Gen X Juggler Podcast
Gen X Juggler Podcast
Podcast Description
Yesterday, we were the fun-loving feral kids of the 80’s, and today we’re grownup Gen Xers juggling the many joys and demands of midlife. That happened fast! This podcast will cover topics that matter most to us as we navigate the uncharted waters of midlife and all that comes with it. We’ll reminisce about the good old days and also share stories and valuable conversations that help us make the most of the here and now.
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This podcast focuses on midlife challenges and nostalgia with themes encompassing aging, family dynamics, and personal growth, featuring episode topics like caretaking for aging loved ones, the joys of grandparenting, and reflections on technology's impact on life

Yesterday, we were the fun-loving feral kids of the 80’s, and today we’re grownup Gen Xers juggling the many joys and challenges of midlife. That happened fast! This podcast covers topics that matter most to us as we navigate the uncharted waters of midlife and all that comes with it. We’ll reminisce about the good old days and also share stories and valuable conversations that help us make the most of the here and now.
Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler
Today on the Gen X Juggler Podcast, Deb discusses the challenges and opportunities of midlife with guest Angela Burk, author of Real Girls Guide to Midlife.
They talk about the importance of rejecting outdated narratives, the impacts of menopause, and the significance of embracing one’s true self. The conversation explores how midlife can be a time for rewriting personal stories, overcoming societal pressures, and prioritizing self-care.
Angela shares insights from her own experiences and her interactions with other women, encouraging listeners to embrace transformation and live authentically.
00:00 Shrinking Woman Hook
01:25 Meet Angela Burke
02:54 Why Midlife Talk Matters
04:36 Keep the Peace Pattern
07:02 Hitting the Wall
09:09 Remembering Yourself
10:36 Stories We Believe
14:16 Divorce Meets Menopause
17:39 Leave the Stick
24:12 Oxygen Mask First
25:54 Permission and Saying No
27:52 Rest Without Guilt
28:28 Permission to Say No
29:18 Spotting When You Shrink
30:39 Say What You Need
31:22 Taking Up Space
33:21 Authenticity Attracts People
34:32 Dropping Shame and Guilt
35:46 The Exhaustion of Being Easy
39:05 The Red Folder Origin Story
42:38 Substack Health Breakthroughs
46:58 Never Too Late to Begin
48:14 Book Release and Where to Follow
50:38 Final Thanks and Wrap
**Contact Deb for speaking engagements at [email protected]
**Want to be a guest on Gen X Juggler Podcast? Send Deb Foster a message on PodMatch, here: https://www.podmatch.com/hostdetailpreview/genxjuggler
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Links to Angela Burk:
https://www.instagram.com/realgirlsguide55?igsh=NnI1NjhucXpwNHBi
Go to Amazon on December 15th, and grab your copy of Real Girls Guide to Midlife!
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