Hormones & Heels

Stop Hiding in Clothes That Weigh You Down.

In this transformative episode of Hormones & Heels, Sandra Cohen (functional nutritionist & kinesiologist) and Shabrina Kara (stylist & image consultant) unpack why so many midlife women hide in oversized, outdated, or ill-fitting clothes - and how that quiet habit is deeply tied to self-worth, body image, and confidence.

This episode is a call to action:

- Stop dressing for the woman you used to be,

- Start showing up for the woman you are right now.

We explore:

• The emotional weight behind your wardrobe
• How dressing to “hide” keeps you stuck in shame or disconnection
• The science of unclothed cognition - how your outfit rewires your brain
• The mirror challenge to help you see your body with fresh eyes
• Styling strategies to highlight what you love about yourself (even if it’s just your collarbone!)
• Why clearing out old clothes is more than a style refresh - it’s an energetic release

Whether you’re struggling with body image, resisting wardrobe updates, or just feeling “off” in your clothes, this episode will shift how you see yourself—and how you show up in the world.

🎧 Tune in now for real talk, practical advice, and a style-mindset makeover from the inside out.

How Oestrogen, ADHD, and nutrition collide in the midlife experience.

Brain fog. Emotional overwhelm. Scattered focus.

Is it just perimenopause… or something more?

In this episode of Hormones & Heels, we’re joined by fellow practitioner Lucinda Miller to unpack the surprising overlap between ADHD and perimenopause—a topic that’s rarely talked about, but deeply relatable for midlife women.

Hosted by Sandra Cohen, Functional Nutritionist & Kinesiologist, and Shabrina Kara, Image Consultant & Style Coach, this episode explores:

✨ Why so many women are being diagnosed with ADHD after 40

✨ How fluctuating hormones affect dopamine, focus, and motivation

✨ The limitations of ADHD medication and what nutrition can do instead

✨ Key nutrients for stabilizing mood, energy, and mental clarity

✨ How to know if it’s hormones, ADHD… or both

If you’ve ever felt like your brain doesn’t work the way it used to: this episode is for you.

🎧 Subscribe now and tune in weekly for real talk on midlife, hormones, style, and thriving from the inside out.

🔗 Join our From Invisible to Empowered workshop waitlist → https://aurameta.com/aura-meta-and-style-with-kara-from-invisible-to-visible-thriving-through-menopause-inside-and-out/

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How Menopause Can Be Your Most Empowering Chapter Yet - With special guest: Samantha Lawton, Franchise Director at Women in Business Network (WIBN)

What if menopause was more than a transition—it was your invitation to rise?

This week on Hormones & Heels, we meet Samantha Lawton, powerhouse leader of 11 WIBN (Women in Business Network) franchise groups, who shares how her own perimenopausal journey sparked a bold reinvention—and how she’s now helping hundreds of midlife women do the same.

If you’ve ever wondered whether it’s too late to change careers, rediscover your confidence, or find a new purpose in your 40s or 50s… this episode is your reminder that you are just getting started. From feeling invisible to becoming a leader and connector, Samantha’s story shows what’s possible when we stop shrinking—and start surrounding ourselves with the right people.

✨ Download now to hear:

·      How sisterhood and collaboration can reignite your spark

·      Why midlife is the perfect time to reinvent your career or calling

·      The emotional shift that happens when you find your tribe

·      What makes women truly thrive—during perimenopause and beyond

🎧 Hit play and discover how menopause can become the most empowering chapter of your life.

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How to Dress for the Woman You’re Becoming

Is your wardrobe stuck in the past while you’re evolving into a new version of yourself?

This episode is your midlife style reset.

Join Shabrina Kara and Sandra Cohen as they unpack how to align your clothes with the confident, visible, and powerful woman you’re becoming. Shabrina brings expert style guidance, while Sandra shares mindset and wellness insights as a Nutritional Therapist, Kinesiologist, and Coach.

🎙️ What you’ll hear:

·      How confidence and clothes are deeply connected

·      Style mindset shifts for perimenopause and menopause

·      Tips to flatter your evolving figure without hiding

·      Why midlife is the perfect time for a wardrobe and confidence reset

💃 Let’s make midlife your most stylish, empowered chapter yet.

🔗 Join our From Invisible to Visible Workshop:

https://aurameta.com/aura-meta-and-style-with-kara-from-invisible-to-visible-thriving-through-menopause-inside-and-out/

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What’s Really Happening in Your Body

Menopause can feel like the wildest rollercoaster ride of your life, with hormones fluctuating, energy levels shifting, and myths about weight, metabolism, and exercise flying around everywhere. In this episode of Heels & Hormones, we’re tackling what’s real and what’s absolute rubbish when it comes to menopause and your body.

We break down what’s actually happening to your hormones, why some women sail through menopause while others struggle, and what you can and can’t control when it comes to symptoms like weight gain, metabolism changes, and muscle loss.

💡 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:

✅ The truth about oestrogen, progesterone, and cortisol—and how they actually affect you

✅ Why some women struggle more than others in menopause (hint: it’s not just genetics!)

✅ The real story behind metabolism and weight gain—are we all doomed or is there hope?

✅ Carbs: friend or foe? The smart way to eat them during menopause

✅ Why strength training is more important than ever (and why endless cardio isn’t the answer)

Takeaway: Understanding your body = taking back control.

When you know what’s happening, you can make choices that actually support your energy, mood, and confidence. Let’s ditch the myths and start feeling stronger, inside and out.

If today’s conversation resonated with you, we invite you to take the next step. Our 4-week workshop, From Invisible to Visible is designed to help you balance hormones, boost energy, and redefine your style with expert-led sessions.

💬 Want personalised guidance? We offer complimentary 20-minute consultations to help you feel confident inside and out.

🔗 Join the waiting list for our next workshop & learn more here:

👉 From Invisible to Visible Workshop

📍 Connect with us:

✨ Sandra: @aurameta | aurameta.com

✨ Shabrina: @stylewithkara | stylewithkara.com

✨ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdIJYvqtTGiTujvKPbXPIlA

💡 You deserve to feel strong, visible, and empowered—let’s make it happen together!

Menopause isn’t just a physical transition—it’s an opportunity for reinvention. In this episode of Hormones & Heels , we explore how shifting your mindset can transform the way you experience this stage of life.

We dive into how to break free from feelings of stagnation or invisibility, set meaningful intentions that align with your values, and create space—mentally and physically—for change. From small daily habits that boost confidence to the power of working from the inside out with nutrition, energy, and mindset, this episode is all about reclaiming your power.

We also guide you through envisioning your “ideal self” for the year ahead and share practical ways to step into this vision with self-compassion and confidence.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✅ How a growth mindset can help you feel visible and empowered

✅ The difference between resolutions and meaningful intentions

✅ Why decluttering your habits and wardrobe creates space for transformation

✅ Small daily mindset shifts that build confidence over time

✅ How inner work (nutrition, movement, and self-care) fuels outer confidence

✅ The power of self-compassion and celebrating small wins

🎙 Takeaway: This is your time to reset, redefine, and step into the most confident version of yourself. Let’s make this a year of transformation, not just change.

Connect with us:

✨ Sandra: @aurameta | aurameta.com

✨ Shabrina: @stylewithkara | stylewithkara.com

✨ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdIJYvqtTGiTujvKPbXPIlA

🔗 Join the waiting list for our next workshop & learn more here:

👉 From Invisible to Visible Workshop

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How to See Yourself in a New Light.

Menopause isn’t just a physical transition—it’s an opportunity for reinvention. In this episode of Hormones & Heels , we explore how shifting your mindset can transform the way you experience this stage of life.

We dive into how to break free from feelings of stagnation or invisibility, set meaningful intentions that align with your values, and create space—mentally and physically—for change. From small daily habits that boost confidence to the power of working from the inside out with nutrition, energy, and mindset, this episode is all about reclaiming your power.

We also guide you through envisioning your “ideal self” for the year ahead and share practical ways to step into this vision with self-compassion and confidence.

💡 What You’ll Learn:

✅ How a growth mindset can help you feel visible and empowered

✅ The difference between resolutions and meaningful intentions

✅ Why decluttering your habits and wardrobe creates space for transformation

✅ Small daily mindset shifts that build confidence over time

✅ How inner work (nutrition, movement, and self-care) fuels outer confidence

✅ The power of self-compassion and celebrating small wins

🎙 Takeaway: This is your time to reset, redefine, and step into the most confident version of yourself. Let’s make this a year of transformation, not just change.

Connect with us:

✨ Sandra: @aurameta | aurameta.com

✨ Shabrina: @stylewithkara | stylewithkara.com

✨ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdIJYvqtTGiTujvKPbXPIlA

🔗 Join the waiting list for our next workshop & learn more here:

👉 From Invisible to Visible Workshop

Why We’re Starting This Conversation

Menopause has been dismissed, misunderstood, and often ignored—but not anymore.

In this debut episode of Heels & Hormones, hosts Shabrina, a stylist and image coach, and Sandra, a functional nutritionist, open up about why menopause can feel overwhelming and why so many women start to feel invisible during this transition.

They share their holistic, inside-out approach—blending style, self-image, and wellness—to help women reclaim their confidence, redefine their identity, and step into this stage of life feeling seen, heard, and empowered.

From how body changes impact confidence to practical tools for feeling vibrant and in control, this episode sets the foundation for a new, empowering conversation about menopause—one that celebrates reinvention instead of decline.

📍 Connect with us:

✨ Sandra: @aurameta | aurameta.com

✨ Shabrina: @stylewithkara | stylewithkara.com

✨ YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdIJYvqtTGiTujvKPbXPIlA