Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Success for Midlife Women, with Cheryl Fischer
Did you wake up one morning and realize that you’ve hit midlife? Your forties (or fifties!) are here. You thought by now you’d have six figures in your retirement fund, have the confidence to speak up at work and in your relationships, and would have learned to love your body by now.
As a woman over 40, you've read and listened to all the self help and taken the experts’ advice, whether it’s thinking positively, joining the 5am club, or posting notes to yourself around the house. With every next attempt, though, you’re left with even more frustration - or wanting to numb the pain with wine and Netflix.
But what if self talk and mindset shifts could actually work? Have you ever considered that it’s not what you do, but it’s how you think and the emotions you feel that create real change?
What if you could wake up each morning looking forward to the day instead of hitting snooze four times? What if you could feel confident and beautiful in your body instead of comparing yourself to others and wishing perimenopause had been easier? What if you could spend each day doing work that matters and brings you success instead of just wishing for the weekend?
As an award-winning Life Coach, teacher, and trainer, Cheryl Fischer has helped hundreds of midlife women find success and confidence. This midlife transformation does not have to be about adding more tasks and habits to your day; change comes from inside and you can start now.
Join us each week as Cheryl and her guests share with you how to feel confident in your midlife body, your decisions, and your "second act" goals - and create a midlife that you love. (Formerly OMG Teach Me podcast)
Popular topics include: mindset for women over 50, menopause and perimenopause, hormone balance, self talk and self confidence, mindset shifts, midlife crisis, brain health, midlife body, energy in midlife, confidence in midlife, finding community after 50, midlife isolation, staying active in midlife, mental benefits of movement, healthy habits for midlife women
- Update frequency
- every 4 days
- Average duration
- 26 minutes
- Episodes
- 173
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
Two Years of Podcasting Taught Me It's All About You, Not Me (Bonus Episode)
Ever look back and realize you’ve been on a completely transformative journey—without even noticing it in the moment? That’s exactly what happened to me when I looked at the calendar and saw the date…
The Surprising Link Between What You Wear and How You Show Up as a Midlife Woman (Ep. 27)
Ever wonder if what you wear at home really makes a difference? Imagine if your outfit—even your soft pants—could shape your mindset, productivity, and confidence for the entire day.
In this episode, …
Sober Curious in Midlife? An Honest Conversation about Alcohol, Health, and Hormones, with Emily Allen (Ep. 26)
If you’d asked me a few months ago if I’d ever do an episode on going alcohol-free, I probably would’ve laughed and said, “No way.” But the truth? This conversation matters—especially in midlife, whe…
When Flashbacks Make You Cringe... And Smile (Ep. 25)
Ever find yourself looking at an old photo or hearing a throwback song and suddenly you're smiling... then cringing? One minute it's nostalgia, and the next you're thinking, “Why did I do that?” Been…
How Decluttering Can Increase Your Happiness (And Your Family's!) with Mary Beth MacKinnon (Ep. 24)
Drowning in stuff while navigating midlife transitions? Professional organizer Mary Beth McKinnon reveals why decluttering now might be the greatest gift you'll ever give your family.
Mary Beth shares…
Mindset Secrets for Midlife Athletes - What Would Simone Biles Do? (Ep. 23)
Feeling isolated in midlife? Trying new hobbies might help—but your mindset determines whether these new pursuits become sources of joy or frustration.
Drawing from her personal experiences with golf,…
From "Can't Do This" to "Just Watch Me" - Midlife Fitness with Laura Dow (Ep. 22)
Have you ever caught yourself saying "I'm too old for that" when it comes to fitness? Laura Dow, fitness expert and author of "Mind Your Movement," has heard these self-limiting beliefs from countles…
Why We Abandon Our Big Ideas and How Women Over 40 Can Stop (Ep. 21)
Have you ever talked yourself out of something before you even tried? Maybe you thought, That business idea is too hard, They probably wouldn’t want to be friends, or I won’t get that job, so why bot…
Hydration Secrets for Midlife Energy (And What You're Doing Wrong!) with Kristen Coffield (Ep. 20)
We all know we should drink more water—but did you know that most people are still dehydrated, even if they drink all day?
In this episode, Cheryl sits down with Kristen Coffield, hydration and wellne…
Three Surefire Tricks to Remember that Age is Just a Number (Ep. 19)
Ever feel like the number on your birth certificate doesn’t quite match how you feel inside? Imagine having a mindset shift that helps you embrace aging with confidence—without worrying about how oth…
Why You Struggle with Sleep in Midlife - And How to Fix It, with Carin Luna-Ostaseski (Ep. 18)
If you’re tossing and turning all night, waking up at 3 AM, or struggling with night sweats and brain fog, you’re not alone. Sleep disturbances in midlife are incredibly common—but that doesn’t mean …
Why Midlife Women Feel Isolated - And How to Reconnect (Ep. 17)
Do you ever feel like your social circle has shrunk in midlife? Maybe your kids are grown, your routines have changed, or friendships that once felt effortless now take more work. Midlife loneliness …
Boost Your Brain and Relieve Stress by Learning Music in Midlife, with Nicole Kovar (Ep. 16)
Did you take piano lessons as a kid? Play clarinet in the school band? Maybe you’ve always wanted to learn an instrument but never had the chance. What if now—right in the middle of your life—was the…
How to Tell if Someone is Actually Listening to You (Ep. 15)
Have you ever been in the middle of an important conversation, only to feel like the other person wasn't really listening? Maybe they didn’t nod, make eye contact, or react the way you expected. But …
The Ultimate Guide to Grounding for Midlife Women, with Jason Corder (Ep. 14)
What if the simplest way to reduce stress, inflammation, and anxiety was right beneath your feet—literally?
In this fascinating episode, Cheryl is joined by Jason Corder, an expert in natural healing …
The Real Story Behind Overcoming Money Blocks in Midlife (Ep. 13)
“Money doesn’t grow on trees.”
“Only greedy people get rich.”
Have you ever stopped to think about the stories you tell yourself about money? The hidden beliefs we hold—often shaped by childhood experi…
Stress-Free Success in Midlife: Is It Possible? (Ep. 12)
Does success have to be stressful? Are you holding onto beliefs that make your goals feel harder than they need to be?
In this episode, Cheryl shares her personal journey of redefining success and ex…
Does It Matter If You're Stressed During Perimenopause? With Marjorie Nass (Ep. 11)
Is your stress making your perimenopause symptoms worse? Could simple changes help you feel better and regain balance during midlife?
In this fascinating episode, Cheryl is joined by Marjorie Nass, a …
Should You Stop Saying Sorry and Thanks? (Ep. 10)
Have you ever caught yourself apologizing for no reason or thanking someone when it wasn’t really necessary? These common habits might be undermining your confidence more than you realize.
In this eye…
Do You Avoid Confrontation? Coaching Episode (Ep. 9)
Does the thought of confrontation make you uncomfortable? Do you replay difficult conversations in your head long after they’ve happened? You’re not alone.
In this powerful coaching episode, Cheryl wo…