healing space [00:18:43] Retreats and teaching journaling [00:26:11] Why writing helps healing [00:29:53] Self-validation as the key [00:36:32] Credit, motherhood, and self-story [00:40:57] Reaching young women safely [00:44:37] Final takeaways and offerings Resources & Links Mentioned: Connect with Marie and explore her upcoming women's empowerment and grief-specific retreats at https://www.mariecrews.com/ Download Marie's Free Journal Jumpstart Guide directly from her homepage to learn how to begin your writing practice. https://checkout.mariecrews.com/journal-jumpstart-workshop/  Book a free consultation call with Marie under the "Work With Me" tab on her website. Grab a copy of her book - "Even When...She Rose" https://a.co/d/0axywYcY  Facebook:  https://www.facebook.com/marieeurecrews  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mariecrewsempowers  Are you Pod Curious? Check out my new audio course -  "Podcast Authority Blueprint" and get off the marketing hamster wheel!  👉🏻https://stan.store/sue_willoughby/p/the-podcast-authority-blueprint-audio-course👈🏻 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/ 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.

    49 min
  3. Shattering the Trance of Unworthiness: Unbecoming the Good Girl with Monica Rodgers

    MAY 5

    Shattering the Trance of Unworthiness: Unbecoming the Good Girl with Monica Rodgers

    Welcome back to another fun episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! Today’s guest is Monica Rodgers, a true badass, seasoned coach, podcaster, and intentional creativity™ facilitator. Monica specializes in investigating and transforming the underlying conditions that keep women from being seen, heard, and fulfilled. In this conversation, we explore the often-silenced, heavily burdened reality of taking care of aging parents. Monica sheds light on the profound cultural void around elder care , and how it forces many of us to face our childhood traumas all over again. We also unpack the "trance of unworthiness" - the societal conditioning that teaches women to stay small, voiceless, and disconnected from their own bodies. Monica reveals how we can break free from the "four P's" (pretty, pleasing, polite, and performative) and why she decided to go back to art school at age 53 to reconnect with her 19-year-old creative self If you are ready to stop building comfortable cages and start leaning into true sisterhood, this episode is your permission slip!   In this episode, we cover: How elder care remains a deeply taboo subject in our society, leaving many midlife women to shoulder the burden and suffer in silence. The "Trance of Unworthiness" and how childhood programming causes women to disassociate and abandon their true selves. How to recognize if you are caught in the "four P's": being pretty, pleasing, polite, and performative. The healing power of "medicine painting" and why giving yourself permission to express rage on a canvas can be profoundly life-giving. The importance of true sisterhood, which requires women to stop competing and start celebrating and lifting each other up. Resources & Links Mentioned: Learn more about Monica Rodgers and her work to interrupt the trance of unworthiness by visiting her website. Website: http://jointherevelation.com    Podcast: http://podcast.jointherevelation.com    Facebook: @revelationwoman Instagram: @revelationwoman LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/lifeisarevelation/ Die Better by Abigail DiGostino—a recommended read on navigating end-of-life conversations gracefully. https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/death-isnt-a-dirty-word-what-every-midlife/id1753943662?i=1000730537082

    59 min
  4. Succeeding Loudly, Abandoning Yourself Quietly: The Midlife Tipping Point - With Lisa Skeffington

    APR 28

    Succeeding Loudly, Abandoning Yourself Quietly: The Midlife Tipping Point - With Lisa Skeffington

    Welcome back to another episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women! In this powerful conversation, host Sue Willoughby sits down with Lisa Skeffington, an expert who brings nearly 30 years of experience from across the pond. We dive deep into a reality that so many high-performing midlife women face: masking anxiety and deep-seated fears behind a facade of ambition and outward success. Lisa shares her profound insights on how midlife hormonal shifts serve as a "tipping point." This period isn't a breakdown but rather a "truth-teller moment" that forces buried wounds to the surface because old coping strategies are failing. We also explore the beautiful parallels between Lisa's psychodynamic work and Sue's practice using horses as intuitive facilitators. Horses have a massive capacity for connection and can see straight through our emotional masks, reminding us of the power of genuine honesty If you are exhausted from keeping all the plates spinning and feel like you are abandoning yourself quietly while succeeding loudly, this episode is exactly what you need to hear. In this episode, we cover: High-performing women often mask their deep-seated anxiety and fear of rejection. They disguise these complex feelings as ambition and drive. Emotional resilience does not mean you have to be calm all the time. Instead, true resilience is about feeling your emotions without being hijacked by them. A common and dangerous trap for successful women is abandoning themselves quietly. This tragic disconnect happens while they are succeeding loudly on the outside. You can actively build internal safety through practical strategies rather than chasing external control. One highly effective tool Lisa recommends is the four-two-eight breathing technique. Lisa shares a powerful three-step reset. These three simple questions create a profound sense of emotional grounding. Chapters [00:00:00] Episode theme and guest intro [00:02:38] Welcome and conversation setup [00:07:53] Horses, masks, and authenticity [00:11:44] Why women wear the mask [00:16:24] Midlife shifts and getting support [00:22:46] Emotional resilience redefined [00:29:05] Tools for steadiness and self-worth Resources & Links Mentioned: Connect with Lisa Skeffington and access her free resources for listeners at: https://welcome.empoweredmomentum.com/ Self-worth Audit: https://selfworth-assessment.scoreapp.com/ Website: https://www.empoweredmomentum.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/lisaskeffingtonanxiety Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/empowered.momentum From Anxious to Empowered Book:  https://www.empoweredmomentum.com/from-anxious-to-empowered-book   Share this episode with a badass friend who might need a reminder to come home to themselves!   Are you Pod Curious? Check out my new audio course - "Podcast Authority Blueprint" and get off the marketing hamster wheel!  👉🏻https://stan.store/sue_willoughby/p/the-podcast-authority-blueprint-audio-course👈🏻 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/ 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.

    43 min
  5. When Fear Looks Practical: How Scarcity Shapes Your Decisions in Midlife

    APR 21

    When Fear Looks Practical: How Scarcity Shapes Your Decisions in Midlife

    What if the reason you feel stuck, hesitant, or off lately is not laziness or lack of discipline, but scarcity quietly running the show? In this honest solo episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby unpacks the subtle ways a scarcity mindset can creep into your thoughts, choices, energy, and ability to move forward. From overthinking simple decisions to hesitating to invest in yourself, Sue explores how fear and uncertainty can disguise themselves as being practical, responsible, or careful. If you are a woman over 40 navigating uncertainty, emotional overwhelm, or self-doubt, this episode is a reminder that scarcity is not a personal failure. It is information. And when you learn to notice it without letting it take over, you can come back to your center and make clearer, stronger decisions. In this episode:  - How scarcity mindset quietly affects your choices  - Why fear often disguises itself as practicality  - How to tell whether you are acting from clarity or contraction  - Why equanimity matters when life feels uncertain  - How to stop playing small and start moving forward again If this episode resonated, share it with another badass woman who needs the reminder that she is not broken, and she is definitely not alone. 🎙️Are you Pod Curious! Check out my new audio course -  "Podcast Authority Blueprint" and get off the marketing hamster wheel! https://stan.store/sue_willoughby/p/the-podcast-authority-blueprint-audio-course👈🏻 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/ 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.

    15 min
  6. Feeling Off in Midlife? How to Find Calm When Life Feels Chaotic

    APR 14

    Feeling Off in Midlife? How to Find Calm When Life Feels Chaotic

    When life feels noisy, uncertain, and emotionally heavy, it is easy to lose your footing. In this honest solo episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby shares what happened when she realized she had drifted away from the daily rituals that kept her grounded and how she began finding her way back. If you have been feeling off, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself, this episode is a reminder that you are not broken. You may just need to come back home to yourself through grace, grounding, and the practices that help you find calm in the chaos. In this episode: Why feeling off does not mean you are failing How journaling, meditation, and reflection can help you reconnect What equanimity really means in everyday life How to focus on what you can control when the world feels overwhelming Why grace matters more than perfection sometimes If this episode resonated, share it with another badass woman who needs the reminder that she is doing better than she thinks. 🎙️I'm Pod Curious! Book a Podcast Success Call - https://calendly.com/willoughbycoaching/podcast-success-call 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/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and 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.

    8 min
  7. Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing, Even If Your Content Is Amazing - Coaching Session With Ambar Paloma

    APR 7

    Why Your Podcast Isn’t Growing, Even If Your Content Is Amazing - Coaching Session With Ambar Paloma

    Why is your podcast not growing… even though your content is amazing? If you’ve ever felt like your show is a hidden gem that no one can find, this episode will hit home. In this live coaching session, Sue Willoughby sits down with clarity coach and Pivot Season host Ambar Paloma to break down what’s really holding her podcast back and what to fix right now. This is not about posting more or trying harder. It’s about getting clear, becoming searchable, and finally speaking to the right person. Inside this episode, we discuss:  - Why “clever” podcast titles don’t get clicks  - The real reason your content isn’t being discovered  - How to stop talking to everyone and start attracting the right audience  - Simple SEO shifts that increase visibility fast  - How to turn your podcast into a client attraction tool  - Why storytelling builds trust faster than strategy alone  - How to promote your coaching without sounding salesy If you’re a coach, creator, or service-based business owner who feels like your content is being overlooked, this episode will give you clarity, direction, and a smarter way to grow. The Podcast Growth Reality Check This episode is a live (recorded) coaching breakdown of what actually moves the needle in podcast growth. Episode Takeaways  - Why vague branding like “The Lighthouse Within” slows discovery  - How “Pivot Season” improves clarity but still needs stronger targeting  - The fear of narrowing your audience and why it’s costing you growth  - How to build a keyword bank based on what your audience is searching  - Why removing filler words from titles improves SEO  - How to naturally integrate coaching offers into your episodes  - Using testimonials to build trust and authority  - Why guesting on other podcasts accelerates audience growth  - How to turn one episode into multiple pieces of content  - Leveraging Threads for fast audience growth Connect with Ambar: Web: https://ambarpaloma.com/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/itsambarpaloma/ Podcast: The Pivot Season - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/pivot-season-reinvention-strategies-for-millennial-women/id1771307613   Chapters: [00:00:00] Episode intro and context [00:00:41] Coaching session begins [00:04:20] Growth challenge and rebrand [00:09:48] SEO and keyword strategy [00:11:51] Testimonials and offer positioning [00:17:24] Newsletter and Threads growth [00:20:05] Consistency and guest formats [00:25:18] Amber’s takeaways and sign-off [00:27:07] Sue’s coaching invitation   I'm Pod Curious! Book a Podcast Success Call -  https://calendly.com/willoughbycoaching/podcast-success-call 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/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out; 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.

    30 min
  8. Think You’re Too Old? Breaking the Midlife Myth with Kim Selby

    MAR 31

    Think You’re Too Old? Breaking the Midlife Myth with Kim Selby

    Who says your best years are behind you? What if midlife is actually where everything begins? In this inspiring and refreshingly honest episode of Midlife Strategies for Badass Women, Sue Willoughby sits down with actor, speaker, and pro-aging advocate Kim Selby, who is redefining what it means to grow older. At nearly 70, Kim is auditioning, performing, creating, and unapologetically taking up space in a world that often tries to make midlife women invisible. Together, Sue and Kim dive into the outdated beliefs that keep women playing small, the truth about aging in today’s culture, and why curiosity, creativity, and community are the keys to staying vibrant at any age. This conversation is a powerful reminder that you are not too old, too late, or too anything. You are just getting started. If you have ever felt stuck, invisible, or unsure of what comes next, this episode will challenge you to rethink everything you believe about aging and possibility. In This Episode, We Discuss: Why “you’re too old” is an outdated belief that needs to go The reality of aging in media and the stereotypes women still face Reinventing yourself in midlife and pursuing long-held dreams Why curiosity is one of the most powerful tools for growth The fear of being a beginner and how it keeps women stuck How creativity and play unlock confidence and possibility The importance of stepping outside your comfort zone Why community and connection matter more than ever in midlife The hidden impact of the pandemic on midlife women How small acts of courage can reignite purpose and passion The role of gratitude in shifting your mindset and energy Key Takeaways You are not too old. You are operating on outdated beliefs Creativity is not about being good. It is about being alive Confidence comes from action, not waiting Community is essential for growth, especially in midlife Small steps outside your comfort zone create massive change   Powerful Quote from the Episode “If you think you’re too old, then you are. But if you decide you’re not… everything changes.” Connect with Kim Selby - Actor, Speaker, Pro-Aging Advocate, Creator of Ignite Your Spark Website: https://www.kimduffselby.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/kimduffselby Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimduffselby/ Podcast: Ignite Your Spark - https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ignite-your-spark/id1533019628 Chapters: [00:00:00] Kim Selby introduction [00:01:26] Welcome and podcast connection [00:03:15] Acting comeback at nearly seventy [00:11:10] Motivation through performance and joy [00:24:56] Pandemic disconnection and lost community [00:30:18] Fashion shows for incarcerated women [00:36:41] Feeling seen and human value [00:43:24] Closing reflections and gratitude ------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- I'm Pod Curious! Book a Podcast Success Call -  https://willoughby-coaching.myflodesk.com/podcast-success-call 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/ Thanks to my amazing Producer and Editor Jess Grace Garcia (they/them) of Springwood Productions. https://www.springwoodproductions.com/ If you want to start your own podcast feel free to reach out to us. Jess and 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.

    46 min
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Midlife Strategies for Badass Women is the go-to podcast for bold, brilliant women over 40 who are done playing small and ready to reinvent their lives—without guilt, filters, or apologies. Hosted by Badass Midlife Strategist - Sue Willoughby, each weekly episode delivers unfiltered conversations, real stories of reinvention, and practical strategies to help you break free from the crap that’s holding you back and finally live life on your damn terms. Whether you’re navigating a midlife reset, rediscovering your passions, building confidence, or launching your next chapter—this podcast gives you the mindset shifts, clarity, and community to make it happen. 🔥 Expect: No-BS life advice and midlife strategies that actually work Inspiring interviews with women who’ve transformed their lives Soul-stirring solo episodes packed with truth and action Coaching-style episodes to help you reclaim your purpose, power, and passion This isn’t a podcast about “getting through” midlife. It’s about owning it—louder, wiser, bolder, and unapologetically YOU. Subscribe now and start rewriting the rules of what’s possible in your 40s, 50s, and beyond.

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