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Midlife Matters

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From parenting teens to aging gracefully, Midlife Matters covers all the topics keeping women in the middle years up at night. Join us to be encouraged and entertained on this journey through the middle years of life!

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United States

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From parenting teens to aging gracefully, Midlife Matters covers all the topics keeping women in the middle years up at night. Join us to be encouraged and entertained on this journey through the middle years of life!

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English


Episodes
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(Part Two) How to Help Someone Struggling | 343

11/12/2025
Today we're talking about how to help someone who is struggling. Join us as we share how and when to help, what is the right kind of support, and how we struggle with this in our own lives! The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins I'm a fan recommendations Julie's book Mindy's shoes Marie's author We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:59:46

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How to Help Someone Struggling (Part One) | 342

11/5/2025
Today we're talking about how to help someone who is struggling. Join us as we share how and when to help, what is the right kind of support, and how we struggle with this in our own lives! The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins I'm a fan recommendations Julie's curtains Marie's device We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematters podcast@gmail.com

Duration:01:02:08

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Happy 7th Birthday! | 341

10/29/2025
Today we're celebrating our 7th birthday! Join us as we walk down memory lane and share how it all started, our favorite episodes, what we've learned, and where we see ourselves in the future! We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:57:37

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The Impact of Perimenopause and Menopause | 340

10/22/2025
Today we're talking about the impact of perimenopause and menopause on all the parts of the body. Join us as we share how it affects our brains, skin, hair, sleep, moods, actions, and more! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's Facebook page Julie's Instagram account Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:57:27

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Answering Listener Questions | 339

10/15/2025
Today we're answering listener questions! Join us as we discuss how to stay in contact with kids and grandkids that live far away, maximizing protein intake, changing midlife identity, and more! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's recipe Marie's pants We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:53:14

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The Mental Load in Midlife | 338

10/8/2025
Today we're talking about the mental load. What is it, when do we experience it, and how can we share it with others in our family? Join us as we discuss all these questions and more! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's book Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:55:35

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How to Influence Someone's Behavior | 337

10/1/2025
Today we're talking about how to get people to change and how to unlock the power of your own influence. Join us as we share what you can do to facilitate change and how to let others do the rest! Links in this episode The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins I'm a fan recommendations Julie's sauce Mindy's make up Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:53:23

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How to Have an Organized Christmas | 336

9/24/2025
Today we're talking about how to have an organized Christmas! And while it might seem early for this conversation, we think you'll love our approach to this topic. Join us as we share a slow, calm way to get ready for the most wonderful time of year! Links in this episode the_organised_mum Instagram I'm a fan recommendations Julie's recipe Mindy's hairspray Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:53:51

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New Habits for a New Season | 335

9/17/2025
Today we're talking about fall! Join us as we share eight new habits to pick up this fall. Here are some little ways to hit reset and get things going in your favor! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's new deodorant Julie's immersion blender Marie's chair here and here We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:52:46

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Transitioning to the Empty Nest | 334

9/10/2025
Today we're talking about the transition to the empty nest. It's both an exciting and bittersweet time for parents. Join us as we share what to do both emotionally and logistically after college drop off! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's movie Julie's show Marie's dishwasher detergent We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:59:14

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Life Update | 333

8/27/2025
Today we're talking about what's been going on lately. Join us as we share what we're learning and doing in a life update! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's eyelid scrub Julie's book and lampshade tutorial Marie's show We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:58:26

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Comparison: Torturer or Teacher? | 332

8/20/2025
Today we're talking about comparison and how it can hurt and how it can help! Are comparisons torturing or teaching you? Join us as we discuss how to encourage ourselves and each other in this area! Links in this episode The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins I'm a fan recommendations Julie's cleaning cloths Mindy's show Marie's cell phone product We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:59:27

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Beat Procrastination with a Forcing Party | 331

8/13/2025
Today we're talking about "Forcing" parties. This is a way to gather your friends and tackle your to do list at the same time! Join us as we share why we procrastinate, what we need help with, and how this party approach might work! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's movie Mindy's Kindle Unlimited Marie's fruit skewers We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:01:00:08

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You're Fired! | 330

8/6/2025
Today we're talking about a trick for paring down or decluttering. Join us as we share an easy way to help decide when to get rid of something and/or how to replace it! Links in this episode Instagram reel about paring down I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's shoes Julie's recipe Marie's socks We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:01:02:34

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How to Make Sourdough Bread Simple | 329

7/30/2025
Today we're talking about sourdough bread making. Join us as we share how to get started, easy recipes, and tips for sourdough success! Links in this episode Flour Sack Towels Double Dutch Oven Reusable Bread Bags Sourdough Bread Recipe Sourdough Pizza Recipe We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:51:58

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Dealing with Emotional Reactions | 328

7/23/2025
Today we're talking about when adults throw tantrums and how the right decision often feels wrong. Join us as we discuss how to apply The Let Them Theory when dealing with the emotional reactions of ourselves and those around us! The Let Them Theory by Mel Robbins I'm a fan recommendations Julie's plant stands Mindy's scrubs Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:59:29

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Summer Replay: A Model Life | 327

7/16/2025
Today we're doing a summer replay of an episode we recorded a few years ago. If you lived in a model home, would you have a model life? When have you tried to achieve perfection and failed? How do we live in reality when the fantasy seems so close we can taste it? Join us as we discuss the quest for perfection and its many pitfalls! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's marinade Julie's skirt Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:52:44

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New Hobbies in Midlife | 326

7/9/2025
Today we're talking about midlife hobbies and interests! What happens once we hit midlife? Join us as we share how our hobbies and interests have changed and what we see in our future! Links in this episode Holderness family reel I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's marinade Julie's tea infuser basket Marie's lamp shade We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:01:00:16

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Summer Replay: Decluttering at the Speed of Life | 325

7/2/2025
Today we're doing a summer replay of an episode we recorded a few years ago about decluttering. This is an ongoing issue and we're excited to revisit how to pare down effectively and painlessly! Links in this episode Decluttering at the Speed of Life by Dana K. White I'm a fan recommendations Julie's recipe Marie's eyeliner We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast.com

Duration:01:02:28

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Summer To Do List | 324

6/25/2025
Today we're talking about our summer to do lists! Join us as we share what we plan to cook, wear, read, and much more! Links in this episode Julie's sandals Mindy's cookies We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Duration:00:54:03