Generation X is navigating one gnarly transition after the next in their 40s, 50s, and beyond.  From retirement, career change, health issues, caring for parents, empty-nesting, loss, and finding purpose, it often feels like reality bites.  Each week, join certified coach and mindfulness meditation teacher, Michele L. Walter, as she and her guests bring you deep, introspective conversations designed to shake up how you think about life.  These episodes are a mixtape of bold wisdom, practical lessons, and badass nostalgia to help you emerge stronger through life’s transitions.

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Ep. 16: Transition Mastery:  Frameworks for Career Shifts, Retirement, and Beyond with Suzanne Campi

Big life transitions all have one thing in common: they’re all a process that takes time, honoring an ending, and being intentional about the new beginning. In this must-hear episode, Michele teams up with transition coach Suzanne Campi to learn her secrets on mastering life's big shifts—from soul-aligned career changes to reimagining retirement.

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Ep. 15:  Embracing Self-Worth:  Practical Insights to Create Your Fullest Life

In this electrifying Gen X Shift episode, Michele and Dr. Adia Gooden of UnconditionallyWorthy Co., delve into the powerful concepts of self-worth and unconditional worthiness. Discover game-changing insights on tackling imposter syndrome, perfectionism, and trauma. Learn why uncomfortable calm relationships could be a sign of healthy love and how to align your life to your true desires. Get ready for actionable advice and transformative takeaways that will revolutionize your dating life and career moves!

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Ep. 14:  A Gen X Journey to Mindfulness:  From Near-Death Experience to Emotional and Physical Healing with Michael O’Brien

Michael O’Brien’s last bad day was a head-on collision with a motorist while he was training on his bike on the sweltering roads of New Mexico. Fast forward through weeks of rehab in a New Mexico hospital and the moment when Michael remembered a lesson from playing sports growing up: when things are going too fast, take a timeout and breathe. This conversation is an epic journey through everything from low self-worth, to creating a mindful way of life that reframes your perspective through any transition.

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Ep. 13: Thinking Differently About Dementia—Practical Advice for Dementia Caregivers with Lizette Cloete

Many Gen X’ers are finding themselves as a caregiver for a loved one with dementia. This week’s conversation with Lizette Cloete is bound to inform and inspire Gen X’ers who are handling the challenging journey of caring for a loved one with dementia. Lizette walks us through the different types of dementia, the characteristics of resilient caregivers, her process for working with caregivers, and advice for caregivers who want to heal their relationship with the person who has dementia.

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Ep. 11: How to Find Your Authentic Personal Style and Be Brave Enough to Wear It, with Holly Chayes

This week Michele sits down with Holly Chayes, a personal style coach and consultant focusing on everyday genuine style and helping you build and wear the wardrobe you love. (Even when you’re running late, fighting a cold, and it's laundry day.) Because our lives are lived between monumental milestone moments. With her 3-step system, Holly will get Gen X’ers stoked for finding your authentic style and being brave enough to wear it!

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Ep. 10: Parental Loss Unplugged (Part 3):  Tips for Gen X’ers on Grieving the Loss of a Parent with Christina Lord

Welcome to the follow-up episode in the conversation with Christina Lord where Michele and Christina get into practical tips to support Gen X’ers in grieving the loss of a parent. This episode covers tips around self-care, seeking support, breathwork, mindfulness, and movement.

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Ep. 9: Parental Loss Unplugged (Part 2):  A Gen X Journey of Losing Both Parents with Christina Lord

Welcome to Part 2 of this month-long series on navigating parental loss as a Gen X’er. This week Michele sits down with Christina Lord, owner of Authentic Action Coaching, who shares her experience of navigating the loss of her parents and the impact it had on her life. The conversation explores the need to prioritize healing and self-care, the challenges of navigating grief in a society that avoids the topic, and the significance of understanding the mind-body connection. T

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Ep. 7: Unleashing the Voice Within:  Healing Toward a Radiant, Empowered Life with Sara Giita Flores

Sara Giita Flores, owner of Embrace Yours Voice, shares her personal journey of healing from the trauma of sexual assault and reclaiming her voice, and how she helps others do the same. Michele and Sara get into how to tell the difference between people-pleasing and being of service, the impact of trauma on our ability to express ourselves, and the importance of creating a sense of safety in our bodies. Sara also gives us some practical tips for unleashing our inner voice.

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Ep. 6:  Free Your Mind and Health:  Creating Systems for Gen X Health with Dr. Leona Allen

Dr. Leona Allen of Freedom Health Systems has been a chiropractor and functional nutritionist for 20 years. Dr. Allen shares her personal healing journey from being overweight and dealing with pre-diabetes, fatty liver, and gallbladder disease. She emphasizes the importance of mindset in healing and three fears that prevent women from taking autonomy over their physical well-being. 

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Ep. 2: Let’s Get Physical with Monique Jones

Monique Jones shares her fitness journey and the impact of societal and cultural messaging on body image growing up. She talks about the importance of nutrition and fitness in communities of color, particularly in food deserts, and shares her motivation for working with women in these communities to help them find a healthier lifestyle.

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