Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy

Stop Self-Criticism in Midlife: Trauma-Informed Steps to Let Go of the Inner Critic (with Emma Lyons)

Kimberly Benoy-Registered Nurse, Aromatherapist, Wife and Mom Episode 237

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Trauma-informed tools to quiet self-criticism and reclaim confidence in midlife — practical strategy-focused conversation.

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:18 Meet Emma Lyons: A Trauma-Informed Healer
03:01 Emma's Journey: From Law to Healing
04:45 Understanding the Inner Narcissist
07:10 Breaking Free from Shame
16:06 Emma's System: B-R-E-A-K
22:40 Living Shamelessly: A New Perspective
28:45 Final Thoughts and Farewell

If you would like to read more about Emma's story and her work, check out her substack at https://traumamatrix.substack.com/

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Kim Benoy is a retired RN, Certified Aromatherapist, wife and mom who is passionate about inspiring and encouraging women over 40. She wants you to see your own beauty, value and worth through sharing stories of other women just like you.

Are you looking for more? You should check out my Courage & Confidence Circle! Join a supportive group of other midlife women who are ready to live with courage and stop waiting for someday! This 3-month program starts again in March 2026 and I would love to see you there!

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