I Made These Plans In A Good Mood: Why Optimistic Me Keeps Ruining Reality Me’s Life

Have you ever made plans when you were feeling confident, motivated, and emotionally stable… only for the day of those plans to arrive and you immediately think, “Wow… that was bold of me.”In this solo episode of The Midlife Edit, Jen dives into the very relatable experience of living out expectations, roles, and commitments that earlier versions of ourselves agreed to - and why midlife often becomes the moment we start questioning whether those plans still fit.With humor, honesty, and a little rebellion, this episode explores why midlife isn’t about starting over… it’s about renegotiating the life you once said yes to.In This Episode, Jen Talks About:✨ Why the version of you who signs up for things is often VERY different from the version who has to show up ✨ How midlife triggers identity shifts - not just physical or hormonal changes ✨ The pressure to constantly “fix” ourselves and why that finish line keeps moving ✨ How curiosity can be more powerful than confidence ✨ A simple mindset shift to help you start editing your life instead of overhauling itComing Next Week…Jen interviews author Elana Auerbach about pleasure, connection, and rediscovering parts of yourself that many women quietly lose somewhere between responsibility and routine.(Fair warning… it’s a little spicy 🌶️)Connect with Jen:Website: The Midlife Edit Co. Instagram: @thejenweinstein Pinterest: The Midlife Edit Co.If this episode resonated with you, don’t forget to follow, rate, and share The Midlife Edit with a friend who might need to hear it.