Midlife Made Simple: Faith and Purpose for Christian Women
Midlife Made Simple: Faith and Purpose for Christian Women is a podcast for women 40+ navigating midlife transitions—from empty nest and caring for aging parents to menopause, reinvention, and beyond. Host Shelly Niehaus offers faith-based encouragement, practical tools, and soulful strategies to help you rediscover your identity, simplify life, and find purpose in this season. Each short, actionable episode will leave you educated, empowered, and inspired to step into what’s next. Midlife isn’t just a career pivot—it’s a whole life pivot. Hosted by Shelly Niehaus, Midlife Made Simple is a faith-based podcast for Christian women 40+ navigating midlife transitions—from empty nest and life after kids, to caring for aging parents, menopause and beyond, and even midlife reinvention in business and purpose. Rooted in the legacy of Educated, Empowered, Inspired, this show offers midlife encouragement and practical tools for faith-based living, spiritual growth, and finding purpose in midlife—without the hustle or overwhelm. Each week, you’ll hear short, actionable episodes—some solo, some with inspiring guests—created to help you: Simplify life with rhythms and routines that work for your season Grow in faith and trust God’s timing Rediscover your identity and purpose in midlife Shift your midlife mindset toward clarity and confidence You’ll feel Educated with practical strategies, Empowered by honest stories and expert insights, and Inspired to step boldly into what’s next. If you’re ready to trade overwhelm for peace, complexity for simplicity, and uncertainty for alignment—this is your space for clarity, connection, and hope. Let’s make midlife simple—together.
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Description: Welcome to Midlife Made Simple—a podcast for faith-driven women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond who are navigating big transitions with a desire to simplify, reconnect, and rediscover what truly matters. In this special kickoff episode, Shelly shares the heart behind the podcast, what you can expect each wee
Welcome to Midlife Made Simple. In this short trailer, Shelly Niehaus shares the heart behind the podcast and what you can expect moving forward. If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, disconnected from your purpose, or unsure of who you are in this season—you’re not alone. This podcast is here to help you simplify life, str
In this honest and heartfelt episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on a big shift—one that’s been quietly unfolding behind the scenes for months. From turning 50 to launching our twins to college and stepping into the role of caregiver, this season of life has brought deep reflection, unexpected pivots, and a call to l
This week’s episode is short and real—just five minutes. Life doesn’t always go according to plan. In the past two weeks, my family has walked through the loss of my mother-in-law while also moving our boys into college and stepping into the new season of empty nesting. I don’t have the margin for a full episode, and m
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#146 Ask the Expert: Using Public Speaking to Build Local Connections and Grow Your Business with Laurie-Ann Murabito
In this episode of Educated, Empowered, Inspired, I’m joined by Laurie Ann Murabito, a speaker, author, and speaking coach, who shares how public speaking can be a game-changer for your business. Whether you're a seasoned pro or just dipping your toes into the world of speaking, Laurie-Ann breaks down practical steps t