FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®: WHY JOYFUL MOMENTS MATTER

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Joy is more than a fluffy emotion - it benefits you far beyond those fleeting moments.

This is the second in a series of five episodes that help you foster good summer vibes. Inside, I share three science-backed reasons to take joy seriously in midlife and beyond.   

Pair this episode with my July 9th email to notice, nurture, and practice your joy-finding skills.

When you’re done listening, let me know your thoughts! Send me an email at [e-mail].

xo Karli

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Episode Transcript

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In midlife and beyond, itfeels like the seasons are
shorter than they used to be.
Remember when summer seemedto stretch on and on?
I'm a bit nostalgic for thosedays, so I'm back with another
episode to inspire you totap into the feel good vibes
that the longer days stilloffer- if you notice them.

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Welcome to FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®.
I'm Karli Newman, your favoriteGenX dealer of positive
vibes, community builder andlife and wellness coach for
women in midlife and beyond.
I'm so grateful tohave you here with me!
In the last episode.
I encouraged you to letyour playful side shine.
Today, I have some science toshare with you, joyful science!

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We all know joy is apositive feeling, but
it's more than that.
Let's get into what joy doesfor us, not fleetingly, but
in lasting, meaningful ways.
If you want solid reasonsto invite more joy into your
midlife and beyond, hereare three research-backed
reasons to make it happen.
First, joy is goodfor your brain.

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When you experience joy,even briefly, your brain
releases feelgood chemicalslike dopamine and serotonin.
These neurotransmittersdon't just boost your
mood in the moment.
They also help improve focus,motivation, and even memory.
Yep, those little sparksof joy actually support
cognitive function.

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It's a brain boostin the best way.
Next, joy builds resilience.
Research shows that people whoregularly experience positive
emotions like joy are betterable to cope with stress and
bounce back from challenges.
Think about that for a moment.
Joy isn't just fluff.

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It's a strength builder.
Even during tough times,moments of joy can act as
emotional rest stops, placeswhere you can catch your
breath, feel grounded and gainenough energy to keep going.
And finally, joy strengthensyour relationships.
When you feel joyful, you'remore likely to express

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warmth, kindness, and empathy,which naturally deepens your
connections with others.
Shared moments of joy like.
I don't know, laughing overa cup of coffee, exchanging
a smile with someone even,or experiencing something
really beautiful together.
Those joyful moments createsocial bonds that are deeply

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protective of our wellbeing.
In midlife and beyond,we crave and benefit from
those bonds more than ever.
I encourage you to takeyour joy seriously.
It isn't selfish.
It isn't silly.
It is powerful.
It enhances your thinking,supports your emotional
health, makes you moreresilient and connects you

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more deeply with the peopleyou love and care for.
If you want to exploreways to notice, nurture and
practice joy this week, goback to your July 9th email.
I packed it with ideasyou can try right away.
And if you're not already partof my email community, click
the link in the show notesor transcript and join us.
It's free and alwaysfilled with positive

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ways to get you thinking.
If this episode about joy speaksto you and you're craving more
space to explore what lightsyou up, ELEVATE might be
exactly what you're looking for.
It's my monthly membership forwomen in midlife and beyond
who are ready to feel moreconnected, in tune with their
authentic self and alignedin this season of life.
Inside you'll find thoughtfultools, gentle guidance, and a

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community of women who get it.
Because we're on thisjourney together, my friend.
Learn more about ELEVATEand join the community
at the link in the shownotes and transcript.
What are your thoughts onthis episode, my friend?
I'd love to know.
Share them with me [e-mail].
Thanks again forjoining me today.
I'll be back next Wednesdaywith another episode of

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FLIPSIDE OF MIDLIFE®.
In the meantime, keepyour heart open to the
joyful moments around you.