Girl, I'm Making It Through

In this episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, Tracy Marchelle sits down with Dr. Mara Mesa, Licensed Mental Health Counselor and fellow veteran, for a powerful conversation about trauma, shame, PTSD, and the quiet ways survival mode can stay with us long after the storm has passed.

Together they explore how the nervous system carries stress, why high-functioning women often struggle privately, and what it means to begin ...

There comes a point in a woman’s life when she realizes it’s not just about the clothes — it’s about how she feels in them.

In this episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, Season 2: Better Than I Was, I sit down with Robyn of RH Image to unpack how image shapes confidence — especially during seasons of change. We talk honestly about the quiet disconnect many women feel when they look in the mirror, and how style can either...

So many women are functioning in survival mode and calling it normal.

In this episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, Tracy Marchelle sits down with Dr. Tijana Eby, chiropractor and functional wellness practitioner, to talk about what it really means to move from burnout and overwhelm into regulation, resilience, and sustainable health.

This conversation goes beyond quick fixes. We unpack nervous system regulation, chronic stress, wo...

What happens when God calls you beyond your comfort zone… and the only answer is yes?

In this powerful Season 2 episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, we sit down with Venida, a woman who boldly answered God’s voice and traveled solo to Africa.

What began as a trip across continents became a life-changing journey of faith, courage, and transformation. Venida opens up about what was happening in her life when she ...

 Welcome to Season 2 of Girl, I’m Making It Through 

Season 2 is here—and the theme is “Better Than I Was.”
This season is for anyone who’s still becoming, still healing, and still choosing growth even when the journey isn’t linear. 

After an incredible Season 1 with 10 impactful episodes and a community of over 6,000 subscribers, I’m so grateful—and honored—to continue this journey with you. Connecting with each listener has be...

What does it really mean to be better than I was — especially when our reflection changes with time?

In this episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, we sit down with Dawn, the creator of the YouTube channel Just Doing My Best, for an honest, encouraging conversation about beauty, aging, and learning to care for ourselves with more grace and intention.

Dawn shares practical, budget-friendly makeup tips for mature s...

In this heartfelt solo episode, host Tracy Marchelle shares her journey of healing after loss, learning to navigate grief, PTSD, and faith, and finding peace after saying goodbye to her husband and her mother.

Tracy opens up about what it’s really like to grieve — not just the people you lose, but the life and love you imagined. She talks about caregiving, emotional flatness, and rediscovering joy through faith, self-care, and commu...

Ready to rediscover yourself through solo travel? 

 In this empowering episode, Tracy Marchelle shares how traveling alone brought her mental clarity, peace, and a deep sense of freedom.

Tracy opens up about what it means to embrace life after 50 with courage — from journaling on the balcony to cruising the ocean without waiting on anyone else’s plans.

Cruise Spotlight:
Learn why Norwegian Cruise Line is Tracy’s top pick for solo...

In this special episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, I sit down with my sister, Tiffany, for a real, unfiltered conversation about life, love, and sisterhood. From the laughter we share to the lessons we’ve learned, this episode is all about the bonds that hold us together—even when life hasn’t always been easy.

We talk about growing as women in different life seasons, the impact of having an absent father, and how sist...

In this episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, host Tracy Marchelle sits down with Dr. Songhai Barclift, founder of Harmony Wellness for Women, to discuss the unique health challenges—and opportunities—women face after 50.

From navigating menopause to understanding the warning signs of heart disease, diabetes, and high blood pressure, Dr. Barclift brings expert insights and real-world advice to help women protect their he...

 ✨ Girl, I’m Making It Through presents a special episode: One Name, Many Stories: Life, Love, and Laughs—Tracy Style.

Join me and my sister-friends as we open up about life after 50—the joys, the challenges, the wisdom, and the laughter that keeps us strong. We’ve shared over a decade of sisterhood, walking together through love, loss, and new beginnings. And here’s the fun twist: every single one of us is named Tracy.

 Life after 50 comes with big changes — from empty nesting and retirement to rediscovering yourself and navigating new challenges. But this stage of life can also be one of the most fulfilling.

In this episode of Girl, I’m Making It Through, host Tracy Marchelle sits down with Ethel London, a Licensed Professional Counselor and Certified Professional Counselor Supervisor with decades of experience helping individuals throu...

🎙️ The Shift is Real: Menopause, Dating & New Joy | Girl, I’m Making It Through Podcast

Welcome to Girl, I’m Making It Through!, the podcast where we talk real life, real change, and real growth for women over 50.

In this episode, titled “The Shift is Real: Menopause, Dating & New Joy,” I’m joined by my dear friend and fellow Scorpio, Denise Rose, for a heartfelt and hilarious conversation about everythin...

 💸 Is your money managing you, or are you finally ready to manage your money — your way?
In this episode, host Tracy Marchelle & Dr. Catherine Gilstein get real about what financial independence looks like after 50. Whether you’re recently single, widowed, divorced, or just starting to take full control of your finances, this one’s for you. 

We’re talking:
 ✅ Building (or rebuilding) credit
 ✅ Budgeting without the...

In this episode, Tracy Marchelle sits down with a group of amazing young moms to talk about the beauty — and necessity — of taking a break. From burnout to breakthroughs, they share how stepping away (guilt-free!) helps them come back stronger.

✨ Real talk on rest, motherhood, and reclaiming your peace.
✨ Why every mama needs a “momcation.”
✨ Laughter, love, and lessons you didn’t know you needed.

If you&a...