Episode 41: October: A Season of Becoming and Belonging
In this episode, I reflect on the gentle unfolding of October, a month that taught me about balance, release, and renewal. It wasn’t a season of grand change, but of quiet transformation: a month of movement and stillness, expansion and rest, all coexisting in their own rhythm. From the Water Lantern Festival to turning 48, this month reminded me that midlife isn’t a crisis, it’s a conversation, one that asks for honesty, tenderness, and presence. I talk about what it means to take an honest inventory, to listen deeply to yourself, and to honour the small, sacred moments that shape us. If you’ve been feeling stretched or in transition, this episode is your invitation to pause, to reflect on what you’ve released, what you’ve made room for, and how you want to feel in the next season of your life. For reflections and free resources, visit Kiransinghuk.com and explore my Digital Library. For more personal musings, join me on Substack at Midlife by Design: Curating Your Next Chapter.
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Episode 40: When Life Feels Heavy, Lighten the Load
In this episode of Tea with Self, I share how a quiet week of decluttering became an unexpected act of homecoming. What started as clearing a few cupboards turned into a gentle ritual of release, of making space not just in my home, but within myself. Through letting go of what no longer serves, donating what can bless someone else, and even cleansing my home with sage and Palo Santo, I discovered that decluttering isn’t really about tidiness, it’s about energy, clarity, and coming back to centre. If you’ve been feeling disconnected or overwhelmed, this episode is your invitation to begin again, one drawer, one shelf, one soft breath at a time. Because sometimes, the path back to yourself begins with a single cleared space. For reflections and free resources, visit Kiransinghuk.com and explore my Digital Library. For more personal musings, join me on Substack at Midlife by Design: Curating Your Next Chapter.
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Episode 39: The Fear is Always Bigger in the Mind
In this episode, I share how one simple act, opening my banking app, became an unexpected moment of peace, clarity, and courage. It wasn’t really about money; it was about facing myself. For years, I’d avoided looking too closely, afraid of what I might find. But when I finally did, I didn’t feel shame or guilt; I felt relief. I realised that avoidance isn’t about what we’re avoiding, but about the stories we tell ourselves about it. This episode is a gentle reminder that real courage often lives in small, quiet moments, the ones where we finally turn toward what we fear and say, “I’m ready to see the truth now.” Because the truth, when met with softness, is never something to fear. It’s what sets us free. For reflections and free resources, visit Kiransinghuk.com and explore my Digital Library. For more personal musings, join me on Substack at Midlife by Design: Curating Your Next Chapter.
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Episode 38: The Quiet Middle of Becoming
In this episode of Tea with Self, I share what it feels like to be in the in-between, that tender space between who we were and who we’re becoming. It’s not always comfortable. It’s quiet, reflective, and at times, achingly lonely. But it’s also where the most honest growth begins. I talk about rediscovering the parts of myself I’ve dimmed in the name of strength and responsibility, the longing for connection and softness, and the reminder that this season isn’t about reinventing myself, it’s about returning. This is a reflection for anyone who feels in transition, who’s tired of striving but not ready to give up. It’s about learning to live without rushing to the next version, about resting in what’s here, and trusting that clarity always follows space. For reflections and free resources, visit Kiransinghuk.com and explore my Digital Library. For more personal musings, join me on Substack at Midlife by Design: Curating Your Next Chapter.
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Episode 37: Letters from Midlife: The Myth of “Too Late”
In this episode of Letters from Midlife, I respond to a heartfelt letter from a woman who has just turned fifty and is wondering if she’s missed her chance, if time has quietly slipped through her fingers. It’s a feeling many of us in midlife know well: that quiet panic that whispers, Am I too late to begin again?Together, we explore what it means to rewrite that story. To see midlife not as an ending, but as an awakening, a doorway to deeper purpose, creativity, and joy. I share gentle reflections on reclaiming time, beginning small, and rediscovering the dreams that once had to wait.If you’ve ever felt behind, this episode is your reminder: you’re not late. You’re right on time.For reflections and resources, visit Kiransinghuk.com. For more personal musings, join me on Substack at Midlife by Design: Curating Your Next Chapter.
About Midlife by Design - Curating Your Next Chapter
Welcome to Midlife by Design, the podcast that invites you to stop drifting through your next chapter… and start curating it with clarity, courage, and heart.I’m Kiran Singh, Midlife Lifestyle Coach & Menopause Wellness Coach, and your guide as you step into the most expansive, intentional, and soul-aligned chapter of your life yet.This is your space for honest conversations, soulful reflections, and practical tools to help you reinvent your life from the inside out, on your terms.Each week, we explore the 5 Core Life Areas that shape your midlife transformation:
Health & Well-being
Self-Discovery & Identity
Relationships & Connection
Career, Purpose & Money
Quality of Life & Everyday Joy
Whether you're navigating change, craving reinvention, or simply longing to feel more you, this podcast is your reminder that midlife isn't a crisis, it's your creative awakening.You’re not here to fade quietly into the background.You’re here to come home to yourself. To lead your life with intention.To curate a chapter that feels deeply, unapologetically yours.Hit subscribe, pour a cup of tea, and let’s begin this beautiful reimagining together.Listen now on iTunes, Spotify, Amazon Music & Podomatic, and take the first step toward curating your next chapter.If you’re ready to deepen the connection, come join my world. You’ll find journaling prompts, soulful midlife support, and a beautiful community over at Kiransinghuk.com, where we’re curating this next chapter together, one honest conversation at a time.
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