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The Good Joy Shorts

by Pamela Sylvan

Let's take the concept of joy further and bring it to a vibrant constant in your everyday life. Build on powerful truths with snippets of information geared to help you live a more empowered and fulfilling life.

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Episodes

  1. How Much of Your Life Is Left After Everyone Gets Their Share?

    Breadcrumbs Download: Pamela's Website: Pamela Sylvan shares her personal journey of caregiving for her mother and the profound insights it brought about understanding the finite nature of life and the importance of claiming one's own time. This episode explores the silent expectations placed on...

  2. The Ache of Awareness and Becoming

    WEBSITE: https://pamelasylvan.com Pamela Sylvan explores the inner life of women in midlife, emphasizing the importance of listening to one's inner movement and embracing the ongoing process of self-discovery beyond external achievements. TAKEAWAYS Listening to your inner movement can reveal what...

  3. Do Mothers Purposely Postpone Their Lives?

    Waitlist - 21-Day Command Journey Summary Pamela Sylvan explores the complex relationship between motherhood, personal identity, and societal expectations. She discusses the costs of caregiving, the stigma of choosing oneself, and how women can reclaim their lives after years of prioritizing...

  4. What If Being Occupied Wasn't the Point?

    Summary Pamela Sylvan explores the concept of embracing the later years of life as a time of fullness and growth, rather than decline. She encourages women to recognize their accumulated knowledge, skills, and inner life as valuable assets for creating a meaningful next chapter. Key Topics The...

  5. Breadcrumbs Are the Brief

    You already know more than you think you do. The question you keep returning to. The work that keeps finding you. The loss that changed what you will no longer spend your life on. The desire you have postponed for so long it now feels almost impolite to name. The capacity your current life has...

  6. What a Good Woman Is

    There is a particular kind of “good” woman many of us were trained to become: agreeable, endlessly understanding, useful before she is honest, and skilled at making her own desires seem small enough not to trouble anyone. In this episode of Not My Mama’s Midlife, Pamela Sylvan looks at the…

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  7. Nothing to Grade Here - When Their Gaze is Gone

    Nothing to Grade Here is about grey hair, appetite, and the quiet freedom that arrives when a woman stops treating herself like a public performance. For years, women are trained to be looked at, assessed, corrected, and approved of, beautiful but not vain, ambitious but not threatening, hungry…

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  8. The Dangerous Cushion Between You and Your Life

    She writes the true sentence, then deletes it. In this episode, Pamela slows down inside the single word "just", the small, automatic cushion so many capable women place between themselves and their money, time, and expertise. This isn't about becoming louder. It's about noticing a survival habit...

  9. When Your Body Stops Being Polite

    When Your Body Stops Being Polite Menopause is more than hot flashes, disrupted sleep, brain fog, and a body that suddenly seems to be operating by its own rules. In this episode, Pamela Sylvan explores the deeper shift many women experience when their bodies stop cooperating with a life built...

  10. The Unknowns That Are Quietly Creating Your Body's Future

    You are creating your future right now, whether you're paying attention or not. In this episode, I sit down with Ken, owner of BE‑Elite, where he coaches women online and in person, leads masterclasses on menopause and peptides, and trains practitioners on the deeper mechanics of hormonal health....

  11. The Cost of Living a Life You Don't Believe In

    Pamela tells the truth about the day she realized she was too tired to keep pretending “Professor” was her real life, and what metanoia looks like in midlife when your soul quietly walks away before your résumé does. She introduces Elder Law, the higher woman, and a simple Over/Under Audit to…

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  12. When Your Life Calls Bullshit On Your Words

    How do you know when your life is calling bullshit on your words? In this episode, I talk honestly about the gap between what we say we’re changing and what our bodies, calendars, and days reveal instead. I share where I’ve been all talk—reading, teaching, and talking about the higher woman—while...

  13. The Phase Your Culture Never Planned For

    In this opening episode of Not My Mama’s Midlife, I tell the truth about the moment a life that “works” starts to feel like a costume you forgot to take off. I walk through the three phases most women never get named: the camel who learns to carry, the lion who learns to say no, and the quiet…

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  14. When the World Is Too Much: Soothing a Frayed Nervous System

    On the days when the news cycle, group chats, and your own to‑do list feel like an assault on your body, it’s not “just in your head”—it’s your nervous system talking. In this conversation with Coach Brandy Bebe House, we explore how everyday events dysregulate our systems, especially for women…

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  15. Why Your Obstacles Multiply When You're Ready to Cross

    The Threshold Crossing Guide: pamelasylvan.com Summary In this conversation, Pamela Sylvan discusses the metaphor of the Hydra as a representation of the fears and doubts that arise when one is on the verge of significant personal transformation. She emphasizes that these challenges are not signs...

  16. The False Choice Accomplished Women Face

    The Strategic Threshold Crossing Guide Pamela's Website Summary In this episode, Pamela Sylvan introduces her Threshold Crossing Guide, sharing her personal journey and the mythology behind it. She discusses the false choices faced by accomplished women, emphasizing the need for integration…

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  17. Why Your Office is The Worst Place to Solve Your Biggest Problems (and what to do)

    My Website - pamelasylvan.com Summary In this episode of Not My Mama's Midlife, Pamela Sylvan explores the displacement principle, which suggests that stepping out of familiar environments can lead to enhanced cognitive flexibility and problem-solving abilities. She discusses how intentional...

  18. Choosing Between Mystical & Practical (You Can Be Both)

    THRESHOLD CROSSING GUIDE - - - Summary In this conversation, Pamela Sylvan discusses the importance of integrating spiritual and strategic intelligence for accomplished women. She emphasizes that women often feel torn between their analytical and intuitive sides, which can lead to exhaustion and...

  19. When Your Identity Becomes Obsolete Post -AI

    Download your SOMETHING MORE GUIDE Summary In this episode, Pamela Sylvan discusses the profound identity crisis that accomplished women face in the age of AI. As AI technology advances, many women find their self-worth tied to their cognitive abilities, which are now being challenged by…

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  20. The Assignment That Dies With You

    Clarity Guide Episode Summary In this episode of Not My Mama's Midlife, Pamela Sylvan reflects on the recent loss of friends and the urgency of pursuing one's authentic assignment. She discusses the concept of 'sacred deceptions' that keep individuals from acting on their true passions and...

  21. Having Everything & Feeling Empty

    In this episode of Not My Mama's Midlife, Pamela Sylvan shares her personal journey of realizing that despite her external success, she felt a deep emptiness. She discusses the common experience among accomplished women of feeling stuck between societal expectations and their authentic selves....

  22. The Art of Conscious Dating

    Dating coach Joan Nwosu is rewriting the script for love after 40 with her Love By Design™ framework, a paradigm shift for powerful women who are done settling for misaligned relationships. Her approach is specifically designed for high-achieving women who've done the therapy, built their…

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  23. Why Gratitude Culture Keep Women Stuck

    In this episode of Not My Mama's Midlife, Pamela Sylvan explores the concept of 'sacred deception,' particularly focusing on how gratitude can be weaponized against authentic desires. She discusses the societal pressures faced by accomplished women and how they often suppress their true desires...

  24. The Accomplished Woman's Secret Breaking Point

    In this episode, Pamela Sylvan explores the complex emotional landscape of accomplished women who, despite their external success, feel a deep sense of emptiness and disconnection from their authentic selves. She discusses the concept of 'beautiful lies' which are sophisticated self-deceptions…

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  25. The Intelligence of Restlessness of Successful Women

    Join Pamela Sylvan in this enlightening episode of "Not My Mama's Midlife" as she delves into the often unspoken restlessness experienced by accomplished women. Discover how this feeling is not a flaw but a guide to your next level of personal evolution. Pamela shares insights from her 20+ years…

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  26. The Beautiful Prison of Success

    In this conversation, Pamela Sylvan shares her transformative journey towards authenticity, emphasizing the importance of breaking free from societal expectations and reclaiming one's true self. Through her personal experiences, including near-death moments, she highlights the struggles women…

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  27. Sistema Intelligence vs Social Conditioning. Which One Controls Your Life?

    In this conversation, Pamela Sylvan discusses the journey of personal transformation for women, emphasizing the importance of moving beyond social conditioning to embrace one's true self. She introduces the concept of Sistema Intelligence, which encourages women to trust their inner wisdom and…

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  28. The Integration Imperative

    In this enlightening conversation, guest, Anahita Wanthi, and I explore the themes of sovereignty, authenticity, and the journey of women, particularly those aged 55 and above. We discuss the importance of claiming one's power, the integration of personal experiences, and the role of women in...

  29. Beyond Grandmother: Redefining Your Identity When That Role Never Comes

    In this episode of Not My Mama's Midlife, I explore the evolving identity of women in their sixties, challenging societal expectations and the pressures of traditional milestones. I discusse the 'assumption trap' that women face regarding family roles and the importance of redefining legacy…

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  30. The Art of Closet Shopping

    Closet shopping expert Rebecca Rowe helps us with the challenges of excavating our personal style, wardrobe management, and the importance of having a stylist, especially during life transitions. We discuss the common dilemma of having too many clothes yet feeling like there's nothing to wear…

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  31. The Gifts Of Our 50s

    The crisis we hear about as we approach our 50s is steeped in not knowing who we are and what's still to come. In this solo episode, I talk about this special moment and how to look at it in a new, empowering way. Daily Mojo: https://bit.ly/3UpIRRq

  32. The Layers and the Laughter of Life

    This week's guest, Brandy BeBe House, is the Queen of the Meme. Her social posts are quirky and illicit reactions from many about the reality of life. Join as we uncover the layers that blind us to life's beauty and fun and what possibilities lay ahead for you. Follow Brandy in Facebook:...

  33. The Reality of Making Tough Life Choices

    Wendy Amell was raised in Eastern Ontario, Canada, a woman travelling through life solo, and is a mother and grandmother. A former entrepreneur, bodybuilder, flight attendant and bus driver gave her the experience and built up her curiosity to venture further afield. She's a beautiful example of...

  34. Taking Control of the Next Level of Your Journey

    Kirsten Foss possesses a profound understanding of the sales & profitability challenges that confront spa and wellness entrepreneurs. Recognizing the intriguing parallels between understanding "numbers" in business and discovering one's Numerology Leadership Code, Kirsten seamlessly integrates...

  35. Breaking The Pattern of Survival

    This episode unfolds the excavation of the essence of survival of our Mama's so we could thrive and owning the energy of that essence. Guest, Gina Hatzis A recovering journalist, has spent the past 30 years as an award winning global Corporate and Public Speaker, specializing in soulful…

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  36. F*ck You Energy

    Dysregulation, dysfunctional emotions, attitudes, mindset, etc, kill our best intentions to execute our desires fully. Listen in as I share the f u energy concept and how to apply it to your life.

  37. Dealing With Creative Energy Overwhelm

    A short, yet powerful discussion on what happens when you don't fully give your creative spirit a hard 'Yes'.

  38. Echoes From The Goddess Of Self-Care

    Alice is a global leader and influencer in the world of women's holistic fitness and has enhanced the lives of countless thousands with her uniquely feminine movement fusion. As an exhausted, disempowered single mother of a baby girl 22 years ago, she had an awakening and realized the importance…

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  39. How to Trigger The Freedom In Your 2nd & 3rd Half Of Life

    Jay Joseph Duncan, is a first generation West Indian. She was born in Vancouver BC to her Trinidadian parents. Teaching brought her father to Canada and the family settled in Port Alberni on Vancouver Island when she was 3 years old. In 1981, Jay moved to Victoria to obtain a psychology education...

  40. Silver Strands & Bold Stands: The New Age of Audacious Living

    You’ve probably heard it before – the age-old expectations of how one should look and act at a certain stage in life. But guess what? The rules have changed, or better yet, we're changing them! No longer are we bound to that outdated notion of “looking our age.” We live in a time where gray hair...

  41. How Whispers Of The Past Can Fuel A New You

    In this episode of Not My Mama's Midlife, guest Elian Haan leads the way with her intimate story of watching her mother live a diminished life right until the end. Elian specializes in executive midlife and transformation coaching & mentoring. Elian supports her clients through existing…

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  42. 10 Strategies For An Expanded Midlife Experience

    Are you tired of the midlife crisis stereotype? Ready to embrace your expanded midlife experience with style and sass? In this episode, I'm serving up some unconventional strategies for navigating the murky waters of middle age. From embracing your inner rebel to saying "so long" to societal…

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  43. New Year, New You

    Pamela Sylvan shares the insight of our pot of time and its ability to shift us into great transformation

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ABOUT THIS SHOW

Let's take the concept of joy further and bring it to a vibrant constant in your everyday life. Build on powerful truths with snippets of information geared to help you live a more empowered and fulfilling life.

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Pamela Sylvan

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Let's take the concept of joy further and bring it to a vibrant constant in your everyday life. Build on powerful truths with snippets of information geared to help you live a more empowered and fulfilling life.

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