Turning 40 and Shedding Old Identities

In the year leading up to her 50th birthday, Jennifer found herself divorced, an empty nester, let go from her career, and bed-ridden with a stress-related illness. In the space of a year, all of her identities were stripped away from her and, most days, she couldn’t even get out of bed. That led to wondering what was wrong with her and why her life had crumbled when everyone else looked like they had it all together. She wondered, ‘if I'm not a wife, if I'm not a mother, if I'm not a corporate executive, then who am I?’ Guest Bio Jennifer Arthurton is the founder and creator of Old Chicks Know Sh*t, a community and a podcast designed to inspire and support midlife women in chasing their dreams and creating their kick ass next chapter.  Jennifer is a former Fortune 500 marketing executive turned midlife mentor, podcast host, writer and speaker. Having survived her own midlife crisis and subsequent course correction, she has a passion for helping other women uncover the inherent power and wisdom of a time of  life when they often feel overlooked and doubt themselves most. Turning 40 and Shedding Old IdentitiesIn this episode of the Forty Drinks Podcast, Stephanie interviews Jennifer Arhturon, who went through a transformative midlife crisis at the age of 50. Jennifer shares her journey of self-discovery and how she navigated the challenges of divorce, empty nest syndrome, and a stress-related illness that left her bedridden. She discusses the importance of listening to your inner voice and honoring your desires and dreams. Jennifer also talks about the mission behind her podcast, Old Chicks Know Shit, which aims to empower women in their 40s and beyond to embrace their wisdom and live fulfilling lives. This episode is a reminder that it's never too late to reinvent yourself and find happiness in the next chapter of life.Highlights from the episode:Jennifer's realization that she was living a life based on external validation and the need to prove her worth. The wake-up call she received when her life fell apart at the age of 50, leading to a period of self-reflection and discovery.The importance of paying attention to the whispers and nudges of dissatisfaction, rather than ignoring them and having to deal with burnout and break down.Jennifer's journey of getting to know herself and uncovering her true desires and passions.The power of meditation and stillness in finding clarity and connecting with one's inner voice.Embracing creativity as a means of self-expression and fulfillment.The mission of Old Chicks Know Shit to remind women that they are more than their external appearances and to empower them to embrace their wisdom and share their gifts with the world.If you enjoyed this episode, don't forget to rate, follow, and review the Forty Drinks Podcast.Guest ResourcesJennifer’s Special Offer for Forty Drinks Listeners: How to get unstuck and create your best next chapterOld Chicks Know Shit PodcastOld Chicks Know Shit on Facebook Old Chicks Know Shit on InstagramDo you have the Midlife Ick? Download Stephanie’s guide to the Ick to diagnose whether you or someone you love is suffering from this insidious midlife malaise. www.fortydrinks.com/ick Listen, Rate & SubscribeApple Podcasts SpotifyAmazon PodcastsGoogle PodcastsSponsorThe Forty Drinks Podcast is produced and presented by Savoir Faire Marketing/Communications