FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® with Karli Newman
Hi there! I'm Karli Newman, and this is my podcast, FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®.
In my mid-40s, my positive mindset was tested. I felt life was passing me by. I was restless in my career even though I loved my job, and exhausted after years of ignoring my self-care. PLUS the hormonal shifts of perimenopause were affecting me in ways I didn't know or understand.
Externally I maintained a positive attitude. Internally I struggled with changing my life’s direction. I didn't talk about it and it took me years to work through it.
Over time I took some big leaps, including a move back to Arizona. I created a new approach to my life and maximized my innate positivity. That’s how I ended up here - helping women like you tap into your positive mindset and inner expertise to see and seize the possibilities around you. I don’t want you to do this alone!
I’m a certified coach focused on whole-life wellness. I know from personal experience what a transformational time of life this is and how challenging it feels sometimes! I’m here to help you navigate obstacles, uncover how to move forward, and continue your unique journey of personal growth and self-discovery.
I intentionally create short episodes that fit into your busy life and get you thinking about your well-being. I cover topics that the women in this community care about (that's you BTW!).
Wherever you are in midlife and beyond, there’s space here to honor who you’ve been, love who you are, and be excited about who you are becoming.
This is the FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® and it's a glorious place to be!
Go ahead...binge all of my episodes. xo Karli
FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® with Karli Newman
MIDLIFE MUSINGS: VOTE & LET GO
Election day is upon us, and in this episode of MIDLIFE MUSINGS, I’m talking about how to stay peaceful and kind no matter the results.
Tune in for three ways to foster inner peace after you cast your ballot. They’ll help you avoid getting swept up in post-election extremes. I also share 4 ways to act with kindness toward yourself and others over the next days, weeks, and months.
This episode helps you prioritize and protect your well-being. Vote and let go, my friendl
We’re in this together. Don’t forget to share this episode with a friend!
xo Karli
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MIDLIFE MUSINGS: VOTE & LET GO
Hi there, my friend.It's me, Karli. Thanks for listening to my MIDLIFE MUSINGS.
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Your voice matters. Voting is an important responsibility not to be taken lightly.
When you cast your vote, you express your values and priorities. It feels good to do!
Once your ballot is submitted, opportunities await. You can seize the opportunities to foster inner peace and be kind to yourself and others. You can choose to vote and let go.
You've done your part and you do not control what happens next.
Regardless of the outcome, the results will disappoint many - and they will be a reason for many to celebrate. Rather than spinning in either set of those emotions, here are three ways you can foster inner peace after you vote.
First, detach from the outcome. Once you've voted, remind yourself you've done what you can. Detaching doesn't mean you don't care. It means you acknowledge your well-being is not helped by worrying. It also means you separate from the public extreme emotions on either side of the results. You foster inner peace when you step back to say, ‘I did my part,’ and then move on.
Another way to foster inner peace after voting is to practice gratitude. Focus on what you feel grateful for in your life that has nothing to do with the election results. Maybe you feel grateful for the opportunity to vote. Perhaps you notice little gratitudes that arise during your day. A focus on gratitude holds you in a positive space that fosters inner peace.
A third way to foster inner peace after you vote is to stay present. Stay grounded in the here and now rather than worrying about worst-case scenarios of the future. Spend time outdoors, do a walking meditation, or get lost in an activity that brings you joy. Your ability to stay present in the here and now can help anchor your inner peace.
These three strategies can help you hold on to your peace and resist the pull to get swept up in post-election extremes.
Now let's take a look at kindness and how you can be kind to yourself and others, regardless of the election outcome.
First, engage in conversations, not arguments. Should you choose to engage with another person about the election results, postpone judgment. You do not have to react with big emotions! You can choose to focus on hearing opinions, approach with curiosity, and know that different views and perspectives are important in this world. Calm disagreement is healthy. Kind listening and respectful sharing are good for all involved. If the other person is unable to kindly converse with you, calmly change the subject or extract yourself from the interaction. This is not a suggestion to be a doormat and allow others to walk all over you, my friend.
Another way to spread kindness is to get involved in your local community. Any change you want to foster starts small, right in your own backyard. How can you channel your kind energy into something good for yourself and others? Volunteer, join a local organization, or attend a neighborhood or community meeting. You feel good helping others and you make a difference where you live.
A third way to express kindness is to advocate for issues that matter to you. You can boost your well-being by supporting causes that align with your values. Do what feels right to you. Contact your representatives to express your opinions on current issues, or donate to an organization that responsibly supports a favorite cause. Maybe you organize a group that volunteers regularly. When you align with your values, you foster purpose and fulfillment. Self-kindness at its best!
One more way to practice kindness toward yourself is to feel your emotions, but don't dwell there. It's okay to feel disappointed or relieved, frustrated or content, sad or happy about the election results. Permit yourself to experience those emotions, don't push them away, but set a time limit. Process what you feel and then consciously decide to move forward. Be gentle with yourself when things feel heavy. Be aware of when your mood is light. Treat your emotions with the same care you offer a close friend.
I hope today's episode gave you a few ideas on how to navigate the days ahead with peace and kindness. Remember, my friend, you have a choice to prioritize and protect your well-being.
If you enjoyed this episode, please share it with another woman who might need a reminder to vote and let go, too.
Thank you for spending a few minutes with me, my friend. As always, I'd love to hear from you. Feel free to reach out to me at karli@flipsideofmidlife.com and share your thoughts about this episode or anything else that's on your mind.
I'll be back with another MIDLIFE MUSINGS in two weeks. Until then, foster inner peace, be kind to yourself and others, and don't miss my Wednesday episodes of FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE™️.
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