Ever feel like you’re constantly falling short when it comes to fitness goals? Imagine having a way to feel better—physically, mentally, and emotionally—without needing a gym, a workout plan, or any pressure to be perfect.

In this refreshing episode, Cheryl Fischer breaks down why walking might be the most underrated wellness habit for women in midlife. From processing emotions to boosting your immune system, walking offers simple, powerful benefits that go far beyond step counts and calorie burns. And the best part? You can start today—with zero guilt and zero rules.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

✔ Why walking improves both your physical health and your mental clarity
✔ How walking helps process emotions and reduce midlife anxiety
✔ Easy ways to make walking part of your day (no counting required)
✔ Tips for habit-stacking, walking with friends, and making it something you actually look forward to

🎯 OMG Moment: Walking isn’t a task. It’s a mental reset—and one of the most effective ways to release stress and reconnect with yourself.

Take Action
Ready to make walking your go-to midlife mindset tool? Start small. Skip the perfection, skip the pressure, and simply ask yourself: When can I go outside today and feel better than I do right now? Then go. Bonus points if you bring a friend.

Listen in to the grounding and gut health episodes.

Grab your free story cycle resource: cherylpfischer.com/storycycle.

Join me in the Patreon community: patreon.com/mindyourmidlife.

Why This Episode Matters
If your workouts feel like one more thing on your to-do list, this episode will shift your mindset. Walking isn’t just movement—it’s medicine for your mind, body, and spirit. Give yourself the gift of movement that’s joyful, flexible, and completely on your terms.

🎧 Hit follow now and join me next week as we explore how to create the story of your life—and why that might be the most powerful mindset tool you’ve never used.

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Ever feel like healthy living is one long list of rules you can never keep up with? Imagine if eating well and living long could actually feel joyful, simple, and…fun.

In this episode, I’m joined by the fabulous Lynne Bowman—cookbook author, grandma, and full-on wellness rebel in her 80th year of life. From reversing type 2 diabetes to thriving with energy, Lynne shares how she simplified nutrition, embraced joyful cooking, and turned midlife into her most vibrant chapter yet.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

✔ Why who you eat with matters as much as what you eat

✔ The truth about sugar, sleep, and why intention matters more than perfection

✔ Easy, joyful recipes that don’t require measuring, macros, or stress

✔ How midlife can be the start of your most vibrant, connected, and energized years

🎯 OMG Moment: Eat joyfully. When you change your intention, you change everything—from your food to your future.

Take Action

Ready to simplify your healthy habits and have way more fun doing it? Grab Lynne’s book, Brownies for Breakfast, and find simple, joyful recipes that are easy to love and hard to mess up. Find her at lynnebowman.com and on Substack at lynnebowman.substack.com.

Listen to the recent episode on isolation and connection in midlife (episode 17).

Why This Episode Matters

Health in midlife shouldn’t feel like punishment. This conversation is a reminder that food, sleep, and movement are tools for joy, not control. With the right mindset—and a little chickpea pasta—you can feel strong, connected, and truly alive at any age.

🎧 Hit follow now and join me next week as we keep the healthy momentum going with a new episode all about walking—why it works, how to make it fun, and the real mindset shifts behind this powerful midlife habit.

Find all coaching and podcast resources at cherylpfischer.com.

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The Midlife Pivot Patreon Community launches June 1st! Find out all the details and grab your spot on the waitlist at cherylpfischer.com/midlifepivot.

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: May 9, 2023. Two years to the day since I launched this podcast. (Totally unplanned. Total goosebumps.)

To celebrate this anniversary, I’m taking you behind the scenes of the pivot that changed everything—from a podcast that tried to be “clever” to one that’s truly clear. I’m sharing how I went from “OMG Teach Me” (yes, based on my love of saying oh-my-goodness) to Mind Your Midlife, and why that shift—fueled by you and your real-life midlife questions—was the turning point.

In this episode, I open up about:

• The biggest mistake I made when I first launched
• Why trying to speak to everyone meant I was connecting with no one
• The moment I realized I was serving myself more than my audience
• How clarity, not cleverness, became my guiding star
• And how you helped shape this podcast into what it is today

Whether you're building a business, starting a passion project, or simply navigating a new season of life, the lesson is the same: when you stop trying to sound smart and start getting specific about who you're really here to help, everything shifts.

Have you had a moment like this in your own journey? I’d love to hear about it! Find me on Instagram, TikTok, or Facebook @CherylPFischer—or visit cherylpfischer.com and say hello.

And hey, if this episode resonated with you, sharing it with a friend is the biggest compliment you can give. 💛

Find all podcast and coaching resources at cherylpfischer.com.

Make sure you're on the waitlist for the Patreon Midlife Pivot community launching June 1st and free all summer. You do not want to miss this!

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The Midlife Pivot Patreon Community launches June 1st! Find out all the details and grab your spot on the waitlist at cherylpfischer.com/midlifepivot.

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, I dive into the science and psychology behind what we wear and how it impacts the way we feel and function, especially in midlife. Whether you work from home, head into an office, or are somewhere in between, this conversation is about more than clothes—it’s about identity, intention, and how we want to show up in our own lives.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

✔ What “enclothed cognition” is and how your brain responds to what you’re wearing
✔ Why getting dressed can actually change your mindset and boost confidence
✔ How to use clothing as a tool to signal the mood, energy, and focus you want to have
✔ Why it’s time to clean out anything in your closet that makes you feel less than your best

🎯 OMG Moment: What you wear isn’t just about style—it’s a signal to your brain that says, “I’m ready. Let’s go.”

Take Action
Ask yourself each morning: How do I want to feel today? Then get dressed in a way that reflects that intention. Your clothes aren’t just an outfit—they’re your energy.

Listen to Cyndy Porter share more powerful style and personal branding tips on this episode.

Why This Episode Matters
In midlife, how we think and feel about ourselves shapes everything. Choosing what to wear with purpose can help you feel more confident, take action on your goals, and interact with the world in a way that feels authentic and aligned.

🎧 Hit follow now and join me next week as I sit down with a 79-year-old cookbook author for a surprising conversation about health, food, and living with energy at any age.

Find all the podcast and coaching resources at cherylpfischer.com.

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The Midlife Pivot Patreon Community launches June 1st! Find out all the details and grab your spot on the waitlist at cherylpfischer.com/midlifepivot.

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, when we’re all trying to take better care of our minds, bodies, and hearts.

In this episode, I sit down with certified alcohol-free life coach Emily Allen to talk about what it’s really like to take a break from alcohol, why she chose to do it, and what changed for her when she did. Spoiler alert: Emily didn’t hit rock bottom. She was just a midlife woman who wanted to feel better—and ended up transforming her life.

Whether you’re sober-curious, thinking about cutting back, or just wondering what this lifestyle is all about (while sipping your glass of wine), I think you’ll find this conversation enlightening and empowering.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

✔ Why you don’t need a crisis to reevaluate your relationship with alcohol
✔ How Emily replaced wine nights with self-care, clarity, and confidence
✔ The surprising midlife benefits of drinking less (think sleep, energy, and mood!)
✔ Why you’re not “doing it wrong” if you feel unsure about where you stand

🎯 OMG Moment: Midlife is already full of change—so why not make one that brings true freedom?

Take Action
Curious about cutting back or going alcohol-free? Emily offers one-on-one coaching to help women navigate that journey. You can learn more at livingfreewithemily.com or follow her at @livingfreewithemily on social.

Why This Episode Matters
This isn’t about judgment, labels, or rules—it’s about awareness. In midlife, how we treat ourselves matters more than ever. Whether or not you’re ready to rethink your happy hour, this episode invites you to check in with your intuition and give yourself permission to choose what feels right.

🎧 Hit follow now and join me next week as we talk about my favorite topic (believe it or not): mornings! We’ll explore how to make mornings work for you—without a 5 a.m. wake-up call or a laundry list of habits.

Find all podcast and coaching resources at cherylpfischer.com.

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The Midlife Pivot Patreon Community launches June 1st! Find out all the details and grab your spot on the waitlist at cherylpfischer.com/midlifepivot.

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 there.

In this episode, we're diving into what I like to call the “midlife memory seesaw”—that mental tipping point between warm, fuzzy memories and the sting of regret. I’m sharing some of my own stories (yes, including questionable 90s haircuts), along with brain science and practical tools that will help you shift how you think about your past. The goal? More joy, less guilt, and a lot more grace for the person you used to be.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

✔ Why our brains tend to cling to the negative—and how to gently train them to do otherwise
✔ My go-to “regret reframe” that shifts self-criticism into appreciation
✔ How writing a thank-you note to your younger self can change your perspective
✔ What positive nostalgia can do for your self-esteem and emotional well-being

🎯 OMG Moment: Looking back with joy and appreciation is power. Looking back with self-criticism is a trap—and it’s one you don’t have to fall into.

Take Action
Next time you catch yourself slipping into regret, try asking, “What good came from that moment?” or “How far have I come since then?” That one simple reframe can change everything. You deserve to look back with kindness.

Grab your free Story Cycle resource to help you recognize these emotions and the thoughts behind them at www.cherylpfischer.com/storycycle.

Why This Episode Matters
Midlife naturally brings a lot of reflection—but how we relate to our past directly shapes our peace and happiness now. I want you to see how much gold is in your story, even the messy chapters. You’ve lived a lot of life. Let’s honor that—together.

🎧 Hit follow now and join me next week as I sit down with a guest to talk about the alcohol-free movement and what it means to redefine your relationship with habits in midlife.

Find all podcast and coaching resources at cherylpfischer.com.

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The Midlife Pivot Patreon Community launches June 1st! Find out all the details and grab your spot on the waitlist at cherylpfischer.com/midlifepivot.

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 her personal journey of helping clear out her mother's home after a move to assisted living—a process made doubly painful because her mother was simultaneously grieving her husband and her possessions. This experience transformed Mary Beth's perspective on our relationship with our things and sparked her mission to help others avoid leaving this burden for their children.

Far from just practical advice, this conversation explores the profound emotional aspects of our belongings.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU'LL DISCOVER:

• Compassionate strategies for getting started without becoming overwhelmed
• The best tip I've ever heard for cleaning out photos on your phone
• Ideas for helping family and friends with the clean out or downsizing process
• Ways to make the entire decluttering process less stressful

🎯 OMG Moment: Give yourself grace throughout the decluttering process. Perfectionism is the enemy of progress, and even small improvements create a sense of lightness and accomplishment that motivates continued effort.

TAKE ACTION:

Find Mary Beth on Instagram @marybeth.mackinnon - and keep enjoying her tips and tricks!

Grab your free StoryCycle resource from Cheryl to navigate the emotional challenges of this process as well.

Listen to Cheryl’s interview with paper organizing expert C. Lee Cawley.

WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS:

Whether you're considering downsizing, helping parents through transitions, or simply feeling weighed down by decades of accumulated possessions, this episode provides both the practical tools and the mindset shifts needed to create more space—both physical and emotional—in your midlife.

Find all the coaching and podcast resources at cherylpfischer.com.

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The Midlife Pivot Patreon Community launches June 1st! Find out all the details and grab your spot on the waitlist at cherylpfischer.com/midlifepivot.

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, violin, and mahjong in her 50s, Cheryl shares powerful insights about embracing the beginner's journey when we're accustomed to being experts in other areas of life.

Lisa Alfano, of agelessadventures.life, joins Cheryl with her wisdom on sports and community in your 50s and beyond.

BY THE TIME YOU FINISH LISTENING, YOU’LL DISCOVER:

✔ Why mindset—not motivation—is the key to consistency
✔ How humor can be your most powerful tool
✔ The power of community for motivation and success
✔ How to avoid the comparison trap

🎯 OMG Moment: Sports and activities in midlife are meant to bring us joy and help us prioritize movement and community. When it stops being fun and satisfying, it's ok to do something new.

TAKE ACTION:

Grab your free StoryCycle resource to help you pause and identify the emotions and thoughts that are impacting you.

Visit cherylpfischer.com/coaching and set up a free consultation on creating a positive mindset and action items you actually look forward to for your next adventure.

Listen to episode 17 on isolation in midlife and episode 6 on laughter yoga!

WHY THIS EPISODE MATTERS:
The real question isn't whether you're instantly good at something new—it's whether it brings you joy and connection. There are endless opportunities to find exactly that.

Find all the podcast and coaching resources at cherylpfischer.com.

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