Reinvention & Starting Over for Women over 40 | Your New Chapter
This show helps women over 40 on their reinvention journey to get unstuck, decide what they want next and create a plan to make it happen.
Sharlene Lee is a certified life coach for women over 40. She specializes in coaching women in how to reinvent, transform or start over in life, to create a life that aligns with who they are becoming.
The show offers expert coaching, helping women with identity, clarity, direction and purpose.
If you’re looking for expert insights on life transformation, reinvention and starting over, from a certified and experienced coach, this is the show for you.
This podcast will provide expert guidance for women over 40: changing careers, reinventing their lives, starting over from nothing, empty nesters, divorcees, and those in search of purpose and fulfillment.
This show will provide answers to questions like:
How do I start over in life?
How to reinvent yourself at 40?
How do I start reinventing myself?
Is it possible to reinvent yourself?
Who am I now?
Is it possible to reset your life at 40?
What is the best career to start in your 40s with no experience?
Why am I so unhappy in my 40s?
Is it normal to feel lost at age 40?
What are the signs you need reinvention?
How do I reinvent myself professionally?
How can I find my passion to reinvent myself?
How can I rebuild my life at 40?
How do I discover my purpose in life?
What to do if I can't find my purpose in life?
How do I find my identity after 40?
How do I create the life I want after 40?
How do I find my purpose in life after 40?
How to completely reinvent your life?
How do I pivot career after 40?
Is it normal to feel lost in your 40s?
Why do I feel stuck in life?
How do I decide what I want in life?
How do I find my true identity?
Where do I start if I want to reinvent myself?
How to deal with major life transitions?
What is a major life transition?
How do I find my purpose?
How do I change career?
How do I create the life I want?
How to start creating the life you want?
How do I figure out the life I want?
How to reveal your true self?
How do I truly find myself?
How do I discover myself?
I do I find my core values?
How do I rebuild from nothing?
How do I start over from scratch after 40?
How to start life again from scratch?
How do I start my life all over again?
Reinvention & Starting Over for Women over 40 | Your New Chapter
Why You Can't Just "Pray Away" Narcissistic Abuse: Interview with expert therapist Jennifer Oneil
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SUMMARY
In this powerful episode, I sit down with Jennifer Oneil, a psychotherapist with 30 years of experience and author of the new book, Surviving the Narcissist. Jennifer shares her deep insights into the consistent dynamics of narcissistic abuse and why it often leaves victims feeling "crazy" and dysregulated. The conversation explores the necessity of radical acceptance, the "death of hope" as a path to realistic healing, and the strategic importance of building a support team when navigating or leaving a toxic relationship. Whether you are currently in a relationship with a narcissist or have already left, this episode provides the validation and practical tools needed to reclaim your sense of self.
WHAT TO LISTEN FOR
- The Myth of "Praying it Away": Why faith alone isn't a solution for the systemic toxicity of narcissistic abuse.
- Normalizing Your Reaction: Understanding that reacting to "crazy" behavior is a sign of health, not a lack of mental stability.
- The "Chronically Offended": Why trying to keep a narcissist calm is a losing battle and how to tolerate their inevitable distress.
- Strategic Leaving: The essential components of a "team" you need when deciding to break free, including legal and therapeutic support.
GUEST BIO
Jennifer O'Neal is a psychotherapist in private practice with over three decades of experience helping clients navigate complex emotional landscapes. Known as an "emotional ninja," Jennifer specializes in the dynamics of narcissism and narcissistic abuse. She is the author of the recently released book, Surviving the Narcissist, which serves as a guide for those seeking to make sense of the chaos and rebuild their lives. Her work is grounded in both clinical training and the profound lessons learned from her clients' lived experiences.
RESOURCES
Jennifer's book: Surviving the narcissist
https://resilientlifetherapy.com/index.html
More content from Jennifer
CONNECT WITH ME
Want to be a guest on Life After Narcissism? Send me a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/sharlenelee
Email me: hello@sharlenelee.com
Website: Sharlenelee.com
DISCLAIMER
The information provided in this podcast is for education purposes only and should not be taken as mental health, professional or health advice.
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