Launch Your Life Podcast: Recent Episodes
Launch Your Life Podcast
Launch Your Life with Dr. Michelle Gordon is the only mindset podcast that provides weekly actionable insights for lasting happiness and change for high achieving professionals who are ready to bounce back from burnout.
There’s no easy way to talk about racism.
It’s a learned behavior and hard to unlearn without a relaunch to thinking patterns.
I didn’t know anything different. But I actively worked to see how I was raised and change this.
And I'm still a work in progress.
Today on the Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m talking about the racist history of my home town and Christmas, among other things
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
01:40 Racism
07:32 Christmas in the House of Many Horrors
10:03 Baby Grow-A-Tooth
11:17 Unlearning childhood beliefs
Resources:
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For more information, here’s the references used in this podcast:
https://www.britannica.com/event/Executive-Order-8802
https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/executive-order-8802-1941-2/
https://www.blackpast.org/african-american-history/sundown-towns/
https://tumbleweird.org/the-tri-cities-is-a-sundown-town-again/
https://biblehub.com/galatians/3-28.htmhttps://depts.washington.edu/labhist/maps-race-tricities.shtml
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In my experience, sexualization caused extreme toxic shame.
Merriam-Webster has a descriptive definition:
“A painful emotion caused by consciousness of guilt, shortcoming, or impropriety, the susceptibility to such emotion, a condition of humiliating disgrace or disrepute.”
On today’s episode of the Launch Your Life Podcast, I talk about shame, my mother’s secrets, generational trauma, discovering fundamental truths about myself and more.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
1:41 Sexualization and shame
2:13 Experiencing toxic shame
3:11 The steps of grooming
4:37 Overcoming toxic shame
5:06 Sex-ed
5:33 The result of my coping mechanism
6:03 Generational trauma
7:46 My mother’s secrets
8:48 The abuse in my father’s family
9:07 My father’s shocking response
9:40 Narcissistic parents
10:39 Fundamental truths (about me)
12:03 My entrepreneurial spirit started young
Resources:
- Send me feedback and your thoughts: drg@drgordon.me
- Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.launchyourlifepodcast.com)
- Connect with me on Instagram (@doctormichellegordon)
- Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmgordon)
- Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon)
For more information, here’s the references used in this podcast:
https://www.webmd.com/mental-health/what-is-toxic-shame#:~:text=Toxic%20shame%20is%20a%20feeling,childhood%20or%20as%20a%20teen
https://psychcentral.com/blog/psychology-self/2018/09/childhood-toxic-shame#1
https://www.icmec.org/wp-content/uploads/2016/05/Behaviors-of-Sexual-Predators-Grooming.pdf
https://www.health.com/condition/ptsd/generational-trauma
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On today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I continue with my childhood, reveal some alarming statistics, talk about the time I “woke up” in 5th grade, and more.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
02:29 Some alarming statistics
06:45 Disassociation
07:53 Waking up
08:32 Shame and guilt
09:16 The torture lost memory
10:35 The brains’s elegance
Resources:
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- Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon)
- Child Sexual Abuse Statistics (https://victimsofcrime.org/child-sexual-abuse-statistics)
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Growth work is change work. It’s not only uncovering beliefs from childhood, but all the beliefs stacked through life experiences and anything we think is “true.” On today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I talk about the process of change and why it can be so hard as well as some anecdotes from childhood.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
01:54 True growth
04:30 Catholic school
11:44 Consequences of staying out too late
12:51 Complicated mother
13:29 Ballet
14:52 Life is a series of corrections
15:15 Frightening nights
Resources:
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- Connect with me on Instagram (@doctormichellegordon)
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On today’s episode of the Launch Your Life Podcast, I share how I developed a deep love of travel, a childhood illness, more stories of the House of Many Horrors, a recurring night terror, and much more.
True growth is uncovering the beliefs and stories you created as a child to make sense of perceived or real trauma. It can be tedious, painful, and meticulous work.
But bringing your rational, adult mind to the stories you create in your childhood is freeing.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
01:55 Wanderlust as a child
03:12 Alcoholic mother
04:12 A new diagnosis
05:36 One of my fondest childhood memories
06:16 Getting my ears pierced
06:42 Medical trauma
08:10 Visiting my cousins
10:05 Using my adult brain to make sense of abuse
10:35 Night terror
Resources:
- Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.launchyourlifepodcast.com)
- Connect with me on Instagram (@doctormichellegordon)
- Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmgordon)
- Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon)
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On today’s episode of the Launch Your Life Podcast, I share how I developed a deep love of travel, a childhood illness, more stories of the House of Many Horrors, a recurring night terror, and much more.
True growth is uncovering the beliefs and stories you created as a child to make sense of perceived or real trauma. It can be tedious, painful, and meticulous work.But bringing your rational, adult mind to the stories you create in your childhood is freeing.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
01:55 Wanderlust as a child
03:12 Alcoholic mother
04:12 A new diagnosis
05:36 One of my fondest childhood memories
06:16 Getting my ears pierced
06:42 Medical trauma
08:10 Visiting my cousins
10:05 Using my adult brain to make sense of abuse
10:35 Night terror
Resources:
- Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.launchyourlifepodcast.com)
- Connect with me on Instagram (@doctormichellegordon)
- Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmgordon)
- Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon)
For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Launch Your Life Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
Thank you for tuning in!
In this episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I discuss childhood beliefs, competition, feeling heard, and much more.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
01:50 My first pivotal year
02:05 Deep self-sufficiency
03:55 Competition
06:16 Feeling heard
08:14 Why I’m a doctor
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In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I want to share my story to help you understand where I’ve come from and how I’ve relaunched my life over and over as I’ve dealt with trauma, adversity, setbacks, and surprises.
Back in 2018, I wrote over 60,000 words of a memoir and I’ve just let it sit on my shelf all this time, but in this series, you get to hear it first.
I hope you can find some inspiration as we go through this together.
I’ve just entered my 4th year of podcasting and I want to let you know how much I appreciate you spending time with me every week.
Today, I'll tell you about a surprising revelation that occurred when I was 5.
In This Episode:
00:00 Intro
02:04 Hometown history
05:35 The house of many horrors
08:47 The surprising lesson I learned from my grandfather
11:11 The power of responses
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In today's episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I take you back to one of the first episodes I released on The Menopause Movement Podcast with Ryan Levesque, the CEO of The ASK Method® Company and one of the industry's highly-regarded personalities.
Many women in midlife, like me, pivot and want to be their own boss. The natural question that can come up is “What type of business should I start?” But here’s what you should be asking: “What market am I going to focus on pursuing?” In today's episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I take you back to one of the first episodes I released on The Menopause Movement Podcast with Ryan Levesque, the CEO of The ASK Method® Company and one of the industry's highly-regarded personalities.
We talk about the four types of entrepreneurs and their shadow sides, what is a practice business and why you should consider starting one, reframing failure and much more!
Who are you going to serve?
Many women in midlife, like me, pivot and want to be their own boss.
The natural question that can come up is “What type of business should I start?”
But here’s what you should be asking: “What market am I going to focus on pursuing?”
Because the business that you start is actually far less important than choosing the right market.
During the podcast, we discussed the most important question to ask yourself before starting a business, what to think about before you get started PLUS: The four types of entrepreneurs and their shadow sides Ryan's life pyramid and the five Fs to life that he uses to continue to be a high achiever What is a practice business and why you should consider starting one Reframing failure The biggest obstacle people have to getting a business going How fear of giving up what we have now can keep us from greatness
Tune in today to find out what type of entrepreneur you are and what type of business you should start!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
0:00 Introduction and Opportunity 4:32 The most important question to ask yourself
7:03 First steps to get started with your business
9:05 Deciding what your non-negotiables are
9:25 The four types of entrepreneurs
17:22 Ryan’s analogy on starting a business
18:57 What is a shadow side
20:57 Looking at the life pyramid
21:32 The value of the ripple effect
23:16 Excelling in the five Fs of your life
25:05 Other aspects of the shadow side
28:16 How Ryan uncovered the different types of entrepreneurs
32:33 Why detaching yourself from the outcome and focusing on the process matters
33:32 Obstacles you face in the early stages of your career and overcoming it
34:39 Getting it going instead of aiming for perfection
37:53 It’s either you earn or learn
39:25 Getting a coach
40:30 Pioneers and settlers in business
43:20 Honoring and banking on your ideas
44:19 Recognizing imposters syndrome
48:42 Ryan’s growth, journey, and takeaways
52:50 Choosing progress rather than perfection
About the Guest:
Ryan Levesque is an accomplished entrepreneur and best-selling author. He started his journey by establishing practice businesses and now has his own enterprise, The ASK Method® Company. Ryan was featured in different publications such as USA Today, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and Entrepreneur for his entrepreneurial work over the years. Currently, he has over 250,000 entrepreneur subscribers eager to read his business advice.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) Business Type to Start Quiz (https://choosequiz.com/quiz-6-2/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Choose: The Single Most Important Decision Before Starting Your Business by Ryan Levesque (Use this link: https://cu262.isrefer.com/go/choose/Shelfster/) Ask: The Counterintuitive Online Formula to Discover Exactly What Your Customers Want to Buy...Create a Mass of Raving Fans...and Take Any Business to the Next Level by Ryan Levesque (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3psRlGR) Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3iUPGHI) Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2Yl2I7N)
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Everybody feels like an imposter at first until we decide to push through in order to get to the next side. It's really hard to grow if we’re always comfortable but we need to get out of our comfort zone to improve.
Consistency wins the game for everything and I talk about that in today's episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast with Madonna Hanna who is a competitive sprinter in the 50 meter and 100 meter dash, motivational speaker, freelance writer, and actress.
Tune in today and get motivation to get started on whatever your dream is.
When I got back into exercise in 2014 I had to fight with myself to do it because I had this mindset that exercise was punishment.
I don't know where that came from.
But I had to change my mindset and it became something more along the lines of “What can I do with this body?”
I had to get really curious about it in order to make myself do things.
It's really hard to grow if we’re always comfortable. But we need to get out of our comfort zone to improve.
I always like to tell people that the best exercise is one you'll do with consistency.
Because consistency wins the game for everything.
In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m with Madonna Hanna who is a competitive sprinter in the 50 meter and 100 meter dash, motivational speaker, freelance writer, and actress.
During the podcast, we talk about what it's like to be an athlete in midlife and how to get started PLUS:
How a download from the universe can change the trajectory of your life How coaching in anything closes the gap
Tune in today and get motivation to get started on whatever your dream is.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro 03:36 How Madonna started as an athlete 07:20 Madonna’s story of winning her team a bronze medal 12:54 Madonna’s mindset shift that led her to become a world-class athlete 19:45 How coaching closes the gap 22:45 The biggest challenge for women 33:40 Becoming a midlife athlete 36:24 The best exercise to do 40:02 How to get out of burnout 41:45 Madonna’s record 46:47 Moving forward with excellence
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) Madonna’s website: https://dropkickthedrama.com/
Books mentioned in this episode:
A Beautiful Work In Progress by Mirna Valerio
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About the Guest:
Madonna Hanna had a successful career in the fashion industry at the corporate level. She retired as an award winning fashion marketing educator. Presently, she is a motivational speaker, freelance writer, actress, amateur competitive athlete, and she writes a monthly article for the Senior Scene publication chronicling her journey to the 2022 National Senior Games in Fort Lauderdale, FL. Madonna was selected as the January 2020 National Senior Games Association Athlete of the Month.
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Every single limit is in our mind, but the reality is, we can do anything. We’re not born excellent at anything and so it's so important to just practice and give ourselves some grace. In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m with J.M. Phillips who is an author and retired Occupational Therapist. During the podcast, we talk about the mindset shifts J.M. had to make in order to overcome her personal obstacles, to writing a book and how you can start to take action toward your passion right now.
I hadn't run since I was 18 until I hired a cycling coach who happened to be a triathlon coach.
When I first started running, I did it for one minute at a time and my heart rate would go up to 180 so I had to walk for three minutes and then run and walk.
Eventually I came in second in my age group in 5Ks.
Then I did a seven mile run in 11 minutes per mile, which I thought was really good for me at 55.
And then I did a 5k in under 30 minutes.
Every single limit is in our mind, but the reality is, we can do anything.
Have you ever felt like you wanted to reinvent your life and start over? If so, please tell me all about it. I really need your advice.
To reward you for your time, I’m going to choose nine people to join me on a NO COST 1:1 Relaunch Call.
This call is designed to help you get clear on your specific goals so you can get started now.
To join in and be eligible for the Relaunch Call, go to https://discover.drgordon.me and answer all the questions.
I look forward to reading your responses and talking to you soon!
Remember, anything we're doing is worth sucking at it first. We’re not born excellent at anything.
And so it's so important to just practice and give ourselves some grace.
It's never too late and you can do anything when you put your mind to it.
In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m with J.M. Phillips who is an author and retired Occupational Therapist.
When she became motivated by the retelling of family stories, she wrote Lamlash Street which is a book about navigating family life in London.
During the podcast, we talk about the mindset shifts J.M. had to make in order to overcome her personal obstacles, to writing a book and how you can start to take action toward your passion right now.
Tune in today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
04:57 The mindset shifts Jill took to take action towards her dream
09:10 The importance of accountability for behavior change
12:11 Making friends with the negative voice in our head
12:35 The first book that Jill wrote
16:11 Jill’s favorite Science Fiction books
20:44 Why misogyny exists
25:58 What are jellied eels
28:17 Going back to Science Fiction authors and books
30:32 Negotiating roadblocks
37:16 Reading memoirs
39:26 How to get started on big life goals
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) J.M.’s website: https://jmphillipsauthor.com/
Books mentioned in this episode:
The Alphabet Versus the Goddess by Leonard Shlain
Lamlash Street by J.M. Phillips
The Book of the New Sun by Gene Wolfe
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About the Guest:
J.M. Phillips is an author and retired Occupational Therapist. Motivated by the retelling of family stories, she wrote Lamlash Street, which is about navigating family life in London after World War II. She is a storyteller with a passion to inspire families to connect through the telling of their past.
Growing up in the UK, J.M. emigrated to Canada after working in a London solicitor's office for a few years. She spent 30 years working as an Occupational Therapist and Hospital manager before retiring. Rather than slowing down the pace of life as she neared retirement, J.M. refocused her efforts enjoying each day with a zest for life.
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As adults, we sometimes think that we should be really good at everything we try and if something doesn't work right away, we think that we have to give it up but when it comes to making any change, it’s important that we don't try to change everything all at once and we don't have an all-or-nothing attitude. In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m with Stephanie Lueras who is a body positive ACE certified personal trainer, ACE fitness, nutrition specialist, international best-selling author, and speaker. We talk about the power of habits, making lasting change, and much more. Tune in today!
When I first started running, I ran 30-40 seconds at a time and my heart rate would go up into the one eighties.
And then I would walk while I caught my breath.
Then I'd run again.
The longest race I ever did was the Falmouth Road Race, which was seven miles and I did 11 minutes per mile.
Exercise is a hundred percent dose dependent.
And when you do it, you get better at it just by taking little steps.
As adults, we sometimes think that we should be really good at everything we try.
And if something doesn't work right away, we think that we have to give it up.
I like to tell people I work with that anything worth doing is worth sucking at it first.
Because babies are not born walking.
Everything takes time.
Because when it comes to making any change, it’s important that we don't try to change everything all at once and we don't have an all-or-nothing attitude because that's just defeatist.
In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m with Stephanie Lueras who is a body positive ACE certified personal trainer, ACE fitness, nutrition specialist, international best-selling author, and speaker.
She was sick and tired of being sick and tired and needed some changes. Through small actions and goal-setting, Stephanie has lost over 200 pounds.
During the podcast, you're going to discover the power of habits and making lasting change PLUS:
The importance of routine and accountability How to change your relationship with failure How to let go of the importance of a number when it comes to weight and health The mindset shifts required to lose 200 pounds and keep it off Why accountability matters
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
05:17 Making little habits to create change
10:18 Changing our relationship with failure
15:06 Looking at our beliefs about being a woman
16:44 Finding something bigger to move into purpose
19:48 Letting go of expectations
24:57 Seeing ourselves as adults
28:27 How to start losing weight
31:13 Making friends with our brain
32:55 Why integrity is important for success
Resources:
Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) Stephanie’s website: www.heartandsolefit.com
Books mentioned in this episode: A Beautiful Work In Progress by Mirna Valerio Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda
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About the Guest:
Stephanie Lueras is a body positive certified personal trainer dedicated to working one-on-one in-person and online with specific client-created holistic goals to help them be the best they can be physically, emotionally, and spiritually.
She owns Heart and Sole Fitness & Wellness where she works with clients virtually and in-person to break down the barriers in achieving fitness, wellness, and accountability goals—no matter the starting point.
She believes in a holistic pursuit of balance where we strive for physical, emotional, and spiritual wellness to be our best selves possible.
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Self-care is an inside job. It's about asking for help. It's about knowing you need it. It's about being vulnerable enough with other people to let them in a little, so you aren't doing everything alone. And it is about setting boundaries. In today’s episode of the Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m with Suzanne Falter, host of Self-Care for Extremely Busy Women podcast where we talk about grief and loss as an opportunity for growth, reinvention and the five basics of self-care.
Self-care is an inside job.
It's about asking for help. It's about knowing you need it. It's about being vulnerable enough with other people to let them in a little, so you aren't doing everything alone.
And it is about setting boundaries.
Have you ever told yourself you can't stop or the world will crumble?
Some people believe that.
But no one else is going to care for our time the way we do.
I'm a true believer in radical responsibility. Our outcomes are based on how we choose to think and how we choose to believe things.
Remember, if we're not getting the outcomes that we want, it might be because we are not choosing to look at our habits.
In today’s episode of the Launch Your Life Podcast, I’m with Suzanne Falter, host of Self-Care for Extremely Busy Women podcast where we talk about grief and loss as an opportunity for growth, reinvention PLUS: Parenting our inner child Recognizing and addressing burnout Setting appropriate boundaries
She also shares the five basics of self-care.
Tune in today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
00:00 Intro
06:17 Dealing with what our emotions mean to us
07:45 When money stops improving the quality of life
09:30 The first signs of burnout
12:55 The system that is creating burnout
14:14 What really is self-care
17:10 The five basics of self-care
23:01 Healing the inner child
23:53 How to create space and time when working from home
27:45 Why being “extremely busy” is just a mental model
30:05 Handling grief
35:15 Practical tips to move forward
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) Suzanne Falter’s website: https://suzannefalter.com
Books mentioned in this episode: The Extremely Busy Woman's Guide to Self-Care by Suzanne Falter The Year of Magical Thinking by Joan Didion The Obstacle Is the Way by Ryan Holiday
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About the Guest:
Suzanne Falter is a speaker and podcaster who helps busy women find happiness through self-care.
Suzanne leads online and live workshops for busy professionals about self-care and building healthy self-care habits. Her participants tend to work in high stress industries like tech, health care and real estate.
Over the last fifteen years, Suzanne’s work has been featured in More, O Magazine, The New York Times, Coast to Coast AM, Tiny Buddha, Elephant Journal, Woman’s Day, The Wall Street Journal, SELF, The Christian Science Monitor, as well as more than 100 TV and radio programs. She is also the author of How Much Joy Can You Stand, Living Your Joy, and Surrendering to Joy, as well as 9 novels, including the popular lesbian fiction series, Oaktown Girls.
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Everything else is open to interpretation and we can change our story in an instant as long as we're willing to look at things from a different perspective. We can change our lives. In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, we talk about how we can make that happen with Rapid Transformational Therapist, Sally Garozzo. Sally is passionate about innovative approaches to health and wellbeing, which support the midlife transition. She also gives us some practical tips on creating a sustainable sleep routine, so stay until the end of the episode.
Consider this: If you only had six months to live, what would you do?
Without question I know I would be traveling.
But if there were no limits, what would you do?
This is something I always think about because the limits that we have in our lives are only things that we put on ourselves because of some belief.
Anyone who's listening to a mindset podcast wants to grow.
For growth to happen, we have to be in this state of constantly questioning what we believe to be true.
Because unless we start to radically examine our beliefs, our lives will not change.
We also have to be comfortable with the fact that things happen as they're supposed to.
And that means giving up our sense of control.
Nothing is set in stone.
The only thing that I think is real is gravity.😂
But other than that, everything else is open to interpretation and we can change our story in an instant as long as we're willing to look at things from a different perspective.
We can change our lives.
In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, we talk about how we can make that happen with Rapid Transformational Therapist, Sally Garozzo.
Sally is passionate about innovative approaches to health and wellbeing, which support the midlife transition.
During the podcast we talk about how subconscious programming drives our lives and our behavior PLUS: Deconstructing the past Why it's so hard to create lasting change Why Sally takes a five minute dip into the English winter sea a few times every week
She also gives us some practical tips on creating a sustainable sleep routine, so stay until the end of the episode.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Intro
[5:17] Pivoting in midlife
[8:08] How deconstructing our beliefs can lead to growth
[12:15] The “I’ll be happy when…” Syndrome
[15:35] If you only had six months to live, what would you do?
[18:52] Redefining failure
[21:23] How to relax into the pain
[23:44] Changing habitual behaviors
[28:05] The benefits of going into cold water
[32:35] Setting boundaries and saying NO
[38:15] How to sleep better
[41:05] Why you don’t need to exercise to lose weight
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) Sally Garozzo’s website: https://www.sallygarozzo.com
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About the Guest:
Sally Garozzo is the founder of The Sleep Super Power Academy, a Clinical Hypnotherapist and Certified in Peri to Post Menopausal Wellness. She is also the host of The Menopause Mindset Podcast.
Sally helps midlifers heal from the wounds of the past so that they can be free of anxiety and reclaim their confidence and authenticity.
She created the 4 stages of healing through menopause model which focuses on HRT, diet and lifestyle, the deep work, connection, and belonging.
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As I've gotten older, I've realized mindset truly is everything.
I spend a lot of time in my courses and programs helping people see things from a different perspective so that they can create change in their lives.
I even had one client say, “I would have paid five times as much to see this much change in my life.”
I can change the way I look at just about anything if I'm willing to let go of what my ego wants and that's the harder part.
Shifting your mindset really is a spiritual journey.
There are two sides inside our emotional brain:the connected side, which is where positivity, our ability for clarity, and our sense of confidence are. Our power is all in that connected side.
On the other side of the brain is the disconnected side and that's where our fear, guilt, worry, and all of those things that suck our energy are.
That's where head trash lives.
Renie Cavallari says that the goal of life is to spend as much time as possible on the connected side.
And she shares how we can do that in today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast.
Renie is the CEO of Aspire and RCI Institute and she has been speaking around the globe to groups from 15 to 5000 for over 25 years. Her expertise is in transforming results through people.
She is a member of the prestigious National Speakers Association (NSA) and was named an “Outstanding Woman in Business” by Phoenix Business Journal. As a powerhouse business leader, Cavallari helps both small and large organizations achieve breakthrough results by thinking boldly and disrupting the status quo.
Tune in today and find out what Head Trash is, how it kills potential, and how to dump it in the moment.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Intro
[2:25] Why shifting your mindset is a spiritual journey
[3:45] What Head Trash is and how it kills potential
[6:40] Staying connected versus disconnected
[9:41] Asking yourself shift questions when you’re stuck
[14:48] Feeling the way you think and training the mind like a muscle
[19:26] 3 steps to take back control during a busy workday
[26:27] Putting a woman “in her place”
[30:17] Leadership being a behavior
[32:10] Accountability and responsibility
[38:55] The power of understanding why mindset comes first
[42:12] Being in compassion with ourselves
[44:33] How to dump your Head Trash in the moment
[51:45] The different kinds of performers
[56:10] Why being mediocre is okay
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon) Renie Cavallari’s website: https://www.dumpheadtrash.com Get in touch with Renie Cavallari
Books mentioned in this episode:
HEADTRASH: The Leading Killer of Human Potential
Peak Mind: Find Your Focus, Own Your Attention, Invest 12 Minutes a Day
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About the Guest:
Renie Cavallari, CEO of Aspire and RCI Institute, is an organizational anthropologist, and has been speaking around the globe to groups from 15 to 5000 for over 25 years. Her dynamic, storytelling approach skips the fluff, and her impact is demonstrated by Aspire’s 96% client retention. Her expertise is in transforming results through people. She goes way beyond inspiration as her humorous, and proven performance improvement strategies have been transforming teams for decades.
Renie’s 6th book, HEADTRASH, The Leading Killer of Human Potential, is now available on Amazon.
Renie is a member of the prestigious National Speakers Association (NSA) and was named an “Outstanding Woman in Business” by Phoenix Business Journal and is recognized as a thought leader in the area of People Technology™, which focuses on changing human behavior to improve performance and quality of life.
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One of my mentors, Srikumar Rao likes to say, "If it doesn't make your heart sing, you shouldn't be doing it."
What is in your heart that you’re so passionate about?
Have you been putting it off?
The universe is going to give us infinite ideas and possibilities but they're not going to stick around forever for us to take action.
Your action can lead you to a brand new life where you are fulfilled.
In today’s episode of The Launch Your Life Podcast, I take you back to one of the first episodes I released on The Menopause Movement Podcast with Laurie Wright as we talked about entering a new chapter in life with renewed passion, purpose, and focus.
Laurie Wright developed a program called, Make The Rest Your Best to help passionless empty nesters create their own unique heart-centered action plans and have them be ready to experience midlife.
Tune in today and stay to the end to find out why hiring a coach is life-changing.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
(02:23) Laurie shares her midlife transformation—from being a health and fitness coach to a life coach.
(06:51) No matter what you do in life, you have to want it from the heart, not because it's what's going to make your parents proud, or because it's what's going to make your husband happy.
(11:29) Within a couple of years of promotion after promotion and reaching the vice president position in AOL, Laurie started to get anxiety attacks.
(12:11) The link between menopause and anxiety
(13:12) Misplacement and losing control
(14:21) Empty nest: Loss of identity after children move out of the house
(15:22) Misplacement in marriage, taking risks and getting back your passion in life
(21:21) There's a field of infinite possibilities.
(24:15) Liquid courage
(27:05) Behavior change from a scientific standpoint
(28:07) The role of meditation in self-improvement
(31:49) The metaphysics in religion and why it's vital in empowering women
(34:44) Why is having a period considered as something embarrassing?
(37:30) Beliefs shape our reality.
(38:58) Turning your passion and advocacy into revenue
(42:36) Laurie shares her coaching evolution and transformation in detail.
(44:57) Why is hiring a coach life-changing?
(49:22) You learn so much from a community with like-minded people.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Laurie Wright’s website: Not Your Average Grandma Laurie Wright’s Facebook page and Instagram
Books mentioned in this episode:
The Alphabet Versus the Goddess https://amzn.to/37Lezzu
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We have plans for ourselves.
But sometimes the universe has a different plan for us.
Sometimes we think what we want is the right thing, but when it doesn’t happen…we get disappointed.
I used to get mad when I’m disappointed.
Especially because I almost always get what I want (not from a spoiled child perspective). I'm usually in alignment with what the universe wants for me.
And when that doesn't happen, I start asking questions like, “Why do I have this desire?”
James Wedmore says this a lot: “You either get the result you want or the lesson you need.”
If life has given you a desire and an expectation, and then that expectation isn't met for whatever reason, rather than disappointment, our job is to look at it and say, “What’s the lesson here?”
The quality of your life is determined by the quality of your questions.
This is how I learned to sit and try to let go when disappointment comes.
In today’s episode of The Best Of The Menopause Movement Podcast, I take you back to one of the first episodes I released as I talked about handling disappointments.
Tune in today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
(6:02) How to pivot or course-correct when disappointment becomes too heavy
(19:38) Seeing the bigger picture—asking yourself what you want and making decisions that will take you there
(22:44) Managing health expectations in your menopause years
(27:44) Change your lifestyle and start with the end in mind
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/)
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We often don't realize this, but we have a bully inside our heads.
It's important to pay attention to how we're telling ourselves stories, what those stories actually mean, and whether they're valid.
A quick example: If I tell myself that someone hates me because I'm wearing scrubs, then we're going to have tension because this is the story that I've told myself, regardless of whether it's true.
Mindset really comes down to the story we are telling ourselves more than anything else.
And a lot of times, the stories that we believe came from what we learned when we were children.
For me, it’s the memory of my mother saying that my uncles were rich because they were doctors. At that moment, my little five-year-old brain said, “I have to be a doctor or I won't be able to make money.”
That decision and belief served me.
My subconscious mind took me from being a music major, to taking one class in Trigonometry and high scoring that class, to going into science to one of the most difficult colleges in the country called, Harvey Mudd, to medical school.
We are being programmed from such a young age, and if we don't pay attention to how we're speaking to ourselves and what beliefs are driving our current actions…
We get stuck in a box.
Our beliefs create our future.
And we need to step out of the box to create a life we love.
In today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, I’m with Jill Romig who is passionate about helping women make peace with their pasts to step into their own and become more confident and comfortable in their skin through her Living Boldly Coaching Program.
At 53, she finally figured a few things out and is excited to share what she's learned with other women that struggle with aging, fitness, nutrition, intimacy, and fashion.
During the interview, we discuss healing from the past, her experience with eye movement, desensitization and reprocessing (EMDR) PLUS:
How important we speak to ourselves is How the book, The Four Agreements changed her life Introverts and extroverts How our thoughts create a reality What fear is and why failure is a door to possibility The importance of affirmations done the right way in success
This episode will help you make peace with your past and understand the importance of positive affirmations.
Tune in today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
[03:51] How did Jill get started helping women heal from their past?
[07:09] How Jill was helped by Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR)
[13:06] How to speak to ourselves and why that’s important
[20:55] How the book, The Four Agreements, changed her life
[26:34] Introverts and extroverts
[32:20] Reconnecting with our sexuality and dealing with trauma
[40:36] How our thoughts create our reality
[44:07] What fear is and why failure is a door to possibility
[51:09] The importance of affirmations done the right way for success
[55:12] Finding God
About Our Guest
Jill Romig is passionate about helping women make peace with their past, step into their own, and become more comfortable and confident in their skin through her Living Boldly coaching program. At 53, she finally figured a few things out and is excited to share with women struggling with aging, fitness, nutrition, intimacy, and fashion. Despite being an accomplished CPA and a fitness instructor for 25 years, she struggled for many years over her weight, self-image, self-worth, and self-esteem.
She made a shift in her mid-40s as she immersed herself into self-help and learned about the law of attraction, vibrations, source energy, and positive affirmations to become the best version of herself. All of what she has learned she then applied to her coaching program, Living Boldly.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Check out Jill Romig’s website to get your 5 Tips to create your own personalized affirmations download https://www.jillmromig.com/
Books mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul https://amzn.to/2O0nPbe The Four Agreements The Success Principles https://amzn.to/3MUj1jl True Meditation https://amzn.to/3KSrGRX
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I was very competitive as a child.
I remember we lived on a cul-de-sac and there was a boy visiting. I had just gotten new shoes and I said to him, “I just got new shoes. I can run faster than you.”
And he said, “Your shoes don't make you fast.”
I said, “Do you want to make a bet? I’ll race you to the end.”
I had to go so fast that I beat that kid.
It’s interesting to look back at some childhood memories to help understand our current behavior.
There are forces that help give us the self-discovery that we need to understand our subconscious programming.
And in today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, we’ll talk about the Enneagram.
The Enneagram is a deep dive into what makes you tick. Unlike most personality systems, which usually have a cluster of preferences or behaviors, the Enneagram really goes way deeper than behavior, which is why it's hard to test.
But our guest, Stephanie Davis, an enneagram expert and a trainer educated in business, psychology, and systems theory will give us an overview about the 9 different types.
Tune in today and find out what your type might be!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
(02:28) The enneagram and what makes you tick.
(08:39) What you can get from learning the enneagram
(12:02) What makes your type “messed up”
(16:42) The three types within each triad of the enneagram
(18:06) What is the gut triad?
(25:27) Why there are no accurate enneagram tests.
(26:56) The gut triad (1, 8, 9), what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react. (26:01) Type 1 (26:56) Type 8 (29:33) Type 9
(32:20) The heart triad (2, 3 4): what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react. (33:33) Type 2 (37:26) Type 3 (42:25) Type 4
(46:16) The goal after figuring out your type
(57:23) The head triad (5, 6, 7): what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react. (57:45) Type 5 (1:00:58) Type 6 (1:07:46) Type 7
(1:13:37) Other theories from Katherine Fauvre and Claudio Naranjo, and the continuous evolution of the field
(1:21:52) Resources for your growth
(1:24:13) Going through the nine enneagram types and drawing a caricature for each
About Our Guest
Stephanie Davis is an Experienced President with a demonstrated history of working in the management consulting/coaching industry and retail/franchise development. Skilled in Navigating (or Instigating) Disruption, Business Planning, Coaching, Sales, Negotiating, Teambuilding and Creating Empowered Cultures. Strong business development professional with a Bachelor's degree in Psychology and post-graduate work in Business and Systems Theory.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Head over to Stephanie’s site to take an enneagram test (this test is geared toward finding success in life)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer https://amzn.to/2O0nPbe The Complete Enneagram by Beatrice Chestnut https://amzn.to/33XWo7C The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile https://amzn.to/2NY7KD0 The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Riso and Russ Hudson https://amzn.to/35dOG9n
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There are truths I didn't think I would ever say.
One of them is we're all on a spiritual path, whether we want to believe it or not. Even the most ardent atheist is on their own spiritual path.
When I was in high school, I was like a crazy Jesus freak. Then I kind of slipped away from it because the church didn't treat me well.
But it was when I saw that there's always availability for something bigger that I started to see the world that we live in is something that we've created.
And we have the ability and the opportunity to change everything just based on how we see things.
Whether you call it God, energy or the universe…
We only see the world through the filter of the box that we are in, and not everybody understands that the magic happens outside of it.
Some of us love to be philosophical and keep everything in our head.
But what we are missing is application.
We need integration, embodiment, and empowerment.
And the best spiritual practice is how you are living your life.
I talk more about that in today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast with Makhosi Candiss Pitts as she shares her life-changing experience, from the difficulty of conception to dropping out of medical school to pursue a spiritual journey.
During the interview we discussed her infertility journey, her brief encounter with menopause, how hormone imbalances affected her pregnancy, PLUS:
The importance of detaching from outcome to achieve desired results The definition of shaman and how without a cultural context, it's almost impossible to define How spiritual gifts are available to anyone, but not all are called to the path of the shaman The importance of gratitude in everyday life The questions people ask about fulfillment The definition of purpose, why it's important and how it's impossible to think yourself to a purpose
Tune in today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Intro
[5:02] Makhosi's hormone issues
[14:12] How Makhosi prepared for pregnancy
[16:40] Detaching from the outcome
[18:12] What a Shaman is
[30:05] The mind and spiritual paths
[36:25] The best spiritual practice
[41:04] How having an awareness practice can help in midlife
[47:42] Finding your purpose
About Our Guest
Makhosi Candiss Pitts graduated with degrees in business and marketing. While she was preparing for medical school, she was at the top 1% of consultations in a direct sales company before realizing that she does not feel any sense of fulfillment. This situation led her to her spiritual journey toward shamanism.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Follow Makhosi on her Instagram, and Youtube. You can also check out her website, The Royal Shaman.
Books mentioned in this episode: Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz: https://amzn.to/3aoidko
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Abuse is a lot more common than a lot of us would admit.
It’s not just physical. It’s more than that and it cuts through to someone’s core.
And while it may not be directly related to menopause, some of us may be in abusive relationships.
Understanding more about how to handle, get out of and heal from an abusive relationship is so important.
Nobody deserves to be abused physically, verbally or emotionally.
In this episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, I’m with Miki Sturges where we talk about the cycle of shame, angel syndrome PLUS: The cycle of abuse How we live in a patriarchy and how that affects abuse Breaking the cycle
Miki is a life coach and an expert in the field of resilience and survival from domestic abuse. She established a company called the Rise Up, Women Movement, where she aims to empower, encourage, and inspire women in conquering challenges from abuse.
One out of every four women in the United States experiences domestic violence in their lifetime. The most crucial step in getting away from this trauma is contacting a domestic abuse hotline.
If you need immediate assistance for domestic abuse, call 911, or you may call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). They will provide help by assisting with crisis intervention and initial safety planning. There is also a hotline for teen victims of domestic violence, called Love Is Respect, which you can call at 1-866-331-9474.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
(02:11) Miki talks about her journey and how she became a life coach.
(08:16) Leaning into your fear.
(09:13) Miki shares about her healing from an abusive marriage. "I put up the facade, I was very confident at my job, but when I went home, I was this little person, worth nothing."
(14:06) The cycle of abuse.
(20:02) How the fear of leaving affects women in an abusive marriage and why it's not easy to leave.
(21:41) Transforming beliefs.
(25:50) Emotional and verbal abuse cuts through your core.
(26:55) The cycle of shame.
(29:36) Learning to get through your subconscious.
(34:10) Miki shares how the need to protect her son was the biggest jump in finding the courage to leave her abusive husband.
(36:55) We live in a patriarchal society, and that plays a significant role in perpetuating abuse.
(40:17) The importance of having support in escaping and recovering from abuse.
(47:55) You are not responsible for anyone else's feelings.
(49:00) What is angel syndrome?
(52:15) Approaching a relationship in a healthy marriage.
(56:47) Freeing and forgiving yourself from thoughts of the past.
(1:03:48) The Rise Up, Women Movement.
About the Guest:
Miki Sturges is a bilingual (Japanese-English) Women’s Empowerment coach, Abuse Recovery Ministry Leader, Master-certified in Neuro-Coaching, certified in Christian coaching, and Splankna Trauma Release Practitioner in training. She helps women let go of past hurt, overcome long-standing insecurities, and get back lost confidence so that they feel empowered, capable, and worthy to step into their God-given greatness and the person they are created to be. Unlike conventional therapy or counseling, she uses her unique "G.R.A.C.E" methodology, combined with a neuroscience-based technique to reveal what’s programmed at the subconscious level, along with God’s guidance and wisdom.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Reach Miki on her Facebook page You can also listen to her podcast Visit her website
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Have you ever been triggered?
A few years ago, this term used to be new to me.
There were many instances where I was triggered and reacted inappropriately, because one of the ways that I managed my own trauma was not to trust anyone and to always push people away.
If I felt threatened at all I would lash out. This almost cost me my job when I was a resident, because I didn't know how to interact with people.
Thankfully I got to a place where I had the luxury to do some introspection, where a lot of women may not have that because a lot of us are still in survival mode even into midlife.
This is why having a safety net relationship is important.
During midlife, we often rethink our relationships. This phase also calls for the rediscovery of self.
In today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, we have Deirdre Fay, a licensed clinical social worker, who is the author of Attachment-Based Yoga and Meditation For Trauma Recovery.
Tune in as we talk about valuable insights on how you can healthily deal with your triggers and get useful information on how to deal with self-discovery and relationships.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
(05:18) Definition of triggers
(06:57) Attachment theory
(07:40) Seven fundamental attachment needs
(09:53) Triggers as heavily-charged memories
(12:05) What are attachment imprints?
(13:23) What is representation?
(14:21) Changing attachment imprints
(17:45) Getting rid of triggers through spiritual practices
(22:02) Attachment styles
(26:41) Uses of meditation
(29:39) Importance of self-compassion
(31:08) How should you deal with negative thoughts?
(34:14) How should you deal with repressed memories?
(37:02) What is dissociation?
(39:27) Recognizing triggers
(42:14) Online course about living with triggers
(46:53) The need for constant improvement
About the Guest:
Deirdre Fay is a licensed clinical social worker and author of two books, while currently working on her third one. She lived in a yoga ashram for six and a half years learning meditation and body presence. She has spent 35 years working with individuals and groups helping them form solid, secure, and satisfying relationships with themselves and others.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Deirdre Fay’s website Take this quiz to find out your relationship profile
Books mentioned in this episode: Michael Singer’s The Untethered Soul (https://amzn.to/3nxCHxL) Adyashanti’s Pure Meditation David Richo’s How To Be An Adult In Relationships Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning
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I was certain I was going to be happy when I become a surgeon and I worked hard for it until I became one.
But I had this moment 15 years ago while I was sitting in my office, and I thought, “Is this it?”
In midlife, most of us are starting to look for meaning in our lives.
We’ve served other people for years, and some of us are retired now or maybe our kids have grown up…
So what do we do with the extra time?
Have you ever thought about getting connected to Source?
Today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast is all about slowing down the busy-ness with the Practical Joy Alchemist, Tina van Leuven.
Tina is dedicated to helping people align their energy with joy, freedom, and abundance to bring those values to their business and life. She is passionate about helping soulpreneurs to release themselves from lifelong limiting programming that’s been sabotaging humanity for eons.
Tune in today as we talk about what mindfulness is and how we can pause DOING and start BEING so you can align your energy with joy.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
(02:08) Energies and massage therapy: how Tina got started with her current journey
(07:43) Getting connected to a source
(12:41) What are “soulpreneurs?”
(13:59) How does essence manifest in work?
(15:04) People seek freedom to have fun, to lighten up.
(17:06) Aligning yourself with the essence of what you want and breaking that limited perspective
(21:42) Who is it that I am being?
(24:15) Understanding the good and negative emotions and the purpose of both.
(28:23) Women need to keep their spiritual or energetic battery charged during menopause.
(30:12) The Money Archetypes: money as a catalyst to realigning with yourself.
(35:07) Examining your money beliefs to counter money blocks
(38:36) To heal your relationship with money is to heal your relationship with the source
(39:19) Telling yourself stories as a way to survive during childhood trauma
(44:36) Learning to trust to overcome self-sabotage
(46:55) Creating an energetic blueprint for your client’s business
(51:46) You need to remove fear, obligation, and guilt from your conditioning to achieve the essence of what you want.
(54:52) Ask yourself: How committed am I?
About the Guest:
Tina van Leuven is known as the Practical Joy Alchemist. She’s the host of the JOY Evolution Summit and founder of the Sacred JOY Circle. She has created numerous transformational online programs, including the life changing 40 Days of Money and Miracles, 40 Days of JOY and the popular Money Mindset Makeover.
Resources:
Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Tina van Leuven’s website and books
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At 95, your brain should be just as sharp as 24.
This is according to Dr. Pamela Wartian Smith, a diplomate of the American Academy of Anti-Aging Physicians.
This is something that I always tell the women who go through our programs: It’s hard for us to reconcile with our brains still feeling young while our bodies are lagging behind.
I can do things with my body now that I couldn't do when I was 18, because I've trained consistently for the past five years, but this is not easy for everyone.
But with the combination of nutrition, exercise, cognitive training, socialization, the mindset of staying young and keeping our bodies in good shape… all the things you want to do can be achievable.
Retirement is not the end. It’s the beginning of a whole new life.
You can learn new languages, hobbies, arts, music… all these are so good for your brain.
Brain fog is one of the symptoms women experience in menopause.
And when it comes to memory, there are some hormones that are involved.
In today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, we talk about ways on how to support brain fog with Rena Yudkowsky, who is a professional memory coach and geriatric social worker.
During the podcast, Rena shares how she became a memory coach, the role hormones play in memory and the memory hormone, PLUS:
What to do if someone you love has been diagnosed with dementia or cognitive impairment Two tips for combating brain fog Brain fog versus dementia What is encoding memory and how to do it
And stay to the end to find out what is normal versus abnormal memory function.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
[02:40] Rena's background and professional experience
[05:00] Role of hormones in memory
[07:58] Why sleep matters for everyone
[08:21] What sleep does for the brain
[09:23] Exercising to maintain the sharpness of the brain
[13:04] How to find balance in strengthening the body and mind
[13:53] Opportunities of retirement
[15:13] What is the memory hormone
[18:48] Sally's story
[19:58] Why lifestyle modification positively affects people
[21:39] Helping someone who is suffering from a cognitive problem
[22:55] Advice for people caring for loved ones with cognitive impairment
[25:49] What can you do if you have brain fog
[26:23] Stop multitasking and be more mindful
[30:50] Use your senses to encode a memory
[32:47] Not doing things automatically
[33:48] Behavior change is hard but not impossible
[35:23] The difference between normal and abnormal memory loss or function
[38:53] You can fight your genes
[40:43] Importance of self talk and not beating yourself down
[41:52] Reaching out to people who have memory loss or cognitive impairment
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Anxiety is probably the number one complaint along with weight gain that I hear from women who are in menopause.
When I have anxiety, my heart is usually racing.
Anxiety is a thought that when unobserved, can get us into a pattern that is filled with fear and worry.
And when we're filled with fear and worry, we're not able to attract abundance to our lives.
How we talk to ourselves is really important because we can perpetuate our anxiety by continuing to say the same things.
Mothers understand unconditional love, and one of the techniques that I like to give to women that I'm coaching when it comes to anxiety is to pay attention to how you talk to yourself.
And so the question is: How do you talk to yourself when you have anxiety?
We talk more about that in today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast where I give you a step-by-step process to kick your anxiety right to the curb. This is the exact process the MENO-Mates discover in the MENO-Mastery Academy as they begin to rethink menopause.
Tune in today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Intro
[3:40] Why it is important to know how anxiety makes you feel
[4:40] How do you talk to yourself when you have anxiety?
[6:36] How does anxiety reflect on your self-esteem?
[7:36] The stories that we tell ourselves
[11:00] They key drivers of anxiety
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I never realized that I had a form of anxiety back when I was just getting started in my surgical practice.
And every time, it’s because of the responsibility of taking out a gallbladder.
Here’s a quick science talk: There are two structures that have to be cut in order to remove the gallbladder—the cystic artery and the cystic duct.
And if you do it wrong, it could be devastating for the patient.
I’m a good surgeon, I know my anatomy, but every single time I do it, this feeling of dread will just come up, and it wasn't until several years later when I looked back that I recognized that as anxiety.
This is why it’s important for me to remember that everything comes down to belief.
I heard this first from Jack Canfield: “Fear is just false events, appearing real.”
We only have a couple of fears like the fear of falling and the fear of loud noises. Other than that, everything else is manufactured because of beliefs that we created as we grew up, like failure.
The mindset of being able to fail forward is a foreign concept to a surgeon.
And when I started the Menopause Movement, I really had to work hard to undo all those beliefs around failure because you don't start a business without failing it forward. You've got to test things, you’re going to fail and then you have to tweak things.
But when you think about how we live inside of a box, and how our growth is outside of it, as we step out, the cycle continues. Failing forward is the way to go.
Anxiety is a very disruptive condition and can increase during menopause, but there’s a way to overcome it and I talk more about that in today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast with Vikki Yaffe.
Vikki is a coach who helps ambitious people manage anxiety and procrastination so they can get more done in half the time. She's the host of the Hack Your Time podcast (previously Fck Anxiety and Get Sht Done).
During our conversation, we talk about the definition of anxiety, why we evolved to have anxiety, where anxiety comes from PLUS:
Dealing with procrastination How our brains hold us back from almost everything A new definition of goal setting Why failure is so important when it comes to meeting our goals The perks of being unrealistic
And stay to the end to find out how to deal with imposter syndrome and find more ambition.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
01:57 What is anxiety
04:29 The link between anxiety and procrastination
06:26 Techniques to calm anxiety and other overwhelming emotions
08:27 Identifying and interpreting the things that make you anxious
09:14 Reminding yourself that you can survive any situation
11:01 The connection of anxiety and feeling overwhelmed
12:38 Motivation comes from success
16:54 How to manage bringing the mind to commit to changes or modifications
20:02 Placing meaning to neutral aspects in life bring anxiety
23:43 Everyone has the choice to make a change
26:21 Taking the smallest step to be motivated
27:20 The habit of time on and time off
28:54 Your productivity does not define you
29:35 Resting is essential for your well-being
32:55 Setting goals for growth and not success
35:55 Building failure tolerance for yourself
38:09 Retraining the brain to think differently
39:22 The perks of being unrealistic
42:03 Attaching intention to your goals
43:02 Working on ambition and understanding emotions attached to it
45:26 Imposter syndrome and dealing with it
About the Guest:
Vikki Yaffe is a professional anxiety and procrastination coach. She has been helping different individuals manage their anxiety and procrastination issues for the past few years. Vikki also helps her client overcome doubts about their capabilities and skills, whether in the workplace or at home. She aims to encourage everyone to be consistent in getting things done.
Resources:
Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Vikki Yaffe Website (https://www.vikkilouise.com/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vikkilouise___) Vikki’s Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/hack-your-time/id1455953384)
Books mentioned in this episode:
The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle https://amzn.to/2LmJ5ZI The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image by Leonard https://amzn.to/2MopicX Disrupt You!: Master Personal Transformation, Seize Opportunity, and Thrive in the Era of Endless Innovation by Jay Samit https://amzn.to/3ogNsUZ
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I watched this Russian science fiction where robots looked like humans, and everytime something happened, these humans were pouring a drink and smoking.
When I think about the commercials in the 50s, I remember seeing eating, drinking, and pushing down emotions.
We're almost conditioned with the way the media portrays stress—that when you feel a certain way, the thing to do is to reach for a substance. It's not to go out for a walk and control ourselves or to get some personal mastery.
I usually share this story of how certain types of food remind me of my parents.
Whenever I eat potato chips, I think about my dad. I have a really strong memory of him slicing potatoes, putting salt on them, and eating them raw. With my mom it’s her in one of those square pants while she made brownies, and me eating the corners.
When I choose to eat potato chips, I always have to step back and be the observer and say, “Okay, well, what is this? Am I missing my dad who passed away in 2017 or am I really enjoying the crunch?”
I always want to be cognizant of that, because of the ripple effect.
Because when we identify the emotions associated with whatever we do, we get to talk about it, understand where it came from, and see how it affects our personal mastery and relationships.
It’s a ripple effect that women in the Menopause Movement experience that results to improved relationships and feeling better overall.
In today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, I’m with a professional chef who created menopause-friendly recipes with me, Cassandra Cotoia.
During the podcast we discuss food and emotions, chefs, cooking, eating for herself PLUS:
The Menopause Movement Recipes for Living Cookbook and our recipes membership Shifting gears from employment to starting her own business Health coaching How food connects families and is emotionally rewarding and memorable Cassandra's relationship with anxiety Choosing not to drink and the choices that she's made Support for not drinking as a chef and where to find it How her choice to not drink has been an experiment rather than a punishment Cultural beliefs around drinking
If you want to start understanding your food choices to feel better in menopause, this episode is for you.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
[2:59] A little background on Chef Cassandra
[5:20] Cooking for Dr. G
[6:42] Experimenting on the healthiest diet
[9:44] Exploring business opportunities
[11:18] Being a chef and a health coach
[12:09] Working with kids
[15:22] The big ripple effect of cooking as a group
[16:27] Food connects to memory
[18:18] Food unites families
[20:25] Being alcohol-free
[21:25] Experiencing the side-effects of alcohol-intake
[22:56] It's hard to be in a world of distractions and not be distracted
[23:24] Trying alcohol cessation
[25:06] Examining your beliefs to free yourself from alcohol
[26:41] Having the right support system to get you through alcohol cessation
[27:58] To be good at food, you should be good at playing with food
[30:17] Having wine is a culturally-accepted belief system
[32:20] It's okay to feel your emotions
[34:53] Alcohol only temporarily pushes your emotions away
[36:34] At the end of the day, things are just things
[38:51] Answering alcohol recommendation questions from clients
[40:35] How to be a health coach with Chef Cassandra
About the Guest:
Cassandra Cotoia is a professional chef and health coach from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. With over 20 years of culinary experience, she has transitioned from being an executive chef, working for a private home, to having her own business called Empowered Foodie. In her free time, she enjoys being with her husband Jim and their dog, Roy, and two cats, Minna and Merlin.
Resources:
Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Check out the One Year No Beer Website (https://www.oneyearnobeer.com/) Visit the Empowered Foodie Website (https://www.empoweredfoodie.com/) Follow Chef Cassandra on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/cassandra.cotoia) Join the Empowered Foodie Facebook group (https://ww.facebook.com/groups/1956420097951826)
Books mentioned in this episode: Menopause Movement: Recipes for Living by Dr. Michelle Gordon and Chef Cassandra Cotoia https://amzn.to/3miiawi The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer https://amzn.to/2E0KZfn
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I remember not too long ago, I was at a conference and it said something that went home for me.
It went along the lines of, “Are you going to let a four-year-old run your life?”
This isn’t parenting 101, but it can be.
You see, we all learn something from our childhood experiences—including negative ones that led to traumas.
The thing is, if we don’t deal with them, we can be 30, 40, 50, 60 years old and full of wisdom, but still not know why we get triggered by what other people do or say to us.
Have you ever been triggered?
I thought about a couple of experiences I had when I was pretty early in my surgical career and had some not so pleasant interactions with colleagues who were questioning me.
And because I came from a patriarchal home where my opinion never mattered, I was always really defensive when my colleagues would challenge me.
At that time, I didn’t see it as a challenge. I saw it as a conflict that reminded me of how people in my family interacted.
So I would lash out and get triggered.
“Are you going to be a four-year-old for the rest of your life?” the leader of that conference asked.
I always say that change starts with awareness.
And to be free from our subconscious programming, we need to be present so we can recognize the past that's coming in, name it, and put it together in a different way.
My friend and colleague Deirdre Fay shares how we can do that in today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement podcast.
Deirdre Fay works with people who have crummy histories to develop an inner platform for success to get their needs met for life. With decades of experience as a psychotherapist and educator, Deirdre brings together modern neurobiology and ancient wisdom into a practice in what she calls becoming safely embodied.
During the podcast we talk about how to listen to yourself, what emotions really are PLUS:
Internal versus external signals Anxiety versus excitement and possibility Separating the past from the present What is shame? The seven foundational attachment needs The role practice plays in success The 17 second nervous system cycle What to do to keep that alive and present feeling between therapy sessions
And stay to the end to discover some practical tips to get out of overwhelm.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and opportunity
[2:51] Deirdre Fay talks about her book
[3:08] What does it mean to become safely embodied?
[6:17] What are emotions for?
[8:04] How to listen to yourself
[11:18] What causes difficulty in healing and recognizing trauma?
[14:51] Reasons we experience shame
[15:39] 7 foundational attachment needs
[19:44] The lens we see and perceive the world with
[21:19] Understanding triggers
[23:59] Practical tips to help when your parents trigger you
[28:06] The role of practice in success
[28:42] The soothing rhythm breath
[29:57] The 17-second cycle
[33:00] Working on triggers, trauma, pains between therapy
[36:32] How to feel alive all the time (not just during therapy)
[41:32] Skills to do daily to get better faster
[43:40] Deirdre shares final takeaways
About the Guest:
Deirdre Fay works with people who have crummy histories to develop an inner platform for success to get their needs met for life. With decades of experience as a psychotherapist and educator, Deirdre brings together modern neurobiology and ancient wisdom into a practice of what she calls “becoming safely embodied.” She also wrote the book Becoming Safely Embodied: A Guide to Organize Your Mind, Body and Heart to Feel Secure in the World.
Deidre’s message resonates deeply with those who may look successful on the surface, but internally they may be plagued with shame, anxiety, distress, depression, and they’re wondering why they’re stuck in these repeating patterns. Experts in the field have described her practical methods as a “radically positive approach to healing trauma” and a way for people to “get better faster.”
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out my LinkedIn posts (https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmichellegordon/) Visit Deirdre Fay’s website (https://dfay.com/) Reach out to Deirdre Fay through email (dfay@dfay.com) You can also follow Deirdre Fay on her social media channels: Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healingattachment Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dfaypics LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dfay Twitter: https://twitter.com/defay
Books mentioned in this episode:
Becoming Safely Embodied: A Guide to Organize Your Mind, Body and Heart to Feel Secure in the World https://amzn.to/2O2Wzf4 The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma https://amzn.to/3c3TpQb
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When I was in surgical residency we used to say, “You eat when you can; you sleep when you can.”
I picked up this habit where I would just shovel food into my mouth as fast as I could, because we’re supposed to eat on the fly.
I’m glad I don’t have to do that anymore.
But here’s something you might like to know:
Obesity is a hormonal disease.
And for women in menopause, putting on a bunch of extra weight can turn into a negative spiral.
If you’re still unsure where I’m getting at, I’m saying it’s not your fault if you can’t shift the weight even if you’ve tried so many times.
But there are steps for you to take so you can manage hormonal weight gain in menopause.
In today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, I’m with Dr. Avishkar Sabharwal who is a diplomat of the American Board of Obesity Medicine, and the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine.
His experience in India made him profoundly interested in the effects of nutrition on health and disease. He's researched metabolic syndrome, which is often the outcome of obesity during his MD in India.
During the podcast we talk about his struggle with obesity personally, how residency lifestyle can lead to obesity, and what he changed PLUS:
What causes obesity and the role your environment plays in your weight Treatments for obesity Obesity as a disease state and not a problem of willpower The role medication plays in helping to manage weight Weight loss surgery What the food industry wants
And stay to the end to find out how to be successful in your own weight loss journey.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Offer
[3:25] What got Dr. Sabharwal into obesity medicine
[10:31] The cause of obesity
[12:03] What to do with obesity during menopause
[14:15] The role of medication in managing obesity
[15:16] Metabolic surgeries
[20:09] The fat gene
[22:55] General recommendation for those who want to manage weight
[24:09] Meal replacements, protein powders
[30:45] The role metabolism plays in weight loss
[31:31] Eating what you want while losing weight
About the Guest:
Dr. Avishkar Sabharwal, M.D., Dipl. ABOM, Dipl. ABLM has trained in Internal Medicine both in India and the US, and is board certified in Obesity Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. His focus area has always been lifestyle diseases, especially obesity. His experience in India made him profoundly interested in the effects of nutrition on health and disease. He researched metabolic syndrome, which is often the outcome of obesity, during his MD in India. Dr. Sabharwal is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association and also a member of the Lipid Association of India and has been a speaker at various webinars, highlighting the importance of recognizing obesity and metabolic syndrome in cardiovascular Health. He was also a member of the committee responsible for formulating the Lipid Association of India Expert Consensus Statement on Management of Dyslipidemia in Indians 2020: Part III.
Resources:
Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out Dr. Avishkar Sabarwal’s website (https://decodingobesity.com/) Listen to Dr. Avishkar Sabarwal’s podcast Decoding Obesity (https://decodingobesity.com/listen/)
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When I first started having menopause symptoms, I couldn't remember the name of certain anatomical body parts.
It used to happen all the time while I was a surgeon.
I'd be trying to remember the name of an artery or something and it would just pop out… And I would be like:
Then finally it would show up in my brain.
Brain fog is definitely not fun.
But you’re not alone and there’s something you can do about it along with the symptoms that you’re specifically concerned about.
Now, before you go to the nearest drugstore, it's important to buy supplements from a reputable company.
There are supplements that can help you manage menopause: DHEA, biotin, evening primrose, black cohosh, thiamine, and so much more.
Today's episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast is an informational one, and we’re back with Dr. Sharzad Green as we talk about the eight B vitamins and why they're necessary, plus the importance of them when it comes to specific symptoms AND: Black cohosh, what it's used for, when it's appropriate, and when not to use it Soy, how it's gotten a bad rap and how it can possibly help you Evening primrose oil and the surprising thing it helps with DHEA, how important it is to know your levels before you start taking it and why
And stay to the end to find out what CoQ10 is, how it can help you, and what is the best type to take.
Tune in to find out how to manage hot flashes, sweating, sleeplessness, and mood disturbance with supplements.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Opportunity
[3:28] The eight types of B vitamins
[16:41] Supplements that menopausal women usually look for and use
[33:43] Where to get reliable supplements
[34:47] DHEA
[39:18] CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
About the Guest:
Sharzad Green is a well-acknowledged figure in the industry. With over 20 years of pharmaceutical and healthcare experience, she has helped more than 15,000 people overcome various health problems. She is passionate about women's physical and mental health, integrative medicine, and finding the best solutions for people’s health issues every day. She is the creator of FabuVag, a vaginal moisturizer that helps erase the feeling of dryness that most women feel when undergoing menopause.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Listen to the previous podcasts with Dr. Green: Episode 13: Hormone Consultations: What Do Your Hormones Tell You About Your Body? Episode 31: Hormones After Menopause with Dr. Sharzad Green Episode 136: Should You Really Take Supplements for Menopause? (The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast Episode 36) Episode 39: Ways To Boost Your Immune System During This Pandemic With Dr. Sharzad Green Episode 137: What They Don't Tell You About Supplements For Menopause (The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast Episode 80) Episode 84: Adrenal Fatigue Find out more about FabuVag here Reach out to Dr. Green through email (drsgreenrx@outlook.com) Gaia Herbs Website Fullscript Website
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When I did a TV show a few years ago, there was a French woman who had moved from France to Santa Barbara.
She talked about how she leaked all the time, and she couldn't run because she would just pee her pants.
And I thought, “There's got to be a way for her to get help.”
This reminds me of women suffering in silence and the fact that doctors don't understand female anatomy.
To put on my empathy hat, as a surgeon, it’s true that doctors don't get any education in menopause at all (not even in nutrition).
At least that’s what’s happening in America.
I didn't get any training in anatomy, (vaginal anatomy was not stressed as much as the male anatomy) and the pelvic floor.
There was also no discussion about the trauma of childbirth.
So here’s a quick patriarchy talk:
Penis is a word that we consider to be… well just penis.
But when it comes to vagina, this face pops up in my brain:
And I have to unlearn that along with all the things that came from my childhood, because as a woman helping women live their best lives, I want to say that there is always hope…
Even if as young girls, we were never taught that the knight in shining armor on the white horse is really YOU.
With the whole Cinderella complex and the media telling us that healing is outside of ourselves, 30 million women are suffering from chronic pelvic pain, with debilitating symptoms like urine leaking, painful sex, prolapse, and weak or non-existent orgasms.
And almost nobody ever wants to talk about it.
But Isa Herrera and I will.
In today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast, I’m with a licensed physical therapist as well as an expert in integrated pelvic floor therapies, Isa Herrera as we show you how to give your lady parts the first aid and love that they need to be happy.
Isa pioneered the use of integrative modalities like Maya massage, cold laser therapy, sound healing and Andean energy techniques with evidence-based physical therapy in ways that had never been done before. She's also the author of five books on the topics of pelvic floor dysfunction and pain, including the international bestseller, Female Pelvic Alchemy.
After suffering from pelvic floor dysfunction herself after her daughter was born, Isa has made it her life's mission to help 1 million women overcome pelvic floor dysfunction.
During the podcast, we discussed the trauma of childbirth and her path to pelvic pain relief PLUS: How the medical profession doesn't really understand the female pelvic floor France versus the USA and postpartum pelvic floor rehabilitation Shame and speaking up especially about female issues Is there a magic pill to fix the pelvic floor? What happens with prolapse and leakage? The body as a map to help What to do to improve your libido and vaginal dryness The pelvic floor and constipation
And stay to the end to find out how sexual trauma can be stored in the pelvic floor.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction
[6:25] Isa shares about how she became a pelvic floor specialist
[11:26] How doctors have limited knowledge about the female anatomy
[12:40] France vs. America and postpartum pelvic floor rehabilitation
[17:08] A strong pelvic floor is important
[17:57] Women want the magical pill but the answer is within us
[19:26] Prolapse and how to deal with it
[25:00] Invest in yourself
[28:14] Loss of libido and what you can do now
[31:38] Vaginal dryness
[34:31] Food and how it affects your vagina
[36:12] Sexual trauma and how Isa helps her clients
[40:37] Digestive health and the pelvic floor
About the Guest:
Isa Herrera is a licensed physical therapist as well as an expert in integrated pelvic floor therapies. She developed her expertise in diagnosing and treating pelvic pain, leaking, and prolapse by helping over 14,000 women since 2005.
At her New York City Healing Center, Renew PT, Isa pioneered the use of integrated modalities like Maya massage, cold laser therapy, sound healing and Andean energy techniques with evidence-based physical therapy in ways that had never been done before.
She's also the author of five books on the topics of pelvic floor dysfunction and pain, including the newly released international bestseller Female Pelvic Alchemy. Isa’s new online school brings all of her expertise to a global audience, incorporating exercises, self care techniques, and integrative tools to maximize female healing and professional training. After suffering from pelvic floor dysfunction herself after her daughter was born, Isa has made it her life's mission to help 1 million women overcome pelvic floor dysfunction.
Resources:
Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Register for Isa’s Master class
Books mentioned in this episode:
Female Pelvic Alchemy: Trade Secrets For Energizing Your Love Life, Enhancing Your Pleasure & Loving Your Body Completely https://amzn.to/38iSude Becoming Safely Embodied: A Guide to Organize Your Mind, Body and Heart to Feel Secure in the World https://amzn.to/3BhKd5H
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Once a year, I give myself the permission to just have whatever.
I'm not perfect.
I'm pretty good at my diet most days of the year, but once in a while, I'll go off the rails.
Mexican food is my favorite, so on one of my birthdays, I had a burger with some cheese on it, french fries, and two milkshakes.
And the next day, I had shoulder pain that I never had.
Then I realized it's probably because of the combination of sugar and dairy.
Usually if I eat crappy food, I don't feel the effects for a couple of weeks, but I felt that one the next day, which made me think that I can't out-supplement a bad diet.
I take supplements for my overall health, and I recommend you do too.
But how much can you really take, and more importantly how can you stay consistent especially if you’re like me who would get really tired of taking a lot of pills?
Dr. Sharzad Green and I discuss that and more in today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast: Supplementation for Menopause Part 2.
During the podcast, we discuss how to pick the best supplements PLUS:
Specific supplements for certain menopause symptoms The best supplement to combat inflammation and why it's so important Why magnesium supplementation is important for menopausal women
And stay to the end to find out all about a supplement that has been proven in studies to help with weight loss!
Discussion Points:
[02:27] Choosing an excellent fish oil or omega fatty acids
[02:53] Focusing on EPA and DHA
[03:55] The importance of following the recommended dosage
[07:47] Upper limit of taking fish oil
[09:18] Checking the toxicity and verifying the given data
[12:58] Fish oil as an anti-inflammatory agent
[13:24] The advantages and drawbacks of vitamin D to the body
[15:13] What happens when you take too much vitamin D
[16:10] The benefits of vitamin D
[19:48] The form to take that fits your body or diet
[21:00] How to determine a good source of supplements
[23:09] Curcumin—an extract from turmeric—as a supplement
[28:49] Magnesium and its benefits
[29:15] Red cell magnesium
[30:08] Magnesium orotate vs. magnesium glycinate
[32:14] How magnesium helps lessen migraines
[35:08] Learning probiotics
[35:32] Criteria of a good probiotic
[36:19] Advantages of probiotics for the body
[37:02] Why your gut is related to the brain
[40:39] What’s good for vaginal health
About the Guest:
Sharzad Green is a well-acknowledged figure in the industry. With over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical and healthcare, she has helped more than 15,000 people overcome various health problems. She is passionate about women's physical and mental health, integrative medicine, and finding the best solutions for the health issues faced by people every day. She is the creator of FabuVag, a vaginal moisturizer that helps erase the dryness women feel when undergoing menopause.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Find out more about FabuVag here Reach out to Dr. Green through email (drsgreenrx@outlook.com) Gaia Herbs Website Fullscript Website UltraFlora Control by Metagenics
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I would never buy an over the counter hormone without expert advice.
The closest thing I come to is phytoestrogens like flaxseeds, and it’s something you can’t really take too much.
We have been taught by the medical establishment that a pill can fix our symptoms, but I’m a firm advocate of taking nutrients from whole foods.
But since carrying a container of bone broth everyday is not really convenient for most of us, how can we get supplements like calcium, vitamin D, and fatty acids without breaking the bank while avoiding adverse side effects?
As Dr. Sharzad Green says, “It’s better to do it scientifically rather than shoot in the dark.”
Dr. Green is a pharmacist who received her doctor of pharmacy degree from the University of Arizona in 1990. For the past 20 years, her practice has been laser focused on women's health and integrative medicine.
And in today’s episode of The Best of Menopause Movement Podcast, we’re going to talk about Supplementation for Menopause Part 1 and answer your questions like:
Should I really eat dairy?
How often should I take melatonin so I can sleep through the night?
Should I be careful with my collagen intake?
And much more.
During the podcast, we start off talking about permission, and how we are programmed to wait for permission as women PLUS: How we have a relationship with ourselves first before any other person The use of lubricants and FabuVag Supplementation and menopause The sheer volume of options on the drugstore shelves and online How marketing attempts to drive our behavior (and that may not be the best thing) Early perimenopausal symptoms and what they mean and why expert advice is so important when it comes to your health and supplements The role influencers on social media play in our decisions as consumers How paying for expert advice might actually lead to an increase in your bottom line when it comes to supplements The danger of over the counter hormone supplementation Specific symptoms like insomnia, memory issues, bone health, and saggy skin and the ways we can supplement to help them
Tune in today and find out your supplement options for better health!
Discussion Points:
[03:35] How I felt after cutting my hair short
[06:42] Why a vibrant sex life affects women
[07:01] Why having a relationship with yourself is okay
[09:36] Why childbirth is all about women
[12:14] Why supplements can be overwhelming
[16:39] How supplements help women
[17:18] Why you should talk to an expert and not Dr. Google or Wikipedia
[21:51] How important it is to seek expert advice
[26:43] Why we do it with the best intentions
[27:18] What are the common things that women use
[30:10] What are the symptoms of too much progesterone
[30:55] Why women experience insomnia
[34:10] Why do we feel like we have memory loss
[38:47] How important calcium is
[47:29] What can we do for our skin
[55:48] What brand should we look for
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Find out more about FabuVag here
About the Guest:
With over 20 Years of experience in the area of pharmaceutical compounding, Dr.Sharzad Green has been a pioneer in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT), sexual dysfunction, adrenal fatigue & nutritional supplementation.
Dr. Green is passionate about teaching other pharmacists and healthcare providers through individual or group courses. She started seeing patients for private self-paid consultations 20 years ago. Over 15,000 patients have benefited from her services. Dr. Green’s teaching for other healthcare providers has been ongoing for 15 plus years. I can help your practice grow and succeed by doing your patient consultations or by teaching and guiding you and your staff. She can be a speaker at the next meeting with your group of doctors. Dr. Sharzad Green can teach them how to prescribe compounds especially BHRT. She is passionate about physical and mental health, quality of life and integrative medicine. She is an entrepreneur and the creator of FabuVag® vaginal moisturizer. FabuVag® is all-natural, no RX required and formulated based on studies. DM her for wholesale pricing. At www.fabuvag.com
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I was never one to let anyone tell me what I could do. Back in high school, I took a Biology class and I remember how my teacher looked straight at me and said, “I know who's going to do well in this class and who's not.” as if he expected me to fail. Have you had something similar happen to you? For Kelly Lewis who grew up with naysayers in her family, “Tell her she can’t” became a personal motto when she found her purpose, and started helping other women become unstoppable badasses. And you can be one too.
What's Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Introduction [3:50] Why Kelly wrote the book, Tell Her She Can't [8:15] Turning an obstacle into an asset [9:10] Making your personal choice [11:41] What is resilience and how to develop it [14:38] Are rules meant to be followed or can we make them up? [16:56] What the school system is about [18:20] Trying activities to develop new skills [21:47] Opening closed doors [23:13] The importance of reevaluation even in menopause [23:36] Who told you, “You can’t”? [27:12] Making changes how to keep them going [27:57] Finding your inner power through travel [32:20] Failing forward while managing a business [35:34] Finding your purpose and becoming an unstoppable badass
About the Guest:
Kelly Lewis is a women’s travel industry maven and leader in the area of women’s empowerment. She is most passionate about helping women to tap into their personal power through traveling the world.
She’s the founder of Go! Girl Guides, the world’s first series of travel guidebooks for women, as well as the founder of the annual Women’s Travel Fest conference. In 2016, she co-founded the boutique tour company Damesly, which has been featured in the New York Times, CNN, Travel + Leisure and National Geographic.
Kelly has been called a “Dame Disruptor” by Adventure.com, a “travel veteran” by Brit + Co, a “badass female founder” by the Huffington Post and “The Woman Making Travel Safer and Better for All Women” by The Muse.
Lewis and her work have also been featured in Shape magazine, ELLE, Cosmopolitan, Culture Trip, O the Oprah Magazine, and more.
She is the author of several travel guidebooks. Tell Her She Can’t is her debut book in memoir/ inspirational non-fiction.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Kelly Lewis’s Website Check out the Tell Her She Can’t Website
Books mentioned in this episode: The Obstacle is The Way by Ryan Holiday (https://amzn.to/2Tbz71H) The Success Principles by Jack Canfield (https://amzn.to/3jeenyn) The Code of the Extraordinary Mind: 10 Unconventional Laws to Redefine Your Life and Succeed On Your Own Terms by Vishen Lakhiani (https://amzn.to/3FjenXI)
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There's a lot of different breathing practices and techniques. Some are for relaxation, stress reduction, sleeping better, while some of them are energizing. But there's breathwork that is more intense: it heals past traumas and clears suppressed emotions. I talk more about that in today’s podcast with sought after spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach and leading voice in the breathwork community, Christian de la Huerta. Tune in today and find out how you can heal your body, step into power, and even connect to the divine!
What's Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Introduction [6:49] What breathwork is and how it works [10:30] How breathwork can heal the body [13:05] The difference between breathwork and cognitive behavior therapy [14:48] How to use the breath to connect to the divine [17:50] Trauma, suppressed emotions, and relationships [20:30] How to start a spiritual practice in the middle of an existential crisis [26:02] Accessing God [27:45] How to practice meditation with progress over perfection [31:30] Why you shouldn’t chase the high of meditation [34:48] A quick breathwork exercise [43:38] Stepping into power
About the Guest:
Christian de la Huerta is an internationally renowned spiritual teacher, personal transformation coach and leading voice in the breathwork community. An award-winning, critically acclaimed author, he has spoken at numerous universities and conferences and on the TEDx stage. His latest book is Awakening the Soul of Power.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Christian de la Huerta’s Website The power of breath: Christian de la Huerta at TEDxCoMo
Books mentioned in this episode: Becoming Safely Embodied: A Guide to Organize Your Mind, Body and Heart to Feel Secure in the World (https://amzn.to/3BhKd5H) Autobiography of a Yogi (https://amzn.to/361YBRY) Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art (https://amzn.to/3uc6bTz) True Meditation: Discover the Freedom of Pure Awareness The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself (https://amzn.to/3nxCHxL) The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image ( https://amzn.to/37LMn0L) Awakening the Soul of Power: How to Live Heroically and Set Yourself Free
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How many of us have the urge to pee and be like, “Oh, I’ve just got to finish washing these dishes?” As a surgeon, it was always a wrong thing to scrub out of an operation to go to the bathroom, but something clicked in me about 5 or 7 years into my practice and I said, “I’m gonna pee when I need to pee and it’s okay.” It’s okay to choose yourself too, because your body is your companion. And awareness is the first step to healing it. I talk more about that in today’s episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast with self-love sage and author, Nicole C. Ayers where she also shares the 3 tools you can use to cultivate a kinder and gentler relationship with your body.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [6:52] How Nicole got into self-love as a calling or passion [9:37] Meditation as a vehicle for observation [11:54] Where Nicole’s negative thoughts came from [15:27] Awareness is the first step to healing your relationship with your body [16:48] The legacy part and how Nicole changes the programming she grew up with [21:29] Acceptance of where we are [22:42] The importance of community [23:49] Journaling [31:32] If you want joy in your life, it’s gratitude [35:59] How choosing to accept your body is an act of rebellion [41:45] Three tools to cultivate a kinder, gentler relationship with your body [47:13] This is a journey, not an end point
About the Guest:
Self-love sage and author Nicole C. Ayers is a dynamic and engaging speaker who’s not afraid to get vulnerable and real about her personal journey to love herself. She’s a strong voice for female empowerment and the freedom it brings.
Nicole is the award-winning author of Love Notes to My Body, which was recognized as one of 2020’s best life-changing books, and its two body-positive companion books.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Visit Nicole Ayers’ website https://nicolecayers.com/
Books mentioned in this episode: Love Notes to My Body (https://amzn.to/3Cgebse) Love Letters to My Body: Writing My Way to Self-Love (https://amzn.to/2WK3opU) Writing Your Way to (Self-)Love: A Guided Journal to Help You Love Your Body, One Part at a Time (https://amzn.to/3lmqCNc)
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I’m 57 and I'm really proud of my body. I'm proud of the life I've created, and it’s thanks to menopause. Menopause taught me that it’s not just a phase… It’s a privilege of a long life. Privilege of a long life is such a great thing that even though I had such an existential crisis, it brought me to learning my own personal mastery. When you start to find your personal “Why” you begin to do things for yourself and not to please other people. That’s when you start to glow. I talk about more of that with TEDx speaker, podcaster, beauty biohacker, and Clubhouse and Instagram influencer, Elizabeth Molina.
What's Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Introduction [3:00] The shame around menopause and ending the stigma around it [5:43] Why menopause is not a dirty word [7:15] The beauty standards for women [9:49] What holistic beauty is and aging gracefully [12:23] Elizabeth’s TEDx story and how she survived domestic violence [15:46] How personal mastery leads to a happy life [17:00] The different ages to fall into menopause [22:00] The Molina Glow [25:38] How to embrace transition [29:20] What surrender looks like [33:05] The “Why” behind Elizabeth’s beauty routine
About the Guest:
Elizabeth Molina is a TEDx Speaker, Beauty Guru, Podcaster, Expert on all things Beauty, and Founder of Molina Glow. She’s a certified Holistic Health and Life coach, a former medical sales specialist, and ranked Top 3 nationally in sales in the pharmaceutical arena. She created The Molina Glow to be a place for women to have access to the latest innovative beauty treatments and also provide them with a no B.S. look at beauty routines. Her personal story of survival has led her to become a model on a mission and redefine the why surrounding beauty practices.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Elizabeth Molina’s Website Follow Elizabeth Molina on Instagram
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It's so easy to have an all or nothing kind of attitude and say, “I tried this, I tried that before.” Especially when we feel discouraged. But when it comes to believing in ourselves, sometimes we have to take that leap of faith. That’s what Yanick Séïde did when she joined the MENO-Mastery Academy in July of 2020. As a result of the steps she took as a MENO-Mate, Yanick not only lost 52 pounds, but she quit her management position in her corporate job and started her coaching practice, Chrysalis Women Empowerment. It's never too late to invest in yourself. Tune in today and find your personal “Aha!” moment.
What's Discussed in This Episode:
[0:00] Introduction [5:18] Where Yanick lives and what she currently does for a living [6:09] Yanick’s biggest skepticism before investing in herself as a MENO-Mate [8:24] The all-or-nothing mindset and taking the leap of faith [10:27] Yanick’s first “Aha!” moment with the Menopause Movement [12:10] How Yanick regained herself and found her sense of purpose [17:59] Yanick’s career change [20:18] The powerful visualization exercise that shifted Yanick’s perspective [21:38] Yanick’s biggest win as a MENO-Mate and how the MENO-Mastery Academy helped her [25:05] What first changed for Yanick after becoming a MENO-Mate [25:34] Yanick’s biggest leap of faith [32:23] How Yanick lost 52 pounds in the last 15 months [37:05] Sleeping through the night and feeling refreshed in the morning [38:25] Following your passion and what it means [40:50] Yanick’s message to women who are still on the fence about becoming a MENO-Mate [41:16] How much time a day it took Yanick to start investing on herself and make changes [43:32] How Yanick handles setbacks with her eating habits [46:52] Yanick’s heartfelt message about becoming a MENO-Mate
About the Guest:
Yanick Séïde is a certified Life Coach and a certified Ketogenic Nutrition Coach with an educational background of Masters of Adult Education and possesses extensive experience in Human Resources. Her professional journey was a path that took her from Communications operator in the Navy, language teacher, conference interpreter & translator, to human resources consultant where she also had the Official Languages, Employment Equity and Diversity portfolios. From there she moved on to Learning and Organizational Development where she was a Learning Consultant, and finally in a management position. She also coordinated mentoring programs in the different government departments where she worked. She also was a mentor for The Lieutenant-governor’s mentoring Program for Women in Leadership mentoring
Her personal and professional experience gave her a great understanding of how one is able rise above adversity, handle life’s challenges from a woman’s perspective and equip her to help her clients through the obstacles they face. Her aspiration is to empower, motivate and help her clients attain their goals to become the best version of themselves.
After developing an autoimmune disease, she experienced a sudden weight gain and other physical ailments that she could not overcome until she adopted the ketogenic diet. This has inspired her to pursue a course in Ketogenic Diet coaching.
She has recently retired from her position to pursue her passion and started her coaching company, Chrysalis Women Empowerment. She offers life, career and ketogenic nutrition coaching while empowering women to become the women they are destined to be.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Yanick Séïde’s website
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“What the hell is happening to me?” was what I said when menopause hit me. Going through the symptoms can be a lonely journey especially if you don’t know where to start or how to manage them. The body has the ability to heal itself and since balancing hormones is an industry belief, I don’t want to brush off some women who can't take hormones, because it’s possible to get balanced by making lifestyle changes. And yet hormone replacement therapy is a fantastic option especially if your doctor understands and recommends a treatment plan based upon your story. Tune in to this episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast where I’m with hormone and metabolic specialist, Dr. John Carrozzella, and find out your HRT options, ways to achieve sexual rejuvenation and much more!
Discussion Points:
[4:52] How Dr. John Carrozzella transitioned to becoming a hormone expert [10:58] Story of when Dr. Carrozzella left traditional medicine [11:26] Problems private practitioners deal with patients and insurance companies [17:49] Hormone therapy in menopause [22:17] Symptoms of low testosterone in men and women [25:39] The problem with tests conducted for men and women [28:01] Positive responses with testosterone and women [28:32] Addressing weight gain issues for women in menopause [32:00] Why hormonal imbalance is associated with weight gain or weight loss [35:11] Hashimoto’s Disease [40:47] Weight management and being healthy [44:44] The direct correlation between hormones and diseases associated with aging [46:58] Pellets for hormone therapy [49:33] Costs of a consultation and treatment from Dr. John Carrozzella [53:32] Sexual rejuvenation
About the Guest:
Dr. John Carrozzella was an orthopedic surgeon for 25 years before he switched his focus to the non-traditional medical centers of hormone replacement sexual health and dysfunction and age management.
In August 2016, Dr. Carrozzella was awarded a master's degree in metabolic and nutritional medicine from the University of South Florida. He became a diplomat of the American Board of anti-aging and regenerative medicine in 2013. He carries a certificate in Sexual Medicine from the American Academy of anti-aging medicine, a certificate in advanced endocrinology from the University of South Florida, and a certificate in advanced bioidentical hormone therapy from Worldlink medical.
He currently practices in Orlando, Florida where he serves the needs of patients with hormonal deficiencies, sexual dysfunction, incontinence, nutritional imbalances, and age management issues.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Dr. John Carrozzella’s website Intermittent Fasting for Today's Aging Woman Which Intermittent Fasting Method is Right for You The Power of Pleasure with Julia Lally Increasing Your Pleasure Using The Jade Egg with Julia Lally
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Fasting for me was always steeped in religion. I was raised Catholic and during my teenage years, I would fast trying to prove my loyalty to God. As I went through medicine, I discovered that intermittent fasting can actually be helpful. In fact, we're seeing more research on it than ever before and it’s more prevalent in the media. We've had pretty good success in the Menopause Movement with women who tried it as some of them dropped around 30-35 pounds. If you’ve been thinking of trying intermittent fasting, this episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast is for you.
Discussion Points:
[3:45] What is intermittent fasting? [5:43] Types of fasting [09:39] Tips for doing a fast for those with eating disorders [13:03] The benefits of intermittent fasting
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Dy Ann Parham’s Intermittent Fasting for Today's Aging Woman Online Course
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Some say that with menopause, we just have to go through it. And some have gone through it for 5 years, 10 years, and even 20 years. Even I remember my surgeon friends telling me that I just have to suffer through it. But getting your mojo back is possible. One of our OG MENO-Mates is Amanda who also didn’t want to put up with suffering in menopause. After she joined the program, it didn't matter how many symptoms she was suffering from. She went from battling her negative thoughts to changing her life for the better. If you’ve been looking for a reason to start living your best life in menopause, this episode is for you!
Discussion Points:
[04:11] How Amanda discovered The Menopause Movement [04:59] What made Amanda so interested in The Menopause Movement [07:28] How The Menopause Movement helped Amanda bounce back from her accident [09:17] Why did Amanda gain weight even though her food intake didn't change? [10:41] What are the benefits of CBD in Menopause? [11:23] What was Amanda's biggest scepticism before signing up? [14:59] What does Amanda think of the program after signing up? [16:55] Amanda's "Aha!" moment when she signed up for the program [20:02] How has Amanda's life changed as she started to implement the MENO Mate way of living? [24:29] Why Amanda likes the 6th module of the program [27:32] Why should you consider joining The Menopause Movement? [33:53] Why should you be a part of The Menopause Movement? [36:02] Is there any other community out there that would talk about the experiences of going through menopause? [39:14] What is Amanda's message to those who are going through menopause? [44:58] Listen to Amanda's testimonial
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With all the changes that’s happening in menopause because of the loss of estrogen, and going through all the symptoms like brain fog and sleepless nights, it can feel like we don’t know ourselves anymore. But there’s a way to thrive in uncertain times so you can get your life back. We talk about that in today’s The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast where I’m with Intuitive Business Coach, Dana Grant whose passion is to use her gifts to guide other humans into their power.
Discussion Points:
[4:02] Dana’s journey to becoming an intuitive coach [11:38] Understanding simplification and how to get started [13:37] Recommendations for self-care especially for busy people [16:01] Practical things to do to calm one's self in this crisis [19:05] Dana's menopause journey [23:25] Rebuilding yourself even with the disruption of menopause [27:30] What Dana does in intuitive coaching [29:35] Becoming spiritual and experiencing true freedom [34:48] Dana shares how the card she picked resonated with me [38:47] What to expect when working with an intuitive coach [41:45] Where you can find and connect with Dana [42:59] Dana's quick intuitive reading of me
About the guest:
Dana Grant is a certified Master Life Coach. She helps her clients dramatically pivot from fear to freedom and from self-loathing to self-love. According to her, transformation may take time but it’s all worth it!
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Dana Grant’s website (https://www.thedanagrant.com/) Follow Dana’s Instagram (@therealdanagrant) Connect with Dana on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/dana.grant.1276)
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A common symptom of menopause is loss of sex drive, and it not only affects our own self-esteem, but it can also affect our relationships. The thing is, some think we're not supposed to struggle with sex and that it's something that's just supposed to happen naturally. What’s worse is if it's not really working… something must be wrong. As a result, people tend to feel broken, inadequate or really afraid. But there is a way to share pleasure and connection with your partner and it doesn't need to be stressful. We’re here to let you know that nothing is broken.
Discussion Points:
[2:24] How Jessa became a sex therapist [3:28] Divorce, existential crisis, and perimenopausal [6:23] Effects of grief and loss to one's sex life [7:41] Difficulties in talking about sexuality [9:17] Addressing incorrect beliefs about sexuality [11:19] How to deal with people who have bouts of trauma and suffering [13:17] Dealing with people who have fixed mindsets [14:54] Common sexual issues for women in menopause [18:27] The tendency to overlook sexual dysfunction and pain [19:36] Sex therapy includes discovery and education about sexuality [21:50] How to address people with sexual trauma [23:41] Jessa's take on orgasmic meditation [25:51] Views about aids to sexual pleasure [26:18] Preferences, desire discrepancy, and sexual mismatch [27:54] Communicating with the partner about sexual issues [29:07] The lack of proper medium for sex education [30:40] Detaching fantasies and goals from intimacy [32:24] Recovering from a rut [35:47] Nothing is broken
About the Guest:
Jessa Zimmerman is an author, podcast host, and certified sex therapist and couples counselor. She helps couples who are avoiding sexual activities because of negativity, stress, disappointment, and pressure. Jessa also coaches couples to overcome such experiences to enjoy and maintain a healthy intimate and sexual relationship.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Jessa Zimmerman’s website (https://intimacywithease.com/) Listen to the Better Sex podcast (https://intimacywithease.com/podcast/) Download Jessa’s free resource (https://jessazimmerman.mykajabi.com/opt-in-e1c80391-fe9b-414f-937a-16daae78061a)
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On average, women spend $20,000 trying to solve their menopause problems. And since there just isn't a lot of information out there on how to manage the symptoms of menopause, it can get overwhelming. One of my questions, when menopause hit me, was, “Why can’t I find any help?” And that’s how we've got the Menopause Movement now, helping as many women as we can to discover that suffering is optional. If you’re looking into becoming a part of this community, your questions will be answered in today’s third episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast where Tammy Lemesurier shares her MENO-Mate journey and how the MENO-Mastery Academy was a real eye-opener for her as she started to feel better one day at a time.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] How Tammy got in as a MENO-Mate [1:35] The MENO-Mate way of eating [3:56] Tammy’s biggest skepticism about joining [7:13] The community aspect of The Menopause Movement [9:27] Tammy’s ‘aha’ moment [11:14] Other changes Tammy noticed in her life because of joining [14:31] Self-acceptance is Tammy’s biggest change [15:34] Toxic positivity [16:02] Dealing with grief [18:23] Tammy testifies that life got better [20:19] Tammy encourages those who are on the fence [23:11] Suffering reduced, energy increased [25:03] Tammy’s work as a death doula [29:17] Death is a difficult conversation [29:47] Preparedness helps with grief [31:40] Why Tammy loves the The Menopause Movement [35:39] Visualization [38:21] Chronic pain [41:47] Being okay with where you are right now
About the Guest:
Tammy LeMesurier is a regional executive chef and nutritionist. She is a mother to two, and after the death of her grandson and best friend, she became a death doula who helps people deal with death, prepare for it, and ease conversations around it. Tammy is one of our MENO-mates who has seen significant improvement in her life after joining The MENO-System.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Visit Tammy’s Facebook page to inquire about her services (https://www.facebook.com/goodchewsnutrition/)
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In the Menopause Movement’s courses, I talk a lot about how sugar's not good for us by any means, but I think it's nowhere near as toxic as seed oils. Not to mention that this gets to weight gain since it changes our cravings (it can make you want more sugar and carbohydrate-rich foods that raise blood sugar). But it doesn’t end there. Seed oils deplete your brain of energy. We talk about that and more in today’s second episode of The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast with globally recognized nutrition and metabolism thought leader, New York Times bestselling author, and speaker, Dr. Cate Shanahan.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Offer
[4:56] Dr. Cate shares her story of deep nutrition and talks about her new book
[7:25] Lack of nutritional training in medical school
[9:21] Seed oils
[14:38] Insulin resistance and the concept behind it
[16:52] How saturated fat got a bad name
[18:11] Deep nutrition and traditional food
[23:35] Burning your body fat, giving your body energy is key to control
[24:12] Migraine headaches with aura is an experience of energy deficit
[25:11] Study about the good effects of avoiding seed oils and getting healthy fats
[26:17] Getting proper education about nutrition
[28:05] How medical institutions are not open to understanding proper nutrition
[30:54] Dr. Cate shares a story about her uncle
[33:26] Vegetable oils and epigenetics
[37:12] What led Dr. Cate to do her research on what is a healthy diet
[40:35] The four pillars of the human diet
[45:22] How to take control of your life nutrition-wise
About the Guest:
Dr. Cate Shanahan is the leading authority on nutrition and human metabolism. A board-certified Family Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience, and NY Times bestselling author of The FatBurn Fix, Deep Nutrition and Food Rules, her expertise is fixing the underlying problems that cause metabolic damage and inflammation, leading to autoimmunity, weight gain, diabetes, cancer, and accelerated aging processes. Her passion is helping people feel their best.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out Dr. Cate Shanahan’s website (https://drcate.com/) Follow Dr. Cate Shanahan on the following social media channels: Twitter - https://twitter.com/drcateshanahan Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DoctorCate/
Books mentioned in this episode (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases): Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food by Catherine Shanahan, M.D. (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3ssyeOK) The Fatburn Fix: Boost Energy, End Hunger, and Lose Weight by Using Body Fat for Fuel by Catherine Shanahan (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3w2EEX4) The Big Fat Surprise: Why Butter, Meat and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet by Nina Teicholz (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3rskkKY)
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A lot of women really have difficulty losing weight after having children. Then life hits us or our kids grow up and we’re like, “What's next?” and before we know it, menopause comes in. And we get that MENO-Belly. Suddenly it’s hard to look in front of the mirror. At least it was for me, and I was so upset. But I love the body I have now. So what is the best way to get started with this journey? We talk about that with behavior change specialist and transformation coach, Greg Cormier, who has helped hundreds of women across North America lose weight through self-acceptance, support, and accountability. He leads the Menopause Movement 28-Day Weight Loss Challenge, and he's supported hundreds of women get their bodies back in all phases of life. Tune in and find out how you can get a quick win today!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction & Offer [3:30] Greg shares his story and what he does [7:40] Best way to get started in losing the weight [12:08] Failure is part of the process [13:59] Quick wins [15:57] Why is a challenge the way to go? [17:09] The importance of the community aspect in success [18:41] 28-day challenge success stories [32:50] Addressing hesitations and doubts regarding the challenge [35:37] Simplicity is key [36:26] Top things to do to get results and find success [38:54] What can women expect from joining the challenge? [40:46] What happens after the 28-day challenge?
About the Guest: Greg Cormier is a certified Pre & Postnatal Coach, Online Trainer, & Behavior change specialist. He has helped hundreds of women across North America lose weight through online group coaching and 1on1 programs that teach self-acceptance, support, and accountability.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Find out if the 28-day challenge is right for you (https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge)
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There's power in how we tend to handle rejection and interpreting what “No” means. Even in my business where let’s say 99% of the people will say no, seeing those 1% make their lives better plays a huge role in how I continue helping women in the Menopause Movement. When we have a dream or a desire that we want to get, it’s important that we take the next easiest step that is impossible to fail so we don’t give up. Then we elevate ourselves. We talk about that in today’s episode with Victoria Wieck who has built a multi-million dollar business with over $500 million in retail sales after starting her own company in 1989 on a shoestring budget to spend more time with her family.
Discussion Points: [0:00] Introduction [4:48] Welcome, Victoria! [9:46] How Victoria started her business [15:06] The power of grit and the interpretation of rejection [18:47] Starting a side hustle cost-free [23:45] How to make people fall in love with you and your business [26:17] Victoria and the lessons that shaped her, the business, and how it relates to menopause [30:24] How your story can reach people and shape your brand[35:44] Victoria talks about her book, The Million Dollar Hobbies [45:33] Defining your target audience [53:10] Victoria’s message to women
About the Guest: Victoria Wieck is the epitome of the rags to riches American dream story. She immigrated from South Korea to America with her parents with only thirty dollars and has built a multimillion-dollar business with over $500 million in retail sales. After a series of corporate jobs, Victoria started her own company in 1989 on a shoestring budget to spend more time with her family. She has founded several other successful businesses since then. Victoria worked with a wide variety of retailers worldwide, ranging from major department stores to duty free stores, as well as internet and TV retailers. For the past 23 years (19 years on HSN, and 4 years on Shop HQ), Victoria has been sharing her jewelry designs with millions of viewers during her own monthly shows. She has built her highly successful business following her passion for jewelry, without sacrificing her family life. Throughout her career, she invented ways to have her products consistently outperform her competition and thrive. Victoria is the author of the upcoming book, “Million Dollar Hobbies,” and the author of the science fiction novel, “Shattered Sky,” which is scheduled for release in 2021. Victoria is the creator and the host of the popular podcast, Million Dollar Hobbies, a show dedicated to helping others turn their passion into profits. She completed a B.S. degree in Economics from UCLA and an MBA with emphasis in Marketing and Finance from USC.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Get the supplement, head over to https://www.menopausemovement.com/mighty Visit the Mighty-Menopause website and check out the Wellness Data Service app https://mighty-menopause.com/ Get Victoria’s business advice and her book here: https://www.menopausemovement.com/mdh
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The effects of estrogen on the brain are so profound that when it drops, it can feel like all of it is suddenly gone instead of experiencing a slow decline. Then the brain has to readjust while we go through the changes. The sad thing for some however, is when they ask for help from a doctor they expect would have an answer… they would just be dismissed. But there's no reason why we should have to suffer through anything. There’s help available because your body matters. In today’s podcast, we’re going to talk about getting perimenopause help where I’m joined with founder and CEO of Mighty, Jeanne Chung. Tune in today and find that one small and easy thing that you can do to start choosing yourself.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction
[4:38] Welcome, Jeanne!
[8:27] Menopause forces us to look at who we are
[11:01] Jeanne’s perimenopause journey
[15:32] How Jeanne started to handle the pain she was experiencing
[18:34] The Wellness Data Service app
[21:15] Behavior change
[23:03] Building a community matters
[23:43 ]The Mighty Formula
[28:31] Hysterectomies (Why and when you need to reconsider)
[36:35] When will results show when you start taking the Mighty Formula?
[39:29] How Jeanne conducted her research
[45:46] Jeanne’s word of advice for women
About the Guest:
Jeanne Chung is the founder and CEO of MIGHTY. Jeanne combined her unique professional background with the passion to transform the status quo around women aging and menopause.
She's part analytical nerd with an engineering degree from University of Michigan and an MBA from MIT, which led her to management consulting and tech investment banking. She is part hippy wellness entrepreneur, having practiced yoga, and taught over two decades. Owned and operated a chain of yoga studios that served nearly a million students, built and led a global yoga teacher training company that trained hundreds of yoga teachers from around the world.
Jeanne’s personal experience with perimenopause was such utter crap. So she decided to design her own supplement and develop MIGHTY. And since the beginning her vision extended beyond menopause because helping women through the menopause transition is more than just modernizing menopause. It's about getting women through menopause so they can be radiant and vital as they age.
Resources:
Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Get the supplement, head over to https://www.menopausemovement.com/mighty Visit the Mighty-Menopause website and check out the Wellness Data Service app https://mighty-menopause.com/
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We've been talking about the MENO-Mate way of eating in the Menopause Movement to help women ease their symptoms through diet, and I say this to the women who come through our programs: Inflammation really starts with our food. Today we’re delving more into that and why our gut health has an important connection to skincare with Jennifer Fugo MS, LDN, CNS who is a clinical nutritionist empowering adults who've been failed by conventional medicine to beat chronic skin and unending gut challenges.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction
[5:04] Jennifer’s background
[10:53] How Jennifer got into the skincare industry
[16:51] The difference of what Jennifer provides through Skinterrupt
[19:47] How to diagnose a problem with the bacteria in the gut
[26:50] Practical tips on managing rosacea
[28:58] Diagnosing SIBO
[36:30] Coconut oil
[40:32] MCT oil
[41:58] Other gut health issues that come with psoriasis and eczema
[46:18] What inflammation can do to wreck your skin barrier
[49:09] Inflammation starts with our food
About the Guest:
Jennifer Fugo, MS, LDN, CNS is a functional clinical nutritionist, founder of Skinterrupt, and the host of the Healthy Skin Show.
Jennifer received her Master’s in Human Nutrition from the University of Bridgeport and Bachelors from New School University. She’s a member of the American Nutrition Association, an Advisory Board member for the Nutritional Aesthetics Alliance, and a faculty member of LearnSkin.
In her clinical practice, she helps women and men with never-ending “stomach problems”, chronic skin rashes, brain fog, chronic fatigue, and autoimmunity find a way back to their best health. Jennifer listens to her clients and looks for missed or dismissed clues that ultimately point towards the root causes that underlie their nagging physical symptoms.
Jennifer also has extensive experience supporting people with various food sensitivities — especially those who are stuck on elimination diets without any improvement.
As a sought-after expert, advocate & speaker, Jennifer has been featured on Dr. Oz, Yahoo! News, CNN, Paleo Magazine, and Philadelphia Magazine. (To see more press, scroll down to the next section!)
She is the author behind the best-selling book “The Savvy Gluten-Free Shopper: How to Eat Healthy without Breaking the Bank“ and creator of the Eczema & Psoriasis Awareness Weeks.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for the BETA Course: Understanding Your Hormones and Managing Your Menopause (https://www.menopausemovement.com/betawait) Find Jennifer through her website https://www.skinterrupt.com/listen/ Follow Jennifer on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/jenniferfugo/
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“I am” is a very powerful statement.
It’s the statement of identity and it’s so much more than a story. I used to say I hate running, until I actually did it.
I'm not gonna say it's always easy. On some days, it really sucks because the runs are difficult.
But the body can do a lot more than we think.
I had this big epiphany about weight loss because weight loss is hard.
And it's hard for a number of reasons. I think one of the reasons it's hard is because we have to change things and change behaviors (that’s hard too).
I didn't start running until menopause (I mean, I ran when I was 18 and then when I was in high school just for fun, then I had open heart surgery, and I never went back to it).
Back in 2015, we filmed a TV show, and we went to Majorca so I had to train to go up a mountain.
I rode my bike up this mountain, trained with a trainer, and then I realized that I could do a lot more with this body and I was probably 30 or 40 pounds heavier than I am now when we filmed that.
Now I'm 56 years old, and I was able to do that because of persistent focused effort.
And what I tell the women who joined my programs, especially in the Meno-Mastery Academy, is that when you want to get started with something, it's really about finding something that's impossible to fail at.
And then just continuing.
Because those little wins stack.
I talk more about that in today’s episode with national board certified clinical health and wellness coach, Emily Marquis.
She's an RYT 200 yoga instructor and mindfulness consultant. With her combined coaching and corporate HR background, Emily also worked with clinics and fellow practitioners to create a village for clients to best support their well-being.
During the podcast, we talk about how Emily became a health coach AND: Burnout: What it is and how to avoid it. How to get started with self-care Identity and the stories we tell ourselves Fitting in Motivation Courage to try something new. Change is a process of trial and error The American healthcare system
And stay to the end to find out how to let go of perfectionism.
Tune in today and find the courage to change!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction
[4:43] How Emily got into health & wellness
[6:41] Defining burnout, how to diagnose it, and treat it
[12:38] Creating a nighttime routine
[14:52] What is the biggest complaint menopausal women have?
[22:13] Fear of failure - taking the first step
[22:57] Trial and error
[25:32] The stories we tell ourselves
[32:56] How to practice meditation
[33:58] What is health and wellness coaching?
[41:53] Letting go of perfect
About the Guest:
Emily Marquis is a nationally board certified (NBHWC) clinical health and wellness coach supporting clients in creating healthy habits to reduce and prevent chronic illness.
She has her master's degree in health & wellness coaching, NAHU certification in employee wellness, 10 years of professional experience and has overcome many life & health challenges of her own.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for the BETA Course: Understanding Your Hormones and Managing Your Menopause (https://www.menopausemovement.com/betawait) TMM Episode 024: The Benefits of CBD with Tina Williams https://www.menopausemovement.com/external-struggles/EPS024-the-benefits-of-cbd-with-tina-williams Visit Emily’s website https://emilymarquis.com/
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When we get used to putting others first, we forget that we also need care. Our bodies are important too. And as our brain changes as we lose estrogen during menopause we go through this period of maybe not recognizing ourselves or feeling like an alien has beamed down and taking control. But as I always say, you can make menopause the best time of your life when you understand how you can create a life you love. Tune in today as I’m joined with nutrition and behavioral change expert, Jennifer Helene, to find out how to nourish your body and get the mental clarity you need.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [6:01] Jennifer’s health journey [8:45] The trinity to freedom from pain and suffering [9:40] Importance of diet [10:27] Change through embodiment [16:58] Is symptom-free menopause a thing? [21:46] Dealing with hormone imbalance [28:47] Breaking the stigma for menopause [32:44] Implications of sudden menopause with hysterectomy [36:02] Fat balance in relation to menopause [43:31] Speaking the language of your body
About the Guest:
Jennifer Helene Popken, M.S. is a globally acclaimed entrepreneur and life coach focusing on nutrition and behavioral change. In 2015, she became the CEO of Purposeful Ventures, LLC, a company that develops training methodologies and innovative content strategies for Learning Management Systems (LMS). She is also a managing director at Noble Manhattan Ltd.
As a lifestyle coach, she aims to educate moms about food, fitness, and mindset to help revitalize their life.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for the BETA Course: Understanding Your Hormones and Managing Your Menopause (https://www.menopausemovement.com/betawait) Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Sign up for the 7-day Free Lifestyle Plan https://jennifer-helene.com/7-day-lifestyle-plan/
Books mentioned in this episode: The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy: https://amzn.to/3tgsAjW
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Coming out of depression is really hard. Usually women who go into depression gain weight for the most part, and with lower estrogen levels during menopause it’s not surprising that weight gain is one of the biggest complaints from women. When nothing seems to shift even after trying a lot of things, it can be tempting to just give up. If you're stuck in depression, know that you don't have to be there. Tune in today as I’m with ACE certified personal trainer, fitness nutrition specialist, as well as certified brain health trainer, Zack Rutledge as he shares his history of depression and building himself back up brick by brick and so much MORE.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [6:14] Zack’s Battle with Depression [10:42] Foundational Bricks for Getting Out of Depression [15:28] Being Grateful [16:57] Having a Better Diet [23:41] Supplementation [26:24] Going back to School [29:57] The Self-Help Section [33:00] Mindset by Carol Dweck [35:11] Getting into Yoga and Meditation [40:01] Letting Go of Preconceived Notions [43:45] Writing His Book [45:18] The Power of Medication [47:47] Practicing Forgiveness [49:07] Doing the Work
About the Guest:
Zack S. Rutledge is an ACE-certified personal trainer and fitness nutrition specialist. He’s also a certified brain health trainer from the Functional Aging Institute and has an MA from the American University in Washington, DC. He will start his professional counseling graduate program in January next year.
Zack is best known for his book, The Official Depression Relief Playbook: Real-Life Strategies from a Guy Who Has Lived It.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement Sign up for the BETA Course: Understanding Your Hormones and Managing Your Menopause (https://www.menopausemovement.com/betawait) Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge
Books mentioned in this episode: The Official Depression Relief Playbook: Real-Life Strategies From a Guy Who Has Lived It https://amzn.to/3D1YvZM Mindset: The New Psychology of Success https://amzn.to/3D4XS1O
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Because of the decline of hormones, we need to have stronger pelvic floors, so that we're not suffering from vaginal dryness. In menopause, we lose bone density (so all these things are happening simultaneously). To find relief, some women want that magical pill or the surgery...that we forget that the answers are already within us and we have to do the work. But if after childbirth, you find that you need to take steps to heal your pelvic floor because of pain, leaking, pressure or discomfort “down there…” you don’t have to be stuck in not knowing what to do to care for your sacred anatomy. There's stuff you and I can do. In today’s podcast episode I’m with a licensed physical therapist as well as an expert in integrated pelvic floor therapies, Isa Herrera where we talk about giving your lady parts the first aid and love that they need to be happy. Tune in today and discover how to trust yourself again as you learn more about finding pelvic pain relief!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction
[6:25] Isa shares about how she became a pelvic floor specialist
[11:26] How doctors have limited knowledge about the female anatomy
[12:40] France vs. America and postpartum pelvic floor rehabilitation
[17:08] A strong pelvic floor is important
[17:57] Women want the magical pill but the answer is within us
[19:26] Prolapse and how to deal with it
[25:00] invest in yourself
[28:14] Loss of libido and what you can do now
[31:38] Vaginal dryness
[34:31] Food and how it affects your vagina
[36:12] Sexual trauma and how Isa helps her clients
[40:37] Digestive health and the pelvic floor
About the Guest:
Isa Herrera is a licensed physical therapist as well as an expert in integrated pelvic floor therapies. She developed her expertise in diagnosing and treating pelvic pain, leaking, and prolapse by helping over 14,000 women since 2005.
At her New York City Healing Center, Renew PT, Isa pioneered the use of integrated modalities like Maya massage, cold laser therapy, sound healing and Andean energy techniques with evidence-based physical therapy in ways that had never been done before.
She's also the author of five books on the topics of pelvic floor dysfunction and pain, including the newly released international bestseller Female Pelvic Alchemy. Isa’s new online school brings all of her expertise to a global audience, incorporating exercises, self care techniques, and integrative tools to maximize female healing and professional training. After suffering from pelvic floor dysfunction herself after her daughter was born, Isa has made it her life's mission to help 1 million women overcome pelvic floor dysfunction.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Register for Isa’s Master class https://www.prl40clk.com/2T6TBJC/NFC9H/
Books mentioned in this episode: Female Pelvic Alchemy: Trade Secrets For Energizing Your Love Life, Enhancing Your Pleasure & Loving Your Body Completely https://amzn.to/38iSude Becoming Safely Embodied: A Guide to Organize Your Mind, Body and Heart to Feel Secure in the World https://amzn.to/3BhKd5H
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I say this a lot: "Anything worth doing is worth sucking at it first.” and it’s true because you can't lose a hundred pounds overnight. For me in menopause, it took 5 years before I really understood what was going on: exercise is not a weight loss tool. In today’s episode I’ll be talking about that and MORE with Kinesiologist, Nutritional Therapy Practitioner, and Certified High Performance Coach, Tanja Shaw. Tune in to today’s podcast and discover how to create a body you love!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [6:22] Welcome, Tanja! [11:25] Know how to build a better relationship with your body [13:47] First,start working on your identity piece [14:51] Hope is not a strategy, we need to be more intentional [15:13] Self-acceptance is not complacency [17:43] If you decide to make a change, get support [20:34] Break the ties between exercise, diet, and weight loss [23:36] The power of thesimple shifts in our language [31:36] Doing something you think is impossible, gives you more fuel to pursue your dreams [32:30] Tanja’s approach to her clients [32:56] The three-step process that Tanja follows [36:43] The hard part - when the plateau or challenge comes up [39:25] Acknowledging and celebrating your wins [43:50] Why do women gain weight in menopause and what to do about it [48:49] Set an outcome and know what the process is [51:41] Normal eating and how to become a normal eater [55:45] Believe that it’s possible
About the Guest:
Tanja Shaw is a life and weight loss coach. She is the host of the Fit and Vibrant You podcast and the founder of Fit and Vibrant You Over 50 and the Ascend Fitness and Lifestyle a holistic health coaching studio in Chilliwack BC.
Tanja has a reputation for helping thousands of women get into their happy, healthy weight, permanently, naturally without the obsession so they can live their life.
Tanja, her husband Keith, and their son Jacob live in Chilliwack BC which is about an hour outside Vancouver, Canada. She loves being active outdoors - running, hiking, paddleboarding, mountain biking, and camping. She also loves a good cup of coffee and a glass of red wine.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Visit Tanja Shaw’s website https://www.tanjashaw.com/
Books mentioned in this episode: The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image (Compass) https://amzn.to/37LMn0L The Success Principles(TM) - 10th Anniversary Edition: How to Get from Where You Are to Where You Want to Be https://amzn.to/3yQTWPN
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Cancer is difficult to diagnose. We talk about self-breast exam, and how it’s a part of our monthly health care, but one thing that we don't notice necessarily is what's happening in our bellies. It can be because you may not have pain, and you may just think that there’s a slight bulge on the top of your belly. As women, sometimes we get to a point where we just numb out the pain that we experience in our bodies (example: menstrual pain). But what if we start to pay attention to our body and what we eat? Because what if the way we’ve been eating actually promotes disease like cancer? I talk more about that in today’s episode with registered dietician and low carb advocate, Martha Tettenborn. Tune in to this podcast to find strength, wisdom and more love for your body and life than ever before!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [6:41] What Martha learned in her nutritional training [8:01] Brief history of Governmental Food Policy [10:41] How Martha became a renegade low carb dietician [15:22] Ancestral eating and our current food supply [17:32] The Inca Trail and how Martha’s life has changed after doing it [23:27] Being diagnosed with cancer [29:53] Start to pay attention to your body [32:48] Defining cachexia [34:32] How to start eating now to support our metabolism [39:15] Things Martha did to manage the setbacks she experienced in her life [41:47] Choosing how to deal with the obstacles presented to us [43:53] Cancer has a disordered metabolism and it can be affected by what you eat [44:45] How Martha started her blog and wrote a book [47:43] Martha shares these powerful insights to listeners
About the Guest:
Martha Tettenborn is a Registered Dietitian for 32 years, and she just recently added to that knowledge base by completing the Primal Health Coach Certification, an in-depth course that explores all the facets of a lifestyle based on Ancestral Health principles.
After decades of amazingly good health and smooth sailing, Martha’s life was suddenly sidelined in the summer of 2018 by the presence of a large, fast-growing cyst in my abdomen. Despite no-one expecting it, it turned out to be cancerous – a Stage 1C2 high grade serous ovarian tumour.
This led her to do a deep dive into the research around cancer and nutrition where she discovered the metabolic nature of cancer and how the damaged metabolism of cancer cells can be used to weaken them. She then shares how our nutritional choices have an awesome power to influence the course of cancer treatment.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Visit Martha Tettenborn’s website https://www.marthatettenborn.com/
Books mentioned in this episode: The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph https://amzn.to/2VJgN0R Hacking Chemo: Using Ketogenic Diet, Therapeutic Fasting and a Kickass Attitude to Power through Cancer Treatment https://amzn.to/3CI0z9b
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Whatever we're exposed to as truth as children is what we're going to bring into our adult lives. But when we start to observe our thoughts and say, "I don't have to think this way. How can I change the way I'm thinking now?" We can make our lives anything we want. In today’s episode I’m with award-winning author of Love Notes to My Body, Nicole Ayers. If you're ready to stop waging war against your body, tune in to today’s podcast to find out the 3 tools you can use to cultivate a kinder and gentler relationship with your body!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [6:52] How Nicole got into self-love as a calling or passion [9:37] Meditation as a vehicle for observation [11:54] Where Nicole’s negative thoughts came from [15:27] Awareness is the first step to healing your relationship with your body [16:48] The legacy part and how Nicole changes the programming she grew up with [21:29] Acceptance of where we are [22:42] The importance of community [23:49] Journaling [31:32] If you want joy in your life, it’s gratitude [35:59] How choosing to accept your body is an act of rebellion [41:45] Three tools to cultivate a kinder, gentler relationship with your body [47:13] This is a journey, not an endpoint
About the Guest:
Self-love sage and author Nicole C. Ayers is a dynamic and engaging speaker who’s not afraid to get vulnerable and real about her personal journey to love herself. She’s a strong voice for female empowerment and the freedom it brings.
Nicole is the award-winning author of Love Notes to My Body, which was recognized as one of 2020’s best life-changing books, and its two body-positive companion books.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Visit Nicole Ayers’ website https://nicolecayers.com/
Books mentioned in this episode: Love Notes to My Body https://amzn.to/3Cgebse Love Letters to My Body: Writing My Way to Self-Love https://amzn.to/2WK3opU Writing Your Way to (Self-)Love: A Guided Journal to Help You Love Your Body, One Part at a Time https://amzn.to/3lmqCNc
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Have you ever wondered about the 3 things you can do right now to start losing weight? It doesn’t have to be big, because you can't lose a hundred pounds overnight. But when you start to be the person who lost a hundred pounds, that's when you can step into that change. I talk more about that in today’s podcast episode with Katie Corbett who has a master's degree in community health education and is a certified health education specialist. She also teaches busy moms how to manage stress and anxiety without using food and how to make time for self-care. Tune in today to find out the best ways to lose weight that don't involve diet and exercise!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [5:24] How Katie gained all the weight [8:19] Katie’s year of grace [10:36] Three things to start losing weight [18:49] Awareness of the patterns you’re doing helps you address it [19:53] Look for other ways to light yourself up aside from food [22:20] The five pillars of weight loss [31:47] Challenge your thoughts [42:08] How to stop being reactive [44:34] Plan instead of being reactive [48:13] The best way to lose weight without diet and exercise
About the Guest:
Katie Corbett struggled with weight for the better part of three decades. She finally figured out how to have peace with food, stay at a happy weight even after 40's, having EIGHT children. She is a Certified Health Education Specialist and a Certified Wellness and Health Coach, who specializes in weight loss coaching. Her deepest desire is to come alongside you and teach you how to get that weight off once and for all.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Visit Katie Corbett’s website https://www.healthwellnessandchocolate.com/ Access Katie’s Free Grocery List https://www.healthwellnessandchocolate.com/pl/133144 The Health, Wellness, and Chocolate Podcast https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-health-wellness-chocolate-podcast/id1546765740 Follow Health, Wellness, and Chocolate on Instagram https://www.instagram.com/healthwellnesschocolate/
Books mentioned in this episode: The Great Pain Deception: Faulty Medical Advice is Making Us Worse https://amzn.to/3C5jv1y The Miracle Morning: The Not-So-Obvious Secret Guaranteed to Transform Your Life (Before 8AM) https://amzn.to/37gkH3H
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It's a long road to get to understanding that our worth comes from inside. Have you ever listened to that voice in your head that told you, “You suck.” or felt like you’re not good enough? I like to say that anything worth doing is worth sucking at it first. I talk more about that in today’s podcast with Hailima Yates who is the CEO and founder of Luv Mrk, a coaching company where she works with clients that embrace positive self-identity, inclusive and equitable work environment. Hailima shares how she struggled from negative self-image and low self-esteem which led her to substance abuse and suicidal ideation, and how she came out of that place to change her mindset, finally value herself, stop her self-sabotaging, and make choices where she now lives a life that she has chosen throughout her adulthood. Tune in to this episode and find the inspiration you need to start seeing the best in you!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [5:25] Hailima shares what she does and how she got started [8:48] Hailima’s take on those who deny racism exists in America [10:13] Stories believed that becomes our reality [12:32] Luv Mrk and what it is [14:38] Hailima’s story about her refusal to look in the mirror [18:30] Hailima shares about her suicide attempt [21:53] To continue choosing tomorrow, we have to realize we have a purpose [24:42] Hailima’s spiritual journey [27:54] Be aware of what you focus on [29:38] The question Dr. G asks herself in the morning [31:29] Speak in the present tense [33:06] How to end your pain and not your life [34:39] How can people be there for other people [37:34] Toxic positivity [38:22] Mental, social, emotional wellness
About the Guest:
Hailima Yates is an author, CEO/Founder of Luv Mrk, a transformation speaker, and mindset Coach. She was born in Wichita, KS, grew up in Denver, CO, and spent another portion of her life traveling which helped to shape her into who she is today. Due to her mental and emotional journey along with other battles society and the world throws at us, she loves dedicating her time to provide sustainable methods that allow us to consciously treat ourselves and others in a loving manner. Hailima has over 20 years of experience participating in and providing various programs that guide us on how to be aware of past circumstances influencing our current choices, along with how to manage current adversities. The tools she provides through her programs helps us to know how to shift self-defeating, undervaluing, and limiting beliefs to build a healthier mindset and constructive habits to take control of our life and purposely create a happier lifestyle.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge
Books mentioned in this episode: A Course In Miracles https://amzn.to/3rdaAWP The Buddha and the Badass https://amzn.to/36Ckqrx Dissolve The Problem: by Shifting Physical Reality https://amzn.to/3B5Xf75 Dissolving the Anchor: Untethering Dysphoria and Self-Doubt to Create an Empowered Life https://amzn.to/3elMOTk
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I hear from so many women in menopause who don't want to look in the mirror because their bodies have changed and they don't recognize themselves anymore. And I think more than anything else, there's a big BIG piece of acceptance that's required to get past any obstacles. In today’s episode I’m with guest Sarah Manuel who wrote the children’s book, “Differences Are Dynamite.” Despite living life in a wheelchair and being given a death sentence as a child, Sarah has never accepted her limitations. Tune in to this podcast today and find out some simple questions to ask yourself about how to find your purpose!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [4:46] Sarah shares the death sentence she received when she was a child [8:42] The power of 1% [10:50] What Sarah’s childhood was like [13:14] The cost of denial [14:56] How acceptance led to Sarah finding her purpose [17:06] Moving towards your obstacle to get past it [17:56] Helping kids grapple with their own disability [18:24] Everyone has differences and those differences have a reason [19:26] Different is not bad, it’s just different [20:25] How we choose to view circumstance can create or ease suffering [22:12] Sarah shares her pregnancy journey [25:04] The difference in Sarah’s thoughts now compared to her thoughts before [25:57] Sarah’s book Differences are Dynamite [26:56] Sarah shares tips women who are going through an existential crisis can do [29:09] Our mindset has the power to change our whole game [32:37] Your circumstances don’t have to determine your reality
About the Guest:
Sarah Manuel is living an amazing life, never taking no for an answer. Despite her being in a wheelchair and given a death sentence as a child, Sarah has never accepted her limitations. She told anyone who had listened to her her dreams for the future, including having a meaningful career, falling in love, and having a child, and Sarah successfully turned those dreams into reality. Now, Sarah has taken these hard won lessons and teaches others how to envision the future of their dreams, discover their purpose, and turn their dreams into reality.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Visit Sarah’s website and check out what she offers https://sarahmanuel.com/
Books mentioned in this episode: The Obstacle is the Way by Ryan Holiday https://amzn.to/2Tbz71H Differences are Dynamite by Sarah Manuel https://amzn.to/36GL6Y4
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Food plays a big role in our well-being. For instance, France is very connected to nature in some sense. People there enjoy their meals for an hour or two and it’s perfectly normal for them as it gives them an opportunity to connect with their loved ones while taking the time to eat their food. Meanwhile in America, it’s common to stuff food down our stomachs while being in a hurry to get other things done. It’s connected to this cycle of transaction, outcome, and result that comes from an overabundance of masculine energy. And it’s not supposed to be all that bad. I talk more about that and embracing the feminine energy (the slowing down and being in the moment) in today’s podcast with mentor to tens of thousands of women business owners, Fabienne Fredrickson. Tune in and stay to the end to find out how to get out of your own way in anything!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [5:40] Fabienne shares about her move to Paris and how it’s like living there [9:55] Fabienne’s entrepreneurial journey and how she started her business [14:07] What it feels to not be in alignment [18:07] Fabienne shares about her menopause experience [20:25] The role that food plays in our wellbeing [28:59] Female leadership and how feminine strength is needed now more than ever [34:54] The divine feminine is rising [35:52] How business owners can pivot and future proof of their business [38:55] Fabienne shares her experience seeing the Dalai Lama [40:57] Impermanence [41:52] Faith and pronoia [48:13] How can someone be a money magnet [51:03] Fear does not happen in the present moment [53:26] How to get out of your way and the powerful mindset to get immediate results
About the Guest:
Fabienne Fredrickson’s passion and purpose is being a catalyst for self-employed women to make the greatest impact they can, while being handsomely rewarded for it. For the past 20+ years, she has been, and continues to be, a business mentor to tens of thousands of women business owners as founder of Boldheart.com.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Money Magnet Club https://money.boldheart.com/money-magnet The Leveraged Business Bonuses https://boldheart.com/the-leveraged-business/free-book/
Books and Documentaries mentioned in this episode: The Alphabet vs. The Goddess https://amzn.to/3hgLDow Autobiography of a Yogi https://amzn.to/361YBRY The Power of Now https://amzn.to/3wcictg The Leveraged Business Book https://amzn.to/3dvQb9K Embrace Your Magnificence: Get Out of Your Own Way and Live a Richer, Fuller, More Abundant Life https://amzn.to/3kc13O7 The Year Earth Changed (Narrated by David Attenborough) https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/the-year-earth-changed/umc.cmc.3fob3t7nfhehpb3ilgynzxmnu?at=11lDJ&ct=1547101X471814f2b92adc76e9cfcf8f102dc347&ctx_brand=tvs.sbd.4000&itscg=MC_20000&itsct=atvp_brand_omd&mttn3pid=Google%20AdWords&mttnagencyid=a5e&mttncc=US&mttnsiteid=143238&mttnsubad=OUS2019900_1-514954972304-c&mttnsubkw=129168737188__Iw5L2VXV_&mttnsubplmnt=
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Healthy food creates health! A lot of the benefits of eating better has to do with pleasure and community. And the biggest question that I have is, "How can I help people understand regional cuisines and get them off medicine?" If you ever wondered what a CSA is or how to get more local produce into your diet, catch me today with president of a local not for profit farm called Glynwood and leading educator in the small farm movement here in New York, Kathleen Finlay.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [6:04] Kathleen’s shares her experience with menopause [8:28] Glynwood and where Kathleen was prior to that [12:03] What is regional cuisine and why is it important? [15:06] How to create identity when it comes to food [18:35] Rethinking food in many ways [19:28] Where to find regional cuisines [20:52] Impressive results from adapting to a regional cuisine [22:42] Dr. G shares the pushback we got when she started her front yard garden patch [25:43] There’s no comparison in terms of eating fresh [26:14] Kathleen’s take on GMO [27:45] Three areas of concerns with GMO [30:42] Kathleen’s vision for the Hudson Valley [34:25] Addressing the obstacle of not knowing how to cook the produce [37:02] How healthcare providers can help patients understand regional cuisine [41:55] Eating real food vs packaged branded stuff [45:07] What role women play in shaping a food system
About the Guest:
Kathleen Finlay has been a leader in the regenerative agriculture movement for most of her career. She has also been instrumental in organizing women who work for environmental progress.
Since arriving at Glynwood in 2012, she has refined the organization’s mission and become a national figure in the world of progressive agricultural nonprofits. Under her leadership, Glynwood has become a premier learning hub for food and farming professionals.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Glynwood in the Hudson Valley https://glynwood.org/
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I want to be honest with you: I always thought that exercise was punishment. And I don't think I'm alone (I still fight with myself to get my workouts done). When it comes to weight loss in menopause, there’s no one-size-fits-all answer and it's really important to tap into how you feel. If menopause has felt like the apocalypse of your life, make sure to stay to the end to get stress management tips from today's guest, author and fitness coach, Amanda Thebe.
Discussion Points:
0:00 Introduction 4:04 Amanda’s menopause story 11:23 The lack of information regarding menopause 13:00 Eating differently to support a woman’s changing body in menopause 14:15 Identifying red flags in the nutrition and fitness industry 15:48 There are no shortcuts only considerations for menopausal women 16:53 Finding a balanced approach to nutrition 19:12 Macros 20:44 Everybody is different, approaches will be different 22:26 Menopause metabolic resistance training 28:31 How Amanda helps women who were never exercisers 32:54 You don’t start something and expect to be amazing 35:23 Three-to-one ratio theory of negative bias 37:03 Amanda’s shares her story with COVID 43:21 Hypoxic components in swimming 45:27 Stress management 50:50 Cognitive decline and lack of exercise
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog Connect with me on Instagram @drmichellegordon Follow me on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon Join The Menopause Movement private group on Facebook https://www.facebook.com/groups/menopausemovement) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Sign up for the 28-Day MENO-Belly Challenge here https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge Check out Amanda Thebe’s website https://amandathebe.com/
Books mentioned in this episode: Menopocalypse: How I Learned to Thrive During Menopause and How You Can Too (https://amzn.to/3x8V28J)
About the Guest:
Amanda Thebe is a force of nature for women who are experiencing menopause hell and want to start feeling healthy and fit in their 40s and beyond. She’s here to help you find the tools to have more energy and zest for life, while making you laugh like a 20 year old throughout the process.
Her exercise workouts and fitness tips have been featured in Breaking Muscle, Girls Gone Strong and Ultimate Sandbag Training. Her adoring fans and clients have called her a ‘resilient bitch’ and ‘an unstoppable inspiration’, with one woman naming her “the over 40 guru to watch in 2018.”
For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/). Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-menopause-movement-podcast/id1471592943), Spotify (https://open.spotify.com/show/1j3NergI6QLKuhCX385CY5), and Stitcher (https://www.stitcher.com/podcast/the-menopause-movement-podcast/e/65912297).
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Women like you want to maintain a happy weight and excellent health without counting calories, struggling with fatigue, pushing through hunger and feeling deprived of desserts. And I'm telling you I heard this over and over and it took me 15 years to really hear it: Exercise is not a weight loss tool. Exercise is like the icing on the cake. I talk more about that in today’s podcast episode with board certified holistic nutritionist and functional nutrition, and lifestyle practitioner, Amy White. Tune in to this episode today and know the most important aspects of diet while removing all the fluff!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction [4:10] What is a board certified holistic nutritionist? [5:56] Amy’s story of Hangry to Healthy [13:17] How Amy got into nutritionist school [17:52] Celiac disease [19:56] Discovering that food is magic [20:25] Food is the way to communicate with the body [21:18] The belief and religiosity around food [23:42] Look at everything you believe around food [25:50] Insulin resistance and body size [27:40] Keto diet for those with Type 2 Diabetes [29:24] The key is protein [30:25] How the body uses fuel [33:34] Our hormones tell the body where to put the fat [35:05] Planned indulgence [36:09] What gets measured, gets managed [37:48] Progress over perfection [38:08] Track because you can’t change what you don’t know [42:14] Why people fail at a keto and a low-carb diet [44:31] Protein is a goal, carbs are a limit, fat is a lever [45:24] Knowledge vs. know-how [45:42] The state-feel-act cycle [47:01] Know where the sneaky sugars are [47:26] Vegetable and seed oils [48:24] The role of exercise in weight loss [54:19] There’s no one-size-fits-all answer [56:04] Don’t eat until you’re hungry [56:22] Natural intermittent fasting [57:57] What courage means for Amy
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Sign up for our Virtual Live Retreat: https://www.menopausemovement.com/retreat Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign up for the challenge here (https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge) Check out Amy’s website The Simplicity of Wellness and learn more about what she offers (https://amywhitenutrition.com/)
About the Guest:
Amy White is a board certified holistic nutritionist and a certified functional nutrition and lifestyle practitioner. She’s been living in a balanced, happy body for almost 10 years and has improved her overall health, changed her body composition and easily maintained her perfect size without counting calories, stressing about portion control, feeling hungry or deprived of treats and dessert. Amy challenges those who want to take control of how they look and feel to transition from being Hangry to Healthy.
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Good news: Starting over as GenX could be an exciting time in your life.
You might have already heard that more than 50% of small businesses are started by women in their 50s.
That could be YOU.
If you have a calling, it will pull you wherever you need to go and you don't have to pay somebody 10,000 or 20,000 dollars a year to show you what to do. If you want to know more about that, we have a fantastic conversation about this topic of starting over with host, and co-founder and chief strategy officer of The Resting Mind, a business coaching and development company for GenerationX women, Jackie Ghedine.
For more podcast episodes, visit: https://www.menopausemovement.com/podcast
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When is the best time to get started?
I’d say, “Anytime.”
There’s not ever a time when you’re too late.
And retirement doesn’t have to end your passion...
In fact, it can give you the freedom to do another great thing.
For me, it was a time to create my podcast and help women in menopause.
Some people prepare for retirement by transitioning slowly…
Either they enjoy new hobbies or spend more time with friends…
Some even consider part-time retirement by working for a few hours and making sure they could go traveling.
A very helpful question to ask ourselves when thinking about retirement is, “What are some of the things I really enjoy?”
And I think planning for your future is a form of self-love.
There’s nothing wrong with putting yourself first…
Or your personal finances.
Have you been putting off saving for retirement because you don’t believe you can save enough?
I can tell you right now that it’s possible to retire with millions of dollars if you just follow the right steps.
In today’s podcast episode, we ask financial coach, hotel owner, podcast host and independent life insurance producer with the Legacy Builder Group, Acquania Escarne to give us some tips.
Acquania started saving when she was 16 and is committed to helping people find financial freedom and build wealth.
During our interview, we talked about planning for retirement, when to start, PLUS: Planning as a form of self-love The definition of retirement How to gradually increase your savings How 1% can make a huge difference Defining emergencies and saving for them Leaving a legacy
Tune in to this episode today and know how you can ease your way into building your wealth before retirement.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction & Offer [4:14] When is the best time to start saving? [5:39] Help yourself before you can help others [8:27] Retirement doesn’t mean you're not going to doing anything [9:11] Money is not the root of all evil [11:52] Getting started on your retirement saving [14:45] Always save for an emergency [17:20] How to change your mindset on money
[18:26] Identify what you consider as an emergency
[20:34] Legacy planning
[24:15] Who do you want to speak on your behalf?
[27:08] Ways to leave a legacy
[29:50] Transitioning to retirement
[32:36] Find a purpose during retirement
[36:30] Save for things that you value
[38:19] You need to do more than save
[41:23] Find an identity outside your business
[42:06] Evaluate your beliefs on money
[43:49] Strategize to make up for inequalities
About the Guest:
Acquania Escarne is a financial coach, hotel owner, podcast host, and independent life insurance producer with the Legacy Builder Group. She is committed to helping people find financial freedom and build wealth. As a financial coach, she equips her clients with "outside the box" finance tips, debt payment plans, retirement planning, and more. With her advice clients are able to meet and exceed their financial and personal goals. Her coaching is individually tailored to address all financial situations. Also, through her finance blog and podcast, The Purpose of Money, she shows women how to invest and save more so they can live a more fulfilling and prosperous life.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign up for the video workshop here (https://www.menopausemovement.com/workshop) Check out Acquania’s platform (https://thepurposeofmoney.com/) Reach out to Acquania through her social media channels Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/thepurposeofmoney/) Twitter (https://twitter.com/purpose_money) Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/thepurposeofmoney)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Latte Factor: Why You Don't Have to Be Rich to Live Rich by David Bach and John David Mann (https://amzn.to/3ubKuDg) The Automatic Millionaire: A Powerful One-step Plan to Live and Finish Rich by David Bach (https://amzn.to/343WtZa) Money Flows To Me Easily: Journal for Money Manifestation (https://amzn.to/3ysHK7M) The Alphabet vs. The Goddess (https://amzn.to/2RBLJ1d)
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If you are like most women in menopause, your biggest symptoms are weight gain and sleep disruption.
“I'm not sleeping through the night. At times I wake up hot and sweaty. I look like I am 9 months pregnant and can’t get the weight off.”
“I’m 51, need a good night's sleep with no interruptions due to hot flushes. Getting fatter and fatter.”
“My biggest disruption would be weight gain. I can’t do what I used to and it depresses me. I can’t sleep and it makes me anxious.”
When the reality of struggling with these symptoms affects your overall health,things can start to feel out of control--especially when nothing seems to get you out of MENO-misery.
And then, when one thing works for someone else, do you find yourself comparing your situation to theirs, only to wonder why it doesn’t work for you?
When it comes to tackling MENO-Misery, there is no one-size fits all answer. But you can discover the MENO-Mate way of living that is helping so many women make menopause the best time of their lives.
It starts with understanding one simple phrase:
You are unique.
And while you’re suffering from weight gain and lack of sleep, others are riding the roller coaster of mood problems.
Others are finding it difficult to concentrate.
And many don’t like themselves at all right now.
Every one of us is so unique, and what may work for them may not work for you.
It’s the beauty of being human.
Now, overwhelmingly, the biggest complaint we hear from women is weight gain. And if we are going to overcome the MENO-Misery associated with weight as we age,
It's important for us to really evaluate our relationship with food.
My dad introduced me to potatoes when I was young.
He was cooking one day and I was sitting on the counter and he said, “Here try this.”
It was just a raw potato with salt on it. And I was like, "yum!"
Emotionally, I have associated potatoes with my father and when I find myself craving potato chips, I usually am missing him.
It’s harder now that he’s passed on.
And it helped me to manage the grief of his death.
And even now, I recognize that chip cravings are the emotional yearnings of my teenage self.
But it helps to be aware, and I rarely eat chips now...
Food is not just food.
Ayurveda teaches this principle: no one part of us operates independently from one another.
And Ayurvedic medicine uses unique practices that are all about finding balance in your body.
It focuses on dietary improvements and simple habit changes for lasting improvement.
In this episode, we welcome Ayurvedic doctor and co-founder of the International Institute of Ayurveda, Victor Briere as we learn about a new perspective to health and wellness.
We talk about food cravings and what they mean PLUS: What is Ayurveda? The 3 types in Ayurveda The cause of disease Chinese medicine versus Ayurvedic medicine Menopause and Ayurveda The right and wrong ways to be vegan Causal factors for menopause The definition of sleep A routine to help you get a great night's sleep Meditation
It's all good to deal with symptoms.
We also want to help you get to the root cause…
Watch this episode and stay to the end to find out Victor's Top 3 Practical Tips to Start Creating Health Right Now!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction & Offer [3:15] What is Ayurvedic medicine? [4:36] Types of Ayurveda [6:33] Connection of imbalance and food cravings [10:27] The role of animal protein in Ayurveda [12:50] Psychological effects of sugar [15:14] Distinguishing Ayurvedic doctors [17:46] The three main things that cause disease [23:02] Difference between Ayurveda and Chinese medicine [26:39] Victor’s journey to becoming an Ayurvedic doctor [29:08] What Ayurveda say about menopause [31:33] Right and wrong way to be a vegan [35:07] Biggest factors that affect menopause [38:02] Tips for addressing sleeping problems in menopause [44:00] Using breath practice for self-control [48:06] Practices you can do today for more health
About the Guest:
Victor Briere, Ayurvedic Doctor, is the co-founder of the International Institute of Ayurveda. Victor is a gifted pulse reader specializing in ayurvedic diagnostic techniques and health counseling. His in-depth, individualized approach to health offers clients and students a detailed and encompassing perspective on the underlying causes of imbalance. Victor’s approach to wellness emphasizes the role and importance of lifestyle and dietary balance. He offers the support often needed to successfully address the root cause of illness and restore the body to health.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign up for the video workshop here (https://www.menopausemovement.com/workshop) Reach out to Victor through their website (https://www.iiayurveda.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor(https://amzn.to/3uc6bTz)
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When you’re in the middle of pain, do you allow yourself to feel it?
For example, when sudden emotions become overwhelming do you let yourself say…
“I feel like I am going crazy from the hot flashes and emotions.”
“My emotions make me feel like I am a teenager with PMS.”
Do you acknowledge how exhausted you feel?
Or do you stuff it down?
We all go through tough times.
But some struggles feel heavier than others and they can shake you to your core.
Physical pains are tough, and so are the mental wounds associated with them.
If, like me, you've been through hard times, then you're probably familiar with feelings of hopelessness...
And the feeling of resisting something new.
Here’s a beautiful truth:
When you feel like you're resisting something, you probably need to move toward it.
I'm still afraid of my workouts, especially the new ones...
But I feel the fear and I do it anyway and I think that is the key...
Allow yourself to feel the feelings but still do it anyway rather than let the feelings that you have hold you back from getting something done.
I talk more about that in today’s podcast episode with Bob DePasquale.
Bob was diagnosed with testicular cancer while he was in college. He also witnessed the 9/11 tragedy firsthand just five days after getting his cancer diagnosis.
Those experiences shaped him and led him to share the message that although life is full of struggles, the learning experience you gain from it leads to growth.
If you're somebody who wants to grow even in these trying times, tune in to this episode!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Offer [2:38] Bob shares his storywhen he got his diagnosis [8:56] Next steps for Bob while getting treatment [13:13] 9/11 as experienced by Bob [16:09] The importance of a checklist [16:39] Lingering issues Bob faced [18:38] Managing the curveballs by allowing yourself to feel the feelings [20:29] Self-actualization [22:45] The brilliance of the body [24:21] Latent potential [27:28] Learning new skills [29:33] Kindness is contagious [33:11] What Bob teaches and who he serves [36:36] Questions to ask one’s self in finding your purpose
About the Guest:
Bob DePasquale is a motivated, passionate, and engaging communicator. He was diagnosed with testicular cancer on September 6, 2001, while starting college in New York that same year. Five days after his diagnosis, he witnessed the September 11 tragedy, a day that no one will ever forget.
It took him only six months to treat his cancer, but the mental wounds associated with the 9/11 tragedy and the cancer diagnosis took two years to treat. His journey is what led him to share his message with the world. A message that although life is full of struggles, we can all learn from them.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign up for the video workshop here (https://www.menopausemovement.com/workshop) Visit Bob DePasquale’s website (https://www.bobdepasquale.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Obstacle Is the Way: The Timeless Art of Turning Trials into Triumph (https://amzn.to/3trZGf8)
For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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There’s no doubt. Migraines are debilitating.
When they hit, we often have to remove ourselves from daily life.
But did you know that migraine with aura is caused by suppressed electrical activity in the brain and is connected to brain fog?
I’ve heard from so many women about their brain fog and they have said:
“I hate the brain fog and the fact that I can’t concentrate like I used to…”
“Not sleeping. Brain fog. Anxiety throughout my day. I need help ! Please.”
“My biggest problem is the brain fog. People can tell me something and I hear them but it just doesn't register what they said and I always have to have them repeat what they said.”
And here’s the part that the healthcare industry doesn’t talk about: migraines are also connected to brain damage.
In fact, headaches are one of the top reasons why people visit the doctor.
But what if your headache is caused by what you're eating?
And what if what you're eating is endorsed by one of the biggest 'healthcare' organizations out there?
And what if they're wrong?
On this week’s episode of The Menopause Movement Podcast, I welcome back globally recognized nutrition and metabolism thought leader, and New York Times Best Selling Author, Dr. Cate Shanahan.
Dr. Cate and I talk about the relationship headaches have with metabolism and inflammation.
Plus, we go into how the “standard American diet” destroys our bodies' antioxidant functionalities.
We also go into the 3 main ingredients that knock us out of balance and how to stop that for good.
Your body is naturally designed to make menopause easy and prevent headaches.
Find out how by tuning in to this podcast today because you deserve to take control of your body.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction & Offer [3:37] Dr. Cate’s field of expertise and its connection to headaches [5:17] Understanding inflammation and modern diets [9:22] The three ingredients that knock your body out of balance [10:52] Metabolic causes of headaches [12:32] Spreading depression migraine [14:33] What migraine drugs do to your brain [17:24] Toxins in vegetable oil [21:12] Study on what happens when you eliminate seed oil from diets [23:13] The conspiracy in vegetable oil production [30:46] Vestibular migraine and seed oils [32:55] How hormones play a role in migraines [35:23] Why do results take two weeks [38:34] Lag time is an indication of something real [40:07] Importance of cholesterol to hormones and fertility [44:18] Barriers of doctors and nutrition research [49:39] Vegetable oil is hard to avoid [51:08] Tips to avoiding seed oil
About the Guest:
Dr. Cate Shanahan is the leading authority on nutrition and human metabolism. A board-certified Family Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience and NY Times bestselling author of The FatBurn Fix, Deep Nutrition and Food Rules, her expertise is fixing the underlying problems that cause metabolic damage and inflammation, leading to autoimmunity, weight gain, diabetes, cancer, and accelerated aging processes. Her passion is helping people feel their best.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign up for the challenge here (https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge) Check out Dr. Cate Shanahan’s website (https://drcate.com/) Follow Dr. Cate Shanahan on the following social media channels: Twitter - https://twitter.com/drcateshanahan Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DoctorCate/
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Would you agree with me right away if I tell you that you can still live the best life possible while in menopause?
I mean I haven’t stopped believing that you can…
But out of all the times you’ve heard that you can still get your life back, have you heard another voice in your head say…
“I don’t think I can. I’m too busy and I don’t have enough energy.”
“I feel like I don't have a brain most days and can't focus on anything. I'm usually intelligent… but lately I feel like I'm in a fog all the time.”
“I’ve tried everything and I’m not sure if anything will ever work.”
And it sounds familiar, right?
Familiar because you might have heard it from someone before and the words were said to you…
Probably during childhood, growing up, or maybe at home...
Or even from people we trust like friends or family.
The words could sting and then you start questioning yourself like, “Am I good enough for this? Am I qualified to do this?”
And that’s when fear enters the door.
It can be paralyzing.
Would you consider that 98% of what we fear never happens?
Our subconscious mind is so powerful because if we decide we want to see something from a different angle…
We could create our own reality.
All we have to do is start looking for the truth in that.
For instance, if doubt is preventing you from taking the next step towards the best life while in menopause, then the words in your head probably say…
“I’m too old for that program and maybe my story wouldn’t be that interesting in the community.”
It can be easy to accept those thoughts. I know.
What if you also know that over 90% of businesses are started by women over 50? Kids are no longer at home, or there’s more time for hobbies…
And if you share your stories, not only will you help inspire people but maybe for the first time…
They'll start to see themselves courageous.
Which truth would you rather listen to?
Anxiety and low confidence are common during MENO-Misery.
And there’s no one-size-fits-all approach for menopause (even getting rid of the MENO-Belly).
But once you start to feel like you’re getting control over that specific pain point then you could start to look at it with more motivation to take your next step.
You’ll also rediscover courage along the way.
I talk more about that with sought after motivational TEDx speaker, author, television host, and life coach since 1998, Terry Sidford.
Our guest Terry Sidford has seen stories from hundreds of women, and she shares her observations on how they thrived through challenges.
Terry talks about ways you can push through fears and the process of radically loving and forgiving yourself.
I don’t want you to miss knowing what that looks like.
Tune in to this podcast today and find out what’s the smallest step that is impossible to fail to help you find that little slither of courage.
And remember, here at The Menopause Movement it’s all about 1% progress over perfection.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction & Offer [3:36] A background on Terry and the creation of her book [8:13] Sharing stories empowers people to be courageous [10:27] What makes people thrive in challenges [12:20] Success comes from action [19:37] What is a passion test facilitator [21:28] The thing that holds us back is the story we tell ourselves [23:09] Living outside your comfort zone [25:18] Overcoming fear of public speaking [30:34] Talking about women’s struggle with menopause [35:09] Defining courage in women [36:14] Reframing your fear [38:08] Ask yourself whether your anxiety is true [40:56] Coaches help you look outside of yourself [45:00] What is the smallest step women in menopause can take [47:33] The process of forgiveness [49:16] Don’t give other people the power to make you less of a person
About the Guest:
Terry Sidford is a life coach, TEDx speaker, and published author. Her book One Hundred Hearts: Inspiring Stories from the Women Who Lived Them is all about courage and showcases real-life stories of women’s struggle. As a coach, she focuses on research that focuses on courage and its impact on personal and professional growth.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign up for the video workshop here (https://www.menopausemovement.com/workshop) Visit and reach out to Lucy through her website (https://terrysidford.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: One Hundred Hearts: Inspiring Stories from the Women Who Lived Them by Terry Sidford (https://amzn.to/32Zkmk0) Talk Like Ted by Carmine Gallo (https://amzn.to/2PvJ3Bg)
For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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I used to tell myself how much I hated my body.
Ever since I gained weight with my pregnancy, I had trouble loving the body I had.
I was frustrated, disappointed, and frankly, I felt like a failure.
But the fitness industry and social media are constantly showing us their “ideal” body type.
And while the ideal looks beautiful and shiny, we may not appreciate ourselves because we can get stuck in a comparison trap…
Contrary to what you see online, every effort you make is enough!
The road to fitness isn’t about becoming the “ideal,” but it is about starting and being in a place where you let your expectations go to make room for consistency.
In this episode, we welcome fitness trainer Marianna Kane.
We talk about how women can overcome their fear of pain and get back into fitness.
Marianne highlights the issue of perfectionism in the fitness industry and how you can overcome it.
I found that her observations were a lot similar to my own experiences in weight loss.
The advice she gives on how to enjoy fitness and love yourself while making progress is helpful to all of us.
Change your mindset about your body and learn how to start exercising in this episode!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction & Offer [3:57] About Marianne and her shift to fitness [8:17] The mindset you have of your body [10:22] Look at how you talk to yourself [13:04] Pain is a biopsychosocial experience [14:18] People are not happy about the journey because they’re waiting for the end [18:22] Knowing when you’ve done enough [20:52] Start with small habits that are impossible to fail [22:43] Downfalls of following fitness people in social media [24:27] Do a workout that fits your lifestyle [26:14] The best exercise is one that you will do [28:04] Beginners have the advantage of burning fat and gaining muscle at the same time [33:45] Fitness perfectionism [38:53] On the topic of losing baby weight [40:45] Pressure from society, media, and the fitness industry [47:50] The best way to measure progress is not the scale
About the Guest:
Coach Marianne Kane is an ACSM-certified fitness trainer who aims to help women prevent chronic pain through strength training. She got into the world of fitness after being diagnosed with an autoimmune disease called Ankylosing Spondylitis and noticed a fear of pain. Her approach to fitness goes beyond losing weight, and she focuses instead on finding something that feels good, which includes creating a positive mindset and good habits.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign up for the video workshop here (https://www.menopausemovement.com/workshop) Check out Coach Marianne’s website (https://equippedwithstrength.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It by Ethan Kross (https://amzn.to/2R9jIxq) The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Singer (https://amzn.to/3nxCHxL) Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones by James Clear (https://amzn.to/2QHZrzl)
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Regardless of age, it's not too late to unlock the best version of yourself! You are still capable of reaching success on both a professional and personal level.
It doesn’t happen overnight nor by coincidence. Fear is the major reason so many people stay stuck.
Thankfully, you can work your way out of it and move forward with grace and ease through aligning body, mind, and spirit.
We talk about this in today’s episode with Lucy Seligman. Lucy explains the number one thing that keeps people stuck and the ways to help them get unstuck and become the best version of themselves.
We also talk about dealing with chronic pain and how hypnotherapy can help. I also go through a hypnosis with Lucy to help address my frozen shoulder (you definitely have to see that one!) and more.
Watch this episode today and gain amazing insights because you deserve to feel good about yourself!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Offer [2:54] A brief background on who Lucy is and what she does [3:51] Fear is what makes people get stuck [5:19] Helping people get unstuck [7:15] What is hypnotherapy? [10:56] Hypnotherapy as a way to effect change [14:43] It’s easier for our brains to go into the negative [15:38] Dr. G works on a chronic pain issue through hypnotherapy with Lucy [34:59] Suggestion when doing self-hypnosis [37:41] An altered state [38:54] Openness to different wavelengths [40:16] Parts protocol [45:27] Importance of alignment of the body, mind, and spirit [46:15] Guided imagery and visualization [48:37] Manifesting
About the Guest:
Lucy Seligman supports female entrepreneurs over 40 to unlock their best version of themselves. She empowers them to access and trust their inner wisdom and intuition for greater professional and personal success in their lives. The services she offers to her clients go beyond general coaching and hones in on personalized holistic therapies to help them heal mind, body, and spirit.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Visit and reach out to Lucy through her website (https://www.lucyseligman.com/)
Podcast mentioned in this episode: TMM Episode 74: Stress and Anxiety Management for Anyone with Dawn Pensack (https://www.menopausemovement.com/external-struggles/EPS074-stress-and-anxiety-management-for-anyone-with-dawn-pensack)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy (https://amzn.to/2QXLBIQ)
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Have you been feeling a little off lately?
You might be going through menopause and it can be hard to talk about especially when you feel out of sorts during this time. The good news is, you are in a natural process that every woman goes through and there are things you can do to find balance in your life again.
And it doesn't have to be painful or uncomfortable.
Since it's a natural process, temporary fixes like synthetic hormones may help the symptoms for a while but if you've been feeling a little off lately because of hot flashes, mood swings, and poor sleep quality, your brilliant body might be telling you something and it's time to listen to it.
Remember: Some women deal with more symptoms than others. Some women deal with less, while some don't experience any.
As women go through menopause, we experience many changes that can affect our hormones and our body.
We talk about this in more detail in today’s podcast with Dr. Wendy Leigh White, a practicing naturopathic doctor and nutritionist. She shares what the non-diet approach is and why moving towards health is what she advises her clients. Dr. Wendy Leigh also gives tips on getting restful sleep or getting back to sleep when insomnia strikes. We discuss the emotions tied to food and homeostasis.
We believe in living your best life possible, which means feeling good physically, mentally and emotionally. Our goal is for you to have all of these things so you can enjoy your life more fully—the natural way. Tune in to this podcast today because you deserve it!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Offer [4:01] The difference between naturopathy and traditional medicine [11:21] Trust the body’s brilliance [12:42] Move towards health instead [13:57] Behavior change is difficult [15:19] The non-diet approach from a non-diet doctor [18:09] How our emotions are the beacon of our life [18:51] Getting restful sleep or getting back to sleep when insomnia strikes [26:59] Smoking [29:55] Make minimally processed choices [34:01] Mindset hacks [34:20] It all goes back to the mindset [36:18] Emotions tied to food [38:35] Homeostasis [42:42] Menopause doesn’t have to be so disruptive [44:11] The five naturopathic essentials
About the Guest:
Dr. Wendy Leigh White has been a practicing naturopathic doctor and nutritionist since 2008. A “nature cure” approach to prevention and healing empowers her patients to understand their bodies’ interconnected systems and their specific needs and use food as medicine. In this way, they can learn to tune in to their bodies ’ signals. Only then can they know what it needs to heal, to thrive.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sign-up to the video workshop (https://www.menopausemovement.com/workshop) Check out Dr. Wendy Leigh White’s website (https://drwendyleighwhite.com/)
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One of the major causes of MENO-Misery is weight gain. We have surveyed tens of thousands of women about menopause and overwhelmingly, the biggest struggle is menopause weight.
Making the decision to change is the first step. However, taking the action that keeps you going can sometimes be overwhelming and complicated. In fact, we can even quit before we start! I know I have!
Willpower is unreliable and there’s a lot of confusing information about what we should eat and how much exercise we need. And many times our self-esteem and negative self-talk get in the way.
That’s where this guest comes in. Greg Cormier is a behavior change specialist and transformation coach specializing in weight loss for women.
Greg simplifies the weight loss journey, and makes it easy to stick with a program that leads to success, even for women who have tried everything or have never had success in the past.
Many of those Greg works with see changes in their bodies in just a short time, without restrictive diets or counting calories.
During this episode, we discuss how to stay motivated when trying to change our habits, the role community plays in success and why people are so drawn to challenges when it comes to creating successful change in their lives.
Greg also shares real-life examples of women who have found success in a 28-day challenge that he facilitates.
If you feel hopeless about managing your weight - this episode will give you a lifeline. Watch it and gain the inspiration you need to kickstart your weight loss journey now.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction & Offer [3:30] Greg shares his story and what he does [7:40] Best way to get started in losing the weight [12:08] Failure is part of the process [13:59] Quick wins [15:57] Why is a challenge the way to go? [17:09] The importance of the community aspect in success [18:41] 28-day challenge success stories [32:50] Addressing hesitations and doubts regarding the challenge [35:37] Simplicity is key [36:26] Top things to do to get results and find success [38:54] What can women expect from joining the challenge? [40:46] What happens after the 28-day challenge?
About the Guest:
Greg Cormier is a certified Pre & Postnatal Coach, Online Trainer, & Behavior change specialist. He has helped hundreds of women across North America lose weight through online group coaching and 1on1 programs that teach self-acceptance, support, and accountability.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Find out if the 28-day challenge is right for you (https://www.menopausemovement.com/challenge)
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Good nutrition involves good food. Our health and well-being have a lot to do with what we eat, and contrary to what most medical institutions say, fat is not our enemy.
Science and sound research show that it is key to improving our metabolic health leading to a long and healthy life.
I am so excited to share this interview with Dr. Cate Shanahan. Her book, Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food, has been life-changing for me and my students.
When I applied a few simple tweaks based on her recommendations, I started to feel better and more healthy.
In this podcast episode, Dr. Cate Shanahan shares the dangers of seed oils and their history. We also talk about how saturated fat got labeled as ‘bad’.
We also talk about insulin resistance and the role that nutrition plays in migraines.
There is a lot to this episode you shouldn’t miss. Check it out today!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Offer [4:56] Dr. Cate shares her story of deep nutrition and talks about her new book [7:25] Lack of nutritional training in medical school [9:21] Seed oils [14:38] Insulin resistance and the concept behind it [16:52] How saturated fat got a bad name [18:11] Deep nutrition and traditional food [23:35] Burning your body fat, giving your body energy is key to control [24:12] Migraine headaches with aura is an experience of energy deficit [25:11] Study about the good effects of avoiding seed oils and getting healthy fats [26:17] Getting proper education about nutrition [28:05] How medical institutions are not open to understanding proper nutrition [30:54] Dr. Cate shares a story about her uncle [33:26] Vegetable oils and epigenetics [37:12] What led Dr. Cate to do her research on what is a healthy diet [40:35] The four pillars of the human diet [45:22] How to take control of your life nutrition-wise
About the Guest:
Dr. Cate Shanahan is the leading authority on nutrition and human metabolism. A board-certified Family Physician with over 20 years of clinical experience, and NY Times bestselling author of The FatBurn Fix, Deep Nutrition and Food Rules, her expertise is fixing the underlying problems that cause metabolic damage and inflammation, leading to autoimmunity, weight gain, diabetes, cancer, and accelerated aging processes. Her passion is helping people feel their best.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Check out our course you can take in exchange for feedback and a video testimonial and avoid the application here: (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Check out Dr. Cate Shanahan’s website (https://drcate.com/) Follow Dr. Cate Shanahan on the following social media channels: Twitter - https://twitter.com/drcateshanahan Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/DoctorCate/
Books mentioned in this episode: Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food by Catherine Shanahan, M.D. (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3ssyeOK) The Fatburn Fix: Boost Energy, End Hunger, and Lose Weight by Using Body Fat for Fuel by Catherine Shanahan (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3w2EEX4) The Big Fat Surprise: Why Butter, Meat and Cheese Belong in a Healthy Diet by Nina Teicholz (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3rskkKY)
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Weight gain puts most menopausal women in a tight spot. The extra pounds would have been tolerable if shedding them were easy—but it's not. And so sometimes it can be easier to stay in MENO-Misery and feel like a loser when the hard work doesn't pay off. But what exactly is the culprit behind this?
In this podcast episode, I talk with Dr. Avishkar Sabharwal. He shares with us his personal story about obesity and how he was able to conquer it. Dr. Sabharwal explains the cause of obesity and what role medication plays in managing this disease. He also gives practical recommendations for those who want to manage their weight and why you don’t have to starve or deprive yourself to lose those extra pounds.
Check out this episode today!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Offer [3:25] What got Dr. Sabharwal into obesity medicine [10:31] The cause of obesity [12:03] What to do with obesity during menopause [14:15] The role of medication in managing obesity [15:16] Metabolic surgeries [20:09] The fat gene [22:55] General recommendation for those who want to manage weight [24:09] Meal replacements, protein powders [30:45] The role metabolism plays in weight loss [31:31] Eating what you want while losing weight
About the Guest:
Dr. Avishkar Sabharwal, M.D., Dipl. ABOM, Dipl. ABLM has trained in Internal Medicine both in India and the US, and is board certified in Obesity Medicine and Lifestyle Medicine. His focus area has always been lifestyle diseases, especially obesity. His experience in India made him profoundly interested in the effects of nutrition on health and disease. He researched metabolic syndrome, which is often the outcome of obesity, during his MD in India. Dr. Sabharwal is a member of the Obesity Medicine Association and also a member of the Lipid Association of India and has been a speaker at various webinars, highlighting the importance of recognizing obesity and metabolic syndrome in cardiovascular Health. He was also a member of the committee responsible for formulating the Lipid Association of India Expert Consensus Statement on Management of Dyslipidemia in Indians 2020: Part III.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Check out Dr. Avishkar Sabarwal’s website (https://decodingobesity.com/) Listen to Dr. Avishkar Sabarwal’s podcast Decoding Obesity (https://decodingobesity.com/listen/)
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Have you ever felt like you have a calling to do something greater and create an enormous impact with the things you are passionate about? Most of us will answer yes to these questions, but so few respond and take the first step--because exciting as it may seem, these two are always scary: change and the unknown. But how long will you wait and deny yourself the chance to a better and purpose-filled life?
In today’s podcast, I have a fantastic conversation with Kim Walsh Phillips. She is a living testimony that it’s possible to pivot towards what you’re passionate about and even profit from it. Kim shares what she feared if she took the leap and how she ultimately surrendered in the end. We also talk about how our passions are not an accident, what a zone of genius means, and the ultimate shortcut to success.
This conversation is worth listening to. Tune in today!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and opportunity [4:57] How to start a business [6:35] Kim shares her story on how she pivoted to her passion [10:38] The beauty of surrender [12:37] Selling is love [14:24] Big change requires big steps [14:43] Kim’s hindrance to surrender [17:51] Journaling helps track your journey [19:08] Kim shares the other thing she feared most if she pivoted [20:15] Picture the positive more than the negative [22:26] Passion is not an accident [23:32] Defining a zone of genius [25:27] Goal setting [28:14] The purpose and power of social media [31:28] The importance of career change [34:40] Behavior change [36:08] The ultimate shortcut to success [37:45] Whisper to do something new [40:01] You’re created to thrive
About the Guest:
Kim is the founder of Powerful Professionals, a business coaching and education company. She was recently named #475 in the Inc 5000 and is an MBA-free self-made millionaire.
Named “a must to read by those in business” by Forbes Magazine, she is the best-selling author of multiple books, including The Ultimate Guide to Instagram for Business and The No BS Guide To Direct Response Social Media Marketing.
She’s spoken worldwide and coached some of the biggest brands and thought leaders, having worked alongside Tony Robbins, Grant Cardone, Kevin O’Leary, Dr. Nido Quebin, Dan Kennedy, Bill Glazer, and Gary Vaynerchuk.
She resides just outside of Atlanta, GA, with her very tall husband and glitter-obsessed girls and is fueled by faith, love, laughter, and lots and lots (and lots) of coffee.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Join in on the beta course (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Visit Kim Walsh Phillips’ website (https://powerfulprofessionals.com/) Check out the 10x Your Fans Challenge (https://xc971.isrefer.com/go/10x/drmg/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert (Paid link: https://amzn.to/30yC4t9)
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We all want to grow and flourish, but more often than not, life happens and before we know it, we are living inside of setbacks. These setbacks to achieving our goals sometimes occur due to unmet needs and a traumatic past.
That wounding can have a significant impact on us, and when those wounds go unaddressed, we may feel like life just wants to bring us down and even unsafe in our bodies. However, there is a solution, and it is not too late to live your best life yet!
In today’s podcast episode, I welcome back Deirdre Fay. We talk about what becoming safely embodied means. She explains how we can start listening to ourselves, understanding shame, and how we can feel alive all the time, especially for those who are going through therapy. We also discuss the seven foundational attachment needs and their importance, including some practical tips to help when we’re triggered.
Check out this episode today!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and opportunity [2:51] Deirdre Fay talks about her book [3:08] What does it mean to become safely embodied? [6:17] What are emotions for? [8:04] How to listen to yourself [11:18] What causes difficulty in healing and recognizing trauma? [14:51] Reasons we experience shame [15:39] 7 foundational attachment needs [19:44] The lens we see and perceive the world with [21:19] Understanding triggers [23:59] Practical tips to help when your parents trigger you [28:06] The role of practice in success [28:42] The soothing rhythm breath [29:57] The 17-second cycle [33:00] Working on triggers, trauma, pains between therapy [36:32] How to feel alive all the time (not just during therapy) [41:32] Skills to do daily to get better faster [43:40] Deirdre shares final takeaways
About the Guest:
Deirdre Fay works with people who have crummy histories to develop an inner platform for success to get their needs met for life. With decades of experience as a psychotherapist and educator, Deirdre brings together modern neurobiology and ancient wisdom into a practice of what she calls “becoming safely embodied.” She also wrote the book Becoming Safely Embodied: A Guide to Organize Your Mind, Body and Heart to Feel Secure in the World.
Deidre’s message resonates deeply with those who may look successful on the surface, but internally they may be plagued with shame, anxiety, distress, depression, and they’re wondering why they’re stuck in these repeating patterns. Experts in the field have described her practical methods as a “radically positive approach to healing trauma” and a way for people to “get better faster.”
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Join in on the beta course (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Visit Deirdre Fay’s website (https://dfay.com/) Reach out to Deirdre Fay through email (dfay@dfay.com) You can also follow Deirdre Fay on her social media channels:
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/healingattachment Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dfaypics LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/dfay Twitter: https://twitter.com/defay
Books mentioned in this episode: Becoming Safely Embodied: A Guide to Organize Your Mind, Body and Heart to Feel Secure in the World (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2O2Wzf4) The Body Keeps the Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3c3TpQb)
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Health is wealth! Cliché as it may sound, we all know this to be a reality. Today we’re talking about the best supplements for menopause and how to get the most bang for your buck.
In this podcast episode, we continue our series on supplements with pharmacist Dr. Sharzard Green. She is a frequent guest and always drops the knowledge bombs we need to thrive. Today, we delve deep into the eight types of B vitamins and their functions. She also shares the supplements that most menopausal women look for and use and explains what it does to the body and how it helps women going through menopause. We also talk about DHEA and CoQ10.
This informative episode is something you shouldn’t miss. Tune in today!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Opportunity [3:28] The eight types of B vitamins [16:41] Supplements that menopausal women usually look for and use [33:43] Where to get reliable supplements [34:47] DHEA [39:18] CoQ10 (Coenzyme Q10)
About the Guest:
Sharzad Green is a well-acknowledged figure in the industry. With over 20 years of pharmaceutical and healthcare experience, she has helped more than 15,000 people overcome various health problems. She is passionate about women's physical and mental health, integrative medicine, and finding the best solutions for people’s health issues every day. She is the creator of FabuVag, a vaginal moisturizer that helps erase the feeling of dryness that most women feel when undergoing menopause.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Listen to the previous podcasts with Dr. Green Episode 13: Hormone Consultations: What Do Your Hormones Tell You About Your Body? Episode 31: Hormones After Menopause with Dr. Sharzad Green Episode 36: Supplementation to Ease Menopause Symptoms With Dr. Sharzad Green Episode 39: Ways To Boost Your Immune System During This Pandemic With Dr. Sharzad Green Episode 80: Supplements for Menopause - Part 2 Episode 84: Adrenal Fatigue Full script (https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/drsgreenrx) Visit Dr. Green’s website (https://www.fabuvag.com/) Reach out to Dr. Green through email (drsgreenrx@outlook.com)
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Many menopausal women may feel like no one understands them, and they have to tread this phase of life alone, confused, and always in want of feeling better. The physical symptoms can be quite debilitating, and the emotional turmoil within doesn’t help either. But, it doesn’t have to be that way, not ever, because you deserve better. You deserve to be in a community, to feel good, and to reclaim the opportunity that this new phase offers.
In this week’s podcast episode, I talk to one of our MENO-Mates, Tammy LeMesurier. Tammy shares what made her join The Menopause Movement and how being in a community helped her. She also talks about the intangible improvements in her life upon entering the program, encouraging other women to invest in themselves, for they deserve better.
Tune in to this episode today.
Discussion Points:
[0:00] How Tammy got in as a MENO-Mate [1:35] The MENO-Mate way of eating [3:56] Tammy’s biggest skepticism about joining [7:13] The community aspect of The Menopause Movement [9:27] Tammy’s ‘aha’ moment [11:14] Other changes Tammy noticed in her life because of joining [14:31] Self-acceptance is Tammy’s biggest change [15:34] Toxic positivity [16:02] Dealing with grief [18:23] Tammy testifies that life got better [20:19] Tammy encourages those who are on the fence [23:11] Suffering reduced, energy increased [25:03] Tammy’s work as a death doula [29:17] Death is a difficult conversation [29:47] Preparedness helps with grief [31:40] Why Tammy loves the The Menopause Movement [35:39] Visualization [38:21] Chronic pain [41:47] Being okay with where you are right now
About the Guest:
Tammy LeMesurier is a regional executive chef and a nutritionist. She is a mother to two, and after the deaths of her grandson and her best friend, she became a death doula. She helps people deal with death, prepare for it, and ease conversations around it. Tammy is one of our MENO-Mates who has seen significant improvement in her life after joining the MENO System.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Visit Tammy’s Facebook page to inquire about her services (https://www.facebook.com/goodchewsnutrition/)
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Parents or grandparents who have children in the spectrum under their care may find it difficult to relate and address the needs of their special kids. This can result in frustration and hurts relationships. We all want to become better parents, but to do so, we need to slowly transition from what we’re used to, to what works.
In our episode today, I welcome my guest, Chris Reavis. He is the proud parent of an autistic child. He shares what conventional parenting is and why it does not serve the needs of children in the spectrum. Chris also advises on how you can get your children to listen to you most of the time. We also discuss the importance of empathy and how safety is crucial for kids.
Tune in to this episode today!
Discussion Points:
[0:00] Introduction and Opportunity
[3:53] Chris shares his story
[5:42] Conventional parenting
[7:15] Dr. G shares her parenting story
[9:19] What to expect with children who have autism or ADHD
[11:38] Safety is crucial for kids
[12:10] Showing and expressing empathy
[13:53] Dealing with parents who are struggling with their children
[16:12] Help children find things that light them up
[17:55] How to get your kids to listen to you every time
[20:43] 1st step to resolving chaos in the home with kids
[22:15] Understanding that beliefs shape reality
[24:20] Addressing the challenge of kids who are non-communicative
[25:10] The RAD protocol
[28:51] Spinning toys and what activities to do
[31:32] Children’s age and capabilities
About the Guest:
Chris Reavis is the proud parent of an autistic child. He is the founder of You From Home, where he helps parents of high-functioning autistic kids put the pieces together and live a rad life. He also has an elite Harvard certification in parent coaching (based on decades of brain science). Chris lives in the Pacific Northwest with his two kids, wife, and wonder dog, Penelope.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.menopausemovement.com/blog) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Visit Chris’s website (https://www.youfromhome.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Changeable: How Collaborative Problem Solving Changes Lives at Home, at School, and at Work (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3tQFoxm)
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Any woman who gets to live a long life will experience menopause and possibly all the disruptions that come with it. However, some women will go through menopause (and possibly before) with more pronounced symptoms than others due to ADHD. This may seem surprising since ADHD is a common diagnosis in children, not adults. Further, the diagnosis is more often associated with male gender. If you feel like the disruption is just too much to bear, this information may be what you need to manage your symptoms effectively and navigate this phase of life without having to feel like you’re broken and alone.
In today’s podcast episode, I welcome Diann Wingert. Diann is a psychotherapist with over 20 years of experience and is also a coach who helps driven but distracted women who are audacious enough to start their own business at midlife and beyond. We discuss how ADHD is the underlying core problem for anxiety and depression and the common misconceptions around ADHD and midlife. She discusses the gender bias in identifying ADHD and what a woman who thinks she has ADHD can do now.
Tune in to this episode and learn more about what ADHD is in midlife and menopause.
Discussion Points:
0:00 Introduction and Opportunity 3:06 Dian shares her story 5:50 ADHD as the underlying core problem for anxiety and depression 6:06 Gender bias in the identification of ADHD 9:25 Menopause and identity crisis 15:25 Common misunderstandings of ADHD and midlife 21:07 Menopause makes you pay attention 23:37 Recommit, reinvent, or reject 25:15 Radical self-acceptance 26:19 Neurotypical and neurodivergent 29:05 Dr. G shares how she created the life that aligns with who she is 32:52 Rejection sensitivity and its effects 41:33 What a woman can do if she thinks she has ADHD 41:54 ADHD and ADD
About the Guest:
Diann Wingert had been a psychotherapist for over 20 years, who, like most clinicians, knew little about ADHD in girls and women. It was only after her midlife diagnosis of ADHD that Diann learned that the fastest-growing group of adults being diagnosed with this condition are women over 40 and that menopause has a lot to do with it.
Now in her 6th decade, Diann is continuing to learn, evolve, and defy her limits while helping others do the same. She has a particular fondness for coaching driven but distracted women who are audacious enough to start their own business at midlife and beyond.
Diann’s website is www.diannwingertcoaching.com, and her podcast is The Driven Woman on Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, Amazon Music, Stitcher, Spotify, and all popular platforms.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) The Driven Woman Podcast (https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/podcast) Visit Diann Winger’s website (https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/) Like and follow Diann on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/diannwingertcoaching/) Follow Diann on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/coachdiannwingert/) Check out Diann’s LinkedIn profile (https://www.linkedin.com/in/diannwingertcoaching/) 6 Steps to ADHD Mastery (https://www.diannwingertcoaching.com/6-steps) ADHD for Smart Ass Women Podcast (https://www.tracyotsuka.com/podcast)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Confidence Gap: A Guide to Overcoming Fear and Self-Doubt (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3jhP8Ma) Delivered from Distraction: Getting the Most out of Life with Attention Deficit Disorder (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3oUfpRL)
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Headaches can be a fact of life during menopause. The pain can sometimes get quite debilitating and we search for a solution--any solution to relieve it. The problem with any quick fix is that while it can provide temporary relief, it rarely addresses the root cause of the suffering. However, when we truly take the time to tune in to our bodies, we may find that these kinds of pains are the body’s signal that it needs and wants something from us.
This is a return visit to the podcast for my guest Dr. Michelle Veneziano. She was also a guest in our 79th episode The Healing Power of the Tongue. I highly suggest that you tune in to that episode first if you haven’t heard it yet as the things we discuss here are related to that one. We covered a lot of things in this podcast like the reason there is suffering and why it’s important to listen to our bodies when it is going through pain. It also gets even more interesting as we discuss the reason behind developing a spiritual practice to get our bodies into a rhythm. She also shares the role that magnesium and water play in headaches.
Listen to this episode today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
0:00 Introduction and Opportunity
4:53 Osteopathic medicine vs. Allopathic medicine
7:54 Menopause is an essential shift in life
9:36 What most women are missing out during menopause
12:47 Dr. Veneziano’s recommendations for headaches
17:13 The role of the tongue in moving the cranium sacrum yourself
18:56 What spiritual practice does in getting the body into a rhythm
19:27 Entrainment experience
20:31 Why there is suffering
21:41 Stepping back to become an observer
24:10 The power of gratitude
24:55 Seeking the help of a craniosacral osteopath
26:56 Pain tells us that our body needs something
27:52 Connecting and following the heart
28:08 How to connect to the heart
29:53 Find the good in your life
32:55 Starting a mindfulness practice
34:28 Training ourselves to feel
35:32 Continuum movement
38:16 Menopause is a time of rediscovery
43:20 The role of water and magnesium in headaches
48:34 Benefits of hydration
50:12 1 tip to help those who are suffering from migraines
About the Guest:
Michelle Veneziano is a family physician and clinical professor who specializes in non-surgical orthopedics. She believes in hands-on and consciousness practices or activities to help strengthen the body’s core, returning the balance and wellbeing of an individual. She aims to help different people overcome and prevent health struggles through methods that promote ease and enjoyment.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Michelle Veneziano Website (https://www.michellevenezianodo.net/) and Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/michellevenezianodo/) Listen to our previous podcast episodes TMM 79 - The Healing Power of the Tongue with Dr. Michelle Veneziano (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-79-the-healing-power-of-the-tongue/) TMM 014 - Connecting Magnesium and Osteoporosis with Kristen Bowen (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-014-hormone-consultations-connecting-magnesium-and-osteoporosis-with-kristen-bowen/) Listen to Gerald Pollock’s ‘The Fourth Phase of Water’ (https://youtu.be/i-T7tCMUDXU)
Books mentioned in this episode: The HeartMath Solution: The Institute of HeartMath's Revolutionary Program for Engaging the Power of the Heart's Intelligence by Howard Martin and Lew Childre (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3peMedj) Engaging the Movement of Life: Exploring Health and Embodiment Through Osteopathy and Continuum by Bonnie Gintis (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3a8vaz8) Quench: Beat Fatigue, Drop Weight, and Heal Your Body Through the New Science of Optimum Hydration by Gina Bria and Dana Cohen (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2YcmVwG)
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Many people want to start a business--especially when you start to think about the freedom, fulfillment, and even the financial rewards that come with it. But while it’s easy to daydream about what it would look like to acquire those things, the reality is that most of us don’t even know where to even begin.
In today's episode, I welcome Ryan Levesque, the CEO of The ASK Method® Company and one of the industry's highly-regarded personalities. He is a best-selling author of books on entrepreneurship like Choose which you’ll have access to through a link I shared in the resources section. Ryan talks about the four kinds of entrepreneurs and gladly shares the steps he took in starting a business and what he learned from it. He also explains why entrepreneurs should not focus all their energy on perfecting everything.
Tune in to this episode and start your entrepreneurial journey today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
0:00 Introduction and Opportunity 4:32 The most important question to ask yourself 7:03 First steps to get started with your business 9:05 Deciding what your non-negotiables are 9:25 The four types of entrepreneurs 17:22 Ryan’s analogy on starting a business 18:57 What is a shadow side 20:57 Looking at the life pyramid 21:32 The value of the ripple effect 23:16 Excelling in the five Fs of your life 25:05 Other aspects of the shadow side 28:16 How Ryan uncovered the different types of entrepreneurs 32:33 Why detaching yourself from the outcome and focusing on the process matters 33:32 Obstacles you face in the early stages of your career and overcoming it 34:39 Getting it going instead of aiming for perfection 37:53 It’s either you earn or learn 39:25 Getting a coach 40:30 Pioneers and settlers in business 43:20 Honoring and banking on your ideas 44:19 Recognizing imposters syndrome 48:42 Ryan’s growth, journey, and takeaways 52:50 Choosing progress rather than perfection
About the Guest:
Ryan Levesque is an accomplished entrepreneur and best-selling author. He started his journey by establishing practice businesses and now has his own enterprise, The ASK Method® Company. Ryan was featured in different publications such as USA Today, Forbes, Harvard Business Review, and Entrepreneur for his entrepreneurial work over the years. Currently, he has over 250,000 entrepreneur subscribers eager to read his business advice.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Business Type to Start Quiz (https://choosequiz.com/quiz-6-2/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Choose: The Single Most Important Decision Before Starting Your Business by Ryan Levesque (Use this link: https://cu262.isrefer.com/go/choose/Shelfster/) Ask: The Counterintuitive Online Formula to Discover Exactly What Your Customers Want to Buy...Create a Mass of Raving Fans...and Take Any Business to the Next Level by Ryan Levesque (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3psRlGR) Flow: The Psychology of Optimal Experience by Mihaly Csikszentmihalyi (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3iUPGHI) Big Magic: Creative Living Beyond Fear by Elizabeth Gilbert (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2Yl2I7N)
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You’ll never understand just how disruptive menopause is until you experience it yourself. It’s a totally different phase in life that sometimes you feel like there’s no getting out of it. Menopause, however, is not just about disruption but also a time of opportunity and reinvention. Experiencing the reward of reinvention, however, takes conscious work and effort—or even a series of trial and errors. The good thing is that you don’t have to go through all of it alone! Support and help is available.
In this week’s podcast episode, I talk to Andrea Donsky, a registered holistic nutritionist with over 20 years of experience. She shares her menopause experience and how she navigated through it to gain back control of her life. We also discuss the opportunity that menopause offers. She shares tips on getting rid of the dreaded meno-belly and how to take care of your well-being.
Listen to this episode to get the inspiration and encouragement you need to gain control of your life during menopause.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
0:00 Offer and Introduction 4:21 The need for women to support women 5:49 Developing awareness of the beliefs that drive our behaviour 6:10 A brief overview of what Andrea does 7:23 Menopause is not just a time of disruption 8:34 Andrea shares her biggest menopause struggle 10:19 The importance of frank communication 10:58 The reason menopause is so disruptive 12:00 How Andrea addressed her menopausal symptoms 14:12 What prompted Andrea to start her own business 16:04The importance and hardships of women partnerships 18:03 Train men and boys to treat women as equals 20:24 Teach girls and women to appreciate other women 23:33 Minimizing and letting go of drama 25:10 Experiencing betrayal and dealing with it 28:19 Reframing failure 30:00 Andrea’s business 34:05 How beliefs are imperative to achieving what we want 39:21 What is unjunking your junk food 41:21 Look at the food you put into your bodies 42:57 Getting rid of that meno-belly 48:20 Taking care of yourself
About the Guest:
Andrea Donsky is a registered holistic nutritionist with over 20 years experience. Her passion in what she does has earned her multiple awards. She co-authored numerous books like Unjunk Your Junk Food, Label Lessons: Your Guide to a Healthy Shopping Cart, and Label Lessons: Unjunk Your Kid’s Lunch Box. Aside from that she also co-hosts a podcast and appears as a Healthy Living Expert on TV and radio.
Andrea founded NaturallySavvy.com an award winning website providing a safe and reliable environment to check out the latest news on healthy living. Just recently she opened her newest business venture Morphus, where fellow ‘pausers’ or menopausal women can learn from experts and support each other as they transition into their second act in life.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Visit Naturally Savvy (https://naturallysavvy.com/) Join We Are Morphus Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/wearemorphus/) Check out Morphus for Menopause on Apple Podcasts (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/morphus-for-menopause-menopause-reimagined/id1541865659) Listen to Andrea’s interview with Dr. G on Morphus for Menopause (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/episode-31-improving-menopause-symptoms/id1541865659?i=1000502725087) Follow Andrea on Instagram (@andreadonsky) The Hindsight Window: Master Your State Of Being by Eric Edmeades (https://youtu.be/cD16oT4tqVs)
Books mentioned in this episode: Deep Nutrition by Cate Shanahan (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3p7Q0oE) Unjunk Your Junk Food by Andrea Donsky and Randy Bayer with Lisa Tsakos (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2MdRlM3)
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Are you having a hard time sleeping? Are you experiencing sudden weight gain? Do you feel like you are always out of energy that you can’t seem to manage putting one foot after the other? You consulted many doctors and went through numerous therapies but you’re still not seeing any improvements to your well-being. While the above symptoms are similar to menopause there’s a need to dig deep and check whether you’re also experiencing adrenal fatigue due to continued chronic stress.
In this week’s podcast episode, Dr. Sharzad Green joins me again to talk about adrenal fatigue. While we have talked about this in passing with my other podcasts with her, I find it important to address it in more detail today. We talk about what adrenal fatigue is and how stress contributes largely to it. We also discuss the difference between adrenal fatigue and adrenal insufficiency. We also tackle the importance of a lifestyle change and the steps to take in order to treat adrenal fatigue symptoms effectively.
There’s a wealth of information you can get from listening to this episode, so tune in now.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
0:00 Introduction 3:49 What is adrenal fatigue? 5:36 Factors that contribute to adrenal fatigue 8:19 Adrenal fatigue syndrome 9:04 Difference of menopause and adrenal fatigue 11:19 Dr. Green shares a case she dealt with 13:35 Adrenal fatigue syndrome vs. adrenal insufficiency 15:31 History of adrenal fatigue 19:51 The link between insulin resistance and adrenal fatigue 20:17 Steps to treating adrenal fatigue 23:24 Supplements alone won’t treat adrenal fatigue 24:27 Pay attention to what your body and surroundings tells you 26:45 The importance of talking to a medical expert 29:33 Next steps to take 31:05 Lifestyle change is crucial to address adrenal fatigue 34:29 Supplements for adrenal fatigue 38:36 Menopause and adrenal fatigue go hand-in-hand 37:18 Checking for improvements in your symptoms 41:18 Episode takeaways
About the Guest:
Sharzad Green is a well-acknowledged figure in the industry. With over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical and healthcare, she has helped more than 15,000 people overcome various health problems. She is passionate about women's physical and mental health, integrative medicine, and finding the best solutions for the health issues faced by people every day. She is the creator of FabuVag, a vaginal moisturizer that helps erase the dryness women feel when undergoing menopause.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Sharzad Green Website (https://www.fabuvag.com/) Reach out to Dr. Green through email (drsgreenrx@outlook.com) Listen to our previous podcasts with Dr. Sharzad Green
https://www.drmichellegordon.com/supplementation-for-menopause-part-1-with-dr-sharzad-green/ https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-039-how-to-boost-your-immune-system-with-dr-sharzad-green/ https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-80-supplements-for-menopause-part-2/
Books mentioned in this episode: Adrenal fatigue the 21st century stress syndrome by Dr. James Wilson (Paid link: https://amzn.to/39IxHAa)
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Menopause is downright disruptive. Many women experience joint pains, hot flashes, muscle cramps, and in some occasions, arthritis and even autoimmune disorders for the first time in midlife and menopause. While menopause is the privilege of a long life, there are some challenges. And knowing how to address these challenges in a holistic and healthy way will make it much smoother sailing.
In today’s episode, I welcome Kelly Nentwich, a certified life coach and speaker. Kelly, like me, focuses on helping menopausal women fight through the challenges brought by the disruption of menopause. In this episode, we talk about the ways to fight autoimmune disorders, why managing what we eat affects our overall health, and the simple steps towards personal change and creating a quality life. Kelly also shares her personal experience with celiac disease, rheumatoid arthritis, and how she overcame it.
So, tune in now and discover how you can heal from diseases and improve your life for the better.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
0:00 Introduction 4:35 Kelly’s menopausal journey 5:47 Management of diseases instead of healthcare 10:43 How genetics affected her family 13:31 What is celiac disease 15:42 Changes brought by celiac disease 17:30 What we put in our mouths affect our gene expression 22:28 Discovering the benefits of whole foods 25:53 Starting with nutrition and moving towards healthier activities 30:54 The first step to better health 34:03 Overwhelm is a state of mind 36:31 Feeling good takes out the bad emotions and habits 38:33 Improve your relationship with food 40:16 Acknowledging how harmful habits destroy your body 43:33 Tips to help you stop smoking 46:43 Kelly’s takeaways
About the Guest:
Kelly Nentwich is a menopause lifestyle coach, entrepreneur, and speaker. Her personal challenges motivated her to help other women overcome the disruptions of menopause. With years of professional experience, Kelly helped many women find balance in their lives, lose weight, avoid chronic diseases, and be healthier. She is passionate and willing to guide women during the interruption of menopause.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Kelly Nentwich Website (https://www.prep4health.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food by Catherine Shanahan M.D. (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3nx94LH)
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Anxiety is a very disruptive condition and can increase during menopause. Dealing with bouts of overwhelm, depression, apprehension is difficult and it sometimes feels like there’s no way out, but one’s battle with anxiety doesn’t mean that it’s the end, there is a way to overcome it.
In today’s episode, Vikki Yaffe—an established time-hacking and life coach—joins me as we unravel the ways to triumph over anxiety and procrastination issues. She and I discuss the roots of anxiety, effective tips to calm the nerves, and why procrastination and anxiety are linked to one another and how it is part of a vicious cycle. Vikki also talks about the importance of not measuring your worth by your productivity at work or at home.
So, tune in to this episode now and discover how you can deal with anxiety and procrastination to become more successful overtime.
What’s Discussed in This Episode:
01:57 What is anxiety 04:29 The link between anxiety and procrastination 06:26 Techniques to calm anxiety and other overwhelming emotions 08:27 Identifying and interpreting the things that make you anxious 09:14 Reminding yourself that you can survive any situation 11:01 The connection of anxiety and feeling overwhelmed 12:38 Motivation comes from success 16:54 How to manage bringing the mind to commit to changes or modifications 20:02 Placing meaning to neutral aspects in life bring anxiety 23:43 Everyone has the choice to make a change 26:21 Taking the smallest step to be motivated 27:20 The habit of time on and time off 28:54 Your productivity does not define you 29:35 Resting is essential for your well-being 32:55 Setting goals for growth and not success 35:55 Building failure tolerance for yourself 38:09 Retraining the brain to think differently 39:22 The perks of being unrealistic 42:03 Attaching intention to your goals 43:02 Working on ambition and understanding emotions attached to it 45:26 Imposter syndrome and dealing with it
About the Guest:
Vikki Yaffe is a professional anxiety and procrastination coach. She has been helping different individuals manage their anxiety and procrastination issues for the past few years. Vikki also helps her client overcome doubts about their capabilities and skills, whether in the workplace or at home. She aims to encourage everyone to be consistent in getting things done.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Vikki Yaffe Website (https://vikkilouise.com/) and Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/vikkilouise___) Vikki’s Podcast (https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/f-ck-anxiety-get-sh-t-done/id1455953384)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Power of Now: A Guide to Spiritual Enlightenment by Eckhart Tolle (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2LmJ5ZI) The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image by Leonard Shlain (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2MopicX) Disrupt You!: Master Personal Transformation, Seize Opportunity, and Thrive in the Era of Endless Innovation by Jay Samit (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3ogNsUZ)
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Have you ever lost your keys, grocery list, or forgotten a phone number?. It happens to all of us and primarily when we are preoccupied. However, if you find it a recurring theme in your everyday life, disrupting you from doing the things you usually do and is troubling or concerning you, it is really helpful to get evaluated to see whether it’s dementia or if it’s just a brain fog issue.
In today’s episode, I’m joined by Rena Yudkowsky, a well-known memory coach and geriatric social worker in the field with more than twenty years of experience. She is an expert in memory functions and processes. We discuss the importance of sleep for your health, why exercising has great benefits for your brain, and the difference between brain fog and dementia. Rena also gives tips on how to overcome brain fog and other important notes.
Tune in to this episode and learn how to keep your memory sharp!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Rena’s background and professional experience [02:40] Role of hormones in memory [05:00] Why sleep matters for everyone [07:58] What sleep does for the brain [08:21] Exercising to maintain the sharpness of the brain [09:23] How to find balance in strengthening the body and mind [13:04] Opportunities of retirement [13:53] What is the memory hormone [15:13] Sally’s story [18:48] Why lifestyle modification positively affects people [19:58] Helping someone who is suffering from a cognitive problem [21:39] Advice for people caring for loved ones with cognitive impairment [22:55] What can you do if you have brain fog [25:49] Stop multitasking and be more mindful [26:23] Use your senses to encode a memory [30:50] Not doing things automatically [32:47] Behavior change is hard but not impossible [33:48] The difference between normal and abnormal memory loss or function [35:23] You can fight your genes [38:53] Importance of self talk and not beating yourself down [40:43] Reaching out to people who have memory loss or cognitive impairment [41:52]
About the Guest:
Rena Yudkowsky is a memory coach and geriatric social worker. With over twenty years of professional experience, Rena has helped many individuals—particularly seniors and midlifers—overcome struggles with memory functions. She is the founder of Memory Matters, a course and group that helps improve the memory processes of different people. She aims to encourage people aged fifty years and older that they can age beautifully, both in the physical and cognitive state.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (menopausemovement.com/hormones) Rena Yudkowsky Website (https://renayudkowsky.com/) and Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/groups/944333765906584/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Thrive: The Third Metric to Redefining Success and Creating a Life of Well-Being, Wisdom, and Wonder by Arianna Huffington (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2Wv9Spj) The Brain Warrior's Way: Ignite Your Energy and Focus, Attack Illness and Aging, Transform Pain into Purpose by Daniel Amen and Tana Amen (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3hicFMd) What You Must Know About Memory Loss and How You Can Stop It: A Guide to Proven Techniques and Supplements to Maintain, Strengthen, or Regain Memory by Pamela Wartian Smith (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2WyaxGn) Younger Next Year: Live Strong, Fit, and Sexy - Until You're 80 and Beyond by Chris Crowley (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2WxCYUP) Deep Nutrition: Why Your Genes Need Traditional Food by Catherine Shanahan, M.D. (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2KJNiq2) The Power of Habit: Why We Do What We Do in Life and Business by Charles Duhigg (Paid link: https://amzn.to/37yFLn3) The End of Alzheimer's: The First Program to Prevent and Reverse Cognitive Decline by Dale Bredesen (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3nCO4nF)
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What supplements are best for the menopausal woman? How can we best support ourselves? With all the supplements presented in the market right now, which one should we choose?
In today’s episode, I welcome back Dr. Sharzad Green, as we continue with our series on Supplements for Menopause. Dr. Green and I discuss why creating a criteria when choosing supplements is essential, how probiotics help the body, the benefits of vitamin D, and so much more. Dr. Green also shares her insights backed with credible sources on why these supplements help your body.
So, join us today and learn the supplements that will strengthen your body!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Choosing an excellent fish oil or omega fatty acids [02:27] Focusing on EPA and DHA [02:53] The importance of following the recommended dosage [03:55] Upper limit of taking fish oil [07:47] Checking the toxicity and verifying the given data [09:18] Fish oil as an anti-inflammatory agent [12:58] The advantages and drawbacks of vitamin D to the body [13:24] What happens when you take too much vitamin D [15:13] The benefits of vitamin D [16:10] The form to take that fits your body or diet [19:48] How to determine a good source of supplements [21:00] Curcumin—an extract from turmeric—as a supplement [23:09] Magnesium and its benefits [28:49] Red cell magnesium [29:15] Magnesium orotate vs. magnesium glycinate [30:08] Magnesium helps lessen migraines [32:14] Learning probiotics [35:08] Criteria of a good probiotic [35:32] Advantages of probiotics for the body [36:19] Gut is related to the brain [37:02] Good for vaginal health [40:39]
About the Guest:
Sharzad Green is a well-acknowledged figure in the industry. With over 20 years of experience in pharmaceutical and healthcare, she has helped more than 15,000 people overcome various health problems. She is passionate about women's physical and mental health, integrative medicine, and finding the best solutions for the health issues faced by people every day. She is the creator of FabuVag, a vaginal moisturizer that helps erase the dryness women feel when undergoing menopause.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (menopausemovement.com/hormones) Gaia Herbs Website (https://www.gaiaherbs.com/) Sharzad Green Website (https://www.fabuvag.com/) Reach out to Dr. Green through email (drsgreenrx@outlook.com) Fullscript Website (https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/drsgreenrx) UltraFlora Control by Metagenics (https://www.metagenics.com/ultraflora-control) For Metagenics, use Dr. Green's practitioner code: Sharzad Green, Pharm.D. 602-345-1473 Listen to our previous podcasts with Dr. Sharzad Green https://www.drmichellegordon.com/supplementation-for-menopause-part-1-with-dr-sharzad-green/ https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-039-how-to-boost-your-immune-system-with-dr-sharzad-green/
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The human body is fascinating, unique, and powerful. The tongue, for instance, although a small part of the body, when in its correct, default position, has the power to heal and improve our overall health. Mind-blowing right? This isn’t usually discussed even in the field of medicine but is a sure and safe path towards wellness.
In today's episode, I welcome an old colleague of mine, Dr. Michelle Veneziano. She and I went to medical school together. She specializes in osteopathic manipulative therapy after medical school and is a leader in the field. During this episode, we talk about the importance of breathing through the nose instead of the mouth, the tongue’s ability to heal our bodies and improve our health, how it helps us control anxiety, and a lot more.
So, join us in this episode as we uncover the healing powers of the tongue.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Michelle’s introduction and background [03:33] The osteopathic philosophy [06:06] What is osteopathic manipulation [08:25] How the tongue affects function and form [09:36] Releasing tension from the tongue allows the body to rest [10:39] Why breathing through your nose helps the body [11:35] How keeping the mouth shut makes a difference [14:24] Breastfeeding trains the tongue to rest on the roof of the mouth [18:43] Exercise to help open airways [22:04] The Mewing Technique [23:43] How the tongue affects facial proportions [25:15] What is cranial osteopathy [26:32] Work of a functional orthopedist [29:45] Electrical currents and yoga [31:04] The relationship between tongue and braces [35:47] Controlling your anxiety by getting the tongue in the proper position [38:08] Importance of hydration [41:38] Why the electrical body should synchronize with the mechanical ability to cycle [44:42] Resting and health is our natural state [45:56] Systems for healthier bodies are not compatible with dominant culture [46:46] The dangers of being in a state of stress [48:45] What happens when you workout your masseter muscle [51:02] Where to find cranial osteopathy specialists [52:17] Michelle’s takeaways and exercise tips [54:21]
About the Guest:
Michelle Veneziano is a family physician and clinical professor who specializes in non-surgical orthopedics. She believes in hands-on and consciousness practices or activities to help strengthen the body’s core, returning the balance and wellbeing of an individual. She aims to help different people overcome and prevent health struggles through methods that promote ease and enjoyment.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Michelle Veneziano Website (https://www.michellevenezianodo.net/) and Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/michellevenezianodo/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor (Paid link: https://amzn.to/37BlFYk) Close Your Mouth: Buteyko Clinic Handbook for Perfect Health by Patrick McKeown (Paid link: https://amzn.to/33OnKif) Becoming Supernatural: How Common People are Doing the Uncommon by Joe Dispenza (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3qAGPP0)
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The subconscious mind or that inner critic that we usually identify as that voice inside our head is actually more than that. The reality is it plays a huge role in the way we live and how we identify ourselves. If you are looking to change anything in your life, understanding the subconscious mind is key. Menopause is a time of transition and change and it is the perfect time to look at the beliefs that are driving our behaviors.
In today’s episode, we are joined by Lynn Louise Larson, a leader in subconscious reprogramming. We take up how reprogramming your subconscious is possible and the reprogramming process, the importance of addressing your past experiences, and why happiness should not be based on the outcomes. Lynn and I also discuss dealing with trauma and how self-awareness is beneficial.
Join us today as we delve into the subconscious mind and learn more about it. Tune in now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: What is subconscious programming and what happens [03:52] How to help someone reprogram their subconscious [05:52] The importance of learning the person’s stories [06:52] Addressing beliefs and shifting perspectives [08:13] Your state of mind matters [10:48] Defining mantra and its effectiveness [12:14] What happens to individuals dealing with trauma [15:32] Self-acceptance instead of punishment [16:21] Basing your happiness in the inside and not the outcome [18:35] How to do subconscious reprogramming [19:39] Knowing and using hypnosis as a tool [20:03] Validating emotional attachment linked to past experiences [23:22] Reinforcing that you survived that trauma [25:23] Creating new neural pathways for healing and awareness [27:03] Hypnosis to access past life regression [29:12] Collective consciousness is bigger than us [30:57] Menopause is like a rebirth [32:05] Lynn’s menopause journey [32:44] Lynn’s accident and her internal motivation [35:15] How to get out of autopilot [37:32] Stepping into awareness and hope [38:01] Gratitude is the precursor to joy [39:09] Self-inspection helps put yourself in a perspective [40:50] We are more than just our physical bodies [42:16] Lynn shares final takeaways of this episode [45:06] You can overcome and heal from anything [49:50]
About the Guest:
With over two decades of professional experience, Lynn Louise Larson is the leader of subconscious reprogramming through fitness, ancient healing, and fitness. Currently, Lynn is on a mission to help women overcome traumatic experiences and step into their better selves. She is an expert in aromatherapy, reflexology, hypnosis, and ancient healing arts.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Lynn Louise Larson Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/thecosmicvalkyrie/) Website (https://www.thecosmicvalkyrie.com/) Lefkoe Method (https://www.mortylefkoe.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2VDExAj) Regression to Times and Places (Meditation Regression) by Brian Weiss (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3gewlA3)
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Midlife is a time of change in our lives. Change can be uncomfortable and when that happens, we may focus only on our discomfort. This can lead us to forget about how midlife is also exciting and fun as it means more freedom. No one enters midlife prepared, unlike adolescence where you at least know what to expect. The silence around this topic doesn’t help either. Nevertheless, midlife, with all its uncertainties, is surely not the time to isolate. Support is available, and you are not alone.
Our guest in today’s episode, Lisa Burnage, shares the same mission I have and that is to prepare, equip, and help women who are going through or are yet to go through all the changes and challenges midlife brings. We talk about Lisa’s experiences before she founded The School of Midlife and the O.R.G.Y method (and it’s not what you think). We also discuss what it means to let go of perfectionism to achieve progress, and much.
You don’t have to dread this stage of life, nor do you have to go through it alone. Listen to today’s episode now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: What begun The School of Midlife [1:59] Lisa shares how she feels doing the 180° in her life [4:52] What prompted Lisa to start a change [5:49] Discovering perimenopause [6:34] Experience of the first cohort at the School of Midlife [9:05] Focus on inner work [10:43] How not to care about people think [11:08] The O.R.G.Y mindset [13:00] Defining your own gap year mindset [13:11] O.R.G.Y mindset method [14:51] Little wins lead to motivation and action [19:42] Re-expand ones comfort zone [22:12] Defining O.R.G.Y [24:51] Develop a positive perspective on aging [30:12] The next five years for Lisa [32:25] Looking forward to middlescence [33:29] What’s it like to be a midlife activist [37:35]
About the Guest:
Lisa Burnage is the founder of The School of Midlife and the proponent of the Oldies Reevaluation Gap Year (O.R.G.Y) method. She has more than two decades of experience as a corporate facilitator and executive coach. Lisa is also a self-proclaimed midlife activist with a mission of making midlife exciting and something to look forward to.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones) Check Lisa’s School of Midlife Website (https://www.theschoolofmid.life/) Connect with Lisa of Instagram (@theschoolofmid.life)
Books mentioned in this episode: Tiny Habits (Paid link: https://amzn.to/36NSvor) Atomic Habits (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3ffjIUU) Lost Connections (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2IO5WMD) In Our Prime (Paid link: https://amzn.to/36SCMnQ) How to Be a Woman (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3kFM7UVI)
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The topic of sexuality is so sensitive that conversing about it even with your partner seems like a terrifying thing to do. However, the more one remains resistant to opening up about the issues surrounding their sexuality, the more this endangers your relationship and intimacy with your partner.
There is a need to remove the stigma regarding conversations about sex and intimacy, and that’s what Jessa Zimmerman, a certified sex therapist and couples’ counselor helps us with as she deals with these issues regularly. She aims to help couples understand the underlying issues of their problematic sexual lives and activities.
In today’s podcast episode, we will be talking about how Jessa got interested in sex therapy and how the topic of sexuality is still a taboo even among couples in this day and age. We will also discuss what desire discrepancy is, addressing people with sexual trauma, what expectations, fantasies and extreme beliefs about sex does to a couple, why she believes that ‘nothing is broken’, and a lot more.
It is never wrong to know more and talk about sexuality. Listen to today’s podcast episode!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: How Jessa became a sex therapist [2:24] Divorce, existential crisis, and perimenopausal [3:28] Effects of grief and loss to one’s sex life [6:23] Difficulties in talking about sexuality [7:41] Addressing incorrect beliefs about sexuality [9:17] How to deal with people who have bouts of trauma and suffering [11:19] Dealing with people who have fixed mindsets [13:17] Common sexual issues for women in menopause [14:54] The tendency to overlook sexual dysfunction and pain [18:27] Sex therapy includes discovery and education about sexuality [19:36] How to address people with sexual trauma [21:50] Jessa’s take on orgasmic meditation [23:41] Views about aids to sexual pleasure [25:51] Preferences, desire discrepancy, and sexual mismatch [26:18] Communicating with the partner about sexual issues [27:54] The lack of proper medium for sex education [29:07] Detaching fantasies and goals from intimacy [30:40] Recovering from a rut [32:24] Nothing is broken [35:47]
About the Guest:
Jessa Zimmerman is an author, podcast host, and a certified sex therapist and couples counselor. She helps couples who are avoiding sexual activities because of negativity, stress, disappointment, and pressure. Jessa also coaches couples to overcome such experiences to enjoy and maintain a healthy intimate and sexual relationship.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Visit Jessa Zimmerman’s website (https://intimacywithease.com/) Listen to the Better Sex podcast (https://intimacywithease.com/podcast/) Download Jessa’s free resource (https://jessazimmerman.mykajabi.com/opt-in-e1c80391-fe9b-414f-937a-16daae78061a)
Books mentioned in this episode: Sex without Stress (Paid Link: https://amzn.to/37w59KD)
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When COVID took the world by storm, the global economy took a turn for the worse, leaving many people suffering heavy financial losses as businesses and corporations cut back on expenses. Unemployment rates went up and a lot of people were left feeling broken and hopeless. However, when you find yourself grasping at straws, don’t despair. Through the MENO system, you can get yourself back on your feet and live a better life.
This week, Betsy Mercer, shares her journey from being down and out to finding her way back up through the Menopause Movement. We talk about how her life turned a complete 180 degrees after joining the program, how she was able to remove those negative thoughts inside her head, and how the program has helped her feel empowered as a woman. We also talk about the financial loss that she suffered during COVID, and how she was able to recover from it by making an investment in herself.
If you feel as if life is trying to pull you down and there’s nowhere to turn to especially during these trying times, then tune in to this episode and find out how you can break free from the negativity and emerge victorious!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: A brief background on Betsy [01:34] Moving out to Wisconsin for a corporate job [03:01] Her biggest takeaway from the Beta program [04:05] Betsy’s biggest challenge in joining the program [05:10] How her life changed after enrolling in the program [08:14] Brushing suicidal thoughts off of her mind because of the MENO system [10:19] Promoting women empowerment through the Beta program [12:26] Betsy’s advice to women who are on the fence about the program [14:01] Getting moral support from MENO-mates [15:00] What makes the Beta program different from all other programs [16:17] Listen to that positive voice in your head [19:39]
About the Guest:
Betsy Mercer was living a corporate life in the IT Sales industry for 25 years until March 2020. Having no desire to be part of the corporate world again, she maximized her 3 months worth of savings and made it last for 5 months with the help of friends and family. Despite not having received her unemployment benefit, she decided to invest in herself and joined the Beta program, and she has not regretted her decision since. After joining the program and the MENO-mate community, she has found a haven where she can grow and live a life the MENO-mate way.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://www.menopausemovement.com/hormones)
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Everyone experiences stress and anxiety on a daily basis. The way it will manifest in our lives though lies in how we deal with these stressors and anxiety-inducing factors. Sadly, for some people, when stress is not managed properly it will manifest through sickness and other forms of physical symptoms and other problems in behavior.
In this week’s podcast episode, Dawn Pensack introduces a simple stress management technique that is easy for everyone to do. Dawn is a master practitioner of the Emotional Freedom Technique (EFT), which she came across when she was under a lot of stress after her first pregnancy. In this episode, we will also talk about how she transitions from being a school teacher to teaching individuals and groups on how to handle and live a calm and happy life, the effects of tapping on people who are undergoing emotional problems, what the tapping process is, and other tapping techniques that are available.
If you feel like you’re under a lot of stress lately and you’re proactively finding a way to deal with it, tune in to this episode today!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Dawn’s teaching experience [02:46] Sudden manifestations of weird physical symptoms [05:26] The effects of tapping on Dawn [06:57] Stress and problems with conception [09:38] Series of incorrect diagnoses [11:00] Dawn’s experience when her daughter was born [14:07] Finally taking the baby home [18:36] Long terms effect of the birth for Dawn and her child [19:35] How Dawn got into tapping [24:29] What exactly are emotional freedom techniques [27:23] Does the technique work for non-believers of eastern medicine practices? [29:35] Effects of tapping on people stuck in an emotional turmoil [30:59] Tapping solves issues and opens safe spaces [32:04] Traumas within the body [34:58] EFT and repressed memories [36:13] The tapping process [38:11] Incorporating tapping in everyday routine [48:06] Other tapping techniques that are available [49:22]
About the Guest:
Dawn Pensack was a former elementary school teacher before she became a certified master EFT practitioner. She started to practice this technique after a traumatic experience and now, she’s on a mission to help bring simple stress management techniques to everyone. Dawn works with individuals or groups to help them ditch stress and to live a calmer and happier lives.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Dawn Pensack’s website (https://www.dawnpensack.com/) Follow Dawn on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/dawnpensackEFT)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Body Keeps the Score (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2TmXBRX)
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Menopause can be a tough and mysterious battle for women who are already expecting it to happen. It is an entirely different story for those who go through induced menopause or early menopause. However, you can have some relief when you join in a community of like-minded women.
In this week’s podcast episode, Yasmine Khater shares the story of going through induced menopause at the age of thirty. She shares how the daunting effects of her surgery were presented so nonchalantly and how it affected her physical and mental wellbeing. We talk about how she powered through and found the blessing of the challenge of her induced menopause.
Tune in to this episode and know you are not alone in your menopause journey.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: The journey of Yasmine Khater [02:45] Yasmine’s medical condition: diagnosis and treatment [03:24] What were Yasmine’s primary menopausal symptoms at age 30? [05:15] The difficulty of talking about menopause with other women [06:03] How Yasmine dealt with her fibrosis [06:56] The beginning of her induced menopause [08:46] The issues with the practitioner’s communication regarding the operation [09:32] Menopause and its undesirable effects [09:52] How the operation affected Yasmine’s life [14:04] How Yasmine came out from her slump due to menopause [16:16] How Yasmine started her spiritual practice [17:27] Learnings from their medical journey in China with her aunt [20:33] Yasmine’s teaching experience before focusing on entrepreneurship [22:08] Chasing dreams and not our egos [24:29] Yasmine’s expertise in buyer psychology [27:44] The excellence of Yasmine’s story priming method [31:56] As an entrepreneur, focus on the people who want to listen to you [34:55]
About the Guest:
Yasmine Khater is the founder of Sales Story Method and the host of the Sales Story Podcast. Using her expertise in psychology, she has been helping senior leaders in multinational companies, entrepreneurs, and governments to use storytelling to attract more customers to grow their businesses and careers. With her experience as a young entrepreneur, she uses her experience to impart knowledge in her current business venture.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Learn more about Yasmine’s buyer psychology by checkingtheir website! (https://salesstorymethod.com/)
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With the pace to which content is shared all over the internet, you can’t afford to be stuck in decades-old branding strategies. Luckily for us, social media platforms are there for the taking. From Facebook posts, real time updates on Twitter, and not-so-mundane stories and photos on Instagram, social media continues to be one, if not the most effective tool in promoting brand awareness for various industries the world over.
For entrepreneurs, that means you already have endless options for audience engagement. But there’s more to social media than just the freedom to post about your business, your life, and everything in between. Five Minute Social Media’s Jerry Potter is here with us today to provide valuable social media strategies and insights in this episode of The Menopause Movement Podcast.
If you’re a new or stuck business looking to grow through the world’s simplest social media strategies, Jerry shares some of them with us in this podcast, so tune in now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: How Jerry started out in social media [2:51] Celebrate each little milestone. Even the biggest names and brands started small [6:24] Purpose, before anything else [7:42] Get rid of the guilt of not being everywhere on social media [8:45] It’s okay not to be on every platform It’s okay not to do everything the competition is doing Set social media goals [9:47] Don’t confuse to-do lists with goals Build authority and trust by “looking the part” on your platform Target your goals as you target your market You can’t post your way to sales so post content that engages your target audience [11:41] (Instagram) Stories are as real as it gets [19:23] Mundane is authentic Pick one platform as your focus [25:12] Spend money but make sure you’re getting some back [29:02] Friendly reminder that likes do not pay the bills You never fail on social media [31:00] You either make mistakes and be fine or you make mistakes and you learn What works for you depends on the brand you want to build [33:24] Keep it simple and effective [36:03] Once your platform get monetized, you’re on the right track Have an email list for emergencies [37:36] Have an end goal in mind [41:06] Understand your platform and your audience Set boundaries [46:21]
About the Guest:
Jerry is the founder of Five Minute Social Media where he’s been able to empower over 400,000 people around the world to do their own social media marketing. Jerry helps time-strapped entrepreneurs who are frustrated with social media simplify their processes. Moreover, Jerry has a proven process that helps businesses use social media efficiently and effectively.
With a long experience in radio, Jerry knows what it’s like to connect with people and communicate with a target audience.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Find out more about Jerry and his strategies (fiveminutesocialmedia.com) Connect with Jerry on Twitter (@mrjerrypotter)
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Do you always find yourself second-guessing your worth as a human being? Do you ever feel as if you are undeserving of love and attention? Sometimes, when all we see are dark clouds in the sky, all we need to do is reach out and seek help from the ones who love us. Through the MENO system, you can make peace with the negative voices inside your head and embrace a life full of joy and positivity by leaving behind the MENO-Muck that can accompany menopause.
In this week’s podcast episode, we chat with Shelley Rae Krogen, an Energy Healer and a Certified Keto Coach, about her life-changing journey towards positivity and self-worth. We talk about fibromyalgia, how the Menopause Movement education has helped her get through it, what her biggest breakthrough was upon joining, and how she was able to overcome her bipolar disorder.
Overcome those demons inside your head by tuning in to this episode!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: A brief background on Shelley Rae [2:51] What changed for Shelley when she joined The Menopause Movement [4:24] Realizing that she was worth it through the program [5:30] What she felt when she knew the community was going away [6:15] Shelley’s life before enrolling in the program [7:32] Making peace with the voice inside her head through the MENO system [8:48] One year to know your worth is never too long [12:21] Shelley’s advice to people who are on the fence about the Beta program [12:58] How the program helped her get through fibromyalgia [13:52] Her biggest source of happiness choosing herself and knowing her worth [15:46] Shelley’s financial miracle [17:28]
About the Guest:
Shelley Rae Krogen is an Energy Healer, a Reader, a Medium, and a Certified Keto Coach. Coming all the way from Edmonton, Alberta, and a strong believer in positivity, Shelley always tries to help others find the silver lining in bleak situations. When she started experiencing a number of menopause symptoms, she knew she needed to make some changes because she was finding it more and more difficult to seek the silver lining in situations herself.
She enjoys spending time with her rambunctious pup, Zoey-Rayn, reading, cooking, writing, sleeping, channeling, and getting artistically creative in a number of mediums.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait)
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People who work in the construction industry know that it takes a process to complete a project. However, it is amusing, and sometimes disappointing to see how such a cutthroat industry can afford to cut corners, leaving clients badly regretful. And with most of the year spent indoors, it has never been more crucial for people to have a space that gives them more than just a sense of security.
In this podcast, we welcome Monika Zasada as she shares with us the importance of having a comfortable home that stores your most prized possessions and the stories you’ve built there. We also discuss Monica’s roots which shaped her passion of bringing a home to life, the reality behind construction projects, managing expectations in renovations, and the joy of keeping a home that stores her beloved books.
If you’re looking to get a renovation for your home or if you want to know more about curating construction projects in general, this podcast is for you. Tune in now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: About a girl and her Polish home [3:42] From Poland to the Land of the Free [5:45] Bringing “castles” from books to people [8:33] Homes around the world from the curator’s eyes [9:11] A home is not a home if doesn’t make you feel safe [10:27] The flawed process of acquiring a home [13:23] You’re the curator—draw the strings [14:24] It’s never too early to talk about the money [14:34] Don’t cut corners—the client deserves the full picture [15:40] Bidding on crooked plans and crooked bidding on plans [16:47] The building industry’s uneven bidding field [17:26] Losing more on the lowest bidder [18:32] When you’re bidding for quality, you’re not bidding cheap [21:00] Building a sacred space [21:39] Let there be colour and light [22:14] Construction is a collaborative work [26:52] Curators direct the orchestra that is construction [28:36] How Monika’s childhood shaped her curating decisions [30:57] Defining quality to the client [32:27] The contracts you need with and for contractors [36:47] The importance of having a team with the same goal [41:24] Making a renovation project a good experience for all [42:27] Books offer thrills because of the ideas they allow one to explore [44:06] Watching the scenes—and tasting them [45:10] On American Literature [46:15] How our reading tastes evolve [47:57]
About the Guest:
Leaving Poland, Monika Zasada landed in the United States about two decades ago, with $10.00 in her pocket, her MA in American Literature, and a dream. Monika credits her creativity and passion for construction projects to her Polish childhood home, which she describes as nothing more than just a space where her family was cramped together. She takes pride in having every amount spent accounted for and delivering quality renovations. Like a musical conductor, Monika will assemble, direct, and keep your project’s team of design professionals and crews accountable—or she will.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Aim for the renovation you deserve by checking Monika’s website (http://de-mazing.com/) Sex & Construction: What do they have in common? Find out now! (https://astounding-experimenter-2394.ck.page/7765250114)
Books mentioned in this episode (also available in different editions) The Robert Collier Letter Book by Robert Collier (Paid link: https://amzn.to/34izIA5) Educated: A Memoir by Tara Westover (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3l6F34t) The Grapes of Wrath by John Steinbeck (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2SibPDh) Moby Dick by Herman Melville (Paid link: https://amzn.to/3lc4e5P) A Moveable Feast by Ernest Hemingway (Paid link: https://amzn.to/2HOUCPY)
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Because of the current state of the world, more people are working from home. Having a healthy lifestyle does not stop at looking healthy and eating healthy. It also means having a healthy mindset, developing a culture of commitment to your daily needs, being in tune with your body, and knowing when and how you should have interruptions. Why are all these necessary?
Joining us in today’s episode is personal trainer and yoga instructor Megan Nolan. In this episode, we focus on yoga and its proven benefits to keeping a positive and empowered energy around you and your body, especially in this stay-at-home season where your movement may be limited.
We discuss how yoga positions have their purpose, how different approaches to the practice caters to different people, and how you can make it a fuller experience!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Megan gives a brief introduction of herself [2:46] What Megan’s role is and who she serves [3:27] Getting started [3:44] Responding to potential clients who don’t find yoga convincing [4:03] There are many paths to the same mountain [5:06] Experiencing yoga fully [5:44] How does sitting for long periods of time affect the body? [6:51] Integrating movement during your breaks [10:00] What pattern interrupts are and why they are important [11:47] Setting reminders for a more invigorating day [12:35] Resetting your posture after taking a break [16:12] Flexibility and aging [19:13] Breathing techniques and yoga poses[21:01] Bringing the body back into balance to stretch out tight spots [24:39] Megan talks about her program [26:58] Different programs [27:02] Prioritizing one’s self [33:37]
About the Guest:
Megan Nolan is a personal trainer and yoga instructor with over 15 years of experience. She is on a mission to help busy entrepreneurs commit to consistent yoga practices so they are vibrantly energized and taking empowered actions toward their big dreams.
With her record as a personal trainer and her continued work bringing yoga to the community, you can be sure that Megan is passionate about helping people re-energize and reset their focus for a productive, happy, and healthy lifestyle.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Visit Megan’s website to know about starting your practice (https://www.yogaatmydesk.yoga/) Check out Megan’s free gift to help you relieve tension, sit taller, and give you a boost of energy and focus right at your desk (www.yogaatmydesk.yoga/painintheneck) Connect with Megan on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/yogaatmydesk/)
Read the books mentioned in this episode:
Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda (Paid link: https://amzn.to/36ofWG2) Breath: The New Science of a Lost Art by James Nestor (Paid link: https://amzn.to/34cu8iQ)
Connect with me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) and Instagram (@drmichellegordon). For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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Do you still remember your mom’s ancient typewriter that your dad used to fix whenever the keys get stuck? What about your brother’s collection of David Bowie mixtapes that he was so eager to hide from you when you were younger? As our loved ones pass on to the next life, we inherit a mountain of stuff that holds a lot of memories. For some of us, we tend to hold on to these treasures as mementos. For others, letting them go is the best way to cope and move on. But, when the time comes, are you confident enough to say you are ready to handle these matters?
The truth is no one ever knows when anyone will pass on, or even want to talk about it. But when the time does come, it’s hard to know what is right, or even what to do at all. That's why Nate Morrissey from Blue Sky Estate Services joins us in this week's episode to teach us how we can manage our family's state of affairs after the loss of a loved one.
If you're someone who worries about what the future holds, this episode will give you an insight on how to prepare for that inevitability. Tune in now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Nate’s story from being a pilot to owning an estate management business [2:54] Dealing with stuff paralysis [4:45] How to deal with stuff left by a loved one [5:39] Don’t get rid of anything yet and identify what the family wants [6:34] Give your family members time to grieve [8:49] It’s okay to take time, but don’t let it sit for too long [9:54] Seek help from estate sale experts in selling what you don’t need [11:37] What is an estate sale? [12:24] Why you should never do an estate sale on your own [13:02] Why furniture are hardest to sell [17:05] Buyout vs clear-out [19:07] If you can’t sell everything, donate [20:49] Nate’s tip for non-US residents on making estate sales [22:48] Ask for recommendations from estate sale companies [24:32] Why you should never try doing it yourself [25:03] Should you meet with a real estate professional first? Or an estate sale expert? [26:09] Remove everything easy to sell, then donate [27:28] Accessibility is a crucial factor to consider in estate sale [29:33] Never use a storage unit for items that don’t have value anymore [31:18] Donating keepsakes creates a win-win for you and the charity [32:57] Don‘t fall into the DIY trap [34:28] Have everything lined up before meeting with the professionals [36:52] Selling keepsakes over the internet [37:48] Never let real estate agents keep the furniture for home staging [38:57] What you can do to make things easier for the ones you will be leaving behind [40:38] Spell out what may happen and who inherits what [41:58] How to declutter [43:30] Always keep your paperwork in a safe place [44:13]
About the Guest:
In 2005, Nate Morrissey—then pilot—experienced a tragedy that completely changed his life: his closest friend and mentor lost his life at sea while flying an airplane. Realizing how difficult the entire ordeal was with helping the ones left behind while managing the estate, that led Nate to start his own company called the Blue Sky Estate Services. Now an estate liquidation expert in Orange County, CA for more than 13 years, he helps families with estate sales, dispersal, and content removal and better cope with the loss of life.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Visit the Estate Sales Website (https://www.estatesales.net/) Check out The Estate Lady Website (https://www.theestatelady.com/) Visit the Blue Sky Estate Services Website (https://www.blueskyestateservices.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Boomer Burden by Julie Hall (https://amzn.to/2HpLnFv) How to Clean Your Parents’ Estate in 30 Days or Less by Julie Hall (https://amzn.to/332hLXf)
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Alcohol can give people a temporary state of bliss and euphoria. That’s mainly why some have a hard time breaking free from it. However, letting go of alcohol can have a profound effect on your lifestyle and overall health and wellbeing. With the right mindset and proper diet, you can achieve that freedom from alcohol that you’ve always wanted.
In this week’s podcast episode, I chat with Cassandra Cotoia, a professional chef and a health coach. We discuss her journey into cooking and health coaching, how she and I experimented on different recipes that would be healthy for everyone, and the emotional aspects of alcoholism and how she overcame them.
We also chat about cooking and how it brings families together. We also covered how she enjoyed teaching and working with kids in the kitchen.
Make healthier choices by tuning in to this episode now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: A little background on Chef Cassandra [2:59] Cooking for Dr. G [5:20] Experimenting on the healthiest diet [6:42] Exploring business opportunities [9:44] Being a chef and a health coach [11:18] Working with kids [12:09] The big ripple effect of cooking as a group [15:22] Food connects to memory [16:27] Food unites families [18:18] Being alcohol-free [20:25] Experiencing the side-effects of alcohol-intake [21:25] It’s hard to be in a world of distractions and not be distracted [22:56] Trying alcohol cessation [23:24] Examining your beliefs to free yourself from alcohol [25:06] Having the right support system to get you through alcohol cessation [26:41] To be good at food, you should be good at playing with food [27:58] Having wine is a culturally-accepted belief system [30:17] It’s okay to feel your emotions [32:20] Alcohol only temporarily pushes your emotions away [34:53] At the end of the day, things are just things [36:34] Answering alcohol recommendation questions from clients [38:51] How to be a health coach with Chef Cassandra [40:35]
About the Guest:
Cassandra Cotoia is a professional chef and health coach from the Culinary Institute of America in Hyde Park, New York. With over 20 years of culinary experience, she has transitioned from being an executive chef, working for a private home, to having her own business called Empowered Foodie. In her free time, she enjoys being with her husband Jim and their dog, Roy, and two cats, Minna and Merlin.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Check out the One Year No Beer Website (https://www.oneyearnobeer.com/) Visit the Empowered Foodie Website (https://www.empoweredfoodie.com/) Follow Chef Cassandra on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/cassandra.cotoia) Join the Empowered Foodie Facebook group (https://ww.facebook.com/groups/1956420097951826)
Books mentioned in this episode: Menopause Movement: Recipes for Living by Dr. Michelle Gordon and Chef Cassandra Cotoia (https://amzn.to/3miiawi) The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer (https://amzn.to/2E0KZfn)
Connect with me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) and Instagram (@drmichellegordon). For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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One irony of life is that when inopportune times happen, they don’t seem to stop until you finally hit rock bottom. When we reach the darkest moment of our lives, we start self-destructing until everyone and everything around us gets affected. However, when you reach an all-time low, there’s no other way but up. With the help of the MENO system and the MENO-mates, you’ll be able to get back on track and live a life of happiness.
In this episode, Ann Martin, a dance and fitness instructor and a MENO-mate shares with us her story of how the MENO system has saved and changed her life and her marriage. We talk about what her life was like before enrolling in the Beta program, how her marriage was saved from the verge of divorce, and how it can positively change your life in a way that has never been just as it did hers.
If you feel like you’re in a dark place and need that one piece of inspiration to get out of it, then tune in to this episode and learn how you can live life the MENO-mate way.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: A brief background about Ann [01:42] Why Ann joined the Beta program [02:29] Her life before joining the Beta [03:15] How menopause deeply affected her relationship with her husband [05:19] The MENO system served as her life raft during her darkest times [08:32] What she felt when she found out the Beta was closing [09:29] How Ann’s life completely changed after enrolling in the program [13:31] The Beta program is a safe haven for women to talk about menopause and life [16:10] Reigniting her relationship with her husband through the MENO system [17:28] Coming out of the program more confident about herself than ever [20:20] Ann’s advice to women who have doubts about enrolling in the Beta program [21:42] Coming back to the right path and going on a journey to self-rediscovery [23:23] There is no deadline when it comes to taking life lessons [25:24]
About the Guest:
Ann Martin is one of the most special people in The MENO System. She is a friend to most and is always striving towards a better world. A mum to 4, she currently teaches dance and fitness. She is also a spiritualist and a medium with a burning desire to learn.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait)
Connect with me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) and Instagram (@drmichellegordon). For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.
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In the world that we live in today, most of us get to have free education, live in comfortable homes, or work without having to bare our backs all day. But the sad reality is, not everyone gets to enjoy the same things. Not everyone can afford an education nor choose what they want to be in the future. However, by planting one little seed of goodness in humanity, it can grow and foster into something beautiful that can make the world a better place.
This week, we have a special guest, Tamara Horton, the founder of Studio Samuel, who has made great strides in changing the world one girl at a time. Today, we get to hear the incredible story of Studio Samuel and how it has changed the lives of the girls in Ethiopia. We talk about the country’s current situation and the positive impact and changes they have made.
We also talk about what led Tamara to found Studio Samuel and how it has changed her, personally, in terms of leadership and global awareness.
Be a force for change and goodness. Tune in to this episode.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Tamara Horton and Studio Samuel [6:27] Adopting their son from Ethiopia [6:47] Knowing more about the situation in Ethiopia [7:13] The sad reality of extreme poverty [7:55] How Studio Samuel helps Ethiopian girls [12:30] Teaching young girls the most basic of life skills [13:08] To help a community, you need to be familiar with the culture first [16:33] The positive impact that is Studio Samuel [17:49] Escaping child marriage and joining the organization [21:00] What education does to Ethiopian girls [24:29] What makes Studio Samuel different from other charities [26:40] Struggling to get girls onto the organization [30:37] Making a change in the community through embroidered menstrual kits [33:07] Fostering leadership and girl empowerment at a young age [34:21] Children in Ethiopia get their voices to be heard in the community [37:15] From 3 girls to 22k: Changing lives one at a time [38:47] The history of Studio Samuel [42:33] Inspirational stories to draw strength from [43:13] Tamara before and during the creation of Studio Samuel [46:07] It’s essential for leaders to be able to adapt to the environment [49:34] Looking for the right executive takes patience [51:03] If you want to be someone, start acting like that someone [54:21] Tamara’s favorite Ethiopian dish [58:58] Celebrating the National Day for Girls on October 11th [1:01:17] Donating to Studio Samuel [1:02:31]
About the Guest:
Before founding Studio Samuel, Tamara Horton was the Operations and Events Director at Sony Music Entertainment, overseeing US offices for over 13 years. However, as soon as she and her husband adopted their son, Samuel, who’s of Ethiopian descent, her life has turned a complete 180 degrees. She left her post at Sony Music Entertainment and went on to help change lives as the Founder and Executive Director of Studio Samuel, an organization that helps Ethiopian girls learn basic life skills and be able to afford free education through scholarships.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Donate to Studio Samuel and help change lives (https://studiosamuel.org) Shop at Studio Samuel (https://studiosamuel.org/shop)
Books mentioned in this episode: Ask by Ryan Levesque (https://amzn.to/2R1cmJg) A Course in Miracles by Foundation of Inner Peace (https://amzn.to/3id9uVq) Cutting for Stone by Abraham Verghese (https://amzn.to/3ib5sgi)
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Imagine if you can make big changes in your life just by thinking about it. The mind is more powerful than what most people think. By harnessing the power of the mind and moving in the same frequency as that thought, you can get exactly what you want. All it takes is to make a shift in your mindset.
This week’s podcast episode is the fourth and final “The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast” series. Today we re-release our 22nd episode featuring Lindsay Durant, an expert in transformation mindset shifts. She shares with us her thoughts on the law of attraction and vibration, how you can use lucid dreaming to help solve your problems, and what techniques you can use to make positive changes in your behavior.
By the end of the episode, we’ll also have the privilege of learning how to create visualizations through her visualization exercise so stay tuned.
Get the results that you want through the power of thought by tuning in to this episode.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: How Lindsay got into the personal development space [3:45] Painless births [5:04] The law of attraction and the law of vibrations [6:47] How physics proves that everything consists of vibrations [7:34] The material and mystical worlds [12:19] How vibrations are selective [13:23] Tuning to the frequency of our desires [14:39] Focusing on the higher frequency emotions of joy and gratitude [15:17] How emotions affect your DNA [16:13] Lindsay talks about how visualizations allowed her to escape to her dream destination [18:02] The law of attraction functions regardless of your beliefs [22:39] Getting in touch with your emotions [27:12] Lucid dreaming for problem-solving [28:14] The importance of recognizing the beliefs handed down to us [34:14] Ingrained thoughts make it hard to change behaviors [37:53] We are responsible for our reactions to other people’s behaviors [41:50] The difficulty of leaving abusive relationships [42:56] Techniques to change behavior [45:49] Constant spaced repetition [46:16] Hitting the deepest parts of the brain when changing habits [48:03] Fighting self-defeating thoughts [54:06] Visualization exercise [55:27] Keeping a gratitude journal [1:01:06]
About the Guest:
Lindsay Durant is a success and mindset coach specializing in the law of attraction, helping other coaches, entrepreneurs and companies achieve their goals by assisting them in making quantum leaps in performance. She is mentored by Bob Proctor, a world-class teacher in human potential.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Follow Lindsay on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/lindsaydonnparks) Join her at Move Into Results (https://www.facebook.com/moveintoresults/)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer (https://amzn.to/3acANfD)
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We all want to make positive changes in our lives. In order to do that, we need to reexamine ourselves, be aware of the things that we do unconsciously, and recalibrate our psyche to achieve the things that we want to achieve through the enneagram. But what is an enneagram and how does it fit in our journey to self-discovery?
That’s what we’re here to find out in our third episode of “The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast” series. Today, we’ll take a deep dive into what makes us tick as we re-release our 19th episode featuring Stephanie Davis, an enneagram expert and a trainer educated in business, psychology, and systems theory.
Today, we have another truly informative and fascinating episode as we learn more about the enneagram, the nine different types and their general characteristics, and what your type might be.
Learn more about self-discovery through the enneagram today by tuning in to this episode!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: The enneagram is a deep dive into what makes you tick. Unlike other personality systems, it goes deeper than behaviors [2:28] Oscar Ichazo came up with the enneagram of Personality in the 70s, taking psychology and ego development and mapping it on the symbol [4:23] What you can get from learning the enneagram is a perpetual self-busting machine. You start to see things about yourself that you never realized [8:39] In the enneagram, what makes you your type is how “messed up” you are when it comes to your heart/passion (emotional distortion), head/fixation (mental distortion), and gut/subtype (instinct) [12:02] There is a key emotion for each triad. Within each triad are three types: one type tends to overdo the key emotion, the other is the opposite, and the last has a weird relationship with it [16:42] An example of the gut triad. Gut triad: it’s all about the boundaries, and their key emotion is anger [18:06] There are no accurate enneagram tests. We pick up our behaviors from our parents and social expectations. This wiring is not something you can include in a test, and the most it can do is give you a starting point of where to look [25:27] The gut triad (1, 8, 9), what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react [26:56] Type 1 [26:01] Type 8 [26:56] Type 9 [29:33] The heart triad (2, 3 4): what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react. This type focuses on social relationship dynamics. Their overarching issue is shame [32:20] Type 2 [33:33] Type 3 [37:26] Type 4 [42:25] The goal is to loosen the illusions of your type, not change your type. Your strengths are still there, but your weaknesses will be a lot easier to deal with [46:16] We’re all going to have certain characteristics of nine types to some degree. Each has an interesting relationship with the two types beside them. Meanwhile, the two types that connect to yours in the diagram are your opposites. [51:43] The head triad (5, 6, 7): what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react [57:23] Type 5 [57:45] Type 6 [1:00:58] Type 7 [1:07:46] Other theories from Katherine Fauvre and Claudio Naranjo, and the continuous evolution of the field [1:13:37] Resources for your growth [1:21:52] Going through the nine enneagram types and drawing a caricature for each [1:24:13]
About the Guest:
Stephanie Davis is a certified Enneagram Teacher accredited by the International Enneagram Association with 30 years of experience teaching the Enneagram to big businesses and organizations. An international trainer educated in Business, Psychology, and Systems Theory, she has trained thousands of people worldwide.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer (https://amzn.to/30ytjjK) The Complete Enneagram by Beatrice Chestnut (https://amzn.to/33XWo7C) The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile (https://amzn.to/2NY7KD0) The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Riso and Russ Hudson (https://amzn.to/35dOG9n)
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Feminine pleasure. It’s not a topic we are comfortable talking about nor is it something we can easily discuss at the dinner table. It’s one of the things that we put way below our laundry list of day-to-day activities. However, by putting the female orgasm as one of your priorities, you can transform your life in a way that’s never been, whether you are going through menopause or not.
This week’s podcast episode is the second of “The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast” mini-series. Today, we are re-releasing episode 35 featuring Julia Lally, the Pleasure Witch. We talk about how women can use pleasure to empower themselves, how to make pleasure a priority, and we’ll also learn more about orgasmic meditation. Together, we’ll take a deep dive into the world of feminine pleasure.
If you are someone who thinks that you have put your self-happiness aside and want to take your life back, then this episode is perfect for you!
Embrace your inner queen by tuning in now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: How did the Pleasure Witch come to be? [4:00] Why did she pick the monicker witch? [8:11] Why does rage play a big role in this? [17:07] What is normal sex life? [25:09] Are we really supposed to be monogamous? [31:42] How will this help women through menopause? [36:59] How does this help women who are victims of rape? [43:39] How do you reconcile spirituality as part of the practice? [45:41] What is the most practical tip to help other women increase pleasure? [56:31]
About the Guest:
Julia Lally, The Pleasure Witch, is a renowned sex coach who is based in London. Julia started out as many women do, taking care of her family. After several years of doing the same thing, she felt empty inside and out. As she was struggling to find a way to her true happiness she realized that she had placed sex at the bottom of her list of priorities.
She was then introduced to Orgasmic Meditation, a 15-minute practice with a partner that has no goal but to feel. This opened her eyes to so many opportunities. After years of study and practice, Julia Lally now teaches what she has learned and is now known as The Pleasure Witch.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Check out Julia Lally’s website to get your 8-days to ORGASM guide http://julialally.co.uk/
Books mentioned in this episode: The Alphabet Versus the Goddess by Leonard Shlain (https://amzn.to/30JyNIn) The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer (https://amzn.to/3acANfD) Rage Becomes Her by Soraya Chemaly (https://amzn.to/31CcxQ0) Sex at Dawn by Christopher Ryan (https://amzn.to/30LilHV)
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The term cannabis carries a lot of negative connotations. When we talk of hemp, it’s not unnatural for some people to show skepticism even to this day. However, clinical studies have proved how cannabidiol or CBD works wonders for patients suffering from anxiety, insomnia, cognition, and movement disorders.
This week will be the start of “The Best of The Menopause Movement Podcast” series. For the next three weeks, we’ll be featuring some of the best podcast episodes since 2019.
Join me today as I re-release the 24th episode featuring Tina Williams, co-founder of Simple Optimum Health. We talk about how CBD prevented her from having another stroke, about how hemp can be a lifestyle product, and how it can help relieve pain and improve sleep. We also talk about how CBD can help with menopause.
Sleep better, live better. Let’s demystify CBD together by tuning in to this show now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Tina talks about suffering from a stroke and how she got into CBD [2:40] Why you should know the origins and extraction methods used on an organic product [5:58] Ayurveda medicine [8:44] Anxiety and the endocannabinoid system [10:05] Homeostasis [11:23] What is a terpene? [13:26] Hemp is an easy plant to grow [16:48] The importance of knowing where the products you use come from [18:17] Studies showing that CBD can decrease inflammation [22:14] Pharmaceutical companies are a little more open about CBD [23:41] Hemp plant as a lifestyle product [24:49] The benefits of CBD in sleep and pain [26:20] What is sundowning? [28:40] Microdosing guidelines [30:19] Menopause teas and honey sticks [31:15] The only drawback to using CBD [34:12] You have to invest in your health [34:41] Supplements are not covered by insurance [35:09] CBD and menopause [39:33]
About the Guest:
Tina Williams is the co-founder of Simple Optimum Health, a health and wellness company that helps people suffering from anxiety, pain, movement disorders, and insomnia. She is a mom of four daughters, a serial entrepreneur, and a multi-passionate individual whose goal is to help others see and be their best selves.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Go to the Simple Optimum Health Website (https://simpleoptimumhealth.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: You Are the Placebo by Dr. Joe Dispenza (https://amzn.to/30LfoGZ)
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Do you sometimes feel as if your relationship feels way too suffocating? Ever had those moments where you start to doubt your own sanity? Well, there's no need for you to keep it to yourself anymore because you are not alone. And we are here to help you out. Today, we'll help you step out of your shell and into a MENO-mate life full of joy and happiness.
In this week’s podcast episode, I talk with Amy Perras, a high school teacher, and life coach. We talk about narcissistic relationships and how they can affect the way you live your life. We also talk about how by having negative thoughts and beliefs, we create our own demons that we have a hard time grappling with.
In our discussion, we also talk about the definition of gaslighting and how narcissistic behavior can lead to stress and infertility.
Start living the life that you want by listening to this episode now.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Why Amy took the path she chose [3:27] Living with narcissists [4:21] Craving for motherly love [5:26] Unraveling that metaphorical cage [7:32] How subconscious programming affects your decisions [10:09] What is ‘situation-ship’? [12:23] How Amy’s childhood affected how she perceived relationships [12:56] Christian views on sexual relationships [14:34] We separate ourselves from God by creating our own hell [17:21] Miracles happen from a change in our brain [18:49] The very first spirituality was yoga [20:04] The Holy Spirit is the embodiment of the higher self [22:40] Spiritual practice is whatever you make of it [24:22] Narcissism is putting yourself in the middle of everything [25:16] What is gaslighting? [29:39] How to deal with narcissists [33:19] A healthy relationship has to do with listening and boundaries [35:38] Our thoughts become our reality [38:37] Ain’t gonna be no stupid woman [41:30] Over-functioning defined [42:47] Patriarchy has everything to do with over-functioning [44:12] The Word of God has been filtered through the imperfect mind of men [49:09] The Big Bang Theory and the Word of God [51:34] How to get out of a narcissistic relationship [53:25] The link between stress and infertility [55:33] The key to recovering from a narcissistic relationship is to forgive [56:20] When a relationship doesn’t feel healthy, breathe [57:33]
About the Guest:
Amy Perras is the author of the bestselling book ‘Ain’t Gonna Be No Stupid Woman.’ She is a certified life coach who helps women get out of narcissistic relationships. During the day, she is an English & Speech Teacher.
She believes in women empowerment and is dedicated to helping people find their purpose in life.
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We often see science and spirituality as two parallel dimensions that can never intersect with each other. However, through the intimate study of spirituality, the universe, and human DNA, we begin to understand that there is a lot about science that can be further explained and experienced in spirituality. And in today’s global crisis, there’s no other way to interpret what’s happening around us other than it is the world’s own way of rebalancing and harmonizing with its natural order.
In this week’s podcast episode, I talk once more with Shaman Makhosi Pitts about the shamanic perspective of things and how these current events create an opportunity for us to realign with our true nature as one big entity that has broken off into thousands of different beings.
In our conversation, we talked about the ancestral DNA and how it shapes our future, about quantum entanglement, and how we can better change the world by changing ourselves. By the end of the podcast episode, we’ll also be having the privilege of learning more about regular cleansing, its value, and how it’s done.
If you are someone aiming to become the best version of yourself and wanting to seek a better understanding of your true nature, then this podcast episode is for you. Unlock the doors to spirituality and tune in to this podcast.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Dr. G’s life experience through spirituality [4:47] Shaman Makhosi Pitts’ spiritual journey [9:34] The rebellious phase: Memorization vs critical thinking [11:47] Shaman Makhosi Pitt’s turning point in life [14:07] Going through pregnancy in college [16:27] Discovering the pathway to the spiritual doors [19:22] What is a shaman? [20:53] The shamanic perspective of current events [22:37] The true meaning of alignment [27:02] Each of us is an energetic expression [29:47] Spirituality is an incredible paradox [32:39] Event plus response equals outcome [34:33] Having life happening to you [36:15] The essence of reincarnation [38:27] Rebalancing the feminine and masculine energy [40:42] The Native American history with masculinity and femininity [42:18] The link between reincarnation and population boom [45:35] The process of reincarnation [49:22] The human transformer: A shepherd to the younger souls [53:19] The beginning of transcendence: Birth of a new species [57:59] Population control occurs naturally [1:00:08] The ancestral DNA and its role in constantly creating the future [1:01:48] We can affect genetics by our thoughts alone [1:04:02] Meditation boosts your immune system [1:07:02] Ancestor reverence means having reverence for oneself [1:09:35] How we change the world by becoming the change [1:13:57] All of us are one [1:14:45] Overcoming institutional racism [1:16:15] The value of understanding quantum entanglement [1:19:33] How to become the best version of yourself [1:22:42] What makes energetic cleansing in today’s situation [1:25:08] How to do regular cleansing [1:26:00]
About the Guest:
Shaman Makhosi Candiss Pitts graduated with degrees in business and marketing. While she was preparing for medical school, she was at the top 1% of consultations in a direct sales company before realizing that she did not feel any sense of fulfillment. This situation led her to her spiritual journey toward shamanism.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait)
Books mentioned in this episode: Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda Narrated by Ben Kingsley (https://amzn.to/2OzZhWa) The Untethered Soul by Michael A. Singer (https://amzn.to/2OxVLLQ) The Success Principles by Jack Canfield (https://amzn.to/3jeenyn) Childhood’s End by Arthur C. Clarke (https://amzn.to/32s21Na) Breaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Joe Dispenza (https://amzn.to/30i1s6a) Becoming Supernatural by Joe Dispenza (https://amzn.to/397bWsM)
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All throughout history, people have always consumed food not for pleasure or desire, but for survival. However, we often fail to understand that what we eat defines us. It can dictate our mood and how we feel about ourselves in general. Today, we look at food as a medium for contentment, happiness, and overall well being.
In this week’s podcast episode, I chat with Dr. Siri Chand Khalsa, a board-certified Doctor of Internal Medicine and Palliative Medicine, and an Ayurvedic practitioner. We talked about how she was able to find and undergo a deeply spiritual experience while traveling to India. Through her journey, she has discovered the link between plant-based diet and health.
We talk about how her journey to India has transformed her spiritually, and how she overcame her desire for meat despite being a bacon-lover. In our conversation, we also talk about how to incorporate vegetables into your diet in a more effective way.
If you are someone who wants to make better food choices but is finding it difficult to make the shift, then this episode is just for you. Unlock the secret to contentment in life through food and listen to this podcast now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Dr. Siri Chand Khalsa’s childhood and spiritual transformation [6:22] Taking a break from pre-med school [10:38] Studying Ayurveda and undergoing a deeply spiritual experience [12:44] The value of re-examining and acting on your beliefs [13:20] From western garb to turban: Finding contentment and happiness [16:44] Overcoming her desire for meat and going through a plant-based diet [17:58] Missing bacon and overcoming the nostalgia [21:08] The link between corporate farm takeover and obesity rates [22:57] The magic of biodynamic farming and urban gardening [24:51] How to increase vegetable consumption [28:44] Number 1: Solidify your kitchen process [29:55] Number 2: Ensure that the meal prep is amazing [30:21] Choosing glass jars over plastic containers [31:32] Steaming as the most effective way to retain the most food nutrients [32:29] Why diet is a tricky subject [33:28] Listen to your body [34:35] The harsh reality with dairy farms [35:50] The link between food and mood [37:18] Ayurveda and Agni: The science of life [39:24] We need that resilience when things don’t feel good [42:27] What you are is what you eat [43:19] We’re always trying to figure things out [44:50] The significance of the 40-day fasting [45:46] The marriage of ancient beliefs and modern science [47:28] The profound miraculous events with getting in touch with super consciousness [47:42] The vibratory Aum and the Bible [49:40] Spiritual awakening can be challenging [51:10] All life has vibrations [52:27] The story of Shivananda and his journey to awakening and enlightenment [53:23] Everyone has a journey and a relationship with their own divine nature [55:58] When we make the best version of ourselves, problems are solved easily [57:20] Dr. Siri Chand Khalsa’s new journey in life [59:32]
About the Guest:
Dr. Siri Chand Khalsa is a board-certified Doctor of Internal Medicine, Integrative Medicine, and Palliative Medicine. She is also an Ayurveda practitioner who now helps fellow doctors build resilience and vitality. She firmly believes that health is linked to proper nutrition and lifestyle.
Applying the things that she has learned throughout her journey, she now focuses on epigenetic mechanisms to prevent and treat diseases.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Watch The Biggest Little Farm in Amazon Prime Video (https://www.amazon.com/Biggest-Little-Farm-John-Chester/dp/B07R4CFF3M)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Second Coming of Christ by Paramahansa Yogananda (https://www.amazon.com/Second-Coming-Christ-Resurrection-Within/dp/0876125577) Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda (https://www.amazon.com/Autobiography-Self-Realization-Fellowship-Paramahansa-Yogananda-ebook/dp/B00JW44IAI) Deep Nutrition by Dr. Catherine Shanahan (https://www.amazon.com/Deep-Nutrition-Your-Genes-Traditional/dp/1250113822)
Connect with Dr. Siri Chand Khalsa: Visit her website (https://drsirichand.com/) Connect with her on LinkedIn (https://www.linkedin.com/in/sirichandkhalsamd/) Subscribe to her YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCb7NKa7lGb9_HFHWyds_iow) Follow her on Facebook: Dr. Siri Chand (https://www.facebook.com/Dr-Siri-Chand-395358274629323) Luminous Foods (https://www.facebook.com/LuminousFoods) Follow her on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/dr.sirichand/?hl=en) Follow her on Twitter (https://twitter.com/LuminousFoods) Follow her on TikTok (https://www.tiktok.com/@sirichandkhalsa.md)
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Most women consider menopause as a stage of loss—we lose our youth, our beauty, our relevancy, and our sexuality. Because of the beliefs that were programmed into our brain since childhood, we start believing that you lose your identity upon reaching the menopausal period. However, that doesn’t mean we have to stop growing and living a spark-filled life.
In this week’s podcast episode, I talk with Annabel Wilson, founder, and director of Living Ashram. Five years ago, she embarked on an incredible journey of awakening to purpose. On this journey, she found the key to living a juicy, spark-filled life which she willingly shares through the Living Ashram app.
In our conversation, we talked about how beliefs shape our reality, the importance of examining our beliefs, about spiritual longing, guilt and shame and its consequences, the essence of forgiveness, and how to find out what your core values are.
If you are someone who wants to continue blazing your own path after menopause and live a purposeful life, this episode is for you. Listen to this podcast and level up your life now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Annabel’s journey towards the creation of the Living Ashram app [05:05] Her goal of becoming the healthiest version of herself [06:13] The real journey towards finding purpose starts at home [08:18] What the Living Ashram app is about [09:12] How Annabel awakened to her purpose [11:08] The meaning of breakthrough and its relevance to finding purpose [12:46] Examining your beliefs can give you that breakthrough [14:20] Awakening to your purpose brings back spirituality [16:42] The real journey home is to the healthiest version of yourself [20:32] Stop beating yourself up and start forgiving yourself [22:55] Suffering is optional [24:20] Feel the darkness, but never close [26:37] The essence of forgiveness and gratitude practice [28:14] Menopause and how it affects women’s perspective and fears [30:01] The MENO-Mate pillars; How menopause affects women’s sexuality [32:12] Our beliefs shape our reality [34:22] Embrace your femininity [35:43] Menopause is the beginning of freedom [39:27] Finding the joy in what you do [41:18] Our outside world is a reflection of who we are [43:28] How to figure out our core values [45:20] Identifying where you feel in lack of [45:57] Reflecting on frustrating moments can unlock your core values [47:57] We need to move past money shame [49:00] Your emotions are your guide to help you decide what you do next [50:20] Listen to your emotions and unanswered needs [52:08] Start meeting our own needs [53:02] Working with your inner child [54:53] Schizophrenia and the shadow self [56:29] What happens to you doesn’t define who you are [58:21] People need to have the self-awareness to know that they need help [59:46] Awakening to your purpose is a daily effort, not a one-time high [1:02:07]
About the Guest:
Annabel Wilson is the founder and director of Living Ashram. Formerly the managing partner of Athena Equity Partners, she devoted her time to finding the antidote to universal disconnection, anxiety, fear, suffering, and overall lack of wellbeing.
Her wish is for humanity to stop beating themselves up and start forgiving themselves. She is also dedicated to helping people become the healthiest version of themselves through the Living Ashram.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Visit Annabel Wilson’s website (https://livingashram.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: A Course in Miracles (https://amzn.to/2AqwiQZ) Autobiography of a Yogi by Pramahansa Yogananda (https://amzn.to/2VHw9jt) The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself by Michael Singer (https://amzn.to/3gniQNi) May Cause Miracles by Gabrielle Bernstein (https://amzn.to/3eYxlqg) The Alphabet Versus the Goddess by Leonard Shlain (https://amzn.to/2YRS6hY) It’s Not Your Money by Tosha Silver (https://amzn.to/38kEajE)
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We all want to age gracefully, but the truth is that aging isn’t always glamorous. Women going through menopause deal with a lot of difficulties because aside from the emotional turmoil, there are also physical pains and dysfunctions like having osteoporosis. Women over the age of 50 are the ones most likely to develop this disease, but the good news is there’s something we can do about it.
In this week’s podcast episode, I talk with Sarah Purcell, a former investment banker turned Pilates and Yoga teacher. When Sarah was diagnosed with osteoporosis, she searched for ways to heal and found that movement and weight-bearing activity were the keys to fighting this disease.
During our conversation we discussed what osteoporosis is, the role of good nutrition for better health, how Sarah reversed her osteoporosis to osteopenia, the difference between osteoporosis and osteopenia, managing niggling aches and pains, and she also shows us a few exercises that we can do.
If you want to grow healthier and stronger as you age this episode is extremely helpful. Tune in to this podcast today!
What's Discussed in This Episode: How Sarah was diagnosed with osteoporosis [3:16] What is osteoporosis [4:57] The importance of good nutrition [5:11] Controversy of where to get the bone building elements [6:24] Wolff's Law [8:39] Menopause and osteoporosis [9:37] Sarah's solution to her osteoporosis problem [13:08] Bone density vs. bone quality [14:02] How osteopenia is different from osteoporosis [15:28] The first step to moving more - walking [16:43] Taking ownership of your health [21:53] The LIFTMOR protocol [23:06] Bone building exercise - deadlifts [24:02] Pathologic fractures with women who have osteoporosis [26:00] How to manage niggling aches and pains [26:57] Owning your ranges of motion [27:51] Breathing and alignment [28:33] Kyphosis, rhomboid push ups [29:21] Type of movement for those with a rounded spine [30:39] The need to "make friends" with your body [33:51] Viewing exercise as our "job" [37:12] Sarah explains how she’s helping women overwhelmed by weightlifting [38:10] Further discussion on managing niggling aches and pains [42:57] The importance of having a community to get support [48:45] Other exercises to do [49:32]
About the Guest:
Sarah Purcell is a long-time Pilates and Yoga teacher. She is certified to teach the Restore Your Core method that has helped her resolve the little aches and pains of peri-menopause and has created the Bone Boot Camp for Osteoporosis which promotes bone growth. Through weight-bearing activity, she successfully reversed her osteoporosis diagnosis into osteopenia.
She enjoys working one-on-one with clients to assess and tailor a program for them whether it’s in-person in Florida, or online via Zoom.
Sarah’s goal is to spread the word that aging does not have to mean core and pelvic floor dysfunction and aches and pains that keep coming back. And that we can grow stronger and healthier as we age!
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Visit Sarah Purcell's website (https://www.sarahpurcellmovement.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Estrogen matters by Avrum Bluming, MD and Carol Tavris, Phd (https://amzn.to/3dTcxzg) Younger next year by Chris Crowley & Henry S. Lodge, MD with Allan J. Hamilton, MD (https://amzn.to/3f54PTS) Mini Habits (https://amzn.to/2Zwyf76)
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We are all born dignified but somewhere along the way we lose our dignity due to factors like the society, our families, people we’re in a relationship with, and a lot more. It is our duty to reclaim what we have lost and start living a dignified life because without dignity there’s not much left of us. It’s not too late to start now, you’ll be surprised at the good things that await you.
In this podcast episode, I have a conversation with Lin Eleoff. Lin and I share a lot of things in common like how we have made a shift from our profession to being committed to work and help women become a better version of themselves. We focus our talk on dignity, how we lost it and how we can reclaim it. Lin explains how we can start bridging the disconnect between the mind and body, reasons why we have to ‘Woman Up’, and how we can start playing the cards we have regardless of our situation, etc.
Listen to this podcast and let’s begin the work of reclaiming our dignity.
What's Discussed in This Episode: Lin gives an overview of her background and what she does [3:08] Lin's personal story of how she lost her dignity [9:42] How women are just starting now to see their true worth [13:16] Why the message of feminism is misunderstood [13:40] The need for permission - a dignity issue [15:34] How Lin helps women find out what they want when faced with uncertainty [17:46] Bridging the disconnect between the mind and body [19:51] Next best step to turn from shame to self-acceptance [23:32] Why we have to 'Woman Up' [29:31] Knowing how to play the cards you have [31:46] Lin talks about her thyroid crisis [33:08] Reframing even adverse events to become the best thing [36:47] When to start listening to our bodies [38:29] Asking the question 'Will this dignify me?' [44:14]
About the Guest:
Lin is a triple certified MIND-BODY-BUSINESS Transformation Teacher and Coach. She's also a lawyer, author, and speaker.
Lin's superpower is her ability to quickly get to the heart of what's holding a woman back. Her NEW Self Care Model is rooted in mind management mastery and self-awareness, along with dignity and integrity, all of which form the foundation for our becoming the highest, most beautiful and fulfilled version of ourselves.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Lin Eleoff’s Cover Your ASSETS Online (https://coveryourassetsonline.com/) Visit Lin Eleoff's websites: Lin Eleoff | Gutsy Glorious Living for the Female Entrepreneur (https://www.lineleoff.com/) Blunt Force Dieting (https://www.lineleoff.com/)
Books mentioned in this episode: The Dignity Diet (https://amzn.to/2UWnolk)
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Racism is real and not something new but continues to go unaddressed because there has been little to no acknowledgment of how it is affecting us as a society. Another thing that’s real is that our traditions and beliefs shape who we are, and that it can either empower us or limit us to becoming our best selves.
In this week’s podcast episode, I talk with SharRon Jamison, she tells us of her experiences with racism. She also talks about the difference between truth and beliefs, and how we can walk into the fullness of our humanity without the stamp of societal, religious, or institutional approval. She also encourages women in midlife and menopause to stand up today and ‘not settle’ because it is the most powerful time to do so, considering the influence we already have, and the importance of loving yourself and others as it is the path to becoming your best self.
Tune in to this episode.
What’s Discussed in This Episode: SharRon’s background [4:44] What it means to ‘not settle’ for what society tells us [5:46] Broadening beliefs about who God is [9:36] Reasons why midlife and menopause is powerful [14:19] Differentiating truth and beliefs [15:11] Dr. G tells of her realization of the racism she was raised with [18:55] Challenging one’s belief about race [19:42] The importance of self-revelation [20:37] Discomfort [21:16]
The role women in midlife play today [24:36] SharRon’s experience with racism [27:16] Why we can’t afford to generalize because of our experiences [32:22] Knowing other cultures to better yourself [33:58] Shifting your perspective for big changes to happen [35:33] Truth does not need defense (defense as a marker for a lie) [36:01] SharRon shares how what she does moves women into more profit [42:46]
PESTS [45:41]
Passed down beliefs Expectations Should’s Trauma Stories Question: What would you tell people if you had five minutes to speak? [46:44] Loving yourself and loving others [50:52]
About our Guest:
SharRon holds a BA from Hampton University and a MBA from Nova Southeastern University; and is currently pursuing her Masters of Divinity degree at the Interdenominational Center in Atlanta, Georgia.
She works for a Fortune 500 company and she currently serves as a minister at the Victory for the World Church in Stone Mountain, Ga.
SharRon is also the author of the award-winning book, ” I Have Learned A Few Things”.
Resources: Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Visit SharRon’s website: (https://sharronjamison.com/) SharRon’s coaching program: You Can Depend On You (https://sharronjamison.com/you-can-depend-on-you/) Follow SharRon on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/sharronjamison/) Subscribe to SharRon’s YouTube channel (https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCUlOsKmWW25ij1K_y1FlF-A) Visit SharRon’s Facebook Page (https://www.facebook.com/DaretoSoarHigher/) Follow SharRon on Twitter (https://twitter.com/SharRonJamison)
Books: The Alphabet Versus the Goddess (https://amzn.to/2YrK8L1)
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For a woman going through menopause, life is no longer as it was before, but this shouldn’t stop us from wanting better. Something can be done should you choose change and take action, and remember, help is available be it in the form of The Menopause Movement or consulting with other experts like our podcast guest today.
In this week’s episode I bring to you Dr. John Carrozzella, an expert in hormone replacement, sexual health & dysfunction, and age management for both men and women. Dr. Carrozzella witnessed firsthand the horror of menopause with his first wife, they sought help from numerous doctors and were able to get optimal results when they consulted with a hormone expert. From then on, it has been Dr. Carrozzella’s mission to help as many people as he can with their hormone problems.
Tune in to this informative episode today!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Visit Dr. John Carrozzella’s website for more information (https://www.hormonesandwellness.com/patients/new-patients/) Intermittent Fasting for Today's Aging Woman (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-032-intermittent-fasting-for-todays-aging-women-with-dy-ann-parham/) Which Intermittent Fasting Method is Right for You (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/which-intermittent-fasting-method-is-right-for-you/) The Power of Pleasure with Julia Lally (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/the-power-of-pleasure-with-julia-lally/) Increasing Your Pleasure Using The Jade Egg with Julia Lally (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-049-increasing-your-pleasure-using-the-jade-egg-with-julia-lally/)
Books mentioned in this episode: Wheat Belly by William Davis (https://amzn.to/3ej4SuU) Deep Nutrition by Dr. Catherine Shanahan (https://amzn.to/3e5Dn88)
What’s Discussed in This Episode: How Dr. John Carrozzella transitioned to becoming a hormone expert [4:52] Story of when Dr. Carrozzella left traditional medicine [10:58] Problems private practitioners deal with patients and insurance companies [11:26] Hormone therapy in menopause [17:49] Symptoms of low testosterone in men and women [22:17] The problem with tests conducted for men and women [25:39] Positive responses with testosterone and women [28:01] Addressing weight gain issues for women in menopause [28:32] Why hormonal imbalance is associated with weight gain or weight loss [32:00] The Hashimoto disease [35:11] Weight management and being healthy [40:47] The direct correlation between hormones and diseases associated with aging [44:44] Pellets for hormone therapy [46:58] Costs of a consultation and treatment from Dr. John Carrozzella [49:33] Sexual rejuvenation [53:32]
About the Guest:
Dr. John Carrozzella was an orthopedic surgeon for 25 years before he switched his focus to the non-traditional medical centers of hormone replacement sexual health and dysfunction and age management.
In August 2016, Dr. Carrozzella was awarded a master's degree in metabolic and nutritional medicine from the University of South Florida. He became a diplomat of the American Board of anti-aging and regenerative medicine in 2013. He carries a certificate in Sexual Medicine from the American Academy of anti-aging medicine, a certificate in advanced endocrinology from the University of South Florida and a certificate in advanced bioidentical hormone therapy from Worldlink medical.
He currently practices in Orlando, Florida where he serves the needs of patients with hormonal deficiencies, sexual dysfunction, incontinence, nutritional imbalances and age management issues.
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People often associate success with luck but if you sit down and chat with those who have reached success, you’ll learn that luck had nothing to do with it. There is more to it than just being lucky to reach the top, and that’s what we hear from this week’s episode.
In this podcast I talk with one of my mentors, James Wedmore. He happily shares the role of one’s spirituality when it comes to business success and even with our relationship with money, he gives helpful advice to those who are living in fear so they can get out of it, and provides his personal perspective on why this COVID-19 is a reset and the opportunities that you can seize in a time like this.
There are great takeaways from this episode especially for those seeking to get out of their current situation so they can live their best life yet. Tune in now!
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Why processes are important when scaling [5:29] How James influenced Dr. G’s spirituality [8:15] James’ shares how he started his business journey [9:01] Implications of developing a spiritual practice [13:38] Structure, strategy, process combined with intention and spirituality [19:46] Struggles are not reason to give up [22:22] Understanding our relationship with money [23:46] Knowing the true source of money and remaining connected [26:00] The economy in the pandemic [27:24] Why fear disrupts your life and your business [32:33] Importance of making decisions out of faith not fear [34:54] Recommendations for those stuck in fear to help them get out [43:59] James’ view on COVID-19 and how it’s a reset [49:51]
About the Guest:
James Wedmore is an introvert from Laguna Beach, CA who has spent the past 8 years teaching online entrepreneurs how to leverage the power of online video and YouTube with such courses and programs like Video Traffic Academy and 48Hr Film School.
Starting in 2016, he made a massive shift to focus on a big gap that he saw missing in the marketplace: The Mindset of Entrepreneurs. He launched a podcast (Mind Your Business) and a new flagship program (Business By Design) to help other content creators, authors and coaches thrive online.
James also facilitates a high-level mastermind called The Inner Circle.
His motto is simple: Work hard, play harder!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Mind Your Business Podcast (http://mindyourbusinesspodcast.com/) Get James’ program Business By Design (https://www.jameswedmoretraining.com/a/15799/7qybvLTU)
Books mentioned in this episode : The Abundance Book by John Randolph Price (https://amzn.to/2MHxpyi)
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George Floyd's tragic death while in police custody has sparked outrage all over the country. Incidents like this shows the ongoing problem with racism and how it wreaks havoc in our lives especially in the black community. There is a need to speak up and to have conversations regarding racism and to start asking ourselves ‘What can I do to see change?’.
This podcast episode is from one of my Facebook live sessions where I talk with women in The Menopause Movement community about racism and it’s a really difficult conversation to have. Maybe some will ask, what does this problem have to do with menopausal women? Well, I’d say, a lot. I believe that we, menopausal women, have influence, we have a voice that we can use to educate and draw healthy conversations about this issue especially with the people that surround us like our children and grandchildren, co-workers, friends, etc.
Our silence doesn’t help at all. Tune in to this episode.
What's Discussed in This Episode: The George Floyd tragedy [2:23] The problem of race in America - White Supremacy [3:00] Incidents involving racism [3:46] How our black brothers are constantly living in fear [4:27] The issue of institutional racism [4:31] My friendship with Dionne [4:42] Choosing human privilege [5:15] The need to speak up about white privilege [6:13] My conversation with my son regarding the incident [7:00] Love and gratitude [7:37] How we do not actually differ so much from one another [8:30] My friend's experience with racism (an encounter with the police) [9:34] Video Clip (Jane Elliott) [10:42] Why not everything done 'that way' is always 'the right way' [12:01] Educating one's self regarding racism [14:21] How menopausal women can help address the racism issue [16:18] Things you can do to improve yourself and to address the racism problem [17:40] Reason why most people are silent about racism [18:07] Racism as a human rights issue [25:48] Change starts with us [31:03]
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Join in on the next beta group (https://bit.ly/betawait) Episode 001 Managing Anxiety (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/ep01/) Episode 033 Why Do We Get Anxiety In Menopause? (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-033-why-do-we-get-anxiety-in-menopause/) Follow Jane Elliott an Anti-racism activist on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/Jane-Elliott-123622045910) 13th (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/13th_(film))
Books mentioned in this episode :
White Fragility (https://amzn.to/2XvS7aH)
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Domestic violence is real and reports saying that there is a decrease in cases is far from true. Why? Because victims are actually struggling in silence. Many women are trapped in a situation that they can’t get out of easily. This shouldn’t be just a fight of one, this should be our fight. What’s important now is for us to not turn a blind eye or a deaf ear to what’s happening but be sensitive and ready to take action when the situation calls for it.
In this week’s episode, Miki Sturges shares very important insights regarding the reality of domestic violence and how a lot of women are suffering especially during this pandemic. As a woman who experienced abuse herself, Miki talks about the signs of abuse, using codes to ask for help, how to plan an escape now, and the importance of rewiring your brain to get out of the victim mentality.
If it’s freedom you want or you want to help someone being abused, this is the episode for you.
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Connect with Miki on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/coachingwithmiki) Follow Miki on Instagram (https://www.instagram.com/mikisturges/) Join the Rise Up Women Facebook Group (https://www.facebook.com/riseupwomenmovement/) Visit Miki’s website (https://mikisturges.com/) Episode 20 Healing from the Past with Miki Sturges (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-020-healing-from-the-past-with-miki-sturges/)
Book(s) mentioned in this episode: Educated by Tara Westover
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Reason why reports on domestic abuse cannot be trusted [7:22] Signs of domestic abuse [9:26] The use of a ‘code’ to ask for help [13:42] The necessity of planning an escape in this pandemic [15:42] Understanding your worth and believing that you can do it [22:12] When family members/pets are abused [23:43] Removing the fantasies that keep you from being free [26:29] How Miki rewired her view of love [29:30] Understanding that God has a plan for you and suffering isn’t what He wants [30:21] Rewiring your brains to get out of the victim mentality [32:48]
About the Guest:
Miki Sturges is a life coach, passionate about helping women get out of the feeling of unworthiness, insecurity, and hopelessness and find their God-given greatness so that they can live a life filled with joy, security, and hope and be free to go after their dreams!
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Living in a masculine-dominant society means that there’s little focus on women’s sexual pleasure. Emphasis is placed on how women can please men.
As women, our well-being is tied to our sexual health. To take away pleasure is similar to cutting women off from their own lives. But when a woman is sexually empowered, she gets closer to becoming who she actually is.
In the second installment of our sexual health series, we welcome back the Pleasure Witch, Julia Lally, who’s here to talk about the ancient Taoist sexual wellness tool, the jade egg. We go over the bad rap associated with it and its use for strengthening the pelvic floor. Julia also talks about the power of sexual healing, the vagina as a consciousness, and castration. In the end, we find out the benefits of sexual opening.
It’s time to reclaim your sexual power. If you’re curious how the jade egg can help you achieve greater pleasure, tune in to this episode now.
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Check out Julia Lally’s website to get your Breast Massage audio guide (http://julialally.co.uk/)
Here are the books mentioned in this episode: Vagina (https://www.amazon.com/Vagina-New-Biography-Naomi-Wolf-ebook/dp/B008H33V4O)
What’s Discussed In This Episode:
What is the jade egg or Yoni egg [06:11] Unsanitary issues associated with the jade egg [11:13] The lack of worry tied to sex toys [15:22] Benefits of strengthening the pelvic floor [17:19] Total surrender through the jade egg [21:50] The ripple effect of a healthy sex life [23:44] The effect of the vagina on consciousness [25:51] Castration as the suppression of women’s well-being [29:08] Increasing blood flow to heal the vagina through breast massage [33:51] The prevalence of masculinity in the world [41:09] The benefits of sexual opening [48:17]
About the Guest:
Julia Lally is a self-proclaimed Pleasure Witch, a ferocious advocate for the power of your orgasm. A sex and empowerment coach for women and couples, she works with women who are wracked with the need to please. She is an advocate for helping women access the courage and tenacity to become who they actually are.
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The world is no longer as it used to be, this is a fact we have to face ever since the onslaught of COVID-19. We are now observing a new normal that we are still adjusting to. We have been quarantined for weeks, and with this disruption, we sometimes find ourselves no longer as productive as before or even doing things that we never considered to do in the past, thus the feelings of guilt and anxiety can start to overtake us.
In this podcast episode I open up and give an honest recount of some of the things I am dealing with during this disruption. I seek to give each one the encouragement you need and to tell you that feelings of ‘not being okay’ shouldn’t stress you out because IT IS OKAY TO NOT BE OKAY RIGHT NOW.
Tune in to this episode and know that you are not alone.
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Maslow Hierarchy Diagram (https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Maslow%27s_hierarchy_of_needs)
What’s Discussed in This Episode: The world is no longer as it used to be [0:26] If you’re feeling down, it’s okay [2:17] Anxiety due to the real risk this crisis poses [4:02] Being grateful [5:00] The Maslow Hierarchy [6:49] Why you should go easy on yourself [8:30] Awakening to a new reality [8:42] Challenge to do three things in line with your grand vision [9:12] Behavior change starts with a decision [9:43] Why guilt doesn’t help [10:41] Forgiveness starts with you [11:56] My choice today [12:35] Suffering is just an option [13:05]
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We all go through uncertain times, and we’re all going through it now because of this pandemic that has changed the way we live. Aside from that, we, women going through menopause also face the daily struggle of the disruption that this period brings into our lives. Coping and surviving is already a feat that to thrive just seems to be too much to ask, but this podcast will make us think otherwise.
In this podcast episode, Dana Grant, who is an intuitive coach, shares helpful ways we can thrive even in the midst of uncertainty. She shares the struggles she faced and the lessons she learned along the way that made her who she is now. Her menopause journey is also something that will inspire us to seize the opportunity that this period of our lives brings as it might just be the pivotal moment that will change us for the better.
Tune in to this episode and open your eyes to the reality that thriving is possible even when in the midst of uncertainty.
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Connect with me on Instagram (@drmichellegordon) Follow me on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/DrMichelleGordon) Visit Dana Grant’s website (https://www.thedanagrant.com/) Follow Dana’s instagram (@therealdanagrant) Connect with Dana on Facebook (https://www.facebook.com/dana.grant.1276)
Books: Super Attractor by Gabby Bernstein (https://www.amazon.com/Super-Attractor-Methods-Manifesting-Wildest-ebook/dp/B07MB473MF) Autobiography of a Yogi by Paramahansa Yogananda (https://www.amazon.com/Autobiography-Self-Realization-Fellowship-Paramahansa-Yogananda-ebook/dp/B00JW44IAI/ref=sr_1_2?dchild=1&keywords=Autobiography+of+a+Yogi&qid=1589286159&s=digital-text&sr=1-2) Becoming Supernatural by Joe Dispenza (https://www.amazon.com/Becoming-Supernatural-Common-People-Uncommon-ebook/dp/B0746RN3G7/ref=sr_1_1?dchild=1&keywords=becoming+supernatural&qid=1589286210&s=digital-text&sr=1-1)
What’s Discussed in This Episode: Dana’s journey to becoming an intuitive coach [4:02] Understanding simplification and how to get started [11:38] Recommendations for self-care especially for busy people [13:37] Practical things to do to calm one’s self in this crisis [16:01] Dana’s menopause journey [19:05] Rebuilding yourself even with the disruption of menopause [23:25] What Dana does in intuitive coaching [27:30] Becoming spiritual and experiencing true freedom [29:35] Dana shares how the card she picked resonated with me [34:48] What to expect when working with an intuitive coach [38:47] Where you can find and connect with Dana [41:45] Dana’s quick intuitive reading of me [42:59]
About the Guest:
Dana Grant is a certified Master Life Coach. She helps her clients dramatically pivot from fear to freedom and from self-loathing to self-love. According to her, transformation may take time but it’s all worth it!
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We are taught to follow a certain path in life. From our childhood until we become adults, we are obsessed with meeting expectations. But a life filled of other’s demands becomes devoid of joy and enthusiasm.
Life is too short to wait for permission to go for our dreams. But sometimes we need that push from someone to live the life we’ve always wanted.
In today’s episode, Linda Babulic talks about the role stress plays in our lives and how support is so important in life. Women are often taught to give away their power, so Linda tells us how we can take it back and deal with the voices inside our heads telling us we’re not enough. Linda also shares her experiences in sermonic traditions, vision quests, and sacred moon cycles.
It’s time to live a life filled with zest. If you’re someone who wants more in your life, then tune in to this episode now!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join our free Facebook group for support and community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MenopauseMovement Reach out to Linda at her website: https://lindababulic.com/ What are your dreams and desires? What do you really want in your life? Receive Linda Babulic’s FREE GIFT e-book to crystallize what you want in business and life. http://bit.ly/GetZESTnow Here are the books mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul
What’s Discussed In This Episode: The big learning experience from her medical emergency [05:31] What happened when she gave away her power [10:38] The view of women existing only to serve men [16:47] How to overcome your fear and deal with the voice inside your head [19:24] Looking for opportunity and reframing [25:32] Preparing women for change [29:47] Becoming detached from the outcomes [32:12] The stages in life women go through [37:33] Her experience doing a vision quest [42:17] The sacred moon cycle [47:06] The opportunity for forgiveness [52:14]
About the Guest:
Linda Babulic is a personal business strategist, speaker, certified dream coach, and author of Amazon international bestselling book, ZEST Your Life. She has worked with people of all walks of life including the first female prime minister of Canada, the honorable Kim Campbell and even inmates serving life sentences. She helps women move from confusion and chaos to clarity so that they can be confident to live the life they want.
Her mission is to move people to a place of power, perseverance, and zest. She is the creator of the one-to-one coaching program called 1:1 Influence Builder.
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Different people react to a crisis in different ways. Some look at the opportunities, while others become anxious and think it might be the end of the world. In times like these, we may find that people act differently from who they are at normal times.
No one is perfect. But there are positive and negative sides to each person, and one way to figure out how a person will react is to look at their Enneagram.
In this episode, we have back Enneagram expert Stephanie Davis. She and I talk about how different enneagram types are affected by this global reset. She tells us about the different harmonic triads and each enneagram types reaction to stress.
If you’re curious how people are responding to this crisis and how it relates to their Enneagram type, then jump in to this episode now.
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Grab our free training on going from MENO-Misery to MENO-Mate here: https://learn.menopausemovement.com/start-here Join our free Facebook group for support and community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MenopauseMovement Watch the first podcast with Stephanie Davis here: https://www.drmichellegordon.com/tmm-podcast-episode-019-the-enneagram-with-stephanie-davis/ Visit Stephanie Davis’ website here: https://www.enneagramtraining.com/ Join Stephanie Davis’ Facebook Group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/enneagramopenings/
What’s Discussed In This Episode: The enneagram as a dynamic system [04:19] The difference between the Harmonic Triads [07:04] How information and beliefs influence the reactions of each type [12:02] Introduction into subtypes and instincts of self-preservation, social, or sexual [17:10] How each enneagram reacts to stress [23:34] The positive and negative movements of each type [30:11] Type 1 [30:19] Type 2 [32:29] Type 3 [34:33] Type 4 [37:11] Type 5 [42:20] Type 6 [43:21] Type 7 [44:33] Type 8 [46:27] Type 9 [48:25]
About the Guest:
Stephanie Davis is a certified and accredited enneagram professional with distinction and has been teaching enneagram for almost 30 years. She is educated in business, psychology, and systems theory. A certified Master Trainer of NLP and in Core Transformation, she has also studied Reiki, Matrix Energetics, Mandala Assessment, Research Instrument, and metaphors of movement.
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Social distancing, business disruptions, and employment furloughs have placed us into a new normal. With people stuck at home and worried about money, finding novel ways of earning an income is key to thrive.
An online business presents an opportunity that should be taken advantage of. But the older women have been wary of going down this route. Fortunately, we have a successful online entrepreneur from the typewriter generation to convince us otherwise.
In today’s episode, we have Scrappy Frontier founder, Colleen Kochannek, teach us how to start an online business including the logistics and nuances involved. It’s important to recognize your own genius and not assume everyone knows what you know. Colleen and I also go through the role permission plays for women over 50.
Now’s the time to start your own business. If you’re looking for that extra push to finally go for your dreams, then this episode is perfect for you!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Grab our free training on going from MENO-Misery to MENO-Mate here: https://learn.menopausemovement.com/start Join our free Facebook group for support and community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MenopauseMovement Check out James Schramko’s website here: https://www.superfastbusiness.com/ Visit the Scrappy Frontier website: https://www.scrappyfrontier.com/
What’s Discussed In This Episode: Why it’s important to start an online business now[04:05] The cart before the horse syndrome people suffer from [08:03] Building your audience as the first step [11:38] Using Facebook to find your audience [15:41] The importance of messaging [22:02] Exchanging something of value for an email address [23:12] Focusing on transformation and not the product [27:37] Why women in their 50s are suited for entrepreneurship [31:39] The need to examine your beliefs [40:03] Why women look for permission [44:10]
About the Guest:
Colleen Kochannek is the founder of Scrappy Frontier. She helps women from the typewriter generation become laptop entrepreneurs by starting their own online business. She had started her first online business after being laid off. Having experienced months of learning curves, second guessing, and technology trauma with her first online business, she started Scrappy Frontier to help women achieve their dreams of having their own online business without the excruciating process she went through.
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Yoga is a powerful tool for building your spiritual practice. Menopause is viewed as a woman’s second spring. With the multitude of changes happening in our bodies, we need a system that can help us navigate through this journey.
In this jam-packed episode, the founder of Menopause Yoga, Petra Coveney talks about her deeper purpose, the history of menopause in the UK, and finding truth in Eastern and Western philosophies. She discusses the cognitive impact of menopause and its (sometimes) subsequent grief. She also shares an exercise to reframe hot flashes and a powerful breathing technique to calm your nervous system.
You are not alone. If you’re looking for answers on how to face your menopause symptoms then tune in to the show!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Discover how to leave MENO-Misery behind through the MENO-Mate way of living here: https://learn.menopausemovement.com/start Download the factsheet on Cognitive Behaviour Therapy for Menopausal Symptoms Here: https://www.womens-health-concern.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/03/WHC-FACTSHEET-CBT-WOMEN-MAR2020.pdf Here are the books mentioned in this episode: Reflections of the Moon on Water
What’s Discussed In This Episode:
How did Petra get started doing menopause yoga? [04:24] Hormone replacement therapy and the cognitive impact of menopause [11:56] The sense of grief and loss felt by women [17:25] The importance of community [22:13] The spiritual journey involved [23:56] The significance of culture and society in women’s menopause experience [28:12] Women’s second spring as an opportunity for self-growth [32:32] Tips for managing stress and journal writing [41:12] A cognitive behavioral therapy exercise for hot flashes [46:50] The ocean breathing technique [53:26]
About the Guest:
Petra Coveney is the founder of Menopause Yoga, a new style of yoga designed to support women on their menopause journey by educating and empowering women with the knowledge needed to embrace their menopause as an opportunity for self-growth. She’s a senior teacher and teacher trainer for The British Wheel of Yoga and Yoga Alliance. Her Menopause Yoga Teacher Training course has been accredited and attracts teachers from all over the world.
A member of the British Menopause Society, Petra’s approach combines Eastern yoga breath work, meditation, and the philosophy of traditional Chinese medicine with Western medical science, cognitive behavioral therapy, nutrition and complementary therapies.
She is motivated by a drive to support women by improving menopause education and training a menopause teacher for every town in the UK, so women can practice where they live and build support networks.
Check out Petra’s website. Learn more techniques for managing your menopause symptoms on Instagram or Facebook.
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This global crisis we’re facing is frightening, and it’s something we’ve never seen before. Our healthcare system is completely overwhelmed. This is a war and it’s getting worse. With all the news reports and the remarks of our president, a lot of people are probably furious and scared.
However, it is important to understand what’s really happening to our country, to our people.
In this special episode, I’m going to give you a report on the frontlines of the coronavirus outbreak in New York. I’ll talk about why it may not spread to your area, why our healthcare system is close to breaking point, and what you can do to stay safe.
If you want to stay updated and know what’s happening in the coronavirus fight, then tune in to this episode now!
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What’s Discussed In This Episode: What happens to people who get COVID-19?[04:57] The pathophysiology of the virus [06:15] Drugs being used to treat the virus [13:39] How we can stop the spread [15:13] Building our community in this time of isolation [16:38] Why social gatherings may not happen for a while [18:31]
Disclaimer: In the midst of this global epidemic, I want to offer listeners whatever I can provide to keep people informed and up-to-date. This is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider.
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Physical distancing has become the norm around the world as we deal with an unparalleled crisis. Many of us stuck at home may feel anxiety and fear for the uncertain future ahead of us. Our emotions can take over making it harder for us to cope, while others shut down completely.
But rather than let our emotions flood our mind and affect our well-being, we have the power to act.
In this episode, Deirdre Fay and I talk about managing our emotions during the current pandemic and recognizing and reframing our triggers. This crisis has rocked the already troubled American healthcare system, so we need to step up and help our frontliners. Deirdre and I also discuss the role belief plays in reaching our potential and guides us through her waterfall breath to relieve stress.
We will overcome this crisis. If you’ve been feeling overwhelmed or haven’t felt anything at all, tune in and hopefully, you’ll find the help that you need in this episode!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Grab our free training on going from MENO-Misery to MENO-Mate here: https://learn.menopausemovement.com/start Join our free Facebook group for support and community: https://www.facebook.com/groups/MenopauseMovement Download Deirdre Fay’s free roadmap, The Safe Guide to Heal Trauma and Attachment here: https://dfay.com/safeguide Here are the books mentioned in this episode:
The Untethered Soul
What’s Discussed In This Episode: Coping strategies for people stuck at home[04:00] How to avoid your triggers while in isolation [06:24] How to catch yourself from being triggered and your trigger states [10:08] The problem with the American healthcare system [14:15] Going into the steady state [19:22] How you can help the frontliners [22:25] Helping women stuck in abusive relationships [27:23] The role of belief in shaping your life [29:35] The definition of adulting [33:56] The waterfall breath exercise [37:02]
About the Guest:
Deirdre Fay is a licensed clinical social worker and author of two books, while currently working on her third one. She lived in a yoga ashram for six and a half years learning meditation and body presence. She has spent 35 years working with individuals and groups helping them form solid, secure, and satisfying relationships with themselves and others.
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We often deal with trauma from our past by moving on. We move on without doing the work to deal with our issues, our pain. But by not allowing ourselves to heal from our old wounds, we allow the pain to surface again when we get older, when our bodies change and our hormones drop, which in turn, affect our emotions and our mood.
In this episode, Jill Romig talks about the journey she took to heal herself from her past to become the best version of herself. She also shares how positive affirmations can help you reach the success you desire.
It is never too late. If you’ve been dealing with the past coming up and preventing you from living your best life yet then tune in to this episode!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Check out Jill Romig’s website to get your 5 Tips to create your own personalized affirmations download https://www.jillmromig.com/ Here are the books mentioned in this episode: The Untethered Soul The Four Agreements The Success Principles True Meditation
What’s Discussed In This Episode: How did Jill get started helping women heal from their past? [03:51] How Jill was helped by Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR) [07:09] How to speak to ourselves and why that’s important [13:06] How the book, The Four Agreements, changed her life [20:55] Introverts and extroverts [26:34] Reconnecting with our sexuality and dealing with trauma [32:20] How our thoughts create our reality [40:36] What fear is and why failure is a door to possibility [44:07] The importance of affirmations done the right way for success [51:09] Finding God [55:12]
About the Guest:
Jill Romig is passionate about helping women make peace with their past, step into their own, and become more comfortable and confident in their skin through her Living Boldly coaching program. At 53, she finally figured a few things out and is excited to share with women struggling with aging, fitness, nutrition, intimacy, and fashion. Despite being an accomplished CPA and a fitness instructor for 25 years, she struggled for many years over her weight, self-image, self-worth, and self-esteem.
She made a shift in her mid-40s as she immersed herself into self-help and learned about the law of attraction, vibrations, source energy, and positive affirmations to become the best version of herself. All of what she has learned she then applied to her coaching program, Living Boldly.
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Resources: Subscribe and listen to my podcast (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Sign up for the online version of the MENO system at (https://learn.menopausemovement.com/start) or email us at (info@menopausemovement.com) Read Dr. Green’s blog about the immune system here (https://communityclinicalrx.com/supplements/all-about-your-immune-system/) Listen to podcast episode 36: Supplementation for Menopause Part 1 with Dr. Sharzad Green! (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/supplementation-for-menopause-part-1-with-dr-sharzad-green/) Check out Dr. Cate Shanahan’s book ‘Deep Nutrition’ (https://drcate.com/deep-nutrition-why-your-genes-need-traditional-food/) Become a part of a life changing community at the Menopause movement (https://learn.menopausemovement.com/the-menopause-movement-bundle)
The global health crisis due to the coronavirus has placed a huge emphasis on the need to take care of one’s body. If we wish to be part of the solution, then we have to make sure that we are healthy. Other than observing proper hygiene like the washing of hands, social distancing, and staying at home, there is also a need to boost the immune system to make sure that this virus doesn’t infect you and compromise your health.
Today’s podcast episode with Dr. Sharzad Green is focused on the topic of boosting the immune system. We will talk about the immune system, tips on managing stress, the benefits of sleep in boosting the immune system, and what supplements to take to boost the immune system. Dr. Green’s insights in today’s podcast are especially helpful in a challenging time like this.
Anyone who is serious about taking the necessary measures to be healthy especially at a time like this should listen to this podcast. Let’s support one another and I believe that we will see this through.
What we discussed in this episode: What is the immune system [7:45] Persons at risk if they contract the virus [8:59] Tips on how to manage stress [14:37] The importance of sleep to boost the immune system [22:30] The benefits of taking turmeric [24:41] The role of probiotics in boosting the immune system [30:41] Fish oil benefits and recommended intake [33:49] Mushroom extracts [34:39] Other helpful supplements for boosting the immune system [37:45] Amanda’s testimony of how The Menopause Movement changed her life [39:51]
About the Guest
With over 20 Years of experience in the area of pharmaceutical compounding, Dr.Sharzad Green has been a pioneer in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT), sexual dysfunction, adrenal fatigue & nutritional supplementation. Dr. Green is passionate about teaching other pharmacists and healthcare providers through individual or group courses. She started seeing patients for private self-paid consultations 20 years ago. Over 15,000 patients have benefited from her services. Dr. Green’s teaching for other healthcare providers has been ongoing for 15 plus years.
She is passionate about physical and mental health, quality of life and integrative medicine. She is an entrepreneur and the creator of FabuVag® vaginal moisturizer. FabuVag® is all-natural, no RX required and formulated based on studies. DM her for wholesale pricing. At www.fabuvag.com
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We are living in unprecedented times. The spread of the coronavirus or Covid-19 has caught us all unprepared. The response we see on social media, in the news, and even from our government has been fear. But our fear isn’t serving us. We’re here and we have to take action now.
In today’s episode, we’re going to have a different version of the Menopause Movement podcast. I’ll be talking about a different kind of fear, one that I was able to overcome. Then I’ll share with you my love of travel, how we can deal with this pandemic, and a little bit about social distancing.
The coronavirus may have infected our lives, but we can support each other. If you want practical tips for dealing with this pandemic, tune in to this episode now!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Our Menopause Movement Live workshop scheduled on 25 April 2020 in Manchester, UK has been cancelled. Ticket holders can either get a refund or a seat at the rescheduled event next spring. We are opening up slots in the online version of the MENO System. To find out more, send us an email here info@menopausemovement.com or go to https://learn.menopausemovement.com/start Use Clear to breeze through airports, stadiums, and more (https://www.clearme.com/)
What’s Discussed In This Episode: My love of travelling [4:44] Maintaining human connections via technology [7:41] Changing the way we look at the pandemic [8:29] Practical tips to stop the spread [9:12]
We have an important announcement. Unfortunately, our Menopause Movement Live workshop scheduled on 25 April 2020 in Manchester, UK has been cancelled. We’ll be reaching out to ticket holders who can choose to either get a refund or a seat at the rescheduled event next spring.
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Menopause is a significant phase in a woman’s life. It affects so many aspects of her health and well-being that the last thing she wants is to gain weight. Unfortunately, that’s exactly what happens. For many women, this stage in their lives led to them piling on a ton of weight.
You are already going through one of the biggest transitions in your life, in your body. The additional weight only puts a damper in your mood. But there are many ways to get rid of that unwanted weight gain.
In this episode, I talk a little bit about intermittent fasting as one of the methods for losing weight. It’s one of the biggest complaints I get, along with being moody and not sleeping.
Weight gain won’t stay for long. If you’ve been facing weight issues in menopause, this episode will surely give you helpful tips to lose those kilos!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Go to http://menopausemovementlive.com to buy tickets for Menopause Movement Live. The workshop is on 25 April 2020 at the Doubletree Hotel, Manchester-Picadilly. Don’t miss this life-changing event as we’ll be revealing the MENO-mate way of living! We are opening a few select slots for the MENO-mate before the end of March, so stay tuned! If you want to know more about intermittent fasting, check out Episode 032: Intermittent Fasting for Today’s Aging Women with Dy Ann Parham You may visit Dy Ann’s website to discover more about her Intermittent Fasting for Today's Aging Woman course.
What’s Discussed In This Episode: What is intermittent fasting? [3:45] Types of fasting [5:43] Tips for doing a fast for those with eating disorders [09:39] The benefits of intermittent fasting [13:03]
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There are so many supplements out there right now ready for any kind of needs that we have. But which supplements are good for us and which are not? What are the do’s and don’ts so we can fully take advantage of the benefits to ease our menopause symptoms?
Supplements are good especially if you know what kind you really need and have an idea of how to properly use them. For those of us who are going through so many changes all at once, it is important that we are sure what these supplements do to our body. Dr. Sharzad Green will help us understand.
In this episode, Dr. Green and I talk about supplements, progesterone, calcium, skincare and a whole lot more. If you’ve been looking for supplement advice, this episode will surely be helpful to you!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community Go to http:/learn.menopausemovement.com/start to find out more about The MENO-Mate way of living and to book a call with one of our MENO-Mates and find out if you are the next MENO-Mate! You may visit Dr. Green’s website to discover more about her Dr.SGreenRX@outlook.com Find out more about FabuVag here https://www.naturalvaginalsolutions.com/
What’s Discussed In This Episode: How I felt after cutting my hair short? [03:35] Why a vibrant sex life affects women? [06:42] Why having a relationship with yourself is ok? [07:01] Why childbirth is all about women? [09:36] Why supplements can be overwhelming? [12:14] How supplements help women? [16:39] Why you should talk to an expert and not Dr. Google or Wikipedia? [17:18] How important it is to seek expert advice? [21:51] Why we do it with the best intentions. [26:43] What are the common things that women use? [27:18] What are the symptoms of too much progesterone? [30:10] Why women experience insomnia? [30:55] Why do we feel like we have memory loss? [34:10] How important calcium is? [38:47] What can do for our skin? [47:29] What brand should we look for? [55:48]
About the Guest:
With over 20 Years of experience in the area of pharmaceutical compounding, Dr.Sharzad Green has been a pioneer in Bioidentical Hormone Replacement Therapy (BHRT), sexual dysfunction, adrenal fatigue & nutritional supplementation. Dr. Green is passionate about teaching other pharmacists and healthcare providers through individual or group courses. She started seeing patients for private self-paid consultations 20 years ago. Over 15,000 patients have benefited from her services. Dr. Green’s teaching for other healthcare providers has been ongoing for 15 plus years. Dr. Green can help your practice grow and succeed by doing your patient consultations or by teaching and guiding you and your staff. She can be a speaker at the next meeting with your group of doctors. Dr. Sharzad Green can teach them how to prescribe compounds especially BHRT. She is passionate about physical and mental health, quality of life and integrative medicine. She is an entrepreneur and the creator of FabuVag® vaginal moisturizer. FabuVag® is all-natural, no RX required and formulated based on studies. DM her for wholesale pricing. At www.fabuvag.com
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Aside from Menopause, another topic that is still often considered taboo is the female orgasm and the power of feminine pleasure! There is so much to know and learn here because it can transform a woman’s life, whether you are going through your menopause or not.
In this episode Julia Lally, The Pleasure Witch, talks about how pleasure can be used to empower women in so many ways. She shared with us how women should not be afraid or ashamed to choose to put their pleasure on top of their priority list.
If you are someone who thinks that you have put your self-happiness aside and want to take back your life then this episode is perfect for you!
Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Join the Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community http://menopausemovementlive.com early bird tickets for Menopause Movement Live available through 15 March and you can save 20%! The workshop is on 25 April 2020 at the Doubletree Hotel, Manchester-Picadilly. Don’t miss this life-changing event! Check out Julia Lally’s website to get your 8-days to ORGASM guide http://julialally.co.uk/ Here are the books mentioned in this episode: The Alphabet Versus the Goddess The Untethered Soul Rage Becomes Her Sex at Dawn
What’s Discussed In This Episode:
How did the Pleasure Witch come to be? [04:00]
Why did she pick the moniker witch? [08:11] Why does rage play a big role in this? [17:07] What is a normal sex life? [25:09] Are we really supposed to be monogamous? [31:42] How will this help women going through menopause? [36:59] How does this help women who are victims of rape? [43:39] How do you reconcile spirituality as part of this practice? [45:41] What is the most practical tip to help other women increase pleasure? [56:31]
About the Guest:
Julia Lally, The Pleasure Witch, is a renowned sex coach who is based in London. Julia started out as many women do, taking care of her family. After several years of doing the same thing, she felt empty inside and out. As she was struggling to find a way to her true happiness she realised that she had placed sex at the bottom of her list of priorities.
She was then introduced to Orgasmic Meditation, a 15-minute practice with a partner that has no goal but to feel. This opened her eyes to so many opportunities. After years of study and practice, Julia Lally now teaches what she has learned and is now known as The Pleasure Witch,
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Going through something that you can’t explain and fully understand is tough. Having no one to talk to about it is even harder. It takes a toll not just on your physical wellness but more importantly, your mental state.
In this episode Amanda talks about her journey before and after she joined The MENO System. Find out her struggles and how she was able to overcome them with the help of The MENO System. If you are suffering as you are going through this phase and you want to take your life back, then this episode is for you.
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Resources: Come and visit my website at (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/) Check my latest podcast or listen to the previous ones (https://www.drmichellegordon.com/podcasts/) Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon Online Community http://menopausemovementlive.com early bird tickets for Menopause Movement Live on 25 April 2020
What’s Discussed In This Episode: How Amanda discovered The Menopause Movement [04:11] What made Amanda so interested in The Menopause Movement [04:59] How The Menopause Movement helped Amanda bounce back from her accident [07:28] Why did Amanda gain weight even though her food intake didn’t change? [09:17] What are the benefits of CBD in Menopause? [10:41] What was Amanda’s biggest scepticism before signing up? [11:23] What does Amanda think of the program after signing up? [14:59] Amanda’s “Aha!” moment when she signed up for the program [16:55] How has Amanda's life changed as she started to implement the MENO Mate way of living? [20:02] Why Amanda likes the 6th module of the program [24:29] Why should you consider joining The Menopause Movement? [27:32] Why should you be a part of The Menopause Movement? [33:53] Is there any other community out there that would talk about the experiences of going through menopause? [36:02] What is Amanda’s message to those who are going through menopause? [39:14] Listen to Amanda’s testimonial [44:58]
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Why Do We Get Anxiety In Menopause?
Anxiety is probably the number one complaint along with weight gain that I hear from women who are in menopause. A lot of women had no Anxiety before having Menopause. Having great mental health is important to have a great life and that’s the reason why managing Anxiety is really important. Anxiety should not be ignored and it is a real thing that happens to women having Menopause.
Make sure to listen to this episode to find out how to manage anxiety and be in your best mental state.
What’s discussed in this episode: How to manage Anxiety Why it is important to know how Anxiety makes you feel How do you talk to yourself when you have Anxiety How does Anxiety reflect on your self-esteem What role does your story play in Anxiety How to fight FEAR and WORRY What are the key drivers of Anxiety
If you have any questions, thoughts, or ideas, you can share them with me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. You may also join our online community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon.
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Intermittent Fasting for Today's Aging Woman with Dy Ann Parham
We’ve always been told a healthy lifestyle means following specific dietary guidelines. We may end up following the trend or a diet a friend has been doing without really asking ourselves, “What’s good for me?” Every woman should have the opportunity to look and feel their best. However, we sometimes forget to listen to our bodies, and we end up wondering why what’s working for others isn’t working for us.
Today, we are joined by Dy Ann Parham, creator of the Intermittent Fasting for Today’s Aging Woman course. She’s here to share the setbacks she experienced in her health and the importance of changing your lifestyle to match the changes in your body. She explains how we have to be mindful of what we feel when we eat and how society has affected our lifestyle choices. Dy Ann also talks about the combination of intermittent fasting and a keto-like diet.
Make sure to listen to this episode to find out about intermittent fasting and choosing food that’s right for you. Don’t miss out, and use this opportunity to learn how to look and be your best.
Resources The Obesity Code: Unlocking the Secrets of Weight Loss by Dr. Jason Fung
About Our Guest
Dy Ann Parham is a wife, a mom, and an online fitness and nutrition coach who has worked in the health and fitness industry for over 25 years. She is a certified Precision Nutrition Exercise Nutrition Coach, as well as a certified running coach with the United Endurance Sports Coaching Academy. She created the Intermittent Fasting for Today’s Aging Woman course, teaching women across the globe how to heal their bodies.
Dy Ann’s Advice on Food and FastingHealth & Fitness Challenges Dy Ann worked in the health and fitness industry, nearly her entire adult life. In her younger years, she suffered from hypoglycemia. In her late 40s, she went through perimenopause. She became prediabetic and suffered precursor signs of Alzheimer’s. What was happening to Dy Ann was a result of her body chemistry changing and her not evolving with it. A change she noticed was gaining and maintaining belly fat no matter how much she exercised.
Change with Your Body Menopause is a natural state for women. Give your body the time to heal and make use of its resources. Over-dieting and overexercising can change the way the body works. When a woman’s body changes in the menopausal stage, she needs to figure out what it needs. No one answer fits all. Figure out what’s right for you. A diet plan that works for others may not necessarily work for you. Reflect on your lifestyle choices, such as alcohol consumption, and how it affects you.
Mindfulness in Food Consumption Dy Ann realized that she was experiencing chronic pain due to soy intolerance. She then started checking the ingredients of the products she was consuming. Be mindful of how you feel when you’re eating and after eating. We end up consuming food for emotional reasons, not for life-sustaining reasons. We have to heal ourselves emotionally and mentally so we can introduce food into our lives the way it was intended.
Food and Exercise in Society In society, food has often been used as a reward. Exercise, on the other hand, is a punishment. Exercise should be about rewarding yourself for future possibilities.
Misconceptions About Fat A fat-free lifestyle is not appropriate. We need fat to build our hormones. A researcher, Ancel Keys, made widely known the idea that fat was the leading cause of heart attacks. At the same time, studies on sugar as the main culprit of heart diseases were suppressed.
Intermittent Fasting The most common protocol for intermittent fasting is 16:8 – 16 hours of fasting, 8 hours of feasting. It is mostly for young people and those who work out. Another protocol is 20:4 – 20 hours fasting, 4 hours feasting. The 20-hour fasting allows aging woman to have enough time to reset their body chemistry.
Being Fat Adapted A person can become fat-adapted through intermittent fasting. Energized sense of calm: when our body’s fat adapted. You have an abundance of energy in a hungry state. You are emotionally and mentally sustained. When a person is fat-adapted, instead of burning glucose for fuel, you’re burning ketones.
Keto Feasting Dy Ann recommended intermittent fasting plus ketogenic diet without the strict rules. Dy Ann’s ketogenic diet recommendation: higher naturally occurring fats, moderate to low amounts of protein, and conscious carbohydrates Use nutrient-dense foods.
Custom Diets Many diet programs do not account for how you were raised, your family and cultural practices, and your daily routine. Find what makes you thrive and happy and build a ketogenic-like approach from there. Choose food that will fuel your body.
Benefits of Intermittent Fasting for Aging Women Intermittent fasting can help women heal physically, emotionally, and mentally. Fasting for aging women helps them become more comfortable with feeling hungry. You think again and get to make better choices.
You may visit Dy Ann’s website to discover more about her Intermittent Fasting for Today's Aging Woman course.
You may also contact her on Instagram or Facebook.
If you have any questions, thoughts, or ideas, you can share them with me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. You may also join our online community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon.
Get your early bird tickets for Menopause Movement Live on 25 April 2020 in Manchester, UK. http://menopausemovementlive.com
Not only will you get expert teaching from me and other experts, but you will also meet up with like-minded women and find community! We will also enjoy lunch together and that's included in your price! Don't miss it!
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Hormones After Menopause with Dr. Sharzad Green
As women get older, we get closer to our menopausal age. When this happens, we tend to have a hormone imbalance. As a result, we may experience symptoms of weakened bones and decreased sexual function.
Today, we’re back on the show with pharmacist Dr. Sharzad Green. She will be discussing the required laboratories for a proper hormone consultation, the importance of thyroid glands, what estrogen allergy is, the importance of calcium in postmenopausal women, sexual dysfunction in menopause, and the role of vaginal dryness.
Some women may avoid talking about these concerns, but they are important, and we need to be informed. Make sure to tune in to the podcast to learn new and insightful information!
About Our Guest
Dr. Sharzad Green is a pharmacist whose experience spans almost 30 years. Her primary focus is on women’s health. She specializes in integrative medicine, bioidentical hormone replacement therapy, adrenal fatigue syndrome, and sexual dysfunction. In addition, she conducts counseling for women regarding their hormonal situation.
Dr. Green’s Advice on Your Hormonal Situation
Proper Hormone Consultation Laboratory tests establish the situation of your body. Most people question the reliability of these tests, but they are necessary to understand the changes happening to your body. Without undergoing a laboratory test, you and your doctors will not have a reference point, especially when you are nearing your menopausal age. By having these tests, you can opt to undergo therapy and eventually check whether your body has improved or not. The first recommended test is to measure your estrogen levels, namely estradiol and estrone sulfate. As your estrogen levels drop, some biomarkers increase to indicate that you are nearing your menopause age. These two markers are called FSH or follicle-stimulating hormone and LH or luteinizing hormone. The next hormone to measure is your progesterone level. This hormone is usually the first to drop and affects your mood. The more your progesterone level drops, the worse the symptoms get. Progesterone is significant for your mood, sleep, and bones. Together with estrogen, it prevents endometrial cancer. Your testosterone level can also decrease years after you go into menopause. But for some people, it drops significantly before or at the onset of menopause. Low testosterone can prompt you to take supplements. Another test is to measure your DHEA sulfate, which is connected to adrenal fatigue syndrome. Having a thyroid panel could also benefit you and your doctor because thyroid imbalance could mimic female hormone imbalance.
Importance of Thyroid Function Green has no thyroid gland because it was surgically removed due to thyroid cancer. A fancy drug does not mean it would be effective for you. You and your doctor should determine which drugs work for your body. Hashimoto’s disease is an autoimmune disorder in which your body contains high antibodies, which can lead to your body attacking your thyroid gland.
Estrogen Allergy Bleeding due to hormone therapy is possible if you are not given the right estrogen dose or when you start therapy prematurely. It is not true that an allergy causes this bleeding. You are not allergic to your hormones. However, you may experience bloating, premenstrual syndrome or PMS, breast tenderness, and water retention because your body is not yet ready for the therapy. There is no such thing as estrogen allergy because all women produce estrogen in their bodies.
Importance of Calcium in Postmenopausal Your body must get about 1000 milligrams of calcium a day from food or food supplements. Your hormones protect your bones, but when their levels drop, you could lose the strength of your bones and eventually get osteopenia and osteoporosis. The combination of smoking and estrogen could increase blood clots, heart attacks, and strokes. If your bone density is abnormal, then you should consider hormone therapy - a very individualized thing.
The Role of Vaginal Dryness Not having enough estrogen in your body can cause vaginal dryness. Although it is not a publicly discussed topic, this happens a lot. It can cause bladder issues, frequent leakages, recurrent urinary tract infections, and yeast infections. Not having enough lubrication can result in thin and dry vaginal tissue, which can sometimes have cracks. This leads to painful sex.
Women’s Sexual Dysfunction Sex is a taboo and non-discussed subject. Your overall testosterone and estrogen levels influence sex drive. Sexual dysfunction can also be due to vaginal dryness.
Adrenal Fatigue Syndrome Adrenal glands are two glands on top of each kidney, helping you get through stressful situations. For instance, due to major stress, your adrenal glands have to work extra hard until they get exhausted. When this happens, you will also feel tired. Meditation is a recommended activity. High doses of vitamin C of at least 1000 to 2000 milligrams, B complex, and adaptogens can also help your body get through adrenal fatigue syndrome. However, the actual cure for this disorder is managing stress, having a proper diet, and exercise.
You may contact Dr. Sharzad Green at drsgreenrx@outlook.com or visit FabuVag website.
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At some point, we gave up on a dream we once wanted because of our past circumstances. Maybe you wanted to write a story, but you felt like it was not the right time. But who said it’s too late to reach that goal? No matter how old you are, you can always achieve your dream.
Today, we will be talking to Dr. Demi Stevens, the CEO of Year of The Book Press. In this episode, she will discuss how she founded and built her company over the years. She will also give out tips for aspiring authors like you so you can bring your ideas to life.
Make sure to tune in to the show to learn new and insightful ideas you could apply in your daily lives.
About Our Guest
Dr. Demi Stevens is the CEO of Year of The Book Press, which aims to help budding authors turn their dreams into published books. Demi has personally assisted in the production of 350 titles, ranging from children’s books to best-selling business books, by more than 125 authors. She also obtained degrees from West Virginia University, Capital Northwestern, and Ohio State. She was also the director of Paul Smith Library and conducts one-on-one coaching through the entire drafting, editing, and publishing process of a book.
Demi Steven’s Advice to Turn Your Dreams Into a Story
How It All Started Demi Stevens was a librarian for almost a decade. She noticed that early childhood education starts with books, so she made educational programs for the kids in her community. Demi went into a meeting where she thought about writing a book. She then gave it a try and started reaching out to people, despite being an introvert. Demi made a list of what aspiring authors would need to learn and decided that it would be a year-long process. Because of this, she thought that “Year of The Book Press” would be the perfect name for her company.
Initial Success Rate There were 57 people who attended the first day of her coaching services. About 48 of them were women who were almost in their menopausal age. They may have a goal or dream they put on hold but are once again willing to embrace. Out of the first attendees, 37 were able to finish their books, resulting in a 65% success rate.
Skin in the Game The first year of the Year of The Book Press was free. However, this was an obstacle to growth. Transformation can only begin once a transaction takes place. Spending money helps us commit to our goals and allows us to follow through with it. The implementation does not depend on how much money you spend, but on your dedication and belief in yourself.
Removing Obstacles You will only get better at something if you continue doing it. The faster you can fail forward, the better it will be for you. Everything in your life is a story. When you share your words, they make you more vulnerable. But your raw and real experiences are those worth sharing.
Remembering a Scene Our memories can be faulty. Thus, the best time to record an event is to write it at that time. We can identify themes in our own lives that reflect our readers’ feelings and experiences.
How to Get Started You need to sit down right at that moment and start writing your story. The most crucial step is to get all your ideas out there. You can make a bullet point of things you want to be part of your story and pick an item from there. Bring yourself back into that moment and pour out everything you can remember and everything you felt. Stop until you feel like you have dumped everything out onto your paper.
The Inception of an Idea Our ideas come from the universe. Writing can instill the fear of saying something and never getting the chance to take it back. It can also make you think you’ll no longer have a story to tell after. However, if you don’t take action on an idea, then someone else will bring it to life. If you don’t write about an idea, it’s not only you who is losing but also anybody who wants to hear that information. Find books that you love and take inspiration from the authors.
Words Have Power Women grew up in a patriarchal society where they tend to ask permission before getting started. But in reality, only you are holding yourself back from writing your dreams. A change in your behavior and mindset can help you build habits. Befriend the woman inside your head, and remember that voice is not you but is just your mind. Once you have written something, then you should consider yourself an author. Do not let your mind fool you into thinking you are an impostor. Nothing good comes out of staying comfortable. It would be best if you learned to embrace your fears.
You may contact Dr. Demi Stevens on Facebook or visit her website, Year of the Book, to know more about her services. You may also reach her through email, demi@yotbpress.com.
If you have any concerns or ideas, you can discuss them with me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. You may also join our online community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon.
I hope you enjoyed and learned something new from this podcast. I hope you can finally let go of your fears and start turning your dreams into a story. Thank you for listening!
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For so many years, society has imposed standards on how our bodies should look. A lot of us get very self-conscious about our bodies, sometimes even resorting to unhealthy methods to get the figure we want. While we aim for a fitter body, our lack of motivation can get in the way. We get frustrated and we struggle to reach our fitness goals.
Today, we are joined by Meaghan Faragasso, founder of Envy This Body. In this episode, she shares how she got started in her journey toward a healthier lifestyle. She also explains how she helps women appreciate and care for their bodies and not give in to society’s standards. Meaghan also talks about motivation, the tools she uses to help her clients, the foods to avoid and why, and how she treats women with thyroid issues.
Make sure to listen to this episode to find out about customized diet programs, and you will realize you still have a chance to lose weight and be healthier.
About Our Guest
Meaghan Faragasso is the founder of Envy This Body who aims to help women in their wellness and fitness journey. She specializes in custom nutrition and fitness programs for busy women. Meaghan is also an international fitness personality and has been modelling for over a decade. She has 20 years of experience as a personal trainer, life coach, and consultant for fitness companies.
Meaghan’s Advice on How to Get the Body You Want
Meaghan’s Road to Wellness Meaghan suffered from anorexia when she was young. Her countless hospitalizations awakened her to dedicate her life to helping women appreciate and care for their bodies.
Metabolic Reset Most women have tried different things to lose weight and get frustrated because there’s no progress. A metabolic reset can undo the damage our lifestyle has inflicted on us. It helps her clients lose fat and inflammation. And when they start losing weight drastically, they feel motivated and rewarded for their effort. The program also tracks your food intake and how it affects your energy and sleep, among other factors.
Hypothyroidism and Losing Weight Most doctors only look at the numbers and ignore the symptoms. It’s vital to address the symptoms because it doesn't matter what the numbers say; what matters is how you feel and how you're able to function. We must work on changing our nutrition to find the right macronutrients and micronutrients for us.
Checking Up on Clients Meaghan does coaching calls every week, going over her clients’ wins and struggles for the week. She and her clients discuss energy levels as well as hitting target marks. If the program is not easy, then it is not sustainable. Meaghan works with her clients in a one-on-one session instead of working in a group. She says they are more honest and open with their struggles in this setting.
Food Intake Affects Energy Meaghan says a particular type of social confidence has to be acquired to order your food. “If this is your health, you can’t do what everyone else can do.” She teaches her clients how to order food in a restaurant without the fear of being judged.
Consuming Alcohol As a neurotoxin, alcohol has drastic effects on our bodies. Advertisements on TV make alcohol sexy, but the reality is that it negatively affects our bodies.
Keto Diet and Custom Diet Program Meaghan does not prescribe any diet plan because every individual has different nutritional needs. She makes a custom diet, such as nutrition programming, to suit the needs of her clients. Meaghan sends a preliminary questionnaire to her clients to find out what they want to accomplish with their bodies. She calls her clients to explain the program and their customized diet plans.
What You Eat Matters You can disrupt your hormones by eating toxic foods. Even if you are conscious of the micronutrients in your food but don't understand calorie expenditure, it would still be a problem for your weight. It might cause health problems as well.
Exercise Nutrition is a significant factor in post-exercise recovery because it reduces muscle soreness. When you eat right, your post-workout recovery starts with anabolic metabolism (muscle building) instead of catabolic metabolism (muscle breakdown). For better recovery from an intense workout, combine protein and carbohydrates in your post-workout meal.
You may visit Meaghan’s website, Envy This Body, to know more about her services.
If you have any questions, thoughts, or ideas, you can share them with me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. You may also join our online community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon.
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A lot of people give up when they experience major breaking points in their lives. For us women, pregnancy and menopause are two of the most challenging phases. We feel overwhelmed with what's happening around us, and we can't seem to know our purpose, especially when we experience intense mood swings and other depressing events.
In today’s episode, Makhosi Candiss Pitts shares her life-changing experience, from the difficulty of conception to dropping out of medical school to pursue a spiritual journey. She further shares how it helped her become who she is today. She also explains the concept of shamanism and how she was able to help others discover their purpose in life.
Tune in if you want to learn more about shamanism and the importance of your spirituality in guiding you to achieve your purpose in life.
About Our Guest
Makhosi Candiss Pitts graduated with degrees in business and marketing. While she was preparing for medical school, she was at the top 1% of consultations in a direct sales company before realizing that she does not feel any sense of fulfilment. This situation led her to her spiritual journey toward shamanism.
Spiritual Gifts and Purpose with Makhosi Candiss PittsMakhosi’s Hormonal Issues Makhosi was diagnosed with having polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). It made her life difficult because she needed to take several pills and treatments. After she went off the pill, she got pregnant in two weeks.
The Effects of PCOS on Makhosi’s Pregnancy Makhosi says she was scheduled to undergo surgery to remove cysts on her ovaries. Before her surgery, she was asked to do a pregnancy test first. Her surgeon went up to her and told her that she was pregnant, and she said it was “some magical ovulation.” Her pregnancy with her son was challenging because she was still experiencing hormonal issues.
What is a Shaman? There is no cultural context to understand what a shaman is. The spiritual abilities and gifts are the “by-products” of being a shaman because anyone can possess these without being a shaman. A shaman’s role is to be a bridge between the physical and the spiritual planes. A shaman is born to become one, and there is no choice for them to decline.
Her Calling as a Shaman Doctors thought her spiritual experiences were rare illnesses. She was diagnosed with a bunch of different diseases. After she decided she was not going to medical school, her spiritual journey began.
Makhosi as the “Google Translate of Spirituality” Makhosi was more of a spiritual teacher in her healing practice, and she works with people of all backgrounds. One of her clients called her the “Google Translate of Spirituality” because she can translate spiritual concepts that can be applied in their lives in a way that they can understand.
How Spiritual Practice Makes a Difference The best spiritual practice is how we live our lives. Makhosi says the life we’re living is the physical manifestation of how we perceive our experiences.
Alignment with Our Purpose in Life Makhosi explained that we have to allow our perspective to shift. Spirits are always conveying messages through our personal experiences. At the end of the day, the higher self will always remind us to get back on track while the opportunity is still there
Resource Psycho-Cybernetics by Maxwell Maltz
Follow Makhosi on her Instagram, Facebook, and Youtube. You can also check out her website, The Royal Shaman.
If you have any questions, thoughts, or ideas, you can share them with me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. You may also join our online community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon.
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Reaching midlife can be a stressful and disorienting time, especially for women experiencing menopause. As we struggle with ageing, we tend to feel restless, and we start losing our sense of purpose. Coping with the discontentment and challenges present in midlife exhaust our energy and productivity. What can we do to find meaning in our lives in this vulnerable period?
In today’s podcast, we’re joined by Fay McLean. Since she was in her early 20s, Fay has founded several successful enterprises before moving to the executive management of a multimillion-dollar business. She is one of 55 entrepreneurial women from all over the world as a contributing author to the “Law of Attraction and Action: Volume 3”, she has also shared the virtual stage with the amazing Bob Proctor. Also, she has qualifications as a master results coach and a certification in neurolinguistic programming and business performance.
Make sure that you tune in to this episode as we discuss NLP, the importance of journaling and meditation, the power of our subconscious minds, how important passion is in running a business, and how our beliefs shape our reality. Find your midlife meaning today!
Here are the discussion points of this episode: (3:15) The skills of a neurolinguistic programming (NLP) practitioner (6:40) Being in the midlife range (8:05) Helping people reconnect with their inner child through journaling, meditation, and visualization (8:58) How journaling resolves identity crises (10:28) Miracle Morning SAVERS: silence, affirmation, visualization, reading, scribing (12:36) Meditation is what it is for you; anything that gets you in an entrancing, calming state is a form of meditation (18:02) No work, no game. If you want something different than what you currently have, you need to be prepared to do something around that. (18:50) Being an entrepreneur: If you’re in business, you’re generally providing a solution. (21:56) Why is competition vital in business? (25:38) Fay’s tips for women who want to start a business: Know what you’re passionate about and what is there a market for. (29:09) What work is worth it? When is the time to give back and help other people? (32:49) Revisit your passion. Don’t end up with a business that is just sucking and dragging you down. (35:44) Reassess what you want to be doing. Don’t get stuck in a job waiting for your retirement when you’re only 45. (38:50) The power of developing a spiritual practice (40:51) Finding meaning in midlife is a process, and everybody’s story is different (41:45) Look at how your beliefs are serving you (45:31) If you’re not feeling too good about yourself, there is always hope on the other side of it
Connect with Fay on her Facebook page and website. Watch for the launch of their new website, The Midlife Itch.
If you have any questions for Fay, or if you want to share your thoughts, don’t hesitate to email me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. If you’re interested in joining our online community, you may go to our Facebook community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon. Follow me at Dr. Michelle Gordon to be updated with my posts and upcoming events.
I hope this episode became a motivation and inspiration for you to discover your midlife meaning. Thanks a lot for tuning in!
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Our core is the entire support system of our body. It surrounds our spine and pelvis and connects our upper and lower body. It plays a huge part in our daily activities, which is why it is crucial to strengthen it. You can achieve core strength by knowing proper breathing techniques and having the right mindset.
This week, we are joined by Erica Ziel. Erica is the founder of Core Athletica and Knocked-Up Fitness. She is also a sought-after expert in fitness-infused Pilates, fascial training, core, and pre/postnatal exercises. Her mission is to help women feel their absolute best throughout every stage of womanhood. Erica has been featured in and has contributed to several publications such as The New York Times, People.com, Pilates Style Magazine, Oxygen Magazine, and Fit Pregnancy, to name a few.
If you want to learn more about holistic healing and the use of proper breathing and meditation in addressing body issues, check out this podcast!
Here are the discussion points for the episode:
(3:45) Erica’s journey from fitness to wellness
(6:42) Pelvic floor dysfunction
(9:42) Giggle incontinence and the pelvic floor (12:42) Activating your pelvic floor (14:35) How an activated pelvic floor can also benefit men (15:28) The core and its essential parts (17:33) Pain as a symptom (18:04) The fascial system (23:52) Reconnecting our body through breathing (30:35) Meditation, visualization, and healing (34:48) Radical responsibility for our own body (36:53) Activating the pelvic floor through proper breathing (especially for those women who just gave birth and those undergoing menopause) (41:10) Effects of overactivation (41:45) Importance of having the correct posture (43:52) Erica demonstrates Movement One exercise (49:18) Negative self-talk should only be limited to awareness (51:28) Reframing our thinking and perspective
I hope you learned a lot about core dysfunction and how you can address it through a powerful breathing exercise. With what you’ve learned today, you can now envision and work on a healthy mind and body!
To access Erica’s DVDs, workouts, and ebooks, visit her online store. You may also visit her website, Restore Your Body Through Movement, to check her programs. Tune in to her podcast The Core Connections for more insights about health and wellness.
Make sure to share your insights at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. If you want to join our online community, go to our Facebook community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon. For more episodes, head over to my website.
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There’s a well-known saying that goes, “A picture says a thousand words.” Today, anyone can pick up a camera and capture what matters most to them. A photograph can easily bring back all our good memories. Mothers, especially those in their menopausal years, can learn photography and use it as a tool to enrich their lives.
CEO and founder of Momtography Beryl Young joins us in today’s episode. Beryl is a former elementary school teacher, and her passion for teaching led her to develop the “Momtography Method.” She offers photography education to a community of moms who want to capture, develop, and preserve photographs while being joyful in the process.
In this episode, Beryl talks about establishing Momtography and her experience with menopausal moms and empty nesters. She will also share different insights on the various techniques in capturing photos, and how photography can also foster connection, creativity, and confidence in mothers. If you are into photography or you want to learn more about it, be sure to tune in!
Here are the discussion points of this episode: (4:10) How Beryl discovered photography and started to help empty nesters (7:45) Challenges that those who want to learn photography will encounter (12:11) Knowing the purpose for buying a camera (12:51) Recommendation for interchangeable cameras (17:09) The power of editing (18:50) Technical aspects of a camera (22:14) Independence from automatic function (25:28) Experimenting with the portrait mode on iPhone (28:54) Troubleshooting DSLR camera lens problems (30:45) When to have your camera cleaned (33:16) Recommendations for learning photography (36:26) Photography for women entrepreneurs (41:45) Talking about technical photography for beginners
You may learn more about Beryl’s mission and Momtography at her website: Momtography.
Make sure to share your insights at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. If you want to join our online community, go to our Facebook community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon. For more episodes, head over to my website.
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Cannabidiol or CBD is a chemical compound found in cannabis, which can be derived from the hemp plant. Clinical research has shown that we can use CBD to address anxiety, cognition and movement disorders, and pain. Furthermore, studies have also shown that it can help people suffering from insomnia.
In this week’s episode, we’re joined by Tina Williams of Simple Optimum Health. Tina is a mom of four daughters, a serial entrepreneur, and a multi-passionate individual whose goal is to help others see and be their best selves. She suffered from four strokes between 2014 and 2015, and because of her health issues, she looked into the hemp industry. Today, Tina is going to talk about the benefits of CBD for our health, and how it can help us during menopause.
Don't forget to tune in to this episode if you want to learn about CBD and hemp-derived CBD, why it is essential, and where hemp should come from.
Here are the discussion points of this episode:
(2:40) Tina talks about suffering from stroke and how she got into CBD. (5:58) Knowing where an organic product came from and the extraction methods used is very important in making sure you're not consuming chemicals
(8:44) Ayurveda medicine
(10:05) Anxiety and the endocannabinoid system
(11:23) Homeostasis (13:26) What is a terpene?
(16:48) Hemp is an easy plant to grow
(18:17) The importance of knowing where the products you use come from (22:14) Studies showing that CBD can decrease inflammation (23:41) Pharmaceutical companies are a little more open about CBD
(24:49) Hemp plant as a lifestyle product (26:20) The benefits of CBD in sleep and pain
(28:40) What is sundowning? (30:19) Microdosing guidelines
(31:15) Menopause teas and honey sticks (34:12) The only drawback to using CBD (34:41) You have to invest in your health (35:09) Supplements are not covered by insurance (39:33) CBD and menopause
Resources:
You Are The Placebo: Making Your Mind Matter by Dr. Joe Dispenza
Connect with Tina and get to know more about the CBD products that they offer at Simple Optimum Health. You'll get free shipping and menopause teas for every order if you use the DRMICHELLE code special and there is a coupon code to get 10% your order, simply use code 'michelle' at checkout.
If you have questions for Tina, don't hesitate to email me and share your thoughts at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. If you're interested in joining our online community, head to our Facebook community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon.
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Today we're taking a closer look at the Menopause Movement program through the insights of our community members and what they've achieved since joining the program. If you're in a similar situation as they were when they started, are you willing to invest in your future happiness and peace of mind? If you feel desperate but are unsure of what to do, are you ready to take that leap of faith?
This week, we're joined by our community member Sharon Langshaw. Sharon has a blog called “The Menopause Effect” that aims to help women in their menopause years. She is also a recovery coach for families who have a loved one suffering from addiction, and she works with other people in that recovery space as well.
Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and make sure that you tune in to know more about the program.
Here are the discussion points of this episode:
(02:10) Sharon talks about the most significant trepidation before enrolling in the program (06:00) Looking at the figures (07:14) Module one: Realizing that you don’t need a PhD to know what’s going on in your body (10:52) A change in diet and taking supplements produced gradual results in her body (16:18) The positive ageing movement (18:54) Freedom and peace of mind (21:05) Scepticisms before enrolling in the program (23:09) Money spent on HRT, bioidenticals, and supplements (25:42) The convenience of being able to go back and forth flexibly through each program material (30:44) She started doing more (33:19) The whole idea is to start talking about it more
(35:06) When you make changes in your life, you need to be consistent.
(40:00) A firsthand insight to anyone who’s considering getting into the program (44:05) Amanda’s story
You can reach Sharon on The Menopause Effect and their Facebook page. You can also connect more with her on her personal Facebook page: Sharon Langshaw.
There is help for you, join The Menopause Movement today. I want to help you transcend your symptoms and live your best life. To discover how you can become a part of this life-changing community, feel free to share your thoughts and questions with me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com.
You may also start today by joining our discussion and sharing your experiences in our Facebook community, Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon. Lastly, don’t forget to follow me on Facebook at Dr. Michelle Gordon
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Everyone wants to change some part of their lives. The law of attraction tells us that we change the universe through our thoughts and desires. However, many people find themselves discontented with the results because they neglect the importance of mindset shifts. The law of attraction relies on ideas, so any significant change in your life requires an equivalently transformational change in your mindset.
In this week’s podcast, we’re joined by Lindsay Durant. Lindsay is an expert in transformational mindset shifts. She is mentored by Bob Proctor, a world-class teacher on human potential. Lindsay helps individuals and companies achieve their goals by assisting them in making quantum leaps in performance. Today, she shares her thoughts on the law of attraction and transformational mindset shifting.
Don’t miss this episode if you want to learn more about maximizing the law of attraction and the power of visualization.
Here are the discussion points of this episode:
(3:45) How Lindsay got into the personal development space (5:04) Painless births
(6:47) The law of attraction and the law of vibrations
(7:34) How physics proves that everything consists of vibrations (12:19) The material and mystical worlds
(13:23) How vibrations are selective (14:39) Tuning to the frequency of our desires
(15:17) Focusing on the higher frequency emotions of joy and gratitude
(16:13) How emotions affect your DNA
(18:02) Lindsay talks about how visualizations allowed her to escape to her dream destination
(22:39) The law of attraction functions regardless of your beliefs (27:12) Getting in touch with your emotions (28:14) Lucid dreaming for problem-solving
(34:14) The importance of recognizing the beliefs handed down to us (37:53) Ingrained thoughts make it hard to change behaviors.
(41:50) We are responsible for our reactions to other people’s behaviors. (42:56) The difficulty of leaving abusive relationships
(45:49) Techniques to change behavior (46:16) Constant spaced repetition (48:03) Hitting the deepest parts of the brain when changing habits (54:06) Fighting self-defeating thoughts (55:27) Visualization exercise (1:01:06) Keeping a gratitude journal
In line with the theme of changing mindsets, Lindsay recommends The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself, a book by Michael Singer. Follow her Facebook community at Move Into Results. You may also find Lindsay Durant on Facebook.
Make sure to share your thoughts at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. If you want to join our online community, go to our Facebook community at Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon and follow me at Dr. Michelle Gordon.
I hope you learned a lot today about transformational mindset shifts, and I hope that you use the techniques here to change your life for the better. Thanks for tuning in!
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As mothers, we want to see our children grow up and lead independent lives. But at the same time, it can be very lonely once they depart. This phenomenon is called empty nest syndrome.
Women, especially full-time mothers and those undergoing menopause at the same time, typically suffer more when this happens, and the feeling of grief and loss of purpose may be more pronounced.
In this week's podcast, we're joined by Laurie Wright. Laurie developed a program called Make The Rest Your Best to help passionless empty nesters create their own unique heart-centred action plans and have them be ready to enter their next life chapter with renewed passion, purpose, and focus.
Don't forget to subscribe to our podcast and make sure that you tune in to this episode to get to know more about empty nest change transformation, creating community, and overcoming beliefs.
Here is a run-through of the discussion points of this episode:
(02:23) Laurie shares her midlife transformation—from being a health and fitness coach to a life coach. (06:51) No matter what you do in life, you have to want it from the heart, not because it's what's going to make your parents proud, or because it's what's going to make your husband happy. (11:29) Within a couple of years of promotion after promotion and reaching the vice president position in AOL, Laurie started to get anxiety attacks. (12:11) The link between menopause and anxiety (13:12) Misplacement and losing control (14:21) Empty nest: Loss of identity after children move out of the house (15:22) Misplacement in marriage, taking risks and getting back your passion in life (21:21) There's a field of infinite possibilities. (24:15) Liquid courage (27:05) Behavior change from a scientific standpoint (28:07) The role of meditation in self-improvement
(31:49) The metaphysics in religion and why it's vital in empowering women (34:44) Why is having a period considered as something embarrassing? (37:30) Beliefs shape our reality. (38:58) Turning your passion and advocacy into revenue (42:36) Laurie shares her coaching evolution and transformation in detail. (44:57) Why is hiring a coach life-changing? (49:22) You learn so much from a community with like-minded people.
Resource:
The Alphabet Versus the Goddess
You can reach Laurie on her websites Not Your Average Grandma and Make The Rest Your Best, plus via her Facebook page. You can also connect with her on Instagram. To discover more about Beachbody, working out at home, and the Shakeology that Laurie talked about, go to https://www.coachgordon.me
We also talked about the book "The Alphabet Versus the Goddess" which is available on Amazon.
Share your experiences and join the discussion in our Facebook community, Menopause Movement, with Dr. Michelle Gordon. Don’t forget to follow me on Facebook at Dr. Michelle Gordon.
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Abuse can take different forms—it can be mental, emotional, or physical. The heartbreaking part is, most of the time, it comes from the people we love and who are very close to us. Many women are going through or have survived traumas like domestic violence, emotional manipulation, betrayal, and divorce. These traumas take a significant toll on a person's self-esteem and cause a lasting feeling of loneliness and unworthiness.
This week, we're joined by Miki Sturges. Miki is a life coach and an expert in the field of resilience and survival from domestic abuse. She established a company called the Rise Up, Women Movement, where she aims to empower, encourage, and inspire women in conquering challenges from abuse. Today, she shares her story and more with us.
Don't forget to subscribe to this podcast and make sure that you tune in to this episode to know more about the cycles of shame and abuse and the steps you need to take to break that cycle.
Here are the discussion points of this episode: (02:11) Miki talks about her journey and how she became a life coach. (08:16) Leaning into your fear. (09:13) Miki shares about her healing from an abusive marriage. "I put up the facade, I was very confident at my job, but when I went home, I was this little person, worth nothing." (14:06) The cycle of abuse. (20:02) How the fear of leaving effects women in an abusive marriage and why it's not easy to leave. (21:41) Transforming beliefs. (25:50) Emotional and verbal abuse cuts through your core. (26:55) The cycle of shame. (29:36) Learning to get through your subconscious. (34:10) Miki shares how the need to protect her son was the biggest jump in finding the courage to leave her abusive husband. (36:55) We live in a patriarchal society, and that plays a significant role in perpetuating abuse. (40:17) The importance of having support in escaping and recovering from abuse. (47:55) You are not responsible for anyone else's feelings. (49:00) What is angel syndrome? (52:15) Approaching a relationship in a healthy marriage. (56:47) Freeing and forgiving yourself from thoughts of the past. (1:03:48) The Rise Up, Women Movement.
One out of every four women in the United States experiences domestic violence in their lifetime. The most crucial step in getting away from this trauma is contacting a domestic abuse hotline.
If you need immediate assistance for domestic abuse, call 911, or you may call the National Domestic Violence Hotline at 1-800-799-SAFE (7233). They will provide help by assisting with crisis intervention and initial safety planning. There is also a hotline for teen victims of domestic violence, called Love Is Respect, which you can call at 1-866-331-9474
You can reach Miki on her Facebook page. For more of the Rise Up, Women Movement, join their Facebook group. You can also listen to her podcast here.
We talked about a lot today, and there’s a lot to unpack. Feel free to share your thoughts and questions with me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com. You may also join our discussion and share your experiences in our Facebook community, Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon. Lastly, don’t forget to follow me on Facebook at Dr. Michelle Gordon.
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The enneagram, unlike other personality systems, is a deep dive into what makes us tick. It can show us forces that can assist us in finding the self-discovery we need to understand our subconscious programming. It will be especially helpful for those of us in our menopause years, because it is such a time of self-discovery for us.
To help us understand, our guest for today is Stephanie Davis, an enneagram expert and a trainer educated in business, psychology, and systems theory. She’s been doing this work for about 30 years, working primarily with corporations. Today we’re going to find out more about the enneagram, the nine different types and their general characteristics, and what your type might be.
This episode is truly informative and fascinating; you don’t want to miss this one! So tune in and learn more about self-discovery through the enneagram.
Let’s go through the discussion points of this episode: (02:28) The enneagram is a deep dive into what makes you tick. Unlike other personality systems, it goes deeper than behaviors. (04:23) Oscar Ichazo came up with the enneagram of Personality in the 70s, taking psychology and ego development and mapping it on the symbol. (08:39) What you can get from learning the enneagram is a perpetual self-busting machine. You start to see things about yourself that you never realized. (12:02) In the enneagram, what makes you your type is how “messed up” you are when it comes to your heart/passion (emotional distortion), head/fixation (mental distortion), and gut/subtype (instinct). (16:42) There is a key emotion for each triad. Within each triad are three types: one type tends to overdo the key emotion, the other is the opposite, and the last has a weird relationship with it. (18:06) An example of the gut triad. Gut triad: it’s all about the boundaries, and their key emotion is anger. (25:27) There are no accurate enneagram tests. We pick up our behaviors from our parents and social expectations. This wiring is not something you can include in a test, and the most it can do is give you a starting point of where to look. (26:56) The gut triad (1, 8, 9), what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react.
(26:01) Type 1 (26:56) Type 8 (29:33) Type 9 (32:20) The heart triad (2, 3 4): what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react. This type focuses on social relationship dynamics. Their overarching issue is shame.
(33:33) Type 2 (37:26) Type 3 (42:25) Type 4 (46:16) The goal is to loosen the illusions of your type, not change your type. Your strengths are still there, but your weaknesses will be a lot easier to deal with. (51:43) We’re all going to have certain characteristics of nine types to some degree. Each has an interesting relationship with the two types beside them. Meanwhile, the two types that connect to yours in the diagram are your opposites. (57:23) The head triad (5, 6, 7): what makes them tick, their ego, and how they react.
(57:45) Type 5 (1:00:58) Type 6 (1:07:46) Type 7 (1:13:37) Other theories from Katherine Fauvre and Claudio Naranjo, and the continuous evolution of the field (1:21:52) Resources for your growth (1:24:13) Going through the nine enneagram types and drawing a caricature for each
Resources mentioned in the episode: The Untethered Soul by Michael Singer The Complete Enneagram by Beatrice Chestnut The Road Back to You by Ian Morgan Cron and Suzanne Stabile The Wisdom of the Enneagram by Don Riso and Russ Hudson
We discussed a lot of things today, and I’m sure you have a lot of questions. For all your inquiries, send them to me at drgordon@menopausemovement.com, and we’ll definitely have Stephanie back on the show to answer them. Head over to Stephanie’s site if you want to take an enneagram test. This test is geared toward finding success in life.
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Having a community with whom you can share experiences and gain insights during menopause is a crucial point in dealing with the condition. Talking with other women who are experiencing the same symptoms can be a relief and a source of strength. Today, there are more resources which women can access to gain support during this period of their lives.
Today, we're joined by Ronnie Ivory, a mother of three. Ronnie works as a research assistant at the Michigan State University Population Studies & Disparities Program with a focus on cancer research. In today's episode, Ronnie talks about her menopause journey, her emotional responses in menopause, and the changes that menopause brought to her life.
Remember to subscribe to our podcast and tune in to this episode to further understand the role and importance of community during menopause and how you can prepare for it.
Let’s go through the discussion points of this episode: (01:33) The emotional challenges that Ronnie experienced during menopause (02:28) How Ronnie deals with the symptoms of menopause for the past 15 years (03:16) The hardest thing about getting help during menopause was not receiving the support she needs. (04:00) The most challenging thing about having to ask for help during menopause: admitting to ourselves that we are aging. (04:57) Getting support from a community or support group could help women better deal with menopause emotionally. (05:55) Menopause and the changes you experience in your body (08:33) What Ronnie wishes she knew when she started to experience the symptoms of menopause (08:55) Ronnie's current outlook on menopause and in life
What are the things you wish you had access to when you first experienced menopausal symptoms? Join the discussion and share your thoughts in our Facebook community, Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon. Also, go ahead and follow me on Facebook at Dr. Michelle Gordon.
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Social justice is both a political and philosophical concept that says that everyone should have equal access to health, wealth, well-being, justice, and opportunity. Everyone has the right to live, enjoy things, and be who they are without being infringed upon.
We’re joined today by Rev. Dr. Constance Simon to discuss social justice, education, and how these two topics relate directly to our menopause journeys.
Rev. Dr. Simon has been an educator for over 40 years. She has a Master's in Supervision and Curriculum from the University of Ohio and a Doctorate in Administration and Supervision from Atlanta University. She has worked as a college dean in both the public and private sectors.
She has also earned her Masters of Divinity, and now, she’s currently a Jeremiah A. Wright Scholar for the McCormick Theological Seminary. Rev. Dr. Simon believes that education is a liberating force for all people.
In this episode, she discusses her menopause journey, the importance of community in menopause, and our identities as we age. Make sure that you listen to this episode, as we learn and understand more about having a community of support in our menopausal years, one of my main reasons for creating this podcast.
Let’s go through the discussion points of this episode:
(02:16) What is social justice? (02:54) Rev. Dr. Simon talks about what menopause was like for her as she experienced it. (04:27) The biggest challenge that she went through (05:47) Taking supplements to deal with the manifesting symptoms of menopause (07:11) One significant challenge was finding the right people to talk to. Most women are engulfed in so many concerns about others that they tend to put their personal needs on the back burner. (08:58) Menopause forces women to stop and take a look at their lives. (10:23) Women and heart disease (11:54) The importance of reaching for help during menopause
(12:59) The Menopause Workshop is a community that helps educate women and men about how to approach menopause. (14:20) Ageism and the fear of ageing (15:11) What is life like right now for Rev. Dr. Simon after going through menopause for 20 years
Going through menopause is not the end of your life. On the contrary, it can change your worldview and thought process for the better. That’s it for today’s episode. I hope that you have a lot of takeaways from Rev. Dr. Constance Simon’s menopause experience and how important it is to have the right support system.
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During the menopausal period, women often rethink their relationships. They start to question the meanings of the different relationships in their lives. This phase also calls for the rediscovery of self.
In this episode, we have Deirdre Fay, a licensed clinical social worker, who is the author of Attachment-Based Yoga and Meditation For Trauma Recovery. She also wrote Becoming Safely Embodied Skills Manual. Aside from these two books, she co-authored a psychology book entitled Attachment and Disturbances in Adults.
Deirdre connects contemporary thought with ancient wisdom. Through this, you can have access to what feels right to you and have harmonious relationships. She also shares valuable insights on how you can healthily deal with your triggers. Tune in to the episode if you want useful information on how to deal with self-discovery and relationships.
Let’s go through the discussion points of this episode: (05:18) Definition of triggers (06:57) Attachment theory (07:40) Seven fundamental attachment needs (09:53) Triggers as heavily-charged memories (12:05) What are attachment imprints? (13:23) What is representation? (14:21) Changing attachment imprints (17:45) Getting rid of triggers through spiritual practices (22:02) Attachment styles (26:41) Uses of meditation (29:39) Importance of self-compassion (31:08) How should you deal with negative thoughts? (34:14) How should you deal with repressed memories? (37:02) What is disassociation? (39:27) Recognizing triggers (42:14) Online course about living with triggers (46:53) The need for constant improvement
Resources Michael Singer’s The Untethered Soul Nadia Shanty’s Pure Meditation David Rijo’s How To Be An Adult In Relationships Hal Elrod’s Miracle Morning
For more information about relationships and self, you may visit Deirdre’s website, where she extensively writes about these topics. She also has a quiz to help you know your relationship profile. Also, make sure you get her free download ‘Go From Symptom to Solution’ to learn how to transform triggers via meditation (please note, this is an affiliate link and I may get paid from it).
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People rarely think of joy when it comes to business. Sometimes, they get caught up with “doing” rather than “being,” and this preoccupation manifests in different areas of their lives. Through a healthy understanding of the essence of what you want to achieve, you can realign yourself and bring joy and freedom to your life. By manifesting this essence, you can break away from what’s been holding you and your money flow back.
Today we are joined by mentor and bestselling author Tina van Leuven. Tina is dedicated to helping people align their energy with joy, freedom, and abundance and bring those values to their business and life. She is passionate about helping “soulpreneurs” to release themselves from lifelong limiting programming that’s been sabotaging humanity for eons.
Tune in and listen as Tina discusses energies and aligning them with the essence of what you want to create and who you want to be.
Let’s go through the discussion points of this episode: (02:08) Energies and massage therapy: how Tina got started with her current journey (07:43) Getting connected to a source (12:41) What are “soulpreneurs?” (13:59) How does essence manifest in work? (15:04) People seek freedom to have fun, to lighten up. (17:06) Aligning yourself with the essence of what you want and breaking that limited perspective (21:42) Who is it that I am being? (24:15) Understanding the good and negative emotions and the purpose of both. (28:23) Women need to keep their spiritual or energetic battery charged during menopause. (30:12) The Money Archetypes: money as a catalyst to realigning with yourself. (35:07) Examining your money beliefs to counter money blocks (38:36) To heal your relationship with money is to heal your relationship with the source. (39:19) Telling yourself stories as a way to survive during childhood trauma (44:36) Learning to trust to overcome self-sabotage (46:55) Creating an energetic blueprint for your client’s business. (51:46) You need to remove fear, obligation, and guilt from your conditioning to achieve the essence of what you want. (54:52) Ask yourself: How committed am I?
That’s it for today’s episode. I hope you learned a lot about the importance of directing your energies and intentions to a more joyful business and life. Hopefully, you can break free from the old practices that are limiting you.
Take the Money Archetype quiz to help yourself realign with your essence! For more insights, get in touch with Tina on her website. If you want to read her books, they are available on Amazon.
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Osteoporosis occurs when the body loses too many bones. It causes the bones to become weak and brittle, resulting in pain even with mild stress to the body. Osteoporosis affects men and women, but older women who are past menopause are at the highest risk because menopause is accompanied by lower estrogen levels. Magnesium deficiency is always associated with an increased risk of osteoporosis.
Today we’re joined by Kristen Bowen, the founder of Living the Good Life Naturally. They help their clients live a healthier life with handmade magnesium products.
Listen to how Kristen managed to shift her mindset about health and her experience in battling her autoimmune disorder. Tune in to this podcast and listen as we guide you to finding out how powerful proper nutrition and an adequate amount of magnesium are for the body.
Let’s go through the discussion points of this episode: (03:53) The three components of transformation for women undergoing menopause (05:24) How nutrition can nourish the soul (07:18) What is an autoimmune disorder? (08:14) Kristen talks about the side effect of the Fosamax medication she took for osteoporosis. (09:24) What happens to the body during osteoporosis (13:26) Sugar cleanse and food emotional triggers. (19:00) Kristen talks about the transition after stopping Fosamax intake. (20:07) Kristen talks about what triggered the change in her bone density and her bladder tie-up and surgery experience. (23:10) Oral magnesium was introduced to Kristen after her immense weight loss and seizures after the surgery. (28:52) What is cortisol? (30:48) What is bone broth? (32:37) Soaking in magnesium and magnesium RBC test. (36:03) How magnesium became a game-changer for Kristen's condition. (38:52) Where do people get magnesium chloride? (40:28) Explaining the magnesium RBC blood test; what is the normal level of blood serum? (42:32) The link between nutrition and depression. (50:07) Difference between drinking smoothies and eating vegetables. (56:14) Motivation comes from action.
That’s it for today’s episode. I hope you learned a lot about how you can battle bone pains such as osteoporosis with the proper diet, magnesium uptake, and the correct surgical process.
You can reach Kristen and buy magnesium and other magnesium-boosted products on her website, Living The Good Life Naturally.
Kristen has kindly offered 10% off magnesium products to listeners of this podcast, simply enter code ‘DrG’ at checkout!
Books mentioned in this episode: Deep Nutrition by Cate Shanahan. The Power of Your Subconscious Mind by Joseph Murphy.
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The human body has a set of intrinsic signals that send us messages about the current state of our bodies. This is particularly true when it comes to our hormonal levels and other hormone-related concerns.
In this episode, we are joined by Dr Sharzad Green, a practising pharmacist who specializes in menopause. For over 20 years, she has been providing private hormone consultations for patients concerned with various reproductive health problems like hormonal imbalance and perimenopause, menopause, andropause, and PCOS (Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome).
Listen to the whole podcast and discover the delicate balance of solving hormonal problems. Tune in and find out how Dr Green, through her experience, shaped the best method for prescribing what her patients need concerning their hormone-related issues.
Let’s go through a brief rundown of this episode: (1:21) How Dr Green’s background as a pharmacist brought her to her current business in hormone consultations (4:34) How private consultations via teleconferences work (7:01) Saliva tests determine where you are in life in terms of the hormones you produce (i.e., perimenopausal, postmenopausal, etc.) (9:10) The flashlight metaphor: Adrenal fatigue occurs when the adrenal glands work overtime for an extended period and become less potent than they used to be. (13:42) Menopause and adrenal fatigue syndrome often come hand in hand. (15:38) Everybody has a different body composition. There is no cookie-cutter approach to solving particular hormonal problems. (17:16) Adrenal fatigue is complex. Understanding the source of your adrenal fatigue is essential before jumping on to any supplements. Lifestyle habits also need to change. (20:22) There is no easy answer to the weight-gain or weight-loss difficulties that you face during menopause. (23:20) It’s ok to order supplements from Amazon since it’s an easily accessible avenue, but make sure to enter transactions only with reputable supplement companies. (27:20) Adaptogens are herbs that help your body cope with stress. (28:40) Referring patients to Fullscript, an Amazon-like website for supplements, helps them acquire supplements from secure sources without the added hassle of scouring through thousands of available choices. (29:24) Glandular supplements are supplements made out of dried and powdered adrenal glands of pigs or cows. Dr Green doesn’t recommend this type because of autoimmune disorder risks. (34:10) Despite what vegans say, meat is still an essential aspect of human nutrition. (37:39) Lifestyle management to avoid hormone supplements: ingesting the lowest dose or doing it for the shortest period brings a quality of life to women. (40:31) In the age of increasing research results with opposing results, it’s crucial to remain analytical of what you read and what you consume. (44:10) Is there a difference between the bio-identical and pharmaceutically-manufactured hormones? (46:22) Research can be flawed, especially when mathematical computations leave a lot of factors unaccounted for.
I hope you enjoyed this episode. If you want to reach Dr Green, you can send her an email at azhormonehelpers@hotmail.com for inquiries about private hormone consultations.
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The trip to Mallorca, Spain was truly a life-changing event. But in every adventure, we all have some great moments and some that are not so good. Join us in this episode of the Menopause Movement Podcast as we take a look at how far the journey has taken us.
We'll be having a glimpse at our best memories. We remember the joy of meeting each other, the unforgettable landmarks, and the thrill of exploring new cultures. Then, we'll also talk about the bumps we encountered while on the road and how we resolved those problems. Most importantly, we'll be reflecting on how the whole experience deepened our love for life, for each other, and ourselves.
We’ll sit down with Mollie Macarthy Openshaw and Dr. Valerie Zarcone, two of the women who rode along the streets of Spain with the group. Mollie founded Mood Swings Wine in 2013, a wine company dedicated to creating the perfect drinks for menopausal women. Her drink is currently the exclusive wine served in shows at Menopause The Musical in Los Angeles. But more than that, she's also a dedicated nurse consultant who finds passion in making people's lives easier.
Dr. Val, on the other hand, is a board-certified internist and a primary care physician whose experience spans over 30 years. She has a deep passion for learning and is an advocate for healthy living and appropriate alternative and integrative therapies.
Here are this episode’s highlights: (00:30) Mood Swings Wine—how the wine business started and how menopausal women inspired it (03:36) Mollie's job as a nurse consultant, primary carer, and her passion for educating people (05:58) Mallorca trip highlights and favorite moments (06:56) Consulting a urogynecologist and getting treatment for Katia's bladder problems (08:19) The accident that Mollie encountered while riding up the hill in Majorca (11:00) Little misunderstandings and fights that the group had on the road (11:28) Reminiscing about the paella with Antonio Hidalgo, his old farmhouse house, and the view (12:47) What it felt like to meet with complete strangers and start the journey of a lifetime (14:08) First night in Barcelona and taking in the architecture by Antonia Godway (15:53) The joy of discovering different products in St. Joseph's Market (17:41) Getting private lessons in the flamenco dance studio (19:08) The takeaway from the journey (22:30) Having a safe space to talk about menopause with other women (23:35) The Menopause Workshop
This whole journey proved to us and all women around the world that your life doesn't stop at menopause. We learned at this age, there are still so many opportunities to grasp. Even during our menopausal years, we made friends, took up challenges, traveled to new places, and grew as a person. This means you can, too.
Thanks a lot for keeping us company during this whole experience. We hope you found some motivation and inspiration to go out and get more out of life.
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Most women perceive menopause as the end of their lives. But the truth is, there’s still a lot of life left for you to explore during this stage. Join me, Dr. Michelle Gordon, and my friends as we embrace the journey ahead.
In this episode, we will explore the wonderful city of Barcelona. We’ll set out to explore St. Joseph Market to have a look at the variety of fruits, vegetables, meat, spices, and candy. Then, we’ll get our feet moving in our Flamenco dance lessons with Mayra Soldevila in her very own dance school. She will be teaching us about body movement and being in touch with music and rhythm.
After that, we're going to talk about hormones and health. Some of the ladies will be sharing their insights about exercise, body image, and keeping that zest for life.
Let me give you a quick rundown of this episode: (01:52) Visiting St. Joseph Market and indulging in the sights and smells of fresh produce and numerous stalls (03:45) Importance and benefits of organ meat—how this food can provide nutrients like collagen and vitamins, unlike grains. (05:37) The beauty of Barcelona: breathtaking architecture, the unique design of the buildings, and the amazing people (08:16) Learning the Flamenco dance and appreciating it as an old Spanish tradition (12:58) Getting inspired by the performance of Mayra Soldevilla Receiving certificates for completing the dance class (15:04) Reflecting on self-image and body positivity (16:21) Finding the form of exercise that is right for you (17:55) Positive effects of exercise on menopausal symptoms such as night sweats and hot flushes Being conscious of bodily changes especially with feeling new kinds of pain (22:16) Realizations about the history of menopause (24:13) Understanding portion differences in Europe and America and how that affects a person’s eating habits
That’s it for this episode! Today’s adventure had a lot of insight about managing menopausal symptoms and keeping a brighter outlook on the years ahead. It is essential to remind ourselves that life is short, but there are always opportunities out there to experience. While doing so, we should keep our body and mind’s health a top priority by devoting time to proper exercise and diet.
Stay tuned for the next episode; we gather all the ladies together to reflect and reminisce about the whole adventure. We’ll talk about its ups and downs, and how it changed who we are. Don’t forget to check the other episodes on iTunes, Omny, or wherever you get your podcasts.
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Picking up from the latest adventure we had in Mallorca, we travel to our next destination in the beautiful country of Spain—Barcelona. We immersed ourselves in its striking landscape, excellent food, and rich culture. Listen as I talk about our time thus far in Barcelona, the current issues we delved into, and our discussion of having choices when it comes to our health.
Let me give you a quick rundown of this episode: (0:57) Interview of locals and their opinion on the secession of Catalonia from Spain Discussion on the possibility of separating from Spain and re-entering the Eurozone (3:47) Interview with Sandra, a writer of the show, on the secession of Catalonia from Spain Catalonia is comprised of four provinces with Barcelona being the biggest and one of the cities which brings in the most money for the country (05:20) Tips for making your sangria (7:05) Interview with Sandra about Spanish tapas—what they are and how they’re eaten (8:50) Importance of goal-setting, achieving goals within a certain timeline, and the value of always having something to look forward to (10:42) A tour of the interesting architecture in Barcelona, primarily the Sagrada Familia and works of renowned artist Gaudi (12:55) Tour of Gaudi’s nature-inspired work, particularly houses, and other futuristic architecture on the streets of Barcelona (15:10) Interview about the history of Barcelona harbor (15:46) The group’s experience with menopausal symptoms such as hot flushes, vivid dreams, and intermittent sleep (17:40) Hot flushes are the number one complaint of menopausal women. Other symptoms of menopause include feeling hot all the time and sweating profusely. (18:14) The value of patient compliance and the shift on how doctors are viewed (19:03) There is a growing trend towards patient satisfaction, but satisfaction is subjective and isn’t mutually exclusive with a patient’s overall state of health. (20:57) Interview with Gillian Schwartz on acupuncture as a way of alleviating symptoms
When talking about health and wellness, some people need to be heard while others require you to read between the lines. With all the available options, it's essential to gather all the necessary details to provide the patient with the information they need to make the right choice for themselves.
While we may have varying opinions, being well-informed is an essential component in decision-making, whether it’s about large-scale and pressing issues or something as personal as our wellbeing.
For further support and increasing awareness on your menopausal journey, head to our website where we share our own stories, tips, and treatment options. And don't forget to take this quiz to know your unique menopause slimming type to help you with planning your fitness goals.
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Going through menopause involves a lot of physical changes compounded by emotional ones. It’s challenging to embrace these changes and accept them when society dictates that we should look at them negatively.
Tune in as we continue right where we left off in our adventure and talk about misconceptions regarding fitness and health. Join us as we learn together how we manage to balance physical fitness with the ongoing changes in our bodies during menopause.
Let’s go through a brief rundown of this episode: (1:06) Your age or size does not dictate your fitness (2:31) Art, media, and body perception (3:47 & 10:05) Physical activity is essential to keep the mind active as we age (5:29) Set the goal and follow-through, regardless of your day job (7:27) Lifestyle change over diet: what really works (7:54) Baby steps: accepting your body and its limitations (10:56) Benefits of exercise beyond the physical (12:30) HIIT alternatives to jumping rope for women with stress incontinence (17:49) Mood swings: watching your words and reactions (20:00) Winemaking in Mallorca
You will find throughout this episode that menopause won’t stop you from being fit and happy with your body. It doesn’t have to stop you from doing things that you love.
Through this podcast, my goal is to help women manage their menopause naturally. Join our Facebook group, Menopause Movement with Dr. Michelle Gordon, if you want to reach out to fellow women experiencing the same things as you. And don't forget to take this quiz to know your unique menopause slimming type to help you with planning your fitness goals.
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A lot of women find it challenging to go through their menopausal stage because of the many changes happening. However, the excitement of life shouldn’t stop there. Join me, Dr. Michelle Gordon, and my friends, as we overcome the challenges and grasp the opportunities that await us. Together, we’ll take a ride around Mallorca, Spain while forming stronger bonds of friendship through new experiences.
In this episode, we'll be going on a trip around Palma where we get to witness a breathtaking view of the countryside. In this city, you'll find beautiful churches and interesting shops to visit. Our special guest, Antonio Hidalgo, owner of the restaurant Reserva Iberica, will welcome us in his home. There, we will learn about culture and cuisine while opening up to each other about our sense of loss.
Here’s a rundown of the episode: (01:10) Building strength and muscle in power training under Job Ohana (01:35) Positive effects of and helpful insights about joining a local cycling club The joy of creating a bond with other cyclists by sharing milestones and being each others source of motivation (05:05) Meeting Antonio Hidalgo and learning about the traditional Spanish dish called Paella (09:00) Antonio discusses the history surrounding his house as well as the heritage area of the city (10:22) How a traditional dish like Paella can bring families together (11:55) The ingredients, the procedure, and important aspects when cooking Paella (16:18) We talk about our sense of loss Opening up about the people we lost and how it has affected us every day (19:58) In the healing process, it is essential to learn how to forgive The possibility of losing your identity when losing a loved one (23:21) Getting proper treatment when loss plunges you into depression
Loss is an inevitable part of our lives. Nevertheless, we should understand the grief that comes from it is born out of our deep and sincere love. However, if things get too heavy to handle, never hesitate to reach out.
You are welcome to visit my website to seek the necessary help. Keep in mind there will always be friends who are willing to give you a hand.
Our journey isn’t over! On the next episode, we'll be visiting an exceptional winery in Mallorca where we get to bond more through our shared experiences. Plus, we'll also be having our last ride around the city, which is truly a bittersweet moment for all of the ladies. Stay tuned, and we'll see you in the next episode!
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We’ve got a show about food, wine, fitness, travel, and community. Seven women, one journey through beautiful Mallorca.
Our group wanted to start talking about menopause and its symptoms. 50% of the women today are at menopause or premenopausal stage. We want to acknowledge the importance of being able to talk about it openly, alongside other important issues we encounter in our lives as women.
Let’s go through a brief rundown of this episode: (01:02) An overview of the place where we were able to have a bicycle ride, drink champagne, and talk about sharing the same microbiome affecting our health. (04:20) We visited Valldemossa, located where the mountains meet the ocean. I brought up the issue of menopause and how we should openly talk about it. (08:11) The importance of bringing in the physical issues after childbirth, recto-vaginal health, and sexual health. (12:46) Molly’s bike broke down when she fell, and having the proper mindset to accomplish what you want to do in life. (16:57) We had the pleasure of meeting Antonio Hidalgo and talking with him at his restaurant Reserva Iberica. (24:22) Everything gets better with age. (25:15) If we're not aging, we're dead, okay? I believe that a day above ground is better than any day below ground. I’d rather be here. If that means I’d have a couple of wrinkles because I am older, or have a scar because of an operation, that is part of life. We have to keep going forward—that's how it works.
For support on the journey to good health, head to our membership site where we discuss good nutrition, exercise, and the medical challenges we face as we age. And don't forget to take this quiz to know your unique menopause slimming type.
Thank you for joining us today. Next week, we will make delicious paella with Antonio Hidalgo in his home, and we're going to show you Majorca as you've never seen it before. Don't miss it!
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With all the significant changes occurring mid-life, we're always on the lookout for what's next. It only fits we pick out something adventurous—an exotic location in Spain? Count us in. The chosen destination, Mallorca, Spain, is a small island in the middle of the ocean with plenty of mountains and surrounding waters. It's one of the biggest bicycle havens on earth. It's a popular destination for elite cyclists, especially during the winter.
Women aren't educated enough on the challenges of aging and health concerns. I've been cycling for over thirty years, and I highly recommend it. Listen as I share our experience on this beautiful island and the steps we took towards taking care of ourselves.
Let me give you a quick rundown of this episode: (3:45) Interview with the owner and proprietor of the hotel, Vivian Read, and how he came to build and improve Read's facilities and interior (8:40) Why riding my bike is my favorite physical activity compared to other forms of exercise (9:41) Interview with Wiebe Moyes, a Trek Travel guide, and a brief discussion of bike types Overview of the bike trail and guidelines for the ride (14:43) The benefits of cycling and why it's essential to ease into exercise Stepping out of your comfort zone—when trying out a new activity, the battle is between you and the thing you're trying to set out to do Mindset is a game-changer, especially in the face of unexpected difficulties (22:31) Until recently, all studies on heart disease were conducted on men. Women must familiarize themselves with the symptoms given the different manifestations of a heart attack in both sexes (23:23) Managing your diet so as not to be too susceptible to chronic diseases (23:48) Our health is vital, particularly for aging women. I can't emphasize fitness enough—doing regular physical activity, at least 3–5x a week, helps keeps the heart in good shape. The more fit we are, the more we'll be able to get through any change or stressor in our lives.
It's equally important to watch what we eat and incorporate foods such as fresh greens and locally grown and locally sourced veggies and meat into our diet. For support on the journey to good health, head to our membership site where we discuss proper nutrition, exercise, and the medical challenges we face as we age. And don't forget to take this quizto know your unique menopause slimming type.
Thank you for listening! I highly encourage you all to search for your next big adventure.
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The role of being a mother truly gives a deeper meaning in a person's existence. A lot of women devote their lives to building a warm, nurturing home for their children. However, when the years have gone by, and the children have grown, most mothers find themselves lost. What else do you do with your life once you find yourself in an empty nest?
Join me as we discover the next adventure for women in the menopausal stage of our lives. In my experience, I have always wondered why the topic of our menopausal years isn’t getting discussed enough. Many women are clueless when it comes to this very crucial stage in their lives. But that is about to change.
In this episode, I’ll introduce you to the trip of a lifetime in Mallorca, Spain, and the six amazing women that I will be with. I will be talking about the preparations and training that we did to get in proper shape for the journey. And of course, you will hear our personal stories as mothers, and more importantly, as women.
Here is a quick rundown of this episode: (01:10) Why I decided to do a show on women’s health, menopause, aging, and getting more out of your life at this stage The mental preparation I did for the show. (03:11) Introducing the six women who will go on this adventure with me—Katia, Mollie, Sandra, Christine, Shannon, and Kristi Meeting the group for the first time through a Skype call and learning about their feelings toward the journey ahead. (07:40) Getting an orientation for group cycling with the aid of Paul Fry and learning about safety measures and hazards on the road. (09:36) The experience of riding in Santa Barbara with the help of Bicycle Bob’s. (12:31) Meeting the other women for the first time in real life and discussing our family life, career goals, being a mom, and the things we want to achieve. (23:08) Nutrition and taking care of your body. (24:54) Arriving in Europe was the beginning of the trip that will change our lives. The scenery and trails in Mallorca, Spain are truly breathtaking. This small island in the middle of the ocean is the perfect destination for cyclists. Our group may be a little anxious about the challenges ahead, but we are empowered and ready more than ever.
Come along as we enter the next chapter of our lives. I encourage you to be with us as we share our stories and experiences at this age. Stay tuned for the next episode where we will see the beauty that Mallorca has to offer.
For support on the journey to good health, head to our membership site for information on proper nutrition, exercise, and the medical challenges we face when aging. And don't forget to take this quiz to know your unique menopause slimming type. Thank you for watching!
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At various points in our lives, someone or something will disappoint us. Maybe you expected something to go through without a hitch. Instead, the situation went awry, and now you’re kicking yourself for not foreseeing it. You feel angry, betrayed, and defeated.
Some people can move on and learn from disappointments quickly. But for others, it’s a struggle that can even lead to depression. Let me share with you how I conquer my disappointments. Reflect on the questions and insights I raise to help you get through your own. With meditation, you can always use your disappointments to your advantage.
Here’s a quick rundown of this episode: (01:15)How my health and business are causing me disappointment right now (3:18) What the universe wants to teach us when our manifestations don’t come to fruition (5:49) How to pivot or course-correct when disappointment becomes too heavy (19:38)Seeing the bigger picture—asking yourself what you want and making decisions that will take you there (22:44) Managing health expectations in your menopause years (27:44) Change your lifestyle and start with the end in mind (31:47) My goal is to help women live healthily and peacefully in their menopause years.
You can opt-in to The Menopause Blueprint Training to get private courses and set a realistic framework for changing your life. menopauseworkshop.com
Join our Facebook group Menopause Workshop with Dr. Michelle Gordon, message me, and we can talk about it.
You can also buy my books on Amazon. Just search Dr. Michelle Gordon as the author.
Thank you for listening! Let's find peace together.
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Creating your weekly goals can be challenging especially when you have other things to deal with. However, it is always better to have consistent goals you want to achieve. It will not only help your mindset, but also your perspective, how you handle your emotions, and keep yourself relaxed. You can start with your diet and meditation.
Tune in as I share the importance of managing your daily schedule, how it helps you maintain your goals, and how it keeps you in good shape no matter how many tasks you have. When it comes to keeping your schedule, you can always start now.
Let’s go through a brief rundown of this episode: (0:25) If you want to relieve stress, your routines should remain consistent, like following a certain diet. Get lessons from your shortcomings, behavior changes, and inconsistencies. Importance of health practitioners and doctors’ advice and how to deal with dismissive health practitioners. (13:25) The menopause blueprint and how it can help ease your pain during your menopausal stage. Discussion on the book about self-directed behavior, including topics on weight, diet, exercise, accurate food, making more friends, stretching, and anything else you want to change. (18:47) Alignment of goals with future visions using self-directed behavior (22:28) Target practice and strategies for your goals—what behaviors should you have to reach them? Tips on doing what you want to do but can’t do. Tips on how to keep yourself on track with regard to achieving your goals. (29:34) Designing a plan for self-modification involves specifying not only the simple targeted behavior but the chain of behaviors that will produce it. What you heard from me today is good stuff, but what we have in the course is even better. So please join the Menopause Workshop and let’s achieve our goals together.
That’s it! Thanks for tuning in and I hope I gave you something to look forward to! I highly encourage you to join our workshop and start anew.
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Anxiety can be crippling for most people. It becomes even worse for women during their menopause years. Anxiety can be devastating and can cause significant damage to an individual both physically and mentally. It is crucial to manage it as soon as you can and do something about it now before it gets worse.
Tune in as I tell you about how my anxiety began and the ways I try to manage it. Listen as I guide you through a meditation and help you gain some insight to help you get through your own anxieties. It is never too late to get rid of your stress.
My goal is to help women manage their menopause naturally. Make sure to visit www.menopauseworkshop.com, go ahead and confirm your spots for the course, which starts this coming July 18. You can get either the cookbook or the ultimate guidebook when you sign up. Also, feel free to join our Facebook group, Menopause Workshop with Dr. Michelle Gordon. You may also buy physical copies of my books, they are available on Amazon, just look up Dr. Michelle Gordon as the author.
That’s it and thanks for tuning in! I really encourage you all to go and try out meditation, find your peace.
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