In this milestone episode, Anél breaks down the 5 Pillars of Health, showing why prioritising your wellbeing matters now, more than ever as you enter perimenopause and menopause.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Introduction to Menopause and the 5 Pillars of Health

02:19 - Strength Training and Bone Health

03:06 - Prioritising Sleep for Cellular Repair

04:00 - Managing Stress and Nervous System Health

04:54 - The Power of Connection and Self-Compassion

05:10 - Final Thoughts: Thriving in Menopause

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Instagram:   @anelquilliam

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

In today’s episode, I am speaking with Simon Salt, a writer, speaker, and Certified Menopause Coach whose work explores how menopause shapes relationships, communication, and workplace wellbeing. Through ‘The Quiet Transition’, Simon helps couples and organisations navigate one of life’s most overlooked transitions.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 -  Introduction and guest introduction

01:12 -  How Simon's wife entered perimenopause

02:22 - The emotional toll and relationship changes

03:49 -  Diagnosis and understanding symptoms

04:44 -  The importance of emotional intimacy

06:10 -  Men's lack of information and support

07:16  - The shift from fixing to partnering

08:12  - Navigating identity and aging

09:20 -  The importance of lived experience

10:48  - Research and understanding the biological aspects

12:08  - Creating a new relationship dynamic

13:35 -  Providing tailored information for men

14:32 -  Sit, listen, believe framework

15:28 -  Learning from lived experiences

16:54 -  Adapting to unpredictable symptoms

18:07 -  Reframing aging as transition, not end

19:44 -  Supporting through flexibility and patience

21:14 -  The societal view of aging and menopause

22:33 -  Practical support and shared responsibilities

24:18 -  Stepping back and allowing mistakes

26:51 -  Recognizing emotional triggers and timing

28:21 -  Reading the room and emotional cues

30:54 -  The role of continuous information gathering

31:47 -  The 'Quiet Transition' content platform

32:19 -  Upcoming book and future plans

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Substack: https://substack.com/@thequiettransition

LinkedIn:  https://www.linkedin.com/in/simonsalt/

Website:  https://www.thequiettransition.com/

Podcast:  https://www.thequiettransition.com/podcast

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

In today’s episode, I am speaking with Libby Stevenson, a wellbeing practitioner and a certified pregnancy, postnatal and menopause yoga teacher.

Libby’s lived experience of navigating each stage without support and knowledge motivated her to empower women physically, mentally and emotionally with yoga, science-based information, therapeutic wellbeing and women’s circle discussions so that they are better equipped to face the challenges at each stage in a positive and healthier way. 

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Introduction

00:11 - Journey into Women's Wellness

03:45 - The Impact of Yoga on Life Changes

07:58 - Navigating Empty Nest Syndrome

08:28 - Finding Purpose in Yoga Teaching

09:54 - Transitioning to Online Yoga Classes

11:06 - The Holistic Approach to Women's Health

11:32 - Benefits of Yoga During Menopause

16:09 - Embracing Change: The Menopausal Journey

19:21 - Meditation and Mindfulness in Yoga

22:19 - Getting Started with Yoga

24:54 - Exploring Different Yoga Styles

28:00 - Connecting with the Right Yoga Community

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Website:  https://libbystevensonwellbeing.com/

Instagram:  @libbystevenson.wellbeing

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

Sharon Pendlington is a Menopause and Nervous System Specialist with a decade of clinical experience helping women to navigate the menopause transition, with less stress and more confidence.

Sharon specialises in supporting people in midlife to sleep through the night again, stabilise their mood, and restore their sharp mental clarity. She's the founder of the 90-Day Perimenopause Nervous System Reset group program, and she works with organisations to create menopause-inclusive workplaces.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Introduction to Menopause Conversations

02:28 - Sharon's Personal Journey with Menopause

05:20 - The Role of Mindfulness in Managing Symptoms

08:12 - The Importance of Community and Shared Experiences

10:40 - Developing a Mindfulness Program for Women

13:28 - Practical Tips for Starting Mindfulness

15:53 - Connecting with Sharon and Resources for Women

18:30 - Final Thoughts on Self-Care and Menopause

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Want to know your Perimenopause Archetype and start feeling better today?

Take the 3-minute Perimenopause Archetype Quiz

Website: https://www.sharonpendlington.com/

Instagram: @sharonpendlington

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

Hayley is the founder of The Promise Method, a 66-day daily self-trust practice for capable midlife women whose body no longer tolerates the pace they’ve lived at for years.

After her body finally stopped tolerating a lifetime of pushing through, Hayley began keeping one tiny daily promise to herself – a practice she has kept for more than 875 days now. What started as survival, slowly became a method for rebuilding safety, self-trust and connection inside the body.

Through honest conversations about midlife, nervous system overwhelm, emotional exhaustion, and hidden cost of always being the capable one, Haley helps women recognise that they are not broken, their body is simply no longer willing to keep overriding itself to survive.

Her work is grounded in lived experience rather than performance, helping women move from survival mode toward safety, through tiny repeatable daily actions their body does not resist.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Introduction and Setting the Stage

00:12 - The Birth of The Promise Method

02:30 - Navigating Health Anxiety and Self-Discovery

05:30 - Understanding the Method: Building Habits

07:39 - The Journey of Self-Trust and Movement

11:29 - Permission to Prioritize Self-Care

13:22 - Family Dynamics and Personal Growth

15:09 - Navigating Emotional Conversations

16:22 - Understanding Beliefs and Emotions

17:15 - The Importance of Sharing Experiences

18:03 - Overcoming Information Overload

18:51 - Listening to Your Body

20:17 - Finding Movement That Resonates

23:19 - Recognizing the Need for Self-Care

24:42 - The Impact of Women's Health Awareness

25:48 - Embracing New Opportunities

28:13 - The Power of Kindness and Community

31:01 - Authenticity in Sharing Your Journey

32:59 - Trusting Your Intuition

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Website: www.thepromisemethod.co.uk

Instagram:  @thepromisemethod

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

Georgina is the founder of Purpl, a UK platform helping people with disabilities and long-term health conditions save money and access meaningful support. Living with multiple sclerosis (MS) and ADHD, she understands first-hand the financial and everyday challenges her community faces. She launched Purpl to make life more affordable and less isolating by combining hundreds of brand offers,  with community support and the Purpl Grant Fund. Georgina focuses on driving real impact beyond discounts by working with brands to create meaningful change.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Journey to Diagnosis: Georgina's Story

02:04 - Connecting ADHD, MS, and Hormones

05:02 - Managing Symptoms: A Holistic Approach

08:01 - The Birth of Purpl: Supporting the Disabled Community

10:29 - Building a Community: Resources and Support

13:10 - Future Plans: Expanding Purpl's Impact

16:16 - Finding Joy: Personal Life and Hobbies

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Website:  https://www.purpldiscounts.com/

Instagram:  @purpldiscounts

Socials @purpldiscounts across Facebook, TikTok and YouTube

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

Adele Wimsett is a Women’s Health Practitioner specialising in ADHD and perimenopause. Adele supports women whose mood, cognition, menstrual cycle symptoms and nervous system become increasingly dysregulated during hormonal transition, helping them understand what’s happening in their bodies and make informed, consent-led decisions about hormone support. Her work is hormone-literate, neurodivergent-informed, and grounded in education rather than one-size-fits-all protocols.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Introduction

00:21 - Adele's Journey into Women's Health

03:36 - The Impact of Hormones on ADHD

07:05 - Stress and the Modern Woman's Experience

11:31 - Neurodivergent Women and Burnout

13:52 - Exploring HRT and Its Implications

15:28 - How to Work with Adele

17:46 - Understanding Rejection Sensitivity Dysphoria (RSD)

21:52 - Final Thoughts and Pearls of Wisdom

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Website:  https://harmoniseyou.co.uk/

Instagram:  @adele_wimsett

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

Joyce is passionate about empowering women to live their best lives through good health and happiness. Her latest book, Your Joyful years – is out on now on Amazon and is an Amazon Best seller.

Joyce is an internationally renowned award winning scientist and is a professor of reproductive science at University College London, Institute for Women’s Health. 

Her last book, Your Fertile Years: what you need to know to make informed choices, published in2021, explores women’s health from puberty to menopause. In her latest book, Your Joyful Years: empowering good health and happiness beyond 50, Joyce shares the wisdom of 50 women over the age of 50, on good health and happiness.

Her podcast, ‘Why didn’t anyone tell me this?’  is listened to in over 90 countries and is ranked in the top 10% of podcasts globally.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Navigating the Journey of Menopause

03:11 - The Joyful Years of Menopause

10:47 - The Importance of Exercise and Consistency

17:56 - Personal Experiences and Education

20:34 - Sharing Stories and Building Community

26:36 - Finding Joy in Life

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Website:  https://joyceharper.com/

Books:  Your Fertile Years: What you need to know to make informed choices &

Your Joyful Years: Empowering good health and happiness beyond 50, 

Instagram:  @profjoyceharper

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

Our guest today is a leading voice in the ADHD community, specifically for women and girls. Kate Moryoussef is an acclaimed author, and the host of the globally top-ranked podcast, The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast.

After her own late diagnosis, dedicated her career to helping women move past the shame and overwhelm that often follows a diagnosis, focusing instead on radical self-compassion and holistic wellness. She is here to help us rethink how we live with and thrive with ADHD.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Introduction and Background

00:12 - Realization of ADHD and Its Impact

02:33 - The Journey to Diagnosis

05:04 - Understanding the Diagnosis

06:41 - Stigma and Societal Perceptions of ADHD

09:04 - Transitioning to Advocacy and Awareness

11:21 - Writing the Book and Podcasting Journey

13:32 - Personal Insights and Practical Advice

14:49 - Navigating ADHD and Lifestyle Medicine

16:24 - Hormonal Changes and ADHD

18:06 - Understanding Perimenopause and ADHD

20:49 -The Intersection of Hormones and Mental Health

24:11 - Self-Advocacy and Education for ADHD

27:01 - Resources and Support for Women with ADHD

USEFUL RESOURCES:

Book: The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Toolkit

Website: https://www.adhdwomenswellbeing.co.uk/

Podcast:   The ADHD Women’s Wellbeing Podcast.

Instagram:  @kate_moryoussef

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]

Delighted to be speaking to Rebecca Penny, an Independent Financial Advisor, who helps women feel confident and in control of their finances during perimenopause and menopause, a life stage she is navigating herself, making her advice both relevant and relatable.

With over 25 years’ experience, Rebecca understands how menopause can affect careers, confidence and earning potential, often leading to career breaks, reduced hours and significant pension gaps. Yet this financial impact is rarely talked about.

Rebecca is one of the only advisers openly speaking about this overlooked issue. A trusted

media voice, she has appeared on radio and podcasts and has been featured in national

publications, sharing practical, jargon-free financial guidance that empowers women to

protect their financial future.

KEY TAKE AWAYS:

00:00 - Introduction to Menopause and Financial Planning

02:20 - The Intersection of Menopause and Financial Awareness

05:06 - Rebecca's Journey in Finance and Corporate Life

08:03 - Navigating Symptoms and Career Changes

10:56 - Starting a New Chapter: Setting Up a Financial Firm

12:32 - Overcoming Imposter Syndrome in a New Role

13:26 - Practical Financial Advice for Women

15:43 - Redefining Retirement and Financial Independence

19:35 - The Importance of Comprehensive Financial Planning

25:08 - Understanding Financial Behaviours and Patterns

26:56 - Navigating Financial Conversations and Mindsets

29:49 - Creating a Positive Spending Plan

32:56 - Engaging with Financial Guidance and Resources

USEFUL RESOURCES:

https://www.retirementlivingstandards.org.uk/

https://www.gov.uk/government/organisations/office-of-the-public-guardian

https://planitfinancial.co.uk/

Instagram:  @menopausemoney

ABOUT THE HOST:

Anel’s passion to help others, is evident from her professional life, having worked extensively within Recruitment, Human Resources, and the Third Sector.

This passion is predominately the inspiration for her podcast.

Blindsided by the perimenopause, when it took hold with a vengeance at the start of Lockdown, Anél is fiercely passionate about raising more awareness of the perimenopause, menopause and post menopause, and will tackle many taboo subjects head on, as she is a strong believer in ‘knowledge is power’.

CONTACT ME:

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/feed/update/urn:li:activity:7252979209604673536/

E-mail:  [email protected]