Turn Life's Messes into Meaningful Midlife Messages

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Exploring Paradise Unseen: A Blind Woman's Trip to Hawaii, Breaking Barriers, Creating Memories, and Prioritizing Self Care
May 12, 2023

Exploring Paradise Unseen: A Blind Woman's Trip to Hawaii, Breaking B…

In "Exploring Paradise Unseen," our guest, and fan favorite, Ashley McCombs Mizel returns to Message in the Middle Podcast to talk about her incredible journey of breaking barriers, creating cherished memories, and prioritizing self-care amidst the breathtaking landscapes of Hawaii. Join us as we d…

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Embracing The Mess- Year One Of Message In The Middle Podcast, A Year In Review
April 21, 2023

Embracing The Mess- Year One Of Message In The Middle Podcast, A Year…

Join me as I take a look back at the journey and highlight some of my favorite episodes of the first year of the podcast. Connect with Marianne: Website : Message In The Middle with Marianne Message In the Middle Facebook Gro...

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Do You Want To Create A Life You Love, Instead Of One You Tolerate?  - A Discussion With Whole Life Coach Lauren Lemieux
April 7, 2023

Do You Want To Create A Life You Love, Instead Of One You Tolerate? …

Are you living your best life, one you thrive in, that lights you up, or are you lving the life that was expected of you, one you tolerate? Join me as I talk with Whole Life Coach Lauren Leduc Lemieux who works with people wh...

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Living Authentically After Removing the Masks of ADHD, Imposterism, and Alcohol Addiction - A Conversation with Mindfulness Teacher, Lawyer, and Podcaster Melissa Chureau
March 31, 2023

Living Authentically After Removing the Masks of ADHD, Imposterism, a…

Melissa Chureau is a purpose and mindset coach, mindfulness teacher, lawyer, and podcaster. She uses deep inquiry, mindfulness, and principles of somatics to move beyond imposterism and perfectionism to help her clients creat...

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Aging Well & Dementia Prevention, A Conversation With Expert/Author Susan Saunders
March 24, 2023

Aging Well & Dementia Prevention, A Conversation With Expert/Author S…

Susan Saunders is a health coach and author. She coaches post-menopausal women around the world to build better brain health, reduce their dementia risk and age well. She's co-founder of T he Age-Well Project platform and co-...

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A Look Inside Aging & Dementia with Leslie Fuller
March 17, 2023

A Look Inside Aging & Dementia with Leslie Fuller

In this extremely insightful conversation, Marianne sits down with Leslie Fuller, a woman who is not only passionate about helping take care of the aging, but who is passionate about educating on this topic as well. In this...

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Supporting Someone You Love With Dementia, An Honest Conversation With Carolyn Birrell
March 10, 2023

Supporting Someone You Love With Dementia, An Honest Conversation Wit…

Join me in this captivating discussion with Carolyn Birrell as she talks about her journey "Walking with Fay" in the midst of her mother's Dementia. In this episode we will touch on: How a loved one's Dementia diagnosis can sneak up on youSigns of DementiaWhat a day in the life can look like while …

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Ashley McCombs Mizell Lost Her Vision But Gained So Much More - Part 2
March 3, 2023

Ashley McCombs Mizell Lost Her Vision But Gained So Much More - Part 2

Join me in the second half of my conversation with Ashley McCombs Mizell, the young woman that lost her site to an Auto Immune Disease called Sarcoidosis four years ago. In this episode we continue exploring the inspirational...

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Ashley McCombs Mizell's Emotional Story Of Losing Her Vision But Finding Her Way - Part 1
Feb. 24, 2023

Ashley McCombs Mizell's Emotional Story Of Losing Her Vision But Find…

Imagine being in your late twenties and already having the life you always dreamed of. Married to your high school sweetheart, healthy young family, and working in a field where you can bring your creativity and passion toge...

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We Do Not Need To Become A Product Of Our Environment - A Discussion With Serial Entrepreneur Jen Potter
Feb. 17, 2023

We Do Not Need To Become A Product Of Our Environment - A Discussion …

Jen Potter is a Venture Builder, Serial Entrepreneur, Speaker, and Business Leader. Founder of EPIC47 and EPIC Mamas. Her dream is to help 47 people grow their businesses and realize their ultimate potential. Her life purpose...

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A Mother, A Son, And Their Journey Through Drug Addiction With Author Michelle Weidenbenner
Feb. 10, 2023

A Mother, A Son, And Their Journey Through Drug Addiction With Author…

If you have ever had to deal with an addiction in your family or friend circle, this episode is one you do not want to miss. In this episode I am speaking to Michelle Weidenbenner , the founder of Moms Letting Go and the All...

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Are You Always Fighting With Time? Learn How to Make Time Work For You With Time Strategist Jaimee Campanella
Feb. 3, 2023

Are You Always Fighting With Time? Learn How to Make Time Work For Yo…

Jaimee Campanella is a time strategist and productivity consultant who mentors and guides parents, professionals, and entrepreneurs to take control of their time. She is the creator and principal facilitator of the Time Power...

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Are You A Highly Sensitive Person?
Jan. 27, 2023

Are You A Highly Sensitive Person?

Do you consider yourself a Highly Sensitive Person? Do you want to learn more about Highly Sensitive People? Join me in a discussion with Cathy Spaas. Cathy is a former elite international horseshow jumper who spent a subst...

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Getting Hit By A Bus Changes The Way You See Life - with Charlene Gethons
Jan. 20, 2023

Getting Hit By A Bus Changes The Way You See Life - with Charlene Get…

How many times have you said you felt like you got hit by a bus? Well, my guest today actually got hit by one, not the proverbial bus, an actual bus! Today I speak with Charlene Gethons a psychotherapist, mindfulness coach &...

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Creating a Loving and Passionate Marriage that Meets Your Needs and Brings the Best Out in Your Man with Shiloh Minor
Jan. 13, 2023

Creating a Loving and Passionate Marriage that Meets Your Needs and B…

Have you ever been in a rut in your marriage? Have you ever wanted more out of your relationship? Have you ever been frustrated because you feel more like his maid or mother than his wife? If you answered yes to any of thes...

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Are You Tired of Chronic Fatigue, Hot Flashes, Weight Gain, or Heavy Periods? You Could be Dealing with a Hormonal/Gut Imbalance.
Jan. 6, 2023

Are You Tired of Chronic Fatigue, Hot Flashes, Weight Gain, or Heavy …

Are you tired of Chronic Fatigue, Hot Flashes, Weight Gain, or Heavy Periods? Do you want to learn more about: Root causes of Hormonal Imbalance Types of diseases and symptoms that can be caused by Hormonal Imbalance Testing...

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A look at 2022 & Steve Levine's A Year To Live, How to Live This Year As If It Were Your Last
Dec. 30, 2022

A look at 2022 & Steve Levine's A Year To Live, How to Live This Year…

A solo episode where I take a combined look back at 2022 and provide a partial review of our previous book club book, A Year to Live, How to Live This Year as if it were your last, by Steven Levine. Concepts touched on are: B...

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When Was the Last Time You Cleaned Out Your Junk Drawer?
Dec. 23, 2022

When Was the Last Time You Cleaned Out Your Junk Drawer?

In this solo episode Marianne draws some thought-provoking analogies between her junk drawer and life. Learn more about the parallels between the two and about Mariannes journey to this work. Connect with Marianne: Website ...

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Organize and Declutter Your Space and Your Life
Dec. 16, 2022

Organize and Declutter Your Space and Your Life

In this episode learn how organizing and decluttering your space can help you alleviate stress and lead to personal transformation as I talk to Christa Jones, a Professional Organizer & Declutter Coach from Alberta, Canada. C...

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Are You Making Decisions for & Taking Care of Today You or Tomorrow You?
Dec. 9, 2022

Are You Making Decisions for & Taking Care of Today You or Tomorrow Y…

Understanding and managing the extra stress, anxiety, family dynamics, over- eating and overwhelm that sometimes weighs us down during the holiday season can be difficult. In this episode certified coach Lisa Schwaller and I...

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Is Stuck Stress Causing Holiday Overwhelm?
Dec. 2, 2022

Is Stuck Stress Causing Holiday Overwhelm?

Is the holiday season causing you to feel overwhelmed, stressed out, or anxious? Join me in a conversation with Andrea Liebross as we uncover some of the reasons behind those feelings, and ways we can overcome them. In this ...

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Stop Feeling Stressed Out, "Stuck" In Your Life, and Struggling with Boundaries During the Holidays
Nov. 25, 2022

Stop Feeling Stressed Out, "Stuck" In Your Life, and Struggling with …

Do the holidays stress you out? Does the thought of telling your family you want to change up a holiday tradition or the thought of sharing your dreams and goals make you anxious? Tune into this episode as we talk about: Mo...

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Give Yourself Permission to Do What's Right for You During the Holidays - A Discussion with Victoria Longo
Nov. 19, 2022

Give Yourself Permission to Do What's Right for You During the Holida…

In this episode I continue the discussion around managing and preparing for the holidays. My guest and I discuss: Setting healthy boundaries during the holidays Learning to listen to your intuition Giving yourself permission...

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Managing Holiday Eating, Stress, and Expectations with Erica Hanlon
Nov. 11, 2022

Managing Holiday Eating, Stress, and Expectations with Erica Hanlon

Holidays can be stressful for many of us. The never ending "To Do" lists, the expectations around hosting events, family dynamics, added financial burden, never- ending high calorie treats...it can all lead to stress, anxiety, and procrastination. Listen to this episode as I speak with Erica Hanlon…

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