Life can flip on you in a single week: a sick pet, shifting hormones, friendships changing shape. In this ProblemSolvHer Podcast episode, we talk about how to handle life changes without losing yourself in the fear, guilt, or overwhelm. When the job, the relationship, your body, or the people you love don’t feel predictable anymore, it’s easy to feel like you’re failing. Chloe and Dagmar share real-time stories—from a beloved cat’s sudden diabetes diagnosis to perimenopause and a 40+ year friendship drifting away—and break down how to stay grounded, compassionate, and in control of what actually is yours to control. Topics We Cover: • The difference between changes you choose and changes that “fall from the sky” • Dagmar’s story of becoming a 24/7 nurse to her diabetic cat, Maxie • Facing a deep fear of needles when someone you love needs you • How to cope when a long-term friendship stops being reciprocal • Why midlife can feel like “change on top of change on top of change” • Chloe’s honest experience with perimenopause and low energy • Control vs surrender: what’s actually yours to manage • How spiritual tools (like Kabbalah) can help you reframe hard seasons • Setting emotional boundaries around people who can’t show up for you • Giving yourself grace when you can’t be “on” all the time In this episode, you’ll hear: • A real-life story of a pet emergency that turned into a lifestyle change • How Dagmar went from frozen in fear to confidently giving insulin shots • Chloe’s candid take on perimenopause, heavy cycles, and energy crashes • A raw look at the pain of outgrowing a 40+ year friendship • Practical questions to ask yourself when everything feels out of control • Small mindset shifts that help you move with change instead of fighting it Timestamps & Chapters 00:00 Intro and welcome from Chloe and Dagmar 01:08 Today’s topic: how to handle life changes 02:05 Planned vs unplanned life changes (divorce, job loss, moves) 02:55 Maxie’s sudden diabetes diagnosis and emergency vet visit 07:52 Facing fear of needles and learning to give insulin at home 15:22 Who gets the pets after a breakup or divorce? 18:40 Chloe’s perimenopause story: skipped periods, heavy flow, low energy 23:36 Control, surrender, and spiritual lessons from Kabbalah 28:18 Letting go of a 42-year friendship without blaming yourself 34:35 Final reflections: accepting change and giving yourself grace 🔎 Resources It’s never too late to start again. ✨ Create meaning & monetize your purpose . 🌸 Reinvent yourself & own your voice . 🌺 The Reinvention Blueprint “How did I get here — and what’s next?” this ProblemSolvHer mini-guide was made for you. Disclaimer: The content shared in this podcast is for informational and entertainment purposes only. It reflects personal experiences and opinions, and is not intended as medical, mental health, legal, or financial advice. Please consult a licensed professional for advice specific to your circumstances. 💫 Connect with us: 📲 DM us on Instagram: @problemsolvher 👉 Subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@problemsolvher 👉 Visit our website: problemsolvher.com 👉 Email us:
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