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Your Next Chapter
Hosted by Your Next Chapter with Sharri Harmel · EN
Your Next Chapter is your weekly dose of inspiration and practical wisdom for creating a life that feels exciting and authentic—especially in midlife and beyond. Host Sharri Harmel, coach, writer, and believer in reinvention, shares candid conversations and actionable strategies to help you embrace change with confidence. Whether you’re exploring a new career, reigniting a passion, or simply living more boldly, you’ll feel supported and inspired. Your past has shaped you, but it doesn’t define you—this is your time to write your next chapter.
Get the details for my new book: Design Your Fabulous Next Chapter at www.sharriharmel.com
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I Thought This Was Just an Errand… Until It Changed How I See My Life
4d ago00:13:02Tap to summarizeAfter stepping into a local library for a simple errand, I walked out with a profound, unexpected realization about life and personal growth.This episode explores why pushing harder rarely brings clarity when you are too close to your own daily noise to see things objectively.Discover how changing your environment and stepping out of your routine is the exact catalyst you need to unlock your next big breakthrough.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →I Didn’t Expect Divorce to Feel Like This
2w ago00:10:57Tap to summarizeDivorce recovery is often much harder and more isolating than women anticipate. After a 23-year marriage and a brutal legal battle, I discovered that freedom felt more like fear and disconnect than pure excitement. In this episode, I break down the crucial mistakes I made starting over, how loneliness affects our choices, and the life-changing lesson from Paris that unlocked my healing.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →I Didn’t Belong Anywhere… Until I Finally Stopped Trying
3w ago00:06:49Tap to summarizeI used to believe my problem was not belonging anywhere, but I discovered the real change happened when I stopped trying to fix it. This personal journey is for you if you've ever felt the pressure to measure up or find your place. Join me as I discuss how letting go of the need to belong creates space for a fabulous next chapter.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →Over 60 but Don't Want to Move Near the Kids?
4w ago00:05:50Tap to summarizeSharri shares her struggle with living away from where her family needs her most and the difficulty of admitting that feeling. She feels torn between the beloved life and home she has created and the strong draw to relocate closer to her family. In this episode, she discusses her personal decision to prioritize herself in her "second act" while remaining deeply involved with her family, hoping to inspire listeners to find fulfillment for both themselves and their loved ones.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →I Was Packing for the Wrong Woman (After 50)
May 400:19:21Tap to summarizeI'm revisiting my lifetime of packing tricks and realizing I was packing for the wrong woman after turning 50. This video shares my new minimalist packing strategies, specifically for women over 50 who want to travel light without compromising style. More broadly, this shift reflects the necessary trial and error of life past 50: figuring out what to retain and what to release.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →I Designed the “Perfect” Life… Then Everything Felt Off
Apr 2700:10:36Tap to summarizeMidlife is a complex transition for women over 50, often requiring them to design their next chapter. I share my personal journey and the realization that the perfect life is achieved through experimenting, not overthinking. Discover the biggest mistake I made and how living experiences is the real path to clarity.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →I Almost Didn’t Go to This NYC Retreat… I’m So Glad I Did
Apr 2000:30:55Tap to summarizeI almost skipped my NYC retreat, but a voice told me I needed to get out of my comfort zone, just like I wrote about in Design Your Fabulous Next Chapter. I share my journey on the Amtrak, the highlights from the Women's Wax Seal Retreat, and my reflections on the entire experience. It was a powerful lesson in pushing past reluctance, and I'm so grateful I went.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →Why Your Hair Stops Working After 50 (And What Actually Helps)
Apr 1300:29:20Tap to summarizeThe reality is that hair, whether curly, straight, or dyed, undergoes a change after 50, which often leads to increased hair issues. This episode explores the reasons behind these natural changes and emphasizes that small adjustments can make a big difference. I also share the simple care routines that form the foundation of healthy hair and reveal my secret tools for after-50 hair.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →You Don’t Need a New Life After 50 — Do This Instead
Apr 600:15:38Tap to summarizeAre you tired of feeling overwhelmed by midlife reinvention? This episode offers a simpler path: learning how to edit things off your overflowing plate. By focusing on four key areas—Time, Energy, Environment, and Identity—you can achieve a more peaceful and fulfilling life.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
Transcribe →The Quiet Shift That Happens to Women After 50
Mar 3000:07:21Tap to summarizeMidlife transitions after 50 hit differently; reinvention is less appealing, and you're tired of trying harder with old tips. Discover the quiet shift of redefining yourself by becoming more selective and intentional about how you live your life. This episode shares a personal story of navigating midlife transition and how embracing who you are leads to a fulfilling next chapter.//Join us on Substack!Join Substack to continue the conversation: https://sharriharmel.substack.com/Website: https://sharriharmel.com/LinkTree: https://linktr.ee/sharriyournextchapter
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