About Figuring it out at 40: Life beyond the timeline
Figuring It Out at 40 is for anyone who’s ever looked around and thought, “Hang on - wasn’t life meant to look different by now?”
I’m Gem - 41, single, no kids, never been married (not even close), and learning to carve out my own path. After leaving a job that was burning me out, I’ve since been creating a different life I never expected. I've started working online, want to move to Ibiza, solo travel and create a future that feels aligned - even if it doesn’t look anywhere near how I thought growing up.
I’ll share the highs, the lows, the self-doubt, the messy bits and the breakthroughs - all the things that don’t usually get celebrated but deserve to be. It’s about laughing at the awkward bits, grieving the hard bits, and reminding yourself you’re not on your own.
So, whether you’re 30s, 40s or beyond, single, divorced, child-free, or simply rethinking the path you’re on - you’ll find honesty, humour, and high vibes here. Think of this as a reminder that your story isn’t on the wrong track - it’s just a different one.
Two years ago I made some of the biggest decisions of my life. I left my job, sold my house, and started building something from scratch - with no guarantee it would work and no perfectly lined up plan. This episode is the honest version of what those two years have actually looked like. The growth, the mess, the moments of "what on earth am I doing" - and why I'm not panicking, even when probably I should be. We're talking about: Why feeling behind doesn't mean you are behindThe slow wake-up...
22 Apr 2026
If you feel behind in life, listen to this
Those quiet moments… walking through the door, Sundays, sitting in your own head. If you’ve ever felt behind in life and like everyone else is moving forward and you’re not — this one’s for you. Single, over 30 or 40, and life hasn’t gone the way you expected? This episode will help you shift from feeling stuck to actually taking action. My ebook Is This It? is available to download here Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscri...
15 Apr 2026
My 5 go-to’s when I feel off
This week I’m sharing my 5 go-to’s when I’m feeling off - the simple things I always come back to that help me reset, clear my head and feel a bit more grounded. If you’ve been a bit in your head lately… this one’s for you. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the podc...
7 Apr 2026
I did everything right… so why didn’t it feel right?
I did everything “right”… but my life still didn’t feel right. In this episode, I talk about that in-between space - where life looks fine on the outside, but something feels off underneath. From the pressure of not being where I thought I’d be at 40, to the moment that shifted everything for me, and how one small decision (a solo trip) became the catalyst for change. If you’ve ever felt like something’s missing but you can’t quite explain it… this is for you. Thank you so much for listening!...
31 Mar 2026
Are you really single… or just distracted?
In this episode, I’m talking about something that’s been on my mind a lot this week - what it actually means to be single. Because I don’t think most people are. Not in a relationship? Yes. But fully single… I’m not so sure. There’s often someone in the background - someone we’re messaging, thinking about, or getting attention from. And without realising it, that can keep us distracted, stuck, and not fully moving forward. I’ve been in both. And they feel completely different. In this episode...
17 Mar 2026
Finding Purpose (with or without children)
Not having children doesn’t mean your life has no purpose… but it can feel like that sometimes. And I also know there are people listening who do have kids and still feel like something’s missing. In this episode, I’m talking about finding purpose. The pressure, the questions, and that feeling of “is this it?” If you’ve ever felt a bit lost or unsure of your direction, this will land. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! &nb...
9 Mar 2026
Changing as you get older
In this episode, I talk about changing as you get older. The challenges, outgrowing things and the incredible growth you experience too. If you're interested in my private 1:1 sessions, check out my Unfolding sessions: https://unfoldingsession.lovable.app/ Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextfor...
3 Mar 2026
It's expensive being single!
In this episode I talk about how expensive it is being the single one! Don't get me wrong, some will argue the peace is priceless, but being single comes at a higher cost. I'd love to know your thoughts on this episode - drop me a DM on Insta @whatsnextforme111 Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whats...
24 Feb 2026
41, dating & some big news!
I'm back!! In this episode I bring you up to speed on where I've been, my plans for this year (including dating!) and I have some big news to share with you! Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the podcast, you’re always welcome to buy me a coffee - Thank ...
11 Dec 2025
Reflections, 40+1 & Trusting My Gut
Closing out my 40th year with some honest reflections on 2025 - not how I imagined it, but full of experiences I’m very grateful for. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the podcast, you’re always welcome to buy me a coffee - Thank you so much We've got th...
26 Nov 2025
Mindset Non-Negotiables for This Time of Year
This week, I’m talking about the little things that keep me steady when everything around me feels loud, busy, or a bit overwhelming. As we head into the festive season where pressure ramps up - plans, expectations, emotions, all of it - I’m leaning into the habits that actually help keep my mindset on track. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also...
20 Nov 2025
When You’ve Outgrown Your Life but Don’t Know What’s Next
This week I’m talking about the stage no one prepares you for - the point where you’ve outgrown your life, your environment, and even old versions of yourself… but you’ve no idea what the next step actually looks like. I’m sharing my reality of wanting change, feeling stuck, outgrowing home, and trying to navigate it all as a single 40-year-old figuring things out on her own. If this episode resonates with you, trust me you're not alone. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this ...
13 Nov 2025
Go Grab Life ⚡️
This week’s episode is a gentle reflection on life, perspective and the things that really matter. After losing a close friend recently, I wanted to share some thoughts, memories and the reminder she gave me about living in a way that actually feels meaningful. It’s not intended to be a sad episode - just an honest conversation about friendship, grief, purpose and the shift that happens when life puts things into perspective. Trigger warning: This episode mentions illness and loss ⚡️🩵⚡️ Thank...
30 Oct 2025
When It’s All on You
An honest chat about the weight we carry when it’s all on us - the real, the funny and the bits we don’t talk about enough. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the podcast, you’re always welcome to buy me a coffee - Thank you so much We've got this. ...
16 Oct 2025
Write Your Own Story: On Owning Your Life & Living Authentically
A reflective one. This one's about writing your own story, finding meaning in the memories, and holding onto what really matters - even when life doesn’t look how you thought it would. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the podcast, you’re always welcome to buy me a ...
8 Oct 2025
The Honest Episode: Confusion, Comparison and the Messy Middle
This week’s episode isn’t polished or planned - it’s honest. I’m talking about the messy middle, where confusion, fear, and exhaustion all meet. If you’ve ever felt lost or unsure of your next move, this one’s for you. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the pod...
30 Sept 2025
Growth, Confidence and Doing Life Solo
This episode is an honest reflection on being single - not as a setback, but as a chance to grow! Proof that life doesn’t stop just because you’re doing it solo 💛 Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the podcast, you’re always welcome to buy me a coffee - Thank you s...
23 Sept 2025
The Quiet Grief of a Life That Looks Different
This episode is all about life off the expected timeline. I open up about what it really feels like to be single at 40, to not have children, and to navigate the quiet grief of a life that doesn’t look the way you once imagined. Thank you so much for listening! ⚡️If this episode landed for you, please hit the subscribe button! ⚡️My ebook - Is This It - Available to download now here ⚡️You can also connect with me on Instagram: @whatsnextforme111 ⚡️And if you’d like to support the...
16 Sept 2025
Welcome to Figuring it out at 40: Life beyond the timeline
Welcome to the very first episode of Figuring It Out at 40: Life Beyond the Timeline. I’m Gem, and in this pilot I’m sharing my story - the raw version. No filters, no polished timeline. Just the reality of being 40, single, never married, child-free, and learning to navigate a life that looks very different from what I once imagined. If you’ve ever felt overlooked, left behind, or simply like your path doesn’t fit society’s checklist, this one’s for you. Thank you so much for listening!&n...
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