If you’ve ever blamed yourself for being distracted, unmotivated, or constantly starting over, this episode is for you.
In this episode I share my personal aha moment about what was really hiding underneath my “shiny object syndrome.” Spoiler: it wasn’t a lack of discipline — it was her body’s way of protecting her.
Inside, you’ll learn:
What functional freeze feels like in everyday life (especially for women in midlife)
Why your body might resist slowing down — even when you know stillness is the answer
How chasing clarity and focus can actually keep you stuck
The surprising connection between shiny object syndrome and emotional overwhelm
A simple Pause & Listen practice you can do anytime to reconnect with your body and move from stuck to steady
If you’ve been craving peace, presence, and purpose but can’t seem to find momentum, this episode will help you understand why — and how to gently find your way back to yourself.
Secure you seat for the upcoming New Moon in Scorpio Ritual on November 20th
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Details coming December 2025
If you take nothing else from this episode with Martha Clarke, let it be this:
"People need to pay attention to their emotions, and how they express their deepest feelings. Because looking at the chart for today, we actually also have the Moon in Scorpio, and we have Mars and Mercury in Scorpio conjunct until around the 15th of November."
"how we communicate our thoughts, and how we think about our thoughts before we communicate them. So when we have Mars-Mercury conjunct in Scorpio, it's like how we think and how we act are blended."
Martha is opening her calendar for Natal Chart readings in late November. Book here:
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October 2026
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You’ve heard everyone talking about the mental load — the invisible weight women carry while trying to hold it all together.
But what if some of that weight is one we’ve placed on ourselves?
In this honest conversation, I open up about my own experience with the mental load: the endless to-do lists, the meal planning, the laundry, the constant thinking for everyone. I’ll share how my need for control, perfection, and “doing it all” created patterns that left me feeling overwhelmed and resentful — and how I’m now learning to let go.
This episode explores:
✨ What the mental load really means in 2025
✨ How control and perfectionism quietly feed it
✨ Why women in midlife are waking up and saying, “I don’t want to do it all anymore”
✨ What it looks like to release control and find space for yourself again
If you’ve ever caught yourself thinking, “Why does it all fall on me?” — this episode will help you see the mental load in a new light and take the first step toward freedom.
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“it can be scary and uncertain and thrilling and frightening to open and to write a new script and to create the next series, but that's also where a lot of fulfillment lives."
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If you are a woman in midlife and you have that feeling ... that you can't quite explain, this episode will help you navigate that feeling.
In this solo episode, Lianne shares a big ah-ha when it comes to letting go and what exactly it is that she is releasing. Take what reasonates and leave the rest.
Make sure to get on the Waitlist for a new Private Podcast that is launching November 2nd. Those on the waitlist will get to listen first! And there maybe some special treats for those who sign up here:
Lianne is hosting a very unique experience in Italy in 2026.
Call it s RENAISSANCE of sorts.
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Take was resonates and leave the rest from this astrological update with Martha Clarke.
The post- eclipse energy lasts for a few weeks more so just be aware of what is going on around you.
One of the biggest things I would encourage to do is to take note of what you were doing in your life 18 years ago.
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I also mention Steph Taylor in this episode. If you recall, I have had Steph on the podacst a couple of times and she helps people get back to the basics of living off grid.
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Life is always giving you opportunities to grow but you have to paying attention to how you feel.
This entire episode is based on my breakdown last night with my son and the arugument that has made me even more convicted in the knowing that when you know how to manage your own emotions, aka regulate your nervous system, EVERYTHING in your life will change.
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Join the waitlist for the Italia Experience where women in midlife come together to REINVENT themselves and find more joy in their lives.
The foundation of The Art of Bending Time is reconnecting with those sparks that light us up and give us joy ... the essence of our spiritual connection to our world and the people around us.
Join Michelle and Lianne for this enlightening conversation about being intentional, health and (Re)Igniting the joy in your life.
Connect with Michelle at her website
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In this episode, we’re dissecting the chapters of your life—your 20s, 30s, 40s—and uncovering the wisdom that comes from decades of living, learning, and growing.
If you’re in midlife (or approaching it), you might notice the patterns of people-pleasing, proving your worth, and trying to reconnect with a past version of yourself. Today, I’ll show you why you don’t need to go backwards to find yourself—and how you can step forward into a new way of being, one that’s aligned, empowered, and fully your own.
We’ll talk about:
How each decade of life shapes who you are today
The hard-earned wisdom you already have—and how to use it
Letting go of old stories and the pressure to please others
The art of reinvention: trusting yourself and creating a life that truly reflects your desires
Plus, I’ll share insights inspired by Lindsay DeSwart’s Midlife Freedom podcast, highlighting why trusting yourself in midlife is not just powerful—it’s essential.
If you’re ready to embrace your next chapter and step fully into the life you’ve been waiting for, this episode is for you.
5 Reasons to trust yourself in Midlife - Midlife Freedom Podcast
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The Myth of More: Why Happiness Isn’t at the End of a Paycheck
Jeff opens with a hard truth—since the 1940s, reported happiness levels in the U.S. and other industrialized countries have steadily declined despite a massive surge in material wealth. From smart homes to seven-figure salaries, the chase for “more” has left many of us feeling emptier than ever.
Why? Because true well-being doesn’t come from stuff—it comes from connection, community, and a loving relationship with yourself.
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Do you ever feel like you “should” be happy — you have the house, the family, the job — but inside you feel restless, stuck, or unfulfilled? You’re not alone.
In this episode, I explore why that sense of unhappiness is actually your soul calling you forward — not to start over, but to shift into more presence, joy, and contentment right where you are.
You’ll learn:
✨ What fulfillment really means (and why it’s not about achieving more)
✨ How to shift out of “all or nothing” thinking when nothing feels like it’s working
✨ Tangible practices to bring aliveness back into your daily life
✨ A simple way to protect your energy so you’re not constantly drained by others
✨ How to stop going to the worst-case scenario and start imagining the best instead
This conversation is for the woman in midlife who feels the pull for something more but doesn’t want to burn everything down to find it. Fulfillment isn’t out there — it’s available to you now, in the present moment.
🌿 If you’re ready to stress less, feel more grounded, and discover your own “more,” press play and let’s dive in.
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About Laura Sinclair
Laura believes that you and your business deserve to be seen, and has made it her life's mission to support female entrepreneurs in their quest to build a life by design. With over a decade of experience building digital marketing strategies for some of the world’s biggest brands, Laura now teaches ambitious women how to adapt the strategies of fortune 500s for their own businesses – empowering them to step into their inner CEO along the way.
A mother of two, Laura is a Marketing and Business Mentor for ambitious women and CEO of the boutique social media marketing agency, The LJ Social Agency and the host of This Mother Means Business podcast.
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Have you ever felt like something in your life no longer fits—but you can’t quite explain why?
In today’s episode, we’re diving deep into what a spiritual awakening really means—and how it often shows up in subtle, quiet ways rather than the dramatic “breakdown-to-breakthrough” stories we usually hear.
Inspired by a recent episode from Brett Larkin’s podcast, I share my own reflections and guide you through what it means to begin waking up to a deeper truth—about yourself, your life, and the world around you.
You’ll learn:
What a spiritual awakening actually is (hint: it’s not about religion)
Signs you may be going through a slow, subtle awakening
Why it often begins in midlife
How your perspective, priorities, and energy start to shift
Why discomfort and disconnection can be a part of the awakening process
Whether you’ve already started questioning the life you’ve been living or you’re just beginning to feel that inner nudge that something more is calling, this episode will help you feel less alone—and more empowered.
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If you've found yourself in the never-ending loop of never achieving those goals you've set for yourself, take a listen to this week's solo episode.
Previous episode about Value & Priorities
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Another epic conversation with Martha Clarke and how the planetary shifts may impact you.
Take a listen to the most recent episodes with Martha below:
Listen on Apple:
Episode 151 Jupiter moves into Cancer
Episode 150 Summer Solstice
Listen on Spotify
Episode 151 Jupiter moves into Cancer
Episode 150 Summer Solstice
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Can you believe we’re already halfway through 2025?
If you’re feeling stuck, not where you thought you’d be, or maybe hustling so hard you’re on the edge of burnout — this episode is your invitation to pause, reflect, and realign.
In this powerful solo episode, Lianne guides you through a gentle mid-year check-in to help you get clear on what’s working, what’s not, and what you truly want for the second half of the year.
🎯 You’ll discover:
✅ Why a mid-year reflection is the secret to real momentum (and not just more hustling).
✅ The real reason you feel stuck or exhausted — and what to do about it.
✅ Journal prompts and reflection questions to help you get unstuck, avoid burnout, and reset your goals for 2025.
✅ 3 tangible actions to shift your energy this week and make the rest of 2025 feel aligned and intentional.
If you’ve been searching for mid-year check-in questions 2025, how to reset goals mid-year, or how to stop feeling stuck and burnt out, this episode is exactly what you need right now.
🌱 Remember: It’s not too late. The next six months can look completely different.
📣 Loved this episode? Share your biggest takeaway with me on Instagram @liannemcaughey — or screenshot this and send it to a friend who needs a gentle mid-year reset too!
✨ Ready for a deeper shift?
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SUMMER MEDITATION ACCOUNTABILITY CHALLENGE
June 9th, Jupiter moved into Cancer and this is super important if you've found yourself searching for a sense of home.
Martha and I also chat about the New Moon in Cancer happening today!
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