Hey Friend, we're redefining 2025: Embracing Rest and Navigating Midlife Challenges In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Petty chooses 'rest' as her word for 2025 and discusses its revolutionary importance for women.

Joined by Dr. Carol Lynn, the conversation dives deep into mental health topics, including the use of antidepressants, the challenges of midlife, and the importance of community support. Listeners are encouraged to join the Midlife Moxie Facebook group and are introduced to Cozy Earth products for better rest. Heather and Dr. Carol Lynn also share personal anecdotes and practical advice for managing anxiety, depression, and the pressures of daily life during menopause.

Mentioned in this episode:

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Connect with Host Heather Pettey:

Email: Heather@HeatherPettey.com

Website: WWW.HEATHERPETTEY.COM Speaker Request: Click here Instagram @HeatherPettey_ Facebook: @HeatherPettey1

Linkedin: @HeatherPettey

Book: "Keep It Simple, Sarah" (Amazon bestseller) Facebook Group: @midlifemoxie Business Website: www.ourmidlifemoxie.com

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*Quick Disclaimer- Heather Pettey is a certified coach and not a therapist. Always seek the support of a therapist for clinical mental health issues.

00:00 Welcome and New Year Resolutions

01:05 Introducing Dr. Carol Lynn and Antidepressants Discussion

01:57 Community and Support

02:52 Midlife Challenges and Personal Reflections

06:25 Depression, Anxiety, and Antidepressants

07:37 The Impact of Social Media and National Events

09:12 Menopause and Antidepressants

11:27 Family Dynamics and Emotional Struggles

15:42 Promoting Rest and Cozy Earth

19:35 A Small Town Encounter

20:30 Rude Behavior and Its Impact

22:17 Situational Depression vs. Major Depressive Disorder

24:46 Antidepressants: Uses and Misconceptions

30:25 Menopause and Mental Health

33:49 Looking Forward to 2025

36:04 Final Thoughts and Farewell