Unarmored Talk
Unarmored Talk
Mario P. Fields - Sergeant Major (Ret.)
From Surviving to Thriving - What's Next After 50?
26 minutes Posted Oct 24, 2025 at 12:00 am.
Welcome And Series Context
Introducing Bold Timers And Theme
Meet Barbara And Heather
What’s Next Moments Begin
Barbara’s Late-Career Education Pivot
Heather’s Transition From Arts To Coaching
Attitude, Fear, And Support Systems
Building Belonging And Local Community
Authenticity, Storytelling, And Blending Paths
Advice To Past Selves And Mindfulness
How To Connect And Closing
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Send us Fan Mail 🎙️ What if the second half of life isn’t a slow fade—but a bigger canvas? Meet Barbara and Heather, a mother-daughter coaching duo redefining midlife. 🌱 Barbara returned to school in her 50s, earned two master’s degrees, and rebuilt her coaching practice. 🎓 Heather left the performing arts at 40, discovered leadership coaching, and found her calling to teach adults and teams. 🎭 Together, they reveal how self-awareness, courage, and community can turn uncertainty into growth. ...