Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy
Listening to this podcast will leave you feeling inspired and motivated as you navigate your beautiful midlife journey! The stories of other amazing women will start you on a path to finding your own courage to flourish after forty.
Episodes
256 episodes
From Iron Curtain to UN Peacekeeper: Christine Sadry's Extraordinary Journey
In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage™' podcast, host Kim interviews Christine Sadry, who shares her incredible story of leaving Poland as a young girl and overcoming numerous challenges to become a UN peacekeeper and author.
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Episode 243
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46:57
Overcoming Adversity and Finding Purpose in Midlife with Sarah Colbert
Join host Kim on the Midlife with Courage™ podcast as she welcomes Sarah Colbert, a fellow podcast host and midlife mom of three daughters. Sarah shares her journey from a successful career in television news to becoming a full-time...
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Episode 242
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32:31
Discovering Courage and Adventure in Midlife: A Journey with Mikkel Woodruff
In this episode of Midlife With Courage™, your host Kim sits down with Mikkel Woodruff, an inspiring 42-year-old living in central Florida with her husband. Mikkel shares her whirlwind journey from photography to becoming a travel w...
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Episode 241
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41:59
Lessons in Courage and Parenting Adult Children with Bernadette Catalana
In this episode of Midlife with Courage™, Kim welcomes guest Bernadette Catalana, a New York City attorney and mother of two daughters. Bernadette shares her early experiences of overcoming fear and building courage, recounting a si...
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Episode 240
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34:45
Midlife Wellness: Transform Your Health Through Nutrition with Gretchen Spetz
In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage'™ podcast, Kim welcomes functional nutrition-based dietician Gretchen Spetz. They discuss practical strategies for women in midlife to balance nutrition, manage blood sugar levels, and em...
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Episode 239
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45:25
Curiosity and Confidence in Midlife with Sue Willoughby
In this episode of Midlife with Courage™, host Kim welcomes Sue Willoughby, a passionate coach from the Seattle area who integrates horses into her coaching practice. Sue shares her inspiring journey of growing up with an alcoholic ...
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Episode 238
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26:16
Breaking Free from the Inner Narcissist: Insights from Trauma-Informed Healer Emma Lyons
In this episode of Midlife With Courage™, host Kim welcomes Emma Lyons, a trauma-informed healer. Emma shares her journey of breaking free from internalized shame and discusses how she helps women detach from their 'inner narcissist...
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Episode 237
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30:27
Finding Midlife Courage through Creativity with Jaime Townzen
In this episode of the Midlife With Courage™ podcast, host Kim speaks with Jaime Townzen, an artist and writer from Southern California. Jaime shares her journey of navigating the challenges of midlife, from unexpected caregiving to...
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Episode 236
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34:08
Reclaiming Your Identity in Midlife with Irina Shehovsov
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage podcast, host Kim interviews Irina Shehovsov, who helps women over forty reclaim their amazing lives. Irina shares her transformative journey, starting from a moment of despair on a train ...
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Episode 234
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26:12
Midlife Confidence and Courage: How Decluttering Creates Space for Growth
What if clearing out a drawer, a room, or even just one shelf could spark fresh energy in your life? In this solo episode, Kim shares her personal story of clearing out two rooms in her home—and the surprising clarity and motivation that follow...
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Episode 234
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14:08
Midlife Reflections: Finding Joy and Purpose on Your Birthday with Tamar Hurwitz-Fleming
In this episode of the Midlife With Courage™ Podcast, host Kim talks with Tamar Hurwitz Fleming about the strategies and importance of celebrating birthdays, especially in midlife. Tamar, author of the self-help book 'How to Have a ...
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Episode 233
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41:30
Finding Courage and Authenticity in Midlife with Margaret Graham
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ podcast, host Kim welcomes artist and jewelry creator Margaret Graham. Margaret shares her deeply personal journey of transitioning from being a special education teacher to pursuing her ...
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Episode 232
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38:04
An Uncomfortable Midlife Health Issue We Need to Talk About with Wendy Strgar
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim welcomes Wendy Strgar, founder of Good Clean Love and the Institute for Vaginal Health. Wendy shares insights about the challenges women face with vaginal health, the dynamics of cou...
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Episode 231
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44:56
Never Let Go of Your Voice: A Midlife Conversation with Brenda Coffee
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ Podcast, Kim interviews Brenda Coffee, a journalist, author, and successful blogger. Brenda shares her extraordinary life journey, from dealing with a breast cancer diagnosis and creating...
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Episode 230
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44:06
Pursuing Your Midlife Dreams with Zulma Williams
In this episode of Midlife With Courage, your host Kim introduces Zulma Williams, a licensed clinical social worker and mental health therapist. Zulma shares her courageous journey from Buenos Aires, Argentina to Henderson, Nevada, ...
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Episode 229
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49:20
Empowering Single Mothers From a Midlife View with Gail Showalter
In this episode of the 'Midlife with Courage™ podcast, host Kim welcomes Gail Showalter, an advocate for single mothers and author. Gail shares her journey of being a single mom for 16 years, emphasizing the importance of education ...
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Episode 228
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36:25
Overcoming Trauma and Finding Resilience: Susan Snow's Midlife Journey
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ Podcast, host Kim welcomes Susan Snow, a trauma resiliency coach, speaker, and author from Denver, Colorado. Susan shares her harrowing experience of losing her father, a Los Angeles poli...
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Episode 227
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39:17
More Than "Aha" Moments in Midlife with Mariana Cooper
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim interviews Mariana 'Mari' Cooper from La Jolla, California. Mari, an expert in helping people harness their energetic abilities, shares her journey of moving across the country and mastering int...
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Episode 226
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55:30
A New Four Letter Word?-A Solo Episode with Kim Benoy
This week Kim is taking the microphone solo to share a story that she found meaningful when it happened and even more so today. Take a listen to this short message about your own self-worth and cutting out a certain four-letter word...
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Episode 225
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11:15
Rediscovering Health and Joy through Homesteading in Midlife with Elizabeth Bruckner
In this episode of the Midlife with Courage podcast, Kim interviews Elizabeth Bruckner, an acupuncturist, author, and homesteader from Southern California. Elizabeth shares her journey from chronic illness to becoming an 'accidental...
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Episode 224
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42:57
Balancing Hormones and Midlife Skincare with Ana Pang
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, host Kim welcomes Ana Pang, a menopause skin and vitality specialist, to discuss her journey and expertise in hormonal balance and natural skincare. Ana shares her personal story of dealing w...
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Episode 223
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34:50
Facing Fear and Building Courage: A Conversation with Rhonda Britten
Trigger alert: this episode includes discussion about a murder-suicide event which could be traumatic for some listeners. In this episode of the Midlife With Courage™ podcast, host Kim sits down with life coach Rhonda Britten to dis...
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Episode 222
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42:00
Midlife Ventures: From Pharmacy to Functional Medicine with Heather Cracauer
Please note: the discussion in this episode is not meant to be used as medical advice. Always see your healthcare provider when considering any changes to your healthcare regimen. In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ ...
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Episode 221
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35:07
Strength in Softness: Embracing Creativity and Courage in Midlife with Jodi Rose Gonzales
In this episode of the Midlife With Courage podcast, Kim welcomes visual artist and art therapist Jodi Rose Gonzalez. Jodi shares her journey from being a successful jewelry designer to becoming an art therapist, yoga teacher, and m...
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Episode 220
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38:04
Unpacking Perfectionism in Midlife: A Conversation with Dr. Tara Cousineau
In this episode of Midlife with Courage, Kim interviews Dr. Tara Cousineau, a clinical psychologist based in Massachusetts. Dr. Cousineau discusses the origins and effects of perfectionism, offering insights into how it often serves as a protec...
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Episode 219
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31:24