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Reignite Your Flame

Reignite Your Flame

By Dr. Cindy Cork

What happens when fifty collides with midlife crisis? Join Dr. Cindy as she shares her lifehacks for navigating life after forty through inspiring, humorous stories and inspiring lessons. And you don't have to be "middle-aged" or female to listen!
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2020 - The Year of Vision

Reignite Your FlameDec 31, 2020

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2020 - The Year of Vision

2020 - The Year of Vision

When 2020 began, my colleagues and I were ecstatic!  2020 - The Year of The Optometrist!  20/20 equals perfect vision, so the year 2020 should be a perfect year for us too!  In hindsight we can see that 2020 would be a year of significant loss for many and definitely a year of challenges.  This episode I reflect on 2020 - the year, hindsight, foresight and vision in general.

Dec 31, 202031:05
Have A Holly Jolly Christmas...or not!

Have A Holly Jolly Christmas...or not!

Tomorrow is Christmas Day, December 25th and many will be celebrating with family and friends.  In fact, December is a month where many religions celebrate a holiday and so the month tends to be a festive one.  But what about those for whom things don't feel festive?  Let's give thanks for our blessings and have compassion for those who are struggling.

Dec 24, 202012:12
The Empty Cup

The Empty Cup

This week I want to share some more thoughts on last week's subject, Wisdom versus Intelligence.

Dec 15, 202009:27
Wisdom vs. Intelligence

Wisdom vs. Intelligence

What is the difference between wisdom and intelligence?  IS there a difference?  We have this discussion in this week's episode.

Dec 08, 202017:04
Thoughts on Black Friday

Thoughts on Black Friday

The day after Thanksgiving in the United States is called "Black Friday".  

Where did that term come from?  What does it mean?  What do we do?

All these burning questions are answered in this episode of Reignite Your Flame.  

Dec 01, 202028:29
Is that a Narcissist in Your Life?
Nov 24, 202043:08
The Metaphysical Monarch
Nov 16, 202035:46
Resentment: A Bitter Pill To Swallow

Resentment: A Bitter Pill To Swallow

Harboring resentment is not healthy.  It hurts you more than the other person and can poison future relationships too.

Nov 10, 202013:57
The Queen of Shine

The Queen of Shine

This week I interview The Queen of Shine, Jill Wright.  At twenty years old Jill started her shoeshine business, and in short order had built it into a multi-million dollar enterprise with stands in the busiest airports around the country.  When the pandemic hit and world travel slowed to a trickle, her business suffered a huge blow and she was forced to reassess the direction of both her life and business.   Jill shares her business philosophy and how it guides her in her personal life as well as business.  

Nov 03, 202038:45
Sisterhood

Sisterhood

This week is about the importance of "Sisterhood" - women supporting each other and lifting each other up instead of tearing each other down.

Oct 29, 202020:21
The Imposter

The Imposter

Have you ever suffered from the dreaded Imposter Syndrome?  I've been a victim of it and it's not pretty!  In this episode, we'll talk about how to recognize the early signs and how to prevent it.

Oct 20, 202019:36
The Shame Is Real

The Shame Is Real

This week's subject is about the pandemic of "Mom Shaming" as discussed on Red Table Talk.

Oct 14, 202020:53
Midlife Unraveling

Midlife Unraveling

One of my favorite "shows" is Red Table Talk with Jada Pinkett Smith, her mom and her daughter.  In season 3 episode 13,  their guest was Brene Brown and she had some great lessons to share.  Today I'm reflecting on her answer to one of the questions posed to her.

Oct 06, 202014:04
Divergent

Divergent

The latest online trend is "finding your tribe".  What if you don't fit into any?  What then?  Let's explore this in this week's episode.

Oct 03, 202019:04
The Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins With a Small Step

The Journey of a Thousand Miles Begins With a Small Step

Starting over and redefining yourself is not an easy task when you're in your late 40s and older.  But it's not impossible.  You just need to start!

Sep 22, 202021:53
I don't have kids. Is there something wrong with me?

I don't have kids. Is there something wrong with me?

This week's episode is about society's reaction to a woman when she decides not to have children.  

Sep 15, 202019:24
Independent Inquiry Needed

Independent Inquiry Needed

Some timely advice from one of my childhood idols, Bruce Lee.  

Sep 08, 202016:07
There's more than one way to skin a cat

There's more than one way to skin a cat

Today we discuss the importance of learning from different sources.

Sep 01, 202020:24
Traveling in the time of Covid

Traveling in the time of Covid

In today's episode, I share my travel experience to Cancun during the Covid pandemic.

Aug 30, 202025:47
What is Your Vision For Your Life?

What is Your Vision For Your Life?

Today we will be talking about Vision Boards and the importance of dreams.

Aug 11, 202021:08
The Caterpillar Always Turns Into A Butterfly and the Ugly Duckling Always Turns Into A Swan

The Caterpillar Always Turns Into A Butterfly and the Ugly Duckling Always Turns Into A Swan

In this week's episode I share my revelation regarding beauty.

Aug 05, 202021:25
Honor Yourself By Honoring Your Time

Honor Yourself By Honoring Your Time

Let's talk about not allowing people to take advantage of our time.

Aug 01, 202021:01
What's Up With That Hair?

What's Up With That Hair?

This week. let's talk about women and our hair.

Jul 21, 202023:58
What's good for the gander is most definitely good for the goose!

What's good for the gander is most definitely good for the goose!

In this episode, we will discuss the hypocrisy with regards to what is acceptable for men and women.

Jul 14, 202029:10
Better or bitter?

Better or bitter?

How are you letting your emotions dictate your life? Are you getting better or are you getting bitter?   

Jul 08, 202018:54
1% Doubt and You Are OUT!

1% Doubt and You Are OUT!

What happens when we allow our emotions to have more power over us than our decisions. 

Jun 30, 202019:36
Story Time!

Story Time!

In this week's episode, we will discuss the stories we tell ourselves that prevent us from moving forward.

Jun 24, 202018:36
What's the Rush?

What's the Rush?

In this week's episode we discuss why people seem to rush into a new relationship after leaving an old one.

Jun 16, 202022:17
The Clutter We Hold Onto

The Clutter We Hold Onto

In this week's episode, we examine clutter.  Why we hoard it, why it's not healthy, and how to get rid of it.

Jun 09, 202028:18
Don't Judge A Book Until You've Walked A Mile In Her Shoes

Don't Judge A Book Until You've Walked A Mile In Her Shoes

In today's episode, we will explore judgements we make of people, places and things.

Jun 02, 202023:43
Being A Positive Mentor

Being A Positive Mentor

In today's episode, we will talk about the responsibility we have to be positive mentors to those within our sphere that we have the ability to influence.  

May 27, 202025:49
The Pain of Past Hurts

The Pain of Past Hurts

How holding on to past hurts damages our relationships and cripples our goals and dreams.

May 19, 202023:30
The Emotionally Unavailable Partner

The Emotionally Unavailable Partner

In today's episode, we explore the emotionally unavailable partner - why we are attracted to them, how to navigate a relationship with them, and when to leave them.

May 12, 202024:57
How Long is Too Long?

How Long is Too Long?

How do you know when it's time to exit a relationship that is no longer serving you?  In today's episode, we'll explore why we stay in jobs or relationships for longer than we should.  

May 05, 202014:36
No Thank You, I'd Rather Not!

No Thank You, I'd Rather Not!

Let's talk about why we feel the need to participate in things that don't interest us, just to please our significant other.  Because time is too short to be spent doing things we don't like!

Apr 28, 202030:08
Support or Sacrifice?

Support or Sacrifice?

Ladies, why do we always feel that we need to sacrifice our happiness in order to support our significant other in their endeavors?  Why do we feel guilty to disagree with their choices and quietly follow along instead?  When is it OK to stand up for our needs?  Let's discuss this on today's episode.

Apr 21, 202019:59
Reignite Your Flame Inaugural Episode

Reignite Your Flame Inaugural Episode

Midlife is challenging, no doubt about it!  But there are lessons to be learned and I am here to accompany you as we navigate the trials and tribulations along the way.

Apr 14, 202029:02