Menopause Rise and Thrive | Helping Women Navigate Midlife and Menopause

Have you ever wondered if the changes you’re noticing in midlife—fatigue, rising cholesterol, changes in blood pressure, or stubborn visceral fat—could be telling you something about your heart? Heart disease can look very different in women than it does in men, which means symptoms are too often overlooked or dismissed. In this episode, I’m joined by cardiologist Dr. Arash Bereliani to talk about what happens to our cardiovascular health during menopause and what we can do now to protect it....

Have you ever looked in the mirror during midlife and wondered, Who am I now? Between menopause, changing relationships, grief, career shifts, and the endless demands of caring for everyone else, it's easy to lose sight of yourself. In this inspiring conversation, I'm joined by Wendy Valentine, host of The Midlife Makeover Show and author of Women Waking Up. Wendy shares her remarkable journey from divorce, chronic illness, financial hardship, and deep loss to creating a life filled with purp...

Have you ever found yourself stuck—knowing you want more energy, more confidence, more joy—but unsure of where to start? Or maybe you’ve hit a roadblock that’s thrown your whole routine off course (again), and you're struggling to get back on track. If any of that sounds familiar, this episode is here to help you reconnect with your inner spark and move forward with purpose. In this uplifting and empowering conversation, I’m joined by midlife fitness expert and author Heike Yates, creator of ...

Are you feeling unfulfilled in your career—or wondering if it's too late to shift into something that lights you up? Maybe you're returning to the workforce after a break, or you're managing menopause symptoms that are quietly chipping away at your confidence. If that sounds like you, you're not alone—and this episode is exactly what you need. In this conversation with author, coach, and former professor Dr. Jodi Vandenberg-Daves, we explore how midlife can be the most powerful chapter of you...

Have you ever had a week that flipped your world upside down—and somehow also cracked you open in the most meaningful way? In this raw and unfiltered episode, I’m sharing something deeply personal: the fire that struck my wellness center last week and the emotional rollercoaster that followed. But more importantly, I’m opening up about the real-life practices—the ones I talk about every week—that are helping me stay grounded and present during an incredibly difficult time. If you’re navigatin...

Are you taking care of your heart—but still feeling like something’s missing? So many midlife women focus on breast health or hormone balance, yet don’t realize that cardiovascular disease is the leading cause of death for women. And the truth? It's not just about cholesterol. In this powerful and eye-opening episode, I’m joined by Angie Gallagher, cardiac rehab expert turned functional medicine coach, to talk about the real root causes of heart disease—and what you can do to prevent it. Whet...