Episodes

  • I Thought This Was Just an Errand… Until It Changed How I See My Life
    Jun 1 2026

    After stepping into a local library for a simple errand, I walked out with a profound, unexpected realization about life and personal growth.

    This episode explores why pushing harder rarely brings clarity when you are too close to your own daily noise to see things objectively.

    Discover how changing your environment and stepping out of your routine is the exact catalyst you need to unlock your next big breakthrough.


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    13 mins
  • I Didn’t Expect Divorce to Feel Like This
    May 25 2026

    Divorce recovery is often much harder and more isolating than women anticipate. After a 23-year marriage and a brutal legal battle, I discovered that freedom felt more like fear and disconnect than pure excitement. In this episode, I break down the crucial mistakes I made starting over, how loneliness affects our choices, and the life-changing lesson from Paris that unlocked my healing.


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    11 mins
  • I Didn’t Belong Anywhere… Until I Finally Stopped Trying
    May 18 2026

    I used to believe my problem was not belonging anywhere, but I discovered the real change happened when I stopped trying to fix it. This personal journey is for you if you've ever felt the pressure to measure up or find your place. Join me as I discuss how letting go of the need to belong creates space for a fabulous next chapter.


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    7 mins
  • Over 60 but Don't Want to Move Near the Kids?
    May 11 2026

    Sharri shares her struggle with living away from where her family needs her most and the difficulty of admitting that feeling. She feels torn between the beloved life and home she has created and the strong draw to relocate closer to her family. In this episode, she discusses her personal decision to prioritize herself in her "second act" while remaining deeply involved with her family, hoping to inspire listeners to find fulfillment for both themselves and their loved ones.


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    6 mins
  • I Was Packing for the Wrong Woman (After 50)
    May 4 2026

    I'm revisiting my lifetime of packing tricks and realizing I was packing for the wrong woman after turning 50. This video shares my new minimalist packing strategies, specifically for women over 50 who want to travel light without compromising style. More broadly, this shift reflects the necessary trial and error of life past 50: figuring out what to retain and what to release.


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    19 mins
  • I Designed the “Perfect” Life… Then Everything Felt Off
    Apr 27 2026

    Midlife is a complex transition for women over 50, often requiring them to design their next chapter. I share my personal journey and the realization that the perfect life is achieved through experimenting, not overthinking. Discover the biggest mistake I made and how living experiences is the real path to clarity.


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    11 mins
  • I Almost Didn’t Go to This NYC Retreat… I’m So Glad I Did
    Apr 20 2026

    I almost skipped my NYC retreat, but a voice told me I needed to get out of my comfort zone, just like I wrote about in Design Your Fabulous Next Chapter. I share my journey on the Amtrak, the highlights from the Women's Wax Seal Retreat, and my reflections on the entire experience. It was a powerful lesson in pushing past reluctance, and I'm so grateful I went.


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    31 mins
  • Why Your Hair Stops Working After 50 (And What Actually Helps)
    Apr 13 2026

    The reality is that hair, whether curly, straight, or dyed, undergoes a change after 50, which often leads to increased hair issues. This episode explores the reasons behind these natural changes and emphasizes that small adjustments can make a big difference. I also share the simple care routines that form the foundation of healthy hair and reveal my secret tools for after-50 hair.


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    29 mins