By the time we hit 40, most of us have achieved many of the standard goals that are set by society. Owning a home, getting married, having kids, building a career. But what is it that you're living for when all of those goals have already been met? It's time to start living for you.
Katie Brandon joins us in this episode to share her personal journey to self-realization as she navigates life in her forties. From marriage and motherhood to divorce and starting her own business, Katie reflects on achieving societal milestones and the significance of turning forty.
The conversation covers the ups and downs of our forties, from dating to societal perceptions of age and the importance of friendships. Katie emphasizes the liberating feeling that comes with age and encourages embracing it as a badge of honor. Whether you're in your twenties, thirties, or already in your forties, Katie's story offers inspiration and insights on living life authentically.
Important Sections of the Conversation:
00:33 - Katie's Journey to Self-Realization
01:13 - Turning 40: Reflections and Revelations
02:20 - Embracing the 40s: A New Lease on Life
03:05 - Navigating Life's Milestones
08:10 - The Beauty Industry and Personal Growth
18:08 - Parental Influence and Aging
20:37 - Reflecting on Childhood Memories
20:49 - Parents' Perspectives on Aging
22:18 - A Memorable 40th Birthday Party
23:59 - Conversations About Aging with My Daughter
25:31 - Challenges of Dating in Your 40s
33:40 - Navigating Friendships Through Life Changes
39:50 - Embracing Life at 40
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What is #40AF: a podcast about millennials turning forty?
Hello, my name is Jane Nevins, and I turn 40 years old this April.
And I have big feelings about this.
As the first wave of “elder millennials” enters their fifth decade, we find a cultural script for this stage of life that is, well, frankly, a bummer. Most stories about people turning 40 are sad sack tales of missed opportunities, mourning their youth, and thoughts like, “Is this all there is? I thought it would be better! I thought there would be more!”
Join me on this podcast and explore what being a newly minted 40-year-old means.