104. Mother's Day Mantra: Finding Peace When Motherhood Is Never Easy But Always Worth It
Mother's Day isn't simple for everyone. In this special episode of the Mindful Life Changes podcast, host Valerie Mekki creates a sanctuary for those with complicated feelings about this holiday. Whether you're missing a mother, doing your best as one, or navigating a difficult maternal journey, this episode offers a compassionate space for reflection and healing.Join Valerie as she shares her own complicated Mother's Day experience and guides you through a gentle mantra practice: "Being a mom is never easy, but always worth it." Through calming affirmations and mindful breathing, you'll find validation for the full spectrum of emotions that Mother's Day can bring—from grief and guilt to love and gratitude.This episode isn't about diminishing anyone's celebration but about honoring the complex reality that for many, Mother's Day holds both light and shadow. Discover how to find peace amidst these contradictions and embrace your authentic experience with compassion and grace.Check out episode 52 for a guided body scan meditations and empowering "I am" and "You are" statements designed for moms. We are now on YouTube! Check out a playlist of beautifully animated affirmation videos and helpful videos about midlife changes like changing careers, being in the sandwich generation, and more. Look for my new channel "Oh, hello midlife"Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers. Follow the show @mindfullifechanges on YouTube, IG,and DM a question or comment about the life transitions you're going through too. I might answer your question in one of the episodes to help you and other midlifers navigate this ever changing and beautiful season of life.ORFind us on YouTube! Check out a playlist of beautifully animated affirmation videos. I also publish helpful videos about midlife changes for career changers, being in the sandwich generation, vlogs on living part-time with my mom and more. You'll find me "Oh, hello midlife" on YouTube. Connect with me on YouTube @ohhellomidlife
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103. "I Am" Affirmations for Reinvention After 40 Declaring Your Courage for Change (Replay)
Are you ready to reinvent yourself after 40? In this episode of Mindful Life Changes, host Valerie Mekki, delves into the power of “I Am” affirmations for reinvention for ones over 40. Explore how midlife can be the perfect time for a fresh start. Learn how to start your journey of reinvention by shedding limiting beliefs, and adopting new habits that align with your reimagined self. Through a guided affirmation session, you’ll learn how to quiet self-doubt, embrace new opportunities, and courageously step into the next chapter of your life. Press play now to discover how to make this season of reinvention your most empowering yet.Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers. Follow the show @mindfullifechanges on YouTube, IG,and DM a question or comment about the life transitions you're going through too. I might answer your question in one of the episodes to help you and other midlifers navigate this ever changing and beautiful season of life.ORFind us on YouTube! Check out a playlist of beautifully animated affirmation videos. I also publish helpful videos about midlife changes for career changers, being in the sandwich generation, vlogs on living part-time with my mom and more. You'll find me "Oh, hello midlife" on YouTube. Connect with me on YouTube @ohhellomidlife
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102. What If Everything Turned Out OK? Breaking Free From Either/Or Thinking After 40
Do you feel trapped in either/or thinking? "I can either advance my career OR be present for my family." "I can pursue meaningful work OR maintain financial security." This restrictive mindset is one of midlife's biggest mental traps, forcing us to believe we must sacrifice one important value for another.In this perspective-shifting episode, discover how to break free from linear thinking and embrace a more expansive "yes and" approach to life after 40. Host Valerie Mekki shares her personal journey from believing she had to choose between stability OR fulfillment to creating a path that honors both, along with wisdom gained from caring for her aging father.You'll experience a unique affirmation practice featuring ten powerful "yes and" statements designed to rewire your thinking across career, relationships, personal growth, and time management. Learn why positive thinking must be paired with action and how asking "What if everything turned out OK?" can open doors you never knew existed. Press play to transform your limitations into possibilities and discover what might be waiting on the other side of "I'll try."Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers. Follow the show @mindfullifechanges on YouTube, IG,and DM a question or comment about the life transitions you're going through too. I might answer your question in one of the episodes to help you and other midlifers navigate this ever changing and beautiful season of life.ORFind us on YouTube! Check out a playlist of beautifully animated affirmation videos. I also publish helpful videos about midlife changes for career changers, being in the sandwich generation, vlogs on living part-time with my mom and more. You'll find me "Oh, hello midlife" on YouTube. Connect with me on YouTube @ohhellomidlife
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101. Signs You're on the Right Path: Recognizing the Guidance That Keeps You Going
Doubt creeping in after taking that brave step toward something new? In this reassuring episode, discover how to recognize the signs you're on the right path—even when progress feels slow and uncertainty looms.Host Valerie Mekki shares her personal journey from receiving an intuitive "whisper" during her darkest post-layoff moment to noticing butterflies that confirmed her purpose during a challenging family transition. Learn to identify three powerful types of signs: internal resonance feelings that differ from wishful thinking, meaningful synchronicities that appear at perfect moments, and spiritual symbols that offer guidance when you need it most.With practical guidance on becoming more receptive to life's guidance system and a powerful affirmation for recognizing signs, you'll develop the confidence to trust your journey, even during periods of doubt. Press play to transform uncertainty into validation and learn to notice the whispers, nudges, and signs already guiding you forward on your right path.Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers. Follow the show @mindfullifechanges on YouTube, IG,and DM a question or comment about the life transitions you're going through too. I might answer your question in one of the episodes to help you and other midlifers navigate this ever changing and beautiful season of life.ORFind us on YouTube! Check out a playlist of beautifully animated affirmation videos. I also publish helpful videos about midlife changes for career changers, being in the sandwich generation, vlogs on living part-time with my mom and more. You'll find me "Oh, hello midlife" on YouTube. Connect with me on YouTube @ohhellomidlife
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100. Mental Exhaustion Relief: Affirmations to Stop Questioning 'Why' When Life Doesn't Make Sense
Caught in an endless loop of "why" questions that leave you mentally drained? In this special 100th episode, discover a soothing remedy for mental exhaustion when life doesn't make sense. Whether you're navigating an unexpected job loss, relationship difficulties, health concerns, or caregiving challenges, the constant questioning can deplete your energy and steal your peace.Experience a unique guided meditation featuring calming affirmations for inner peace set to music specifically designed to reduce cortisol levels and activate your body's relaxation response. Unlike our usual episodes, this meditative journey requires nothing from you but to listen and receive. You'll discover how to temporarily set aside exhausting questions, create mental space, and find moments of tranquility even amidst challenging circumstances.Press play to give your questioning mind the break it desperately needs and emerge with renewed clarity and strength to face whatever comes next.Formerly known as the "Mindful Career Change Podcast," I decided to broaden our conversation to cover all life transitions, not just our careers. Follow the show @mindfullifechanges on YouTube, IG,and DM a question or comment about the life transitions you're going through too. I might answer your question in one of the episodes to help you and other midlifers navigate this ever changing and beautiful season of life.ORFind us on YouTube! Check out a playlist of beautifully animated affirmation videos. I also publish helpful videos about midlife changes for career changers, being in the sandwich generation, vlogs on living part-time with my mom and more. You'll find me "Oh, hello midlife" on YouTube. Connect with me on YouTube @ohhellomidlife
About Mindful Life Changes: Weekly Affirmations For Midlife
A weekly affirmations podcast that takes a deep dive into the heart of life's transitions for those 40 and over. From embracing an empty nest and caring for elderly parents to navigating the body and mind changes of a certain age and reshaping careers. Every Sunday night, join host, Valerie Mekki, offering a blend of mindfulness practices, heartfelt affirmations, and real-life stories to guide you through the evolving landscape of midlife. Whether it involves professional pivots, personal growth, or embracing the changes within, this podcast is designed to create a comforting space where you can learn, grow, and thrive together.
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