People are quick to share good stories about their life experiences. But, life isn’t always roses for everyone. Melanie has had her fair share of setbacks throughout her life, but she continued to push through and come out stronger after every one. Listen as Jo and Melanie discuss:

• Growing up in a large family with 8 brothers and sisters.

• Being diagnosed with thyroid cancer at the age of 17.

• Being hit with setback after setback while in the midst of the pandemic, and taking much of it in her stride.

• Choosing to find more joy in life after connecting with a passage in a book.

Overcoming all the trauma life has thrown at Melanie has taught her how to prioritise and love herself. She would advise all midlife women to fall in love with yourself because you are perfect just the way you are.

To connect with Melanie, find her on Instagram at @melaniecrossnz.

Here’s to redefining midlife and making our next half of life even better than the first.

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