I Thought We Were Becoming Friends…But I Was Wrong

Making new friends in midlife can be exciting, but it can also sometimes be unexpectedly painful. Especially when you open your heart, make the effort, and believe a real connection is forming with someone new...only to realize the feeling isn't mutual. In this episode of Life Is Now… Do It While You Can, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, shares a personal story about trying to build a new friendship after moving across the country…and the quiet disappointment that came when the effort wasn't returned. Suzanne reflects on how meaningful conversations and shared moments created the hope of a real friendship… But over time, the truth became clear…not everyone who appears to want to be your friend, is meant to be your friend. Instead of spiraling into rejection or self-doubt, Suzanne shares the mindset shift that helped her find peace, clarity, and acceptance. This is real, heartfelt life coaching for women who want to make new friends in midlife, build meaningful friendships, and understand the emotional lessons that can come with putting themselves out there to make new friends in midlife. If you're a woman in midlife or over 50 who has ever felt hurt, confused, or discouraged while trying to make new friends in midlife, this episode will help you release disappointment, trust what people show you, and refocus on the friendships that truly matter…the ones who show up, follow through, and are there for you no matter what. In this episode, you'll learn: Why not everyone you meet is meant to be your friend…and why that's OK How actions and consistency reveal who truly wants to be in your life How disappointment can bring clarity about the kind of friendships you truly want If you've ever struggled while trying to make new friends in midlife, this episode is a gentle reminder that friendship isn't about chasing connection… it's about recognizing who genuinely shows up for you. Connect with Suzanne: Suzanne's Website: https://suzanneoshima.com Join The Circle of Love Sisterhood: https://suzanneoshima.com/circle-of-love-sisterhood/ It's Never Too Late to Make New Friends eBook: https://suzanneoshima.com/friends-ebook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fb.suzanneoshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_oshima/

When life goes sideways, it's easy to fall into a spiral of negative thoughts, self-blame, and emotional overwhelm—especially for women in midlife who have already weathered so many life changes. In this episode of Life Is Now… Do It While You Can, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, shares a deeply personal reflection on how she learned to stop herself from spiraling down the rabbit hole when something negative happens.  Suzanne knows firsthand how one challenging moment can quickly turn into a pattern of doom-and-gloom thinking and how hard it can be to climb back out once you're there. Instead of relying on mindset clichés or toxic positivity, Suzanne reveals one simple habit she began practicing that gently redirects her thoughts before they spiral, without ignoring real emotions or minimizing what's happening. This is real, practical life coaching for women who want tools that actually work in everyday life. If you're a woman in midlife who struggles with negative thought loops, emotional spirals, or slipping into a victim mindset that doesn't truly feel like you, this episode offers a compassionate and grounded approach to shifting your mindset—one small habit at a time. In this episode, you'll learn: Why negative spirals don't start at the bottom, they start with one unchecked thought How to redirect your mindset without forcing positivity or bypassing emotions How one small habit can help women over 50 reduce emotional overwhelm and return to peace and gratitude If you've ever wondered how to stop a negative spiral before it takes over, this episode is a powerful reminder that small changes can make a big difference for women in midlife and beyond. Connect with Suzanne: Suzanne's Website: https://suzanneoshima.com Join The Circle of Love Sisterhood: https://suzanneoshima.com/circle-of-love-sisterhood/ It's Never Too Late to Make New Friends eBook: https://suzanneoshima.com/friends-ebook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fb.suzanneoshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_oshima/

In this deeply personal and heartfelt episode, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, opens up about grief, love, and the words so many of us leave unspoken—until it's too late. Designed especially for women in midlife and women over 50, this episode explores the quiet regrets that often surface after the loss of a loved one. Suzanne shares her own experiences with loss, from losing her grandparents as a teenager to navigating the emotional reality of her parents aging. As a Life Coach for Women Over 50, Suzanne speaks honestly about the guilt and lingering regret that can come from not saying what's truly on our hearts. This episode is both tender and empowering, gently reminding women in midlife that we don't need to wait for a "someday" or the perfect moment to express love, gratitude, and appreciation. This conversation invites you to reflect on the people you're still fortunate to have in your life—and encourages you to say what matters now, while your words can be heard, felt, and deeply appreciated. If you're a woman in midlife navigating grief, loss, or reflection, this episode will inspire you to live with fewer regrets and more intentional love—starting today. Connect with Suzanne: Suzanne's Website: https://suzanneoshima.com Join The Circle of Love Sisterhood: https://suzanneoshima.com/circle-of-love-sisterhood/ It's Never Too Late to Make New Friends eBook: https://suzanneoshima.com/friends-ebook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fb.suzanneoshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_oshima/  

Have you ever looked back on your life and thought, "What if I had done that when I had the chance?!" For so many midlife women, the regrets aren't about what we did...they're about the things we didn't do. The dreams we postponed. The adventures we put off. The waiting for the perfect time. In this episode of Life Is Now… Do It While You Can Show, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, sits down with Confidence Coach and Podcast Host Kim Benoy for an honest, heart-centered conversation about what it really means to live midlife without regrets. Kim shares how she walked away from a long nursing career, reinvented herself in midlife, and chose courage over comfort...even when fear tried to hold her back. Together, Suzanne and Kim explore how wake-up calls, life transitions, and the passage of time push many women to ask deeper questions about who they are and how they truly want to live. As a Midlife Coach, Suzanne reminds us that midlife isn't a time to settle or play small...it's a powerful opportunity to create a life you're proud of. And just as important, she highlights why friendship and connection matter so much in this chapter, especially when you don't want to live your next adventures alone. In this episode for women in midlife, you'll learn: Why the biggest regrets often come from the things we never did How fear keeps midlife women stuck — and how to move through it Why waiting for the "right time" can quietly turn into never How to start living midlife with intention instead of "what ifs" If you've been feeling the pull to live more fully, stop putting yourself last, and create a life with fewer regrets — this episode is your reminder that it's not too late. Midlife isn't the end. It's the beginning of what's next. Because life is now… do it while you can. 💗 Connect with Suzanne: Suzanne's Website: https://suzanneoshima.com Join The Circle of Love Sisterhood: https://suzanneoshima.com/circle-of-love-sisterhood/ It's Never Too Late to Make New Friends eBook: https://suzanneoshima.com/friends-ebook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fb.suzanneoshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_oshima/ Connect with Kim Benoy: Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/midlife-with-courage-flourishing-after-forty-with/id1562921115 Website: https://www.midlifewithcourage.com/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Midlifewithcourage  

Have you ever caught yourself saying "yes" to someone...when every part of you wanted to say "no"? For so many women in midlife, people-pleasing feels like second nature…putting everyone else's needs before your own, keeping the peace at all costs, and feeling guilty for setting boundaries. But what if this pattern is the very thing keeping you stuck in old unhealthy patterns? In this week's episode of Life Is Now… Do It While You Can, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, sits down with Heidi Gustafson, a People-Pleasing Recovery Coach, a Board-Certified Hypnotist, and host of the Mastering Midlife with Heidi podcast to talk about how to finally break free from people-pleasing and start honoring yourself first. Heidi shares her deeply personal turning point in her life, after a painful third marriage ended on New Year's Day 2018.  She faced the hard truth…she was the common denominator in relationships where she felt disrespected and unseen. That painful insight launched her healing journey through Codependents Anonymous and powerful subconscious rewiring through hypnosis. Her biggest A-ha? Your beliefs drive your behaviors. When you change the belief ("I'm only worthy if I keep everyone happy"), you can finally change the habit (overgiving, apologizing, saying yes). This episode is an empowering roadmap for women in midlife who are ready to stop people pleasing, start speaking up, and create healthy, authentic relationships without guilt. In this inspiring conversation for women in midlife, you'll learn: Why people-pleasing isn't "nice", it's a form of self-abandonment. How to rewire the subconscious beliefs that keep you stuck in old patterns. The connection between boundaries, self-respect, and true freedom. How to stop attracting takers and start building balanced, healthy relationships. Simple ways to start putting your needs first, without guilt. If you're ready to stop living for everyone else and start showing up for you, this episode will help you take your power back — one brave "no" at a time. Because midlife isn't the time to keep pleasing others — it's the time to finally please yourself. Connect with Suzanne: Suzanne's Website: https://suzanneoshima.com Join The Circle of Love Sisterhood: https://suzanneoshima.com/circle-of-love-sisterhood/ It's Never Too Late to Make New Friends eBook: https://suzanneoshima.com/friends-ebook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fb.suzanneoshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_oshima/ Connect with Heidi: Heidi's Website: https://www.masteringmidlifewithheidi.com/  

Ever felt like it's too late to change your life? You're not alone. In this inspiring episode of Life is Now…Do It While You Can, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, sits down with Jen Marples, host of The Jen Marples Show and creator of the You're Not Too F**ing Old* movement — a rallying cry reminding women that midlife is just the beginning. Jen shares the moment that changed everything — overhearing a woman who was 60 in a yoga studio say, "I'm just going to give up." Those words sparked her mission to help women see that they are never too old to reinvent themselves or chase their dreams. Together, Suzanne and Jen talk about the mindset shift that can transform everything: decide. Decide to believe in yourself. Decide to take the next step. Decide that your best life starts now. Whether you're redefining your purpose, craving change, or ready to take your dreams off the back burner, this episode will remind you that life coaching for women in midlife isn't about slowing down — it's about rising up. Connect with Suzanne: Suzanne's Website: https://suzanneoshima.com Join The Circle of Love Sisterhood: https://suzanneoshima.com/circle-of-love-sisterhood/ It's Never Too Late to Make New Friends eBook: https://suzanneoshima.com/friends-ebook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fb.suzanneoshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_oshima/ Connect with Jen: Jen's Website: www.jenmarples.com Find Jen on Socials: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jenmarples/ https://www.instagram.com/jenmarples/ https://www.instagram.com/thejenmarplesagency https://www.instagram.com/thejenmarplesshow/ https://www.tiktok.com/@jenmarples    

Have you ever looked back on your life and thought, "I wish I had done that when I had the chance"? For so many women in midlife, the regrets aren't about what we did—they're about what we didn't do. The trip we never took. The dream we pushed aside. The move we were too afraid to make. In this week's episode of Life is Now…Do It While You Can, Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, shares why living with no regrets matters more than ever in this chapter of life. Through her own story of leaving everything behind to follow her dream of moving to New York City—and inspiring her niece to pursue her dream of moving to Australia—Suzanne shows us what it truly means to live fully in midlife. Because here's the truth: waiting for the "perfect time" can easily turn into never. And years from now, the last thing you want is to look back and say, "What if?" In this episode on life coaching for women in midlife, you'll discover: Why the biggest regrets often come from the things we never tried How to push through fear and take the leap anyway Why one decision can create a ripple effect that changes your whole life How to handle naysayers and go after your dream, even when others don't understand If you've been holding back on something you really want—this episode is your wake-up call. Midlife isn't the time to settle. Life is happening right now. Don't wait. Do it while you can. 💗 Connect with Suzanne: Suzanne's Website: https://suzanneoshima.com Join The Circle of Love Sisterhood: https://suzanneoshima.com/circle-of-love-sisterhood/ It's Never Too Late to Make New Friends eBook: https://suzanneoshima.com/friends-ebook/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/fb.suzanneoshima Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzanne_oshima/

Midlife is the perfect time to stop settling and start living your bucket list. In this episode, Life Coach for Women in Midlife, Suzanne Oshima, sits down with Maria Leonard Olsen , Author of 50 After 50, to explore how saying "yes" to new experiences can spark courage to live your best life now!

Are you settling for "just OK"? Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women Over 50, shares how one small change can create a ripple effect that transforms your life for the better.

Don't let distractions derail your dream. Suzanne Oshima, Life Coach for Women Over 50, shares how to let go of what you can't control and stay focused on your dreams and goals in midlife.