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Taking Back Happy | Faith & Encouragement for Midlife Women Reclaiming Their Joy
by Gina Granville, Christian Life Coach
What if you could reimagine your life: finding deep joy, renewed passion & purpose and plenty of adventure in these midlife years?You can! The best is yet to come! God loves you and desires that you rediscover His joy and purpose in this season of life.Gina will empower you, as a midlife women, to find your ”what’s next” by exploring the possibilities, inspiring you to take action and sharing how you can take back your happy.
Episodes
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Ep 59 - Taking Back Happy When Life Breaks Your Heart.
Maybe you are not grieving what happened. Maybe you are actually grieving what you thought would happen. In this episode, we're talking about broken dreams, unmet expectations, unexpected grace, and why loss and disappointment don't get the final word. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out…
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Ep 58 - What My First Solo Trip Taught Me About Courage, Confidence, And Saying Yes!
What happens when a midlife woman stops waiting for someone to go with her and simply says yes? When my podcast reached 2000 downloads, I celebrated in a way I'd never celebrated before: By taking my first trip completely alone. What I discovered surprised me. If you've been waiting for…
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Ep 57- What If We're Starting Over...But Not From Ground Zero?
What if feeling restless, stuck, or unsure about what comes next in midlife, isn't a sign that something is wrong? What if it is actually an invitation? An invitation to dream again, create again, and to become more fully yourself than you've been in years. Maybe your story isn't winding down....
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Ep 56 - Help! I'm Stuck Between Regret And Resentment!
What if the reason you can't move forward has nothing to do with your circumstances? This week we're talking about the emotional place so many women quietly live, somewhere between regret and resentment. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with some joy seeking, midlife women just like you?...
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Ep 55 - Putting Yourself Out There Again: An Interview With Marie Griffin!
Getting back in the dating game after a divorce can be both challenging and scary. Check out this week's episode, as I interview Marie Griffin. She shares her personal story, offers solid advice, and gives hope for Taking Back Love in a healthy, happy relationship. Hey friend! Do you want to come...
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Ep 54- Why Mother's Day Feels Different Now
What if Mother's Day isn't exposing your children, but your somewhat unrealistic expectations? This week we are having a honest conversation many midlife moms quietly carry but rarely say out loud: Why does Mother's Day feel heavier now that the kids are grown? We'll consider the painful gap...
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Ep 53 - What If You Didn't Miss God?
You prayed about it. You stepped out in faith. And then it didn't go the way you expected. So now you are wondering: Did I miss God? In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we're talking about the freedom that comes when you realize the outcome is not yours to carry. Maybe the results aren't proof...
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Ep 52 - Caring For The Ones Who Once Carried You.
You don't see it coming. The moment when the people who once carried you begin to need you in new ways. Suddenly, you are holding more than just your own life; memories, responsibility, emotions, and the pain of watching things change. In this episode, we're talking about caring for aging…
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Ep 51 - The Weight Is Over: Why You're Not Doing What You Actually Want To Do.
You know what to do. You want to do better. So why do you keep ending up in the same place? In this episode, we're uncovering the hidden reason you keep doing what you don't want to do, and how to finally break the cycle for good. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with some joy seeking,...
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Ep 50 - When Life Feels Full, But Your Heart Feels Empty
Your life is full...so why does your heart feel empty? In this episode, we're getting honest about what's really behind that disconnect, and how the pace you're living at might be quietly stealing your peace, your relationships, and your connection with God. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang…
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Ep 49 - We Overcome By The Word Of Our Testimony: My Personal Story.
This week's podcast is a little different. Since we just celebrated Easter, I wanted to share my personal faith testimony with you. I pray you will be blessed and encouraged, as you peek behind the scenes of my life. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with some joy seeking, midlife women…
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Ep 48 - Why Your Life Feels Off: The Math Problem That's Stealing Your Joy.
What if your life isn't actually the problem, your equation is? In this episode, Gina breaks down the hidden math that's quietly stealing your joy, and how you can start changing that equation today. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with some joy seeking, midlife women just like you?…
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Ep 47 - You Didn't Lose Yourself...So Where Did You Go?
What if the identity you've been living out, isn't the one God actually designed for you? In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we look at how identity is shaped, how it can change, and how discovering our identity in Christ may just be the key to finding your spark again. Hey friend! Do you want...
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Ep 46 - Put That Down And Start Taking Back Happy!
What if the thing weighing you down right now, was never yours to carry? So many women walk through life carrying the choices, emotions, consequences and outcomes of the people they love most in this world. But God never called us to carry anyone else's load. In this episode, we talk about how to...
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Ep 45 - Ponchos, Perspective, And Taking Back Happy: 10 Lessons I Learned On The Trail
Midlife and camping have a lot in common. Hiking with friends. Splashing in the rain. Needing a little help in the dark. Discovering the view is worth the hike. And somehow... it's still beautiful! Let's talk about the trail, the laughter, and why your spark might be waiting somewhere between the...
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Ep 44 - Learning To Rise Again: What Midlife Women Can Learn From Alysa Liu
What if stepping away is actually the bravest move you can make? What if doing life your way changes everything? And what if struggle isn't something to avoid, but something that brings you back to life? Today we're looking at the powerful comeback story of Alysa Liu, and what her journey can…
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Ep 43 - What If Helping Isn't Actually Helping?
What if helping isn't actually helping? What if love doesn't always solve, sometimes it just stays. What if we consider the peace we can have when we don't focus on making everything better. Join Gina for a freeing conversation about sharing the gift of our presence, while letting go of rescuing...
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Ep 42 - The Missing Piece Of Midlife Joy No One Talks About.
If midlife feels a little lonelier than you expected, maybe you're not imagining it. You are not meant to walk alone. Discover the missing piece of joy most women overlook, and how that connection can bring your heart back to life. The Taking Back Happy Workshop starts tonight, Monday, Feb 16! We...
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Ep 41 - You're Single. It's Valentine's Day. Now What Are You Going To Do About It?
If Valentine's Day feels complicated this year this episode is for you. We're talking about the quiet ache for something real, why surface level connection isn't enough anymore, and how God meets us in the longing. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with a group of resilient midlife women...
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Ep 40 - Circle The Wagons: An Interview With Shelenea Harris
There comes a point in midlife when we realize strength doesn't come from doing everything ourselves, it comes from who we let stand beside us. In this episode I interview my friend and mentor, Shelenea Harris. We talk about her life and ministry as well as the importance of circling the wagons…
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Ep 39 - How Can I Ever Trust Myself Again? Maybe God Will Meet Me There.
What if the voice you've been doubting is the very voice God has been shaping all along? What if learning to trust yourself again, wasn't a slap in God's face, but an opportunity for Him to be proud of the woman you are becoming? Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with a group of resilient...
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Ep 38 - Indiana! Oh, Oh, It's Magic!!
What does an unexpected football comeback have to do with midlife? Everything! This episode is for women ready to believe again, rewrite old stories, and step fully into their comeback season. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with a group of resilient midlife women just like you? Inside…
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Ep 37 - One Direction : All God's Girls' Say Amen!!
As a new year begins, many of us ask God to change our circumstances, but what if the real invitation is something else entirely? In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we will explore what happens when you stop waiting for clarity and start taking one faithful step forward. If you've been feeling…
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Ep 36 - Gina's Top 10 For 2026!
Every January, we're told to make resolutions; to do more, try harder, "fix" ourselves But what if this year wasn’t about what you are going to do, but who you want to be? Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with a group of resilient midlife women just like you? Inside my free Taking Back...
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Ep 35 - But He Ran...Lessons From Peter For Midlife Women Navigating Change
He walked on water. He fell hard. And he still ran toward Jesus. In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we look at Peter's messy faith and what it means for us, as women navigating change, battling doubt, and leaping into second chances in midlife. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with a...
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Ep 34 - You Are Free To Embrace The Season: Faith, Family, Friends & Fun!
Slow down and savor the season. In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we talk about letting go of holiday guilt, embracing rest, and finding joy in the present moment through faith, family, friends and fun. Hey friend! Do you want to come hang out with a group of resilient midlife women just like...
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Ep 33 - Navigating The Midlife Messy Middle With Faith And Encouragement!
This episode is about navigating the messy middle of midlife with faith, hope and practical tools for new beginnings. Gina share's biblical encouragement, mindset coaching and simple steps to help you move forward, even when life feels overwhelming or uncertain. If you are looking for Christian...
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Ep 32 - Life Gets To Be Good Again-Special Guest Interview With Lawana Schrieffer
In this week's episode of Taking Back Happy, I have the special treat of interviewing my friend, Lawana Schrieffer, as she shares her honest, faith-filled story of walking through divorce and discovering joy on the other side. With vulnerability, wisdom and a whole lot of grace she reminds us…
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Ep 31- Single For The Holidays!
Let's get real about being single during the Christmas season: including the freedom, frustration and faith that it takes to hold you together. This is quick, honest encouragement for Christian women who desire joy, peace and purpose in a season that can feel heavy. If you are navigating divorce,...
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Ep 30 - I Know The Holidays Should Be Happy, But Where's The Magic?
The holidays promise joy, but they often bring stress, family tension, and unrealistic expectations. In this episode you will find simple mindset tools and faith-based encouragement to help protect your peace and let go of the pressure to make everything perfect. Find calm, choose joy, and Take...
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Ep 29 - But What If You Did Know?
This week we're talking about rebuilding self-trust in midlife. Somewhere along the way, through serving, supporting and carrying everyone else, many of us forgot how to trust our own God-given instincts. We started second guessing ourselves instead of believing what God has placed inside of us....
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Ep 28 - Walking Through Darkness, Grasping For Light: How We Can Find Happy In Heartbreak.
Hi friend, this week's episode is special to me; tender, honest and deeply real. Because taking back happy doesn't mean life suddenly stops hurting. Sometimes joy and grief sit in the same room. Sometimes faith is choosing to breathe when your heart is breaking. Hey friend! Do you want to come…
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Ep 27 -Let's Beat The 95%: What Do You Do When You Are Stuck In Survival Mode?
Have you ever caught yourself reacting or worrying and thought, "Why do I keep doing that?" Here is the thing: 95% of what we do every day is run by our subconscious thoughts, old programming that's often stuck in survival mode. But we were made for more than survival mode. Today we are talking...
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Ep 26 - Am I Screwing It Up, Or Figuring It Out?
Feeling a little "in between" and not sure what's next? You're in good company! In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we'll dive into the messy, beautiful process of figuring it out, without the pressure to have all the answers. You might find a spark of joy, a hint of direction, and a reminder...
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Ep - 25 Cue The Spotlight: You Might Just Be Rehearsing For Your Next Act!
Sometimes it feels like the curtain's closed, the kids are grown, the house is quiet, and you begin to wonder, What now? But what if this isn't the end of your story? What if it's just a rehearsal for your next act? Hi friend, I'm Gina, and in this episode of Empty Nesters Taking Back Happy…
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Ep 24 - Girl It's Your Superpower: Which Helps With What's Next After Empty Nest!
Feeling a little disconnected in your empty nest season? The struggle is real! God wired you for connection. Let's explore how He designed you to bring life, joy and belonging to others. When you operate in your superpower you'll gain clarity on the best next step. Hey friend! Do you want to come...
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Ep 23 - Faith & What's Next: 5 Things I Learned From Online Dating!
Dating apps in midlife...who knew swiping could bring both laughter and lessons? In this episode of Empty Nesters Taking Back Happy, I share five funny, faith-filled takeaways from navigating the world of online dating. From ghosting to "jet ski guy", we'll uncover what these experiences reveal...
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Ep 22 - Clarity, Courage & New Beginnings Found In Physical Health!
Strong body. Strong spirit. Strong confidence. In this episode of Empty Nesters Taking Back Happy, we'll dive into how fitness and wellness choices in midlife set you up for success in every other area of life. From building confidence to erasing doubt, your physical health gives you the strength...
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Ep 21 - What Do We Do When Fear, Insecurity And Doubt Hit Hard In This Season?
During this season, our stories may look different. One woman may be struggling with an empty nest, much as I did, another may be starting a new career, and still another may be facing relationship changes. But underneath it all, we tend to share the same struggles: fear, insecurity and doubt. In...
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Ep 20 - What If The Empty Nest Doesn't Have To Mean Empty Life?
What do you envision when you hear the term "empty nest"? A lonely woman? A forgotten mom? Someone who lacks purpose? What if instead of dreading the empty nest years, we could look forward, celebrate, and move confidently into the next season of life? Join my friend, Donna, and I as we discuss…
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Ep 19 - Will God Actually Turn Adversity Into Adventure?
Have you ever had a plan go completely sideways? When our home rental plans fell apart, I didn't expect God to turn it into one of the best adventures of my life! In this episode, I share three lessons from that experience: how to reset your mindset, why adventure awakens joy, and how faith takes...
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Ep 18 - What If We Chose To Throw Confetti For The Ordinary?
This week on Taking Back Happy, we're talking about the power of celebrating everyday wins. Wins like saying yes when you could have said no, having the courage to step out when it would have been easier to shrink back, and even finding joy in folding laundry or sipping coffee with Jesus. Because...
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Ep 17 - What If God's Not Done, He's Just Changing The Playlist?
The kids are grown, the house is quiet, and now you are wondering, what's next? In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we're talking about the real emotions of empty nesting; the loss, the pressure to figure it out, and the surprising opportunity God has for you in this new season. If you've…
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Ep 16 Are You Feeling Stuck, Afraid, Or Like There Is Never Enough?
If you having been feeling stuck, afraid, or like there is never enough, this episode is for you. This week on Taking Back Happy, we're talking about the real root of scarcity, and believe it or not, it isn't the number in your bank account. It is your belief system. Gina unpacks how fear and…
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Ep 15 - If They Are Your Lifeline, You Just Might Drown.
Have you been leaning a little too hard on your husband, partner, kids or friends to keep you emotionally steady? In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we're talking about how midlife is the perfect time to stop outsourcing your peace, and start building inner strength rooted in God and supported...
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Ep 14 - It Is My Birthday! Let's Connect!
I this week's BONUS episode of Taking Back Happy, I'm tossing the outline and showing up as...me. I'm sharing my top 10! Real life. Real me. Random, honest and hopefully relatable. This is a chance for us to connect, laugh a little and remind each other we are on this midlife journey of Taking…
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Ep 13 - Midlife Inspiration: It Only Takes A Spark!
Have you lost your spark? It happens! But midlife doesn't have to mean stuck life. In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we will dive into three fun, faith-filled ways to find what inspires you again. Whether you are craving creativity, adventure, or just something that just feels new, God can…
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Ep 12 -Flip The Script
Do you just wish everyone else would just change already?! Me too! But here is the truth: your real power is in the mindset. In this episode of Taking Back Happy, we're talking about how to shift your thoughts (even if nothing else shifts), reframe tough moments, and find peace from the inside…
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Ep - 11 To Be Happy, Or Not To Be, That Is The Question!
I have a special guest my friends! My dear friend, and fellow life coach, Lawana Schrieffer, is here to discuss the origins of Taking Back Happy. We will examine the question: Does God really want us to be Happy? Lawana is an introvert extrovert meaning she loves building community and can talk…
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Ep 10 - She Came. She Grew. She Created!
Feeling a little stuck? Are you craving something more? You are not broken. You are wired to grow and create! In this episode, we will explore why growth matters, what happens when we don't create, and how we can build a life that actually matters. Let's take back our happy, stepping out in faith...
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What if you could reimagine your life: finding deep joy, renewed passion & purpose and plenty of adventure in these midlife years?You can! The best is yet to come! God loves you and desires that you rediscover His joy and purpose in this season of life.Gina will empower you, as a midlife women, to find your ”what’s next” by exploring the possibilities, inspiring you to take action and sharing how you can take back your happy.
HOSTED BY
Gina Granville, Christian Life Coach
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What if you could reimagine your life: finding deep joy, renewed passion & purpose and plenty of adventure in these midlife years?You can! The best is yet to come! God loves you and desires that you rediscover His joy and purpose in this season of life.Gina will empower you, as a midlife women, to...
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