Life gets lonely after the kids leave the nest. If you're craving connection, conversation, and community, we've got your back. Karyn, newly fifty years old, and Pam, now empty nesting, are inviting you to their weekly deep, yet fun girl chats about everything that happens in your second chapter of life. No matter where you live in the world, all gals over 50 are welcome here. Connection through all the ties that bind us is our goal-- elderly parents, finances, relationships, managing adult ...
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In 10 minutes you can relax, realign, and connect with God. This Christian meditation brings physical relaxation to your entire body, with a focus on being still before the Lord. It includes times of relaxation, scripture meditation and quiet time with God. So, take a quick break, connect with God and re-energize your body, mind, heart and soul.
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A podcast designed to educate you on all things health and wellness including nutrition, fitness, pain management, lifestyle goals and much more!
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When you know your personal mission statement it helps you identify how God has created you to contribute to the world. Moreover, it provides peace around your purpose and gives you clarity and confidence to make a difference in the right way, and in the right places.
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Is Happily Ever After Possible When Your Spouse Annoys the Sh*t Out of You After 20+ Years of Marriage?
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1:14:49Send us a text Episode 39 Is Happily Ever After Possible When Your Spouse Annoys the Sh*t Out of You After 20+ Years of Marriage? Is happily ever after a real thing – even when you’ve been married for years and your spouse drives you up the wall? In this fun yet heartfelt episode, Pam and Karyn share their partners quirks that once made them swoon,…
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Episode 38: Our expectations of Friendships Q and A; Are you in the 53% of those who have 3 to 5 Friends?
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1:15:41Send us a text Description: Karyn shares a time that she had to EXPECT, ACCEPT, AND ADJUST a situation she had during a difficult time with handling her mom’s cancer treatment. The friends next discuss some questions about friendships past and present. They attempt to evaluate what type of friend they are and which type they prefer the most.…
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Great (Mis)Expectations: Navigating the Spoken & Often Unspoken Assumptions We Carry
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1:09:07Send us a text Expectations can lift us up or leave us feeling let down. In this episode, Pam and Karyn unpack what happens when the people in our lives – from spouses and adult kids to extended family members, flaky friends, emotion dumpers, boundary pushers, etc… don’t show up how we hoped they would. It's a candid convo about letting go, lowerin…
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Spiritual Bypassing and Toxic Positivity: Going deep on why society is obsessed with these two practices
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48:32Send us a text Pam and Karyn ponder WHY we: 1. try to make big problems small, 2. avoid the truth, 3. don’t accept our new normal, and 4. can’t stop guilting ourselves They discuss why we KNOW more than we can DO. Finally, is a pity party okay, EVER?저자 Karyn and Pam
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The Future of Aging: Lessons Learned from Denmark, Japan & Beyond
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54:28Send us a text Dive into "The Future of Aging: Lessons from Denmark, Japan, and Beyond." In this episode, Pam and Karyn explore how various countries support their aging to combat loneliness and manage dementia. There are lessons the U.S. can take from these truly inspiring initiatives. Plus, the gal pals love to gamify everything to make an episod…
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Send us a text Join Pam and Karyn this week as the gals take a break from the regular podcast format for a special episode of 'The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50.' It’s time for a heartfelt girlfriend catch-up. It’s all about the power of sharing stories, laughter, and even our pains to strengthen the bonds of friendship. Whether you’re si…
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Send this to your friends who will have an empty nest!
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1:03:23Send us a text Do you fear the approach of Empty Nesting? Through our discussion with Ginger, a seasoned empty nester, we discuss how to prepare for a new normal. It's all about the planting of certain seeds. Please join us!저자 Karyn and Pam
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Empty Nest, Full Life: Rediscovering Who You Are Truly Meant to Be
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48:37Send us a text Join Pam and Karyn in "The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50" as they explore the transformative journey of rediscovering yourself after the kids have flown the nest. This episode dives into the emotional whirlpool that engulfs many moms transitioning from full-time parenting to finding their own passions and identity. Whether …
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The Loss Report Card: Is One Loss Greater than the Other?
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53:29Send us a text Is it easier to lose a loved one suddenly vs a slow death? Are we ever truly prepared for the inevitable loss of our elderly parents? What about when a loved one dies unexpectedly? How do we go from feeling devastated to being OK? Is Loss on a hierarchy? These questions and more are discussed by Pam and Karyn as they each share their…
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The Frenemy Factor: Older, Wiser, But Not Immune
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1:00:21Send us a text Frenemies are TOXIC and it’s time to get them out of your life! Grab a cuppa something cozy and warm and join Pam and Karyn for a deep dive into the world of frenemies on 'The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50.' Ever wonder why these tricky relationships seem to hit differently for women than men– especially as we age? Well, we…
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Send us a text Karyn can't stand resolutions at the New Year. She shares with us why. We are republishing this from one year ago and plan to update it for 2025.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text Welcome back to "The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50," where today's episode dives deep into the complex world of guilt. Join Pam and Karyn as they explore everything from the motivating power of healthy guilt to the paralyzing effects of its toxic counterpart. In this thoughtful discussion, they unpack why we feel guilt, how…
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Stuck in the Middle: Unraveling the “Mom is the Glue” Phenomenon
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48:30Send us a text Join Pam and Karyn in a thought-provoking episode of "The Loneliness Project," where they delve into the often-celebrated yet psychologically complex role of moms as the familial glue. From the pride and pressure of being the indispensable nurturer to the intriguing dynamics of role-switching with spouses, this episode explores nine …
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Send us a text Visit us on utube and make a comment please! How Are You Really? Join Pam and Karyn for an enlightening episode of "The Loneliness Project," where Karyn tells Pam all about her social experiment swapping the casual "how are you?" with a meaningful approach to foster genuine connection. Discover how this simple change in daily convers…
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Alone But Not Lonely: The Power of Solitude Later in Life
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57:30Send us a text Explore the transformative power of solitude in this insightful episode of "The Loneliness Project." Join Pam and Karyn as they distinguish between the sting of loneliness and the peaceful embrace of solitude. Learn how solitude, when approached with a curious and positive mindset, can lead to self-discovery, creativity, and a renewe…
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To be a Caregiver : From Aging Parents to Unexpected Supportive Roles
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40:44Send us a text Join Pam and Karyn in this insightful episode of "The Loneliness Project" as they delve into the multifaceted world of caregiving. Discover the various roles caregivers play, from the traditional to the unexpected, and learn vital coping strategies to prevent burnout. Whether you’re tending to an aging parent, supporting a friend, or…
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Send us a text Join Pam and Karyn in a deeply personal episode of "The Loneliness Project," where they explore the painful realities of family estrangement. They share their own stories and the lasting impact on family gatherings and personal connections. This episode offers insights and strategies for those feeling isolated by familial divides, pr…
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Reel Talk: Our Top Must-See Movie Picks for Women Over 50
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35:26Send us a text Join Pam and Karyn in a fun-filled episode of "The Loneliness Project" as they unveil their all-time favorite movies. In "Reel Talk: Our Top Must-See Movie Picks for Women Over 50," discover which films have captivated their hearts and why these picks are perfect for women in the prime of life. Will there be overlap in their lists? D…
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BONUS EPISODE: Friend of God series from Simple Faith With Rusty George
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4:58Check out the Simple Faith podcast with Rusty George, the lead pastor at Crossroads Christian Church. Rusty and the Simple Faith podcast are doing a brand new limited experience in the month of June called, "Friend of God" This is a sneak peek at the first of the 40 episode series, for the full series, look for "Simple Faith With Rusty George" on y…
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Send us a text Join Pam and Karyn on "The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50" as they delve into friendship for shy and introverted gals. In this insightful episode, Pam and Karyn share deeply personal stories that have shaped their social selves and explore the common misconceptions between being shy and being an introvert. Discover why it's …
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What the Heck is Going on with Me? Unraveling Medical Mysteries
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1:03:08Send us a text In today’s episode, hosts Pam and Karyn delve deep into the frustrating world of unknown medical diagnoses. They share their own personal health odysseys—from misdiagnosed dietary issues and autoimmune disorders to finally uncovering the root causes of their symptoms. Their discussion illuminates the challenge we all face within toda…
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Send us a text In this episode of The Loneliness Project: Connection After 50, Pam and Karyn get real with how they’re doing connecting with others in their own lives. This conversation takes several turns as we revisit the love language of “quality time,” discuss passive aggressive people, consider golf as a couple’s sport, ponder the ways having …
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Send us a text This episode dives deeply into Gary Chapman's renowned concept of the Love Languages, now expanded to seven love languages. We ponder how our our needs have changed since we first talked about the book that took looking at relationships from a back street to the Autobahn. Pam and Karyn ponder the possibility of a much-needed sequel: …
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Who likes to travel and be outdoors? It's best after 50!
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47:36Send us a text We have Pam's husband, Pierre, on to share why he started a Utube channel about travel.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text We take a walk down memory lane as it pertains to technology.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text We share our skin care routines and some of our favorite products: Joans Road, DRMTLGY needless serum, Eminence, Elta MD 40 spf, BioSsance Vitamin Squalane and vitamin C, and Alpyn Beauty저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text We brought our long time friend and seasoned Empty Nester on to discuss all stages of life once the kids leave the home. Pam gives the scoop on how surprising the first nine months have been. We try not to frighten Karyn, who has a few more years to go before her sweet young boy leaves home. Ginger dishes us some great tips and we ho…
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Sheridan's story: Financial missteps our elderly parents make
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58:36Send us a text Our great friend, Sheridan, lost her mom a few months ago. What she discovered about her finances after her passing could serve as a warning for those of us unaware. notes: Charles Schwab's Guide to Financial Independence: Simple Solutions for Busy People and You're Fifty-Now What? Investing for the Second Half of your Life.…
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Send us a text The following are discussed briefly: 1. Top 5 Chronic Illnesses Impacting Women Over 50 the Most; 2. Prevention; 3. New and Innovative Research and Treatments; 4. Holistic Prevention and Management Strategies when you are over 50; 5. Innovative and Alternative Research and Treatments ,and 6. Addressing Isolation and Loneliness Holist…
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Send us a text GRRRRRRRRR! GO AWAY WINTER!!!!!! Karyn and Pam both suffer from Seasonal Affective Disorder and want to share some practical advice on how to cope with their blues.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text Do you ever think about how retirement looks for you? We talk about how to get started on planning your healthiest and best semi-retirement to retirement. Take that first step towards making sure your dreamiest days are still ahead.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text Middlescence is a new term used to describe our midlife years from our 40's through to our 60's or 70's. It is a new term because we never used to live long enough to have such a long stretch of life between young adulthood and our elderly years. We discuss how we feel about this new term and whether it applies to either of us.…
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Send us a text We get real here as we share our own DO and DON'T list for future mother in-laws. We need your help as there's a lot to consider when it comes to adding a family member to your own clan.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text We've missed you and now we know that you have missed us too!! Thank you, Listeners, for giving us your ideas and thoughts. Please keep your thoughts coming at Pamkarynpod@gmail.com.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text We share how Karyn became a cat lover at age 50 plus we delve into the pros/cons of having pets. Let us know your opinion at our email: Pamkarynpod@gmail.com저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text Thanksgiving was full of surprises this year and we both felt ready! Listen and then email us at pamkarynpod@gmail.com to share your Thanksgiving surprises.저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text This is the second part of our discussion of how we barely understand what it's like when our parents get older until we reach our 50s. We share the role reversal, changing dynamics, tough conversations, and action steps for maintaining dignity for them while managing our own struggles. pamkarynpod@gmail.com…
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Send us a text Not many of us understand what it's like when our parents get older until we reach our 50s. We share the role reversal, changing dynamics, tough conversations, and action steps for maintaining dignity for them while managing our own struggles. pamkarynpod@gmail.com저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text How can we continue to create quality time in our lives once our kids are grown up? Pam and Karyn discuss ways to do this and want to know what you do to make make new friends whilst keeping the old ones. Email us at pamandkarynpod@gmail.com저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text Do you ever feel bored and lonely? Pam wanted to start this podcast to find more women like her. Karyn obliged her! pamkarynpod@gmail.com저자 Karyn and Pam
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Send us a text Do you have an interesting guest at your holiday event? We share one or two with you. Email us at pamkarynpod@gmail.com저자 Karyn Brim
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Send us a text Karyn, newly fifty years old, and Pam, now empty nesting, are inviting you to their weekly deep, yet fun girl chats. They tell you how they met and why they want you to be become a chain in their link fence. Forming deep connections with you through this podcast is their biggest hope. Please email your comments and questions to pamka…
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This bonus episode consists of the Servant’s Purpose Prayer meditation extracted from Episode 7. There are elongated pauses and an open ending to spend as much time as you want in that space. You can simply repeat the prayer in the pauses, spend time in gratitude, or lean into God for answers. A special thanks to my friend Lis Lassa, creator of the…
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Thank you for tuning in to Connect the Dots with Coach Karyn! This series has walked you through 5 steps to get to your personal mission statement. We couldn’t have done this without Julie; I am so very grateful for her courage, obedience, and trust. This unscripted journey with the Holy Spirit brought Julie to clarity, peace and purpose as she dis…
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Welcome to episode six in this series! We’ve been going through steps that reveal what Julie does well, what people-group her heart leans toward, and what her passion and values are. But today’s emotional episode pulls together component pieces that reflect who Julie is in Christ. Julie began stuck and unclear about how she was supposed to serve Go…
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Welcome back friend to Episode 5 of Connect the Dots with Coach Karyn. Today is exciting because Julie creates a draft of her mission statement. Today we consolidate and word-smith all her summaries from the previous steps into one statement. Julie not only gets to see the big picture of her mission, but she ends up uncovering her vision as well. S…
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Welcome, thank you for joining us in episode four of Connect the Dots with Coach Karyn. We are walking through an online training called Connect the Dots with our guest Julie. If you’re just popping in here, I highly recommend that you begin with episode one in order to hear her story from the beginning. In today’s episode we explore Julie’s values…
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Welcome to episode three of Connect the Dots with Coach Karyn. In this episode, our guest Julie, explores Step Two which reveals her passion and the people God has put on her heart to serve. Join us as Julie reshapes her idea of what suffering is, while coming to the realization that secular stuff like Peloton and True Crime can indeed lead to king…
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Thank you for tuning in again to Connect the Dots with Coach Karyn! You get to meet Julie in today’s episode, and get to listen to what made her want to share her journey with you. Step one of Connect the Dots is “What you do well.” Here you’ll be able to witness Julie’s revelations around her spiritual gifts and insights into herself as an Enneagr…
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Thank you for tuning in to Connect the Dots with Coach Karyn! This series will walk you through 5 steps to get to your personal mission statement. You’re invited to witness what that looks like as I train and coach my good friend Julie through these steps. This is an unscripted journey that takes Julie to the answers that God has for her and where …
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