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Mindful Life Changes: Weekly Affirmations For Midlife
A weekly affirmations podcast that takes a deep dive into the heart of life's transitions for those 40 and over. From embracing an empty nest and caring for elderly parents to navigating the body and mind changes of a certain age and reshaping careers. Every Sunday night, join host, Valerie Mekki, offering a blend of mindfulness practices, heartfelt affirmations, and real-life stories to guide you through the evolving landscape of midlife. Whether it involves professional pivots, personal growth, or embracing the changes within, this podcast is designed to create a comforting space where you can learn, grow, and thrive together.
Episodes
104 episodes
101. Signs You're on the Right Path: Recognizing the Guidance That Keeps You Going
Doubt creeping in after taking that brave step toward something new? In this reassuring episode, discover how to recognize the signs you're on the right path—even when progress feels slow and uncertainty looms.Host Valerie Mekk...
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Episode 101
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15:06
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100. Mental Exhaustion Relief: Affirmations to Stop Questioning 'Why' When Life Doesn't Make Sense
Caught in an endless loop of "why" questions that leave you mentally drained? In this special 100th episode, discover a soothing remedy for mental exhaustion when life doesn't make sense. Whether you're navigating an unexpected job loss, rel...
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Episode 100
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12:06
99. Affirmation For Bravery: How to Put Yourself Out There After 40 Courageously
Does putting yourself out there in midlife feel infinitely more terrifying than it did in your 20s? Whether you're considering a career change, returning to dating, launching a business, or starting a creative pursuit, the stakes feel higher no...
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Episode 99
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14:34
Special Announcement: We're on now on YouTube! Oh, hello midlife & Mindful Life Changes
Join me for an exciting announcement as I reveal my brand new YouTube channel "Oh Hello Midlife"! After months of preparation, I'm expanding beyond audio to bring you visual content that captures the real-life challenges and triumphs of midlife...
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2:55
98. Are You Holding Yourself Back with ‘When’? Affirmation for Taking Action Today (replay Episode 50)
REPLAY EPISODE: "When" - The Four-Letter Word That's Holding You BackAs I prepare to elevate the Mindful Life Changes podcast to an exciting new level that I'll be revealing very soon, this replay episode carries a message that couldn't be ...
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Episode 98
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11:38
97. Midlife Slump? You Deserve Better— ‘I Am’ Affirmations for Self Worth
Are you constantly putting everyone else's needs before your own, leaving nothing but exhaustion and emptiness at the end of each day? That midlife slump—where you barely recognize the vibrant woman you once were—doesn't have to be your new ...
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Episode 97
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12:28
96. Why Me? Why Now? Affirmation for Purpose When You Feel Lost in a Transitional Season
Feeling lost in the midst of an unexpected life transition? In this episode of the Mindful Life Changes podcast, host Valerie Mekki shares her personal journey of discovering purpose while caring for aging parents. Whether you're facing a ca...
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Episode 96
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13:15
95. Affirmation for Anxiety Relief: Releasing What You Can't Control
Feeling overwhelmed by world events and personal challenges? In this calming episode of the Mindful Life Changes podcast, host Valerie Mekki explores the transformative power of letting go of what you can't control. Discover how constant exp...
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Episode 95
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12:10
94. When You’ve Dropped The Ball: Affirmation for Self Compassion in Midlife
In the complex juggling act of midlife, we're often managing multiple responsibilities simultaneously—from career demands and parenting challenges to caring for aging parents and maintaining our own wellbeing. In this heartfelt episode of th...
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Episode 94
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11:11
93. Inner Strength Affirmation: From Yesterday's Pain to Today's Power
Are you facing a life-changing moment that feels overwhelming? Here's the truth: you already have what it takes to overcome this challenge—you just need to remember how to activate your inner strength. In this empowering episode of the Mindful ...
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Episode 93
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11:27
92. When Life Shifts: A Midlife Affirmation for Growth
Life has a way of surprising us with unexpected turns, especially in midlife. From caring for aging parents to navigating career shifts and watching children grow into adults, these changes can feel overwhelming. But what if every disruption wa...
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Episode 92
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9:36
91. Self-Love Affirmations: Falling in Love with Your Reflection (Again…)
When was the last time you looked in the mirror and truly loved what you saw? Why does it seem like our relationship to self has become more complicated and strained in our 40s and beyond? In this special Valentine's Day episode, we're reclaimi...
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Episode 91
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10:20
90. Affirmation for Faith—Feeling What Isn’t There (Yet…)
In a world that feels increasingly uncertain, many of us struggle with maintaining faith in our path forward—whether we're navigating career transitions, relationship changes, or personal transformations. That nagging urge to control outcomes o...
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Episode 90
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11:48
89. Be The Person You Want To Be- Affirmation For Embracing Your Future Self Now
Have you ever caught yourself saying "Someday I'll be..." or "When I finally become..."? We often place our truest, most authentic selves somewhere in the future—waiting for the perfect moment to emerge. If you want to achieve that unimaginable...
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Episode 89
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15:00
88. Manifestation for Beginners— Affirmation For Rediscovering Your Dreams After 45
When was the last time you allowed yourself to dream freely? For many of us in midlife, our deepest desires and aspirations have been carefully packed away, buried under mounting responsibilities and endless to-do lists. We've become so focu...
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Episode 88
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13:47
87. 9 Empowering Fitness Mantras for your Next Workout—Be Your Biggest Motivator and Supporter
Do you struggle to find motivation during your workouts, battling that inner voice that urges you to give up when things get tough? You're not alone. Many of us, especially in midlife, face self-doubt and depleted willpower when striving to ...
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Episode 87
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8:50
86. Feel Lighter This Year—Affirmation For Letting Go of Old Habits, Thoughts and Identities
Are you feeling overwhelmed by the weight of creating New Year goals and resolutions? Like many of us, you might find yourself caught in the cycle of ambitious goal-setting planning, but with midlife, you never know what unexpected curve bal...
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Episode 86
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12:14
85. What Season of Life are You in? Affirmation For Life’s Timing
Are you feeling out of sync with your life, like you're pushing against the current instead of flowing with it? As midlifers, we often resist our natural seasons of change, trying to force ourselves to be somewhere we're not quite ready to b...
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Episode 85
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11:36
84. The Holidays Got You Emotionally Wound Up? Try this Affirmation For Relieving Stress (Replay Ep.45)
The holiday season can bring joy, but it can also amplify stress, anxiety, and emotional overwhelm. Whether it’s juggling endless to-do lists, managing family dynamics, or navigating bittersweet memories, it’s easy to feel weighed down during t...
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Episode 84
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14:09
83. The Abundance Affirmation That Changes Everything—The One-Word Gift You Deserve This Year
In a world that constantly asks you to give, what if the most powerful gift this year is the one you give yourself? Join me for a transformative journey of personal abundance, where we'll uncover the magic of a single, powerful word that can...
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Episode 83
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12:22
82. Self Care Mantra— "This Moment Is Just For Me” Show Up For Yourself Right Now
It’s so nice when you choose yourself. In this episode, we introduce a self-care mantra 'No where to be. No one to take care of, this moment is just for me.' Designed to help you reclaim your peace, even on the busiest days. Whether you’re j...
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Episode 82
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8:11
81. You Are Crushing It—Positive “I Am” Affirmations That Recognize Your Unstoppable Growth
In this empowering episode, we're focusing on the importance of celebrating your own achievements and embracing the power of positive "I Am" statements. If you're someone who rarely takes a moment to recognize your daily wins—whether it's ba...
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Episode 81
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11:01
80. Gratitude Practices for Midlife: Transforming Challenges into Blessings (Replay Ep.68)
In this replay episode, we explore the transformative impact of gratitude on navigating midlife’s unique challenges. Whether you’re feeling stuck, stressed about family, or navigating personal transitions, gratitude can be a powerful tool to...
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Episode 80
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11:22
79. We Don’t Have Control Over The Chaos That Surrounds Us: Grounding Exercises for Anxiety & Stress (Replay #19)
It’s been a week! Now that the dust has settled from the election, it’s time to take care of ourselves, so we can continue to focus what truly matters. We don't have control over life's chaos, but we do have the ability to stand firmly in th...
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Episode 79
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15:42
78. The Only Way To Get Through It, Is To Go Through It—Affirmation for Enduring Hard Times
When life’s challenges feel relentless, it’s easy to wish for an escape, a way to fast-forward to the end of the struggle. But sometimes, the only way to truly overcome is to go through it—head-on. In this episode, we’re diving into the resi...
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Episode 78
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10:30