Episodes

You are going through the motions of a life that looks completely fine from the outside.And yet. Something is hollow in the middle of it. Like the color has turned down a few notches. Like you are living in your life but not quite inhabiting it. Like you used to know what your life was for — and somewhere in the middle of all the giving and the doing and the showing up, that knowing got very quiet.If you have been sitting with a version of that feeling — the hollow, the grey, the vague but persistent sense that something is missing even when nothing is obviously wrong — this episode is for you.In this episode PK — Dr. Peggie Kirkland, host of The Unfinished GLOW — explores what spiritual wellness actually means for midlife women, why so many of us lose our sense of purpose and meaning during this season of life, and what it looks like to find your way back to the fixed point that has been there all along.In this episode you will find:• Why feeling hollow inside a l…

You are good at your job. You show up. You deliver. You have been doing it for years. So why does it feel like there is nothing left inside it? If you have ever felt like you are going through the motions — present in body but absent in spirit, carrying on with everything while feeling completely numb on the inside — this episode is for you. In Episode 5 of our Women's History Month series, PK names something that most women carry quietly for years without ever having the right words for it. ...

Your Emotions Are Trying to Tell You Something: Emotional Health What if the heaviness you have been carrying — the irritability, the quiet sadness, the feeling that you are one small thing away from falling apart — is not a sign that something is wrong with you, but a sign that something inside you is finally asking to be heard? In Episode 4 of the Women's History Month Reset, PK makes the case that your emotional health is not a luxury, a weakness, or something to manage in private. It is the foundation on which everything else in your life is built. And for midlife women who have spent decades showing up for everyone else, it is the one thing most urgently in need of tending.Your emotions are not the problem. They are the signal. And this episode will help you finally learn to read them.

Your Tribe Is Your Medicine: Social HealthWhat if the most powerful health intervention available to you right now isn't a supplement, a workout plan, or a new morning routine — but a phone call to your best friend?In Episode 3 of the Women's History Month Reset, PK makes the case that your social connections are not a luxury. They are medicine for your mind, your body, and your spirit. And the research to back that up is more compelling than most women realize.You'll hear four reasons why your friendships deserve to be treated as a non-negotiable health practice, what a landmark 80-year Harvard study found about the single greatest predictor of longevity, why the U.S. Surgeon General declared loneliness a public health epidemic comparable to smoking 15 cigarettes a day, and why midlife women — who are by nature social architects — are also the first to let their friendships slip when life gets busy.PK also introduces a metaphor that will change how you see every relat…

You have been ignoring the signals for a while now. The fatigue you keep blaming on a bad night's sleep. The aches you keep saying you will deal with later. The appointment you have been meaning to make for months.You are not lazy. You are not failing. You have just been so focused on taking care of everyone else that your own body moved to the bottom of the list.It is time to move it back to the top — gently, practically, and without guilt.In this episode of the Women’s History Month Reset, Dr. PK focuses on physical wellness for midlife women.Many women spend decades prioritizing everyone else's needs—until their bodies start sending signals that they can’t ignore.According to global health research, regular physical activity helps reduce the risk of heart disease, diabetes, depression, and many chronic illnesses that increase with age.But physical health is not about punishing workouts or unrealistic goals.It’s about partnering with your body instead of igno…

You have been holding it together for so long that you stopped noticing how heavy it had gotten.If you find yourself snapping at small things, lying awake at 3 AM, or smiling through moments that are quietly breaking you, your mind is not being dramatic. It is asking for your attention.This is the conversation I wish someone had had with me sooner. In this first episode of the Women’s History Month Reset series, Dr. Peggie Kirkland (PK) explores one of the most important pillars of self-care: mental wellness for midlife women.Many women over 50 have spent decades caring for children, partners, careers, and communities—often putting their own emotional needs on the back burner.But midlife can bring new challenges:• empty nest transitions• identity shifts• caregiving stress• career changes• loneliness or burnoutIn this episode, PK shares research-based insights on mental health, common warning signs of emotional overload, and practical ways to protect your …

Have you been wondering how to rediscover your passion after the empty nest—without pressure, overwhelm, or trying to reinvent your entire life?In Part 3 of this three-part series on rediscovering passion in midlife, we move from understanding why passions get deferred to learning how to begin again in a healthy, doable way.If you’re a woman in midlife or an empty nester who feels stuck, unsure where to start, or quietly longing for more, this episode is for you.In this episode, you’ll learn:Why harmonious passion matters—and how to choose passions that fit your life nowHow following curiosity (not pressure) leads to clarityWhy scheduling “passion dates” supports consistency and mental well-beingHow community and accountability increase courage and reduce lonelinessHow to reframe failure as data, not a reason to quitThese research-informed strategies are designed to help you take small, sustainable steps toward rediscovering purpose, creativity, and joy—wit…

In Part 2 of this three-part series, we take an honest look at the real barriers that keep midlife women and empty nesters from pursuing their passions — even when the desire is strong.This episode explores how fear, perfectionism, guilt, and emotional exhaustion quietly hold many women back after years of caregiving, responsibility, and putting others first.If you’ve ever told yourself:I don’t have timeI should be past this by nowI don’t want to failIt feels selfish to focus on meIn this conversation, PK unpacks why these challenges are so common in midlife, how they impact motivation and confidence, and what begins to change when we name them with compassion instead of judgment.🎁 FREE RESOURCEDownload Your Pathway to Passion, a free 5-day challenge designed to help you reconnect with what truly lights you up—one gentle step at a time.👉 https://www.subscribepage.io/its-your-pathway-to-passion🎧 Enjoying the podcast?Please consider leaving a review o…

What happens to your dreams when life gets busy?In Part 1 of this 3-part series, Doctor PK speaks directly to empty nesters and women over 50 about deferred passions—the dreams that were put on hold while caring for everyone else. This episode explores why passions fade into the background, why it’s not too late to start again, and how purpose and passion support wellbeing in midlife.🎁 Download the free Pathway to Passion 5-day challenge—link in show notes.Connect with PK:Website, Instagram, Facebook, Review on Apple podcast.

📘 Free Resource to Help You Get Unstuck⏳ Still putting things off until “later”?Grab your FREE No More Later Report — a 5-day mini guide to overcoming procrastination and taking action, even when you don’t feel ready.👉 Download No More "Later" FREE report here: https://ne.mommasmotivationalmessages.com/Is the silence in your home suddenly louder than ever? Whether you’ve just dropped your child off at college or you’ve been an empty nester for years, the quiet can feel overwhelming — even painful. In this powerful episode of Momma’s Motivational Messages, PK helps you process the emotional weight of empty nest silence, understand why change can trigger grief, and learn how to gently reclaim your sense of self.You’ll discover:✅ Why empty nest silence can trigger sadness, loneliness, or guilt✅ How to name your emotions and shift from heaviness to healing✅ What it really means when you feel “stuck” in grief, procrastination, or uncertainty✅ Gentle, soul-cent…

When the kids are gone, who are you now?In this episode of Momma’s Motivational Messages, Peggie Kirkland (PK) speaks directly to empty-nesters navigating identity loss after years of caregiving. Learn how to reconnect with the woman underneath all the roles you’ve played—with 9 powerful strategies to move from “doing” to being. Plus, get access to a free downloadable workbook designed to help you rediscover yourself.🎁 Free Workbook → https://bounceforward.online/workbook-empty-nestersConnect with PK:Website, Instagram, Facebook, Review on Apple podcast.F

Description:In this reflective mini-episode, PK shares an empowering affirmation for women navigating the empty nest transition. If you've ever felt stuck in survival mode or unsure of who you are without your caregiving role— this episode is your invitation to shift from surviving to thriving.In this short and powerful episode, you’ll hear an affirmation designed to help you reconnect with your deepest desires and honor who you’re becoming. Let this message inspire your morning routine or evening reflections as you embrace your next chapter.Tune in for encouragement, practical insight, and a permission slip to begin again—boldly and without apology.

How to Dream Again When You’ve Been in Survival ModeHave you been stuck in survival mode for so long that dreaming feels out of reach? In this episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, we’re exploring what it means to reconnect with your desires after years of putting everyone else first. Whether you’ve been managing a household, caregiving, or simply trying to make it through the day, this conversation will gently guide you back to you.Join host Peggie Kirkland as she shares stories, mindset shifts, and soul-nourishing encouragement to help you move from just surviving… to dreaming again. You’ll learn why it’s not selfish to want more, how to start small, and why this next chapter may be the most powerful one yet.🌱 You deserve a life that feels like yours.🎧 Tune in and take your first step toward dreaming again—with purpose and heart.Photo by RumsayapornThaveekful on Vecteezy.comConnect with PK:Website, Instagram, Facebook, Review on Apple podcast.FREE Af…

In this quick reflection episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, I’m diving into one of those simple yet powerful truths that hit differently in the empty nest season: “Your priorities should match your goals.”If you've been feeling out of alignment lately—doing all the things, but not necessarily the right things for you —this gentle nudge is for you.Plus, I’ll share a free workbook I created just for you called Letting Go, Moving Forward —a thoughtful guide to help you realign with what matters most in this new season of your life. You’ll also hear how to book a free discovery call if you’re ready to talk more about what’s next (all in the Show Notes).✨ This is your time now. Let your daily life reflect your dreams—not just your old roles.

Empty nesters, it’s time to stop clinging to the roles that no longer serve you—and start rewriting your story with confidence and clarity. In this powerful episode, PK gets real about the guilt so many women feel when it’s time to let go of who they’ve always been: the over-giver, the self-sacrificer, the invisible one.PK shares heartfelt stories, personal insights, and actionable strategies to help you:💔 Release guilt around stepping away from the parenting role💫 Reconnect with your passions and long-lost dreams📝 Create a “release ritual” to symbolically let go of outdated identities💪 Replace guilt with permission—to grow, evolve, and prioritize YOUThis is your invitation to take up space, rediscover your joy, and boldly step into the next chapter of your life—without apology.🌐 Ready to start your journey of rediscovery?Book a free discovery call at BounceForward.online and let’s explore your next act together.👉 Follow PK on Instagram @reigniteyourpassionno…

Title: How to Reconnect with Yourself After Decades of Putting Others FirstDescription:In this soul-nourishing episode, Coach PK shares how women over 50 can reconnect with themselves after years of putting others first. Through real stories and practical steps, she guides you back to the core of who you are. Learn how to release guilt, rediscover passion, and step into your second act with purpose. Perfect for empty nesters ready to thrive, not just survive.

After a much-needed pause, I’m back—refreshed, recharged, and ready to bring you powerful messages of hope, inspiration, and encouragement. This season, we’re diving deep into a topic that so many women face: navigating life as an empty nester. If you've spent decades devoted to your children, you might now find yourself wondering: ❓ Who am I beyond being a mom? ❓ What’s next for me? The truth is, this isn’t an ending—it’s a new beginning. A time for personal reinvention, self-discovery, and ren...

The essence of Christmas—gratitude, connection, and kindness—has the power to transform your life when embraced year-round. In this heartfelt episode, we explore how to hold onto the magic of Christmas well beyond the holiday season.You don't have to let the joy of Christmas fade with the packing away of the decorations and the twinkling lights. In fact, it is important to keep the spirit of Christmas alive beyond December. PK offers three ways in which you can do this while transforming your life and the lives of others.Take a listen.And while you’re at it, don't forget to grab your FREE Affirmation eCards to shift your mindset, raise your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence. Choose one or two that resonate with you, and make a habit of repeating them several times throughout the day, especially when you wake up in the morning, and at night before you go to bed. As you use them, observe the effect they have on you: Do they make you feel more loving toward you…

Have you ever had so many things going wrong in your life at the same time that it made you feel like there was nothing left to be grateful for? Well, I’m sure you’re not alone. We’ve all been there at one time or another, which is why it’s so important to learn how to start building a gratitude mindset. What’s a gratitude mindset? It is a state of mind that allows you to focus on being thankful for what you have instead of dwelling on what’s missing. It’s about focusing on the many things t...

Ever had a nagging sense of emptiness that you just couldn’t seem to shake, a feeling like a hole in your soul?  It may be because you need nourishment not just for your body, but for your soul.Today’s episode will give you  several ways in which you can give your soul the nourishment it needs and deserves.  Here are some of those recommendations:Spend time with family members  that you can share laughs and stories with.  Place video calls to friends whether they are near or far away.  Seeing faces is so much better than just calling or texting.Have your go-to stash of books and magazines that make you feel warm inside. You will find several others ways to fill the hole in your soul wheh you listen to the episode.  Take a listen.And while you’re at it, don't forget to grab your FREE Affirmation eCards to shift your mindset, raise your self-esteem and boost your self-confidence.

Have you ever been in a situation where you were pulled in so many directions that you began  to feel as though you were burned to a crisp?  That’s the situation in which  neonatologist Susan Landers Berry, M.D. found herself after years of being in a high-pressure job while trying to balance her career with her family and home life.  Unfortunately, She found that she couldn’t handle it on her own.   Take a listen. You may hear your own story in hers, and you may be able to  benefit from the strategies she used to find herself and get her life back on track.If you’ve been inspired and encouraged by the positive messages of this show, please take a moment to rate and review the show on Apple podcast.   And remember sharing is caring, so don’t forget to share these gems with friends and family, strangers too if you like.  Let them  know it’s  available wherever THEY listen to their  podcasts.  I’m counting  on you to share the love.

The holidays are notorious for creating stress, as people try to manage their usual activities with the increased tasks that go along with celebrating the holidays, such as shopping for perfect gifts and making plans to entertain family.  If you add being a perfectionist to the mix then you’ve got the perfect recipe for a stressful holiday.   Additionally, when  you consider that according to the American Psychological Association, more women on average say they feel more stressed than men, you may want to pay attention to those things that are creating stress for you and make the necessary adjustments.In this episode, PK shares five suggestions for eliminating stress from your holidays and replacing it with fun instead.  Take a listen.

For many women, loving themselves first does not come naturally. In fact, many women have to learn to love themselves because they have been socialized to believe that putting their own needs first is a selfish act. As a result, many women put everyone’s needs before they own, always talking about their dreams and desires in the future saying thighs like, “When the kids get older:” “When I get that promotion that I‘ve been working so hard for.” “When I have the time.” “That’s when I will travel, or follow my passion, or start that nonprofit organization.” The irony is that oftentimes, a life-altering medical diagnosis, like cancer, is often the catalyst that can throw them headlong into living the lives they had been planning for, as they face their own mortality. In this episode Iselyn Hamilton Austin shares how her breast cancer diagnosis taught her to make herself not just “a” priority, but “the” priority! Iselyn describes her cancer diagnosis as “...like joining a sor…

Have you ever been in a situation in which you find yourself procrastinating, going around in circles, unable to accomplish what you have in mind, literally feeling stuck with no clear way out?In this episode of Momma's Motivational Messages, Becca Ribbing, author of The Clarity Journal  and a Career Coach shares many nuggets about the dangers of staying stuck for too long, and how it can become a self-fulfilling prophecy that prevents you from getting the momentum to break through to the next step.You'll want to listen to this episode to hear our conversation on a variety of topics, including the impact of growing up with hippies, Becca's own parenting styles, the importance of breaking rules we subconsciously take on from friends and family, the importance of giving yourself permission when you want to take control of your life, and how journaling can help you gain clarity. Let's jump right in so you can start learn from what Becca has to share.