Midlife State of Mind Podcast

Givers and Takers

We've all heard the saying - it's better to give than receive, but when does giving too much become a problem?!?

 

Listen in as Belinda and Erin talk about the reasons people give and how giving too much can lead to resentment, frustration and fatigue.  They share ways to set boundaries so that you don't fall into the trap of always being the giver and more importantly how to graciously receive as well.

 

The book Erin referenced is The Sacred Enneagram:  Finding Your Unique Path to Spiritual Growth by Christopher Heuertz.

 

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STOP Catastrophizing - it’s killing you

Catastrophizing or thinking worst-case scenario is all too common in our stressed out society.  It has major physical and mental health implications.

 

Belinda and Erin talk about some ways to stop the knee-jerk reaction to imagining the worst and instead reframing your thoughts to stay in the present moment.  

 

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Living Life on Your Own Terms

We are bombarded with how society tells us we should be living our lives so it can be hard to go against the norm.  Belinda and Erin talk about ways you can begin to live a life authentic to you.  

 

The book Erin referenced is The Four Desires: Creating a Life of Purpose, Happiness, Prosperity and Freedom by Rod Stryker.

 

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Realistic Expectations ＞ Unrealistic Expectations

You may have heard the saying that realistic expectations are premeditated resentments.  In today's episode, Belinda and Erin discuss how it's imperative to manage expectations while not lowering them.  As "expected" communication is the key!

 

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Rituals for purposeful living.

Rituals and routines are often used interchangeably, but there is a difference. While both are a series of actions regularly and invariably followed, rituals have a symbolic meaning attached to them where routines do not.  Belinda and Erin talk about the history and types of rituals and the important role they can play in your life. 

 

The book Belinda referenced is called Wabi Sabi: The Wisdom in Imperfection by Nobuo Suzuki.

 

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Reclaiming Your Wholeness Retreat in Italy

Erin is solo this week diving into the catalyst for the podcast as well as the upcoming retreat she and Belinda are hosting in Italy in October of 2023.

 

Get a sneak peek into the program "Reclaiming Your Wholeness" and how it will be such a transformative and powerful experience for our retreat goers.

 

 

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Comfort Kills

Society has a love affair with comfort which could ultimately end up killing us.  We've engineered our lives to a moderate temperature, access to food 24/7 and when things don't meet our desires we complain.  Erin and Belinda talk about how comfort kills and how good things come from getting out of your comfort zone.

 

Check out Michael Easter's and his book The Comfort Crisis on his website:

https://eastermichael.com/

 

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Childhood Sexual Abuse

TW:  This episode contains talk of childhood sexual abuse which some listeners may find disturbing.  Please take care and skip this episode if it is triggering for you.

 

In this episode, Erin and Belinda discuss the statistics of childhood sexual abuse.  Erin shares her personal experience of csa and the shame that plagued her for years afterwards.  

 

If you are someone who has experienced this first-hand and are experiencing the shame and it's effects, please find a therapist who can help you heal.

 

Websites for statistics and resources:

victimsofcrime.org

d2l.org

 

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Communicating in times of conflict.

Conflict is inevitable so figuring out how to communicate effectively is critical.  Belinda and Erin discuss some of the must do's when negotiating conflict and how they personally handle these situations.

 

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Give Me a Break

Burnout is a common phenomenon in today's world - the statistics are alarming.  In this episode, Erin and Belinda talk about some of the signs of burnout and some simple ways to contend with it.  We all need a break so give yourself one today!