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Inside Marcy"s Mind

Having hosted the Aging aint for Sissie"s podcast for two years, I wanted to expand what I could discuss. This podcast will touch on the fun of aging and whatever has crossed my mind! Please join me as I walk through life! #retirement #travel #fun #aginggracefully Link in my bio! Listen now!#insidemarcysmind#aginggracefully#retired#retirementpreperation#aging#retirementplanningwww.insidemarcysmind.com

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12:23

How Simple Daily Habits Help Women Over 50 Live Longer

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/10/31

Want a simple, human way to feel better after 50 without spending a fortune or living at the gym? We break down six daily habits that actually stick: prunes for bone health, coffee timed for focus and sleep, functional strength you can do with groceries or grandkids, flossing that protects your heart and brain, non-negotiable health screenings, and morning light that sets your body clock. No scare tactics, just clear steps and a few hard-won lessons from real life. We start with the small wi...

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28:12

A best of Episode: How A Smaller Home Changed How We...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/10/24

Enjoy this best-of episode while I'm in Ireland. A Halloween hello turns into a lively tour of real-life wins, from Portland nostalgia and a quiet downtown morning to a $1.25 fountain Diet Coke that resets a daily routine. We open up about family—hard seasons, safety found, and the joy of everyone coming back together—then pivot into the practical heartbeat of the show: how to make Costco work when you’re two people living in a small Chicago condo. Storage shapes strategy, so we walk through...

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22:13

A best of Episode! Women, Credit, And Claiming Power

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/10/17

Enjoy this Best of Episode while I wander through Ireland. Ever wonder how different your life would look if you couldn’t open a bank account without someone else’s signature? We go from a fresh start in a Chicago high-rise to the surprising truth that U.S. women only gained equal access to credit in the 1970s—and why that history still shapes daily choices. I share the joy of downsizing, finding a tight-knit “pool pals” community, and rebuilding health, then connect that momentum to money po...

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19:36

We walked away from a “great” condo deal—and kept our...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/10/10

Hot listings, hotter tempers, and a clock we didn’t set—this is the real story of a condo deal that should’ve been simple and turned into a master class in boundaries. We lay out the exact criteria we were chasing (same building, southeast corner, in-unit laundry), the tight timeline we couldn’t ignore, and the moment a building insider pushed urgency over alignment. The pressure campaign came with “inside info,” midnight pings, and a narrative that didn’t account for travel, cash flow, or th...

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18:00

This is how Alcoholics Anonymous saved my life and...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/10/03

Coffee, chairs, and the courage to tell the truth—this is a ground-level tour of Alcoholics Anonymous from someone 37 years sober who still believes in the power of a room. We get honest about what AA is and isn’t, why it works without a CEO or a headquarters, and how the program quietly scales across cities, cruise ships, and late-night Zoom links. If you’ve wondered whether AA is a cult, too religious, or only for people who have lost everything, you’ll hear straightforward answers and real...

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19:55

The Day I Chose Life Over Liquor: A Personal Story

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/09/26

Thirty-seven years of sobriety doesn't come with a medal ceremony or a balloon drop, but it does come with a story worth telling. This deeply personal episode pulls back the curtain on a part of my life many of you might never have guessed existed. Born into a family with alcoholism running through its veins, my journey with alcohol began at just 12 years old with a screwdriver mixed by my mother at a New Year's gathering. Though I wasn't a teenage drinker, everything changed when I turned 2...

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18:39

From Glamour to Grumbles: The Evolution of Modern Travel

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/09/19

Remember when flying was glamorous? When airlines like TWA and PSA offered generous legroom and complimentary everything? Those days are long gone, replaced by what can only be described as a human endurance test designed to push the limits of our collective patience. Modern airports have become psychological experiments where common sense goes to die. From TSA lines where people act perpetually surprised by procedures established two decades ago, to passengers who bring steamer trunks as "c...

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16:30

Chaos Wrangler: Confessions of a Clutter-Phobic...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/09/12

Have you ever wondered why your bathroom cabinet seems to be a black hole where good products go to die? You're not alone. In this candid exploration of home organization, we dive deep into the surprisingly hostile environment of your bathroom and why it might be sabotaging your medications, makeup, and even your jewelry without you realizing it. As we navigate the transition to fall, I'm sharing my tried-and-true decluttering strategies that won't leave you exhausted or overwhelmed. The bea...

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18:42

Reset Your Life: September's Fresh Start

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/09/05

Ever noticed how September feels more like the start of a new year than January? As summer's chaos winds down and cooler temperatures arrive, there's an undeniable urge to reset, reorganize, and refresh our lives. September brings the perfect Goldilocks conditions – not too hot, not too cold – creating the ideal environment for meaningful change. September's back-to-school energy affects us all, even decades after our last classroom experience. Suddenly those organizational supplies look app...

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17:58

We all grew up in different versions of the same family.

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/08/23

Siblings often remember their childhoods completely differently because parents evolve with each child, creating different family experiences despite the same household. • Birth order significantly impacts how we experience family life • Oldest children often function as unpaid parental assistants • Middle children become masters of diplomacy but feel overlooked • Youngest children typically experience more relaxed parenting rules • Parents aren't the same with each child due to changing cir...

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21:07

Skip the Stress, Keep the Slippers: A Guide to...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/08/15

Ever notice how it takes the first three days of your vacation just to remember how to relax? You're not alone. That magical "vacation mode" we're all chasing often feels more elusive than a reasonably priced airport coffee. I'm diving into the psychology of why we struggle to decompress when traveling and sharing practical strategies to help you slip into relaxation mode faster. From the surprising power of brushing your teeth slowly (yes, really!) to the liberation of scheduling a complete...

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16:46

From Patience to Rudeness: Navigating Our...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/08/01

Has common courtesy become extinct? After tripping over damaged sidewalk infrastructure and enduring 14 stitches, I found myself navigating not just physical recovery but the seemingly more painful labyrinth of city bureaucracy. What struck me most wasn't the fall itself but how my interaction with "Cherie" from the claims department exemplified everything wrong with human communication today – impersonal questioning, zero empathy, and complete unwillingness to take accountability. This enco...

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15:50

Quenching the Truth: Why Dehydration Might Be Your...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/07/25

Ever wonder why you're feeling foggy, cranky, or just plain off? The culprit might be simpler than you think. Welcome to a deep dive into the world of hydration—that basic necessity we all think we understand but rarely prioritize correctly. Most of us walk around in a state of mild dehydration without realizing it. Those headaches, that afternoon slump, the irritability that makes your coworkers seem unbearable? It might not be them—it might be your water intake. During my own health journe...

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11:32

Silent Aging: Six Daily Habits Stealing Years

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/07/18

Ever wonder why some people seem to age more gracefully than others? The secret might not be in their skincare routine but in the daily habits they've mastered—or eliminated. In this eye-opening episode, I'm pulling back the curtain on six sneaky saboteurs that might be aging you faster than wrinkles. From the seemingly innocent habit of negative self-talk (which creates a "mean girl" in your head 24/7) to the surprisingly damaging effects of mouth breathing (yes, really!), we're explo...

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15:57

Take Control or Be Controlled: Your Health is Your...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/07/11

The healthcare system is a tangled web of paperwork, outdated processes, and frustrating bureaucracy that rarely puts your needs first. But your health is too important to leave in someone else's hands. Drawing from decades of personal experience navigating serious health challenges—including cancer treatment and complications from a rare genetic disorder—Marci Backus delivers straight talk about why taking control of your healthcare is absolutely essential. With her characteristic blend of ...

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12:55

The Ultimate Top 10 Travel Destinations You Need to...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/06/27

What makes a destination worthy of your precious vacation days, hard-earned money, and Instagram grid? Is it the jaw-dropping scenery? The culture? The food? Or that indescribable feeling when you witness something that leaves you speechless? Join me as I break down the world's top 10 travel destinations, complete with unfiltered commentary about why each earns its spot. From New York City's chaotic charm (though I'll tell you why Chicago deserves that spot more) to the postcard-perfect view...

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13:36

Sweat, Spite, and Survival: Finding Your Fitness Path

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/06/20

Forget the fancy leggings and Instagram-perfect workouts—real fitness is about finding joy in movement and giving your body what it needs to thrive through life's challenges. After decades of starting and stopping various exercise routines, I finally discovered that consistency matters more than intensity, and finding movement you genuinely enjoy is the true secret to lifelong fitness. Having recently completed 12 weeks of chemotherapy and 16 rounds of radiation, I can personally attest to e...

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12:58

Greased Up Like a Rotisserie Chicken: A No-BS Guide...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/06/13

Think sunscreen is just for beach days? Think again. Harmful UV rays are bombarding your skin daily—even through clouds, windows, and during quick dog walks. Your left arm is likely aging faster than your right from driving, and that "healthy tan" is actually radiation damage in disguise. In this eye-opening exploration of sunscreen, I dive into the sticky world of sun protection with some startling revelations about how most of us are doing it all wrong. Adults need a full shot glass of pro...

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17:36

Embracing the Season: Creating Your Perfect Summer...

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/06/06

The days are longer, the bugs are bolder, and the fridge is 90% watermelon - summer has arrived! This episode explores what it means to be intentional during these precious 100 days of summer many of us experience. After sharing some exciting podcast news (I'm resurrecting my "Aging Ain't for Sissies" podcast alongside this one!) and personal updates about my ongoing cancer treatment, I dive into what summer means to different people. Whether you're managing kids who are suddenly home from s...

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29:33

Inside the Traveler's Mind

Inside Marcy"s Mind ·

2025/05/29

Life throws curveballs, but how we respond defines us. After developing a painful blood clot following back-to-back flights, I've learned valuable lessons about travel safety that I'm eager to share. The experience was particularly frightening given my ongoing cancer journey and inability to take standard blood thinners. Despite these challenges, I'm continuing with radiation treatments and maintaining my signature optimistic outlook. My passion for travel remains undimmed. Years of explorat...

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