Midlife Emotions: Embrace New Feelings As They Surface
As you reach midlife, new emotions often begin to surface, bringing with them a deeper sense of self-awareness. This period can feel like a profound emotional awakening, where you confront feelings that may have been dormant or unprocessed for years. The transitions of midlife—shifts in family roles, career changes, or personal identity—can stir up emotions like grief, fear, or even joy. What makes this stage unique is the opportunity to explore and embrace these feelings, offering a chance to redefine who you are and what truly matters in this next chapter of life.
I joined Wendy Olson on She’s Got Gumption Podcast to explore the emotional complexities of midlife. Our conversation focused on discovering a new depth within ourselves—especially the parts of us that are coming online now in midlife. While you may have navigated the first half of your life one way, that doesn’t always mean it reflected who you truly are.
This episode covers:
(06:30): Exploring emotional parts & setting boundaries
(07:15): The Adult Chair® overview
(13:58): Emotions and their impact
(20:35): Indoctrination into societal systems
(26:10): Letting things go, inspired by Marie Kondo
(32:29): Recognizing that emotional parts never truly leave and how to embrace all the parts of you
In this season of life it’s important to our overall health to embrace the full spectrum of our emotions, allowing ourselves to evolve and adapt to the new experiences life presents. As we move through midlife, we’re met with transitions, uncertainties, and a new level of emotional awareness. By fully stepping into this process, we uncover more authentic versions of ourselves, not bound by past identities or expectations.
Emotional Awareness as Healing
During midlife, emotions we’ve previously tucked away often surface. Wendy and I discussed the importance of embracing these feelings to foster healing and authenticity. We can’t move forward without first recognizing what we’re feeling and why.
Redefining Self-Identity
This stage is a turning point in how we see ourselves. It’s about releasing old roles and embracing a new sense of self. We shared our personal journeys of rediscovery and how this redefinition is not only inevitable but empowering.
Building Emotional Resilience
You’ll learn strategies to strengthen emotional resilience in midlife. Whether it’s mindfulness, boundary-setting, or leaning into your support systems, resilience helps us thrive through life’s shifts and challenges.
Cultivate Your Own Gumption
This conversation encourages you to reflect on your own emotional journey in midlife. It’s an opportunity to evolve, embrace your depth, and navigate the complexities of this phase with courage and compassion. Tune in to our episode and join the conversation about rediscovering who you truly are.
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What to learn more about navigating your emotions?
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The Adult Chair®: A Simple & Practical Tool for Your Emotional Healing Journey (Episode 01)
How Understanding Your Inner Child Helps You Heal Emotional Wounds with Joan Mwangi (Episode 03)
How to Connect to Your Emotions to Understand Your Needs (Episode 16)
Favorite Resources For Emotional Wellness for Midlife Women
Clarity & Connection examines how intense emotions accumulate in our subconscious and condition us to act and react in certain ways.
The Adult Chair: A Guide to Loving Yourself is a straightforward how-to guide on identifying what “chair” you are in emotionally so you learn to navigate and manage your feelings as an emotionally healthy adult.
Emotions Journal for Women is designed for women to track their daily feelings to help you enhance your emotional well-being, relieve anxiety, and improve mental health.
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