Girlish Gurus

Girlish Gurus

By girlishgurusEducationSelf-Improvement
Download on the App Store

Girlish Gurus episodes

  • Season’s Eatings Series: Healthy Side Dishes

    In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Lorraine share some tips on eating healthy for the holidays! We share the research, and begin with some yummy side dishes that you can enjoy with your loved ones this holiday season!

    Both easy and delicious, we are excited for you to bring some Season's Eatings flair to your holiday table. 

    Here's to a deliciously healthy holiday season!

     

    Some of the key topics of the discussion include:

    • 🥘Timeless Classics, Refreshed: Love those holiday staples but looking for a healthier spin? We got you.
  • The Research on Healthy Holiday meals
  • The Season’s Eatings Recipe EBook: FREE Download for you!

    •  

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    The Season’s Eatings Recipe EBook Download

    Forbe’s Healthy Eating for The Holidays

    Pacific Neuroscience Institute: How to Enjoy a Healthyish Holiday Meal

    Cleveland Clinic: Tips for Eating Healthy During the Holidays

    If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow, or subscribe wherever you listen-we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or on our YouTube channel!

    Don’t forget to follow us and leave a review! We appreciate you!

     

    You can find us on social media or our website at:

     

    Instagram: @girlishgurus

                        @joyalfordbrand

                        @susanlr512

                        @themagicofmenopause

    Website: www.girlishgurus.com

     

                 

     

    Hashtags:

    #healthyholidays #healthysidedishes #seasonseatings #eathealthyfortheholidays #holidaytreats

    #holidaycooking #freerecipes #easyholidayrecipes #holidaysidedishes #yummyrecipesfortheholidays #holidayrecipes #holidayrecipeguide #freeholidayrecipes #holidaycookbook #menopause #perimenopause #postmenopause #womenover40 #womenover50 #womenover60

     

    #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging #reframingaging #womensupportingwomen

    #womenempowerment #Midlifewomen #lifeover50

     

    29 min
  • The Girlish Gurus Go on A Menopause Retreat in Tuscany!

    In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Lorraine share the highlights of their recent experience on a menopause retreat in Tuscany!  We discuss the benefits of menopause and wellness retreats and share several heartfelt reviews from some of the other women who joined us on this retreat.

    Some of the key topics of the discussion include:

    • The rise of the Menopause Wellness Retreat
  • Statistics surrounding menopause
  • The 600 billion Dollar “business” of menopause
  • Fun and enlightening take-aways from our recent retreat experience

    • Resources mentioned in this episode:

    No Longer Taboo: Enter Menopause Wellness Retreats

    Curious about future retreats? Email us at [email protected] and we will add you to the list!

     

    If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow, or subscribe wherever you listen-we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or on our YouTube channel!

    You can find us on social media or our website at:

     

    Instagram: @girlishgurus

                        @joyalfordbrand

                        @susanlr512

                        @themagicofmenopause

    Website: www.girlishgurus.com

    #wellnessretreat #menopauseretreat #retreat #womensretreat #womensretreats #menopause #perimenopause #postmenopause #womenover40 #womenover50 #womenover60 #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging #reframingaging #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #Midlifewomen #lifeover50

     

    31 min
  • The Leading Cause of Death for Women

    In this episode Joy and Lorraine discuss the startling statistics surrounding cardiovascular disease and women’s health and mortality. The discussion includes looks at how Western medicine and medical misogyny may play a role in the health outcomes for many women.

    Some of the key topics of the discussion include:

    • Startling statistics
  • Risk factors: Who is prone to cardiovascular disease?
  • Medical Misogyny: How does this affect a woman’s care and treatment?
  • Signs and Symptoms: What to know and when to call 911
  • Prevention: What are some preventative screenings and lifestyle habits to incorporate?

    •  

     

    Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Cleveland Clinic: A Woman’s Heart is Different

    Not mentioned but worth a read: Lorraine’s article: The Leading Cause of Death For Women

    Life Line Screening: Preventative Screening

    If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow, or subscribe wherever you listen-we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or on our YouTube channel!

    You can find us on social media or our website at:

     

    Instagram: @girlishgurus

                        @joyalfordbrand

                        @susanlr512

                        @themagicofmenopause

    Website: www.girlishgurus.com

     

                        @clevelandclinic

                        @lifelinescreening

                       

     

    Hashtags:

    #clevelandclinic

    #cardiovasculardisease

    #leadingcauseofdeathforwomen

    #preventativescreening

    #preventativehealth

    #cardiovascular

    #medicalmisogyny

    #westernmedicine

    #hearthealth

    #womenshealth

    #heartattack

    #heartattacksymptoms

    #lifelinescreening

     

    #girlishgurus

    #gggems

    #podcast

    #bestlife

    #proaging

    #reframingaging

    #womensupportingwomen

    #womenempowerment

    #Midlifewomen

    #womenover40

    #womenover50

    #womenover60

    #menopause

    #postmenopause

    #perimenopause

     

    31 min
  • The Blue Zones

    In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Lorraine discuss The Blue Zones. These are the areas in the world where you will find the most Centenarians (people who live to over 100 years old!). They share the research done by Dan Buettner, including the 9 Modalities of the healthy lifestyles experienced by the population of these amazing areas of the world, and how we can apply them to our own lives.

    Some of the key topics of the discussion include:

    • 9 Modalities of the healthiest people on Earth:
    • Move Naturally
  • Purpose
  • Downshift
  • 80% Rule
  • Plant Slant
  • Wine @ 5
  • Belong
  • Loved Ones First
  • Right Tribe
  • How we can incorporate these into our own lives

    • Resources mentioned in this episode:

    Netflix Series: Live to 100: Secrets of the Blue Zones

    Dan Buettner’s new book: The Blue Zones Secrets for Living Longer: Lessons from the Healthiest People on Earth.

     

    If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow, or subscribe wherever you listen-we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, Google Podcasts, or on our YouTube channel!

    You can find us on social media or our website at:

     

    Instagram: @girlishgurus

                        @joyalfordbrand

                        @susanlr512

                        @themagicofmenopause

    Website: www.girlishgurus.com

     

                        @danbuettner

                        @bluezones

     

    Hashtags:

    #bluezones

    #danbuettner

    #nationalgeographic

    #secretsforlivinglonger

    #centenarians

    #Ikaria

    #Nicoya

    #lomalinda

    #sardinia

    #okinawa

    #singapore

    #netflix

    #netflixseries

    #Bluezonesdocumentary

    #healthiestpeopleonearth

    #longevity

     

    #girlishgurus

    #gggems

    #podcast

    #bestlife

    #proaging

    #reframingaging

    #womensupportingwomen

    #womenempowerment

    #Midlifewomen

     

    31 min
  • Aging Parents Part 2 - Finding Creative Solutions

    This episode takes us along with Joy and her special guest, her sister Mickey Alford-Lane, through their journey toward helping their father age in place.  Mickey talks about finding solutions that are acceptable to everyone involved and both sisters explain why it is often difficult to help an aging parent.  This is good discussion about an emotional topic that we believe will help many people who are in the same situation.

    If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also watch and listen on our YouTube channel at Girlish Gurus.

    You’ll find us on social media or our website at:

     

    @girlishgurus – Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

     

     

     

     

    Hashtags:

    #agingparents #seniorcare #caregiving #caregivers #aging #caregiver #caregiversupport #dementia #eldercare #aginginplace #elderlycare #familycaregiver #seniorliving #homecare #seniors #assistedliving #elderly #dementiaawareness #dementiacare #alzheimersawareness #retirement #caregiverlife #dementiasupport #homehealthcare #independentliving #alzheimersdisease #alzheimers #memorycare #endalz #inhomecare

    #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging #reframingaging #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #midlifewomen

     

     

    31 min
  • Aging Parents Part 1 - A Cautionary Tale

    In this episode, Joy has a special guest, her sister Mickey Alford-Lane.  Joy and Mickey tell a cautionary tale about their elderly father, what happened when a predator saw an opportunity to exploit him and how that opened a real can of worms.  Stay tuned for the second part of the story where they discuss creative solutions to the issues surrounding caring for aging parents.

    If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also watch and listen on our YouTube channel at Girlish Gurus.

     You’ll find us on social media or our website at:

     

    @girlishgurus – Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

     

     

     

     

    Hashtags:

    #agingparents #seniorcare #caregiving #caregivers #aging #caregiver #caregiversupport #dementia #eldercare #aginginplace #elderlycare #familycaregiver #seniorliving #homecare #seniors #assistedliving #elderly #dementiaawareness #dementiacare #alzheimersawareness #retirement #caregiverlife #dementiasupport #homehealthcare #independentliving #alzheimersdisease #alzheimers #memorycare #endalz #inhomecare

    #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging #reframingaging #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #midlifewomen

     

     

     

    39 min
  • The Benefits of Sunscreen After 45

    In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Susan talk about why you should keep wearing sunscreen after 45 and the safest kinds to wear.  They also discuss the EWG annual sunscreen report and give you tips on the best practices for wearing sunscreen effectively on your face and body.  If you want to keep your skin healthy and reduce the risk of skin cancer, this episode is a great discussion on how to do tht with sunscreen.

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    • com Article: https://www.wellandgood.com/sunscreen-mature-skin/
  • EWG Sunscreen Report: https://www.ewg.org/sunscreen/report/executive-summary/

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also watch and listen on our YouTube channel at Girlish Gurus.

    You’ll find us on social media or our website at:

     

    @girlishgurus – Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

     

     

    @environmentalworkinggroup

    Wellandgood.com

     

    #sunscreen #skincare #spf #sunblock #skincareroutine #serum #beauty #moisturizer #skin #sunprotection #jerawat #skincaretips #cleanser #antiaging #skincareproducts #healthyskin #glowingskin #makeup #sunscreenspf #summer #suncare #acne #toner #beevenom #sun #foundation #daycream #cosmetics #jeragat #tabirsurya

     

    #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging #reframingaging

    #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #midlifewomen

     

    29 min
  • The Importance of Sleep

    In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Susan talk about how sleep is connected to health and longevity. They discuss myths about sleep as you get older, how to get the recommended seven hours, and what to do if you are suffering from sleep abnormalities.  Living your best life after forty-five can start by working on your sleep patterns!

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    • Sleep Foundation Article: https://www.sleepfoundation.org/aging-and-sleep
  • GoodRX Article: https://www.goodrx.com/well-being/sleep/aging
  • Council on Brain Health Article: https://www.ageuk.org.uk/information-advice/health-wellbeing/mind-body/staying-sharp/looking-after-your-thinking-skills/sleep-and-brain-health/
  • Outlive, The Science & Art of Longevity by Dr. Peter Attia https://peterattiamd.com/outlive/

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also watch and listen on our YouTube channel at Girlish Gurus.

     

    You’ll find us on social media or our website at:

     

    @girlishgurus – Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

     

     

    @sleepfoundation

    @goodrx

    @peterattaimd

    ageuk.org.uk

     

    Hashtags:

     

    #sleepbetter #sleep #sleepwell #bettersleep #insomnia #sleeptips #sleephealth #sleeping #health #wellness #sleephelp #sleepapnea #selfcare #healthysleep #mattress #sleepdisorder #snoring #sleeptime #insomniaproblems #sleepy #pillow #goodnightsleep #healthylifestyle #sleepaid #sleepdeprived #goodsleep #relax #bedtime #sleepproblems #sleeptight

     

    #girlishgurus #gggems #podcast #bestlife #proaging #reframingaging #womensupportingwomen #womenempowerment #midlifewomen

     

    35 min
  • Gratitude

    In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Susan talk about gratitude. Whether you keep a gratitude journal, send a thank-you note, or count your blessings, cultivating gratitude in your life can improve your physical, psychological, and social well-being. Gratitude is the gift that keeps on giving – start practicing today!

    Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    • New York Times Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2023/06/08/well/mind/gratitude-health-benefits.html
  • Berkley Greater Good Magazine Article: https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/article/item/why_gratitude_is_good/
  • Harvard Health Publishing Article: https://www.health.harvard.edu/healthbeat/giving-thanks-can-make-you-happier

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also watch and listen on our YouTube channel at Girlish Gurus.

     

    You’ll find us on social media or our website at:

     

    @girlishgurus – Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

     

     

    @nytimes

    @greatergoodmag

    @dr_robertemmons

     

    #gratitude

    #gratitudeattitude

    #gratitudepractice

    #gratitudeworks

    #gratefulness

    #thankful

    #nytimes

    #greatergoodmag

    #harvardhealthpublishing

     

    #girlishgurus

    #gggems

    #podcast

    #bestlife

    #proaging

    #reframingaging

    #womensupportingwomen

    #womenempowerment

    #midlifewomen

     

    32 min
  • Cultivating Freudenfreude

    Shouldn’t we all find pleasure in others’ good fortune?  In this episode of Girlish Gurus, Joy and Susan are talking about just that – Freudenfreude! There are so many positive things that can result from our choosing to be joyful about and celebrating someone else’s success.

    In this episode, we cover several key aspects to Freudenfreude, including:

    • The benefits to others and to us!
  • How societal conditioning has taught us to do the opposite – schadenfreude.
  • Tips for cultivating Freudenfreude in all areas of your life.
  • The “Enlightened self-interest” and “Capitalization Theory” around it.
  • The positive science behind the concept.

    • Resources Mentioned in this Episode:

    • New York Times Article: https://www.nytimes.com/2022/11/25/well/mind/schadenfreude-freudenfreude.html
  • Huff Post Article: https://www.huffpost.com/entry/freudenfreude-in-friendships_l_63b5c468e4b0d6f0b9f7ad79
  • Women’s Health Article: https://www.womenshealthmag.com/uk/health/mental-health/a43095147/what-is-freudenfreude/
  • Netflix Show: Mission: Joy – Finding Happiness in Troubled Times – Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama
  • Half the Sky: Turning Oppression into Opportunity for Women Worldwide: https://www.amazon.com/Half-Sky-Oppression-Opportunity-Worldwide/dp/0307387097

    • If you’d like to enjoy more podcasts, follow us, or subscribe wherever you listen – we are available on Apple Podcasts, Amazon Music, Podbean, Spotify, and Google Podcasts. You can also watch and listen on our YouTube channel at Girlish Gurus.

    You’ll find us on social media or our website at:

    @girlishgurus – Instagram

    @susanlr512 – Instagram and Facebook

    @joyalfordbrand – Instagram

    www.girlishgurus.com

     

     

    @nytimes

    @huffpost

    @womenshealthmag

    @missionjoyfilm

     

     

     

    Hashtags:

    #freudenfreude

    #cultivatejoy

    #celebrateeachother

    #shoy

    #bragitude

    #joy

    #happiness

    #kindness

    #friendship

     

    #nytimes

    #huffpost

    #womenshealthmag

    #missionjoyfilm

    #netflix

    #halfthesky

     

    #girlishgurus

    #gggems

    #podcast

    #bestlife

    #proaging

    #reframingaging

    #womensupportingwomen

    #womenempowerment

    #midlifewomen

     

    35 min

About Girlish Gurus

From the publisher's feed

Friends Joy & Lorraine discuss a variety of topics that matter to women mid-life and beyond. Thoughtful and engaging conversations covering everything from our overall wellbeing to creativity and…