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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
90 episodes
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
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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
77. When Rejection Hits, This Affirmation Will Help You See the Opportunity
Rejection can feel like a punch to the gut. It shakes our confidence, questions our worth, and makes us wonder if we’ll ever get that “yes” we’ve been hoping for. Whether it’s being turned down for a job, facing a relationship setback, or re...
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Episode 77
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10:05
76. Stay Motivated with This Affirmation to Keep Going No Matter What
Feeling like progress is taking too long or like you’re constantly hitting roadblocks? In those moments, it’s easy to feel discouraged and want to give up. Whether you’re working toward a personal goal, a passion project, or a career change,...
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Episode 76
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9:59
75. ‘I Can Do Hard Things’—Affirmation for Inner Strength During Challenging Times
Feeling overwhelmed by life's challenges or moments of self-doubt? Whether you're facing a tough project, pursuing a personal goal, or navigating a career change, it’s easy to feel like giving up. In those moments, we forget how strong and c...
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Episode 75
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9:38
74. (Replay) 55. The Power of "I Am": Affirmations for Resilience and Empowerment in Midlife
In this replay episode of Mindful Life Changes, we explore the power of “I Am” statements. Are you feeling overwhelmed by the challenges and changes of midlife? Do doubts and negative self-talk hold you back from fully embracing this transfo...
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Episode 74
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13:17
73. Stuck or Moving Forward? Time To Check-in with Yourself —Affirmation for Reflection
Do you feel like time is flying by, but not much has changed for you personally? In the busyness of midlife—balancing work, family, and obligations—it’s easy to feel stuck or overwhelmed by unmet goals and personal growth that’s been put on ...
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Episode 73
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11:27
72. Don’t Overthink It, Just Do It—Affirmation for Motivation
Do you find yourself overthinking to the point where it stops you from taking action? Whether it's starting that morning run, opening up that business plan, or even picking up a book to read, overthinking can leave you stalled and frustrated...
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Episode 72
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11:49
71. A Month of ‘Yes!’: Affirmation for Abundance and Personal Growth
Are you constantly putting others' needs ahead of your own, feeling guilty about dedicating time to yourself? In this episode, we explore the idea of embracing a "month of yes" to help midlifers break free from guilt and hesitation. You'll l...
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13:23
70. Finding Clarity Through Chaos: Affirmations for Inner Peace and Balance
Has midlife's circumstances, obligations, and responsibilities left you facing unresolved issues or problems? When there’s no solution in sight, it’s easy to fall deeper into despair, sadness, and anguish. In this episode, we explore three p...
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Episode 70
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10:45
69. Affirmations for Being Present- Letting Go of the Impatience and Distractions
Ever feel like life is making you less present and more distracted? You find yourself less engaged with the people around you, more focused on getting through your to-do list and the motions of the day. In today’s episode, host Valerie Mekki...
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Episode 69
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11:04
68. Gratitude Affirmations for Midlife: Transforming Challenges into Blessings
Midlife comes with its unique set of challenges—whether you’re feeling stuck, stressed about an aging parent or child, or even navigating the end of a relationship. In this episode, we delve into the transformative power of gratitude a...
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Episode 68
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10:21
67. Reinvention After 40: Powerful ‘I Am’ Affirmations Declaring Your Courage for Change
Are you ready to reinvent yourself after 40? In this episode of Mindful Life Changes, host Valerie Mekki, delves into the power of “I Am” affirmations for reinvention for ones over 40. Explore how midlife can be the perfect time for a fre...
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Episode 67
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10:08
66. Reactivating Your Imagination: Affirmation for Visualization To Help You Achieve Your Dream Goals
When was the last time you daydreamed? We explore the incredible power of imagination and how it can shape our reality. Host Valerie Mekki shares personal insights and scientific findings on how visualization and daydreaming can turn dreams ...
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Episode 66
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11:27
65. Stop Protecting Your Ego & Making Excuses: Affirmation for Positive Thinking In Midlife
Are excuses taking over your life and mindset? We dive into the concept of the ego and how it often uses excuses to protect us from stepping out of our comfort zones. Host Valerie Mekki explores why trying something new at midlife can be dau...
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Episode 65
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8:58
64. It’s Never Too Late To Start: Affirmation for Timing in Midlife
It’s never too late to start something new, even in midlife. In this episode, we unpack the misconception about time. Host Valerie Mekki explores how to Reframe the perceptions about timing and age, replacing common excuse...
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Episode 64
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11:25