GenX Hits Menopause

MD, OBGYN, Reproductive Endocrinologist, coach, athlete, mom and perpetual student Dr. Tina Koopersmith shows us how discovering our own individual true joy can help us finally move on from perennial state of 'survival stress' to a new state of true healing and regeneration.

Turning On Your Superheroine

Starting with a big question  - why it is imperative for women to rediscover their voice now -  Heather and Tina dive deep into how women's expectations and experiences are shaped by societal expectations and norms. Women have actual superpowers - like bringing new life into the world. Why doesn't our culture in general seem to see us that way? As women, how can we turn on the superheroine already inside each one of us?

What does it mean to really listen to your body and understand its signals, instead of listening to something else? How do we help ourselves - and each other - find lessons in pain, challenges, even disease? More importantly, how can we learn to hear our bodies signaling the need for change?

Tina shares experiences and observations that have lead her to conclude that staying "turned on" with pleasure and joy is essential for living the life we want, while living in pain and constant suffering will likely lead us to overall stagnation and even further illness.

Tina speaks to the importance of sexuality for our greater wellness, expanding the notion beyond the physical act to a state of being truly present and experiencing pleasure beyond societal boundaries, which often prevent women from fully owning their sexuality and pleasure.

Finally, Tina introduces the concept of erotic blueprints, which help us better understand the different ways that different people experience arousal and pleasure, including ourselves and our partners. Relaxation, self-care, and creating balance come up, as well as the importance of open communication for our greater well being, especially in menopause, which can change a woman's sexual blueprint altogether.

Dr. Tina Koopersmith, MD,  is a board-certified OBGYN and Reproductive Endocrinologist (REI) as well as a board-certified practitioner of Integrative Medicine. Tina is also a coach, best-selling author, speaker, athlete, always a mom and perpetual student. She is dedicated to modifying our health care system from one focused on illness and sickness to one devoted to prevention and wellness. For 30 years as a fertility specialist, she focused on bringing life to her patients and now she wants to bring humans back to life. She starts with the premise we all have the same parts and very similar DNA, and yet we all have different experiences and imprinting. Our unique signature means we are all wired to access safety and pleasure in a slightly different fashion. Diversity is to be praised and celebrated. When we are able to find safety and pleasure, we can move from our “childhood” survival stress mode to our Wise sage self. In this state, healing and recovery and regeneration thrive and we get to celebrate all of life with acceptance of the NOW. In this state, there is empathy, compassion and innovation and connection. Health requires us to nourish and integrate all 4 of our bodies: the mind body, the heart body, the physical body and the energetic body because we are ALL worthy of self-care, self-acceptance and self-love. Learn more at tinakoopersmith.com

Transformation mentor and artist Janet Hogan takes us on a powerful journey, detailing her evolution from what she describes as an "innocuous self" to fully embracing her authentic being. We dive deep into what it actually means to live authentically, and how much that's tied to empowering others to do the same. Together, we explore letting go of people-pleasing tendencies and the societal routines that keep us from becoming who we want to be and who we were meant to be.

For many women, growing up and being encouraged to emulate men in order to succeed in a man's world meant suppressing parts of ourselves. We delve into the healing process of shedding limiting beliefs and dismantling false identities to discover our true selves. 

We discuss with Janet how laughter releases emotions and hormones that significantly reduce stress; helps process difficult emotions; and yes, activates your endocannabinoid system for greater health and well being.

Purpose and Transformation Mentor
Creator of The Process® From Pain To Purpose

A transformational expert who aligns your core drivers with your innate talent, turning your life’s purpose into a profitable business. A 6x entrepreneur, Janet has ground-up experience in establishing a wide range of businesses, from award-winning restaurants and wedding venues to multi million dollar real estate developments.    

Her most formative years were the 20 she spent in advertising, establishing her own ad agency, Oddfellows, with partner Ralph, in Sydney, Australia. Advertising spoke to her fascination with human behavior and problem solving, combining both to create some of the country’s most high profile and often controversial consumer brand campaigns. It’s the same skill set she applies today, but this time directed towards developing the human brand, through her unique program, The Process® From Pain To Purpose. 

Janet’s greatest passion lies in helping business leaders and professionals break free from the shackles of a scripted life to realize their vision, be rewarded for their true value and fulfill their ultimate purpose in life.

Heather and John dive deep into the world of topical botanicals in this episode. Discover how these natural wonders can impact your health beyond skin deep, targeting your immune system, mood, and pain through transdermal absorption. Learn about the crucial role of carrier oils like jojoba, and explore potent botanicals such as copaiba and frankincense. They also touch on the complexities of hemp extraction and the importance of understanding product ingredients. Tune in for an enlightening conversation on how to harness the power of botanicals for holistic wellness.

Heather, founder of Rockstar Blends, hosts beauty and wellness professional Assunta Swier on the GenX Hits Menopause podcast to discuss the physical and emotional impact of menopause from the perspective of their peers and clients. They highlight that candid conversations about menopausal experiences, including debilitating dryness, pain, and changes in intimacy, are primarily happening among women organically in their daily lives, rather than within the medical establishment.

Heather and Assunta discuss how the decline of estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone during menopause can cause various health issues, including osteoporosis and deteriorating eyesight. Challenging the misconception that hormone replacement therapy leads to cancer, they discuss potential benefits for women at different ages, and delve into the emotional challenges of menopause and how these can negatively impact relationships and self-esteem.

At 52, Assunta Swier is a passionate entrepreneur and advocate for preventative health, whose journey began in the most unexpected way. After a six-month stay in the ICU following the birth of her first child, she was forced to confront the importance of advocating for her own health. The experience, compounded by the financial devastation of mounting medical bills, led her and her husband to rebuild their lives from the ground up with a newfound mission: understanding why and how this could happen to someone healthy, young, and happy.

Today, Assunta lives a metabolically healthy lifestyle, prioritizing the elimination of toxic chemicals, foods, and environments. Her work focuses on educating others about the 5+1 Pillars of Longevity and Health, empowering individuals and families to lead cleaner, greener lives.

You can follow her journey and learn more on YouTube and Instagram, where she shares insights on building a life rooted in health, resilience, and sustainability.

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Ayurvedic Doctor of Osteopathy Melissa Morgan addresses the questions "From a medical perspective, what is the endocannabinoid system? What are some concrete, simple things that people can do to empower themselves to find balance by nurturing it?"  Learn Dr.Melissa's top recommendations for simple changes anyone can make to feel better by activating the endocannabinoid system they've always had.

Dr. Melissa Morgan is a highly sought-after Doctor of Osteopathy and medical marijuana doctor currently seeing patients for The Sanctuary Wellness Institute in Lakeland and Spring Hill, FL. She received her medical degree from Nova Southeastern University - College of Osteopathic Medicine and has been in practice since 2009.

Dr. Morgan specializes in the use of medical cannabis to treat patients for a broad range of conditions. Practicing in the context of traditional ayurvedic medicine, Dr Morgan offers additional treatment modalities ranging from yoga, acupuncture, & massage therapy to herbal medicines and dietary changes.

Heather introduces herself as founder of Rockstar Blends and her husband John as her wingman on the inaugural episode of 'GenX Hits Menopause'. Together they discuss how the podcast came to be through Mission Matters, the origin story and mission of Rockstar Blends, and the kinds of guests and discussions listeners can expect in future episodes.

Heather's husband John Hiemstra is also her partner in founding Rockstar Blends and now her podcast wingman for 'GenX  Hits Menopause'.