Midlife Repurposed with Michelle Rayburn is for anyone walking through the complexities of midlife—navigating changes, asking big questions, and just wanting someone who understands. It’s a space where the conversations are real, grace-filled, and compassionate with fewer expectations and more empathy. While the heart of Midlife Repurposed grows out of faith, it isn’t religious programming. It’s a welcoming place where hope is grounded in a gentle, faith-based perspective, never in preaching or…
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In this episode of Midlife Repurposed, Michelle Rayburn invites listeners into her century-old home—and into the vulnerable places of her midlife journey. Drawing parallels between opening her doors to strangers and sharing her inner self through writing, she reflects on the messiness, memories, and ongoing renovations of both her house and her life. Michelle explores themes of faith, change, and…
In this episode, Michelle unpacks the Dutch concept of gezellig, a word that embodies warmth, connection, and belonging—and reflects on how it speaks directly to her midlife longings. Drawing from her Dutch heritage, she revisits the faith-filled, family-centered rhythms that shaped her childhood and discovers how those same practices offer grounding and joy in this season of life. Rather than…
Every January, the church flyers reappear. “Faith-based wellness.” “Biblical fitness.” And every time, I feel the echo of an old wound I’m still healing from. My faith and my attempts to change my body size have a long history. I’ve been untangling diet culture from that faith space in midlife. This episode is a voiceover of the Substack blog post of the same title. If you prefer to get content in…
A little update for you on the direction I’m going with the Midlife Repurposed podcast in the future. Plus, I’m celebrating that the podcast is eight years old! I launched in October of 2018 as the Life, Repurpose d podcast and then morphed into Midlife Repurposed . My big wish for the future would be to have a podcast co-hosted by others who can talk about midlife and all that it entails, honest…
What happens when only some voices are heard—and the rest stay silent? In this episode of Midlife Repurposed , Michelle Rayburn uses the metaphor of a choir to explore what a “more perfect Union” really looks like. She reflects on how every voice matters—in our homes, workplaces, communities, and in our democracy—and why silencing others diminishes us all. Michelle speaks to midlife listeners…
In this episode, we dive into the tapestry of transformational history over the last fifty years and explore how these pivotal moments intertwine with human rights, the gospel, and our roles as advocates in midlife. Michelle Rayburn shares her heart in a vulnerable plea for seeing and listening and then speaking up. If you're searching for inspiration and practical wisdom to navigate the…
In this episode, we dive into the nuances of long-lasting relationships and finding purpose in midlife. In this special episode, Michelle Rayburn takes us on a reflective journey back in time to when she and her husband had been married for 28 years. Now, after 35 years of marriage, she revisits her past thoughts, sharing insights on what has changed and what remains true in her perspective on…
If you caught my recent article about intuitive productivity, then I hope you enjoy this follow-up podcast with 12 practical tips for practicing it daily. Key Points in the Episode 12 Practical Tips for Intuitive Productivity * Start each day by checking in with yourself. Before you dive into your to-do list, take a moment to pause and reflect. Ask yourself, 'What feels most exciting or meaningful…
Have you ever felt that the busyness of life has dulled your sense of curiosity and awe? It’s so easy to get lost in the hustle and bustle of daily responsibilities. Balancing work, family, and everything in between can leave us feeling drained and disconnected from the beauty around us. But here's something I've discovered: intentionally seeking moments of wonder can bring a breath of fresh air…
Are you ready to let go of the mental clutter that is affecting your spiritual well-being? The influences come from outside of us—social media, arguments, political angst, and busyness—but how we allow it to influence our spiritual health is up to us. Perhaps it’s time for spiritual minimalism. In today’s podcast episode, Michelle discussed the transformative power of letting go of mind clutter…
