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E9: Caroline Bellenger — Is It Too Late to Start Over at 50?

04 March 2026 30:24 Lara Portelli

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Hit midlife and suddenly think, “I’m too old for this…”? Yep. This episode is for you.

Caroline Bellenger opens up about her wake-up call at 50 — the moment she realized it was finally time to choose herself. She shares her journey through childhood sexual abuse, 20 years of addiction, and mental health struggles — and what happened when she stopped living in survival mode and started focusing on healing.

We talk about getting sober, feeling all the emotions you’ve been avoiding, healing through exercise and NLP, and why constantly looking back at trauma can keep you stuck. Plus… is doom scrolling the new addiction? And why being emotionally strong actually means leading with your feelings — not hiding them.

Connect with Caroline — https://www.carolinebellenger.com/

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About Lara Portelli:

As a successful business owner, NLP Practitioner, Midlife Reset Mentor, acclaimed award-winning author, and seasoned professional, Lara understands the challenges of navigating careers, business, and personal growth. She now channels her expertise into mentoring women through midlife and into their bodacious second act, helping ambitious women step into their power and build success on their own terms.

Connect with Lara: https://www.laraportelli.com/

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