107. What Travel, a Puppy, and My Daughter Taught Me About Reconnecting with My Rhythm in Midlife

Feeling a little off—even when everything seems joyful and full?You’re not alone. In this softer, more personal episode, I’m opening up from my living room (yes, not the usual recording space!) about what it means to feel ungrounded even in the midst of joy. This season of life has been full—travel, speaking, retreats, my daughter home from college—and I’m sharing how a sweet little puppy named Winnie has become the unexpected anchor I didn’t know I needed.If you’ve ever felt like you’re rushing through life, even the good parts, this one’s for you. In this episode:Why joy and burnout can sometimes co-existThe subtle signs you're out of sync with your own rhythmHow my daughter’s return home sparked a needed pauseThe very intentional (and slightly wild) decision to adopt a puppyHow slowing down is a radical act of self-alignmentThe unexpected ways rest restores us in midlifeWhy you don’t have to “earn” your joy Connect with me, Dr. Sara Poldmae:Website: https://risingwomanproject.comInstagram:  https://www.instagram.com/drsarapoldmaeHave a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!