Ep272 – What Fits for Your Soul with Author Shamayne Olivia

Life is full of transitions, evolutions, and seasons of deep change. But so often, as women navigate midlife, menopause, or the shift into an empty nest, a quiet question begins to surface: Is it too late for me to figure out who I really am? The truth is, self-discovery doesn't have an expiration date—and stepping into your truest, most authentic self often begins right when you think it’s too late.

In this episode, I’m talking with author, speaker, and workshop facilitator Shamayne Olivia about what it really takes to navigate major life transitions, unpack your conditioned beliefs, and reclaim your personal power. We talk about her personal journey through divorce, unexpected loss, and finding purpose in her 40s, 50s, and beyond, as well as the unique framework behind her book and workbook, Shoes That Fit Her Soul.

I invite you to join me and Shamayne as we discuss:

• Why it’s never too late to examine your life and reclaim the person you were meant to be
• The unexpected power, wisdom, and confidence that emerges on the other side of menopause
• How starting with simple questions like identifying your core values, likes, and dislikes - opens the door to deep self-discovery
• Shamayne’s personal story of navigating single motherhood, sudden grief, and learning to stand on her own
• Letting go of the need for external parental approval and taking your power back
• The 8-part walking shoe metaphor and how each element (from the sole to the laces) mirrors our personal growth and healing
• Why honoring your need for quiet time and smaller circles in midlife is healthy self-care, not guilt-worthy behavior
• Modeling freedom, resilience, and authenticity for your children and the next generation

If this conversation gets you reflecting on where you are in your own life and the changes you’re moving through, hit play and listen in. And when you’re done, I’d love for you to share this episode with a woman who needs the reminder that her story isn’t over - it’s just getting started.

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