257 | Trends, Forced Smiles, and Vaccinations

In this episode of Life Coach BFF Show, hosts Heather Pettey and Dr. Carol Lynn welcome women in midlife to join their uplifting discussions about thriving during this life stage.   They cover a range of topics from simple life systems, midlife health, wellness, and menopause, to fun aspects like travel, fashion, and cooking.   They dive into an engaging discussion about Target's new policy requiring employees to smile and how that compares to experiences at Chick-fil-A.   They also touch on the importance of dermatologist visits, toddler skincare trends, and effective holiday preparation tips. The episode wraps up with updated vaccine recommendations for adults in their fifties, emphasizing the shingles and flu vaccines, and highlights the new 'My Midlife Moxie Journal', specially designed for midlife women, available on Amazon. Snag your My Midlife Moxie Journal Digital Version My Midlife Moxie Journal   Join The Facebook Group: @ourmidlifemoxie   Connect with Host Heather Pettey: Email: [email protected] Private Coaching with Heather:https://www.ourmidlifemoxie.com/heatherpetteycoaching Speaker Request Here Instagram @HeatherPettey_ Facebook: @HeatherPettey1 Linkedin: @HeatherPettey Book: "Keep It Simple, Sarah" (Amazon bestseller) Connect with Dr. Carol Lynn: Linkedin Website: https://www.drcarollynn.com Facebook Group: @ourmidlifemoxie Website: www.ourmidlifemoxie.com Don't forget to subscribe to the Life Coach BFF Show for more inspiring content and practical life advice!   *Quick Disclaimer- Heather Pettey is a certified coach and not a therapist. Always seek the support of a therapist for clinical mental health issues. *As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Please note that this does not affect the price you pay for any item. The cost to you remains exactly the same, but using these links helps support our community and the resources we provide.   00:00 Welcome to Life Coach VFF Show 00:12 Midlife Thriving: Encouragement and Fun 01:33 Delicious Moments: Cinnamon Chip Muffins 02:29 Target's New Smile Policy 05:03 Skincare Talk: From Dermatologist Visits to Toddler Trends 11:38 Holiday Prep: Getting Ready for the Festivities 13:16 Holiday Deadlines: Christmas vs. Thanksgiving 13:27 Giving and Serving During the Holidays 15:27 Organizing and Cleaning for the Holidays 16:45 Christmas Tree Decorating Tips 20:15 Updated Vaccine Recommendations for 2025 23:43 Introducing the My Midlife Moxie Journal