Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

What is true authenticity?


Let’s find out from lightworker and energy healer Cheryl Pace in this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive. I sat down with Cheryl to talk all about authenticity and what it has to do with the divine feminine. Tune in to hear our conversation and discover what you can do to step into your divine feminine as a woman in midlife. 


Cheryl is a humble servant of the light, healer, shaman, lightworker, massage therapist, mother, daughter, friend, and entrepreneur.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Ways that you’re giving away your power and how to stop
• Limiting beliefs you’re holding onto without realizing 
• How to step into your divine feminine

What better time than now to listen to your inner voice, lean into your inner wisdom, and reconnect with yourself? If you think you could use some help with that, this is the perfect episode for you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:


Visit Cheryl’s Website: www.bethechangebethelight.org 

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Why does society expect you to be invisible in middle age?


If you’re ready to rebel against that idea and reclaim your visibility as a woman in midlife, you’ve come to the right place. Laura Pritchett and I are discussing why women in midlife are overlooked and undervalued in our society and what you can do to become visible again.


Laura is also giving us a sneak peek into her upcoming novel and sharing why she chose to tell the story of a woman entering midlife.


Laura Pritchett is the author of six novels and two nonfiction books, including her latest novel, Three Keys. Both her fiction and nonfiction often focus on issues of ecology, conservation, climate change, and social justice. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Lessons Laura has learned about getting comfortable with the aging process 
• How social media could be keeping you from connecting to yourself
• What we want you to know if you’re feeling invisible in middle age 

This is a beautiful episode about the power of storytelling, connection, and showing up for yourself.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Laura’s Website: https://www.laurapritchett.com

Follow @laurapritchettauthor on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurapritchettauthor/

Follow Laura on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/LauraPritchettAuthor/ 

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How do you find products that truly support your health and nutrition in an industry so heavily influenced by trends, sales, and profits?


In this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive, Dr. Angela Zeng shares her story of innovation, sustainability, and health as she sets out to create a product that would support the overall health of women looking to get to the root of their symptoms. 


Dr. Angela Zeng is the founder of Karviva Wellness Beverages, a line of innovative, health-enhancing beverages that support overall wellness, particularly for women dealing with health issues commonly ignored by the medical field. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• What you get from functional medicine that you won’t find anywhere else 
• One often overlooked nutrient that has the power to improve your health
• What to look for instead of following health trends 

Tune in to learn how to support your body with the power of nutrition in a beverage.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Learn More About Karviva: http://karviva.com

Follow @karvivawellness on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/karvivawellness/

Follow @karvivawellness on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/karvivawellness

Follow @karvivawellness on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@karvivawellness 

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Are you tired of being told that your troublesome symptoms are just part of being a woman?


Holistic health coach and nutritionist Lea Dombrowski has been there, and she’s joining me in this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive to share her experience and how she overcame it. You’ll hear Lea talk about the years she spent battling uncomfortable bloating and an autoimmune disease diagnosis before she took matters into her own hands to send her disease into remission and get her health back. 


She knows how you feel, and she’s sharing her story to help you get the same results she did. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How Lea sent her autoimmune disease into remission
• Effective nutrition tips to reduce bloating 
• The shocking truth about the blood panels you get at your doctor’s office

If you struggle with bloating, IBS, or skin conditions like acne, this gut health-centered episode has answers for you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Lea’s Website: www.livingwithstrength.com

Follow Lea on Socials and Grab Her Freebies: https://linktr.ee/leadombrowski

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Do you have questions about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) in menopause but you don’t know who to ask?


Enter our guest in this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive, Jennifer Gularson. Jennifer is a functional medicine practitioner who specializes in HRT for perimenopausal and menopausal women, and she’s here to answer your burning questions about HRT.


This is something that isn’t talked about a lot, so it’s no surprise that you have unanswered questions. This episode will provide you with some foundational information about what happens to your hormones during menopause, what HRT can help with, and what HRT might look like in different circumstances. We’re talking about symptoms, benefits, risks, methods, and so much more. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• The best time to replace hormones 
• Why women need testosterone 
• Benefits of estrogen that you might not know about
• The roles of different hormones in your body

Tune in to get the scoop on all things HRT.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Jennifer’s Website: yourbestlifewithjennifer.com

Follow @jennifergularson on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifergularson/

Follow Jennifer on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifergularson 

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How often do you celebrate yourself and your wins?


This episode is an invitation for you to join us in celebrating you! We are all women going through life together and our experiences are worth celebrating. 


Julie Blamphin is joining us to share what she’s learned about vulnerability and why it’s so important to share your story. You might think your story doesn’t matter but you’re so wrong, and Julie is here to tell you why. 


Julie is a yoga pro, speaker, retreat leader, and the founder of Stretch Your Spirit. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• The heartbreaking truth about how little we celebrate our wins 
• Ways to instantly reconnect with yourself 
• The most important thing Julie learned about being vulnerable 

If you love connecting with others, having shared experiences, and talking about womanhood, this episode is for you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Get Julie’s Freebie: https://www.stretchyourspirit.com/top3tips?fbclid=IwZXh0bgNhZW0CMTAAAR2pLUeSZISSUrn5Y-ddWOR_wSClXdnMrmBwJdVGzUkRSEhcKHVPIjMyqhc_aem_ARV7gX59yxFLmR2lS0A7RCivAQDrCwHdJNcekj0nJUQHRo1ImhXgrZfoq3F14g-4bPxrZkcUyNsHslBlU-Beb6t7

Visit Julie’s Website: https://www.stretchyourspirit.com/

Join Julie’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/stretchyourspirit/

Follow @stretchyourspirit on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stretchyourspirit/

Connect with Julie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/julie-blamphin-b60397204/ 

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Did you know that it’s possible to reverse diabetes?


There’s a lot that we’re not taught about the prevention and even reversal of diabetes, especially as women. That’s why I’ve recruited the help of an expert to take us through it in this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive. Dr Lara May is here to teach you what your family doctor never did about diabetes. 


Dr. Lara is a functional medicine clinical specialist, master intuitive healer, and international teacher and speaker. She's on a mission to empower you to take an active role in your healing journey, aiming for holistic health mastery of the mind, body, and spirit.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Lies you’ve heard about diabetes 
• One thing that is raising your cortisol without you realizing
• What you can do right now to prevent diabetes 

If you have questions or concerns about your glucose levels, this is a great place to start.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Dr. Lara’s Website: www.drlaramay.com

Follow @drlaramay on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/drlaramay/

Follow Dr. Lara on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/drlaramay

Get Your Free Meditation: https://drlaramay.com/energyhealingbundle 

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What can you do to make your hormones happy during perimenopause?


In the last episode of the Midlife Rise + Thrive podcast, we talked about what to expect from perimenopause and how to know when you’re in it. In this episode, we’re going one step further to discuss what you can do about the perimenopausal symptoms that are making your life miserable. I’m here to arm you with tools you can master on your own so that you can take action right now to start feeling better. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• One pervasive thing that is wreaking havoc on your hormones
• Easy lifestyle changes you can make to balance your hormones
• Ways to train your body to recover from stress 

How are you going to hack your hormones? Tune in to discover your answer.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Set Up a Consultation at a Clinic in Maryland: www.meadowhillwellness.com

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Today on the Midlife Rise + Thrive podcast is the “What to Expect When You Aren’t Expecting Anything” Perimenopause Edition.


No one hands you a guide or even tells you much about what to expect during perimenopause, and it will probably start before you’re expecting it at all. This episode will teach you how to recognize the signs of perimenopause so that you can take your health into your own hands. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Surprising symptoms that are actually signs of perimenopause 
• One thing most people don’t know about menopause 
• The scary truth about what happens if you don’t address your hormones

Often patients have no idea that their symptoms are perimenopause-related, but I want to change that. Tune in to find out whether your mystery symptoms could be signs of perimenopause.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!

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Are you wondering what’s going on with your hormones?


In this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive, Dee Davidson is here to help you find answers to your questions. Whatever symptoms you’re experiencing, your body is communicating something to you, and hormone testing can help you understand what it is. 


With over two decades of experience in functional health, Dee Davidson has dedicated her career to empowering women to thrive through a holistic approach to well-being. As a seasoned functional health practitioner, Dee is deeply passionate about guiding women on their wellness journeys, addressing root causes of health concerns, and promoting optimal vitality through personalized protocols. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Where to start when you’re struggling with your hormones
• How to sort through the overwhelming amount of information online
• The value of getting in tune with your body

There’s a lot of information out there about hormone testing, so let us break it down for you in this episode and give you a place to start.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Dee’s Website: www.confidentlyloveyourself.com

Follow @confidently_love_yourself on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/confidently_love_yourself

Follow Dee on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/coachdeewithcly

Connect with Dee on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/confidentlyloveyourself/

Get Dee’s Free eBook: 11 Daily Steps to Release Weight and Prevent Disease: https://dee-davidson.mykajabi.com/pl/2148002829 

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