“The Women the WSJ Forgot” — Interview with Kuellife.com

Honored to be profiled as Woolfer of the Week (as in, “What Would Virginia Woolf Do?) by The Woolfer https://www.thewoolfer.com/feeds/woolfer-of-the-week-maria-leonard-olsen

I am excited to invite you to enjoy free access to an exciting interview series titled “Hi-Vibe Over 50: Physical and Emotional Health for a Vital, Purpose-filled Life”, hosted by my friend, Dr. Shelly Valdez, Wellness Educator.  This series is for women in their 50s, 60s, 70s and beyond who believe in living a healthy, vibrant life of purpose their WHOLE lives! I’m delighted to have been one of over 20 experts specifically chosen by Dr. Valdez to help you learn the secrets to natural and long-lasting health through emotional wellness, stress relief, nutritional wellness, and physical strength - all specifically designed for women over 50. (It may be different than you think!) In addition, you’ll hear inspiring stories of how these experts have changed their lives as well as the lives of thousands of others just like you. You’ll receive practical tips to incorporate NOW as you pursue YOUR vital, purpose-filled life. It’s not too late and you are not too old! Join me online for this stimulating event that can change your life! Gain your FREE access here: https://hivibeover50.com/mon A recording of Dr. Valdez’s interview with me can be found here: https://hivibeover50.com/maria-olsen/

Maria Olsen: The universe and my Higher Power have allowed me to use my past trauma as a force for good in the world. Keeping trauma secret is like holding a beach ball under water—It takes a tremendous amount of mental energy to hold it down. Fierce sisters come forward and share your painful stories. You may help heal another person. And yourself.

The Fierce List For Letting Your Shield Down

BOOKS

50 After 50: Reframing the Next Chapter of Your Life by Maria Olsen

When Maria turned 50, she had the distinct feeling that she was on the downward slope of her life. Actuarially speaking, she was. So when she turned 50, her gift to herself was to go on a crusade to make the most of whatever time she had left. She set out to do 50 new things that were significant, at least to her. The list spanned physical challenges, adventure travel, and lifestyle changes. Each taught her something about herself and about how she wanted to lead the next years of her life to come.
This work follows the work she did to accomplish those 50 new things and shows readers how to make their own action lists – whether it be joining a knitting club or hiking the Himalayas, every item has significance for each individual and speaks to her needs and desires. The list is the match to spark the fire that will light the years after 50. Readers will hear about Maria’s adventures and the rewards of each. Accomplishing new things, learning new skills, deepening personal and spiritual relationships, and seeking out challenges will add the spice to a life that may feel repetitive, insignificant, inauthentic, or just plain boring.

https://mailchi.mp/catherinegraceo.com/get-inspired-to-live-a-more-fulfilling-life-in-2020

Honored to be a guest on Laura di Franco’s Brave Healing Podcast, to air November 20, 2019, at noon!

https://brave-healing.simplecast.com/episodes/living-your-best-life-after-50-with-maria-leonard-olsen-4O4SnBpw or

https://lauradifranco.com/podcast/

“50 After 50” featured in the “2019 Ultimate Holiday Gift Guide for Seniors and Caregivers”

https://www.seniorly.com/resources/articles/2019-holiday-gift-guide-for-seniors

Contributor to an article from HealingLaw.com on defending one’s self in court.

Honored to be a top-10 finalist at the Author Academy Awards!

Featured in Media News Blast’s Holiday Gift Guide 2019 and Get Well Products collection

https://www.medianewsblast.com/

https://www.pinterest.com/medianews/holiday-gift-guide-2019/

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50 After 50 included in ImproveHerHealth.com’s list of Empowering Books on Women’s Self-Expression:

https://improveherhealth.com/21-empowering-books-on-womens-self-expression/

Top ten finalist for the Author Academy Awards in the self-help category. Please vote (page 14): https://authoracademyawards.com/finalists2019/

Interview on Dee Lawrence’s Vocal Expressions Blog. https://vocalexpressions.blogspot.com/2019/08/interview-with-maria-leonard-olsen.html

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Guest on the Spiritual Aliveness Podcast with Joni!

Maria Olsen: How to live a powerful, meaningful life after trauma, loss, triumph and your 50th birthday. Maria's life lessons from childhood to now are the basis for this powerful conversation.

"Perfectionism can also make one skewed and sick in and of itself because it is an unobtainable goal. We are all perfectly imperfect humans and until we are ready to embrace that reality, we will make ourselves sick on the hamster wheel of life and the attempted obtainment of impossible goals."

“50 After 50” recommended by Improve Her Health as a book to help gain trust in one’s self. https://improveherhealth.com/6-books-that-will-help-you-to-gain-trust-in-yourself/

“Feeling purposeless? You’re not alone. These books have helped thousands of women before you.” https://improveherhealth.com/23-best-books-that-guide-women-to-find-purpose/