Stand Up and Redo

Reframing Failure: My cholesterol wake up call

Six months ago, I set out with the clear goal of eating better, losing weight, and feeling better in my body. I did the work, and I was sure the numbers would reflect it. But they didn’t. They were higher. A punch to the gut moment. In this episode of Stand Up and Redo, I’m talking about that moment and how it made me pause and rethink everything. Not as a defeat, but as feedback. Sometimes failure isn’t a final verdict, it’s just an invitation to adjust. I’m sharing how I’m choosing to stand back up, refine the plan and use the strength and tools I have today to try again. Because the real win isn’t a perfect number, it’s the resilience to learn, adapt, and try again. If you’ve ever given your best and felt let down by the outcome, this episode is your reminder. We get to redefine failure, and we get to rewrite the story. #cholesterol #failure #rewriteyournarrative #over50 #standupandredo Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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A quiet moment with John 15…what is grounding me.

While Stand Up and Redo is taking a little hiatus, I felt compelled to step back in and share something that has been especially meaningful to me lately: John Chapter 15. There’s no big production or long discussion in this episode—just a simple reading of a chapter of Scripture that has touched my heart. Jesus’ words about abiding in Him, bearing fruit, loving one another, and remaining connected to the true vine have been such a special read for me that I simply wanted to share them with you. Consider this a small adjunct episode—a quiet moment in the middle of the pause. Maybe someone listening today needs these words as much as I did. Sometimes Standing Up and Redoing also means getting quiet, returning to what grounds us, and sharing something simply because our heart tells us to. John 15. No big message from me today. Just His words. ❤️ Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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When a Simple Question Opens the Whole Bible

In this episode of Stand Up and Redo, I share how someone asked me if the God who led the Israelites out of Egypt and into the Promised Land was the same God Jesus speaks about in John 14. Instead of giving a quick answer, I opened my Bible and started reading. What I found wasn’t just an answer—it was an invitation. An invitation to know Jesus more deeply, to understand the Father’s heart, and to remember that the God who parted the Red Sea is the same God who still leads His people today. He hasn’t changed. His character hasn’t changed. His promises haven’t changed. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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There is a Season for Healing and a Season for Moving Forward

There is a season for healing and a season for moving forward. Sitting on a mountaintop along Skyline Drive, listening to the wind move through the trees, l find myself reflecting on life, loss,healing, and what it truly means to move forward. In this deeply personal episode, I share lessons from a year of counseling, heartbreak grief, faith, and self-discovery. We explore the difference between reflection and rumination, why some wounds need our attention before they can heal, and how carrying wisdom is different from carrying pain. I also share a conversation with a dear friend who challenged me to ask an important question: Why am I willing to create beautiful experiences for everyone else but not for myself? If you’ve ever struggled with loss,regret,guilt,heartbreak,or feeling stuck in your past, this episode is for you. There is a season for healing. There is a season for reflection. And there is a season for moving forward. Take the wisdom. Leave the wound. Take the lesson. Leave the shame. Join me as I share why I believe our past shape us, but it does not define our future. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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55 Year Old Woman Walking on the Bay

There’s a strange thing about getting older — inside, we still carry every version of ourselves we’ve ever been. In this reflective episode of Stand Up and Redo with Petra DeMusz, Petra walks along the bay and reflects on what it means to be 55 years old while still somehow being 5, 8, 14, 26, and 30 all at once. The same soul. The same wonder. The same person who once ran barefoot toward the water chasing life, love, freedom, and meaning. As the walk continues, a quiet moment with an older man and his small dog becomes something deeper — a reminder that no one is simply “old.” Every face carries decades of stories, heartbreaks, adventures, dreams, losses, laughter, and memories invisible to the outside world. This episode is about learning to see people fully. Not as strangers. Not as age. But as entire lifetimes wrapped inside a single human being. A peaceful, thought-provoking reflection on aging, humanity, empathy, and the beautiful truth that we are all still every age we have ever been.https://youtube.com/@standupandredo?si=3RFIeWoqQTh5QScK Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Peace, Nirvana or your Zen~Can you find it?

In this episode of Stand Up and Redo with Petra DeMusz, we explore what it truly means to find peace, nirvana, and your own personal zen in a world obsessed with appearances, validation, and the image we present to others. What if peace was never something you could buy, achieve, or perform for the outside world? What if it was something already waiting quietly within you? Through personal stories, reflection, humor, and heartfelt conversation, this episode dives into the difference between superficial peace and soul-deep peace — the kind that comes from grounding yourself in something greater than your fears, your insecurities, your titles, your followers, or your reflection in the mirror. Together, we unpack the idea that real peace is not found in perfection, applause, or pretending to have it all together. It’s found in authenticity, surrender, spiritual grounding, self-acceptance, and learning how to quiet the noise around you long enough to find something bigger to anchor to. If you’ve been exhausted from trying to keep up appearances, searching for meaning, or longing for a deeper connection with yourself, God, or the world around you, this episode is your invitation to pause, breathe, and rediscover what truly matters. Because maybe peace was never outside of you at all. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Do you have to make a decision? Don’t let indecision make you miserable.

https://youtube.com/@tylerbaileytravel?si=_1E4Fotlbkg9ukpR Petra takes you on her journey of indecision to the point at 4:58am when everything became clear to her on what direction she will take on moving forward with her decision regarding her social media life. In her stories she encourages you to face your indecision as well and with confidence can share that indecision is wicked and can keep you in a life of turmoil and limbo. Sometimes making a decision even if the wrong one can be better then no decision. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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30 Day Health Reset~Did you ever think that you have something to prove? And you know you can.

tps://www.instagram.... https://www.facebook.c... What if 30 days could change more than your habits… what if it could change your standard? In this episode of Stand Up and Redo, I’m inviting you into a 30-day health reset—not as a quick fix, not as another goal to chase—but as a powerful shift in how you live every single day. Because real transformation doesn’t come from hitting goals… it comes from raising your standards. https://health.clevela... Gardner, B. (2012). Making health habitual: The psychology of habit formation and behavior change. Health Psychology Review, 6(2), 19–30. Singh, A., et al. (2024). Time to form a habit: A systematic review and meta-analysis of health behavior habit formation. PLOS ONE, 19(3), e0281234. Hunter, R. F., et al. (2019). Social network interventions for health behaviors: A systematic review and meta-analysis. PLOS ONE, 14(5), e0216500. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Mental Imagery and Manifestation: Learn how to use their power for your benefit.

In this episode of Stand Up and Redo, Petra delves into the transformative power of mental imagery and manifestation. She breaks down how these techniques aren’t just abstract concepts but practical tools that can shape your daily life. Through real-life examples and actionable tips, Petra shows how consistently applying these methods can help you achieve personal growth and success. Tune in to discover how to harness the power of your mind to create the life you envision. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Midlife Redo: Riding the Wave of a Uncertainty

In this empowering episode of Stand Up and Redo we walk or more appropriately swim through the raw unfiltered journey of entering midlife dazed, confused and hitting that inevitable wall. Petra shares her story with uncertainty, feeling stuck and feeling like the waves are crashing down. But it is not about crashing it is about riding that wave, emerging from the depths, and finding solid ground. She walks you through how she will swim to shore stand tall and confidentially step onto warm sand, embracing the next chapter-strong resilient, and unapologetically alone, yet empowered. This episode is a testiest to growth, perseverance and the beauty of standing upright after the storm. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Single for a Year: Relationship free~is it worth it?

https://youtu.be/K9k7QgAr124?si=hZ5-guC0UkVcfrFm Petra sits along a River displaced from her studio to share with you her experience of being single for a year and redefining, her life, her needs for a partner and how she has moved on. She presents her story in hopes to support you to focus on three things she shares encouraging you to give yourself yourself a year to be relationship free. Let’s Stand up and redo together. #single #over50 #dating Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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No Money and I Almost Canceled the Vacation

In this episode of Stand Up and Redo Petra explains how she heeded the wise words of an older friends and learned a life lesson she kept with her into her fifties. Don’t cancel the vacation because these are the memories you and those you love will hold onto. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Cleared for Take Off: Flight Efficiency and Safe Travels

Let’s take to the skies with expert tips on navigating air travel like a pro. Whether your’e a frequent flyer or an occasional traveler, learn how to prepare for your flight, breeze through security and avoid common mistakes that can derail your trip. We break down the essentials of safe, efficient flying, from checking in to touchdown, ensuring your next journey is smooth and stress-free. Buckle up-travel just got a whole lot easier. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Finding Friends Similar to You When Your Life Has Changed

In this episode of Stand Up and Redo we talk about the unique journey of building meaningful friendships after the the age of 45. Unlike situational bonds from younger years-formed through work, kids’ activities, or shared obligations-this stage of live offers the freedom to choose friends who truly align with your interests, passions, and personality. Discover how to seek out, nurture and sustain these connections, creating a tribe that reflects who you are today.https://youtube.com/@standupandredo?si=dCDwvOLLNUeHYh0h Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Lust: What is lust in a relationship?

Join Petra as she shares the pitfalls of letting lust dictate choices and discusses how to cultivate relationships rooted in authenticity, emotional intuition and clarity. Let her share with you what she has learned can set you up for the potential for real love. Don’t let lust steer the ship, take the helm and redirect back to your gut instincts. Open yourself up for a chance to find real love rooted in emotional depth and not just surface level lust. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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A Prayer to Try When You Feel Hopeless

In this honest soulful episode, I open up about a transformational shift in my spiritual journey. Instead of presenting God with a detailed list of desires and expectations, I embrace a simple powerful prayer: “God, surprise me.” l share how this act of surrender-releasing control and trusting his divine rescue-brought profound changes in my life and unexpected blessings. Tune in to hear personal stories, of growth, faith and peace that come from trusting God to work in ways beyond your imagination. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Love: What is love in a relationship?

https://www.youtube.com/@standupandredo https://youtu.be/zDEnbsSk5Fk?si=HmodcOBt-CyDrFg0 Love in a relationship is powerful and not ever to be discounted. It is the wildcard in dating and though you might want it so bad or wish you didn't have it, you don't have control of it hitting your heart like a cupids arrow or not hitting your heart. Let yourself soak in Petra's thoughts about logical love and managing love in a way that is appropriate to capture the essence of love in a relationship while dating later in life. Join her as she shares her perception on dating with a fresh and hopeful vibe. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Gut: What is gut in a relationship?

https://youtu.be/E8MA4dy53Fc?si=AKdfFIquElCsinruhttps://youtu.be/E8MA4dy53Fc?si=AKdfFIquElCsinru. Stand Up and Redo with Petra DeMusz, titled Dating Wisdom Over 50: Trust Your Gut presents an enlightening episode sharing valuable insights on the importance of trusting your instincts in the dating world. She emphasizes how little things often carry the most weight when getting to know someone new. Petra discusses how you shouldn’t dismiss or overlook the small details as they often reveal the true nature of a person. Tune in for heart felt advice and practical wisdom that encourages authenticity and self trust in every dating experience. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

Grief: When You Have Lost Someone.

Episode Title: The Loss of a Person: Sharing Your Grief https://www.thegoodgrieftrust.org/umbrella-day/#:~:text=The%20Good%20Grief%20Trust%20launched%20%23GoodGriefUmbrellaDay%2C%20on,Linda%20Magistris%20OBE%20%C2%B7%20Dame%20Penelope%20Wilton https://www.awarenessdays.com/awareness-days-calendar/the-good-grief-trust-umbrella-day/ In this heartfelt episode, Petra opens up about her deeply personal experiences with grief. She reflects on the profound losses of her father and ex-husband, sharing the emotional complexities that shaped her journey. Surprisingly, the recent parting with a puppy she fostered for just two weeks triggered a cascade of emotions, reconnecting her with the pain of her past losses. Petra thoughtfully explores how even seemingly small farewells can unravel layers of buried grief, offering a poignant perspective on the universality and depth of loss. Released on February 10, Umbrella Day—a day dedicated to honoring and remembering those we've loved and lost—this episode invites listeners to embrace their own grief narratives with compassion and understanding. Credit to Chat GPT for helping find Links and with my description. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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Change: It is time to make one.

In this episode we dive back into the water after floundering in the same place, unsure of how to move forward but knowing you need to make a change. You’ll hear insights on making decisions to change, finding clarity amidst uncertainty, and taking bold steps toward progress. Whether you’re facing a career crossroads, personal challenges, or just feeling stagnant this episode offers inspiration to help you stop treading water and start swimming toward meaningful change. Send us Fan Mail Support the show https://Facebook.com/petra.d.rivera https://wwwpetrademusz.buzzsprout.com/

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