Turning 40 and Grief Recovery: An Exploration of Resilience and Happiness
01/24/23 • 56 min
In this inspiring episode, Stephanie sits down with Emma Johnson, a British writer, podcaster, and founder of The Wild Circle. Emma shares her profound journey through motherhood, personal loss, and self-discovery as she navigated the complexities of turning 40. From battling postnatal depression to experiencing the sudden loss of her sister, Emma's story is a testament to finding strength and resilience in life's most challenging moments.
Episode Highlights:
- Emma discusses her early passion for writing and how it has shaped her career, leading her to journalism, social media content creation, and eventually to founding women's circles.
- The transformative experience of moving back to the Cotswolds to raise her family and the challenges of balancing work and motherhood.
- Emma's powerful experience of walking on hot coals around her 40th birthday, symbolizing her step into a new decade of empowerment and self-assurance.
- The profound impact of her sister's sudden death, which occurred shortly after Emma turned 40, and how it influenced her perspectives on life and loss.
- Emma's journey through therapy and her decision to take a three-month break from work to rediscover her passions and realign her life's priorities.
- The concept and personal significance of women's circles, which Emma facilitates both online and in-person, providing a space for women to connect deeply and share their experiences.
In this episode, Emma Johnson eloquently discusses her midlife transformation, highlighting the importance of community, self-care, and embracing change. Her story encourages listeners to confront their fears, ask deep personal questions, and find joy in the journey of self-discovery.
If Emma's insights resonated with you, remember to rate, follow, and review the Forty Drinks Podcast to support us in bringing more such compelling stories to light.
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In this inspiring episode, Stephanie sits down with Emma Johnson, a British writer, podcaster, and founder of The Wild Circle. Emma shares her profound journey through motherhood, personal loss, and self-discovery as she navigated the complexities of turning 40. From battling postnatal depression to experiencing the sudden loss of her sister, Emma's story is a testament to finding strength and resilience in life's most challenging moments.
Episode Highlights:
- Emma discusses her early passion for writing and how it has shaped her career, leading her to journalism, social media content creation, and eventually to founding women's circles.
- The transformative experience of moving back to the Cotswolds to raise her family and the challenges of balancing work and motherhood.
- Emma's powerful experience of walking on hot coals around her 40th birthday, symbolizing her step into a new decade of empowerment and self-assurance.
- The profound impact of her sister's sudden death, which occurred shortly after Emma turned 40, and how it influenced her perspectives on life and loss.
- Emma's journey through therapy and her decision to take a three-month break from work to rediscover her passions and realign her life's priorities.
- The concept and personal significance of women's circles, which Emma facilitates both online and in-person, providing a space for women to connect deeply and share their experiences.
In this episode, Emma Johnson eloquently discusses her midlife transformation, highlighting the importance of community, self-care, and embracing change. Her story encourages listeners to confront their fears, ask deep personal questions, and find joy in the journey of self-discovery.
If Emma's insights resonated with you, remember to rate, follow, and review the Forty Drinks Podcast to support us in bringing more such compelling stories to light.
Sponsor
The Forty Drinks Podcast is produced and presented by Savoir Faire Marketing/Communication
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Tell me a fantastic “forty story.”
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Learning “You’re Allowed to Change Your Mind” Before Turning 40
In this wonderful episode, Stephanie sits down with Emily Aborn, a mid-thirties entrepreneur who is already pondering the significance of turning 40. Emily shares her journey of self-discovery, the ups and downs of her career, and her aspirations for the future. From burning bridges in her twenties to finding her true passion in writing and marketing, Emily's story is a testament to the power of transformation and the quest for personal fulfillment as she approaches the "mysterious other side" of 40.
Episode Highlights:
- Young Perspective: Emily brings a fresh perspective as a younger guest who is actively thinking about the transition into her forties.
- Career Evolution: From nutrition to chiropractic offices to launching a non-toxic bedding store, and finally finding her niche in marketing and writing.
- Personal Growth: Emily discusses the profound impact of losing a close friend at 32 and how it shifted her outlook on life, emphasizing living with gratitude and making a positive impact.
- Future Aspirations: Emily's goals include owning a second home, going on a honeymoon, and throwing a big 40th birthday bash that mirrors the wedding she always wanted.
This episode dives into the anticipatory feelings and preparations of a young woman nearing her forties. Emily's reflective and proactive stance on entering a new decade of life is both inspiring and relatable. Her story is a compelling narrative of personal evolution, highlighting the importance of aligning one’s career and personal life with true passions and values. As Emily looks forward to crafting a future that celebrates stability, fun, and fulfillment, she reminds us all of the power of transformation at any age.
If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, follow, and review the Forty Drinks Podcast. Your feedback helps us bring more inspiring stories like Emily's to you!
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The Forty Drinks Podcast is produced and presented by Savoir Faire Marketing/Communications
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Turning 40, Finding Love and Unlocking Self-Acceptance
In this enlightening episode, Stephanie sits down with Katherine Baldwin, the author of "How to Fall in Love." Katherine shares her journey of self-discovery that began in her mid-thirties, leading to profound changes in her personal and professional life. From grappling with an eating disorder and the pressures of a high-flying journalism career to embracing a path of healing and self-acceptance, Katherine's story is a testament to the power of transformation at any age.
Episode Highlights:
- Katherine's Early Adventures and Challenges: Learn about her globe-trotting years filled with excitement and the hidden struggles that accompanied them.
- Turning Point at Midlife: Discover how the loss of her father and a subsequent holistic holiday catalyzed Katherine's journey towards self-discovery and change.
- The Birth of "From Forty With Love": Katherine discusses how starting a blog at 40 helped her find her voice and connect with others experiencing similar life transitions.
- Finding Love and Building a New Life: Hear how Katherine met her husband and the insights she gained about healthy relationships and personal growth.
- Katherine's Work as a Midlife Mentor: Explore how she uses her experiences to help others navigate their own midlife transformations, focusing on authenticity and fulfillment.
Katherine's journey is a powerful reminder that it's never too late to embrace change and seek fulfillment. Her story is not just about finding love or a new career path, but about listening to one's inner voice and making life choices that truly resonate with one's soul.
If you found inspiration in Katherine's story, don't forget to rate, follow, and review the Forty Drinks Podcast to hear more stories like hers.
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Stephanie: Hi, Emma. It's nice to meet you. Thanks so much for joining me today.
Emma Johnson: Hi Stephanie. It's lovely to be here.
Stephanie: Yeah, I am really interested to dig into your story. As I do with several to many of my guests, I found you as I was wandering through Instagram, searching hashtags around turning 40, and I find that some people share some really amazing stories about turning 40, and you had some beautiful thoughts about 40 that I'm really interested to g
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