#373 – Nina Szewczak – The Midlife Revolution

The Midlife Revolution Nina Szewczak, of The Midlife Revolution fame, is the queen of turning situations from tragic to magic, getting better – not bitter, and creating lives that are impossible not to truly love and be in love with (to the point where you have to pinch yourself to make sure you are not dreaming!). Flirting - How Do They Get Away With It? http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Nina-How-do-they-get-away-with-it.mp4 Nina was referring to more flirting that happened with Jenny Stilwell! Kevin and Graham came across a new AI tool that translates the text of our podcasts. It is called Fathom. AI Summary Fathom Graham, Kevin, and Nina discussed various technological tools and their potential uses. Kevin mentioned Otter AI for transcription and note-taking. Any new shiny object! Kevin mentioned Carplay for dictation while driving. They also briefly mentioned Graham's virtual Alternative Investment Summit in June 2023 and his desire to create a paid note-taking product. The Midlife Revolution Nina discussed her journey of personal and professional development since her last appearance on the podcast, including leaving her previous job and embarking on a midlife revolution by traveling across Canada with her two Dalmatians. Graham and Kevin welcomed her back to the podcast and discussed her academic qualifications and expertise in neuroscience. From Tragic to Magic Nina's marriage ended abruptly when she found out her ex-husband had been leading a double life for four years. Despite the shock, she used the experience as an opportunity to change her life and pursue her passion for neuroscience and mental health. Nina discussed her journey of moving to Canada after facing adversity and how it led her to start a business focused on helping people through midlife changes. Graham asked about the starting age for midlife, but Nina explained that it varies and that people come to her for a variety of reasons at all ages. What is The Midlife Revolution? Graham, Kevin, and Nina discussed midlife and the importance of managing one's mindset to create the life they want. Nina shared a story of helping someone over 60 to pursue their dreams and create more freedom in their life. Graham and Nina discussed the importance of asking questions to become more aware of one's thoughts and breaking away from routine. They also talked about how judgment from others should not hold one back from living a fulfilling life. Nina, Kevin, and Graham discussed the importance of taking risks and following one's dreams, while acknowledging the presence of fear and the need for a safety net. They also emphasised the importance of focusing on who one wants to be rather than just what one wants to do. Who do you want to be as a person Nina discussed the importance of figuring out who you want to be as a person and what sort of experience you want to create. She also mentioned that she is doing less one-to-one work and is getting more involved in the corporate world, but still has a course available for people to access her work. Mental health Graham and Nina discussed the prevalence of mental health issues and how people generate stress in their minds. They also talked about the power of the mind and how it can affect one's well-being. Nina and Graham discussed how living in a constant state of stress and survival mode can have a negative impact on our well-being and health. They emphasised the importance of becoming aware of our thoughts and managing our minds to create a healthier society. Positivity Graham, Kevin, and Nina had a conversation about the importance of listening to inspiring things to create a different future and how to deal with midlife crises. They also discussed potential opportunities for Nina to work with Kevin and corporate companies. Clips from the Podcast Since We Last Met http://thenext100days.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/03/Nina-Szewczak-Everything-Changed.