Changes Big and Small - Joy, Fulfillment, and Purpose for Women in Midlife
Changes Big and Small - Joy, Fulfillment, and Purpose for Women in Midlife
Damianne President | Midlife Joy and Fulfillment Coach
If you’re a woman in midlife craving more joy, purpose, and authentic connection, welcome. You’ve spent years giving to your family, career, and community. Now you’re wondering, is this all there is? You’re not alone and you’re in the right place. Changes Big and Small helps women over 40 reclaim their fulfillment and create vibrant, meaningful lives through small, intentional steps rooted in self-compassion, clarity, and authenticity. Society pushes reinvention without telling us how. You're told to “find happiness,” but you're exhausted, feeling stuck or invisible, with no roadmap for joy. This show offers a better path: gentle transformation grounded in purpose, not hustle. Every other week, certified coach and educator Damianne President shares soulful conversations, real stories, and practical strategies to help you reconnect with your desires and move forward on your own terms. Whether you’re navigating big life shifts or subtle awakenings, this podcast is your invitation to stop settling and start listening to yourself. You don’t have to have all the answers. You just need the next small step. Subscribe/follow now and begin your journey to joy, one small step at a time.
Introducing Freedom Looks Like This
This is the end of a chapter for Changes Big and Small. You can still access the archive, and I hope that you find value from the episodes. However, I will not be dropping any new episodes. Let me take this opportunity to introduce my new podcast, Freedom Looks Like This. If you’re a woman […] The post Introducing Freedom Looks Like This appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: This Simple Action Helps You Escape from Thoughts that Block Joy Navigating Family, Friendship, and Love in Midlife Using Resistance and Resilience to Build Self Acceptance
Nov 26, 2025
Navigating Family, Friendship, and Love in Midlife
In this episode of Changes Big and Small, Coach Damianne President guides you through practical, heartfelt steps to rediscover love, build meaningful connections, and redefine family on your own terms—no matter your past or present circumstances. You’ll hear empowering stories and actionable strategies for: • Inviting new romance and intimacy into your life—even if you haven’t experienced it yet • Building supportive friendships and chosen family when traditional roles don’t fit • Navigating family dynamics, setting boundaries, and embracing your unique path • Giving yourself permission to want more joy, connection, and fulfillment in midlife. Click this link to easily rate the podcast. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] The post Navigating Family, Friendship, and Love in Midlife appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: How to Embrace Joyful Reinvention in Midlife How to Live a Romantic and Sensuous Life We Should Get Together for Better Friendship
May 28, 2025
How to Find Joy in Connection and Make Friends in Midlife
Are you craving deeper connection and more joy in your life? In this episode, Coach Damianne President shares practical steps and heartfelt stories to help women in midlife rediscover their desires, nurture fulfilling friendships, and build a supportive community. Start your journey to a more joyful, connected life right here. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post How to Find Joy in Connection and Make Friends in Midlife appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: We Should Get Together for Better Friendship Make Amazing Friends Wherever You Are Regardless of How Long You Stay There How to be Whole as Your Individual Self and as Part of a Couple in a Relationship
May 14, 2025
How to Reclaim Joy After 40: Small Steps to Get Unstuck and Thrive
Are you a woman over 40 who feels like life is passing you by, or that something is missing no matter how much you accomplish? In this special episode of Changes Big and Small, we explore the real reasons joy can feel out of reach in midlife—and share practical, compassionate steps to help you get unstuck, rediscover your spark, and thrive. If you’re ready to invite more meaning, connection, and authentic happiness into your days, this episode is your invitation to begin again—one small step at a time. Click this link to easily rate the podcast. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post How to Reclaim Joy After 40: Small Steps to Get Unstuck and Thrive appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: This Simple Action Helps You Escape from Thoughts that Block Joy High Achievers Are Getting This One Thing All Wrong This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy)
Apr 23, 2025
Mindful Technology Use: How to Avoid Burnout and Find Joy with Michelle Dickinson
Practical strategies to avoid burnout, build resilience, manage stress, and create joy in a tech-driven world. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post Mindful Technology Use: How to Avoid Burnout and Find Joy with Michelle Dickinson appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: How to Overcome Fear and Find Beauty in the Darkness This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy) How to Experience Joy During Life’s Challenges
Apr 9, 2025
This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy)
Discover a simple yet powerful morning ritual that can transform your creative life and invite more joy into your life. Learn how just one minute each day can unlock your creative potential and invite more joy into your daily routine. Guest: Katrina Mason Click this link to easily rate the podcast. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy) appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: Mindful Technology Use: How to Avoid Burnout and Find Joy with Michelle Dickinson How to Experience Joy During Life’s Challenges This Simple Action Helps You Escape from Thoughts that Block Joy
Mar 19, 2025
High Achievers Are Getting This One Thing All Wrong
What we are discussing today is an important topic. Some people think it's the enemy of achievement, but really it's your secret weapon. Learn why top performers are wrong about this and how it amplifies success and joy. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post High Achievers Are Getting This One Thing All Wrong appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: How to Experience Joy During Life’s Challenges This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy) Mindful Technology Use: How to Avoid Burnout and Find Joy with Michelle Dickinson
Feb 19, 2025
How to Experience Joy During Life’s Challenges
Discover how to experience joy during life's challenges. The practical advice in this episode give you with the tools to cultivate joy in any moment. Click this link to easily rate the podcast. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post How to Experience Joy During Life’s Challenges appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy) This Simple Action Helps You Escape from Thoughts that Block Joy High Achievers Are Getting This One Thing All Wrong
Feb 5, 2025
This Simple Action Helps You Escape from Thoughts that Block Joy
Discover how releasing "should" thoughts can unblock joy. Learn a life coach's proven technique to break free from limiting beliefs and find more happiness in everyday moments. Click this link to easily rate the podcast. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post This Simple Action Helps You Escape from Thoughts that Block Joy appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy) How to Experience Joy During Life’s Challenges Mindful Technology Use: How to Avoid Burnout and Find Joy with Michelle Dickinson
Jan 22, 2025
How to Create your Path to Health and Wellness in Midlife
In this episode, discover the revolutionary approach to health and wellness in midlife that prioritizes joy over strict rules. Learn how to embrace joyful movement, mindful nutrition, and body acceptance for lasting health and vitality after 40. Transform your relationship with fitness and food through practical tools and inspiring success stories. Click this link to easily rate the podcast. Find the shownotes at https://changesbigandsmall.com If you enjoy the episode, please share it with a friend. You can reach me at [email protected] if you have any questions or feedback. If you'd like to appear on the podcast, reach out to me for more information. I'm currently interviewing for the next season, which is focused on relationships. Join the Changes Big and Small Facebook group - https://www.facebook.com/groups/changesbigandsmall1/ The post How to Create your Path to Health and Wellness in Midlife appeared first on Changes Big and Small. Related posts: How to Embrace Joyful Reinvention in Midlife How to Define and Seek Your Personal Wellness This 1-Minute Morning Habit Will Skyrocket Your Creativity (and Invite More Joy)
Jan 8, 2025
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