The Second Act Playbook
“Life doesn’t come with a playbook… so we wrote one for the second half.”
The Second Act Playbook™ is about showing up fully in the next chapter of life, whether you’re starting over, shifting gears, or just ready to feel like yourself again.
Each week, we dive into reinvention, confidence, relationships, money, health, right-sizing life, and yes, even sensuality. Our episodes mix candid conversations, real stories, and practical tools you can actually use to create momentum.
What you’ll hear:
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Honest interviews with people navigating their Second Act
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Behind the Curtain chats where we share the highs and lows of partnership, family, and change
We believe your Second Act is not about doing everything differently. It is about finally doing what matters most.
New episodes weekly, plus occasional bonus minis when the moment calls for it.
This isn’t therapy or advice from a pedestal. It’s grounded conversation for anyone ready to write their next chapter in life with clarity and courage.
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Episodes
4 days ago
4 days ago
In this episode of the Second Act Playbook, Gen X Chelle discusses the myth of 'having it all' and how societal pressures have shaped our understanding of success. She explores the detrimental effects of a relentless work ethic, the culture of failure, and the importance of redefining what it means to be successful. Chelle emphasizes the value of empathy, community support, and the freedom that comes from letting go of unrealistic expectations.
Chelle unpacks why the grind mentality and obsession with work ethic leave so many people feeling like failures. She challenges the myth that working harder and chasing “the best” is the only path to success and explains why choosing “good enough” often leads to more freedom and a better life.
Keywords
having it all, work ethic, failure, Gen X, self-acceptance, empowerment, life lessons, personal growth, mental health, community support
Takeaways
Stop chasing the dream of having it all.
The phrase 'having it all' is misleading and burdensome.
Hard work does not guarantee success or happiness.
Failure is a common experience that many live with.
Striving to be 'not least best' can be liberating.
Empathy and helping others can create a supportive community.
Hitting rock bottom can lead to personal growth.
Redefining success is essential for mental well-being.
Having enough and finding peace is more important than perfection.
Freedom comes from choosing what truly matters.
Chapters
00:00 Defining 'Having It All'00:48 Challenging the Work-Life Balance01:29 The Burden of Expectations06:53 Breaking the Cycle of Failure11:32 Finding Freedom in Not Being the Best16:18 Redefining Success and Humanity17:58 The Trap of Perfectionism
5 days ago
5 days ago
In this first episode I’m pulling back the curtain on why I started The Second Act Playbook and what it really means to be in your Second Act. I talk about hitting that point where life doesn’t look the way you thought it would, why the usual “just be positive” advice doesn’t cut it, and what you can do differently here. You’ll hear the raw backstory behind this show, how my own messy middle pushed me to reinvent, and what kinds of unfiltered conversations are coming next.