Life Take Two with Mindy Baer

🌐 Join me for my free webinar on June 18: https://www.mindybaer.com/event-details/say-it-like-you-mean-it👉 Connect with Caro:The Well Community: https://carolinedeposada.com/thewell/ Instagram: [@carolinedeposada] https://www.instagram.com/carolinedeposada/ Bliss’n Up Podcast: https://www.youtube.com/playlist?list=PLbWoMibpXK13KYTFpiDpzAT87r4-xn-Nw “Looking Over the Edge” by Caroline de Posada: https://a.co/d/06OaMkrh This week on Life Take Two, I'm talking with my friend Caroline de Posada. She walked away from a successful law career, reinvented her life, became an incredible coach, and along the way completely transformed her health as well. We talk about coaching, change, courage, and why the biggest transformations rarely start where you think they will. And did I mention that Caro is also MY coach?👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

👉 Join me for my free webinar on June 18: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/event-details/say-it-like-you-mean-itOn today's episode I discuss the hidden cost of not knowing what you want, and just as significantly, not being able to SAY it. Without even realizing it, we are sabotaging ourselves almost daily. Tune in and get clear on this Life Take Two Episode.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

👉 Connect with Rachel Smith:Infinite Intimacy Therapy: https://www.infiniteintimacytherapy.com/Instagram: @infiniteintimacytherapy - https://www.instagram.com/infiniteintimacytherapy/It's time to talk about S E X. In this episode I am joined by Sex Therapist Rachel Smith. And we discuss all the things you would want to hear about from an expert in the field.  Whether it's delving into intimacy, arousal, orgasm or anything else….its all right here.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

Yup, this episode contains carbs! Today I share my ongoing weight struggle and the reality of it all. UGH. It's not easy, not fun… but certainly worth it. If you've ever struggled with food—or know someone else who does… this episode is for you.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode, I’m talking about something that hits hard for so many of us, especially if you’ve spent years being the easy one, the flexible one, the person who keeps the peace and makes everyone else comfortable. I get into what that really costs over time, how overexplaining, people pleasing, and shrinking yourself can slowly become an identity, and why growth often makes other people uncomfortable before it sets you free. I’m also sharing a few simple ways to start speaking more clearly, showing up more honestly, and being direct without losing your kindness. If you’ve been feeling resentful, unseen, or like nobody fully knows the real you, this conversation is for you. 👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

👉 Connect with Gilza Fort Martinez:Website: https://www.gilzafort.com/The Loud Whispers: https://a.co/d/0dqAI9X8Give Me A BOOST: https://a.co/d/024e5liYGilza Fort-Martinez is a psychotherapist and wise human.  In our chat, Gilza shares her own painful story of betrayal - how she moved on - and shares the four “R’s” so important for each of us.  She is living proof that there is a way to find happiness and find yourself.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

👉 Connect with Stephanie Arnold:Book Stephanie as a speaker: https://stephaniearnold.net/For more info on the AFE Foundation: Afesupport.org37 Seconds audiobook available wherever books are soldDid you ever have a premonition that wouldn’t go away? In this week’s episode I sit down with my friend Stephanie Arnold. Her intuition not only proved to be right - but to be deadly. Her story of life and death…and life again is one not to miss.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode I hit pause on the huge life events and zoom in on the tiny moments that quietly change everything. I’m talking about noticing the everyday stuff, choosing small acts of intention, and letting little rituals add up to a life that actually feels good. Come hang out with me, take a breath, and think about one tiny thing you can try this week.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

👉 Connect with Emily Tanner:Website: ⁠https://www.bravewidow.com/aboutPodcast: https://www.bravewidow.com/podcasts/brave-widow-showInstagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/brave_widowFaceBook: https://www.facebook.com/bravewidow/This week I sit down with my colleague and friend Emily Tanner. Just one month shy of her 20th wedding anniversary the unthinkable happened. What Emily did… and what she does… is incredible. Join me for this story of loss, renewal and growth.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

This week, I sit down with the amazing actor Steve Guttenberg. In this very real conversation, we’ll discuss Steve’s early days in Hollywood and his rise to real movie-star fame. Steve opens up about friendship, staying grounded and aging gracefully. With fifty years in the business, Steve has a lot to share.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode, we’ll talk about how to initiate real change… is it knowing what you want to have, what you have to do, or how you should be? A mindset shift is what it takes, and I will share how you can reach your goals FINALLY. If you need a spark to get going, or are not sure how to even begin…then this episode is for you.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

👉 Connect with Betsy Guerra:Hurt 2 Hope: Heal the Pain of Loss, Grief, and Adversity -  https://a.co/d/05dN0hFMFaith and Growth Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/faith-and-growth/id1820423296Faith Based Coaching Academy: https://faithbasedcoachingacademy.com/In this episode, I sit down with a guest who has lived through the unimaginable. Join me as we discuss resilience, pain and love - and how she came through the other side of tragedy. No matter what challenges us, there are always choices to be made. This conversation will move you in ways you aren't expecting.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode of LTT, we dive into those midlife moments where everything just changes… Rebuilding is an inside job - and it starts from the ground up. We need to ask ourselves some of the hard questions we haven’t even THOUGHT about in decades. I share the very unexpected end of my on-air radio days, and what came next. If you have ever felt unsure or on shaky ground, grab a coffee, get comfy and give yourself the time and room to figure it out. And have this episode on of course!👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

The Fifth Diamond by Irene Zisblatt: https://a.co/d/0cLDgeWNThe Last Days: https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0174852/In this episode, I sit down with an incredibly special guest whose story truly embodies what Life Take Two is all about. I talk with a 97 year old Holocaust survivor who shares her firsthand memories of surviving Auschwitz, enduring the death march, and finding the strength to keep living in honor of those who didn’t make it. We dive into resilience, perspective, and what it really means to start again even after unimaginable loss. 👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this week’s episode of Life Take Two, I open up about something that hits close to home: friendship and loneliness in midlife. I share my own experiences with how friendships change as we get older, what it feels like to be left out, and why connection is so important to our happiness and even our health. If you’ve been feeling a little isolated or craving real connection, this one’s for you. Let’s talk about how to make life feel full again.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

Don is back again and we talk all about the real-life experience of blending a family—what works, what doesn’t, and what we’ve learned along the way. In this episode of Life Take Two, we get open and honest about balancing different parenting styles, dealing with step‑parent dynamics, and finding humor in the chaos of raising six kids between us. We even share what it’s been like stepping into the grandparent stage together and how that changes family connections all over again. If you’re part of a blended family or just curious about how to keep love strong through all the messy moments, this conversation is for you.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode of Life Take Two, I talk about the way we show up. Without realizing it, we tell people how to treat us. Every. Single. Day. This one’s all about being the strong, worthy, and fully in command person you are.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode, I sit down with the amazing Paola Arencibia, a former teacher who completely reinvented her life to become a stylist helping women rediscover themselves through their closets. We talk about what it really means to have a “take two” in life, the emotional weight hiding in our wardrobes, and how fashion can be so much more than clothes—it’s confidence, healing, and self-expression. If you’ve ever stood in front of your closet thinking you have nothing to wear, this one’s for you. Grab a coffee, peek into your own closet, and join us for some real talk, a few laughs, and maybe the push you need to start your next chapter.👉 Connect with Paola Arencibia:Website: https://serious-style.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/seriousstyle_mia/👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode of Life Take Two, I’m talking all about finding and using your voice. If you’ve ever caught yourself overexplaining, apologizing too much, or backing away from what you really want to say, this one’s for you. I share why women especially fall into those habits and how to stop them once and for all.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this first episode of 2026, I open up about one of the most pivotal moments in my life and what it taught me about finding happiness after heartbreak. I share a story from a time when my life felt like it was falling apart and joy seemed impossible, but over dinner in New York with my mom, something changed. I found a quiet spark of hope that caught me by surprise. If you’ve ever wondered when life starts to feel good again after loss or big change, this conversation is for you. I’ll remind you that there’s always a life waiting for you that you can’t yet imagine, and you really can be happy again.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode of Life Take Two, I talk about ending 2025 with intention and stepping into 2026 without the pressure of resolutions or “new year, new you” vibes. If you’re craving a fresh start that actually feels like you, this conversation will hit home.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode, I am asking you “WHY NOT?” Why aren't you doing what you want? Of course there is fear and hesitation… let’s get into it!👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

🎟️ Register for the upcoming Masterclass → https://www.mindybaer.com/event-listThis week on Life Take Two, I share a big family milestone that’s shaking up my identity in the best way. I talk about the emotions, the funny trip down the baby-gear rabbit hole, blended family moments, and a tender hospital hour that changed everything. Ready for the promotion I knew was coming but still blows my mind? Hit play and celebrate it with me.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

🎟️ Register for the upcoming Masterclass → https://www.mindybaer.com/event-listHappy Thanksgiving! Today we discuss the chaos of the holiday season with blended families and all the love, drama, and laughter that come with it. If you’ve ever juggled exes, stepkids, and Google Calendar-level scheduling, this one’s for you. We’ll talk about finding joy in the mess, ditching old expectations, and remembering that matching pajamas aren’t mandatory for a great holiday. Grab a drink, take a breath, and let’s do this together.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

🎟️ Register for the upcoming Masterclass → https://www.mindybaer.com/event-listIn this episode of Life Take Two, I open up about what I call reverse middle-age discrimination and why it’s time we stop letting the world tell us we’re past our prime. I share stories, a few laughs, and a little righteous anger about how society treats women of a certain age while reminding you that we’re not outdated we’re upgraded.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

🎟️ Register for the upcoming Masterclass → https://www.mindybaer.com/event-listToday, I sit down with my husband Don for a candid and hilarious conversation about love, second chances, and what it’s really like diving back into the dating pool after divorce. From awkward setups to our not-so-glamorous first date in a convertible (hello, frizzy hair!), we talk about finding connection later in life, the joys and chaos of blending families, and the unexpected twists that lead to true partnership.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

🎟️ Register for the upcoming Masterclass → https://www.mindybaer.com/event-listToday’s topic is the F word… and no, not that one! I’m talking about fifty (and for me, sixty). In this episode, I get real about what it means to hit midlife without letting old checklists or society’s timelines define us. I’m exploring why midlife isn’t an ending but the start of something bold, creative, and completely our own. It’s not about staying young - it’s about living well, chasing joy, and taking your turn. If you’ve ever thought, “Is this it?” - trust me, it’s not. This is where life gets good.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

🎟️ Register for the upcoming Masterclass → https://www.mindybaer.com/event-listToday’s topic is the empty nest. When this hits- it HITS. From the deafening silence to the quiet panic of “what’s next”…. we will cover it all. The kids are gone so let’s deal with it!👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

🎟️ Register for the upcoming Masterclass → https://www.mindybaer.com/event-listIn this episode of Life Take Two, I talk about what it really means to be “number two,” whether that’s a second wife, a second husband, or simply someone getting a second chance at love and happiness. I share my own story of finding love again after divorce, the ups and downs of blending families, and the common misconceptions about second marriages. From planning a wedding in midlife to handling judgment for wearing a white dress again, I speak honestly about vulnerability, connection, and the joy of building something meaningful the second time around. If you have ever felt like it’s too late to start over, this episode will remind you that life can get even better with your next chapter.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this week’s episode of Life Take Two, I get completely real about the wild, awkward, and unexpectedly hilarious journey of dating again in midlife. From swearing I’d rather live on a mountain in celibate peace to surviving my first blind date and even tackling what I like to call “secondary virginity,” I share it all — the nerves, the laughter, the lessons, and ultimately the surprise of finding love when I least expected it. If you’ve ever thought it’s too late or too weird to start over, this episode proves that life — and love — just might get even better the second time around.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this episode of Life Take Two, I dive into one of the most personal and persistent struggles of my life—my relationship with weight. From my earliest memories to the countless diets, the emotional eating, and the never‑ending search for balance, I’m sharing the honest, unfiltered truth about what it’s really like to live in a body that has been at every size. This isn’t about shame or perfection—it’s about compassion, understanding, and finally finding a little peace in the middle. If you’ve ever fought this battle or loved someone who has, you’re not alone.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

In this very first episode of Life Take Two, I’m opening the door and inviting you into my story. You’ll hear why I created this podcast, what it really means to start over, and how the lessons I’ve lived (and am still living) shape the conversations we’re going to have together. This is a space for honesty, laughter, resilience, and inspiration—because no matter where you are in life, it’s never too late for your next chapter.👉 Connect with Me:Website: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/⁠Instagram: ⁠https://www.instagram.com/mindybaer⁠Coaching & Resources: ⁠https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching⁠

Life didn’t go as planned...OK. I bet you’re used to rolling with the punches. Not this many punches, but whatever.Listen, you’re not like everyone else. You’re still open. You’re not ready to roll over and die just because you hit 50. And I know you feel it—that little flicker of possibility.I’m Mindy Baer. Between my life being worthy of a dateline episode PLUS 15 years on radio and coaching hundreds of people through mid life - I’ve realized there IS a secret sauce! (and I don’t keep secrets well….)This is Life Take 2—I promise there will be no toxic nauseating positivity UGH. Here we’re figuring out what actually works... And having fun along the way!New episodes drop Thursdays. Sometimes Friday because I run late. Tell a friend. Or five.👉 Connect with Me:Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/mindybaerWebsite: https://www.mindybaer.com/Coaching & Resources: https://www.mindybaer.com/life-coaching