EPISODE · Dec 18, 2025 · 43 MIN
The Wisdom of Slowing Down with Karin Edgett
from Transforming 45 · host Lisa Boate
What happens when midlife invites you to stop performing and start creating? In this episode of Transforming 45, host Lisa Boate sits down with visionary artist Karen Edgett for a soulful, expansive conversation about midlife transformation, menopause as liberation, conscious food, and co-creating with nature. Karen shares her journey from living a “functional” life to fully embracing her identity as a visionary artist, exploring how art, intuition, and nature guide us back to truth—especially during menopause and midlife awakening. This episode is a must-listen if you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, identity shifts, creative reawakening, or spiritual curiosity in midlife. In This Episode, We Explore: Menopause as a liberating initiation, not a loss Why midlife is a portal back to your truest sell The power of holding multiple truths without judgment How food impacts intuition, energy, and consciousness Discernment vs. judgment (and why it matters in midlife) Co-creating with the universe—and listening to nature’s wisdom What flowers can teach us about healing, beauty, and presence Why younger generations may access intuition more freely The importance of pausing, meditation, and slowing down Key Takeaways: Menopause can be a time of deep freedom, creativity, and self-discovery Midlife often cracks us open in the best possible way Food is energetic, not just fuel Judgment blocks growth; discernment creates clarity Nature is a collaborator, not a backdrop Flowers hold intelligence and communicate wisdom Stillness is essential for accessing inner truth Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Transformative Art and Food 01:38 The Journey of a Visionary Artist 04:47 Exploring Multiple Truths in Midlife 10:47 Navigating Judgment and Discernment 14:41 Liberation Post-Menopause 18:54 Trusting Yourself and Others 22:39 Finding Your True Self 24:25 The Illusion of Essentiality 25:03 Embracing Life's Absurdities 26:54 The Power of Nature and Art 29:31 The Journey of Transformation 30:47 Connecting Heart and Mind 33:08 The Wisdom of Flowers 35:44 Food, Consciousness, and Connection 38:01 Nature's Messages and Miracles Why This Episode Matters: If you’re feeling the call to slow down, listen inward, reclaim creativity, or redefine who you are after 45, this conversation offers grounding, permission, and inspiration. It’s a reminder that midlife isn’t an ending, it’s a return. Let’s Stay Connected: Website Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at [email protected] Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with Karin: Website Facebook Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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What happens when midlife invites you to stop performing and start creating? In this episode of Transforming 45, host Lisa Boate sits down with visionary artist Karen Edgett for a soulful, expansive conversation about midlife transformation, menopause as liberation, conscious food, and co-creating with nature. Karen shares her journey from living a “functional” life to fully embracing her identity as a visionary artist, exploring how art, intuition, and nature guide us back to truth—especially during menopause and midlife awakening. This episode is a must-listen if you’re navigating perimenopause, menopause, identity shifts, creative reawakening, or spiritual curiosity in midlife. In This Episode, We Explore: Menopause as a liberating initiation, not a loss Why midlife is a portal back to your truest sell The power of holding multiple truths without judgment How food impacts intuition, energy, and consciousness Discernment vs. judgment (and why it matters in midlife) Co-creating with the universe—and listening to nature’s wisdom What flowers can teach us about healing, beauty, and presence Why younger generations may access intuition more freely The importance of pausing, meditation, and slowing down Key Takeaways: Menopause can be a time of deep freedom, creativity, and self-discovery Midlife often cracks us open in the best possible way Food is energetic, not just fuel Judgment blocks growth; discernment creates clarity Nature is a collaborator, not a backdrop Flowers hold intelligence and communicate wisdom Stillness is essential for accessing inner truth Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to Transformative Art and Food 01:38 The Journey of a Visionary Artist 04:47 Exploring Multiple Truths in Midlife 10:47 Navigating Judgment and Discernment 14:41 Liberation Post-Menopause 18:54 Trusting Yourself and Others 22:39 Finding Your True Self 24:25 The Illusion of Essentiality 25:03 Embracing Life's Absurdities 26:54 The Power of Nature and Art 29:31 The Journey of Transformation 30:47 Connecting Heart and Mind 33:08 The Wisdom of Flowers 35:44 Food, Consciousness, and Connection 38:01 Nature's Messages and Miracles Why This Episode Matters: If you’re feeling the call to slow down, listen inward, reclaim creativity, or redefine who you are after 45, this conversation offers grounding, permission, and inspiration. It’s a reminder that midlife isn’t an ending, it’s a return. Let’s Stay Connected: Website Instagram Facebook Facebook Group Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at [email protected] Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with Karin: Website Facebook Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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