From SAHM to Fearlessly Facing Fifty: Cannonballing Into Midlife With Amy Schmidt
- From SAHM to Fearlessly Facing Fifty: Cannonballing Into Midlife With Amy Schmidt Sharon Macey 38:06
In this episode of Mom to MORE™, host Sharon Macey is joined by Amy Schmidt – Best-selling author, speaker, podcast host and “Beyond 50” visionary.
Amy Schmidt is an award winning television and podcast host, best-selling author, TEDx Speaker, motivational speaker, confidence, reinvention & parenting media expert, and founder of the brands, Fearlessly Facing Fifty™ and Your Confidence Connector.
She was nominated to the Inaugural Forbes 50 over 50 – Women shattering age and gender norms, 2021 list. In May, 2021 she also became the CEO and Founder of Meant For More. Transformative events for women, curating thought leaders around top of mind topics for women at midlife and beyond.
Join Sharon and Amy as they discuss the significance of stepping outside one’s comfort zone, courageously embracing new challenges, and earnestly learning from failures along the journey of personal Growth and empowerment. Amy Schmidt is a true inspiration for those seeking to redefine their lives and pursue new passions. Transitioning from a dedicated stay-at-home mom to an award-winning television and podcast host, bestselling author, and motivational speaker, Amy exemplifies fearless reinvention. Her journey underscores the transformative power of embracing creativity and leveraging personal experiences to forge a fulfilling path forward, inspiring others to embark on their own journeys of self-discovery.
Amy’s resilience, cultivated through her years as a stay-at-home mom, shines through her emphasis on patience, spontaneity, and flexibility. Her advocacy for courageous conversations and the importance of a supportive network reflects her commitment to empowering women. Amy’s insights on embracing failure as a catalyst for growth, paired with practical advice on self-affirmation and overcoming perfectionism, offer invaluable guidance for those striving for contentment and fulfillment in the present moment. [01:59] Amy’s background and achievements [04:05] Importance of being a stay-at-home mom [06:17] Parenting superpowers and the 30-minute decompression rule [08:50] Inspiration behind the name “Cannonball” [11:05] Fearlessly embracing new challenges [14:42] Overcoming perfectionism and procrastination [16:50] Being present, appreciating the moment and turning off the noise [23:27] Accepting compliments and creating greatness statements [28:41] Advice to your 30-year-old self and Amy’s “More” [34:47] Where to find Amy and her book online Learn more about Amy Schmidt:
Websites: Fearlesslyfacingfifty.com and Theamyschmidt.com Amy’s book “Cannonball!: Fearlessly Facing Midlife and Beyond”: https://www.amazon.com/Cannonball-Fearlessly-Facing-Midlife-Beyond/dp/057869901X
Facebook: @theamyschmidt (Your Confidence Connector) and @fearlesslyfacingfifty
Instagram: @theamy.schmidt
Have a book club? Connect with Amy at: amy@fearlesslyfacingfifty.com
Looking for MORE? Follow @momtomore on Instagram, Facebook and TikTok. @Sharon Macey on LinkedIn. Keep an eye out for episode #19 of the Mom to MORE™ podcast where Sharon is joined by Samantha Danielle, content creator, keynote speaker and advocate for women’s empowerment and self-care. Coming soon – you won’t want to miss it ♥
