In this heartening episode of the Pause to Go podcast, host Bree Luck invites listeners on a journey of resilience and self-discovery during midlife. Multiple guests - Susan, Matthew, Anna, James, Betsy and more - share their engrossing personal journeys spanning careers, health battles, and deepening self-awareness. From embracing our shadow selves to returning to old passions, these stories inspire all to navigate the ebbs and flows of life with courage and optimism. The episode celebrates the wisdom that comes with experience and age, and the joy of midlife transformations, urging listeners to pause, reflect and savor the transitions that enrich our lives.   00:00 Introduction to Pause to Go Podcast 00:45 Sharing Stories of Midlife Transformations 02:12 Susan's Journey: From Acting to Writing 06:07 Matthew's Transformation: Embracing the Shadow Self 10:50 Anna's Story: Rediscovering Filmmaking 14:04 Sabina's Awakening: Embracing Intuition and Inner Knowing 17:31 James's Career Transition: From Journalism to Theater Management 22:08 Betsy's Perspective: Embracing Aging as an Opportunity 25:37 A Story of Resilience: Overcoming Divorce and Trauma 29:22 Conclusion: The Power of Stories and Gratitude Thank to:   Susan Burke Matthew Reynolds: https://www.mrrconsulting.org/services Anna Ma James Sanford Betsy Link And other listeners who have shared your stories.   Important Links:   Leave us a message at the Pause to Go Podcast FB Group Or on our Pause To Go Podcast Webpage. Produced by Awkward Sage Media Find us on Instagran at https://www.instagram.com/awkwardsagemedia/