Hosted by Diseph Igoni, LMFT · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 22 episodes
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Midlife is not a breakdown — it’s a breakthrough. I’m Diseph Igoni, a licensed therapist specializing in women’s midlife mental health. Each week, I explore the emotional and psychological shifts of midlife with honesty and care.I created The Pause Culture Podcast to explore the deeper, often overlooked emotional and mental health aspects of midlife. While much is said about the physical changes of menopause and aging, we don’t often hear about the psychological and cultural shifts happening alongside them.This is a space where midlife is more than menopause. Each week, you’ll hear honest insights and reflections about the unspoken (and often misunderstood) realities of midlife—from identity shifts and career pivots to relationships, aging, and yes, menopause—all through a therapeutic lens grounded in mental wellness, empowerment, and care. This podcast features solo episodes and occasional guest conversations, weaving storytelling, resource sharing, practical strategies, and the
Diseph Igoni, LMFT hosts The Pause Culture Podcast, a health show with 22 episodes published.
Who are you... really? For many of us, the answer isn't as simple as it seems. Long before we consciously chose who we wanted to become, we learned who we needed to be to feel safe, connected, accepted, or needed. Over t
Friendships don't always end with conflict. Sometimes they simply begin to feel different. In this episode of The Pause Culture Podcast, we explore the subtle shifts that can occur in friendships during midlife—the ones
In this opening episode of Season 3, we explore sleep debt not as a wellness trend, but as a capacity issue deeply connected to nervous system functioning, emotional regulation, and midlife demands. Through a reflective
Sometimes we choose to pause. And sometimes the pause chooses us. In this episode, I share what I learned during an unexpected pause in my own life — the discomfort of stillness, the tension between body and mind, and ho
As the days shorten and the nights grow longer, hidden parts of ourselves often rise to the surface. This week, inspired by Jordan Peele’s Us, we explore the idea of being tethered to our shadow selves — those emotions,
In this final part of our “Creative Courage” conversation, artist and creativity coach Susie Stonefield returns to explore how creativity can reconnect us to joy, play, and emotional freedom—especially in midlife. We tal
In this episode, I sit down with Susie Stonefield — transformational creativity coach, grief midwife, and expressive artist — to explore grief, loss, and the courage it takes to create in midlife. Together, we discover h
Midlife is full of crossroads—and the choices we make can shape the life we actually want to live. In this episode, I explore the delicate balance between self-care and self-destruction, sharing personal stories, practic
Midlife is a season of harvesting what truly nourishes us—and that includes our friendships. In this episode, we explore how your inner circle reflects your inner life, and why curating relationships in this season isn’t
In midlife, release isn’t about loss — it’s about creating space for what’s next. In this episode, we explore the mindsets and habits that no longer serve us and how letting go can open the door to growth, freedom, and n
Fall is here, and with it comes a natural invitation to slow down, reflect, and embrace change with grace. In this episode of The Pause Culture Podcast, we explore the “Autumn Pause”—how midlife, like the season, brings
Season 2 of The Pause Culture Podcast is here! In this opener, I reflect on a summer of connection, balancing work and family, and noticing what truly brings joy — and what’s ready to be released. This episode sets the t
In this season finale of The Pause Culture Podcast, I reflect on the journey through midlife — the mess, the magic, and everything in between. Join me for a heartfelt look back at the ten key lessons learned across the s
Stress in midlife can feel relentless — from juggling family responsibilities and work to navigating the changes in our own bodies and minds. In this episode, I open up about my own recent struggles with mental and emoti
This week, I’m joined by Dr. Jasmine McClendon, board-certified psychiatrist and founder of Minding Up Psychiatry to talk openly about the role of psychiatric medication in midlife mental health. We explore how to recogn
Not all grief wears black. Some of it looks like burnout, restlessness, or quietly mourning the life you thought you’d have by now. In this episode, we name the invisible losses of midlife — the ones we rarely talk about
Feeling overwhelmed, overstimulated, or like you’re always on edge? You’re not alone — and you’re not losing it. In this episode, we explore how midlife changes impact the nervous system, what “fawn” really looks like, a
Midlife can be a breaking point — or a breakthrough. In this episode, I talk about what I call a Case of the Done-Being-Nices: that moment when you stop shrinking, stop pleasing, and start honoring what’s real. It's not
Menopause isn’t a one-way street—and for many women, the road is anything but straightforward. In this episode, we explore the many ways women enter menopause: naturally, medically, surgically, prematurely, and everythin
From hormone shifts and hidden caregiving labor to identity whiplash and allostatic load, we explore the emotional and neurological weight midlife brings — and why it’s not all in your head. Learn how health psychology c
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The Pause Culture Podcast is hosted by Diseph Igoni, LMFT. The show is categorised under health (fitness) and has published 22 episodes.
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