In this episode of The Next ChaptHER Podcast, Andrea sits down with Dr. Andrea Hogan — known to her students as “Dr. Dre” — for a powerful conversation about losing your voice without losing it physically.

Together, they explore coercive control, what it looks like beyond physical abuse, and how identity can slowly erode through gaslighting, power imbalances, and survival mode. Dr. Dre shares her personal journey of recognizing coercive control, navigating mental health recovery, and reclaiming authorship of her life.

This conversation also turns toward rebuilding — letting new things in, rediscovering joy, finding community, and stepping into advocacy and purpose.

• What coercive control is and why it’s often invisible

• How women lose their voice and sense of self over time

• Mental health recovery and removing stigma around seeking help

• Post-traumatic growth and reclaiming authorship

• Finding identity and joy beyond survival

LinkedIn: Andrea Hogan, PhD Instagram: @thegolfingprofessor TikTok: @dreahogan329 YouTube: @TheGolfingProfessor Book: Lucky Lion (available on Amazon)

Domestic Abuse Advocacy Resource: https://www.crystalfedeli.com/

Host: Andrea Hecht Certified Professional Life Coach | Fully Informed Life

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Sometimes life hands you a moment where everything shifts.

In this episode of The Next ChaptHER, Andrea Hecht sits down with Amy Schwartz, founder of Fuck It Inc., to talk about what “fuck it” really means — not giving up or being reckless, but choosing yourself when life feels out of control.

Amy shares how her personal “fuck it” mantra was born when her life shifted unexpectedly and what it’s taught her about choice, boundaries, and living fully.

Andrea also reflects on her own “fuck it” moment during her breast cancer experience, and why this conversation resonates far beyond health crises. This episode is for any woman navigating a curveball, an identity shift, burnout, caregiving, loss, or the messy middle of real life.

• What “fuck it” really means (and what it doesn’t)

• Choosing joy while still grieving what could have been

• Reclaiming choice when life feels out of control

• Boundaries, saying no, and protecting your sanity

• Why choosing yourself doesn’t require permission

Amy Schwartz is the founder of Fuck It Inc., a jewelry and lifestyle brand turned movement — created as a reminder to keep living fully, even when life doesn’t go according to plan.

Website: https://www.fuckitinc.com Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fckit.inc

Andrea Hecht is a Certified Professional Life Coach & Well-being Specialist and the founder of Fully Informed Life. Through her coaching and The Next ChaptHER podcast, Andrea helps women reconnect with themselves and find their Roadmap Back to J.O.Y. (Journey of You) — especially in life’s messy middle.

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/fullyinformedlifecoaching Learn more: https://www.fullyinformedlife.com

Most women in their 40s and 50s don’t think about long-term care—until they’re suddenly forced to.

In this episode of The Next ChaptHER Podcast, Andrea Hecht sits down with Suzanne Scheer, J.D., CLTC®, to unpack what long-term care actually is, why it matters, and why waiting until a crisis hits can leave families overwhelmed—emotionally, logistically, and financially.

Suzanne’s passion for this work is deeply personal. As part of the sandwich generation, she spent years caring for her parents through extended illnesses while raising her own young child. That experience opened her eyes to what families go through when there isn’t a clear plan in place—and why education before a crisis is so critical.

Together, Andrea and Suzanne break down long-term care in simple, human language—without fear-mongering or pressure—so women can make informed decisions that protect both their future selves and the people they love.

• What long-term care really means (and what it does not)

• Why Medicare and health insurance don’t cover custodial care

• Common misconceptions that keep women from planning ahead

• Why long-term care isn’t just about aging—it can happen at any age

• The different types of care: home care, assisted living, memory care, and more

• Traditional long-term care insurance vs. newer hybrid/asset-based options

• How health history and timing affect eligibility

• Why planning ahead gives you choice—not panic

• How proactive planning can reduce emotional and financial strain on families

• Long-term care covers custodial care—help with daily activities—not medical treatment

• Medicare offers only limited, short-term rehab coverage

• Planning earlier often means more flexibility, better options, and less stress

• Newer long-term care products can provide value even if care is never needed

• The goal isn’t just financial protection—it’s dignity, autonomy, and family peace

Suzanne Scheer, J.D., CLTC® is a long-term care specialist who helps individuals and families plan proactively—before they’re in crisis. She is known for her clear, compassionate approach and specializes exclusively in long-term care education and planning.

🔗 Website: https://www.sgsinsurance.net 🔗 LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suzannescheer/ 📸 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/suzannescheer_jd_cltc/

💻 Upcoming Webinar: “Understanding Long-Term Care Insurance” will be on February 19th at Noon EST. Registration link: https://zoom.us/meeting/register/tcs5Y0ZIRgaHWVlFbwbYkw

• The Shopper’s Guide to Long-Term Care Insurance National Association of Insurance Commissioners (NAIC) https://content.naic.org/sites/default/files/publication-ltc-lp-shoppers-guide-long-term.pdf

To learn more about Andrea’s work supporting women through transitions and helping them find their roadmap back to J.O.Y. (Journey of You), visit fullyinformedlife.com.

Continue the conversation with Andrea on Instagram @fullyinformedlifecoaching.

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