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Tranquility du Jour

Kimberly Wilson

Welcome to Season 2 of Tranquility du Jour! We"re diving deep into the world of midlife (35+). Whether you"re facing new beginnings, embracing change, or simply seeking more balance and beauty in your daily life, this season is designed to help you feel seen. Each episode will explore topics like redefining identity, cultivating self-care rituals, finding purpose, and managing physical changes. Together, we"ll chat with inspiring guests, learn practical tips, and create space for the reflection

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48:21

Season Two Finale

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/06/30

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I’m sharing a list of 52 things I’ve Learned in 52 Years—from life’s tender truths to tiny practices that keep me grounded. You can grow up in the Great Plains of Oklahoma and still dream in (broken) French. The courage to veer off the expected path—like taking a gap year to ski and snowboard in Colorado post-college—can shape your soul. Midlife is a permission slip to nourish what you once neglected. Paralegal school taught me the power of

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42:29

Finding Yourself in Midlife

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2025/06/23

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with guest Dr. Ellen Albertson on: The Seven Steps to Rock Your Midlife Dr. Ellen shares a transformative framework from her book Rock Your Midlife, including: know yourself, love yourself, energize yourself, reprogram your brain, empower yourself, rehab your relationships, and enlighten yourself. Each step is designed to guide women toward deeper self-understanding, vibrant health, and personal empowerment. Redefining Midlife Through

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38:29

Writing, Wellness, and the Wisdom

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2025/06/16

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Anne Flosnik on: Living Fearlessly and Fully in MidlifeAnne shares how she’s shed fear and self-doubt in this season of life. With a strong sense of agency, she sees midlife not as a narrowing but as an expansive time filled with opportunity, curiosity, and creative possibility. Honouring the Body with Gentle ConsistencyAfter a surprise osteoporosis diagnosis, Anne began building supportive routines like daily rebounding (mini

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59:16

Books, Bubbles, and Bold Lips

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2025/06/09

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Julia Coney on: Intentional Living and Midlife PrioritiesJulia shares how midlife has invited her to slow down, be kinder to herself, and intentionally curate how she spends her time. From planning monthly bed days to saying no without guilt, she’s embracing presence over pressure and finding joy in the everyday. The Power of Routine and ReflectionWith three key notebooks—a planner, a journal, and a commonplace book—Julia tracks her

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Creative Seasons and Midlife Wisdom

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/06/02

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Melinda Parkhurst on: Gracefully Embracing the Midlife ShiftMelinda reflects on stepping into the role of a wisdom carrier and how midlife offers perspective, legacy, and a chance to pass the torch. She encourages us to lean into change, not resist it—and to keep showing up fully. Creativity as Lifelong NourishmentA dancer, gardener, artist, and maker, Melinda shares how creative expression has evolved with her seasons of life. She

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34:10

Yoga Beyond the Mat

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2025/05/26

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Reema Datta on: The True Meaning of YogaReema shares how yoga’s roots in India focus more on the mind and consciousness than the body. She unpacks the essence of yoga as a practice of connecting to stillness, acceptance, and infinite potential—not just achieving physical poses. Embracing Change with GraceWhether transitioning into motherhood or midlife, Reema reflects on how yoga taught her to let go of labels and stories that no longer

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43:38

Pleasure Literacy in Midlife

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2025/05/19

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Laura Zam on: Redefining Pleasure in MidlifeLaura shares how her personal journey with perimenopause and intimacy led to a deeper understanding of sensuality, eroticism, and pleasure. She introduces a four-part framework—sensuousness, sensuality, eroticism, and sexuality—to help women reconnect with their bodies and desires at every age. Creative Confidence and EvolutionFrom theatre to writing to public speaking, Laura discusses her

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31:55

A Life Reimagined

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/05/12

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Lauren Cerand on: 💗 Redefining Success in Midlife Lauren reflects on her journey from a career-focused New Yorker to a values-driven creative seeking slowness, depth, and shared experiences. She shares how time, not ambition, is now her most treasured currency. 💗 Letting Go of the Checklist Life From living in Italy to finding home in Baltimore, Lauren describes the evolution of her priorities. She beautifully illustrates how releasing

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45:20

Red Lipstick & Reinvention

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/05/05

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Aga Rhodes on: 💗 Grieving with Grace and Grit Aga shares the profound shift she's experienced since losing her husband, highlighting the importance of honoring grief while gently moving forward. She encourages women to embrace the messiness of healing, giving themselves permission to feel deeply and take it one day at a time. 💗 Beauty as Self-Expression and Therapy As a seasoned makeup artist, Aga offers practical beauty tips—like the

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37:13

Style & Soul

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2025/04/28

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Michele Nidiffer on: 💗 Healing Through the Senses Michele shares how scent, sound, and movement have helped her connect more deeply with herself and others. Her practices, including sensory walks and aromatherapy, serve as gentle invitations to slow down and tune in. 💗 Living in Alignment with Nature Rooted in the rhythms of the seasons, Michele’s approach to life and work embraces natural cycles of rest, renewal, and bloom. She encourages

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39:34

Transition & Adventure

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/04/21

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Amanda Sloat on: Embracing a Midlife Sabbatical After nearly two decades in high-intensity government roles, Amanda made the bold decision to step away, put her belongings in storage, and embark on a year of solo travel. She shares how this period of exploration has given her space to rediscover joy, creativity, and a sense of adventure. Prioritizing Experience Over Waiting for the ‘Right’ Time Amanda emphasizes the importance of

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33:07

The Empress Age

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2025/04/14

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Alisa Kennedy Jones on: Redefining Midlife as The Empress Age Alisa introduces the concept of The Empress Age—a powerful phase between career/motherhood and the so-called crone years. She reframes midlife as a time of immense creativity, wisdom, and generative energy, rather than decline or invisibility. Navigating the Complexities of Perimenopause With over 30 possible symptoms, perimenopause can be a confusing and isolating experience

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38:46

Creative Evolution

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2025/04/07

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Lesley Ware on: Creative Evolution and Bold Reinvention Lesley shares how she transitioned from an office job to a full-time creative career, embracing fashion, writing, and entrepreneurship. She highlights the importance of taking risks, following curiosity, and allowing creativity to evolve over time. Navigating Change with Self-Compassion Through major life transitions—including career shifts, personal loss, and shifting energy

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43:09

Parisian Charm Encore

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/03/31

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Jamie Cat Callan on: Embracing Midlife as a Creative Renaissance Jaime shares how midlife is an opportunity to reconnect with past passions and reinvent oneself. Whether it’s revisiting teenage interests like art or dance, or shifting career paths, she highlights how this stage of life offers a chance for rediscovery and personal growth. Navigating Change with Grace and Trust From career shifts to personal loss, Jaime reflects on the

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47:24

Taking Up Space

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/03/24

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Lucia Shaw on: Taking Up Space with Confidence Lucia reflects on how midlife has brought her a sense of freedom from past insecurities. She shares how embracing new experiences, letting go of perfectionism, and showing up fully—without apology—has been transformative in both her personal and professional life. The Power of Performance and Embodiment Participating in the International Adult Ballet Festival was a life-changing experience

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43:26

The Masterpiece

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/03/17

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Belinda Alexandra on: Midlife Resilience and Reinvention Belinda shares how she navigated a decade of major life shifts, including leaving a long-term relationship, caring for her aging father, and evolving her career. She reflects on how facing these challenges head-on has led her to a deeply fulfilling stage of life. Staying True to Your Creative Vision As an author for over 20 years, Belinda discusses the importance of following her

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38:41

A Good Vintage

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/03/10

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Sacha Cohen on: Reclaiming Passion and Prioritizing Joy Sacha shares her journey back to freelance writing after running a strategic communications company for over a decade. She highlights how midlife has shifted her focus from ambition to joy, choosing projects and pursuits that truly fulfill her. Navigating Perimenopause with Awareness and Adaptation Experiencing perimenopause since 2018, Sacha emphasizes the importance of education,

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38:05

Improv as a Way of Life

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2025/03/03

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Amanda Hirsch on: 1. Midlife is About Improvising, Not Following a Script Amanda's background in improv comedy deeply shaped her approach to life—teaching her to say "yes, and" to unexpected twists instead of resisting them. Midlife, she believes, is the ultimate improv exercise—one where we let go of rigid expectations, make choices moment by moment, and embrace reinvention. 2. The Importance of Solo Time & Self-Discovery A solo trip to

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45:50

Tilda is Visible

Tranquility du Jour ·

2025/02/24

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Jane Tara on: 1. Seeing Ourselves Clearly in Midlife is a Journey Jane’s novel, Tilda is Visible, was inspired by a misdiagnosis of a degenerative eye condition that made her question what it truly means to "see." She realized she had spent years being invisible to herself—critical of aging and disconnected from her true self. This sparked a powerful shift in how she embraced midlife, recognizing that aging is not something to

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52:56

Meet Mama Wilson

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2025/02/17

In this week’s edition of Tranquility du Jour, I chat with Linda Wilson on: 1. Midlife Can Be a Catalyst for Reinvention Linda’s midlife transformation began when her family forgot her 40th birthday—a moment that sparked her decision to reenter the workforce and pursue a fulfilling career in education. Her journey from stay-at-home mom to teacher is a reminder that midlife is not an ending, but a powerful beginning for self-discovery and growth. 2. Embracing Change Leads to Unexpected Joy

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