Today's episode of the Menopause Disruptive Podcast with the host Mary lee examines the important but not well discussed topic of suicide and suicial ideation. Mary's next guest has lived experience.
Gina Cavalier is a filmmaker, an author, artist, and Founder of Liberated Healer, as well as the host of a podcast of the same name. In the conversation, Gina opens up with her journey from suicial ideation and overcoming childhood trauma to spiritual awakening. She delves into the intersection of menopause and mental health, discussing the alarming correlation between menopause and suicidal ideation.
She shares her self-healing holistic techniques like grounding, color therapy, and energy work she discovered worked and that women have readily available to overcome the negative impact of symptoms and thoughts. The conversation highlights the importance of open dialogue for mental health management, and uplifting content to reduce stigma. Gina also shares the inspiration to break the stigma in her two recently publsihed books and an upcoming docuseries aimed at providing support and fostering conversations around suicide prevention.
Connect:
Learn more about Gina Calavlier's work on her website and on Instagram. You can also tune in to her podcast.
Resources:
- Yoni Egg (not an affililate link)
00:14 The Intersection of Mental Health and Menopause
02:02 Gina's Personal Journey
04:40 Understanding Suicidal Ideation
07:27 The Importance of Open Conversations
10:09 Gina's Healing Techniques
19:43 Energy Work and Grounding
27:27 Releasing Energy and Grounding Techniques
27:53 Personal Journey with Female Health
29:07 Visualization and Consciousness
33:20 Color Therapy for Healing
36:12 Empowering Self-Healing
36:39 Service and Giving Back
39:02 Supporting Menopausal Women
42:17 Gina's Books and Resources
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Mary is a Licensed Menopause Champion, certified Menopause Doula and Woman's Coaching Specialist supporting high-achieving women embrace her transition - peri to post. Mary coaches individuals and guides organizations to create a menopause friendly workplace, helping forward-thinking CEOs design policies to accommodate employees at work.
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Disclaimer: Information shared is for educational and entertainment purposes only and doesn’t replace medical advice. Always consult with the healthcare profe
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