say YES to yourself!
For Midlife Women Ready to Reclaim, Redefine, and Rise
This is the podcast for women in midlife who are ready to shed outdated cultural expectations, rewrite their stories, and finally put themselves first—without guilt or apology.
Each week on Say YES to Yourself!, host Wendy Harrop curates soulful, honest conversations with inspiring women who are courageously reinventing their lives. From career pivots and creative dreams to empty-nest awakenings and personal breakthroughs, you’ll hear real stories of transformation, healing, and joy.
If you're craving more meaning, more magic, and more you in your life—this podcast is your permission slip. Saying YES to yourself isn’t selfish—it’s the most generous, revolutionary act of your midlife.
Tune in and be reminded: your best chapter starts now.
say YES to yourself!
Reinvention, Beauty & Confidence After 40 | Lauren Hale
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Welcome to the Say YES to Yourself! Podcast—the show for midlife women, empty nesters, and those navigating major life transitions like divorce, reinvention, and rediscovery. If you're ready to shed old roles and finally put yourself first, you're in the right place.
In this episode, Wendy talks with Lauren Hale, a former Kindergarten teacher turned mature beauty influencer with over 800k followers. Lauren’s mission is to teach women over 40 how to make their makeup work for them—without chasing 20-something trends. Beyond beauty, she shares her powerful story of reinvention, vulnerability, and choosing herself in midlife.
They explore:
- Why so many women still struggle with belonging, friendship, and identity in midlife
- How self-care and vulnerability can spark healing, confidence, and authentic connection
- The power of saying YES to yourself, even when it means walking away from what no longer serves you
This is a must-listen for anyone craving permission to start fresh, embrace their authentic beauty—inside and out, and step fully into their next chapter.
Connect with Lauren:
Get her book: Girl, Put on Your Lipstick - The World Needs You
Instagram @laurenlhale
TikTok @laurenlhale
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