Hot Flushes & Higher Self with Soraya at Limitless Self- Conversations on menopause, midlife wellbeing, nervous system healing and personal transformation.

Perimenopause, Gut Health & Nervous System Healing | Why Women Are Burning Out in Midlife with Mays | Hot Flushes & Higher Self

If you’ve been feeling anxious, exhausted, bloated, emotionally overwhelmed or disconnected from yourself in midlife, this episode will help you understand what may really be happening beneath the surface. In this episode of Hot Flushes & Higher Self, Soraya is joined by holistic nutritionist, somatic practitioner and retreat host Mays for a powerful conversation on gut health, nervous system regulation, emotional healing and the hidden stress so many women carry through midlife. Mays shares her deeply personal journey from addiction, burnout and chronic health issues to healing through nutrition, yoga, fasting, somatic work and reconnecting with herself on a deeper level. Together, they explore: ✨ the connection between stress, trauma and physical symptoms ✨ gut health, hormones and perimenopause ✨ emotional eating and nervous system dysregulation ✨ why women are burning out in midlife ✨ the impact of chronic stress on the body ✨ self-compassion, slowing down and listening to your body ✨ and why true healing goes far beyond quick fixes and fad diets This episode is especially relevant for women navigating perimenopause, burnout, anxiety, hormone imbalance, emotional overwhelm or a deeper desire to reconnect with themselves. ✨ Ways to work with Mays ✨ If this conversation resonated with you and you’re ready to take a deeper look at your health, hormones, gut and nervous system, Mays offers a range of ways to support women holistically. 🌿 Her signature 90-day one-to-one reset programme combines functional nutrition, gut and hormone testing, somatic healing and nervous system support to help women get to the root cause of symptoms and feel more balanced, energised and connected to themselves again. 🌿 She also runs monthly detox and liver cleanse groups designed to gently support the body, digestion, energy and overall wellbeing. 🌿 And for those wanting a deeper immersive experience, Mays hosts transformational healing retreats combining nutrition, yoga, breathwork, somatic healing and nervous system restoration. You can connect with Mays on Instagram at @healthy_mays where she shares regular tips and insights around gut health, hormones, nervous system healing and holistic wellbeing. 🎧 Listen now and discover why your body may not be working against you — but trying to guide you back to balance. Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2519900/support] If this episode resonated, you’re not alone. So many women quietly navigate anxiety, burnout, people pleasing, hormonal shifts and the feeling of losing themselves somewhere along the way. But your body isn’t working against you. Sometimes it’s gently asking you to slow down, reconnect, and come back to yourself. 🌿 Follow Hot Flushes & Higher Self for more conversations around midlife, nervous system healing, intuition, emotional wellbeing and self-trust. ✨ And if you feel called to go deeper, you’re warmly invited to explore my work, including RTT sessions, hypnosis circles and transformational retreats for women. 🔗 Link in bio: Limitless Self Linktree [https://linktr.ee/limitlessself] 📸 Instagram: @limitlessselftherapy [https://www.instagram.com/limitlessselftherapy/?next=%2F] And if this conversation touched you, share it with another woman who may need to hear it today 🤍

Numerology, Midlife & Intuition: A Powerful Conversation on Self-Trust for Women with Dina | Hot Flushes & Higher Self

If you’ve been feeling disconnected from yourself, overwhelmed by responsibility, or questioning who you are in this stage of life, this episode will deeply resonate with you. In this episode of Hot Flushes & Higher Self, Soraya is joined by intuitive coach and author Dina for a powerful conversation on midlife, self-trust, intuition, and personal transformation. Together, they explore why so many women lose connection with themselves after years of people pleasing, over-functioning, and prioritising everyone else’s needs — and how midlife can become an invitation to reconnect with your authentic self. Dina shares her own journey from corporate burnout to intuitive coaching, and explains how sacred tools such as numerology, astrology, tarot, and intuitive guidance can help women better understand themselves, navigate life transitions, and rebuild trust in their inner voice. The conversation also explores the difference between anxiety and intuition, emotional overwhelm in midlife, burnout, identity shifts, purpose, boundaries, and why learning to say no is often part of the healing journey. There’s also a fascinating live numerology reading during the episode, where Dina explains Soraya’s life path and personal year number — revealing themes around intuition, responsibility, balance, and avoiding burnout. ✨ In this episode, they explore: • Why midlife is an awakening rather than a crisis • The connection between people pleasing, burnout, and emotional exhaustion • Anxiety vs intuition — and how to tell the difference • Rebuilding self-trust after years of ignoring yourself • Numerology and understanding life cycles and timing • Why so many women feel disconnected in midlife • Learning to say no without guilt • Purpose, alignment, and living authentically • Simple daily rituals to reconnect with yourself • The power of intuition, sacred tools, and inner guidance This episode is especially powerful for women navigating perimenopause, menopause, identity shifts, anxiety, overwhelm, or a deeper longing to reconnect with themselves. Connect with Dina [https://dinaberrin.com/contact/]: Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2519900/support] If this episode resonated, you’re not alone. So many women quietly navigate anxiety, burnout, people pleasing, hormonal shifts and the feeling of losing themselves somewhere along the way. But your body isn’t working against you. Sometimes it’s gently asking you to slow down, reconnect, and come back to yourself. 🌿 Follow Hot Flushes & Higher Self for more conversations around midlife, nervous system healing, intuition, emotional wellbeing and self-trust. ✨ And if you feel called to go deeper, you’re warmly invited to explore my work, including RTT sessions, hypnosis circles and transformational retreats for women. 🔗 Link in bio: Limitless Self Linktree [https://linktr.ee/limitlessself] 📸 Instagram: @limitlessselftherapy [https://www.instagram.com/limitlessselftherapy/?next=%2F] And if this conversation touched you, share it with another woman who may need to hear it today 🤍

Menopause, Gut Health & Hormones: Why Your Body Is Speaking Louder in Midlife with Cindy | Hot Flushes & Higher Self

If you’re navigating menopause or perimenopause and feeling like your body has changed from anxiety and poor sleep to weight gain, gut issues or low energy, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. In this episode of Hot Flushes & Higher Self, Soraya is joined by functional medicine practitioner Cindy Dupuy for a powerful conversation on menopause, hormones, gut health and the deeper root causes of midlife symptoms. Cindy shares her personal journey of going through an abrupt menopause in her early 40s during a period of intense stress, and how that experience led her into functional medicine — a root-cause approach that looks beyond symptoms to understand what the body truly needs. Together, they explore why so many women feel dismissed during perimenopause and menopause, the limitations of conventional approaches, and how a more holistic, personalised approach can create real, lasting change. This episode is especially relevant for women experiencing anxiety, sleep issues, weight changes, digestive problems, brain fog, low libido or feeling disconnected from their bodies in midlife. ✨ In this episode, they explore:  • Perimenopause and menopause symptoms — what’s really going on in the body  • The connection between hormones, gut health and emotional wellbeing  • Why so many women feel unheard or dismissed by conventional medicine  • Functional medicine and the importance of addressing root causes  • Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and bioidentical hormones  • How stress and the nervous system impact midlife health  • Why symptoms are not random — and what your body is trying to tell you  • Simple daily practices to support your body and feel more balanced This conversation is a reminder that your body is not working against you — it’s communicating with you. And when you begin to listen, everything can start to shift. Ways to work with Cindy ✨ 1:1 Support (Telehealth): Cindy works with clients worldwide via Zoom, offering personalised functional medicine support for women in perimenopause and menopause. ✨ Signature Programme: Grace in Transition — an 8-week group programme supporting women through midlife with education, community, and a root-cause approach to health. ✨ Instagram: 👉 @cindy_dupuy Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2519900/support] If this episode resonated, you’re not alone. So many women quietly navigate anxiety, burnout, people pleasing, hormonal shifts and the feeling of losing themselves somewhere along the way. But your body isn’t working against you. Sometimes it’s gently asking you to slow down, reconnect, and come back to yourself. 🌿 Follow Hot Flushes & Higher Self for more conversations around midlife, nervous system healing, intuition, emotional wellbeing and self-trust. ✨ And if you feel called to go deeper, you’re warmly invited to explore my work, including RTT sessions, hypnosis circles and transformational retreats for women. 🔗 Link in bio: Limitless Self Linktree [https://linktr.ee/limitlessself] 📸 Instagram: @limitlessselftherapy [https://www.instagram.com/limitlessselftherapy/?next=%2F] And if this conversation touched you, share it with another woman who may need to hear it today 🤍

Nervous System Regulation & Healing Trauma in the Body with Olivia | Why You Don’t Feel Safe (And How to Change It) | Hot Flushes & Higher Self

If you’re feeling anxious, overwhelmed, or disconnected from yourself in midlife, this episode will help you understand what’s really happening beneath the surface. In this episode of Hot Flushes & Higher Self, Soraya is joined by Olivia, a nervous system practitioner and energy worker, for a powerful conversation on healing beyond the mind. Olivia shares her personal journey from developing autoimmune conditions in her early twenties to discovering the profound impact of nervous system regulation, somatic practices, and emotional healing. What began as a search for physical recovery became a deeper reconnection to the body, safety, and self. Together, they explore how stress, trauma, and stored emotions can manifest physically, why so many women don’t truly feel safe in their bodies, and how learning to regulate the nervous system can create lasting change — emotionally, physically, and energetically. This episode is especially relevant for women navigating anxiety, burnout, identity shifts, or the deeper emotional transitions that often arise during midlife. ✨ In this episode, they explore: • Nervous system regulation and why safety is the foundation of healing • The connection between emotional patterns, energy, and physical symptoms • How trauma and stress are stored in the body • Why slowing down is essential (and why it feels uncomfortable) • Subtle signs the nervous system is beginning to regulate • Practical tools including breathwork, somatic practices, and gratitude • How this work supports women through midlife transitions • Relearning how to feel safe, receive, and reconnect with self This conversation offers a grounded and compassionate perspective on healing — reminding listeners that the body is not working against them, but is always communicating and guiding them back to balance. 🔗 Resources & Links ✨ Connect with Olivia:  Instagram: @livewellwild  Website: www.livewelllondon.com [http://www.livewelllondon.com] Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2519900/support] If this episode resonated, you’re not alone. So many women quietly navigate anxiety, burnout, people pleasing, hormonal shifts and the feeling of losing themselves somewhere along the way. But your body isn’t working against you. Sometimes it’s gently asking you to slow down, reconnect, and come back to yourself. 🌿 Follow Hot Flushes & Higher Self for more conversations around midlife, nervous system healing, intuition, emotional wellbeing and self-trust. ✨ And if you feel called to go deeper, you’re warmly invited to explore my work, including RTT sessions, hypnosis circles and transformational retreats for women. 🔗 Link in bio: Limitless Self Linktree [https://linktr.ee/limitlessself] 📸 Instagram: @limitlessselftherapy [https://www.instagram.com/limitlessselftherapy/?next=%2F] And if this conversation touched you, share it with another woman who may need to hear it today 🤍

Menopause, Emotional Blocks & Nervous System Healing with Bhupi | Hot Flushes & Higher Self

A conversation about why midlife and menopause can bring stored stress, emotional overwhelm and identity shifts to the surface — and how nervous system support, energy healing and self-trust can help women reconnect with themselves.  In this powerful and honest conversation, Soraya is joined by Bhupi Panesar to explore menopause, nervous system regulation, emotional blocks and energy healing — and why midlife can feel like a wake-up call for so many women. Bhupi shares her personal story of navigating menopause symptoms, stored stress, identity shifts and deep emotional overwhelm, and explains how the body can hold onto years of responsibility, suppression and survival mode. Together, Soraya and Bhupi explore what happens when women begin to slow down, listen to their bodies and reclaim themselves in midlife. Inside this episode, we explore: *  why menopause can surface stored emotions and old patterns  *  how chronic stress and high cortisol affect the nervous system  *  the connection between the body, energy and emotional healing  *  why so many women lose themselves in caregiving, people-pleasing and survival mode  *  the role of boundaries, self-care and inner listening in midlife  *  a simple grounding breath practice to calm the nervous system  This is a supportive conversation for any woman navigating perimenopause, menopause, burnout, anxiety, emotional exhaustion or a midlife identity shift. Connect with Bhupi: https://www.instagram.com/bhupi_panesar/ [https://www.instagram.com/bhupi_panesar/] https://www.facebook.com/Bhupi.Panesar.Henna4You [https://www.facebook.com/Bhupi.Panesar.Henna4You] https://bhupipanesar.com/ [https://bhupipanesar.com/]   Support the show [https://www.buzzsprout.com/2519900/support] If this episode resonated, you’re not alone. So many women quietly navigate anxiety, burnout, people pleasing, hormonal shifts and the feeling of losing themselves somewhere along the way. But your body isn’t working against you. Sometimes it’s gently asking you to slow down, reconnect, and come back to yourself. 🌿 Follow Hot Flushes & Higher Self for more conversations around midlife, nervous system healing, intuition, emotional wellbeing and self-trust. ✨ And if you feel called to go deeper, you’re warmly invited to explore my work, including RTT sessions, hypnosis circles and transformational retreats for women. 🔗 Link in bio: Limitless Self Linktree [https://linktr.ee/limitlessself] 📸 Instagram: @limitlessselftherapy [https://www.instagram.com/limitlessselftherapy/?next=%2F] And if this conversation touched you, share it with another woman who may need to hear it today 🤍