Midlife Mommas: A Girlfriends Approach to Life After Menopause

00:00 Similar symptoms in perimenopause and stress. Consider causes.
06:13 Stress and caffeine contributed to high blood pressure.
07:49 Addressing sleep disturbances through lifestyle adjustments and self-awareness.
10:42 Physical symptoms of chronic stress: low energy, digestive issues, colon cancer.
14:50 Using positive tactics for more energy and productivity.
18:44 Nature offers a meditative experience through sensory presence.
20:42 Positive mindset linked to health and happiness.
25:46 Overcame doubts during menopause, now advocating possibility.
26:51 Lessons learned, improved life, coping strategies embraced.
30:38 Celebrating progress and self-care for midlife.
In this episode, you'll hear:
1. The connection between stress and physical health: We discuss the profound impact of chronic stress on our bodies, addressing the physical symptoms and the interconnectedness of thoughts, emotions, and health. Learn how to recognize the biofeedback signals and adopt proactive stress management.

2. Unveiling the power of mindset: Discover the influence of mindset on our physical health and the potential connection between beliefs and coping with menopause and life challenges. We share our personal experiences and strategies for reframing, cognitive behavioral therapy, and controlling responses to situations.

3. Embracing self-care and finding joy: We emphasize the importance of slowing down, setting boundaries, and prioritizing self-care during midlife. Find out how to listen to your intuition, reduce stress, and engage in activities that bring you joy and peace.

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Amelia

• Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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What do you value?
Does how you spend your time reflect those values?
Join Cam and Amelia as we take a honest look at what we value and how we demonstrate those values. We want you to be intentional about your life and your actions.
00:00 Time is precious, invest it wisely for rewards.
06:00 Empathic person comforted 12-year-old in distress.
08:22 Acknowledging and investing in others reaps rewards.
10:59 Sharing experiences, treasures, and joy in life.
13:08 Discussing health investments and expectations for outcomes.
18:40 Healthy habits improved energy and sleep quality.
21:56 Importance of sleep and self-discovery process.
23:17 Reunion with husband, enjoyed hot meal and cocktail.
27:27 Unfinished projects steal joy, complete for happiness.
29:55 Investing in rest and recovery is important.
In this episode, you'll hear:
1. The Limited Nature of Time: We emphasize the importance of intentional investment and share personal experiences about investing time and energy in family relationships.

2. Unveiling Treasures: Explore the concept of treasures as things truly valued, with our health being a top priority. We discuss the relationship between investments and expectations, highlighting the need for intentionality and consistency.

3. Making Conscious Choices: We prioritize creating an uncluttered and aesthetically pleasing environment that impacts mental well-being. Additionally, we share the importance of investing in activities that promote good mental and physical health.

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Amelia

• Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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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.

Stay Connected!
Amelia

• Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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We are SO excited to bring you this 3-part series to being 2021!

We know Christmas is over but doesn't want more gifts? This series is 3 Gifts to Give Your Midlife Self:

• Forgive your former self
• Be present with your current self
• Prepare your future self

This idea came from Jon Acuff, who hosts the podcast, All It Takes Is a Goal and we thought it was so fabulous that we are riffing on it to apply specifically to midlife.
So what does it mean to forgive your former self?

• Have you ever felt stuck because of a decision you made in the past?
• Do you find yourself ruminating over past actions or words?
• Does the soundtrack in your mind remind you that 'you shouldn't have said that' or that 'that was a dumb thing to do'?
• Do you let past actions ruin current joy?

If you answered yes to any of these questions, it's a sign that you aren't forgiving your former self..
Join Cam and Amelia as we give you real life examples of how we've inadvertently robbed ourselves of joy by reliving questionable decisions and actions. We tell you how we short-circuited the negative self-talk and moved on to more joy and contentment.
We give you our tips for letting go of expectations (joy killers) and how to experience, acknowledge and work through any feelings of guilt or shame and then how to let it go!
As always, please subscribe, leave us a review, and we would love it if you'd take a screenshot of yourself listening and post on Social and tag us, @thehelpfulplate, @heymomma_cam, @midlife.mommas.
Join us on the midlife journey!
Websites: www.camoyler.com and www.thehelpfulplate.com
Instagram: www.Instagram.com/midlife.mommas
Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/midlifemusclewithcam

If you have any burning topics that you'd like us to tackle, please let us know!

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Amelia

• Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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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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Amelia

• Website: https://www.thehelpfulplate.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/thehelpfulplate/

Cam

• Website: https://www.camoyler.com/
• IG: https://www.instagram.com/heymomma_cam/
• TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@heymomma_cam

Midlife Mommas IG: https://www.instagram.com/midlife.mommas/

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