Episodes

This podcast episode explores the complexities of a midlife crisis, a psychological struggle often mistaken for mere stereotype. It delves into the subtle beginnings of a midlife crisis, revealing how it starts up to three years before any major upheaval. Listeners are reminded of the silent unrave…

Midlife crisis is a profound psychological struggle often emerging between the ages of 40 and 60, marked by an identity crisis, impulsive decisions, and reevaluation of life roles. Women generally experience a five-stage process where they transition from feelings of discontent to eventual healing …

This episode of 'Midlife Crisis Bomb Drop and Beyond' is dedicated to mothers who feel overlooked or replaced, especially amidst midlife crises. It acknowledges the strength of women who hold their families together through h...

In this gripping podcast episode, Janie reveals the devastating impact of her husband Bob's affair, which surfaced after nearly two decades of marriage. Despite the outward appearance of a loving relationship, red flags emerg...

In this compelling podcast episode, your host invites inspiring pastoral counselor Jenny Miller to discuss the profound effects of a midlife crisis (MLC). Jenny shares her journey as a spouse blindsided by her partner's MLC w...

Today's guest shares her story of a husband who left during MLC, peeked out of the tunnel for a moment but went back in, married his affair partner and now has a child with her. Is he trapped? It sure feels like it. Today's g...

Happily married mother of 3, Laurie McDermott is a fearless Marriage & Family advocate who uses humor from 2.5 decades of standup comedy to enlighten and entertain loyal fans and followers on her podcast, YouTube and websites: TheWifeExpert.com and TheLifeExpert.com.  Award winning Columnist in …

This podcast episode sheds light on the tumultuous experience of a midlife crisis, often overlooked as mere cliché. It delves into the role of 'flying monkeys,' or enablers, who support narcissistic behaviors and false narrat...

What's it like when a covert narcissist ends up experiencing mid life crisis? In a nutshell, they still do the typical MLC behavior, discard, rewriting history, smear campaigns of their former partner, but do they emerge a ha...

In this podcast episode, the host discusses the often underestimated severity of a midlife crisis (MLC), likening its symptoms to depression and identity crises. The episode features Jane, who recounts her marriage unraveling...

Join us for PART TWO with Kenda-Ruth Stumpf! Please see below for links: Free Resources Understanding Midlife Crisis Free Online Video Course Quiz: How Can I Tell if my Spouse is Having a Midlife Crisis? The Hero’s Spouse For...

Completely unfamiliar with MLC, Kenda's husband began to experience the signs of MLC back in 2005, only seven years into their marriage. Hear how Kenda discovered and learned about MLC, armed with this knowledge she was able to support her husband over a four year period despite his escape to an af…

Our story continues with part two as our guest shares a story he wrote for his wife, trying to explain what happened. Feeling like he was living a tug of war with his brain, he felt guilt but was completely unable to stop his...

In this podcast episode, John shares his personal experience with a midlife crisis that began in 2017. As he approached retirement, a loss of purpose led him into an online emotional affair, which acted as an addiction. Despi...

In this gripping episode, a woman recounts her 38-year marriage and the unexpected turmoil introduced by her husband's midlife crisis. Initially drawn to his emotional stability, she later realized his avoidant tendencies dur...

In this episode, John Doe shares his heart-wrenching experience as a left-behind spouse after his wife's midlife crisis. Despite being unaware of her internal turmoil, John found himself thrust into a world of chaos, facing d...

The debut episode of this podcast seeks to shed light on the pervasive issue of midlife crises, emphasizing that their influence can be far-reaching and destructive. Contrary to the cliché of middle-aged indulgence in expensi...