Ever wondered if oily skin really prevents wrinkles or if your "brain fog" is actually caused by menopause? Four women tackle these questions head-on in this laugh-out-loud game of "Myth or Fact" that shatters misconceptions about aging, menopause, and skincare.Hosts Ashley and Traci welcome special guests "Paige and Paige" who bring thoroughly researched questions designed to test everyone's knowledge about what's really happening to our bodies. The conversation reveals startling truths: did you know Disney produced a period education film back in the 1940s? Or that a staggering 54% of women report having ruined every pair of underwear they own due to menstruation?Beyond the stats and facts lies a deeper conversation about how our bodies change throughout life. The team explores how light exposure can affect menstrual cycles, why acne doesn't necessarily disappear with age, and the truth about those "periods" experienced while on hormonal birth control. Each revelation arrives with equal parts scientific accuracy and unfiltered humor.What makes this episode special isn't just the wealth of information—it's the comfortable, authentic environment where four women can openly discuss everything from endometriosis to "strawberry week" euphemisms without hesitation. The conversation flows naturally between serious health considerations and moments of genuine surprise and laughter, creating a listening experience that educates while entertaining.Whether you're approaching midlife, currently navigating it, or simply curious about the truth behind common body myths, this episode delivers valuable insights wrapped in conversational wisdom. Subscribe now and join our community of listeners who appreciate straight talk about life's most interesting transitions.Sources:Myth of Fact Questions & Answers:https://www.helpingwomenperiod.org/7-amazing-facts-about-periods-that-everyone-needs-to-know/https://www.healthline.com/health/menopause/menopause-factshttps://www.cosmopolitan.com/health-fitness/a12091987/period-facts/Disney Movie The Story of Menstruation (1946)https://www.google.com/search?q=1940s+disney+movie+on+periods&rlz=1C5MACD_enUS1071US1074&oq=1940s+disney+movie+on+periods&aqs=chrome..69i57j33i160l4j33i671.13401j0j15&sourceid=chrome&ie=UTF-8#fpstate=ive&vld=cid:e850fbb4,vid:vG9o9m0LsbI,st:0
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*Sorry about the dog (Toro) heavy panting*What if everything you've been told about women's life cycles is incomplete? Christine Marie Mason, author of "The Nine Lives of Women," joins us to shatter outdated notions of the maiden-mother-crone model and introduce a revolutionary framework that honors the full spectrum of feminine experience across nine distinct life stages.A mother of six, successful tech entrepreneur, and embodiment expert, Christine shares her journey toward understanding what she calls "the embodied liberation of the feminine." Through her intimate care company and conversations with thousands of women navigating perimenopause and menopause, she discovered a troubling pattern: our culture consistently denies women's inherent knowledge of their own bodies.The conversation takes unexpected turns as Christine challenges productivity-driven identities (including her own past), suggests that many of our accomplishments come from a place of seeking validation rather than joy, and reveals how finding your authentic energy can transform how others perceive and respond to you—regardless of age or conventional attractiveness.Perhaps most revolutionary is Christine's identification of three distinct stages after menopause—a period typically treated in conventional medicine as a single unchanging state until death. With women now living approximately 30 years beyond menopause, her insights on biohacking specifically for female physiology, building hormonal intelligence, and reclaiming energy through intentional rest offer practical wisdom for this extended life phase.Whether you're approaching midlife transitions or supporting someone who is, this episode provides a refreshing perspective on the journey ahead. As Christine beautifully reminds us, "The time after menopause is so much more joyful and vivacious than anyone ever told me, and it's probably been the best period of my life."Sources:https://christinemariemason.com/https://rosewoman.com/search?type=product%2Cpage%2Carticle&q=christine+Marie+Mason
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Did you know that the flour sold in US supermarkets is actually illegal in Italy? This startling revelation is just one of many eye-opening insights shared by Jennifer from Body Balance Nutrition, who joins us to unpack the complex relationship between midlife, nutrition, and sustainable weight management.Jennifer's personal journey from yo-yo dieting to sustainable health transformation provides the foundation for her coaching approach. After years of failed Weight Watchers attempts and weight cycling, she discovered that learning to read ingredient labels and understanding the inflammatory impact of common food additives changed everything. The culprits? Seed oils, glyphosate in grains, and hidden sugars that disrupt our gut health and sabotage weight management efforts, particularly as we navigate hormonal changes after 40.For midlife women struggling with stubborn weight gain, Jennifer offers practical wisdom that challenges conventional thinking. "It's 80% what you put in your mouth and just 20% exercise," she explains, encouraging listeners to focus on protein prioritization, strength training, and three key lifestyle habits: finishing meals three hours before bedtime, optimizing sleep quality, and proper hydration with electrolytes.What sets Jennifer's approach apart is her emphasis on sustainability over quick fixes. "A diet has a starting and end date. Lifestyle changes don't have an expiration date," she shares, while detailing her 12-week coaching program that provides daily accountability and measurable results. One recent client lost 36 pounds in just 12 weeks before her 50th birthday, demonstrating that significant transformation is possible even as our bodies change.Whether you're battling the infamous "midlife muffin top" or simply seeking to feel better in your changing body, Jennifer's practical nutrition wisdom offers a roadmap to sustainable health that works specifically for women in their middle years. Visit bodybalancenutritioncoach.com to learn more about working with Jennifer.
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Your hormones control far more than you realize, and the symptoms you're experiencing might have surprising connections to your hormonal health. Ashley Rocha, CEO of Ladywell, joined us to share how her twenty-year battle with PMDD (Premenstrual Dysphoric Disorder) led her to create innovative solutions for women's hormonal health.After conventional treatments like birth control and antidepressants failed her, Ashley turned to herbalism, discovering powerful combinations of adaptogens, mushrooms, and herbs that completely transformed her hormonal health within months. This personal breakthrough inspired her to develop Ladywell's comprehensive supplements designed to support women through every hormonal stage—from puberty through menopause.What's particularly eye-opening is the vast range of symptoms connected to hormonal imbalance that most women never associate with their endocrine system. From surprising allergies and irregular heartbeat to ear ringing and dizziness, perimenopause alone can manifest in 34 different ways! These symptoms aren't just inconveniences—they can significantly impact relationships, work performance, and overall quality of life.The conversation explores fertility challenges (affecting one in six couples worldwide), the importance of proactive supplementation months before trying to conceive, and how tracking your cycle provides invaluable insights for managing hormonal fluctuations. Ashley emphasizes that stress management through adaptogens is a game-changer for hormonal balance in our high-pressure world.Whether you're dealing with PMS, perimenopause symptoms, or postpartum hormonal shifts, this episode offers practical insights and solutions to help you understand and take control of your hormonal health. Discover how balancing your hormones naturally might be the missing piece in your wellness journey.Source: getladywell.comUse code LETS20 for a 20% discount on website
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What happens when women in midlife stop suffering in silence and start building powerful communities? The answer is Act Three Convening, a revolutionary global platform created by former JPMorgan executive India Gary Martin.In this illuminating conversation, India reveals how her 25-year corporate career and subsequent coaching practice exposed a critical gap: senior women weren't struggling with work itself, but with everything making work harder - from caretaking responsibilities to menopause symptoms, from shifting relationships to the sudden invisibility that comes with aging. These observations sparked her mission to create spaces where women could find both community and practical solutions.The Act Three Convening (happening June 4-6 in Washington DC) uniquely structures conversations around brief provocations followed by facilitated discussions where participants choose topics most relevant to their lives. This innovative format acknowledges that while menopause significantly impacts women's experiences, it's just one aspect of midlife that intersects with financial planning, career transitions, relationship evolution, and identity shifts.What makes this approach particularly powerful is its global perspective, bringing women together from Australia, the Middle East, South Africa, the UK, India and beyond to share diverse solutions while recognizing our shared humanity. The conversations tackle subjects many women find themselves navigating without preparation: financial independence after decades of partnership, dating in later life (the "later daters"), housing decisions, professional relevance, and finding purpose in this new chapter.As India powerfully reminds us, "We know how to do this. We are so resourceful." Her advice to acknowledge our power before facing challenges provides a roadmap for approaching midlife uncertainties with confidence rather than anxiety. Join this movement of women who refuse to be defined by limitations and instead are creating vibrant, intentional third acts.Source:https://www.act3convening.com/
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Ashley and Traci take us on a candid journey through their second season highlights, revealing which episodes resonated most with their growing audience—including some surprises. The 28-Day Chair Yoga Challenge topped the charts, with Ashley hilariously confessing her "epic fail" first attempt and determination to try again. Meanwhile, "Seven Signs of an Early Midlife Crisis" attracted unexpectedly younger listeners in their thirties who found comfort in knowing their changing bodies were normal.The hosts reminisce about transformative conversations with guests who've brightened their season. From Belinda's solo Arctic trek to Debbie Weiss turning personal tragedy into bestselling inspiration with "The Sprinkle Effect," these women embody midlife resilience. Emily's cannabis gummies for menopause symptoms and Nina's "Dinner with Strangers" social experiment demonstrated innovative solutions to common midlife challenges.But the real game-changers were the products that delivered on their promises. Both hosts emotionally recount their struggles with hair loss and the "gut-wrenching" discovery of bald spots, before revealing their unanimous top recommendation: Weem hair vitamins. "Within two weeks, I could see results," Tracy shares, while Ashley notes how those initial baby hairs growing in immediately made her bald spot less noticeable. They also dive into their experiences with NAD+ injections for energy and mental clarity, comparing various delivery methods and price points.What started as conversations about taboo topics has evolved into a movement, with even the men in their lives tuning in to understand what the women they care about are experiencing. As they prepare for Season 3 with hormone therapy specialists and more, Ashley and Traci celebrate that midlife awareness is here to stay: "That door has been opened and there's no shutting it.Sources:WEEM Hair Loss Gummies. BUY NOW https://www.amazon.com/WEEM-Hair-Skin-Nails-Gummies/dp/B08FGZSW8L?crid=227M88ICY94AR&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.8VlHDBgtt8Zh0ydMkfbHa7A-BYFrBDPS76_u_IDFsg0Oe4Ztd4pzK_c_QeC9T4sC1m1vIVEqst5iR594cJefC6As5dmlQHNYklVBruxNVMskd5QuxEehygVDWHpXFYEdDDDb6LbIRpuz6Y0JbzWbRGBetiefH4VmsFN8taRIN3wnXWNIc381GgiJSec7lCS-Cp3neKkuUegdZGeOqab_Swen3-SOEjPWc2S2Y-hB2hcYiaKnj6hW8uxH5uGf66xvwlC-B4xyThFxdWTP4zlslZedNYEvE5ka09nbNGgFYTw.paaiM4-vkhnkzXSu8CLlLc7I8uQjkBi48J3Qzfv-tDg&dib_tag=se&keywords=weem&qid=1739041424&sprefix=weem%2Caps%2C763&sr=8-1-spons&sp_csd=d2lkZ2V0TmFtZT1zcF9hdGY&th=1&linkCode=sl1&tag=ltmlc20&linkId=0643761caf3b6587b579d00653d4474f&language=en_US&ref_=as_li_ss_tlBeautybykarlajoy.com. Use code JOY20 for 20% off https://hotorjustme.com/?ref=LTMLChttps://betterme.world/articles/28-day-chair-yoga-for-seniors/Referral discount URL: (Copy and paste it into your browser) https://quiz.betterme.world/referral-program?flow=2414&referralCode=881d97aa-4fc1-4382-9678-8b3225bfa822&utm_source=app&utm_campaign=ios&utm_medium=v1_profilehttps://www.debbierweiss.com/Get the book now https://www.amazon.com/s?k=the+sprinkle+effect+weiss&crid=1M8FGCES4HX5X&sprefix=the+sprinkle+effect%2Caps%2C319&ref=nb_sb_ss_ts-doa-p_1_19Dinner with strangers https://timeleft.com/Balance Apphttps://www.balance-menopause.com/balance-app/https://healthandher.com/en-usMenopause Gummies (THC) https://stillforher.shop/Belinda soultreader.com Here is a link to purchase her new book.https://soultreader.com/hike-it-right/
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The difference between feeling like things will never improve and feeling powerless to change your circumstances may seem subtle, but understanding this distinction could be the key to reclaiming your joy in midlife. Join hosts Ashley, Traci, and returning guest Deana as they unpack these complex emotional states with both vulnerability and humor.Through candid personal stories, the trio explores how career plateaus, health challenges, and relationship struggles can trigger feelings of hopelessness and helplessness that are surprisingly common during midlife transitions. Ashley shares her experience finding joy again through therapy and medication after reaching a point where nothing brought her happiness. Traci reveals her struggle to maintain positivity despite being naturally optimistic, and reflects on how early exposure to the Serenity Prayer shaped her approach to life's challenges.Beyond just naming the problem, this episode delivers practical, actionable strategies for rebuilding hope when everything feels overwhelming. From the concept of "micro goals" that make progress manageable to creating personalized "hope toolkits" filled with mood-boosting resources, you'll discover numerous approaches to break free from emotional ruts. The hosts also delve into the powerful mind-body connection, exploring how nutrition, exercise, and creative pursuits can significantly impact mental well-being.Whether you're personally navigating difficult emotions or supporting someone who is, this conversation offers compassionate guidance, permission to seek help, and the reassuring reminder that as long as you're alive, hope remains possible. Subscribe now and share with someone who might need to hear they're not alone in their midlife emotional challenges.
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Eight revelatory psychological facts about friendship unfold in this heartfelt exploration of what makes our closest bonds survive and thrive through midlife transitions. We discover why friendships lasting seven years often endure forever, but also candidly acknowledge when long-term connections unexpectedly dissolve despite this "rule."The conversation weaves through personal stories of maintaining friendships across decades and distances, revealing the magical ability of true friends to pick up exactly where they left off—whether it's been weeks or years since the last meaningful conversation. We share vulnerable moments about detecting pain behind each other's brave faces when everyone else believes the "I'm fine" façade we present to the world.Most powerful is our discussion about friends who make your problems their own. From supporting loved ones through cancer diagnoses to navigating job losses during economic uncertainty, we explore how genuine friends carry your burdens alongside you rather than merely offering sympathy from a distance. This becomes particularly relevant as we tackle frozen shoulders, shifting career landscapes, and the unique challenges that emerge during midlife transitions.Jane Fonda's wisdom perfectly captures our episode's essence: "I have my friends and therefore I am." Sometimes simply being with your best friend provides better therapy than any professional counseling—creating a safe space for authentic healing, growth, and laughter even through life's most challenging moments. Whether you're questioning friendships that have drifted apart or celebrating connections that have deepened with time, this conversation will validate your experiences and remind you why investing in community matters now more than ever.Subscribe to Let's Talk Midlife Crisis for weekly insights, genuine conversations, and the comforting reminder that whatever challenges you're facing, you're definitely not facing them alone.
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Are you feeling the weight of midlife responsibilities and wondering how to find balance? Join us as we dive into an enriching conversation about the eight crucial types of rest that every woman in midlife should know about. We explore the nuances of mental, emotional, physical, social, responsibility, sensory, overthinking, and creative rest, revealing how each one contributes to your overall well-being.Rest isn't just about catching up on sleep; it's about creating a holistic approach to your health. You’ll learn practical tips on how to incorporate these essential breaks into your everyday life. Whether that’s setting boundaries for your emotional health, discovering energizing relationships, or finding joy in creative outlets, there's something here for everyone.Together, we’ll uncover the complexities surrounding rest and how prioritizing it can bring rejuvenation and joy back into your life. We invite you to engage with us — what type of rest do you find most challenging to embrace? Let’s connect on our social channels, share your experiences, and support one another on this journey toward holistic wellness. Don’t forget to subscribe for more insightful discussions and actionable tips!
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In this engaging episode, we sit down with the phenomenal Karla Joy from Beauty by Karla Joy, who shares insights on navigating the complexities of midlife with grace and authenticity. As women, we often find ourselves balancing the demands of family, work, and personal responsibilities—making it easy to neglect our own needs. Karla emphasizes the pivotal role that self-care plays in reclaiming our identity and fostering overall well-being.Throughout the conversation, we explore how beauty is more than skin deep and delve into Karla's integrated approach, which merges beauty with wellness. She introduces her expansive resources available on her website, providing women with tools for self-discovery, including life coaching packages and a comprehensive self-care activities guide. Each guide is thoughtfully designed to help women of all ages identify practical self-care practices, regardless of how busy their lives may be.We also discuss the importance of clean beauty products that are safe for mature skin, highlighting how these choices not only contribute to looking good but also feeling great. With discussions on functional mushrooms and their benefits for hormonal health, the episode is packed with practical tips that can greatly enhance personal well-being.As we close, Karla shares her excitement for upcoming webinars aimed at helping women build resilience and confidence as they navigate midlife challenges. We invite our listeners to take action, embrace their personal journeys, and most importantly, prioritize themselves. Join us for this enlightening conversation that encourages you to embrace the beauty of midlife and reclaim a sense of self! Be sure to subscribe, share this episode with friends, and connect with us on social media—it’s time to celebrate the midlife journey together!
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