There’s a cloud of shame surrounding the conversation about libido, sexual health, and desire in midlife women, and today, we aim to discard the shame and shine a new light on how to reconnect with your sexual self. We begin with the importance of today’s discussion before learning why your libido shifts in perimenopause and menopause. Then, we unpack desire as an emotional and physical entity, responsive desires versus spontaneous desires, the factors affecting libido and desire, and how to address these factors in body, mind, and heart. To end, Dr. Jenna reiterates the importance of self-love and communication in healing your body image, and she shares vital advice for reclaiming your body, reclaiming your power, and rewriting your own story.

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why libido, desire, and sexual health are important topics to discuss for midlife women.
• Understanding why your libido shifts during menopause and perimenopause.
• How desire is both emotional and physical, and responsive versus spontaneous desires.
• The factors affecting desire and libido and how to address them in body, mind, and heart.
• Self-love, communication, and healing your body image.
• Revisiting the best practices for reconnecting with your sexual self.
• Journal prompts for self-reflection.

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Are you feeling stuck or unmotivated? It might be connected to your nervous system, your body’s internal operating system. In this episode, Dr. Jenna explores how the state of the nervous system affects both the body and mind, and what you can do to support a more balanced and regulated state. The conversation highlights why nervous system health is especially important for women in midlife and perimenopause, and how your own healing can spark lasting benefits for your overall well-being. Dr. Jenna discusses why it’s essential to respond to your body’s need for rest and how doing so can help you treat yourself with greater compassion. You’ll also hear about ways to move toward real healing and thriving, even in a culture that often rewards burnout. Plus, you’ll learn practical tools to create a sense of calm and safety in your body, no matter how busy your schedule is. If you’ve ever felt like your body is working against you, this episode offers insight, guidance, and hope.

Key Points From This Episode:

• The many experiences, symptoms and feelings that are rooted in the nervous system.
• What it feels like to have a regulated nervous system versus a dysregulated one.
• Signs and symptoms of nervous system dysregulation.
• The interconnected nature of health and why a holistic approach is essential.
• Why working with the nervous system is especially relevant to women in midlife.
• How healing the nervous system creates a ripple effect.
• Assessing opportunities for greater alignment in your life.
• What it might look like to heal the nervous system when it is dysregulated.
• Cultural norms of overworking in the US.
• Tools for building a sense of safety in the body.
• Why it’s so important to engage in daily regulation rituals.
• A reminder that perfection is not the aim.
• Dr. Jenna’s journal prompt: What would I do differently if I believed that my nervous system mattered as much as my goals?

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Many of us expect to feel inspired and energized all the time. But the truth is, that’s unrealistic, and we all go through periods of lows. If you’ve been feeling heavy, exhausted, or have been wondering, ‘what’s the point?’ then this episode is for you! Tuning in, you’ll hear Dr. Jenna talk about what inspired her to record this episode, the power and importance of listening to your body, why you need to be aware of what no longer feels like it aligns with you, how to recognise that your worth isn’t tied to your production, why discipline is the greatest form of self-love, and so much more! We delve into learning how to find your spark again before discussing why creativity slumps are opportunities. Finally, Dr. Jenna shares three grounded actions for anyone to do today to improve a slump. Thanks for listening in, and be sure to email your topic suggestions to hello@uplevelholistichealth.com!

Key Points From This Episode:

• What your body is trying to tell you when you feel uninspired.
• The importance of listening to your body and understanding its messages.
• Asking yourself what you’re focusing on that doesn’t feel aligned.
• Separating your worth from your productivity levels and the power of discipline.
• Why inspiration often comes after action and how to reignite your spark.
• Why creativity slumps are opportunities to reset.
• Three grounded actions you can do today.

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We can’t separate mindset from health. What we think ultimately becomes our reality. On today’s episode of the UPLEVEL: Real Health, Real Talk podcast, Dr. Jenna Blasi explores what it truly means to pursue whole-person health, encompassing mind, body, and soul (or spirit). She dives into why addressing root causes matters more than simply managing symptoms, why lasting health requires integrating all three components, and how understanding the mind, the control center, is key. You’ll also hear why “adaptability is life” and why it’s so important to intentionally choose your “hard.” It’s time to take control of your thoughts and emotions as you cultivate the healthiest version of yourself — mind, body, and spirit.

Key Points From This Episode:

• What listeners can expect from today’s episode with Dr. Jenna Blasi.
• A quick recap on last week’s episode of the Success Formula.
• The body, mind, and spirit medicine approach.
• Dr. Jenna explains the Waldorf approach to school and education.
• Getting to the root cause of an issue and not simply addressing symptoms.
• The role that changing your attitude plays within your chosen circumstances.
• Looking at health from 30,000 feet above.
• Why we can’t have the highest levels of health without addressing all the components: understanding the control center.
• Our adaptability is life: being able to think critically about the information around us.
• Choosing your hard: where are you funneling your energy?
• Dr. Jenna unpacks how to look at your health and discern which aspect (mind, body, or spirit) is calling out for help.

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Are you looking for a practical, real-world tool to help you create lasting, soul-aligned success? Then don’t miss this episode of the UPLEVEL: Real Health, Real Talk podcast with Dr. Jenna Blasi. We explore the Success Formula, a powerful and versatile tool you can apply to every area of your life, from relationships and business to finances, health, and more. This episode brings the focus back to mindset and offers a clear formula for creating meaningful success in any area of life. Join Dr. Jenna as she unpacks the true definition of success by exploring the process of becoming. She then dives into the four pillars of success: vision, belief, resilience, and alignment with authenticity. We discuss the importance of establishing disciplines that help maintain integrity, the difference between fixed and growth mindsets, how alignment can lead to either flow or burnout, and why playing the long game is essential. Tune in now to learn how to activate the Success Formula in your own life, and why you don’t need to “wait until you’re ready” to begin. So! Gather your community and let’s rise up together!

Key Points From This Episode:

• What listeners can expect from today’s fireside chat episode on the Success Formula.
• Dr. Jenna delves into the depths of the real definition of success.
• We look at the four pillars of success: vision, belief, resilience, alignment and authenticity.
• The difference between resilience and persistence.
• She shares the importance of establishing disciplines that help us stay in integrity.
• The fixed versus the growth mindset: Dr. Jenna shares practical examples.
• What happens when you are in alignment, and when you’re not: flow and burnout.
• Why playing the long game is key.
• How to apply the Success Formula.
• Why you don’t have to wait until you “feel ready” to get going!
• Prompts to activate the Success Formula in your life.

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If you feel permanently exhausted, struggle to lose weight, your hair is thinning, or your mood is all over the place, you are not alone, and it might be your thyroid! During this episode, we discuss all things related to thyroid health: signs, testing, why so many women are misdiagnosed or undiagnosed, and what you can do to take back control. Our conversation centers around the impact of hypothyroidism on women, touching on why they often do not receive the appropriate diagnosis. We also discuss the impact of autoimmune diseases, unpack some of the symptoms of hypothyroidism, and explore the limitations of standard thyroid testing. It’s all about starting to feel good in your body, with enough energy, a clear brain, and a healthy weight, where you are feeling good in your clothes. Remember, you’ve got this! Thanks for listening.

Key Points From This Episode:

• The topic of this episode: thyroid health.
• What your thyroid is, where it is located, and how it affects the body.
• Why women are still less likely to receive the appropriate diagnosis.
• The most common cause of hypothyroidism in the US: Hashimoto’s disease.
• Symptoms of hypothyroidism.
• Limitations of standard thyroid testing and what a full panel can offer.
• Learning to find the foods that are best for our bodies in an anti-inflammatory way.
• Conflicting perceptions and research.
• Addressing factors that may influence thyroid function before taking medication.
• How subclinical hypothyroidism is treated.
• The importance of trusting yourself and working closely with a qualified practitioner.
• What the result of treating the thyroid is: restoring your health and your joy to make the world a better place.

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It is time to demystify the topic of hormone therapy! In this episode of UPLEVEL, Dr. Jenna is discussing all things menopausal hormone therapy. Tuning in, you’ll hear all about what hormone therapy (HT) actually is, how it differs from birth control, the kinds of tests you should take before starting HT, how thyroid issues can be misdiagnosed as early menopause, and the importance of timing when it comes to HT. We delve into the benefits of HT for reducing the risk of diabetes before discussing why your family history is not a contraindication for HT. Dr. Jenna even debunks some of the fears and risks surrounding HT. Finally, Dr. Jenna reminds listeners that while hormone therapy can be a game-changer, it is not a magic cure that can replace a good diet, exercise, and other healthy lifestyle habits. It’s time to reject the idea that you are supposed to suffer through menopause, take your power back, and turn this time around so that you can continue to thrive! Thanks for tuning in!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Today’s goal: cut through the noise of menopausal hormone therapy.
• A definition of menopause and when to expect it.
• What hormone therapy (HT) actually is and how it differs from birth control.
• The labs and evaluations that are recommended pre-HT.
• The importance of testing thyroid function and why timing matters for HT.
• How hormone therapy can protect women from diabetes.
• Why family history is not a contraindication for HT.
• Discussing (and debunking) fears surrounding HT: cancer and clotting.
• The power of vaginal estrogen and testosterone therapy.
• Debunking some myths of menopausal hormone therapy.
• Dr. Jenna reminds listeners that HT is just one tool (among diet, exercise, etc.)

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Cardiovascular disease kills one in three women and yet it is still largely underdiagnosed and undertreated! These are not great statistics, but we can control it. That’s why today on UPLEVEL, we are discussing cardiovascular health for women of all ages. In this conversation, you’ll hear why heart disease is missed in so many women, some factors that increase the risk of heart disease, how to support heart health, and so much more! Dr. Jenna touches on the short-term and long-term effects of extreme diets (such as keto) before delving into the detriments of poor sleep and stress on cardiovascular health. We even discuss the tests you should do to assess your heart health, how to evaluate the reliability of studies, and heart therapy for cardiovascular health. Finally, Dr. Jenna shares three actionable steps you can take to empower your heart health today. Thanks for tuning in and for prioritizing the health of your heart!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why Dr. Jenna has decided to talk about cardiovascular health today.
• Why so many women with heart disease are misdiagnosed or underdiagnosed.
• Some factors that could increase the risk of heart disease in women.
• The importance of strength training and cardio to support heart health.
• How calorie restriction (when appropriate) can support heart health.
• The power of the Mediterranean diet and how it reduces the risk of heart disease.
• Dr. Jenna shares her opinion on more extreme kinds of diets.
• How poor sleep and stress can affect your cardiovascular health.
• The kinds of tests to prioritize when assessing the health of your heart.
• Dr. Jenna discusses the nuances of hormone therapy and heart disease.
• Some core strategies to improve your cardiovascular health.
• Three strategies you can use to can empower your heart health today.

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