Flying Through Midlife - Cheerleading, Motorbikes and Starting Again With Debbie Barry

Send us Fan MailDebbie didn’t find cheerleading at 16. She found it at 38. And it changed everything.In this episode, Debbie Barry, law firm office manager by day, Masters cheer captain by night, shares how saying “I’ll give it a go” on a girls’ holiday led her to a sisterhood, a stage, and a version of herself she didn’t even know existed.What started as one Wednesday night training session, turned into eight years of stunts, competitions, glittered uniforms, and the kind of friendship that feels like therapy in trainers.But this conversation goes far beyond cheerleading.In this episode you'll learn: Why midlife isn’t a crisis, and what it really isHow confidence is actually built The unexpected power of female friendship formed later in life What happens when you stop organising everyone else’s life and start asking what you want How one brave “I’ll give it a go” can completely redirect your lifeThis is a story about trust, courage and taking centre stage in your own life. If you’ve ever felt like you lost yourself in supporting everyone else…If there’s something you’ve quietly wanted to try…If you’re ready to fly instead of stand on the sidelines…This episode will show you why it’s not too late and may in fact be perfect timing.Because sometimes midlife isn’t about starting over.It’s about finally finding your wings to fly.Find out more about Debbie @debbiebazFind out more about Cheer London Allstarz www.cheerlondonallstarz.comFollow the podcast on Instagram:  @unshrinkablemidlfemovesFind out more about Onika on Instagram: @lifeopenedup