Here’s what you’ll discover in this episode about thinking through whether or not you’re too old to get out of a kayak…or do anything else…in midlife
- Why getting out of a kayak turned into an unexpected midlife wake-up call.
- The surprising moment when something you’ve always done suddenly feels harder, and what that can trigger mentally.
- How quickly thoughts like “Am I too old for this?” can sneak in and why noticing them matters.
- A real-life example of my signature F.U.N. Framework (Find your thoughts, Understand what you want, Nurture your commitment to yourself) in action.
- The difference between reacting on autopilot vs. responding with “life leadership”.
- How small physical challenges can quietly lead to giving up things you love without a conscious decision.
- Why this common kayaking problem isn’t about aging out but about adapting your approach.
- The power of curiosity when something changes in your life after 50.
- How to separate a logistical problem from a life decision.
- A simple but powerful way to stay engaged in activities you love—even as your body changes.
- Why “quietly doing less” is one of the biggest risks to your happiness in midlife.
- How small, intentional decisions are the key to regret-proofing your life.
Welcome to another episode of the Women in the Middle® Podcast!
Am I too old to get out of a kayak? This was the question I asked when getting out of a kayak suddenly became difficult; it sparked an unexpected realization about aging, mindset, and decision-making.
Ask yourself, what happens for you when something you always loved suddenly gets harder? Do you give it up or do you typically get curious about how to make it work? After an awkward (and hilarious) kayaking moment, I share how noticing your thoughts and getting curious can help you avoid quietly giving up parts of your life you still want.
You’ll also learn how small challenges can slowly shrink your life and how to use “life leadership” to adjust instead of give things up. This is how you regret-proof your life!
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