Today’s episode feels like catching up with a friend—but one who challenges you to stop playing small.
I’m joined again by Susan Guidi, who first appeared back in Episode 45. A lot has changed since then—and this chapter might be her most powerful yet.
Susan started over as a single mom, built a business from scratch, discovered stand-up comedy, lost 45 pounds at 63, and stepped on a bodybuilding stage at 65. Most recently, she navigated a hip replacement and came out stronger—with a completely new perspective on resilience, recovery, and what it really means to keep showing up for yourself as you age.
This conversation is honest, funny, and deeply real.
We talk about:
- Why it’s never “too late” to reinvent yourself
- The mindset shift that changes everything in midlife
- What recovery, strength, and resilience actually look like after surgery
- The truth about aging, identity, and starting over
- Why lifestyle—nutrition, strength training, sleep—still comes first
- And Susan’s powerful concept: “the dress of possibility”
What if nothing is actually “too late”… and you’ve just been playing it safe? Still waiting for the “right time”? This is your wake-up call.
You can find my friend Susan Guidi on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/kikimousegetsfit/
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