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Stop People-Pleasing: Discover the Freedom of Saying No
Aging with Grace & Style
02/04/25 • 15 min
Show Notes:
Summary:
Learning to say no can be the key to a more confident and fulfilling life. Many of us struggle with this, often due to ingrained habits and societal expectations that prioritize harmony over honesty. This podcast dives deep into the reasons behind our difficulty in saying no, including fear of conflict, guilt, and the desire for approval, and highlights the importance of setting boundaries. By reclaiming our time and energy through the power of saying no, we open ourselves up to opportunities that truly align with our values. Join us as we explore practical strategies for saying no with confidence and the incredible benefits that come from honoring our own needs and priorities.
Timestamps:
- 00:14 - The Power of Saying No
- 01:49 Understanding the Difficulty of Saying No
- 05:46 The Power of Saying No
- 09:44 The Power of Saying No
- 11:14 Empowered Refusal Techniques
Key Takeaways:
- Learning to say no is essential for reclaiming your time and energy.
- Setting boundaries can significantly improve your self-respect and emotional well-being.
- Saying no allows you to say yes to opportunities that truly align with your values.
- Practicing small refusals can strengthen your ability to assert yourself confidently.
- Understanding the root causes of why saying no is difficult can help you overcome these obstacles.
- Every time you say no to something unimportant, you're affirmatively saying yes to yourself.
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Five to Thrive Tuesday-Empower Yourself for Thriving Career Transitions
Aging with Grace & Style
07/11/23 • 8 min
Title: Empower Yourself for Thriving Career Transitions
Host: Valerie Hatcher
Episode: 10
Release Date:
Duration: 9 min
Show Notes:
In this episode of "Five to Thrive Tuesday," Valerie Hatcher explores the topic of career transitions. She acknowledges that in today's society, people are working longer and considering new paths for personal growth and fulfillment. Valerie shares five valuable tips for navigating career transitions.
- She emphasizes the importance of self-assessment, encouraging listeners to reflect on their interests, strengths, skills, and passions. She suggests taking professional personality tests for additional insights.
- The second tip focuses on networking, highlighting the value of building relationships both within and outside of one's current company. Valerie suggests joining professional organizations, attending industry conferences, and reaching out to individuals on LinkedIn.
- The third tip centers around seeking mentorship from experienced individuals in desired fields, who can offer practical advice and guidance.
- Valerie also stresses the significance of lifelong learning and upskilling, as technology advances rapidly and the job market evolves. She recommends attending workshops, enrolling in online courses, or even considering further education.
- The fifth and final tip highlights the strength of one's own experience and transferable skills, reminding listeners not to underestimate the value they bring to a new career.
Valerie concludes the episode by encouraging listeners to view career transitions as exciting opportunities for personal growth and rewarding experiences. She invites them to share their own stories, questions, and insights on social media or via email.
Valerie teases the next episode in the series on exploring life after 50 and invites listeners to subscribe, share, and engage with the podcast to inspire and empower more women.
Key Takeaways:
- Career transitions are becoming more common as people work longer and seek new opportunities in different professions.
- Self-assessment is essential when considering a career change. Reflect on your interests, strengths, skills, and passions to determine where you want your career to head.
- Networking is a valuable tool for transitioning careers. Build relationships by joining professional organizations, attending industry conferences, and connecting with individuals on LinkedIn.
- Seek mentorship from someone experienced in your desired field. A mentor can offer practical advice, guidance, and help you avoid pitfalls.
- Lifelong learning and upskilling are crucial in today's rapidly advancing job market. Attend workshops, enroll in online courses, or consider further education to enhance your skills and stay competitive.
- Your experience is a valuable asset. Don't underestimate the transferable skills and wisdom you've acquired throughout your career.
- Embrace career transitions with confidence and view them as exciting opportunities for personal growth and rewarding experiences.
Connect with Valerie:
Facebook, Instagram and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher.
Email at [email protected]
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Loving the Skin You're In: Essential Skincare Tips for Aging Gracefully
Aging with Grace & Style
02/20/24 • 14 min
Show Notes:
Summary:
In this episode of "Aging with Grace and Style," Valerie dives into the topic of embracing and caring for aging skin with love and grace. She shares insightful tips and practical advice to help listeners nurture and celebrate their skin as they journey through the natural process of aging. Valerie highlights the significance of simplicity in skincare routines, the importance of key ingredients, the role of hydration, and the influence of nutrition and sleep on skin health. Through personal anecdotes and expert knowledge, Valerie encourages listeners to view skin care as a daily celebration of their unique beauty and a form of self-love.
My To Go Fenty Skin products mentioned in the episode:
Timestamps:
0:00:07 Introduction to the episode "Loving your Skin"
0:00:55 The importance of embracing and nourishing your skin
0:02:00 Tip 1: Simplicity is key in skincare routines
0:03:40 The significance of ceramides in hydrating moisturizers
0:04:50 The role of key ingredients in skincare products
0:06:00 Tip 2: Hydration as the cornerstone of healthy skin
0:07:13 The impact of hydration on skin health and recommendations for moisturizers
0:08:25 The natural changes in skin as we age and tips for addressing them
0:09:48 Valerie's experience with Fenty Skin products and their benefits
0:10:58 Tip 3: The impact of nutrition and sleep on skin health
0:12:14 The significance of a restful pre-bedtime routine for skin health
0:13:20 Conclusion and encouragement to celebrate and nourish one's unique beauty
Key Takeaways:
Key Takeaways:
- Embrace the skin you're in and prioritize self-love through skincare.
- Simplify your skincare routine with a focus on gentle cleansers, hydrating moisturizers, and sunscreen.
- Pay attention to key ingredients like hyaluronic acid, vitamin C, and antioxidants for optimal skincare.
- Stay hydrated internally and externally to maintain healthy and vibrant skin.
- Celebrate the journey of aging and adjust skincare routines to cater to the changing needs of mature skin.
Connect with Valerie:
- Leave me a voice message or sign up for our Circle of Fabulousness newsletter at pod.agingwithgraceandstyle.com
- Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher
- Email at [email protected]
Join Us Next Time:
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See you soon! Let's continue to age with grace, style, and a touch of sass.
Five to Thrive: 5 Quick Tips for Staying Active
Aging with Grace & Style
06/07/23 • 6 min
Title: 5 Quick Tips for Staying Active
Host: Valerie Hatcher
Episode: 3
Release Date: 06/06/23
Duration: 6 min
Show Notes:
On this episode of Aging with Grace & Style, Valerie Hatcher shares tips for staying active and feeling our best as we age. She recommends starting with strength training, either with a trainer or in a class that emphasizes proper form. Valerie also highlights the importance of finding physical activities that we enjoy, like yoga or Pilates, and getting outside for some vitamin D and mood-boosting benefits. Listeners are encouraged to share their progress and stay tuned for next week's episode, which will focus on nutrition. Tune in every Tuesday for quick and engaging tips from Valerie Hatcher on how to thrive during this phase of life.
Episode Highlights:
Topic 1: Importance of Strength Training
Starting with a trainer to learn proper form and push harder
Joining a class that teaches proper form to prevent injury
Benefits of strength training for bone density, balance, metabolism
Topic 2: Finding Activities You Enjoy
Doing physical activities that feel like fun, not a chore
Trying Yoga or Pilates for flexibility and balance
Focusing on breathing for emotional centering
Topic 3: Importance of Getting Outside
Being outdoors is good for overall physical health
Daily activities like gardening, walking, or sitting in the park are recommended
Sun exposure can improve mood and bone health
Extra Tips:
Maintaining an active lifestyle is a marathon, not a sprint
Empowering women over 50 to thrive in this phase of life
Suggestions to share progress with others on social media or email
Next episode will focus on nutrition and maintaining a healthy diet coming next Tuesday
Connect with Valerie:
Follow Valerie on Facebook and Instagram @iamvaleriehatcher. Comment or DM her and say, "I'm aging with grace and style," so she knows exactly who you are.
Reach out directly by email at [email protected]
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Beyond Barbie: A Nostalgic Trip Down Memory Lane
Aging with Grace & Style
08/02/23 • 13 min
Title: Beyond Barbie: A Nostalgic Trip Down Memory Lane
Host: Valerie Hatcher
Episode: 15
Release Date: 08/02/23
Duration: 13 min
Show Notes:
Join host Valerie Hatcher as the new Barbie movie sparks a playful romp through nostalgic childhood memories from cassettes and scrunchies to iconic artists and bold fashions.
Timestamps:
0:35 - Collagen health hack
1:15 - Intro to Barbie nostalgia
2:30 - Barbie history
6:30 - Barbie vehicles
8:00 - Music memories
12:45 - 80s/90s fashion trends
15:30 - Other nostalgia items
17:30 - Reviving retro fashion
Key Takeaways:
Barbie has inspired big dreams in girls since debuting in 1959 as a teenage fashion model doll. Her careers showed endless possibilities.
Cassette mixtapes, early MTV, and artists like Whitney Houston and Michael Jackson provided the soundtrack to our childhoods.
80s/90s fashion trends like neon, big hair, scrunchies, and mall trips allowed bold self-expression.
Other nostalgia included handwritten letters, landlines, curfews, Sunday paper TV guides, and riding bikes around the neighborhood for hours.
Some retro trends can be reworked into modern stylish looks today, like cropped and monochromatic jeans.
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Email at [email protected]
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Five to Thrive: Body Love Has No Expiration Date: Accepting Yourself at Every Age
Aging with Grace & Style
08/29/23 • 17 min
Show Notes:
Summary
Valerie Hatcher, the host of Five to Thrive, discusses health and body acceptance for women over 50. She provides five tips to help embrace the beauty of aging. The first tip is to reflect on what your body has allowed you to experience, focusing on the adventures and milestones it has facilitated. The second tip is to focus on functionality rather than appearance, appreciating what your body can still do. The third tip is to surround yourself with positive aging perspectives, curating your social media and relationships to uplift your spirit. The fourth tip is to find fashions that make you feel beautiful, experimenting with styles that complement your shape and personality. The final tip is to take a holistic approach to health, understanding and catering to your body's current needs.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the episode of Five to Thrive
01:16 Tip 1: Reflect on what your body has allowed you to experience
03:16 Tip 2: Focus on functionality versus appearance
05:16 Tip 3: Surround yourself with positive aging perspectives
09:41 Tip 4: Find fashions that make you feel beautiful
13:34 Tip 5: Take a holistic approach to health
16:16 Conclusion and closing remarks
Key Takeaways:
- Reflect on the experiences your body has facilitated and express gratitude for all it has allowed you to do.
- Focus on your body's current functional abilities and engage in activities that bring you joy.
- Curate your social media feed with positive aging role models and thought leaders who speak about aging with grace and confidence.
- Experiment with different styles, colors, and fabrics to find fashion that makes you feel confident and beautiful.
- Prioritize your body's current needs and practice self-care rituals that nourish your mind, body, and spirit.
Connect with Valerie:
Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher.
Email at [email protected]
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Let's continue to age with grace, style, and a touch of sass.
Five to Thrive- 5 Tips To Revive Thinning Hair After 50
Aging with Grace & Style
08/01/23 • 6 min
Host: Valerie Hatcher
Episode: 14
Release Date: 08/01/23
Duration: 7 min
Show Notes:
In this episode, Valerie shares five tips for caring for thinning hair after 50. She covers using a gentle shampoo, taking supplements like biotin and collagen, using volumizing products, switching up your part, and protecting hair from heat damage. Valerie also discusses brands like Nioxin and Nutrafol for hair loss solutions.
Key Takeaways:
- Around 50% of women over 50 experience some degree of hair thinning or loss. It can be caused by hormonal changes, menopause, genetics, and other factors.
- Use a gentle shampoo and conditioner formulated for fine or thinning hair, without harsh sulfates and chemicals. Brands like Nioxin and Neutrophil have options.
- Take supplements like biotin, collagen, vitamin D, iron, and zinc to support healthy hair growth. Neutrophil is a holistic supplement that contains these.
- Volumizing mousses, root-boosting sprays, and styling creams can add lift and fullness to thinning hair. Focus on massaging into the roots and crown.
- Switch up your regular part to cover up wider or thinner spots. Use colored root powders like Topik or Xfusion to fill in thin areas.
- Protect hair from heat damage which can increase breakage and thinning. Allow hair to air dry, use thermal protectants, and minimize hot tools.
Links:
Toppik and XFusion Hair Fibers
Timestamps:
0:20 - Introduction to hair thinning after 50
1:05 - Tip 1 - Use a gentle shampoo and conditioner
2:30 - Tip 2 - Try a supplement like Neutrophil
4:15 - Tip 3 - Use a volumizing or thickening product
5:00 - Tip 4 - Switch up your part
6:15 - Tip 5 - Protect hair from heat styling
Connect with Valerie:
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By email [email protected]
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The Soft Life Shift: Embracing Ease and Joy in Midlife
Aging with Grace & Style
02/11/25 • 12 min
Show Notes:
In this episode of Aging with Grace and Style, host Valerie Hatcher discusses the concept of the "soft life" and how it contrasts with the hustle culture many have known for years. Valerie shares her personal journey from embracing constant busyness to realizing that a more intentional, peaceful approach can lead to true fulfillment. She highlights the importance of prioritizing mental and physical health, building meaningful relationships, and finding joy beyond a filled schedule. Valerie offers practical steps to help listeners embark on their own soft life journey, emphasizing that productivity isn't just about doing more but about cherishing moments and living with grace.
Timestamps:
00:19 - Rethinking Success and Fulfillment
01:10 - The Shift to a Softer Life
04:44 - Reclaiming Energy in Midlife
07:30 - Embracing a Soft Life: Practical Steps for Change
09:37 - Creating Space for Self-Care
Key Takeaways:
- Recognize and reject the "invisible woman" stereotype by embracing your experiences as sources of strength and vitality.
- Focus on internal confidence and self-acceptance over external appearances to authentically project your presence and charisma.
- Adjust your posture and speaking habits to convey confidence; sit tall, use clear, intentional speech, and avoid ending statements as if they are questions.
- Continuously challenge negative self-talk by affirming the value of your experiences and the validity of your contributions.
- Observe and emulate the subtle qualities of individuals who exemplify strong presence to enhance your own demeanor while maintaining your authenticity.
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Embracing the Emotional and Health Journey Post 50
Aging with Grace & Style
07/05/23 • 16 min
Title:
Host: Valerie Hatcher
Episode: 9
Release Date:
Duration: 16 min
Show Notes:
In this second part of our What Happens After 50 series Valerie, explores the emotional and health journey of life after 50. She touches on the emotional shifts, from feelings of liberation to grief, as well as the pivotal health priorities we should focus on. Valerie shares her personal experiences and introduces the idea of holistic wellness, encompassing physical, mental, and social health. Valerie also shares her biweekly health hack, the benefits of meditation, and how it can be incorporated into your daily routine.
Key Takeaways:
- Embrace the emotional journey after 50 - there can be liberation, confidence, grief, and joy of wisdom.
- Health after 50 should focus on overall wellness, not just battling illness.
- Meditation can reduce stress, improve memory, enhance emotional health, and improve sleep. It's a simple practice you can incorporate into your life with just a few minutes each day.
- Don't assume every symptom or ailment is age-related. Listen to your body and seek medical advice when needed.
- Staying active and maintaining social connections are vital for healthy aging.
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- Facebook and Instagram @iamvaleriehatcher.
- Email at [email protected]
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From Negative Self Talk to Self Love: Celebrating Your Body and Embracing Your Journey
Aging with Grace & Style
02/13/24 • 13 min
Show Notes:
Summary:
In this episode of "Aging with Grace and Style," Valerie dives into the theme of self-love and reframing one's relationship with their body at any stage of life. Valerie shares insights on overcoming negative self-talk, celebrating one's body's capabilities, embracing natural changes, dressing for confidence, and surrounding oneself with positivity. Through empowering tips and personal anecdotes, Valerie encourages listeners to appreciate and love their bodies, fostering a community of strong, beautiful women supporting each other.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the podcast and topic of reframing the relationship with our bodies
01:09 Rejecting beauty standards and embracing our bodies as they are
02:28 Ditching the inner critic and replacing negative self-talk with positive affirmations
04:37 Celebrating what our bodies can do and focusing on strength and capabilities
06:50 Embracing and appreciating the natural changes that come with age
08:32 Dressing for confidence and embracing personal style
10:26 Surrounding ourselves with positivity and supportive communities
11:45 Weekly affirmation and closing remarks
12:34 Conclusion and call to action for subscribers and engagement
Key Takeaways:
- Reframe your relationship with your body and embrace it at every stage, celebrating your radiance.
- Challenge negative self-talk and replace it with positive affirmations to build yourself up.
- Celebrate what your body can do, emphasizing strength, flexibility, and endurance over the number on the scale.
- Embrace the natural flow of your body's changes and focus on nourishing it with healthy foods and enjoyable movement.
- Dress for confidence, not for a label, expressing your personal style and embracing your unique beauty.
Connect with Valerie:
Facebook, Instagram, and Threads @iamvaleriehatcher.
Email at [email protected]
Join Us Next Time:
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How many episodes does Aging with Grace & Style have?
Aging with Grace & Style currently has 90 episodes available.
What topics does Aging with Grace & Style cover?
The podcast is about Fashion & Beauty, Podcasts, Self-Improvement, Education and Arts.
What is the most popular episode on Aging with Grace & Style?
The episode title 'Embracing Life Beyond 50 with Grace, Confidence and Sass' is the most popular.
What is the average episode length on Aging with Grace & Style?
The average episode length on Aging with Grace & Style is 14 minutes.
How often are episodes of Aging with Grace & Style released?
Episodes of Aging with Grace & Style are typically released every 7 days.
When was the first episode of Aging with Grace & Style?
The first episode of Aging with Grace & Style was released on May 11, 2023.
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