Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

Do you struggle to get quality sleep on a consistent basis?


I brought sleep expert Morgan Adams on the podcast to explain why women in midlife so often suffer from poor sleep. Anyone who has ever laid awake at night trying to will themselves to sleep knows how frustrating it is, but is there a simple solution? 


In this episode, Morgan is sharing some quick and simple tips for getting more sleep and, more importantly, improving your sleep quality. She’s also explaining the causes of poor sleep so that you can understand what’s happening in your mind and body and hopefully get some answers about your health.


Morgan Adams is a holistic sleep coach for women who struggle with getting a good night's sleep consistently. Her goal is to help women feel better and live better, and the key to both begins with a good night's sleep. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Why women in midlife suffer from poor sleep 
• The relationship between hormones and sleep 
• Simple strategies that you can use to improve your sleep

Tune in to finally answer the question: why can’t I sleep?


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!

Resources Mentioned:
Visit Morgan’s Website: https://www.morganadamswellness.com/
Sharing the Covers by Dr. Wendy Troxel: https://www.amazon.com/Sharing-Covers-Every-Couples-Better/dp/0306875004 

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Would your life look different if you decided to choose to be brave?


I sat down with Sandy Travis Bildahl to talk about how making brave decisions can change your life for the better. Midlife is a transitional time that brings change and embracing change takes bravery.


It might seem easier to stay in your comfort zone where you feel safe, but how many experiences are you missing out on because you’re scared to say yes? Sandy is here to convince you to dare to be brave and go after the things you really want in your life.


She’s sharing her tips for getting braver including asking yourself, “What would I do if I was brave?”


Sandy Travis Bildahl, author of the best-seller Bravery Becomes You: On the Road to Fearless and Free, is a certified emotional intelligence and business coach and inspirational speaker. She loves the wonder of adventure, being scared, and living brave.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How to get braver 
• Taking chances and being brave in midlife 
• Why bravery is self-care 

If fear is holding you back from the things you really want, this episode is for you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Sandy’s website: http://www.braverybecomesyou.com 

Follow @braverybecomesyou on Instagram: https://instagram.com/braverybecomesyou 

Follow Sandy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/braverybecomesyou?mibextid=LQQJ4d 

Get Sandy’s book: a.co/d/8R4j1zy

Get Sandy’s resources by emailing her at [email protected] 

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Do you ever hear messages about aging that you absolutely hate?


As a society, we have all kinds of ideas about what it means to age, what you “should” do as you age, and what is age-appropriate, but all of these ideas are meaningless. What really matters is how you feel about your life. 


In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Amy Johnson to talk about how to get in touch with what you really want at any age and find lasting freedom from unwanted habits, anxiety, and self-doubt. 


Amy Johnson, Ph.D., is a psychologist, coach, author, and speaker who shares a groundbreaking new approach that helps people find lasting freedom from unwanted habits, anxiety, and self-doubt via insight rather than willpower. In 2017 she opened The Little School of Big Change: an online school that has helped thousands of people find freedom from anxiety and habits and live a more peaceful life.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• Shifting the thoughts that society has conditioned you to have 
• Challenging the idea that you’re supposed to do certain things at a certain age 
• Reflective questions to ask yourself about your life 

Get ready to rethink what you thought you knew about time and age, learn to listen to yourself, and shed external expectations for your life. This journey is all about you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Dr. Amy’s Website: https://dramyjohnson.com/ 

Connect with Dr. Amy on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/DrAmyJohnson

Follow Dr. Amy on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.amy.johnson/

Download Your Free Chapter of Just a Thought: https://dramyjohnson.com/just-a-thought-intro/

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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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Let’s talk about sex, baby. 

No really, I’m joined in this episode by Dr. Catalina to talk all about sex in midlife. We’re running through some common scenarios that women face in their sex lives in midlife and what you can do to reclaim your sexuality and get the sex life you want. 

It’s time to challenge the sexual norms that aren’t serving you and take control of your story. Dr. Catalina is sharing practical tips that anyone can use to start getting back in touch with what brings them joy and pleasure. 

Dr. Catalina believes that exponential bliss is your absolute birthright. Through her work as a licensed psychologist for the past 23 years, she has learned that relationships are essential to who we are and how we experience life. Unfortunately, sometimes relationships aren’t easy and sex can suck. Dr. Catalina uses neuroscience, psychology, and tantra to help driven women experience ecstasy without settling for sexless relationships.

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Ways to reconnect to your body 
• Tapping into your sexuality rather than shutting it down 
• How to revive your sex-life

Whether you’re trying to spice up your long-term relationship or get back on the dating scene for the first time in what feels like forever, this episode has something for you.

All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!

Resources Mentioned:

Visit Dr. Catalina’s Website: www.TheIntimacyDoc.com

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

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

Follow Dr. Catalina on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/cathylawsin/

Join Dr. Catalina’s Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/cravingconsciousintimacy 

Subscribe to Dr. Catalina on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCx7P6AyNnHpnAdIiohLwGaQ 

Sign Up for a Free Sexy Strategy Session with Dr. Catalina: https://calendly.com/drcatalina/sexy-strategy-session 

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TW: mentions of suicide 


We all know that attitudes toward women in the workplace have changed a lot over the years, but have you ever thought about how women’s attitudes toward other women in the workplace have changed in recent years too?


Molly Wilmer is here in this episode to talk about the unique set of career challenges that women in midlife face. She’s sharing what she’s noticed about the shift towards women supporting other women in the workplace, how we can find more fulfillment in our work life, and why it’s okay for your life and career goals to change as you get older. 


Molly Wilmer is an executive coach who specializes in helping women break through career barriers and find fulfillment in their work. Her coaching approach is inspired by her own personal journey to find peace, joy, and empathy. She’s passionate about sharing what she’s learned to help others reach their goals.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• What we as women in midlife could learn from our daughters and the younger generation
• Creating more room for sisterhood in the workplace 
• Giving yourself permission to meet your wants and needs 
• Why it’s okay for your boundaries, beliefs, and needs to change 

If you’re looking for inspiration as you think about what you want from your career in midlife, tune in.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Molly’s Website: https://oysterinsight.com/ 

Connect with Molly on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mollywilmer/ 

Follow Molly on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086625915025 

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

Take Molly’s Personality Quiz: https://oysterinsight.com/personality-quiz/ 

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What if you could make peace with food and your body once and for all?

Special guest Elizabeth Harris is here to talk all things intuitive eating in this episode of the Midlife Rise + Thrive podcast. She’s teaching us what intuitive eating is, the value of gentle nutrition, and why she’s working to shift the focus of health away from weight. 

If you’ve heard of intuitive eating and wondered what it’s all about or thought it sounded great but couldn’t imagine how it could actually work, Elizabeth is busting misconceptions about intuitive eating and teaching us how it really works. 

Elizabeth Harris is a dietitian, intuitive eating counselor, entrepreneur, and co-host of the podcast Wellness: Rebranded. She's passionate about empowering women to opt out of diet culture and reimagine their relationships with food, movement, and their bodies. 


Topics covered in this episode include:

• What intuitive eating is 
• Why we are vulnerable to weight stigma in midlife 
• How to shift your beliefs away from diet culture 
• Why weight isn’t the best indicator of health

If you’re curious about intuitive eating and how to move on from diet culture forever, this episode is for you.

All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!

Resources Mentioned:

Visit Elizabeth’s Website: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/

Listen to the Wellness: Rebranded Podcast: https://elizabethharrisnutrition.com/podcast

Join the Health & Healing With Intuitive Eating Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/healthandhealingwithintuitiveeating

Get My Free Self Assessment Tool: risingwomanproject.com

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Are you tired of annoying and uncomfortable symptoms that your doctor can't get to the bottom of? Looking for a solution besides being on hormones and antidepressants for the rest of your life?

Listen up, because I think you’ll be interested in this episode about how acupuncture, East Asian medicine, and functional medicine can help you through menopause. 

I brought in a pro, Heather Bergstrom, to teach us everything we need to know. She’s sharing her experience with frustrating symptoms and limited solutions, the five elements in Chinese medicine and how to use them to get to know your body, and how to start turning inwards and nourishing yourself. 

Heather Bergstrom has been a practitioner of East Asian medicine for over a decade and a practitioner of functional medicine for the last three years. Heather uses traditional wisdom and philosophy as well as current therapeutic understanding to navigate the physical, emotional, and spiritual challenges associated with the transition to menopause. 

Topics covered in this episode include:

• Listening to what your body is telling you 
• The five elements in Chinese medicine and how to use them
• Focusing on how to nourish yourself 

If you’re just finding out about East Asian and functional medicine and you’re wondering if they could be for you, this episode is a great place to start.

All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Heather’s Website: www.vitalmatriarch.com

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If you feel stressed about the changes happening to your body, you’re not alone. 


So many women have concerns about their bodies getting weaker in midlife, but the truth is there is so much you can do to strengthen your body no matter how active you’ve been before now. I promise it’s not too late! 


We’re lucky enough to be joined by Dr. Gina Hahn in this episode to teach us some simple and practical ways to get moving and get stronger. I wanted Gina to be one of my first guests on the podcast because of her unique approach to physical therapy and the connection between mind and body. Just wait until you hear the episode; you’re going to love her. 


She’s talking about how you hold stressors in your body, getting to know your body and look at the whole picture, how to strengthen different parts of your body, and so much more.


Dr. Gina Hahn is a licensed Doctor of Physical Therapy. She specializes in pelvic health and chronic pain. Her approach to physical rehab includes mindfulness training, behavior modification, strength and conditioning, and hands-on therapy.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• How stress manifests in our bodies 
• The benefits of deep breathing
• Keeping your body strong and healthy so that you can live the life you want

If getting active seems overwhelming to you right now, just start by listening to this episode. You’re already taking one small step in the right direction.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!



Resources Mentioned:

Visit Dr. Gina Hahn’s Website: www.performxtherapy.com 

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

Follow Dr. Gina Hahn on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/performxtherapy 

Schedule a Complimentary Screening With Dr. Gina Hahn: https://calendly.com/performxtherapy/mom-baby 

Read The Body Keeps the Score by Bessel van der Kolk M.D: https://www.amazon.com/Body-Keeps-Score-Healing-Trauma/dp/0143127748 

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What do you know about breathwork? Did you know that you can use it to regulate your body, nervous system, mood, digestion, and more?


If that sounds good to you, listen up! 


I’m so excited to be joined in this episode of Midlife Rise + Thrive by Trish Brewer. Trish is here to teach us the basics of breathwork. Think of this episode as Breathwork 101. It’s the class we all needed in school, and yet none of us got it. The good news is, it’s never too late to get started. 


Trish is sharing how breathwork can help you balance your nervous system and how that will benefit your mind and body in midlife. I’ve done this work myself and trust me, it’s good. 


As a trauma-informed Breathwork Coach, Reiki Master Teacher, and Intuitive Guide, Trish’s work is to create and hold space for you and to serve as your guide back to your whole self. Trish believes that when we allow ourselves to be supported, we expedite our own healing and self-discovery. She knows this to be true from her own experience. And when you work with Trish, she’ll meet you not just as a teacher, but also as a student.


Topics covered in this episode include:

• What breathwork can do for you as a woman in midlife 
• The different types of breathwork 
• The simple science behind breathwork 
• How to get started with breathwork 

If you’re interested in learning new ways to heal, this is for you.


All show notes are available at risingwomanproject.com!


Resources Mentioned:

Visit Trish’s Website: https://www.trishbrewer.com/

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

Follow Trish on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/trishdbrewerbreathwork/

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