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Kim Benoy Podcast Host, Certified Aromatherapist

Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife, mom, animal lover and podcast host who has a passion for helping women over 40 live every moment. She lives in Wisconsin with her husband of 36 years and loves being outside whenever possible, preferably with her dogs hiking trails in local parks. She loves to share the stories of women who have found ways to transform, grow and realize that life isn't over after 40, 50, 60 and beyond through her weekly podcast called Midlife with Courage.

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How Courage And Joy Transform Midlife With April Garcia &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
How Courage and Joy Transform Midlife with April Garcia

Talk to KimIn this inspiring episode, Kim Benoy interviews April Garcia about her transformative journey through Trauma, healing, and finding joy in midlife. They explore the 'rooms theory' …

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Talk to KimIn this inspiring episode, Kim Benoy interviews April Garcia about her transformative journey through trauma, healing, and finding joy in midlife. They explore the 'rooms theory' for healing past wounds, the power of vulnerability, and practical ways to embrace courage and joy.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Kim Benoy and the podcast00:33 Kim introduces guest April Garcia00:56 The rooms theory and its significance02:17 Compartmentalizing memories and healing03:28 The importance of sitting with painful memories04:20 Revisiting past trauma with a new perspective05:40 April’s…

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Unmasking Midlife: How Sue Bartel Reclaimed Her Courage And Health &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Unmasking Midlife: How Sue Bartel Reclaimed Her Courage and Health

Talk to KimSue Bartel shares her inspiring journey through midlife Health challenges, including her experience with hysterectomy, brain fog, and hormone changes. She discusses how she took control of …

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Talk to KimSue Bartel shares her inspiring journey through midlife health challenges, including her experience with hysterectomy, brain fog, and hormone changes. She discusses how she took control of her health with research, supplements, and community support, empowering women to embrace their midlife with courage and confidence.Chapters00:00 Introduction and Guest Welcome00:15 The Impact of Medical Advice to Stop Searching for Problems00:41 Discovering Supplements and Their Role in Transformation02:03 Realizing the Silence of Women in Midlife Health02:23 Symptoms Leading to Hysterectomy at 3…

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From Convent To Finding Her Inner Compass In Midlife With Toni Lamotta &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
From Convent to Finding Her Inner Compass in Midlife with Toni LaMotta

Talk to KimThis week, Kim welcomes Toni LaMotta, an inner compass coach and former Catholic nun, to discuss freeing ourselves from external vows of obedience and trusting our inner voice. They explore…

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Talk to KimThis week, Kim welcomes Toni LaMotta, an inner compass coach and former Catholic nun, to discuss freeing ourselves from external vows of obedience and trusting our inner voice. They explore how midlife is an opportune time to reconnect with our Wisdom and live authentically.Key TopicsThe impact of vows of obedience and external authority on self-trustThe journey from religious and societal conditioning to inner groundingDifferentiating between conditional trust and ground trustPractical techniques for listening to your inner voice, including body awarenessThe role of spirituality as…

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The Power Of Unconditional Love: Amy Theisen Walz'S Journey With You'Re Not Alone; &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
The Power of Unconditional Love: Amy Theisen Walz's Journey with You're Not Alone;

Talk to KimIn this inspiring interview, Amy Theisen Walz shares her personal journey through Mental Health struggles, the transformative power of Therapy dogs, and the impactful work of the You'r…

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Talk to KimIn this inspiring interview, Amy Theisen Walz shares her personal journey through mental health struggles, the transformative power of therapy dogs, and the impactful work of the You're Not Alone; organization in supporting mental health awareness in schools.Please be aware that we do discuss suicide in this episode which may be a trigger for some. If you are in crisis, please call or text 988-the Suicide and Crisis Lifeline.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Awareness01:01 Amy's Journey Through Emotional Abuse02:54 The Struggles of Postpartum Depression04:55 The …

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Midlife Mental Health: A Life-Changing Call With Gretchen Schoser &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Midlife Mental Health: A Life-Changing Call with Gretchen Schoser

Talk to KimGretchen Schoser shares her powerful journey through mental health struggles, a near-suicide attempt, and her inspiring recovery. This episode highlights the importance of mental health awa…

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Talk to KimGretchen Schoser shares her powerful journey through mental health struggles, a near-suicide attempt, and her inspiring recovery. This episode highlights the importance of mental health awareness, community support, and practical tools for healing at midlife.Key Topics:Mental health struggles in midlifeThe impact of early Retirement on mental healthThe role of community and support groupsThe importance of seeking help and therapyPractical tips for mental wellness and resilienceChapters00:00 Introduction to Mental Health Journey00:16 Life-Changing Experiences and Mental Health Strugg…

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How Matrescence Can Transform Women'S Midlife Experience With Dr. Angele Close &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
How Matrescence Can Transform Women's Midlife Experience with Dr. Angele Close

Talk to KimIn this insightful interview, Dr. Angele Close discusses the transformative journey of Motherhood, the concept of matresence, and how women can live more fully by understanding their evolvi…

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Talk to KimIn this insightful interview, Dr. Angele Close discusses the transformative journey of motherhood, the concept of matresence, and how women can live more fully by understanding their evolving identities. She shares personal stories, practical advice, and her new book to empower women at any stage of motherhood.Key TopicsMatresence as a developmental phase of motherhoodHealing and personal Growth through motherhoodSelf-compassion and boundaries in midlifeThe impact of neurodiversity and Parenting challengesThe importance of understanding identity shiftsChapters00:00 Introduction and …

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Navigating Midlife: Strength, Community, And Mental Health With Kari Goeden &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Navigating Midlife: Strength, Community, and Mental Health with Kari Goeden

Talk to KimThis episode dives into the transformative landscape of midlife, emphasizing that this phase is not just about navigating hormonal shifts but about embracing strength, vulnerability, and co…

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Talk to KimThis episode dives into the transformative landscape of midlife, emphasizing that this phase is not just about navigating hormonal shifts but about embracing strength, vulnerability, and community. Kari Goeden, a therapist with innovative approaches, shares insights on how women can reconnect with themselves and build supportive networks during this powerful time.In this episode:The concept of midlife as the "sacred art of falling apart and coming back together"How hormonal changes influence mental health and emotional regulationThe importance of Sleep hygiene and routine in managin…

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Exploring The Transformational Journey Of Midlife: A Conversation With Rose Wippich &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Exploring the Transformational Journey of Midlife: A Conversation with Rose Wippich

Talk to KimThis week, Kim and Rose Wippich explore the transformational journey through midlife—focusing on courage, self-reinvention, boundaries, and authentic visibility. They share practical insi…

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Talk to KimThis week, Kim and Rose Wippich explore the transformational journey through midlife—focusing on courage, self-reinvention, boundaries, and authentic visibility. They share practical insights and personal stories that empower women to live fully, boldly, and with intention.Key Topics Covered:The importance of questioning and evolving our identity in midlife, moving beyond old roles like mother, partner, and professional.How to embrace change and repurpose skills and experiences as opportunities for growth.Navigating the fears and courage needed to step into new ventures and expres…

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Exploring The Transformational Journey Of Midlife: A Conversation With Rose Wippich &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Exploring the Transformational Journey of Midlife: A Conversation with Rose Wippich

Talk to KimThis week, Kim and Rose Wippich explore the transformational journey through midlife—focusing on courage, self-reinvention, boundaries, and authentic visibility. They share practical insi…

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Talk to KimThis week, Kim and Rose Wippich explore the transformational journey through midlife—focusing on courage, self-reinvention, boundaries, and authentic visibility. They share practical insights and personal stories that empower women to live fully, boldly, and with intention.Key Topics Covered:The importance of questioning and evolving our identity in midlife, moving beyond old roles like mother, partner, and professional.How to embrace change and repurpose skills and experiences as opportunities for growth.Navigating the fears and courage needed to step into new ventures and expres…

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Midlife Fatigue Explained: The Role Of Minerals And Stress Patterns (With Dori Martin) &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Midlife Fatigue Explained: The Role of Minerals and Stress Patterns (with Dori Martin)

Talk to KimIn this episode, Dori Martin shares her compelling journey from Burnout and Caregiving to transforming her health by focusing on foundational cellular health. She demystifies the role of mi…

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Talk to KimIn this episode, Dori Martin shares her compelling journey from burnout and caregiving to transforming her health by focusing on foundational cellular health. She demystifies the role of minerals, hormones, and personalized lab testing in reclaiming vitality during midlife.Key topics:The courage it takes to prioritize self-care amidst caregiving and life stressHow chronic Stress and burnout impact cellular energy and overall healt The significance of mineral balance and hair tissue analysis for personalized health insightsThe limitations of traditional blood testing versus cellular…

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Midlife Fatigue Explained: The Role Of Minerals And Stress Patterns (With Dori Martin) &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Midlife Fatigue Explained: The Role of Minerals and Stress Patterns (with Dori Martin)

Talk to KimIn this episode, Dori Martin shares her compelling journey from burnout and caregiving to transforming her health by focusing on foundational cellular health. She demystifies the role of mi…

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Talk to KimIn this episode, Dori Martin shares her compelling journey from burnout and caregiving to transforming her health by focusing on foundational cellular health. She demystifies the role of minerals, hormones, and personalized lab testing in reclaiming vitality during midlife.Key topics:The courage it takes to prioritize self-care amidst caregiving and life stressHow chronic stress and burnout impact cellular energy and overall healt The significance of mineral balance and hair tissue analysis for personalized health insightsThe limitations of traditional blood testing versus cellular…

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Midlife Confidence: Transforming Through Fashion And Style &Raquo; 3Nd9Deh8R8N34Vk71Jlgv1Xrqmy4
Midlife Confidence: Transforming Through Fashion and Style

Talk to KimThis episode features Sarah Bechard, a former speech therapist turned personal stylist, sharing her journey of overcoming fears, building confidence, and embracing her authentic self throug…

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Talk to KimThis episode features Sarah Bechard, a former speech therapist turned personal stylist, sharing her journey of overcoming fears, building confidence, and embracing her authentic self through style. Her insights highlight the importance of self-acceptance, faith, and intentional living for women in midlife.In this episode:Sarah’s inspiring story of facing her fear of flying and how courage is a continuous process.The connection between faith, self-worth, and confidence, especially during midlife.Practical tips for styling women over 40, including understanding body shape, color ana…

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