Episode #11: Midlife, ”Seasons”, & Self-Care: Redefining Rest & Rewriting the Rules with Melanie Tarr

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In this episode, I’m joined by my best friend and co-founder of Woogle (woahhh-flashback! IYKYK), Melanie Tarr!

Melanie is a compassionate advocate for people seeking to live brighter, overcome the effects of trauma, and embrace their own intuitive gifts. With a background in energy healing, psychology, and recovery support, Melanie brings incredible wisdom and warmth to our #MindfulMonday call we had LIVE in our Facebook Community last week!

Together, we dive deep into:

• the shifting seasons of life and what it means to navigate midlife,
• societal programming many of us grew up with and,
• the work it takes to undo those old narratives—especially the one that says you have to earn rest. (Spoiler: You don’t, boo!)

We share personal stories about how self-care evolves in your 40s, why fun and joy are so critical for your well-being, and how tricking your brain by prioritizing something playful can help you reclaim balance. Melanie and I also reflect on the beauty of midlife as a season of growth, change, and unapologetic self-prioritization. This conversation is packed with relatable moments, insightful reflections, and plenty of laughs (aka- the first minute or so of this recording!).

Connect with Melanie:

• Website: www.MelanieTarr.com
• Resources: TriCircle | SMART Recovery’s 4-Point Program

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