Well & Worthy Life | A Podcast for Midlife Women
Welcome to Well and Worthy Life, the podcast for women navigating the beautiful, complex journey of midlife. I’m Deanna Pizitz, your host and Menopause Health and Wellness Coach. On my podcast, I share the highs, lows, and everything in between that this transformative phase brings. In our cozy corner of the podcast world, we dive deep into the real stuff. Everything from perimenopause and menopause insights, rediscovering your purpose, to the everyday challenges of nurturing your well-being. No clichés here, just heartfelt conversations and expert wisdom tailored to you. By subscribing to "Well and Worthy Life," you're not just tuning in; you're stepping into a sanctuary of understanding, support, and endless possibilities. Here, we don’t talk about thriving through midlife; we live it, embrace it, and celebrate it together. Don't forget to join our growing community on Instagram too. Click that follow button, cozy up to listen in, and join our podcast community. We're here to celebrate your extraordinary midlife journey 💖
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Recalibrate with a Digital Detox
12/26/2023
Recalibrate with a Digital Detox
Episode Overview Today we're getting real about the need for a digital detox as we gear up for the new year. We'll break down why taking a step back from our screens is crucial, share some practical tips for a successful detox, and discuss the impact it can have on our overall well-being. So, if you've been feeling overwhelmed by the constant digital noise and want a reset for the upcoming year, you're in the right place. Let's dive in and talk about why a digital detox might be exactly what you need. Questions Answered What is a digital detox and why are they important to implement? What are the benefits of stepping away from technology for a period of time? What are some of the reflection questions listed in the Digital Detox PDF? Activities or experiences to replace time on technology to create room for what matters most. Action Items Be part of the digital detox and for reflection questions to bring intention to this time. Check out the books referenced in the episode: and Join the - Enrollment is open anytime! Get access to my FREE podcast series, Key Moments in the Conversation [2:37] There's so many different reasons why we turn to food for comfort. [4:13] It's (digital detox) an opportunity to step back, recalibrate, and create space for real-life experiences. The benefits include improved focus, reduced stress, better sleep, and a chance to reconnect with your passions. [13:37] What can I do that is small, manageable, and consistent that will lead me to improve an area of my health? [14:51] We all have different goals and different things that we want but think, are these goals realistic and achievable in your current lifestyle or do you have to change things up? [22:43] Let's have some great ideas of how we're going to make 2024 great. We're going to set our goals using the MASS method. Remember, it's manageable, attainable, sustainable, that equals success.
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Jingle All the Weigh: How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
12/12/2023
Jingle All the Weigh: How to Avoid Holiday Weight Gain
Episode Overview This week, I'm bringing you into a Revive Now members call on what we can do to avoid holiday weight gain. We're discussing why we gain weight during the holidays, identifying triggers, uncovering our motivation, and the power of planning ahead. It may be helpful to have your pen and paper and write down your goals as if you're on the live call. Let's dive in! Questions Answered Tips on how to avoid holiday weight gain this season. How to develop a plan to combat the triggers we face during the holidays. What is the value of pre-planning and pre-deciding around the holidays? How we can stay motivated when life gets stressful and challenging this time of year? What are ways to use pre-planning and pre-deciding to avoid holiday weight gain? Action Items Create a list of possible triggers that may come up around the holidays. Commit to one small change you can make to your diet or exercise routine during the holidays. Decide one action to take today to start pre-planning and pre-deciding for a healthier holiday season. Join the - Enrollment is open anytime! Get access to my FREE podcast series, Key Moments in the Conversation 3:27] There are so many tempting foods and drinks everywhere and you don't want to feel deprived. Then there are the social pressures that throw us off our game. [6:52] A key component is to be mindful about stress eating and emotional eating. We have to pay attention to our hunger cues and follow them. [8:36] Prioritizing your protein is a must because your protein will keep you full longer and it will keep you satisfied. [14:50] How are we going to deal with our setbacks and stay motivated? Number one, we're not going to beat ourselves up if we overeat or over-drink. [16:12] This is the biggest thing right here, motivation comes from action. We have to take small steps each day to move closer to our goals.
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The Freedom of No: Crafting a Life Aligned to Your Values
11/28/2023
The Freedom of No: Crafting a Life Aligned to Your Values
Episode Overview Welcome back to another solo episode of Well & Worthy Life podcast! Today we’re discovering the liberation found in the art of saying no. Over the years, I have learned the power and freedom of no so I could say yes to everything else that was important to me. In a world often characterized by constant demands and obligations, our ability to confidently say no becomes a key catalyst to a life harmonized with our deepest values. Join me as we explore practical insights, share stories, and provide actionable strategies to help you navigate the delicate balance between saying no and aligning with your authentic self. Questions Answered What can be found in the freedom of no and how does it impact the way we live? What to do when our mental health is suffering because of the choices we are making? Instead of cutting out sugar altogether, learn what Deanna does to get her sweet fix over the holidays without overindulging. Action Items Keep your eyes open for a digital detox I’m putting together for anyone who wants to join Look at your calendar over the next few weeks and look for places where you can say no. Join the - Enrollment is open anytime! Get access to my FREE podcast series, Key Moments in the Conversation [1:16] Sometimes we have to say no to something so we can say yes to our mental health. [1:59] It was becoming too much pressure on me and I am trying to protect my lifestyle. [7:49] I want you to look at your calendar in the next couple of weeks and look at the things that maybe you could say no to. [9:59] I think our mental health starts with our mindset. And then that follows through to our physical health. [16:24] When we are done with our digital detox, we'll get back on another Zoom and talk about how it felt. What we were able to do. How it cleared our mind, and how it set us up for success in the new year.
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5 Tips for Midlife Fashion
11/14/2023
5 Tips for Midlife Fashion
Episode Overview Are there rules to fashion as we age and what are they? In this episode, I'm answering those questions and offering 5 tips for midlife fashion. Questions Answered Where did Deanna’s love of fashion start and how was her mom a big part of that? Should we change our style as we get older? What are Deanna’s 5 tips for midlife fashion? What is the one item everyone needs in their closet? Is it worth buying into trends or not? Action Items Check out some of Deanna's favorites on her and . to see her upcoming Christmas Gift Guide and other exciting things going on with Well & Worthy Life. Scroll to the bottom of the homepage to subscribe. Join the - Enrollment is open anytime! Get access to my FREE podcast series, Key Moments in the Conversation [1:53] To be honest, what I wear is not necessarily a part of my health journey, but I definitely am more confident when I'm more put together. [7:40] We tend to dress for others so much and we really need to dress for ourselves and how we feel the most confident because it will come across in the way we talk to people. It will come across in the way we carry ourselves. It will come across in our actions. [10:37] Make sure if you’ve gained or lost weight you have a few things that fit you that you feel very confident in. [26:42] I don't think there should be rules about clothes. I think it's whatever makes you feel your best at this stage of your life.
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5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self
11/07/2023
5 Things I Would Tell My Younger Self
Episode Overview Consider me your big sister (or maybe mom!) in this episode where I’m breaking down 5 things I would tell my younger self! I have learned so much from those who are further along on the journey than me and I want to impart wisdom I’ve gained over the years to any of you that are younger than me. For those of you around my age or older, what would you add to this list? Share your wisdom in the comments! Questions Answered Deanna’s insight on, “What are 5 things I would tell my younger self”? Why does lifting heavy weights matter in overall health? How to be present, even when life is hard. Action Items Check out the book I referenced by Gabrielle Lyon, . Join the - Enrollment is open anytime! Get access to my FREE podcast series, Key Moments in the Conversation [3:31] I always say this, if I had known then what I know now, I would have done things so differently. [8:50] Life goes on and you realize how resilient you are. You realize you keep going forward. [15:24] I'm really trying to change things up and not do things the way I did before. Now I’m really focused on lifting heavy things because that's the way that muscle increases and we have longevity. [18:03] We know that a lot of processed food is inflammatory food and inflammatory food causes us to not look and feel our best. [24:26] Listen to your body. You know what is best for you. Nobody else is living your life. Listen to yourself and know what's right for you.
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Aging Powerfully: Why Aging is Good
10/24/2023
Aging Powerfully: Why Aging is Good
Episode Overview Aging hasn’t always had the best connotation. In our youth-driven culture, we often seek to avoid aging. Today’s guest, Karen Viesta, is reframing the conversation on why aging is good and how to age POWERFULLY! Karen is a certified health and lifestyle coach who works with women in their forties and fifties who want to transform their bodies and their lives. She is the founder of Wellegant Women Coaching and host of the Well Egant Women Podcast. After going through her own midlife reinvention, Karen helps women in midlife to age powerfully, create extraordinary health and vitality, and make each new decade even better than the last. Questions Answered Why aging is good and beautiful and need not be avoided! Karen’s menopause journey and how it launched her into the work she does with women today. The number one change Karen made that had the biggest impact on her menopause journey? What’s the key to sticking to healthy practices? How has the term wellness evolved over the years? Action Items Get : 7 Days to Your Healthiest and Most Radiant Self Keep up with See what other good stuff Karen has on her Follow her on and Join my Get access to my FREE podcast series, Key Moments in the Conversation [3:51] There’s an expectation that we should figure out this midlife thing and just once and for all be done with it. [13:40] I wasn’t willing to resign myself to feeling terrible. There was a part of me that thought, “no, I’m not buying that. I’m going to figure this out.” (regarding words from doctors around perimenopause) [14:04] Your over-40 body is different from your under-40 body and you have to support it differently. [28:34] I think a lot of women in midlife find themselves in that place where they’re looking ahead to the second half of life and questioning what they want it to look like and more importantly who do they want to be.
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Friendship, Faith and Fasting
10/10/2023
Friendship, Faith and Fasting
Episode Overview My dear friend, Melanie, is back with me today and we are talking through topics that all of you wanted to hear more about - friendship, faith and fasting. Questions Answered How Deanna and Melanie live out friendship, faith, and fasting in midlife. Where are some of the best places to make friends once you become an empty nester? What is the point of fasting and why do Deanna and Melanie choose to do it? If someone still has their cycle, what do they need to know about intermittent fasting? How does faith impact the way Deanna and Melanie live? Action Items Check out the book we reference in the episode, - this book is a great guide to the power of fasting to burn fat, boost energy, and balance your hormones! Listen to the podcast we reference in the episode with Dr. Mindy Pelz on the Mel Robbins Podcast: Listen to other episodes with Melanie: Look into this great product, , Melanie and Deanna both love taking. Connect with Melanie on and visit her to see what she offers! Join me in and download my FREE podcast series, Key Moments in the Conversation [4:50] At this stage of our life, we can pick and choose who we spend our time with and we want to find people who are into the same kind of things we are. [19:48] I was a 911 Christian. I connected only when I needed him in desperate situations. Now it is a surrender, asking, “what do you want from me Lord today? How can I use this trial to glorify you?” [20:49] This is one of the first times in my life where I really am seeking God and trying to get to know Him when everything is good in my life. [28:25] In our rough patch as friends, we stayed with it because we knew our friendship was more important than anything. [31:47] Not all women should be fasting alike. There are so many different ways to fast.
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Brain Longevity: How to Live a Brain Healthy Life
09/26/2023
Brain Longevity: How to Live a Brain Healthy Life
Episode Overview Brain health is something we can easily avoid thinking about until it's too late. Ed Parks from Neuroreserve, is back with me today sharing why midlife women, specifically, should not ignore brain health. He's offering tips that we can start implementing today that will support brain longevity. This is one you don't want to miss! Questions Answered What is one of the most powerful diets that promotes brain longevity? Which vegetables and fruits are the powerhouse staples to eat for brain health? What is visceral fat and how does it affect Alzheimer's and dementia? “If my mother or grandmother or other family member had Alzheimer does that mean I’m likely to get it?” Action Items Check out Ed's company, and learn more about the supplement . Relevate strengthens and protects your memory, cognitive performance, and helps to overcome brain fog! Extra bonus, put "Deanna15" in at checkout for a discount! Follow Neuroreserve on and for the latest research on brain nutrition and how to strengthen brain longevity. Listen to previous podcast conversations with Ed Parks. Key Moments in the Conversation [8:44] Two-thirds of all Alzheimer's dementia cases are women. That should not necessarily be something that scares women, but it should be a motivator. If you pay attention to this you can set yourself up really well for great brain health, great memories, and great living. [11:51] For the brain in particular, it's dark, leafy green vegetables that are key. [23:27] The thing people should know from a brain and cognitive standpoint, is that obesity in midlife is a big risk factor for mild cognitive impairment, which is called MCI. And that's usually the leading point of Alzheimer's disease.
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Lose Weight and Keep It Off (The French Weigh)
09/12/2023
Lose Weight and Keep It Off (The French Weigh)
Episode Overview The struggle in many midlife women is how to lose weight and keep it off! Today, Karen Gombault is on sharing her unique perspective on the topic. As an American woman who has spent the last 30 years living in France, she shares her insight to "The French Weigh". She is a certified coach who helps women adopt lifestyle changes that foster healthy aging which in turn helps them lose weight and keep it off! You're going to love this one! Questions Answered How Karen took the leap from a corporate, well paying job into the world of coaching. What has made the biggest difference in Karen's weight loss journey? How does the lifestyle in France compare to the US in regard to healthy habits? Tips on how to lose weight and keep it off that are inspired by her life in France. Action Items Download her to the 5 simple secrets of French women that keep them slender and full of life. Be inspired by her daily life in France and follow her . Key Moments in the Conversation [7:43] There's so much more to do in terms of prevention and healthy living and I felt my place was coaching women. [14:25] As we get older, we have to be in touch with the signals the universe is sending us. [16:21] I don't diet. I hate dieting. I've learned slowly to adapt my habits and tweak them over the years and to be very in tune with my body and see what's working and what's not. [30:25] Eating becomes pleasurable when there's variety and stimulation, but not false stimulation from a dopamine hit. That variety just helps keep it interesting. Navigate peri and post menopause with renewed energy, boosted confidence, and optimal wellness to feel & look your very BEST! Join the
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Why Food Labels Are Important [and how to understand them!]
08/29/2023
Why Food Labels Are Important [and how to understand them!]
Episode Overview We’ve been misguided when it comes to reading food labels. In this episode, Jen Smiley is joining me sharing why food labels are important to understand for your overall health! Jen is an expert food coach and has created Wake Up and Read the Labels out of her own health journey. In this episode, we hope to bring a little awareness to everyone who's listening and help somebody else be able to eat the foods they love and finally feel good! Questions Answered Why food labels are important to understand to guide your overall health? What is the number one ingredient to get rid of when starting to clean out your pantry and fridge? What’s a good first step when trying to eat cleaner? How to clean up your morning routine to avoid bloating and set your morning up well? Where to look to find the cleaner brands in the grocery store? What is the most surprising discovery when people learn how to look at labels? Action Items Check out Jen's to learn the 3 most common foods that are killing energy and ruining our days. Follow for daily inspiration on how to eat clean and understand what's in the common foods we eat. Start with your morning routine and look at the labels for your go-to items. For any that have ingredients you can’t pronounce, find a healthier swap. Key Moments in the Conversation [10:37] We have been taught that these things are healthy when in fact they're not. The most important message here is there's always a swap. [15:51] America is sick. Our food is toxic and people are now dying slow and living short instead of living long and dying short. [19:06] We've been taught the wrong way and it's only failing us and getting us deeper, sicker, and more inflamed. It’s time to take three steps back, reevaluate and do something different if we want to feel different. [31:29} A lot of people don't even realize how great they can feel until they start cleaning up what they're eating. My new Program, Revive Now, starts September 1st. and be part of the first group!
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Where to Find Community in Midlife
08/15/2023
Where to Find Community in Midlife
Episode Overview If you're wondering where to find community in midlife with like-minded women pursuing a life of vitality, look no further! In today's solo episode, Deanna is sharing about her new program, Revive Now, to get you back to feeling your best self! She's also discussing a few other topics that have been on her mind recently. Like how to prepare for empty nesting, her thoughts on weight loss drugs, and what happens when you stop making excuses and step out of your comfort zone. Questions Answered How Deanna pushed herself out of her comfort zone and what she discovered in doing so. Where to find community in midlife and why it's valuable to your overall health and wellbeing. What questions to consider when deciding if you should take weight loss drugs? What is included in the Revive Now membership? Action Items Get on the waitlist to join the launch of starting September 1st. Receive the FREE podcast series, , to discover the changes to make in midlife to feel your best! any feedback, ideas, or questions you’d want her to discuss on her future podcasts. Key Moments in the Episode [9:42] For so many years I have made excuses and I have been missing out. [12:05] As things evolve I see a need for something more comprehensive, more affordable, and more actionable which is why I created the Revive Now Membership! [15:49] Community is where we make the change. [18:57] We pour into our children, we pour into our husbands, we pour into our careers, but who's pouring into us? If we don't pour into ourselves we can't keep going.
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How to Process Being an Empty Nester
08/01/2023
How to Process Being an Empty Nester
Episode Overview In this heartfelt episode, Deanna processes being an empty nester, the role of mothering adult children, and preparing herself as her youngest son makes a big move across the country to start a new beginning with his wife. Questions Answered What are some strategies to use in the transition of being an empty nester? What grounds Deanna when she’s grieving the changes of motherhood? Is it ok to have boundaries with adult children after they’ve left home? What are the key steps to moving through the empty nest season with grace? Action Items Go on a walk in nature when grieving transitions of motherhood to help find peace. In the episode, Deanna mentions a blog post she wrote about grown children moving back home and how to make it work. Read the post, Check out more posts and podcasts of mine on the topic: (post) (post) (podcast episode) Key Moments in the Conversation [4:45] The beautiful and hard truth is we raise our children to go off and live on their own and have their own lives. [9:11] The job of being a mom never ends and there are many feelings we have along the way. As they leave home it’s like this emptiness all at once. The good news is I know it passes. [9:55] One of the best things I have found is to get out in nature and go for a walk when the emotions get strong. [11:54] We're supposed to raise these kids to go off on their own and have a great life. And that's all I want for my sons. [19:26] It's never too late to explore anything you want to explore and try new things.
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Setting Sustainable Health Goals with Deanna
07/18/2023
Setting Sustainable Health Goals with Deanna
Episode Overview Deanna is back and the next few episodes will be solo conversations. In this one, Deanna is sharing about her post-menopausal journey and how she’s caring for herself in this season. Today, she’s getting vulnerable and sharing her experience with the InBody Test. The discoveries from her InBody results are guiding her in setting sustainable health goals to see the results she is looking for. In 12 weeks Deanna will circle back to share about the follow up results! Questions Answered The value in setting sustainable health goals to guide the results you want to see. What goals Deanna is setting for herself over the next 12 weeks to work towards a leaner healthier version of herself? What is an InBody test and what is it measuring? What is the value in focusing on strength training, especially in menopause? Action Items Ask yourself – “What are the goals I need to kick into gear to see the changes I hope for?” Write the goals down and make a plan that is sustainable for you. Deanna is launching a brand new program in the fall, and be the first to hear about it. Key Moments in the Conversation [3:29] I’m focusing on building muscle because our muscle helps us to maintain that metabolism so we can eat food without gaining weight. [12:28] I don’t ever want to share this information with you and you start measuring yourself off of me. We just have to go by what our goals are and how we feel. [20:30] I really believe I have to be consistent, I don’t have to be perfect.
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Healing a Diagnosis with Functional Medicine
07/06/2023
Healing a Diagnosis with Functional Medicine
Episode Overview Health is much more than the absence of disease, it's about optimal function and Dr. Jenn Simmons is on today to share all about her experience. She started her professional career as Philadelphia’s first Fellowship trained breast surgeon. After 17 years as Philly’s top breast surgeon, her own illness leads her to discover functional medicine. Enamored with the concept of creating health rather than killing disease, she left traditional medicine and founded Real Health MD with the mission to help women anywhere along the breast cancer journey to truly heal. Her story of healing a diagnosis through functional medicine is a powerful testimony of hope and empowerment to find the care to help us live our lives optimally. Questions Answered What made Dr. Jenn walk away from her path as a breast cancer surgeon at the height of her career? How did Dr. Jenn take steps to heal a diagnosis with functional medicine? What happened to the symptoms of MS when grains were eliminated from the diet? Why working out harder in midlife is not helping you lose weight. What women aren't being told about the connection between breast cancer and heart disease? Action Items Get connected with Dr. Jenn via and continue learning from her wisdom! See all the Dr. Jenn is offering on her . Key Moments in the Conversation [3:47] Functional medicine was the bell I couldn't unring and once you realize that there's another way, you can't ever go back. [9:37] One of our biggest problems is that we have become so disconnected from our bodies, our health, nature, circadian rhythms, and the sun and the moon. We've lost our health in translation. [13:15} What I was doing as a surgeon was just delaying the inevitable; cutting out the tumor is not the solution. [27:46] It's the environment that has the greatest influence on a person's health. [28:56] In functional medicine, we know that there's a spectrum of health and what we're looking for is optimal.
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Sustainable Weight Loss Using Functional Medicine
06/20/2023
Sustainable Weight Loss Using Functional Medicine
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Consider Glucose Monitoring for Weight Management
06/06/2023
Consider Glucose Monitoring for Weight Management
Episode Overview If you're tired of fad diets, restrictive eating, and the overall frustration of trying to lose weight in your menopausal journey, it's time to consider glucose monitoring for weight management. As I always say, we are all different and we need to find unique ways to care for our individual bodies. Heather Davis, a dietician with Nutrisense is on with me today. She believes in a deeply customized approach to discovering what works for each person and encourages creative and sustainable changes that enable long-term success. Enjoy the episode! Questions Answered How to approach glucose monitoring for weight management? The connection between caffeine and glucose levels. What happens to insulin levels of menopausal women? What happens in the body when glucose levels spike up and stay up? A hack to try so you don't have to deny yourself yummy bread from the bread basket when out to dinner. Action Items Get daily inspiration to help with cravings, energy, hormones, mood, sleep, and diabetes with the Check out the Try out a Continuous Glucose Monitor and connect with one of to create a personalized weight management plan Try out glucose monitoring for weight management with my Key Moments in the Conversation [7:34] A lot of people struggle with all kinds of symptoms for a while like fatigue, afternoon lulls, brain fog, irritability, mood swings, etc. Sometimes we're made to feel like it's in our heads but it's a very biological thing and glucose is one big piece of the puzzle for a lot of people in that way. [11:16] I'm here to put minds at ease because fluctuation in glucose is totally healthy and normal. We are not striving for a flat line. [22:01] As estrogen levels start to decline through that transition, it can shift how we respond to insulin and glucose. It may mean that there are some dietary and lifestyle tweaks that you can do. [25:56] Instead we have to get out of this over-restrictive mentality and nourish our bodies with the nutrients it needs.
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The Fashion Influencer to Follow Today
05/16/2023
The Fashion Influencer to Follow Today
Episode Overview Whether you’re a fashionista or in serious need of style support, Susie is a fashion influencer to follow! She loves guiding and inspiring women while creating practical versatile stylish outfits. Putting all her knowledge and passion in one place and sharing it brings her so much joy. Her blog, So Susie, combines many years of expertise as a stylist with a desire to make recommendations that help women put together the perfect wardrobe. The work she puts in the world is informative, beautiful, and inspiring. Tune in to find out which of her classic pieces I’ve had my eye on for years! Questions Answered What pieces of a wardrobe are worth splurging on? What are the trending colors for the summer season? What is the best denim to be wearing? What is it like to be a midlife woman growing a business online? Why Deanna chooses Susie as the fashion influencer to follow. Action Items We mention on the episode which is an online fashion resale website where consumers can buy and sell women's luxury designer used handbags, accessories, and jewelry. Keep up with all of Susie's fashion tips and insights on her and her where she deep dives into topics on her blog. Key Moments in the Conversation [4:30] The cool thing about this little journey is that everyone has a lane and we're all doing our own spin on something and there's room for everybody. [11:21] I think there comes this stage where our kids get a little bit older and we have to do something for ourselves. I’ve got 30 or 40 more years and I don't want to just lose my brain! [25:39] If you want to get good jeans online, stick with the best-selling brands and fits. They're best sellers for a reason, they fit nine out of ten women. [30:28] I think adding in a few trends and adapting them to your style is a way to make your wardrobe more interesting and it keeps us more current. Before I wrap this up, we’re launching the next round of Balance Movement Method starting May 31st! .
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Declutter Your Home, Declutter Your Life
05/02/2023
Declutter Your Home, Declutter Your Life
Episode Overview I'm thrilled to introduce you to Corinne from Grid and Glam. Her mission is to teach you how an organized home will change your entire life by helping you make changes that last, so you spend less time playing catch up and more time living. How good does that sound? Are you ready to declutter your home so you can declutter your life? Enjoy the episode! Questions Answered When you declutter your home how does it help in decluttering your life? What services does Corinne offer in Grid and Glam? The questions you need to ask yourself before you buy new things. Action Items Connect with Corinne over at and check out what she's offering! Follow her on for daily tips and inspiration on how to declutter your home, get organized, and live a glam life. Start organizing today with her most popular . Key Moments in the Conversation [11:04] I love the calm of a clutter-free space more than I like things. Every time I buy something, no matter how small or big, I ask myself, where in my house is it going to go? [11:59] In terms of what we hold onto, I say you should only keep the things that you use, that you need, and that you love. [20:54] On the other side of the structure comes all of the flexibility that you need to get to the other side. The structure will provide the breathing room and freedom that you want. Otherwise, you're constantly in chaos or fighting or tension. [24:11] There is a connection between living in a clutter-free space and the positive impact it has on our mental health. [33:54] The little incremental changes you make will have a huge impact on your life. Before I go... Learn more about the power of incremental shifts that can lead to lasting change through our .
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The Time to Increase Bone Health is Now
04/25/2023
The Time to Increase Bone Health is Now
Episode Overview Did you know we start losing bone at the age of 30? And after menopause, women lose 2% of their bone every year. Knowing that it's time we take our bone health seriously before a crisis occurs. One way I care for my bone health is through membership with Osteostrong. Ashley Laird and her husband Matt opened an Osteostrong in the Birmingham area just over a year ago and I'm so grateful they did! In today's episode, Ashley is sharing some of her personal stories of being a busy mom of 4, homeschooling, and helping her husband launch Osteostrong. Give this episode a listen and discover the incredible benefits that come from Osteostrong. Questions Answered What is Osteostrong and how can it help increase bone health? What are the benefits of using red-right therapy? How is Osteostrong impacting the health journey of cancer patients? Action Items Check out an and increase bone health today! For those who live in the Birmingham, Alabama area, make an appointment at Ashley's ! Tune into another episode of the WWL Podcast where we discuss the . Key Moments in the Conversation [17:40] I've seen firsthand what stress can do to the body and it's not good. [27:55] Everybody starts losing bone at the age of 30. At Osteostrong we are trying to educate people not to wait until they have a diagnosis. [28:06] After menopause, women start losing bone at a rate of up to 2% a year. [28:39] The premise of what we do is to strengthen the skeletal system. Bones adapt under the pressure that they’re put under. At Osteostrong, we put pressure on your bones in a very safe way that emulates impact and causes your body to naturally respond and grow bone. In the meantime, it also strengthens the tendons, ligaments, and joints which helps with knee and back pain.
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The Power of Saying Yes to Your Heart
04/18/2023
The Power of Saying Yes to Your Heart
Episode Overview There is incredible power in saying yes to your heart, especially in the face of fear and Marcella's journey is the perfect example of that! She has become a dear friend to me in such a short amount of time and I'm delighted to introduce her to all of you. In this episode, Marcella is sharing her story of how she has reinvented herself after some major life changes and went on to write her first book! You'll hear the power of sitting in silence, listening to the voice of your heart and what can happen when you step out in the face of fear. May you be as inspired as I was by her story! Questions Answered What's the power of saying yes to your heart and what can happen when you lead with it? What is a simple way to start meditating to stay connected to the voice of the heart? What is Marcella's book about and how is it impacting readers? Action Items I can personally say Marcella's book, , is changing the way I show up to my days. I highly recommend it to all of you! Connect with Marcella on Give meditating a try and see how it impacts your day! Take a step forward in discovering the power of saying yes to YOUR heart. Tune into older episodes of women saying yes to their heart! Key Moments from the Conversation [5:21] There are a lot of times in our lives that we feel the nudge to move towards something, whether it be space or silence and we don't often listen to it. [7:23] It was sort of this tug of the head and the heart and eventually the heart took over and I was on a journey. [11:11] I had an identity crisis asking myself, "Who am I?" I am still a mother, but that role has shifted as my kids are living independently and happily. I'm no longer a businesswoman, which I was most of my life. It was like a wake-up call where I started thinking, "What am I doing here with my life? [28:29] It's a constant journey and there are constant ups and downs, it's just part of being human.
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How to Have a Thriving Sex Life in Midlife
04/04/2023
How to Have a Thriving Sex Life in Midlife
Episode Overview For all of you wondering how to have a thriving sex life in midlife, this is one episode you don't want to miss! Dr. Bat Sheva Marcus is a certified sex therapist and author of . She has spent her life helping women reclaim pleasure in their bodies and spirit. She has dedicated her career to bridging the gap between the medical and the psychological in women’s sexual health. We're diving into all of it in this conversation! Questions Answered What hormones do you desperately need in perimenopause and menopause and why do you need them? How can you have a thriving sex life in midlife? What might be the simple solution to pain during intercourse when it was never there before? What is the difference between arousal and desire? Action Items Take the and get empowered to fix your sex life! Order her book to receive the comprehensive assessment. Follow her on and to continue learning from her wisdom! Key Moments in the Conversation [5:53] I'll get a female client who's either perimenopausal or menopausal and she's almost afraid to set up the appointment because she doesn't think I'll be able to help her. She's so convinced her sex life is over. Yet, of all of my clients whose problems are easiest to solve, it's perimenopause and menopause. These women just need the information to turn things around. [6:52] Almost every problem that comes up is solvable. [13:06] The three hormones women need to focus on as they hit perimenopause and menopause are estrogen, testosterone, and DHEA. [45:11] There are so many tools to get sex back on track and to have fabulous sex your whole life. The more you know about the options, the more empowered you feel. Join me in my Balance Programs:
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Heal Through Your Breath
03/21/2023
Heal Through Your Breath
Episode Overview Within all of us is a powerful tool of healing and we use it every day without thought. Do you know what it is? Our breath! In this episode, Sarah Brackmann is with us to share how to heal through your breath. She came to our Balance inner circle group in February and did a breath work session for the participants. Everybody walked away from it feeling significantly more relaxed and at peace. As a trauma-informed breathwork practitioner, Sarah teaches people to use their own breath to find their center. Breath work teaches the body to consciously breathe in order to shift and alter one’s physical, mental, and emotional state. Questions Answered How does the breath alter your physical, emotional, and mental state? How is breathwork like meditation? Why would you consider going to a breathwork session? What happens in a breathwork session? How can you work with Sarah? What to look for when finding someone to help you heal through your breath. Action Items Book a with Sarah and learn to heal through your breath. Follow her on and join her email list at the link in her bio. Find a trauma-informed breath work specialist in your area at Key Moments in the Conversation [12:41] The goal of breathwork is to tune back into your body. We spend so many hours of our day doing things for other people. This is an opportunity for you to come back to your center and reground yourself. [13:09] You always had whatever you needed inside of you, you just didn't know how to tap into it. [23:22] If you're in a place in life where you need a little more energy or you’re stressed and looking for a healthy alternative that doesn’t take a lot of time within your day, breath work could be an option for you. Join an upcoming Balance Program
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A Strength Training Program for Midlife Women
03/07/2023
A Strength Training Program for Midlife Women
Episode Overview We are beyond excited to share Balance Movement Method with you all, a well-rounded strength training program for midlife women! Lori is a fitness, nutrition, and functional movement specialist, and a women's fitness instructor. I can't think of a more perfect person to lead this program with me. Feeling fit and recapturing your energy when you hit midlife can be discouraging if not downright disheartening. Especially if you hit the peri and post-menopause stages. In the Balance Movement Method, we're here to teach you how to adapt to get awesome results. Questions Answered in the Episode How does strength training support symptoms of perimenopause? The benefits of joining a strength training program for midlife women. Is it necessary to spend hours in the gym to see the results of strength training? What is NEAT and why is it important for our health? How does physical strength impact mental strength? Action Items The Balance Movement Method is going to make you feel your BEST using our efficient and effective movement method! Get on the and join us starting March 15th. Follow for fitness and healthy lifestyle tips. Key Moments in the Conversation [4:17] We want to show women that they are stronger than they think mentally and physically. Often times when you are in strength training and resistance training you start to see that about yourself. [7:40] Muscles are torn down during the workout, but they're rebuilt in the kitchen. You have to pair both fitness and nutrition to reap the benefits. [28:05] I don't do one-on-one coaching anymore because the magic happens with the group. I found that I don't have all the answers, and when we're all together, we can bounce things off one another and learn so much from each other.
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When the Mess Becomes the Message
02/22/2023
When the Mess Becomes the Message
The Mess Becomes the Message Overview I’m a firm believer that we can turn things around and see how the mess becomes the message we share with the world. In this solo episode, I’m getting vulnerable and sharing how my mess was a pivotal part in creating Well & Worthy Life. It took me a while to learn what wellness truly meant in all aspects of my life and believe that I was worthy of such a life. I want each of you to know and believe that for yourselves too! Questions Answered How the mess becomes the message with Well & Worthy Life? What was I doing that was depleting my energy? How a getaway with friends in Napa was the turning point of change. Action Items Join me in one of my programs if you need the support to make the changes you’re looking for to know that you CAN live a Well and worthy life. If you're new here, be sure you're part of the Well & Worthy life ! Key Moments in the Conversation [8:59] I had to hit rock bottom and I knew I could not live like that anymore. [11:35] The problem was, I wasn’t sleeping well, had low energy, and I wasn't feeling great. I was in perimenopaus and didn't know it for 14 years. [19:50] Getting my health coaching certification was one of the best decisions of my life. In the one year program, I learned so much about food as medicine. The biggest lesson I learned was we are all different and there's no one size fits all, we have to be in touch with our own bodies.
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Explore Your Relationship with Alcohol
02/09/2023
Explore Your Relationship with Alcohol
Episode Overview This community has had such a positive response to conversations with my friend, Jenn aka the Sober Sis that we're taking it back to one of the first episodes with her. The conversation helps you explore your relationship with alcohol, recognize when it's unhealthy, and how to work towards changing your mindset and lifestyle. Jenn talks about how the stigma of sobriety often puts pressure on women to drink socially and the way in which alcohol consumption can affect us both physically and mentally. We also discuss the importance of understanding the root cause of your relationship with alcohol before you can quit successfully. Questions Answered How do you get to the root cause of your relationship with alcohol? How does alcohol consumption affect us physically and mentally? What is a healthy approach to alcohol that will bring lasting results? Action Items Explore your relationship with alcohol and join Jenn's Listen to our previous episodes on the topic of alcohol: Follow Jenn on for daily inspiration Key Moments in the Conversation [3:34] I'm really grateful that God pointed me in this direction, although it was a very unlikely direction and not something that I ever really thought that I would be so vocal about and so passionate about sharing. [6:07] There I was in my thirties navigating being a mom, being married, working, and socializing around something that really instantly made me feel relaxed, made me feel a part of things, and it made me feel like a grownup in this new world that I was in. [11:18] There were nights where I thought, "nope I'm going to be good tonight" and I used willpower. I white-knuckled it with a deprivation mindset, so I was miserable, but I wasn't drinking. I thought it was a win but really all it did was make me want it more when I went back to it the next day or two or three. Join A Balance Program
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Unlocking the Secrets of Hormone Replenishment Therapy
01/31/2023
Unlocking the Secrets of Hormone Replenishment Therapy
Episode Overview With all of the misinformation out there about hormone replacement therapy, or as Dr. Ana calls it, hormone replenishment therapy, I thought it was a good idea to have her back to continue educating us! She has worked with thousands of women one-on-one to help them understand and improve their health and manage their hormones. Dr. Ana is committed to supporting women so they can thrive physically, emotionally, sexually, and even spiritually as they go through the natural and inevitable life shift of menopause. Hormone Replenishment Therapy Questions Answered What’s the difference between progesterone vs progestins How did Dr. Ana come to learn so much about hormone replenishment? What are the symptoms of progesterone deficiency? What are Dr. Ana’s thoughts on pellets and testosterone replacement? What is the best way to measure hormones? What are some good ways to increase oxytocin? Is it too late to start hormones? Action Items Check out Dr. Ana's . It provides nourishing, replenishing, evidence-based ingredients for whole-body menopause relief. to continue to learn from her expertise. Key Moments [2:48] I talk about hormone replenishment, not hormone replacement. We want to support our body's natural hormone production as much as possible. [5:09] It takes more than hormones to fix your hormones. [7:44] The longer we keep our ovarian function working, the better, healthier longevity we have. That is key. [13:01] I think it's the little changes that trigger you and motivate you. The hardest thing to do is to change, but we have to rewire because the past is comfortable. Those habits are comfortable and we have to change them. [20:05] We want to empower our body to take care of itself, and there's a fine art to it. [30:29] I’ve seen so many women struggle when they're not feeling well and we've got to get to the root cause. Number one, we have to have hope. We have to know that we have many purposes and we can improve our physiology. Connect with Dr. Ana Go to to find all the information you need about her podcast and products mentioned in the episode, and to find her social channels so you can continue to engage with her. Join me in Balance:
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How to Create Healthy and Sustainable Eating Habits
01/19/2023
How to Create Healthy and Sustainable Eating Habits
Episode Overview Melanie is your girl if you want to know how to create healthy and sustainable eating habits! She has taught me many tips and tricks over the years on making quick and easy nutrient-dense meals which is why we created Balance Eating Method. We discovered too many women struggle to get the nourishment they need to live energized and whole from the inside out. In this episode, we invite each listener to join the conversation as we, two best friends, chat about our health journeys and share why we do what we do for women coming up after us. Questions Answered Why does alcohol affect us differently as we get older? Is it too late to change, even if we’re in our 40s, 50s, and 60s and beyond? What is it like to be on the Balance Method calls? How will the Balance Eating Method help me create healthy and sustainable eating habits? Action Items Are you looking to give going alcohol-free a try? Check out . Get on the waitlist for one of the Balance groups (all 3 courses) Key Moments in the Conversation [2:34] Every time I'm on the phone with you, I leave better. I've learned something. I've been encouraged. Maybe you're doing something that I was slacking on, like going on a daily walk, and Deanna's walking and talking and I think, “you know what? I need to move today because Deanna is my encourager.” [3:51] What I do is try to be better this year as opposed to last year. What can I let go of that didn't serve me in 2022? [12:38] We were talking on our Zoom call about community and how important community is with like-minded women, and that's exactly why we created the Balance Wellness Method, Balance Eating Method, and Balance Movement Method because there aren’t any programs out there for women our age. [15:22] I can tell you I feel better now in my fifties probably as good as I felt in my twenties, if not better. [32:02] Start learning to say no more. You can make time to better yourself, you just have to learn to say no to the things that are not the best for you. Connect with Melanie: Check out her Follow her on Listen to previous episodes with Melanie
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Break the Cycle: Overcome Emotional Eating
01/03/2023
Break the Cycle: Overcome Emotional Eating
Episode Overview: Emotional eating is a common struggle that can lead to negative consequences such as weight gain and decreased self-esteem. With years of firsthand experience in the world of food obsession, our guest, Hunter, has the tools you need to find freedom and hope. As a certified emotional eating coach, she has supported many individuals in the journey to overcome emotional eating, lose weight and stop thinking about food so they can be free to live fully. Questions Answered: What can you do when you want to lose weight but don’t know how to break your patterns? How to know if you need to work with an emotional eating coach. The number one thing most people have trouble with when it comes to emotional eating and how to break that habit. Action Items: Check out the book, by Andy Mitchell, which Deanna recommends in the episode. Find the support you're looking for and book a with Hunter. Download Hunter's to overcome emotional eating and stay on track with a healthy eating program. Key Moments in the Conversation: [10:35] Stopping your thoughts about food may not be a quick fix, but there are steps you can take. It's everything from what you can do physically when you're feeding your body to help those cravings, what you can do to deal with your emotions, and what you can do mentally for mindset change. [13:47] Do I want to be thin and fit into all my clothes? Of course. But my biggest thing is to have the energy to do all the things I love to do and play with my granddaughter. If I am not nourishing my body the right way, then I can’t. [16:44] It used to be that we did these things in secret and we didn't have people to talk to. Now that's the biggest message I want to get to people - you are not alone, you've not done anything with food that I have not either done before or had a best friend do. [22:27] I think slow is so much better than a quick loss because slow is more sustainable. Connect with Hunter: Check out her Follow her on Join My Programs
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Do This and Find Success in 2023
12/27/2022
Do This and Find Success in 2023
Episode Overview: Tired of starting the new year strong only to lose momentum after a few weeks? Deanna is breaking down a simple technique to help make lasting change. Following her insight is bound to help us find success in 2023 and keep us motivated way beyond January. Questions Answered: Why does the all-or-nothing approach set us up for failure? How does a positive mindset impact success? Where to find a group of like-minded women to support you on your health journey. Action Item: Find success in 2023 by giving yourself the gift of balance with the . Get all 3 of our signature programs to improve your overall health, nutrition & fitness in midlife! In the bundle are the , , and . Click the links for a detailed breakdown of each program. Key Moments in the Episode: [1:54] The problem is that “all in” would only last a little while because it wasn't sustainable. [2:52] We all know what we need to do. We know we need to eat well. We know we need to move more. We know we need to sleep well but we get so overwhelmed. And what happens when we become overwhelmed, we quit. [5:36] The correct mindset is to do small things consistently and know your why so that when things don't go according to plan, you'll get right back into those small things. [8:20] Saying, “never” when it comes to what we consume is not a positive mindset. It only makes me want it more and makes me feel more deprived. [11:29] The unique thing about all of the balance programs is that we help each individual create something that's going to fit into their lifestyle. Because there's not a one size fits all. Connect with Deanna Find her on , , and
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The Truth About Hormone Replacement Therapy
12/20/2022
The Truth About Hormone Replacement Therapy
Episode Overview: The question many midlife women are asking is, “what’s the truth about hormone replacement therapy?” With all the conflicting information we hear, I wanted to talk to an expert on the topic, Dr. Felice Gersh. She is a board-certified OBGYN and integrative medicine doctor. As an expert in menopause, PCOS, hormones, fasting, and the unique needs of women I knew Dr. Gersh was the woman to talk to! She and I have a joint mission to help women who, universally, must go through this transition into menopause to live high-quality lives. I know you’ll learn so much from this episode! Questions Answered: What's the truth about hormone replacement therapy and where did it go wrong to make people so nervous about it? Can women who are already in the middle of menopause benefit from hormone therapy? What role does estradiol play in the body? Why hasn’t the word got out about the value of hormone therapy? Is it recommended to get on hormones during perimenopause and if so, what type of hormones? How safe and effective are pellets? Action Item: Take control of your menopause journey with help from Dr. Gersh's book, Key Moments in the Conversation: [7:26] The message that got delivered to all doctors and the entire society was, hormones are bad for women. Not, if you give conjugated equine estrogens orally from horse urine, which contains stuff that never would be in the human body. [15:46] I think that hormones will help women anytime however if you are further out in menopause, you're not going to get the same degree of prevention as if you do it early on because you can't reverse end-stage disease. [20:57] They found that if estradiol was applied to wounds, they would heal faster because the estrogen in the form of estradiol is about life. [24:49] Once you accept that estrogen is the hormone of life and that when you lose estrogen because your ovaries are now aged out of that, you don't only lose the ability to be fertile and have babies, you lose the ability to properly regulate every organ system in your body. [53:47] If the goal is quality of life and overall body health, then hormones must be given in a way that's physiologic. Connect with Dr. Felice Gersh: Follow her on , Learn more about her and her work on her Join my Programs Give yourself the gift of wellness with The Balance Bundle! Recapture that youthful version of YOU in 2023 to feel re-energized and ready to live life fully! Save NOW when you grab your spot for the New Year! to improve your overall health, nutrition & fitness in midlife! .
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