Ep. 170: From People-Pleasing to Peace: Taking Back the Driver's Seat in Midlife

Ep. 170: From People-Pleasing to Peace: Taking Back the Driver's Seat in Midlife

Author: Jennifer Roskamp, CLC September 11, 2025 Duration: 30:26
Send us Fan Mail Hey friend, welcome back to The Intentional Midlife Mom Podcast. I'm Jennifer Roskamp, and today we're talking about something that hits way too close to home for most of us. Here's a stat that won't surprise you: 52% of women identify as people-pleasers, compared to 44% of men. But here's what's really happening—midlife is when this people-pleasing habit finally breaks us. You've spent decades being everything for everyone. The capable one. The one who holds it together. The...

There's a particular season of motherhood that often arrives without a roadmap, when the daily rhythms of raising children shift and the house grows quieter. The Intentional Midlife Mom Podcast speaks directly into that space, offering thoughtful conversations for mothers navigating life beyond forty. Host Jennifer Roskamp, a Certified Life Coach, brings a grounded perspective, focusing on simple and actionable ideas for your everyday life, your home environment, and your personal mindset. This isn't about adding more noise to your day; it's about finding clarity and purpose in the years where your role is evolving. Each episode feels like a practical conversation with a knowledgeable friend who understands that this chapter can be both disorienting and full of potential. You'll hear discussions that tackle real questions about identity, relationships, and creating a home that supports your current needs, not just the needs of a bustling family. Tuning into this podcast means connecting with a community focused on crafting a life that feels genuinely fulfilling, built on intention rather than inertia. It’s for any mom who finds herself looking around, wondering what’s next, and ready to build it with confidence.
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Duration: 27:14
Send us Fan Mail Before we dive in, I need to ask you something. Is there a pile somewhere in your house that you walk past every single day? Maybe it's the kitchen counter. The mail that's been sitting there since Tuesd…
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Duration: 36:35
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Duration: 8:20
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Duration: 33:50
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Duration: 10:10
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Duration: 14:45
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