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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