Midlife Mommas: A Girlfriends Approach to Life After Menopause

00:00 Identify stress sources; triggers fight-or-flight response.

03:28 Hypothalamus controls hormone release via chain.

08:51 Meditation helps reduce brain fog, irritability.

11:54 Use social networks and exercise with friends.

13:27 Self-awareness and addressing fear alleviates anxiety.

17:19 Double-check labels for clean daily use items.

20:08 Cortisol issues from stress, diet, and drugs.

24:16 Surprised by phone use in social situations.

28:18 Struggle managing thoughts, not actions or lifestyle.

30:03 Practices ensuring safety boost adrenal health.
In this episode, you'll hear:

• Recognize Stress Triggers: From fear, caffeine, and poor nutrition to emotional stress, understanding what spikes cortisol can help you avoid them.
• Mindful Living: Be intentional about the ingredients in your diet and products used at home. Apps like Think Dirty can assist in identifying hidden toxins that may affect your health.
• Balance and Well-being: Implement simple changes like consistent sleep schedules, reduced news exposure, and a shift toward natural foods to support adrenal health and enhance overall wellness.

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00:00:32 Subscribe to the Midlife Mommas, talking atomic habits.
00:03:39 Dream big but have a system.
00:08:16 Tiny steps change habits and self-perception.
00:11:17 Friendship dynamics change with personal growth.
00:14:16 Make habits attractive by tying them to something else, like walking with a friend.
00:17:50 Challenges and environments affect exercise satisfaction.
00:21:28 Morning routine includes coffee, supplements, neti pot.
00:26:19 Limit social media, switch to green tea.
00:29:28 Bought yarn to learn knitting, but failed.
00:32:13 Diet and exercise journey, small steps.
00:33:31 Build a successful system for joy and satisfaction.
BOOM! I wish I could do sound effects, but I can't. We're here today to talk about atomic habits. The basis for this talk is James Clear's bestselling book by the same name. Also, James Clear is a guest on Brene Brown's podcast on Spotify - that's also a great listen.
Anyhoo...what are atomic habits, and why do we need them?
Have you ever noticed that when you make lofty goals (we used to call them BHAGs in the 1990's), that you never quite get there? That's because biting off a huge chunk of behavior change at one time almost always leads to failure. What you need is a system. Tiny increments of change add up to BIG change over time.
In this episode, Cam and Amelia distill the principles of creating or recreating your systems to set you up for success. Consistency over intensity is the key. We give you the four things that build a habit, and we give you the tools to unwind a habit as well.
This episode is chock-full of meaningful and practical information. As always, hit that subscribe button and leave us a review. Tell your friends about is and share this episode if it resonates with you.
Resources:
Atomic Habits: An Easy & Proven Way to Build Good Habits & Break Bad Ones: Clear, James: 9780735211292: Amazon.com: Books

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cToday we're talking about redefining Thanksgiving Traditions in midlife. This may be especially relevant if your tradition will necessarily change due to a change in status. This could be due to divorce, loss of a parent, being newly empty-nested or simply that you want to try something new!

Traditions are great, until they're not. I think sometimes we fail to recognize this. We expect the 'Norman Rockwell' painting during the Holidays, when in fact, that rarely happens; it's a complete illusion!
We want you to embrace new traditions. Take what you enjoyed from past traditions and let go of the rest. Expectations can be joy-killers.
Cam and Amelia give you a humorous, heart-warming look at what creating new traditions can look like.
02:10 Traditions: Paternal grandparents, husband, separate opinions.
04:45 Large family gathering without alcohol and games.
07:29 Family traditions can change as kids grow.
11:34 Holiday plans with family may change, adapting graciously.
13:51 Thanksgiving with kids: hike, breakfast, brewery, fun.
18:11 My daughter went, relatives can be stressful.
19:58 Father uncomfortable on holidays, no need to entertain.
23:12 Little considerations during the holidays for hosts.
26:26 Downloadable guide with episode references available.
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This was a tough one. Talking about letting go of visions and embracing what IS, is never easy for us as women. But we must in order to give and receive JOY.
What expectations are you holding on to because someone told you you should?
How are you trying to control things outside of your control?
What tools do you have in your toolbox to recognize increasing anxiety?
Do you 'take your thoughts to court'?
How much of what you think is actually truth?
Cam and Amelia tackle these questions and more, plus give you some practical tips and trick that you can use to get yourself OUT of the black hole of expectations...or joy killers as we like to call them. Join use for this Real Talk between girlfriends.
Resources:
Chatter: The Voice in Our Head, Why It Matters, and How to Harness It: Kross, Ethan: 9780525575245: Amazon.com: Books
The Untethered Soul: The Journey Beyond Yourself: Michael A. Singer: 9781572245372: Amazon.com: Books
Stop Overthinking: 23 Techniques to Relieve Stress, Stop Negative Spirals, Declutter Your Mind, and Focus on the Present (Mental and Emotional Abundance): Trenton, Nick: 9798715048394: Amazon.com: Books
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Are you a stress-eater? Do you eat less when you're stressed? We see both. In midlife, we have to be careful because we can control 2 things: cortisol response and insulin response.
We grew up in an age where we 'ate less and exercised more' to lose weight. That no longer works in midlife.
Join us for part 2 of this series. This episode talks about how stress can railroad your weight loss journey. We know some of this feels counter-intuitive, but we implore you to listen and give these tactics a try!
00:00 Buying jeans was defeating due to size perceptions.
05:39 Incorporate movement into daily habits consistently.
08:50 Midlife feels like navigating a narrow trail.
12:36 Intentional multitasking fragments focus, reduces productivity.
15:37 Circadian rhythm affected by irregular schedules, travel.
19:10 Therapist helps reduce consistent mental stress.
19:50 Boundaries protect health from others' opinions.
23:08 Midlife women report disrupted sleep as primary concern.
26:56 Late exercise caused unexpected weight gain.
31:56 Thin women can have poor bone density.
34:37 Strength training ensures healthier aging and vitality.
36:30 Discovered pickleball with daughter, thoroughly enjoyed it.
38:57 Fasted workouts hinder performance; fueled ones excel.
In this episode, you'll hear:

1. 🎯 Why "Eat Less, Exercise More" Might Be a Trap!
   • Yup, you read that right. Sometimes, undereating and overexerting can make your body cling to fat like it’s an old friend. Your body needs fuel, not starvation!
2. 💪 The Power of Strength Training Over Endless Cardio
   • Say goodbye to those marathon treadmill sessions. We'll discuss how 2-3 times a week of strength training can revolutionize your metabolic health, muscle mass, and even bone density.
3. 😴 The Stress-Sleep-Weight Connection
   • Stress and poor sleep can turn your metabolism upside down. Learn why quality sleep and managing stress might be your secret weapons in this battle.

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Amelia

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Cam

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