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Midlife Reclaimed


Welcome to Midlife Reclaimed, the podcast where we get real about chronic stress, overwhelm, and burnout in midlife—and the ways we can recover, grow, and come home to ourselves again.

I’m Shannon A. Swales—psychologist, writer, and fellow midlife traveller. This show began as my personal burnout diary in Burnout: A Different Kind of GAP Year. Over time, it evolved into deeper conversations—first as When Burnout Becomes Reality, and now as Midlife Reclaimed—a space for women navigating the demands, identity shifts, and pressures of midlife.

Twice a month, we share life stories and professional wisdom on topics like mental health, self-worth, boundaries, relationships, and finding meaning when life feels overwhelming. You’ll hear from inspiring guests, and sometimes from me, as we explore what it means to reclaim your energy, your voice, and your life in this season.

Please note—what you hear here is general information, not a replacement for personal therapy.

So, if you’re ready to rewrite the midlife story—not as a crisis, but as a reclamation—join me, and let’s walk this path together.

Listen to Midlife Reclaimed wherever you get your podcasts, and watch on YouTube @midlifereclaimed.


WOMEN IN PODCASTING AWARDS: Show your support by voting for Midlife Reclaimed: https://www.womenpodcasters.com/midlife-reclaimed Voting is open April 1 - 30th. Winners Announced in May 2026. Host, Shannon A Swales is also nominated in the category of podcaster guest for her 20+ appearances on other podcasts to spread her wisdom and knowledge on burnout and midlife health and well-being for women - https://www.womenpodcasters.com/shannon-swales


Want to Share Your Midlife Wisdom?

If you have a story, insight, or professional perspective that can help other midlife women feel less alone and more whole, I’d love to hear from you. Contact me here.





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