What if you don't need to fix yourself? What if you simply need the right conditions to flourish?
Midlife can leave us questioning everything. Our bodies are changing, old patterns no longer serve us, and the expectations we've carried for decades can begin to feel overwhelming. But what if this season of life isn't about becoming someone new, but reconnecting with who we've always been?
In this episode of Happy Healthy Her, Cynthia and Lorraine welcome Mary Rothwell, therapist, coach, author of Nature Knows, and host of No Shrinking Violets.
With 35 years of experience helping women discover their authentic selves, Mary introduces us to the concept of Essential Nature, the idea that each of us has unique needs for growth, rest, belonging, and personal well-being.
Together, we explore:
Why women don't need fixing, but may need different conditions to thrive.
How to recognize patterns, expectations, and habits that no longer serve us.
Why changing everything at once can leave us feeling overwhelmed.
How Mary's Burn & Build approach helps women explore old patterns and create space for personal growth.
The importance of honoring our changing physical, mental, and emotional needs in midlife.
How to begin making meaningful changes, one step at a time.
Cynthia brings the conversation back to the changing needs of the midlife body, including hormones, nutrition, movement, and self-care, while Lorraine explores the emotional and mental aspects of personal growth.
The takeaway? Just like plants, we don't have to force ourselves to grow. We can begin by understanding what we need and creating the conditions that allow us to flourish.
Connect with Mary Rothwell:
Learn more about Mary's work, her book Nature Knows, her podcast No Shrinking Violets, and her coaching experiences through Veria Consulting.
Websites:
https://maryrothwell.net
https://veriaconsulting.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/maryrothwellofficial/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/maryrothwellofficial/
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-rothwell-49350560/
Thank you for joining us on Happy Healthy Her, where we explore the mind, body, and experiences of being a woman in midlife.
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🔹 Lorraine Kihm - Wellness Coach
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🔹 Cynthia Penner - Certified Menopause Coaching Specialist and Author
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