# Ep 168 The Self-Care Lie You've Been Told (And What Actually Fills Your Cup in Midlife)

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Podcast: [Thriving in Midlife](https://stenobird.com/podcast/thriving-in-midlife-6686774)
Published: 2026-07-02T12:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.kellielupsha.com
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Duration seconds: 1118

## Resource

Welcome to "Thriving in Midlife" - The Women's Guide to Wellness, Longevity & Hormones After 40. This is your trusted space to cut through the noise, ditch the overwhelm, and finally feel extraordinary in your body, mind, and life. Are you ready to stop pushing through life and start living with intention, energy, and ease? Then let's get started. I'm your host, Kellie Lupsha , a high-performance health coach who is delighted to be your guide to vitality. In this heartfelt solo episode, we're talking about one of the most misunderstood words in wellness: self-care. If you've ever believed self-care meant a spa day, massage, manicure, or buying the latest wellness gadget, this episode will completely change your perspective. Inspired by insights from Brené Brown and Mel Robbins, we're exploring what self-care actually looks like, and why it's one of the most important habits for thriving after 40. Together, we'll unpack why true self-care is about honoring yourself, keeping the promises you make to yourself, and creating daily and weekly rhythms that allow your body, brain, and nervous system to recharge. Because the healthiest, happiest version of you isn't built through perfection. It's built through consistent acts of self-respect. Key Highlights: ➡️ What self-care actually is, and why it's so much more than massages, spa days, or manicures. ➡️ Why honoring yourself by doing what you say you'll do is the foundation of true self-care. ➡️ What Brené Brown and Mel Robbins teach us about feeling seen, heard, loved, and safe. ➡️ Why women often spend decades putting everyone else's needs before their own. ➡️ The hidden cost of constantly sacrificing your workouts, appointments, and personal recharge time. ➡️ Why every week should include intentional time to decompress…

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