Episode 309: Listening to the Whispers: Redefining Success, Security, and Midlife Transitions with Regina Sih-Meynier
Tue Feb 03 2026
What happens when you do everything “right” and still feel unfulfilled?
Melissa Joy, CFP®, sits down with Regina Sih-Meynier, PharmD, a former clinical and pharmaceutical industry leader who followed a quiet inner nudge toward a completely different kind of success. Regina shares how growing up in an immigrant family shaped her drive for security and achievement, why the traditional “success checklist” did not deliver the fulfillment she expected, and what ultimately helped her pivot into entrepreneurship, intuitive work, and a more flexible life.
They talk about the midlife moments that can throw everything off course, from career disruption to caregiving responsibilities, and why financial planning can be a stabilizing force during big transitions. Regina also explains what she means by “whispers” from within, how intuition can show up through the body, and why having a practical runway and support system can make all the difference when you are building your next chapter.
What you’ll learn
Why hitting major milestones can still leave you feeling disconnectedHow Gen X and older millennial women were conditioned to overachieve and overdeliverWhat it looks like to pivot without burning down your entire life overnightHow intuition can show up as body intelligence and internal guidanceWhy financial stability can create the space needed to hear what you actually wantThe mindset shift from “income only comes from a paycheck” to multiple streams and possibilitiesHow to approach midlife change with flexibility, resilience, and intentional tradeoffsAuthor of "A Thousand Whispers from Within"
Coming Feb 2026, Manuscripts Press - available Feb 16th on Amazon.
📧 regina@reginasihmeynier.com
🌐 www.reginasihmeynier.com
📸 IG: @reginasihmeynier
💼 LinkedIn: Regina Sih-Meynier, PharmD
The previous presentation by PEARL PLANNING was intended for general information purposes only. No portion of the presentation serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized investment advice from PEARL PLANNING or any other investment professional of your choosing. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy, or any non-investment related or planning services, discussion or content, will be profitable, be suitable for your portfolio or individual situation, or prove successful. Neither PEARL PLANNING’s investment adviser registration status, nor any amount of prior experience or success, should be construed that a certain level of results or satisfaction will be achieved if PEARL PLANNING is engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment advisory services. PEARL PLANNING is neither a law firm nor accounting firm, and no portion of its services should be construed as legal or accounting advice. No portion of the video content should be construed by a client or prospective client as a guarantee that he/she will experience a certain level of results if PEARL PLANNING is engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment advisory services. A copy of PEARL PLANNING’s current written disclosure Brochure discussing our advisory services and fees is available upon request or at https:...
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What happens when you do everything “right” and still feel unfulfilled? Melissa Joy, CFP®, sits down with Regina Sih-Meynier, PharmD, a former clinical and pharmaceutical industry leader who followed a quiet inner nudge toward a completely different kind of success. Regina shares how growing up in an immigrant family shaped her drive for security and achievement, why the traditional “success checklist” did not deliver the fulfillment she expected, and what ultimately helped her pivot into entrepreneurship, intuitive work, and a more flexible life. They talk about the midlife moments that can throw everything off course, from career disruption to caregiving responsibilities, and why financial planning can be a stabilizing force during big transitions. Regina also explains what she means by “whispers” from within, how intuition can show up through the body, and why having a practical runway and support system can make all the difference when you are building your next chapter. What you’ll learn Why hitting major milestones can still leave you feeling disconnectedHow Gen X and older millennial women were conditioned to overachieve and overdeliverWhat it looks like to pivot without burning down your entire life overnightHow intuition can show up as body intelligence and internal guidanceWhy financial stability can create the space needed to hear what you actually wantThe mindset shift from “income only comes from a paycheck” to multiple streams and possibilitiesHow to approach midlife change with flexibility, resilience, and intentional tradeoffsAuthor of "A Thousand Whispers from Within" Coming Feb 2026, Manuscripts Press - available Feb 16th on Amazon. 📧 regina@reginasihmeynier.com 🌐 www.reginasihmeynier.com 📸 IG: @reginasihmeynier 💼 LinkedIn: Regina Sih-Meynier, PharmD The previous presentation by PEARL PLANNING was intended for general information purposes only. No portion of the presentation serves as the receipt of, or as a substitute for, personalized investment advice from PEARL PLANNING or any other investment professional of your choosing. Different types of investments involve varying degrees of risk, and it should not be assumed that future performance of any specific investment or investment strategy, or any non-investment related or planning services, discussion or content, will be profitable, be suitable for your portfolio or individual situation, or prove successful. Neither PEARL PLANNING’s investment adviser registration status, nor any amount of prior experience or success, should be construed that a certain level of results or satisfaction will be achieved if PEARL PLANNING is engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment advisory services. PEARL PLANNING is neither a law firm nor accounting firm, and no portion of its services should be construed as legal or accounting advice. No portion of the video content should be construed by a client or prospective client as a guarantee that he/she will experience a certain level of results if PEARL PLANNING is engaged, or continues to be engaged, to provide investment advisory services. A copy of PEARL PLANNING’s current written disclosure Brochure discussing our advisory services and fees is available upon request or at https:...