<![CDATA[Thrive With Intention™]]>9ff506b7-073e-597e-ba8e-f5a3902cf384Fri, 06 Mar 2026 14:47:54 +0000Captivate.fmJody Phiferhttps://artwork.captivate.fm/12996c20-a84a-4aa1-9893-fb02eff99047/Primary-Logo-35.pngThrive With Intention™Jody PhiferJody PhiferMidlife doesn’t have to be a crisis - it can be a beautiful reinvention. This podcast helps women over 40 navigate the identity shifts of midlife, the chaos of perimenopause (and menopause), changing relationships, and the big “what’s next?” questions, so you can turn this season into your most powerful chapter yet. Hosted by Jody Phifer, Certified Midlife Coach for Women, each episode delivers practical coaching tools, real stories, and mindset shifts to help you tap into your desires, reclaim your energy, feel like yourself again, set clear boundaries without guilt, rewrite your self-talk, and take aligned actions that fit the woman you are now and the the next, badass version of you. Because midlife magic is real—and when you thrive with intention, everything changes. *This podcast isn't for kids. The grown-ups are talking. Expect real talk, mild language, and honest midlife conversations. Episodes will be marked as explicit when things get extra spicy. Subscribe now so you never miss an episode. HELPFUL LINKS: ✨Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz → https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/ ✨Book a free Clarity Call → https://thrivewithintention.com/call/ ✨Learn about 1:1 Coaching (The Shift™) → https://thrivewithintention.com/shift/ https://thrivewithintention.com/falseepisodicnopodcast20: How to Use AI Without Losing Your Voice20: How to Use AI Without Losing Your VoiceIf you’ve been curious (and maybe a little hesitant), this episode is your grounded, real-life take on how to use AI without outsourcing your values or your voice. We’re talking about the good, the bad, the messy middle, and how to stay discerning while still getting the benefits.

Key Takeaways

  1. Understand what AI actually is (and what it is not)
  2. Use AI like a tool, not an authority
  3. Treat it like an overconfident teenage intern, review everything
  4. Give better context by talking instead of typing
  5. Leverage AI to save time without replacing your thinking

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. Should I try AI if I’m skeptical or overwhelmed
  2. Is AI going to replace my job
  3. How do I use ChatGPT ethically without feeling gross about it
  4. What’s a smart way to get accurate info without being misled

Want real coaching support?

Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Other Mentions:

🔗Diary of A CEO Podcast w/Tony Robbins:

-Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tony-robbins-no-one-is-ready-for-whats-coming-why-the/id1291423644?i=1000745247666

-Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KeM3GzZuUsklc66u2l2YN?si=4783a6c6d58e417b

🙋‍♀️ Questions?

Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

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]]>If you’ve been curious (and maybe a little hesitant), this episode is your grounded, real-life take on how to use AI without outsourcing your values or your voice. We’re talking about the good, the bad, the messy middle, and how to stay discerning while still getting the benefits.

Key Takeaways

  1. Understand what AI actually is (and what it is not)
  2. Use AI like a tool, not an authority
  3. Treat it like an overconfident teenage intern, review everything
  4. Give better context by talking instead of typing
  5. Leverage AI to save time without replacing your thinking

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. Should I try AI if I’m skeptical or overwhelmed
  2. Is AI going to replace my job
  3. How do I use ChatGPT ethically without feeling gross about it
  4. What’s a smart way to get accurate info without being misled

Want real coaching support?

Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Other Mentions:

🔗Diary of A CEO Podcast w/Tony Robbins:

-Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/gb/podcast/tony-robbins-no-one-is-ready-for-whats-coming-why-the/id1291423644?i=1000745247666

-Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/episode/6KeM3GzZuUsklc66u2l2YN?si=4783a6c6d58e417b

🙋‍♀️ Questions?

Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

*Some affiliate links may be included. As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>bcd502df-53af-4411-ab5e-50e5ee3b2b7aThu, 05 Mar 2026 10:00:00 -060032:04falsefull202019: How to Process Negative Emotions Without Getting Stuck19: How to Process Negative Emotions Without Getting StuckLearning how to process negative emotions without getting stuck is one of the most important skills you can build in midlife.

In this episode, I share why negative feelings are not a problem to solve, why numbing doesn’t actually work, and how to feel your feelings without letting them define your future.

If you’ve ever tried to push past pain or found yourself stuck in it, this conversation will help you move forward with strength and self-respect.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Recognize that discomfort is not the same thing as danger
  2. Allow emotions to move through your body instead of numbing them
  3. Ask powerful questions like, “What am I making this mean?”
  4. Decide who you want to be, even in hard moments
  5. Take small steps forward while still honoring your feelings

Common Questions This Episode Answers:

  1. How do I process negative emotions in a healthy way?
  2. How do I stop numbing my feelings with alcohol or distractions?
  3. Can I move forward even if I’m still grieving or hurting?

Want real coaching support?

Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Other Mentions:

🔗Build the Life You Want by Arthur Brooks and Oprah Winfrey

🙋‍♀️ Questions?

Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

*Some affiliate links may be included. As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>Learning how to process negative emotions without getting stuck is one of the most important skills you can build in midlife.

In this episode, I share why negative feelings are not a problem to solve, why numbing doesn’t actually work, and how to feel your feelings without letting them define your future.

If you’ve ever tried to push past pain or found yourself stuck in it, this conversation will help you move forward with strength and self-respect.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Recognize that discomfort is not the same thing as danger
  2. Allow emotions to move through your body instead of numbing them
  3. Ask powerful questions like, “What am I making this mean?”
  4. Decide who you want to be, even in hard moments
  5. Take small steps forward while still honoring your feelings

Common Questions This Episode Answers:

  1. How do I process negative emotions in a healthy way?
  2. How do I stop numbing my feelings with alcohol or distractions?
  3. Can I move forward even if I’m still grieving or hurting?

Want real coaching support?

Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Other Mentions:

🔗Build the Life You Want by Arthur Brooks and Oprah Winfrey

🙋‍♀️ Questions?

Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

*Some affiliate links may be included. As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>88bd54ac-e880-4672-8ae9-9921c4239fdeWed, 18 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -060016:24falsefull191918: How The Four Agreements Can Calm Your Mind in Midlife18: How The Four Agreements Can Calm Your Mind in MidlifeThe Four Agreements midlife women often overlook can be the key to ending overthinking and unnecessary emotional drama. In this episode, Jody breaks down each agreement and explains how to apply them through a midlife lens for more peace, clarity, and self-trust.

Key Takeaways

  1. Recognize how assumptions create emotional exhaustion
  2. Practice not taking things personally, even when it feels personal
  3. Speak more kindly and clearly to yourself and others
  4. Allow your “best” to change from day to day without self-judgment

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. Why do I feel so drained by situations that never actually happen?
  2. How can I stop making assumptions about my partner, kids, or coworkers?
  3. How do The Four Agreements apply to midlife challenges and body changes?

Want real coaching support? Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Better With Every Book Club: Read the book. Actually apply it. Get support and accountability.

📚https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

Other Mentions: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

🙋‍♀️ Questions? Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

*Some affiliate links may be included. As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>The Four Agreements midlife women often overlook can be the key to ending overthinking and unnecessary emotional drama. In this episode, Jody breaks down each agreement and explains how to apply them through a midlife lens for more peace, clarity, and self-trust.

Key Takeaways

  1. Recognize how assumptions create emotional exhaustion
  2. Practice not taking things personally, even when it feels personal
  3. Speak more kindly and clearly to yourself and others
  4. Allow your “best” to change from day to day without self-judgment

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. Why do I feel so drained by situations that never actually happen?
  2. How can I stop making assumptions about my partner, kids, or coworkers?
  3. How do The Four Agreements apply to midlife challenges and body changes?

Want real coaching support? Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Better With Every Book Club: Read the book. Actually apply it. Get support and accountability.

📚https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

Other Mentions: The Four Agreements by Don Miguel Ruiz

🙋‍♀️ Questions? Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

*Some affiliate links may be included. As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>35662015-9041-4153-a3a0-2fd32ee44de5Wed, 11 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -060013:32falsefull181817: Letting Go When Your Child Goes to College with Dylan Phifer17: Letting Go When Your Child Goes to College with Dylan PhiferLetting go when your child goes to college can feel like an emotional whiplash. In this episode, my son Dylan and I have a real, honest conversation about the in-between space right before he leaves. Excited, nervous, and tender, all at once.

Key Takeaways

  1. Name the “in-between” feelings instead of judging them.
  2. Talk about expectations early, grades, jobs, communication, support.
  3. Practice staying connected without clinging or micromanaging.
  4. Release the “shoulds” and remember they’re on their own path.
  5. Remember nothing has to be perfect, for you or for them.

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. How do I cope emotionally when my kid leaves for college?
  2. How do I stay close without smothering them?
  3. What conversations should we have before move-in day?
  4. How do we handle mistakes, learning curves, and asking for help?

Want real coaching support? Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Better With Every Book Club: Read the book. Actually apply it. Get support and accountability.

📚https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

🙋‍♀️ Questions? Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>Letting go when your child goes to college can feel like an emotional whiplash. In this episode, my son Dylan and I have a real, honest conversation about the in-between space right before he leaves. Excited, nervous, and tender, all at once.

Key Takeaways

  1. Name the “in-between” feelings instead of judging them.
  2. Talk about expectations early, grades, jobs, communication, support.
  3. Practice staying connected without clinging or micromanaging.
  4. Release the “shoulds” and remember they’re on their own path.
  5. Remember nothing has to be perfect, for you or for them.

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. How do I cope emotionally when my kid leaves for college?
  2. How do I stay close without smothering them?
  3. What conversations should we have before move-in day?
  4. How do we handle mistakes, learning curves, and asking for help?

Want real coaching support? Book a free 30-minute Clarity Call - This is a coaching call. You’ll leave with clarity and a next step. If it feels aligned, I’ll share how we can work together.

📞https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Better With Every Book Club: Read the book. Actually apply it. Get support and accountability.

📚https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

🙋‍♀️ Questions? Contact me here: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>3d0d013f-95fe-40f2-98c8-7f507036b62fWed, 04 Feb 2026 06:00:00 -060051:42falsefull171716: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 6 - The System16: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 6 - The SystemIf you’ve struggled to follow through after setting goals, this episode walks you through a goal setting system designed to keep you engaged, even when motivation dips. This final episode of the series ties everything together so you can keep going quarter after quarter without quitting on yourself.

Key Takeaways

  1. Choose a weekly check-in that becomes a non-negotiable ritual
  2. Use systems and structure to support follow-through, not willpower
  3. Adjust goals without quitting when real life shows up
  4. Build identity-level evidence that you don’t give up on yourself

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. What do I do when I fall behind on my goals?
  2. How can I create a weekly check-in that actually helps?
  3. Why do most goals fall apart after a few weeks?

HELPFUL LINKS

✨ Get Started

Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Join Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

📰 Stay Connected

Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/

Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>If you’ve struggled to follow through after setting goals, this episode walks you through a goal setting system designed to keep you engaged, even when motivation dips. This final episode of the series ties everything together so you can keep going quarter after quarter without quitting on yourself.

Key Takeaways

  1. Choose a weekly check-in that becomes a non-negotiable ritual
  2. Use systems and structure to support follow-through, not willpower
  3. Adjust goals without quitting when real life shows up
  4. Build identity-level evidence that you don’t give up on yourself

Common Questions This Episode Answers

  1. What do I do when I fall behind on my goals?
  2. How can I create a weekly check-in that actually helps?
  3. Why do most goals fall apart after a few weeks?

HELPFUL LINKS

✨ Get Started

Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

Join Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

📰 Stay Connected

Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/

Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>bebe9f39-8588-498f-9166-34ab1e75a28bWed, 28 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -060010:44falsefull161615: Goal Planning That Sticks Part 5 - 90 Day Blueprint15: Goal Planning That Sticks Part 5 - 90 Day BlueprintIn this episode, I’m breaking down 90-day goal planning so your big goals stop feeling overwhelming and start feeling sustainable. You’ll learn how to choose the right focus, create identity-based milestones, and build habits that keep you moving forward even when life gets messy.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Choose one or two goals that matter most right now
  2. Break big goals into realistic 90-day milestones
  3. Set a minimum baseline so you don’t quit when things fall apart
  4. Use a reset mantra to shift from shame to forward motion

Common Questions This Episode Answers:

  1. How many goals should I focus on at one time?
  2. What do I do when I fall off track with my goals?
  3. How do I make goals realistic instead of overwhelming?

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started

  1. Get Your Goal Setting Planner – https://thrivewithintention.com/planner
  2. Join Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub
  3. Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/
  4. Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

📰 Stay Connected

  1. Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/
  2. Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com
  3. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/
  4. Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>In this episode, I’m breaking down 90-day goal planning so your big goals stop feeling overwhelming and start feeling sustainable. You’ll learn how to choose the right focus, create identity-based milestones, and build habits that keep you moving forward even when life gets messy.

Key Takeaways:

  1. Choose one or two goals that matter most right now
  2. Break big goals into realistic 90-day milestones
  3. Set a minimum baseline so you don’t quit when things fall apart
  4. Use a reset mantra to shift from shame to forward motion

Common Questions This Episode Answers:

  1. How many goals should I focus on at one time?
  2. What do I do when I fall off track with my goals?
  3. How do I make goals realistic instead of overwhelming?

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started

  1. Get Your Goal Setting Planner – https://thrivewithintention.com/planner
  2. Join Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub
  3. Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/
  4. Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

📰 Stay Connected

  1. Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/
  2. Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com
  3. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/
  4. Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>0e17c11f-fb0d-4516-ac2e-f7071dd40104Wed, 21 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -060016:17falsefull151514: BONUS - How to Actually Finish Personal Growth Books14: BONUS - How to Actually Finish Personal Growth BooksIf you love personal growth books but struggle to finish them or apply what you read, this episode breaks down why that happens and how a personal growth book club can help everything finally stick. I’m sharing how slowing down, adding accountability, and learning alongside other women creates real, lasting change.

Key Takeaways

• Recognize why passive reading doesn’t lead to transformation

• Understand how accountability supports real growth

• Learn how to apply personal development tools to real life

• Give yourself both structure and grace

Common Questions This Episode Answers

• Why don’t personal growth books actually change my life?

• How can I stay accountable with self-development?

• Is joining a book club worth it for personal growth?

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started

Join Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

📰 Stay Connected

Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/

Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

📌 Mentions

Build the Life You Want by Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey: https://amzn.to/3YHuvyG

*As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>If you love personal growth books but struggle to finish them or apply what you read, this episode breaks down why that happens and how a personal growth book club can help everything finally stick. I’m sharing how slowing down, adding accountability, and learning alongside other women creates real, lasting change.

Key Takeaways

• Recognize why passive reading doesn’t lead to transformation

• Understand how accountability supports real growth

• Learn how to apply personal development tools to real life

• Give yourself both structure and grace

Common Questions This Episode Answers

• Why don’t personal growth books actually change my life?

• How can I stay accountable with self-development?

• Is joining a book club worth it for personal growth?

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started

Join Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

📰 Stay Connected

Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/

Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

📌 Mentions

Build the Life You Want by Arthur C. Brooks and Oprah Winfrey: https://amzn.to/3YHuvyG

*As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>a7c496b3-7383-4663-b18d-0bc6623dc4abFri, 16 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -060007:07falsefull141413: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 4 – Goals That Matter13: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 4 – Goals That MatterIf your goals are already losing steam, it doesn’t mean you failed. It means those goals were never aligned. In this episode, I’m showing you how to create goals that actually matter… goals that fit your real life, your identity, and the season you’re in right now.

This is Part 4 of the Goal Setting That Sticks series, where we turn reflection and clarity into goals you can realistically follow through on all year.

In this episode, we cover:

• What identity-based goals are and why they matter

• How to create SMART goals without losing alignment or soul

• Why milestones help goals feel doable instead of overwhelming

• Real examples from my own Big Five life areas

• How accountability and support change everything

🔗LINKS MENTIONED

• Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

• Free Goal Setting Planner: https://thrivewithintention.com/planner

• Shift & Thrive 1:1 Coaching: https://thrivewithintention.com/shift

• Take the Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz

• Podcast Feedback: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

• Book Club Book for February: Build the Life You Want by Arthur Brooks & Oprah Winfrey

https://amzn.to/3Ys9wja

As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>If your goals are already losing steam, it doesn’t mean you failed. It means those goals were never aligned. In this episode, I’m showing you how to create goals that actually matter… goals that fit your real life, your identity, and the season you’re in right now.

This is Part 4 of the Goal Setting That Sticks series, where we turn reflection and clarity into goals you can realistically follow through on all year.

In this episode, we cover:

• What identity-based goals are and why they matter

• How to create SMART goals without losing alignment or soul

• Why milestones help goals feel doable instead of overwhelming

• Real examples from my own Big Five life areas

• How accountability and support change everything

🔗LINKS MENTIONED

• Better With Every Book Club: https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

• Free Goal Setting Planner: https://thrivewithintention.com/planner

• Shift & Thrive 1:1 Coaching: https://thrivewithintention.com/shift

• Take the Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz

• Podcast Feedback: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

• Book Club Book for February: Build the Life You Want by Arthur Brooks & Oprah Winfrey

https://amzn.to/3Ys9wja

As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>3cf871a0-0e52-4c56-9840-6038a1359c8fWed, 14 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -060012:42falsefull131312: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 3: Clarifying What You Want12: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 3: Clarifying What You WantMost people don’t struggle with goal setting because they lack discipline. They struggle because they never slow down long enough to clarify what they truly want.

In part three of the Goal Setting That Sticks series, we focus on desire before strategy. This episode will help you move away from “should” goals and toward goals that feel aligned, sustainable, and rooted in who you are becoming in midlife.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. Why clarifying desire is the foundation of goal setting that sticks
  2. How hidden desires show up as restlessness and resentment
  3. Why planning too early cuts off clarity
  4. How to anchor your goals to your identity instead of motivation
  5. Why focusing on fewer priorities leads to better follow-through

HELPFUL LINKS:

👉Get your FREE Goal Setting Planner – https://thrivewithintention.com/planner

👉Future You Visualization – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PCRmhpkFEml0_R7veFaSsO4ygfTS69kN/view?usp=drive_link

👉Better With Every Book Club – https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

👉Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

]]>Most people don’t struggle with goal setting because they lack discipline. They struggle because they never slow down long enough to clarify what they truly want.

In part three of the Goal Setting That Sticks series, we focus on desire before strategy. This episode will help you move away from “should” goals and toward goals that feel aligned, sustainable, and rooted in who you are becoming in midlife.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  1. Why clarifying desire is the foundation of goal setting that sticks
  2. How hidden desires show up as restlessness and resentment
  3. Why planning too early cuts off clarity
  4. How to anchor your goals to your identity instead of motivation
  5. Why focusing on fewer priorities leads to better follow-through

HELPFUL LINKS:

👉Get your FREE Goal Setting Planner – https://thrivewithintention.com/planner

👉Future You Visualization – https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PCRmhpkFEml0_R7veFaSsO4ygfTS69kN/view?usp=drive_link

👉Better With Every Book Club – https://thrivewithintention.com/bookclub

👉Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

]]>fb925c82-c4f3-47c2-af50-0b36f0b37357Wed, 07 Jan 2026 06:00:00 -060020:33falsefull121211: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 2: The Anti-Resolution Approach11: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 2: The Anti-Resolution Approach✨Grab your free Goal Setting Planner: https://thrivewithintention.com/planner

We all know New Year’s resolutions don’t work… yet we keep making them anyway. In part two of the Goal Setting That Sticks series, I’m sharing a different approach. One that’s rooted in identity, alignment, and intention, not pressure or willpower.

Instead of starting with resolutions, you’ll learn how to choose a theme for the year that acts as your North Star and helps you follow through long after January.

In this episode, we cover:

  1. Why resolutions fail (and why it’s not a motivation problem)
  2. How identity drives lasting change
  3. What a “theme for the year” really is and how to choose yours
  4. Why future-you work makes follow-through easier
  5. How to use your theme as a guide all year long

HELPFUL LINKS:

👉Future You Visualization: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PCRmhpkFEml0_R7veFaSsO4ygfTS69kN/view?usp=sharing

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]]>✨Grab your free Goal Setting Planner: https://thrivewithintention.com/planner

We all know New Year’s resolutions don’t work… yet we keep making them anyway. In part two of the Goal Setting That Sticks series, I’m sharing a different approach. One that’s rooted in identity, alignment, and intention, not pressure or willpower.

Instead of starting with resolutions, you’ll learn how to choose a theme for the year that acts as your North Star and helps you follow through long after January.

In this episode, we cover:

  1. Why resolutions fail (and why it’s not a motivation problem)
  2. How identity drives lasting change
  3. What a “theme for the year” really is and how to choose yours
  4. Why future-you work makes follow-through easier
  5. How to use your theme as a guide all year long

HELPFUL LINKS:

👉Future You Visualization: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1PCRmhpkFEml0_R7veFaSsO4ygfTS69kN/view?usp=sharing

👉Free Goal Setting Planner: https://thrivewithintention.com/planner

👉Ready to see what coaching with me is really like? Book a free clarity call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call

👉Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>2595a45c-7a2c-4a0c-82fa-064e7a76ff18Wed, 31 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -060017:13falsefull111110: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 1: Year-End Review10: Goal Setting That Sticks Part 1: Year-End ReviewWhat if the reason your goals don’t stick has nothing to do with discipline or motivation… and everything to do with skipping reflection?

Be sure to download the free Goal Setting Planner and work through Part 1 alongside this episode. The planner and podcast are designed to work together.

In Part 1 of this 6-week series, I’m sharing a new way to approach goal setting by starting with a powerful year-end review. One that builds clarity, self-trust, and momentum before you ever set a single goal.

In this episode, we talk about:

  1. Why rushing into goals on January 1st actually works against you
  2. The four biggest reasons goals usually fizzle out by February
  3. How reflection shifts you from lack into abundance
  4. Why identity work matters more than outcomes
  5. How a year-end review creates clarity for what comes next

✨ Get Started

  1. Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/
  2. Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

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  1. Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/
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  4. Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>What if the reason your goals don’t stick has nothing to do with discipline or motivation… and everything to do with skipping reflection?

Be sure to download the free Goal Setting Planner and work through Part 1 alongside this episode. The planner and podcast are designed to work together.

In Part 1 of this 6-week series, I’m sharing a new way to approach goal setting by starting with a powerful year-end review. One that builds clarity, self-trust, and momentum before you ever set a single goal.

In this episode, we talk about:

  1. Why rushing into goals on January 1st actually works against you
  2. The four biggest reasons goals usually fizzle out by February
  3. How reflection shifts you from lack into abundance
  4. Why identity work matters more than outcomes
  5. How a year-end review creates clarity for what comes next

✨ Get Started

  1. Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/
  2. Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

📰 Stay Connected

  1. Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/
  2. Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com
  3. Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/
  4. Podcast Feedback & Questions: https://thrivewithintention.com/feedback

]]>a0be0489-1a1f-4e1c-b2a6-37689f6a9bf5Tue, 23 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -060016:44falsefull10109: You’re Allowed to Want More (Why Growth Isn’t Greed)9: You’re Allowed to Want More (Why Growth Isn’t Greed)Have you ever felt a pull toward something more… and then immediately felt guilty for it? In this episode, I’m talking about one of the most common, yet least talked about, midlife experiences for women. Wanting more even when your life is already good.

We explore why that guilt isn’t truth, how desire is often a sign of growth, and why gratitude and wanting more can coexist beautifully. This is a permission slip for the woman who feels the tug but keeps talking herself out of it.

In this episode, we talk about:

  • Why wanting more in midlife doesn’t mean you’re ungrateful
  • The conditioning that teaches women to shrink their desires
  • How desire can quietly change the direction of your life
  • The difference between growth and greed
  • Simple ways to notice and release guilt when it shows up

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]]>Have you ever felt a pull toward something more… and then immediately felt guilty for it? In this episode, I’m talking about one of the most common, yet least talked about, midlife experiences for women. Wanting more even when your life is already good.

We explore why that guilt isn’t truth, how desire is often a sign of growth, and why gratitude and wanting more can coexist beautifully. This is a permission slip for the woman who feels the tug but keeps talking herself out of it.

In this episode, we talk about:

  • Why wanting more in midlife doesn’t mean you’re ungrateful
  • The conditioning that teaches women to shrink their desires
  • How desire can quietly change the direction of your life
  • The difference between growth and greed
  • Simple ways to notice and release guilt when it shows up

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started


📌 Mentions


📰 Stay Connected


*Some affiliate links may be included. As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>e8e1ca86-8534-4287-8e06-3eabacaf0170Wed, 17 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -060013:34falsefull998: Turning 50: 10 Lessons I’ve Learned8: Turning 50: 10 Lessons I’ve Learned✨ Get Started


I just turned 50, and instead of dreading it, I feel more grounded, clear, and aligned than I ever have. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 lessons from my first half-century… the quiet truths I had to live my way into.

We’ll talk about why it’s never too late to start something new, how to think about aging in a way that actually feels empowering, what my 95-year-old grandmother taught me about how old we feel inside, and why fun, curiosity, and thought work matter so much in midlife.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re behind or running out of time, I want you to walk away from this episode knowing… you’re right on time.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why midlife is actually the perfect time to start something new
  • How to hold the reality that you’re both “getting older” and “as young as you’ll ever be”
  • What older women athletes and adventurers can teach us about what’s still possible
  • How to make life feel simpler by asking better questions instead of just pushing harder
  • Why your thoughts create your reality… and how to choose ones that support the life you want

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]]>✨ Get Started


I just turned 50, and instead of dreading it, I feel more grounded, clear, and aligned than I ever have. In this episode, I’m sharing 10 lessons from my first half-century… the quiet truths I had to live my way into.

We’ll talk about why it’s never too late to start something new, how to think about aging in a way that actually feels empowering, what my 95-year-old grandmother taught me about how old we feel inside, and why fun, curiosity, and thought work matter so much in midlife.

If you’ve ever wondered whether you’re behind or running out of time, I want you to walk away from this episode knowing… you’re right on time.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • Why midlife is actually the perfect time to start something new
  • How to hold the reality that you’re both “getting older” and “as young as you’ll ever be”
  • What older women athletes and adventurers can teach us about what’s still possible
  • How to make life feel simpler by asking better questions instead of just pushing harder
  • Why your thoughts create your reality… and how to choose ones that support the life you want

📰 Stay Connected


]]>84e89129-a3d2-420a-8512-84d434d6be51Wed, 10 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -060025:54falsefull887: Life Coaching 101: How It Works, What It Costs, and Who It’s For7: Life Coaching 101: How It Works, What It Costs, and Who It’s For✨ Get Started


You’ve heard about life coaching… but what actually happens in a coaching session, and how is it different from therapy? In this episode, I walk you through what life coaching really is, what it costs, who it’s for, and why it’s especially powerful for women in midlife navigating big (and quiet) transitions.

I share parts of my own story plus real client examples… from dating after divorce, to selling to ultra-wealthy clients, to no longer feeling invisible in midlife. If you’re curious about coaching but not totally sure it’s “for you,” this conversation will give you clarity, relief, and a grounded next step.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • What life coaching actually is… and what it is not
  • The key differences between coaching and therapy
  • Why you don’t need a “big crisis” to benefit from a coach
  • How coaching can transform your mindset, confidence, and next chapter in midlife
  • What coaching costs, how packages work, and what a 12-week experience with me looks like

📰 Stay Connected


]]>✨ Get Started


You’ve heard about life coaching… but what actually happens in a coaching session, and how is it different from therapy? In this episode, I walk you through what life coaching really is, what it costs, who it’s for, and why it’s especially powerful for women in midlife navigating big (and quiet) transitions.

I share parts of my own story plus real client examples… from dating after divorce, to selling to ultra-wealthy clients, to no longer feeling invisible in midlife. If you’re curious about coaching but not totally sure it’s “for you,” this conversation will give you clarity, relief, and a grounded next step.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • What life coaching actually is… and what it is not
  • The key differences between coaching and therapy
  • Why you don’t need a “big crisis” to benefit from a coach
  • How coaching can transform your mindset, confidence, and next chapter in midlife
  • What coaching costs, how packages work, and what a 12-week experience with me looks like

📰 Stay Connected


]]>e5868695-39d7-41be-ab40-8299fce375b9Wed, 03 Dec 2025 06:00:00 -060025:19falsefull776: Practical Gratitude Practices for Real Life6: Practical Gratitude Practices for Real LifeGratitude doesn’t have to be another “should.” In this episode, I share six simple, low-effort ways to build gratitude into your real life — the kind that fits between meetings, carpools, and midlife pivots.

These practices don’t require journals or routines… just small shifts in how you see and respond to everyday moments.

Takeaways:

  • How to create automatic gratitude cues (even in the bathroom)
  • Why sharing small compliments matters more than you think
  • A family-friendly way to model gratitude at home
  • How to reframe criticism with the “yes, and” method
  • The surprising power of writing a gratitude letter

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]]>Gratitude doesn’t have to be another “should.” In this episode, I share six simple, low-effort ways to build gratitude into your real life — the kind that fits between meetings, carpools, and midlife pivots.

These practices don’t require journals or routines… just small shifts in how you see and respond to everyday moments.

Takeaways:

  • How to create automatic gratitude cues (even in the bathroom)
  • Why sharing small compliments matters more than you think
  • A family-friendly way to model gratitude at home
  • How to reframe criticism with the “yes, and” method
  • The surprising power of writing a gratitude letter

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started


📰 Stay Connected


📌 Mentions


]]>4a4ae4cf-3a18-48ba-8389-9f2dc80daf46Wed, 26 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -060010:53falsefull665: Rediscover Everyday Magic: Gratitude for Midlife Women5: Rediscover Everyday Magic: Gratitude for Midlife WomenWhen was the last time you really stopped to notice how good you actually have it? In this episode, I’m slowing things down to talk about the hidden magic inside your everyday life—and how gratitude changes everything.

You’ll learn:

• Why gratitude is a mindset workout, not a mood

• How to reframe “ordinary” as extraordinary

• Three simple ways to strengthen your gratitude muscle this week

• Why my 95-year-old grandmother still says these are the good old days

It’s a simple, soulful reset for when life feels heavy or hectic.

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]]>When was the last time you really stopped to notice how good you actually have it? In this episode, I’m slowing things down to talk about the hidden magic inside your everyday life—and how gratitude changes everything.

You’ll learn:

• Why gratitude is a mindset workout, not a mood

• How to reframe “ordinary” as extraordinary

• Three simple ways to strengthen your gratitude muscle this week

• Why my 95-year-old grandmother still says these are the good old days

It’s a simple, soulful reset for when life feels heavy or hectic.

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started


📰 Stay Connected


📚 Mentions


]]>9a014d28-37ac-4e77-b9ae-6fd4000ac1ceWed, 19 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -060014:13falsefull554: How to Actually Enjoy Your Family This Holiday Season4: How to Actually Enjoy Your Family This Holiday SeasonIf you love your family but find yourself counting down the minutes at every holiday gathering… this one’s for you.

In this episode, I share practical, grounded tools to help you show up with peace, presence, and a little humor — no matter how many times Aunt Sue comments on your weight or Dad brings up politics.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why letting go of your “family rulebook” can instantly reduce frustration

• How to check your expectations and plan ahead for peace

• The power of a gratitude list (especially for people who drive you crazy)

• Simple, guilt-free ways to take space when you need it

• A fun practice I call “gratitude on the toilet” that really works

You don’t need to fix your family — you just need to protect your peace.

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]]>If you love your family but find yourself counting down the minutes at every holiday gathering… this one’s for you.

In this episode, I share practical, grounded tools to help you show up with peace, presence, and a little humor — no matter how many times Aunt Sue comments on your weight or Dad brings up politics.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why letting go of your “family rulebook” can instantly reduce frustration

• How to check your expectations and plan ahead for peace

• The power of a gratitude list (especially for people who drive you crazy)

• Simple, guilt-free ways to take space when you need it

• A fun practice I call “gratitude on the toilet” that really works

You don’t need to fix your family — you just need to protect your peace.

✨ Get Started


📰 Stay Connected


]]>aa1ca08a-0496-4f76-99eb-55febbae4509Wed, 12 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -060013:15falsefull443: Rewrite Your Money Story3: Rewrite Your Money StoryIf you’ve ever caught yourself avoiding your bank balance or overspending to feel better, this episode will help you shift how you see money—because your money story isn’t about math… it’s about meaning.

In this episode, Jody shares the transformation of a client who went from guilt and stress around money to peace and confidence—and the simple mindset practices that made it possible.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How to identify your current money “relationship”
  • Why naming your money identity changes everything
  • A daily two-minute practice to reduce money anxiety
  • How to expand your capacity to receive more abundance
  • Why abundance flows to those who can handle it with intention and gratitude

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]]>If you’ve ever caught yourself avoiding your bank balance or overspending to feel better, this episode will help you shift how you see money—because your money story isn’t about math… it’s about meaning.

In this episode, Jody shares the transformation of a client who went from guilt and stress around money to peace and confidence—and the simple mindset practices that made it possible.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

  • How to identify your current money “relationship”
  • Why naming your money identity changes everything
  • A daily two-minute practice to reduce money anxiety
  • How to expand your capacity to receive more abundance
  • Why abundance flows to those who can handle it with intention and gratitude

HELPFUL LINKS:

✨ Get Started


📰 Stay Connected


]]>065412e5-37f2-4b80-90a5-633f3dc0ca7eWed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -060011:40falsefull332: High Performance in Midlife: Rest, Boundaries, Alignment2: High Performance in Midlife: Rest, Boundaries, AlignmentPerformance isn’t about pushing harder… it’s about living smarter. In this conversation, I unpack sustainable high performance for midlife women: energy management over time management, identity-based habits, and clean boundaries that protect your peace and your focus.

Takeaways:

  • Track energy, not time, for 3–7 days to find your true focus windows.
  • Replace the morning scroll with a 5–10 minute journal to set intention.
  • Create a simple “focus ritual” and use a timer you’ll honor.
  • Aim for B-plus work… polish enough to serve and ship.
  • Keep a post-it sized daily list and say clean no’s to protect priorities.

🔗Helpful Links for You:

--Atomic Habits by James Clear: Grab it here: https://amzn.to/47kQsax

--Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

--Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

--Learn about 1:1 Coaching: https://thrivewithintention.com/shift/

--Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

*As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>Performance isn’t about pushing harder… it’s about living smarter. In this conversation, I unpack sustainable high performance for midlife women: energy management over time management, identity-based habits, and clean boundaries that protect your peace and your focus.

Takeaways:

  • Track energy, not time, for 3–7 days to find your true focus windows.
  • Replace the morning scroll with a 5–10 minute journal to set intention.
  • Create a simple “focus ritual” and use a timer you’ll honor.
  • Aim for B-plus work… polish enough to serve and ship.
  • Keep a post-it sized daily list and say clean no’s to protect priorities.

🔗Helpful Links for You:

--Atomic Habits by James Clear: Grab it here: https://amzn.to/47kQsax

--Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

--Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

--Learn about 1:1 Coaching: https://thrivewithintention.com/shift/

--Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

*As an Amazon Associate, I earn on qualifying purchases.

]]>eba9270d-3027-4bf2-9f46-2ca220d20277Wed, 05 Nov 2025 06:00:00 -060025:00falsefull221: A Beautiful Mess — Navigating the Midlife Shift1: A Beautiful Mess — Navigating the Midlife ShiftIn this first episode of Thrive With Intention, Certified Midlife Coach Jody Phifer invites you into some real talk about what it means to navigate the beautiful mess of midlife — the mix of freedom, frustration, joy, and “what now?” moments that come when the kids grow up and life starts shifting in every direction.

Jody shares her own story of rediscovery — from that first quiet morning after her son drove to school alone, to finding purpose again, to launching Thrive With Intention for women ready to rise into their next chapter with clarity, confidence, and joy.

You’ll hear about the emotional whiplash of midlife, how relationships change (including marriage and motherhood), what perimenopause is really like, and why this season of life isn’t a crisis — it’s a clarifier.

And it’s not all serious — you’ll also get a laugh about habit stacking your estrogen next to your coffee maker. ☕

In This Episode

  • The emotional rollercoaster of midlife — excitement and grief
  • Rediscovering what brings you joy (and permission to chase it)
  • How relationships evolve once the kids are grown
  • Why midlife is a clarifier, not a crisis
  • The real talk we need to have about hormones and identity shifts

Helpful Links for You

👉 Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

👉 Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

👉 Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

👉 Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com

👉Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/

]]>In this first episode of Thrive With Intention, Certified Midlife Coach Jody Phifer invites you into some real talk about what it means to navigate the beautiful mess of midlife — the mix of freedom, frustration, joy, and “what now?” moments that come when the kids grow up and life starts shifting in every direction.

Jody shares her own story of rediscovery — from that first quiet morning after her son drove to school alone, to finding purpose again, to launching Thrive With Intention for women ready to rise into their next chapter with clarity, confidence, and joy.

You’ll hear about the emotional whiplash of midlife, how relationships change (including marriage and motherhood), what perimenopause is really like, and why this season of life isn’t a crisis — it’s a clarifier.

And it’s not all serious — you’ll also get a laugh about habit stacking your estrogen next to your coffee maker. ☕

In This Episode

  • The emotional rollercoaster of midlife — excitement and grief
  • Rediscovering what brings you joy (and permission to chase it)
  • How relationships evolve once the kids are grown
  • Why midlife is a clarifier, not a crisis
  • The real talk we need to have about hormones and identity shifts

Helpful Links for You

👉 Take the free Shift Happens™ Quiz: https://thrivewithintention.com/quiz/

👉 Book a free Clarity Call: https://thrivewithintention.com/call/

👉 Join the Thrive Tribe Newsletter: https://thrivewithintention.com/subscribe/

👉 Visit the Website: https://thrivewithintention.com

👉Follow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/thrivewithintentionofficial/

]]>d6286b42-60e0-412f-8d45-e7b377c0c282Wed, 15 Oct 2025 14:00:00 -060010:27falsefull11