Midlife Purpose Project: Conversations for midlife women on mindfulness, mental health and spirituality

Are you feeling stuck—like something invisible is blocking you from the life you truly want? Whether it’s self-doubt, procrastination, burnout, or people-pleasing, the real issue might be deeper than you think.

In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie explores the hidden power of subconscious beliefs—the internal programming formed in childhood, social conditioning, or past experiences. These beliefs silently drive our ...

Today I am joined by the author of one of my favorite books "Everyday Dharma". He is an two time best selling author, speaker, visiting scholar at Harvard Medical School, Storyteller and Host of the Amazon Prime Show Business Class.

In this episode we explore how living in alignment with your Dharma—your true purpose—can bring more meaning and ease to your daily life. This conversation offers practical insights for women juggling ca...

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In this calming episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie guides you through a short but powerful Dharma talk and meditation to help you manage fear and anxiety in uncertain times. Whether you’re feeling overwhelmed by the news or stuck in a spiral of nervous system dysregulation, this is a resource you can return to again and again.

You’ll learn how fear can be a doorway to spiritual growth—and how t...

Join Katie and menopause coach Cara as they dive into midlife transformation, exploring opportunities for growth, evolution, and authentic living beyond traditional age ranges. This episode covers Cara's personal menopause journey, the crucial role of self-advocacy, and practical strategies for a growth mindset during perimenopause and post-menopause. Learn why open conversations about menopause symptoms are vital, how to simpl...

In this heartfelt and vulnerable episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie explores the foundational yogic principle of Ahimsa — the practice of nonviolence — and why cultivating inner balance is essential for living a compassionate, purposeful life.

After taking a much-needed pause last week (and walking her talk), Katie opens up about feeling out of balance and the powerful reminder that busyness does not equal worthiness. She...

In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie invites you to take a closer look at what success really means—especially in the middle chapter of life.

Too often, society defines success by external achievements, productivity, and material gains. But these markers can leave us stuck in an endless loop of goal-chasing and short-lived satisfaction. Katie challenges this narrative and encourages listeners to reflect on what succ...

Katie welcomes her friend and returning guest, Stacey Uhrig, for another deeply insightful conversation—this time diving into Mel Robbins’ viral new book, The Let Them Theory. Together, they unpack the powerful message behind the movement: letting go of control, learning to regulate our nervous systems, and choosing peace over people-pleasing.

In this episode, Katie and Stacey explore:

• Why “letting them” is so hard for so many of...

As we reach midlife, many of us carry a lifetime of stories, scars, and beliefs that feel like truth—but what if they’re not? In this episode, Katie explores how our past experiences—particularly the painful ones—shape our present reality and often keep us stuck. This is the power of the negativity bias, and it's quietly directing your life from the shadows.

But here's the good news: You can break free.

Katie introduces the transform...

In this heartfelt and practical episode, Katie Farinas shares a deeply personal and powerful session titled "Finding Peace in Turbulent Times." With the world feeling increasingly chaotic, Katie invites listeners to explore peace not as something passive or external—but as a powerful inner resource we can access at any time.

Drawing on yogic philosophy, nervous system regulation tools, and her own story of healing from chronic migra...

Feeling Stuck in Midlife? Find Purpose & Fulfillment with Tamara Cortoos

Midlife can feel like a crossroads—filled with self-doubt, career shifts, and questions about what’s next. But what if midlife isn’t about starting over, but about evolving into the fullest version of yourself?

In this episode, I sit down with Tamara, founder of Midlife Crossroads Academy, to talk about the unique challenges women face in midlife and how to ...

In this powerful episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie dives deep into the concept of Dharma—your soul’s purpose—and how it shows up in every area of your life, from your work to your relationships and even your personal responsibilities.

If you’ve ever felt stuck, scared to move forward, or unsure of what your next step is, this episode is for you. Katie explores:

• What Dharma really means (and why it’s more than just a j...

In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie explores how a dysregulated nervous system can block creativity, clarity, and your soul's purpose, or dharma, from shng through. She introduces Polyvagal Theory and breaks down the three nervous system states:

• Dorsal Vagal (shutdown, exhaustion)

• Sympathetic (anxiety, overwhelm)

• Ventral Vagal (calm, connection, clarity)

Katie shares simple tools to help you recognize yo...

Are you craving deeper, more meaningfulrelationships—with yourself, your loved ones, and the world around you?

In this episode of The Midlife Purpose Project, Katie sits down with psychologist and author Dr. Adam Dorsay to explore the 4 types of connection—

1. Self
2. Others
3. The world
4. Something greater

and why self-connection is the foundation for all of them.

In this episode, you’ll discover:

✔️The 4 types of connection and how...

Midlife is a time of profound change—physically, emotionally, and spiritually. If you’ve ever felt lost or wondered, What’s next for me? Who am I now?, you’re not alone. This episode dives deep into midlife transformation, self-discovery, and how to find purpose in this new season of life.

✅ The science of midlife brain changes and how they impact your identity and emotions.
✅ Why midlife can feel disorienting—and how to turn this in...

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Bob Healey is not your typical yoga teacher. A former punk rock frontman turned business executive, philanthropist, and congressional candidate, Bob brings a unique perspective to living a purpose-driven life. As a husband, father, and lifelong seeker, he discovered that yoga isn’t just about perfecting a handstand—it’s about finding deep meaning, ancient wisdom, and a life of service.

Through his journey—from boardrooms to yoga mat...

✨ Special Giveaway! ✨I’m hosting a fun challenge to help spread the word about the podcast. There are two ways to win!

1️⃣ Rate & review the show.

2️⃣ Send me a screenshot of your review and be entered to win one of these 3 prizes:

☕ A Starbucks gift card

🧘‍♀️ A custom meditation designed just for you

✨ A free breakthrough coaching session with me

OR...fill out this survey and be entered to win the same three prizes! If you do both...

✨ Special Giveaway! ✨I’m hosting a fun challenge to help spread the word about the podcast.Here’s how to enter:

1️⃣ Rate & review the show.

2️⃣ Send me a screenshot of your review.You’ll be entered to win one of these 3 prizes:

☕ A Starbucks gift card

🧘‍♀️ A custom meditation designed just for you

✨ A free breakthrough coaching session with me

Ready to tune into your inner guidance? Let’s go!

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In this episode, we’re exploring one of life’s most important and powerful questions: What does your soul truly want? If you’ve ever felt stuck, lost, or unsure of your next step, this conversation will guide you back to your inner compass—the quiet wisdom that lives within each of us.

We’ll talk about how to get still enough to hear your higher self, how to shift from focusing on lack to inviting abundance, and how to move beyond e...