Midlife Butterfly: Healing, Empowerment & Self-Discovery

In this juicy and eye-opening episode of Midlife Butterfly, we’re talking hormones—those magical messengers that govern everything from your energy to your sex drive. I’m joined by the radiant Ashley Rocha, founder of Ladywell and herbalist on a mission to revolutionize how we women relate to our bodies. If you've ever felt like a hormonal rollercoaster was running your life (hi, midlife queens!), this convo is your permission...

In this heartfelt episode, I take you on a powerful metaphorical and literal ride—up the steep hills of Monte Albán and deep into the valleys of the unknown. From a spontaneous bike trip to spiritual insights, I reflect on how embracing uncertainty can lead to the most freeing, joyful, and expansive experiences in our lives.

In this episode, I talk about:

•  A real-life adventure that revealed a powerful lesson about fear and ...

Host Note: This talk was a real gift for me because I’ve struggled with this for decades. I learned and understood so much about myself in this talk, and I hope and trust that will help you stop hiding and embrace your true self!

In this powerful episode of The Midlife Butterfly Podcast, I sit down with the luminous Andrea Karlovich—a somatic spiritual counselor and soul alchemist—to explore what it truly means to stop hid...

In this empowering solo episode of Midlife Butterfly, Kena dives into the sneaky ways a lack of self-worth might be running your life without you even noticing. From people-pleasing to shrinking yourself in rooms, this is a loving wake-up call to midlife women who are ready to reclaim their joy, rewrite old programs, and live unapologetically aligned. Kena shares 3 practical mindset shifts you can start using right now to begin hea...

Female friendship isn't just a luxury—it's essential for our growth, healing, and transformation at midlife. In this extraordinary gathering, Kena welcomes five remarkable women from her podcasting community for a powerful conversation about sisterhood and connection.

Through laughter, vulnerability, and profound insights, these women share their personal struggles with isolation, the competitive mindset many of ...

Life isn’t just about love and light—it’s also about contrast, uncertainty, and the unexpected twists that shake us to our core. In this episode, we explore how to shift our perspective on contrast and use it as a tool for growth and expansion. Because life will always have duality—joy and sorrow, expansion and contraction—but what if instead of resisting it, we learned to navigate it with grace?

Here’s what we dive into:

• Contras...

In this episode, Kena sit down with the incredible Tina Jett, a transformational life coach, clarity catalyst trainer, and Reiki master, to dive deep into boundaries that empower you.

We explore why midlife women struggle with setting boundaries, how people-pleasing is actually a form of self-betrayal, and why prioritizing yourself is the ultimate act of self-love. If you’ve ever felt guilty for saying no or feared disappointin...

What if every past version of you wasn’t something to fix, but a love letter guiding you home to yourself? 

In this episode of Midlife Butterfly, we dive deep into the illusion of brokenness and the truth of our wholeness. Midlife often brings a reckoning—old wounds, past identities, and beliefs resurface, making us feel fragmented. But here’s the truth: you have always been whole.

Key Points:

• How society conditions us to believe ...

What If Grief Is the Catalyst for Reinvention?

In this heartfelt episode, I sit down with the incredible Angelina Lisowski, a single mom of seven and host of Her Positive Legacy podcast. After the sudden passing of her husband, Angelina embarked on a journey of grief, transformation, and self-reclamation. We talk about loss, reinvention, and the power of stepping into a new version of yourself.

Inside This Episode:

• How grief ...

In this fiery and liberating episode, we are diving deep into what it truly means to not give a f*ck—not from a place of apathy, but from radical self-love and authenticity.

We’re calling out societal expectations, those spoken and unspoken rules that dictate how women should live, love, and show up in the world. It’s time to ditch the guilt, reclaim our power, and start living a life that is truly ours.

Joining me today are two incr...

In this empowering episode Kena opens her heart and shares profound lessons learned through her inner work journey, just in time for her 47th birthday. Broadcasting straight from her bed at her mom’s place in Mexico, Kena invites listeners to explore the transformative power of self-discovery, self-love, and living fully aligned.
Perfect for midlife women ready to rediscover themselves, reclaim their joy, and live unapologetica...

In this transformative solo episode of Midlife Butterfly, Kena explores how shifting your perception can unlock healing, self-discovery, and empowerment. Through insightful stories and practical examples, she invites you to see life through a new, liberating lens.

Key Points:

• Perception vs. Perspective: Perception is raw sensory data; perspective is the mental filter shaped by experiences and beliefs.
• The Power of One Questio...

In this empowering episode, we explore the transformative journey from loneliness to enjoying solitude. Together with a wise and beautiful panel of women—Kenna Brooke, Linda Brand, and Rachel Anderson—we unravel the magic of self-love, inner peace, and reclaiming our power through the cocoon of solitude. These conversations are raw, uplifting, and filled with nuggets of wisdom to help you navigate life’s transitions with grace and ...

Key Points:

• Understanding Awareness

Awareness is the ability to perceive, feel, and consciously experience the world around you. It’s the foundation for intentional living and the key to stepping out of autopilot and into your power as the creator of your life.

• Why Awareness Matters

By cultivating awareness, you can break free from unconscious patterns, make empowered decisions, and shift your life for the ...

Dive into an illuminating conversation with Rhonda Rabbitt, an executive coach, facilitator, and healer, as she shares her journey of embodying pleasure and reclaiming sensuality in midlife.

Key Points

• Explore the expansive meaning of pleasure—beyond sexual connotations—and how it can be infused into everyday experiences, from drinking water with reverence to reconnecting with your body through touch and breath.
• Learn th...

Key Points:

• Choosing Myself First: I realized that prioritizing my happiness and well-being wasn’t selfish but a necessary step to live authentically.
• Walking Away from a 10-Year Marriage: Leaving a loving and unfulfilling relationship was the toughest decision, and it allowed me to realign with my true self and desires.
• Embracing Healing During COVID: The pandemic gave me the time and space to reflect, grieve, and dive deep into ...

Welcome, beautiful soul, to the very first episode of Midlife Butterfly! This episode sets the stage for our journey together through empowerment, transformation, and embracing the beauty of life’s transitions.

Key Points:

• The Butterfly as a Symbol of Transformation: Just like the caterpillar’s journey, life’s challenges and moments of darkness shape our resilience, power, and courage to emerge as beautiful, authentic b...

Key Points:

• The Wake-Up Call: Reflecting on the profound impact of my father’s passing, which became the ultimate soul awakening in my journey.
• Lessons from Loss:
• Acceptance as a key to processing pain and avoiding unnecessary suffering.
• Embracing life fully and not taking it for granted.
• Learning to live with more joy, playfulness, and less seriousness.
• An Empire of Love: How my father’s life touched so many and left behind an overw...

Healing, Empowerment & Self-Discovery

Midlife isn’t an ending—it’s your awakening. Whether you’re navigating divorce, grief, identity shifts, or a spiritual awakening, this is your time to reclaim your power and rediscover YOURSELF.

Join Kena Siu, Self-Love & Empowerment Guide, for real conversations, mindset shifts, and self-care practices to help you heal, grow, and thrive.

Because you were never meant to stay in the cocoon—...