Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma – Moving Through Menopause with Chandler Moore

Episode Summary:

In this episode of Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma, Tami Lysher sits down with Chandler Moore, a seasoned Pilates instructor, Gyrotonics teacher, and personal trainer from Springfield, Missouri. Chandler shares insights into her new online curriculum, Moving Through Menopause, and her journey to empower women in their 40s and beyond to embrace strength, movement, and community during this transformative stage of life.

Together, Tami and Chandler discuss:

• The lack of awareness and misinformation surrounding menopause.

• How Chandler’s professional and personal experiences shaped her mission to support women navigating perimenopause and postmenopause.

• The role of strength training, resistance work, and movement practices like Pilates in combating symptoms like osteoporosis and fatigue.

• Sleep disturbances, hormonal shifts, and their impact on health and daily function.

• The importance of building community and confidence in fitness spaces.

Tami also reflects on her own experiences as a breast cancer survivor and how strength training has improved her health and stamina. Chandler highlights her Strength Training Starter Kit, a program designed for women looking to take their first steps into lifting, and offers practical, beginner-friendly advice for sustainable fitness routines.

Key Takeaways:

1. Strength is Ageless: It’s never too late to start strength training, even in your 40s or 50s. Building muscle is key to longevity and combating menopause-related conditions.

2. Movement as Medicine: Incorporating movement, resistance training, and impact exercises can improve bone density, joint health, and overall energy.

3. Sleep is Foundational: Poor sleep quality can exacerbate hormonal symptoms and impact overall health. Prioritizing rest is essential to recovery and wellness.

4. Community Matters: Having a supportive network can make fitness routines more enjoyable and sustainable.

Upcoming Programs:

• Strength Training Starter Kit – Launching January 15th, this program offers guidance for both gym-based and at-home strength training with beginner-friendly tools and resources.

• Moving Through Menopause – A program tailored to women navigating menopause, launching February 2025.

Resources Mentioned:

• Chandler’s Strength Training Starter Kit

• Moving Through Menopause online course

• Equipment suggestions for at-home workouts

Where to Connect with Chandler:

All contact details and program sign-ups can be found in the show notes.

Closing Thoughts:

Tami and Chandler emphasize that health and movement are lifelong journeys. Whether you’re starting from scratch or looking to enhance your current routine, these programs and conversations are designed to empower and inspire women of all ages.

Thank you for tuning in to Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma. Be sure to subscribe for more insightful conversations on navigating change and building resilience.

Contacts for Chandler:

www.moorewellness.studio

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Integrating Trauma Informed Approaches and Movement with Tami Lysher

Host: Tami Lysher

Guest: June Hall

Episode Overview:

In this enlightening episode, Tami Lysher, a Child Development Consultant, trauma and movement expert, sits down with fellow trauma expert June Hall to discuss Tami’s unique approach to integrating trauma-informed practices with movement. They explore her journey from early childhood education to Pilates instruction and how she’s bridging these fields to create healing opportunities for children and families through movement, breathwork, and nervous system integration.

Key Discussion Points:

1. Tami’s Professional Journey:

• Over 40 years in early childhood education and trauma-informed care.

• Transitioned to working with adults through Pilates, owning a studio, and creating a curriculum for trauma-informed movement.

• Returning to her roots in early childhood, integrating yoga and Pilates with trauma-informed approaches to help children and families.

2. Unique Insights from Tami’s Work:

• Observed developmental delays in children, often linked to trauma, poverty, or crises such as Flint’s water crisis.

• Movement as a way to rebuild core strength, coordination, and body awareness.

• Play-based methods to make movement accessible and engaging for children.

3. The Role of Trauma in Development:

• Trauma impacts motor development, including gross and fine motor skills, coordination, and balance.

• The importance of revisiting early developmental milestones through movement (e.g., crawling, rolling, jumping).

4. Techniques and Tools:

• Activities like obstacle courses, balance exercises, and cross-body movements to support physical and cognitive growth.

• Use of props like hula hoops, Bosu balls, balance beams, and painter’s tape to create interactive and engaging experiences.

5. Family-Centered Approach:

• Integrating breathwork and nervous system regulation for parents to co-regulate with their children.

• Encouraging parents to view their children with curiosity and compassion, fostering better communication and emotional connection.

6. Play as a Path to Healing:

• Play-based interventions to build trust, safety, and resilience in children.

• Empowering children with choice and agency to rebuild confidence and self-expression.

7. Parent and Child Outcomes:

• Improvements in focus, motor skills, and emotional regulation in children.

• Parents reporting a shift in their parenting styles, embracing curiosity and calm in interactions with their children.

8. Future Projects:

• Tami is developing a parent-child movement resource booklet categorized by bodily sensations to guide families in creating connection and healing through movement and play.

Key Takeaways:

• Trauma-informed movement integrates breath, movement, and nervous system work to support healing across all ages.

• Children’s development thrives on play, choice, and consistency, which help rebuild body awareness and emotional regulation.

• Parents are crucial in co-regulating with their children, modeling calm and resilience.

Connect with Tami Lysher:

Find more about Tami’s work, programs, and resources in the show notes. Stay tuned for her upcoming parent-child movement booklet and follow her journey on social media.

Thank you for tuning in to Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma!

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Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma

The Nervous System’s Role in Healing and Performance with Tom Swales

Host: Tami Lysher

Guest: Tom Swales, PT – Physiotherapist, Strength Coach, and Founder of the Advanced Movement Therapist Certification

Key Highlights:

1. Introduction to Tom Swales:

• Leading figure in rehabilitation and performance.

• Founder of the Advanced Movement Therapist Certification.

• Resilient survivor of a life-threatening sepsis episode, including toxic shock and multiple organ failure, which profoundly shaped his approach to healing.

2. Tom’s Health Journey:

• Faced a major health crisis that left him with severe physical setbacks.

• Rebuilt his body from the ground up using his own system, focusing on nervous system integration, movement strategies, and motor learning.

• Achieved remarkable recovery milestones, surpassing medical predictions.

3. The Role of the Nervous System:

• The nervous system is foundational to healing and performance.

• Understanding how neurology, psychology, and movement interplay allows for a holistic approach to rehabilitation.

• Neurological inputs such as safety, trust, and proper breathing significantly impact outcomes.

4. Tom’s Five Tenets of Human Design:

• Psychology: Creating safety and trust with patients.

• Neurology: Using movement as feedback to assess nervous system health.

• Biology: Cellular adaptation through manual and physical therapy.

• Chemistry: Balancing pH and body chemistry for optimal function.

• Physics: Understanding body mechanics and energy flow.

5. Practical Applications:

• Importance of diaphragmatic breathing in calming the nervous system and improving motor control.

• Integrating manual therapy and movement strategies for patient and athlete recovery.

• Creating behavioral changes to restore natural, efficient movement.

6. Case Studies and Stories:

• Tom shared stories of resilience, including his own healing journey and a young patient diagnosed with a spinal tumor, emphasizing the importance of thorough neurological assessments.

7. The Advanced Movement Therapist Certification:

• A comprehensive program designed for clinicians, coaches, and movement professionals.

• Focuses on assessing and treating patients with a systematized, integrated approach.

• Provides a framework to prioritize nervous system health and movement optimization.

8. Practical Takeaways for Listeners:

• Breathing as a foundational movement strategy.

• Awareness and integration of the nervous system in everyday practices.

• Building trust and safety in therapeutic relationships.

Resources and Contact Information:

• YouTube Channel: Tommy Swales

• Website: AMT Certification

• Instagram: @swales.com

• TikTok: The AMT Guy

Closing Thoughts:

Tom Swales’ inspiring story and expertise highlight the importance of integrating nervous system insights into movement and rehabilitation practices. His journey demonstrates the power of resilience and the critical role of proper assessments in patient care.

For more information on Tom’s work or to explore his certification program, visit the resources above.

Thank you for tuning in

Tami Lysher

www.stidiotpilates.com

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On this episode of Embracing Change talking through Trauma, guest Mick Rowe dive into the stigma about suicide. Listen to Mick’s story…

“Suicide Sucks!” is a podcast created by Mick Rowe, based in Penistone, UK, aiming to openly discuss and reduce the stigma surrounding suicide. The podcast features candid conversations with guests who share their personal experiences related to suicide, fostering a supportive environment for listeners. Notably, these discussions take place in Mick’s camper van, providing a unique and intimate setting.

The podcast is available on Spotify under the title “Suicide Sucks: Still Here To Tell The Tale.” In addition to the podcast, Mick produced a documentary with the same name, which was screened at Penistone Arts Week and raised £500 for the young people’s suicide prevention charity, Papyrus.

Mick’s motivation for these projects stems from the loss of her brother to suicide in 1996. Through her work, she aims to create a platform where individuals can discuss suicide openly, thereby reducing the associated stigma and providing support to those affected.

For more information or to listen to the podcast, you can visit its Spotify page.

Season 2 Episode 18

As a certified health coach, fitness trainer, nutritionist, and menopause expert, I understand the difficulties you're experiencing. I’m here to help you regain control of your health and well-being.

Book Navigating Menopause

Here’s a summary of the main points discussed in the podcast with Karen Cerezo:

1. Introduction of Karen Cerezo

• Karen empowers midlife women to thrive through menopause and beyond.

• She’s a certified health coach, fitness trainer, nutritionist, and menopause expert.

2. Karen’s Background and Journey

• Former middle school teacher turned health coach and personal trainer.

• Shifted focus to helping midlife women address specific health and wellness needs during menopause.

3. Focus on Menopause

• Realized many midlife women struggled with traditional fitness and health programs.

• Started her business to provide specialized support for women experiencing menopausal changes.

4. Writing Her Book

• Created a book titled Navigating Menopause, designed as a tracker and journal.

• The book helps women track their symptoms and communicate effectively with their doctors.

• Karen highlights the importance of recording and using personal health data to advocate for better medical care.

5. Common Menopausal Symptoms

• Symptoms like weight gain, brain fog, joint pain, gut health changes, and sleep issues.

• Unexpected symptoms, including changes in eyesight, skin dryness, vertigo, and more.

• Importance of strength training and tracking symptoms to address evolving health needs.

6. The Emotional Impact of Menopause

• Menopause can be traumatic due to physical, emotional, and relational changes.

• Some women may experience a sense of loss, especially related to femininity or self-image.

• Support systems and open communication with partners and healthcare providers are vital.

7. Advocating for Self-Care and Seeking Knowledge

• Importance of being proactive about one’s health and finding a knowledgeable healthcare provider.

• Encouragement for women to trust their intuition and seek second opinions if they feel unheard.

• Karen’s advice: Normal doesn’t mean untreatable; advocate for yourself, and listen to your body.

8. Exercise and Health

• Emphasis on weight-bearing exercises to support bone density and overall wellness.

• Both Tami and Karen encourage finding a suitable fitness program to support health through menopause and beyond.

The podcast highlighted the significance of understanding menopause, tracking symptoms, self-advocacy, and the importance of sharing information to support women’s health through all stages of menopause.

Website: www.Midlifehealthcoach.com

IG: @midlife_health_coach

FB: www.facebook.com/MidlifeCoachingWithKaren

Amazon Link: Navigating Menopause https://www.amazon.com/dp/B0DH2PWF67

Freebie: Are You in Perimenopause health quiz https://www.midlifehealthcoach.com/quiz

BIO Karen Cerezo is a nationally board-certified health coach, personal trainer, nutritionist, and wellness advocate with a mission to empower midlife women to live their healthiest, happiest lives. Specializing in peri to post-menopause, Karen brings over 10 years of experience guiding women through the new season through movement, nutrition, mindset, and knowledge!  Her expertise, combined with her own personal journey, has shaped her relatable, supportive approach to thriving in midlife.

As the author of Navigating Menopause, Karen provides women with practical tools and strategies to thrive in every aspect of their lives—from managing stress and boosting energy to achieving hormone harmony with over 20 trackers helping women monitor their health and receive the best medical treatment for their unique menopause journey. Her engaging, informative style has made her a trusted voice in the wellness community.

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Podcast Episode Summary: Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma with Kiawna Brinson Clayton

Topic: The Importance of Self-Care, Caregiving, and Mental Health Post-Covid

In this episode of “Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma,” host Tami Lysher interviews Kiawna Brinson Clayton, a movement educator, pastor, and trauma-certified professional, who owns a movement studio in Newport News, Virginia. The discussion focuses on the critical need for self-care, especially in the post-Covid world, where mental health issues like anxiety and depression have surged.

Key Themes:

1. Self-Care and Caregiving:

Kiawna and Tami explore the importance of self-care, not just for individuals but also for caregivers—those who are taking care of family members, children with diagnoses like autism or sensory issues, or even their clients, as in the case of movement educators. Kiawna emphasizes that caregiving roles extend beyond the home, including the care movement educators provide in their studios.

2. Post-Covid Mental Health Crisis:

Both Tami and Kiawna reflect on the significant rise in mental health issues since Covid, with many people experiencing heightened anxiety and depression. Caregivers are often on the front lines of managing the well-being of their family members or clients, adding to their own stress and emotional burden.

3. Challenges of Self-Care in Modern Life:

Kiawna notes that while many of her clients come to her studio for an hour of self-care, it’s often the only time they dedicate to themselves. The session dives into how busy lifestyles, particularly for women, often lead to neglecting self-care, and how societal pressures and roles as caregivers contribute to this imbalance.

4. Misconceptions About Self-Care:

Getting a manicure or pedicure, while enjoyable, don’t necessarily provide the deep relaxation and reset our nervous systems need. She stresses the importance of incorporating practices that allow the body and mind to truly unwind, such as breathwork, which she has introduced in group settings.

5. Heightened Stress and Fight-or-Flight Mode:

Kiawna and Tami discuss how many people are stuck in a fight-or-flight response due to external stressors like natural disasters and ongoing crises. This continuous state of stress further emphasizes the need for intentional and restorative self-care practices.

6. Breakdowns and the Importance of Awareness:

While Kiawna hasn’t directly witnessed client breakdowns, she frequently hears stories from clients who reach a breaking point. These stories have made her more aware of the importance of self-care, not just for others but also for herself, as she shares her own experiences of managing stress.

Takeaway:

This episode reminds listeners of the necessity of self-care, especially in times of heightened stress and caregiving responsibilities. Kiawna’s work in movement education highlights the importance of creating space for clients to nurture themselves, while Tami encourages a deeper look into how we can restore our nervous systems and maintain balance in our lives.

Contact Kiawna Brinson Clayton

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Contact Tami Lysher

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In the podcast “Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma,” host Tami Lysher interviews Kasia Derbyszewska, who has a background in neuroscience and curriculum design, specifically using Universal Design for Learning (UDL). The discussion focuses on how UDL addresses the “predictable variability” of learners and aims to create flexible, adaptive learning environments that consider emotional and cognitive needs. Kasia emphasizes the importance of safety, agency, and belonging in learning environments, and how biases can be mitigated by thoughtful design.

They also explore the integration of nervous system regulation into UDL, noting that feeling safe is fundamental for effective learning. This involves movement, breathwork, and finding joy from within, with techniques like humming and playful activities helping regulate the nervous system. Tami and Kasia stress the importance of designing environments that accommodate all learners, allowing them to authentically express themselves and find their voice and choice.

The conversation also touches on the impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on movement and learning, and how important it is to incorporate movement into learning environments to foster emotional and cognitive well-being. They conclude by highlighting the variability in needs and approaches to nervous system regulation and the value of incorporating these principles into educational settings.

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On this episode of Embracing Change Talking Through Trauma Dr. KTap discuss her health journey and how it has influenced her professionally

Dr. Kathryn Tapper, aka Dr. KTap, is a dynamic force in holistic wellness. A Mayo Clinic-trained family medicine physician, she's transformed her own health journey into a powerful mission to help others, especially high-performing women. With over a decade of medical expertise and personal experience as a chronic illness patient, Dr. KTap is a beacon of empowerment, wisdom, insight and impact.

She's flipping the script on traditional healthcare, emphasizing a holistic approach to well-being that addresses mind, body, spirit, and so much more. As the founder of GLOW Coaching, Dr. KTap empowers high-performing women to find connection, calm, and confidence by rediscovering their inner radiance.

Recognized as one of MSN's "Top 15 Health Experts," Dr. KTap is set to inspire even more with her upcoming book, "You Are Greater Than Your Diagnosis."

Links and Contact Info:

Free gift: https://www.drktap.com/holistichealingguide

Website: www.drktap.com

LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/drktap

IG: @drktap

Email: [email protected]

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In this episode of Embracing Change: Talking Through Trauma, I speak with Kiawna Brinson-Clayton about the crucial topic of Self-Care for the Caregiver. We dive deep into the many layers of self-care, emphasizing its importance for those who dedicate their lives to caring for others. Caring for yourself is not just beneficial but necessary to sustain the energy, compassion, and strength required to effectively support others.

Kiawna is a passionate advocate for health and wellness, with over 7 years of experience training clients. She holds certifications as a Personal Trainer, Expert Pilates Trainer (Expert Rating), and Strength and Conditioning Coach (ACE). As a mother, pastor, and Trauma-Informed Movement Educator, Kiawna brings a holistic approach to her work. Her mission is to help clients maintain healthy, active lifestyles through a balanced combination of exercise and nutrition.

Kiawna truly embodies the role of a "Personal Trainer," but she sees herself more as a "Movement Coach," building deep relationships with her clients and providing the individualized support they need on their health journeys. Her belief that everyone deserves to live their healthiest life underscores the importance of self-care for caregivers, ensuring they can continue to uplift and inspire others without burning out.