Show Notes
As we wrap up 2025, Jo shares the reflection practice that transformed her life five years ago. She explores how to move beyond surface-level goal-setting to the deeper awareness that breaks repeating patterns and creates lasting change in midlife. In this episode, we explore: Why awareness is the first step to breaking old patterns
The tough questions that reveal what's keeping you stuck
How reflection turns experience into wisdom
Moving from "Groundhog Day" living to intentional choices
Jo's free reflection guide to support your year-end review
If you're ready to stop living life on repeat and start living on purpose, this episode offers a powerful place to begin.
Top 5 Listener Favourites from 2025: Episode 125. Hormones & Midlife Health: A Conversation with Professor Susan Davis https://open.spotify.com/episode/1LIfwP5aSsUTZrfGSRpoxu?si=7FOxYd9hR9-UCgRnZPUKnw Episode 158. What Really Changes When Women Become Grandmothers with Deedee Moore https://open.spotify.com/episode/0elxuUMVgsGPGrZRYwVtYj?si=NnYer3nLTKe7XsgW6-U2yQ Episode 156. What Women Need to Know Before and After Retirement with Bec Wilson https://open.spotify.com/episode/4Xk2RAZfTRzFICMnlqOXEN?si=Bj0S5irBR-eqQe4vPHCspg Episode 130. Let's Talk About Sex and Midlife with Dr Sian Heon https://open.spotify.com/episode/45aIHfXI5MLp5ZDZ39oHK3?si=ZNZpFlG3TWOSt2Si1O7aXA Episode 143. How to Stop Overthinking and Start Taking Action https://open.spotify.com/episode/4T0X8qtxZrBoj8qQGZNjnA?si=iB9PG6BDTYSVeq-9HnkKdg Free Resource 2025 Reflection Guide: joclarkcoaching.com/reflect Connect with Jo Book a 20-minute connection call: https://calendly.com/jo--138/20min?month=2025-07 Re Imagine mentoring: https://www.joclarkcoaching.com/work-with-me Resources and programmes: https://www.joclarkcoaching.com/resources Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joclarkcoaching/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/joclarkcoaching/
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