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.

There’s no doubt that life can be full of upsets and annoyances — both big and small. But life also calls us to take ownership of our happiness and spiritual well-being.

In this meaningful and beloved replay episode, Kristine Carlson shares how to identify and release the emotional triggers that may be holding you back from your true spiritual potential. Once you do, you’ll begin to open up to more of what your heart truly desires.

Want a simple way to center yourself daily? Try Kristine’s free Golden Pause meditation for a calming breath practice to ground you in the present moment.

Feeling angry? You can press pause – and return to peace. Anger happens to all of us, and can help us understand unmet needs.Yet left unchecked, it creates more pain than progress! In this powerful episode, Kristine Carlson shares how one simple practice can change everything.

Listen in and discover:

-Why anger isn’t the enemy—it’s a messenger

-How to recognize the real need behind your frustration

-The Golden Pause—a quick mindfulness tool to reset in the moment

-How to shift from reaction to inner peace in just a few breaths

“Breathe in joy with every pause you take as you align with your gratitude in a golden moment.” – Kristine Carlson

In the 4th episode of the Inner Confidence Series, Kristine is joined by longtime coach, TEDx speaker, and bestselling author Kim Somers Egelsee for a powerful conversation about coming back to yourself as the foundation for lasting confidence. Kim shares the transformative practices she uses to help clients reconnect with who they truly are, move beyond hidden blocks that erode self-trust, and show up fully—in life, business, and even dating!

What you’ll take away:

“The 0–100 Practice” to help you better understand and honor yourself, so you can fully step into your self-worth

-A simple anchoring exercise to rise above self-doubt in stressful moments

-How improving your posture and physiology can shift how confident you feel

-Guidance on rebuilding confidence after a breakup—and returning to dating with strength and self-trust

If you’ve felt disconnected from your confidence or unsure of your next step, this episode offers grounded tools, fresh perspective, and a clear reminder: the way forward starts by returning to you.

Kim Somers Egelsee is an intuitive guide, TEDx speaker, #1 bestselling author, life and business coach, and publisher with over 20 years of experience. She empowers individuals to shine by uncovering their true gifts and purpose through speaking, writing, and media. Kim specializes in healing emotional blocks, shifting energy, and overcoming limiting beliefs to foster confidence, clarity, and authentic success. She is the co-host of the acclaimed podcast Talk Purpose and Truth and co-founder of High Vibe Soul Sisters, offering transformative retreats, events, and healing circles.

Connect with Kim on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimlifecoach

Connect with Kristine Carlson:

Website: www.kristinecarlson.com

Instagram: Instagram.com/kristine_carlson

Feeling lost or unsure of who you are in this season of life? This week in the Reclaiming Inner Confidence series, Kristine Carlson talks with transformational coach and host of The Revelation Project, Monica Rodgers about what it really takes to reconnect to your sovereign self.

Monica shares the creative path that helped her break free from the cultural conditioning that encouraged overachievement and staying small. Together, they explore the pressure women face to be “pretty, pleasing, and polite” — and how we can release those roles to step into our power.

Highlights of today’s show include:

• How following your passions strengthens genuine self-confidence
• Simple ways to build courage by facing everyday fears
• Why perfectionism often hides deeper insecurity — and how to let it go
• Embodied healing practices to help you feel grounded and whole again

If you're ready to step out of the confusion and come home to yourself, this episode is your invitation.

Be sure to follow the show so you don’t miss the next step in your journey to Reclaiming Inner Confidence!

What if the fog you’re feeling isn’t confusion – but a lack of confidence?

In this second episode of the Reclaiming Inner Confidence series, Kristine explores the subtle ways our confidence gets depleted—and how clarity returns when we reclaim it.

Listen in and learn…

• How to identify the negative mindsets that can chip away at your confidence
• The real reason self-doubt creeps in when our confidence is low
• Inspiration to shift from living in fear to living in faith
• A simple journal prompt to grow your confidence (and why you need to try it today!)

This episode is for anyone feeling unsteady, emotionally scattered, or unsure about what’s next. You don’t need all the answers—just a little more faith in yourself.

Be sure to follow the show so you don’t miss the next step in your journey to Reclaiming Inner Confidence!

Connect with Kristine Carlson:

Website: www.kristinecarlson.com

Instagram: Instagram.com/kristine_carlson