In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, Dr. Natalie discusses the challenges of making changes in midlife. She shares her personal experiences with implementing new health routines and the difficulties of sticking to them and emphasizes the importance of understanding the change process and having compassion for oneself when trying to change. She introduces a poem called ‘Autobiography in Five Chapters’ by Portia Nelson, which breaks down the stages of change. Dr. Natalie encourages listeners to embrace discomfort and view it as a sign of growth and progress.
Takeaways:
Making changes in midlife can be challenging due to physical changes and lack of margins.
The inner mean girl can become louder when trying to implement new habits.
Understanding the change process and having compassion for oneself is important.
Embracing discomfort during change is a sign of growth and progress.
Do any of these sound like you?
Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
Have lost your way
Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love
Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.
Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.
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Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
Dr. Natalie introduces the importance of personal agency on this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving. Midlife can feel overwhelming with various challenges and changes. It can make us feel victimized by our circumstances. However, we have the power to be agents of change in our own lives. By adopting a growth mindset and recognizing our agency, we can rewrite the narrative and make decisions that align with our values. This brings peace and allows us to thrive in the midst of chaos. We must remember our worth and take care of ourselves to find a centered life.
Dr. Natalie emphasizes the need for individuals to prioritize themselves and their own worth, rather than constantly giving to others. She shares her own experiences with codependency and the challenges of setting boundaries. She encourages listeners to embrace personal agency and make positive changes in their lives.
Takeaways:
Midlife can be a challenging and overwhelming time, but we have the power to navigate through it.
Adopting a growth mindset allows us to see ourselves as agents of change in our own lives.
We can rewrite the narrative and make decisions that align with our values.
Recognizing our worth and taking care of ourselves brings peace and allows us to thrive in the midst of chaos.
Personal agency is the key to making positive changes in life and embracing personal growth.
Feminism is about recognizing the equal worth and individuality of all humans.
Societal conditioning often leads women to prioritize others over themselves, leading to feelings of resentment and dissatisfaction.
Setting boundaries and valuing one’s own worth is essential for maintaining healthy relationships and personal well-being.
Do any of these sound like you?
Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
Have lost your way
Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love
Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.
Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, we talk about how many people in midlife feel stuck, because they lack a sense of peace in their lives. In their search for happiness, fulfillment, and/or purpose, they are feeling tired and overwhelmed. This lack of peace is often caused by living a fragmented life, where different aspects of themselves are compartmentalized.
Women, in particular, struggle with perfectionism and selflessness, neglecting their own needs. To find peace, it is important to embrace all aspects of oneself, including the mistakes and imperfections. By accepting and loving oneself, and living authentically, one can find a centered life and experience true peace.
Takeaways:
Many people in midlife feel stuck and lack peace in their lives.
Living a fragmented life, where different aspects of oneself are compartmentalized, contributes to this lack of peace.
Women, in particular, struggle with perfectionism and selflessness, neglecting their own needs.
To find peace, it is important to embrace all aspects of oneself, including the mistakes and imperfections.
By accepting and loving oneself, and living authentically, one can find a centered life and experience true peace.
Do any of these sound like you?
Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
Have lost your way
Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love
Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.
Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
Special Interview with Dream Coach, Debbie Spector Weisman
In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, Dr. Natalie interviews Debbie Spector Weisman, a dream life coach. Debbie discovered the power of dreams through a dream that changed her own life, where she realized she was using a metaphorical ‘codpiece’ to protect herself and hide from the world. This realization led her to break out of her shell and become more self-expressive. Debbie emphasizes the importance of paying attention to dreams and how they can provide valuable insights and solutions to pressing problems and discusses using dreams for creativity and healing.
Dream coaching can help bring self-awareness and access internalized wisdom. Dreams can provide insights into health issues, premonitions, and lucid dreaming. Dream incubation is a process where you program yourself to dream about a specific topic or question. Taking action on dream insights can lead to personal growth and problem-solving. Dream work is a practical tool that can be used by anyone. It is important to believe in the power of dreams and trust in your own abilities.
For more about Debbie Spector Weisman and her work, check her out here:
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, Dr. Natalie and Kathleen Adams discuss the power of journaling in midlife and beyond. They explore the different techniques and benefits of journaling, including accessing inner wisdom, gaining perspective, and finding clarity. They also discuss the importance of privacy and setting boundaries in journaling. Kathleen shares practical tips for making journaling a habit, such as starting with short, focused sessions and using reflection to gain insights. Overall, this conversation highlights the transformative potential of journaling in navigating the challenges and opportunities of midlife.
Kathleen Adams shares her passion for journaling and how it can help with personal growth and navigating midlife. She discusses the misconceptions about journaling and the different techniques and strategies that can be used. She also highlights the benefits of journaling in therapy and how it can enhance the therapeutic process. Kathleen shares her own journey with journaling and how it has been a constant tool in her life. She emphasizes the importance of structure, pacing, containment, and permission in therapeutic writing.
To access more on Kathleen Adams’s Work, click the link below:
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
If you had $86,400 and someone stole $10, would you throw $86,390 away for revenge? Or move on and live? Right?!? Move on and live. Here is the thing though, you have 86,400 seconds each day. Don’t let someone’s negative 10 seconds ruin the remaining 86,390. Life is bigger than that. And so are you.
– Unknown Author
I saw this quote once on social media and found it to be very compelling. How many of us do this? We know this isn’t good for us and yet feel we can’t stop ourselves from letting the small amount of negativity in our lives overwhelm us, as if this is the majority of our lives when it really is not.
My challenge for you…try this to start practicing Mindfulness. Help yourself stop the madness created by these old patterns of perseverating on the negative. You may have heard of Mindfulness and still be skeptical this practice can be helpful. It can though. It orients us to ourselves and our world of the present moment only. It allows space for us to let go of things we can’t control by shifting our focus to the present.
Let me demystify one of the reasons why Mindfulness works. When we pay attention to something research shows again and again that it changes our behavior. One of my favorite examples of this is from quantum physics. Get a load of this:
“In a study reported in the February 26, [1998] issue of Nature (Vol. 391, pp. 871-874), researchers at the Weizmann Institute of Science…conducted a highly controlled experiment demonstrating how a beam of electrons is affected by the act of being observed. The experiment revealed that the greater the amount of “watching,” the greater the observer’s influence on what actually takes place.”
What does this mean? It means at the smallest subatomic levels of the energy that makes up what EVERYTHING is made of (such as the electrons focused on in this study), there is research showing us that the act of observing can indeed cause change AND the more we observe the more influence we have. Isn’t that amazing? Just the act of noticing something influences it…changes it.
So here are 3 steps I have for you to try and change the pattern of giving up so much of your time to the negative thoughts in your life:
Notice your thoughts. That’s it! Just take on the role of the observer and notice the thoughts that you’re having.
Describe the thoughts to yourself. This could be out loud, in your head, or written down, like in a journal.
Take a non-judgmental stance. This means don’t be hard on yourself for what you notice you’re thinking. Don’t critique, just notice and name. Nothing more.
Think you can do this over the course of the week? I hope you try. I promise that a practice this small can make big ripples of change in your life. Take five minutes once a day and give yourself the gift of seeing your thoughts as separate from you. You are the observer of the thoughts. You are not the thoughts themselves. See if the act of observing is as powerful as they say it can be on a subatomic energetic level. It may surprise you.
Take look or listen to one of my podcasts on this topic below:
And if you are looking for more helpful hints like this, take a look at my Online Courses. These courses are full of these kinds of suggestions, along with tools and videos to help you implement the practices.
Do any of these sound like you?
Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
Have lost your way
Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love
Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.
Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life. Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations. Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living. Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve! Please press the “START” button below to answer a few questions and schedule your consultation:
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Disclaimer
The content in this blog, vlog, podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, we dive deep into the journey of midlife women who are realizing the immense power they possess to achieve their dreams and aspirations. As we navigate this phase of life, we often come to terms with the fact that while our potential is limitless, our time and energy are finite resources. Join us as we explore how to gracefully navigate the delicate balance between ambition and self-care.
In this episode, we will discuss practical strategies for identifying your true passions and priorities, understanding the importance of reckoning with the fact that we can have anything, yet can’t do everything, and embracing concept. We will explore the mindset shifts necessary to let go of the pressure to “do it all” and instead focus on what truly matters to you.
Tune in as we hear Dr. Natalie’s own personal journey of using the “Do the Next Right Thing” principle to create LearnToLoveYourStory.com and highlights the skills of compassionate self-awareness and taking small steps towards change. This skill allows us to make progress without overwhelming ourselves with big changes. This empowering conversation that will leave you feeling inspired, motivated, and equipped with the tools you need to embrace your potential while honoring the sacred balance of time and energy.
Takeaways:
Don’t let regrets drive your life; use them as a guide to make choices that align with your desires.
The next right thing principle helps you live in the present moment and make small steps towards change.
Develop compassionate self-awareness to notice when something feels amiss and take action to align with what you want.
Change doesn’t have to be overwhelming; focus on doing the next right thing in front of you.
By taking small steps towards change, you can create a life that you love and thrive in midlife.
Do any of these sound like you?
Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
Have lost your way
Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love
Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.
Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
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Keywords: regrets, next right thing, living in the present, alignment, midlife crisis, self-awareness, small steps, change, midlife women, changing slowly, podcast for women, Dr. Natalie, Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving
Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, Dr. Natalie reflects on one of her favorite episodes of the podcast, instructing her listeners on how to address regrets in their lives instead of letting their regrets run their lives. She discusses the importance of setting oneself up for experiences that bring joy and fulfillment and connects this to the power of loving and accepting oneself, even in the face of regrets and struggles. Dr. Natalie emphasizes that each individual is their own life’s purpose and encourages listeners to prioritize self-care and community support.
The episode explores the theme of regret and how it can prevent us from fully living in the present moment. By learning to the importance of loving the life we’re in and learning from our regrets without getting stuck in them, Dr. Natalie helps us to see our true purpose in life is taking care of ourselves and making choices that align with our values.
Dr. Natalie offers a us a gift of a guided meditation to listeners, in a link below in the notes. This meditation revolves are one of her favorite poems called ‘Finding Her Here’ by Jane Relaford Brown. The poem explores the themes of self-reflection, self-acceptance, and embracing the present moment of our midlife. It serves as a reminder to love and honor oneself in the journey of becoming, helping us on our journey of finding our own centered life, thriving.
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
In today’s episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, the most downloaded podcast episode to date is discussed and analyzed. Its an episode in which Dr. Natalie shares her personal story and offers guidance on how to love your story and thrive in midlife. She emphasizes the importance of self-compassion and taking small steps towards creating a centered life. She encourages listeners to write a love letter to themselves and connect with a future version of themselves who has overcome challenges and reminds us that transformation takes time and that it’s okay to be in the messy parts of life.
The episode focuses on the importance of self-love, self-awareness, and self-care in overcoming feelings of overwhelm and regret. The host shares a personal letter she wrote to herself during a difficult time and emphasizes the need for compassionate self-awareness, bucking societal systems, and practicing self-care. The episode concludes with a discussion on growth mindset and emotional agility as key elements in personal growth and living a fulfilling life.
Takeaways
Learning to love your story is essential for thriving in midlife. – Self-compassion and self-acceptance are key to overcoming challenges.
Taking small steps and creating new habits can lead to a centered life.
Writing a love letter to yourself and connecting with a future version of yourself can provide guidance and support.
Self-love, self-awareness, and self-care are essential in overcoming feelings of overwhelm and regret.
Compassionate self-awareness involves being fully aware of one’s thoughts and emotions and showing kindness and understanding towards oneself.
Bucking societal systems that do not serve one’s well-being is crucial for personal growth and self-compassion.
Self-care is about investing in oneself and replenishing energy to navigate life’s challenges.
Growth mindset and emotional agility are key elements in personal growth and living a fulfilling life.
Do any of these sound like you?
Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
Have lost your way
Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love
Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.
Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
Need more clarity on your midlife journey? Sign up for a complimentary call with Dr. Natalie to explore if her transformative coaching program aligns with your aspirations.
Get personalized answers to your questions and discover if Dr. Natalie can help you untangle where you life is now and design the life you want to be living.
Don’t miss the opportunity to embark on a life-changing experience – schedule your complimentary call today and take the first step toward designing the life you deserve!
Please press the “START” button below to answer a few questions and schedule your consultation:
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
In episode of Life Sucks, Now What?!?, Dr. Natalie discusses the concept of having big emotional reactions to people or situations that remind us of past experiences. She explains that our body and mind are wired to recognize patterns and make quick decisions based on past experiences. However, this can lead to overreactions and misunderstandings in current situations.
Dr. Natalie suggests using mindfulness and self-awareness to recognize when we are falling into old patterns and to interrupt those patterns. She emphasizes the importance of choosing new ways of responding and experimenting with different approaches.
Takeaways:
Our body and mind are wired to recognize patterns and make quick decisions based on past experiences.
Having big emotional reactions to people or situations that remind us of past experiences is a natural response.
Mindfulness and self-awareness can help us recognize when we are falling into old patterns.
Interrupting old patterns and choosing new ways of responding can lead to healthier and more effective interactions.
Do any of these sound like you?
Feel a sense of lack, despite success in life or having done everything “right”
Struggle to articulate how you feel to others
Experience guilt about how you’re feeling
Have lost your way
Are struggling to overcome turmoil in your life
Have become resigned to accepting a life you don’t love
Many of us are suffering like this — daily life has become an ordeal, and we don’t know where or how to find help.
Dr. Natalie’s Online Courses and Coaching CAN HELP. Click below and get started.
You don’t want to miss a thing we are doing here at LearnToLoveYourStory.com. From our weekly podcasts to our library of blogs and videos that can help you step into a more centered life.
Allow Dr. Natalie to guide you on this empowering adventure to break free, rediscover your passion, and create the life you’ve always envisioned for yourself. Your journey to empowerment starts here. Join our Mailing List today!
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Special Interview with Journalist Julie Rose from Top of Mind
In this episode of Midlife Crisis to a Centered Life Thriving, journalist Julie Rose shares her story of transitioning from a career in public radio to hosting a podcast that focuses on consuming news in a mindful and empowering way. She discusses the stressors of the news cycle and the impact it has on our mental health. Julie explains how she “cracked the code” on how we can better consume media and not feel burned out by it.
Julie emphasizes the importance of feeling calm, optimistic, surprised, empathetic, and empowered when consuming news. The episode explores the importance of mindful news consumption and the impact it can have on our understanding of different perspectives. It emphasizes the value of seeking out diverse viewpoints and engaging in deeper, more meaningful conversations. Julie shares with us why we need to be mindful of the media we consume and to approach with the goal of understanding and connection. She also explores the value of reading news articles that we actively disagree with to broaden our perspectives.
In this conversation, Julie Rose and Dr. Natalie discuss the importance of mindfulness and empathy in navigating uncomfortable conversations and conflicts. Julie shares strategies for having difficult conversations, including asking permission, establishing clear intentions, and focusing on asking questions and understanding the other person’s perspective. Julie also mentions her new upcoming podcast ‘Uncomfy’, where she will share stories of sticking with uncomfortable moments.
Takeaways
Limit social media news consumption to avoid passive consumption and biased algorithms.
Seek out balanced perspectives and human stories to understand different experiences and avoid polarization.
Focus on feeling calm, optimistic, surprised, empathetic, and empowered when consuming news.
Engage in mindful news consumption by being intentional about what and how much news to consume.
Seek out local news sources for a less polarizing and more empathetic perspective.
Choose one topic of interest and go deep rather than staying broad and shallow.
Read entire news articles to gain a deeper understanding and challenge our own biases.
Use news consumption as a way to prepare for engaging in conversations with others and bridging polarization.
Read news articles that we actively disagree with to broaden our perspectives
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Disclaimer
The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
Have you seen a social media post where someone goes from a couch potato to running a marathon? Or a 5K?
And did you think “hey, I can do that too” and then talk yourself out of it because you’re too
· Old
· Out of shape
· Heavier than the average athlete
· Don’t have the right clothes, shoes, sports watch
· I’ll come in last
I saw an article on the Portland Marathon where a sizable contingent of people walked the marathon, and I thought “hey, I can do that too.” After that, I became a fencer, then a marathon runner, and then a triathlete. At each step along the way, I battled with these negative thoughts. Here’s what happened.
I’m too old
I was thirty-eight when I had this idea that I should walk a marathon. I had never been sporty in school and had little experience with races other than what I saw every four years at the Olympics. So I figured that it would be me and a bunch of twenty-two-year-olds at the starting line. I was wrong – when my youngest sister and I lined up to start the Lake Tahoe marathon, there were hundreds of people of all ages who planned to walk. The runners were also of all ages – in fact, very few were under the age of thirty. It turns out that older adults excel at long-distance running, and so I saw people into their seventies either running or walking or a combination of both. Most races have different age categories, and so you’re only competing against people of your own age. You may arrive at the finish line two hours after the person in first place, but, if you’re first in your age group, you’ll get up on that podium too.
I found this to be true with fencing and triathlons. There are always categories for older athletes, and you can be one of them. Sporting organizations love older athletes because they have more disposable income to pay fees, and they are more likely to have the time to volunteer.
I’m out of shape
Hopefully you’ll decide to start your athletic journey with a shorter race than a marathon (I’ve never been that sore in my life after that first marathon). No matter which program you choose, and there are a lot, they will have you create a manageable goal and work up to an appropriate distance. And no one said you have to be a runner or walker to become an athlete – I also started fencing when I was 38. Other people join volleyball, badminton, and swim clubs. A good club will have a beginner’s program, which is a great place for you to start your journey.
Some examples:
· Runner’s World couch to 5K training plan – it’s not free (you have to get a digital subscription) but it’s been used by thousands of beginning runners. There are also books that have training plans. The key to success in any beginning program is to walk or run for a certain time, not distance. If the book you’re looking at says you need to run 1, 2, or 3 miles on your first day, look for another book that tells you to run/walk for thirty minutes.
· Group sports – check your county’s parks and recreation website to join one of their classes. Once you find out you love it, the teacher/coach of the class can tell you how to get involved in your local community.
· Some clubs may have their own beginner classes. For example, many triathlon clubs have beginning programs. I taught a beginning triathlon class through the YMCA. This is where your internet searching skills will help.
I’m heavier than the average athlete
Actually, you’re probably not. When was the last time you saw a race or went to a volleyball game where people over 40 were involved? If you don’t believe me, here’s a picture of me competing in the Arizona Ironman (2.4-mile swim, 112-mile bike ride, 26.2-mile run/walk/crawl).
A large-sized woman running at the Arizona Ironman
No matter what you weigh, with the right training, you can participate. I highly encourage you to go to a race or club meeting or whatever sport you’re interested in, and look at the shapes and sizes of the folks. There are social media videos of large-sized people ice skating, doing gymnastics, yoga, and so many other sports. Do not let your weight keep you from having fun or exercising. Don’t think you have to lose weight first. Just go and do it (and check with your doctor too!).
I don’t have the right clothes, shoes, or watch
Athletes end up with a lot, and I mean a LOT, of extra gear. Which they then give to a thrift store. Start with your local thrift store. All you really need is shorts, shirt, and possibly a jogging bra in athletic-type material. You can get by with one set and hand-wash them after every use. Thrift stores even have bathing suits if you’re going to take up swimming.
Shoes are a different matter. In any sport except swimming, your feet are going to do a lot of work. You need decent shoes. They don’t have to be really expensive – most shoe stores will have older models that are just as good as the latest flashy pair. I highly recommend going to a running or sports store to have someone fit the shoes to you – and don’t be shy about telling them what your budget is. They will help you figure out something in your price range.
Sports watches aren’t necessary. Really. If you have a smart phone, use one of the apps that will track your exercise. Or just don’t worry about it. Somehow people excelled at exercise for thousands of years without knowing what their heart rate average was. Enjoy the time you spend moving your body and don’t worry about how long it takes.
I’m afraid I’ll come in last
This is a legitimate fear, and don’t feel embarrassed if you have it. I have come in last many times, some of them because I chose to come in last so that no one in my class or club had to worry about this fear. And you never know – you may get a prize for coming in last. I received t-shirts, a bike helmet, and gift cards for coming in last. As I have pointed out many times, my medal for coming in last is the same medal as everyone else who finished. Just have fun and let the race or competition unfold as it will – the only thing you can control is your attitude.
Closing Thoughts
Embarking on an athletic journey at any age can be daunting, but it’s also incredibly rewarding. The fears and doubts you have are valid, yet they shouldn’t hold you back. Each step, each mile, and each goal reached is a victory in itself. Remember, it’s not about competing with others; it’s about challenging yourself and discovering what you’re capable of.
Don’t let age, fitness level, weight, or lack of gear stop you. The athletic community is diverse and welcoming, and there’s a place for everyone. Start where you are, use what you have, and do what you can. Your journey is uniquely yours, and every effort you make brings you closer to your goals.
If you have any other fears or concerns about starting your athletic journey over 35, reach out to me. Together, we can support each other and celebrate every success, no matter how small.
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The content in this blog is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums.
If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):
