Almost Forty

What Skye Wheatleys Instagram Stories made me think about for days- in regards to parenting and partnership. This is an episode for women navigating their 30s and 40s, who are curious about relationships, identity and the impact and dynamics of parenting.  Unlock Exclusive Episodes here: https://apple.co/iamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

"I realised I was feeling numb toward weekends - and something had to change" enter Project Make Weekends Good Again. This has been a work in progress and today's podcast ep is all about the feeling of same/sameness from weekend to weekday and how I've managed to make progress toward creating more contrast. It's an episode for every Mum out there who needs the reminder that she can. be present, lower the bar AND enjoy weekends again.  Listen to the most recent subs ep via Almost Confidential https://apple.co/iamSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie responds to a message from a listener who asked a simple but deeply personal question: “Was getting diagnosed actually worth it?”After receiving her own adhd diagnosis several years ago - and navigating diagnoses for her children - Kylie reflects on what truly changed… and what didn’t.She shares the practical realities of the diagnostic process, the financial and emotional considerations, and the unexpected ways understanding ADHD and Autism has helped her make sense of past experiences, relationships, parenting, masking, and identity.   This episode explores: What a diagnosis can give you (and what it can’t) The psychological clarity that can come with understanding yourself differently How diagnosis changed Kylie’s parenting Why language like masking, burnout and decompression matters The complexities of navigating a world that isn’t built for neurodivergent people Kylie also reflects on rejection sensitivity, friendship dynamics, and the experience many neurodivergent women describe of feeling like they were always trying to figure out “how to be a person.”If you’re considering exploring a diagnosis for yourself, or supporting a child through that process, this episode offers a thoughtful and honest reflection on what that journey can look like.You can also listen to Kylie’s earlier conversation about neurodivergence with Dr Erin Bowe here: https://podcasts.apple.com/es/podcast/almost-forty/id1453463089?l=ca Dr Erin Bowe specialises in supporting women navigating the neurodivergent diagnostic process and offers a compassionate, affirming approach to understanding ADHD and autism in adulthood. :  Access subscriber content here.    https://apple.co/iam  Follow Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kylielately?igsh=MW0xZGxmZXdqYmw2bQ%3D%3D&utm_source=qrSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of Almost Forty, Kylie shares the simple health habits she relies on in her late 30s to support energy, wellbeing and everyday life. Instead of complicated routines or extreme wellness trends, this episode focuses on realistic habits that are easy to repeat and work alongside a busy life.Kylie talks about the small things that make the biggest difference. This is about creating a sustainable relationship with health in midlife, where consistency matters more than perfection. If you’re looking for simple ways to support your health, energy and wellbeing without overcomplicating things, this episode is for you.In this episode:Simple health habits for women in their late 30s and beyond. Focusing on health habits that work with your life, not against it- Follow Almost Forty for more conversations about midlife, wellbeing, personal growth and modern motherhood.  Access the subscrier only episodes here:    ALMOST CONFIDENTIAL  Instagram : follow kylie here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Unfortunately - it is really common for women to feel like they no longer matter in their own lives. It happens gradually and simply, because they run out of time and energy to even "care" what they like or want for themselves.  When everyday is focused on meeting the needs of everyone around you - it makes sense that you just kind of "turn your own needs and wants down". At some point though, we have to tune back into ourselves. This episode is about why women deprioritise their own preferences, the discomfort of not knowing what you enjoy anymore and realistic ways to begin reconnecting with yourself in small, effective ways.This isn’t about adding more to your plate.It’s about restoring the signal of who you are.If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself, this is your starting point. To access private and personal episodes : Check out Almost ConfidentialSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is for anyone who has ever craved change but lacks the bandwidth for transformation. It's for the woman who feels stuck in the "same same" cycle of each day...  or even each year.  Kylie  answers a DM from a Mum who feels completely "over it" and desperately craves a Mindset Reset and feels defeated that the new year has not brought the transformation she hoped.   Listen to Almost Confidential here        See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is a live reaction to the very first podcast episode I shared - Six years on from the very  to the day - Listen in to hear what has changed, what's remained and the ick of listening back to yourself 🫠 Follow here on IG  Access Subscriber Only Episodes HereSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This episode is all about emotional intelligence and personal growth via three psychological principles I’ve intentionally woven into the way I raise my boys . This isn’t just a parenting episode. These are personal development concepts that apply to friendships, co-parenting, workplaces, romantic relationships and everyday life. We explore: The difference between intention and impact Why repair matters more than defensiveness How to teach kids to look at patterns instead of reacting in black and white The truth about “attention-seeking” behavior How unmet needs show up sideways Why negative attention still meets a need How children can trigger unresolved parts of us The difference between reactions and responsibility Parenting is one of the most uncomfortable vehicles for personal growth. But when we’re willing to look at what’s being mirrored back to us, it can also be transformative. If this episode resonated, press follow on Apple or Spotify so you don’t miss what’s coming next. And if you’ve been here since the toddler life days, slide into my DMs - I’d love to hear from you. Listen to Almost Confidential Here : UNLOCK ACCESS Follow me on Instagram: Follow Kylie on IG here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, I’m joined by relationship expert Thais Gibson to break down the six stages every relationship goes through and the critical stage where most couples either grow closer or quietly fall apart. We explore why relationship frustration isn’t a sign you chose the wrong person, but often a sign you’ve entered the power struggle stage. The make-or-break phase can feel like a crisis, but is actually an opportunity for deep connection and long-term stability.This conversation is for you if you’ve ever wondered: why the same relationship patterns keep repeating why qualities you once loved now feel triggering whether conflict means something is wrong  or whether it’s part of healthy growth In this episode, we cover: The 6 stages every relationship moves through (and where most get stuck) Why the power struggle stage feels so intense and why it’s unavoidable How attachment styles shape who we’re drawn to and why Why your subconscious, not your conscious mind, drives most relationship choices The difference between toxic cycles and productive conflict How couples move from conditional love to something deeper and more secure Thais also shares practical frameworks for navigating conflict, communicating needs without defensiveness, and understanding when a relationship is actually progressing - even when it feels uncomfortable.If you’re dating, partnered, married, separated, or simply trying to understand your relationship patterns, this episode will give you language, clarity, and a new lens to view what’s really happening. Thais Gibson is a best-selling author, relationship expert, and founder of The Personal Development School. She is the creator of Integrated Attachment Theory and has helped tens of thousands of people worldwide transform their relationships. Visit The Personal Development School here Follow Thais Follow Thais on Instagram here Follow Kylie Here See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.