Is it possible to be powerful and confident as a woman living life after forty?
We say, YES!
Funny. Grounded. Fierce. These are the words she uses to describe herself, and after hearing her story, it’s clear why. A paralegal by profession but an adventurer at heart, she fills her days with the things that bring her joy—books, travel, her beloved cat, and most importantly, her independence.
But the journey to self-discovery hasn’t been without its challenges. Over the past year, she has leaned into growth, stepping outside of her comfort zone, setting firm boundaries, and learning to embrace body positivity. She has rebuilt her life from scratch, proving that it’s never too late to start over and advocate for yourself.
Her Fierce After Forty Experience has been more than just a photoshoot—it’s been a transformation. For the first time, she sees herself the way others have always seen her: strong, resilient, powerful, confident and beautiful.
Keep reading to hear her story in her own words and be inspired by the confidence and courage that shines through.
Seeking Growth Opportunities
“As a woman over 40, I feel like I am continuing to figure out who I am. This last year or so has been a period of growth, learning, and transition for me. I’ve been actively seeking more opportunities to get outside of my comfort zone and experience new things. I’m learning to be more confident and to embrace body positivity, as well as setting firm boundaries as a form of self-care.”
Powerful and Confident
“Fierce to me means power, confidence, and standing up for yourself and your core values. I think of the phras, “standing on business” when I think of being fierce. I think also of loyalty. I am a fierce protector of my friends and would do anything for them.”
Rebuilding Life From Scratch
“In my life, I am most proud of removing myself from an emotionally traumatic long-term relationship back in 2021. My confidence was practically non-existent. I was depressed and anxious and hated my life. Thankfully, with the help of friends, I was able to start over. I was essentially rebuilding my life from scratch.”
Fully Embracing Herself
“Since entering this decade of life, I’ve learned to say sorry less. I’ve learned that it’s not necessary to apologize for taking up space or having a voice. It’s never too late to start over, and it’s never wrong to change your mind about the things that you will or will not accept from people in your life. Setting strong boundaries is not for other people, they are actually to protect yourself and your own well-being. Words like strong, passionate, empathetic, funny, and sexy should not be words that you shy away from. I am fully embracing who I am now in my 40s!”
Advocating For Herself
“I want others to know that to be a woman over forty means it is never too late to start over. Other people’s opinions don’t matter nearly as much as you think. You will always be your most important advocate. Embrace that!”
Changing Self-Perceptions
“Being a part of the Fierce After Forty Project has been amazing! As someone who has struggled with self-confidence, especially in front of a camera, my Spark Session has been a game changer for how I view myself. This whole experience has been something I never would have imagined even a year ago.”
“I was absolutely floored during my session reveal. I knew I felt good during the session (confident and having fun), but I was still stunned by the results. I know this beautiful person has been here all along. It just took some special people in Lindsay and Michelle to kind of pull that side out of me in this session. The morning after I woke up and felt different–more confident, held my head a little higher, smiled at myself more when I looked in the mirror.”
Seeing Herself As Others See Her
“My photographs show that I am amazing! I have survived a lot and had the resilience to make a new life for myself. I AM stronger and more powerful than I may have ever thought. I believe in myself way more than before. I can finally see myself how other people can see me, for the first time.”
“For someone on the fence about booking their own sessions, I would say “Just do it!” Once you have the opportunity to meet Lindsay and her team and review everything that the experience can offer you, I promise it is worth it. I’ve never felt better about myself, even compared to my 20s and 30s.”
The Fierce After Forty Project, designed by Show Your Spark Photography Studio, seeks to highlight powerful women over Forty through photography and storytelling. In doing so, we inspire countless other women to embrace and celebrate their journey, bodies, and power – no matter their season of life.
If you want to show off your After Forty Fierceness, contact us today!
Remember, you are powerful, courageous, and one of a kind! Show Your Spark!
Here’s what to expect when you contact us!
- Schedule a free consultation call to have all your questions answered and start planning your Spark Experience.
- Select a Spark Session date that fits your schedule. (Studio located in Braintree, MA)
- Rock the session like the bright light that you are, and create beautiful, tangible artwork to inspire you for the rest of your life.
Remember, you are powerful, courageous, and one of a kind! Show Your Spark!
