Women’s health care is not the same across the world. In the US and most western countries, women’s health care is readily available, but we do know enough. Are we educated about our bodies and the basic fundamentals of our reproductive health? Mostly, the answer is no. As we spend 2025 leaning into our five masters, we are uncovering natural approaches to women's health. Dr. Monica Minjeur and I sat down to talk menstrual cycles, fertility, permimenopause and menopause, because if you want to empower yourself, you must empower the whole self.

This conversation gets down to the basics of the functions of the female body.

Let’s dive in!

1. Five Master Areas of Personal Growth:

   • Mental, Emotional, Physical, Spiritual & Financial Health.

2. Introduction to Women's Health with Dr. Monica Minjeur:

   • Focus on natural approaches to women's health and fertility at Radiant Clinic.

   • Importance of understanding menstrual cycles for overall health.

3. Understanding Menstrual Cycles:

   • Normal cycle length is 27-35 days.

   • Importance of tracking ovulation as a vital sign for female hormone health.

4. Fertility Awareness Methods (FAM):

   • Cervical mucus observation as a primary indicator.

   • Basal body temperature tracking and urinary LH strips discussed.

5. Debunking Myths About Fertility Tracking:

   • Modern FAM methods are scientifically proven with high efficacy rates comparable to traditional birth control methods.

6. Perimenopause vs Menopause Explained:

   • Perimenopause can start up to 10 years before menopause; characterized by irregular periods and symptoms like mood swings due to hormonal fluctuations in estrogen and progesterone levels.

   • How both phases impact a woman

7. Lifestyle Recommendations Across Reproductive Stages:

   • Prioritizing sleep (aim for 8 hours).

   • Regular movement/exercise (at least 30 minutes daily).

   • Balanced diet avoiding pro-inflammatory foods such as processed sugars/foods.

"Ovulation is another vital sign just like blood pressure or heart rate." – Dr. Monica Minger

"We want better education for our daughters than we had ourselves." – Danielle Vann

• Empower yourself through education about your own body’s signals and advocate for your health needs.

• Learn more about women’s health services at Radiant Clinic.

• Instagram: radiantclinic_

• Facebook: Radiant Clinic

• Podcast: “Cycle Wisdom”

• Email: [email protected]

• Dr. Monica Minjeur is the founder and CEO of Radiant Clinic in Cedar Rapids, IA. The mission of Radiant Clinic is to restore natural menstrual cycles to improve health and promote fertility. As a board-certified family medicine physician, Dr. Minjeur specializes in testing and treatment for irregular or painful periods, PCOS, recurrent miscarriages, infertility, postpartum depression, PMS/PMDD and other gynecological conditions. She is a member of the International Institute of Restorative Reproductive Medicine and has completed additional medical training in NeoFertility, NaPro Technology, and FEMM Medical Management. Dr. Minjeur is passionate about providing education for using fertility awareness methods to get to the root cause of menstrual-related concerns and improve the health of the women she serves

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Happy 2025!

It’s time to take action and become your greatest self! That begs the question, how? You need a life plan! In today’s episode, I’m breaking down how to create your much needed life plan with the work you’ve already done—diving into what you want, need, and how you want to feel! We are bringing our four-week journey to a close with this step-by-step plan.

Let’s dive in!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

When creating your life plan, you must answer one important question: What legacy do you want to leave?

This question and answer allows you to have more awareness of what's important to you. If you put action into your life, your life will change.

WHY MUST YOU CREATE A LIFE PLAN:

-Highlights what is utmost important to you

-Keeps you accountable

-Gives you the confidence to take action to overcome your fears

-Understandable way to get to obtainable goals because you have broken your goals down into actionable steps

-Helps you prioritize

Create a life plan instead of New Year Resolutions! This is a far more sustainable way to move forward.

STEP-BY-STEP TO CREATING A LIFE PLAN:

1. Start with creating your vision statement

   Imagine your dream life. What does it look like? What does it feel like? Be specific in the details. What do you look like in this vision—meaning, what kind of energy are you putting out?

   Picture yourself already there and write out your vision. If you need help, use these questions: Do you see? What do you hear? Who are you with? How do you spend your days? How much money do you make? How are you making that money? What have you accomplished? Where do you live? What emotions and feelings are you feeling?

   What is your daily routine look like? Once you've written out your vision, think about what you need to achieve in order to make that vision come about.

2. , What do you need to achieve in order to make that vision a reality?

   Do you need to go back to school? Increase your income? Change your health? List what you must do.

3. Turn this into a more visual form, whether that's on a social media board or even just on a vision board.

4. Perform a personal assessment

   A personal assessment is where we're looking at your achievement so far up until this point in your life. It's like taking stock of your success and failures.

   And by the way, many people hate doing this because they become really concerned that they haven't done enough. Stop the judgment. Just look at the lessons that you've learned, the experiences that you're not willing to repeat.

   When you're doing your personal assessment plan, look at all of the areas of your life: relationships and personal growth, finances, emotional well-being, your community, your career, your physical health, the five master areas of your life. Rate your happiness factor from 1 to 5.

5. Adjust your focus

   What is step one?

6. Create SMART Goals

   S - Specific

   M - Measurable

   A - Attainable

   R - Relevant

   T - Time bound

7. Set Deadlines and Reviews

   How am I going to stay motivated?

   You're going to have a deflation of your motivation and some unforeseen challenge. The answer is to allow yourself to take breaks and come back to your plan. It’s your accountability partner. Most importantly, stay in action.

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We're in week three of our journey of exploring four key questions for a fulfilling life. We've asked what we want and need; today, we'll explore how we want to feel—a crucial question that goes beyond surface emotions like happiness or joy.

It's easy to say we want to be happy or content, but you must dig deeper. What are the underlying motivations behind these desires? By identifying these core emotions, you can better understand what drives you and what holds you back from achieving them.

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Recognizing barriers is crucial. Whether it's toxic relationships that drain your energy or negative self-talk that erodes your confidence, acknowledging these obstacles is the first step toward overcoming them. For instance, if you constantly feels overwhelmed due to a packed schedule driven by societal pressures rather than personal satisfaction, it might be time for introspection.

Identifying Deeper Motivations

• Questions to explore underlying motivations for wanting specific feelings

• Connection between emotions and personal desires

Overcoming Emotional Barriers

• Identifying internal and external obstacles preventing desired emotions

• Importance of recognizing emotional blocks

Reflective Exercise

• Instruction for self-reflection exercise on emotional challenges

• Encouragement to identify patterns, people, or situations as obstacles

Letting Go and Increasing Positives

• The importance of letting go and increasing positivity

• Strategies for letting go of emotional drains and increasing positive habits

Sustainable Changes

• Emphasis on making small, intentional shifts towards desired emotions

• Suggestions for creating sustainable emotional plans

Setting Intentions and Long-Term Goals

• Importance of intention-setting for emotional consistency

• Creating a detailed emotional plan with specific daily actions

Conclusion and Next Steps

• Preview of the next episode focusing on integrating all insights

• Encouragement to focus on emotions and take consistent action

Practical Takeaways:

1. Reflective Practice: Regularly assess your day-to-day feelings; understand what's blocking you from achieving them fully.

2. Let Go & Increase Strategy: Determine which aspects of life are draining vs. those that uplift you—adjust accordingly without drastic measures.

3. Consistent Habits Over Resolutions: Engage in manageable actions like practicing gratitude or meditation for long-term transformation rather than fleeting resolutions.

4. Self-compassionate Approach: Balance ambition with kindness towards yourself during this journey toward emotional well-being.

    

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As we approach 2025, it's time to reconnect with ourselves by uncovering our true desires and needs. In this four-week series, we continue to explore and find clarify for what you truly want in life. Grab a pen and notebook as we dive into understanding needs versus wants.

Most of us focus on life's big picture but often overlook small details that can lead to empowerment. Let's identify fundamental needs—like food, water, safety—and differentiate them from wants. We'll assess where you are now and pinpoint any missing elements before taking action.

The Importance of Reconnecting with Yourself

• The significance of the upcoming new year

• Uncovering and identifying what you truly want from life

Understanding Needs vs. Wants

• Defining what a need is

• Differentiating between needs and wants

• Assessing current life situations and identifying missing elements

Life Inventory Exercise

• Exploring the '5 masters': mental, emotional, physical, spiritual, and financial areas

• Questions to ask yourself about different aspects of life

Identifying Core Needs

• Understanding and identifying missing needs

• Reflection on desires and values

• Visualizing future scenarios if needs remain unmet

Engaging with Your Intuition

• Tuning into gut feelings and the inner voice

• Exercises to connect with intuition and recognize needs

Setting Intentions and Taking Action

• The role of intentions in meeting needs

• Picking a focus area and setting specific intentions

• Importance of small, consistent actions towards fulfilling needs

Ongoing Journey and Encouragement

• The continuous nature of identifying and meeting needs

• Encouragement for engaging with exercises and sharing experiences

A sneak peek into the next episode: Focusing on feelings

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As we wind down the year, headed to a new twelve months in 2025, we are starting a 4-week journey together. A journey designed to help you reflect on the most fundamental questions that guide your life. Together, we are diving into a question that seems so deceptive simple yet is so profoundly how for. That question is, What do I want? As we explore this question, we're going to uncover that the answers aren't just about surface level desires or even material goods. It's about uncovering your authentic self, your values, and your visions for the future. And by the end of this conversation, you’ll have practical tools to help you answer that question and help you start aligning your life with the things that matter most to you. The Central Question:

• Explore the deceptively simple yet profound question: “What do I want?”

• Uncover desires beyond material needs; focus on aligning with values and visions for the future.

• Four Essential Questions for Reflection:

  • What do I want?

  • What do I need?

  • How do I want to feel?

  • How will I get there?

• Desire Mapping Exercise:

  • Identify personal desires in areas such as personal growth, professional goals, health improvements, and relationship enhancements.

  • Reflect without judgment—what truly resonates with you?

• Clarifying Values:

  • List core values that resonate deeply (e.g., accountability, creativity).

  • Narrow down to top five values that align with your true self.

• Vision Creation:

  • Envision an ideal future using a vision statement or board.

  • Integrate desires and values into a clear direction for achieving long-term goals.

1. Desire Mapping: Break down what you desire across key life areas.

2. Value Identification: Clarify core personal values; ensure alignment between actions and these principles.

3. Vision Crafting: Create a vivid picture of your ideal future through statements or visual boards.

4. Action Planning: Develop actionable steps based on identified desires/values leading towards envisioned futures.

• The process is ongoing; revisit regularly as part of continual growth.

• Align actions with intentions by setting realistic timelines/goals guided by clarified desires/values/visions.

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Are you moving through something big right now? You are not alone! However, we often think we are when we move through significant moments. In this space, we struggle to let go of what is no longer serving us because fear and guilt trump our needs and our perceived worthiness to have a grounded, healthy, and happy life.

And thanks to fear, many believe that letting go is impossible, traumatic, or downright impossible. The truth is, there is a shadow side to healing. Yet, there are ways to soften the blow by doing deep preliminary work ahead of our healing.  

This week we are doing just that through a one-on-one deep dive into the process of letting go. We’re entering a space where we consciously create a path for our deepest desires, the self-awareness process, and learning how to let go of people and relationships, heavy emotions and trauma, attachment, and the obstacles that stand in our way.

So, let’s shift our perspectives and our ability to heal, move forward, and own our most extraordinary, most empowered life.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Introduction

01:32 A big question: Are you moving through something right now?

02:41 So many women are seeking change by letting go of what is no longer serving them right now!

04:39 Answering the top questions: How do we move on?  

05:00 Three hard truths of letting go

         #1: Holding onto anything that doesn’t serve you is a conscious, willing choice

         #2: There’s a shadow side to healing

         #3: You have the ability to move through or let go of anything once you stop getting in your own way

08:03 Look at the four areas of letting go we are most impacted in:

          Letting go of a person or relationship

          Letting go of an attachment

          Letting go of trauma or difficult emotions

          Letting go of the past

08:36 One “little” thing you must have in place before you can let go – self-trust

09:51 Self-trust goes beyond knowing you can do something. It’s about relying on yourself and knowing what you need.

12:09 Self-trust is formed through taking responsibility

14:36 Letting go of a person or a relationships – what is required before letting go

17:27 The exercise of stripping away the emotions to get down to the facts

21:45 Engaging in mindfulness serves us in this process, and then we call the emotions back in

23:00 Looking at how control keeps us in suffering

24:19 Letting go of attachment

25:36 Another hard truth: Our struggles come from our attachment

26:16 We must learn to justify less

29:40 We must use self-compassion when letting go, and the four questions that help us lean into it

31:13 The act of “holding lightly” is a beautiful practice

31:59 Letting go of trauma and hard emotions

33:58 Using our emotions for our benefit

36:35 Letting go of the past

38:18 How do we let go? Step-by-step

          #1 Outline what you need and want

41:12 #2 Be prepared for the hard times. Create an intention, activity, or mantra to serve you

43:31 #3 Create distance

46:20 #4 Do your own work

46:51 #5 Give yourself space and time to grieve

47:20 #6 Allow your emotions to flow

48:39 #7 Lean into forgiveness

49:39 #8 Be willing to adapt

50:22 #9 Witness your experiences through a lens of gratitude

52:17 Actively move into peace through doing the work

53:20 Surround yourself with your tribe

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In this episode, we're talking about choices and natural consequences. We're diving deep into the art of making decisions that not only shape your future but also nourish your soul. Whether you're at a crossroads or just looking to build more momentum, this episode is all about harnessing the power of self-awareness, trust, and resilience by deciding what works for you. Because the best investment you can make is in yourself.So, take a deep breath, center your thoughts, and let's unlock the tools to help you make decisions that align with your true self.

• Understanding Choices:

  • Explore how everyday decisions influence tomorrow’s realities.

  • Learn about the ripple effect of consistent decision-making patterns.

• The Importance of Accountability:

  • Discover why taking ownership of your choices is crucial for personal growth.

  • Consider long-term wellness versus instant gratification.

• Visualizing Outcomes:

  • Visualize where you want to be in a year or five years from now.

  • Align current actions with future aspirations for financial independence, career changes, etc.

• Safety and Decision-Making:

  • Establish safety as a foundation for making sound decisions.

  • Trust yourself despite past mistakes by creating a secure environment for choice-making.

1. Define Decisions Clearly: Identify problems needing solutions – whether related to health, career, relationships or finances.

2. Set Objectives & Gather Information: Clarify end goals without overthinking; gather relevant data internally or externally if needed.

3. Evaluate Priorities & Weigh Pros/Cons: Align choices with values/goals; assess benefits vs risks to find motivation and avoid decision fatigue.

4. Consider Emotional/Rational Responses: Balance gut feelings with logical analysis while considering both immediate gratification and long-term impacts.

5. Seek Advice When Needed: Gain perspectives from trusted individuals but remember final responsibility lies within oneself after weighing options against personal priorities/objectives effectively!

6. Commitment And Action Plan Creation : Once confident about chosen direction , fully commit avoiding second guessing ; take action implementing necessary steps towards achieving desired outcomes !

• Are my daily choices leading me toward thriving rather than merely surviving?

• How do I ensure that today’s actions contribute positively towards my envisioned future?

  Thank you for tuning in!

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If you've ever felt overwhelmed by emotions like anger or fear, it’s time explore emotional transmutation—turning feelings into constructive energy. In this one-on-one deep dive, we are exploring emotional transmutation and we’re learning how to harness your emotions for positive change rather than letting them hold you back.

Emotions are simply energy in motion; they aren't inherently good or bad. By understanding this, you can redirect your life right here, right now!

Let’s dive in!

KEY TAKEAWAYS:

Emotional Transmutation Defined:

Understanding how to transform feelings into positive actions.

Emotions as energy in motion—how they can be redirected.

Awareness and Acknowledgment:

Recognizing and validating your emotions without judgment.

Importance of identifying the source of your feelings.

Channeling Emotional Energy:

Practical steps to redirect intense emotions like anger, sadness, or fear.

Using creative outlets such as writing or physical activity for emotional release.

Self-Compassion and Reflection:

Practicing self-compassion during emotional processing.

Reflecting on what each emotion teaches you about yourself.

Practical Exercises:

Pause and check-in with current emotions; identify where they're felt physically.

Reframe situations by understanding what triggers certain responses.

Create action plans using emotions constructively (e.g., assertive communication from anger).

Thank you for tuning in! Remember that practicing emotional transformation leads to greater control over reactions and enhances personal development. Until next time, be kind to yourself!

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Is your life owning you or do you own it?

Big question, right?

After years of studying our experiences, emotions, and behaviors, there’s one thing that I know with absolute certainty and clarity, our personal history, our stories, have incredible, therapeutic healing power.

The problem is most of us do not use this power to our advantage. There is a tool that each of us has access to that is self-directed and requires nothing more than your thoughts, a pen, and a piece of paper.

What is it?

It’s journaling.

This week we are diving into a deeper form of journaling called subconscious journaling. When done correctly it soothes the soul, unlocks the subconscious, and opens the door to a genuine, non-judgment conversation with the self. You DO have the power to change your life by using your own words and life experiences.

Key Takeaways:

00:00 Introduction

01:45 The power of journaling and how we are not using our experiences to our advantages

04:35 A vulnerability moment: How journaling served me in my own healing journey

07:07 How journaling serves your personal history and healing journey

08:53 Listening to the urges around you. Sometimes others can see what you cannot

10:48 Picking up your pen is one of the bravest things you can do

13:57 How to dive into your subconscious mind

15:18 Looking at the subconscious impact once you dive in

17:52 How the ego acts as the voice (the spokesperson) of the subconscious

20:42 Rule to adhere to while journaling through the subconscious

22:03 How devices disrupt journaling

23:28 Return to a beginner mindset and how to get started

24:04 Step #1 Set an intention. What is your why?

24:54 Therapeutic journaling is not only for healing, but also for growth, too

25:48 Step #2 Set a scheduled routine. The importance of creating an appointment with the self

29:15 Step #3 Find your space

31:26 Start where you are right now and give yourself permission to meet who you truly are

32:44 Give yourself permission to drop into your feelings

35:17 Move into conscious thought to review what came up in your writing

37:04 Be willing to receive the wisdom of your story and words

38:11 Release a time limit on telling your story and how to do a Brain Dump. (For step-by-step instructions, visit the link or www.danielleavann.com/the-art-of-a-brain-dump)

39:08 How to create prompts that are self-directed instead of the generic prompts on the internet

40:23 Journaling techniques to try. #1 Springboard Technique

41:40 Technique #2: Inner Conversation with self

42:58 Technique #3: Stepping Stones

44:14 Technique #4: The Brain Map/Mind Map

46:27 Signs you are not in the subconscious

48:51 Other Benefits of Journaling

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In a world where challenges seem to multiply daily, finding peace can feel like an uphill battle. Hopelessness is more than just a fleeting emotion; it's an overwhelming state that engulfs individuals in feelings of sadness, isolation, and despair. In this week’s deep dive, we examine how our brains often fabricate untrue narratives that intensify these feelings—stories we tell ourselves about being inadequate or unable to change our circumstances.

Breaking free from this cycle by nurturing hope—a zest for life characterized by anticipating positive outcomes and feeling safe within oneself takes the emotional turmoil out of the picture. Instead of saying, screw it, it’s hopeless, you have the power to lean into hope through a few practical mindset tools.

• Understanding Hopelessness:

  • Exploration of emotions like despair, sadness, sorrow, depression.

  • How our brain creates stories that reinforce negative thoughts.

• The Role of Hope:

  • Definition and importance of maintaining hope as a shield against adversity.

  • Duality in experiences—acknowledging both positive and negative truths.

• Strategies to Cultivate Hope:

  • Identifying when your brain is lying; challenging cognitive distortions.

  • Focusing on small steps towards solutions rather than overwhelming goals.

• The SHINE Framework for Building Hope:

  • Stress Skills: Techniques like breathwork or activating the vagus nerve to manage stress responses.

  • Happiness Habits: Establishing daily routines that foster joy and fulfillment.

  • Inspired Action: Setting achievable goals with micro-actions leading toward larger objectives.

  • Network for Hope: Building supportive relationships that provide perspective and encouragement.

  • Eliminating Challenges to Hope: Recognizing internal dialogue or beliefs that hinder positivity.

1. Create happiness habits by identifying simple joys in daily life (e.g., morning coffee ritual).

2. Develop inspired action plans using micro-goals (e.g., breaking down tasks into smaller components).

3. Engage in mindfulness practices such as meditation or gratitude journaling.

By becoming investigators truth challenging distorted narratives created within minds reevaluating approaches generating renewed sense optimism possibilities unfold before us even amidst difficulties encountered along way!

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