Life After Menopause

Life After Menopause

Because we don’t become invisible when we reach a certain age! In fact, many of us begin to question our lives and the way things are. This is the women-centred post-menopausal podcast where where women share their stories, experts and specialists share information and knowledge about health, wellbeing, finances, style, diets, and relationships, and where we also look into the unique challenges that older women face in society, because we don’t just disappear when you get to midlife! We’ll be discussing things like the demonisation of older women, the feeling of being invisible, redefining yourself, creating a life that makes you want to leap out of bed in the morning, and the stigma of ageing. I’m so excited to share this with you all, thanks for being part of this journey with me. Don’t forget to like, subscribe and share the podcast. 💕 www.lifeaftermenopause.net

Episodes

Why it's crucial to process our negative emotions with Dr Marny Lishman

February 20, 2024 • 42 mins
Many of us grew up with people telling us not to be angry or not to be "ridiculous" - this idea that we can show some emotion, but we have to suppress others. Dr Marny Lishman is a psychologist who joins me this episode to talk about adaptability, wellbeing and change. After the last couple of years, many of us have become more stressed, unhappy, and ultimately mentally unwell. And unfortunately, we have been grown up without bein...
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Suzanne Storrie: Creating a Routine for Focus and Goal Achievement

February 13, 2024 • 47 mins
In this thought-provoking episode, join us as we venture into the multifaceted world of Suzanne Storrie, a former corporate executive turned dairy farmer and executive coach. Suzanne takes us through her incredible life transformation, sharing insights on how cultivating a meaningful routine can anchor us in the present and direct us towards a future filled with intention and purpose. Suzanne is a former high-profile executive wi...
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    The Guilt and Grief of Midlife

    February 6, 2024 • 24 mins

    Midlife comes with a whole heap of angst, worries, concerns, confronting changes, all of it. In this episode, I take a look at how to handle all the changes that are going on without losing your mind (too much!)

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    Fake Forgiveness, Passive Aggression and Why Being Grateful Suppresses Women’s Power

    January 30, 2024 • 23 mins
    In this episode, Karen reflects on her personal journey of self-discovery and shares their thoughts on gratitude and forgiveness. She explores the idea of gratitude being linked to the patriarchy and how it may be used to suppress women's power. She also discuss forgiveness and express her skepticism towards the concept of "fake forgiveness" and emphasises the importance of honesty and setting boundaries, rather than avoiding confr...
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    Dr Ivana Matic-Stancin: Approaching Perimenopause Holistically, and Why Women Need Each Other During and After Menopause

    January 23, 2024 • 39 mins
    Dr. Ivana Matic Stanson discusses the importance of taking a holistic approach to perimenopausal health. She also highlights the societal messages and expectations that can add to the stress and overwhelm experienced by women during this transition. By providing education, support, and guidance, Dr. Stanson helps women navigate perimenopause and embrace the next stage of their lives with confidence and well-being. Dr. Ivana Matic ...
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    Lyndal Stellenberg: Overcoming Body Image Issues, and Embracing Summer

    January 16, 2024 • 32 mins
    Lyndal Sterenberg, founder of Es Una, talks about her journey in creating a swimwear brand that focuses on body confidence and comfort. Lyndal emphasises the importance of finding swimwear that takes away the anxiety many women feel about their bodies and allows them to enjoy summer activities without self-consciousness. She also discusses the impact of social media on body image and the need for women to embrace their bodies and s...
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    Life After Menopause: The Importance of Trusting Your Intuition and Recognising Toxic Relationships

    January 9, 2024 • 14 mins
    In this episode, Karen reflects on her personal experiences over the past year and discusses the importance of trusting one's gut instinct and recognising toxic relationships. She shares her journey of post-menopause and how it has brought clarity and a sense of liberation.  She also delves into her recent business experiences, highlighting the importance of trusting her instincts and recognising toxic relationships.    Key Takeawa...
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    The most dramatic year of my life: Turning 60, Separation, Moving House

    January 2, 2024 • 42 mins
    In this episode, Karen O'Connor reflects on her podcast journey and shares updates on her life over the past year. She discusses the vulnerability and challenges of sharing personal thoughts and experiences. Karen explores the concept of finding purpose in life and the pressure society places on individuals to have a singular purpose. She also delves into her decision to take a break from her long-term marriage to rediscover hersel...
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    The Best of 2023: Menopause, Toxic Relationships, Essential Oils and more!

    December 26, 2023 • 36 mins
    Karen O'Connor reflects on the most popular episodes of her podcast from the past year. She highlights snippets from interviews with various guests, covering topics such as aromatherapy for menopause symptoms, managing hormones in menopause, toxic relationships, essential oils, and the importance of self-awareness, setting boundaries, and finding ways to cope with trauma and stress. Key Takeaways:
    • How aromatherapy can be helpf...
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    The Shocking Truth Behind Your Menopausal Weight Gain with Sylvia North

    December 19, 2023 • 41 mins
    In this episode, Sylvia North discusses the impact of insulin resistance on women's health during perimenopause and menopause. If you have gained weight and are having difficulty losing weight, you may have a resistance to insulin. As we get older we lose a lot of estrogen which can lead to this resistance, and increases the risk of heart problems, bone density issues, and diabetes. Sylvia shares how best to manage blood sugar leve...
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    Navigating Relationships with Ex-In-Laws During Christmas with Nancy Diaz

    December 12, 2023 • 47 mins
    In this episode Nancy Diaz, shares her journey of moving to Australia and finding her calling in working with this specific population. Nancy emphasizes the importance of self-care and the challenges faced by women in balancing cultural expectations and their own desires. She also discusses the impact of separation on migrant families and offers advice on how to navigate relationships with ex-in-laws during special occasions. Nancy...
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    Navigating the Holidays After Divorce: Tips for Dealing with Your Ex’s Family with Laura Petrie

    December 5, 2023 • 39 mins
    In this episode Laura Petrie talks about how to navigate relationships with ex-in-laws after a separation or divorce, particularly during the holiday season. Laura shares five tips for managing these situations, including setting up for success, putting the children first, setting boundaries, thinking long term, and taking care of oneself. She emphasises the importance of planning, self-awareness, and maintaining a positive mindset...
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    Why Diets Fail During Menopause with Rachel Freiman

    November 28, 2023 • 42 mins
    It's one of the dreaded symptoms of menopause: The Menopause Belly, the weight that can't be shifted no matter what you do. It's as though suddenly, everything that used to work, no longer works anymore, it actually makes things worse. Which leads to the question: what can we do? Not just to stay healthy but to lose that belly fat and begin to feel good about ourselves again? In the quest for better health and fitness, particular...
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    The Life Changing And Unknown Side Effect of Menopause with Mairi Thompson

    November 21, 2023 • 40 mins
    In this episode, Mairi Thomson talks about a little known side effect of peri-menopause and menopause: bone density loss.  There is a huge need for women to become aware of this condition and be proactive in managing their bone density before any loss becomes irreversible.  In this episode, Mairi Thompson shares her own experience of being diagnosed with osteopenia, a condition that can lead to osteoporosis, and how it prompted ...
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    The Ultimate Midlife Guide To Wokeness With Nina Thom, Author

    November 14, 2023 • 43 mins
    Are you "woke"? Are you against "woke" and what it stands for? Do you understand the term? Do you know what it's really talking about?

    In these days of fast-changing terminology, a common word can change its meaning and the implications of being labelled by that word in an instant. "Woke" is a classic example of that.

    Nina Thom, author of “Woke or Not: A Guide to...

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    Mastering Jet Lag: The Ultimate Guide to Beating Travel Exhaustion

    November 7, 2023 • 40 mins
    Did you know that Jet Lag can have a much wider impact beyond just being tired for a few days?  Most of us know that jet lag disrupts our body clock, leading to daytime sleepiness, brain fog, and mood changes, but how many of us have considered the wider impact that these disruptions can have on those around us? Dr Steven Jasper explains so many things about jet lag that you may not be aware of: preventing jet lag, recovering f...
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    Becoming Your Own Best Friend: Ten Steps to Liking Who You Are | Pip Mckay

    October 31, 2023 • 71 mins
    Many of us do things to "improve" ourselves, whether that's personal development courses, reading self-help books or listening to podcasts (thanks!), but how many of us do those things because we believe there's something wrong with us? The problem is the person we have to spend the most time with is ourselves, so let me ask you this: how much do you like yourself? Do you focus on what you've done wrong, on what you did or didn't...
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    How To Survive Medical Trauma with Shana Pereira

    October 24, 2023 • 47 mins
    When trauma of any kind descends on us, it can be very difficult to keep from sinking into depression, hopelessness and apathy but some people seem to manage it. How do you manage your emotions, take responsibility while being open to other people's ideas, and allow your loved ones to support you without taking onboard their upset and pain? Also, how do you make the best decisions for yourself and your life while you're in the mid...
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    The Unique Challenges Facing Women Of Colour During Menopause

    October 17, 2023 • 44 mins
    Menopause can be a very stressful time but imagine what it's like when that's compounded with a healthcare system that's biased against you.   Studies show that women of colour experience menopause at an earlier age and with much stronger symptoms than their caucasian counterparts.   Menopause can be daunting and challenging enough because it's still not openly discussed or understood by many women or healthcare professionals. Wh...
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    Speak Your Truth: The Path to Finding Your Voice with Emmanuela Grace

    October 10, 2023 • 38 mins
    Our voices naturally change over time through age, hormones and all the different life experiences that we have. But what happens when your voice changes to the point where you have difficulty being heard in conversation or you sound timid or uncertain? How do you overcome that? When singer and voice coach, Emmanuela Grace, started coaching other people on how to make the most of their voices, she soon realised that some people ne...
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