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This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE! PART TWOMany people grow up fascinated by ghosts, haunted houses, and the possibility of life after death. Few ever expect those questions to follow them home.For Joe De Hoyos, a childhood interest in the paranormal eventually became something much more personal when he found himself living in a house where strange activity seemed impossible to ignore. Unexplained events began occurring throughout the home, but what made the experiences particularly unsettling was a pattern Joe and his family couldn't help noticing.The activity appeared to change with them.Periods of stress, conflict, and heightened emotion often seemed to coincide with increased paranormal experiences, raising questions about whether the phenomena were connected to something already in the house—or something being influenced by the energy of the people living there.Joe shares the experiences that transformed a lifelong fascination with the supernatural into a firsthand encounter with the unexplained, and why he believes some hauntings may be far more connected to the living than we realize.#TheGraveTalks #JoeDeHoyos #HauntedHouse #GhostStories #Paranormal #LifeAfterDeath #Supernatural #Haunting #ParanormalPodcast #UnexplainedMysteriesLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

This is a Grave Talks CLASSIC EPISODE!Many people grow up fascinated by ghosts, haunted houses, and the possibility of life after death. Few ever expect those questions to follow them home.For Joe De Hoyos, a childhood interest in the paranormal eventually became something much more personal when he found himself living in a house where strange activity seemed impossible to ignore. Unexplained events began occurring throughout the home, but what made the experiences particularly unsettling was a pattern Joe and his family couldn't help noticing.The activity appeared to change with them.Periods of stress, conflict, and heightened emotion often seemed to coincide with increased paranormal experiences, raising questions about whether the phenomena were connected to something already in the house—or something being influenced by the energy of the people living there.Joe shares the experiences that transformed a lifelong fascination with the supernatural into a firsthand encounter with the unexplained, and why he believes some hauntings may be far more connected to the living than we realize.#TheGraveTalks #JoeDeHoyos #HauntedHouse #GhostStories #Paranormal #LifeAfterDeath #Supernatural #Haunting #ParanormalPodcast #UnexplainedMysteriesLove real ghost stories? Want even more?Become a supporter and unlock exclusive extras, ad-free episodes, and advanced access:

Astrologers Chris Brennan and Patrick Watson explore the ancient timing technique known as Babylonian goal year periods, which can be used to identify repeating transits and events over very long spans of time. Recovered from the astronomical diaries of Mesopotamian sky watchers in the first millennium BCE, these periods demonstrate how the visible planets repeat their exact zodiacal placements and phase relationships with the Sun over predictable intervals. Our discussion breaks down the math behind these synodic cycles and highlights how repetition is the ultimate key to prediction in both mundane and natal astrology. By examining compelling historical case studies for each of the traditional planets, from the 1929 Wall Street Crash to major breakthroughs in modern communication technology, we show how tracking these ancient cycles allows astrologers to identify profound historical recurrences and project future events with stunning accuracy. This is episode 540 of The Astrology Podcast. Patrick's Website https://patrickwatsonastrology.com Timestamps 00:00:00 Introduction00:01:02 What are Babylonian goal year periods?00:08:52 The story of recovering these ancient periods00:10:42 Donald Trump's birth chart and the 2024 election00:19:29 Historical context: Mesopotamian sky watchers00:34:00 The math and synodic cycles behind the periods00:47:14 Repetition is the key to prediction00:49:44 The Francis Scott Key Bridge collapse00:55:41 Mars goal year examples00:56:19 The 1929 Wall Street Crash and the 2008 Housing Crisis01:15:26 Mercury goal year examples01:21:14 The first video broadcast, cell phone call, and 5G network01:38:16 Venus goal year examples01:41:08 How the 8-year Venus cycle perfectly tracks Nintendo's history01:43:32 The Academy Awards and broadcasting fiascos02:03:55 The Seneca Falls Convention and the 19th Amendment02:21:19 Jupiter goal year examples02:45:12 FDR's Lend-Lease Act and Biden's Ukraine aid package02:48:05 Saturn goal year examples03:00:12 Intimations of the outer planets?03:15:44 The 1,151-year ACT periods03:22:08 Concluding thoughts Watch the Video Version of This Episode https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ZmOUA9qQTvk - Listen to the Audio Version of This Episode Listen to the audio version of this episode or download it as an MP3:

Unexplained weight gain. Brain fog. Periods so irregular your doctor just shrugs and says "that's normal." What if the missing piece isn't your hormones — it's your nervous system? In this episode, I sit down with Micaiah Gray, host of Biblical Healing for Women, to talk about the connection between unresolved trauma, your nervous system, and the physical symptoms doctors can't explain. Micaiah shares her own story — growing up in a chaotic home, walking away from God, and eventually coming back to find healing that touched every part of her life: physical, emotional, and spiritual. We talk about: Why "I forgave it, so it's gone" isn't always true — and what happens when unresolved trauma stays stored in the body The nervous system's role in chronic stress, exhaustion, and feeling like you're always rushing Why healing your relationship with yourself and with God often repairs your relationships with others, too A simple nervous-system tool Micaiah uses daily (and the science behind why it works) The story of Elijah and what it teaches us about grace instead of striving This isn't about trying harder or having more faith. It's about understanding what your body has been carrying — and where God meets you in the middle of it. Connect with Micaiah: Podcast: Biblical Healing for Women Website: https://www.micaiahgray.com/ Want more energy and clarity in your own healing journey? Grab my free training, 8 Myths That Are Keeping You Sick Right Now → herholistichealing.com/free

Periods and menstrual fluid have long been overlooked by scientists. Now, researchers are starting to suspect they might be sources of medical treasure. (Originally aired in 2024) Guest: Jemma Evans, biologist For show transcripts, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unxtranscripts⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ For more, go to ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/unexplainable⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ And please email us! ⁠⁠⁠unexplainable@vox.com⁠⁠⁠ We read every email. Support Unexplainable (and get ad-free episodes) by becoming a Vox Member today: ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠vox.com/members⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Thank you! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

#217 -Pain You've Been Told Is "Normal"? It Might Not Be — The New Rules of Women's Health" If you've ever walked out of a doctor's appointment feeling dismissed, confused, or like you somehow "did it wrong," this episode is your reset. You were never meant to navigate your health blindly. In this conversation, award-winning health journalist Meghan Rabbitt pulls back the curtain on what women haven't been told — from the real impact of stress on your brain to why your period, your pregnancy history, and even your hot flashes hold critical data about your future health. This isn't surface-level wellness advice. It's the missing user manual for your body. This episode will change how you think about: Why women are still underdiagnosed, misunderstood, and under-researched — and how that affects your care The silent connection between pregnancy complications and heart disease Why your stress response is biologically different — and what it's doing to your brain right now The health signals you've been taught to ignore (heavy periods, pain, "normal" symptoms that aren't) How to walk into any doctor's appointment like a CEO, not a bystander The simple, non-negotiable habits that actually move the needle in your health Timestamps: [04:00] – "Bikini medicine" and everything it leaves out about women's health [12:00] – The link between pregnancy history, menopause symptoms, and heart disease [14:00] – The breast cancer risk test most doctors aren't talking about [31:00] – The female stress response: why burnout hits women differently [46:00] – Perimenopause decoded: what to track, what's not normal, what to do What's been normalized (but shouldn't be): Pain brushed off as "just stress." Periods that are debilitating but labeled "normal." Chronic fatigue, brain fog, and anxiety that get minimized. One of the biggest shifts in this episode: just because something is common doesn't mean it's normal. Takeaways you can use immediately: Track your symptoms like data, not complaints Bring a prioritized list to your next doctor's appointment Know your breast cancer lifetime risk score Pay attention to your cycle, stress, and digestion — they're connected Stop waiting to feel "bad enough" to take action This episode doesn't just give you information — it changes how you relate to your body. You stop outsourcing your health, stop minimizing your symptoms, and start asking better questions.  

Former Cleveland pitcher Cody Allen joins Afternoon Drive on The Fan. He talks about the Guardians recent struggles, Stephen Vogt's usage of Cade Smith, the key to this team's sustained success, and more.

Maternity care and its shortcomings will be in the spotlight over the next fortnight, as the biggest maternity inquiry in the history of NHS England prepares to report its findings. The independent review by former midwife, Donna Ockenden, has looked into maternity services at Nottingham University Hospitals NHS Trust. Meanwhile new figures from the Royal College of Midwives show that more than nine out of 10 of those polled felt unsafe staffing levels are directly impacting the quality of care they provide for women and babies. Next week we'll also hear the recommendations of a national review by Baroness Amos. BBC's social affairs correspondent, Michael Buchanan, talks to presenter Nuala McGovern about what we know so far. Joanna Cherry was elected as an MP in 2015, part of the SNP landslide when they took 56 out of 59 Scottish seats, just a year after the referendum on Scottish independence resulted in a No vote. Her memoir, Keeping the Dream Alive, captures the disappointment and euphoria of that time. Joanna went on to lose her seat in 2024 and has become a vocal critic of the party, and of Nicola Sturgeon's leadership. She was also well-known for expressing gender-critical views and concerns at a time when the SNP was trying to deliver a gender self-ID law in Scotland. She joins presenter Nuala McGovern to talk about that "tumultuous decade" in Scottish politics.A new study from the Universities of Exeter and Bristol is looking into how heavy periods impact daily life. Led by Gemma Sharp, a Professor of Epidemiology at Exeter, researchers will collect real-time data from thousands of participants to help us understand the relationship between periods - particularly heavy periods - and our energy levels, sleep and mood. Did you know that mini golf has feminist roots? A playful and ‘playable' exhibition, The Art of Mini Golf, has just opened at the Battersea Arts Centre in London, channelling the inclusive, subversive spirit of the game's female founders. Nuala's joined by curator Grace Herbert and one of the featured artists, Delaine Le Bas, to hear more about mini golf's hidden history and the art it's inspired.Presented by: Nuala McGovern Produced by: Sarah Jane Griffiths

Ever feel like your cycle is just... a mess? Irregular periods, migraines right before your period, years of birth control that never felt right —  Jill's story might as well be yours. She spent her whole life accepting "this is just how it is," until trying to conceive made her finally ask why. In this episode, you'll learn what irregular cycles and pre-period migraines can actually mean for fertility, why a "perfect" 28-day cycle isn't required to get pregnant, and what changed in just two months that made her cycles regulate, her migraines disappear, and her third pregnancy feel completely different. Grab Rise & Source in the show notes and get instant access to the Conception Connection. Full show notes + resources: [link to blog post on fruitfulfertilityco.com] (00:02) Irregular Periods and Cycle-Linked Migraines: A Fertility Warning Sign (03:36) Coming Off Birth Control and Trying to Conceive Naturally (08:16) Why You Don't Need a Perfect Cycle to Get Pregnant (09:42) Finding Rise & Source and Regulating Cycles in Two Months (15:24) Using Fertility Supplements During Pregnancy and Postpartum (18:36) Isaiah 60:22 — Trusting God's Timing When You're Still Waiting Top Listener Questions Answered: Can migraines before your period be a sign of a hormone imbalance? Is it normal to get pregnant without a perfect 28-day cycle? Keywords: irregular periods, get pregnant naturally, Christian fertility, fertility supplements, spotting before period

Episode 17: Relationships: Infidelity In this episode of Paperclips & Periods, Dr. Emily K. Cabrera, EdD, MSN, CAGS, PMHNP-BC and Katie Krych, MSN, RN, PMHNP(c) tackle one of the most uncomfortable and emotionally charged topics in relationships: infidelity. Drawing from personal experiences, professional perspectives, and years of navigating marriage, friendship, and life's challenges, Emily and Katie explore what happens when trust is broken. They discuss the differences between emotional and physical cheating, whether friends should reveal what they know, and the lasting impact betrayal can have on relationships and self-worth. The conversation also examines why people stray, the role of trauma and unmet needs, and whether relationships can truly recover after trust has been shattered. Throughout the episode, they emphasize the importance of communication, accountability, and understanding the human emotions behind difficult choices. As always, this discussion is not about judgment. It is about creating space for honest conversations, exploring different perspectives, and helping listeners feel less alone in the experiences they may be facing. Paperclips & Periods airs on Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network and supports Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry, promoting emotional well-being and whole-person care. Learn more: www.dualmindspsychiatry.com | Listen on Dream Visions 7 Radio Paperclips & Periods Podcast  paperclipsandperiods@gmail.com Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry www.dualmindspsychiatry.com

If you have a daughter who is heading into puberty or is already in the middle of it, this episode is one you will want to save. Jill Castle sits down with Dr. Melisa Holmes, board-certified OB-GYN, co-founder of Girlology, and co-author of Youology: A Puberty Guide for Everybody. With more than 25 years of clinical experience in pediatric and adolescent gynecology, Dr. Holmes brings both the facts and the warmth that parents need when navigating this major chapter of their daughter's development. In this conversation, you will learn: What puberty actually involves beyond breasts and periods, and why the timeline matters Why puberty is starting earlier in girls, and what is driving that trend How earlier puberty affects body image, peer relationships, and emotional development Why a period is a vital sign, and what to watch for when it stops or never shows up What girls should know before their first period, and how to have that conversation The connection between nutrition, bone health, and the menstrual cycle What to do if your daughter has painful periods, and when to seek care The truth about hormones, mood, and the myths that keep circulating How to find an adolescent and pediatric gynecologist Dr. Holmes also addresses the impact of GLP-1 medications and the current cultural pressure around thinness, how to be your daughter's most trusted source of information, and three specific things parents can do right now to support a girl through puberty. Whether your daughter is nine or fifteen, this episode gives you the foundation to talk openly, stay calm, and show up as the steady presence she needs. Resources mentioned in this episode: Girlology website: girlology.com (includes the Dr. Momfidence AI resource) Book: Youology: A Puberty Guide for Everybody by Dr. Melisa Holmes Instagram: @girlology Find Jill's programs for parents at thenourishchild.com.

What happens when the pressures of work intensify AND parenting intensifies at the same time? Senior-level mothers are caught in a two-way trap—and many are quietly burning out, believing it's a personal failure rather than a systemic one.In this episode, I talk with Shalene Gupta, staff editor at Fast Company, about her groundbreaking investigation into how senior-level women are coping with the impossible. After putting out a call on LinkedIn, Shalene received over 100 responses—48,000 words' worth—revealing both the ingenuity and the despair of working mothers trying to have it all.Discover the creative solutions that are actually working: job-sharing arrangements that have lasted 13 years, radical transparency about boundaries that builds trust, and companies (like Cakes) that are redesigning the workplace from the ground up. But also understand why these individual hacks aren't enough—and why the real answer requires systemic change.If you're a working parent, an ambitious woman in corporate America, or someone who wants to understand what's really happening behind closed doors, this is a conversation you need to hear. Because as Shalene says: "It's not you. The system is broken. And it can be redesigned."Featuring:Fast Company article: Corporate America is Crushing Senior-Level Mothers. Here's How They're Coping by Shalene Gupta The 13-year job-share that changed everythingHow transparency becomes a negotiation superpowerWhy women entrepreneurs are building their own solutions and winningWhat real support for working mothers actually looks likeSHALENE GUPTA BIO:Shalene Gupta is a staff editor at Fast Company covering work life and leadership. Her investigative journalism on women, work, and wellness has appeared in The Atlantic, Fortune, Harvard Business Review, ESPN The Magazine, and TIME. She is co-author of The Power of Trust and author of The Cycle: Confronting the Pain of Periods and PMDD. Shalene holds an MS from Columbia Journalism School, a BA in creative writing and psychology from Johns Hopkins University, and is a Fulbright grant recipient. Her work focuses on the systemic barriers women face in corporate America—from motherhood to menopause—and the creative solutions women are building to survive (and thrive) in broken systems.Connect with Shalene on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/shalenegupta/Connect with Jamie on LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/leejieunjamie/Text me your thoughts on this episode!Enjoy the show? Don't miss an episode, listen and subscribe via Apple Podcasts or Spotify.  Leave me a review in Apple Podcasts. Connect with meBook a free hour-long consultation with me. You'll leave with your custom blueprint to confidence, and we'll ensure it's a slam-dunk fit for you before you commit to working with me 1:1. Connect with me on LinkedIn Email me at jamie@jamieleecoach.com 

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When everything becomes more flexibleNot all periods are heavy or intense. Some are lighter, more adaptable.Mercury brings movement through thought, communication, and exchange. Life becomes more changeable, sometimes more scattered - but also more open and curious.During a Mercury period, you may find yourself learning, upskilling, connecting, adjusting, and rethinking your direction.In this week's episode, I explore how Mercury periods operate and why they can feel both dynamic and changeable.

Summary Ali discusses postmenopause, hormone therapy, and debunks common myths about hormonal health after menopause. She emphasizes the importance of understanding hormonal changes, the history of hormone replacement therapy, and holistic approaches to healthy aging. Key Topics Hormonal changes after menopause History and safety of hormone replacement therapy Holistic approaches to healthy aging Chapters 00:00 Understanding Postmenopause: A New Perspective 11:53 The Hormonal Landscape After Menopause 24:03 The Role of Lifestyle in Healthy Aging 35:57 Practical Steps for Navigating Postmenopause Resources Menopause.org - https://menopause.org The New Menopause by Mary Claire Haver - https://www.amazon.com/dp/B09V4X7V7X Ali's Resources:  Beam Supplements - Use Code ALIDAMRON for a discount! Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 25% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron   

If your cycle has been doing things it's never done before — spotting before your period, randomly going longer or shorter, or just feeling totally unpredictable — I know how maddening that is. Especially when your doctor tells you it's "normal" and sends you home with zero answers. In this episode, you'll learn what a truly healthy cycle actually looks like, the root causes behind irregular cycles and pre-period spotting that nobody talks about, and the simple first step to start regulating your cycle naturally. Grab Rise & Source in the show notes and get instant access to the Conception Connection. Full show notes + resources: fruitfulfertilityco.com (00:00) What a Healthy Cycle Actually Looks Like (00:50) Why You're Spotting Before Your Period — The Low Progesterone Connection (03:04) The Root Causes of Irregular Cycles Nobody Told You About (07:41) Rapid Fire: Your Most Googled Cycle Questions Answered (09:57) The Easy Button for Regulating Your Cycle Naturally Top Listener Questions Answered: Why is my period suddenly irregular and what does it mean for fertility? Can low progesterone cause spotting before my period? Keywords: irregular cycles fertility, spotting before period, low progesterone fertility, natural fertility support, trying to conceive     Grab the Low Progesterone Playbook Get it here   Shop my favorite fertility boosting supplements Rise + Source   Free Clarity Call  Application    Let's work together: Work with me    DM me on Instagram: @fruitfulfertilityco

This week, we're talking about a new legal agreement that would end Florida's waiting periods on gun purchases. To discuss the ins and outs of the agreement, we have the gun-rights lawyer who negotiated it on the show. That's Matt Larosiere. He filed a Second Amendment suit against the law alongside Mountain States and the National Rifle Association. Larosiere said Florida's waiting periods, which can range up to five days in parts of the state and apply to all kinds of gun sales, are unconstitutional. He argued there is nothing in the historical record that looks like modern waiting periods, as required by the Supreme Court's Bruen standard. He also said the state can no longer justify them on the idea that they give law enforcement space to complete a background check. Florida Attorney General James Uthmeier (R.) apparently agrees. Instead of defending the law, Uthmeier offered to agree to a judgment blocking its enforcement. He doesn't think there's a viable path to defend the law's constitutionality. That's been a bit of a trend for Uthmeier recently, as he also recently declined to appeal a ruling against the state's open-carry ban. Larosiere agreed the moves are symbolic of Florida's odd gun politics. After all, the state still has a number of gun restrictions rare in red states despite Republicans controlling the government for years and years.Special Guest: Matt Larosiere.

Some periods slow things downSaturn is often associated with difficulty, and not without reason. It brings pressure, responsibility, and the need to face what cannot be avoided.But Saturn isn't there to punish. It's there to stabilise.It asks for patience, discipline, and a willingness to work with what is, rather than what you wish it to be.Over time, Saturn periods can build something lasting - if you stay with them.In this week's episode, I explore how Saturn shapes experience, often through challenge, but ultimately through structure and endurance.

Episode 16: Women: What it Means to Carry Shame around Money In this episode of Paperclips & Periods, Dr. Emily K. Cabrera, EdD, MSN, CAGS, PMHNP-BC and Katie Krych, MSN, RN, PMHNP(c) explore what it means to carry shame around money and why that silence can quietly shape so much of a woman's life, her choices, her relationships, and her sense of self. Money is one of the last things women feel permission to talk about honestly. Not because the feelings are not there, but because shame has a way of making people go quiet. This episode names that silence directly and asks what it would look like to start telling the truth about money, not to fix everything at once, but to stop carrying it alone. The conversation opens with where money shame comes from in the first place. Long before we were adults making financial decisions, we were children absorbing money scripts, the unspoken rules and beliefs passed down through family, culture, and circumstance. Messages like "we don't talk about money," "there's never enough," or "wanting more is selfish" do not disappear when we grow up. They run quietly in the background and shape behavior in ways that can be hard to trace. From there, they move into the real cost of that shame. Financial stress is not separate from mental health. It activates the same stress response in the body as any other ongoing threat, and when shame is layered on top of it, it becomes even harder to look at clearly or ask for help. They also discuss what shame resilience actually looks like in practice, including how to do a financial audit without judgment, what values-based budgeting means when it is used as a clarity tool rather than a restriction, and why saying a financial truth out loud to one safe person can be a more meaningful starting point than any spreadsheet. The episode closes with an introduction to financial therapy as a legitimate and growing field that sits at the intersection of mental health and financial planning, along with practical guidance on how to find a financial therapist and what to expect. It ends with three reflection questions for listeners to sit with: What money story did you inherit? Where does shame show up for you? And what financial truth has been waiting for some air? Paperclips & Periods airs on Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network and supports Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry, promoting emotional well-being and whole-person care. Learn more: www.dualmindspsychiatry.com | Listen on Dream Visions 7 Radio Paperclips & Periods Podcast paperclipsandperiods@gmail.com Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry www.dualmindspsychiatry.com

Yesterday I talked about why stocks are one of the best long-term inflation hedges. But today I want to get more specific because not all stocks perform equally well during inflationary periods.

Having heavy, painful periods or menstrual cycles is often normalized because so many women experience this reality monthly. Coping with a heavy period and feeling unwell are not normal though – they are signs to take a closer look at what is going on inside.  If you feel like you're planning your life around your period, you'll want to listen to the latest episode of The Healthiest You podcast, where we talk about heavy periods and their connection to iron deficiency and bleeding disorders with Nathan Hagstrom, MD, pediatric hematologist oncologist, and Emily Jacobson, PA-C, hematology oncology physician assistant, both with Lehigh Valley Reilly Children's Hospital, part of Jefferson Health.   How do you know if your period is too heavy? What other symptoms may women experience because of heavy periods? What causes heavy periods? Which bleeding disorders are linked to heavy menstrual cycles? How can you heal your menstrual cycle? We answer these questions and more on The Healthiest You podcast this month. Chapters:0:01 - Intro1:11 - Heavy periods 3:08 - Other symptoms related to heavy periods 3:47 - Iron deficiency 4:47 - Ferritin 6:53 - Causes of heavy periods 7:39 - Bleeding disorders linked to heavy periods 11:08 - Getting a diagnosis and starting to heal

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Summary Ali Damron discusses the five pillars of hormone health, emphasizing a nuanced, personalized approach to women's health that integrates neuroplasticity, stress management, nutrition, and functional medicine testing. Key Topics The five pillars of hormone health: neuroplasticity, stress, nutrition, testing, and mindset The role of the nervous system in hormonal and overall health Limitations and benefits of functional medicine testing like Dutch test and GI map The importance of a personalized, nuanced approach over one-size-fits-all protocols The impact of stress, mindset, and perception on physical health and symptoms Takeaways Chronic symptoms often stem from neuroplastic and nervous system dysregulation, not just biochemical imbalances. Functional medicine testing can be valuable but should be used judiciously to avoid overwhelm and over-treatment. A neuroplastic approach can help treat chronic pain, anxiety, and hormonal issues by addressing the brain-body connection. Stress and perception of danger are central to hormonal imbalance; managing these can improve health outcomes. Healthcare should be personalized, with a focus on trust, validation, and understanding patient lifestyle and history. Sound Bites "The mind and body are not different." "Most symptoms are your body's communication." "Your brain perceives your world as dangerous." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Hormone Health 02:46 Understanding Functional Medicine Testing 05:57 The Role of Stress in Health 08:49 Navigating Dietary Protocols 11:48 The Importance of Individualized Care 14:58 The Impact of AI on Healthcare 17:48 The Nervous System's Role in Health 20:59 The Interconnection of Mind and Body 23:47 Practical Approaches to Nutrition and Sleep 27:00 Conclusion and Call to Action Ali's Resources:  Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 25% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron   

In this episode of the Essential Wellness Podcast, Aisha Harley and the Oils A to Z panel explored Shinrin Yoku, doTERRA's Japanese Forest Bathing Blend, also known as the "Oil of Immersion." Joined by Will Wan, Dr. Louise Rose, Dr. Mika Carew, and Arianna Harley, the discussion uncovered the blend's physical, emotional, energetic, and Traditional Chinese Medicine benefits. The panel explained how Shinrin Yoku combines powerful botanicals including citrus oils, patchouli, magnolia leaf, Siberian fir, cardamom, cypress, lavandin, and geranium to support nervous system regulation, emotional grounding, and overall wellness. They also explored the science behind forest bathing and shared practical ways to incorporate the blend into daily routines for greater calm, presence, and resilience.

Today marks No Apologies Period Day. The day focuses on period positivity, open conversation, and reducing the shame that can surround menstruation.But, are periods still a taboo subject?Dr. Kay Maunsell, Associate Professor of Psychology and Education at the School of Human Development at DCU, joins Seán to discuss.

UFC World Champion Miesha Tate joins Dr. Will Cole for one of the most honest conversations about an athlete's relationship with food, hormones, and identity ever recorded on this show. Miesha shares her journey from a broke college kid fighting in a barn to winning a world title — and what it cost her: eating disorders, yo-yo dieting for 14 years, a hypothyroidism diagnosis at 19, losing her period after dropping to 125 pounds post-kids, and the moment after retiring that brought her to a breaking point. She also shares what actually healed her — spiritually, relationally, and physically — and why she's now on a mission to close the gender gap in hormonal research, starting with the luteal phase. For all links mentioned in this episode, visit www.drwillcole.com/podcast.Please note that this episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct or indirect financial interest in products or services referred to in this episode.Sponsors:Use code willcole at aurahouse.com for 10% off your first order. Completely worth it.For a limited time, Prolon is offering listeners 15% off site wide plus a $40 bonus gift when you subscribe to their 5-Day Program! Just visit ProlonLife.com/WILLCOLE!Use code BEINGWELL at Monarch.com to get your first year of Monarch Core half off at just $50!Our Place today. Visit fromourplace.com/WILLCOLE and use code WILLCOLE for 10% off sitewide.Use code WILLCOLE at puori.com/WILLCOLE to get 32% off Puori Grass-fed Whey Protein when you start a subscription. In addition, you get a free shaker worth $25!Produced by Dear Media.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

When life begins to make senseThere are periods where things begin to open. Understanding deepens. Opportunities arise. There's a sense that life is moving in a meaningful direction.This is often the domain of Jupiter. But Jupiter doesn't just bring growth; it brings perspective. It helps you see the larger pattern behind your experiences.At its best, it offers guidance, support, and expansion that feels aligned.But even here, there can be excess, too much of a good thing, or a tendency to rely on what feels easy.In this week's episode, I explore how Jupiter periods unfold and why they are often remembered as times of growth, learning, and possibility.

Are you feeling stuck in a painful waiting period or wondering why your life feels upside down right now? Discover why difficult seasons of transition are actually setting you up for your greatest purpose and how to navigate the messy middle. Summary Life transitions can be confusing, painful, and overwhelming. Often, when a season ends, we try to revive it, working extra hard to bring back what is already over. In this powerful message, Elliott Warren explains why letting go of the past is completely essential for stepping into your future. He shares how the new things meant for your life simply cannot arrive until the old passes away.  If you've been carrying wounds from past failures, or if you're just tired of waiting for things to change, this message offers practical hope. Periods of upheaval and disappointment are often divine setups designed to bring healing and restoration to your soul. Learn how to allow the difficult moments to heal your past, break down old mindsets, and prepare you to receive a brand-new vision for the season ahead.  Table of Contents 00:00:00 Navigating Seasons of Transition and Life's Upheavals  00:07:33 Why We Must Let Go of the Past Before the New Begins  00:17:08 Finding True Healing and Restoration After Disappointment  00:26:19 Restoring Your Soul: How Waiting Heals Our Inner Wounds  00:31:51 Discovering a Brand New Vision and Purpose for Your Life  00:41:40 Breaking Old Mindsets to Understand the Truth About Change  00:54:21 The Power of Waiting: Why You Can't Rush the Process  #christianity #christianmotivation #church #faith #findingpurpose #healingjourney #Jesus #lettinggo #lifetransitions #newseason #overcomingdisappointment #sermon #spiritualgrowth #trusttheprocess #waitingonGod If this message helped you navigate your current season, please subscribe to our channel and share this video with someone who needs encouragement today! Welcome to the official channel of Cross Culture Global, the digital-first media ministry of Cross Culture Church, led by Pastor Elliott Warren. We believe following Jesus isn't a Sunday tradition—it's a radical way of living in today's world. Our mission is to move beyond motivation to deliver profound biblical teaching with raw, real-life application. We dive deep into the complex and often "off-limits" topics that matter most. What you'll find here: Raw Truth: Deep biblical insights for a today's culture. Global Community: A virtual-first community reaching every corner of the earth. New Here? Learn more about us: crossculturechurch.com  Give online: crossculturechurch.com/give  Listen on Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/5TKYUWdiK0N204bF6b4U4w Watch on TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@crosscultureglobal Follow on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/CrossCultureGlobal/ Sermones disponibles en español. / الخطب متوفرة بالعربية / हिंदी में उपदेश उपलब्ध / 提供中文讲道

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Episode 15: Gratitude during times when Worry feels Constant or Overwhelming In this episode of Paperclips and Periods, Dr. Emily K. Cabrera and Katie Krych talk about gratitude during times when worry feels constant or overwhelming. They explore how anxiety and “what if” thinking can narrow our focus, making it harder to notice what is steady, supportive, and good in our lives. Gratitude is not about ignoring stress, but about gently expanding our awareness so both worry and appreciation can exist together. They share how gratitude does not need to be big or complicated. It can be as simple as noticing small comforts in daily life, like a favorite coffee, a quiet moment in the car, or something practical that makes life easier. The conversation also moves into deeper gratitude for things like family, friendships, meaningful work, and support systems that often get overlooked when stress is high. They reflect on how anxiety can make gratitude harder to access, and how intentionally noticing small positives can help restore balance. The goal is not to remove worry, but to create space for both concern and appreciation. The episode ends with a simple reflection: noticing one small thing and one meaningful thing to be grateful for in the present moment. Paperclips & Periods airs on Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network and supports Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry, promoting emotional well-being and whole-person care. Learn more: www.dualmindspsychiatry.com | Listen on Dream Visions 7 Radio Paperclips & Periods Podcast paperclipsandperiods@gmail.com Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry www.dualmindspsychiatry.com

What if we stopped treating sport like entertainment and started treating it like healthcare? That's the question at the center of this conversation with Mary Cain: professional middle-distance runner, Stanford medical student, and New York Times Bestselling author of the new memoir This Is Not About Running. Host Heather Caplan, RDN, and Mary Cain talk about what it would actually take to change sports culture, including how we coach youth athletes, how providers diagnose and treat REDs, and what it means to find yourself outside of sport.  Chapters 09:10- What hope actually looks like in women's sports right now 11:32- Reframing athletics through a healthcare lens 14:01- What is an athlete? Rethinking youth sport, PE, and why kids drop out 18:49- Detaching from outcomes- what coaches, parents, and teammates can actually do to support athletes 23:28- Periods, pressure, and getting her first period in 10th grade  29:59- Flexibility and fueling across seasons  31:37- REDs vs. the Female Athlete Triad 32:34- Talking to athletes with body dysmorphia: a more trauma-informed approach  38:36- How Mary got diagnosed with REDs and navigated the healthcare system 44:47- When a non-sport therapist was exactly the right call 47:44- Writing This Is Not About Running while in med school Resources mentioned: This Is Not About Running by Mary Cain is available now The Rich Roll Podcast Another Mother Runner Podcast Follow Mary on Instagram: @runmarycain Connect + get support: Are you an athlete? Find a sports dietitian, DPT, therapist, or coach who understands athletes at lane9project.org/directory. Are you a clinician or coach? If this conversation resonated with you professionally, Lane 9 Membership was built for you. Join a community of dietitians, DPTs, psychologists, sports medicine providers, and coaches who are doing this work, and get listed in the Lane 9 Directory so athletes can find you. Future clinicians and coaches are welcome too. Follow us on Instagram and get in touch anytime!

When Feeling Good Becomes the Goal Instead of the CompassHave you ever heard someone, maybe yourself, say “I checked, and my body said no.” When it comes to making an important decision?Larry and I were talking on our drive home after the Looking at 2026 call about a pattern we've seen again and again, not just in others, but in ourselves. When faced with decisions, even important ones, people often choose based on pain avoidance. The deciding factor isn't what's best long-term, but whether something feels comfortable or uncomfortable in the body. That choice feels reasonable. It's also quietly costly. This will often evolve into a Catch-22 situation, always feeding itself into unending circles that have us spinning on our wheels and not getting anywhere. An example of these spinning wheels when we fall for the body decision making by avoiding pain is when the “higher” self will place us in super painful situations in order to shift us to do something else. Like poverty and bad credit ratings, for example, used to stop us from a shopping addiction. Left field! I know.The Body Is Brilliant — and Not in ChargeI've spoken at length about why body-based resonance and dissonance are not enough to “truth” something even though our body is excellent at finding what is true and what is not. Sensations and emotions can be influenced by unconscious programs, fear responses, or the body's own agenda. However, even though the body is excellent at seeking comfort and relief and we can use that tendency to find what is true from what is false, the body is not designed to evaluate long-term outcomes that include life changes. The body is designed for the here and now comfort cue, illustrated sometimes by the saying, short term pain for long term gain used to push through discomfort in order to achieve, perhaps, better physical fitness. Body says NO, but WE know better.Another dramatic example is substance addiction: the body prioritizes numbness or pleasure despite the soul knowing the long-term consequences can be catastrophic. The body will tell the person that the truth is that if they have a few drinks, their pleasure and comfort will increase. Yup, it's true! A short term pleasure for a long term pain, again an instance where the body doesn't see long term results as relevant.A quieter example is turning down a better job because being the new person feels uncomfortable, even though staying put limits the person's growth. The body is telling the truth when saying that staying with what is familiar is less stressful (in the short term - the body can't see long term).In both cases, comfort wins. Wisdom loses.Why Feeling Good Was Never Meant to Make Life DecisionsI use bodily sensation as a guidance system in very limited ways. It helps me find lost objects or navigate while driving without an address. For that, it's precise and useful.But it does not work for life decisions. Change is uncomfortable. Growth disrupts equilibrium. New directions activate fear and uncertainty in the body. If comfort were the deciding factor, no meaningful transformation would ever occur.Short-Term Comfort Is Not the Same as Long-Term WisdomThe phrase “the path of least resistance” often gets misused. What people actually follow is the path of least discomfort. Because change triggers resistance in the body, the mind, and even our co-creators, choosing comfort often results in staying still. The familiar feels safer than the unknown, even when it leads nowhere.“I wanted to move to a high-frequency community, but it rains there all the time and my body can't stand the rain.”Basing the entire decision of where to live on their body comfort, disregards the entirety of their experience and relationship with their community. Figuring out when it's fear of pain, or rain, making the decision, or an intuitive guiding system is a fine line. Let's learn how to discern what is what when it comes to body discomfort.How the Nervous System Prioritizes ReliefThe body is wired to reduce pain and avoid stress. Discomfort signals danger. The instruction is simple: stop, withdraw, avoid. This system is essential for survival. It is not designed for strategic decision-making. When the body leads, long-term considerations disappear.In our present society, we are taught and wired for instant gratification and endorphin hits. Breaking through the discomfort of change is not something that is encouraged or taught in school. And even the places that teach it, like boot camp in the armed forces, it is done in ways that also include brain washing and following orders that push us past our humaneness. Or cramming for final exams, harsh and hard and uncomfortable, but teaches short term memory of useless data over long term wisdom or discernment.In other words, our society does not teach us any high-frequency reason or way to push past discomfort in order to see a clear long term road ahead.Wisdom Sees Further Than SensationThe body can provide valuable data, but only when framed correctly. Sensations help refine questions. They do not provide answers. Wisdom holds context. It sees timing, consequence, and trajectory. When wisdom leads, the body eventually recalibrates. We have to take this into consideration when dealing with body discomforts as we make our long term decisions.One of the reasons why bodies react so heavily to long term decisions that require change is another aspect of society that is encouraged to disempower us. That is the aspect of teaching people to make decisions on their own (or their spouse if they are married), not as a group or tribe. Group or tribe decision making is so corrupted in society that we have been taught to distrust it absolutely. Huge financial and intellectual investments go into manipulating decision making of leaders and groups of people, making them think they are making good long term decisions when in fact the decisions were made for them. And yes, those manipulations are all comfort/discomfort based. All our bodies are involved in this; emotional, mental, ego, energy as well as physical.I am not giving us an “out” or “excuses” for letting the seeking of comfort and pleasure be our main decision making tool. I am bringing this information into our awareness so that we can understand what is happening and we can pivot from our previous disabling habits and into empowered ones. Let's understand what we are doing and not fall into the blame-game here.Why Listening Only to the Body Shrinks FuturesSomatic information is useful, but it must be interpreted, not obeyed.Periods of high stress, fear, or loss are especially poor times to use bodily sensation to guide decisions. Emotional processing comes first. Otherwise, fear quietly becomes the decision-maker. And if there's something more limiting than choosing comfort, it's choosing from fear. Making long term and life decisions is by default a stressful time for our bodies.So, who is in charge?The body is an extraordinary instrument for navigating a physical world. It is fast, sensitive, and deeply invested in survival. But it was never meant to be a long-term strategist.When we hand authority to comfort or pain avoidance, we don't stay safe. We stay small, through thousands of reasonable-seeming choices that favor relief and pleasure over direction.Discomfort, fear, mental spinning, and emotional exhaustion do not automatically mean we are doing something wrong. They often mean we are doing something new. Whether it is wrong or right needs further work and exploration.The mistake is not feeling these signals. The mistake is letting them decide for us before we can figure out what they are saying.When the body is under stress, the task is not to reorganize our lives around eliminating those sensations. The task is to restore clarity, process the charge, and step into a wider field of awareness where decisions can be made with context, timing, and purpose intact.From that larger awareness, the body can be met with care rather than obedience. Comfort can follow. But it does not lead.Our mission and long term goals don't respond to how comfortable we feel and how much pleasure we are getting moment to moment.High-frequency reality responds to who is in charge. Make sure it's you.The discussion doesn't stop here - listen to the full podcast episode for unfiltered insights from Inelia and our panelists. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit dttr.substack.com/subscribe

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Feeling exhausted or disconnected from your body—even when you're “doing everything right?” K+L sit down with DailyBasis founders Izzy Fischer + Sophie Allen, alongside board-certified OBGYN Christy Evans, for an eye-opening conversation about the hidden health struggles impacting millions of women. From eating disorders + chronic stress to hormone imbalances + cycle syncing, they unpack why so many women feel dismissed by the healthcare system—and how understanding your menstrual cycle can completely change the way you approach your health, energy, relationships, and life. If you've ever felt overwhelmed by wellness advice, frustrated by your hormones, or confused about what supplements actually support your body, this episode offers a grounded, empowering approach to women's health—and will change the way you think about your body for good. We also talk about: PMDD, hormone imbalance, and severe mood swings Why women are chronically exhausted + burnt out The connection between body image, control, and eating disorders How hormones impact hunger, energy, confidence, and anxiety Why women's health research has historically ignored female biology The truth about cycle syncing + wellness obsession Iron deficiency, heavy periods, and nutrient depletion How understanding your cycle can improve relationships + self-compassion Resources: Instagram: @dailybasislife Website: www.dailybasislife.com  Get 50% off your first month with code ALMOST30 at dailybasislife.com, or go directly to dailybasislife.com/ALMOST30. Sponsors: BetterHelp | This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. You don't have to say yes to everything this summer. Find support in therapy. Sign up and get 10% off at https://BetterHelp.com/almost30. Naturium | Give your skin the affordable, luxurious glow up it deserves. Go to https://Naturium.com/ALMOST30 for 10% off your first purchase today. Ka'Chava | Go to https://www.kachava.com and use code ALMOST30 for 15% off your first order. Hero Bread | Hero Bread is offering 10% off your order. Go to https://hero.co and use code A30POD at checkout. The Absorption Company | Start taking supplements your body can actually absorb. Go to https://absorbmore.com and enter ALMOST30 at check out for up to 35% off your first order.  To advertise on this podcast please email: partnerships@almost30.com. Learn More: Get your copy of Almost 30, A definitive guide to a life you love for the next decade and beyond. https://almost30.com/book Listen to Morning Microdose! A quick trip into higher consciousness - https://almost30.com/morning-microdose Watch on YouTube - https://youtube.com/Almost30Podcast Join our community - https://www.facebook.com/Almost30podcast/groups Follow: https://instagram.com/almost30podcast https://tiktok.com/@almost30podcast Podcast disclaimer can be found by visiting: almost30.com/disclaimer. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Summary  Krista Day-Gloe, a licensed clinical social worker and body-led mental health expert, discusses the complex relationship between hormonal cycles, emotional eating, and mental health. She shares insights on how understanding the menstrual cycle, neurodivergence, and body-mind connection can transform approaches to disordered eating and chronic health issues. Key Topics Hormonal impact on mood and eating Menstrual cycle phases and their effects Neurodivergence and its relation to eating behaviors Body-mind connection in mental health Practical tools for tracking hormones and symptoms  Guest Name Krista Day-Gloe Sound Bites "Estrogen makes us feel more satiated." "Our hormones are different every day." "Our thoughts create our reality." Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Emotional Eating and Hormonal Impact 10:08 Understanding the Menstrual Cycle and Its Effects 18:41 The Role of Diet and Nutrition in Emotional Well-being 29:37 Navigating Mental Health and Body Awareness 40:10 Conclusion and Key Takeaways Resources and Krista's Links Healing Roots Wellness Center - https://healingrootswellness.com Mood and Moon Book - https://www.example.com/mood-and-moon Hormone Tracker Download - https://healingrootswellness.com/hormone-tracker Instagram - https://instagram.com/healingrootswellness Ali's Resources:  Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 25% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron   

What if the villains of history, mythology, religion, and politics were never the real villains?In this thought-provoking episode of Kaka Balli Punjabi Podcast, we challenge some of the most powerful narratives ever told and ask a controversial question: Who decides who is a hero and who is a villain?From Mahabharata and Ramayana to world history, religion, politics, psychology, and modern pop culture, we explore how society creates heroes, villains, and enemies. Is history really written by the winners? Are we taught facts, or are we taught narratives?We discuss Duryodhan, Karna, Krishna, Ravana, Aurangzeb, Churchill, Hitler, Thanos, and many other figures who continue to divide opinion. Some are remembered as heroes, some as monsters, but what happens when we examine their stories from a different perspective?In the Mahabharata, was Duryodhan simply a power-hungry villain, or was he a loyal friend who stood by Karna when society rejected him because of caste? If Krishna is considered divine, why did he allow or encourage tactics that broke the rules of war? Can the end ever justify the means?In the Ramayana, Ravana is remembered as one of the greatest villains in Indian mythology. But what happens when we look at the story through the lens of family honor, power, pride, and perspective? Does every story have two sides?We also discuss the idea that many of history's most hated figures genuinely believed they were doing the right thing. From Aurangzeb to modern political leaders, how often do people commit questionable actions while believing they are serving a greater cause?The conversation then moves beyond mythology into modern history and geopolitics.• Is America really the world's police?• How do governments use propaganda?• How are wars justified?• Why are some leaders celebrated while others are condemned?• Does power influence morality?We explore the idea that public perception is often shaped by media, politics, religion, education systems, and cultural narratives. The same person can be viewed as a hero by one group and a villain by another.The podcast also examines religion, faith, heaven, hell, divine punishment, and the human tendency to believe that the religion we are born into is the ultimate truth. Are beliefs chosen, or are they inherited?Beyond history and religion, we look at fictional villains such as Thanos and characters from The Boys. Why do modern audiences increasingly relate to villains? Why do so many fictional villains have understandable motivations? Why are morally grey characters becoming more popular than traditional heroes?We also discuss an uncomfortable truth: villains may play an essential role in human progress.Throughout history, crisis has often created innovation.World wars accelerated medicine, engineering, aviation, and technology.The Cold War accelerated space exploration, computing, and the digital revolution.Periods of famine and hardship led to agricultural breakthroughs and large-scale reforms.In nature, predators force prey to evolve. Pressure creates adaptation. Competition creates growth. Could the same principle apply to human civilization?Perhaps villains, rivals, enemies, and crises act as society's ultimate stress tests.This episode is not about glorifying violence, hatred, dictators, or harmful actions. It is about questioning assumptions, challenging narratives, exploring different perspectives, and encouraging critical thinking.Topics Covered:• Heroes vs Villains• Duryodhan and Karna• Krishna and Mahabharata• Ravana and Ramayana• Bhagavad Gita• Aurangzeb• Churchill vs Hitler• America and Global Politics• Propaganda and Media Narratives• Religion and Faith• Heaven and Hell• Philosophy and Critical Thinking• Thanos and The Boys• Psychology of Villains• History Written by Winners• Power, Morality and Perspective• Why Society Needs Villains• Human Nature• Politics and Ideology• Indian History and Mythology

Are you going to feel good all summer, or hit August wondering why you became a different person from the neck up? Summer always feels like the healthiest (and happiest) season - lighter food, a few drinks at the barbecue, more movement, sunshine, a slower pace. So why do so many women feel worse in July and August than any other time of year?Turns out, summer is one of the sneakiest seasons for progesterone. It's because everything you do looks completely right and healthy, but the habits that look the most innocent are the ones that cause harm. And your body keeps a running tab. So by mid-July, it starts sending you the bill, in the form of PMS that's crept back, mood swings you thought you'd fixed, and that specific kind of exhaustion that no amount of sleep seems to touch.I'd like you to know: this is not a willpower problem. Your body is just running on less safety than it needs to make progesterone, and it's been doing that since May.Here's what we get into:The summer-specific breakfast habit that feels like a healthy upgrade but spikes your cortisol every single morning (yes, even the organic macro-balanced version)Why your luteal phase in July and August is almost always the worst of the year, and the one thing that actually protects itWhat GLP-1s and rapid summer weight loss do to your estrogen and progesterone, and what to watch for if this is you (or your friend)No one is telling you to skip the barbecue or eat a hot breakfast in a heatwave. This is an honest conversation that helps you actually feel good when August gets here, instead of just surviving it.If you've ever looked at your calendar in September and thought, "Okay, now I actually have to fix myself," this episode is for you. Because the fix is a lot simpler than a full reset, and it starts right now, in June, before compounding even has a chance to happen.Pop it on while you're making dinner tonight. It's about 20 minutes, and it might be the most useful thing you'll listen to all summer.Fix Your Breakfast, Fix Your Hormones Podcast CourseE57: How Much Does Alcohol REALLY Impact Your Hormones?NEED HELP FIXING YOUR HORMONES? CHECK OUT MY RESOURCES:Breakfast GuideNourish Tracker - Discount code: HAPPILYHORMONALBook a FREE Hormone Strategy Call with meGrab your Happily Hormonal Quick Start GuideHormone Imbalance Quiz - Find out which of the top 3 hormone imbalances affects you most!Join Nourish Your Hormones Coaching for the step-by-step and my eyes on YOUR hormones for the next 4 months.Send us a text with episode feedback or ideas! (We can't respond to texts unless you include contact info but always read them)Don't forget to subscribe, share this episode, and leave a review. Your support helps us reach more women looking for answers.Disclaimer: Nothing in this podcast is to be taken as medical advice, please take informed accountability and speak to your provider before making changes to your health routine.This podcast is for women and moms to learn how to balance hormones naturally in motherhood, to have pain-free periods, increased fertility, to decrease PMS mood swings, and to increase energy without restrictive diet plans. You'll learn how to balance blood sugar, increase progesterone naturally, understand the root cause of estrogen dominance, irregular periods, PCOS, insulin resistance, hormonal acne, post birth-control syndrome, and conceive naturally. We use a pro-metabolic, whole food, root cause approach to functional women's health and focus on truly holistic health and mind-body connection.If you listen to any of the following shows, we're sure you'll like ours too! Pursuit of Wellness with Mari Llewellyn, Culture Apothecary with Alex Clark, Found My Fitness with Rhonda Patrick, Just Ingredients Podcast, Wellness Mama, The Dr Josh Axe Show, Are You Menstrual Podcast, The Model Health Show, Grounded Wellness By Primally Pure, Be Well By Kelly Leveque, The Freely Rooted Podcast with Kori Meloy, Simple Farmhouse Life with Lisa Bass

The period that pulls you into the unknownSome periods expand your life in ways you didn't expect.Rāhu, the North Node, does this more than any other.Where Ketu, the South Node, tends to remove, Rāhu amplifies. It draws you toward new experiences, new desires, and often into territory you've never explored before.There can be a sense of urgency, a need to grasp something just out of reach.At times, this leads to growth and opportunity. At others, it can bring confusion, overextension, or a feeling of chasing something that never quite satisfies.In this week's episode, I explore how Rāhu activates the chart through desire, disruption, and expansion beyond familiar boundaries.

Episode 14: Hold Gratitude and Worry at the Same Time In this episode of Paperclips & Periods, Dr. Emily K. Cabrera, EdD, MSN, CAGS, PMHNP-BC, and Katie Krych, MSN, RN, PMHNP(c), explore what it means to hold gratitude and worry at the same time, especially in seasons where the mind feels full, alert, or overwhelmed. They begin by grounding the conversation in a simple but powerful idea. When anxiety and “what if” thinking take up a lot of mental space, it can become harder to notice what is steady, supportive, and good. Gratitude in this context is not about minimizing fear or pretending everything is fine. Instead, it is about gently widening perspective so that worry and appreciation can coexist without one erasing the other. Throughout the episode, they highlight how gratitude does not need to be profound to matter. It can show up in small, everyday moments such as appreciating a car color that hides dirt more easily, noticing a warm cup of coffee in the morning, or finding a brief pocket of quiet in a busy day. These seemingly small observations can help anchor the nervous system back into the present. From there, the conversation expands into more foundational forms of gratitude, including appreciation for family, friendships, meaningful work, and a supportive social circle. These are often the parts of life that become background noise when stress and worry take center stage, even though they are essential sources of stability and connection. They also discuss how worry naturally narrows attention, why gratitude can feel less accessible during periods of heightened anxiety, and how intentionally noticing both small and meaningful positives can help restore balance. The goal is not to eliminate worry, but to create space for a fuller and more accurate view of lived experience. This episode offers a grounded and realistic approach to gratitude that meets people where they are, especially during emotionally heavy or overstimulated seasons. It closes with a reflective invitation for listeners to identify one small thing and one meaningful thing they can appreciate in the present moment. Paperclips & Periods airs on Dreamvisions 7 Radio Network and supports Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry, promoting emotional well-being and whole-person care. Learn more: www.dualmindspsychiatry.com | Listen on Dream Visions 7 Radio Paperclips & Periods Podcast paperclipsandperiods@gmail.com Dual Minds Integrative Psychiatry www.dualmindspsychiatry.com

If you're listening to this episode, chances are you or someone you love is struggling with a hormonal, inflammatory, reproductive, or chronic pain condition like endometriosis or PCOS/PMOS… I know firsthand how exhausting and frustrating it can be to get proper care, and how much these conditions can impact your life, from pain and fertility struggles, to metabolism issues, bloating, and the impact on your physical and mental health. The good news? Women's health conversations are finally starting to change around conditions that have historically been dismissed, minimized, or misunderstood. In this episode, I'm joined by renowned gynecologist and gynecologic surgeon Dr. Karen Tang to unpack the truth about endometriosis and PCOS (now more accurately named PMOS — Polyendocrine Metabolic Ovarian Syndrome. This interview is packed with validating, practical, and empowering information that every woman deserves to hear. We dive deep into the symptoms, root causes, inflammation, hormones, fertility struggles, diagnosis delays, treatment options, and evidence-based lifestyle interventions that can actually help women living with these issues. Dr. Tang explains why endometriosis is far more than “bad period pain,” how it can affect the entire body, and why it often takes women an average of 7–11 years to receive a diagnosis. We also cover PCOS/PMOS as a metabolic and hormonal disorder (not just a fertility condition) including insulin resistance, blood sugar dysregulation, and long-term health risks. Dr. Tang is a leader in reproductive health, has taught medical students and residents at institutions like Harvard and University of Pennsylvania, and she reaches millions of viewers on her social media channels where she explains gynaecology, pelvic pain, and reproductive rights. She's the author of It's Not Hysteria, Everything You Need To Know About Your Reproductive Health (But Were Never Told). Tune in to learn about: The signs and symptoms of endometriosis and PCOS/PMOS Why women's pain is so often normalized or dismissed in healthcare The stages and severity of endometriosis Common triggers for endometriosis flare-ups Anti-inflammatory diets, supplements, and lifestyle changes that may help Fertility considerations for women with endometriosis and/or PCOS Why doctors prescribe birth control as a treatment Non-hormonal treatment options that can help address the root cause How to advocate for yourself when doctors dismiss your symptoms Follow Dr. Tang: https://thrivegyn.com/  https://www.instagram.com/karentangmd/?hl=en  Subscribe to my Substack:teachmehowtoadult.substack.comFollow us on the ‘gram:@teachmehowtoadultmedia@gillian.bernerFollow on TikTok: @teachmehowtoadultSubscribe on YouTube

If you're thinking about replacing your hormones as they decline with age, it's important to really think through why you want to take hormones and how you want to take hormones.  So that you're a thinking woman making intelligent decisions about her future rather than an object being acted upon.  Standard practice is that the only reason to take hormones is to take the edge off your most bothersome perimenopausal symptoms and that how you take them is to take the lowest effective dose of estrogen and only to add progesterone if you still have your uterus.  But those aren't the only reasons or methods, and I think understanding alternative frameworks of thinking about hormone replacement will make your future better, whether you decide to keep having periods in your 60s and 70s or not.email me: healthcouragecollective@gmail.comAre you ready to give your cells their best chance to not have to stop living before they die by allowing them access to physiologic levels of hormones, but aren't sure how to even get started?  Join the waitlist for my new beta program here and help me figure out how best to help wonderful women like you get the hormone care they deserve!Join the Waitlist HereCome visit me: www.healthcouragecollective.comemail me: healthcouragecollective@gmail.com

 summary Ali Damron explores the impact of stress, hormonal fluctuations, and lifestyle habits on women's nervous systems, sleep, and overall well-being. She offers practical strategies for calming the nervous system, managing stress, and creating sustainable habits to improve health and resilience.  key topics Stress and nervous system regulation Hormonal fluctuations during perimenopause Practical habits for stress resilience  sound bites "Boredom is now perceived as a threat." "Blood sugar stability is key to reducing anxiety." "Over-functioning and control are major stressors." Chapters 00:00 Understanding Women's Exhaustion and Relaxation 05:54 The Impact of Pressure and Expectations 11:58 Navigating Perimenopause and Hormonal Changes 18:03 The Role of Nutrition and Eating Habits 24:00 Strategies for Managing Stress and Anxiety 29:51 Building Sustainable Habits for Wellness  resources   Ali's Resources:  Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 25% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron 

In this episode of the Perform Happy Podcast, I sit down with Nicky Keay to talk about puberty, periods, hormones, and how they affect young athletes physically and mentally during one of the biggest transitions of their lives.For many gymnasts, puberty can feel confusing and frustrating. Skills suddenly feel different, emotions feel bigger, and bodies begin to change in ways athletes are often taught to fear instead of understand.Dr. Keay explains why these changes are not something athletes should fight against. Hormones play a critical role in bone health, strength, recovery, cognition, and long-term athletic performance. While puberty can temporarily affect coordination, balance, and confidence, it is also what helps young athletes grow into stronger, healthier women.We also discuss the importance of fueling properly during adolescence, especially in sports like gymnastics and dance where underfueling is extremely common. Dr. Keay explains how missing or irregular periods can be a warning sign of Relative Energy Deficiency in Sport (RED-S), and why parents and coaches should pay attention early.One of the most helpful parts of this conversation is learning how athletes can better understand their own menstrual cycles instead of fearing them. Rather than seeing periods as a weakness, athletes can learn patterns, prepare ahead of time, and build confidence through awareness and recovery.In this episode you will hearWhy puberty changes athletic performance How hormones affect strength, recovery, and coordination Why missing periods can signal RED-S How underfueling impacts health and performance Why body changes during puberty are normal and necessary How athletes can track and work with their menstrual cycles Why parents and coaches need to create healthier conversations around pubertyThis conversation is a powerful reminder that puberty is not the end of an athlete's potential. With the right support, nutrition, and understanding, young athletes can grow into stronger, healthier, and more confident competitors.Learn exactly what to say and do to guide your athlete through a mental block with my new book "Parenting Through Mental Blocks" Order your copy today: https://a.co/d/g990BurFollow me on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/complete_performance/Join my FaceBook page: https://www.facebook.com/completeperformancecoaching/Check out my website: https://completeperformancecoaching.com/Write to me! Email: rebecca@completeperformancecoaching.comReady to help your athlete overcome fears and mental blocks while gaining unstoppable confidence? Discover the transformative power of PerformHappy now. If your athlete is struggling or feeling left behind, it's time for a change. Are you ready? For more info and to sign up: PerformHappy.com

The Colorado Avalanche couldn't hold onto a three goal lead against the Las Vegas Golden Knights, giving up five unanswered goals through two periods and losing 5-3. Up next, the Avs try to stave off elimination in Vegas on Tuesday night.

In this episode, Dr. Elle aka Dr. Sexy breaks down the 13 biggest things quietly wrecking the vaginal microbiome and why so many women stay stuck in cycles of BV, yeast infections, odor, irritation, and feeling “off” in their own bodies. She gets real about what it actually takes to keep your pussy balanced while living a sexually open lifestyle, from sex parties and multiple partners to semen exposure, stress, sleep, hormones, and the everyday habits nobody realizes are throwing their body into chaos. This conversation is raw, shame-free, and packed with practical advice for women who want to explore their sexuality without constantly paying for it physically afterward. If you've ever wondered why your body keeps reacting no matter how “clean” or careful you are, this episode gets into the real root causes most doctors never talk about.Bacterial Vaginosis (BV). (02:03)Microbiome 101: what is it? What are the key bacteria in the vaginal microbiome, and what is the overlap with the gut microbiome? (03:29)13 Things That Disrupt the Microbiome:Gut Health. (05:55)Antibiotics, and things that act like them. (16:32)Douching, soap and spermicide. (22:37)Food, sugar, and water-based lubes. (24:06)Periods, semen, saliva, and hormonal changes. (26:34)Prevention/support for your microbiome. (32:46)Oral vs. inserted probiotics, and boric acid. (37:47)______________Get 10% off ALL supplements discussed and more here: https://us.fullscript.com/welcome/deepwellnessFor Elle's Vaginal Health Protocols: Check back May 23rd or after - link will be here! ______________

In this episode, Ali Damron shares insights on navigating the emotional and physical challenges that come with busy seasons, hormonal fluctuations, and life's unpredictability. Whether you're dealing with perimenopausal symptoms, overwhelming schedules, or emotional stress, this discussion offers practical advice rooted in understanding and neuroscience. Key Topics: How busy seasons, like end-of-school chaos, amplify emotional stress and overwhelm Recognizing that feelings of anxiety, irritability, or fatigue are normal responses to societal pressures and hormonal shifts The importance of acknowledgment, acceptance, and support during demanding times The impact of hormonal fluctuations in perimenopause on mood, sleep, and resilience Practical self-care strategies: prioritization, trusting others, decreasing mental load The significance of establishing routines: regular meals, hydration, sleep hygiene, movement, and mindfulness How to reduce unnecessary mental and emotional clutter by trusting others and minimizing over-communication The concept of "Recovery on the Run": integrating supportive practices into daily life Timestamps: (00:00) - Introduction: Recognizing seasonal overwhelm and the importance of support (02:36) - The peak of busy end-of-school activities and managing emotional load (04:53) - Normalizing feelings of sadness and anxiety as part of life's chapters (09:16) - Understanding how societal over-stimulation and chronic stress affect our nervous systems (12:44) - Comparing childhood summer freedom to today's over-scheduled summers (13:47) - The intersection of perimenopause, hormonal fluctuations, and emotional reactivity (16:19) - How hormonal shifts increase anxiety and stress sensitivity (18:28) - Managing mental overload and the importance of reducing attempts at control (20:28) - Practical steps for prioritization and gut-checking daily routines (22:34) - Delegating, trusting others, and loosening control in parenting and daily tasks (27:46) - Foundations for hormonal resilience: nutrition, hydration, sleep, movement (30:24) - The simple power of breakfast and hydration for stabilizing mood and energy (32:11) - Setting boundaries with screen time and daily commitments (34:03) - Embracing ebbs and flows; supporting your body's natural rhythm (36:17) - Actionable tips: integrating recovery into busy lives and seeking help Remember, supporting your nervous system and managing expectations are key. By slowing down, trusting others, and taking small daily steps, you can navigate stressful seasons with resilience. If you're feeling overwhelmed, reach out—help is available, and recovery can be integrated into your busy life. Ali's Resources:  Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 25% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron 

Irregular Periods Are Often a Signal, Not Random Bad LuckIf your period is missing, unpredictable, or only shows up with medication, your body may not be broken. It may be communicating. In this episode of the PCOS Repair Podcast, Ashlene explores why irregular cycles happen, what the body may be responding to, and why the conventional "wait and see" approach often leaves women stuck without answers.Why Ovulation Matters More Than Just Getting a BleedA monthly period does not always confirm healthy hormone function. Ovulation is at the center of a healthy cycle, and with PCOS, several factors can disrupt it consistently. Understanding the difference between a period and an ovulatory cycle is the first step toward meaningful progress.The Gap Between Waiting and InterventionMany women with PCOS are told to wait. And then, when action is taken, the jump goes straight to birth control or fertility medication without asking the key question: what is actually causing this? This episode discusses why that missing step matters and what happens when you start filling it in.What Your Body May Be Responding ToFrom insulin and blood sugar patterns to chronic stress, under-fueling, and inflammation, there are real physiological drivers behind cycle irregularity. This episode breaks down the most common ones and explains how identifying your specific patterns changes the conversation.You can take the quiz to discover your root cause herePCOS Root Cause Bootcamp WaitlistLet's continue the conversation on Instagram! What did you find helpful in this episode and what follow-up questions do you have?The full list of Resources & References Mentioned can be found on the Episode webpage at: https://nourishedtohealthy.com/ep-181

Reframing Anxiety and Emotions: A Deep Dive into Nervous System RegulationIn this episode, Ali Damron explores the human experience of emotions, anxiety, and nervous system regulation, emphasizing a compassionate and normalized approach to mental and emotional health. Discover how understanding your body's signals can lead to better self-awareness and health. Main Topics Covered: The importance of normalizing human emotions and experiences How anxiety and stress are your body's communication tools The role of cognitive distortions and how to identify them Differentiating between thoughts from the anxious vs. wise brain Somatic tracking and other methods to process emotions The connection between repressed anger and chronic physical conditions Practical strategies for emotional regulation and nervous system safety The impact of societal narratives on mental health diagnoses In this episode: Ali discusses the misconception that emotions like anxiety are pathology, highlighting they are normal human signals. She shares insights on how to recognize and validate feelings rather than suppress them. An exploration of cognitive distortions such as catastrophizing and mind reading, with tips to identify and reframe them. Practical tools like feelingswheel.com and somatic tracking for emotional awareness. The link between unprocessed anger, autoimmune diseases, and chronic pain, referencing Dr. Gabor Mate. Emphasizes that a regulated nervous system involves acceptance of highs and lows, not constant calmness. Ali advocates for deeper work to address root causes of stress and emotional dysregulation for lasting health.   Timestamps: 00:00 - Understanding the deeper function of emotions and nervous system signals 01:23 - Surface symptoms and the journey towards nervous system regulation 02:48 - Asking about life to identify hidden stressors 04:35 - The societal narrative around fixing mental health issues 05:42 - Emotions as communication: betrayal, jealousy, sadness, and more 06:42 - Using emotion vocabulary tools like feelingswheel.com 08:33 - Curiosity and self-compassion as keys to emotional resilience 09:57 - Normalizing anxiety and the impact of diagnostic labels 11:18 - Addressing societal pressure to fix or pathologize human struggles 12:46 - The loneliness of emotional suppression and curated vulnerability 13:11 - Thoughts, sensations, and the importance of accepting your current experience 14:08 - Differentiating between thoughts from the anxious vs. wise brain 15:54 - Cognitive distortions: catastrophizing, mind-reading, magical thinking 16:51 - The evolutionary need to belong and its influence on emotional perception 18:06 - Strategies for rewiring anxiety and managing triggers 19:31 - Disengaging from anxious thoughts and feeling emotions physically 21:10 - Processing emotions without pressure or needing to fix them instantly 22:35 - Somatic tracking for emotional regulation and pain management 24:52 - Active strategies to release anger healthily 27:14 - Recognizing and owning anger without shame 31:06 - The nervous system's constant danger scan and creating safety 32:33 - Misconceptions about emotional balance and the reality of regulation 34:23 - The importance of self-acceptance and deeper emotional work Resources & Links: Feelings Wheel Atlas of the Heart by Brené Brown Gabor Maté's Work on Emotions & Chronic Disease   This episode encourages a compassionate perspective on emotional health, emphasizing that understanding and accepting our human experience can lead to profound healing and vitality. Ali's Resources:  Consults with Ali  BIOptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough 10% off using code ALIDAMRON10 www.alidamron.com/magnesium Master Your Perimenopause Course + Toolkit "Am I in Perimenopause?" Checklist.  What Hormone is Imbalanced? Quiz! Fullscript (Get 10% off all supplements) "How To Balance Your Hormones For Better Sleep, Mood, Periods and Energy" Free, On Demand Training Website  Ali's Instagram Ali's Facebook Group: Holistic Health with Ali Damron 

Submit your question and we'll answer it in a future episode!Join our Patreon Community!https://www.patreon.com/badassbreastfeedingpodcastSPONSORSNursing Queen. Stylish nursing clothes that will make your life easier and that you'll want to wear long after your nursing days are over. Use promo code BADASS for 10% off your purchase at www.nursingqueen.com.Original Sprout. Original Sprout carries safe and effective styling, body and hair care products that are safe for babies and great for adults. Use code BADASS26 at www.originalsprout.com for 25% off of your purchase.Are you still waiting for your period to come back? One of the benefits ofbreastfeeding is the delayed return of your period. But what if you are hoping toget pregnant again and it hasn't returned yet? What's normal? Dianne and Abbyasked the internet, and responses are all over the place! Listen in today to learnmore!If you are a new listener, we would love to hear from you.  Please consider leavingus a review on iTunes or sending us an email with your suggestions and commentsto badassbreastfeedingpodcast@gmail.com. You can also add your email to ourlist and have episodes sent right to your inbox!Things we talked about:Question from an internet listener [8:15]Periods! [14:50]The hormones [15:30]Comments from the internet – IG [17:19]Having another baby and listening to your body [25:12]More comments from the internet- FB [27:08]Comments from Patreon [34:47]Ovulating first [36:25]Continuing to breastfeed after your period returns [36:57]Things we talked about or Episodes we think you should check out!https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/body-changes/https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/episode/090-your-period-and-fertility-while-breastfeeding/Set up your consultation with Diannehttps://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.com/consultations/Check out Dianne's blog here:https://diannecassidyconsulting.com/milklytheblog/Follow our Podcast:https://badassbreastfeedingpodcast.comHere is how you can connect with Dianne and Abby:AbbyTheuring ,https://www.thebadassbreastfeeder.comDianne Cassidy @diannecassidyibclc, http://www.diannecassidyconsulting.comMusic we use:Music: Levels of Greatness from We Used to Paint Stars in the Sky (2012)courtesy of Scott Holmes at freemusicarchive.org/music/ScottHolmes