Women’s Health Unwrapped
Episode 139:
Why pushing harder isn’t the answer – how to reset in midlife
Ever feel like your mind just won’t switch off? You’re not imagining it.
“We spend decades becoming who we think we should be. Midlife is the moment to ask who you really are. It’s a chance to course-correct and consciously choose your next chapter.”
— Nicola Farndell
“We spend so much of our lives being who we think we should be—fitting into roles, ticking boxes, doing what's expected. But at some point, usually in midlife, something shifts. You realise that success without happiness isn’t really success at all.”
— Libby Langley
In this episode of Women’s Health Unwrapped:
We have up to 60,000 thoughts a day, and most of them are the same ones we had yesterday, and in this honest and powerful conversation with Libby Langley, we’re unwrapping how your thoughts shape your reality, and how to take back control before burnout takes over.
We talk about the pressure to keep doing, the silent stress of overthinking, and the deep discomfort that so many high-achieving women feel in midlife when their lives no longer feel like a fit. Libby shares her personal story of climbing the ladder, hitting breaking point, and finally choosing a different path — one built on happiness, intentionality and self-worth.
Whether you're in a career that no longer feels right, or just tired of feeling like you're not quite yourself anymore, this episode is for you.
Together we explore:
Why prioritising happiness isn’t selfish and why doing more won’t bring the happiness you're chasing.
The silent toll of overthinking and how it impacts health and identity.
The quiet crisis of authenticity in women’s careers.
Why midlife can feel like everything is shifting, and how that’s not always a bad thing.
How to use intentional pauses to rethink what really matters.
The link between self-worth, burnout and bravery.
How burnout can be a catalyst for change and self-discovery, but why you shouldn’t wait to burnout before making changes.
Practical, empowering steps to shift your life gently but powerfully.
About Libby Langley:
Libby Langley is a business coach, bestselling author, and host of the Unstuck podcast. She helps women who are overthinking everything in their business to untangle their thoughts, simplify what’s working, and build a business that actually feels good to run. With over a decade of experience and a refreshingly honest approach, Libby combines practical strategies with gentle mindset support - helping solo business owners find clarity, confidence, and momentum (without burning out or starting from scratch).
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