66. Stop Sabotaging Your Sucess and Create Goals that Last in Midlife

Are you a woman over 40 who started January strong but is already feeling the motivation slip? You’re NOT alone. In fact, by the second week of February, nearly 80% of resolutions have been abandoned. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, I’m getting real about my own struggle to stick to a simple 10-minute yoga routine  and breaking down the psychology behind why we quit. If you are ready to stop beating yourself up for falling off the wagon — and want to learn how to actually stay on it — this episode is for you.What You’ll Learn:✔ The Pain vs. Pleasure Principle: Why your brain prioritizes immediate comfort over long-term reward✔ Why "All or Nothing" thinking causes a total system failure when trying to build new habits ✔ The Identity Shift: Why you must believe you are the "type of person" who does the thing before you can successfully do it ✔ Why every midlife woman needs to add a "Fun Goal" to her list this year 🎯 OMG Moment:You cannot outperform your self-image. You have to change the belief to change the behavior.Take Action Today:Listen to episode 65 on money goals and our upper limit problemEnter the One-Year Anniversary Giveaway! Rate and review the podcast on Apple or Spotify, share an episode on social, and DM the screenshot to @CherylPFischer on Instagram to win AirPods or an Amazon Gift Card. Deadline Jan 31, 2026.  This is an independent promotion not sponsored by Buzzsprout, Apple, Spotify, or Instagram.Have a laught with the menopause quiz at cherylpfischer.com/menopausequiz.Set up a free chat with me to see whether coaching is a fit for you: cherylpfischer.com/coaching.Why This Episode MattersMidlife is already full of challenges—from health changes to family stress. We often make goals that add pressure rather than value. By understanding how your brain works, you can stop the cycle of starting and stopping, and finally create changes that feel good now, not just in the future.Take a little bit better care of yourself in midlife.Find the GreenSynergy Elixir and Energy Fizz duo at cherylpfischer.com/greens. Grab your water bottle, add these, and enjoy!Support the show🌸 Liked this episode? Share it with fellow Gen X women navigating hormone balance, an empty nest, and/or self-confidence!🫶 Love this show? Leave a review to help more women over 50 find us.💡Want menopause advice, mindset shifts, or support with midlife transformation?Find out more about the Midlife Recharge at cherylpfischer.com/rechargeLet’s talk health after 50, self-talk, and redefining aging for women — without the “midlife crisis” narrative. Every week I'm adding new success strategies for midlife women.Connect with Cheryl: Instagram | LinkedIn | Website---------------💡If you are a brand or business wanting to reach an audience of women in their 40s and 50s who are focused on health, success, and taking care of themselves and others well in this stage of life, consider sponsoring Mind Your Midlife podcast.  More information here.