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Join Kim on Midlife with Courage™ as she reflects on this past year, celebrating gratitude, personal growth, and the incredible stories shared by women.

Discover the power of taking action, building confidence, and the importance of rest during the holidays. Tune in for exciting guest stories coming in January!

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:24 Reflecting on Gratitude and Achievements
01:46 Embracing Confidence and Growth
05:10 Learning from Challenges
06:08 Sharing Stories and Their Impact
09:15 Lessons on Confidence and Healing
12:58 The Importance of Rest and Self-Care
14:13 You Are Enough
15:33 Looking Ahead to the New Year

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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.

If this podcast inspires you and makes you think, “She’s talking to me,” there’s a place where these conversations continue. The Midlife with Courage™ community is the podcast—plus deeper connection, encouragement, and support for midlife women navigating confidence, change, and what’s next. It’s a safe, uplifting space to be inspired, share honestly, and grow alongside women who truly get this season of life.

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Are you looking for more? You should check out my Courage & Confidence Circle! Join a supportive group of other midlife women who are ready to live with courage and stop waiting for someday! This 3-month program starts again in March 2026 and I would love to see you there!

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In this episode of the Midlife with Courage™ podcast, Kim and guest Maria Toso discuss emotional triggers and how to heal them. Key topics include:

- Understanding emotional triggers and contractions
- Techniques for healing and self-love
- The importance of grounding and breathwork
- How forgiveness and divine love play roles in emotional healing
- Practical advice for facing triggers, especially during the holidays.

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:21 Meet Maria Toso: A Journey of Spiritual Awakening
00:28 Understanding Emotional Triggers
02:00 Healing Through Meditation and Yoga
03:09 Numbing Out: The Modern Escape
03:49 The Power of Self-Love and Divine Love
05:56 Recognizing and Managing Triggers
08:59 Daily Practices for Emotional Well-being
11:41 The Role of Self-Validation
24:49 The Journey of Forgiveness
25:07 Understanding Triggers and Healing
25:54 Releasing the Original Villain
27:40 The Power of Forgiveness
30:29 A New Paradigm for Friendship
34:21 Steps to Grounding and Awareness
38:04 Using Current Hurts for Healing
38:46 The Importance of Loving Presence
46:55 Practical Tips for the Holiday Season
49:06 Conclusion and Final Thoughts

Go to Maria's website to get her free mini meditations, her book and more information about working with her.

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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.

Are you looking for more? You should check out my Courage & Confidence Circle! Join a supportive group of other midlife women who are ready to live with courage and stop waiting for someday! This 3-month program starts again in March 2026 and I would love to see you there!

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Join Kim on Midlife With Courage™ as she welcomes Melinda Lee. Discover Melinda’s unique journey of sharing hugs, cultivating authenticity, and the lessons learned through life changes, including overcoming a challenging marriage and the importance of self-love.

Key takeaways include: embracing your authentic self, learning from personal boundaries, and the impact of genuine human connection.

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:21 Meet Melinda Lee: Empowerment Coach and Healer
01:23 Defining Courage: Melinda's Perspective
02:08 The Power of Hugs: Melinda's Unique Journey
05:05 The Inspiration Behind Hugging Strangers
08:10 Challenges and Lessons from the Hugging Journey
14:28 Writing the Book and a New Hugging Adventure
16:38 The Power of a Hug
17:46 Challenges and Boundaries
19:29 Self-Discovery and Self-Love
20:51 Marriage and Divorce
26:39 New Beginnings
30:07 Healing Touch for Animals
31:19 Rebel Hugger and Coaching
33:29 Final Thoughts and Advice

You can learn more about Melinda by going to her WEBSITE.

Get in on the next Courage & Confidence Circle before it even opens. The waitlist for the March 2026 Courage & Confidence Circle is open so click the link below to let me know you are ready to grow your midlife confidence now!

PUT ME ON THE WAITLIST!

Support the show

Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.

If this podcast inspires you and makes you think, “She’s talking to me,” there’s a place where these conversations continue. The Midlife with Courage™ community is the podcast—plus deeper connection, encouragement, and support for midlife women navigating confidence, change, and what’s next. It’s a safe, uplifting space to be inspired, share honestly, and grow alongside women who truly get this season of life.

Midlife with Courage™ Community

Are you looking for more? You should check out my Courage & Confidence Circle! Join a supportive group of other midlife women who are ready to live with courage and stop waiting for someday! This 3-month program starts again in March 2026 and I would love to see you there!

REGISTER HERE

Want to be a guest on Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy? Send Kim Benoy a message on PodMatch, here:

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