Mid-Life Mayhem; A guide to functioning in your 40's & beyond

In this conversation, I sit down with Beth Graves, a powerhouse business builder and community creator who does not just teach women how to make money. She teaches them how to lead without losing themselves. We talk about how we met, what Beth’s career journey actually looked like behind the scenes, and why the network marketing model can be a legitimate vehicle for women’s empowerment when it is done with integrity, boundaries, and emotional maturity. We also get real about nervous system re...

What if your “weight problem” was never actually about weight? In today’s 1:1 episode, Derek gets radically honest about the connection between diet culture, shame, trauma, and survival coping—and how food became both comfort and armor long before he had words for what happened to him. We talk about the part nobody wants to say out loud: how under-eating/starvation can feel like “discipline”… while quietly wrecking your brain, energy, and bodyhow body dysmorphia isn’t about the mirror—it’s a...

A suitcase collision in Orlando, a hawk eating a dove on the wing of a plane in New York, and a body that finally refused to push through—this is the moment a career story turns into a nervous system story. We pick up after 2015’s “Owen’s legislation” milestone and follow a series of visceral wake‑ups that reframe anxiety as physiology, codependency as conditioning, and healing as a set of daily, trainable skills. The path runs through panic, a father’s steady presence, and a decisive vow to ...

What if the most important career decision you ever make is refusing to play by rules that don’t help people? I share the unvarnished path from a shaky start in college to a high-achieving grad career, then straight into the harsh reality of public mental health—where stabilization trumped healing and paperwork stood in for progress. Leaving that system a few hundred hours short of licensure felt reckless, but it opened the door to a different kind of impact: entrepreneurship with a mission. ...

Have you ever felt your body tense up the moment your partner walks into a room? That unconscious physical reaction might be telling you something crucial about your relationship's health. I'm diving deep into the challenging question so many couples face but rarely discuss openly: "Has too much happened for me to stay in this relationship?" The truth is uncomfortable but important - yes, relationships can reach a point of no return. For many couples, certain patterns become so deeply ingrai...

Have you ever considered the holiday season as the ultimate test of your year's personal growth? As we gear up for the festive chaos, we're exploring how December becomes a "final exam" to evaluate the boundaries we've set, our communication skills, and the compromises we've mastered. This episode also delves into the vibrant tapestry of holidays like Hanukkah, offering a perspective on how to manage the spectrum of holiday emotions with awareness and care. Personal stories weave through our...

Unlock the secrets to thriving in midlife with a fresh perspective on self-care that cuts through the clichés. Have you ever considered how the seasonal shift into Leo season and the back-to-school rush can subtly nudge us back into routines, reshaping our lives regardless of our parental status? This episode promises to redefine your understanding of self-care during the transformative midlife stage, offering insights that support your nervous system and overall well-being amidst life's ever...

What if the roles you play in your relationships are not a conscious choice, but rather a subconscious programming dictating your actions? Join me, Katie Kovaleski, as we unravel the complex threads of codependency and relationship dynamics, promising you a journey toward understanding and shifting automatic behaviors for healthier interactions. With insights drawn from my years as a marriage and family therapist, I spotlight how early subconscious programming can put us on autopilot, affecti...

On this episode we fill you in on our latest travel escapades through the Wild West and talk about when it’s important to speak up in friendships and relationships, enjoy! You can reach us here: Katie Kovaleski: Website: KatieKovaleski.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/ Work with me: Book your 20 minute connection call here: Let's Connect Wavier & Release of Liability and Disclaimer: The information provided by the therapist(s) is not intended, nor is implie...

Week 1 road trip adventure update: Getting more clear on our intentionsHow geography plays a role in depression What’s coming up next If you have any additional questions, I would love to answer them! Set up a free 15-minute get acquainted call here OR give me a follow on instagram at: Coach_KatieK You can reach us here: Katie Kovaleski: Website: KatieKovaleski.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/ Work with me: Book your 20 minute connection call here: ...

Enjoy this short little episode on why travel or change of environment is SO important to help the brain, body and nervous system heal and regulate itself. You can reach us here: Katie Kovaleski: Website: KatieKovaleski.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coach_katiek/ Work with me: Book your 20 minute connection call here: Let's Connect Wavier & Release of Liability and Disclaimer: The information provided by the therapist(s) is not intended, nor is implied to be a ...

This episode was a lot of fun to record because Adam is a lot of fun to talk to! Connecting with someone else as a human is great AND connecting with them over their love of health/wellness/helping others makes it even better. Adam is the owner of Shift 110, a health & fitness company that takes physical wellness to the next level by providing in-depth, one-one-one attention to clients in a group setting. This unique personalized attention approach provides accountability, sustainable re...