Hosted by Simon Burgess · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 38 episodes
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This podcast delves into the transformative phase later in life, exploring the challenges, new directions and uncertainties that come with it.If you’re navigating the uncertain waters of midlife, have stories to share, or insights to offer, I invite you to join me on this journey. Together, we’ll ride the highs and lows as we navigate the uncharted territories of this stage in life.I hope by sharing stories, exploring dilemmas and seeking solutions together, the podcast will help me and others who join the journey, find that future.Find out more at www.lifes2ndact.com
Simon Burgess hosts Life’s 2nd Act: A journey into finding direction and purpose, a health show with 38 episodes published.
In this episode, I reflect on the emotional impact of a conversation with Michael Fry, who has faced significant challenges in his life. I explore the themes of vulnerability, resilience and the importance of acknowledgi
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In this episode of Life’s 2nd Act, I speak with Lindsey Conen-Smith, a dating and relationship coach, about the complexities of dating in midlife. We discuss the challenges posed by dating apps, the importance of confide
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In this episode, I speak to Michael Fry. He shares his deeply moving journey of resilience and recovery from addiction, mental health struggles and personal loss. He reflects on his childhood, the impact of his brother's
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In this conversation I explore the complex issue of homelessness in midlife with Hilary Bartle, CEO of StonePillow. Hilary highlights the various causes, societal perceptions and the transformative work being done by Sto
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In this conversation, Sanjani Shah shares her journey following an unexpected redundancy from her long-term role at the Body Shop. What’s followed… ‘It's been the best 12 months of my life’ she says. Emphasising the impo
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In this episode, I have the privilege of chatting with Carolyn Mayling, who shares her remarkable journey through midlife. The conversation begins with Carolyn recounting her heart-wrenching experience of losing her daug
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In this episode, I chat to Jonathan Besser. He shares his transformative journey through midlife, discussing the unexpected challenges he faced after a career shift at 40, including imposter syndrome and the importance o
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In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Ali Spooner, the 'Midlife Mojo Coach', about the challenges and transformations that come with midlife. We discuss the feeling of losing one's mojo, the importance of self-
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In this 'Midlife Musing' I reflect on my experiences of feeling stuck and the journey towards reinvention. I touch on the importance of acknowledging feelings of uncertainty, taking small steps towards change, and priori
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In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, it's time for another 'Midlife Musing' on aging... Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, where did the time go? or Am I too old for this? Today, I'm flipping the script on agi
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In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I explore the theme of authenticity in midlife. I chat through the common feelings of discontent and the societal pressures that lead individuals to question their true selves. I chat a
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Yay! I’m celebrating ONE YEAR of Life’s 2nd Act! And for today’s episode, I’m mixing things up with something COMPLETELY NEW and I'm still shaking my head in disbelief with this ‘conversation’. Over 24 amazing guests, co
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In this episode I speak with transformative coach Susanne Kubik about her journey of self-discovery and empowerment. Susanne shares her experiences of breaking free from a life of perfectionism and control. The conversat
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In this episode, I speak with Alan Sowersby, who shares his journey of battling OCD throughout his career. Alan discusses the challenges he faced while hiding behind a mask of confidence, the tipping point that led him t
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In this episode, I speak with Dan Bowsher about his personal journey through breakdown, the challenges of midlife and the creation of his podcast, ‘Good Enough Chats’. Dan shares his experiences with mental health, the i
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In this episode, I speak with Shawn Hamill, who shares his transformative journey from a successful corporate career to a life of purpose and balance. After realising he was on a fast track to burnout, Sean reflects on h
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In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Claire and James Davis, founders of a successful luxury fitness retreat company and hosts of the Midlife Mentors podcast. They discuss the challenges and transformations th
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In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Dawn Barnes about her career journey, the challenges of burnout, and the transformative power of intuition. Dawn shares her experiences of navigating midlife changes and th
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In this episode, I speak with Stephen Thariyan about his personal journey from a successful career in finance and the city to volunteering with the Samaritans. Stephen shares his experiences in the high-pressure world of
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In this episode of Life's 2nd Act, I speak with Paul Sutton about the challenges and reflections that come with midlife. He shares his personal journey feeling disconnected, questioning his purpose and struggling to figu
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