The Fire Inside: Cooling it Down

To HRT or Not?

This episode clears the confusion around menopausal hormone therapy (MHT), discussing its benefits, risks, and how to make informed decisions during menopause. It emphasizes evidence-based science, personalized care, and holistic health strategies for midlife women. Understanding MHT: Definition and Purpose Timing and Route of Administration Risks and Benefits of Hormone Therapy Holistic Approaches to Menopause Management Resources:  Midlife in Vitality Blueprint subscribepage.io/0GgEBm [http://subscribepage.io/0GgEBm] Substack https://substack.com/@angiecollinwood [https://substack.com/@angiecollinwood] IG instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/ [http://instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/] FB  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRGOHF6T3dDMDdkTXVweVhWSGZzSm13Uy1yd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVl9qdlpwcXhqZU1oc0xKWjhzVWdyT3ZQN0pPUXJ4VnZZV0Jfa1kxVzVEZFhYVmlzVEwyX3V3SjhDcUo1bUQzQ3VfNEI4Ym94eXUzc29VMi1xdkpPMUJTMEg0czY2STdubld5MW1HU0hwaDdnTzlGYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmidlifewithangiecollinwood%2F&v=OuacghN7Axk]facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood [http://facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood] YouTube   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIC5bRkg7r7ynTmtQOYU1Pw]youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching [http://youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching] International Menopause Society - https://www.imsociety.org/ [https://www.imsociety.org/] Lancet Journal - https://www.thelancet.com/ [https://www.thelancet.com/] Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) - https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/cognitive-behavioral-therapy [https://www.psychologytoday.com/us/therapy-types/cognitive-behavioral-therapy] Soy and Phytoestrogens - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/soy-and-estrogen [https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/soy-and-estrogen] Mediterranean Diet Benefits - https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mediterranean-diet [https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/mediterranean-diet] ***The content provided by Midlife in Motion, Angie Collinwood, and associated platforms (podcast, website, social media) is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or read on this website. Participating in physical challenges or movement exercises is done at your own risk. Please listen to your body and consult your doctor before beginning any new exercise program.

Why Do I Constantly Doubt Myself?

This episode explores the hidden forces that affect midlife women's confidence, focusing on limiting beliefs, nervous system regulation, and building true confidence.  Limiting beliefs often hide as automatic thoughts or absolutes. A dysregulated nervous system can cause physical and emotional exhaustion. Practicing quick breathing exercises can immediately calm the nervous system. Using sensory grounding helps anchor you in the present moment. Building confidence involves regulating your body and reframing your thoughts. Resources:  Small Group Coaching Program: Metabolic U-Turn Registration [https://forms.gle/PijcbFBsBuHzdYo9A] Midlife in Vitality Blueprint subscribepage.io/0GgEBm [http://subscribepage.io/0GgEBm] High Quality Omega 3 - https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD [https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD] 60-day money-back guarantee Midlife in Motion Survey https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA [https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA] Connect on IG instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/ [http://instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/] Connect on FB  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRGOHF6T3dDMDdkTXVweVhWSGZzSm13Uy1yd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVl9qdlpwcXhqZU1oc0xKWjhzVWdyT3ZQN0pPUXJ4VnZZV0Jfa1kxVzVEZFhYVmlzVEwyX3V3SjhDcUo1bUQzQ3VfNEI4Ym94eXUzc29VMi1xdkpPMUJTMEg0czY2STdubld5MW1HU0hwaDdnTzlGYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmidlifewithangiecollinwood%2F&v=OuacghN7Axk]facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood [http://facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood] Connect on YouTube   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIC5bRkg7r7ynTmtQOYU1Pw]youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching [http://youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching] ***The content provided by Midlife in Motion, Angie Collinwood, and associated platforms (podcast, website, social media) is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or read on this website. Participating in physical challenges or movement exercises is done at your own risk. Please listen to your body and consult your doctor before beginning any new exercise program.

What if I Secretly Want to Lose Weight?

Most women rely on outdated weight loss methods that stress the nervous system. Love your body and want to change are not mutually exclusive. Treat weight loss as a preference, not a requirement. Use breathing exercises to signal safety to your nervous system. Slow, mindful habits support sustainable weight loss. Resources:  Midlife in Motion Survey https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA [https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA] Midlife in Vitality Blueprint subscribepage.io/0GgEBm [http://subscribepage.io/0GgEBm] High Quality Omega 3 - https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD [https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD] 60-day money-back guarantee Connect on IG instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/ [http://instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/] Connect on FB  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRGOHF6T3dDMDdkTXVweVhWSGZzSm13Uy1yd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVl9qdlpwcXhqZU1oc0xKWjhzVWdyT3ZQN0pPUXJ4VnZZV0Jfa1kxVzVEZFhYVmlzVEwyX3V3SjhDcUo1bUQzQ3VfNEI4Ym94eXUzc29VMi1xdkpPMUJTMEg0czY2STdubld5MW1HU0hwaDdnTzlGYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmidlifewithangiecollinwood%2F&v=OuacghN7Axk]facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood [http://facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood] Connect on YouTube   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIC5bRkg7r7ynTmtQOYU1Pw]youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching [http://youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching] ***The content provided by Midlife in Motion, Angie Collinwood, and associated platforms (podcast, website, social media) is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or read on this website. Participating in physical challenges or movement exercises is done at your own risk. Please listen to your body and consult your doctor before beginning any new exercise program.

Why Can I Never Measure Up?

EVER FEEL LIKE YOU JUST CAN'T MEASURE UP? YOU’RE NOT ALONE. LET’S BREAK DOWN THE IMPOSSIBLE STANDARDS WE FACE AS WOMEN.  IN TODAY’S EPISODE, WE DISCUSS: SOCIETAL PRESSURES ON WOMEN SELF-ESTEEM AND BODY IMAGE REFRAMING BARRIERS TO MOVEMENT THE POWER OF DIVINE LOVE AND VALIDATION PRACTICAL MOVEMENT TIPS FOR MENTAL AND PHYSICAL HEALTH YOU ARE NOT BROKEN, AND YOU ARE NOT ALONE. SOCIETY'S STANDARDS ARE IMPOSSIBLE TO MEET AND OFTEN HARMFUL. REFRAME YOUR THOUGHTS ABOUT MOVEMENT AS A CELEBRATION, NOT A PUNISHMENT. SMALL, CONSISTENT STEPS LEAD TO LASTING CHANGE. DIVINE LOVE AND SELF-ACCEPTANCE ARE THE KEYS TO TRUE CONFIDENCE. Resources:  Midlife in Motion Survey https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA [https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA] Midlife in Vitality Blueprint subscribepage.io/0GgEBm [http://subscribepage.io/0GgEBm] High Quality Omega 3 - https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD [https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD] 60-day money-back guarantee Connect on IG instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/ [http://instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/] Connect on FB  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRGOHF6T3dDMDdkTXVweVhWSGZzSm13Uy1yd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVl9qdlpwcXhqZU1oc0xKWjhzVWdyT3ZQN0pPUXJ4VnZZV0Jfa1kxVzVEZFhYVmlzVEwyX3V3SjhDcUo1bUQzQ3VfNEI4Ym94eXUzc29VMi1xdkpPMUJTMEg0czY2STdubld5MW1HU0hwaDdnTzlGYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmidlifewithangiecollinwood%2F&v=OuacghN7Axk]facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood [http://facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood] Connect on YouTube   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIC5bRkg7r7ynTmtQOYU1Pw]youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching [http://youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching] ***The content provided by Midlife in Motion, Angie Collinwood, and associated platforms (podcast, website, social media) is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or read on this website. Participating in physical challenges or movement exercises is done at your own risk. Please listen to your body and consult your doctor before beginning any new exercise program.

What I Didn't do for My Birthday

Reframing aging as a positive journey Self-validation and self-love practices Daily habits for physical, emotional, and spiritual health Self-validation reduces stress and improves biological health. Treat yourself with reverence and love, like a guest of honor. Aging is a privilege and a blessing, not a decline. Resources:  Midlife in Motion Survey https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA [https://forms.gle/sXUrmzhW4qJzsgxFA] Midlife in Vitality Blueprint subscribepage.io/0GgEBm [http://subscribepage.io/0GgEBm] High Quality Omega 3 - https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD [https://shop.unicity.com/product/omegalife-3-resolv?sku=30400&referralCode=COLLINWOOD] 60 day money back guarantee Connect on IG instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/ [http://instagram.com/angie.midlife.fitness/] Connect on FB  [https://www.youtube.com/redirect?event=video_description&redir_token=QUFFLUhqblRGOHF6T3dDMDdkTXVweVhWSGZzSm13Uy1yd3xBQ3Jtc0tsVl9qdlpwcXhqZU1oc0xKWjhzVWdyT3ZQN0pPUXJ4VnZZV0Jfa1kxVzVEZFhYVmlzVEwyX3V3SjhDcUo1bUQzQ3VfNEI4Ym94eXUzc29VMi1xdkpPMUJTMEg0czY2STdubld5MW1HU0hwaDdnTzlGYw&q=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.facebook.com%2Fmidlifewithangiecollinwood%2F&v=OuacghN7Axk]facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood [http://facebook.com/midlifewithangiecollinwood] Connect on YouTube   [https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCIC5bRkg7r7ynTmtQOYU1Pw]youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching [http://youtube.com/@angiecollinwoodcoaching] ***The content provided by Midlife in Motion, Angie Collinwood, and associated platforms (podcast, website, social media) is for educational and informational purposes only. It is not intended as a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified health provider with any questions you may have regarding a medical condition. Never disregard professional medical advice or delay in seeking it because of something you have heard on this podcast or read on this website. Participating in physical challenges or movement exercises is done at your own risk. Please listen to your body and consult your doctor before beginning any new exercise program. #MidlifeStrength #JoyfulMovement #HealthyHormones #MidlifeinMotion #ConfidentAging