48-ish Life Lessons at 48 - Part 1

Unfiltered with Roxy - Episode 16:

48-ish Life Lessons at 48 - Part 1

Happy Birthday to me… and hello wisdom!
📩 Read the full blog: roxanafeenster.substack.com

Welcome back to Unfiltered with Roxy 💛

I just turned 48 🥳 and whew—life has been a whole journey. I decided to celebrate the only way I know how: reflecting, storytelling, and hopefully dropping a few gems along the way.

✨ Episode Summary:

In this birthday episode, I’m sharing some of my 48-ish life lessons—things I’ve learned through blood, sweat, tears, joy, and glow-ups. These aren’t just quotes or tips… they’re real, lived truths that have shaped me. And the best part? I know some of them will land for you too 💫

🔑 What We’re Talking About:

Here are a few of the lessons I dive into in this episode:

1. If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you
   💪 That BodyPump mantra stuck with me for life. Growth happens after the hard part.

2. No is a complete sentence
   🛑 No explanation needed. Protect your energy at all costs.

3. You are your own rescue team
   🆘 Stop waiting for the perfect fix. It’s you, sis. It’s always been you.

4. Don’t procrastinate
   📆 Pay the tolls. Have the convo. Send the email. Do the thing today.

5. You are your ancestors’ wildest dream
   🌿 They planted seeds so you could bloom. And you are blooming.

6. Enjoy your food
   🍽️ Especially when someone you love makes it with their whole heart. Eat the potato salad.

7. Dress like you love yourself
   👗 That means investing in the clothes that make you feel amazing—gym or boardroom.

8. Rest is sacred
   💤 You’re not lazy. You’re a whole human. And you deserve real rest.

9. Don’t disappear from your own story
   📸 Take the picture. Be seen. You matter—and we need you in the frame.

💬 Roxy-isms to Sit With:

“You are a rose. Even when the weeds try to choke you out, you still bloom.” 🌹
“Rest isn’t for babies—it’s for anyone who wants to show up strong and sane.”
“Don’t let your old habits talk you out of your healing.”

📖 Want More?

This episode was inspired by my birthday reflection blog:
📝 Read the full 48-ish Life Lessons list

🎥 Come Walk With Me:

You can also catch me sharing more of these lessons (and a few hot takes from my daily walks) over on YouTube:
📺 YouTube.com/@UnfilteredWithRoxy

🗣️ I Want to Hear from YOU:

What’s a life lesson you’ve had to learn the hard way—or the soft way? DM me, email me, or better yet, join me on the pod 💌Whether you’re 28 or 78, I believe your voice matters.

🙏 Thank You:

To my first 19 YouTube followers—thank you for being here.

Thank you for letting me be me. I’m praying that something in this episode reminds you that you’re strong, worthy, and wildly loved.

Let’s keep showing up… unfiltered and unapologetic 💛

And remember:

If it doesn’t challenge you, it won’t change you.

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With love and lessons,
Roxy

IG: @RoxyUnfiltered
Blog: roxanafeenster.substack.com
YouTube: youtube.com/@UnfilteredWithRoxy