say YES to yourself! | Midlife Reinvention: Real Stories, Bold Moves
Say YES to Yourself! is a top midlife podcast for women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond who are reinventing their lives and navigating major life transitions.
This podcast is for you if you're asking:
1. Why do I feel lost as a woman in midlife?
2. Who am I now that my kids are grown and I have an empty nest?
3. Is it too late to reinvent myself in my 40s or 50s?
4. How do I rebuild after a divorce or a major life change?
5. Why do I feel guilty for wanting more for myself in midlife?
6. How do I stop people-pleasing and start putting myself first?
7. How do women reinvent themselves after caregiving or burnout?
8. How do I rebuild confidence and trust myself again in midlife?
9. How do I navigate a midlife transition without losing myself?
10. How do I make a career pivot in midlife that actually feels aligned?
Each week, host Wendy Harrop interviews inspiring women who are reinventing their lives in midlife. From career changes and creative pursuits to empty nest transitions and personal breakthroughs, you'll hear real stories of midlife transformation, courage, and joy.
Topics include: midlife reinvention, starting over after 40, second chapter living, empty nest syndrome, midlife career change, women's empowerment, personal growth for women over 50, midlife transitions, rebuilding after divorce, and finding yourself again in midlife.
Say YES to Yourself! is for midlife women ready to shed outdated expectations, rewrite their stories, and put themselves first—without guilt or apology.
Your best chapter starts now.
Episodes
313 episodes
Cancer and Vulnerability: How Staying Authentic Keeps You Strong | Cara Lockwood
In this episode, Wendy sits down with Cara Lockwood, a USA Today bestselling author. When Cara was diagnosed with breast cancer, she discovered something unexpected: you don't have to be positive to be strong. You can fight cancer salty, sarcas...
Your Home Is Your Soul: Making Conscious Choices in Life Transitions | Kim Costa
Join Wendy for the 2027 Summer Solstice White Party at the Phineas Wright House. A celebration of community, intention, and connection. Save your seat here:
Health and Wealth: Building the Foundation for Women's Power | Nancy Griffin
Join Wendy for the 2027 Summer Solstice White Party at the Phineas Wright House. A celebration of community, intention, and connection. Save your seat here:
Lead With Love: How to Show Up Well in Every Role | Jan Goss
In this episode, Wendy sits down with Jan Goss, executive consultant, bestselling author, and founder of Show Up Well Consulting. Jan teaches a comprehensive framework for showing up as your whole, aligned self—not just at work, but at home, in...
The IEP Team Guide: Special Education Advocacy Decoded | Karen Mayer Cunningham
In this episode, Wendy sits down with Karen Mayer Cunningham, special education advocate and author of Epic IEP, a framework that transforms the complicated federal special education law into actionable steps. After years of doing 500 IEP meeti...
Women in Comedy: Why We Need to Listen (Not Just Speak Up) | Lynn Harris
In this episode, Wendy sits down with Lynn Harris, founder of Gold Comedy and an industry veteran who's spent her career at the intersection of entertainment and social change. After 5 years of eldercare and other demands, Lynn is saying yes to...
When Coaching Tools Aren't Enough: A Working Mom's Breakthrough | Rebecca Olson
Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, a...
How Reverse Mortgages Can Fund Your Best Years (Not Just Protect Your Home) | Laura Phillips
Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, a...
Align Your Head, Heart, and Gut (When Life Feels Out of Sync) | Kathleen Conner
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How to Stop People Pleasing (A Somatic Coach's Approach) | Darshana Avila
Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, a...
How to Be Ambitious and a Great Mom (Without the Guilt) | Laurie Maddalena
Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, a...
The Confidence You Can't Hand Out (And How to Build It Instead) | Randi Crawford
Say "Yes!" to travel! Just check your calendar, book your flight, and pack your cute outfits:Cognac Jewelry School, FranceJune 27-July 4, 2026 or August 15-22, 2026:
When Your 42-Year Marriage Ends at 65 (And You Decide Who You Want to Be) | Debbie Spence
Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, a...
How to Listen to Your Body (A Medical Intuitive's Approach) | Katie Beecher
Say "Yes!" to travel! Just check your calendar, book your flight, and pack your cute outfits:Cognac Jewelry School, FranceJune 27-July 4, 2026 or August 15-22, 2026:
How to Sync Your Life to Your Cycle (Even After Menopause) | Dr. Aumatma Simmons
Say "Yes!" to travel! Just check your calendar, book your flight, and pack your cute outfits:Cognac Jewelry School, FranceJune 27-July 4, 2026 or August 15-22, 2026:
The Good Daughter Trap: Caring for Aging Parents on Your Terms | Dr. Allison Alford
Say "Yes!" to travel! Just check your calendar, book your flight, and pack your cute outfits:Edinburgh, Scotland | July 6-10, 2026phineaswrighthouse.com/...
When You Take Inspired Action to Manifest the Life You Want | Leighann Shafiq
Wendy bought a chateau in France! She shares the full story in her Coffee Chat with Liz McHutcheson on YouTube. youtu.be/o-TDZ31pHSQSay "Yes!" to travel! Just check your calen...
What She Learned Running Tony Robbins' Company (And Building the Self-Help Industry) | Marcia Martin
Say "Yes!" to travel! Just check your calendar, book your flight, and pack your cute outfits:Edinburgh, Scotland | July 6-10, 2026 | Discover castles and gardens
When You Stop Waiting for Someone to Take You on the Trip (And Go Anyway) | Melissa Byron
Inspired to say yes to travel after this conversation? Wendy has three all-inclusive travel experiences where everything is already done for you. Just check your calendar, book your flight, and pack your cute outfits:Edinburgh,...
The Authentic Self You Lost (And How to Rediscover It) | Lisa Danahy
Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, a...
How to Stop Falling Back Into Comfort (And Stay Aligned With What You Want) | Anusia Gillespie
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The Hormone Deal Breakers Draining Your Energy (And How to Fix Them) | Robin Nielsen
Treat yourself to gorgeous peonies from the Phineas Wright House! Enroll in the 3 week peony subscription and you’ll receive 2 dozen gorgeous peony stems each week, harvested at the perfect stage for a long vase life. Pick up in Bolton, ...
When You Stop Emotional Eating and Start Feeling Your Feelings | Dr. Deb Butler
Say YES to Edinburgh: A fully curated, all-inclusive journey through the gardens and castles of Edinburgh, paired with exceptional dining, private tours, and unforgettable moments woven seamlessly together. July 6-10, 2026Reserve ...
When Marketing Stops Feeling Like Marketing (And Starts Feeling Like Client Work) | Sophie Lechner
Get all the details here for the Paris Christmas Market: marche-de-noel-paris-notre-dame.frTreat yourself to gorgeous peonies from the Phineas Wright House! Enroll in the 3 we...
How to Stop Performing and Start Leading With Your Strengths | Dana Williams
Join Wendy for her dreamy Summer Solstice White Party on Saturday June 20, 2026 —an al fresco evening of delicious food, intention-setting, and celebration at the Phineas Wright House. Wear white, gather at the long table in the field, and toas...