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Mixing Up Midlife

Terri & Melissa

210. Micro Vacations and Writing Your Own Obituary

JUN 7, 202431 MIN
Mixing Up Midlife

210. Micro Vacations and Writing Your Own Obituary

JUN 7, 202431 MIN

Description

Terri and Melissa discuss the importance of micro vacations, and share their recent getaway experiences. We talk about memorable discussions from our last guest, Jean Blasberg, and the overarching philosophy of 'using your life as a laboratory.' Is writing your own obituary a trend? We wrap up the episode with weekend watches, noting shows like 'Dark Matter' and 'Hacks,' and contemplate future content such as a book club discussion. Mix It Up with US Leave Us A Voicemail Terri on Instagram Melissa on Instagram Join the Mixing Up Midlife Discussion Facebook Group Email Us: [email protected] Visit the Mixing Up Midlife website Maybe Find Us on TikTok Youtube 00:00 Introduction and Podcast Overview 00:17 Micro Vacations: Importance and Ease in Summer 01:00 Book Club and Guest Discussions 01:25 Podcast Production Challenges 04:56 Reflections on Podcast Success and Growth 06:29 Listener Engagement and International Reach 07:26 Mini Vacation Stories: Cabin Getaway 11:10 Mini Vacation Stories: Day Trip to Charlestown 15:12 The Joy of Mini Vacations and Seasonal Preferences 16:45 Morning Bird Troubles 17:00 Try or Buy: Gimbals for Phones 19:52 TikTok Trends and Obituaries 24:07 Weekend Watch: TV Shows and Movies 28:45 Brooke Shields and Hair Care 30:20 Podcast Wrap-Up