Her Best Chapter

Demystifying Perimenopause with Karen Cerezo

In this episode of Her Best Chapter, Michelle Savage sits down with Karen Cerezo – board-certified health coach, personal trainer, menopause expert and founder of Lifestyle Fitness – to highlight the often overlooked realities of women's midlife transitions. With over a decade of experience helping women in midlife navigate perimenopause and beyond, Karen blends science-backed education with real-life practicality to help women reclaim strength in their bodies, their choices, and their confidence. Karen specializes in menopause education, hormone health, strength training after 45, and the hidden cost of ignoring midlife health in the workplace. She is the author of Navigating Menopause: A Comprehensive Wellness Tracking Journal and a sought-after speaker who makes complex hormone conversations clear, relatable, and actionable. Karen's mission is to help women stop playing small and start leading boldly through midlife and beyond. Key topics: * The societal and workplace pressures women face during hormonal transitions * Differences between perimenopause, menopause, and post-menopause and the importance of understanding these stages * The vital role of self-advocacy and tracking symptoms for better healthcare * How lifestyle factors such as sleep, diet, stress, and exercise impact menopausal symptoms * The significance of revaluing women's wisdom, experience, and contributions in society and the workplace * Resources for women including books, tools, and community support networks * How to reframe societal views on menopause and unlock a new era of women's empowerment and wisdom Get Connected with Karen Cerezo Karen's Linktree [https://linktr.ee/karencerezo] Karen's Instagram [http://www.instagram.com/midlife_health_coach] Order Karen's book on Amazon [https://www.amazon.com/Navigating-Menopause-Comprehensive-Perimenopause-Menopause/dp/B0DH2PWF67] Get Connected Free Mini-Masterclass [https://sulitpress.com] — everything you need to go from blank page to published book. Work with Sulit Press | Apply for the Multi-Author Book Program [https://sulitpress.com] Connect with Michelle Savage on IG: @michellesavagewriter Disclaimer This show is independently produced by Sulit Press. The views shared belong to the hosts and guests. Questions? Email hello@sulitpress.com

Solosode: Reconsidering Midlife

On this "solosode" of Her Best Chapter, Michelle Savage explores the transformative phase of midlife women. Michelle highlights how women in midlife are redefining their roles, leveraging their wisdom and experience for the ultimate impact, and empowering others through storytelling, all while celebrating their agency and activism. Key Takeaways: * The process of redefining "the middle" as the best part of life * How midlife women are changing the world and possibly saving it * Strategies for women to leverage their wisdom and life experience for a greater impact * Resources on women's health, specifically perimenopause, and embracing physical changes * How writing and sharing one's story can inspire others and reinforce self-worth at any stage of life Connect with Michelle: www.instagram.com/michellesavagewriter [http://www.instagram.com/michellesavagewriter] www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-savage-43032659/ [http://www.linkedin.com/in/michelle-savage-43032659/] www.sulitpress.com [http://www.sulitpress.com] Disclaimer This show is independently produced by Sulit Press. The views shared belong to the hosts and guests. Questions? Email hello@sulitpress.com

Live Like Your Days Are Numbered with Jodi Wellman

In this episode, Michelle Savage interviews Jodi Wellman, founder of Four Thousand Mondays, about how awareness of our finite time on earth can inspire us to live more intentionally, passionately, and with fewer regrets. Jodi offers practical ways to align your everyday actions with your deepest desires, all while confronting the reality of mortality with humor and grace. Jodi Wellman is a speaker, author, and facilitator on living lives worth living. She has a Master of Applied Positive Psychology from the University of Pennsylvania, where she is also an Assistant Instructor in the Master's program and a facilitator in the Penn Resilience Program. She is an ICF Professional Certified Coach and a Certified Professional Co-Active Coach. Jodi's TEDx talk is called How Death Can Bring You Back to Life [https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b2SyBMINoa0&t]; with over 1.3 million views, it is the 14th most-watched TEDx talk released in 2022, out of 15,900! Her book, "You Only Die Once: How to Make It to the End with No Regrets" [https://fourthousandmondays.com/book/] was published in May 2024 by Voracious (Little, Brown & Company), and made Adam Grant's Summer Reading List. She has been featured in The New York Times, Oprah Daily, Fast Company, CNBC, Forbes, Psychology Today, The Los Angeles Times, BigThink, and more. Key topics: * How contemplating death (memento mori) sparks urgency and purpose * The emotional story behind Jodi's work, inspired by her mother's untapped dreams * How to reframe regrets and turn lessons into action * Practical rituals and habits to ignite daily vitality * The importance of scheduling and curiosity in creating a meaningful life * Overcoming fear, imposter syndrome, and the delusion of unlimited time * The value of community, accountability, and small steps toward big dreams Connect with Jodi Wellman: * LinkedIn [https://www.linkedin.com/in/jodiwellman/] * Instagram [https://www.instagram.com/jodiwellman/] Get Connected Free Mini-Masterclass [https://sulitpress.com] — everything you need to go from blank page to published book. Work with Sulit Press | Apply for the Multi-Author Book Program [https://sulitpress.com] Connect with Michelle Savage on IG: @michellesavagewriter Disclaimer This show is independently produced by Sulit Press. The views shared belong to the hosts and guests. Questions? Email hello@sulitpress.com

Rewriting Your Financial Success with Julia Scott

In this episode, Michelle sits down with Julia Scott – chartered accountant, wealth educator, and founder of Love Luck Wealth – to discuss empowering women to take control of their finances, overcoming money blocks, and building long-term wealth. Julia shares her personal story, insights into the psychology of money, and practical strategies for transforming your money mindset. After beginning her career advising ultra-high-net-worth families, Julia saw firsthand that many capable women had been left out of the financial conversations shaping their futures. Determined to change that, she founded Love Luck Wealth, where she teaches women how to overcome money blocks, invest wisely, and build meaningful wealth. Julia is also the founder of Money by Jane [https://moneybyjane.com.au/], an upcoming financial platform designed to give women easier access to banking, investing, and financial education. Her work is driven by a simple belief: when women understand money, they change the trajectory of their lives and the generations that follow. Key Topics: * Societal and psychological barriers women face around money and wealth building * How women can cultivate confidence through small daily practices and shifts in belief systems * The importance of energy, intuition, and holistic approaches in financial success * Practical steps to start or rebuild wealth at any stage of life * Rewriting a financial story to align with personal desires and intentions Whether you're starting fresh or rebuilding, Julia's insights will inspire you to own your financial story and design a future of abundance. Get Connected Free Mini-Masterclass [https://sulitpress.com] — everything you need to go from blank page to published book. Work with Sulit Press | Apply for the Multi-Author Book Program [https://sulitpress.com] Connect with Michelle Savage on IG: @michellesavagewriter Connect with Julia: https://www.loveluckwealth.com/ www.instagram.com/loveluckwealth Disclaimer This show is independently produced by Sulit Press. The views shared belong to the hosts and guests. Questions? Email hello@sulitpress.com

Starting Over After Life Interrupts with Ashley Barnhill

In this episode, Michelle Savage talks with Ashley Barnhill — comedian, filmmaker, TV writer, and novelist — about how she faced a life-changing interruption during her creative journey. Originally from Texas, Ashley is known for her subversively dark material and unnervingly sharp delivery. She tours internationally with Dave Chappelle, performing over 500 shows. She's appeared on Netflix & IFC's Maron and Comedy Central's Drunk History. A festival-screened director and HBO Project Greenlight Top 10 finalist. Ashley ventured into filmmaking and has written, directed, edited and acted in many of her own festival winning short films. Ashley's short film #blessed was selected by Chicago's Gold Coast Film Festival. Ashley holds a law degree from UT Austin and a titanium-plated skull. Ashley shares her experience rebuilding her life after a coma from a catastrophic accident, and how she uses humor as her resilience tool. Michelle and Ashley's discussion delves into adapting to life's unpredictable interruptions with courage and wit while developing personal growth. Key topics: * The impact of unexpected life interruptions and how they reshape identity * Lessons from Ashley's career across comedy, filmmaking, TV, and writing * Using humor and fearlessness to navigate difficult life moments * Reinventing oneself after profound adversity * The importance of voice, authenticity, and resilience in personal reinvention * The power of embracing discomfort as a step toward growth Whether there's a traumatic experience holding you back, or you simply don't know where to start, this episode will meet you right where you are — and remind you that being seen is an act of courage, not vanity. Get Connected Free Mini-Masterclass [https://sulitpress.com] — everything you need to go from blank page to published book. Work with Sulit Press | Apply for the Multi-Author Book Program [https://sulitpress.com] Connect with Michelle Savage on IG: @michellesavagewriter Connect with Ashley: www.ashleybarnhill.com [https://www.ashleybarnhill.com] www.instagram.com/ashley_barnhill [https://www.instagram.com/ashley_barnhill] Disclaimer This show is independently produced by Sulit Press. The views shared belong to the hosts and guests. Questions? Email hello@sulitpress.com