The 4 Shifts You Need to Start Your Next Chapter

In this deeply personal solo episode, Tamsen Fadal opens up about what reinvention actually looks like and how to rewrite your next chapter with intention. After walking away from a 30-year career and stepping into an entirely new season of life, she found herself facing a question so many women quietly ask: If I’m not who I used to be… who am I now? This episode is about the space between who you were and who you’re becoming. It’s about the old identities we cling to, the labels that once felt safe, and the fear that shows up when you begin starting over (even when you know it’s time.) Reinvention isn’t about erasing your past. It’s about deciding which parts of your story still belong in your next chapter. You’ll learn how to: - Identify and release the outdated labels that are quietly shaping your decisions - Use the “I’m having the thought that…” technique to create distance from self-doubt - Write a realistic “week in the life” of your next chapter to clarify who you’re becoming - Practice your new identity through small, daily actions that build momentum - Handle resistance from others without explaining or defending yourself - Stay anchored to your “why” when fear or second-guessing creeps in By the end of this episode, you’ll see starting over differently. You’ll understand that you’re not too old, it’s not too late, and you’re not done… you’re still becoming. And you’ll walk away with a clear, grounded way to step into your next chapter without losing yourself in the process. If you like this episode, then you will love: The 4 Tools That Rebuild Your Confidence Fast Stay connected with Tamsen: ⁠Get ⁠Tamsen's newsletter⁠ filled with free tools⁠ to living better, feeling stronger, and knowing you’re never alone Get Tamsen’s NYT instant bestselling book, ⁠How To Menopause⁠ ⁠Free Resources⁠ from Tamsen Watch all the episodes on ⁠YouTube⁠ Follow Tamsen on ⁠Instagram⁠ The Tamsen Show on ⁠Instagram⁠ Follow Tamsen on ⁠TikTok⁠ Sponsored by Audible.com: ⁠https://www.audible.com/ep/well-being?srsltid=AfmBOoqJzGW89LNWPV2jE_57v2hv30R6t-I9wDm_9awhk8jtvwbW2o6t ⁠ Explore Audible’s well-being collection. Take care of your mind and body with the help of the top voices in well-being on Audible. Fitness, finance, sleep, career – take care of it all with guidance from the top voices in well-being on Audible. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit⁠ podcastchoices.com/adchoices⁠ Medical Disclaimer: The information provided in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only and is not intended as medical advice. Always consult with a qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical concerns or treatment options. The views expressed by guests are their own and do not necessarily reflect those of The Tamsen Show. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices