To 50 & Beyond | Midlife | Wellness | Recovery

Bonus episode Hello friend!  I'm popping in to talk about the mission of To 50 and Beyond and give you a couple of updates about the podcast.  I also talk about celebrating your accomplishments and being kind to your inner critc. I've had a few weeks of mind drama and I have gotten to the other side so I want to share with you in case you feel "stuck" in it too.  The podcast will return to full episodes, Wednesday, February 16th.  I appreciate you and I hope you are well.  xo  Lori      

Episode 191  In this episode, I talk about what the good part of sobriety truly is and why you don't have to wait to experience it.  I share my story of Day One on 8/11/13 to help you realize that you don't have to be positive and feel GOOD about getting sober to quit drinking.  Thank you for listening.  If you are interested in 1:1 Private Coaching, please visit my website: The Midlife Sobriety Coach for Women. Get Sober Later in Life. (lorimassicot.com) If you have a question or need support, please email me.  If you are ready to build better self-improvement habits and join The Alcohol-Free Habit - enrollment for the winter session closes 1/14/22 at 11:59 pm PST.  You can do this - it's so much better together!  Let's do it! CLICK HERE TO ENROLL TODAY!         

Episode 190  Happy 2022! What a way to start the New Year!  I'm excited to bring you this impactful episode featuring the super-twin duo, my friends Anne and Leigh Walkup. Anne and Leigh are the founders of Retro Rodeo, Publishing, and the creators of Front Porch Life, a digital magazine that includes stories, recipes, and a real down-home feeling that brings you comfort and warmth. These two ladies have built their life around simple living and down-home cooking. They are the daughters of Judy Yeager (The creator of The Southern Lady Cooks, which they now run full-time) and thrive on being in the kitchen or out on their farms with their animals. Slowing down and enjoying the good life is not just something they say…they fully embrace it.   As sober women, the Walkup sisters know just how difficult it can be to stay disciplined and intentional. They also discuss the habit-building process and being more consistent with positive habits. In this episode, you will hear:  What comes first, discipline or sobriety

Episode 189 My most favorite time of year is the week before New Year’s when I plan and dream and set an intention for the NEW Year. Over the past five years, I’ve gone from thinking in terms of making a resolution to thinking in terms of intention and action. If you are someone who wants more direction in her life in 2022, this episode is for you.  In this episode, I talk about: How and why you should celebrate your accomplishments Planning your year and actions based on who you want to be on January 1, 2023 My intention setting practice My intention-setting practice from one of my group coaching members (this is a good one!) How to choose a year of the word to match your intention I will also share my word of the year and plan for 2022. Resources Mentioned:  Calendar Moleskin Leuchtturm 1917 Papermate Flair pens Papermate Ink Gel Trello for personal and business organization Ali Edwards One Little Word   Join my Email Community Get on the list to receive a special discount off for The Alcohol-Free Ha

Episode 188 Life is happening whether it’s the holiday season or not and being someone who spent most of November and December of 2009 in the hospital with my mom, I know how many people are not in a place where the holidays even matter, let alone are joyful.  This episode took a bit of a turn after I decided to record it.  I talk about how we can add more even in the most challenging of times without imposing it on you. If you want more joy, then go for it, if you don’t, that’s your right. It’s okay to not want it, it’s okay to skip the holiday season, and it’s okay to be alone. I also talk about the pursuit of more which can lead to never honestly feeling joy or peace any time of the year.  This episode is for you if you want to ease stress and anxiety, stay sober, and maybe make some new traditions. I give you some mantras at the end of the episode, my favorite one right now, and as a gift to you with great thanks and appreciation.  I made you a super cool holiday playlist with some non-holiday favorites a

Episode 187  How do you get in the habit of living an alcohol-free lifestyle? Not just that, but one you enjoy and find great fulfillment in? It's one thing to quit drinking, it's another thing to do the word so not drinking becomes second nature. I never thought it would for me, but I decided to prove myself wrong, and you can too! In this episode, I’m talking about ten things you can do to get in the habit of living alcohol-free, and they may not be what you think, habit formation, and how to establish a non-drinking habit this week. To read the full show notes, please click here.  To enroll in The Alcohol-Free Habit Founding Members Pre-Sell Event, please click here.    Mentioned in this episode:  Macklemore song: Next Year  Atomic Habits, by James Clear The Power of Habit, by Charles Duhigg      Thank you so much for listening! Click the links below for more resources to help you live, and enjoy an alcohol-free lifestyle. The Ultimate Guide to Going Alcohol-Free Later in Life: https://www.lorimassicot

Episode 186 In this episode, my wonderful guest, Lindsay Sutherland Boal, tells us about her first year of sobriety and what led to the morning she decided to quit drinking. We also talk about the different levels of drinking, knowing there is a problem but not being ready to quit, the steps Lindsay took after she quit drinking, releasing the pursuit of perfection, and what day ones really represent.  Most importantly, how to turn your fear and shame into your superpower.  Lindsay Sutherland Boal, is the Principal Coach at "The Curator Coach",  founder of the national movement "SHE WALKS CANADA", the executive responsible for Relationship Development at "Urban Outline Building Group", and the Producer and Host of the video podcast "The COVID Chronicles Canada".  She is an ultra-distance athlete and in her early career, an opera singer and actress. In this episode, you will learn: The Different Levels of Drinking During our Life Why Labels Don't Matter Knowing You Have a Problem and Not Being Able to Quit The

Episode 185  Are you ready to stop spinning out into worry and fear of what could go wrong and start focusing on what is really happening at the moment?  My guest in this episode is the smart and beautiful Lane Kennedy is here to help you start a mindfulness practice, unwind without alcohol, have fun without alcohol, shut off the ruminating thoughts, and find calmness in our ever-changing world. Lane is the founder and creator of The Connected Calm Life Course, and host of the podcast by the same name, she is an author, a Hormone Cure Practitioner, a DNA Coach, and a certified Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) teacher. Lane is a graduate of the Neuroscience Academy, and has completed a 200-hour Yoga Teacher Training program and is a twice-certified Yoga Nidra Guide, a Revelation Breathwork Facilitator, and a Peer Certified Recovery Coach.  To read this episodes full show notes, click here: Get connected with Lane:  Website: Lane Kennedy Mindfulness+Meditation- No More Stress and Anxiety Work with Lane

Episode 184 Going alcohol-free isn’t about the finish line, it’s about the path of self-discovery + adventure + a new way of living. Going alcohol-free *can* be just like going gluten-free. You make a plan not to drink alcohol, and you practice that plan daily.  Alcohol-free = no alcohol.  I know, it sounds so easy. It's not, but the longer you go without drinking, the simpler it can be.   Going alcohol-free later in life supports your overall well-being as you age, just the same as a certain eating plan or exercise plan. It’s a lifestyle that if you let it, can be one of the best experiences of your life. In this episode, I talk about:    Changing our interpretation of alcohol-free living Making shame smaller by taking action The alcohol-free lifestyle: what it is and what it isn’t How to get started on your alcohol-free journey How to observe your drinking to cut back or quit  The #1 habit essential to going alcohol-free And a round of answers to some of the most frequent questions that I receiv

Episode 183 Women worldwide are giving up alcohol and it’s a personal choice. I don’t care if you drink two glasses a week or a month or two bottles a night, you have that gut feeling that maybe alcohol isn’t working for you anymore but yet, you’re still drinking. I understand exactly how you feel. The face of alcohol use and addiction is changing. Midlife women are a part of society that is struggling the most with not only giving up alcohol but coming to terms with their drinking.  In this episode, I talk about:  What alcohol is and what it isn’t  Alcohol Use Disorder and how to identify the signs The risks of drinking  Why and where women drink My drinking + what led me to quit Why I put off my sobriety for far too long What is holding women back from quitting Why women  are quitting drinking For full episode show notes, please click here.    Thank you so much for listening! Let's stay in touch. Join my email community for once-a-week emails to help you live a *better* life alcohol-free. Join: https://ww

Episode 182  Whether you’ve been drinking for decades or picked up the bottle in midlife, it’s never too late to enjoy the benefits of sobriety. As we age, those benefits far outweigh the quick fix that comes with drinking.  My guest, Janet Gourand knows a thing or two about reaping the sobriety benefits later in life. Janet chose to quit drinking at 63, having no idea at how many opportunities she was giving herself after years of heavy drinking.  When Janet stopped drinking she could find very little support available in South Africa and did not want to go into rehab and decided AA was not for her.  In this episode, you will hear how Janet got sober and the resources that worked for her.  Janet became so passionate about helping people moderate or quit drinking alcohol, that she founded Tribe Sober, an online community that holds workshops and meetings for people all over the world.  You will also hear: The three pivotal moments in Janet's drinking that she reflects back on now as "rock bottoms"  The benef

Episode 181  When you practice self-care, spirituality, and inner connection, you become unstoppable.  Skincare and general healthcare are directly related to a feeling of genuine mental peace. If success is affected by our physical or financial situations, then people like Jas Boothe (aka Goddess Juliet Bravo) would not be joining me today in this episode. You'll learn: Jas’ age and her insights about aging How Jas used adversity to survive cancer and homelessness Jas’s response and turning point after the traumatic life occurrences The relationship between physical beauty and inner peace Actions that Jas took to correlate beauty and inner peace Best healthcare practices Where women make a mistake in their health care Don’t compare your life with others; their belief system is different About Final Salute Inc, a non-profit organization by Jas About Jas’ skincare brand Jas Booth, is a public speaker, activist, and spiritual entrepreneur. She is the founder of Final Salute Inc, a non-profit organization that

Episode 180  Are you ready to get pumped up?  I recorded this episode for you after a treadmill session with myself where I was heavily inspired by Lizzo and her song Good as Hell. She says, "Boss UP and Change Your Life, and I took that lyric to heart in the song.  I have spent a couple of months feeling down about something out of my control and decided I needed a kick in my bootie, and maybe you do too.  In this episode, I talk about: What I've been "wallowing" in lately Life begins when you get out of your comfort zone Delay gratification for a higher goal The secret to a faster change is taking the road that is less traveled How fear deters you from success How to get results is by doing something consistently Do not compare yourself with others; we are all in different chapters Rejoice in your little progress; baby steps are still steps  I'm talking about "bossing up" when things are out of your control and you are spending too much time trying to control your circumstance. If you are suffering from d

Episode 179  All forms of clutter reflect a soul that is not being true to itself.  My soulful guest, Peggy Fitzsimmons, joins us to give us practical tips and insights on the effects of clutter and how to declutter and live a life full of vibrancy effectively. Peggy Fitzsimmons holds a Ph.D. in Counseling Psychology and has worked in the fields of counseling and healing for over 25 years. She has helped many people get their houses in order through intensive decluttering. Peggy is also a former staff of the Omega Institute and was a consulting producer on Oprah Winfrey's Emmy-winning TV series Super Soul Sunday. In her new book Release: Create a Clutter-Free and Soul Driven Life, she shares spiritual and practical insights with readers who want to free themselves from clutter and live-in alignment with their true soul nature. In this episode, you will learn:  Peggy’s insights about aging The process of developing Release, a power-packed book by Peggy The broader meaning of clutter Signs that you need some h

Creating solutions to live your best life in the middle, is possible when you make time to discover how you feel about yourself sans alcohol. There is nothing wrong with being a late bloomer, in fact, it's fun as my friend, Sondra Primeaux shares in Episode 178. Sondra is back for the third time as a guest bringing you solutions for living your best midlife in sobriety. Sondra Primeaux is a photographer, reuse designer and maker, writer and is the former co-host of the Unruffled Podcast. When Sondra fell into recovery in 2014, she was grateful to have her creative work to fill the hole she was left with when alcohol was removed. In an effort to serve the recovery community, she started theunruffled.com, where she supports women who are seeking their own mid-life solution. She lives in Austin, Texas with her husband and two children. To read full show notes for this episode, click here.  To contact Lori, please click here.  Thank you for listening! I appreciate you.             

Episode 177 Aging is a mindset and a vitality store that bring so many connotations and expectations around numbers that do not have to be a part of your experience. In this episode, I’m joined by Coach Joe Oniwor for the second time!  Coach Joe is the founder of JOC VIP academy, ACE-Certified Personal Trainer and Fitness Nutrition Specialist. Joe is also a retired avid athlete and a pro arena football player who has been in the fitness industry for 28 years. YOU WILL LEARN:  How to find happiness and gratitude during sobriety  The importance of exercise and good nutrition in sobriety and aging  How to change your mindset and achieve the unexpected  Ways to find your true worth and realize it in life  The benefits of reframing your expectations and opening up to both adversity and opportunities  The victory that comes with letting go of everything you are not  How to bridge the gap between self-worth, progress and reality  Why you should stop hiding emotions and the safest mechanisms of filtering them out.  

Living an authentic life, recovering from addiction, and having a life that is centered around recovery and self-love is beyond possible for anyone. In this episode, I’m pleased to have my friend, Melissa Kreutz on the podcast to give you encouragement and inspiration to seek recovery from addiction. If Melissa can get sober and enjoy life after addiction, anyone can, including you.  In this episode, you will hear:       Melissa’s story on addiction and sobriety breakthrough       Ways to start your journey to sobriety and stay sober       How to overcome self-harm and self-hate to find your self-worth       Why you need to step out of yourself and learn from other people’s journeys       The importance of changing your mindset in your sobriety journey       Reasons why getting sober makes your life better by change your priorities.       What is addiction and how the meaning is unique       How to beat fear and stigma after coming out of alcoholism       Tips on taking care of your kids when their strugglin

Whether you die tomorrow or at a 100 years old, coming home to yourself and learning to live in your truth is the greatest gift you can give yourself as you age.  Integrity is the way to angle your happiness from psychological unhappiness to live in peace, joy, and love with self and others. In this episode, Martha Beck shares practical, gentle ways from her spot life transformation after surgery and triumph through the dark nights and sorrow to help you make new resolutions and commitment to your own truth through integrity. Martha Beck is a New York Times bestselling author, life coach, and speaker. She holds three Harvard degrees in social science, and Oprah Winfrey has called her “one of the smartest women I know.” Martha is a passionate and engaging teacher, known for her unique combination of science, humor, and spirituality. Her newest book, The Way of Integrity: Finding the Path to Your True Self, was an instant New York Times Best Seller. To view full show notes, please click here.  Order The Way of

In this bonus episode, which I felt drawn to record this morning, I'm giving you love, and a message of hope: you are not the only one who feels the way you do, and even if you are - you are going to be a-okay.  You can find the FREE VIA Characters Strength test here. To find me, please visit my website here.  If you want to take life to the next level, and set up Private Coaching, please send me an email here.  I appreciate you for listening! If you are have a positive review for the podcast, please leave it on your podcast app for your fellow midlifer's to find this episode and more.  xo  Lori

Episode 174  Healing Through Nutrition with Lindsey Beveridge Feeling your best can be challenging when coming out of alcohol addiction. However, my guest on Episode 174, Lindsey Beveridge has gone through it, and in this episode, she breaks everything down to help you reclaim your vibrancy in life at ease. Giving your body the grace to heal and restore itself through nutrition will make you feel better emotionally, mentally, and physically than ever before. Lindsey is a Registered Nutritional Therapist, graduating from CNM with a distinction. She is a member of BANT and is registered with the CNHC. Lindsey is compassionate not just about quitting addictive substances but recovering well. What you'll learn in this episode:   The dichotomy between early menopause symptoms and heavy drinking Nutrition and its vitality in overcoming addiction and menopause shocks Why healing your gut is the beginning of restoration after quitting alcohol Top foods and lifestyle changes to make to optimize healing without distre