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Breaking Free: Overcoming the Midlife Void

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Have you ever found yourself lying awake at night wondering, Is this all there is? You’re not alone. Midlife can be a season of transition filled with uncertainty, restlessness, and even a deep emotional void. In this episode, Laura and Susan dive into the experience of losing a long-held identity—whether as a parent, a partner, or a professional—and the emotional weight that comes with it.

We explore how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and external validation can keep us trapped in cycles of exhaustion and disconnection. Drawing from insights in Atlas of the Heart by Brené…

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