Mind Your Midlife: Confidence and Success, One Thought at a Time, with Cheryl Fischer

Ep. 81: How to Ask Powerful Questions that Help You Change Your Perspective and Change Your Life

Perspective is powerful.  We all look at the world through a lens of our own experiences and our own core beliefs - about how the world works, our abilities, what's possible, etc.
So, how can we change that perspective if we see that we're holding ourselves back or if we'd like to grow and change?
We can use powerful questions.
Luann Horobin, Executive & Leadership Coach, joins me today to explain what exactly powerful questions are - and why they can help us.
If you think about it, you may fall into the same trap I do sometimes in which I'm asking myself, "Why can't I do that?" or "Why doesn't this ever work?" If our brains set out to find the answers to the questions we ask (they do), then asking questions like those is just going to bring us answers about why we CAN'T.  
Listen in to find out how to ask questions that help us figure out why and how we CAN.
Make sure to connect with Luann on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/luannhorobin/.
If this topic is fascinating for you like it is for me, catch episode 76 about intuition and asking questions as well.
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Your Brain, Creativity, and How to Remember Your Great Ideas (OMG Take Five)

Do you get creative ideas or solve a tough problem while doing something else, like walking, showering, driving, doing the dishes, etc.? I definitely do.
Today I'm sharing with you WHY that happens (hint: your subconscious brain is occupied), and HOW to actually remember that great idea that can flit away quickly.
I like to text myself! :)
We can also throw it all the way back to episode 2 and the benefits of walking, because the two things are very much linked.
Let me know what you do to remember your great ideas! www.bit.ly/omgspeaktome and come join me in the beta FREE coaching community www.bit.ly/leadingladyenergy. 
 

Ep. 80: Personal Branding and Creating Your Personal Style with Cyndy Porter

When you get dressed in the morning, do you think about how you are presenting yourself throughout the day? Are you happy with what you see?
Cyndy Porter of Success Thru Style joins me today to help us figure out what a personal brand it and how to create that with style choices.  
You'll hear us talk about choosing five adjectives to describe how you'd like to come across to the world - and then how to put that in practice with your clothing and accessories choices.  I found this to be such a fun discussion!
We're building on what Amanda and I talked about in episode 12, so grab that link to listen again: https://www.podbean.com/ew/pb-zsuc5-1451259 
Cyndy is offering a FREE Personal Style Handbook: download it here. And make sure you've joined my email list (www.omgteachme.com) so that you hear about her upcoming webinar and course as well.
Have style or brand questions for us? Send an audio here! www.bit.ly/omgspeaktome.  
Connect with Cyndy at:
www.successthrustyle.com
www.cyndyporter.com
Facebook, LinkedIn, Instagram 
And make sure we're connected on Instagram as well: www.instagram.com/omgteachme. 

Sports Psychology and Pickleball (OMG Take Five)

If you are picking up a sport or activity for fun... for relaxation... for moving your body, and you don't necessarily want to compete at a high level, are you able to also avoid being overly pessimistic and negative when the game doesn't go so well?
I catch myself regularly being WAY too hard on myself when just playing a friendly game - and in today's episode I'm talking about golf and pickleball, for example.
What we speak about and expect is what our brains look for.  So, if you are expecting not to be very good at something, your brain is going to be hard at work making sure to find you evidence that that's true!
Probably that's not what you'd ideally like to happen...
Let's talk about it.
I would love to hear from you!  Have you noticed this tendency in yourself? Have a question? Have some sports psychology input? Leave me a voice note at bit.ly/omgspeaktome. 
Come have a look at the free beta community that is going to become Courage Club in the new year: bit.ly/leadingladyenergy.  We'd love to have you!
As always, find all the podcast and coaching resources at www.omgteachme.com.  See you every Tuesday and Friday!

Ep. 79: Your Morning Routine to Wake Up Happy

Do you wake up ready to enjoy the day or do you wake up with dread and worry?
We all have some bad days, but if your thought habit is to immediately spiral into worry thoughts as soon as you open your eyes, this habit will affect your energy, you mood, your personal interactions, and even your health over time.
The good news? You can change your morning attitude habit.
This week I'm walking you through a very simple morning routine that will shift your mindset to be open and ready for a good day.
1. Decide
2. Recognize
3. Statement
4. Add gratitude
Want to take it even further?
Find The Miracle Morning book at www.omgteachme.com/read. 
I would love to hear what kind of morning routine is working for you! Tell me via a voice memo at https://bit.ly/omgspeaktome. 
And make sure to come hang out with us in the beta - FREE - coaching community as well: https://bit.ly/leadingladyenergy. 
As always, find all the podcast and coaching resources at www.omgteachme.com. 

Should you Trust Your Instincts or Be Empathetic? Lessons from The Bachelorette (OMG Take Five)

Do you struggle with how to trust your instincts? I have a treat for you today - listener feedback!  Jill from the US shared that she often struggles between trusting her gut and listening to her intuition versus being empathetic and looking at things from another perspective.
Check out the Take Five episode two weeks ago on empathy that she is responding to.
I'm a reality competition show fan, so I threw in an observation from The Bachelorette as well.  :) If you are struggling between trusting your intuition in decision-making and being "nice" because we should, let intuition win every time.
Tell us what you think about this episode or any others!  Can't wait to hear from you at www.bity.ly/omgspeaktome. 
And make sure to catch episode 76 on intuition with Cristiana:
https://omgteachme.com/2024/09/10/ep-76-intuition-101-ask-the-right-questions-to-tune-into-your-inner-guidance/
Find all the podcast info, special offers, music lists and episodes at www.omgteachme.com and find @omgteachme on Instagram as well.
 
 

Ep. 78: The Tip for Emotions in Menopause That Made My Jaw Drop

In this episode of OMG Teach Me, we dive deep into the emotional and psychological effects of perimenopause and menopause with expert Bev Kemp, a certified menopause doula and coach.
Bev shares her personal journey through severe menopausal transitions and offers practical advice on how to navigate mood swings, anxiety, depression, and even rage that many women experience.
We explore holistic solutions—from exercise and nutrition to mindset shifts and support systems—that can help women not only survive but thrive during this phase of life. If you're in your 40s or 50s and facing perimenopausal symptoms, this episode is a must-listen for finding empowerment and redefining yourself.
And you'll hear me absolutely hang my jaw open about one simple tip that Bev gives us for reminding ourselves that everything was ok and can be ok again.  Try it.
Connect with us:
Bev's website: themenopausalmind.com
Perry app: https://heyperry.com/  
Let us know what you think! bit.ly/omgspeaktome 
Free beta Leading Lady Community: https://bit.ly/leadingladyenergy 
Cheryl on Instagram: www.instagram.com/omgteachme
Best Daily Every: www.omgteachme.com/recommendations 
If you are on YouTube or Spotify, grab the full playlist for midlife women as well!

Waking Up Hungry? What You Need to Know for Good Sleep (OMG Take Five)

We all want to sleep through the night, or even fall asleep faster and stay asleep longer, or even be able to get back to sleep easily when we wake up, right?
Cherie Tripp joined me for episode 22 of OMG Teach Me (listen here) and gave some great tips for sleep hygiene and healthy sleep.  After that episode, questions came up about hunger at night.  What should we do if we wake up hungry?
Well, there's an easy answer: hydrate.
Listen in for a listener's story as she tried (and then stopped trying) better hydration during the day to help her sleep at night.
Make sure you follow some of the habits before bed that I'm sharing today as well!
Resources:
Episode 22 from Cherie on sleep
The Gap and the Gain: www.omgteachme.com/read 
Free beta Leading Lady Community: https://bit.ly/leadingladyenergy 
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Ep. 77: What is Reiki? Energy Healing and Clearing Emotional Blocks

In this episode of OMG Teach Me, host Cheryl Fischer sits down with energy healer Donna Wallace, who has over 25 years of experience in energy healing and Reiki.
You've enjoyed OMG Teach Me episodes about EFT Tapping, intuition, affirmations and more. Along the way you've asked me about Reiki and energy healing - so let's learn!
We're talking about what Reiki is all about, how it helps clear emotional blocks, and why energy healing is more than just a buzzword. Donna explains how energy impacts our physical, emotional, and spiritual well-being, and guides us through a powerful visualization at the end that helped me feel more relaxed and energized at the same time.
Whether you're curious about energy healing, intuition, or simply want to feel lighter and more grounded, this episode is packed with insights and practices to bring more balance and healing into your life.
What do you think about what we learned today?  Share your feedback or questions with me at https://bit.ly/omgspeaktome and I may share your message on a future episode!
Make sure to come join us during the fall of 2024 in the free beta Leading Lady Community - find all the info at https://bit.ly/leadingladyenergy. 
Connect with Donna:
www.donnawallace.com.au for her website and 5 minute meditation
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/donnawallacehealer 
And find all the podcast resources at www.omgteachme.com. 
Related episodes you'll enjoy:
Episode 76 on the power of intuition
Episode 9 on EFT Tapping
Episode 40: Emotions are your Superpower
Enjoy!

Perspective: Step into Someone Else's Shoes (OMG Take Five)

In this episode, we explore the power of perspective and how our experiences, beliefs, and personalities shape how we see the world. Learn why a change of perspective can transform relationships, improve communication, and help us realize that we often don’t know the full story—whether on social media, at work, or in personal life.
Whether you have challenging relationships in your professional life or person life, or you simply want to be a better communicator and have more empathy, let's talk about the power of perspective to do exactly that.
Grab all the podcast info and episodes at www.omgteachme.com/podcast and if you have a comment, question or story for me that is related to a recent episode, tell me!  Leave me an audio message at https://www.speakpipe.com/omgteachme and you may hear it on an upcoming Friday as well.
See you every Tuesday and Friday!