StrongHER Voices

If you’ve ever thought, “I’ll be happy when things calm down” — this episode gently challenges that belief.

In this heartfelt and uplifting conversation, Ashley sits down with happiness coach, speaker, and podcast host Jodi Silverman to explore what it really means to be Happy for No Reason — especially in midlife, when stress, loss, caregiving, and major transitions collide.

Jodi shares her personal journey, the science behind happiness set points, and why joy isn’t something you wait for — it’s something you practice. Together, they unpack how stress robs women of happiness, why guilt often shows up when we prioritize joy, and how small, intentional habits can help women feel more resilient, grounded, and hopeful — even during hard seasons.

This episode is a reminder that happiness doesn’t require perfect circumstances — and that choosing joy is not selfish, it’s necessary.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ What Happy for No Reason actually means — and why happiness isn’t dependent on circumstances

✅ The concept of a happiness set point and how it influences your baseline mood

✅ Why happiness can be learned (and strengthened) at any stage of life

✅ The difference between toxic positivity and true emotional resilience

✅ How gratitude practices physically rewire the brain

✅ Contraction vs. expansion — and how stress keeps us stuck

✅ Why stress is one of the biggest thieves of joy in midlife

✅ Navigating guilt around happiness during caregiving, grief, and loss

✅ Why accepting reality is often the first step toward feeling better

✅ How menopause and midlife transitions can actually support emotional growth

✅ A simple “dare” you can try this week to reconnect with joy

✅ How to measure and track your happiness over time

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👥 Featured Guest

Jodi Silverman — Founder & Chief Dare Officer of Dare On with Jodi, happiness coach, speaker, and host of the Dare On with Jodi podcast. Jodi empowers midlife women to dare more, doubt less, and live fully by building emotional resilience, confidence, and joy — no matter their circumstances.

Connect with Jodi:

Website: https://jodisilverman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi_silverman/

Podcast: https://youtube.com/@BeyondEmptyNest

Resources referenced:

Happy For No Reason by Marci Shimoff: https://amzn.to/4qMNWBR

Happy in Midlife Quiz: https://www.dareontowhatsnext.com/happy-in-midlife-quiz

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⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 Start

00:53 A Full Circle Moment & Jodi’s Story

04:58 What “Happy for No Reason” Really Means

09:43 Raising Your Happiness Set Point

17:11 Stress, Midlife, and the Thieves of Joy

25:20 Guilt, Grief, and Giving Yourself Permission to Feel Joy

31:13 The Dare: Finding the Good + How to Go Deeper

If you’re used to being the woman who “handles it all”… but lately you feel more exhausted, foggy, or emotionally maxed out—this conversation will make you feel seen, validated, and so much less alone.

In this episode, Ashley sits down with psychotherapist and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW to talk about what perimenopause can do to your mental health, confidence, and daily functioning—and how to keep showing up for your life without burning yourself out in the process.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ What perimenopause can look like in real life—why symptoms impact your mood, motivation, and ability to function day to day

✅ “Peri-Duck Syndrome” and why so many high-achieving women feel like they’re barely staying afloat

✅ Anhedonia (the loss of joy)—how it shows up, why it’s common, and how to stop blaming yourself for it

✅ What to do when you don’t recognize yourself anymore and how to rebuild confidence in this season

✅ How mindfulness actually helps (even if you’re busy and don’t think you have time)

✅ Shonda’s “Triangle of Awareness” strategy and simple tools you can use right away

✅ What it really means to “play big” in midlife—and how to do it sustainably

✅ How to spot burnout before it hits and the role boundaries play in protecting your energy

✅ Perimenopause in the workplace—how symptoms affect performance and confidence, and why support matters

✅ First steps for self-advocacy at work + what policies companies can implement to better support women

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👥 Featured Guest

Shonda Moralis, MSW, LCSW — psychotherapist, author, speaker, and Menopause Society Certified Practitioner helping high-achievers struggling with perimenopause feel like themselves again so they can get back to running the world. Through her programs and workplace partnerships, Shonda empowers women to reclaim their energy and confidence while helping organizations retain and engage top female talent.

Connect with Shonda:

Website: https://www.shondamoralis.net/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/shonda.moralis/

Linked In: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shonda-moralis-msw-lcsw-1b909356/

Freebie: Menopause Resource Guide - https://www.shondamoralis.net/subscribe

Program: Reclaim Midlife (7-week virtual group program) - https://www.shondamoralis.net/reclaimmidlife

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⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:53 Introduction

01:50 Welcome Shonda! Shonda's Background

03:31 How does Perimenopause impact women in mid-life? Peri-Duck Syndrome.

06:10 What is anhedonia and how does it show up in perimenopause?

09:23 What do you do when you don't recognize yourself anymore? How do you move forward?

11:42 How does mindfulness factor into midlife and menopause?

18:04 Shonda's books and her Triangle of Awareness strategy

20:42 How does a woman know if she's Playing Big?

22:43 How to recognize if you're entering into burnout?

22:40 The role of boundaries and preventing burnout

26:53 Menopause in the workplace and how to manage it effectively

30:30 What types of policies can companies implement?

34:27 What is a first step a woman can take while working to advocate for themselves?

35:47 One thing a woman should know in midlife

36:45 How to contact Shonda? What programs does Shonda offer?

39:08 Wrap-up

If you’ve been feeling weaker, softer, or more exhausted in midlife — this is your wake-up call. What you’re experiencing isn’t laziness, lack of willpower, or “just aging.” It’s biology. And the good news? You can absolutely take your strength back.

In this empowering episode, we break down what’s really happening to your muscle, bones, and metabolism during perimenopause and menopause — and more importantly, what you can do about it starting today.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ Why you feel weaker or more fatigued in midlife — and why it’s not your fault

✅ How hormone decline affects muscle, bone, metabolism, and energy

✅ The real definitions of osteopenia, osteoporosis & sarcopenia (and why every woman should understand them)

✅ The shocking bone-loss statistics every midlife woman needs to know

✅ Why muscle is truly “medicine” — from metabolism and blood sugar to heart health, cognition, mood, and longevity

✅ The role of nutrition in building strength: protein needs, carbs, fats, supplements, and the truth about fueling your StrongHER Era

✅ Five actions you can start today to protect your muscle, strengthen your bones, and support your future self

✅ How community, accountability, and support make strength sustainable — and why sisterhood matters more than ever

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⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 - Start

00:50 - Introduction

01:56 - 5 Main Topics for Today

02:29 - What's Happening to Your Body In Midlife

08:43 - Definitions So We Can Take Action

08:49 - Sarcopenia - Loss of Muscle and Strength

10:06 - Bone Density Decrease

11:14 - Osteopenia

11:48 - Osteoporosis

14:35 - Muscle is Your Midlife Superpower

22:59 - Nutrition and Aging Well

31:15 - 5 Actions You Can Take Today

Menopause isn’t one symptom. It isn’t “just hot flashes.” It’s a whole-body hormonal shift that affects nearly every organ system — and today, I’m breaking it down in a clear, relatable way so you can finally understand why you feel what you feel.

If you’ve ever thought, “Why is everything changing?” — your mood, your memory, your sleep, your weight, your joints, your skin — this episode is going to make it all finally make sense.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ Why menopause symptoms can show up everywhere, from your skin to your joints to your brain — and why you’re not imagining it.

✅ The major symptom categories: vasomotor, cognitive, emotional, and physical — with real examples from my own journey.

✅ How identity shifts during menopause, and why so many women suddenly feel invisible, emotional, or unlike themselves.

✅ A system-by-system breakdown of what’s happening inside your body:

✅ Metabolism & body composition — why belly fat and muscle loss happen even when habits don’t change

-Cardiovascular health — how estrogen protects your heart and why symptoms change

-Brain, sleep & nervous system — what causes brain fog and chronic exhaustion

-Vaginal, bladder & sexual health — GSM explained and why help does exist

-Gut & digestion — why bloating and constipation become more common

✅ The truth about why every woman’s experience is different, and how race, genetics, lifestyle, and access to care shape your journey.

✅ The hopeful part: understanding your symptoms gives you back your power — and there are many ways to feel better.

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⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 - Start

00:32 - Introduction

02:39 - Symptoms of Menopause

02:50 - Vasomotor Symptoms (AKA Hot Flashes!)

04:02 - Cognitive Symptoms

05:20 - Mood Changes

06:34 - Physical Changes

07:20 - Identity Changes

08:54 - You Are Not Alone

09:27 - Whole Body Impacts of Menopause

10:15 - Metabolism & Body Composition

12:05 - Cardiovascular Symptoms

13:37 - Central & Peripheral Nervous System Impacts

16:28 - Reproductive & Genitourinary Changes

19:51 - Every Woman's Menopause Journey is Unique

25:06 - Thank you for listening!

In this conversation (Part 2 of 2), Ashley joins Jodi Silverman, host of the Beyond Empty Nest podcast, to go deeper into the solutions, the mindset shifts, and the evidence-based support that help women reclaim their energy, confidence, and well-being in this stage of life. This is the episode that reminds you: once you understand what’s happening, you can take action—and you deserve to feel good again.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ Why “when you know better, you do better” is the key to navigating menopause with confidence.

✅ The full spectrum of treatment options, including lifestyle changes, supplements, and medical support.

✅ Hormone Therapy demystified—what the WHI study got wrong, and how to make informed decisions today.

✅ The real-world benefits of HRT for sleep, mood, brain health, and long-term disease prevention.

✅ Lifestyle shifts that make a difference, from sleep routines to nutrition to daily habits.

✅ Why weight gain is common in this transition—and what does help (without extremes).

✅ Pelvic health, intimacy, and why no woman should suffer in silence.

✅ The changing landscape of friendships and relationships in midlife—and how to navigate it with grace.

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💗 Meet Jodi Silverman:

I’m honored to be featured on Jodi's podcast Beyond Empty Nest for a 2-part discussion on menopause. Jodi Silverman is a happiness coach, speaker and my personal inspiration for launching my own podcast! We had an amazing conversation about what's happening to our bodies, minds and identities in menopause, and I know you’ll walk away with practical tips and inspiration to make you feel empowered in this phase of life.

📌 Connect with Jodi Silverman:

Website: https://jodisilverman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi_silverman/

Podcast: https://jodisilverman.com/podcast/

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⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 - Start

00:33 - Introduction

02:05 - Beyond Empty Nest Episode Part 2

03:36 - When you know better, you do better

04:27 - Treatment Options

06:29 - The Mindset of Willing & Able

09:10 - Hormone Therapy (Women's Health Initiative Study)

11:17 - HRT Possible Benefits

14:02 - Lifestyle Shifts to Feel Better

14:38 - Changes for Sleep Benefits

16:28 - Weight Gain Possible Changes

19:39 - Pelvic Health & Intimacy

26:23 - Friendships & Relationships

28:28 - Final Words of Encouragement

30:42 - Dare for Listeners

31:42 - Closing Thoughts

35:12 - Please Subscribe & Review

In this conversation (Part 1 of 2), Ashley joins Jodi Silverman, host of the Beyond Empty Nest podcast, to unpack what’s really happening during the menopausal transition — from hormones and symptoms to how these shifts can affect your mood, motivation, and confidence.You’ll walk away with science-based insight, relatable stories, and a big dose of reassurance that you’re not “losing it” — you’re evolving.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ My background how I became a Menopause Health Coach

✅ Why there's so much confusion about what's going on with our body's in the menopause transition

✅ The top two hormones causing all the havoc during the menopause transition

✅ Some of the many symptoms of menopause, and ones that may surprise you

✅ Advice for your own journey, including how to talk to your provider

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💗 Meet Jodi Silverman:

I’m honored to be featured on Jodi's podcast Beyond Empty Nest for a 2-part discussion on menopause. Jodi Silverman is a happiness coach, speaker and my personal inspiration for launching my own podcast! We had an amazing conversation about what's happening to our bodies, minds and identities in menopause, and I know you’ll walk away with practical tips and inspiration to make you feel empowered in this phase of life.

📌 Connect with Jodi Silverman:

Website: https://jodisilverman.com/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jodi_silverman/

Podcast: https://jodisilverman.com/podcast/

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If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛

🩷 Join StrongHER Together

Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out:

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Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/

⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 - Start

00:32 - Introduction

02:05 - Beyond Empty Nest Episode Part 1

04:48 - My Background

06:02 - GYN Visit That Changed Things

08:08 - Why Is There So Much Confusion About Menopause?

09:47 - When Does Menopause Happen?

12:58 - What Hormones Are Impacted By Menopause?

15:19 - What Are Symptoms of Menopause?

17:34 - What Menopause Symptoms Are Most Surprising?

20:58 - Be Your Best Advocate

25:14 - How Can I Figure Out My Own Patterns?

27:47 - One Takeaway

28:36 - Free Resource

31:42 - Closing Thoughts

If you’ve ever felt lost about what’s actually happening in perimenopause or menopause, this episode is your roadmap. Today, we break down the entire hormonal transition in a way that finally makes sense—no confusion, no mystery, just clarity.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ Why menopause is a natural transition, not a disease, and how it impacts your entire body.

✅ Defining the Four Stages: Reproductive Age, Perimenopause, Menopause, and Postmenopause.

✅ A detailed look at Perimenopause—the phase of hormonal fluctuation and why symptoms like anxiety and joint pain start here.

✅ The truth about Menopause (it’s just one day!) and Postmenopause (the rest of your vibrant life).

✅ Practical Tools: The simple way you can start tracking today to advocate for yourself at your next doctor’s appointment.

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If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛

🩷 Join StrongHER Together

Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out:

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Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/

⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 - Welcome to StrongHER Voices!

00:32 - Episode Outline

01:07 - Menopause is not a disease!

01:39 - 4 Phases of Menopause

02:02 - Process of Menopause (Hormones)

02:25 - Phase 1 - Pre-Menopause

03:01 - Phase 2 - Peri-Menopause

04:15 - Peri-Menopause Myths!

04:20 - Myth 1 - Symptoms Happen Only After Periods Stop

04:44 - Myth 2 - Blood Tests Confirm Peri-Menopause

05:27 - Phase 3 - Menopause

06:20 - Menopause Myths!

06:22 - Myth 1 - Menopause Happens at Age 50

06:54 - Myth 2 - Once You Hit Menopause, Too Late to Treat Symptoms

07:25 - Phase 4 - Post-Menopause

08:32 - Post-Menopause Myths!

08:36 - Myth 1 - Life Goes Downhill After Menopause

09:11 - Myth 2 - Post-Menopause Means Menopause is FINISHED

10:18 - Menopause is Unique

11:14 - Actions YOU Can Take

11:20 - Action 1 - Start Tracking YOUR Symptoms

12:04 - Action 2 - Focus on Lifestyle Fundamentals

12:24 - Action 3 - Advocate For Yourself

14:08 - Closing Thoughts

If you’ve ever wondered how I went from a 20-year corporate career to becoming a menopause health coach—and why I’m so fired up about helping women in their StrongHER Era—this episode tells the whole story.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ My nontraditional path—from engineering and corporate life to fitness and coaching.

✅ The moment teaching dance aerobics changed everything and sparked my passion for women’s wellness.

✅ Why the pandemic became the catalyst for leaving corporate life and stepping into purpose.

✅ My confusing, dismissed entry into perimenopause—and the doctor’s reaction that lit a fire in me.

✅ How that experience led me to become a certified Menopause Health Coach and create StrongHER Together.

✅ The mission behind this podcast: giving women clarity, confidence, and a community that actually gets it.

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If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛

🩷 Join StrongHER Together

Get ongoing support, accountability, education, and the tools you need to feel stronger—inside and out:

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👉 https://youtube.com/getfitwithashley/

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Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/getfitwithashley2012/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/getfitwithashley2012/

⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 - Welcome to StrongHER Voices!

00:27 - My Background

05:36 - Join StrongHER Together

🩷 In this quick two-minute episode, I’ll share why I created StrongHER Voices, what you can expect with each episode, and how this space will help you cut through the confusion, feel understood, and move forward with confidence.

🎙️ StrongHER Voices is the empowering podcast helping women navigate their StrongHER Era with clarity, confidence, and the honest, expert-backed support they deserve.

Hosted by Ashley Basilio — certified menopause health coach, fitness professional, and women’s wellness advocate.

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In this episode, we cover:

✅ Who I am and why I'm doing a podcast

✅ What to expect with each episode

✅ An invitation to join our StrongHER Together community

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If this episode resonated with you, I’d love to keep supporting you on your StrongHER journey. 💛

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Daily tips, real talk, behind-the-scenes, and encouragement for your StrongHER Era:

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⚠️ Disclaimer:

The information shared in this podcast is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not medical advice and should not replace consultation with your healthcare provider. Always talk with a qualified professional about your individual health needs before making changes to your diet, exercise, or treatment plan.

00:00 - Who is Ashley and why this podcast exists.

00:41 - The value you'll get in every episode (trusted strategies, real talk, and expert insights).

01:54 - The invitation to join our StrongHER Together community.