Choosing Yourself First: Embrace Healing and Empowerment After 50

Aging with Purpose and Passion

Michelle Biship's incredible journney from trauma to transformation is a powerfful testament to the resilience and strength within us all. Born into a chaotic, abusive childhood with a mentally ill mother, Michelle’s "perfect" exterior life hid the deep emotional pain she endured. Struggling with anorexia as a young girl, Michelle’s early trauma set the stage for a life of self-discovery, healing, and growth.

Despite overcoming many struggles, Michelle rose to become a six-figure earner in office equipment sales, defying expectations and building a successful career. However, it wasn’t until she was diagnosed with breast cancer at 50 and faced the sudden loss of her husband that Michelle truly began to reclaim her life.

This journey of profound loss and healing led Michelle to create her empowering life philosophy: " Choose You First. A philosophy that emphasizes self-care as essential, not selfish. Through her book and coaching, Michelle teaches women how to make small, manageable shifts toward transformation.

Michelle’s story is a beacon of hope for anyone facing trauma, loss, or feeling stuck in their current circumstances. She reminds us that we are perfect in our imperfections and shows us how emotional healing, resilience, and self-compassion can transform even the most difficult times into sources of strength and purpose. Whether navigating menopause, body image struggles, or caregiving, Michelle offers practical advice on overcoming trauma, setting boundaries, and living fully.

Ready to choose yourself first? Tune in to Michelle’s inspiring story and discover the first steps to emotional healing, personal growth, and lasting fulfillment.

For similar episodes on finding strength in adversity please check episodes 104 and 108.

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Chapters

1. Introduction to Michelle Bishop's Story (00:00:00)

2. Surviving an Abusive Childhood (00:03:19)

3. From Career Success to Finding Love (00:08:14)

4. Cancer Diagnosis and Husband's Support (00:14:00)

5. Coping with Devastating Loss (00:16:30)

6. Choose You First: Self-Care Philosophy (00:18:13)

7. Episode Takeaways and Resources (00:22:40)