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• 306 ✨ Your Cosmic Blueprint: How Astrology Reveals Purpose, Timing & Reinvention with Tara Redfield

  In this magical, mind-opening episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy sits down with modern astrologer and podcast host Tara Redfield to explore how astrology can be a powerful tool for navigating midlife reinvention.   Tara breaks down what a natal chart really is, why those midlife “crisis” years are actually written in the stars, and how planetary transits and moon cycles can help you make more aligned decisions.   She even does a live sample reading of Wendy’s chart—hello, storyteller destiny and RV road-trip prophecy! — showing how our cosmic blueprint can validate who we are and where we’re going next.   💫 What You’ll Learn What your natal chart actually is and how it reveals your soul’s journey, gifts, and challenges The three major midlife transits (Pluto, Neptune, Uranus) and why your 40s can feel like a cosmic shake-up—not a failure How to use planetary transits to plan big moves like career changes, travel, creative projects, or relationships A simple new moon and full moon practice to set intentions, release what’s no longer serving you, and work with the natural rhythm of the sky How a personalized reading (like Wendy’s live on the show!) can bring clarity, confidence, and validation to your next chapter of reinvention   🎧 Tune in now at https://TheMidlifeMakeoverShow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!   ✨Read the blog:  306 ✨ Your Cosmic Blueprint: How Astrology Reveals Purpose, Timing & Reinvention with Tara Redfield at https://wendyvalentine.com/your-cosmic-blueprint/   👉 Connect with Tara website: www.anotherdaygreener.com Free PDF: Self Care for your Moon Sign Take 10% off any reading with code: MIDLIFE All Bookings: www.anotherdaygreener.com/readings   🌟 Explore All Things Midlife & More https://wendyvalentine.com   📖 Order Women Waking Up https://womenwakingup.com   📸 Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG! https://www.instagram.com/wendy_valentine_/

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• 305 🌱 The Superfood to Reverse Aging & Manage Menopause with Dr. Catharine Arnston of ENERGYbits

  In this fascinating conversation, Wendy sits down with Dr. Catharine Arnston — algae nutrition expert and founder of ENERGYbits — to explore the tiny superfood that’s transforming modern health.   From boosting energy and protecting mitochondria to easing menopause symptoms and supporting longevity, algae may be the most powerful (and overlooked) tool in your midlife wellness toolkit.   Dr. Catharine breaks down the science in a fun, approachable way, revealing why spirulina and chlorella are the nutrient-dense, deeply restorative foods your body has been waiting for.   What You’ll Learn Why spirulina and chlorella are considered the most nutrient-dense superfoods on the planet How algae supports healthy aging, energy levels, and mitochondrial function The role algae can play in easing menopause and perimenopause symptoms The difference between “Energy Bits” and “Recovery Bits,” and when to take each How algae can replace multiple supplements and support detox, immunity, and overall vitality   🎧 Tune in now at https://TheMidlifeMakeoverShow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!   ✨Read the blog:  305 🌱 The Superfood to Reverse Aging & Manage Menopause with Dr. Catharine Arnston of ENERGYbits at  https://wendyvalentine.com/reverse-aging-manage-menopause/   👉 Connect with Catharine & Energy Bits https://energybits.com Get 20% off with code “midlifemakeover”   💖 Thanks to our sponsor, stāBODY — and for finally making a bodysuit that truly suits us! Enjoy 15% off + free domestic shipping at stabody.com with code LOVEWENDY.   🌟 Explore All Things Midlife! https://wendyvalentine.com   📖 Order Your Copy of Women Waking Up https://womenwakingup.com

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• 304 🎙️ Grow a Successful Purpose-Driven Online Business with Stefanie Gass

  In this inspiring episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy talks with Christian business and podcast coach Stefanie Gass about purpose, calling, and why midlife is the perfect time to begin again. Stefanie shares her journey from corporate success to surrender, healing, and ultimately building a thriving God-led business—and how simple obedience and messy action can transform your entire life.   What You’ll Learn Why your breakdowns often reveal your true calling The power of surrender and trusting God with the next step Why midlife is the ideal time to start a podcast or purpose-driven business How podcasting creates impact, freedom, and long-term legacy Why your life experiences are your most valuable credentials   🎧 Tune in now at https://TheMidlifeMakeoverShow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!   ✨Read the blog: 304 🎙️ Grow a Successful Purpose-Driven Online Business with Stefanie Gass at https://wendyvalentine.com/grow-a-successful-online-business/    👉 Connect with Stefanie! https://stefaniegass.com Get Stef's 5-day Profitable Podcast Bootcamp for FREE! https://stefaniegass.com/bootcamp Use code WENDY   🌟 Explore All Things Midlife https://wendyvalentine.com   📖 Order Your Copy of Women Waking Up https://womenwakingup.com   📸 Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG! https://www.instagram.com/wendy_valentine_/   📝 Get Weekly Midlife Inspiration on Substack https://wendyvalentine.substack.com/

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• 303 🌈 Peaceful Divorce and Positive Co-Parenting with Gabriella Pomare

  In this candid conversation, family lawyer and author Gabriella Pomare shares how to move from conflict to collaboration after divorce. We dig into co-parenting with grace (even with a difficult or narcissistic ex), her four Pillars of Communication—listen, pause, reflect, respond—plus boundaries, parallel parenting, and putting kids at the center (not in the middle). If you’re navigating separation, blended family life, or simply want healthier communication, this episode brings practical tools and real hope.   What You’ll Learn How to co-parent peacefully using Gabriella’s Pillars of Communication (listen, pause, reflect, respond) Smart boundaries for high-conflict or narcissistic exes (and when to parallel parent) Ways to keep kids at the center, build new traditions, and reduce guilt and stress How age matters: routines for young kids vs. guardrails for teens Mindset shifts for healing: choosing dignity, de-escalation, and long-term harmony over “winning”   🎧 Tune in now at https://TheMidlifeMakeoverShow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!   👉 Connect with Gabriella! https://thecollaborativeco-parent.com.au   🌟 Explore All Things Midlife & More https://wendyvalentine.com   📖 Order Your Copy of Women Waking Up https://womenwakingup.com   📸 Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG! https://www.instagram.com/wendy_valentine_/   📝 Get Weekly Midlife Inspiration on Substack https://wendyvalentine.substack.com/

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• 302 🌟 Progress Over Perfection: A Journey of Self-Discovery with Monica Packer

  In this powerful conversation, Wendy Valentine sits down with habits and identity coach—and recovering perfectionist—Monica Packer to unpack why perfectionism keeps midlife women stuck on the sidelines and how to choose progress over perfection. Monica shares her 2015 “aha” moment, explains the perfectionism pendulum (overachieving ↔ underachieving), and shows how self-compassion—not shame—creates sustainable change. You’ll hear practical ways to quiet the inner critic, navigate the messy middle, set healthier boundaries, and take brave, bite-sized action with Monica’s simple Do Something List. If you’re tired, busy, or overwhelmed but still want to grow, this episode gives you freeing, relatable tools to move forward—imperfectly and authentically.   What You’ll Learn The “perfectionism pendulum” and why both all-or-nothing and doing nothing are the same trap How self-compassion outperforms self-criticism for lasting habit change A 3C toolkit: Compassion, Courage, Curiosity to navigate the messy middle How to spot and reframe your inner critic in real time Why validation ≠ apathy—and how acceptance jumpstarts momentum Practical steps to start small: create a Do Something List and celebrate micro-wins How perfectionism strains relationships—and the role of boundaries and invitations to change Identity shifts: moving from outcome-based worth to values-aligned action in midlife 🎧 Tune in now at https://TheMidlifeMakeoverShow.com or wherever you listen to podcasts!   👉 Connect with Monica! www.aboutprogress.com   🌟 Explore All Things Midlife & More https://wendyvalentine.com   📖 Order Your Copy of Women Waking Up https://womenwakingup.com   📸 Follow My Midlife Adventures on IG! https://www.instagram.com/wendy_valentine_/   📝 Get Weekly Midlife Inspiration on Substack https://wendyvalentine.substack.com/

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