In this episode, host Mary Lee welcomes Dr. Malaika Woods, a specialist in bioidentical hormones, and integrative and functional medicine to discuss her extensive knowledge about menopause and bioidentical hormone therapy. The conversation get deep into uncovering historical misconceptions stemming from the Women's Health Initiative, highlighting that our current healthcare system is still shrouded in misunderstanding.

Dr. Wood's shares her profound philosophy that the body is a divine design, and that we all possess the self-healing potential within our body. The conversation explores further why many medical practitioners shy away from prescribing, let alone discussing hormone replacement therapy as a viable and safe option for perimenopause symptom management. BHRT aside, the role that diet, lifestyle, and stress managment play in overall health, as well as the importance of discovering the root causes of symptoms can be a game changer for many.  Seeking a comprehensive assessment such as the methods Dr. Woods uses, can be a roadmap to good health and a vibrant menopause experience.

Connect:

• Discover more about Dr. Malaika Wood's practice and her book Physician Unleashed on her website and on LinkedIn.
• Gain access to her secrets: Get Your Menopause Makeover: Stop Feeling Like a Hot Mess! 

Resources:

• Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris, Estrogen Matters  (not an affiliate link)
• Download PDF from the Menopause Society 2022 Position Statement on Hormone Therapy 

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Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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Today's episode of the Menopause Disruptive Podcast with the host Mary lee examines the important but not well discussed topic of suicide and suicial ideation. Mary's next guest has lived experience.

Gina Cavalier is a filmmaker, an author, artist, and Founder of Liberated Healer, as well as the host of a podcast of the same name.  In the conversation, Gina opens up with her journey from suicial ideation and overcoming childhood trauma to spiritual awakening. She delves into the intersection of menopause and mental health, discussing the alarming correlation between menopause and suicidal ideation.

She shares her self-healing holistic techniques like grounding, color therapy, and energy work she discovered worked and that women have readily available to overcome the negative impact of symptoms and thoughts. The conversation highlights the importance of open dialogue for mental health management, and uplifting content to reduce stigma. Gina also shares the inspiration to break the stigma in her two recently publsihed books and an upcoming docuseries aimed at providing support and fostering conversations around suicide prevention.

Connect:
Learn more about Gina Calavlier's work on her website and on Instagram. You can also tune in to her podcast.

Resources:

• Yoni Egg  (not an affililate link)

00:14 The Intersection of Mental Health and Menopause
02:02 Gina's Personal Journey
04:40 Understanding Suicidal Ideation
07:27 The Importance of Open Conversations
10:09 Gina's Healing Techniques
19:43 Energy Work and Grounding
27:27 Releasing Energy and Grounding Techniques
27:53 Personal Journey with Female Health
29:07 Visualization and Consciousness
33:20 Color Therapy for Healing
36:12 Empowering Self-Healing
36:39 Service and Giving Back
39:02 Supporting Menopausal Women
42:17 Gina's Books and Resources

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Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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In this episode, host Mary Lee, engages in an insightful conversation with female mental health expert Dr. Charlynn Ruan to discuss the critical need for women to address perimenopause and menopause starting in their early forties.

Dr. Ruan highlights the significant mental health impacts that accompany hormone changes and explains how women can thrive during this often overlooked transition. She shares her personal journey and motivations behind founding Thrive Psychology Group, a practice focused on empowering and supporting women through various stages of life, including menopause.

The conversation emphasizes the importance of community, self-care, and emotional maturity in navigating this period. Dr. Ruan also covers practical strategies for dealing with stress, rage, and maintaining peak performance during menopause, underscoring the need for a comprehensive approach to women's health. This episode aims to break down stigmas, encourage open conversations, and provide actionable advice to help women transform their perimenopausal and menopausal experiences positively.

Dr. Charlynn Ruan is a Clinical Psychologist and the founder of a large group practice, Thrive Psychology Group. She works extensively with female founders and CEOs using practices such as meditation & mindfulness-based treatments, EMDR, CBT for Insomnia, trauma, anxiety. Her expertise covers many areas in women's mental health, including trauma recovery and post-traumatic growth, women’s empowerment and peak performance, fertility, pregnancy, motherhood, the mental health impact of perimenopause and menopause, stress management and reduction, overcoming shame, self-esteem, boundary development, and personal growth and development. Dr. Ruan is truly the 'psychologist for the modern woman!"

Connect with Dr. Charlynn Ruan through her website and on Instagram and Facebook

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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In this episode, host Mary Lee dives into the intricacies of menopause and hormone health with Dr. Liz Lyster, an OBGYN, author, speaker, and expert in perimenopause and menopause.

The discussion highlights the misconceptions brought about by the Women's Health Initiative study, emphasizing the benefits of hormone replenishment therapy using bioidentical hormones. Dr. Liz shares her personal journey, the importance of proper hormone testing, and effective ways to advocate for one's health. Key topics include the impact of hormone therapy on sleep, weight gain, brain fog, and overall well-being, the role of testosterone for women and managing health concerns with a family history of breast cancer.

Dr. Lyster is a graduate of Cornell University and completed her medical schooling at UC Irvine and received her Masters degree at UCLA in Community Health Education. In her private practice in the San Francisco Bay area, she helps women and men in midlife and beyond lose weight, have more energy, increase their motivation and drive, and generally feel great.

Connect with Dr. Liz through her website and on Instagram and Facebook

Resources:

• Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris, Estrogen Matters  (not an affiliate link)
• Dr. Lisa Mosconi, PHD, The Menopause Brain (not an affiliate link)
• Download PDF from the Menopause Society 2022 Position Statement on Hormone Therapy 
• Dr. Liz Books 

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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In this episode of the Menopause Disruptor Podcast, host Mary interviews Intimacy Whisperer Pauline Ryland of Queensland, Australia. Together, they delve into the intricate relationship between trauma, menopause, and sexual wellness, discussing how unprocessed trauma and suppressed sexual energy can impact overall vitality and health.

Pauline, a certified somatic sexologist and author of 'Empowered Conscious Sexuality from Prude to Pleasure,' shares effective techniques such as the Havening Technique and NLP to help release blocked energies and transform beliefs about sexuality. The conversation highlights the importance of addressing past traumas, understanding sexual energy, and integrating practices to enhance intimacy and well-being during menopause.

Connect with Pauline on her website at www.paulineryeland.com, on Facebook, Instagram as the intimacywhisperer, and on LinkedIn.

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Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

Click on the link to learn more 👉🏼👉🏼 https://emmeellecoaching.com/workplace

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In this inaugural 2025 episode of the Menopause Disruptor Podcast, the focus is a comprehensive recap of the most impactful insights from 2024. 

Host, Mary Lee brings a recap episode that emphasizes embracing midlife with the right mindset, addressing key health areas - heart, bone, muscle, brain health, sleep, and nutrition, while highlighting the importance of managing stress and body image. 

These clips also extend to menopause advocacy in the workplace, personal growth, and community support. Practical advice covers handling menopause-related changes, maintaining a healthy lifestyle, understanding neurodivergent conditions, and the transformative power of self-awareness and personal acceptance. 

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Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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In this episode, host Mary Lee interviews Dr. Tayo, a former radiologist who has transformed into a menopause wellness expert. Dr. Tayo share her invaluable insights on hormone therapy, advocacy, and the urgency for more menopause awareness and education in the workforce .

Dr. Tayo opens with her personal journey dealing with menopausal symptoms and exposes the unfortunate lack of medical training in this vital area of women’s health. The conversation explores the challenges and misconceptions surrounding menopause that so many women face and the importance of women asserting themselves and demanding they be recognized and appreciated for their worth beyond menopause. 

We take no prisoners when addressing pressing societal issues, including misogyny and ageism, as well as the economic impact resulting from a lack of workplace support for those affected at work. 

When it comes to symptom management, an indivdualized approach is key and, while menopause hormone therapy (HRT) has its benefits, Dr. Tayo advocates for a whole-body approach. Crucial lifestyle factors, including sleep, brain health, and stress management play a vital role in our overall wellness. With this approach, Dr. Tayo shares arevolutionary Five Superpower System for managing menopause without risky medications.

Connect with Dr. Tayo on her website
Download her free guide:  The Dynamic Woman's Sleep and Fat Burning Menopause Power Pack

Resources Mentioned:

• Menopause Foundation of Canada: Menopause Inclusive Workplace
• Menopause at Work: It's Always Been Part of the Equation

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Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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Did you know there is a way that we can restore our hormone balance to youtful levels?

In this episode, host Mary engages in an enlightening conversation with Dr. Prudence Hall, a leading expert in hormone health, on the intricate relationship between hormones, lifestyle, and overall wellness.

From the significant impact of menopause on our gut health, thyroid and adrenal levels to the vital role that testosterone plays in women, Dr. Hall provides invaluable insights and recommendations for achieving hormonal balance for optimal health, as well as how to advocate for one's health with healthcare providers.

Dr. Prudence Hall is the founder and medical director of The Hall Center, a holistic medical center focused on women's health, detoxification, weight loss, and vibrant living. Dr. Hall transitioned from traditional gynecological surgery to specialize in regenerative and integrated medicine, addressing root causes of aging without heavy reliance on pharmaceuticals.

Passionate about empowering her clients, Dr. Hall helps them achieve peak well-being and prevent the decline often associated with aging through established natural and regenerative methods.

Connect with Dr. Prudence Hall in her website and on Instagram
Download her free book Radiant Again and Forever
Resources Mentioned:

• Avrum Bluming & Carol Tavris, Estrogen Matters  (not an affiliate link)
• Jeffrey Bland, Founder and President Personalized Lifestyle Medicine Institute
• Medical Medium Anthony William, the chronic illness expert 
• Valter Longo, The Longevity Diet (not an affiliate link)
• Dr. Abraham Morgentaler

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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In this episode, Mary is joined by Dr. Angela Lauria, a late-diagnosed autistic adult to explore the intersection of neurodivergence and menopause. 

Angela divulges her journey with an autism diagnosis to understanding her heightened sensory experiences during menopause.  She shines a critical spotlight on  historical societal norms and biases towards neurodivergence acceptance in boys as opposed to girls and children of colour or lower socioeconomic status  and further discusses why many women may still remain undiagnosed. Angela also emphasises the importance of self-identification over formal diagnosis. 

The conversation dives deep into the eight (8) senses of neurodivergent individuals, shedding light on the need for tailored support for neurodivergent women, and the significance of community and self-advocacy to help navigate the compounded effects of symptoms in menopause.

Angela has a B.A. and an M.A. in Journalism and Media Affairs from George Washington University and a PhD in Communications from European Graduate School. She has leveraged her autism with a life-long special interest in nonfiction to help almost 2,000 entrepreneurs write, publish, and promote their books through her company Difference Press. She, too, is an author of eight books, including a Wall Street Journal and USA Today Bestseller. 

In addition to her professional work, she created The Autistic Culture Podcast (ranked in the top 2.5% of global podcasts) to advocate for viewing autism as a cultural difference to be embraced and not a disorder to be fixed.

Links and Resources:

• Find Dr. Angela Lauria's work at Difference Press and her podcast Autistic Culture Podcast 
• Connect on LinkedIn, Twitter, and Instagram
• Read the recommended study: A perfect storm
•  Mary's Blog: The Tumultuous Intersection of Autism and Menopause

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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In this empowering episode, we welcome Robin, an integrative health coach and advocate for mindful living, as she shares her insights on navigating midlife, menopause, and the journey to holistic wellness. 

Drawing from her personal experiences as a mother and health enthusiast, Robin emphasizes the significance of small, actionable changes—what she calls the  1 Percent Shift Method -that can lead to transformative results.

Join us as we explore:

• Establishing a morning routine to set the tone for a productive day.
• Having a supportive community that addresses the feelings of loneliness and isolation experienced during transitional phases like menopause and empty nesting.
• Understanding food labels and the impact of harmful ingredients in food and beauty products.
• Addressing emotional health and finding validation in our experiences as we navigate this unique stage of life.

This episode is packed with practical tips and heartfelt insights to help you embrace this new chapter with confidence and clarity. 

Links and Resources:

• Connect with Robin and explore her free resources at Live Life Balanced with Robin
• Check out her podcast, Healthy Lifestyle Habits for Midlife Mamas, available on Apple Podcasts and Spotify
• Check out her helpful apps on ingredient awareness so you can start creating a non-toxic home:
  • Think Dirty
  • EWG’s Healthy Living 
• Connect with Robin on  Instagram www.instagram.com/livelifebalancedwithrobin/
• Robin's recommended read: Relentless Joy (not an affilliate link)

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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post.

Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.

Bring menopause awareness to your workplace. Mary is a Licensed Menopause Educator helping coroprations of any size foster a positive and supportive culture for employees impacted by menopause. Boost retention, reduce abesentism and presenteeism.

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