‘Flourish After Fifty Circle’
Your monthly date with yourself – and a circle of like‑minded women – to nourish your heart and feed your mind.
What the Circle is
The Flourish After Fifty Circle is an online discussion group that blends the best of a podcast club and a book club. It’s for women over fifty who want to explore big ideas, meaningful stories and real‑life transitions together.
Each month, we gather on Zoom to:
Discuss a new episode of the Flourish After Fifty podcast or a carefully chosen book about women, transition and flourishing as we age.
Share perspectives and lived experience in conversation.
Explore what it takes to be, become and belong in midlife and beyond.
You don’t have to speak if you don’t want to; listening deeply is part of the magic.
Who the Circle is for
If you’re a woman over fifty and you’re asking “What do I want for myself now? Is there something more, beyond work and family?”, the Circle is for you.
You’ll feel at home here if you want to:
Carve out regular time just for you, away from everyone else’s to‑do lists.
Talk about podcast episodes and books that speak to this stage of life – not just your younger years.
Be part of a supportive community where it’s safe to be honest, thoughtful and a little bit brave.
Your monthly date with yourself
Think of the Circle as a standing date with yourself – and with women who “get it”.
Time: 7.00–8.30 pm (Melbourne time)
Day: Second Thursday of each month
Format: Online (join from wherever you are, in comfy clothes, cup of tea in hand)
These gatherings offer:
A structure for your reading and reflection on navigating this life phase.
Nourishment for your intellect. Engage with big ideas, without pressure.
Perspectives that challenge and expand your own.
Connections with other women who love ideas.
Ready to say yes to your next chapter?
What you receive
Across a 12-month period, Circle members receive:
Monthly live 90‑minute online gatherings (1.5 hours).
Guided questions for each podcast or book so you’re never stuck on what to say.
A supportive, facilitated space where everyone has room to contribute.
You’ll bring your own copy of the books (physical, ebook or audio) and access to the podcast episodes.
Investment
Your place in the Flourish After Fifty Circle is:
Price: $25 per month
Payment: Automatic monthly payments, cancel anytime.
This works out to $25 per 90‑minute gathering – less than dinner out, and far more nourishing for your future self.
2026 Circle Calendar
Each month has a clear focus, so you know what you’re saying yes to.
March 12 – Navigating Friendship, Finding Connection (podcast)
We’ll discuss shifts in friendship as you navigate new life phases: inspired by Episode 9 of the Flourish After Fifty podcast.
April 9 – Courage: Turn Someday into Today (podcast)
Reflect on courage in work, relationships and reinvention, grounded in a Courage‑themed podcast conversation with author of the just-published book Courageous Me: The Courage to Turn Someday into Today, Kim Payne.
May 14 – Women Rowing North (book)
Dive into Mary Pipher’s insights on navigating life’s currents and cultivating resilience as we age. This month, we will focus on Part II: Travel Skills, Chapters 8-13 of her book Women Rowing North.
June 11 – Celebrating YOU - Birthdays and Milestones (podcast)
A special Circle on birthdays after fifty, the issues that arise as we age and how to make your birthday a happy one, with a guest facilitator. TBC
July 9 – Retirement, Reimagined (podcast)
Discuss a retirement‑themed book and podcast exploring what’s possible when “retirement” doesn’t mean stepping back from life. TBC.
August 13 – Ageless Ageing (book)
Let’s get into this new edition of the book: Ageless Ageing: A Woman’s Guide to increasing Healthspan, Brainspan and Life Span, by Maddy Dychtwald, with Kate Hanley. We’ll explore a ‘holistic recipe for ageless ageing’, Chapters 4 - 12.
September 10 – Podcast Deep Dive
A Flourish After Fifty episode chosen to spark discussion on change, choice and possibility. TBC.
October 8 – Podcast Spotlight
Another rich conversation anchored in a key episode of the podcast. TBC.
November 12 – The Power of Purpose (book)
Explore purpose, meaning, and contribution in this life stage through a book focused on intentional living. The Power of Purpose: To Grow and To Give For Life (4th Edition), by Richard Leider and David Shapiro.
December 10 – Die With Zero (book)
Close the year by reflecting on this interesting and challenging book: Die with Zero: Getting All You Can from Your Money and Your Life by Bill Perkins. We’ll explore the overall premise of the book before deep diving into chapters 7 (Start to Time Bucket Your Life) and 9 (Be Bold - Not Foolish). Note: We will not be addressing the financial aspects of this book.