Unmute Yourself - Chapter 11
💫✨Unmute Yourself is a podcast about breaking through fear, finding our voice, and sharing our magic with the world. It’s for those who have spent too long holding back—whether from self-doubt, past conditioning, or the fear of being truly seen.
💫✨Through candid conversations with inspiring creators, we explore the courage it takes to express oneself fully, to be authentic, and the power of showing up—even when it’s scary.
✨💫 It’s not just about speaking—it’s about stepping into your truth, embracing your unique brilliance, and finally sharing your magic.🪄
This week’s conversation is pithy, punchy, and impactful.
We’re joined by the fabulously sassy Sonya Rose, a powerhouse coach who helps midlife women stop settling, rediscover their spark, and create a life they truly love. We talk about how fear can show up in midlife, why it keeps us stuck, and how we can move past it to create the life we desire.
Have you ever felt like time is running out? Worried about making the wrong decision? Struggled with the fear of judgment? Then this conversation will resonate deeply.
It is perfectly timed for the Spring Equinox, which is a truly wonderful time to set our intentions and dream BIG!
Where to Connect with Sonya:
Find her on 📲 Instagram: @SonyaRoseCoaching, LinkedIn and Facebook.
💬 DM her for support and coaching inquiries!
What You’ll Learn in This Episode:
⏳[02:30] Introducing Sonya Rose: Who she works with and why she’s so passionate about helping women reclaim their spark after 50.
🫥[03:45] What is Fear, Really? Sonya explains why fear is hardwired into us, how it shows up in midlife, and why it often means something matters.
⏳[06:50] Midlife-Specific Fears: Fear of running out of time, fear of regret, fear of judgment, and the fear of not knowing what you want.
🔥[10:20] Identity Shifts & Reconnecting with Self: The loss of old roles and learning to rediscover what lights you up.
🔦[12:05] Fear of Shining Too Bright: Why women often dim their light—and why that needs to change.
🦋[13:25] Midlife as Metamorphosis: How the chrysalis phase invites deep transformation.
💡[15:00] A Personal Story from Sonya: How fear kept her stuck in a job that made her ill—and how she turned her life around by facing it head-on.
🫁[19:10] The Body Knows First: The power of noticing bodily signals—and how Suzy learned the nervous system is often ahead of the mind.
🕊[20:30] Knowing Your Values: Why values are key to clarity—and how they evolve through the decades.
[22:10] Four Ways to Start Moving Through Fear Today:
1. Stop waiting to feel ready – action builds confidence.
2. Reframe fear – fear means you’re about to grow.
3. Shrink the task – take one small step today.
4. Ask “what if it works?” – stretch your mindset toward possibility.
🔄[26:00] Fear Creates the “Stuck Cycle”: Why waiting for fear to go away only makes your world smaller—and how regret, not failure, is the real risk.
🌠[28:00] The Biggest Lie Fear Tells Us: That staying still is safe—it’s just familiar. The life you want is on the other side of fear.
💪🏽[29:30] Build the Courage Muscle: Sonya shares a playful practice for gradually expanding your comfort zone.
🙌🏻[31:10] Support Other Women’s Light: A final reflection from Suzy about cheering on women who are letting themselves be seen—and what that nudge of jealousy might actually be inviting you into.
Quotes to Remember:
⭐ “Fear means I’m about to grow.”
⭐ “The biggest lie fear tells you is that staying in the same place is safe. But is it really? Or is it just familiar?”
⭐ “You don’t have to wait to feel ready—confidence comes from action.”
⭐ ““People will judge you either way—so you may as well do what makes you happy.”
“The real risk isn’t failure. It’s regret.”
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It’s your time. Take the first step today.
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