In this episode of Midlife by Design, Lori Lisai connects with Melissa Fenner, a midlife mom and educator, to discuss the profound changes that occur during midlife and how Human Design can provide a framework for navigating them. As a 6/3 profile Manifesting Generator, Melissa shares her journey of self-discovery, emphasizing the importance of embracing experimentation, integrating life lessons, and finding purpose in teaching others.Throughout the conversation, Lori and Melissa explore how Human Design can be a powerful tool in understanding oneself and others, improving communication, and making aligned decisions, particularly during the midlife transition.

Key Takeaways:

1. Human Design Insights: Understanding the phases of the 6/3 profile—experimenting, integrating, and teaching—and how they shape personal growth in midlife.
2. Letting Go: Embracing the idea that it’s okay to move on from projects or hobbies that no longer serve you, reframing it as a natural part of growth.
3. Deconditioning: The journey of unlearning societal and familial expectations, and its impact on parenting and personal identity.
4. Parenting Adult Children: Approaching parenting with more understanding and compassion, especially during their transition to adulthood.
5. Empty Nesting: The emotional and physical challenges of sending a child off to college, and how to navigate the ensuing identity shift.
6. Redefining Relationships: The importance of reconnecting with a partner post-children, using Human Design to enhance communication and intimacy.

Time-Stamped Highlights:

• [00:01:20 ] - Melissa & Lori discuss the 6/3 Human Design profile and how it influences her life.
• [00:05:45 ] - The struggle with ADHD and learning to let go of unfinished projects without feeling like a failure as a Manifesting Generator.
• [00:11:30 ] - Deconditioning from the "good girl" mentality and shifting her approach to parenting.
• [00:18:10 ] - The emotional pain of sending a child to college and adjusting to an empty nest.
• [00:24:30 ] - Rediscovering identity and purpose after children leave home.
• [00:31:15 ] - Using Human Design to improve communication and decision-making in relationships.
• [00:35:50 ] - Embracing midlife as a time for reinvention and a "major pivot" towards new possibilities.

Connect with Melissa Fenner:

Website: https://www.everydayom.net/

Connect with Lori Lisai:

Book a Human Design Reading: lorilisai.com/workwithlori

Website: LoriLisai.com

Instagram: @LoriLisai

Melissa mentioned Lori's planner which you can access here

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