Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

What if you were only one thought away from your dream life?


This episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive is all about the power of your thoughts. Kerry Tepedino is here to share the story that led her to create the One Thought Away Project to empower women to change their lives through the power of thought. 


This episode explores how your thoughts influence your reality, how to shift your mindset when you feel trapped by negative thinking, and how to leverage the power of your mind. 


Kerry Tepedino is the CEO and Founder of the One Thought Away Project: a global company and movement that has influenced 250k+ people to transform their lives. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How to start leveraging the power of your thoughts 
• A practical way to start thinking more positively
• The five-step Sacred Self System

If you’re tired of feeling stuck and you’re ready for more, this episode is exactly what you need to help you make a change.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Kerry’s Website: https://kerrytepedino.com/

Join Kerry’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/onethoughtawayproject

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

Get the Free Ultimate Guide to Your Dream Life: https://onethoughtawayproject.com/dreamlife-guide/

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

What is shadow work?


Shadow work is a type of therapy that’s been gaining attention online recently, so maybe you’ve heard of it before. I have a lot of questions about shadow work and I figured you might too, so I asked Dr. Elizabeth Berrocal to join us on the Midlife Rise + Thrive podcast to give us a professional breakdown. 


In this episode, Dr. Elizabeth explains what shadow work is and how it can help you work through trauma and improve your relationship with yourself. She also touches on other forms of therapy, such as EMDR, and shares why these tools are so valuable in midlife. 


Dr. Elizabeth Berrocal is a licensed mental health therapist specializing in trauma and shadow work. Her unique methodology includes delving into the darker side of the psyche, called shadow work, to bring profound healing through the discovery of your self, meaning, and purpose.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• What shadow work is
• How to know if you would benefit from doing shadow work 
• How EMDR therapy works 
• Finding a safe space to learn more about yourself 

If you’re curious about shadow work, EMDR, and the benefits of therapy, you’re in the right place.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Dr. Elizabeth Berrocal’s Website: www.berrocalmethod.com

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

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

Are you considering therapy for the first time as a woman in midlife? You might be wondering if therapy is right for you, how to find a therapist, or what to expect from your therapy sessions, among other things. 


There are all kinds of different types of therapy and it looks different for everyone, but this episode will help you understand the basics to get started. I figured there’s no one better to teach us about therapy than an actual therapist, so I invited Laura Reagan onto the show to help us out. 


In this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive, Laura is covering different types of therapy and how to know which one is right for you, how to find a therapist who is a good fit for your needs, and how therapy can help you thrive as a woman in midlife on a journey of self-discovery. 


Laura Reagan, LCSW-C is an integrative trauma therapist, podcaster, speaker, and coach who owns a group psychotherapy practice in the greater Baltimore area. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why midlife is a great opportunity to find out who you are 
• Reasons to try therapy 
• Questions to ask a new therapist 

If you’ve been thinking about giving therapy a try, listen to this episode first!


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Laura’s Website: https://traumatherapistnetwork.com

Learn the 5 Mistakes People Make When Searching for a Trauma Therapist: https://go.traumatherapistnetwork.com/5mistakes

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

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

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

Follow @therapychatpod on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/TherapyChatPod

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

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

Connect with Laura on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laura-reagan-lcsw-c-481b8b8/ 

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

A lot of the messages we receive about menopause are negative and most of them aren’t even true. If you feel like society puts you in a box as a woman in midlife, you’re not alone. You and I both know that not every 40-year-old woman fits in the same box. We’re all having unique experiences that come with unique needs, so how do we meet those needs in a world that treats us like we’re all the same?


In this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive, special guest Susana Puelles and I are talking about everything society gets wrong about perimenopause and menopause and what you can really expect from this time in your life. We’re long overdue for some re-education, so why not take matters into our own hands?


Susana Puelles, L.Ac. is a holistic hormone and fertility specialist who has been helping women live in hormonal harmony for over a decade. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Reeducating ourselves about what’s normal in menopause 
• How toxins affect your hormones 
• Things to look forward to in midlife 

Menopause doesn’t have to be something you dread! If you have fears about menopause and midlife, this episode will help.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Check Out Susana’s Program: https://www.feelonpoint.com/radiant-program.html

Follow @yoni.sync on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/yoni.sync/

Join the Radiant Health Network Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healyourwomb

Sign Up for the Free Radiant Reset Webinar: https://event.webinarjam.com/register/2/pqg12im

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

How often do you speak to yourself with kindness? 


We tend to be much harder on ourselves than we ever would be on our loved ones, and we’re doing ourselves a disservice. 


Did you know that self-compassion doesn’t only make you feel better, but it also helps you accomplish goals and break bad habits? Brittany Cano is here to teach us more about the benefits of radical self-care and how to implement it as a practice in our lives. 


We’re talking about how to notice and interrupt negative thoughts, listen to your body, stop comparing yourself to others, and start supporting your needs. 


Brittany Cano is the founder of Holistic Nurse Coaches, a nurse-led holistic wellness company. She has a true passion for guiding others to prioritize their well-being so that they can fulfill their life’s purpose with peace and passion. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Recognizing when you are speaking negatively to yourself 
• What your physical body can tell you about your mental state
• How to start practicing radical self-care and compassion  

I hope this episode will encourage you to support yourself in your needs and experience the positive impact of self-compassion.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Brittany’s Website and Get Her Free Guided Elevated Wellbeing Process and Digital Affirmation Card: www.HolisticNurseCoaches.com

Follow Brittany on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/briteni.shaw/

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

Connect with Brittany on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/brittany-cano-bsn-rn-3410b8119/

Subscribe to Brittany’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@HolisticNurseCoaches/videos

Reach Out to Brittany on SpeakerHub: https://speakerhub.com/speaker/brittany-cano-bsn-rn?b=s 

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

Do you feel trapped in the cycle of dieting, losing weight, and then gaining it all back? Like no matter how committed you are, nothing ever sticks?


Laura Folkes is here on the Midlife Rise + Thrive podcast to teach you a different approach to weight loss and your relationship with food so that you can get to the root of what’s keeping you stuck and break the cycle for good. She’s teaching you how to make a truce with food. 


Laura is sharing her own experience with weight loss and what allowed her to finally heal her relationship with food so that you can do it too. 


Laura is a certified facilitator of the research-based Truce with Food process, which helps clients achieve sustainable results without feeling deprived. Her own journey towards experiencing a truce with food and 60-pound weight loss led her to become a Certified Holistic Health Coach. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• The unconscious cycle of self-sabotage
• Stress reactions and protection strategies that come up when we feel threatened 
• Getting to the root of what’s driving your eating 
• How to eat more mindfully 

If you’re tired of feeling like you’re at war with food, this is for you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Laura’s Website: https://laurabfolkes.com

Follow @laurab.folkes on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/laurab.folkes/

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

Subscribe to Laura’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@laurabfolkes

Get Laura’s Free Guide to Why Your Eating Feels Out of Control: https://laurabfolkes.com/workbook/

Laura’s Free Truce with Food Masterclass: ​​https://laurabfolkes.com/truce-with-food-masterclass/

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

This episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive is your guide to all things gut health. 


You might have found your way to this episode because you’re struggling with symptoms like bloating, nausea, and indigestion, but did you know that your gut could be affecting you throughout your body? If you also struggle with things like headaches, fatigue, and mood swings, your gut is a great place to start. 


Dr. Rosemarie Rutecki is joining us to guide us through the basics of good gut health and the top four things you can do to improve your gut health. 


Dr. Rosemarie Rutecki is a distinguished pharmacist and board-certified functional medicine expert, trained at the Institute of Functional Medicine. She excels in identifying the root causes of bodily imbalances, focusing on nutrition, digestion, detoxification, immune function, hormones, and metabolism. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• What the gut microbiome is 
• How your gut affects the rest of your body
• Things you can add to your diet to improve your gut health
• Signs that your gut is out of balance 

If you’re sick of having mystery symptoms that you can’t seem to shake, this episode is for you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Dr. Rutecki’s Website: https://drrosemarierutecki.com/

Learn About the Rutecki Method: https://ruteckimethod.drrosemarierutecki.com/gutreboot

Connect with Dr. Rutecki on Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/rosemarierutecki/

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

Follow Dr. Rutecki on Facebook: ​​https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100009060343886 

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

How often do you talk to other women your age about what you’re going through and how you feel?


Sherrilynne Starkie woke up on her 59th birthday and realized that the answer was not very often at all, and that had to change. She set out to start a podcast and interview 50 women over 50 to hear their stories and give women a space to come together and feel connected. 


In this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive, Sherrilynne is talking about what she learned from that experience and how it brought her back to a joyful place in her life. We’re talking about what it’s like to be a woman in midlife, the value of hearing other women’s stories, and how to shape your legacy. 


Sherrilynne Starkie is an award-winning communications consultant, a problem solver, and a big-picture thinker. She has an international reputation as a social media innovator and is a prolific blogger and podcaster. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• The beauty of hearing stories from all walks of life
• Finding connection through shared stories 
• What it means to shape your legacy 

If you’re feeling lonely or scared on your journey through midlife, you’re not alone. Tune in to discover a whole community of women just like you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Sherrilynne’s Website: https://sherrilynnestarkie.com/

Follow Sherrilynne on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SherrilynnePR

Connect with Sherrilynne on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/sherrilynne/

Follow @sherrilynne7 on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sherrilynne7

Follow @sherrilynne on X: https://twitter.com/sherrilynne 

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

Do you have a game plan for your life?


When things don’t go to plan, you lose touch with yourself, or life throws you a curveball, having a game plan in place can save you from disaster. Heather Gidusko is here to talk about how a game plan can help you come back after losing yourself and be the star player in your life. 


Heather is sharing some of the experiences from her own life that taught her the importance of having a game plan and her formula that you can follow to create a game plan of your own. 


Heather is a wellness superstar dedicated to helping others live healthy and fulfilling lives. As a coach and former Philadelphia Eagles cheerleader, teacher, and gym owner, she has a unique and energetic take on personal development that helps women shine season after season! 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• What it means to have a game plan and why it’s so important
• How to create your game plan
• Being your own biggest cheerleader

It’s time to get off the bench and win the game. Are you ready?


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Heather’s Website: www.heathergidusko.com

Get Heather’s Mindfulness Freebie: https://www.heathergidusko.com/mindfulness

Get Heather’s Book: https://www.heathergidusko.com/book

Follow Heather on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/heather.giduskofitness

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

Connect with Heather on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/heather-gidusko/

Subscribe to Heather’s YouTube Channel: https://www.youtube.com/@heathergidusko/videos

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!

Entering perimenopause and menopause can be a really scary and isolating experience.


We’re taught as a society not to talk about it, so then when the time comes, not only do you not know what to expect, but you have no one to turn to. Amita Sharma had this experience in her own life and said enough is enough. Now she’s committed to helping women feel their best and fight the stigma so that no one has to go through it alone.


Amita is here on the Midlife Rise + Thrive podcast to share her holistic approach to strengthening and supporting your body so that you can fight the symptoms that are bringing you down and feel better than ever in midlife. She has some really interesting insights into how women experience menopause differently around the world and how you can shape your experience of menopause in your world. 


Amita is co-founder of NourishDoc, a holistic wellness platform for women in midlife going through perimenopause and beyond.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How women experience menopause differently around the world
• The many symptoms of menopause and perimenopause
• How embracing a holistic lifestyle can help you thrive in midlife 

Join us in the fight against the taboos surrounding menopause so that women like you and me no longer have to suffer in silence.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit the NourishDoc Website: www.nourishdoc.com

Follow NourishDoc on Facebook: www.facebook.com/nourishdoc

Follow @nourish_doc on Instagram: www.instagram.com/nourish_doc

Follow NourishDoc on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/nourishdoc/

Have a question I can answer? Send me a message! I love to hear from my listeners!