Christine Carter, PhD, reads her articles
Christine Carter, PhD, reads her articles on flourishing during midlife. Each episode presents evidence-based essays that explore how to thrive in this stage of life. The podcast offers practical insights and research-backed strategies for well-being, drawing from Carter's expertise. It is a resource for those seeking to navigate middle age with greater clarity and purpose.
Episodes
Congratulations, You Survived! (Sorry You Feel Like Crap.)
🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts or Spotify“An annosa oak is not felled by a single stroke.” —Old Latin proverbAfter I had a partial mastectomy, 28 days of radiation, and a radical hysterectomy in six successive months, my dad hosted a little dinner party to celebrate the end of my treatment. “She’s cancer-free!” my husband happily announced. I was diagnosed with breast cancer on the heels of my mother’
Smaller Than a Goal, Better Than Nothing
🎧 Listen on Apple Podcasts or SpotifyI love the idea of being a runner.In 75 minutes a week, I can reap the benefits of listening to uplifting music, getting out in nature, and getting morning outdoor light, all while exercising my dogs and getting enough cardio to measurably improve my health, happiness, and longevity.At times in my life, I have been a runner. I ran a marathon in my 20s and a cou
How to Disappoint People
I have spent my life making a concerted effort not to disappoint others, starting with my well-meaning worrywart mama. She passed away in 2023; that same year, I went through medical menopause thanks to breast cancer. Estrogen deprivation and grief handed me a valuable membership to the “we do not care” club; I finally felt like I had permission to prioritize self-care.At first, I chalked it up to
Audio: What if the Most Powerful Drug We Have Isn't a Drug?
Billy is one of my favorite people on the planet. My husband’s oldest and dearest friend; he and his daughters are family.Seven years ago, Billy had a heart attack. He was running his own business and had full custody of his two teenage girls; he was carrying an enormous amount of stress with nobody to tap out to.When my husband and I arrived at the hospital, Billy was awake and talking and was go
Audio: September is the New January
5 power moves for forming a habit that sticks, none of which involve trying harder. The problem is never your discipline. I swear. The text version has a zillion links to all the research. Links to the further practices referenced are here:* If guilt is keeping you from giving yourself permission to take care of yourself, this practice can help.* If you’re worried about failing others, know that w
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