Midlife Momentum: Menopause, Hormones & Weight Loss for Women Over 40

I believe there’s a quiet conversation happening for a lot of us in midlife.It usually sounds like this:“Is this normal?”“Is it hormones… or is it me?”“Do I even want to want sex anymore?”That’s why this week’s podcast episode matters.I sat down with Dr. Angela Wright - GP, menopause specialist, and clinical sexologist - for an honest, grounded conversation about sex in midlife.It felt like the perfect opportunity to ask some uncomfortable questions.In this episode, we gently explore things like 👇Why sex and desire often change in midlife - sometimes in surprising ways 🔍A commonly overlooked treatment that can quietly improve comfort and pleasure 🌸The hormone everyone’s curious about… and why it’s not always the answer 🔥What quality of life really means to you at this stage of life... And if sex is included ⚖️What I appreciated most about this conversation is how permission-based it is.Permission to be curious.Permission to want more... Or less.Permission to stop assuming something is “wrong" or that there's a "right" way.If this topic brings up questions, resistance, or even relief, pay attention to that. It usually means something important is trying to be heard.Keep moving forward in any way that feels good to you,Debbie 💜P.S. You can also find this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/PfKdt0utyloHere's Angela's bio:Dr. Angela Wright is a GP, Menopause Specialist and Clinical Sexologist. She is particularly interested in improving sexual function and menopausal symptoms in women who have undergone cancer treatment.Having completed her Advanced Menopause Care and sees patients with complex menopause issues, female sexual dysfunction and premenstrual disorders. And, not to mention, she’s also trained in CBT (cognitive behavioral therapy) for Menopause.To connect with Angela:Website: https://spicedpearhealth.co.uk/about/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/spicedpeardrwright/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/dr-angela-wright-2378a182/Thanks for listening!If you'd like to know more about working with me, visit me at https://debbieharbeccoaching.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/debbieharbec/ on Instagram.Or book a time to talk with me:https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultation

What if motivation isn’t coming?Not for the gym.Not for eating well.Not for getting to bed earlier.Not for doing the things you know would help you feel better.What if waiting for that “I finally feel like it” moment is actually the thing keeping you stuck?That’s what I explore in this week’s podcast episode - the first of the new year!Listen to find out...Why I believe motivation is overratedThe quiet thing that actually creates changeA simple mindset shift that’s carried me through years of not feeling like itThis isn’t about willpower or pushing harder.And it’s definitely not about perfection.It is about what works in real life.Keep moving forward with movement (NOT motivation),Debbie 💜P.S. Curious about working with me? Book a time to talk, it's always free: https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultationIf you'd like to find out more about me and what I do, visit me at www.debbieharbeccoaching.com ,Email me at debbie@debbieharbeccoaching.com,Find me on Instragram @debbieharbec, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/debbie.harbec.coach

There’s something I need to admit.I love ❤️ Hallmark movies.Especially the holiday movies.🎄🎄🎄I mean I REALLY love them.They just feel soooo good! ☺️Every time I watch one, it's like my body lets out a sigh.It's the sound of relaxing and letting go.I used to joke about my Hallmark habit, thinking it was a guilty pleasure.But today I'm unpacking why Hallmark movies can actually be good for your health.💡Not in a fluffy way, but in a real, science-backed way.I'm talking about:✨What your brain recognizes almost immediately, before you even realize it✨Why your body responds differently to this kind of story✨The part of midlife stress we don’t talk about enough✨What that quiet sense of relief is really telling youIf you’ve ever curled up on the couch and thought, “This feels good, but I probably shouldn’t be doing this,” this episode is for you.No guilt. No shame. Just permission to enjoy what helps you feel steady again.And know, I'm right there with you.Keep move forward with resilience,DebbieP.S. Curious about working with me? Book a time to talk, it's always free: https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultationIf you'd like to find out more about me and what I do, visit me at www.debbieharbeccoaching.com ,Email me at debbie@debbieharbeccoaching.com,Find me on Instragram @debbieharbec, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/debbie.harbec.coach

Every day, I get marketed to...Especially about losing belly fat in midlife.Supplements, diets, detoxes, and quick-fixes to "fix" my midlife body shape.Now, there's nothing wrong with wanting to lose weight or fat, but the amount of advice, noise, and straight-up nonsense out there is unreal.So this week on the podcast, I’m pulling the curtain back and walking you through what’s worth listening to and what you can confidently ignore.In this episode, we get into:✨ The red flags that instantly tell you a weight-loss tip is garbage✨ The myth of hormone balance✨ How to tell the difference between what works and what doesn't✨ What messages are worth paying attention toIf you’re tired of feeling confused or second-guessing yourself, this one will help you breathe easier and get grounded in real physiology, not marketing.And if you know someone who keeps getting sucked into the diet-culture vortex, feel free to forward this their way.Clarity is contagious.Keep moving forward,DebbieP.S. Curious about working with me? Book a time to talk, it's always free: https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultationIf you'd like to find out more about me and what I do, visit me at www.debbieharbeccoaching.com ,Email me at debbie@debbieharbeccoaching.com,Find me on Instragram @debbieharbec, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/debbie.harbec.coach

I’ll be honest, I’ve never really spent time around horses.So when I first heard about equus coaching, I was intrigued (and a little skeptical).How could working with a horse possibly help someone get to know themselves better?But after talking with Sue Willoughby, a certified Equus Coach, I totally get it now.The conversation opened my eyes to how deeply intuitive and responsive horses are, and how they reflect what’s really going on inside us.Sue explained that, unlike us humans, horses don’t judge or overthink. They sense our energy, our emotions, even our hidden tension, and mirror it right back.It’s fascinating and it’s powerful.In this episode, you’ll learn:✨ Why horses are such powerful mirrors for your emotions and energy✨ How being around them can reveal your boundaries (or lack of them)✨ What happens when you drop your guard and just be yourself✨ How you can use this kind of awareness to recreate yourself, gain confidence, and feel freeThis conversation left me thinking about how often we mask what we’re really feeling.And how being seen for who we truly are is the definition of freedom.Keep moving forward with presence and authenticity,DebbieP.S. You can also find this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/PpKGVVLQa-wHere's Sue's bio:Sue Willoughby is a truth-teller, boundary-breaker, and certified Equus Coach® who helps women over 40 stop playing small and start living like they mean it. With horses as her co-facilitators, she cuts through the noise to help clients reconnect with their power, ditch burnout, and trust their instincts. Sue brings real talk, deep heart, and a no-fluff approach to personal transformation. Based outside Seattle with her horse Moose and two mini-Dachshunds, she’s here to help you stop surviving and start showing up for your life.To connect with Sue:Website: https://www.willoughbycoaching.com/Instagram: : https://www.instagram.com/sue_willoughby/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/willoughbycoachingLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/suewilloughby/Thanks for listening!If you'd like to know more about working with me, visit me at https://debbieharbeccoaching.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/debbieharbec/ on Instagram.Or book a time to talk with me:https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultation

We tend to think of grief as something that only shows up when someone we love dies.Yet, as Edy Nathan, psychotherapist and author of “It’s Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery Through Trauma and Loss”, shared with me in this week’s podcast conversation, grief shows up in every major transition.Especially in midlife when our identity, desires, and bodies start shifting in ways we didn’t expect.In this episode, we talk about:✨ Why grief isn’t a problem to fix, but a natural response to change✨ How ignoring grief can show up as anxiety in the body and mind✨ How grief shows up as we feel less desired or even invisible as we age✨ What Edy calls “sexual grief”… when shifts in desire, comfort, or pleasure feel like a loss of who we were✨ How to begin healing through curiosity, connection, and community instead of silenceThis conversation opened my eyes in a huge way.I learned that grief is not here to take us down, and in fact when we name it and allow it to walk beside us, it can actually guide us toward growth and the next version of ourselves.Enjoy this episode and keep moving forward,DebbieP.S. You can also find this episode on YouTube here: https://youtu.be/4_-yc4l1jTsHere's Edy's bio:Edy Nathan is a trusted voice in the fields of grief, trauma, and sexuality, with over 20 years of experience as a psychotherapist, speaker and author of “It’s Grief: The Dance of Self-Discovery Through Trauma and Loss”. Her compassionate, insightful approach has made her a sought-after expert featured in major media outlets such as NBC, Psychology Today, and Thrive Global. Whether addressing the complexities of loss, the intersection of trauma and sexuality, or the long-term effects of grief, Edy offers insights that are both relatable and deeply transformative.To connect with Edy:Website: https://edynathan.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/edynathan/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/EdyNathanPsychotherapy/LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/edy-nathan/Thanks for listening!If you'd like to know more about working with me, visit me at https://debbieharbeccoaching.com/ or https://www.instagram.com/debbieharbec/ on Instagram.Or book a time to talk with me:https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultation

Do you ever feel like your mood depends on what the scale says in the morning? 😣If that number can make or break your day, this week’s episode is for you.In this compact but powerful episode, I share how to stop scale to measure success so that you can reach your goals.Here’s what I cover:✨ Why the number on the scale doesn’t reflect your real progress💪 Better ways to know you’re getting fitter and leaner🧘‍♀️ How to divorce yourself from the number once and for all❤️ How to build confidence and freedom through connection to your bodyIf you’ve ever stepped on the scale and thought, “Ugh, I’m failing,” I want you to know that you are not a number.You are a whole, strong, beautiful woman in progress. 💫Keep moving forward,DebbieP.S. Curious about working with me? Book a time to talk, it's always free: https://calendly.com/debbie-harbec-coaching/free-consultationP.P.S. Enjoying this podcast and want to express your appreciation? You can buy me a tea ☕... I'd love it! https://buymeacoffee.com/debbieharbecIf you'd like to find out more about me and what I do, visit me at www.debbieharbeccoaching.com ,Email me at debbie@debbieharbeccoaching.com,Find me on Instragram @debbieharbec, or on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/debbie.harbec.coach