Ep 2: Great Expectations

Midlife Unfiltered: The Season Of Me

Shame. The expectations we place on ourselves and that the world imposes. How do we navigate these while simultaneously getting closer to our own authenticity and who we truly desire to be?
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 as we delve into exploring the deep and complex topic of shame. You will hear:
- How societal and self-imposed expectations can trigger feelings of inadequacy and self-doubt, and how these can shift, change and deepen in midlife.
- The role of self-reflection in uncovering and moving through shame
- An invitation to tune into your own inner narratives as you embrace the deeply self-loving act of self-discovery.
We’re so glad you’re here. It’s time to live life on your terms. It’s time for Midlife Unfiltered.
Connect with Anita and Erica:
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Email: [e-mail]
About Anita McLachlan:
At the helm of Sequins and Sand for over 15 years and as Australia’s Cossie Whisperer, Anita has helped 1000’s of women find a swimsuit they feel great in and the freedom that comes with feeling confident in it. Passionate about women's empowerment through helping them feel confident in their own bodies. She’s now turning her experiences and attention to helping women in midlife navigate this often tumultuous time and feel the power this time of life brings. To feel the freedom to be….themselves.
Find Anita at https://www.SequinsandSand,com.au where she showcases swimsuits and resortwear, shares fit tips and product reviews, offers insightful Masterclasses and her Unlock Your Cossie Confidence course. Subscribe here to receive her much loved weekly newsletters and to be a part of her free VIP community: https://www.sequinsandsand.com.au/vip.html
Connect with Anita:
Website: https://www.SequinsandSand.com.au
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/sequinsandsand
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/anita-mclachlan-b307869/?originalSubdomain=au
Email : [e-mail]
Passion Project: https://www.CossieConfidence.com.au
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: https://www.ericawebb.com.au
Email: [e-mail]
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ericawebb_selfkind
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ericawebbselfkind/
Time Stamps:
00:00 Introduction: The Weight of Expectations
00:40 Welcome to Midlife Unfiltered
01:15 Diving into Shame
03:14 The Big Questions of Midlife
08:04 Personal Shame Stories
11:05 Reflecting on Choices and Self-Worth
17:28 Creating Space for Self-Discovery
27:25 Overcoming Self-Doubt
28:07 Embracing Solo Adventures
28:57 The Power of Choosing Yourself
29:15 Navigating Shame and Authenticity
30:50 Breaking Free from Expectations
33:07 The Journey of Self-Exploration
42:10 The Importance of Curiosity
44:19 Reflecting on Personal Stories
46:29 Wrapping Up and Looking Ahead
48:49 Stay Connected and Engaged

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