{"version":1,"type":"rich","provider_name":"Libsyn","provider_url":"https:\/\/www.libsyn.com","height":90,"width":600,"title":"154. Feeling Stuck? How to Turn a Midlife or Identity Crisis Into a Powerful Rebirth","description":"In this episode, Host Paola Soares explores what really happens when life feels \u201coff,\u201d and why what many people call a midlife crisis or identity crisis is often something far healthier \u2014 a midlife readjustment, a season of reflection, realignment, and personal rebirth. Paola breaks down the difference between an unhealthy midlife crisis (reactive, fear-driven, impulsive) and a healthy midlife awakening (intentional, reflective, and aligned), and shares why research shows that only 10\u201320% of adultsactually experience a true midlife crisis. For most people, feeling stuck, restless, or misaligned is part of a normal life transition \u2014 an invitation to reinvent yourself with clarity and purpose. In this conversation, we dive into:   Why you may feel stuck, lost, or questioning your direction   Signs you\u2019re in an awakening or identity shift   What misalignment is trying to reveal   How to move from crisis \u2192 clarity \u2192 rebirth   Practical reflection questions to help you reconnect with your calling   How this season can become a powerful new beginning   If you\u2019re navigating a midlife transition, feeling behind, or craving deeper alignment in your career, purpose, or identity, this episode will help you reframe your season and step into it with confidence and hope. \ud83c\udf3f Join the Dream Call (Tomorrow!) Dec. 17th at 12pm EST Paola also shares an invitation to the upcoming Dream Call \u2014 a guided, reflective session designed to help you pause, reconnect with your purpose, and dream again for 2026. &amp;nbsp; During this live call, you\u2019ll explore guided journal prompts to: \ud83d\udcdd Clarify your goals and desires for 2026 \ud83d\udcdd Identify the projects, ideas &amp;amp; dreams you feel called to \ud83d\udcdd Hear God more clearly in your next season \ud83d\udcdd Release what\u2019s no longer serving you \ud83d\udcdd Step into the new year with deeper peace and intention This is the last free call before the January launch of The Purpose Co. Accountability Community.  \u2705Register Here \ud83d\udcbb Let\u2019s Connect: \ud83d\udcf2 Instagram: @butfirstshefailed \ud83c\udf10 Website: Paolasoares.com\u25b6\ufe0f Follow on YouTube: Watch Here \ud83d\udce9 6 Ways to Know You\u2019re Walking In Your Calling (Free Resource)  133. Why You Need To Develop This 1 Thing To Be Successful &amp;nbsp; ","author_name":"BUT FIRST, SHE FAILED - Career Growth, Women Entrepreneurs, Overcoming Imposter Syndrome, Growth Mindset, Confidence","author_url":"https:\/\/paolasoares.com","html":"<iframe title=\"Libsyn Player\" style=\"border: none\" src=\"\/\/html5-player.libsyn.com\/embed\/episode\/id\/39432440\/height\/90\/theme\/custom\/thumbnail\/yes\/direction\/forward\/render-playlist\/no\/custom-color\/88AA3C\/\" height=\"90\" width=\"600\" scrolling=\"no\"  allowfullscreen webkitallowfullscreen mozallowfullscreen oallowfullscreen msallowfullscreen><\/iframe>","thumbnail_url":"https:\/\/assets.libsyn.com\/secure\/item\/39432440"}