In this episode, Kim and Louise unpack the invisible habits, systems, and stories that keep us stuck on autopilot. From midlife identity shifts to menopause brain fog to the pressure of always needing to be “better,” this conversation dives deep into how we relate to energy, awareness, and the myth of who we used to be.
We explore how mindfulness can interrupt unconscious patterns, how language (including the body's) helps us make meaning, and why community is essential for navigating the messy, beautiful transitions of life. This one’s for anyone who’s feeling disconnected, disoriented, or just plain over it.
Whether you're sleepwalking through your days or just craving a new way of being... this is a reminder that you're always evolving.
“Your life gets to be your story; no one else can write it for you.” — Louise Neil
“The body speaks in a language most of us haven’t even tapped into.” — Kim Romain
Key themes:
- Why energy awareness matters more than energy output
- How menopause impacts identity and presence
- The difference between knowing the words and speaking your body’s language
- Creating your “dream team” of support before crisis hits
- The freedom that comes from claiming your evolution
Key moments:
00:00 – Welcomes and Introductions
02:24 – Autopilot, Energy Leaks, and Conservation
06:12 – The “Shoulds” Around Self-Care
09:47 – Aging, Identity, and Midlife Awareness
17:23 – Sleepwalking Through Life and Losing Awareness
20:31 – Disconnection as a Symptom of Menopause
23:50 – The Body’s Language and What It’s Telling Us
26:35 – Building Your Support System and Dream Team
30:26 – Preparing for Life’s Messy Middles
32:33 – Saying No to Help and Trusting Your Timing
36:37 – What Helps Us Navigate Uncertainty?
39:08 – Your Life Is Your Story; You Get to Write It
42:19 – Acceptance, Awareness, and Belief in Something Bigger
44:12 – If We’re Not Evolving, What Are We Doing?
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