115. The "Me First" Movement: The Revolution for Midlife Women

Welcome to the revolution you didn’t know you were waiting for — the Me First Movement.

In this episode, Laurie picks up where last week’s conversation left off — that uncomfortable place where high-achieving midlife women feel guilty for wanting more. She’s pulling no punches as she walks you through why prioritizing yourself isn’t selfish — it’s strategic, sustainable, and frankly, long overdue.

You’ll hear why “Me First” is not “Me Only,” how women are conditioned to be last on their own to-do lists, and how shifting into Me First mode can radically improve your relationships, your leadership, and your life.

From martyrdom to modeling what’s possible — this is your permission slip to finally take up space, own your desires, and stop waiting for some mythical “right time.” (Spoiler alert: it’s now.)

💡 What You’ll Learn:

• Why midlife women struggle with putting themselves first (hint: it’s not your fault — it’s your conditioning)
• The power of reframing "Me First" as a movement, not a mindset
• How prioritizing your needs transforms your family, friendships, and leadership
• Why waiting for the “right time” is the biggest risk of all
• How to start your Me First movement this week with two simple, bold actions

✍️ Journal Prompt:

“Where have I been putting myself last — and what would shift if I made myself a priority?”

🛠️ Resources & Links:

• 📩 Join Laurie’s Sunday newsletter, The Middle: www.schoolofmidlife.com/newsletter
• 🎧 Listen to last week’s episode: Feeling Guilty for Wanting More When You Already Have So Much 
• 📚 Join this month’s Book Club discussion on Too Much by Terri Cole → www.schoolofmidlife.com/book-discussion
• 🎤 Want Laurie to speak at your retreat or conference? Email her directly!

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