Midlife Matters

Today we're talking about books! Join us as we share why we read, what makes a great book, our favorite recommendations and more. The lazy days of summer are here and reading a book is the perfect way to relax! Books and authors mentioned in this episode: The Eighty-Dollar Champion by Elizabeth Letts The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton Educated by Tara Westover Christy by Catherine Marshall The Little House Books by Laura Ingalls Wilder Cape Refuge Series by Terri Blackstock Zion Covenant Series by Bodie Thoene Sue Grafton Alphabet Series The Notebook by Nicholas Sparks The Dream Daughter by Diane Chamberlain Kristin Hannah books, The Nightingale and The Great Alone The Keeper of the Bees by Gene Stratton Porter Gone With the Wind by Margaret Mitchell Liane Moriarty books, The Husband's Secret and What Alice Forgot Every Last One by Anna Quindlen Mary Kubica books, The Other Mrs. and The Good Girl The Mother in Law by Sally Hepworth The Hawk and the Dove Series by Penelope Wilcock Defending Jacob by William Landay New Morning Mercies by Paul David Tripp The Screwtape Letters by CS Lewis Love Does by Bob Goff Francine Rivers books, The Mark of the Lion Series and Redeeming Love Still Alice by Lisa Genova My Lovely Wife by Samantha Downing The Midnight Library by Matt Haig All We Ever Wanted by Emily Giffin All Creatures Great and Small by James Herriot The Push by Ashley Audrain We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast.com

Today we're talking about letting people think negative thoughts about you and how to love difficult people. Join us as we share how we're applying the Let Them Theory to both of these hard and uncomfortable tasks! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's marinade Julie's recipe Marie's lightbulbs We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're doing a summer replay of an episode we recorded a few years ago. We devoted this entire episode to I'm a fan recommendations! Join us as we share what we still love and what did not stand the test of time! Click here to find links for all the products mentioned in this episode We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about things we like less and less as we get older. Join us as we share what we're bothered by and the ways we keep changing year after year! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's pants Julie's drill bit Marie's pillow covers We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about overconsumption. Are we buying too much stuff? Are our homes filled with too many things? I'm a fan recommendations Julie's show Marie's show We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Listeners today we're asking the question, What improved your quality of life so much you wish you had done it sooner? Join us as we share our answers and the answers of others! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's vest Julie's recipe Marie's show We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're looking back at our younger mom selves. Join us as we share what we would say to encourage her, what advice we would give her, and what we wish we would have known back then! Links in this episode What I Would Say to My Younger Mom Self I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's podcast Julie's sweater We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're continuing our series on The Let Them Theory. Join us as we discuss how to handle the big and small stressors in life! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's smoothie Marie's show We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about fitness in midlife. Join us as we discuss the ways our bodies change as we age and how to eat and exercise for health and energy! Links in this episode Dr. Stacy Sims Mel Robbins Podcast episode I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's book Julie's show Marie's show We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

This week we're talking about intentional rest. Join us as we discuss ways to slow down and recharge in healthy ways while getting our to do lists done! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's trees here and here Julie's show Marie's meal We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about becoming a mother in law. Join us as we share how we felt, how it's going, and what we hope to see in the future! Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about the book Let Them by Mel Robbins. A NY Times bestseller, this book was written to give people tools to create better lives and relationships. Join us as we share our thoughts on the Let Them Theory and how we're putting it into practice! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's chili seasoning Marie's dry shampoo We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about spring! Join us as we share all the things we're doing to make this new season fresh and fun! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's movie Marie's author We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're answering more listener questions. Join us as we share tips for moving, clean eating, cooking and more! I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's song Julie's recipe Marie's show We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're answering listener questions! What are our best Amazon finds? How do we plan our days? What is your favorite and not so favorite season of motherhood? Join us for all these and more! Julie's Amazon finds: Card holders Flicker flame light bulbs Solar pathway lights Travel pillow Lululemon dupe shorts Dimmable pharmacy lamp Puffer jacket Self-inking stamps Canvas drop cloths Curtain tie backs Mindy's Amazon finds: Curtains Wireless charging station Food storage lids Bra pad inserts Summer dresses here and here Argan oil Smart plugs Area rug Gym bag Marie's Amazon finds Picture frame Bluetooth speaker Towel holder Storage/luggage bags Microfiber towels Decorative plate holders We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about Costco and Sam's Club. Join us for all the ways we continue to use them even in the empty nest! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's shoes Mindy's shoes Marie's show We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about friendship. Join us as we discuss the three rules of adult friendship that can strengthen current relationships and help create new ones! Links in this episode Why Making Friends as an Adult Feels Impossible and What to Do About it / The Mel Robbins Podcast I'm a fan recommendations Julie's glasses Mindy's song Marie's book We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about Galentine's Day. Join us for party ideas and what we would bring to a favorite things party! I'm a fan recommendations Julie's recipe Mindy's jeans We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about rabbit holes. They're the pits of research and comments we fall into on social media. Join us as we share where we find ourselves wasting time and what we seem to fall for over and over! Links in this episode Instagram hobby reel I'm a fan recommendations Julie's movie Mindy's song Marie's workout video We'd love to hear from you! Find us here: Instagram: Midlife Matters Podcast Website: midlifematterspodcast.com Email: midlifematterspodcast@gmail.com

Today we're talking about thrifting. Join us as we share where to go, what to look for, and ways to make your treasure hunt more successful! Links in this episode 15 Things You Should Always Buy at the Thrift Store I'm a fan recommendations Mindy's sweatshirt 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