I Have Notes with Coach Stephanie Finigan

Ep. 65: When You're Over 40 and Asking “Is This It?”

March 26, 2026·27 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

Being over 40 has a way of making you pause, look around, and ask some uncomfortable questions. Whether you’ve checked all the boxes you were “supposed” to or feel like you’re behind on the timeline, this episode dives into the very real cycle so many people experience in midlife.In this episode I break down why that stuck, restless feeling shows up, how societal milestones shape our expectations, and the stories that keep us from making changes even when we want to. I walk you through practical ways to identify and question those thoughts, so you can separate what’s actually true from what you’ve just been taught to believe.And then I offer you a different approach: instead of trying to overhaul your entire life overnight, start by getting clear on what you actually want and the feelings you’re chasing - and begin creating more of those now in order to get unstuck and get you to where you really want to be.If you’ve ever thought “How did I get here?” or “Is this all there is?”, this episode will help you interrupt that loop and start moving toward something that actually feels like yours.Get in touch:Email: stephanie@stephaniefinigancoaching.comInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/lifecoachstephfini/Email List Sign Up: https://mailchi.mp/4a50337878b2/newsletter-list:

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