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A podcast offering tips and tricks for reinventing yourself by former More magazine Editor In Chief and creator of CoveyClub.com, Lesley Jane Seymour.
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Friday Jan 03, 2025
Friday Jan 03, 2025
"You don't have to be this perfect specimen in order to have value," says Jennifer Gasner, a true force of reinvention. Diagnosed at 17 with Friedrich's Ataxia, a rare neuromuscular disease, Jennifer has turned challenges into triumphs—with humor, resilience, and a passion for advocacy. Now an Amazon bestselling author, she shares how she found joy and balance beyond her diagnosis. Her memoir, My Unexpected Finding Balance Beyond My Diagnosis, offers profound lessons in adaptability and mindset. Tune in to discover how Gasner's journey can inspire your own reinvention and remind you that possibility thrives even in adversity.
Bio
At seventeen, Jennifer Gasner was diagnosed with Friedreich’s Ataxia, a rare neuromuscular disease, but her determination and humor helped her navigate life’s challenges, from using a walker to a wheelchair. She earned a BA in English from the University of Wisconsin-Platteville and an MS in Recreation from Western Illinois University, where she cultivated a love for music and student engagement. Her career includes advocating for disability rights with Wisconsin’s Independent Living Centers, mentoring youth, and co-chairing UC San Diego’s disability staff association. As a Friedreich’s Ataxia Research Alliance Ambassador, she raises awareness and champions rare disease legislation. Honored by the International Memoir Writers Association, Jennifer’s work, including her published story Diagnosis, reflects her passion for writing as she crafts a coming-of-age memoir, Walking is Overrated. Living in San Diego with her boyfriend Gregory and their two dogs, Wyatt and Ki, she enjoys yoga, movies, and travel.
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FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
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If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Friday Dec 27, 2024
Friday Dec 27, 2024
""Alcohol has really, like, gotten into every crevice of our society," notes Hilary Sheinbaum. A journalist turned advocate for mindful drinking, she joins the Reinvent Yourself podcast to share her transformative journey with Dry January. This conversation delves into the societal pressures of alcohol consumption and how Hillary's accidental bet led to profound personal change. Discover how this simple challenge improved Hillary's sleep, skin, and financial health, and how it can inspire your reinvention. With practical tips for navigating social situations without alcohol and a look at the growing trend of non-alcoholic options, this episode is a must-listen for anyone considering a lifestyle shift. Whether you're motivated by health, finances, or just curiosity, Hillary's story offers a fresh perspective on living alcohol-free.
TIME STAMPS
(02:59) Hilary Sheinbaum talks about how to control drinking at midlife
(07:05) "Did you feel like alcohol fueling your job?"
(09:52) Quitting alcohol for a month during Dry January
(15:24) "Having someone supporting your endeavor is so valuable"
(16:05) Sheinbaum says her sleep changed dramatically after removing alcohol from her life
(20:00) Alcohol is expensive no matter where you are, especially in large metropolitan areas
(22:09) How is the peer pressure today compared to previous generations?
(26:24) There are activities in Going Dry that can help you track your progress
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Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
Tuesday Dec 17, 2024
"I've always taken the position of owning it all – good, bad, and indifferent," says Regina Young, a former model and now host of the Team Time Midlife Edition podcast. From the runways of New York to the corporate world of pharmaceuticals, Young’s story is one of continuous learning and adaptation. Discover how she transitioned into podcasting and get her tips on how to embrace midlife changes with grace and empowerment. “Dream a little. Dream a lot,” she says. “Go on and write a list about your midlife bucket list."
Time Stamps:
(02:07) Growing up in Philadelphia (and idolizing Cher)
(03:35) How Young started out in modeling
(08:16) Young's first reinvention
(13:43) Reinventing as a podcast host
(16:05) Why it's important to be a continuous learner
(17:44) How to deal with the changes in midlife
(20:17) There's so many people who are devastated by their body changes
(23:39) How to find out where you're stuck and then find a source to move forward
(26:07) Creating a midlife bucket list
Links
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
Tuesday Dec 10, 2024
“You can’t learn to write a book without writing it,” says New York Times and USA Today bestselling author Eva Lesko Natiello. From her early days as VP of Global Communications at Estee Lauder to becoming a self-published author, she shares her pivot to writing and provides invaluable marketing insights, advice on career reinvention, and the importance of granting oneself permission to change. Whether you're an aspiring author or looking to reinvent your career, her story will inspire you to embrace your passions and take that first step towards change.
Links
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Friday Nov 29, 2024
Friday Nov 29, 2024
"Fail forward, fast and often," says Caroline Dowd Higgins, an executive coach, consultant, and speaker who transformed her career from opera singer to career coach. In this episode of the Reinvent Yourself podcast she shares insights from her book Your Career: Overcome Challenges to Achieve a Rewarding Work Life and her award-winning podcast Your Working Life, offering practical advice on embracing change, overcoming fear, and leveraging transferable skills. Gain actionable tips to navigate career transitions, find fulfillment, and turn challenges into opportunities for growth and success.
Time Stamps:
(02:28) Life as an opera singer
(08:58) Transition from opera singer to public speaker was seamless
(10:51) "Women need to give themselves permission to fail"
(14:51) "We need to get back to basics. We can't be passive. We've got to be proactive right now."
(17:04) How to put yourself out there when you're afraid of failure
(22:43) How older women who are changing direction in the workforce
(25:38) A lot of younger people don't know what age you are
(28:09) Caroline says women need to get quiet to think about reinvention
Links:
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Friday Nov 22, 2024
Friday Nov 22, 2024
"Meet your resistance with compassion and understanding," says with Andrea Engstrom, founder of LilHabit.com and a trailblazer in digital media and habit formation. Engstrom shares her journey from producing for industry giants like MTV, NBC, and ABC to becoming an entrepreneur who helps others unlock their potential through the power of tiny habits. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by big goals or stuck in procrastination, this conversation will show you how starting small can lead to massive breakthroughs. Her practical advice on creating achievable habits, breaking through resistance, and building momentum will inspire you to stop overthinking and start taking action today. Whether you’re launching a business, chasing a personal goal, or simply trying to manage your day more effectively, this episode is packed with insights to help you ditch excuses, embrace progress, and get shit done.
Links
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Friday Nov 15, 2024
Friday Nov 15, 2024
"What are the signals that our bodies are sending that all of a sudden is telling me to be happy?" This was the question that prompted author and multi-level reinventor Janice Kaplan to write her new book, What Your Body Knows About Happiness (Sourcebooks, January 2025). Kaplan, a former editor-in-chief of Parade Magazine and author of the national bestseller The Gratitude Diaries sits down with CoveyClub founder Lesley Jane Seymour to share her unique journey of balancing careers in television production, magazine editing, and writing. Listen in as she reveals what she learned from her gratitude research, including how our physical selves and a mindset of gratitude might just hold the key to lasting joy
Key Points:
- Embracing a multi-lane approach to reinvention and career development.
- The science behind gratitude and its impact on health and stress levels.
- Insights from her new book on how physical sensations influence happiness.
- The role of environment, posture, and sensory experiences in shaping our emotions.
- Encouragement to explore new experiences and environments for personal growth.
Links:
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Friday Nov 08, 2024
Friday Nov 08, 2024
"It's never too late to pursue a dream," says Yvonne Marchese, host of the Late Bloomer Living podcast. From aspiring actress to mother and later podcast host and photographer, Marchese’s path has been anything but linear. “Midlife is full of possibility,” she tells me. “We have this little golden moment in time where we can affect change.” Tune in to hear how Marchese embraced identity shifts, creativity, and storytelling to navigate her reinvention and inspire others.
Key Points:
- Embracing midlife as a time of opportunity and potential for change.
- The significance of community and coaching in fostering personal growth.
- The transformative power of curiosity and playfulness.
- Overcoming internal and external pressures to conform to societal expectations.
Links:
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Friday Nov 01, 2024
Friday Nov 01, 2024
Voices for Change: Rebecca Hart Holder on Empowering Reproductive Freedom "Abortion is healthcare, and healthcare is a human right – full stop." So says Rebecca Hart Holder, president of Reproductive Equity Now and co-founder of the State Abortion Access Network. As the landscape of reproductive rights faces unprecedented challenges, Hart Holder joins Lesley Jane Seymour to shares her personal journey of reinvention and her relentless advocacy for reproductive healthcare as a fundamental human right. With a focus on state-level action and community engagement, Hart Holder offers insights into how individuals can make a significant impact, regardless of political climate or state affiliation. This episode is a call to action for listeners to harness their voices, support reproductive freedom, and ensure healthcare access for all.
Bio: Rebecca Hart Holder is the President of Reproductive Equity Now and a co-founder of the State Abortion Access Network. Rebecca has dedicated her career to ensuring all people have access to the full spectrum of reproductive health care. As President of Reproductive Equity Now, Rebecca and her team have secured critical legislative victories to safeguard and expand reproductive freedom in Massachusetts, and recently expanded the organization's advocacy work to New Hampshire and Connecticut. Rebecca has been recognized for her work as one of Out Magazine's 2022 Top 100 LGBTQ+ Policy Makers and Advocates and by the Boston Business Journal’s Power 50 Leaders.
Key Points:
- Reproductive healthcare is a fundamental human right that encompasses more than just abortion access.
- State-level advocacy is crucial in the fight for reproductive freedom, especially in the face of federal challenges.
- Community involvement and local political engagement can drive significant change.
- Sharing personal stories and experiences can shift the narrative and increase support for reproductive rights.
- Reinvention requires resilience, support networks, and a refusal to accept "no" as an answer.
Links:
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!
Friday Oct 25, 2024
Friday Oct 25, 2024
"Our brains are set up to keep us safe, not to keep us happy, says Michelle Phillips, president of Key Performance and author of Happiness is a Habit. In this conversation with CoveyClub founder Lesley Jane Seymour she shares her 23-year entrepreneurial journey and reveals how daily rituals boost energy, well-being, and joy. She discusses her shift from sales to becoming a corporate trainer for Fortune 500 companies, highlighting the role of mindset and small habits in creating big changes. Michelle's story emphasizes the power of positive psychology and supportive networks in personal and professional growth.
Bio: Michelle Phillips is the president of Key Performance and the author of Happiness is a Habit: Simple Daily Rituals that Increase Energy, Improve Well-being, and Add Joy to Every Day. With over 20 years of experience, she has guided Fortune 500 companies worldwide, including TAG Heuer, Pfizer, and Verizon, in leadership and positive psychology.
Time Stamps
02:15 - Michelle Phillips on her early career
06:18 - Reinvention is all about mindset - here's why
09:46 - Helping people with more than just their job has become the norm
12:35 - Tiny habits coaching helps people through transition
18:15 - Happiness gets a bad rap because people think it's fake
19:17 - Why women take themselves out of game too soon in corporate life
25:04 - Do you see any difference in how women see their future versus the men?
25:51 - Coming out of sales and to write a book
Key Points:
- Mindset and tiny habits are crucial for personal and professional transformation.
- Positive psychology and optimism can be learned and applied to enhance life satisfaction.
- Women should embrace their value and potential, continuing to grow and contribute in their careers.
- Supportive networks and mentorship can significantly impact one's journey of reinvention.
Links and Resources:
Visit Michelle Phillips' Website
FREE GIFT! 31 Badass Tips for Launching Your Reinvention
Connect with Lesley Jane Seymour & CoveyClub:
If you found this episode insightful, please follow the podcast and leave a review on Apple Podcasts. For more resources and community support, join us at CoveyClub.com. Until next time, keep reinventing!