Episode #348

Hey there! I'm glad you're here.

I recorded this short and sweet episode to let you know if you're in the middle of a transition in your life, or multiple transitions, I'm here. Sometimes, that is the best thing I can offer - to let you know you're not alone during this time.

In this episode, I share two transitions I'm recognizing with a move and my son living at home. I also talk about why it's helpful to recognize when you're in the "middle" of a transition, and some simple things I do for myself.

I share a story about my mom and how I learned from a young age that life happens - just keep pushing through. I don't want to do this anymore, I want to get on my back and float a bit.

I'm sending you love wherever you are and with whatever transtion you are in.

Please reach out to me if you would like to say hello and share.

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xo

Lori

Episode #347

Hey there! I hope you're having a nice day.

If you are curious about living alcohol-free, and ready to make it a lifestyle, or if you've decided to live alcohol-free and you're months or more in and you're not sure if it's the lifestyle for you, this episode is for you.

In this episode, I give you my perspective of an alcohol-free lifestyle and what my decision to go alcohol-free gave me in the first two years of living alcohol-free.

It's an honest look into my experience after 30 years of being a drinker, a party girl, and a woman smack dab in the middle of life (well, a little beyond).

I also offer a reflection for those who are in it and aren't sure if the lifestyle is for them.

I'm with you. Thank you for being here with me.

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Working with me is a creative collaboration that gets you clear on where you want to be and how to get there from the very first call.

To learn more about working together, email me at [email protected] .

I'm easy to talk to and here to help. This is a no pressure email exchange.

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If the podcast has supported you and you'd like to support the show, you can buy me a coffee here:

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Every cup helps keep me and To 50 and Beyond going.

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This is an episode you can have playing in the background as I give you a little bio and reintroduction to the podcast. ☺️

I'm reintroducing myself and the podcast after being in a bit of a transition.

I share my story from losing both parents, to meeting my husband Bill in a bar back in '97, to navigating life with our 24-year-old son and our rescue corgi, Franklin Blue.

I open up about my journey to sobriety, which started at 43 when I realized alcohol wasn't serving me anymore.

After 30 years of drinking and almost two years of trying to moderate, I quit on August 11th, 2013. Now, 12 years later, I'm all in on living alcohol-free and helping other midlife women do the same.

What to expect moving forward - this podcast is a love letter to women in midlife.

I will have episodes that cover aging, welllness, and designing an alcohol-free lifestyle alcohol can't touch.

Us midlife women, ROCK!

Thank you for listening. I'm with you.

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In this episode, I take you back to 1982 when I was 14 years old and the night I became a "party girl."

I share the story of my first real experience with alcohol at a date party, from getting ready in my bathroom with my sweet mom Carol Jean, to wearing that pink striped dress that hid my nervous hives, to discovering how alcohol made me feel lighter, looser, and more confident.

This was the night that changed everything.

It's when I told myself, "I'm cool as long as I have alcohol," and started chasing that feeling for the next 30 years.

I reflect on why remembering this moment is so important to staying sober today, and what that 14-year-old version of me would think about the life I'm living now at 58.

Thank you for being here. I'm with you.

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Hello!

I recorded an episode to let you know what I'm doing to take care of myself and my anxiety right now. These are some of my favorites that I focus on throughout the week, not daily as a "work from home" gal.

I wanted to check in with you to let you know I'm still here and offer ideas to find relief without drinking alcohol.

Here are the daily prompts that I walk you through to practice:

Ask yourself:

• What do I need less of right now?

• What do I need more of right now?

• What can I do for myself right now?

• What can I let go of for today?

You don't need to answer all of them. One is enough.

I'm sending you a big hug.

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Your support means the world to me.

Thank you for being here.

Peace.

Happy 2026!

Thank you for listening to the podcast. I appreciate you!

In this episode, I offer you a different take on "New Year, New You" energy.

I hope that you take time to reflect on how far you've come in life and go "all in" on what you want and don't want in 2026.

I'll be back to the podcast, but right now I'm doing a lot of reflecting and soul-searching.

To stay in touch, you can join The Moment, my twice-a-month newsletter.

For personalized support through private sessions, feel free to email me.

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Hello! I'm so happy to be here with you.

I'm popping in to check in with you this holiday season. As 2025 comes to a close, I want to offer words of encouragement to help you navigate the holiday alcohol-free.

Whether this is your first year, your second, or many years in. I talk about growth, discomfort, awkward moments, grief, and why outgrowing alcohol is a sign that you're evolving, which is a good thing!

I also share where I am right now, slowing down, focusing on one thing at a time, and letting intuition and flow guide me.

And a personal story from my first sober Christmas and what changed in the years that followed, along with a reminder that you're not alone in this season.

There are so many women walking through this right alongside you, including me.

I'm with you. Thank you for being here with me.

✌🏻

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Episode 343

Hello, friend! Happy holidays and happy season of midlife and beyond!

This episode was inspired by a walk I took this morning and the possibilities that open up when you walk with the topic of wonder.

I invite you to walk with wonder during the holiday season and the season of midlife, using curiosity instead of pressure to explore what's possible for you.

Wonder expands your perspective and opens doors you may not have touched or considered in a long time (or ever!)

I share simple prompts you can take with you anywhere, but I suggest taking a walk with this one!

I'm with you.

I appreciate you so much for listening.

XO

• Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown • My 2025 Holiday Gift Guide for Midlife Women Living Alcohol-Free: https://www.lorimassicot.com/2025giftguide

Stay in touch and work with me in December:

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https://www.lorimassicot.com/coaching-servicesHey there!

I'm sharing my interview with my friend Noelle Van on her podcast, The Change Effect, because it's all of our favorite topics that we discuss on To 50 and Beyond!

In this episode, we talk about:

• The myth of "rock bottom" and why real change begins with your decision, not a catastrophic event.

• How negotiating and bargaining with alcohol keeps us stuck

• Navigating the unique challenges of quitting alcohol in midlife

• The ways alcohol-free living can bring clarity, emotional freedom, and renewed energy during the perimenopause and menopause transition.

• The importance of accountability, support, and community when breaking free from drinking

• Rediscovering your true self, embracing self-care, and finding peace with "being enough" at every age.

• The ongoing journey of recovery, self-compassion, and redefining success beyond productivity and external achievements.

• Why change is the catalyst for creating the life you deeply desire.

If you're contemplating your relationship with alcohol, struggling with change in midlife, or simply ready to put yourself at the center of your own story, this honest and inspiring episode is for you.

You can find Noelle here.

Thank you for listening!

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Episode #341

Hello there! I'm glad you're here.

Today, I want to have a conversation about the word "still" — how it can either make us feel stuck, like we're not doing enough, or trapped in frustration and confusion. But it can also be a word we use to empower ourselves.

This year especially, I've had heartfelt conversations with women who feel like they're in a transition, still figuring things out. Whether it's about their relationship with alcohol or their life in general. There's a lot of outgrowing happening, a lot of evolving, and I want to talk about what it really means to be "still" in the middle of all that.

If you're feeling stuck, unsure, or frustrated, know you are not alone. Build yourself up today and reframe how you're using still.

You'll hear:

• How "still" can feel limiting or powerful depending on how you use it.
• My honest experience with quitting alcohol and the unexpected challenges.
• Common struggles women face midlife when changing their relationship with alcohol.

I'm with you 100%.

Take care of yourself this week. Peace. ✌🏻Before you go...

Could You Do Me a Favor? A Quick Apple Podcast Review

Hearing from you is SO helpful as I sit down behind the mic each week.

If this or any other episode helped you, please consider taking a few minutes to help me reach more women in midlife who need to know that living alcohol-free is possible.

Here's how to leave a rating and review on Apple Podcasts:

1. Open the Apple Podcasts app on your phone.

2. Search for "To 50 and Beyond" and open the show page.

3. Scroll down to the Ratings & Reviews section.

4. Tap "Write a Review," choose your star rating, and share whatever feels right.

5. Tap "Send" to submit your review.

I read all of my reviews and will send you a virtual hug after reading yours.

Thank you for your support!

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Episode #340

Have you ever found yourself saying you want to try something new or stop doing something? If you said, Yes! This episode is for you!

"Broken-record-idis" is a thing, and I share my recent experience declaring an "opposite day"—a simple practice of intentionally doing something opposite of your usual routine, especially in midlife.

Whether it's skipping the grocery store to avoid wine, taking a different walk route, or wearing something unexpected, small shifts can spark joy and motivation.

Planning a day to do the "opposite" is about breaking monotony, releasing natural dopamine, and inviting a fresh perspective without pressure or big commitments.

If you try it and want to share with me, I would love to hear from you!

If you are interested in private coaching or have questions about Team Alcohol-Free, you can send me an email here.

Thank you for listening! See you soon:)

Mentioned in this episode:

Frieda McFadden books - I talk about The Perfect Son

The movie I saw over the weekend.

I forgot to mention that I enjoyed both the book and the movie!

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We are a community of midlife and beyond women working together to create and live an alcohol-free style that feels good to us.

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