Midlife with Courage™-Flourishing After Forty with Kim Benoy

Authentic Connection & Self-Love in Midlife: A Courageous Conversation with Melinda Lee

Episode 247

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Join Kim on Midlife With Courage™ as she welcomes Melinda Lee. Discover Melinda’s unique journey of sharing hugs, cultivating authenticity, and the lessons learned through life changes, including overcoming a challenging marriage and the importance of self-love. 

Key takeaways include: embracing your authentic self, learning from personal boundaries, and the impact of genuine human connection.

00:00 Welcome to Midlife with Courage
00:21 Meet Melinda Lee: Empowerment Coach and Healer
01:23 Defining Courage: Melinda's Perspective
02:08 The Power of Hugs: Melinda's Unique Journey
05:05 The Inspiration Behind Hugging Strangers
08:10 Challenges and Lessons from the Hugging Journey
14:28 Writing the Book and a New Hugging Adventure
16:38 The Power of a Hug
17:46 Challenges and Boundaries
19:29 Self-Discovery and Self-Love
20:51 Marriage and Divorce
26:39 New Beginnings
30:07 Healing Touch for Animals
31:19 Rebel Hugger and Coaching
33:29 Final Thoughts and Advice

You can learn more about Melinda by going to her WEBSITE.

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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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