Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy

The Now What Society

Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy

  • 305: Building Resilience in Midlife: Coping with Life Transitions Adam Barfoot

305: Building Resilience in Midlife: Coping with Life Transitions Adam Barfoot

Monday 12th June 2023

Adam Barfoot joins 'The Now What Society' to discuss sobriety, fitness, and mental health in midlife. Tune in for practical resilience strategies.
Explicit
31 minutes
Empowering
Informative
Hopeful
Compassionate
Transformative

About this podcast

The Now What Society
Author:
Tamar Medford & Lane Kennedy
Overview:
Categories:
Sobriety Toolkit
Sexual Empowerment & Identity
Creative Recovery Journeys
Empowering Recovery Journeys
Entrepreneurship for Personal Growth
Links:
Visit site
Rounded Button Dark
Do you want to link to this podcast?
Get the buttons here!

Strengthening Midlife: Sobriety, Fitness, and Mental Health with Adam Barfoot

Episode Overview

  • Explore the connection between sobriety, fitness, and mental well-being in midlife
  • Learn practical strategies for cultivating resilience and integrating difficult experiences for personal growth
  • Understand the impact of physical activity on overall well-being and its correlation to a healthy brain during midlife
  • Discover the importance of seeking help and the concept of finding one's 'new 100%' to navigate life transitions
  • Embrace the significance of reflection, positive self-talk, and emotional integration in building resilience
Resilient people do not bounce back from difficult experiences. They find healthy ways to integrate them into their lives. In time, people find that great calamity met with great spirit can create great strength.
Ever wondered how to stay strong and resilient in midlife? In this episode of 'The Now What Society', hosts Tamar Medford and Lane Kennedy sit down with Adam Barfoot, a mental health therapist and CrossFit level one trainer, to explore just that. They dive into the unique challenges and opportunities that come with sobriety, fitness, and mental well-being during this pivotal life stage.
Adam shares his expertise on how physical activity can boost not only your body but also your brain, especially when you're navigating the ups and downs of midlife transitions. He introduces the concept of finding your 'new 100%', encouraging listeners to redefine their personal bests as they move forward in life. The conversation is packed with practical tips, from seeking help before it's too late to the importance of reflection and positive self-talk.
Adam's approach is all about embracing emotions and integrating challenging experiences to build resilience. Plus, there's a sprinkle of humor to keep things light and engaging. The episode wraps up with a nod to the book 'Resilience' by Eric Greitens, underscoring the idea that tough times can lead to incredible personal growth. If you're looking for inspiration and actionable advice to thrive in midlife, this episode is a must-listen.
alcoholfree.com
Published by The Mindful Drinking Company Limited
4 Providence Court, Pynes Hill, Exeter, Devon, EX2 5JL, England
Registered in England and Wales.
Company Number: 1195057. Vat Number: GB320915135.
Registered address as above.
© Copyright 2005-2025 The Mindful Drinking Company Limited.
All Rights Reserved.
alcoholfree.com is a participant in the Amazon Associates Programme, an affiliate advertising programme designed to provide a means for sites to earn advertising fees by advertising and linking to Amazon.co.uk. As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases.