Why an Organized Home Feels Better Than Sex: Reclaiming Midlife Libido | Julie Merriman

Why an Organized Home Feels Better Than Sex: Reclaiming Midlife Libido | Julie Merriman

Have you ever looked at your partner and thought, I love you, but an organized kitchen and eight hours of sleep sound way sexier than sex right now? You are not broken, and your sex drive hasn't vanished. In this episode, we are diving into the connection between mental clutter, burnout, and your libido with the incredible Dr. Julie Merriman—a PhD counselor and author of Are We Gonna Have Sex or What?. She breaks down the science of our nervous system like a friend, explaining how decades of chronic stress take pleasure offline. We talk about the "Good Girl Detox" that naturally begins in midlife, giving us the perfect opportunity to stop over-functioning and put ourselves first. Dr. Julie shares simple, practical somatic tools to help you get re-embodied, clear out the mental chaos, and reclaim your vital drive for life Grab a copy of Julie Merriman’s book, “Are we gonna have sex or what?!” here: https://amzn.to/4gwSnz2 [https://amzn.to/4gwSnz2] Social Media Info * Website: https://www.juliemerrimanphd.com/ [https://www.juliemerrimanphd.com/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/people/Dr-Julie-Merriman-Wellness-LLC/61564870628821/# [https://www.facebook.com/people/Dr-Julie-Merriman-Wellness-LLC/61564870628821/#] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dr.juliemerriman/ [https://www.instagram.com/dr.juliemerriman/] Featured Ad Products * Julva Pro DHEA Vulval Cream: https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/julva-pro-dhea-vulval-cream [https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/julva-pro-dhea-vulval-cream] Julie Merriman Bio Julie Merriman, Ph.D., LPC-S, CSC is a nationally recognized professor, clinician, author, and speaker with more than 25 years of experience helping women reclaim energy, intimacy, and aliveness after decades of caregiving, achievement, and emotional labor. She is the author of In Pursuit of Soul Joy: A 12-Week Guide for Overcoming Burnout and Compassion Fatigue, a science-grounded roadmap for helpers and high-achieving women who are exhausted from living in survival mode. She is also the author of Are We Gonna Have Sex or What?, a bold, compassionate guide for women over 50 ready to feel sexy in their skin again and reconnect with desire from the nervous system up. Julie is the host of the podcasts Compassion Fatigue Cure and Sexy After 50, where she dismantles myths about burnout, aging, hormones, and libido and teaches trauma-informed, nervous-system-based pathways back to vitality, pleasure, confidence, and authentic connection. She holds a Ph.D. in Counselor Education and Supervision and is a Licensed Professional Counselor-Supervisor, Certified Sex Counselor, Certified Compassion Fatigue Therapist, Registered Trauma Therapist, and Registered Play Therapist-Supervisor. Julie currently serves as Program Director, Clinical Coordinator, and Associate Professor in graduate counseling education and has held senior leadership roles including Associate Dean, Department Head, and Clinical Director across universities, treatment centers, and community mental health systems. Her work integrates neuroscience, trauma-informed care, attachment theory, and embodied healing (Somatic and Chakra Psychology). Julie has trained thousands of clinicians, educators, healthcare professionals, and first responders nationwide on burnout, compassion fatigue, nervous system regulation, and relational resilience. Her research and clinical expertise span compassion fatigue prevention, counselor supervision, trauma recovery, and midlife identity transitions. Julie is also the founder of Dr. Julie Merriman Wellness, LLC and the creator of the Soul Joy™ body of work, which supports women in moving from depletion to radiance—emotionally, relationally, and physically. Known for her direct, compassionate voice and no-nonsense clinical clarity, she brings both academic rigor and lived wisdom to conversations most people avoid. She has been featured on national television, radio, podcasts, and in print media and is a sought-after speaker for organizations and conferences ready to have honest conversations about burnout, desire, intimacy, and midlife reinvention. Julie lives on her ranch in Texas and believes midlife is not a slow fade—it’s a powerful return. Timestamps 00:00 Intro & Introducing Dr. Julie Merriman 02:14 Why an Organized Home Feels Sexier than Sex 03:19 The Clutter - Libido Relationship 07:46 How to Get Back to Your Libido 14:12 Unpacking the Polyvagal Theory 16:45 What is Allostatic Load? 19:32 Chakra Psychology & Somatic Psychology 22:55 When Your Body Is Not Ready for Pleasure 25:44 Hormonal Desire vs. Capacity for Desire 27:07 Practical Tools to Reconnect with Your Body 36:21 The "Good Girl Detox" 40:37 How to Ask for What You Need Without Guilt 46:49 Why Some Women Feel Sexier at 55 than 35 54:00 Rapid-Fire Questions 56:38 Guided Somatic Practice 59:37 Final Questions

Intuitive Eating for Menopause: Supporting vs. Punishing Your Body | Anne Poirier

Are you struggling with menopause, weight gain, and tired of toxic diet culture? Can you reject traditional weight loss obsession and still want to lift heavy, build muscle, and optimize your midlife wellness? In this episode, body image expert and Intuitive Eating Counselor Anne Poirier drops by to unpack how the wellness space got polarized. Somewhere along the way, body acceptance started getting interpreted as "you shouldn't care about your health," while wanting to feel strong, vibrant, and confident in your own skin got labeled as vanity or diet culture. Anne and Missy dive deep into the nuance of this conversation, showing why these two ideas don't have to be opposites—you can love your body exactly as it is while still prioritizing muscle mass, optimized lab results, and proper hormone health. Anne shares powerful insights on overcoming decades of body shame through body neutrality, while Missy breaks down the vital science behind estradiol drops and how Hormone Replacement Therapy (HRT) supports your changing biology. Plus, they explore the messy middle ground of GLP-1 peptides, discussing how microdosing can safely quiet "food noise" to act as a supportive metabolic tool rather than a tool for self-punishment. If you're ready to stop the constant self-criticism, bridge the gap between empowerment and health, and find a sustainable middle ground that gives your body permission to feel strong and capable, this one is for you! Grab a copy of Anne’s Body Neutrality Playbook here: https://amzn.to/4esAVdy [https://amzn.to/4esAVdy] Claim your Unlocking Body Confidence E-book: https://shapingperspectives.com/confidence/ [https://shapingperspectives.com/confidence/] Social Media Info * Website: https://shapingperspectives.com/ [https://shapingperspectives.com/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/anne.poirier.author [https://www.facebook.com/anne.poirier.author] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/annepoirier11author/ [https://www.instagram.com/annepoirier11author/] Featured Ad Products: * Quicksilver Scientifics DHEA+: https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/dhea [https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/dhea] * Quicksilver Scientifics Estriol: https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/in-store-quicksilver-scientific-estriol-serum-professional [https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/in-store-quicksilver-scientific-estriol-serum-professional] * Quicksilver Scientific Progesterone: https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/in-store-quicksilver-scientific-professional-progesterone [https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/in-store-quicksilver-scientific-professional-progesterone] Timestamps 00:00 Intro 04:01 Introducing Anne Poirier 04:53 Anne’s Personal Journey with Body Image 08:48 What is Intuitive Eating? 13:09 Body Positivity vs. Body Neutrality 16:01 Navigating Appearance-Based Compliments 20:40 Why Body Neutrality Could Be your Next Step 22:32 Practical Tools from Anne’s Books 24:48 How to Manage Your Body During Menopause 26:46 HRT & Weight Gain 32:15 Fitness Tracking: Friend or Foe? 35:13 The Nuance of GLP-1 Peptides 42:16 Supporting vs. Punishing Your Body 46:58 Rapid-Fire Questions

How Clean Skincare & Avoiding Toxic Chemicals Heals You | Jodi Scott

Staring at your bathroom counter, wondering if your favorite everyday products are actually sabotaging your wellness goals from the inside out? In this episode, Green Goo founder Jodi Scott drops by to expose the toxic chemicals hiding in conventional beauty routines and share how switching to truly clean skincare can radically transform your overall health. We talk about how your skin acts as a literal first responder to your nervous and endocrine systems, and why synthetic ingredients trap your body in a state of fight-or-flight that spikes cortisol and disrupts your hormones. Jodie shares her ultimate playbook for reading labels to avoid greenwashing, alongside her simple SHAMAN framework to reduce your daily toxic load. Plus, we dive into intimate wellness, explaining why clean botanical care is vital for cellular hydration, pH balance, and protecting your body through perimenopause and menopause. If you're ready to stop guessing, eliminate the friction, and start supporting your hormone health naturally, this one is for you! Ready to switch to clean skincare? Head to https://www.greengoo.com/THEMENOPAUSEMIDWIFE [https://www.greengoo.com/THEMENOPAUSEMIDWIFE] and use code THEMENOPAUSEMIDWIFE at checkout for 10% OFF your order. Want an easy way to scan your current products for sneaky synthetics at the grocery store? Download the Yuka App: https://yuka.io/ [https://yuka.io/] Social Media Info * Website: https://www.greengoo.com/ [https://www.greengoo.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/greengoohelps/ [https://www.instagram.com/greengoohelps/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/GreenGooHelps [https://www.facebook.com/GreenGooHelps] Timestamps 00:00 Intro & Introducing Jennifer Gularson 02:53 What IV Therapy Actually Is 05:23 How Often Should You Actually Do IV Therapy? 07:04 NAD+ and Its Possible Adverse Effects 09:08 Do IV Drips Actually Help with Hormone Detox? 11:25 Rethinking Restrictive Detoxes 15:05 Drip Bar Red Flags 16:54 How to Support Your Liver’s First-Pass Metabolism 20:52 Jennifer’s Non-Negotiables for Gut Health 24:18 Supporting the Kidneys During the Detox Pathway 26:34 What to Do If Your HRT Isn’t Working 28:35 Navigating Peptides: From Injections to Liposomal 34:25 Jennifer's Favorite Peptide 36:30 The Best Practice for Peptide Cycling 37:28 Wrap-Up Questions

The Truth About Drip Bars, Peptide Cycling & Estrogen Detox | Jennifer Gularson

Staring at a trendy wellness menu, wondering if those buzzy infusions are legitimate medicine or just a total waste of cash? In this episode, functional medicine expert Jennifer Gularson drops by to cut through the hype and share what your body actually needs to jumpstart your energy and balance your chemistry. We talk about how a leaky gut secretly blocks your vitamins, and why a clinical drip can be a total lifesaver while you're repairing your digestive system. Jennifer also demystifies what "hormone detox" really means—spoiler alert: it’s not about doing a miserable, restrictive cleanse, but rather helping your body naturally clear out estrogen through daily habits like pooping, sweating, and good sleep. Plus, she shares the ultimate safety playbook on how to take advantage of peptides and why she loves magnesium to shut down inflammation for good. If you're ready to stop guessing and start biohacking safely, this one is for you! Social Media Info * Website: https://www.yourbestlifewithjennifer.com [https://www.yourbestlifewithjennifer.com] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennifergularson [https://www.instagram.com/jennifergularson] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/jennifergularson [https://www.facebook.com/jennifergularson] Products Mentioned in This Episode * Bioptimizers Magnesium Breakthrough Powder: https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/bioptimizers-magnesium-breakthrough-powder [https://www.ohm406.com/product-page/bioptimizers-magnesium-breakthrough-powder] * Instamed Strips: https://www.ohm406.com/search?q=instamed&type=products [https://www.ohm406.com/search?q=instamed&type=products] * Quicksilver Scientific Liposomal Peptides: https://www.ohm406.com/search?q=liposomal&type=products&Category=QS%2520Liposomal [https://www.ohm406.com/search?q=liposomal&type=products&Category=QS%2520Liposomal] Timestamps 00:00 Intro & Introducing Jennifer Gularson 02:53 What IV Therapy Actually Is 05:23 How Often Should You Actually Do IV Therapy? 07:04 NAD+ and Its Possible Adverse Effects 09:08 Do IV Drips Actually Help with Hormone Detox? 11:25 Rethinking Restrictive Detoxes 15:05 Drip Bar Red Flags 16:54 How to Support Your Liver’s First-Pass Metabolism 20:52 Jennifer’s Non-Negotiables for Gut Health 24:18 Supporting the Kidneys During the Detox Pathway 26:34 What to Do If Your HRT Isn’t Working 28:35 Navigating Peptides: From Injections to Liposomal 34:25 Jennifer's Favorite Peptide 36:30 The Best Practice for Peptide Cycling 37:28 Wrap-Up Questions

Stop Ignoring Mineral Deficiency: The Truth About Adrenals, Detox & Sleep | Caroline Alan

Doing everything right but still feeling exhausted, anxious, and wired? In this episode, Caroline Alan, co-founder of BEAM Minerals, drops by to reveal why your hormones can’t do their job if your body’s "soil" is completely depleted. We dive into how cell-level mineral deficiencies trigger that brutal 3 PM afternoon crash, wreck your sleep, and cause non-stop nervous system drama. Plus, Caroline breaks down the effortless way to flush out heavy metals, fix your gut, and finally lift your energy levels back up. If you're ready to make your supplements and hormones actually work, it's time for a cellular reset! Want to try BEAM Minerals for yourself? You can grab them here and use code THEMENOPAUSEMIDWIFE for 20% OFF: https://www.bkd42s7gh.com/TheMenopauseMidwife/ [https://www.bkd42s7gh.com/TheMenopauseMidwife/] And if you want to dive deeper into the science, go grab Caroline's book: https://amzn.to/49kwgHM [https://amzn.to/49kwgHM] Social Media Info * Website: https://www.beamminerals.com/ [https://www.beamminerals.com/] * Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beamminerals/ [https://www.instagram.com/beamminerals/] * Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/@beammineralsofficial [ https://www.facebook.com/@beammineralsofficial] * Caroline's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/carolinealan.official [https://www.instagram.com/carolinealan.official] Timestamps 00:00 Intro 02:58 Caroline's Health Journey 08:30 Minerals & How They Work in the Body 16:49 Why Mineral Balance is so Important 19:42 Supporting your Body Detoxification Pathways 22:03 Meet Humic: "Mother Nature’s Janitor" 24:01 Meet Fulvic: The Ultimate Cellular Shuttle 28:13 Where to Store Your Minerals 31:02 BooBoo-Lytes for Pain Relief 32:29 Insta-Lytes for Muscle & Cramp Relief 33:13 Happy-Lytes for Panic & Anxiety 34:24 Missy's Favorite: Pet Minerals 35:59 Rapid-fire Questions 40:08 Caroline's Book: The Mineral Reset