EP 155: The Midlife Focus Trap: Why Shiny Objects Keep You Stuck
From Thriving in Midlife by Kellie Lupsha
May 19, 2026 · 26 min · Season 1 · Episode 155
About this episode
In this episode, Kellie Lupsha discusses shiny object syndrome and how it affects midlife women, encouraging listeners to focus on their own values and long-term goals.
Welcome to " Thriving in Midlife " The Women’s Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you who are ready to stop pushing through life and start living it with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha, a high-performance health coach, who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this episode, I get real about shiny object syndrome, that exhausting cycle so many of us midlife women fall into: chasing the next trend, program, or “must-do” thing, only to burn out, bail, and start over again. I share my own stacks of half-finished notebooks, the lessons I’ve learned the hard way, and the powerful shift that happens when you stop asking “What’s working for her?” and start asking “What’s calling me?” This is your invitation to ditch distraction, reclaim your focus, and finally build a life, your life that moves the needle forward. Key Highlights: ➡️ How “shiny object syndrome” can keep us from living our best life. ➡️ Why alignment with your values and purpose matters more than trends ➡️ The…
People in this episode
Host: Kellie Lupsha
Topics covered
- shiny object syndrome
- midlife women
- personal growth
- focus
- values alignment
- long-term goals
- joy and meaning
Keywords
- midlife
- wellness
- distraction
- focus
- personal development
- energy
- intentional living
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