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  • Menopause Shouldn’t Be a Mystery with Theresa Lovelin S3E119

    Menopause Shouldn’t Be a Mystery with Theresa Lovelin S3E119
    May 22 2025
    In this empowering episode of Transforming 45, Lisa is joined by Theresa, a passionate advocate for menopause awareness and support. Together, they dive deep into the personal and systemic challenges women face during menopause and perimenopause—from misdiagnoses and misinformation to the widespread lack of medical training on this life stage. Theresa shares her powerful story of navigating confusing symptoms, feeling dismissed, and ultimately discovering her voice as an advocate. The conversation explores how women can reclaim agency through education, lifestyle strategies, and emerging tools like tech-based support systems. You’ll hear honest reflections, practical tips, and bold calls for change in how we approach menopause in healthcare, workplaces, and everyday life. 🎙 Topics Covered: The gaps in menopause education—for women and doctors Theresa’s personal journey from frustration to advocacy Why you don’t need to wait until you’re suffering to get help The power of understanding your symptoms and speaking up Lifestyle strategies that make a real difference How technology is offering new hope and solutions Why community and shared experience matter more than ever Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Menopause Advocacy 09:11 Personal Journey Through Menopause 17:12 Understanding Symptoms and Seeking Help 25:03 Navigating Healthcare and Treatment Options 31:20 Lifestyle Factors and Their Impact 39:11 Innovative Solutions for Menopause Support ✨ If you’re in perimenopause, menopause—or love someone who is—this conversation is a must-listen. Let’s Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! How to Connect with Theresa: Website Magnolia App Waitlist LinkedIn Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Find Your Voice. Change Your Life. with Noemi Beres S3E119

    Find Your Voice. Change Your Life. with Noemi Beres S3E119
    May 15 2025
    In this dynamic episode of Transforming 45, Lisa sits down with Noemi Beres—co-owner of a global podcast booking agency and a champion for female voices in media. From her teenage move from Hungary to Denmark to launching her own business, Noemi’s journey is one of courage, transformation, and deep self-discovery. Lisa and Noemi explore how podcasting has become a powerful tool for healing, storytelling, and building global communities—especially for women navigating midlife. They dive into how cultural shifts shape identity, the emotional aftermath of loss, and the evolution of podcasting during the pandemic. With humor and heart, they reflect on the energetic difference between live and digital interviews, the rise of women-centered conversations, and why everyone’s story matters. 🎧 Key Takeaways: Cultural transitions can deeply impact confidence and self-image Entrepreneurship in midlife takes courage and adaptability Podcasting is both a marketing tool and a space for healing Sharing stories helps us feel less alone in our experiences Female empowerment and wellness are leading podcast trends Authenticity and truth-telling are core responsibilities for hosts Community and connection are vital during midlife transitions Everyone’s story has the power to inspire, connect, and transform Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Noemi Beres and Her Journey 05:55 The Transition Back to Hungary and Its Challenges 12:08 Coping with Loss and Finding Self-Love 19:00 Current Trends in Podcasting 25:31 The Therapeutic Nature of Podcasting 32:11 Finding Your Tribe: The Importance of Community 40:50 The Meaning of Sharing: Transformative Experiences in Podcasting 📌 Why You Should Listen: If you’re navigating midlife, thinking about starting a podcast, or craving connection through authentic stories—you’ll love this episode. Noemi reminds us that our voices matter and that storytelling is not just self-expression—it’s legacy. Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with Noemi: Website Artist Website LinkedIn Instagram Let’s Stay Connected: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • This Is 48: Messy, Mysterious, and Still Becoming S3EE118

    This Is 48: Messy, Mysterious, and Still Becoming S3EE118
    May 8 2025
    In this deeply personal solo episode of Transforming 45, host Lisa Boate invites you into a raw and reflective conversation marking her 48th birthday and the 2.5-year anniversary of the podcast. Revisiting the first episode, My Story So Far, Lisa shares the evolution of her journey—through grief, growth, healing, and rediscovering her spark She opens up about the emotional numbness she experienced during life-shifting moments like losing her father, navigating changing relationships, and facing midlife transitions. Lisa explores how grief, uncertainty, and transformation have shaped her identity and how the podcast has been both a creative outlet and a powerful source of healing. Whether you're in the midst of your own midlife transformation or seeking a sense of connection and clarity, this episode offers insight, vulnerability, and hope. It’s a reminder that life is messy, healing isn’t linear, and community is everything. ✨ Key Takeaways: Numbness was once a coping mechanism—but no longer. The podcast has become a grounding force and a gift. Life is not about arriving—it’s about continually evolving. The universe often whispers (or shouts!) what we need to hear. Grief reshapes us—and processing it is necessary for healing. Changing relationships are part of transformation. Messiness is part of midlife—and we need to honor it. We’re not meant to do this alone—connection is key. Chapters 00:00 Reflections on Turning 48 09:06 The Journey of Numbness and Healing 18:10 Decisions and the Universe's Guidance 25:07 Navigating Relationships and Grief 31:42 Embracing Change and New Beginnings 43:28 The Ongoing Journey of Transformation 📩 New here? Subscribe to get new episodes of Transforming 45 every Thursday! 🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform and let Lisa's reflection spark your own. Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Let’s Stay Connected:Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Radical Health Starts in the Gut—Here’s How with Amanda Hinman S3E118

    Radical Health Starts in the Gut—Here’s How with Amanda Hinman S3E118
    May 1 2025
    In this episode of Transforming 45, Lisa is joined by Amanda Hinman—functional medicine health coach, bestselling author, and fierce advocate for women’s health. Amanda opens up about her own journey through autoimmune illness and how it led her to redefine healing from the inside out. Together, they explore the deep links between hormone health, gut function, thyroid balance, and emotional well-being, especially during the transformational years of perimenopause and midlife. From the power of the microbiome to the importance of quiet space and mindfulness, this episode is a must-listen for any woman ready to take back control of her health—holistically. Takeaways: 🌀 Amanda’s autoimmune journey sparked her passion for functional medicine 🌿 Hormones and gut health are intimately connected 🧠 Your microbiome affects both mood and metabolism 💬 Understanding root causes is key to sustainable health 🧘‍♀️ Creating stillness and space can be a healing practice 🥗 Mindful eating enhances digestion and wellness 💡 Small, consistent changes = big impact over time 💞 You don’t have to do it alone—community matters Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Amanda Hinman and Her Journey 07:01 The Importance of Personal Experience in Health Advocacy 11:20 Understanding Root Causes of Health Issues 19:41 The Impact of Hormonal Changes on Gut Health 30:15 The Connection Between Microbiome and Nervous System 36:06 Finding Peace in a Chaotic World 43:54 Practical Strategies for Health Improvement Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with Amanda: Free Thyroid & Hormone Assessment Website Instagram Let’s Stay Connected: Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Women and Grief: Creating Space for Healing with Lori Johnson S3E115

    Women and Grief: Creating Space for Healing with Lori Johnson S3E115
    Apr 24 2025
    In this deeply moving episode of Transforming 45, host Lisa sits down with educator, author, and grief advocate Lori Johnson to explore the transformative journey through grief, healing, and rediscovery. Lori vulnerably shares the story of losing her son, Robert, and how that life-altering experience shifted her from a mindset of doing to one of being. Together, they discuss the importance of honoring loss, finding flow in life, and embracing the full spectrum of emotion that comes with grief—especially during midlife. Lori also introduces the Daisy App, a 24/7 resource hub created to support grieving women with empathy and immediacy. From the healing power of writing to the necessity of community and connection, this conversation is a poignant reminder that grief is not linear—and joy can return. 🎧 Takeaways: Being present is more healing than constant doing Grief is a personal, nonlinear journey that shapes identity Writing can unlock deep healing and reflection Supportive spaces are essential for grieving women Flow and presence help us reconnect to ourselves The Daisy App offers real-time support and resources Grief can resurface during life transitions like midlife Women’s experiences of grief are layered and often silent Community and conversation reduce stigma and isolation It’s never too late to heal, honor, and grow Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Lori Johnson's Journey 01:00 The Shift from Doing to Being 04:45 Understanding Flow and Its Importance 07:39 Life Events Leading to Transformation 08:42 The Profound Impact of Grief 12:05 Writing as a Healing Process 15:35 Acknowledging Loss and Its Impact 18:42 Honoring Robert: A Mother's Reflection 22:50 The Journey Through Grief and Finding Joy 27:54 The Transformation of Grief 30:13 Creating Supportive Spaces for Grieving Women 32:37 The Daisy App: A New Approach to Grief 33:27 Grief at Different Life Stages 36:28 The Intersection of Grief and Midlife Changes 39:41 The Complexity of Women's Experiences 41:55 Breaking the Silence: Women's Stories of Grief 47:52 Building Community and Connection ✨ Whether you're navigating loss yourself or holding space for someone who is, this episode offers comfort, clarity, and hope. Let’s Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! Connect with Lori: Website YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • From Autopilot to Awake: Using the Enneagram for Real Connection with Todd Payne S3E114

    From Autopilot to Awake: Using the Enneagram for Real Connection with Todd Payne S3E114
    Apr 17 2025
    In this episode of Transforming 45, Lisa sits down with relationship coach and Enneagram expert Todd Payne for a deeply insightful conversation on midlife transformation, emotional intelligence, and the power of understanding ourselves and others through the Enneagram. Todd shares his unconventional path from ministry to coaching and how life’s disruptions can reveal unexpected gifts. Together, Lisa and Todd explore how receptivity, vulnerability, and self-awareness can transform not only our inner worlds but also our most important relationships. This episode dives into: The nine Enneagram types, their core motivations, and emotional responses Why emotional intelligence matters now more than ever Practical tools for reconnecting with your partner in midlife How understanding your Enneagram type can help you avoid autopilot living The link between sensory experiences and embodiment Why revisiting the reasons we fell in love can rekindle connection  Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Midlife Transformation and the Enneagram 04:56 Todd's Journey: From Ministry to Coaching 10:53 Navigating Life's Upheavals and Embracing Change 15:15 Understanding the Enneagram: A Framework for Self-Discovery 20:11 Exploring the Nine Enneagram Types 26:07 Understanding the Enneagram Types: Sevens and Sixes 27:32 Exploring the Body Center: Eights, Nines, and Ones 29:29 Emotional Intelligence and the Enneagram 31:28 Personal Growth Through Self-Awareness 32:15 The Four Pillars of Emotional Intelligence 35:08 Navigating Relationships with the Enneagram 41:58 Reconnecting with Partners: Tools for Lasting Relationships Whether you're brand new to the Enneagram or knee-deep in self-discovery, this episode will inspire you to approach midlife with curiosity, compassion, and clarity. 🎧 Tune in now and rediscover the power of being seen, heard, and understood—by yourself and the people you love. Let’s Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! How to Connect with Todd: Instagram Website Facebook Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Midlife Adaptability Magic with Dr. Rebecca Sutherns S3E113

    Midlife Adaptability Magic with Dr. Rebecca Sutherns S3E113
    Apr 10 2025
    In this episode of Transforming 45, Lisa welcomes strategic facilitator and changemaker Dr. Rebecca Sutherns for a powerful conversation about embracing change, cultivating adaptability, and navigating the shifting terrain of midlife transitions—including menopause. Dr. Sutherns shares wisdom on how to meet life’s inevitable changes with clarity and confidence. From the boardroom to the kitchen table, she explores how anchor points, elasticity, and collective responsibility help women lead themselves and others through seasons of transformation. The discussion also dives into how workplaces must evolve to support women, especially during menopause, and why adaptability is no longer optional—it’s essential. Whether you're leading a team or leading your own life through big changes, this episode offers practical tools and fresh insight into how we grow through what we go through. Key Takeaways: Change is not a disruption—it’s the new normal. Adaptability is a skill that can be learned, practiced, and strengthened. Clarity about your current self is key to moving forward. Menopause in the workplace deserves real talk and real policies. Collective responsibility leads to stronger, more adaptable teams. Anchor points (people, routines, or values) help steady us during change. Elasticity is a powerful metaphor for managing life’s demands. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Transformation and Change 05:55 Embracing Change: A New Perspective 12:19 Navigating Transitions: The Importance of Adaptability 18:03 Menopause and the Workplace: Challenges and Solutions 24:54 Collective Responsibility: Shaping Workplace Culture 31:08 Elasticity in Life: Balancing Change and Stability Let’s Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! How to Connect with Rebecca: LinkedIn Email Website Podcast Resources 🎧 Listen now on your favorite platform and don’t forget to subscribe, rate, and share with someone navigating change too. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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  • Designing a Life You Love with Tiffany Pratt 🎨✨S3E112

    Designing a Life You Love with Tiffany Pratt 🎨✨S3E112
    Apr 3 2025
    In this vibrant episode of Transforming 45, Lisa sits down with the incredible Tiffany Pratt—designer, creative force, and queen of joyful transformation. Together, they dive into the power of color, creativity, and reconnecting with your inner child to shape a life and space that truly reflects who you are. Midlife is a time of evolution, and just like us, our homes and surroundings should shift and grow. Tiffany shares how design can be a tool for healing, why embracing impermanence is essential, and how playfulness and color can spark joy in everyday life. 🌟 What You’ll Learn in This Episode:🎨 How color impacts emotions and personal transformation 🏡 Why our spaces should evolve alongside us 🌀 The magic of impermanence and creativity in midlife 💡 How to infuse joy and playfulness into your environment 💖 Why embracing small moments of beauty leads to big changes If you’re feeling stuck, uninspired, or just ready to reimagine your life and surroundings, this episode is for you. Tune in now and get ready to color your world with possibility! Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Transformation 01:06 Rediscovering the Inner Child 04:57 The Power of Color in Design 07:45 Creating Spaces that Reflect Change 14:49 The Process of Evolving Spaces 17:15 Embracing Impermanence in Design 22:01 The Reciprocal Relationship with Our Spaces 25:09 Navigating Midlife Transitions 30:26 Finding Joy in Everyday Moments 39:14 The Importance of Playfulness in Design 42:33 Closing Thoughts on Community and Connection 🎧 Listen now on your favorite podcast platform! #Transforming45 #MidlifeMagic #TiffanyPratt #CreativeLiving #HomeDesign #JoyfulSpaces Let’s Stay Connected: Website⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Instagram⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Facebook Group⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Got questions or feedback? Drop us a message at lisa@liberatedmenopause.ca Download my Free Guide - How To Reignite Your Purpose Without Feeling Overwhelmed or Guilty! How to Connect with Tiffany: Website Instagram Quietly Colourful on YouTube Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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