RenewHer

RenewHer

Hosted by: Genell Lemley

RenewHer is a podcast dedicated to empowering women over 50 to embrace bold new challenges and cultivate a mindset focused on growth and resilience. You’ll hear inspiring stories of women who have stepped beyond their...

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42 | When Life Rewrites the Script: Louise Taylor on Reinvention, Authenticity, and Starting Again

What happens when the life you thought you were building suddenly changes? After more than 35 years in corporate marketing leadership, Louise Taylor was laid off at 59. Then COVID brought her job search to a halt....
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41 | Why We Worry: Understanding the Worry Loop

Have you ever noticed how quickly your brain can go to “What if?” What if something goes wrong?What if I made the wrong decision?What if something happens to someone I love? Worry can feel like preparation. We think...
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40 | It's Never Too Late to Challenge Yourself: Running a Marathon at 62 & Continuing to Grow

At every stage of life, there are opportunities to learn, grow, and explore what's next. In this episode of RenewHer, I sit down with my longtime friend, Rachel Kyllo, whose story is a powerful reminder that life...
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39 |The Expectations That Steal Our Peace

Have you ever noticed how a small, ordinary moment can reveal something much bigger about yourself? In this episode of RenewHer Reflections, I share a story about my dog Peyton and our daily walks. As she’s gotten...
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38 | When the Noise Won't Stop: What It's Doing to Your Brain

Have you ever been so distracted by constant noise that you couldn't think straight? That's exactly what happened to me this week as construction crews spent days replacing our shared driveway. The endless backup...
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37 | Discipline Isn’t the Whole Story: What Helps Me Keep Showing Up

For years, people have commented on how disciplined I am when it comes to exercise. But through seasons of grief, surgeries, and starting over, I’ve learned that discipline is only part of the story. In this RenewHer...
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36 | Reinventing Your Life—One Chapter at a Time | Judy Tierney

Is it ever too late to reinvent yourself? In this inspiring episode of RenewHer, I sit down with Judy Tierney—entrepreneur, real estate investor, and co-founder of Be There Excursions—to explore what it really takes...
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35 | 6 Simple Ways to Improve Your Brain in Minutes | Brain Notes

Can you really improve your brain in just a few minutes a day? According to neuroscience, you can. In this episode of Brain Notes, Genell shares six simple, science-backed habits that can help support brain health,...
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34 | Beginning Again After Loss: Finding Hope, Healing & Purpose | Dr. Susan Edkins

After losing her husband unexpectedly, Dr. Susan Edkins found herself asking a question that many women face after a major life transition: Who am I now? What began as a journey through grief ultimately became a...
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33 | How Visualization Can Help You Perform at Your Best | Brain Notes

What if one of the most effective ways to prepare for your next big opportunity didn't begin with doing—but with imagining? Visualization isn't just something elite athletes use before a championship game. It's a...
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32 | It's Never Too Late to Begin Again

Have you ever wondered... "Is it too late for me?" Too late to write the book. Start the business. Take on a new challenge. Or finally pursue the dream that's been quietly sitting in your heart for years. In this...
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31 | Why Your Brain May Feel Slower (And How to Build Brain Resilience)

Why Your Brain May Feel Slower (And How to Build Brain Resilience) Have you ever walked into a room and forgotten why you were there? Struggled to find the right word? Or felt like your brain just isn't as sharp as it...
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