35: Why Midlife Women Are So Hard On Themselves (and How to Stop)

Why Midlife Women Are So Hard On Themselves (and How to Stop)Have you ever caught yourself thinking… “Why can’t I keep up like I used to?”  “What’s wrong with me that I need more sleep?”  “Why do I feel less capable, less sharp, less resilient?” I was talking to a client recently, and she said something that stopped me in my tracks:“I need more sleep… and I have so much judgment about it.”The truth is, so many women in midlife feel this way.  You’re needing more rest. Your energy isn’t the same. You’re not as productive, not as able to multitask, not as tolerant to stress, alcohol, or intense workouts…And instead of meeting yourself with understanding, you meet yourself with self-criticism.But here’s what we want you to know:  Your body isn't failing.  You're in conflict with it. In this episode you're going to find out:Why midlife changes in sleep, energy, and brain function are completely normal  The hidden self-judgment that’s making your experience harder than it needs to be  Why you feel less productive or less capable and what’s actually happening  How your identity (being the one who can handle everything) is shifting  The self-judgment loop that keeps you stuck in frustration and burnoutThe real work isn't fixing your energy, it's ending the war with yourself.  Listen to this episode and begin the journey to quieting the inner critic. References from this episodeLimitless: Upgrade Your Brain, Learn Anything Faster, and Unlock Your Exceptional Life  by Jim KwikJoin us in Costa Rica, October 2026 for our Retreat: Soul-Aligned - Design Your Extraordinary Next Chapter! Click here for details.Find us on instagram: @midlifewomenrising@jenreimercoaching