Reframing Midlife
Welcome to "Reframing Midlife," a podcast where I’m flipping the script on midlife. I'm Dr. Diane Strachowski, your host licensed psychologist and guide through this wild, wonderful, and sometimes wacky phase of life! Let’s face it—midlife can feel like a never-ending roller coaster. One minute, you’re conquering the world; the next, your hair’s migrating to your chin while your waistline’s taking over the world map! Sleep? What's that? Sex drive? Might need a GPS to find it. And don't get me started on mood swings! Midlife doesn’t have to be a horror show. It’s a chance to reinvent yourself, laugh at the chaos, and thrive like never before. Each week, we’ll dive into the nitty-gritty of midlife changes—weight, energy, sleep, skin, hair, sex drive, and those delightful relationship shifts. I’m bringing in the big guns—health, fitness, cognitive therapy, neuroscience, and nutrition experts. No topic is off limits, like how to spice up your marriage, revamp your wardrobe, and discover h...
Episodes
I call my podcast Reframing Midlife, because as a Cognitive Behavioral Therapist I know the power of your mindset. In midlife many things happen to you, some times your thinking is helpful, other times your thinking is not helpful.
Listen as my guest Dr. Rachel Goldman and I, both CBT therapists discuss the process of changing your thoughts. I call it 'reframing' Dr. Rachel calls it 'tweaking' but we both agree that there are tech...
Midlife can be challenging, especially in your relationship. Listen to advice from my husband on how to best support your wife during the change.
Gray Divorce: what is it, and why are statistics rising?
As a psychologist, I’ve seen firsthand the emotional impact that divorce can have on people, especially later in life. In this video, I sit down with three friends who each had very different experiences with their divorces after decades of marriage.
One shares how their divorce was a positive and freeing experience, another talks about the deep regret they feel and the chall...
Ever wondered why your husband can’t put his socks away? Or why your teenage son gives you one-word answers? Turns out, attachment styles might be the key to unlocking the mysteries of ALL your relationships (yes, even with your dog!). In this episode, I’m diving into the magical world of attachment theory—a not-so-clinical diagnosis that explains everything from your romantic partner's quirks to your BFF's ghosting habits.
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In this debut episode of the Reframing Midlife Podcast, Dr. Diane Strachowski, a licensed psychologist, dives deep into the concept of midlife. What exactly is midlife? When does it begin, and when does it end? More importantly, what is the true purpose of this often-misunderstood phase of life?
Dr. Diane opens up about her personal experiences, revealing her own journey through midlife challenges. At 58, she thought she had midli...
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