FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® with Karli Newman
Hi there! I'm Karli Newman, and this is my podcast, FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®.
In my mid-40s, my positive mindset was tested. I felt life was passing me by. I was restless in my career even though I loved my job, and exhausted after years of ignoring my self-care. PLUS the hormonal shifts of perimenopause were affecting me in ways I didn't know or understand.
Externally I maintained a positive attitude. Internally I struggled with changing my life’s direction. I didn't talk about it and it took me years to work through it.
Over time I took some big leaps, including a move back to Arizona. I created a new approach to my life and maximized my innate positivity. That’s how I ended up here - helping women like you tap into your positive mindset and inner expertise to see and seize the possibilities around you. I don’t want you to do this alone!
I’m a certified coach focused on whole-life wellness. I know from personal experience what a transformational time of life this is and how challenging it feels sometimes! I’m here to help you navigate obstacles, uncover how to move forward, and continue your unique journey of personal growth and self-discovery.
I intentionally create short episodes that fit into your busy life and get you thinking about your well-being. I cover topics that the women in this community care about (that's you BTW!).
Wherever you are in midlife and beyond, there’s space here to honor who you’ve been, love who you are, and be excited about who you are becoming.
This is the FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® and it's a glorious place to be!
Go ahead...binge all of my episodes. xo Karli
FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® with Karli Newman
A GENTLE CHECK-IN WITH YOUR BODY: A GUIDED MEDITATION
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I created this guided meditation for women in midlife and beyond who want to feel more attuned with their body and explore its messages with curiosity.
At just under 8 minutes long, I encourage you to listen before getting out of bed in the morning, when you experience stress, or to wrap up your day. Add it into a daily routine to understand what your body needs, appreciate all it does for you, and give it the love and care it deserves.
Use a practice like this to enhance your quality of life during this season of change. You deserve it!
xo Karli
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Hi there, my friend. It's me. Karli, your favorite Gen X dealer of positive vibes, Life and Wellness coach and Community Builder for women in midlife and beyond. Thank you for joining me here today. In this season of life, we experience a vast array of physiological changes. Some we expect and others sneak up on us. Whether they're small annoyances or major disruptions, there's a learning curve involved, my friend! It's no longer business-as-usual when it comes to your health. Practices that help you feel good in body and mind enhance your quality of life. This guided meditation is an opportunity to slow down, check in with your body and listen with curiosity. Let's begin. Find a comfortable position. It doesn't matter if you are sitting or lying down, whatever feels best for you right now is the right choice. Fidget a bit. Wiggle, shake it out if you need to and settle into just the right spot. Start with a few deep breaths and long exhales at your own pace. While you're breathing, notice the movement of your belly and chest. When you feel ready, allow your breath to return to a natural effortless pattern. Now I'll take you through your body to check in on each area. Your role is to notice with an open heart. No judgment, no preconceived notions, no problem solving- only curiosity and attentive listening apply here. Focus on your head and neck. Notice any tension, pain, or other sensations. Think of all that happens in this part of your body. How amazing is your energy-hungry brain, your eyes, all that goes on in your mouth and your ears, the bones and muscles in your neck? Is this part of your body sending you any messages? Now move your attention to your shoulders, arms, and hands. Again, notice where there's any tension, pain, or other sensations. Think about how this part of your body supports you in life. Pushing, pulling, lifting, holding. Is this part of your body sending you any messages? And if so, what is it saying? Now shift to your chest and abdomen. Notice where there's any tension, pain, other sensations. Don't forget about the backside of your abdomen and chest, upper back. And think about all the amazing things this part of your body holds. Your heart, your lungs, your gut, your spine, all of those major organs protected here, your rib cage. What is this part of your body telling you? Now shift your focus to your hips and upper legs, front and backside. Notice where there's any tension, pain, or other sensations. Think about all the amazing things this part of your body does for you. There's big, strong muscles in this area, sitting, walking, standing, running, jumping. When you listen, what is this part of your body telling you? Now move down into your lower legs and feet. Find that tension, pain, any other sensations. Think of what this part of your body does for you on a daily basis. All those little muscles and bones in your feet, your balance, walking, rising up on your toes to reach something. As you listen, what do you hear this part of your body telling you? Now place one hand on your heart and one on your belly. Notice how they rise and fall with your breath. And as you're here, express gratitude for your body. Express love for your body. Make a promise to your body that you will listen, love and care for it. One last time, take a scan from head to toe at your own pace, and just notice once again. What is it your body wants you to know right now? Start to bring your attention back to the space you're in, my friend. Maybe start with the surface you're on, the sounds around you. Wiggle your fingers and toes, and when you're ready, flutter open your eyes. Welcome back, my friend. If you found this meditation helpful, return to it frequently. Your curiosity and listening skills will become sharper. You'll hear your body's messages more clearly. And that, my friend, allows you to care for it, honor it, love it more easily. I'd love to hear From you. Send me an email at karli@flipsideofmidlife.com to say hello, share feedback, or ask me a question. I look forward to meeting you here again on Wednesdays for my regular episodes and every other Sunday for my guided meditations and visualizations. Be well my friend.
