Feeling stuck in midlife? You’re not alone—and you’re not done.

In this episode, I’m sharing 5 things I had to quit to finally gain momentum to rediscover purpose beyond motherhood. These small mindset shifts helped me move forward with clarity, confidence, and deeper faith.

✨ We’ll unpack:

• The avoidance habit(s) stealing your focus

• Why comparison keeps you stuck

• What perfectionism is really costing you

• How to rewrite your self-talk

• The power of quitting what no longer serves your season

This one’s for every midlife mom ready for a fresh start. Press play—you don’t have to stay stuck. Want to take this journey even deeper? I offer a limited number of 1:1 coaching spots for midlife moms who are ready to stop spinning their wheels and start moving forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Reach out to book a FREE discovery call: sarah@westmetromom.com Join The Unscripted Circle Facebook Community XO Sarah

Do you ever catch yourself thinking, “I’m failing at this,” or “I’m just not good enough”? In this episode of Midlife Unscripted, I'm sharing a real-life moment from a Macy’s fitting room that shook my heart—and challenged my mindset.

If you’ve struggled with mom guilt or that relentless inner critic, you are not alone. I open up about how one painful moment with my daughter revealed a deeper battle with my own thoughts. You’ll hear:

• How negative thoughts (like sticky notes) can quietly pile up and weigh you down
• Why mindset matters more than ever in midlife
• A powerful reminder about the influence of your words—on your kids and on yourself
• Three practical ways to renew your mind and speak truth over your thoughts
• How faith plays a foundational role in confidence and healing

This episode is a must-listen for midlife moms navigating the tension between showing up for their families and rediscovering their own voice. If you’re ready to stop spiraling and start standing in truth, this one’s for you. 👣 Action Step Included: You’ll walk away with a simple exercise to reframe your mindset and reset your inner dialogue. Link to the daily devotional referenced in today's episode. Want to take this journey even deeper? I offer a limited number of 1:1 coaching spots for midlife moms who are ready to stop spinning their wheels and start moving forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Reach out to book a FREE discovery call: sarah@westmetromom.com Join The Unscripted Circle Facebook Community

🌟 Next up: We’re diving into 5 things I quit to move from stuck to steady. You won’t want to miss it! XO Sarah

Have you ever looked around your life and thought, “What happened to me?” You're still running carpools and juggling the chaos of raising tweens and teens, but something has shifted. Your kids are growing more independent, and with that new margin comes an unexpected question: What’s next for me?

In this first episode of Midlife Unscripted, I’m sharing my raw and honest story of self-rediscovery as a midlife mom. From building a successful business and living out my dream of being a stay-at-home mom to feeling lost and unsure of my purpose—this is the behind-the-scenes of what happens after you get everything you once prayed for.

You’ll hear how I: • Hit a low point despite a full calendar • Turned to faith and the promise of Jeremiah 29:11 to find new direction • Navigated unexpected roadblocks • Reconnected with my passion for storytelling • Slowly rebuilt confidence through intentional rhythms and prayer

Whether you feel stuck, restless, or unsure of your purpose in this season of midlife, this episode is for you. You are not alone—and this next season can be your strongest one yet. Want to take this journey even deeper? I offer a limited number of 1:1 coaching spots for midlife moms who are ready to stop spinning their wheels and start moving forward with clarity, confidence, and purpose. Reach out to book a FREE discovery call: sarah@westmetromom.com Join The Unscripted Circle Facebook Community

🎧 Next up: We’re diving into mindset—what sticky notes and stinking thinking have in common—and how to renew your mind so you can move forward with confidence. XO Sarah