Ep. 38 Why So Many Women Feel Lost in Midlife | Marriage, Motherhood & Identity

Feeling lost in midlife? Struggling with people pleasing, resentment in marriage, emotional burnout, empty nest emotions, or wondering who you are outside of motherhood and caregiving?In this honest and empowering episode of Relating with Jen Funk, relationship coach Jen Funk sits down with Kristin Quackenbush, founder of Me First Club, for a real conversation about midlife, marriage, self-worth, emotional exhaustion, identity loss, and reinventing yourself after 50.Together, they explore:• Why so many women lose themselves in caregiving roles• How resentment builds in marriage and relationships• Why women struggle to ask for help• The emotional weight women carry in midlife• Empty nest transitions and letting adult kids struggle• Why courage comes before confidence• How to stop waiting and start creating a life that feels like yours againIf you've been feeling disconnected, overwhelmed, stuck, emotionally exhausted, or unsure what comes next in this season of life, this episode will remind you that there is still time.Topics include:midlife crisis, women over 50, emotional burnout, people pleasing, marriage resentment, relationship advice, self-care, motherhood identity loss, confidence in midlife, empty nest syndrome, personal growth, fear of starting over, and reinventing yourself after 50.Connect with Jen:🌐 https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com💌 Weekly newsletter + relationship tips:https://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/newsletterDownload Jen’s free guide:5 Simple Habits to Improve Your Relationship Todayhttps://www.jenfunkcoaching.com/5simplehabitsConnect with Kristin:https://www.mefirst-club.com/