The Mid-Life Whisperer Shares How to Find Joy and Purpose (And to Love Yourself Before it's Too Late). With Dr. Ellen Albertson
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Dr. Ellen Albertson discusses finding joy and purpose in midlife and introduces her 7-step framework for transformation.
Are you living someone else’s concept of who you are supposed to be? In this episode of Untangle, our guest is Dr. Ellen Albertson, "The Midlife Whisperer," to discuss why the dip in happiness around age 50 isn't a crisis—it’s a wake-up call. Dr. Ellen breaks down the physiological and psychological changes women face during perimenopause and menopause, and introduces her 7-step framework from her book, Rock Your Midlife . Discover how to silence your inner critic, prioritize self-compassion, and harness the "dragonfly" energy to transform your second half of life into your most authentic and vibrant chapter yet. In This Episode, We Cover: The U-Shaped Happiness Curve: Why life satisfaction often dips around age 50 before rising again as we age. The "Anti-Authenticity Trifecta": How people-pleasing, perfectionism, and a harsh inner critic lead to midlife exhaustion. Nervous System Regulation: Why moving out of your comfort zone triggers a "fight-or-flight" response, and how to use HeartMath and breathwork to find safety. Fear vs. Excitement: A psychological hack to reframe your fears as exhilaration so you can start taking joyful risks. Dr. Ellen’s 7-Step Framework: A guided…
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