Best Creating Midlife Calm Podcasts (2025)

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Ep. 152 Midlife Caregiving's Invisible Weight & Coping Skills to Ease the Burden & Anxiety 10:31

7h ago10:31

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Send us a text Feeling mentally drained by caring for both your kids and aging parents? You might be carrying an invisible load that’s fueling your anxiety—and it’s more common than you think. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. 3 transformative coping skills to ease the mental weight of caregiving. 2. How to identify what’s your responsibility an…

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271 😌Meditation & Motherhood: Creating Calm with Jesse Bennett 41:47

27d ago41:47

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In this peaceful and playful episode of The Midlife Makeover Show, Wendy Valentine welcomes the radiant Jesse Bennett—children’s book author, certified yoga and Pilates teacher, and in-house wellness expert for Good Day Sacramento. With over 20 years of experience, Jesse has a heart for helping kids and parents discover the magic of mindfulness, mo…

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3579: Simple Tricks to Begin Your Minimalist Lifestyle by Rachel Jones of Nourishing Minimalism 9:58

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3579: Rachel Jones offers a refreshingly simple approach to beginning a minimalist lifestyle by asking one essential question: “Is this stuff helping you live the life you want to live?” Her pr…

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3578: Taking Control of Time and Life by JD Roth of Money Boss on Living with Intention 12:34

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3578: J.D. Roth shares how reclaiming control over your time is the key to living with intention. By understanding where your hours go and aligning your actions with your values, you can craft …

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3577: A Guide to Dealing with Dissatisfaction with Ourselves by Leo Babauta of Zen Habits on Self Love 11:26

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3577: Leo Babauta explores the root of our self-dissatisfaction and challenges the common belief that unhappiness with ourselves is necessary for growth. Instead, he offers a compassionate alte…

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3576: Do You Struggle Between Doing Too Much and Too Little? by Kate Hesse of Nourish Nest Breathe 9:25

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3576: Kate Hesse explores the tension between burnout and underperformance, offering a compassionate look at how our energy levels naturally ebb and flow. By addressing night owl habits, the pr…

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3575: The Weird Way to Stop Feeling Overwhelmed by Stephen Guise of Mini Habits on Productivity Tips 9:43

3d ago9:43

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3575: Stephen Guise challenges the common belief that overwhelm is caused by having too much to do. Instead, he reveals it’s more about how we interpret our responsibilities, and shows that slo…

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Episode 40: Functional Fitness After 40: Your Shortcut to Strength, Energy, and Unshakable Confidence 38:29

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Message us your comments Welcome back to Empower Your Menopause—the podcast where we ditch outdated advice and give you real tools to help you thrive in midlife and beyond. On this episode, coaches Juli and James are talking about one of the most powerful, misunderstood tools for women in perimenopause and post-menopause: strength. We’re not just t…

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Ep. 151 Practical Coping Skills to Ease Emotional and Physical Fatigue During a Crisis in Midlife 13:35

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Send us a text Are you blaming yourself for being too tired in a crisis? Loss, illness, or major life upheaval can leave you emotionally raw and physically depleted. In this episode you’ll discover: Why exhaustion hits so hard during crisis and doable ways to get more energy. Simple but effective coping skills to regulate your nervous system to imp…

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3574: In Search of Calm by Dr. Jenny Brockis on Cultivating Gratitude and Practicing Mindfulness 10:15

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3574: Dr. Jenny Brockis shares simple yet powerful strategies to quiet the mind and reclaim calm in an overstimulated world. By tuning into our senses, cultivating gratitude, laughing more, and…

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3573: 7 Journal Prompts to Inspire Simplicity by Jennifer of Simply Fiercely on Reducing Mental Clutter 10:54

5d ago10:54

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3573: Jennifer of SimplyFiercely.com shares seven powerful journal prompts designed to help you simplify your life by reconnecting with your values and identifying hidden mental clutter. These …

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274 💔 Rewire Love: Somatic Tools for Healing with Megan Sherer 49:55

6d ago49:55

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Welcome back to The Midlife Makeover Show! If you’ve ever asked yourself “Why do I keep ending up in the same kind of relationship?” or “Why is healing from the past so hard?” — today’s episode is your permission slip to start fresh. 💖 Wendy sits down with holistic therapist, relationship coach, and author Megan Sherer, whose new book, Choose Your …

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3572: Eliminate Self-Doubt and Boost Confidence with these Simple Tips by Chalene Johnson 9:06

6d ago9:06

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3572: Chalene Johnson shares actionable strategies to break free from self-doubt and build lasting self-confidence by rewiring your internal dialogue and setting clear personal boundaries. Thro…

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Ep. 150 Coping Skills to Ease Anxiety When a Crisis Shakes Your Midlife Calm 12:05

7d ago12:05

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Send us a text What do you do when everything falls apart? Shifting from a reactive to a reflective mindset can make all the difference. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. A step-by-step process to ground yourself during emotional shock using body-based coping skills 2. The “tend and befriend” mindset that helps you move through pain and anger wi…

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3571: The Tweet That Changed My Life by Joshua Fields Millburn of The Minimalists 11:28

7d ago11:28

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3571: Joshua Fields Millburn shares a deeply personal journey of loss, self-discovery, and radical transformation, sparked by one simple tweet. As grief dismantled his old life, he found purpos…

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3570: My Wish For You by Eric Teplitz on A Guide to the Practice of Lovingkindness 12:47

8d ago12:47

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3570: Eric Teplitz offers a heartfelt guide to the practice of lovingkindness, or metta meditation, encouraging us to cultivate compassion not just for others but for ourselves. By incorporatin…

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3569: 11 Practical Ways to Spend Your Money by Marc Chernoff of Marc And Angel on Financial Freedom 12:12

8d ago12:12

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3569: Marc Chernoff offers 11 thoughtful suggestions for spending money in ways that genuinely improve your life, from nurturing relationships and investing in your health to upgrading daily-us…

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3568: [Part 2] The Power of Words - 3 Phrases That Will Destroy Your Happiness by Sabrina of Budding Optimist 10:20

9d ago10:20

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3568: Sabrina of Budding Optimist explores how the everyday phrases "if only" and "not now" can quietly sabotage our happiness, anchoring us in regret and procrastination. With personal stories…

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3567: [Part 1] The Power of Words - 3 Phrases That Will Destroy Your Happiness by Sabrina of Budding Optimist 9:52

10d ago9:52

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3567: Sabrina explores how seemingly harmless phrases like “why me” and “if only” subtly erode our happiness by reinforcing feelings of helplessness and dissatisfaction. Through her own experie…

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Ep. 149 Trump’s Tariffs Spiked One Midlife Listener’s Anxiety and 3 Coping Skills Helped 14:53

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Send us a text Is your anxiety spiking every time Trump’s tariffs make headlines? You’re not alone—and it’s not just about politics, it’s about your nervous system. In this episode you’ll discover: How to shift from news-induced anxiety to calm by using this 2 simple technique. How guided meditation can help to reduce anxiety around world events, l…

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3566: My Daily Mantra to Reduce My Anxiety by Stephen Warley of Life Skills That Matter 12:52

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3566: Stephen Warley shares how crafting a personal mantra transformed his anxious mornings into intentional beginnings. By aligning each line of his mantra with core values, creation, listenin…

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3565: Make Better Decisions by Only Making them Once AND Feeding the “Good Wolf” Inside of Us by Jay Harrington 12:26

12d ago12:26

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3565: Jay Harrington shares how decision fatigue sabotages our intentions by the end of the day, and how one-and-done decisions can preserve our willpower and simplify daily life. Paired with t…

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273 💞 Self-Parenting & Soulful Relationships in Midlife with Monica Berg 51:51

13d ago51:51

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What if the key to better relationships starts with how you treat yourself? In this soul-stirring episode, Wendy sits down with the brilliant Monica Berg—international speaker, Kabbalistic teacher, and author of Rethink Love, Fear is Not an Option, and The Gift of Being Different—to dive into the transformational concept of self-parenting. From hea…

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3564: Happiness and Satisfaction by Tynan on Success and Positive Mindset Shift 11:20

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3564: Tynan explores why achieving lasting satisfaction often feels elusive, especially when external success doesn't lead to deeper fulfillment. He offers a mindset shift, from chasing constan…

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Ep. 148 How to Cope with Financial Anxiety During Trump Induced Tariffs, Market Stress and Economic Uncertainty 12:26

14d ago12:26

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Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by the uncertainty of the economy and unsure how to stay grounded? Discover calming, practical strategies—whether you’re stressing about college costs, retirement, or just making it to next payday. In this episode, you’ll learn: Why your brain spirals into anxiety during economic uncertainty — and how to calm it T…

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3563: You Get What You Give by Kerri Richardson on Positive Mindset and Motivation 9:38

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3563: Kerri Richardson explores how the energy we bring to our goals directly impacts the results we receive, urging us to examine the mindset and motivation behind our actions. By shifting fro…

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3562: How to Take Action Consistently by Steve Pavlina on Visualization and Personal Development 10:22

15d ago10:22

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3562: Steve Pavlina shares a simple yet powerful technique to break free from overthinking and move into action using focused visualization. By mentally immersing yourself in your desired outco…

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3561: Stop Trying To Keep Up With The Joneses by Roger Lawson on Comparing Yourself to Others 9:30

15d ago9:30

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3561: Roger Lawson challenges the destructive habit of comparing ourselves to others and highlights how it saps our joy, progress, and peace of mind. Through personal stories and sharp insights…

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3560: My Top Seven Rules by James Altucher on How to Live a Richer Life 12:07

16d ago12:07

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3560: James Altucher distills decades of hard-won wisdom into seven powerful rules for a richer, more resilient life. From eliminating toxic influences to mastering reinvention, his insights ch…

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3559: Seeking Stillness by Keith Wilson on Inner Peace and A Meaningful Life 12:25

17d ago12:25

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Discover all of the podcasts in our network, search for specific episodes, get the Optimal Living Daily workbook, and learn more at: OLDPodcast.com. Episode 3559: Keith Wilson explores the overlooked power of stillness in a world that celebrates hustle, achievement, and noise. Through timeless wisdom and modern-day relevance, he illustrates how cul…

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