In this enlightening conversation with life coach/author Lynette Reiling, we explore the complexities of midlife transitions—empty nesting, caregiving, and rediscovering your own identity. Lynette shares her wisdom and lived experiences, highlighting the importance of community, the practice of being self-full (not selfish), and the courage it takes to embrace joy and new beginnings. Together, Robin and Lynette dive into the stages of transition, the power of inner realignment, and how midlife women can reclaim their sense of self while also nurturing meaningful relationships with adult children.

This episode is full of encouragement, practical advice, and soul-nourishing reminders that midlife is not an ending—it’s a chance for growth, freedom, and self-mastery.

• Why community is essential for support and growth in midlife
• How to reframe self-care as being self-full
• The shifts in identity that come with empty nesting
• The challenges and awareness needed around caregiving
• The stages of transition: endings, neutral zones, and new beginnings
• How to embrace inner realignment and joy in new chapters
• The role of self-mastery in trusting your own decisions and desires

• Community is essential for growth and support during midlife.
• Self-care is not selfish; it's about being self-full.
• Navigating empty nesting involves shifting roles and identities.
• Caregiving can be a heavy burden; awareness is key.
• Finding joy in new beginnings requires courage and exploration.
• Transitions have stages: endings, neutral zones, and new beginnings.
• Inner realignment is crucial during periods of change.
• Women often need to reclaim their identities post-motherhood.
• Self-mastery involves trusting your own decisions and desires.
• Creating a supportive community can ease the transition into midlife.

00:00 Introduction to Midlife Transitions

02:51 The Role of Caregiving in Midlife

05:45 Self-Care and the Concept of Being Self-Full

08:54 Navigating Empty Nesting and Identity Shifts

12:06 The Importance of Community and Connection

15:00 Understanding Transitions: Endings, Neutral Zones, and New Beginnings

18:00 The Power of Being and Inner Realignment

20:51 Finding Joy and Courage in New Beginnings

23:50 The Role of Self-Awareness in Personal Growth

26:40 Non-Negotiables for Living Your Best Life

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Lynette Reiling is a lover of life who is endlessly inquisitive, innovative, jazzed about adventures, and deeply passionate about connecting with people. Though her life path has been anything but linear, at the heart of it is her mission to advocate, educate, and inspire others to live empowered, purposeful lives. She partners with midlife women to explore and answer a vital question: "How can I consciously use the best of who I have been and discover new parts of me to create a life that is fulfilling, purposeful, and vital?"

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