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
FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®: BALANCE ISN'T REALITY
Do you find yourself craving a better life balance? Yeah, I’ve been there, too.
Instead of chasing balance, what if you focused on harmony instead?
In this episode of FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®, I share 3 benefits of seeking harmony and 3 ways to create it in your daily life.
A harmonious life allows you to flow through different seasons with your self-love and self-compassion intact.
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FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®: BALANCE ISN'T REALITY
Do you find yourself craving a better life balance? Yeah, I've been there too.
I realized something along my journey in midlife and beyond, and deep inside, you know it too. Balance sounds lovely, but it isn't reality.
Life rarely splits itself into neat, equal parts. Some days, work is everything. Other days, the needs of a parent or partner or pet take over. And then there are the days where you just want to curl up with a book or BritBox and ignore it all, which is totally okay.
Instead of beating yourself up for not achieving the impossibility of balance, what if you thought of creating harmony instead?
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Hi there, my friend, it's me, Karli Newman, GenX woman, community builder, and life and wellness coach for women in midlife and beyond.
Have I told you how grateful I am to have you here in the FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® community? It's true. If you could see me now, you'd see me dancing a little thank you jig.
I hope you share the good vibes you find here with the women in your life. Send them a link to your favorite episode, encourage them to join my email list, or become members of my ELEVATE membership. There are so many good things happening here for women in midlife and beyond.
Okay, let's get back to creating a life filled with harmony, shall we?
Think of harmony as the ebb and flow of the different parts of your life working together. It's a kind and gentle way to approach the facets of your life. Think of a stream as it moves over rocks and curves with the terrain following the path of least resistance. As you shift to create harmony, you find space to notice your needs with self-compassion.
This is a good place to grab your journal, notebook, or favorite app, my friend. You may feel like jotting down some notes.
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If you're like me, you want to know the benefits of something before you take a leap. So here are three benefits of seeking harmony in your life. First, flexibility and flow. When you stop chasing forever elusive balance, you free yourself from the pressure of having everything equal. Harmony allows for flexibility. It entices you to pivot, and that means less mean girl inner dialogue and an easier flow.
Another benefit is better alignment with your energy. Some days you wake up ready to take on the world and other days you're running on fumes from the get-go. Harmony lets you honor where you are instead of forcing yourself to maintain an unrealistic pace.
And a third benefit is less guilt, more gratitude. Instead of constantly feeling like you're neglecting parts of your life, harmony helps you appreciate different seasons. It alleviates guilt and creates space to appreciate where you are.
Love how all of that sounds? Here are three ways to create harmony in your daily life.
Start your day with a harmony check-in. Before the day gets too far along, ask yourself, What do I need to feel at ease today? Maybe you feel like you need a slow morning or a short walk or saying no to an ask.
A second way to create harmony in your daily life is to embrace micro-adjustments. Tiny shifts can make a big impact. If you find yourself feeling stretched too thin or unexpectedly antisocial, ask yourself, how can I embody harmony right now? Harmony isn't about overhauling your life. It's about making small, real-time adjustments.
And a third way to create harmony in your daily life is to end your day with self-compassion. Instead of wrapping your day with a check-in on what you got done, ask yourself, what felt good today? This simple shift trains your mind to notice the harmony you create and end the day on a positive note. Imagine how you will feel as you create a harmonious life rather than striving for a balanced one.
If you're interested in learning more about personal growth and topics like harmony and self-love that impact women in midlife and beyond, I invite you to join my ELEVATE membership for only $10 your first month.
ELEVATE is a space for you to boost your whole life wellness, connect with other women who get it, and bask in the feel-good vibes of the community.
This journey is not meant to be taken alone, my friend. Yes, your path is unique, but there is a lot that we share. You aren't the only one who knows what it's like to feel stuck, grieve through an empty nest, or feel lost on where to find new friends. ELEVATE is full of women who understand.
You're already part of the FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE® community, so I'm offering you $15 off your first month of ELEVATE.
Yep, you can join ELEVATE for only $10.
Go to the link in the show notes and transcript to learn more about ELEVATE and get the promo code that saves you $15 on your first month of membership.
This offer is for new members only, and after your first month, you are charged $25 a month. Taxes might apply, and you can cancel at any time.
A harmonious life allows you to flow through different seasons with your self-love and self-compassion intact. it truly is a kind and gentle way to blend the different parts of your life.
I'd love to hear from you. Leave a comment or share with me privately at karli@flipsideofmidlife.com.
Thank you for listening. As always, I'm here cheering you on as you travel through midlife and beyond. I'll be back next Wednesday with another episode of FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®. Until then, enjoy creating more harmony in your life.
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