Midlife Purpose Project: Bringing women clarity and peace with yoga philosophy, mindfulness and spirituality.
The Midlife Purpose Project guides spiritually seeking women in midlife to trade anxiety for peace, confusion for clarity, and disconnection for purpose — blending the wisdom of yoga philosophy with modern therapeutic practices to create a life of meaning, alignment, and authentic joy. I'm Katie Farinas, a yogi, dharma (soul purpose) coach and midlife guide, here to help you navigate the messy, beautiful, soul stretching terrain of midlife with compassion, wisdom and purpose. Each week, we explore midlife as a sacred opportunity for spiritual growth, healing and transformation. Through honest conversations, solo reflections, and inspiring interviews, we'll dive into topics like life purpose, emotional healing, mindfulness, intuition, the mind-body connection, finding inner peace, motherhood and soul-led living. You will also hear from experts on topics like body changes after 40, perimenopause and menopause, longevity, transitions in careers, relationships and roles, financial concerns in midlife and so much more. You'll learn how to feel deeply connected to yourself, and your soul's purpose, others, the world and something bigger. This podcast is your sanctuary for clarity, connection, and coming home to yourself - so you can live with more intention, fulfillment, purpose and joy. If you're wondering: -How do I find my purpose (or as we call it in yoga, Dharma) in midlife? -Why do I feel unfulfilled even though I have a good life? -What's next for me now that my kids are older? -How can I reconnect with my higher self? -Can I really reinvent myself at 40, 50 and beyond? -What is happening in my body? - How can I be healthy in midlife and beyond? -Why do I suddenly feel like my relationships are unsatisfying? -How do I stop people pleasing and start honoring my own needs? -What spiritual practices actually help in midlife? - How do I eat and exercise for this new midlife body? -How do I know if I'm having a midlife awakening or just a crisis? - Why do I feel overwhelmed and anxious all the time? - Is hormone replacement right for me? -How do I start over when I don't even know what I want? - What is my role as a parent in this stage? - Why don't I feel a sense of awe anymore? - Will I have enough money to retire? - What will my legacy be? This podcast is for you. Let The Midlife Purpose Project be your guide home to you.
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Gratitude is more than a fleeting feeling—it’s a vibration, a way of moving through the world that unlocks abundance, joy, and connection. In this episode, we explore gratitude from both yoga ph...
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In this enlightening episode, Katie Farinas sits down with Andrea Nakayama, functional medicine expert and wellness advocate, to explore how functional medicine can transform health in midlife, especially for women.
They dive deep into the principles of functional med...
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In this episode, we explore the concept of the Universal Teacher—a timeless idea from yoga philosophy that shows us how gui...
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In this episode, we dive deep into the transformative practice of meditation and mindfulness. Many people think meditation is “too hard” or “not for me”—we’re here to bust those limiting beliefs and show you how anyone can start, even with just a few minutes a day.
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Living with Courage: Resilience, Growth, and Embracing Your Authentic Self
What does it really mean to live with courage? In this inspiring episode, Katie Farinas sits down with Terry Sidford—life coach, author, and TEDx speaker—to explore the power of resilience, the courage to step into the unknown, and the freedom that comes from embracing discomfort.
Terry shares her transformative personal journey, including a defining ...
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As autumn creeps in, nature begins its shift — and so do we. According to Ayurvedic wisdom, we are inextricably linked to the natural world. Whatever happens outside in nature is also happening inside of us, impacting...
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Feeling overwhelmed by the weight of the world? In this episode, we explore how to navigate fear, anxiety, and anger while st...
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In this episode, Katie unpacks a thought-provoking quote from Yogiraj Achela:
“What are you not seeing because you are seeing what you are seeing?”
At first glance, it may feel puzzling. But as Katie shares her reflections—through the lens of parenting, change, and the passage of time—you’ll discover how this question challenges us to recognize blind spots and open our eyes to new possibilities.
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- How focusing too narro...
In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie explores the ancient concept of Dharma—our soul’s true purpose—and how it connects to living a meaningful, fulfilling life. She reflects on the cultural and environmental influences that shape us, often creating protective layers we may need to reevaluate in midlife, especially when we feel inner tension or a longing for deeper meaning.
Through her own journey of seeking purpose,...
What happens when the life you’ve built looks picture-perfect from the outside, but inside you’re struggling with depression, misalignment, and major life challenges like illness and heartbreak?
In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Erica Carrico shares her deeply personal journey from being a free-spirited traveler to building a corporate career in Sydney—a life that left her battling depression despite its shiny exterior...
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After 20 years as a bedside nurse, I made the difficult decision to walk away from a career that once felt like home. In this episode, I share my journey of letting go, overcoming fear, and finding peace even in the hardest seasons of life.
You’ll learn why we cling to what no longer serves us, how our purpose can evolve over time, and a simple journaling exercise to help you take ...
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Is abundance about money, time, or success—or could it be something deeper?
In this solo episode, I’m diving into what abundance really means and how many of us were raised in the vibration of scarcity without even realizing it. I share my own story of growing up in a home where resources felt limited, and how that shaped my early beliefs about what was possible.
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In this episode, Katie introduces the concept of “pockets of joy” as a path to reclaim happiness when life feels flat...
Katie dives deep into the all-too-common “blah” feeling many women experience in midlife. If you’ve ever wondered why the things that used to bring you joy now feel dull—or if you’ve found yourself asking, “Is this all there is?”—this conversation is for you.
Katie explores the real reasons joy can feel out of reac...
In this powerful episode, Katie Farinas sits down with Emotion Code practitioner Ydaiber to explore how trapped emotions can impact our physical health, emotional well-being, and even our relationships. They dive deep into The Emotion Code, a healing technique developed by Dr. Bradley Nelson that releases stuck emotional energy without requiring clients to relive trauma.
You’ll learn:
- What “trapped emotions” are and how they form
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Are you feeling stuck—like something invisible is blocking you from the life you truly want? Whether it’s self-doubt, procrastination, burnout, or people-pleasing, the real issue might be deeper than you think.
In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie explores the hidden power of subconscious beliefs—the internal programming formed in childhood, social conditioning, or past experiences. These beliefs silently drive our ...
Today I am joined by the author of one of my favorite books "Everyday Dharma". He is an two time best selling author, speaker, visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School, Storyteller and Host of the Amazon Prime Show Business Class.
In this episode we explore how living in alignment with your Dharma—your true purpose—can bring more meaning and ease to your daily life. This conversation offers practical insights for women juggling ca...
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In this calming episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie guides you through a short but powerful Dharma talk and meditation to help you manage fear and anxiety in uncertain times. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news or stuck in a spiral of nervous system dysregulation, this is a resource you can return to again and again.
You’ll learn how fear can be a doorway to spiritual growth—and how t...
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