Reinventing My 80s: How I Thrive at 89 - Curiosity, Community & Connection with Elaine Battles

What if your 80s included ample amounts of art appreciation, community involvement, and pursuing those things that light you up?What if being 89 meant vibrant living, memoir writing, and inspiring others about what's possible?This is the story of my very special guest, my mom, Elaine. ❤️In addition to mom, I also call her an almost-90 phenom. She is quite the Reinvention Rebel.She's excited about life and new possibilities. She's not afraid to carve a new path.She's taken cool classes like memoir writing to curate and leave behind our family history. She's a patron of the arts, stimulating her mind with new ideas and experiences.She's reinvented herself many times in many different ways over the years. And she's got some wonderful, sage words to share including:✳️ Why role models are key to her development and her ongoing reinvention journey✳️ How we can reinvent ourselves throughout our life, no matter our age✳️ Why reinvention can happen in both big and small ways✳️ How her curiosity has expanded her life to see new possibilities✳️ Why you shouldn't be afraid to take chances✳️ How she's leaned into her interests to support her many reinventionsAnd so many more stories of self-discovery, resilience, and family history.I couldn't help but soak up our family stories, learning some new things along the way. We laughed, tried not to cry, and delighted in this shared mother-daughter experience. A precious conversation I'm honored to have had and will always cherish. 🥰Sit back, lean in, and take a listen to this special episode about what's possible when we lean into curiosity and approach life with a sense of wonder and appreciation.Mom reminds me that there are endless possibilities to find joy, practice self-love and lean into our abundant gifts and talents.Mentioned in this Episode:Recipe for Reinvention: Don't Go it Alone - How to Build Your Reinvention Dream Team with Wendy BattlesReinventing and Almost 80: How I Created an Award-Winning Travel Podcast with Lea LanePlease Share What You LovedYour feedback means everything to me! If you enjoyed this episode please rate and review on Apple Podcasts, Kick your midlife fears and uncertainty to the curb and start your Reinvention Rebels journey today. Learn about my audio program, Midlife Reinvention From The Inside Out: 8 Essentials to Greenlight Your Life. Midlife women ready to reinvent themselves start with being curious about what's possible. Download my free audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity & Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey to get started today. Support the show*********Thanks for joining me, let's reinvent and get inspired together!Remember to subscribe to the podcast for more inspiring stories and strategies for personal growth. If this resonated with you, please consider sharing this episode with someone who could use a little spark of inspiration in their life.Let's connect:Instagram: @reinventionrebelsFacebook: @ReinventionRebels

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Dream big, overcome self-doubt and reinvent yourself in midlife! Does this resonate with you? You’re a midlife or older woman and wondering what’s next. You’re tired of putting everyone else’s dreams before your own. You know there’s something more you’re meant to do in your next chapter. Unsure about how to get started and reinvent yourself in midlife? I’ve been there too. It took me 54 years to find my purpose and bold voice. I got curious, flexed my courage muscle and stepped into my greater mission. I reinvented myself unapologetically and I’m loving life – that’s what Reinvention Rebels do. And you know what? You can be a Reinvention Rebel too! I’m your host, Wendy Battles. By day, I work in cybersecurity and help people stay safe online. By night, I’m the host of the Reinvention Rebels podcast. I share stories of brave and unapologetic women, 50-90, who have boldly reinvented themselves to find new purpose and possibilities. These midlife and older women are fierce and inspired. They’ve given themselves permission to shine. They’re all in on reinventing themselves in creative, bold ways (like Mary who started running at 55 and is running in global marathons at 72!)As an inspiring reinvention podcast host, coach and speaker, let me help motivate you to see new possibilities. I share insights, ask compelling questions and share amazing examples of women who have reinvented themselves later in life. It’s never, ever too late for a new chapter. Ready to be bold and find your Inner Reinvention Rebel? Grab your earbuds, hit play and together, let’s become Reinvention Rebels!🎧 Tune into the Reinvention Rebels podcast: www.reinventionrebels.com⬇️Download our FREE audio, 5 Questions to Spark Your Curiosity and Inspire Your Reinvention Rebel Journey https://bit.ly/beareinventionrebel