Girlfriend’s Guide to Midlife Podcast3 Apr 2025

18. What Cancer Revealed: A Journey Through Trauma, Therapy & Self-Love with Laura Taylor

In this episode, Cathy sits down with the incredible Laura Taylor, a breast cancer survivor from Orlando who was diagnosed at just 37 years old. Laura shares what those early days were like—how she navigated the emotional rollercoaster, leaned on her family for support, and found her way through some really tough moments.

But Laura’s journey didn’t stop at surviving cancer. She opens up about how therapy helped her heal not just from the trauma of the diagnosis, but also some deep-rooted childhood wounds she hadn’t realized she was carrying. Through it all, Laura discovered the power of self-nurturing, staying spiritually grounded, and practicing gratitude.

And from that healing journey? Something beautiful was born—Messy Craft, a creative studio she founded to offer a safe, inclusive space where both kids and adults can explore their creativity without judgment.

Laura’s story is honest, inspiring, and full of heart. It’s a powerful reminder that even when life throws us curveballs, we can still come out the other side stronger, more connected to ourselves, and full of purpose.

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Thank you for tuning in to this episode! I’m so grateful to have you here as part of this incredible community of women navigating midlife with grace, courage, and curiosity. Remember, this season of life is full of opportunities to rediscover yourself, embrace your wisdom, and live with renewed purpose.

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36. From Burnout to Balance – The Real Midlife Health Journey (feat.Adrian Mamikonian)

Today’s guest, Adrian Mamikonian, is the epitome of grace, grit, and growth—and she’s walking proof that midlife reinvention is not only possible, it’s powerful. Adrian is a 46-year-old mom of four (y...

7 Aug 202546min

35. SOLO: Your 31-Day Belief & Gratitude Walk Challenge

Episode 35: Your 31-Day Belief & Gratitude Walk Challenge Hey friend, and welcome back to The Girlfriend’s Guide to Midlife — a space where we do real life together. Today’s episode is a solo one with...

31 Jul 20259min

34. Why Mindset Matters Most in Midlife (Katie’s Story of Growth + Grit)

In this episode of Girlfriend’s Guide to Midlife, I sit down with the inspiring Katie Sevenants, a 62-years-young serial entrepreneur, proud mom and Gigi to three, and the woman behind The Midlife Mak...

24 Jul 202544min

33. Dear Cathy - Faith, Intuition & Midlife Reinvention (Feat. Ravyn Robinson-Barco)

✨ In this heartfelt Dear Cathy episode, Cathy welcomes back her dear friend Ravyn Robinson-Barco for a powerful follow-up to Episode 32. After sharing her story of surviving a car accident and steppin...

17 Jul 202551min

32. Spiritual Awakening in Midlife: What Happens When You Listen to Your Gut

What if a near-fatal car accident was the divine interruption you didn’t know you needed? In this powerful and soul-stirring episode, Cathy sits down with healer, mom of 3, and former military finance...

10 Jul 202552min

31. Midlife Moms, Mental Health & the Truth About Raising Kids Today

Hey friend — this week’s episode is a soul-stirrer. I’m joined by one of my best friends, Kristin Jaramillo, and let me tell you, this conversation is rich with wisdom, perspective, and real-life resi...

3 Jul 20251h 1min

30: Journey of Divorce, Solo Parenting & Betting On Myself (Feat. Juli Forde)

Hey friend, This week’s episode hits deep. I sit down with my dear friend, powerhouse creative, and solo mom of three, Juli Forde to talk about what it really looks like to start over. From navigatin...

26 Jun 202555min

29. Real Talk with My Husband: Midlife, Marriage & Raising Boys (Feat. Marcus Matthynssens)

This week’s episode is extra special—because I’ve finally convinced my husband, Marcus, to sit down for a real, unfiltered conversation on the podcast (yes, whiskey was involved 😆). Together, we di...

19 Jun 202538min