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Sheridan Ruth: Performance Coach and Nervous System Specialist

Sheridan Ruth: Performance Coach
& Nervous System Specialist

Welcome back to Loving Later life, episode 98! I want to start by saying thank you to those of you who receive my emails every other week and responded to my question wondering if you are receiving them consistently. Annd, I am truly touched by your comments affirming that the podcast and the emails are resonating and that they are providing value to you.

We know that it’s best not to rely on external validation, and it sure is yummy icing on the cake to hear! So, thank you.

OK! Our special guest today joins us from the other side of the world. Her name is Sheridan Ruth and she is a Performance Coach and Nervous System Specialist.

From being stripped of every strand of hair on her body to losing her ex to suicide 3 weeks after breaking up, Sheridan was forced to use trauma-healing to sustainably build her business.

While there are a lot of ‘trauma-informed’ and ‘body-based practitioner’ coaches in the industry, none of them do it by merging body-based tools, the nervous system AND business strategy.

Sheridan helps entrepreneurs combine the nervous system with business strategy to increase profit and decrease anxiety – even when traditional methods haven’t worked.

And I can say that you don’t have to be an entrepreneur to benefit greatly from her wisdom and experience in how to regulate your nervous system so that we can find relief from anxiety and fear, and live a fulfilling life.

So, without further adeu, please join me and Sheridan by pressing play above!

OH, and you can get Sheridan’s book Somatic Intelligence for Success – prevent burnout and leave an impact on Amazon or just CLICK HERE!

If you want to see and/or reach out to Sheridan, you can also find her in Instagram @_sheridanruth_

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Spoken -Word Poetry of Birthday Thoughts, & Wishes Gone…

Spoken -Word Poetry of Birthday Thoughts, & Wishes Gone Wild
as I Officially Become a “Senior”

(Never have I ever created anything like this before)


It is a big birthday for me this month and I wrote this as a gift to myself, to my kids and to my grandkids. It encompasses all that is me, was me, and I do believe not just me.

You may want to listen to it more than once and then share it with someone, and I think you’ll see why after you hear it.

All I can say is that I have never written anything like this before. There is really no way to describe it, so just press play and hear for yourself!

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Elizabeth Laura Nelson: Her Heartwarming Heartbreaking Love Story for…

Elizabeth Laura Nelson: Her Heartwarming Heartbreaking Love Story for New York Times Modern Love and Her Journey of Self-Discovery

I have to tell you that this has to be one of the most vulnerable interviews I have had with a guest. Do not miss one minute of this episode.

Elizabeth Laura Nelson is a Brooklyn-based writer and editor. I discovered Elizabeth after reading her Modern Love Story in the New York Times (the link is below), which was their most popular article on social media the weekend it was published! Back to that in a minute.

Elizabeth co-founded Jenny, a digital magazine focused on Gen X and elder Millennial women and served as the managing editor of Woman’s World and the deputy health editor for Best Life.

Known for her candid essays and approachable style, Elizabeth has contributed to websites including xoJane, SheSaid, Elite Daily, YourTango, and more. Her work often explores relationships, wellness, pop culture, and modern family life, connecting deeply with readers through her personal stories and insights on subjects like single motherhood, dating, and midlife.

After I read Elizabeth’s Modern Love story in the New York Times, I immediately played detective to find her so I could ask her to be my guest on Loving Later Life. I keep telling you all, it never hurts to ask!

Beginning with a blooper that I decided to leave in, this episode blossoms like a flower being watered in real time. And by the time we get to the end you will have witnessed the full bloom of an incredibly moving story of self-discovery and love.

I am so grateful to Elizabeth for sharing her genuine heart with us. I know for certain that anyone who listens to the entire episode will walk away with something they will not ever forget.

There are so many golden nuggets unearthed along the path of our conversation. You must hear every single minute.

Please join us…

And after you listen, be sure to click the link below read Elizabeth’s New York Times Modern Love article:

Friends for 16 Years. Lovers for One Night

To see more from Elizabeth, her website is:

elizabethlauranelson.com

To find her on Instagram:

@elizabethlauranelson

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Christina L. Woods:How Overcoming Personal Adversity Led Her to…

Christina L. Woods:
How Overcoming Personal Adversity Led Her to Becoming a Coach, Hypnotherapist & How She Helps Others!

Christina Woods is an internationally recognized Clinical Hypnotherapist, Rapid Transformational Therapist®, Empowerment Coach, and Reiki Master who leads women to realize their worth, shed old programs, and align with their authentic selves. Combining her three decades in corporate leadership, Christina has turned her personal triumph over adversity into a beacon of hope for hundreds of women worldwide.

As the CEO and Founder of Wise Woods Hypnotherapy, Inc., Christina leads with the heart and has channeled her formidable experience in overcoming complex challenges into fostering the potential within others.

Her combined expertise in hypnotherapy, coaching, and energy healing inspired her to create her signature approach, the Wise Woods Method, which guides clients all over the world on a truly profound journey of self-discovery and change.

Christina helps women shatter self-sabotaging patterns and overcome burnout. She empowers them to find the strength and wisdom within, establish healthy boundaries, and create lives filled with purpose and fulfillment.

Alongside her deep mindset and healing work, Christina works with the
non-profit organization, Lotus Rising International, whose mission is to provide holistic wellness recovery programs for survivors of human trafficking.

Connect with Christina L. Woods:
• Free Gift: Download Christina’s Limitless Hypno-Meditation to release blocks and boost your energy and confidence. It’s an easy way to start transforming your mindset today.
Get Your Free Meditation
• Free Clarity Call: Let’s chat! This is a relaxed, judgment-free conversation to uncover what’s holding you back and explore simple steps to feel confident and aligned.
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• Instagram: @christina.lwoods
• LinkedIn: Christina L. Woods
• Email: christina@christinalwoods.com

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Dealing with the Personal Aftermath of the Orange Tsunami…

Dealing with the Personal Aftermath of the Orange
Tsunami in the Season of Gratitude…
and How to Move Forward

As we head into Thanksgiving, many of us are perhaps feeling more frightened than thankful. I have been trying to process all of my emotions since Nov. 5th as I know many of you have.

While political discussions in the past have not been my jam, what we are experiencing is the worst reality show for which we are all cast members, like it or not. It has gotten very personal, so I’m talking about it.

And since that which is personal, is often universal…at least for half of this Universe we are living in, I hope you will walk this path with me. Please, join me.

I’ll see you there…

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Sky Bergman in her 3rd Act: Becoming a Filmmaker…

Sky Bergman in her 3rd Act: Becoming a Filmmaker of Lives Well Lived, and Author of Lives Well Lived—Generations
After a 30 Year Teaching Career

We are so fortunate to have Sky Bergman as our special guest on Loving Later Life. She is Professor Emeritus of Photography and Video at Cal Poly, San Luis Obispo. Her artwork is in prestigious museum collections, and her commercial work has appeared in renowned magazines like the Smithsonian.

Now in her third act after a 30-year teaching career, Sky felt pulled by her dreams and passions in the direction of being behind the lens of a different kind, motivated and inspired by the love of her Grandma who was turning 100.

She wanted to find other people like her grandmother who could be her role models for aging. Sky spent 4 years interviewing 40 ppl with a collective life experience of 3000 years and created the film Lives Well Lived currently on PBS, Amazon, and iTunes to name a few. Her goal was to discover their secret, and she found that they had 3 things in common, which she shares with us, and more!

You will feel incredibly positive about aging after watching her film. It has been so popular that she then wrote the book Lives Well Lived — GENERATIONS. The first half is about her experiences making the film and the lessons she learned. The second half is about the amazing people around the globe who are doing work connecting generations.

Sky’s passion is creating films and projects that inspire intergenerational connections, emphasizing the power of shared stories. And after listening to our conversation, you will feel the power of her story and very different about aging.

TO GET THE BOOK “LIVES WELL LIVED–GENERATIONS:”

Lives Well Lived–Generations

TO WATCH THE FILM, “LIVES WELL LIVED:”

Amazon

iTunes

Kanopy

PBS Passport

OR:
Buy the DVD on Amazon

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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MY WEEKEND THAT LED ME TO THE SOBERING FACTS…

MY WEEKEND THAT LED ME TO THE SOBERING FACTS ABOUT FEELING ALONE AND DISCONNECTED…

AND A SOLUTION FOR US ALL!

Welcome back to what could be called Season 3 of Loving Later Life!

I already have some awe-inspiring women guests lined up who will amaze and enlighten you, so be sure to follow Loving Later Life so you don’t miss anything.

This first episode is very special to me because I share with you a real time decision I’ve made as a result of a challenging time.

My decision is also one based on sobering facts from indisputable resources. It is something that I need, and based on the data, it is something we need as a group.

I hope you’ll join me by listening to this episode, and on this journey moving forward.

Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Do We Feel Satisfaction From Getting What We Desire,…

Do We Feel Satisfaction From Getting What We Desire, Or in the Longing For it?
And Do We Lose the Longing As We Get Older?

This week’s episode was inspired by a conversation with a dear friend as we were planning something special to do together, and it led me to some questions…

Is it the longing for what we desire that gives us satisfaction, or in getting it?

Do we lose the art of longing as we get older? If so, do we miss it?

What do you do when your partner is no longer interested in longing to do things, and you are?

Should we hope that we don’t actually get what we desire so that we don’t lose that sense of longing?

I’m longing to share my thoughts with you on all of this and I hope you’ll join me and share with others if you think it would resonate.

Not be missed take-ways…

—There is a certain reward in the longing. We all need something to look forward to. Just the thought of something fun ahead can make you feel better.

—And when it finally does happen, it’s the icing on the cake that we finally get to eat and savor and devour! 

—We can’t just give up and give in! We need to keep trying new things, meeting new people, and taking risks. We need to continue to do things that challenge us, excite us, scare us, and take us outside of our comfort zones. 

—If someone is not capable of showing you love the way you need and want it, or willing to make an effort for you and the relationship…it’s not too late to put yourself first, even if it means making scary changes. You are not too old!!!!

—Dare to be greedy. Find as many things as you can to look forward to and make them happen.

—Someday, is not on the calendar.

—What are you waiting for?

And your mission that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

What is something you have said at least once, “Someday, I’m going to do that.” Or, “I wish I could _______, I’d really love to_______. Fill in those blanks and put whatever it is on the calendar!

Plan it. Revel in the longing for it to happen and enjoy every moment. Oh and please share with me so I can share what listeners are doing!!

And at the risk of sounding like a broken record: You’re not too old!



Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Moments of Connection That Are Impossible to Forget

Moments of Connection Are Crucial to Our Well-Being


Ideas for these episodes come from a variety of sources and at different times of the day and night. This one came flowing out of me from my personal experience, from a movie I love, and some hard facts. And I share all of it.

The moments in our lives when we meet, connect and share with someone create meaningful relationships that are not only etched in our hearts and minds, they also have a profound effect on our quality of life.

Based on research, the connection we feel for certain people and the relationships we have are crucial to our physical and psychological well-being.

After you listen, I believe you will be motivated to make time to create more meaningful relationships and spend more time (IRL) with those whom you feel safe, seen and supported.

I hope you’ll join me.


Not be missed take-ways:

  1. Before we develop relationships with others we feel a connection, and before we can have a healthy connection with someone else, the first and most important connection that will drive this train is the connection we have or don’t have with ourselves.

  2. Connections can be just as important to physical and mental health as exercise and healthy eating.

  3. Instant connections with people can make you feel happy, understood, and supported, and can lead to the development of lasting relationships. Social connections can also have psychological and physical health benefits.

  4. In the 86 year-long Harvard Study of Adult Development, people who lived longest, stay the healthiest, and are the happiest, were people who have more relationships with other people and warmer relationships with other people.

  5. Loneliness has been linked to an increase in heart attacks, stroke, (similar to that of light smoking or obesity), weaker immune systems and high blood pressure.

  6. More time spent on social media was associated with higher levels of loneliness, in particular for people who used social media as a means for maintaining relationships.

  7. Life is short, and when you do find those special people, as good ‘ol Ben Franklin said, don’t put off until tomorrow what you can do today. None of us is guaranteed tomorrow.

And your mission, that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

Enjoy the people with whom you feel safe, seen and supported. Don’t just connect virtually. There is no substitute for seeing them in real life.


Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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Allie Hill: Author, Speaker, Coach Navigating Empty Nesting (and…

Allie Hill: Author, Speaker, Coach
Navigating Empty Nesting
(and Basically Any Life Changes!)

Today my guest is Allie Hill. Allie has been featured on national television, she’s a Certified Life Coach and speaker, and used her 15+ years’ experience as a journalist to author the book, The Girlfriend’s Guide to Empty Nesting.

At first when Allie first reached out to me, I thought that maybe the subject of navigating the changes in life when becoming an empty nester may not be applicable to you all. And I’m here to tell you that I was wrong!

I recently had a month filled with lots of people from my life coming to celebrate my mom and her artistic partner’s accomplishment of having their musical produced. There was so much love, support, and so many delicious hugs and conversations. And then it ended, and my ‘nest’ felt empty.

We all deal with so many changes in life. The emotions we feel and the skills needed to go through such changes are all very similar.

So without further adieu, let’s get into it!

Not be missed take-ways:

  1. When things happen to us that appear to be difficult and challenging it can be the inception of something so beautiful for ourselves and to help other people.

  2. Sometimes the things we want to happen right away are not meant to happen right away.

  3. Find the pause, the magic in the rest between the notes.

  4. Feel your feelings. Allow them to come up without resisting them. You’re not going to get stuck there. Everything is temporary, even the best of times.

  5. If you can have a little humor, curiosity and grace for yourself that will help navigate the tough times.

  6. Be open. You never know what’s going to come next. Pay attention to what sparks your interest. The world is your oyster. Be willing to try new things.

  7. Pay attention to what is calling you and how people and something makes you feel and follow it without any expectations.

  8. Having boundaries is super important. Have a conversation with your partner, your kids, or really anyone about what you need. They’re not mindreaders.

  9. We don’t see that what we’ve done before and do every day is a talent/skill because it’s what comes naturally to us. That’s where the gold is.

  10. Extend the same grace to yourself that you would to others.

  11. We learn when we ‘fail.’ Bring on the failures!

  12. This too shall pass.

  13. Focus on what’s working vs what’s not working. And focus on what you are grateful for at night.

  14. Look for the fun, for the joy. Even in the hard times you can find the flower that’s pushed up through the cracks in the sidewalk.

You can reach Allie at her website: alliehillcoaching.com

Or on Instagram and Facebook: AllieHillCoaching

And your mission, that I hope you’ll choose to accept…

If you’re going through a life change, whether it’s being an empty nester or something else, feel the feels, journal those feelings and what you’re grateful for, and then pause. Pause to allow creativity to play and show you the way to your next step. Trust this process. If you think a coach could help, Allie and I are both accepting new clients.


Thank you so much for listening! And until the next time, live passionately, vulnerably, and keep loving later life!

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