Ep 4: Making Space with Guests Alex Hanlon and Cat Matson

Midlife Unfiltered: The Season Of Me

How do you make space to do the inner work that really matters? Especially when life is full and even chaotic?
Welcome to this episode of Midlife Unfiltered - a podcast about unapologetically embracing the Season of Me. In this episode, join co hosts Anita McLachlan and Erica Webb along with their special guests, Alex Hanlon and Cat Matson, as they dive into a deeply personal and authentic conversation about navigating midlife and making space for what truly matters. You will hear:
- Alex and Cat share their own stories around what they’ve had to let go of in order to embrace their authenticity in midlife.
- The ways Alex and Cat make space in their lives to self-reflect and meet themselves with kindness, love and care.
- A lot of laughter! We have fun in this episode and share from a place of deep mutual respect. Prepare for inspiration, wisdom and an hour of solid human-ing together.
We’re so glad you’re here. It’s time to live life on your terms. It’s time for Midlife Unfiltered.
About our Guests:
Alex Hanlon
Cat Matson
Connect with Anita and Erica:
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.unfiltered
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/midlife.unfiltered
Email: [e-mail]
About Anita McLachlan:
At the helm of Sequins and Sand for over 15 years, Anita has helped thousands of women feel more confident in their swimwear - and their bodies - as Australia’s Cossie Whisperer. She’s now turning her attention to supporting women in midlife to navigate this often tumultuous, but also very powerful time of life. Ultimately, her focus is now on supporting other midlife women to have the freedom and confidence to be themselves.

Connect with Anita:
Sequins and Sand Website here you’ll find showcases of swimsuits and resortwear, fit tips, product reviews, insightful Masterclasses and Anita’s Unlock Your Cossie Confidence Course.
Free VIP Community receive Anita’s much loved weekly newsletters - Midlife Mojo and the Swimsuit Scoop
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Email : [e-mail]
Passion Project

About Erica Webb:
Erica is a counsellor, somatic exercise coach and self-kindness advocate. As a highly sensitive person (HSP) herself, she supports other HSPs to navigate what it looks like to prioritise their own mental fitness, claim the self-care that truly nurtures their body and mind, and work through the unique challenges their sensitivity poses.
Erica works with clients 1-1, as well as in her online program, SOMA:HOME and online membership space, the SelfKind Hub.
Connect with Erica:
Website
Email: [e-mail]
Instagram
LinkedIn
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction to Midlife Motivation
00:40 Welcome to Midlife Unfiltered
01:09 Meet Our Guests: Alex Hanlon and Kat Mattson
04:52 Vision for Our 90-Year-Old Selves
17:14 Exploring Shame and Self-Worth
32:54 Navigating the Comparison Trap
33:30 The Freedom of Swearing at 50
34:07 The Rabbit Hole of Menopause
35:15 The Liberation of Testosterone
39:46 Morning Routines for Creating Space
41:30 The Power of Meditation and Affirmations
51:41 Adapting Morning Routines for Personal Growth
55:23 Reflections on Life at 90
59:41 Closing Thoughts and Gratitude

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