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Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
I'm Jo Clark, midlife mentor and coach, and this is your space for honest conversations about the changes that come with the second half of life. Menopause. Identity. Career. Relationships. Who we become next. Each week I share the lessons and strategies I've learned, alongside guest experts and everyday women with real stories to tell, because midlife isn't the end of the story. It's your chance to create a life you truly love.
Episodes
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
205. Grief in Midlife and How to Support Others
Within weeks of each other, Jo lost two women who became like second mums to her, and grief for her own mum came flooding back. When she shared on Instagram…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
204. How to Finish the Year Strong, Starting Today
Picture two women at the end of a long year: one waits for January, the other starts now with a few small choices each day. In this episode, Jo shares why that…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
203. The Two Minutes That Could Change Your Life
“ How you start your day is how you live your day. How you live your day is how you live your life," says Louise Hay. So what if the first minute of yours…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
202. 5 Signs You're Shrinking Yourself in Midlife
In this episode, Jo Clark unpacks the quiet, everyday ways women shrink themselves to keep others comfortable. It's not one big dramatic moment; it's the small…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
201. The Truth Behind Why I Started This Podcast
On episode 201, Jo takes you back to day one. No plan, no experience, just a microphone and a feeling that something was missing. She shares the four real…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
200. My Husband On Midlife And Menopause
For the first time in 200 episodes, Jo hands the microphone to someone else: her husband of 30 years, Philip. He answers listener-submitted questions with…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
199. Why Midlife Feels Like Living Two Lives at Once
An Instagram post about the contradictions of midlife went quietly viral, and thousands of women said the same thing: "This is literally my life." In this…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
198. Why She Finally Said Yes to Herself
This week Jo is joined by Charmaine Size, one of her Reimagine mentoring clients, who opens up about burnout, a recent ADHD diagnosis and learning to put…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
197. How to Have Hard Conversations in Midlife
What's the conversation you've been avoiding? Jo unpacks why so many midlife women have become experts at keeping the peace, and what it actually costs us…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
196. Who Am I Now? Debbie's Story After Breast Cancer
In this episode, Jo sits down with Debbie Craig, one of the women she's mentored, to talk about life after a breast cancer diagnosis. Debbie shares what it was…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
195. Why Setbacks Hit Harder in Midlife and What Helps
In this solo episode, Jo unpacks why setbacks feel so much heavier in midlife than they did in our twenties, and what to do about it. It's not just about the…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
194. How to Stop Settling for Good Enough
Is your life good enough, or is it actually yours? In this episode, Jo unpacks the quiet difference between contentment and settling, and why so many midlife…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
193. 5 Ways to Feel Present in Your Everyday Life
Ever notice a Tuesday that looks exactly like last Tuesday, which looked exactly like the one before that? In this episode, Jo unpacks why midlife days can…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
192. Why Waiting to Feel Ready Is Keeping You Stuck
"I've missed my window." "Someone younger would do this better." Jo pushes back hard on both of these stories in this episode and makes the case that…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
191. How to Talk to Your Doctor, Health Checks That Matter and More
There's a website that Jo credits with genuinely changing her understanding of her own health, and today she's sitting down with the woman who leads it. Dr…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
190. How to Make the Second Half of 2026 Count
We're halfway through 2026, and if that hit you somewhere in the chest, you're not alone. This solo episode is an invitation to pause, look honestly at the…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
189. Declutter Your Life (Not Just Your Wardrobe)
Six years. That's how long a bag of old teacher clothes sat at the back of Jo's wardrobe. Not because she forgot about them, but because getting rid of them…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
188. When Leaving Is the Brave Choice in Midlife
What do you do when you've quietly started asking yourself not how to fix your relationship, but whether you should leave it? In this honest and compassionate…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
187. Rediscover You: The First Step to Figuring Out What You Want in Midlife
Have you stopped lately to ask yourself what you actually want? In this episode, Jo shares something she's been quietly working on behind the scenes — a tool…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
186. 3 Ways to Build Your Courage Again (Even When You Don't Know Where to Start)
You aren’t born with or without courage; it's something you build. In this solo episode, Jo explores what it really means to be brave in midlife, and why…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
185. Getting Older on Your Own Terms
The pressure to look a certain way, age a certain way, measure up to images that may not even be real, it's everywhere, and it's exhausting. In this episode…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
184. How to Stop Your Inner Critic Running Your Life
The voice in your head, the one that whispers you're too much or not enough, or that it's all too late, can run your life. In this solo episode, Jo unpacks the…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
183. What Mark Do You Want to Leave on the World?
What mark are you leaving on the world? Not a grand, headlines-worthy legacy. I’m talking about the quiet, everyday impressions you're making on the people…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
182. 80% Preventable: The Women's Heart Health Conversation You Can't Afford to Miss
Most of us have never once thought of heart disease as something we need to worry about, and yet 90% of women are walking around with at least one risk factor…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
181. I Stopped Trying to Look Younger. Here’s What Happened.
Could those emerging lines on your face be chapters of wisdom rather than flaws to erase? Join Jo for an intimate conversation about confronting society's…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
180. 5 Ways to Make a Big Change Without Burning It All Down
That quiet urge to pack a bag and disappear somewhere nobody needs anything from you? You're not alone, and it's actually telling you something important. In…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
179. When the World Feels Heavy
These days, the planet seems to sag under its own weight, and perhaps you've noticed that familiar buzz of worry that arrives before your morning brew does…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
178. How to Reconnect With Yourself in Midlife
When was the last time you recognised yourself beneath the carefully constructed facade that keeps everyone else's worlds turning? In this intimate episode, Jo…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
177. If You’re Not Sure What You Want Anymore
That subtle unease when life feels different but you can't name why, it's a common thread among women in midlife. In this intimate conversation, Jo unpacks…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
176. Grief After Losing Your Mother in Midlife
Jo shares her raw journey through the five years since her mother's passing, exploring the silent burden of grief that midlife women often shoulder alone. When…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
175. How to Build Confidence After 40
Have you ever said, "I don't care what people think anymore," only to find yourself holding back? In this solo episode, Jo unpacks why confidence in midlife…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
174. Swimwear, Strength and Stepping Up in Midlife
What happens when an everyday woman reinvents herself — not once, but many times over? In this episode, Jo sits down with Anita McLaughlan, founder of Sequins…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
173. Putting Yourself First Without Guilt
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…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
172. 5 Ways to Boost Your Energy, Without Caffeine or Guilt
In this episode, Jo tackles the exhaustion so many midlife women feel. That constant 3 pm slump and the endless reach for caffeine. She shares five practical…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
171. Making Peace With Your Body in Midlife
In this episode, Jo calls herself out on the harsh inner voice that had quietly crept in around her changing body. If you've ever caught yourself being more…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
170. What 30 Years of Marriage Has Taught Me
In this deeply reflective episode, I share the story of my wonderful 30-year marriage. The highs, the hard seasons, and what's kept our love growing stronger…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
169. Simple Tips For Living A More Intentional Life
In this episode, Jo explores what it really means to live with intention in midlife, and why simply wanting change isn't enough. If you've been feeling like…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
168. When Love Shifts in Midlife
In this episode, Jo sits down with psychotherapist Niki Grennell to explore what happens when the connection in a long-term relationship starts to fade beneath…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
167. How to Avoid Another Groundhog Year, and Live With Intention Instead
Tired of living the same year on repeat? In this episode, I share a simple yet transformative practice that has shaped my last six years. Choosing one focus…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
166. The One Midlife Practice That Changes Everything
As we wrap up 2025, Jo shares the reflection practice that transformed her life five years ago. She explores how to move beyond surface-level goal-setting to…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
165. A Guide To The Empty Nest
As school finishes for another year, many mums are facing their final school drop-off, last exam, or watching their children pack for university. In this…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
164. Navigating Alcohol in Midlife
The festive season brings endless celebrations, but what if you could actually remember them all? In this candid conversation, sober curious mentor Keelie…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
163. What Freedom Really Looks Like in Midlife with Jo Clark
Freedom in midlife doesn't arrive the way you imagined. After decades of longing for more time, more space, more breathing room, it finally shows up and feels…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
162. Building a Compassionate Relationship with Yourself with Dr Hayley Quinn
What if the most courageous thing you could do is face your own suffering with kindness? Dr Hayley Quinn, former clinical psychologist and wellbeing expert…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
161. Letting Go Of Regret with Jo Clark
What if the quiet weight you've been carrying isn't proof that you failed, but evidence that you've grown? In this episode, I share why regret doesn't have to…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
160. Menopause. Now what? With Dr Sian Hebron
You've made it through perimenopause. The hot flushes have settled, your periods have stopped, and you're breathing a sigh of relief. What many women don't…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
159. Why Friendships in Midlife Matter More Than Ever with Jo Clark
Your friendships aren't just good for your soul; they're medicine for your body. In this week's episode, Jo explores why the connections you nurture in midlife…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
158. What Really Changes When Women Become Grandmothers with DeeDee Moore
Becoming a grandmother is one of those life moments that sneaks up on you. In this episode, I sit down with DeeDee Moore, founder of More Than Grand, to…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
157. Midlife Is More Than Menopause with Jo Clark
October is World Menopause Month, and this year's theme, "Midlife Managed," couldn't be more relevant. In this episode, I explore why menopause is only one…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
156. What Women Need To Know Before and After Retirement with Bec Wilson
What if retirement isn't just about stopping work, but about reshaping your entire life? In this insightful conversation with bestselling author Bec Wilson, we…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
155. How To Rebuild Confidence In Midlife with Jo Clark
Have you ever felt like your confidence suddenly vanished without warning? You're not alone. In this solo episode, I dive into one of the most searched topics…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
154. Is Midlife Burning You Out? With Jo Clark
In this honest solo episode, I share my personal journey through burnout and reveal why so many midlife women find themselves overwhelmed, exhausted, and…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
153. Are You Really Invisible In Midlife? with Jo Clark
Remember when being the youngest was part of your identity? Jo shares her personal journey from being the baby of every classroom to becoming a school…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
152. 3 Ways To Stop Waiting For The 'Right Time' with Jo Clark
Are you caught in the trap of telling yourself, "when the kids finish school, then I'll focus on me" or "once work slows down, then I'll pursue my dreams"? In…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
151. Why Low Tox Matters in Midlife with Jaimee Vilela
When endometriosis forced Jaimee to examine every product in her home, she discovered the average person applies 12 personal care products daily, exposing…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
150. 3 Years, 150 Episodes, and a Whole Lot of Growth with Jo Clark
What started as one woman's idea with zero listeners has grown into something extraordinary. In this milestone episode, I'm reflecting on three years of…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
149. Still in Perimenopause at 57 with Jo Clark
What happens when perimenopause isn't the short sprint you expected, but a decade-plus ultra marathon? In this deeply personal solo episode, I share my…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
148. Midlife Housing Risk and Prevention with Alison Gray
When Alison stumbled into the world of housing advocacy through a simple volunteer opportunity, she uncovered a shocking reality: 405,000 Australian women aged…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
147. Money in Midlife is More Than Numbers with Natasha Janssens
Money isn't just about numbers; it's about the stories we tell ourselves, the emotions that drive our decisions, and the beliefs we've carried since childhood…
- Redefining Midlife with Jo Clark
146. The Best Decision I’ve Ever Made in Midlife with Jo Clark
Five years ago, I faced what I call my "great midlife unravelling," a collision of grief, perimenopause, and career crossroads that left me questioning…