143. You’re Not Here to Be the Martyr: Reclaiming Your Life in Midlife

What if being called “selfish” was actually your first clue that you’re finally doing it right?Episode Summary:We’ve been taught our whole lives that putting ourselves first is selfish. That the gold star goes to the woman who juggles all the balls, sacrifices the most, and never drops a single one—especially not the ones tied to motherhood, marriage, or work. But what if that’s the exact mindset that’s keeping you stuck?In this episode, we’re flipping the script on what it means to be “selfish.” Laurie shares how embracing this misunderstood word is actually the gateway to living your best life in midlife—not someone else’s idea of it. You’ll hear how the conditioning of self-sacrifice shows up in sneaky ways and how reclaiming your energy, your time, and your identity isn’t just okay—it’s imperative.This episode isn’t about blowing up your life. It’s about choosing yourself—without apology. Because the truth is: no one’s going to give you permission to prioritize yourself. You have to take it.What You’ll Learn:Why “selfish” isn’t the dirty word you’ve been taught it isHow societal and cultural conditioning keeps high-achieving women stuck in people-pleasing cyclesReal talk about what it means to reclaim your energy in midlifeWhat choosing yourself actually looks like—without burning it all downWhy the feminine energy of receiving and resting isn’t a luxury, it’s a necessityIf you’re ready to stop asking for permission and start living like your life belongs to you again, this one’s for you.📩 JOIN MY MAILING LISThttps://www.schoolofmidlife.com/newsletter👉 CONNECT WITH LAURIE:📩  Email Laurie 💻 WebsiteOn InstagramOn LinkedInWork with Laurie