Rock Your Midlife with Dr. Ellen Albertson

Published: Oct. 3, 2023, 8 a.m.

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Wouldn\'t it feel incredible to swap self-criticism for self-compassion? Are you ready to silence your inner critic and live your life authentically?\\xa0

In this episode, I\\u2019m thrilled to welcome Dr. Ellen Albertson, also known as the midlife whisperer. She\'s a force to be reckoned with, boasting a plethora of qualifications from journalist to Ph.D. psychologist, and is passionate about helping women navigate midlife with joy, energy, clarity, and confidence.

Our discussion unveils Dr., Ellen\'s journey, from a journalist to a self-compassion advocate. She shares her insights into how powerful self-compassion can be, with practices such as meditation leading to significant reductions in body shame and dissatisfaction.\\xa0

But it\'s not just about body image; we discuss the crucial role of self-compassion in managing emotions, dealing with depression, and promoting overall well-being. Dr. Ellen\'s approach is a holistic one, incorporating the body, mind, heart, and spirit, inspiring us all to embrace ourselves fully.

In the final segment, we tap into how self-compassion can silence our inner critic and empower us to live authentically. Dr. Ellen introduces her seven-step program, designed to help us reconnect with our true selves and embrace the challenges and joys of midlife.\\xa0

We also touch on the best diet for women in midlife, the power of self-care, and how to approach intermittent fasting safely. This episode is brimming with wisdom, whether you\'re seeking motivation to step out of your comfort zone or simply curious about living a high-vibe midlife.

We promise it\'s an enlightening conversation you don\'t want to miss.

Chapter Summaries:

Dr. Ellen Albertson (0:00:07)

Dr. Ellen Albertson helps women in midlife live a high vibe midlife with joy, energy, clarity, and confidence.

Finding Self-Compassion for Body Image (0:07:57)

Dr. Ellen Albertson shares her journey of self-compassion, reducing body shame and body dissatisfaction, and embracing the body through meditations and taking risks.

The Power of Self-Compassion and Wellbeing (0:15:08)\\xa0

Dr. Ellen Albertson discusses self-compassion to regulate emotions, manage depression, take risks, and enjoy life.

Rediscovering Authenticity and Empowering Midlife Women (0:23:23)\\xa0

Dr. Ellen Albertson guides us through seven steps to reconnect with our true selves and embrace midlife, addressing our inner critic, people-pleasing behavior, and developing our intuition.

Authenticity, Comfort Zone, and Prioritizing Self (0:29:31)\\xa0

Dr. Ellen Albertson\'s midlife journey, weight focus, fear of success, healthy eating and emotion regulation are discussed.

Best Diet for Women in Midlife (0:33:14)\\xa0

Midlife women can benefit from a plant-based diet, intermittent fasting, fermented foods, phytochemicals, strength training, and good sleep.

Working With the Midlife Whisperer (0:44:57)\\xa0

Dr. Ellen Albertson helps midlife women through diet, coaching, retreats, self-compassion, travel, and self-care.

About Dr. Ellen Albertson:

Dr. Ellen is a psychologist, registered dietitian, board-certified health and wellness coach, podcast host, Reiki master, and self-compassion teacher. Known as The Midlife Whisperer\\u2122, she helps women have the energy, confidence, and clarity to make their next chapter their best chapter.\\xa0

A bestselling, award-winning author, and inspirational speaker, Dr. Ellen is an expert on women\\u2019s well-being and sits on the medical board of The National Menopause Foundation. Dr. Ellen has appeared on Extra, the Food Network, and NBC World News and has been quoted in Psychology Today, Forbes, and Eating Well. She has written for SELF, Better Homes & Gardens, and Good Housekeeping. Her latest book is Rock Your Midlife: 7 Steps to Transform Yourself and Make Your Next Chapter Your Best Chapter!

"Embrace self-compassion as the bridge to authentic living, where inner criticism fades and the journey through midlife becomes a tapestry of empowerment and joy." - Elizabeth Sherman

Get full show notes and more information here: https://elizabethsherman.com/podcast/142

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