You Keep Me Sane
For 8 years, Aileen and Julie have been each other's sounding board from opposite sides of the globe – Aileen in London and Julie in Melbourne.
They have navigated everything – motherhood, relationships, menopause, health, grief, and everything in between – through daily voice messages. These exchanges often became lifelines, and now they share that space with their listeners.
In You Keep Me Sane, Aileen and Julie hold honest conversations on life's challenges, growth, and connection. They lend an ear and share heartfelt insights, creating a space that allows both them, and you, to be human.
Listeners are encouraged to write in with their own experiences and topics, becoming part of the conversation that feels like a chat with close friends.
You Keep Me Sane
Waiting for the Fabulous to Kick In: A Midlife Reality Check | Sanity Check No. 33
Fabulous Over 50? What If You’re Not Feeling It Yet?
In this week’s Sanity Check, we’re talking about something that doesn’t get said enough: what if midlife isn’t fabulous just yet?
We dive into the glossy headlines about women thriving over 50 and unpack what it really feels like behind the scenes - from underactive thyroids and solo parenting to post-brain-fog clarity and Red Bull confessions.
Aileen shares how she’s doing everything “in reverse” - thriving in her 40s, now dealing with inflammation, fatigue, and the reality of perimenopause in her 50s. Julie reflects on finding energy and confidence again (finally!) after a decade-long fog lifted in her late 40s.
Together, we explore:
- Why “fabulous” looks different for every woman
- The invisible timeline pressure of ageing
- How our life stage, health, hormones, and circumstances shape how we feel
- And why your best decade might still be ahead of you (hello, sensational 60s!)
Takeaway: There’s no one-size-fits-all when it comes to ageing well. You’re not failing if you’re not feeling it right now. Your chapter might be different — and that’s more than okay.
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Remember, we’re two friends sharing our personal experiences and discussing everyday challenges. We’re not qualified coaches or therapists, and our content is for general information and supportive conversation only. If you need professional help, please seek advice from a licensed therapist.