What I Wish I Knew at 35: 7 Hard Truths That Changed My Life

There are some lessons you only learn by living them. At 55, Tamsen has spent decades navigating career highs, heartbreak, toxic relationships, friendship shifts, and the unexpected challenges of midlife.

In this episode, she shares the advice she wishes someone had given her at 35: from overcoming negative self-talk and building self-confidence to learning to trust yourself, choose healthier relationships, and stop standing in your own way.

In just 20 minutes, Tamsen shares seven lessons every woman should hear, whether you’re in your 30s, 40s, 50s, or beyond. From relationship red flags and people pleasing to healthy aging, perimenopause, and trusting yourself, this episode is packed with practical advice to help you make better decisions today and avoid learning these lessons the hard way.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

- How to stop negative self-talk and build lasting self-confidence

- The signs you’ve outgrown a friendship

- How to recognize relationship red flags and choose the right partner

- Why trusting yourself is one of the most important skills you’ll ever build

- The hidden cost of apologizing for your feelings

- How to stop taking everything personally

- Why your body in midlife reflects the habits you build in your 30s

- What every woman should know about healthy aging

By the end of this episode, you’ll have a clearer roadmap for navigating your next chapter with more confidence, stronger boundaries, healthier relationships, and the wisdom Tamsen spent decades learning the hard way.