If you’ve ever felt like you need a PhD, a personal chef, and a trust fund just to “get healthy” or keep life together—this one’s for you.

In today’s Summer Short, Beth calls BS on society’s expectation that women should be all things to all people—the perfect parent, spouse, employee, volunteer, and Pinterest-worthy entertainer. She gets real about the exhaustion of overcommitting, the myth that self-care is selfish, and the freedom that comes when you learn to say one powerful word: no.

Instead of trying to overhaul your entire life at once, Beth lays out five simple, doable shifts that can actually stick. Think of them as micro-wins that compound into major transformation.

You don’t need perfection. You just need to start.

• Why saying no is a complete sentence—and an act of self-care.
• The toxic lie that resting makes you lazy.
• Why overcommitment is as harmful as sugar, alcohol, or skipping the gym.
• 5 realistic, bite-sized actions that can shift your energy and confidence today.
• How tiny, consistent wins add up to big transformation over time.

1. Drink one glass of water before coffee.
2. Add one extra source of protein.
3. Move your body—even 10 minutes counts.
4. Sleep 15–20 minutes more.
5. Set one boundary.

You don’t have to be perfect. You don’t have to do it all. Every small choice you make in your favor adds up. Boundaries are healthcare. And you are allowed to choose yourself—without apology.

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In this episode of I’ll Say It Anyway, we’re diving deep into the truth that most success books and podcasts gloss over:

It doesn’t matter how many vision boards you make, how many early mornings you commit to, or how many business strategies you try—if your subconscious mind doesn’t believe you’re worthy of success, it’ll sabotage your every move.

Drawing from Think and Grow Rich by Napoleon Hill and the teachings of Bob Proctor, I break down why your self-image is your internal thermostat, how it auto-corrects your results, and what to do about it.

This one’s got fire, coaching gold, and a few mic-drop moments that will make you rethink every time you’ve “almost” hit your goals and pulled back.

• What your self-image really is—and why it matters more than your to-do list
• The science of cybernetic programming (don’t worry, I make it sassy)
• How your subconscious thermostat snaps you back to “just enough”
• 3 ways a low self-image sabotages success (especially for women)
• The real definition of cognitive dissonance and why your brain freaks out when you start leveling up
• 5 practical, powerful steps to rewire your self-image starting today
• Why belief—not hustle—is the secret sauce to transformation

1. Identify your current paradigm
2. Visualize yourself already living the life you want
3. Use repetition with emotion to reprogram your subconscious
4. Act like her now—walk, talk, and show up as your next-level self
5. Surround yourself with evidence of your greatness (and watch your words)

• “You’ll ghost your own greatness if the image in your head says you’re not that type.”
• “Repetition without emotion is just homework. Repetition with emotion is programming.”
• “Stop trying to outperform the problem. Start upgrading the programming.”
• “You are way too wonderful to keep playing small just to keep your subconscious mind on autopilot.”

If this episode hit you in the gut in the best way… you’re not alone. This is the work I do with coaching clients every day, and yes—I’ve done it with myself, too.

So if you’re tired of spinning your wheels and ready to finally build the self-image that matches the life you know you’re capable of—follow, share, and reach out. You don’t have to do it alone.

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Summer Shorts Series | I’ll Say It Anyway | with Beth Friesen

You wouldn’t let someone walk into your house, grab your keys, and drive off with your car—so why are you handing over the wheel of your life every day?

In this spicy Summer Short, Beth drops the truth about what it really means to lead yourself with intention. You’re not the intern. You’re not the overworked middle manager. You are the CEO of your life—and it’s time to run things like it.

From mastering your morning to firing your inner people pleaser, this episode breaks down five things CEO-level people do differently to take ownership of their energy, priorities, and future. Plus: a permission slip to reset, pivot, and reclaim your power (without shame, guilt, or overwhelm).

💼 In this episode, you’ll learn:

• Why no one is coming to schedule your growth for you
• The difference between employee mindset and CEO mindset
• The 5 things all powerful, self-led people do on purpose
• How to create your own Personal Operating Manual
• Why midlife is your power quarter—and how to win it

📓 Beth’s CEO Operating Manual — 5 Things to Start Doing Today:

1. Master your morning: It’s your launch pad.
2. Audit your habits: Your outcomes will never outpace them.
3. Fire your inner employee: Promote your inner leader.
4. Create your Personal Operating Manual: Know your peak, your values, your mission.
5. Schedule weekly board meetings—with yourself.

☕ Your Midlife Board Meeting Prompts:

• What matters this week?
• What’s stealing my time or confidence?
• What does the CEO version of me say yes to today?

📢 Take Action:

• If this episode hit home, share it with a friend or drop a review.
• Follow the show so you never miss a bold, real-talk moment.
• And remember: Say what needs saying... Because you know I’ll say it anyway.

Why I Stick Myself with Needles on Purpose: NAD, Peptides, and the Midlife Upgrade Nobody Told You About

Today we’re talking about cellular fuel, subcutaneous injections, and why I’m voluntarily sticking myself with needles. (Spoiler alert: it’s not about vanity. It’s about vitality.)

I’m breaking down what peptides are, what they do, and why NAD—though technically not a peptide—might be one of the most powerful tools in your midlife upgrade toolkit.

This isn’t about chasing youth. It’s about reclaiming clarity, energy, and longevity with science-backed, body-supporting tools that actually work—not just for biohackers, but for real-life women like us.

If you're curious about peptides, NAD+, and how to stack the deck in your favor, this one’s for you.

• What peptides actually are (no fluff, just biology)
• Why NAD+ is often lumped in—but stands in a category of its own
• The difference between oral, IV, and injection delivery methods
• My personal experience starting NAD injections (detox symptoms included)
• How NAD supports energy, brain clarity, sleep, recovery, and healthy aging
• Why it’s not just for med spas, but for moms, leaders, and high-achieving midlife women who are tired of being tired

• Frontiers in Aging Neuroscience https://www.frontiersin.org/journals/nutrition/articles/10.3389/fnut.2018.00062/full
• Journal of Clinical Investigation – https://www.jci.org/articles/view/163648

Mentioned Peptides:

• BPC-157 (gut + joint repair)
• CJC-1295 (growth hormone support)
• Thymosin Alpha-1 (immune modulation)
• GLP-1 meds (Semaglutide/Tirzepatide: Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro)

• Work with a licensed, peptide-literate practitioner or functional medicine provider
• Don’t fall down the TikTok rabbit hole—because bad medicine starts with bad algorithms

While I am a registered nurse, I am not your physician. Nothing in this episode is intended as medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider before beginning any new therapy.

Series: Summer Shorts

Length: ~12 minutes

Host: Beth Friesen – Executive Coach | Midlife Ride-or-Die | Hormone & Healing Truth-Teller

In this bite-sized Summer Shorts episode, we’re talking about real microdosing—not that “I’m on a low dose but still dropping 3 sizes” nonsense floating around TikTok.

Beth breaks down what true microdosing GLP-1 medications actually looks like, why it’s NOT about shrinking your body, and how this strategy can be a legit game-changer for metabolic support, mood, brain health, and gut healing—especially for midlife women.

You’ll also hear about:

• The science behind GLP-1s and why the dose matters
• How microdosing fits into a long game strategy—not a quick fix
• Insights from Dr. Tyna Moore, who calls it “metabolic scaffolding”
• Why this may be a missing link for women navigating perimenopause or burnout
• And a reality check about “doing the work” no matter what size your shot is

• What defines true GLP-1 microdosing
• How to know if your symptoms match the need
• The difference between microdosing and underdosing
• Why using GLPs for support (not shortcutting) is the real revolution
• How this approach impacts your brain, inflammation, nervous system, and hormones

• Dr. Tyna Moore, ND, DC
• On GLP microdosing as “scaffolding” for the nervous system
• Strong advocacy for stacking with lifting, gut repair, and real food
• www.drtyna.com

• GLP-1 Research Round-Up
• The Journal of Clinical Endocrinology & Metabolism (2022) – GLP-1s and neurological benefits
• Nature Reviews Endocrinology (2023) – Anti-inflammatory and neuroprotective effects
• Frontiers in Endocrinology (2021) – GLP-1 receptor expression in brain and GI system

GLP-1 medications are everywhere—Ozempic, Wegovy, Mounjaro—and the headlines range from miracle to mayhem. So what’s true? And what’s total BS?

In this no-fluff Summer Shorts episode, Beth breaks down the 8 biggest myths about GLP-1s using real research, clinical trial data, and insights from top hormone doctors. If you've ever wondered whether these meds are safe, sustainable, or just hype, this is your clarity moment.

• Why GLP-1s were never designed as weight-loss drugs
• What the STEP 1 and SURMOUNT-1 trials say about long-term use
• The truth about muscle loss, thyroid cancer, and GI issues
• And why choosing modern medicine doesn’t make you a cheater

• STEP 1 Clinical Trial: Wilding, J.P.H., et al. "Once-Weekly Semaglutide in Adults with Overweight or Obesity." New England Journal of Medicine, 2021. DOI:10.1056/NEJMoa2032183
• SURMOUNT-1 Trial: Jastreboff, A.M., et al. "Tirzepatide Once Weekly for the Treatment of Obesity." New England Journal of Medicine, 2022. DOI:10.1056/NEJMoa2206038
• GLP-1 & Thyroid Risk: Nauck, M.A., et al. "Safety and Efficacy of GLP-1 Receptor Agonists." Diabetes, Obesity & Metabolism, 2022.
• Pancreatitis & Gallbladder Insight: Mayo Clinic & NIH
• Dr. Mary Claire Haver – OB/GYN, author of The New Menopause, emphasizes protein, lifting, and GLP strategy for women 40+
• Dr. Tyna Moore – Naturopathic physician & hormone expert; advocates for microdosing GLP-1s, strength training, and muscle preservation during metabolic therapy

We’re talking microdosing GLP-1s—what it is, why it works, and how it might just be the missing link to managing perimenopause and menopause symptoms.

Until then, hydrate, lift heavy, and stop apologizing for taking care of yourself. 💪

What if midlife isn’t the beginning of the end... but the moment you finally reclaim your power?

If you’ve been feeling like your body is fighting you—brain fog, inflammation, stubborn weight gain, emotional swings, sleepless nights—you’re not broken. You’re living in a system that forgot how to support you.

In this episode, Beth rips the lid off the myths surrounding aging, hormones, and metabolic health. From mitochondria burnout to the fallout from the Women’s Health Initiative study, she delivers no-BS truths on why so many midlife women (and men) feel like hell—and what you can finally do about it.

This is Part 1 of a powerful 2-part series.

• Why 93% of Americans are metabolically unhealthy (Dr. Casey Means’ research and book, Good Energy)
• What mitochondria have to do with energy, weight gain, and inflammation
• Why the Women's Health Initiative study derailed a generation of women
• Dr. Mary Claire Haver's message on hormone therapy—and why it matters more than ever
• The truth about testosterone loss in men (andropause is real)
• Why balanced hormones are not about vanity—they're about survival

• The New Menopause by Dr. Mary Claire Haver
• Good Energy by Dr. Casey Means

This podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. Beth Friesen is a registered nurse but not your medical provider. Please consult your own licensed healthcare practitioner before making any changes to your health plan.

Next week: Part 2 of The Midlife Reset, where we break down GLP-1 meds, inflammation, gut health, and Beth’s personal journey with microdosing and healing from the inside out. It’s truth-telling time—and you won’t want to miss it.

Is it anxiety? ADHD? Burnout? Or is it… your hormones?

If you’re crying over spilled coffee one minute and ready to throat punch someone the next, this episode is for you.

In today’s raw and real solo episode, Beth goes all in on what’s really happening to your body, brain, and sex life during perimenopause and menopause—and why so many women are being dismissed, misdiagnosed, and misled.

From the wild hormonal shifts of your late 30s to the full stop of your cycle in your 50s, (or before) Beth breaks down:

✅ What perimenopause actually is (and how early it can start)

✅ The full list of symptoms—and why they’re often mistaken for something else

✅ Why the medical system keeps failing women

✅ The lingering damage from the 2002 WHI study and how it still shapes bad care today

✅ What HRT can really do—and why it’s not one-size-fits-all

✅ What goes right when hormones are optimized

✅ How to advocate for yourself, get tested, and get your mojo back

And yes—we’re talking about sex. Because it should still feel good. Because you still deserve pleasure. Because midlife isn’t the end—it’s the upgrade.

• PMDD and why Beth was misdiagnosed
• What the hell vaginal atrophy actually is
• SSRIs vs. hormone optimization
• Real talk on libido, muscle loss, brain fog, and the “rage before your period”

1. Track your symptoms
2. Get your hormones tested (blood, saliva, or DUTCH)
3. Find a provider who gets it
4. Consider your HRT options (bioidentical, transdermal, vaginal)
5. Eat 100g of protein a day, balance your blood sugar
6. Lift something heavier than your purse
7. Manage stress like it’s your job

Bonus: Don’t accept “normal” labs if you feel like crap

If this episode made you feel seen—share it. Send it to your friends, your doctor, your daughter, a co-worker or neighbor.

Caring for someone with dementia will mess with your head, your heart, and your whole damn life. In this brutally honest episode, Beth Friesen pulls back the curtain on the parts no one talks about—the exhaustion, the guilt, the grief that starts long before anyone dies, and the moments of joy that still somehow exist in the chaos.

From the moment her mom forgot how to make meatloaf to the day they finally got the Alzheimer's diagnosis, Beth shares the emotional rollercoaster of caregiving: the missed warning signs, the misinformed assumptions, and the deep, life-altering impact it had on her family. This is the episode caregivers didn’t know they needed.

If you're caring for someone with dementia—or love someone who is—this one's for you.

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Top 5 Things Every Dementia Caregiver Should Know:

1. Enter Their Reality – Don’t drag them into yours.
2. They're Not Giving You a Hard Time, They’re Having One – Lead with compassion.
3. Everything Has a Cost – And that includes you.
4. Joy Over Perfection – Laughter is still allowed here.
5. Grief Starts Early – You’re not imagining it.

Top 5 Reminders for Midlife Women in the Thick of It:

1. You’re allowed to not be okay.
2. Ask for help. (Seriously.)
3. Some people will disappear. Let them.
4. You need breaks—not someday. Now.
5. You still get to live, laugh, and want more.

🟣 I Love Someone with Dementia…So Why Am I Losing My Mind?

by Beth Friesen — Grab your copy on Amazon »

Because someone should’ve told you the truth already.

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Attitude Over Everything: A Raw, Real Conversation with Aaron Davis

🗓️ Episode Summary:

In this unforgettable episode of I'll Say It Anyway, Beth Friesen sits down with powerhouse speaker, author, and national champion Aaron Davis—a man whose life, legacy, and mindset prove that attitude isn’t just a buzzword... it’s a way of life.

From helping his father as a janitor with pride as a child to delivering keynotes to Fortune 500 companies, Aaron shares how his father's legacy and his own journey through loss, grief, cancer, and reinvention forged his core belief: Your attitude is your choice. With candor, humor, and deep wisdom, he shares the generational impact of perspective, the mental toll of unprocessed grief, and the transformative power of choosing how to show up—even in your darkest seasons.

This is more than an interview. It’s a soul-level reminder that what you’ve been through doesn’t define you—how you respond to it does.

🎧 In This Episode, We Cover:

• Why attitude is more than a mindset—it’s a legacy
• The janitor who led with excellence and raised a champion
• Grief, cumulative loss, and learning to go through instead of around
• Aaron’s battle with cancer and the life-saving power of early detection
• Mental health, masculinity, and why vulnerability is strength
• The 4-step Attitude Adjustment Formula (Awareness, Assessment, Advice, Action)
• A personal, powerful take on support, healing, and faith
• And yes—“Bob the Bag” makes an unforgettable appearance

🔥 Quote of the Episode:

"Attitude is not the only thing—but it’s the main thing. And it’s always your choice." – Aaron Davis

🍷 The Final Sip:

• Favorite place traveled: St. Thomas, St. Croix… and Nantucket
• Go-to beverage: A piping hot cup of coffee, just like his dad
• Best advice ever received: “It’s just nice to be nice.”
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💬 Connect with Aaron Davis:

Visit AaronDavis.co

Follow on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/aarondavisattitudeexpert/

Book Aaron to speak: https://www.aarondavis.co/contact