I share the five types of funding for women business owners and companies, plus an easy-to-use online directory to help entrepreneurs find resources to capital. You’ve heard of this saying, ”It takes money to make money.” And as much as…

Navigating midlife changes mindfully.
Hi, I'm Valerie! I'm a writer who took a surprising career pivot after being laid off as a fashion buyer of 18 years. I thought changing careers during the pandemic at 40 was the biggest challenge I'd face... but, boy, was I wrong.
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I share the five types of funding for women business owners and companies, plus an easy-to-use online directory to help entrepreneurs find resources to capital. You’ve heard of this saying, ”It takes money to make money.” And as much as…
I didn’t just quit a job, but I quit my career and made a complete career change at 40. This post will share the exact steps I took to make a successful career pivot. After being laid off at the height…
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Are you rushing through the final days of summer instead of soaking them in?With back-to-school chaos looming, it’s easy to miss the magic in these last, precious summer moments. But what if you could slow down, be more present, and…
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Are you making everyone else’s summer magical—but forgetting to make space for yourself?If you’re busy planning the perfect summer for your family but feel your own cup running on empty, you’re not alone—and you’re not selfish for needing a break.This…
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Do you ever feel like summer is harder than the school year—and you’re the only one not getting a break?While everyone else seems to be relaxing, are you buried in vacation logistics, summer camps, and caregiving duties—wondering when *you* get…
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Do your days feel like they just happen to you—leaving you exhausted before you even start?If you’re a midlife mom constantly juggling caregiving, parenting, and professional pressure, you’re likely running on empty—not from doing too much, but from never feeling…
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What if your exhaustion isn’t about doing too much—but about never stopping to celebrate what you’ve already done?You push through every milestone, every obligation, every crisis—yet feel like you’re barely staying afloat. If you’re a midlife mom who never gets…
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When was the last time someone asked you how you’re holding up, Dad?If you’re the one holding it all together—providing, protecting, problem-solving—but silently running on empty, this episode is your reminder: you matter too. On this Father’s Day, it’s time…
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Do you feel guilty for wanting more—for yourself?If every time you reach for your own joy, creativity, or growth you hear that nagging voice say, “Shouldn’t you be doing something for your family instead?”, this episode is for you. Midlife…