S6 E85 Finding Your Voice in Midlife: Empowering Through Emotional Intelligence, Leadership, & Rediscovering Joy with Kristy

In this enlightening conversation, Robin welcomes Kristi to discuss the importance of finding one's voice, especially for women in midlife. They explore the journey of self-discovery, the power of public speaking, and the role of emotional intelligence in personal and professional growth. Kristi shares her experiences working with women transitioning back into the workforce and emphasizes the significance of self-leadership and reframing parenting as a form of leadership. The discussion also touches on the natural grief that comes with motherhood and the importance of community support during transitions. In this conversation, Robin explores the complexities of grief, the importance of holding space for oneself and others, and the transformative power of writing letters to one's past and future self. She emphasizes the significance of visualizing the future, rediscovering passions, and engaging with community. The discussion also explorer the challenges of self-sabotage, the concept of inner archetypes through the 'Personification Posse', and the dynamics of relationships with adult children. Take a quiz and find out about yourself.https://mailchi.mp/b5db09a6732a/personification-posse-quizUltimately, the conversation encourages reframing sacrifice, creating personal definitions, and establishing non-negotiables for a fulfilling life.TakeawaysFinding your voice is crucial in midlife.Mothers should recognize their transferable skills.Emotional intelligence is key to self-leadership.Parenting is a form of leadership.Grief is a natural part of transitions.Self-care is essential for personal growth.Women often underestimate their qualifications.Community support is vital during life changes.It's important to articulate your needs in transitions. There are different parts of you that experience grief.Holding space for others requires practice and self-awareness.Chapters00:00Introduction to Finding Your Voice03:09The Journey of Self-Discovery06:03Empowering Women Through Public Speaking09:04The Role of Emotional Intelligence11:56Reframing Parenting and Leadership15:00Navigating Transitions in Midlife17:53The Importance of Self-Leadership21:10Grief and Growth in Motherhood28:04Understanding Grief and Holding Space30:43The Power of Writing Letters to Self32:12Visualizing the Future and Finding Joy34:56Rediscovering Passions and Community Engagement37:35Challenging Self-Sabotage and Embracing Curiosity38:58Personification Posse: Understanding Inner Archetypes42:19Navigating Relationships with Adult Children45:40Reframing Sacrifice and Embracing Change49:49Creating Your Own Definitions and Empowering OthersWhere to find Kristy Mandour, Public Speaking and Communication Coach Keynote Speaker on Emotional Intelligence and Actionable Mental WellnessHost of The Sow to Speak Podcast https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/kristy-mandourIG: @kristymandourLI: https://www.linkedin.com/in/kristy-mandour/ Where to Find Robin:📌 Instagram: @livelifebalancedwithrobin📌 Website: www.livelifebalancedwithrobin.com📌 TikTok: @livelifebalancedwithrobin.com📌 Pinterest: @livelifebalancedwithrobin.com📌Get the Weekly Scoop ⁠⁠https://live-life-balanced-with-robin.kit.com/scoop⁠⁠Loved this episode? Share it with a friend who needs to hear it! 💛 And if you haven’t yet, don’t forget to leave a review—it helps more women discover simple, sustainable ways to feel their best.