What Does It Mean to Age with Purpose? Her Comeback with Robin Kencel

What Does It Mean to Age with Purpose? | Robin Kencel What if the next chapter of your life isn't about reinventing yourself — but rediscovering who you were always meant to be? In this rich conversation, Michelle sits down with Robin Kencel — certified spiritual director, seven-time Pro-Am ballroom champion, hospice volunteer, and the voice behind the Substack Aging with Purpose. Robin brings wisdom earned across six careers, a pageant stage, a broken foot, and a pilgrimage to Lourdes — and she's not slowing down at 68. In this episode, you'll hear: What spiritual direction actually is (and why it's not therapy or Bible study) Why midlife is such a powerful turning point — and what happens when the roles that defined us start to fall away The biggest lie women tell themselves after 50 ("I'm too old") — and how to rewrite it How to begin listening to your inner life again, starting with the practice of stillness The difference between reinventing yourself and rediscovering who you were made to be Why women over 50 feel invisible — and why Robin refuses to hand that power over How improv acting gave Robin unexpected confidence — and what that means for you The one habit-building strategy Robin swears by (hint: James Clear would agree) Robin's challenge to you: Start with a list. What are your non-negotiables? What did you love as a child? What's one thing that's been quietly calling you? Then do a little bit of that thing — every single day. Connect with Robin Kencel: 🌐 robinkencel.com 📧 Substack: Aging with Purpose 📱 Social: @robinkencel Episode Sponsor This episode is sponsored by author Patti Brown. You may remember Patti from Season 1 — she left quite an impression, and for good reason. https://youtu.be/xXHI7_0SNpo?si=TCY99pVK67vP45Co 📖 The Quiet Voice — A collection of personal essays about struggling with addiction and finding a way out, not through force, but by learning to follow that quiet inner voice we all carry. A feel-good story of overcoming, gratitude, and hope. 👉 https://a.co/d/0eymx9c8 🐢 Lola and the Sea Turtle — Patti's beautiful children's book, perfect for the little ones in your life. 👉 https://a.co/d/0gzOmlcZ Look her up. You'll be glad you did. Courageously You: Seven Simple Frameworks to Create the Life You Love by Michelle Thompson is available on Amazon starting June 25th. Mark your calendar, set a reminder, and share it with a friend who needs it. 📍 hercomebackpodcast.com