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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. 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. 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) Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links. 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! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links.   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/)   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links.   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Episode 27: Dr Michelle Gordon   Are you experiencing burnout? Wanting a shift in your life but not knowing how to get there? My guest today is Dr Michelle Gordon (affectionately known as Dr G), and she has an amazing story and some great tips on helping you navigate life when owning a business. Dr. G is the founder of The Menopause Movement - a community of women who have transcended the misery that can come with menopause. The women in The Menopause Movement are helping each other flourish through menopause and life. She's also host of The Menopause Movement Podcast. When menopause hit her out of the blue with embarrassing hot flashes, crippling self-doubt, stubborn belly fat, and raging moods, she went to work to understand what was happening. Through trial and error on herself, she began to thrive. This resulted in a transformation in her menopause (and her life): √ A 50-lb weight loss... √ Even moods... √ Happiness... Her mission is to take the mystery out of menopause show you how to end suffering to make this the best time of your life! Please find her at her links below: Menopause Movement Website Dr Michelle Gordon Website Instagram Facebook YouTube LinkedIn And as always, check out my Facebook Group for the Mamas at Work Podcast. Please reach out to me on Facebook or Instagram, or email me at mamasatwork.hr@gmail.com if you want to be a guest! --- Piano Rock Instrumental by Hyde - Free Instrumentals https://soundcloud.com/davidhydemusic​ Creative Commons — Attribution 3.0 Unported— CC BY 3.0  Free Download / Stream: https://bit.ly/PianoRockInstrumental​ Music promoted by Audio Library https://youtu.be/AlAxo66T11w ---  

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   Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links.   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links. 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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links. 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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   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/)   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 F*ck Anxiety and Get Sh*t 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   Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links.   For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. 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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   Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links.   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links.   For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. 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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/)    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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   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.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links.   For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. 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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 See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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) I contribute to the author some of the commissions I get for purchases made through links in this post. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 (Paid Link: ) The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself (Paid Link: https://amzn.to/3nxCHxL) The Alphabet Versus the Goddess: The Conflict Between Word and Image (Paid Link: https://amzn.to/37LMn0L) Awakening the Soul of Power: How to Live Heroically and Set Yourself Free (Paid Link: ) Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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) Amazon pays me a small fee when you buy using these links. For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 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. Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

“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 Books mentioned in this episode (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases): Wheat Belly by William Davis (Paid Link: https://amzn.to/3ej4SuU)  Deep Nutrition by Dr. Catherine Shanahan (Paid Link: https://amzn.to/3e5Dn88) 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. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  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. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 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)  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. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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)   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. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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)  Books mentioned in this episode (As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases): Sex Without Stress (Paid Link: https://amzn.to/37w59KD)    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. Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/)  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. Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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) 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. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/    For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.   Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/    For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher.   Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

It's important to be able to make changes based on the season of life you're in. Impact-makers have been known to make big changes in life when they feel convicted, and they have a desire to do something great in the world, using their abilities and experience to benefit others. Today's guest embodies all of that. Dr. Michelle Gordon is a surgeon and host of The Menopause Movement Podcast, and she joins me on the show today to talk about resiliency and filling a need. You can find show notes and more information by clicking here: https://www.bobdepasquale.com/podcast/64

“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/  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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 For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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   For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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=   For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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/  For more podcast episodes, you may also visit my website. Tune in and subscribe to The Menopause Movement Podcast on YouTube,  Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and Stitcher. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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). Thank you for tuning in! See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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.  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. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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)  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. Thank you for tuning in!  See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Dr. G is the founder of The Menopause Movement - a community of women who have transcended the misery that can come with menopause. The women in The Menopause Movement are helping each other flourish through menopause and life. She's also host of The Menopause Movement Podcast. When menopause hit her out of the blue with embarrassing hot flashes, crippling self-doubt, stubborn belly fat, and raging moods, she went to work to understand what was happening. Through trial and error on herself, she began to thrive. This resulted in a transformation in her menopause (and her life): √ A 50-lb weight loss... √ Even moods... √ Happiness... Her mission is to take the mystery out of menopause show you how to end suffering to make this the best time of your life! She's the author of "Managing Menopause: The Ultimate Guidebook" and Menopause Movement: Recipes for Living with Chef Cassandra Cotoia.  Find her here: https://www.facebook.com/drmichellegordon IG:@drmichellegordon twitter: @michelleegordon Find me at https://linktree.com/kerliz  --- This episode is sponsored by · Anchor: The easiest way to make a podcast. https://anchor.fm/app Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/theantikalehealthcoach/support