S5 E69- Listening to Our Bodies and Going Inward During Menopause

In this heartfelt conversation, Sarah shares her personal journey into the world of menopause and how it inspired her passion for supporting women during this transformative time of life. We dive into the importance of addressing lifestyle factors beyond hormone therapy, and why it's so crucial to listen to our bodies. Sarah beautifully guides us into embracing quiet moments of self-reflection and quieting that inner critic. We chat about taking responsibility for our thoughts and reactions, and how these small shifts can lead to powerful personal growth during menopause. Her own journey with weight gain in menopause led her to research what was happening in her body. She realized that whatever she did in her 30’s and 40’s to get back into shape after gaining weight, failed miserably now that she was 54 and post-menopausal. Her deep dive into study and talking with other women struggling with menopausal weight gain led to her passion; helping women have optimal health in menopause.

Where to find Sarah:

https://sarahcormack.ca/

[e-mail]

https://ultimate-vitality.mailchimpsites.com

Take Aways

Self-care is your BFF during menopause: Basically, listen to your body! Make time for things that de-stress you, like walks in nature or guilt-free indulgence in that delicious meal. Small changes, big impact: Don't try to overhaul your entire life overnight. Sarah, this awesome menopause expert, said focusing on tiny, doable improvements is way more sustainable and way more empowering in the long run It's all connected: Food, exercise, even your inner voice - they all play a role in how you feel during menopause. The key is to take a holistic approach, which basically means looking at the whole picture of your health. Talk it out: Menopause doesn't have to be this hush-hush topic. Whether it's venting to your girlfriends or opening up to your partner, communication is key for feeling supported and navigating this transition

Where to find Sarah-

https://sarahcormack.ca/

[e-mail]

https://ultimate-vitality.mailchimpsites.com

insta sarah_cormack

Chapters

00:00Introduction and Sarah's Journey

02:31The Great Reveal of Menopause

08:51Listening to Our Bodies and Going Inward

11:02Quieting the Inner Critic

13:18Taking Responsibility for Our Thoughts and Reactions

18:23Reflection and Personal Growth During Menopause

24:45Navigating the Challenges and Opportunities of Menopause

26:11The Importance of Self-Reflection and Self-Care During Menopause

27:10Continuous Work on Health and Wellness

28:03The Need for Education and Awareness about Menopause

31:27Empowering Women in Menopause to Do Things Differently

32:38Transformation and Embracing the 50s

34:06Managing Weight Gain During Menopause

35:31Understanding the Factors Influencing Weight Gain

39:35Prioritizing Nutrition, Exercise, and Self-Care

47:18Slowing Down, Finding Joy, and Connecting with Nature

 

Keywords: #menopause #womenshealth #lifestylefactors #hormonetherapy #listentoyourbody #innercritic #responsibility #reflection #personalgrowth #selfcare #mindset #education #weightgain #nutrition #exercise #joy #nature

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