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Are you tired of being tired?
Do you wish you would move your body without pain and stiffness?
Do you wish there were answers that actually worked and didn’t leave you feeling more confused and more of a failure than when you began?
Do you just want to LIKE who you are?
Hi, I’m Rene Thompson and I’m so excited that you’re here on the Embracing ‘The Change’ podcast.
I remember what it felt like to be uncomfortable in my own body, disgusted with myself that I was so emotionally fragile and confused by my body’s reactions to foods that I couldn’t understand. I was eating this for this symptom, supplements for that one, and nothing really worked to lift the depression, exhaustion and frustration.
I was anxious, bloated all the time and never really felt rested even after sleeping for 9 hours. I didn’t know the words to use to explain it to anyone who could help me and ended up convinced that I was just crazy.
To be honest I was acting like I was too. I was SO over it all!
But I discovered the secrets to being healthy in my 40’s and you know? It’s not as complicated as we are led to believe. I discovered how to thrive EVEN in these middle years using a simple blueprint that is available to everyone. After learning about these tools I kept studying and added onto the Registered Nurse’s certification that I already had -
- Holistic Health Coaching
- Life Coaching,
- Strategic Intervention,
- Aromatherapy and
- Self-Discovery systems of the 5 Love Languages, the Enneagram and the 6 Psychological Human Needs
And I am here to let you know there is HOPE for thriving as a busy, muddling-in-the-middle woman.
Inside this podcast you will find
- Self-Care and Relaxation Tools,
- What to eat and how to move to decrease excess body fat and increase muscle mass, and
- We will demystify and simplify the symptoms of perimenopause, speaking with experts who help women just like you to be the BEST version of you possible!
So grab that cup of coffee, tea or water and your notebook & pen and let’s get started!
Connect with me via email at rene@seasonswomenshealth.com.au
Or join my private Facebook Group the SHE Thrives Community for women just like you! https://www.facebook.com/groups/shethrivescommunity
Do you wish you would move your body without pain and stiffness?
Do you wish there were answers that actually worked and didn’t leave you feeling more confused and more of a failure than when you began?
Do you just want to LIKE who you are?
Hi, I’m Rene Thompson and I’m so excited that you’re here on the Embracing ‘The Change’ podcast.
I remember what it felt like to be uncomfortable in my own body, disgusted with myself that I was so emotionally fragile and confused by my body’s reactions to foods that I couldn’t understand. I was eating this for this symptom, supplements for that one, and nothing really worked to lift the depression, exhaustion and frustration.
I was anxious, bloated all the time and never really felt rested even after sleeping for 9 hours. I didn’t know the words to use to explain it to anyone who could help me and ended up convinced that I was just crazy.
To be honest I was acting like I was too. I was SO over it all!
But I discovered the secrets to being healthy in my 40’s and you know? It’s not as complicated as we are led to believe. I discovered how to thrive EVEN in these middle years using a simple blueprint that is available to everyone. After learning about these tools I kept studying and added onto the Registered Nurse’s certification that I already had -
- Holistic Health Coaching
- Life Coaching,
- Strategic Intervention,
- Aromatherapy and
- Self-Discovery systems of the 5 Love Languages, the Enneagram and the 6 Psychological Human Needs
And I am here to let you know there is HOPE for thriving as a busy, muddling-in-the-middle woman.
Inside this podcast you will find
- Self-Care and Relaxation Tools,
- What to eat and how to move to decrease excess body fat and increase muscle mass, and
- We will demystify and simplify the symptoms of perimenopause, speaking with experts who help women just like you to be the BEST version of you possible!
So grab that cup of coffee, tea or water and your notebook & pen and let’s get started!
Connect with me via email at rene@seasonswomenshealth.com.au
Or join my private Facebook Group the SHE Thrives Community for women just like you! https://www.facebook.com/groups/shethrivescommunity
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Are you navigating the ups and downs of perimenopause and feeling overwhelmed by stress?
In this episode, discover how mindfulness can be your secret weapon for finding calm amid the chaos. We'll dive into three simple, quick grounding techniques designed specifically for women in this transitional phase—helping you manage hot flashes, mood swings, and daily pressures with ease.
Learn how these easy-to-implement practices can cultivate inner peace, boost your resilience, and allow you to show up in life with more wisdom and grace as you embrace aging.
Whether you're new to mindfulness or looking for practical tools to enhance your routine, this episode offers actionable insights to thrive through perimenopause and beyond.
Tune in now and reclaim your serenity!
Do you have that niggling little voice in your head suggesting that you may perhaps be drinking too much alcohol?
Do you have ANY idea how common that is for perimenopausal women??
In this episode, we dive into practical recipes and strategies to create satisfying beverages that nurture your body and mind, perfect for unwinding after a long day.
Discover how to replace alcohol with delicious, health-affirming, make-ahead drinks that promote relaxation and self-care without compromising your wellness goals.
Tune in for inspiration, actionable advice, and a fresh perspective on mindful drinking!
This week, we dive into the transformative journey of a middle-aged woman navigating perimenopause while rediscovering her confidence and inner wisdom. I share an encounter with a vibrant woman who walked into an event-wear boutique feeling discouraged, searching for the perfect dress for her son’s wedding.
Overwhelmed by the changes in her body and the weight of societal expectations, she felt unsure about presenting her best self. Through a supportive and empowering experience, we helped her find not just a dress, but a renewed sense of self-worth that left her beaming with joy.
Perimenopause can feel like a challenging chapter, but it’s also a powerful opportunity to reinvent yourself as a modern wise woman.
With practical tips and heartfelt insights, we discuss how to embrace this season with grace, from choosing outfits that celebrate your evolving body to cultivating a mindset that radiates confidence and wisdom.
Looking for more? Join the SHE Thrives Community - a group of women, just like you, walking through these often-turbulent years, sharing encouragement as we journey together.
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You know those pesky body aches and pains now that you didn't used to have? It could be Musculoskeletal Syndrome (MSS) of Menopause—a common but often overlooked issue causing joint pain, muscle aches, and stiffness.
If you're feeling these changes, you're not alone! Over 70% of perimenopausal women experience MSS, but the good news? You can manage and even reverse it naturally.
In this empowering episode, we explore what MSS is, share insights from experts like Dr. Vonda Wright, Dr. Josh Axe, and Dr. Mary Claire Haver, and give you three actionable, natural steps to ease pain, boost strength, and prevent long-term issues, designed for real women navigating perimenopause.
Whether you're dealing with daily aches or want to prevent them and stay vibrant, this episode offers practical hope.
Tune in to learn how to embrace this phase with confidence and vitality! Subscribe now for more perimenopause tips and share with a friend on this journey.
Looking for a group of like-minded women who are all walking together through these often-turbulent years? Join the FREE Facebook group, the SHE Thrives Community, for more encouragement, tips and support as we navigate these years together. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/177S9vfu1x/
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Feeling overwhelmed by the hot flashes, aches and pains, or sleepless nights of perimenopause? Let’s flip the script, friend!
In this episode of Embracing the Change, we’re reframing the discomfort of perimenopause as something beautiful.
Picture this: a rainy wedding where the bride and her crew laugh, toss their shoes, and dance through the mud, leaving behind footprints that tell a story of love and courage.
That’s how we’re approaching perimenopause in this episode—seeing each symptom as a mark of your resilience.
We’ll share practical tips and heartfelt insights to help you reframe the challenges, embrace the changes, and dance through this transformative time with a smile.
Need some added support and encouragement through this season? Join us in the free, private Facebook group, the SHE Thrives Community, a group for women 35-65 years of age, who are looking for a group of like-minded ladies to walk this journey with. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16jXjN39y8/
Feeling a bit disconnected from your husband during perimenopause or post-menopause? It's more common than you might think!
Join us on Embracing the Change this week as we dive into how the 5 Love Languages can help you rebuild that closeness with your spouse. We’re sharing heartfelt, practical tips to help you BOTH feel loved, supported, and understood during this wild season of change, all with a compassionate nod to the challenges you’ve faced and the strength it takes to keep showing up for your marriage.
This episode is for every woman who’s committed to her relationship but struggling to find that spark amidst the hormonal ups and downs.
From small gestures like leaving a sweet note to carving out quality time together, we’ll explore how to use
-Words of Affirmation,
-Acts of Service,
-Receiving Gifts,
-Quality Time, and
-Physical Touch
to bridge the gap and rediscover the connection you crave.
Tune in for a warm, honest chat that feels like catching up with your best friend, with tips to help you navigate this transformative time with grace and love.
Want more? Join my FREE, private Facebook group, The SHE Thrives Community, for women 35-65 who are looking for connection and support with other like-minded ladies. Life is better together! https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BSdgJHVQD/
Feeling like your brain's been replaced with mashed potatoes lately? You’re not alone.
In this episode, we dive into what many women call “peri-brain”—that frustrating mix of brain fog, forgetfulness, and mental exhaustion that shows up right when life expects you to be at your sharpest.
I’m breaking down the real, hormone-driven reasons behind the fog (hint: it’s not just stress), plus sharing practical strategies I use to get my clarity, focus, and sense of self back—even on the crazy days.
From food and movement to stress management and self-compassion, you’ll walk away with tools that are simple, effective, and totally doable.
👉 Want even more support and strategies? Join the free SHE Thrives Community on Facebook for women 35 - 65 years of age, where we talk all things hormones, health, and hope. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1EsLa93N7E/
Have you ever looked in the mirror and thought, “Why does this colour wash me out now?” You're not imagining it!
During the perimenopausal years, hormonal shifts can subtly (or dramatically!) alter our skin tone, hair pigment, and overall contrast—and that can make our once-favourite colours suddenly feel… off.
In this episode of Embracing the Change, we explore the surprisingly powerful link between what we wear and how we feel during midlife. You'll learn:
How to find the right hues that bring vibrancy, softness, or strength—whatever you want to reflect
What's behind why wearing flattering colours boosts your mood, motivation, and self-care habits
Easy action steps to get started culling your wardrobe and building a capsule collection that loves you back
Whether you're going grey, glowing up, or somewhere in between—this episode is here to help you feel more like you again.
Join the private Facebook group, The SHE Thrives Community, to walk this life with like-minded women who are just like you, learning how to transition into the wise women we are designed to be. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/16rg2CjMmV/
Is your body changing faster than you can keep up? Feeling weaker, more tired, or a little wobbly on your feet? You’re not alone — and you’re not helpless.
In this empowering episode of Embracing the Change, I explain some science behind what actually works to stay strong, mobile, and energized during perimenopause and menopause. Spoiler: it’s not about crazy workouts or handfuls of supplements — it’s about smart, intentional changes that meet your body where it's at.
Based on a 2023 review of over 70 studies, I discovered:
What movement helps most (and why it doesn’t have to take hours to be effective)
Which supplements matter — and only work if you move!
The top 3 things you can start this week to feel stronger and more steady
Whether you’ve never picked up a dumbbell or you’re a long-time walker wondering if it’s enough — this episode gives you the truth, the tools, and the pep talk you need to feel strong again.
🎧 In This Episode:
How menopause affects muscle, bone, and metabolism
Best types of exercise for midlife women
Smart ways to use supplements like vitamin D, calcium, and protein
The difference between doing “perfect” vs. doing “something”
Realistic weekly routines that make a difference
Join my private Facebook group, the SHE Thrives Community, to get the information about my FREE 3-Day Belly Busting Challenge, August 25-27, to create some simple, practical changes that help your belly to flatten and your mood to lift during these magical middle years!
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If you found this helpful, please subscribe, leave a review, and share it with a friend who’s ready to feel strong again. You’re not just surviving menopause — you’re rewriting what’s possible.
In the world of health advice overload, it’s refreshing (and rare) to find medical voices that feel grounded, helpful, and actually human.
In this episode, I’m sharing some of my favorite doctors and health experts online—the ones who cut through the noise with practical, honest insight for women navigating perimenopause, hormones specifically and weight loss, inflammation, and reversing chronic disease in general.
Whether you're trying to understand your thyroid, get your energy back, or just want someone to finally explain estrogen dominance in plain English, these voices have helped me—and they might help you too.
I’ll share why I trust them, what I’ve learned, and how to filter advice through a holistic, common-sense lens.
✨ Want more real talk and support? Join the SHE Thrives Community—where midlife women get their spark back, together. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1B1ha2yGyX/
Are snacks sabotaging your energy, weight loss, or mood swings?
In this episode of Embracing the Change, we unpack the real reason you keep reaching for that snack—and what to do about it. You’ll learn:
How balanced meals (high in protein and healthy fats) reduce your need to snack at all
Smart ways to store or ignore tempting snack foods in a family home
How to stabilize your blood sugar naturally
Whether you're a chronic grazer or just wondering why you're always hungry an hour after lunch, this episode is full of real-talk, realistic tips, and the kind of midlife wisdom that makes healthy choices simpler.
👉 CTA: If this episode helps you feel more confident about food choices, share it with a friend who’s trying to snack less and feel better!
And, if you are a woman between 35 - 65 years of age, join my free, private Facebook group the SHE Thrives Community for more encouragement and ideas for healthy living through the peri- and menopause years.
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Yes, cruising can be dreamy… but let’s be real—it’s also loud, crowded, overstimulating, and full of soft-serve temptation.
In this follow-up episode, I’m sharing the lifestyle strategies that kept me sane, centered, and mostly un-sweaty while surrounded by people 24/7 on a floating hotel.
We’ll talk about how I stayed active (without living at the gym), how I protected my precious alone time as a proud introvert, and the gentle routines that helped me reset.
Whether you're planning a cruise or just craving more margin in your life, this episode is your reminder that self-awareness and structure are your best travel companions.
✨ Want support from women walking the same holistic path? Join the SHE Thrives Community - for women 35-65 years old.
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Yes, you read that right—I lost 4.5kg on a cruise.
And no, it wasn’t from food poisoning or sea sickness. In this episode, I’m sharing exactly how we navigated two weeks of all-you-can-eat buffets, limited food choices, and constant temptation... and still disembarked lighter, clearer, and calmer.
We talk about how we planned our mealtimes, made the best possible choices with what was available, and why self-control was easier when we remembered how bad we felt when we didn’t use it.
You’ll hear the truth about what happened when we gave in to the grains, sugar, and processed options—spoiler alert: the aches, bloating, constipation, and crankiness came right back.
If you’ve ever felt like holidays have to mean falling off the wagon, this episode is your permission to rethink that. You can still enjoy yourself without undoing all your progress—and it might even feel better than you think.
✨ Join the SHE Thrives Community for real talk, real food, and a refreshing approach to midlife wellness—even at sea.
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Ever get one of those rare, magical days where your schedule clears and you suddenly have space to breathe?
In this episode, I’m sharing what I did when life handed me a surprise day off—and how I used it on purpose to refill my cup, not just scroll through it.
You'll hear the three simple steps that left me feeling rested and recharged by nightfall:
-leaning into creativity,
-intentionally connecting with myself and nature around me, and
-gently preparing for what tomorrow holds.
Whether you're in perimenopause or just plain overwhelmed, this episode offers a beautiful reminder that your nervous system wants restoration—and you don’t have to wait for burnout to give it that gift.
✨ Join the SHE Thrives Community - a free and private Facebook group for women 35-65 years of age, who need to be reminded that self-care isn't selfish, and that rest is productive.
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Ever felt betrayed by the scale—even after 'starving yourself' and religiously walking the treadmill for an hour at the gym EVERY DAY for three months?
In this honest and empowering episode, we’re unpacking the difference between weight loss and fat loss, and why the number on the scale is only part of the story. We’ll talk about what the gym is really for (hint: it’s not punishment), and how stress can sabotage even the best intentions when it comes to your hormones and your health.
Whether you’re feeling frustrated, plateaued, or just plain exhausted, this episode will help you reframe your goals with grace and clarity. Let’s shift the focus from shrinking your body to supporting it, strengthening it, and honoring it.
Don't try to walk this journey alone: Here's a ready-made support group for women, aged 35 - 65, who are just like you!
✨ Join the free and private SHE Thrives Community in Facebook for support and sustainable strategies to feel strong, healthy, and joyful in your middle years. https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BRQ5w78xe/
Wrinkles don’t age you nearly as fast as slouching, sour expressions, or giving up on what makes you feel radiant.
This episode was recorded to the accompaniment of roosters and an inordinant amount of traffic on our country road, keeping it all VERY real. Haha!
Today we’re ditching stereotypical expectations of how we look while we age and talking real strategies for showing up with confidence in midlife.
From posture that projects vitality, to clothing that flatters without trying too hard, and facial expressions that tell the world “I’m still here”—you’ll learn simple ways to feel pulled-together without chasing youth.
This is about presence, not perfection. Because looking vibrant doesn’t mean erasing your age—it means owning your wisdom, your joy, and the face that’s lived a full life. Tune in for encouragement, style tips, and mindset shifts that will help you walk into any room feeling lovely, capable, and fully alive.
✨ Join the SHE Thrives Community to continue the conversation and feel more like yourself again.
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If your to-do list never ends and rest feels like a luxury you just can’t afford—this episode is for you.
In our fast-paced, do-it-all world, we’ve been conditioned to earn rest by reaching the end of the list… but the truth is, that list resets daily. Rest isn’t the reward, it’s the requirement.
Especially in midlife.
In this episode, I’m sharing how choosing to pause before your body and mind force you to can change everything. We’ll talk about the power of preemptive rest, and simple, doable ways to build recovery into your day—without guilt.
Because you don’t need to earn your breath—you just need to take one.
✨ Join the SHE Thrives Community for encouragement and real-life tools to stay well in the muddlily middle years.
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Pressed for time and tempted by takeout? Let’s go beyond that!
In this episode we discuss options that are high protein and low processed carb for busy perimenopausal women. I’m dishing up quick, easy, budget-friendly meals that fit your hectic life—no cooking skills required.
From slow cooker meals to grab-and-go rotisserie chicken with steamed veggies, these whole food options are packed with healthy fats and flavor.
Ditch the drive-thru guilt, weight gain and inflammation, and reclaim mealtime peace.
Join my SHE Thrives Community on Facebook—where THIS WEEK, women in these middle years can download my free e-book The Wholefoods Slow Cooker Recipe Book for 10 simple recipes to get you started.
Join here: https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1FXGvxpBzD/
What does it mean to be a grandparent today?
In this episode, I explore our unique role in the family, sharing practical ways to connect with toddlers through fun, meaningful time together—think simple games, storytelling, and hands-on play.
I’ll also dive into tips for building that special bond and why we should be cautious with photography to protect their privacy in a digital world.
Whether you’re a seasoned grandparent or just starting out, you’ll find ideas to make every moment count.
I highly recommend More Than Grand as a valuable resource for new or seasoned grandparents. https://www.morethangrand.com/
Want more support for life’s middle years?
Join my free SHE Thrives Community on Facebook, where women uplift each other with wisdom and encouragement!
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