EP 160: Mindset, Me Time, and Health for Ambitious Women with Kristen Reed

Welcome to a brand new episode of the You Can Call Me “Bossy" podcast. Today I am joined by Kristen Reed, a board-certified registered nurse, certified health and wellness coach, and the inspiring founder of Nursing Your Way to Wellness. Kristen and I dive deep into what it really means for women—especially those in their 40s, 50s, and beyond—to step into their power unapologetically and redefine how we approach this exciting season of life.

Kristen shares her holistic 4M framework—mindset, meals, movement, and me time—designed specifically to support ambitious midlife women in feeling more vibrant, confident, and in control of their health than ever before. Together, we discuss generational narratives, shedding limiting labels like “bossy,” and the importance of advocating for ourselves, both in our careers and personal lives.

If you’ve ever questioned, “Is this all there is?” or struggled with fears of being too much, too driven, or simply wanting more for yourself as you age, this episode is for you. Get ready for practical advice, real-life stories, and actionable steps to help you break old patterns, embrace your full self, and keep moving boldly forward—no matter what others may say.

Key Takeaways:

• The cultural evolution in how midlife is perceived
• The societal urge to “box in” people and discomfort with trailblazers
• The importance of taking action over staying stuck in information-gathering mode

Key Timestamps

[6:33] – Empowering Women's Next Chapter

[9:00] – Rethinking "Over the Hill"

[19:41] – Power of Writing for Visualization

[25:46] – Live Your Path, Ignoring the  Noise

[38:51] – Why Commit to Health Goals?

 

Episode Quote

 

•  "I'm on a mission, to help women feel like they can actually feel like this is the best chapter of their life. So really regaining that control, that purpose, and putting themselves first for possibly and often the very first time in their life." - Kristen Reed

 

 

Episode Resources

• Book a complementary call with Kristen on her official website here: https://www.nursingyourwaytowellness.com/
• Join Kristen’s group coaching program and get $200 off with code FEELMYBEST here” https://nursingyourwaytowellness.lpages.co/your-way-to-wellness-april-2025
• Instagram: @Nursingyourwaytowellness
• Facebook: @Nursingyourwaytowellness