Resilience and Acceptance in Midlife

Our chat today starts with an exploration of connection and vulnerability and its role in both mental and physical health. We talk about dramatic and sudden changes in how we related to others and the world, in our bodies, and in what we can reliably use to move through physical and emotional challenges. (And how nothing feels reliable anymore.) We get a bit nerdy about things like stress hormones, heart rate variability, and resilience. We support and love each other through some challenging shares about chronic health conditions.

00:00 Navigating the Chaos of Midlife Responsibilities
02:40 The Struggle for Self-Care Amidst Overwhelm
05:01 Understanding Vulnerability and Connection
07:32 The Impact of Stress on Health
10:18 Adapting to Changes in Body and Mind
12:46 Finding Balance in a Distracted World
15:23 The Role of Breath in Stress Management
17:51 The Challenge of Monitoring Health
20:21 Embracing Acceptance in Difficult Times
22:46 The Importance of Trust and Letting Go
25:29 The Power of Vulnerability in Transformation
27:43 Coping with Chronic Pain and Frustration
30:27 Finding Ease in the Midst of Struggle
32:29 The Journey of Acceptance and Healing

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