60 acast.com Midlife Plot Twists with Lucy Baber https://www.lucybaberphotography.com/ en Lucy Baber midlife,lifestyle Lucy Baber Approaching 40 seems to bring major plot twists with it. Welcome to Midlife Plot Twists with Lucy Baber! In this show, we'll be chatting about all of the weird and unexpected ways that our lives seem to be changing as we inch closer to turning the big 4-0. As my friends and I start approaching 40, we all seem to have one thing in common—MAJOR PLOT TWISTS are happening all around us.


We're seeing midlife career changes and body changes, responsibilities shifting, and so much more. Whether you're starting over in something major in your life or have accomplished the goals you set for yourself, we're tackling the big questions we all have... like what now or what's next?


Join us on this journey to discussing the topic of women's issues as we approach midlife (or maybe you're already there). Hit subscribe and tune in!

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]]> Welcome to Midlife Plot Twists with Lucy Baber! In this show, we'll be chatting about all of the weird and unexpected ways that our lives seem to be changing as we inch closer to turning the big 4-0. As my friends and I start approaching 40, we all seem to have one thing in common—MAJOR PLOT TWISTS are happening all around us.


We're seeing midlife career changes and body changes, responsibilities shifting, and so much more. Whether you're starting over in something major in your life or have accomplished the goals you set for yourself, we're tackling the big questions we all have... like what now or what's next?


Join us on this journey to discussing the topic of women's issues as we approach midlife (or maybe you're already there). Hit subscribe and tune in!

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]]> false Lucy Baber info+5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e@mg-eu.acast.com 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber episodic https://assets.pippa.io/shows/5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e/1677158410497-214b8da0e61ea86e216edb32bf44cdb7.jpeg https://www.lucybaberphotography.com/ Midlife Plot Twists with Lucy Baber S2E15: Moving On in Midlife with Elaina Wright S2E15: Moving On in Midlife with Elaina Wright Fri, 04 Aug 2023 10:00:25 GMT 1:13:26 64c825270e1a7c00111a3fbf false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/moving-on-in-midlife-with-elaina-wright 64c825270e1a7c00111a3fbf 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e moving-on-in-midlife-with-elaina-wright full In every season of life, we're face with letting go and moving on from certain things. In today's final episode of Midlife Plot Twists, we're talking about exactly that. My dear friend Elaina Wright joins me to discuss the major midlife plot twists that have happened over the last few years, how they've impacted our lives and what it has looked like to move on from them.

I've enjoyed the beautiful and magical conversations that have come from this podcast over the last three years and have been honored that you've tuned in. Thank you for all of your support of this podcast as I've explored midlife!

Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.

If you're enjoying this podcast or took something away from this episode, you can support the creation of this podcast by buying me a coffee! 

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Episode 9 with Julie Cristol

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]]> In every season of life, we're face with letting go and moving on from certain things. In today's final episode of Midlife Plot Twists, we're talking about exactly that. My dear friend Elaina Wright joins me to discuss the major midlife plot twists that have happened over the last few years, how they've impacted our lives and what it has looked like to move on from them.

I've enjoyed the beautiful and magical conversations that have come from this podcast over the last three years and have been honored that you've tuned in. Thank you for all of your support of this podcast as I've explored midlife!

Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.

If you're enjoying this podcast or took something away from this episode, you can support the creation of this podcast by buying me a coffee! 

Mentioned in this Episode:

Episode 9 with Julie Cristol

Connect with Eliana

https://www.instagram.com/hijadivina/

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]]> S2E14: Feeling Complete in Midlife with Raquita Henderson S2E14: Feeling Complete in Midlife with Raquita Henderson Fri, 07 Jul 2023 10:00:14 GMT 1:15:16 64a729bd6336750011bce139 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/feeling-complete-in-midlife-with-raquita-henderson 64a729bd6336750011bce139 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e feeling-complete-in-midlife-with-raquita-henderson full By the time we reach midlife, many of us are aware of what we want for ourselves and those around us. Fellow photographer, Raquita Henderson lives a life that allows her to feel complete. Through this process, she's gone through her own personal growth journey that has allowed her to be a woman she (and the people around her) can be proud of.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


If you're enjoying this podcast or took something away from this episode, you can support the creation of this podcast by buying me a coffee! 




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]]> By the time we reach midlife, many of us are aware of what we want for ourselves and those around us. Fellow photographer, Raquita Henderson lives a life that allows her to feel complete. Through this process, she's gone through her own personal growth journey that has allowed her to be a woman she (and the people around her) can be proud of.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


If you're enjoying this podcast or took something away from this episode, you can support the creation of this podcast by buying me a coffee! 




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]]> S2E13: Midlife Plot Twists in the Movies, Pt. 2 with Scott Zielinski S2E13: Midlife Plot Twists in the Movies, Pt. 2 with Scott Zielinski Fri, 26 May 2023 10:00:49 GMT 1:15:30 646e163f4edb000011c5c4a5 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e13-midlife-plot-twists-in-the-movies-pt-2-with-scott-ziel 646e163f4edb000011c5c4a5 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e13-midlife-plot-twists-in-the-movies-pt-2-with-scott-ziel full Did you love our conversation last year about midlife plot twists in the movies? We're back with part 2, where we're diving into the final 5 movies that feature a midlife plot twist! Scott Zielinski joins me again to share his knowledge on all things horror and discuss some of his favorite plot twists with me!

Spoiler alert... we do share a few spoilers throughout this episode!


Listen to part 1 of this conversation here in season 2 episode 7.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.

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]]> Did you love our conversation last year about midlife plot twists in the movies? We're back with part 2, where we're diving into the final 5 movies that feature a midlife plot twist! Scott Zielinski joins me again to share his knowledge on all things horror and discuss some of his favorite plot twists with me!

Spoiler alert... we do share a few spoilers throughout this episode!


Listen to part 1 of this conversation here in season 2 episode 7.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.

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]]> S2E12: Midlife Caretaker with Arianna Neromiliotis S2E12: Midlife Caretaker with Arianna Neromiliotis Fri, 28 Apr 2023 10:00:10 GMT 1:02:35 643ee5a473010400111d3173 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e12-midlife-caretaker-with-arianna-neromilitios 643ee5a473010400111d3173 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e12-midlife-caretaker-with-arianna-neromilitios full As we get older, so do our parents, which sometimes means that we become their caretakers. Arianna Neromiliotis knows the intricacies of being a caretaker in midlife very well, as she ultimately had the opportunity to be an advocate and caretaker for her mother for the last few years of her life. Arianna's mother, Aurora, began showing signs of Dementia beginning in 2017, but in 2019, she ultimately needed full-time care. Listen in as Arianna shares how she approached her mother's diagnosis, became her caretaker, and made the decisions that would give her mom the fullest life.


If you're enjoying this podcast or took something away from this episode, you can support the creation of this podcast by buying me a coffee! 


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review the full show notes and transcript at http://midlifeplottwists.com/


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]]> As we get older, so do our parents, which sometimes means that we become their caretakers. Arianna Neromiliotis knows the intricacies of being a caretaker in midlife very well, as she ultimately had the opportunity to be an advocate and caretaker for her mother for the last few years of her life. Arianna's mother, Aurora, began showing signs of Dementia beginning in 2017, but in 2019, she ultimately needed full-time care. Listen in as Arianna shares how she approached her mother's diagnosis, became her caretaker, and made the decisions that would give her mom the fullest life.


If you're enjoying this podcast or took something away from this episode, you can support the creation of this podcast by buying me a coffee! 


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review the full show notes and transcript at http://midlifeplottwists.com/


Connect with Arianne


Connect with Arianna

@justbeyondboundaries

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]]> S2E11: Midlife Soul Work for Dating with Tracy Ready S2E11: Midlife Soul Work for Dating with Tracy Ready Fri, 31 Mar 2023 10:00:40 GMT 1:14:22 6415cf50d7071d00117fbb2f false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e11-midlife-soul-work-for-dating-with-tracy-ready 6415cf50d7071d00117fbb2f 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e11-midlife-soul-work-for-dating-with-tracy-ready full Are you putting yourself out there in the dating realm? Whether it feels like you're finding success or you're struggling through bad dates, Tracy Ready believes the first step is through soul work. In today's episode, Tracy joins us to share about her program, The Soul Detox, and how you build a healthy relationship with dating (or with a partner) through that soul work.

Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.

Review the full show notes and transcript at http://midlifeplottwists.com/


Connect with Tracy

Website: tracyready.com

Soul Detox Program: tracyready.com/souldetox2

Self Study: tracyready.com/selfstudy

Personal Matchmaking; shehasitall.life

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]]> Are you putting yourself out there in the dating realm? Whether it feels like you're finding success or you're struggling through bad dates, Tracy Ready believes the first step is through soul work. In today's episode, Tracy joins us to share about her program, The Soul Detox, and how you build a healthy relationship with dating (or with a partner) through that soul work.

Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.

Review the full show notes and transcript at http://midlifeplottwists.com/


Connect with Tracy

Website: tracyready.com

Soul Detox Program: tracyready.com/souldetox2

Self Study: tracyready.com/selfstudy

Personal Matchmaking; shehasitall.life

Youtube:youtube.com/@tracyreadytv

Instagram: instagram.com/tracyreadytv

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]]> S2E10: Midlife Fertility with Sharon Fisher S2E10: Midlife Fertility with Sharon Fisher Fri, 24 Feb 2023 11:00:59 GMT 53:21 63f76d691a63070011de0911 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e10-midlife-fertility-with-sharon-fisher 63f76d691a63070011de0911 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e10-midlife-fertility-with-sharon-fisher full Have you waited to have children? Maybe you're just curious about your hormones in midlife! Today's guest, Sharon Fisher joins me to discuss midlife fertility, motherhood, and hormones in today's episode! Listen in as we discuss how our bodies change, what to expect with menopause and perimenopause, and resources for treatment!


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review the show notes at midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Sharon

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Beyond the Egg Timer

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]]> Have you waited to have children? Maybe you're just curious about your hormones in midlife! Today's guest, Sharon Fisher joins me to discuss midlife fertility, motherhood, and hormones in today's episode! Listen in as we discuss how our bodies change, what to expect with menopause and perimenopause, and resources for treatment!


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review the show notes at midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Sharon

https://nurtured-well.com/

https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100040111582043

Beyond the Egg Timer

@beyond_the_egg_timer

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]]> S2E9: Midlife Investments with Jhanel Wilson S2E9: Midlife Investments with Jhanel Wilson Fri, 27 Jan 2023 11:00:12 GMT 43:55 63c07562bd1c04001148de57 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e9-midlife-investments-with-jhanel-wilson 63c07562bd1c04001148de57 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e9-midlife-investments-with-jhanel-wilson full Investing in real estate can feel intimidating, yet the opportunities are valuable once you grasp how they work. Real estate investor, Jhanel Wilson joins us to share how she has built her $12 million real estate empire over the last 19 years. Listen in as she shares how she got started with her first investment, what new investors need to know, and how to build a team that supports your investment opportunities.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review the show notes at midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Jhanel

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https://www.instagram.com/jhanelwilson/

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]]> Investing in real estate can feel intimidating, yet the opportunities are valuable once you grasp how they work. Real estate investor, Jhanel Wilson joins us to share how she has built her $12 million real estate empire over the last 19 years. Listen in as she shares how she got started with her first investment, what new investors need to know, and how to build a team that supports your investment opportunities.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review the show notes at midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Jhanel

https://jhanelwilson.com/

https://www.instagram.com/jhanelwilson/

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]]> S2E8: Midlife According to the Cards with Jenna Matlin S2E8: Midlife According to the Cards with Jenna Matlin Fri, 16 Dec 2022 11:00:01 GMT 1:06:53 6393424d67814f001144f933 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e8-midlife-according-to-the-cards-with-jenna-matlin 6393424d67814f001144f933 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e8-midlife-according-to-the-cards-with-jenna-matlin full Have you had tarot cards pulled for you before? In today's episode, Jenna Matlin joins us to talk about her experience as an intuitive reader, along with the history of tarot. Listen in as she explains the dynamics between tarot and psychology, why people typically turn to tarot for the first time, and what impacts tarot can have on you in mid-life!


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review full show notes and transcript at midlifeplottwists.com


Connect with Jenna

IG: @jennamatlin

TT: @jennamatlin

Youtube: youtube.com/@jennamatlin8188

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]]> Have you had tarot cards pulled for you before? In today's episode, Jenna Matlin joins us to talk about her experience as an intuitive reader, along with the history of tarot. Listen in as she explains the dynamics between tarot and psychology, why people typically turn to tarot for the first time, and what impacts tarot can have on you in mid-life!


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


Review full show notes and transcript at midlifeplottwists.com


Connect with Jenna

IG: @jennamatlin

TT: @jennamatlin

Youtube: youtube.com/@jennamatlin8188

jennamatlin.com

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]]> S2E7: Midlife Plot Twists in the Movies, Pt. 1 with Scott Zielinski S2E7: Midlife Plot Twists in the Movies, Pt. 1 with Scott Zielinski Fri, 18 Nov 2022 11:00:15 GMT 1:09:42 63728c0d8d4629001018fc4b false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2-e7-midlife-plot-twists-in-the-movies-pt-1-with-scott-ziel 63728c0d8d4629001018fc4b 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2-e7-midlife-plot-twists-in-the-movies-pt-1-with-scott-ziel full It's not often that I share my own midlife plot twists here on the podcast, but today, I'm introducing you to two of them, my newfound love for horror movies and my partner, Scott Zielinski. In this episode, Scott and I begin our two-part series on 10 horror movies that feature a midlife plot twist! If you're a fan of horror films and plot twists, this episode was made for you! Spoiler alert... we do share a few spoilers throughout this episode.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.

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]]> It's not often that I share my own midlife plot twists here on the podcast, but today, I'm introducing you to two of them, my newfound love for horror movies and my partner, Scott Zielinski. In this episode, Scott and I begin our two-part series on 10 horror movies that feature a midlife plot twist! If you're a fan of horror films and plot twists, this episode was made for you! Spoiler alert... we do share a few spoilers throughout this episode.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.

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]]> Season 2 Episode 6: Growing from Midlife Pain with Kirsten Lewis Bethmann Season 2 Episode 6: Growing from Midlife Pain with Kirsten Lewis Bethmann Fri, 28 Oct 2022 10:00:52 GMT 1:33:37 63594b34d377b10011a31dd3 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/season-2-episode-6-growing-from-midlife-pain-with-kirsten-le 63594b34d377b10011a31dd3 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e season-2-episode-6-growing-from-midlife-pain-with-kirsten-le full As we get older, we hope things get easier, yet many of us face some of our worst fears during midlife. In today's episode, Kirsten Lewis Bethmann joins us to talk about growing from midlife pain and experiences. Listen in as she shares how her life has shifted in the last two years, what experiences she's had to overcome, and the growing process.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Kirsten:

kirstenlewisphotos.com

kirstenrebekahbethmann.com

@kirstenlphotog

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]]> As we get older, we hope things get easier, yet many of us face some of our worst fears during midlife. In today's episode, Kirsten Lewis Bethmann joins us to talk about growing from midlife pain and experiences. Listen in as she shares how her life has shifted in the last two years, what experiences she's had to overcome, and the growing process.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Kirsten:

kirstenlewisphotos.com

kirstenrebekahbethmann.com

@kirstenlphotog

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]]> S2E5: Midlife Financial Planning with Ashley Adams-Duncan S2E5: Midlife Financial Planning with Ashley Adams-Duncan Fri, 30 Sep 2022 10:00:49 GMT 56:36 63287e21aef2a3001299745a false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e4-midlife-financial-planning-with-ashley-adams-duncan 63287e21aef2a3001299745a 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e4-midlife-financial-planning-with-ashley-adams-duncan full Have you financially prepared your loved ones for when you're gone? It's not something we like to think about or even consider until later in life. The truth is, it's never to early to get life insurance! In today's episode, Ashley Adams joins us to share about how her mother's passing impacted her family, both emotionally and financially. The experience she had through her mother's death led to a major career change in which she now advocates for life insurance as an agent. Listen in as Ashley shares why it's important to obtain life insurance, the different types and policies that are available, and what she'd tell her younger self.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Ashley:

Ashley A Adams Agent with NY Life FB Page

Email: aadams03@ft.newyorklife.com

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]]> Have you financially prepared your loved ones for when you're gone? It's not something we like to think about or even consider until later in life. The truth is, it's never to early to get life insurance! In today's episode, Ashley Adams joins us to share about how her mother's passing impacted her family, both emotionally and financially. The experience she had through her mother's death led to a major career change in which she now advocates for life insurance as an agent. Listen in as Ashley shares why it's important to obtain life insurance, the different types and policies that are available, and what she'd tell her younger self.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Connect with Ashley:

Ashley A Adams Agent with NY Life FB Page

Email: aadams03@ft.newyorklife.com

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]]> S2E4: Midlife Diagnosis with Emily Zilber S2E4: Midlife Diagnosis with Emily Zilber Fri, 26 Aug 2022 10:00:51 GMT 1:00:16 62f50e844e271200123c4be3 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e4-midlife-diagnosis-with-emily-zilber 62f50e844e271200123c4be3 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e4-midlife-diagnosis-with-emily-zilber full Getting diagnosed with ADHD brings a lot of clarification and answers to a long-time struggle, but that diagnosiss doesn't come lightly. In today's episode, Emily Zilber joins us to share what it looked like to get diagnosed with ADHD in her 30's. Through finding a community to getting access to resources, listen in as she shares her story.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Mentioned in this Episode:

Nick Walker

A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD: Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldly, and Break Through Barriers

Emotional & Visual Processing Workshop

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times

The Electricity of Every Living Thing: A Woman's Walk in the Wild to Find Her Way Home

Mental Health Framing

How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing

Translating ADHD Podcast

Peer Coaching Community

Forever 35 ADHD Group


Connect with Emily:

https://www.avidgaze.com/

@avid_gaze

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]]> Getting diagnosed with ADHD brings a lot of clarification and answers to a long-time struggle, but that diagnosiss doesn't come lightly. In today's episode, Emily Zilber joins us to share what it looked like to get diagnosed with ADHD in her 30's. Through finding a community to getting access to resources, listen in as she shares her story.


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Mentioned in this Episode:

Nick Walker

A Radical Guide for Women with ADHD: Embrace Neurodiversity, Live Boldly, and Break Through Barriers

Emotional & Visual Processing Workshop

Wintering: The Power of Rest and Retreat in Difficult Times

The Electricity of Every Living Thing: A Woman's Walk in the Wild to Find Her Way Home

Mental Health Framing

How to Keep House While Drowning: A Gentle Approach to Cleaning and Organizing

Translating ADHD Podcast

Peer Coaching Community

Forever 35 ADHD Group


Connect with Emily:

https://www.avidgaze.com/

@avid_gaze

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]]> S2E3: Midlife Body Relationships - Latoya Dixon Smith S2E3: Midlife Body Relationships - Latoya Dixon Smith Fri, 29 Jul 2022 10:00:08 GMT 53:14 62deea25bf05070011a0ed70 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e3-midlife-body-relationships-latoya-dixon-smith 62deea25bf05070011a0ed70 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e3-midlife-body-relationships-latoya-dixon-smith full Our desires shift as our bodies change, which can cause problems with partners if we aren't sure how to communicate with them. Latoya Dixon Smith of Greenville Boudoir joins us to share about her work not only as a boudoir photographer, but a sex doula. Listen in as Latoya explains what her role is as a sex doula and how she helps her clients, along with the approaches she takes and tools she uses in her practice!


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Mentioned in this Episode:

Sonya Renee Taylor

Amina Peterson of Atlanta Institute of Tantra

Krystal Taylor

Essence Article


Connect with Latoya:

instagram.com/latoyadixonsmith

greenvilleboudoir.co

facebook.com/groups/greenvilleboudoir

instagram.com/greenvilleboudoir

Youtube

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]]> Our desires shift as our bodies change, which can cause problems with partners if we aren't sure how to communicate with them. Latoya Dixon Smith of Greenville Boudoir joins us to share about her work not only as a boudoir photographer, but a sex doula. Listen in as Latoya explains what her role is as a sex doula and how she helps her clients, along with the approaches she takes and tools she uses in her practice!


Today's episode is brought to you by my mentorship opportunities, where I help photographers better serve people. If you're ready to invest in yourself and your business this year, check out my mentorships and trainings here.


For full show notes and resources mentioned in today's episode, head to midlifeplottwists.com.


Mentioned in this Episode:

Sonya Renee Taylor

Amina Peterson of Atlanta Institute of Tantra

Krystal Taylor

Essence Article


Connect with Latoya:

instagram.com/latoyadixonsmith

greenvilleboudoir.co

facebook.com/groups/greenvilleboudoir

instagram.com/greenvilleboudoir

Youtube

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]]> S2E2: Finding a Mentor S2E2: Finding a Mentor Fri, 24 Jun 2022 10:00:39 GMT 1:01:04 62b09395a9fa7f0013c2b94e false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2-e2-finding-a-mentor 62b09395a9fa7f0013c2b94e 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2-e2-finding-a-mentor full While most of our conversations happen with those who are either approaching midlife or currently living in it, today's guest isn't quite there yet. Korie Mitchell joins us for today's conversation to share how finding a mentor in her late twenties has impacted her personally and professionally. Now 30, Korie is able to reflect back on the power of mentorships in her life, how to approach finding the right mentor, and what to look for!


You can view full show notes at http://midlifeplottwists.com/

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]]> While most of our conversations happen with those who are either approaching midlife or currently living in it, today's guest isn't quite there yet. Korie Mitchell joins us for today's conversation to share how finding a mentor in her late twenties has impacted her personally and professionally. Now 30, Korie is able to reflect back on the power of mentorships in her life, how to approach finding the right mentor, and what to look for!


You can view full show notes at http://midlifeplottwists.com/

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]]> S2E1: Midlife Mindset S2E1: Midlife Mindset Fri, 27 May 2022 10:00:58 GMT 29:36 628f966e351b980013e67098 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/s2e1-mdlife-mindset 628f966e351b980013e67098 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e s2e1-mdlife-mindset full

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]]> #013: Midlife Creativity - Rachel Mayer #013: Midlife Creativity - Rachel Mayer Fri, 30 Jul 2021 10:00:08 GMT 1:01:58 6102aa0ecf00f600124a3efe false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/013-midlife-creativity-rachel-mayer 6102aa0ecf00f600124a3efe 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 013-midlife-creativity-rachel-mayer full Have you held yourself back from exploring your creativity to its fullest? Rachel Mayer, a Philadelphia based piano teacher, realized as she was approaching midlife that she's never really taken chances or stepped outside of her comfort zone when she came to creativity—despite having an identity in creative arts.

Listen in as she shares how she decided to redirect the story she'd been telling herself her whole life. Rachel explains how she found a way to step out of her comfort zone, explore more creative avenues, and build confidence to write and produce her own music.


Get to Know Rachel (1:32)

Rachel’s Plot Twist (2:42)

About Rachel’s Music (19:38)

ASMR (30:55)

Isolated Vocals in Music (34:25)

Lucy’s Three Recommendations (37:00)

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

Women & Other Monsters: Building a New Mythology

Cover Song of You’re Still the One by Okay Kaya

Building Confidence (40:15)

Advice to Younger Self: Stay Awkward. (54:40)

Links

YouTube Channel

instagram.com/rachelmayermusic

Spotify

instagram.com/casual.societee

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]]> Have you held yourself back from exploring your creativity to its fullest? Rachel Mayer, a Philadelphia based piano teacher, realized as she was approaching midlife that she's never really taken chances or stepped outside of her comfort zone when she came to creativity—despite having an identity in creative arts.

Listen in as she shares how she decided to redirect the story she'd been telling herself her whole life. Rachel explains how she found a way to step out of her comfort zone, explore more creative avenues, and build confidence to write and produce her own music.


Get to Know Rachel (1:32)

Rachel’s Plot Twist (2:42)

About Rachel’s Music (19:38)

ASMR (30:55)

Isolated Vocals in Music (34:25)

Lucy’s Three Recommendations (37:00)

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

Women & Other Monsters: Building a New Mythology

Cover Song of You’re Still the One by Okay Kaya

Building Confidence (40:15)

Advice to Younger Self: Stay Awkward. (54:40)

Links

YouTube Channel

instagram.com/rachelmayermusic

Spotify

instagram.com/casual.societee

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]]> <![CDATA[#012: Sex & Faith in Midlife - Reverend Dr. Beverly Dale]]> Fri, 25 Jun 2021 12:37:36 GMT 56:26 60d5cddc3ef9af001ae071dc false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/012-sex-faith-in-midlife-reverend-dr-beverly-dale 60d5cddc3ef9af001ae071dc 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 012-sex-faith-in-midlife-reverend-dr-beverly-dale full It's not often that you hear of faith-based sex positivity being discussed by a well respected Reverend. Today, our special guest is Reverend Dr. Beverly Dale, aka Dale, who is the founder of The Incarnation Institute of Sex & Faith, joins us to discuss sexual healing, sex positivity, and faith! In this liberating conversation, she peels away the barriers that many of us put up from a sex negative upbringing and shares scripture-based references highlighting how many churches could shift how they're educating about sex.


Meet The Reverend Dr. Beverly Dale (1:54)

Her Personal Story as Sexually Repressed & Ignorant (5:18)

Where is Sex Negativity in the Gospels? Nowhere (10:17)

Radical Rules Around Love (15:47)

What is the most loving thing for me?

What is the most loving thing for my partner?

Getting Off vs. Get It On (16:25)

Controlling Pleasure & Women in the Church (20:10)

Referencing Jesus in the Text (25:06)

How Sex Negativity Impact Relationships with God (27:14)

Types of Churches (34:36)

Institutional Church

Bureaucratic Church

The Church that says they’re the church

The people inside an organization that knows god’s love

Showing Interest in Learning vs. Deconstructing the Church (38:40)

The Name Change (42:14)

Midlife Plot Twits (47:45)

Advice to Younger Self (50:58)

Links

https://www.incarnationinstitute.org/

Webinars

Sex is Good Series

Sex Positive Books

Sample Programs

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]]> It's not often that you hear of faith-based sex positivity being discussed by a well respected Reverend. Today, our special guest is Reverend Dr. Beverly Dale, aka Dale, who is the founder of The Incarnation Institute of Sex & Faith, joins us to discuss sexual healing, sex positivity, and faith! In this liberating conversation, she peels away the barriers that many of us put up from a sex negative upbringing and shares scripture-based references highlighting how many churches could shift how they're educating about sex.


Meet The Reverend Dr. Beverly Dale (1:54)

Her Personal Story as Sexually Repressed & Ignorant (5:18)

Where is Sex Negativity in the Gospels? Nowhere (10:17)

Radical Rules Around Love (15:47)

What is the most loving thing for me?

What is the most loving thing for my partner?

Getting Off vs. Get It On (16:25)

Controlling Pleasure & Women in the Church (20:10)

Referencing Jesus in the Text (25:06)

How Sex Negativity Impact Relationships with God (27:14)

Types of Churches (34:36)

Institutional Church

Bureaucratic Church

The Church that says they’re the church

The people inside an organization that knows god’s love

Showing Interest in Learning vs. Deconstructing the Church (38:40)

The Name Change (42:14)

Midlife Plot Twits (47:45)

Advice to Younger Self (50:58)

Links

https://www.incarnationinstitute.org/

Webinars

Sex is Good Series

Sex Positive Books

Sample Programs

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]]> #010: Midlife Reinvention - Paige Lewis #010: Midlife Reinvention - Paige Lewis Fri, 12 Feb 2021 12:00:38 GMT 55:23 6025b7115e374d0dfd31bdff false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/010-midlife-reinvention-paige-lewis 6025b7115e374d0dfd31bdff 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 010-midlife-reinvention-paige-lewis full Over the course of our lives, we've been molded into the people we are today. What happens when the things that have defined us for so long leave our lives?

In today's episode, Paige Lewis joins us to discuss what it means to reinvent yourself, a challenge she's faced a few times in her life. From leaving a religious cult as a teen to changing professions in midlife due to health concerns, Paige's resilience has given her the bravery she needs to make it through. Listen in as she describes this journey and shares how art has improved her mental health and created a new career for her!

Meet Paige (1:15)

Divorcing Your Partner/Business Partner (3:43)

Career Change Due to Health Reasons Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (6:41)

Diving into Art (17:00)

Certified Therapeutic Art Coach

Certification for Certified Therapeutic Art Coach (21:50)

Blog + Book Writing (29:11)

Raised in a Religious Cult (32:14)

Distancing Herself From the Mormon Church (34:56)

Reconnecting with Mormonism as a Young Adult (37:22)

PTSD (39:19)

BITE Cult Measurement (40:00)

Advice to Younger Self/Her Daughter (51:24)

Links

pinktinyangrymighty.com

https://www.instagram.com/pinktinyangrymighty/

facebook.com/PinkTinyAngryMighty/

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]]> Over the course of our lives, we've been molded into the people we are today. What happens when the things that have defined us for so long leave our lives?

In today's episode, Paige Lewis joins us to discuss what it means to reinvent yourself, a challenge she's faced a few times in her life. From leaving a religious cult as a teen to changing professions in midlife due to health concerns, Paige's resilience has given her the bravery she needs to make it through. Listen in as she describes this journey and shares how art has improved her mental health and created a new career for her!

Meet Paige (1:15)

Divorcing Your Partner/Business Partner (3:43)

Career Change Due to Health Reasons Ehlers Danlos Syndrome (6:41)

Diving into Art (17:00)

Certified Therapeutic Art Coach

Certification for Certified Therapeutic Art Coach (21:50)

Blog + Book Writing (29:11)

Raised in a Religious Cult (32:14)

Distancing Herself From the Mormon Church (34:56)

Reconnecting with Mormonism as a Young Adult (37:22)

PTSD (39:19)

BITE Cult Measurement (40:00)

Advice to Younger Self/Her Daughter (51:24)

Links

pinktinyangrymighty.com

https://www.instagram.com/pinktinyangrymighty/

facebook.com/PinkTinyAngryMighty/

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]]> <![CDATA[#009: Women's Health in Midlife - Julie Cristol]]> Fri, 15 Jan 2021 11:00:49 GMT 53:57 5ffcba77214bc638cccf85d9 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/009-womens-health-in-midlife-julie-cristol 5ffcba77214bc638cccf85d9 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 009-womens-health-in-midlife-julie-cristol full As women age, we begin to face new experiences in our health for which we have not had a chance to really prepare. Examples include menopause, and the less commonly discussed, perimenopause. Thankfully, Julie Cristol so graciously agreed to join me for this special episode where we discuss the questions that most women are nervous to ask about menopause, advocacy, healthcare, and even sex!


Meet Julie (00:51)

Perimenopause (3:26)

Lucy’s Journey with Perimenopause (5:39)

The average age of a women going through menopause is 52.

Managing Perimenopause (12:36)

Advocating for Yourself (15:46)

Hormone Therapy (17:35)

Advice for Women in Mid-Late Thirties Going Through Changes (23:44)

Resources of Advocacy (28:31)

Healthcare System vs. Deconstructing Diet Culture (34:21)

Weight is not a modifiable risk factor.

Julie’s Health Journey (38:04)

Advice to Younger Self (44:58)

Links

Health at Every Size

Lifecycle Woman Care


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]]> As women age, we begin to face new experiences in our health for which we have not had a chance to really prepare. Examples include menopause, and the less commonly discussed, perimenopause. Thankfully, Julie Cristol so graciously agreed to join me for this special episode where we discuss the questions that most women are nervous to ask about menopause, advocacy, healthcare, and even sex!


Meet Julie (00:51)

Perimenopause (3:26)

Lucy’s Journey with Perimenopause (5:39)

The average age of a women going through menopause is 52.

Managing Perimenopause (12:36)

Advocating for Yourself (15:46)

Hormone Therapy (17:35)

Advice for Women in Mid-Late Thirties Going Through Changes (23:44)

Resources of Advocacy (28:31)

Healthcare System vs. Deconstructing Diet Culture (34:21)

Weight is not a modifiable risk factor.

Julie’s Health Journey (38:04)

Advice to Younger Self (44:58)

Links

Health at Every Size

Lifecycle Woman Care


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]]> #008: Midlife Chill - Paury Flowers #008: Midlife Chill - Paury Flowers Thu, 31 Dec 2020 12:00:16 GMT 1:00:26 5fea5f79e3fd117df931af16 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/008-midlife-chill-paury-flowers 5fea5f79e3fd117df931af16 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 008-midlife-chill-paury-flowers full Paury Flowers joins us to share how she's found herself pivoting her career in midlife to combine her passion for health and wellness, cannabis, and emergent strategy. Listen in as she discusses the cannabis industry, the war on drugs, and legislation on cannabis.

Get to Know Paury (1:28)

Creative Consulting (18:09)

What Paury’s Excited By (22:55)

The War on Drugs (28:08)

Regulation and Legislation on Cannabis in New Jersey (31:19)

Advice to Younger Self (53:18)

Links

instagram.com/pauryflowers

instagram.com/vapejawn

Emergent Strategy by Adrienne Marie Brown

instagram.com/thenapministry

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]]> Paury Flowers joins us to share how she's found herself pivoting her career in midlife to combine her passion for health and wellness, cannabis, and emergent strategy. Listen in as she discusses the cannabis industry, the war on drugs, and legislation on cannabis.

Get to Know Paury (1:28)

Creative Consulting (18:09)

What Paury’s Excited By (22:55)

The War on Drugs (28:08)

Regulation and Legislation on Cannabis in New Jersey (31:19)

Advice to Younger Self (53:18)

Links

instagram.com/pauryflowers

instagram.com/vapejawn

Emergent Strategy by Adrienne Marie Brown

instagram.com/thenapministry

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]]> #007: Preparing for End of Life in Midlife - Rachel Moore #007: Preparing for End of Life in Midlife - Rachel Moore Wed, 16 Dec 2020 11:00:51 GMT 1:17:57 5fd968f87a7ce145aa1fa264 true https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/007-preparing-for-end-of-life-in-midlife-rachel-moore 5fd968f87a7ce145aa1fa264 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 007-preparing-for-end-of-life-in-midlife-rachel-moore full We talk about major life changes and plot twists that happen in midlife on this podcast, but today we're tackling the tough conversation of preparing for end of life.

At just 39-years-old (just 2 years ago), Rachel Moore was diagnosed with terminal colon cancer. Listen in as she joins us to discuss how this plot twist has impacted her everyday life, her husband, her three beautiful children, and even her parents.

Get to Know Rachel (1:16)

Rachel’s Overall Health Before Diagnosis (6:28)

The Diagnosis (7:15)

Telling the Kids (16:34)

Life After this Plot Twist (20:38)

Enjoying Simple Moments (23:55)

Fulfilling a Bucket List (29:25)

Protecting Others in Your Life (34:33)

Stupid Things People Say (39:53)

What’s Surprised Rachel the Most (45:16)

Leaving an Impact on Her Children (48:58)

Preparing Her Parents (54:00)

Finding Community (57:08)

Connecting During COVID (1:00:21)

Encouragement to Others (1:05:27)

Giving Back (1:09:26)

Advice for Younger Self (1:11:58)

Shits & Giggles in KC - https://shitsandgigglesinkc.com/

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]]> We talk about major life changes and plot twists that happen in midlife on this podcast, but today we're tackling the tough conversation of preparing for end of life.

At just 39-years-old (just 2 years ago), Rachel Moore was diagnosed with terminal colon cancer. Listen in as she joins us to discuss how this plot twist has impacted her everyday life, her husband, her three beautiful children, and even her parents.

Get to Know Rachel (1:16)

Rachel’s Overall Health Before Diagnosis (6:28)

The Diagnosis (7:15)

Telling the Kids (16:34)

Life After this Plot Twist (20:38)

Enjoying Simple Moments (23:55)

Fulfilling a Bucket List (29:25)

Protecting Others in Your Life (34:33)

Stupid Things People Say (39:53)

What’s Surprised Rachel the Most (45:16)

Leaving an Impact on Her Children (48:58)

Preparing Her Parents (54:00)

Finding Community (57:08)

Connecting During COVID (1:00:21)

Encouragement to Others (1:05:27)

Giving Back (1:09:26)

Advice for Younger Self (1:11:58)

Shits & Giggles in KC - https://shitsandgigglesinkc.com/

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]]> #006: Midlife Intuition - Jeannine Cook #006: Midlife Intuition - Jeannine Cook Thu, 03 Dec 2020 11:00:37 GMT 58:55 5fc8198568a9d32b6ba470f8 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/006-midlife-intuition-jeannine-cook 5fc8198568a9d32b6ba470f8 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 006-midlife-intuition-jeannine-cook full Do you ever feel a desire to do something that's so outside of your comfort zone, with no real understanding as to why? Jeannine Cook calls that intuition.

In episode 6 of Midlife Plot Twists, Jeannine shares about her journey to opening Harriett’s Bookshop a few weeks before COVID happened, along with the good, the bad, and the ugly that came with it. Listen in as she shares about some of her favorite reads, how this shop has impacted her life, and where her intuition is calling her to next.

Get to Know Jeannine (1:26)

Notoriety at Harriet’s Bookshop (4:40)

Opportunities During Dark Times (6:21)

Running the Bookstore During COVID (10:32)

PlotTwists with Puppies (16:54)

Bookshop - The Good (19:31)

Bookshop - The Bad (20:13)

The Sisterhood Sit-In (27:13)

Currently Reading: (41:07)

Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward

Salvage the Bones by Jesmyn Ward

Looking Forward To: (41:53)

Ida B the Queen

Book on Her Heart: Another by Christian Robinson (47:58)

Advice to Her Younger Self: You can be loved for being you. You don’t have to hurt to get love. You don’t have to sacrifice for love. (49:36)

Links

Harriett’s Bookshop

instagram.com/harrietts_bookshop

My General Tubman

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson

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]]> Do you ever feel a desire to do something that's so outside of your comfort zone, with no real understanding as to why? Jeannine Cook calls that intuition.

In episode 6 of Midlife Plot Twists, Jeannine shares about her journey to opening Harriett’s Bookshop a few weeks before COVID happened, along with the good, the bad, and the ugly that came with it. Listen in as she shares about some of her favorite reads, how this shop has impacted her life, and where her intuition is calling her to next.

Get to Know Jeannine (1:26)

Notoriety at Harriet’s Bookshop (4:40)

Opportunities During Dark Times (6:21)

Running the Bookstore During COVID (10:32)

PlotTwists with Puppies (16:54)

Bookshop - The Good (19:31)

Bookshop - The Bad (20:13)

The Sisterhood Sit-In (27:13)

Currently Reading: (41:07)

Sing, Unburied, Sing by Jesmyn Ward

Salvage the Bones by Jesmyn Ward

Looking Forward To: (41:53)

Ida B the Queen

Book on Her Heart: Another by Christian Robinson (47:58)

Advice to Her Younger Self: You can be loved for being you. You don’t have to hurt to get love. You don’t have to sacrifice for love. (49:36)

Links

Harriett’s Bookshop

instagram.com/harrietts_bookshop

My General Tubman

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

The Warmth of Other Suns by Isabel Wilkerson

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]]> #005: Black Excellence in Midlife - Dr. Tomayia Colvin #005: Black Excellence in Midlife - Dr. Tomayia Colvin Thu, 12 Nov 2020 11:00:00 GMT 37:03 5fab38d52e1b12375d3eab14 true https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/005-black-excellence-in-midlife-dr-tomayia-colvin 5fab38d52e1b12375d3eab14 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 005-black-excellence-in-midlife-dr-tomayia-colvin full My dear friend, photographer, and educator, Dr. Tomayia Colvin, recently joined me for a candid conversation about life after 40. In this episode, we talk about the impactful community she's built for black photographers, what dating looks like in her 40's, and the advice she'd share with her younger self.

Tomayia, I'm so proud to call you friend.

About Tomayia (1:43)

The Photo Cookout (4:02)

Creating Bridges of Opportunity for Black Photographers (7:16)

Making Long-Term Impact on Diversity in the Photography Industry (11:25)

Anti-Racism Course for Photographers  (15:49)

Re-entering the Dating World Midlife (22:28)

Approaching Midlife (30:36)

Advice to Her Younger Self (31:53)

Links

thephotocookout.com

tomayiacolvineducation.com

instagram.com/tomayiacolvineducation

Facebook Community: facebook.com/groups/tomayiacolvineducation

Tomayia's Anti-Racism Course

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]]> My dear friend, photographer, and educator, Dr. Tomayia Colvin, recently joined me for a candid conversation about life after 40. In this episode, we talk about the impactful community she's built for black photographers, what dating looks like in her 40's, and the advice she'd share with her younger self.

Tomayia, I'm so proud to call you friend.

About Tomayia (1:43)

The Photo Cookout (4:02)

Creating Bridges of Opportunity for Black Photographers (7:16)

Making Long-Term Impact on Diversity in the Photography Industry (11:25)

Anti-Racism Course for Photographers  (15:49)

Re-entering the Dating World Midlife (22:28)

Approaching Midlife (30:36)

Advice to Her Younger Self (31:53)

Links

thephotocookout.com

tomayiacolvineducation.com

instagram.com/tomayiacolvineducation

Facebook Community: facebook.com/groups/tomayiacolvineducation

Tomayia's Anti-Racism Course

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

]]> #004: Midlife Authenticity - Charlie Baber #004: Midlife Authenticity - Charlie Baber Thu, 29 Oct 2020 10:00:56 GMT 58:08 5f9996dfd54b301bed31ecef false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/004-midlife-authenticity-charlie-baber 5f9996dfd54b301bed31ecef 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 004-midlife-authenticity-charlie-baber full I recently had the chance to sit down with my dear brother-in-law, Charlie Baber to discuss what being his authentic self looked like as he approached 40. Authenticity is a word we toss around on social media, but what if we dug a little deeper into it's true meaning.


In being his authentic self, after 38 years of life, Charlie realized that he was gay.


In today's episode, Charlie describes what it felt like to come out to his wife, his kids, his church, and most importantly, himself. Listen in as he shares how he's finally living his life authentically and true to being who God purposefully created him to be.


Get to Know Charlie (1:22)


Coming Out as Bi-Sexual to His Wife (13:42)


Charlie’s Coming Out Day (16:28)


Coming Out to Family & Friends (17:15)


Coming Out to the Church (20:48)


Being Gay at 40 (27:21)


Grief: The Loss of a Marriage (31:18)


The Impact of Living His Truth (34:19)


Charlie’s Growth in Faith (38:35)


Resources for Gay Christians (41:30)

Queertheology.com

Shameless by Nadia Bolts Webber

Beyond Shame by Mathias Roberts


What Charlie Would Tell His Younger Self (50:32)


What’s Next for Charlie (51:13)


The Future of The United Methodist Church (54:14)


Links

wesleybros.com

instagram.com/charliebaber

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]]> I recently had the chance to sit down with my dear brother-in-law, Charlie Baber to discuss what being his authentic self looked like as he approached 40. Authenticity is a word we toss around on social media, but what if we dug a little deeper into it's true meaning.


In being his authentic self, after 38 years of life, Charlie realized that he was gay.


In today's episode, Charlie describes what it felt like to come out to his wife, his kids, his church, and most importantly, himself. Listen in as he shares how he's finally living his life authentically and true to being who God purposefully created him to be.


Get to Know Charlie (1:22)


Coming Out as Bi-Sexual to His Wife (13:42)


Charlie’s Coming Out Day (16:28)


Coming Out to Family & Friends (17:15)


Coming Out to the Church (20:48)


Being Gay at 40 (27:21)


Grief: The Loss of a Marriage (31:18)


The Impact of Living His Truth (34:19)


Charlie’s Growth in Faith (38:35)


Resources for Gay Christians (41:30)

Queertheology.com

Shameless by Nadia Bolts Webber

Beyond Shame by Mathias Roberts


What Charlie Would Tell His Younger Self (50:32)


What’s Next for Charlie (51:13)


The Future of The United Methodist Church (54:14)


Links

wesleybros.com

instagram.com/charliebaber

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]]> #003: Midlife Recovery - My Neighbor Anne #003: Midlife Recovery - My Neighbor Anne Thu, 15 Oct 2020 10:00:02 GMT 48:38 5f874e5a479c70761a8b43d8 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/003-midlife-recovery-my-neighbor-anne 5f874e5a479c70761a8b43d8 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 003-midlife-recovery-my-neighbor-anne full Recovery—it's not a conversation we often hear about, but being a show all about midlife plot twists, it's a conversation I'm very open to discussing. Today my dear friend and neighbor, Anne, is joining me for a truly eye-opening conversation around her struggle with alcoholism. In this conversation, we're tackling here long-time battle with alcohol, her decision to enter rehab in her 40's, what that looked like during COVID, and the importance of diving into therapy.



SHOW NOTES:


Introducing Anne (:50)

Anne’s Relationship with Alcohol (3:14)

Going to Rehab (5:29)

The Rehab Experience (9:08)

Rehab During COVID (12:48)

Rehab Staff (14:21)

How Alcohol Effected Anne’s Health (15:26)

Deciphering Depression vs Alcoholism (21:35)

Anne’s Day to Day (22:55)

What Life Looks Like at 42 (25:16)

Life After Rehab (26:44)

Support Networks (30:07)

Midlife Stories (31:22)

Anne’s Long Term Treatment (37:23)

What Anne Would Tell Her Younger Self (40:31)

What Anne Would Tell Herself Back in March (42:50)

The Importance of Timing (43:14)


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]]> Recovery—it's not a conversation we often hear about, but being a show all about midlife plot twists, it's a conversation I'm very open to discussing. Today my dear friend and neighbor, Anne, is joining me for a truly eye-opening conversation around her struggle with alcoholism. In this conversation, we're tackling here long-time battle with alcohol, her decision to enter rehab in her 40's, what that looked like during COVID, and the importance of diving into therapy.



SHOW NOTES:


Introducing Anne (:50)

Anne’s Relationship with Alcohol (3:14)

Going to Rehab (5:29)

The Rehab Experience (9:08)

Rehab During COVID (12:48)

Rehab Staff (14:21)

How Alcohol Effected Anne’s Health (15:26)

Deciphering Depression vs Alcoholism (21:35)

Anne’s Day to Day (22:55)

What Life Looks Like at 42 (25:16)

Life After Rehab (26:44)

Support Networks (30:07)

Midlife Stories (31:22)

Anne’s Long Term Treatment (37:23)

What Anne Would Tell Her Younger Self (40:31)

What Anne Would Tell Herself Back in March (42:50)

The Importance of Timing (43:14)


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]]> #002: Midlife Career Moves - Mari-Carmen Farmer #002: Midlife Career Moves - Mari-Carmen Farmer Thu, 01 Oct 2020 10:05:07 GMT 1:03:45 5f73bbab439daa44a8689dde false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/002-midlife-career-moves-mari-carmen-farm 5f73bbab439daa44a8689dde 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 002-midlife-career-moves-mari-carmen-farm full Changing careers can be daunting, but what about making career moves in your 30's or 40's? My dear friend, Mari-Carmen Farmer, joins me to share all about how her life experiences led her to making a midlife career move to become a midwife. Listen in as Mari shares about her experience with loss, the comfort she's found in the symbolism of labyrinth, and how becoming an empty nester left her feeling motivated and accomplished.


SHOW NOTES:


Get to Know Mari (0:51)


Mari’s Journey to Becoming a Midwife (3:53)


Birth, Support, and Labyrinths (21:18)


What We Learn From Birth (24:18)


Labyrinth as a Symbol of Pregnancy (26:43)


Death & It’s Impacts (30:05)


How Mari is Enjoying Her 40’s (37:53)


You Don’t Have to Own Opportunity in Life (39:50)


Experiencing Empty Nesting (42:58)


Embracing Your Age in Midlife (46:59)


Fighting for Social Justice (5:24)


Mentioned in this Episode:

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

Midwife Maestro

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]]> Changing careers can be daunting, but what about making career moves in your 30's or 40's? My dear friend, Mari-Carmen Farmer, joins me to share all about how her life experiences led her to making a midlife career move to become a midwife. Listen in as Mari shares about her experience with loss, the comfort she's found in the symbolism of labyrinth, and how becoming an empty nester left her feeling motivated and accomplished.


SHOW NOTES:


Get to Know Mari (0:51)


Mari’s Journey to Becoming a Midwife (3:53)


Birth, Support, and Labyrinths (21:18)


What We Learn From Birth (24:18)


Labyrinth as a Symbol of Pregnancy (26:43)


Death & It’s Impacts (30:05)


How Mari is Enjoying Her 40’s (37:53)


You Don’t Have to Own Opportunity in Life (39:50)


Experiencing Empty Nesting (42:58)


Embracing Your Age in Midlife (46:59)


Fighting for Social Justice (5:24)


Mentioned in this Episode:

Big Magic by Elizabeth Gilbert

Midwife Maestro

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]]> #001: Finding Yourself in Midlife - Renee Shea #001: Finding Yourself in Midlife - Renee Shea Thu, 01 Oct 2020 10:00:58 GMT 42:04 5f733b8d21653e415d099ea1 true https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/1-renee-shea 5f733b8d21653e415d099ea1 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e 1-renee-shea full As we approach midlife, many of us are finding ourselves again—particularly when we run into a midlife plot twist. I've watched my amazing friend, Renee Shea, conquer her own midlife plot twist with strength and grace. Listen in as we discuss how she managed unexpected plot twists in her business and personal life.


About Renee (1:06)


Renee’s Photography Transformation (5:25)


Accepting and Creating Her Brand (9:10)


Renee’s Midlife Plot Twists (13:35)


Takeaways & Learning from MidLife Plot Twists (18:52)


Femininity vs. Masculinity (18:51)


Advice to My Younger Self: You are enough. (27:11)


Age vs. Maturity vs. Life Experience (28:18)


Social Justice and your Business (31:36)


Mentioned in this Episode:

instagram.com/reneeshea_au

facebook.com/ReneeSheaBranding

Reneeeshae.com.au

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]]> As we approach midlife, many of us are finding ourselves again—particularly when we run into a midlife plot twist. I've watched my amazing friend, Renee Shea, conquer her own midlife plot twist with strength and grace. Listen in as we discuss how she managed unexpected plot twists in her business and personal life.


About Renee (1:06)


Renee’s Photography Transformation (5:25)


Accepting and Creating Her Brand (9:10)


Renee’s Midlife Plot Twists (13:35)


Takeaways & Learning from MidLife Plot Twists (18:52)


Femininity vs. Masculinity (18:51)


Advice to My Younger Self: You are enough. (27:11)


Age vs. Maturity vs. Life Experience (28:18)


Social Justice and your Business (31:36)


Mentioned in this Episode:

instagram.com/reneeshea_au

facebook.com/ReneeSheaBranding

Reneeeshae.com.au

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]]> Trailer: Midlife Plot Twists Coming on October 1st Trailer: Midlife Plot Twists Coming on October 1st Thu, 24 Sep 2020 13:41:52 GMT 2:08 5f6ca1f5d71400465e09fc22 false https://shows.acast.com/midlife-plot-twists-with-lucy-baber/episodes/trailer-midlife-plot-twists-coming-on-october-1st 5f6ca1f5d71400465e09fc22 5f6ca1c8d40cee6176c0086e trailer-midlife-plot-twists-coming-on-october-1st full Welcome to Midlife Plot Twists with Lucy Baber! In this show, we'll be chatting about all of the weird and unexpected ways that our lives seem to be changing as we inch closer to turning the big 4-0. As my friends and I start approaching 40, we all seem to have one thing in common—MAJOR PLOT TWISTS are happening all around us.


We're seeing midlife career changes and body changes, responsibilities shifting, and so much more. Whether you're starting over in something major in your life or have accomplished the goals you set for yourself, we're tackling the big questions we all have... like what now or what's next?


Join us on this journey to discussing the topic of women's issues as we approach midlife (or maybe you're already there). Hit subscribe and tune in on October 1st!

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]]> Welcome to Midlife Plot Twists with Lucy Baber! In this show, we'll be chatting about all of the weird and unexpected ways that our lives seem to be changing as we inch closer to turning the big 4-0. As my friends and I start approaching 40, we all seem to have one thing in common—MAJOR PLOT TWISTS are happening all around us.


We're seeing midlife career changes and body changes, responsibilities shifting, and so much more. Whether you're starting over in something major in your life or have accomplished the goals you set for yourself, we're tackling the big questions we all have... like what now or what's next?


Join us on this journey to discussing the topic of women's issues as we approach midlife (or maybe you're already there). Hit subscribe and tune in on October 1st!

Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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