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Welcome to The After 50 Mic — the podcast where powerful women over 50 pass the mic, speak their truth, and drop the wisdom they’ve earned. I’m your host, Sheila Reynolds — speaker, soul-stirrer, and founder of Born to Flourish — a global movement helping Christian women over 50 rise, heal, and live out their next chapter with unapologetic purpose. Here, we have real conversations with women who’ve walked through the fire, shed the titles, and found their voice again. We talk about identity, faith, boundaries, love, reinvention — and everything we were never taught to say out loud. Because after 50, we don’t whisper. We witness. We testify. And we flourish out loud. So pull up a chair, grab your journal, and prepare for truth that transforms. This... is The After 50 Mic. 🎤
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Explore how to overcome life’s toughest challenges and emerge stronger in this episode inspired by JoAnne Boykin Thurston. We dive into the unique barriers faced by the Black community, from mental health stigma to workplace discrimination, and highlight the power of community, self-care, and advocacy. Discover practical steps for building resilience, finding support, and transforming obstacles into opportunities for growth and connection. Join us as we redefine what it means to thrive beyond the hump—together.

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In this episode, we explore how adversity can become the foundation for transformation and triumph. Inspired by Mashekia Hicks’ groundbreaking work, we dive into real stories of resilience, authenticity, and community, revealing how setbacks can be reframed as stepping stones to purpose-filled lives. Discover practical strategies for turning challenges into opportunities, the importance of building while healing, and how your identity can be your greatest strength. If you’re facing obstacles, this episode offers hope, actionable insights, and a reminder that your breakthrough may be just beyond the breaking point.

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In this episode, we explore the profound beauty and strength found in embracing our brokenness. Inspired by Anita Rice’s wisdom, discover how the very cracks and scars we try to hide can become sources of purpose, healing, and connection. Through real stories of resilience, learn why vulnerability is not weakness but a pathway to authentic self-respect and community transformation. If you’ve ever felt weighed down by past hurts, this conversation offers hope, encouragement, and a powerful reminder that your journey—no matter how messy—holds the seeds of your greatest impact.

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In this episode of The After 50 Mic, we sit down with Sylvia Harris, a survivor of domestic violence and breast cancer, to explore how integrating faith into every aspect of life and business can transform resilience and success. Discover how embracing spiritual wholeness, rather than compartmentalizing faith and ambition, provides the anchor needed to weather life's storms and build a legacy of authenticity, strength, and impact. Join us for an inspiring conversation about breaking free from divided living and finding power in bringing your whole self to the journey after 50.

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Explore how integrating faith with entrepreneurship can lead to authentic leadership, resilient decision-making, and lasting community impact. Inspired by Arlette Carr’s insights, this episode reveals how faith-driven values serve as a foundation for business success, challenging the notion that spiritual and professional lives must remain separate. Discover practical steps to align your mission, lead with purpose, and build a legacy that goes beyond profit.

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Discover how embracing your authentic self after 50 can spark powerful transformation and purpose-driven living. Inspired by DrWanda Evans-Brewer’s journey from academia to grassroots activism, this episode explores the courage it takes to own your story, reframe setbacks as divine setups, and create ripples of change—no matter your age. Tune in for inspiration to step boldly into your second act, amplify your voice, and live unapologetically on purpose.

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In this episode of Dancing Through the Storm, we explore how Black professionals and entrepreneurs over 50 are finding resilience, joy, and new purpose after setbacks and transitions. Drawing inspiration from Donna Foster’s insights, we share powerful stories of transformation—overcoming ageism, career loss, and health crises—by embracing mindfulness, playfulness, and the strength of community. Discover actionable steps to navigate your own storms and learn how moments of adversity can become the catalyst for your most meaningful growth.

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In this empowering episode of Reclaiming Your Second Act, we explore the transformative journey of self-love and resilience for women over 50. Inspired by Sonia Harper’s wisdom, we discuss building your own foundation after major life transitions, recognizing your worth beyond societal expectations, and embracing the freedom that comes with age. Discover practical steps for self-prioritization, the importance of trusting your intuition, and how faith can anchor you through change. Join us as we celebrate the power, wisdom, and renewed purpose that define the second act of life.