Creating Midlife Calm: Coping Skills for Stress & Anxiety in Family, Work & Relationships
By MJ Murray Vachon LCSW
Forget the midlife crisis—how about creating midlife calm? The stress and anxiety of this life stage can be overwhelming, draining your energy, and making it hard to enjoy what should be the best years of your life. This podcast is your guide to easing midlife anxiety and discovering a deeper sense of calm.
Discover how to:
- Be happier, more present, and more effective at home and work.
- Transform stress and anxiety into powerful tools that ignite your inner energy, helping you gain clarity and confidently meet your needs.
- Cultivate calm and enjoyment by creating a positive internal mindset using practical, affordable coping skills to handle life's challenges.
Join MJ Murray Vachon, LCSW, a seasoned therapist with over 48,000 hours of therapy sessions and 31 years’ experience as a mental wellness educator as she guides you on a journey to reclaim your inner peace. Learn how to find contentment in the present moment, empowering you to handle the pressures of midlife with a confidence clarity that leads to calm.
Every Monday, MJ delves into the unique challenges of midlife, offering insights and concluding each episode with an "Inner Challenge"—simple, science-backed techniques designed to shift you from feeling overwhelmed to centered. Tune in every Thursday for a brief 5-10 minute "Inner Challenge Tune-Up," where MJ offers easy-to-follow tips to integrate these practices into your daily life.
Let’s evolve from crisis to calm and embrace the incredible journey of midlife. Tired of feeling overwhelmed? Tune into fan-favorite Ep. 63 for a boost! Let anxiety go and embrace your calm!
Latest episode
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Ep. 149 Trump’s Tariffs Spiked One Midlife Listener’s Anxiety and 3 Coping Skills Helped
Send us a text Is your anxiety spiking every time Trump’s tariffs make headlines? You’re not alone—and it’s not just about politics, it’s about your nervous system. In this episode you’ll discover: How to shift from news-induced anxiety to calm by … -
Ep. 148 How to Cope with Financial Anxiety During Trump Induced Tariffs, Market Stress and Economic Uncertainty
Send us a text Feeling overwhelmed by the uncertainty of the economy and unsure how to stay grounded? Discover calming, practical strategies—whether you’re stressing about college costs, retirement, or just making it to next payday. In this episode,… -
Ep. 147 How Midlife Anxiety Is Driving Your Isolation & Loneliness & 2 Powerful Ways to Reconnect
Send us a text Is your anxiety quietly fueling a sense of loneliness you can't quite name? You may be crushing your to-do list but still feeling emotionally isolated or unseen, you’re not alone. In this episode you’ll discover: How anxiety mask… -
Ep. 146 How Loneliness Is Quietly Draining Your Happiness & 4 Coping Skills to Rebuild Connection in Midlife
Send us a text Loneliness in midlife often creeps in unnoticed. You go through the motions—work, family, responsibilities—but something feels off. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why midlife loneliness is so common and why it often goes unrecognize… -
Ep. 145 Tried & Tested Transformative Coping Skills for Midlife Anxiety & How They REALLY Work
Send us a text Are you secretly scared to feel your feelings—especially in the middle of setting boundaries? Setting boundaries is essential, especially if you want to get your wants & needs to be heard. In this episode, you’ll discover: How a … -
Ep. 144 How to Finally Feel Confident Setting Boundaries When Midlife Anxiety Makes It Feel Impossible
Send us a text Is anxiety stopping you from setting the boundaries you know you need? Get a clear, simple strategy to move through fear and finally take action to get what you want and need. In this episode, you’ll discover: 5 simple, actionable copi… -
Ep. 143 3 Powerful Coping Skills to Conquer Midlife Anxiety & Perfectionism for a Happier Life
Send us a text Are you constantly pushing yourself to the max, yet feeling exhausted and on edge? Doing less could actually help you achieve more. In this episode you’ll discover: 1. Why striving for perfection might be holding you back. 2. Two p… -
Ep. 142 The Hidden Anxiety of Midlife Overachievers and 3 Coping Skills to Finally Enjoy Your Success
Send us a text Do you feel like you're constantly running, as if a boulder is chasing you downhill? You can be successful and driven without the fear and exhaustion. In this episode you’ll discover: What truly fuels your success—it’s not your anxiety… -
Ep. 141 The 3 Essential Hormones You Must Balance in Midlife for Less Anxiety, Better Sleep, and a Healthier Weight
Are your midlife hormones working for you or against you? What if you could become your own hormone detective and start with the right tests and lifestyle changes? In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. The three essential hormones that impact you… -
Ep. 140 Understanding Hormones and Anxiety and How Midlife Women Can Regain Control
Are you focusing on the wrong hormones in midlife? Many women believe estrogen is the key to feeling better, but what if the real secret lies elsewhere. In this episode, you’ll discover: 1. The three essential hormones that impact your mood, weight, …