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Stop Faking It: Crushing PR, Fighting Medical Gaslighting, and Finding Your Unfiltered Midlife Power with Caren West / Caren West PR
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- The FxCK YOU 50s
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- Nov 19, 2025
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- 3743
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Summary
Join host Andrea Claire and Caren West for an incredibly honest conversation about navigating life in our 50s. Caren shares her journey from career uncertainty to becoming a PR success, stressing the power of organic networking and authentic self-expression. They dive deep into the challenges of medical gaslighting, the reality of caregiver fatigue, and the need for honest conversations about women's health and aging. This episode is a powerful reminder that embracing your chaos and prioritizing wellness is the key to resilience and finding your midlife purpose. Key Takeaways & Chapter Markers: Career Evolution & PR Success: Caren shares her non-linear journey, emphasizing the shift from career uncertainty to becoming a successful figure in PR by leaning into authentic relationships and taking risks. The Importance of Organic Networking: A deep dive into why organic conversations are far more valuable than scripted ones, and how simple acts, like having coffee, form the foundation of effective networking. Authenticity vs. Influencer Culture: Discussing the decline of communication skills in the digital age and critiquing the lack of authenticity and illusion of perfection often seen in influencer culture and social media. The Power of the 50s Demographic: Highlighting the significant influence, spending power, and vital need to listen to women our age in today's society. Healthcare Advocacy and Gaslighting: Caren opens up about her personal health challenges and the crucial need for women to validate their concerns and combat the widespread issue of medical gaslighting in the healthcare system. Midlife Identity, Purpose, and Chaos: Reflecting on the profound questions of identity and purpose that surface in midlife, and the empowerment that comes from embracing life's…