Kia ora, I'm Meegan Care Mindfulness Meditation teacher, and Mindset Coach. These guided meditations are here to help you with your health and well-being. For more like this go to my Spotify account - Guided Meditations with Meegan Care, where you will find the full library of guided meditations I have published over the years. The meditations are designed to be done in a sitting upright relaxed posture with your eyes closed if that feels comfortable for you. If you experience a lot of fatig ...
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Kia ora, women navigating midlife, menopause, and beyond! I’m Meegan Care, your Midlife Mentor and Psychosynthesis counsellor & coach, and I’m thrilled to welcome you to a podcast dedicated entirely to your transformative journey in this incredible stage of life. Join me as we dive deep into the heart of midlife, unraveling the complexities of menopause, and exploring the uncharted territories beyond. Together, we’ll navigate through self-doubt, bid farewell to people-pleasing, conquer impos ...
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Welcome to The You Empowered Podcast, where we dive into evidence-based strategies for your health, mindset, and habits, helping you unlock your potential and step into your most authentic, healthiest, and happiest self. Hosted by Justine Jeddy, this podcast is for women who are ready to break free from extremes and create lasting transformation from the inside out. A new episode every week. Connect with me here: Instagram | @coachjustinejeddy TikTok | @coachjustinejeddy
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Welcome to the Cape & Islands Podcast where we cover local people, their stories, important community topics, interesting visitors, some history and most importantly work to build a stronger community within Cape Cod, Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket collectively. This podcast will have multiple series and hosts over time. In addition to standard format interviews, one series I am excited about is the "Cozy Corner" where we'll have bands come into the Trove Art Gallery in Orleans and play liv ...
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The Messy Truth About Midlife: Menopause, Burnout & Coming Home to Yourself with Meegan Care
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1:10:42Midlife is not the end, it’s a beautiful new chapter. And yes, you can thrive in a way you never thought possible. But for many women, this season feels messy, overwhelming, and filled with “WTF moments” that leave you questioning who you are and where you’re going. In this episode, I sit down with Meegan Care, a Midlife Mentor and Psychosynthesis …
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Excellence vs Perfectionism: Why It Matters If You’re a High Performer
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11:41High standards can take you far, but only if they come from the right place. In this episode of The You Empowered Podcast, Justine breaks down the real difference between excellence and perfectionism and why it can make or break your long-term success. You’ll learn: How psychology and neuroscience distinguish excellence’s growth-driven mindset from…
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Burnout isn’t just about being tired. It’s what happens when your energy, focus, and self-respect are constantly drained and too many women end up stuck in this cycle because they’re doing all the “right” things, but ignoring the things that actually protect their energy. In this episode of the You Empowered Podcast, I’m sharing 5 unusual (but powe…
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How to Stop Emotional Eating and Break the Cycle for Good
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9:44Do you ever feel like no matter how much discipline you have during the day, by the time the evening comes you find yourself in front of the pantry or fridge — chips, chocolate, or wine in hand, wondering “why do I keep doing this?” You’re not alone. Emotional eating is one of the most common struggles women face, yet it’s rarely spoken about hones…
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What Every Woman Needs To Understand To Build Self Trust.
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10:04Self-trust isn't something you're born with. Self trust is cultivated in how you show up for yourself and if no one has taught you how in today's episode I'm going to show you how you can start to build trust with yourself. If you don't trust yourself, you will overthink and second guess yourself at every choice or decision, you'll rely on others f…
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Building Muscle for Women And Why It Matters at Every Age
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14:36If you’ve ever worried lifting weights would make you “bulky”… Or thought you were “too old” to start building muscle… Or been stuck wondering why all your cardio and “toning” classes aren’t changing your body… This episode will shift everything. I’m pulling back the curtain on the myths that keep so many women from lifting — and showing you why bu…
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Separating Your Worth from Your Weight: How to Pursue Fat Loss Without Losing Yourself
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35:23Too many smart, capable women are still letting a number on the scale decide whether today’s a “good” or “bad” day. If you’ve ever: Avoided photos, mirrors, or social events until you “lose the weight” Felt guilty for eating something “off plan” Let your mood crash because the scale went up Told yourself confidence will come only when you reach a c…
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The Most Underrated Skill: Showing Up When It's Hard.
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6:05Everyone talks about morning routines, supplements, and the “perfect” plan. But no one talks about what to do when life hits you sideways. In this personal episode, I share what has kept me anchored and aligned during one of the most inconvenient, frustrating curveballs that life has thrown me in a while. This episode isn’t about being productive i…
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Orleans on the Rise with Amanda Converse & Elizabeth Jenkins
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1:16:36In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with two great local leaders in Orleans town government: Economic Development Coordinator and Public Information Officer Amanda Converse and Assistant Director of Planning and Community Development Elizabeth Jenkins. Both Amanda and Elizabeth Have pivotal roles in helping Orleans collectively work tow…
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How to Stay Consistent, Build Self-Trust & Create a Healthy Lifestyle That Lasts with Holly Mills
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1:13:47If you struggle with consistency or just feel you're incapable of being consistent... This episode if for you. In today's episode, I’m joined by healthy habits and weight loss coach Holly Mills, where we unpack what it really takes to stay consistent with your health and fitness goals, especially when you’re busy, tired, or just not feeling it. We …
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5 Lies I Had to Unlearn to Build a Fit, Strong & Healthy Body That Felt Like Home
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6:05If you’ve ever felt like you’re doing “everything right” but still not seeing lasting results… this episode is for you. In this bite-sized solo episode of The You Empowered Podcast, I’m sharing 5 common lies women over 35 are told about fat loss, fitness, and health—and the mindset shifts that helped me build a strong, fit, and healthy body without…
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7 Powerful Shifts To Get Out Of Inaction.
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16:47This episode is for everyone woman who has been stuck in the trap of ''I know what to do... I'm just not doing it''. Because lack of action isn’t about laziness, willpower, or needing more information. It’s about what’s happening beneath the surface and the hidden blockers keeping you stuck in inaction, even when you want to change. In this episode…
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Why Mindset Isn’t Woo-Woo (and How to Build Real Confidence That Lasts)
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13:16If you’ve ever rolled your eyes at mindset advice... Thought journaling was a waste of time... Or believed you just needed more motivation, discipline, or the “right” plan… This episode will change how you see everything. In this powerful episode of The You Empowered Podcast, we break down the science behind mindset, confidence, and identity change…
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5 Things I Did Differently To Lose 15kg For The Last Time
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20:20If you’ve ever felt like you’ve tried everything to lose weight: Strict meal plans, daily workouts, cutting out carbs, starting over every Monday— Only to end up burned out, stuck, or spiralling back into old patterns... This episode is for you. Before I became a coach, I lived this struggle. I was constantly chasing perfection, stuck in binge-rest…
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The Real Root Cause of Procrastination (and How to Overcome It for Good)
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10:47If you’ve ever found yourself stuck in overthinking… Told yourself “I’ll start tomorrow”… Or felt like you’re constantly waiting for the right time to take action— This episode will shift everything. In this episode of the You Empowered Podcast, I’m unpacking the real reason you procrastinate—and no, it’s not because you’re lazy, unmotivated, or la…
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Menopause Myths Keeping You Stuck - Evidence Based, No BS.
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17:47If you’re in peri or post menopause and you’ve been told your body is broken, that you need a special diet or detox, or that weight loss is impossible after 40 — this episode is for you. In this episode, I’m busting some of the biggest menopause myths that are keeping smart, capable women stuck — and wasting time, energy, and money on things that d…
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What the Diet & Wellness Industry Hopes You Never Figure Out
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11:54In this episode, I’m pulling back the curtain on the truth the diet and wellness industry doesn’t want you to know. If you’ve ever blamed yourself for “falling off the plan,” wondered why nothing ever sticks, or felt like lasting fat loss must require extreme discipline — this episode will show you the real reason why. Because you were never the pr…
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You Don't Need To Be Perfect, But You Do Need To Stop Abandoning Yourself.
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7:58Welcome to the first episode of the You Empowered Podcast — where we cut through the noise, perfectionism, and self-sabotage to talk about what actually creates lasting transformation. If you’ve ever felt like: You’re either “on” or “off” the plan One mistake sends you into a spiral You’ve tried everything but still feel stuck Motivation always see…
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Midsummer Dreamers at Cape Rep Theater with Kirsten Peacock & Nick Nudler
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1:21:38In this episode i have the pleasure of speaking with two great friends, Kirsten Peacock and Nick Nudler, about writing their new play Midsummer DREAMers an adaptation and reinterpretation of William Shakespeare's "A Midsummer Night's Dream". This exciting new play will be running at Cape Rep Theater from June 18th through July 13th! Here is the LIN…
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No, Is a Complete Sentence: The Midlife Guide to Boundaries Without the Guilt
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13:47Boundaries aren’t just about saying no—they’re about knowing yourself, your needs, and what truly matters. In this episode, we break down why midlife women often struggle with boundaries, how early conditioning plays a role, and how to set strong yet flexible boundaries without guilt. You’ll learn how to recognize your needs, communicate your bound…
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Building A Better Future & Helping Those in Need with Aleks Mazzeo
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41:59In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Aleks Mazzeo of Mazzeo Construction about the charitable construction they're doing for homeowners in need. We also discuss their future plans to start a construction non-profit called "April's Angels" to help with the housing crisis on Cape Cod. Aleks is genuinely building towards a stronger com…
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A simple breath awareness meditation practice with Meegan Care. The practice is short so you can use it regularly in the morning, at night, and also if you have trouble sleeping. For more info go to my website www.meegancare.co.nzBy Meegan Care
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Writing Children's Books with G. Pa Rhymes
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1:09:14In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with children's book author Gary Wakstein aka G. Pa Rhymes, the Rappin' and Rhymin' Grandpa! G. Pa discovered his true passion of writing children's books later on in life and wanted to make sure his books not only captivated kids but had a deeper message to instill values of friendship, honesty, brav…
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Rewrite Your Midlife Story: Debbie Lash’s Journey from Rock Bottom to Renewal
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51:04"You are one decision away from change, just one decision." This week, I’m joined by Debbie Lash—yoga teacher, health coach, and psychedelic breath facilitator—who shares her powerful midlife transformation story. Debbie walked away from a high-powered corporate career after a major wake-up call—hitting rock bottom. Her journey led her to deep heal…
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Empowering Wāhine: Priscilla Te Hau's Vision for the Ruahine Menopause Symposium
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41:24"There must be an easier way. These women have already done the research, so let's bring them together." This week, I'm inviting you to explore the transformative journey of menopause with my special guest Priscilla Te Hau. Priscilla is the founder of the Ruahine Menopause Empowerment Symposium taking place in Rotorua December 14, 2024. As soon as …
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Local Creators of the QuadShot Podcast Ronan & Aiden on their Mission
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1:02:38In this episode I speak with local creators Ronan Chisholm and Aiden Salzano about their new podcast titled The QuadShot Podcast. Ronan and Aiden are long time friends that grew up playing soccer against each other and have built a strong, long-lasting relationship that includes a love of surfing, sports and so much more. Throughout the episode we …
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Adopt-a-Family for the Holidays with Hadley Luddy & Joan Morgan
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38:44In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Hadley luddy and Joan Morgan about their collaboration to support the Homeless Prevention Council's Adopt-a-Family for the Holidays Program. Learn more by going to the HPC website hpccapecod.org. Hadley is the CEO of HPC and Joan is the Co-Chair of the Orleans Pickleball Adopt-a-Family Event & Fu…
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Beyond the Bounds & Celebrate Our Waters with Naomi Steckman
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50:40In this episode I speak with the very talented Naomi Steckman; the Artistic Director, Cellist & Founder of the non-profit Beyond the Bounds which she Co-Founded with Dancer & Choreographer Diana Steinberg in 2020. Beyond the Bounds focuses on building a strong coastal community by utilizing dance parties, beach cleanups, educational programming on …
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Breaking Up with Alcohol in Midlife: Laura Valvasori on Living Alcohol-Free
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36:13Our relationship with alcohol becomes strained in midlife. The body is undergoing a lot of changes and alcohol can often be the final straw in a cascade of pressures on health and vitality. This week, I'm delving into the impactful journey of Laura Valvasori, a business and well-being mentor who made the decision to transition to an alcohol-free li…
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Breaking Free from Midlife's Tolerance Trap
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22:08"I was much more able to access that vitality and that passion and joy just through being alive. Not because anything incredible had happened, but just from being alive." In my early adulthood, I became really good at tolerating stress and distress—a skill that served me well at the time. But what if that excessive tolerance is now draining your vi…
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Kendall North Redefines Nutrition, Weight Loss & Diet Culture in Midlife
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49:53"The goal is to empower women to nourish their bodies for the long term, rather than relying on restrictive diet plans and experiencing guilt and shame." This week, I had an inspiring conversation with Kendall North, a holistic dietitian who is reshaping the way women approach their health and well-being during midlife. Kendall is a leading NZ regi…
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Illustrious Photojournalist Rowland Scherman on his Landmark Career with Special Guest Judge Jones
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50:51In this episode landmark photojournalist Rowland Scherman graces the podcast with his presence along with his close friend Michael "Judge" Jones. I couldn't be more appreciative and honored that Rowland spent the time for this interview, it was a true pleasure, thank you Judge Jones for facilitating this special occasion. Rowland's illustrious care…
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The Importance of Having Hard Conversations: "And often that's with people that are external to us, but it also works on an internal level as well. We very often are in avoidance of our own hard conversations to have with ourselves because avoidance feels easier." This week, we delved into the complexities of navigating midlife and learned about th…
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Uncover Your Inner Knowing: A Midlife Journey
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21:07"We have this innate natural connection to our inner knowing and our gut instinct. However, here is the problem for us - historically, that's not been okay." "I am disconnected from my inner knowing." This is a far-too-common experience for us, so this week on the podcast, we delve into the deep journey of reconnecting with our inner wisdom and gut…
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Kevin "Foggy" Foley on his Lived Cape Cod History; Surfing, Sailing, Art, Theater & More
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2:47:05In this interview I have the privilege of speaking with local legend Foggy, otherwise known as Kevin Foley. In this episode we dive deep into Foggy's lived history on Cape Cod as well as his extensive knowledge of general local history. From helping to open the historic Jasper's Surf Shop to saving & owning the famous schooner Hindu, to digging the…
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Rewriting Your Inner Dialogue in Midlife: What You Say To Yourself Matters
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28:46"Healing is not that we never have another negative feeling or get triggered again. The reality of healing is that we learn not to abandon ourselves and stay connected, even in difficult moments." None of us are immune to harmful inner dialogue - words we would never say to a friend, or even an enemy! On this week's episode, we dive into why self-t…
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This week, I’m sharing a personal journey that led me to change my mind about hormone replacement therapy (HRT). I used to have a strong bias toward natural medicine and was hesitant to consider HRT, but a synchronistic experience opened my mind to new possibilities. It's not about choosing between natural and mainstream medicine; it's about what s…
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How Perimenopause Can Resurface Historical Emotional Wounds: Navigating Trauma in Midlife
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20:29"And I would suggest that somebody who has gone through menopause or at least has some experience of menopause, make the best practitioners and therapists to see, in my opinion." This week, I'm delving into the often uncharted territory of midlife and trauma. As women navigating menopause and beyond, we often encounter the complexity of managing ou…
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Estate Planning, Power of Attorney, Health Care Proxy & More with Patti Novak
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1:13:13In this episode I speak with Patricia (Patti) Novak, an accomplished lawyer who focuses on Estate Planning in all capacities. Patti is a long time friend & supporter of my shop Trove, where we've had many conversations over the years which have ultimately led to this podcast happening. Patti has worked for Falco & Associates P.C. out of Quincy Mass…
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Taming Unexpected Fears in Menopause: From Driving and Flying to Health Anxieties
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23:45"Just because you're experiencing this now, it doesn't mean that it's going to be with you for all of your life." In this episode, we explore the unusual and unexpected fears that arise during perimenopause and postmenopause, drawing from conversations with other women and personal experience. We cover common fears such as driving, flying, health, …
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Artist & Creator Rob Nitsch on Exploring Generative A.I. Art (and Much More)
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1:59:47In this episode I speak with my friend and accomplished artist & creator Rob Nitsch. As a professional photographer, cinematographer, designer and visual effects artist Rob has accomplished great things in his career. In the past few years Rob has dug deep into generative Artificial Intelligence, more specifically MidJourney; you may be surprised b…
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Navigating HRT Options and Shortages: Rene Schliebs' Essential Advice
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37:53"With HRT, it was like a switch. It was in 3 days. My symptoms had improved and I was coping with my life so much better." If you live in New Zealand and use HRT, you'll be aware there is a shortage, and with no quick solution in sight, I was grateful to speak with Rene Schliebs on the podcast this week. Rene is a clinical nutritionist and medical …
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Emotional Resilience: Rewriting Emotional Templates in Midlife
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21:40The Effects of Emotional Dysregulation: "You'll have difficulty connecting your emotional world with your rational logical brain. All the choices that you make will be based on emotion and much of it will be subconscious." The emotional template we received growing up will have us swinging wildly between two polar emotional opposites. The first bei…
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The Joy of Painting with Taylor Fox
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1:11:13In this episode I have the pleasure of speaking with Taylor Fox, one of my favorite Cape Cod painters. Taylor has 4 main styles that he focuses on; portrait, landscape, still life and my personal favorite, narrative. Taylor has been painting at figure sessions at the Schulenberg studio for the past 15 years. You can catch Taylor's artwork in Adorn …
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"But I think over overthinking and procrastination and that all or nothing thinking is definitely something I see a lot with clients that have this limiting belief." I've got such an incredible episode for you this week. Take your time to listen to it. It's a little longer than usual. It's actually come from an Instagram live with Justine Jetty. No…
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Beyond Hot Flashes: Kim Heifner’s Menopause & Midlife Health Strategies
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38:02Hey friends, welcome to the podcast. This week I'm interviewing Kim Hefner, a board-certified nurse practitioner specialising in midlife and menopausal women's health. Kim is a fountain of wisdom, and in this episode, she shares her expertise on critical health issues including cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and Alzheimer's disease. Kim disc…
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Rewriting Core Beliefs: The Path to Empowerment in Midlife
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24:13In this episode, we explore working with core beliefs, one of my favourite topics. We discuss what core beliefs are, how they form, and how we can work with them to improve our lives. Discover how adverse childhood experiences, attachment styles, inherited patterns, social conditioning, and trauma contribute to the formation of core beliefs. Learn …
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Emma Wright Reveals The Key To Overcoming Body Image Struggles In Midlife
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41:47"Simply telling people to love their bodies without addressing underlying psychological and external influences can be harmful." A woman's relationship to her body is incredibly complex, our body is appraised, viewed and judged from the day we are born. So it's no surprise that women find it challenging to cope with the physical changes that come w…
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5 Reasons Why Midlife is Just the Beginning: The Untold Power of Menopause and Reinvention
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23:50The Untold Power of Menopause and Reinvention In midlife, we often feel disempowered due to various factors such as symptoms of perimenopause, changing roles, and the burden of doing so much for others. Feeling lost during this phase is a common experience. However, this is actually the MOST empowered time of your life to redefine who you are and h…
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The Midlife Awakening: Embracing Your True Self and Letting Go of Stagnation
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17:56In this episode, we look at the physiological changes that women undergo during perimenopause and early menopause and how these shifts can be a catalyst for a big awakening. Discover how discomfort can lead to growth, and how by embracing new behaviour and activities, you create a bigger life and prevent contraction and stagnation as you age. Tap i…
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