IT'S NEVER TOO LATE FOR A MIDLIFE "SIDE QUEST" (ORGANIZING TIP: KEEPING LIKE ITEMS TOGETHER)

What if the thing you keep saying you’re “not the type of person” to do is exactly the thing you should try?

This week on Uncluttered and Unfiltered, Christine Stone and Eden Kendall are talking about side quests—those unexpected, low-pressure adventures we take simply because they sound interesting, exciting or fun. Eden shares what happened when she stepped completely outside her comfort zone and signed up for a stand-up comedy class, even though she never intended to become a comedian.

Over six weeks, Eden had to write, rewrite and perform a “tight five” minutes of comedy while accepting feedback from a room full of strangers. She opens up about the nerves, the self-doubt and the surprising confidence boost that came from taking the stage. Christine also shares her reaction to seeing Eden perform—and why she and Eden’s husband were both shocked by how naturally funny she was.

The hosts also hear about the side quests women in their community are pursuing, from exploring future retirement destinations and taking day trips to creating museum-worthy sculptures out of aluminum foil, connecting people with potential partners and friends, teaching yoga, and quietly doing thoughtful things for others.

It’s a funny, encouraging conversation about trying something new, embracing beginner energy and refusing to let fear—or the fear of embarrassing yourself—keep you from having a little adventure. And yes, you’ll hear a clip from Eden Kendall’s very first stand-up performance.

Here are some of Christine's finds including eye masks.