Rediscovering Joy After Midlife Challenges

This week our guest, Jen Rigley shares her story.   Rediscovering Joy After Midlife Challenges:  I used to think that grief and trauma were things I just had to push through — until I realized they were weighing me down like a weighted blanket I didn't even know I was carrying.A couple of years ago, after losing my mom, I hit that emotional kitchen floor. I had to find my way back to happiness, to life again, not necessarily by "getting over" but by learning to breathe through it.What helped? Small, intentional routines — like a simple three-minute daily practice that can genuinely shift your perspective. It involves stillness, gratitude, and setting a mindful intention for the day.This little ritual doesn’t require hours or a packaged meditation; it’s about reconnecting with yourself, piece by piece, day by day. Because maybe that's the point: rediscovering joy isn't about huge changes; it’s about small, steadfast steps. And honestly, it's a challenge worth trying. Worth thinking about.   This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit judiculppearson.substack.com