Create The Best Me
We're an age-positive podcast that celebrates the richness of midlife and beyond. Hosted by Carmen Hecox, a seasoned transformational coach, our platform provides an empowering outlook on these transformative years. With a keen focus on perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause, Carmen brings together thought leaders, authors, artists, and entrepreneurs for candid conversations that inspire and motivate.
Each episode is packed with expert insights and practical advice to help you navigate life's challenges and seize opportunities for growth, wellness, and fulfillment. From career transitions and personal development to health, beauty, and relationships, "Create The Best Me" is your guide to thriving in midlife. Tune in and transform your journey into your most exhilarating adventure yet.
Episodes
138 episodes
My Facial Filler Experience: Overcoming the Fear of Looking "Fake"
Are you curious about facial fillers but afraid of looking “fake” or overdone? In this episode of Create The Best Me, I open up about my real-life filler journey, sharing my experience in “My Facial Filler Experience: Overcoming the Fear of Loo...
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Episode 138
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48:19
Grief Expert’s 7 Steps to Mend From Unthinkable Trauma
What do you say when someone you love is shattered by loss? In this episode of Create The Best Me, we go deep with grief recovery specialist and author Sylvia Moore Myers, diving straight into “A Grief Expert’s 7 Steps to Mend From Unthinkable ...
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Episode 139
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55:03
Why Your Cardio is Secretly Working Against Your Hormones
Ever wondered why your favorite cardio routine might actually be holding you back from feeling your best in midlife? In “Why Your Cardio is Secretly Working Against Your Hormones,” I sit down with Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp, functional medicine exp...
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Episode 137
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56:27
Thinning Hair? Watch This Before You Buy a Wig
Are you struggling with thinning hair and wondering if a wig is your only option? Before you take the plunge, listen to “Thinning Hair? Watch This Before You Buy a Wig.” In this episode, I share my own journey with hair loss, offering honest, p...
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Episode 136
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21:21
Stop Chasing the "Spark" - It’s a Trauma Response
Are you caught up in the thrill of chasing that elusive “spark” when dating, only to find yourself in another unfulfilling relationship? You’re not alone, and it might be time to see the spark for what it really is. In this episode, I’m joined ...
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Episode 135
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47:52
What I Did When My Hair Started Falling Out in Clumps
Have you ever found yourself in the shower, shampooing your hair, only to discover clumps of hair between your fingers? In this episode, “What I Did When My Hair Started Falling Out in Clumps,” I take you through my very real and sometimes over...
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Episode 134
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22:07
Chronic Pain Relief Without Drugs or Surgery - Here’s How
Are you tired of relying on medications or receiving recommendations for surgery while your chronic pain lingers? In this empowering episode, I sit down with Stacey Roberts, a seasoned physical therapist, holistic nurse, and author of "The ...
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Episode 133
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54:30
Stop What You Are Doing Now: How To Achieve More By Doing Less
Ever feel like life is just a blur of tasks, errands, and obligations? In “Stop What You Are Doing Now: How To Achieve More By Doing Less,” I sit down with Peggy Sullivan, a well-known advocate for intentional living and author of “Beyond Busyn...
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Episode 132
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39:16
The Risks You Take When You Fail To Be Present For Yourself
Are you the one who’s always reliable, the steady hub for your family, workplace, and friends? If you find yourself exhausted, disconnected, or feeling invisible, this episode, "The Risks You Take When You Fail To Be Present For Yourself," is f...
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Episode 131
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17:57
How to Start a Business After 50 (Even When You're Terrified)
This isn’t just a dream; it’s absolutely possible, no matter what life’s thrown your way. In this episode, I sit down with Michelle Hensley, a woman who lost everything in midlife but rebuilt her world from the ground up (literally with a van a...
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Episode 130
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38:30
Why Burnout Isn’t Just About Stress: The Betrayal No One Talks About
In “Why Burnout Isn’t Just About Stress: The Betrayal No One Talks About,” we dive deep into the hidden roots of burnout, especially for midlife women. Burnout isn’t about being “bad at stress,” it’s about feeling betrayed by everything you wer...
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Episode 129
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49:50
Why Caring for Aging Parents Doesn't Have to Suck the Life Out of You
Taking care of your aging parents can feel overwhelming, but why caring for aging parents doesn’t have to suck the life out of you is at the heart of this week’s Create the Best Me episode. I’m joined by Howard Miller, a bestselling author and ...
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Episode 128
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48:50
5 Signs You're Not Living In The Present
In “5 Signs You’re Not Living in the Present,” I explore the everyday habits and thought patterns that keep so many of us stuck in autopilot constantly multitasking, fixated on regrets, or worrying about the future. If you feel like your days a...
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Episode 127
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21:44
Starting Over After Divorce (What YOU Need to Know)
What does starting over after divorce truly look like, especially when you’re navigating midlife, menopause, and a world that says your best days are behind you? Today, I sit down with artist, yogi, and author Chrystal Rae for an hones...
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Episode 126
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56:38
How Successful People Master Career Changes After 50
Is it possible to master a career change after 50, even if you haven’t touched your resume or LinkedIn in years? In this week’s episode, I sit down with executive career coach Lorraine Rise to explore exactly that. It’s a conversation designed ...
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Episode 125
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33:23
How to Successfully Change Careers After 40 (Even If You're Scared)
Have you ever stared at the ceiling, dreading another day at a job that just isn’t working for you anymore? You’re not alone! In this week’s episode, “How to Successfully Change Careers After 40 (Even If You're Scared),” we’re diving deep into ...
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Episode 124
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41:33
How to Say No Without Feeling Bad
Have you ever wondered why saying “no” can feel so uncomfortable, or why enforcing boundaries sometimes makes you feel like the bad guy? In this episode, we’re digging into “How to Say No Without Feeling Bad.” I sit down with emotional resilien...
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Episode 123
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42:29
Crush Debt & Stop Living Paycheck to Paycheck
Are you tired of feeling shackled by student loans, credit card debt, or the endless cycle of living paycheck to paycheck? In this episode, I dive deep with U.S Army Veteran, financial coach, fintech manager, and opera singer Veronica Deraleau ...
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Episode 122
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46:59
How to Listen to Your Intuition and Trust Yourself
Are you ready to go beyond your inner critic? In “How to Listen to Your Intuition and Trust Yourself,” I sit down with executive coach and author Jules Kuroda to explore the often-misunderstood voice of intuition and the powerful journey back t...
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Episode 121
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50:47
How You Reclaim Pleasure in Midlife
Ever find yourself thinking, “Isn’t midlife supposed to be more fun?” You’re not alone, and that’s exactly why today’s episode, “How You Reclaim Pleasure in Midlife,” is such an important listen. I’m joined by the fabulous “pleasure queen,” Nat...
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Episode 120
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37:23
Menopause Myths Busted: The Truth About Hormones
Are you still believing menopause means the end of vibrancy or that hormone therapy is just too risky? In "Menopause Myths Busted: The Truth About Hormones," I sit down with renowned hormone expert Dr. Prudence Hall, who has over 40 years of ex...
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Episode 119
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53:09
The Hidden Effects of Unresolved Sexual Trauma
The Hidden Effects of Unresolved Sexual Trauma is something most people hope never to face, yet countless survivors find that trauma they thought was buried resurfaces in unexpected, and often disruptive, ways. In this episode, I sit down with ...
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Episode 118
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41:24
Not Stuck—Growing: Find YOUR Midlife Purpose
Are you feeling lost in midlife, wondering, “Now what?” In “Not Stuck—Growing: Find YOUR Midlife Purpose,” I explore what happens when old milestones no longer bring fulfillment and why that sense of restlessness isn’t failure; it’s a powerful ...
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Episode 115
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9:35
Is Your Dream Home Making You Sick?
In this episode, I dive into a topic we rarely talk about but need to—hidden mold and mycotoxins in our homes—with special guest Seth Jones. Once a globe-trotting DJ and music producer, Seth’s own encounter with building-related illness led him...
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Episode 116
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47:38
Make SMALL CHANGES for BIG RESULTS in Your Life Today
Have you ever promised yourself that change would start “tomorrow”—whether that’s working out, tackling spring cleaning, or finally building a good habit? In “Transform Your Life Today: Small Steps, Big Results,” I’m sharing my proven, step-by-...
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Episode 113
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