Robin McCoy shared their story and experiences with us recently and you can find our conversation below.
Robin, we’re thrilled to have you with us today. Before we jump into your intro and the heart of the interview, let’s start with a bit of an ice breaker: What is a normal day like for you right now?
Typically my day starts at about 4:30 or 5am. I like to work out before anything else; it makes sure it actually gets done. So I am either walking with a friend or doing my boot camp class. That typically ends by 6:30am and I just on my first of 2 mastermind calls of the day from 6:30 to 7:20am each day.
Can you briefly introduce yourself and share what makes you or your brand unique?
I’m Robin McCoy, a Texas Realtor, Senior Home Coach, speaker, and podcast host with Relax, I Got This! Embracing Life After 60. I’ve been in residential real estate since 2008, but over time my work naturally shifted as my clients, friends, and their parents began facing bigger life transitions—downsizing, caregiving, aging in place, and redefining what “home” really means.
That shift became very personal when my own mother’s health declined. Even with years of real estate experience and a strong network in the senior industry, I found myself overwhelmed and unsure how to navigate care options, housing decisions, and all the “stuff” that comes with aging. That experience changed the direction of my business and my mission.
Today, my brand is centered on helping older adults and their families make confident, informed decisions during life’s later chapters—without fear, pressure, or unnecessary overwhelm. I combine real estate expertise with education, coaching, community resources, and honest conversations through my podcast, speaking engagements, and senior-focused programs like the Downsizers Club.
What makes my work different is that it’s not just about selling homes. It’s about helping people slow down, get clear, and move forward with dignity and peace of mind. Whether someone is staying put, right-sizing, or supporting aging parents, my goal is simple: to be a trusted guide so they can take the next step and genuinely feel, “Relax, I’ve got this.”
Thanks for sharing that. Would love to go back in time and hear about how your past might have impacted who you are today. What was your earliest memory of feeling powerful?
My earliest real memory of feeling powerful didn’t happen early in life at all. It happened in my 50s, when I decided to walk the Camino de Santiago.
Up until then, power had always been tied to doing, producing, and pushing through. On the Camino, all of that stripped away. There was no title, no to-do list, no one to impress. Just me, my backpack, and the next set of yellow arrows.
Day after day, I learned I could trust myself in a completely different way. I could keep going when I was tired. I could sit with uncertainty. I could ask for help and keep walking anyway. That quiet confidence, knowing I was capable, resilient, and enough exactly as I was, was the most powerful feeling I’d ever experienced. This became especially evident when I was injured and had to end my journey early and work my way home.
The Camino didn’t make me someone new. It reminded me of who I already was. And that sense of power has stayed with me ever since, showing up in how I lead my business, how I serve seniors and families, and how I approach this chapter of life with calm, clarity, and purpose.
What fear has held you back the most in your life?
I don’t know that I’ve been held back by a single, specific fear. Looking back, it was less about fear and more about not fully knowing what I was capable of.
For a long time, I stayed in lanes that felt responsible and familiar. I did good work, built a solid career, and showed up for the people who depended on me. But I didn’t always give myself permission to imagine bigger or different paths. Not because I was afraid of failing, but because I didn’t yet trust myself enough to say, “I can figure this out.”
Confidence came later in life, and with it came clarity. I realized I could learn new things, pivot when needed, and create work that truly reflected who I am and what matters to me. Once that clicked, doors started opening and I simply decided to walk through them.
Now, especially in this season of life, I see how much possibility exists when you stop questioning your ability and start trusting it. That lesson is something I carry into my work with seniors and families every day: you’re capable of more than you think, and it’s never too late to step into it.
So a lot of these questions go deep, but if you are open to it, we’ve got a few more questions that we’d love to get your take on. What would your closest friends say really matters to you?
They’d also say I value honesty, independence, and doing things with intention. I don’t have much patience for noise or surface-level stuff. I care about real conversations, showing up when it matters, and creating space for people to figure out what they want their lives to look like next.
At this stage of life, what matters most to me is helping people live fully. Whether that means staying in their home safely, letting go of what no longer serves them, building community, or giving themselves permission to try something new. My friends know that if I believe in someone, I’m all in. I’ll encourage them, challenge them when needed, and remind them that they’re more capable than they think.
And yes, they’d probably add that I really value laughter, good conversation, and finding joy along the way. I have been close to the edge so I know life is too short not to enjoy the walk.
Before we go, we’d love to hear your thoughts on some longer-run, legacy type questions. What is the story you hope people tell about you when you’re gone?
That I had fun, laughed loudly, and didn’t take myself too seriously.
More than anything, I hope they say I fiercely supported the people in my world. That I showed up when it mattered, stood beside them during hard seasons as well as the easy ones, and made them feel less alone when life felt heavy or uncertain.
I’d love for people to remember that I encouraged them to trust themselves, to take the next step even when they weren’t sure, and to live this chapter of life with a little more confidence and joy. If the lasting impression is that I helped others feel braver, lighter, and more supported, while having a really good time along the way, then I did it right.
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