My thoughts on how post-traumatic work trauma and bitterness can affect one’s future job prospects, what’s really behind the “quiet-quitting “ saga, social media’s role in current employee behaviors, and some common-sense tips on how to navigate the current work climate.
Catching up with podcast audience
A short run down on where I am in my journey so far. Will be talking about symptoms, treatments and mental health
This year, let’s do what’s necessary to heal from hurts, pain, anger, bitterness, disappointments and all trauma so that we can be free to properly love the people in our lives.
A Thanksgiving Testimony; Soup Karen has been charged with assault; The ICU nurse that was incorrectly identified as the Soup Karen speaks out; A personal perspective on the DaniLeigh and DaBaby situation
2 “Karens” caught out of pocket this week, and my feelings on women of a certain age acting inappropriately in 2021
Perimenopausal Acne; 10 Must-Haves for Perimenopausal/Menopausal Women; Link to vehicles with ventilated seats: https://www.cars.com/amp/articles/which-cars-have-cooled-seats-438946/
We’re almost there!; Is The Era of the Karen almost over?!?; Premenopausal osteoporosis; Next topic for the week
Panic Disorder and Perimenopause; Gisele Bündchen and her battle with panic attacks; next week’s topic
Perimenopausal Depression article from Healthline.com; Next Week’s Topic
Heart Palpitations in Menopause; Donnelly announces establishment of Ireland’s first center for Menopause; Next Week’s Topic
A little irritable due to lack of sleep; excitement about my iPhone 13 pre-order; being mindful of the times that we’re living in; Allergies and Menopause/Perimenopause; Next Week’s Topic
I talk about steps I took to curb what could have been a potential “Karen” episode for me.
Part 2 focuses more on the importance of self-awareness and the need to be hyper vigilant about out mental, emotional and spiritual health.
Part 1 deals with the effects of perimenopausal and menopausal Irritability in families, relationships and the workplace
Perimenopause, menopause and dry, itchy skin; Sonya and Dell Curry divorcing after 33 years of marriage ☹️; Do what’s best for YOU and YOUR family!
“Menopause and Urinary Incontinence” Source: Healthline.org; last medically reviewed on March 14, 2016.
2 more menopausal symptoms? 😳; I NEED my favorite breakfast shakes! ☹️; Dry and itchy skin; Muscle tension; Next week’s podcast topic
Update on Mirena Coil; Memory Lapses; Brittle Nails
Menopausal hair loss; 46 year-old Oksana Chusovitina participated in her eighth and final Olympics as a gymnast; Bob Odenkirk, 58, passed out on a set in New Mexico due to a “heart-related” incident
Leslie Jones is TIRED!; Menopausal Fatigue; The importance of sexuality in menopausal women
Difficulties in concentration; Dizziness; Menopause Myths Debunked; Sources; Next Week’s Topics
Tingling sensation in the extremities; sleeping difficulties; Ageism in the workplace and its effect on the economy; Today’s disturbing trend among younger people (and those of a certain age) towards marriage and committed relationships; Sources; Next Week’s Symptom(s)
Anxiety; A personal account of my struggle with it; Two accounts of middle-aged women losing their cool out in the community; My thoughts on Jada Pinkett Smith and her increasingly inappropriate behavior towards husband Will Smith
Personal update; Menopause In The Workplace (@Quicktake from Twitter), Problems With Gums, Digestive Issues, Social Media Recommendation for the Week, Sources, Next Wednesday’s Topic
Electric shocks and burning mouth syndrome are normal menopausal symptoms. Mariah Carey makes a career change. Did she or did she not burn bridges in the process? And an update on my love/hate relationship with Mirena
Headaches, joint pain and pain in general 😖
I’m discussing how the hormonal changes of perimenopause and menopause can negatively impact sexual intimacy with our partners; how acknowledging the issue doesn’t absolve our obligation to meet the sexual needs of our spouses; and I also discuss ways we can enlist the assistance of our spouses to help us help them in meeting their […]
Sore breasts, perimenopausal weight gain, Social Media Recommendation For The Week
Bloating, Rant (April Jobs Report, response from government and social media, and my feelings on it), Social Media Recommendation for the week
The dissolution of a marriage due to menopause from a man’s point of view; discussing Bill and Melinda Gates’ divorce; Social Media Recommendation for the Week
Today we’re discussing how Perimenopausal Rage and Menopausal Anger can negatively impact relationships, and how we can work to turn those situations around for the better.
Hormonal imbalances really can cause uncontrollable anger and fits of rage in the perminopausal/menopausal woman. But we don’t have to let it ruin our lives. Part 1 discusses the causes, symptoms and treatment for perimenopausal rage and menopausal anger.
Night Sweats; Social Media Recommendation For The Week; DMX (RIP)
Vaginal Dryness; Sarah Palin – but not in the way YOU think!; Paul Pierce; Social Media Recommendation For The Week
Definition. Causes, Treatments, Social Media Recommendation For The Week. Sources: Mpoweredwomen.net and MayoClinic.Org
Defining Perimenopausal Bleeding and Bleeding after Menopause, Discussing Treatment Options, Personal Care and sharing my Social Media Recommendation for The Week
Topics: Black Women’s Health Problems During Menopause – Article; The 34 Symptoms Of Menopause; Entertainment Topic of Conversation: Stacy Dash At The Crossroads
Introduction, Disclaimers, Reason for Podcast, Content and Tone, Appreciation for all new listeners!!!
This week on unPaused, Dr. Mary Claire Haver sits down with Cindy Eckert, founder and CEO of Sprout Pharmaceuticals and creator of Addyi, the first FDA approved treatment for low libido in women. Cindy is a pharmaceutical entrepreneur who began her career at Merck before founding her first company in 2007, focusing on undermarketed FDA […]
If you think of cardiovascular blood flow as just a background bodily process, this episode will completely change your perspective. Dr. Fiona Lovely welcomes back the brilliant Cathy Eason, MS, BCHN, for a masterclass on one of the body’s most critical signaling molecules. With her deep expertise in human nutrition, physiology, and translating complex biology […]
There’s a lot of noise right now about calming your nervous system and staying regulated — and for many of us, that creates more pressure than peace. In this solo episode, I gently unpack what nervous system regulation actually means, why staying calm isn’t the goal, and how midlife and perimenopause can shift the way […]
In this episode, Dr Louise Newson is joined by Professor Mary Ryan, Consultant Endocrinologist, Adjunct Associate Professor at Trinity College Dublin and author of It’s Probably Your Hormones. Together, they explore why hormones are far more than just “reproductive messengers”, and how they influence almost every system in the body, including the brain, immune system, metabolism, bones and cardiovascular health. The conversation […]
Tamsen Fadal sits down and teaches you what she’s learned about dating, from running a matchmaking business in New York City, to dating through her 20s and 30s, to divorce, and starting over in midlife. In this episode, she walks you through the 4 biggest dating mistakes women make. The ones that keep smart, self-aware […]
If you’re scared to start peptides because you don’t want to be on them forever, listen in. In today’s conversation, I’m answering one of the most common and quietly loaded questions women ask me about peptide therapy: Do I have to stay on this forever? We’re unpacking where that fear really comes from, why it […]
Some days, you don’t just feel off. You feel like you’re losing your control of everything. The routine is gone. The house is a mess. Motivation is shot. And suddenly one bad day turns into a week of feeling behind. This episode is the reset you need. Today Mel is sharing 5 simple, science-backed ways […]
You’re a bimbo. A nag. Too mumsy. Too bossy. Ever had any of those labels put on you? Far from harmless words, Ashley James is clear they all work to shrink women and girls. In this chat with Fearne, Ashley recalls her first experiences of street harassment, and the way she victim blamed herself. They […]
It’s one of the most confusing nutrition debates – should you be eating more salt or less? The answer might surprise you, because it depends on your lifestyle. If you’re cooking from scratch or you’re very active the advice is very different than if ultra-processed foods are part of your diet. Liz explains why salt […]
The internet is full of menopause advice. But how much of it can you actually trust? In this solo episode, Dr Naomi Potter explores the growing world of menopause misinformation online – from social media 'experts' to AI-generated health advice and even deepfakes. She explains why menopause care is never one-size-fits-all, and why personalised medical […]
Dr Partha Nandi is a gastroenterologist who wants you to know that the key to preventing stroke, Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s might not lie in the brain at all – it lies in the gut. He shares how inflammation in your gut today could be affecting your brain decades from now. And he reveals the five simple pillars […]
Your body is responding to how hard you’ve been pushing. Elizabeth explains the concept of hormonal and metabolic “debt,” why sex hormones are often the first system to be underfunded, and how productivity culture trains women to ignore early warning signs. Episode Timeline: 01:15 – Elizabeth’s Burnout Story 03:00 – Chronic Stress Builds Slowly 05:20 […]
Your body is responding to how hard you’ve been pushing. Elizabeth explains the concept of hormonal and metabolic “debt,” why sex hormones are often the first system to be underfunded, and how productivity culture trains women to ignore early warning signs. Episode Timeline: 01:15 – Elizabeth’s Burnout Story 03:00 – Chronic Stress Builds Slowly 05:20 […]
Ever stood in front of the fridge thinking, “What am I actually supposed to eat to get healthy?” Today you are getting your answer. This episode gives you a simple way to decide what to eat to stay healthy without complicated math, crazy recipes, or “bro science”. In this episode, Mel sits down with Dr. […]
Ever stood in front of the fridge thinking, “What am I actually supposed to eat to get healthy?” Today you are getting your answer. This episode gives you a simple way to decide what to eat to stay healthy without complicated math, crazy recipes, or “bro science”. In this episode, Mel sits down with Dr. […]
You might have recently seen Hamnet at the cinema, but did you read the book along with the Happy Place Book Club in January? In this chat, Fearne and author Maggie O’Farrell talk about how Jessie Buckley’s award-winning performance brought Agnes to life in the film, why it’s vital to remember women’s place in history, […]
On this week's Thursday's Thoughts, Lucy and I talk about what it really means to shift out of the background and into the lead role of your own life. We chat about how easy it is, especially for women, to unconsciously slip into a supporting role, putting everyone else’s needs first, waiting for the “right […]
Severe period pain? Vomiting? Fainting? It’s not just “one of those things.” These can be symptoms of endometriosis – a condition far more complex than many realise, and which often goes undiagnosed and unsupported, affecting 1 in 10 women. In this episode, I’m joined by Professor Janice Rymer, consultant gynaecologist, and endometriosis nurse specialist Claudia […]
At some point in life, almost all of us hit a moment where we quietly ask ourselves, “Now what?” It might come after a big transition. Or when the path you worked so hard to build suddenly doesn’t feel like it fits anymore. Or when you’re doing “all the right things,” yet something still feels […]
Powerful women over 50 are finally taking center stage on TV. This week, we’re thrilled to welcome Emmy Award winning actress, producer, and director Carrie Preston for an inspiring conversation about her career, creativity, and personal journey. As the lead of the hit series Elsbeth, Carrie is redefining what it means to see strong, dynamic women […]
PMDD is geen zware PMS, maar een ernstige hormonale stemmingsstoornis. In deze aflevering spreekt Suzanne Rethans met ervaringsdeskundige Alice Groen en wetenschappelijk onderzoeker Astrid Kamperman (Erasmus MC) over wat PMDD écht is, waarom het vaak pas na jaren wordt herkend, en hoe hormonen, brein en psyche elkaar kunnen ontregelen. Een indringend gesprek over onzichtbaar lijden, […]
Always running low on energy? Herbal polypharmacist Schia Mitchell Sinclair says it might be time to kick the caffeine habit, and explore adaptogens instead. This episode is brought to you by The Herbtender. If after hearing this conversation you want to try their supplements and herbal teas for yourself, you can use code LIZLOVES for 20% […]
What I’m going to talk about: – Menopause and perimenopause – The body/mind and spiritual changes that come with that – Relief suggestions (these are ONLY suggestions, not cures or remedies. Check with a doctor to see what’s best for you) – The effects of living life in today’s society as a middle-aged woman – […]
