173. Putting Yourself First Without Guilt

Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark · Feb 23, 2026 · 17m

Guilt and self-sacrifice have quietly shaped so many women's lives — and midlife is often when it all comes to a head. In this episode, Jo explores why putting yourself first can feel so uncomfortable, where that guilt really comes from, and how to begin gently rewriting a story that may have been passed down for generations.

In this episode, we explore:

Why guilt around self-prioritisation is so deeply rooted in generational conditioning

How the guilt of midlife shifts shape. Even after the kids grow up

The six pillars of wellness and what happens when we ignore our own needs for too long…