From Burnout to Bliss, Finding Happiness at 60 with Siobhan Daniels

EP: 93

Former BBC journalist turned full-time nomad, Siobhan Daniels left the grind behind at 60 to live life on her own terms. After facing grief, menopause, and toxic workplace dynamics, she gave up her house, packed up a motorhome, and hit the road in search of joy—and found a hell of a lot more than that. Now she’s a pro-age campaigner, bestselling author of Retirement Rebel, and a loud voice for women who feel pushed aside as they get older.

What to Expect:

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Siobhan to unpack how she went from burnout to boldly reinventing her life at 60. They talk menopause, ageism, grief, and the brutal honesty of starting over—without the Pinterest quotes or fairy dust.

Whether you’re 30, 40, 50 or 60+, Siobhan’s story is a wake-up call. If you’ve ever felt stuck, invisible, or like you’re quietly falling apart behind the scenes... this one’s for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Why Siobhan walked away from a successful 30-year career—and how it saved her life
• The real impact of menopause, grief, and workplace ageism on women over 50
• How she found purpose, peace, and her voice living solo in a motorhome
• The power of saying sod it to expectations and choosing yourself
• Why building a new community might be the most healing move you’ll ever make

Timestamps:

0:00 – Siobhan’s Journey: From Nursing to Journalism to Finding Happiness

4:24 – Overcoming Personal Struggles Through Resilience and Support

8:05 – Finding Freedom and Joy in a Motorhome Adventure

11:48 – Addressing Ageism and Bullying in the Workplace

20:12 – Rediscovering Adventure and Community in Later Life

26:25 – Empowering Women Over 60 Through Writing and Community

27:44 – Mother–Daughter Relationships and Personal Growth Through Challenges

30:56 – Adventure, Storytelling, and Empowering Women Over 60

35:41 – Finding Happiness and Authenticity Through Life’s Journey

“I dared to retire at 60, get rid of my home and all my possessions, and go off in search of my happy place.”

“We need proper legislation—because women are working another 15 to 20 years. You can’t keep treating us like we’re disposable.”

“I want younger women to hear this: don’t be afraid to get older. It gets better.”

“Success? When someone asks what you want to be when you grow up—say happy.”

“The only thing stopping you is you.”

Resources & Links:

• 📚 Retirement Rebel by Siobhan Daniels
• 🎙️ Podcast: Retirement Rebel – Life After 60
• 📸 Instagram: @shuvonshuvoff

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