Join Kristine Carlson as she talks with life coach and Women Waking Up author Wendy Valentine—a guide for women ready to reignite their spark and embrace the magic of midlife. Wendy shares her powerful story of transformation, showing how unexpected change can become a catalyst for courage, freedom, and joy. Her daring leap into van life across Europe isn’t just adventure—it’s proof of what’s possible when you say yes to your next chapter!

In this inspiring conversation, you’ll learn:

-How to stay grounded and resilient through life’s biggest transitions

-Practical ways to step into a bold new direction with confidence

-What true freedom feels like when you create a life that matches your soul

Get ready to feel energized, uplifted, and inspired to reimagine your midlife—and step boldly into the extraordinary life waiting for you!

Wendy Valentine is a speaker, certified professional life coach, and author of Women Waking Up —a midlife rebel with a mission to help women reignite their spark and embrace the magic of midlife. Her podcast, The Midlife Makeover Show, helps midlifers who are ready to get unstuck, take courageous action, and reclaim their life. Visit her website: wendyvalentine.com

Reentering the dating world in midlife can feel daunting—but it doesn’t have to be. Internationally acclaimed relationship coach Bern Mendez joins Kris as she reflects on her own early experiences of stepping back into dating after loss, and together, they share practical strategies for navigating modern dating with authenticity and self-confidence.

Bern Mendez is a neuroscience-based dating and relationship coach with over 14 years of experience helping accomplished midlife women break through subconscious emotional barriers and create deeply committed, lasting partnerships.

Featured by CNN, HuffPost, Redbook, and more, Bern is recognized globally as a trusted voice in the field. His YouTube channel ranks among the top twelve most-followed dating advice platforms for women worldwide, with over 30 million views and a community of 227,000 subscribers.

Connect with Bern Mendez at Bernmendez.com

Joy is always present. What might be missing is you! We all go through moments when joy feels distant, but with a few simple mindfulness practices, we can find our way back to that inner light. In this popular replay episode, Kristine Carlson shares gentle tools to help you reconnect with your natural state of joy — even on the hard days.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why joy isn’t constant — and that’s okay
• Easy mindfulness practices to help you feel better on low days
• Encouragement to live the “big stuff” with presence and heart

Let this episode be your gentle reminder: you have the power to come back to joy — anytime.