What happens when you quiet the doubts, follow your curiosity, and bet on yourself in midlife?
At 62, Diane Britt Smith is doing just that—redefining retirement and stepping boldly into a new second act career as a commercial actor and model.
In this empowering first guest episode of Season 7, Diane shares how she transitioned from traditional work to chasing red carpet dreams, with encouragement from her actor sons and a fierce belief in her own potential.
Diane’s midlife reinvention story is a masterclass in embracing change with joy, taking smart risks, and living with intention. Whether you're navigating life after retirement or dreaming of a bold next chapter, this episode is for you.
We talk about:
✅ How she moved from “can I really do this?” to confidently booking gigs
🤝 The power of community and encouragement in fueling reinvention
📚 Why preparation and continuous learning are key at any age
🌱 What it looks like to create passion and purpose after retirement
🎯 Overcoming perfection paralysis and building midlife confidence
Plus, I share how Diane’s courage inspired me to reflect on my own bold moves—and how we can all build momentum when we bet on ourselves in midlife.
Whether you're 42, 62, or anywhere in between, this conversation will remind you that reinvention after 60 is not only possible—it can be your most exciting chapter yet.
Connect with Diane:
- 💻 pivottoyourpurpose.com
- 📸 Instagram: @dianebrittsmith
- 📸 Instagram: @pivottoyourpurupose
💡 Resources & Links
🎁 Ready to take your next bold step? Grab one (or both!) of these free gifts to fuel your reinvention:
- ✨ Do It Scared, Do It Anyway mini-ebook — 3 powerful mindset shifts to help you get unstuck and take action in midlife
- 💫 100 Ways to Reinvent Yourself in Midlife — a fun, inspiring guide packed with doable ideas to spark your next chapter
- 🎧 Catch more inspiring episodes at reinventionrebels.com
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