Let’s Talk Midlife Crisis Podcast

• Midlife Sex, and the Truth With Guest Dr. Sophocles

  We sit down with Dr. Maria Sophocles, gynecologist and author of The Bedroom Gap, to demystify what really changes during menopause and why so many women quietly endure painful sex, dryness, shame and changes the entire body and the bedroom, why GSM is so common yet overlooked, and how safe, effective treatments can bring back comfort and desire. We share frank scripts for partner talks, debunk myths from porn, and spotlight innovations reshaping women’s health. • estrogen loss affecting brain, joints, skin, heart, bones, bladder • GSM as the driver of pain, dryness, UTIs, low desire • the safety and effectiveness of vaginal estrogen twice weekly • CO2 laser as a non‑hormonal collagen and vessel booster • myths about orgasm and the clitoral requirement for most women • practical scripts for starting honest sex conversations • novelty, toys, and evolving desire in long‑term relationships • finding trained clinicians and using menopause.org • dating after 50 with boundaries, consent, and clarity • future tech: painless IUDs, at‑home Pap tests, preserving ovarian function If you love today's episode, hit that subscribe button so you'll never miss an episode Send this episode to a friend who could use a good laugh and some midlife wisdom Connect with us on social media at Let's Talk Midlife Crisis and let us know what's on your mind.Pre-order The Bedroom Gap Bookhttps://mariasophoclesmd.com/book/Thanks for listening! Follow us on our social channels https://www.youtube.com/@Letstalkmidlifecrisis-mh2bf/videos https://www.instagram.com/letstalkmidlifecrisis/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091451734861

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• From 104 Dates to True Love: Guest Heidi Friedman author of Love Lessons

  We sit down with attorney and author Heidi Friedman to unpack the research, stories, and hard‑won wisdom behind Love Lessons. From 104 dates to a yoga fix‑up, we explore confidence, boundaries, and why you can’t fix people if you want real partnership. • how the book began with interviews and patterns across couples • using journaling to process low points and track growth • building self‑worth outside of work success • open heart and open mind as dating strategy • expanding your circle beyond close friends • apps as practice, not destiny • dropping rigid rules while keeping core deal‑breakers • ending dates kindly and avoiding ghosting • you can’t change partners; choose whole people • teaching adult kids to read signs and hold standards • why the lessons help singles and long‑married couples • where to find the book and Heidi’s podcast If you love today’s episode, hit that subscribe button so you’ll never miss an episode Send this episode to a friend who could use a good laugh and some midlife wisdom Connect with us on social media at Let’s Talk Midlife Crisis and let us know what’s on your mindLove Lessons: 104 Dates and the Stories That Led Me to True Love: https://www.amazon.com/Love-Lessons-Dates-Stories-That-ebook/dp/B0DWG1PCNK/ref=sr_1_2?crid=2GD55HG7VR05Z&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.4LQUiziDBP6epQezIPyYSjV5OWQhYf6UUsuH6idrsAoRk5k_-3344RmRpApf14tbCeMUpmvMvy2cjBUmeLCdo2qLK4G5MDiJkYUSndBfX0PLc0it7HyHuObxCzR34H5fPWn9l6NpM3CWo6OtoIw-yG1xzPM9k_AZNCSBiQYv2_HQRJTJcKEvso44Mp1DG9jhtZ99BoyLY-cgGpmIJ5UA-jUwlM4peYxfIaphVv5TsqY.zKIkHuuR9e8yiRy_ZityO5QqIdwjnhb8Ggee5PwbY34&dib_tag=se&keywords=love+lessons&qid=1759597745&sprefix=love+lessons%2Caps%2C333&sr=8-2

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• 7 WAYS TO DEAL WITH ADULT CHILDREN WHO MAKE POOR DECISIONS

  Parenting doesn't end when your children reach adulthood—in many ways, it becomes more complicated. When adult children make poor decisions, parents find themselves in an emotional minefield, torn between wanting to help and knowing when to step back. Ashley and Traci open up about their personal struggles parenting adult children who sometimes make choices that leave them questioning everything. With raw honesty, they share the crippling worry, the midnight panic, and the overwhelming urge to swoop in and fix everything—feelings that will resonate with any parent whose grown child has faced challenges with finances, relationships, mental health, or substance issues. The heart of this conversation centers around seven crucial strategies they've learned through experience and therapy: communicating without interrogating, setting firm boundaries, avoiding enabling behaviors, sticking to your limits, managing your emotions separately from your interactions, maintaining unconditional love despite difficult behavior, and perhaps most importantly, continuing to live your own life rather than measuring your wellbeing by your children's choices. "I'm doing as well as my kids are," Traci admits, highlighting the unhealthy mindset many midlife parents develop. Both hosts acknowledge how difficult it is to break this pattern, especially as natural "fixers" who want to smooth every path for their children. But they also explore the freedom that comes from separating your identity and happiness from your adult children's decisions—while still providing a supportive foundation. Whether you're dealing with a child who constantly needs financial bailouts, struggles with addiction, makes poor relationship choices, or battles mental health issues, this episode offers both practical wisdom and emotional comfort. Join us for this deeply personal discussion about one of midlife's most challenging aspects, and discover how to support your adult children without sacrificing your own wellbeing.Sources: https://firstthings.org/adult-children-poor-decisions/1Hazeldon Betty Ford Foundation. (2018, August 24). Boundaries in Addiction Recovery. 2Smith, K. (2018, March 14). What Is the Difference Between Supporting and Enabling? PsychCentral. Thanks for listening! Follow us on our social channels https://www.youtube.com/@Letstalkmidlifecrisis-mh2bf/videos https://www.instagram.com/letstalkmidlifecrisis/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091451734861

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• Beat Midlife Bloat: Eat More to Lose More — Nagina’s Science-Backed Fix

  In this episode of Let's Talk Midlife Crisis, hosts Ashley and Traci interview Nagina Abdullah, a weight-loss coach for midlife women who explains why midlife bloating and weight gain happen and how reducing inflammation, restoring muscle, and boosting metabolism are the keys to lasting change. Nagina shares practical, science-backed tips: prioritize metabolism-boosting foods, aim for 30 grams of protein at breakfast, use simple meal-prep layering, choose the right carbs and fats, and try smoothies, spices, and fiber to curb cravings. She also invites listeners to a free five-day Midlife Belly Relief workshop and offers resources for ongoing support. Also, get the FREE spice cheat sheet and discover new anti-inflammatory flavor bombs! https://masalabody.com/debloat/ https://masalabody.com/spicesheet/   Thanks for listening! Follow us on our social channels https://www.youtube.com/@Letstalkmidlifecrisis-mh2bf/videos https://www.instagram.com/letstalkmidlifecrisis/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091451734861  

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• I Think I Want Out: Dr. Becky’s Guide to Surviving a Marriage Crisis

  Marriages don't typically fail overnight—they deteriorate through predictable stages that, when recognized early, could save countless relationships. Dr. Becky Whetstone, marriage counselor and author of "I Think I Want Out," joins us to reveal the revolutionary approach to marriage crisis management that traditional therapy often misses. Dr. Becky's journey began with her own failed marriage and the shocking discovery that even trained therapists lacked the tools to help couples in crisis. This gap in marriage counseling led her on a five-year journey to obtain her PhD and develop specialized methods for couples on the brink of divorce. What she discovered changed everything—a five-stage model of marital deterioration that works like cancer stages, where early intervention is crucial but rarely happens. The most startling revelation? Many people remain in unhappy marriages for decades without ever telling their partners how they feel. "Uncoupling begins with a secret," Dr. Becky explains, describing how that unspoken unhappiness festers until someone finally declares, "I think I want out." By then, most marriages have progressed to stage four or five, when healing becomes exponentially more difficult. Dr. Becky challenges conventional wisdom with her counterintuitive approach: when one partner wants out, the other must stop chasing them immediately. She also advocates creative solutions beyond the binary "perfect marriage or divorce" paradigm—separate bedrooms, living arrangements that provide space, and communication techniques that address the root problems. Whether you're experiencing relationship struggles or want to prevent them, this episode offers invaluable insights from someone who's dedicated her life to saving marriages that traditional therapy couldn't help. Visit marriagecrisismanager.com to learn more about Dr. Becky's work and how her approach might save your relationship before it reaches the point of no return.   Source: https://marriagecrisismanager.com/ Get Dr Becky's Book I (Think) I want Out: https://www.amazon.com/Think-Want-Out-Wants-Marriage/dp/0757325394/ Thanks for listening! Follow us on our social channels https://www.youtube.com/@Letstalkmidlifecrisis-mh2bf/videos https://www.instagram.com/letstalkmidlifecrisis/ https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100091451734861

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