Feeling like you’re already “behind” on fall and it’s not even September? Mid-August has a way of mixing back-to-school chaos with that nagging pressure to overhaul your entire life overnight. But here’s the truth: in midlife, big overhauls lead to burnout.

In this episode of Smash the Crash, host Melissa Hinman shares why the all-or-nothing approach doesn’t work for high-capacity midlife women, and what to do instead. You’ll learn the SMASH framework (in a no-pressure, lite version) and how to build your own Power Plan: a simple, personalized roadmap to refuel your energy, reset your rhythms, and move into fall with clarity and ease.

What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

• Why overhauls drain your energy (and what to do instead)
• The 5-step SMASH framework for building sustainable habits
• How to start your own Power Plan in under 10 minutes
• Three prompts to create momentum without overwhelm

Whether you’re a professional, caregiver, leader, or all three, you’ll leave this episode with a clear, doable way to reset before fall without sacrificing your sanity.

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Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor. The information and recommendations provided during our coaching sessions are intended to support your overall health and wellness and are not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your physician before making any changes to your medication, treatment plan, or if you have any concerns about your health.

Summer is winding down, but you're feeling fried, not refreshed. If you're a midlife woman staring at the chaos of camp bags, back-to-school emails, and zero motivation, this episode is your deep breath.

In this episode:

• Why summer exhaustion hits differently in midlife
• The 3 reset zones: mental, physical, and emotional
• Micro-habits to support your energy (starting with breakfast, boundaries, and brain dumps)
• How to rebuild rhythm without burning it all down

No shame. No extremes. Just space to reset on your terms

one small shift at a time.

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Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor. The information and recommendations provided during our coaching sessions are intended to support your overall health and wellness and are not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your physician before making any changes to your medication, treatment plan, or if you have any concerns about your health.

Feeling constantly pulled in a hundred directions and never alone long enough to even hear your own thoughts? In the final episode of the Summer Energy Zones Series, we’re talking about one of the biggest midlife energy drains: mental noise, overstimulation, and the complete lack of alone time.

If your nervous system is fried, your patience is thin, and even your downtime feels loud, this episode is your reset button.

🔑 What you’ll learn:

• How overstimulation leads to “yellow zone” energy crashes
• The link between lack of quiet and decision fatigue, reactivity, and burnout
• 3 realistic micro-shifts to create mental space (even in a loud season)
• Why protecting your alone time is responsible energy leadership and not selfish

You’ll also hear how to use your Energy Zones Map to get out of the yellow zone faster and fuel your day with more intention.

💛 Ready to stop running on mental fumes?
Listen in, breathe deep, and take the space you’ve been craving.
And if someone in your life needs this message too, share it with them. Let’s normalize rest, reset, and quiet in the chaos.

Listen to Episode 33 on Energy Mapping here

Start Smash Week Today

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Grab your FREE Energy Tune-Up
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Request a Topic or apply to be a Guest on the Podcast
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Connect with me on social
https://www.instagram.com/itsmelissahinman/



Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor. The information and recommendations provided during our coaching sessions are intended to support your overall health and wellness and are not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your physician before making any changes to your medication, treatment plan, or if you have any concerns about your health.