Thrive After 45™
Thrive After 45™
Podcast Description
The Thrive After 45 ™ podcast is an empowering show designed for women in midlife who are ready to embrace their next chapter with confidence, purpose, and joy—without guilt, remorse, or shame for prioritizing themselves. Hosted by Midlife Renewal Coach and former educator Denise Drinkwalter, MEd, this podcast provides a supportive space where women can release self-doubt, rediscover their passions, and create a life that truly lights them up.Through insightful interviews with experts, thought leaders, and inspiring guest, as well as solo episodes filled with practical strategies, the Thrive After 45™ podcast helps listeners navigate personal growth, relationships, mindset shifts, and career reinvention. Most importantly, it encourages women to take time for themselves, step into their power, and recognize that self-care is not selfish—it’s essential.If you’re ready to let go of old expectations and start thriving in midlife, this podcast is for you. Because midlife isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of something extraordinary.
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The podcast focuses on personal growth, relationships, mindset shifts, and career reinvention, with episodes examining topics like rediscovering passions and overcoming imposter syndrome. An example episode features Dr. Lisa Petty discussing holistic wellness and leadership for women in midlife, contributing to the broader theme of self-care and authenticity.
The Thrive After 45 ™ podcast is an empowering show designed for women in midlife who are ready to embrace their next chapter with confidence, purpose, and joy—without guilt, remorse, or shame for prioritizing themselves.
Hosted by Midlife Renewal Coach and former educator Denise Drinkwalter, MEd, this podcast provides a supportive space where women can release self-doubt, rediscover their passions, and create a life that truly lights them up.
Through insightful interviews with experts, thought leaders, and inspiring guest, as well as solo episodes filled with practical strategies, the Thrive After 45™ podcast helps listeners navigate personal growth, relationships, mindset shifts, and career reinvention. Most importantly, it encourages women to take time for themselves, step into their power, and recognize that self-care is not selfish—it’s essential.
If you’re ready to let go of old expectations and start thriving in midlife, this podcast is for you. Because midlife isn’t the end—it’s the beginning of something extraordinary.
In this episode of Thrive After 45™, I'm so honored to welcome back Mary Ann Hughes, a certified special needs divorce coach, family mediator, and parenting coordinator.
Mary Ann's journey into this work is deeply personal. After 21 years of marriage, she navigated her own divorce while raising two children on the autism spectrum.
Her experience with the financial and emotional toll of the process inspired her to dedicate her career to helping other families avoid those struggles and focus on what's most important….their children.
Mary Ann brings a unique blend of personal insight and professional expertise to her work. She's here to empower parents to confidently advocate for themselves and their children, providing the clarity and tools they need to move forward with strength and peace of mind.
This conversation is a beautiful reminder that divorce doesn't have to be a win-lose situation. It can be a win-win, where everybody…especially the children…can come out of the process with a renewed sense of hope.
We discuss why having a special needs divorce coach is so important, how to make strategic decisions rather than emotional ones, and how to become the boss of your own divorce.
Mary Ann's message is one of hope: you will get through this, and there is a better life for you after.
For more information about Mary Ann and her work, or to find out about the Divorce for Special Needs Children Summit happening in January 2026, you can find her in these places…
Website: https://www.specialfamilytransitions.com/
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Your journey doesn’t stop here – let’s keep the conversation going! Connect with me at denisedrinkwalter.com, and follow @thethriveafter45podcast for daily insp, tips, and support.
Remember, midlife isn’t the end – it’s just the beginning of a new, exciting chapter! Keep thriving, keep shining, and I’ll see you next time!
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