(#018) Living for Ourselves - with Melissa Murphy

What happens when we begin to choose what lights us up — whether it fits into our identity as a mom or not? We reconnect with the woman we truly are. In this heartfelt conversation, Aimee sits down with midlife powerhouse Melissa Murphy — certified nutrition and fitness coach, mom of three, and host of the Now What? podcast — to explore what it means to start living for ourselves after years of living for (and through) our children. Together, they talk about the identity shift that happens as motherhood evolves, the courage it takes to say yes to something new, and how Melissa found her growing edge by training for her first bodybuilding competition — at 54. Inside this episode: Why midlife can be a time of possibility, purpose, and reinvention How to move from perfectionism and paralysis to inspired action — even if it's messy What it looks like to unapologetically reclaim your body, your voice, and your goals Why choosing yourself is a powerful gift to model for your children — even if they don't fully get it (yet) The quiet magic that emerges when we ask, "Now what?" This is a real, vulnerable conversation between two midlife women finding their way back to themselves, while still navigating the ever-shifting landscape of parenting young adults. Whether you're in the fog of empty nesting, craving something more, or simply wondering what's next — this episode is a reminder: This is not the end. It might just be your beginning. 🎧 Listen now and meet the woman underneath all the roles. There she is   Follow Melissa on IG @motivatewithmelis Follow Aimee on Instagram or schedule a complimentary call to learn about working together. Learn more about her and her offerings at www.aimeeames.com.