In this episode of Transforming 45, Lisa sits down with Sue Erhart, author of Lose Your Critic for Good, to dive deep into the midlife awakening. Together, they unpack how menopause can become a portal to authenticity, joy, and self-prioritization. From battling the inner critic to embracing practical spirituality, Sue offers grounded wisdom and gentle strategies for reconnecting with your true self—flaws and all.

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  Midlife is a powerful season for reclaiming authenticity.
  

  
  


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  Menopause often triggers a shift toward finally putting yourself first.
  

  
  


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  Practical spirituality means finding growth in real, everyday moments.
  

  
  


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  The inner critic wears many disguises—and none of them are truth.
  

  
  


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  Noticing your thoughts is the first step to transformation.
  

  
  


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  Joy and spirituality can be found in the mundane.
  

  
  


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  The journey matters just as much as the destination.
  

  
  


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  Dismantling expectations is a radical act of self-love.
  

  
  


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  True spiritual growth happens in community and connection.
  

  
  


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  Embracing imperfection leads to more peace and fulfillment.

  
  

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Practical Spirituality

01:19 Sue's Journey to Authenticity

04:10 Midlife Transitions and Authentic Self

09:58 The Magic of Menopause

11:10 Understanding Practical Spirituality

12:35 Personal Spiritual Journeys

14:08 Reassessing Spirituality in Midlife

17:07 Inclusivity in Spirituality

20:43 Infusing Spirituality into Daily Life

21:08 Strategies to Overcome the Inner Critic

30:22 Breaking Free from the Critic

32:11 The Midlife Revolution

36:41 Practicing Awareness and Reflection

📚 About Our Guest: Sue Erhart is a guide for midlife women seeking freedom from internal judgment and external pressures. Her book, Lose Your Critic for Good, is a soulful roadmap for living fully, freely, and joyfully.

✨ Tune in for a conversation that reminds you: You are not too late, and you are not alone. Your transformation is right on time.

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