Wake Her Up

What makes someone walk away from everything they've ever known and believed? In this deeply personal episode, we share the raw and vulnerable story of why we left Mormonism. From the first unsettling sparks of doubt to the unraveling of deeply rooted beliefs, we explore what it's like to question a system that once gave your life purpose, direction, and belonging.We talk about the courage it takes to leave behind a community that shaped your identity—and the confusion, grief, and loneliness that often follow. This is not just a story about religion; it’s a story about waking up to yourself, learning to trust your inner voice, and finding truth in places you never expected.If you’ve ever felt the ground shift under your feet—whether in faith, marriage, motherhood, or identity—this one’s for you.🎙️ Hosts on Social MediaSharon Johnson – @sharon.a.life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharon.a.life/ instagram.comMarcella Hill – @beingmarcellahill on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingmarcellahill/All the perimenopause resources, HRT provider directory, community support, and tools are available at WakeHerUp.co: https://www.wakeherup.co/🔗 WakeHerUp Resources

In this powerful and informative episode, I’m joined by Allannah, the Founder and CEO of Raena Health, for a deep dive into the world of women’s hormones. We unpack the vital roles of progesterone, DHEA, pregnenolone, and Bi-Est cream, and how these often-overlooked hormones can dramatically impact energy, mood, libido, sleep, and mental clarity—especially during perimenopause and menopause.Allannah shares her personal journey that led to founding Raena Health, and why she’s on a mission to bring clarity, support, and effective solutions to women navigating midlife hormonal changes.✨ Exclusive Offer:Explore Raena’s personalized hormone support and get a discount with code WAKEHERUP at checkout:Find our free community and directory at www.WAKEHERUP.co

In this deeply personal and powerful episode of Wake Her Up, we sit down with our brother to talk about the heartbreaking journey he and his wife have endured through infertility and the unimaginable pain of eight miscarriages.This is more than a story of loss — it’s a rare and raw look at the male perspective in a space so often centered around women. We explore how his experience has shaped him as a husband, a man, and a brother, and how women's healthcare — or the lack of support within it — affects not just women, but their partners and entire families.This conversation is an invitation for couples to feel less alone in their grief. Whether you’ve walked a similar path or want to better understand the quiet heartbreak so many face, this episode is about connection, compassion, and the courage to speak the unspeakable.Find us on social mediaMarcella HillSharon JohnsonFind the free community and hormone therapy directory at WAKEHERUP.CO

In this powerful episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson sit down with the brilliant and compassionate Dr. Jessica Shepherd—OBGYN, women’s health expert, and fierce advocate for empowering women through every stage of life.We dive deep into the truth about perimenopause and menopause—what’s really happening in our bodies, why so many women feel ignored or dismissed by the medical system, and how to finally get the support and answers we deserve.Dr. Shepherd breaks down the science in a way that makes sense, shares how we can advocate for ourselves in doctor’s offices, and reminds us that we’re not crazy—we’re hormonal, and that matters. This episode is packed with validation, real talk, and tangible tools to help you feel informed, seen, and powerful in your midlife journey.💥 Topics We Cover:The signs and symptoms of perimenopause (that no one tells you about)How to talk to your doctor and get real answersWhy hormone therapy is misunderstood—and how it can actually helpThe emotional and mental shifts that come with this phase of lifeWhat it means to truly wake her up during the most transformative time in a woman’s lifeYou don’t have to suffer in silence or feel invisible. You’re not alone—and you’re not done yet.🔗 Learn more about Dr. Jessica Shepherd: www.jessicashepherdmd.com📲 Follow Marcella & SharonTikTok: @beingmarcellahillInstagram: @beingmarcellahillDirectory | Resources | Products: www.WakeHerUp.co📖 Grab Marcella’s book Wake Her Up — available now on Amazon, Audible, and Kindle!#WakeHerUp #MenopauseSupport #PerimenopauseAwareness #JessicaShepherdMD #WomensHealth #HormoneHealth #MidlifeWomen #MarcellaHill #PodcastForWomen

In this episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson dive into the big question so many midlife women are asking: Is it possible to have a personal transformation without blowing up your marriage?We’re talking midlife glow-ups, redefining independence inside a relationship, and what it really means to reclaim your autonomy without abandoning your partner. From sleep divorces to getting your own bedroom (yes, really), we explore how carving out space—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—can be the key to deeper self-discovery and connection.Whether you’re craving more freedom, feeling stuck in old patterns, or just wondering if there's more for you in this season of life, this episode is your permission slip to explore new possibilities—without needing to walk away from everything.💬 Topics We Cover:Can you change without losing your relationship?What a “sleep divorce” is and why more women are choosing itThe difference between isolation and autonomyHow to allow your partner space and claim your own✨ This conversation is raw, real, and full of “Oh my god, me too” moments. Tune in and find the courage to wake her up—the you that’s been waiting.Find yourself through self pleasure at my favorite intimacy toy shop https://oboo.love/discount/WAKEHERUPFind more midlife & hormonal support at www.WakeHerUp.co

In this powerful episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill sits down with Melissa Vogel from The Bomb Life Podcast to talk about something many of us face but few openly discuss—breakups in midlife. Whether it's the end of a romantic relationship, friendship, or even a shift in family dynamics, these losses can shake us to our core.Marcella and Melissa explore what it really means to mourn the loss of meaningful relationships without losing yourself in the process. They dive into how to honor your grief, what to take away from the experience, and the deep truth that losing relationships is not a sign that something is wrong with you—it's a natural part of living, growing, and evolving.If you've ever wondered how to navigate heartbreak while still becoming your most awakened self, this conversation will remind you that breakups aren’t breakdowns—they're breakthroughs.Listen in and wake up to the wisdom that midlife has to offer—even in the moments of loss.Find Melissa Vogel on Instagram HEREFind midlife support and community at WakeHerUp.co

In this episode of Wake Her Up, sisters Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson are getting real (and a little hilarious) about one of the most essential ingredients to a woman’s well-being: community. Spoiler alert—it’s not just nice to have, it’s biologically necessary. Yep, science backs your group chat.We’re talking about why women are wired to thrive in connection, what happens when we don’t have it (hello, burnout and binge-watching sadness), and how to actually find or create your people—even if you're starting from scratch or you're the awkward one at the potluck.We’ll share our own stories of building sisterhood from scratch, stumbling through lonely seasons, and discovering how powerful it is when women truly show up for each other.Whether you’ve got a crew or you’re craving one, this episode is your friendly nudge (or maybe loving shove) to seek out the kind of connection that fuels your joy, health, and sanity.✨ Come laugh with us, maybe cry a little, and leave inspired to build the kind of community that wakes you up too.Find COMMUNITY at www.WakeHerUp.coJoin our EVENTS at www.WakeHerUp.co/events

Ever felt like you needed to scream into a pillow—or off the edge of a cliff—but didn’t know where to go or if it was even “okay” to feel that way? This Episode is for every woman who’s ever been told to calm down when what she really needed was to let it out.Join Sharon Johnson and Marcella Hill as we crack open the taboo around women’s rage, explore the shame we carry for feeling “too much,” and talk about what it means to truly wake up to the power of our emotions. From personal stories to somatic practices, we dive deep into the messy, beautiful truth of being a woman with big feelings—and what we can actually do to move those emotions through the body.This isn’t about fixing you. This is about freeing you.🎧 Listen in, laugh, cry, scream (yes, scream!)—and finally feel seen.🌀 Join our free community + get resources: www.WakeHerUp.co📲 Follow us on Instagram:Marcella: @BeingMarcellaHillSharon: @Sharon.a.lifeLet’s stop apologizing for being angry. Let’s wake her up.

In this episode of theWake Her Up podcast, we're diving into the idea that being "nice" doesn’t always serve us — and sometimes, it can get us into trouble! We're unpacking how many of us have spent far too long trying to please everyone and stay "nice" at the expense of our own needs. But guess what? Being a good person doesn’t mean we have to say yes to everything or be endlessly accommodating.We’re getting real about setting boundaries, speaking our truth, and learning that it's okay to not be the "nice girl" all the time. Join us as we share our journey of stepping into our power with a cheeky, no-nonsense attitude, and learn why being kind and being firm can go hand-in-hand.Ready to say goodbye to people-pleasing and hello to unapologetic authenticity? Tune in and get inspired to speak up, set those boundaries, and stop apologizing for taking care of YOU! 🎧✨Follow us at@BeingMarcellaHill@Sharon.a.lifeThank you to our amazing sponsor OBOO.LOVEFind some extra pleasure atwww.oboo.love and use code WAKEHERUP for 20% off

In this episode of Wake Her Up, sisters Sharon Johnson and Marcella Hill dive into the importance of creation in all its forms—whether it’s laughter, art, conversation, or even muffins! They discuss how creating is essential to feeling truly alive and connected to the world around you. Key Points: The transformative power of creativity in daily life. How laughter, art, and even small acts of creation help you feel like you exist. Personal stories from Sharon and Marcella on how creating has shaped their lives. Practical tips for incorporating more creativity into your routine. Special thanks to our sponsor, Microdose! Get 30% off your first order with the code WAKEHERUP at microdose.com. Don't forget to follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes moments: @Sharon.a.life @BeingMarcellaHill Thanks for listening, and remember to wake up your creativity today!

In this empowering episode of Wake Her Up, we’re diving headfirst into a topic that hits close to home for so many of us—our bodies. We’re unmasking the shame that society has tied to body size and breaking through the narrative that smaller equals better. Together, we’ll explore the delicate balance between embracing ourselves as we are and nurturing our health and strength with intention and self-compassion. You’ll hear why our bodies are not the measure of our worth and how to shift from shame to body neutrality—and ultimately, to love and care. With Sharon’s famous mantra, DO IT FAT, we’re redefining what it means to live boldly, unapologetically, and authentically in the body we have right now. Join us as we uncover how to rewrite the story society has handed us, step into a space of acceptance and action, and learn to live fully—no matter our size. If you’re ready to move from judgment to joy, this episode is your wake-up call. Let’s do this! ✨ Don’t miss a moment—follow, subscribe, and share Wake Her Up with your friends. Together, let’s spread the message of self-love and empowerment! And don’t forget to follow us on social media for more inspiration, updates, and conversations. Let’s connect! Find all the resources for midlife and hormones at www.WakeHerUp.co

Welcome to WAKE HER UP with Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson! We’re two sisters exploring what happens when you step away from the rules you grew up with and discover a whole new perspective on life. After leaving the Mormon religion, we were left wondering if we'd become "bad people" without the structure and guidance we once followed. But turns out, we were wrong. Well, kind of. In this podcast, we dive into our journey of breaking free from old beliefs and navigating midlife with fresh eyes. Society told us what it meant to be "good" or "bad," but we’re finding out that we get to define that for ourselves. Midlife has sparked a transformation that’s full of surprises – the things we once thought were "bad" are actually turning out to be some of the best things for us. Join us as we laugh, learn, and grow through our experiences, challenging old ideas and embracing new possibilities. Midlife transformation can be fun, and we’re here for it! Follow us on Instagram: @BeingMarcellaHill @Sharon.a.life Don’t forget to subscribe and share your own awakening with us!

We will all experience grief, so why don't we know how to feel it and support it? Middle age can come with an excessive amount of grief. The loss of a marriage, friends, children, grandparents, parents, and even the idea of what you thought life was supposed to be. It also comes with the need to hold space for others to grieve. We discuss: How to feel uncomfortable feelings How to hold space for others The importance of being whole Not getting lost in grief Different experiences that feel like grief For community and support in mid life come join us at www.WakeHerUp.co Find us on social media Sharon @Sharon.a.life Marcella @BeingMarcellaHill

We have both learned that achieving goals does not increase our value. And expecting ourselves to start new things and go hard in January is stupid. Join me, Marcella Hill and my sister Sharon Johnson as we chat about our new views on setting goals. Trusting Flow vs. Goal Setting Don't Set Goals to Increase Your Value Presence over Doing Hope this episode inspires you to rethink your goals and enjoy being present rather than chasing things to become better. You already are whole as you are. We will all forever be incomplete, so sit back and enjoy whatever ride you want. Find community and support through this midlife awakening in the Wake Her Up private community of over 50K women! JOIN HERE To get your hormones tested go to JOI WOMEN'S WELLNESS use code WAKEHERUP Find more of us on Instagram & Tikok Sharon @Sharon.a.life Marcella @BeingMarcellaHill

Join us sisters, Sharon Johnson and Marcella Hill, as we chat with author Kelly Barnhill about massive life transformations and how to survive and thrive after the unexpected happens. What happens when large parts of how we define ourselves go missing? If you are a writer and can no longer write, who are you? If you are a wife and no longer a wife, who are you? If your body is failing you, who are you? We discuss the power of anger and how to use it. The healing magic of radical acceptance and curiosity. Kelly reads one of my favorite passages from the book that displays how I was feeling in my own body during the beginning of Perimenopause. "It's just too damn small in here!" She is a former teacher, former bartender, former waitress, former activist, former park ranger, former secretary, former janitor and former church-guitar-player. The sum of these experiences have prepared her for exactly nothing – save for the telling of stories, which she has been doing quite happily for some time now. She received the Newbery Medal in 2017, as well as fellowships from the Jerome Foundation and the Minnesota State Arts Board, and the McKnight Foundation. She is the winner of the World Fantasy Award, the Parents Choice Gold Award, the Texas Library Association Bluebonnet, and a Charlotte Huck Honor. She also was a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award, the Andre Norton Award and the PEN/USA literary prize. She has been on the New York Times bestseller list for a bunch of weeks now, as well as the Indie Besteller list.  She is the author of the novels THE GIRL WHO DRANK THE MOON, THE WITCH’S BOY, IRON HEARTED VIOLET and THE MOSTLY TRUE STORY OF JACK, as well as the novella, “The Unlicensed Magician”.  Grab a cozy blanket, snuggle up and enjoy being read to and listening to a story that will inspire you to use your creativity to turn rage into art that can inspire change. Listen/Read When Women Were Dragons HERE Join the Wake Her Up Sisterhood HERE

Midlife brings a lot of change in perspectives and belief systems. We share our new views about marriage while still being married. - What we thought marriage would be - When we noticed it was not what we thought it would be - How we gained new beliefs about relationships -How we are developing new relationships with our current partners -Should marriage be hard? -Is commitment more important than change? -How do you go from saving each other to being whole people sharing a life? -Is it your marriage or is it your HORMONES?! Before you make any big decisions get your hormones checked! Check HERS here use code WAKEHERUP Check HIS here use code WAKEHERUP For more support and community during midlife visit WAKE HER UP.CO Find us on social media Marcella Hill @BeingMarcellaHill Sharon Johnson @Sharon.a.life

Women are not allowed to be angry. We don't know how to be angry. Yet, our society has created enraged women. I discuss RAGE with the author of Rage Becomes Her, Soraya Chemaly. Soraya Chemaly is an award-winning writer and media critic whose writing appears regularly in national and international media including The Atlantic, The Nation, Verge, Quartz, TIME, Salon, The Guardian and The New Statesman.  Her book was part of the beginning of my awakening to realize how much work there is still to be done for women to live in a world where we feel safe. Why is anger allowed for boys but not girls? How can we teach girls to feel and use their anger? Where is this anger coming from? What to do with our anger? Find Soraya Chemaly and her awakening books at https://www.sorayachemaly.com/ For help and community during midlife join our Wake Her Up community at www.WakeHerUp.co

Chat with us sisters Marcella Hill & Sharon Johnson about sorting through depression, trauma, grief and sadness. What's the difference between having depression & being depressed? Depression vs. Grief When to ask for help? Is it depression or Perimenopause? How we're learning to feel feelings Find support and community at www.WakeHerUp.co Get your hormones checked with JOI WOMEN'S WELLNESS, use code WAKEHERUP for 15% off GO NOW Find Sharon @Sharon.a.life Find Marcella @BeingMarcellaHill Nothing we talk about is medical advice. We are just two sisters sharing our experiences to help others feel not so alone. We hope our conversation brings hope and encourages our listeners to seek therapy that's right for them.

I'm Marcella Hill from @BeingMarcellaHill and this is my sister Sharon Johnson from @Sharon.a.life . Join us as we dive deep into our journeys of leaving the Mormon religion and how it opened up a whole new world for us. In this candid and fun episode, we explore how breaking free from the LDS faith led us to become social media influencers in two very different realms. Feel like you're hanging out with your sisters as we share our very real and vulnerable stories, covering everything from navigating religion and hormones to raising kids and overcoming shame. We talk about letting go of expectations and pursuing our dreams amidst challenges like mental health, trauma, and self-doubt. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that’s both uplifting and relatable—perfect for anyone seeking connection and inspiration! Join the FREE Wake Her Up community of over 50K women in midlife all supporting eachother to find what we need to live Awake & Alive! https://www.facebook.com/groups/wakeherup/

In this enlightening episode, Marcella Hill shares her transformative journey from meditation to her first mushroom experience, revealing how it reshaped her understanding of existence. Join Marcella as she recounts the pivotal moments that led her to explore the depths of her consciousness, discussing the profound insights gained through both practices. She dives into the intersection of mindfulness and psychedelics, illustrating how these experiences can catalyze personal growth and self-discovery. Whether you’re curious about meditation, psychedelics, or simply seeking a deeper connection to yourself, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in and discover how embracing these tools can awaken a new perspective on life! To learn more about mushrooms and start your own healing journey visit www.MeetMosaic.co Schedule a 1:1 call with Moscaic to see if this type of therapy is the right next step for you and your awakening.https://calendly.com/meetmosaic/info-session Subscribe to Mosaics Wellness Club for a monthly supply of healing, enlightening, functional mushrooms. Mosaic provides the support to feel educated, informed and safe to explore what your body and soul need.Mosaic is an exclusive wellness club that empowers people to elevate their holistic health and social well-being through self-care, human connection and a consistent supply of functional mushrooms. Mosaic requires that each member apply and schedule a one-on-one wellness consultation to individualize your wellness experience. Follow Marcella on TikTok @beingmarcellahill for more on her journey.