Life’s 2nd Act: A journey into finding direction and purpose
Life’s 2nd Act: A journey into finding direction and purpose
Episodes
Life’s 2nd Act: A journey into finding direction and purpose
Episodes of Life’s 2nd Act
Mark All
In this episode, I have the privilege of chatting with Carolyn Mayling, who shares her remarkable journey through midlife.The conversation begins with Carolyn recounting her heart-wrenching experience of losing her daughter, Rosie, to a sudd
In this episode, I chat to Jonathan Besser.He shares his transformative journey through midlife, discussing the unexpected challenges he faced after a career shift at 40, including imposter syndrome and the importance of support networks.
In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Ali Spooner, the 'Midlife Mojo Coach', about the challenges and transformations that come with midlife.We discuss the feeling of losing one's mojo, the importance of self-awareness, and the role
In this 'Midlife Musing' I reflect on my experiences of feeling stuck and the journey towards reinvention.I touch on the importance of acknowledging feelings of uncertainty, taking small steps towards change, and prioritising health and well-b
In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, it's time for another 'Midlife Musing' on aging...Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, where did the time go? or Am I too old for this?Today, I'm flipping the script on aging. Aging isn't somethin
In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I explore the theme of authenticity in midlife. I chat through the common feelings of discontent and the societal pressures that lead individuals to question their true selves.I chat about the importance of
Yay! I’m celebrating ONE YEAR of Life’s 2nd Act! And for today’s episode, I’m mixing things up with something COMPLETELY NEW and I'm still shaking my head in disbelief with this ‘conversation’.Over 24 amazing guests, countless moments, in
In this episode I speak with transformative coach Susanne Kubik about her journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Susanne shares her experiences of breaking free from a life of perfectionism and control.The conversation explores themes of
In this episode, I speak with Alan Sowersby, who shares his journey of battling OCD throughout his career.Alan discusses the challenges he faced while hiding behind a mask of confidence, the tipping point that led him to seek help, and how he
In this episode, I speak with Dan Bowsher about his personal journey through breakdown, the challenges of midlife and the creation of his podcast, ‘Good Enough Chats’.Dan shares his experiences with mental health, the importance of listening t
In this episode, I speak with Shawn Hamill, who shares his transformative journey from a successful corporate career to a life of purpose and balance. After realising he was on a fast track to burnout, Sean reflects on his life and decides to
In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Claire and James Davis, founders of a successful luxury fitness retreat company and hosts of the Midlife Mentors podcast. They discuss the challenges and transformations that come with midlife, i
In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Dawn Barnes about her career journey, the challenges of burnout, and the transformative power of intuition.Dawn shares her experiences of navigating midlife changes and the importance of listenin
In this episode, I speak with Stephen Thariyan about his personal journey from a successful career in finance and the city to volunteering with the Samaritans. Stephen shares his experiences in the high-pressure world of finance, the catalys
In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Paul Sutton about the challenges and reflections that come with midlife.He shares his personal journey feeling disconnected, questioning his purpose and struggling to figure out what’s missing. P
In this episode, I speak to John Hird.John, a seasoned accountant, shares his journey of looking for work in his 50s and the challenges he faced, including being told he was ‘overqualified’ for roles. He also discusses his brief experience as
In this episode, I speak to Tim Farmer, an expert in mental capacity and brain function.We discuss the importance of understanding mental capacity as we age and how it affects decision-making. Tim shares his journey and passion for helping vul
In this episode, I speak to Anna Coscia.Anna shares her experiences of facing fear and self-doubt, finding more meaning in her work and navigating the challenges of midlife. She emphasises the importance of managing fear, accepting emotions,
In this episode I speak to Jeremy Kourdi.In this moving episode of Life's 2nd Act, we explore the profound journey of navigating life's most challenging moments.Jeremy shares his transformative journey through mid to later life, which include
In this episode, I speak to Bradley Worsfold, a successful entrepreneur and businessman. He shares his journey of finding a new direction and purpose after selling his business. Bradley discusses the challenges of transitioning from a busine
In this episode, I speak to Debbie Thomas, a psychotherapist, about the transformative phase in midlife.We discuss the shift from the ego-driven first act to the soul-driven second act, the importance of finding meaning and purpose, and the
In this episode, I speak to Richard Alborough about the challenges and opportunities of finding a job and navigating the world of work.We discuss topics such as age discrimination, the skills gap, salary expectations, and the importance of m
In this episode I speak to Mike Ford, founder of Grateful Lemon.Mike shares his journey of finding a new sense of purpose and direction in life after burnout hit him hard.He discusses the importance of wellbeing and its link to performanc
In this episode, I speak to Cathy Walker, an actress in her mid-50s, about navigating uncertainty, finding direction and purpose in mid to later life. Cathy shares her experiences as an actor, including the challenges of the industry and the
In this episode, I speak to Stuart Wilson about the current borrowing landscape, attitudes towards retirement planning and the options available, such as equity release.We also explore the shift from retirement time to ‘living time’, and how
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