Hot flashes aren’t the whole story. We sit down with Kaya Health clinicians Diane and Sierra for frank, science‑rooted talk about perimenopause, menopause, and andropause—and why so many of us feel “off” even when our labs say “normal.” If weight creeps up despite clean eating, sleep breaks at 2 a.m., or your moods swing without warning, you’ll learn what those symptoms signal and how to respond with smarter, safer care.

We break down what changes in the 40s versus the 50s, and why both estrogen highs and lows can feel confusingly similar. You’ll hear why bioidentical hormones are not the same as synthetics, how progesterone can calm night sweats and anxiety. We unpack pellet therapy pros and cons, outline safer dose‑adjustable options, and explain how delivery methods like topical estradiol can lower clot risk. For anyone with complex histories—including clots or cancer—we discuss risk‑aware paths, shared decision‑making, and why being heard matters.

Men, you’re in this too. Andropause brings a slow slide in testosterone that affects energy, libido, body composition, and brain clarity—and yes, you need some estrogen for cardiovascular protection. This is prevention, not vanity: better sleep before weight loss, nutrient‑dense food before pills, movement and muscle to protect longevity, and targeted bioidentical hormones to restore function, not chase youth. If you’ve felt dismissed by eight‑minute visits and “everything looks normal,” this conversation offers a roadmap to care that treats the person, not just the paper.

Need a deep breath before the holidays hit full speed? We’re popping in with a candid check-in on where we’ve been, why the pace felt overwhelming, and the simple choices that help you stay human when the calendar won’t slow down. From daylight saving crankiness to “Maycember” madness, we unpack how to practice presence in a season built on hurry.

We start with a heart reset: the honest prayer search me, O God and how admitting your mess can invite real peace. Then we get practical. We talk about scheduling slow nights on purpose—quiet puzzles, a book with soft music, coffee by the tree—so memory has time to form. We share what retail taught us about compassion and boundaries, how to love the person in front of you without losing yourself, and why breath prayers and tiny breaks can change an entire shift.

We also move toward the ache many carry this time of year: grief, seasonal depression, anxiety, and loneliness. Sometimes the holiest gift is sitting under a blanket beside someone who can’t talk yet.

If your soul needs a refill, join us for our She Is Chosen women’s conference at Parkway Church in Roanoke, VA Saturday, December 6th, 9 a.m.–noon. Bring a friend with the code FRIEND for buy one, get one free, and let community reset your pace for the month ahead. If this spoke to you, follow the show, share it with someone who needs a lift, and leave a review so more people can find their breath too.

The snap, crackle, and pop of aging joints might not be what we expected in our forties, but as we navigate this season of life, we're finding both humor and wisdom in the journey.

Jess opens up about her recent knee replacement surgery and the humbling experience of buying a raised toilet seat and walking with a cane before she hit 50. Meanwhile, Steph shares her transition to progressive lenses and how her once-perfect vision took a sudden nosedive after 40. Together, we laugh about bodies that make Rice Krispies sounds when we stand up and how our children are both mortified and fascinated by these new developments.

But amid the physical challenges, we're discovering unexpected gifts. Our conversations with our Gen Z children have revealed important lessons about work-life balance and setting healthy boundaries—concepts our generation wasn't always taught to prioritize. We're learning to honor our limitations, like recognizing when our "social battery" is depleted or acknowledging that sometimes, when the sun goes down at 5 PM, we're just done for the day.

We take a nostalgic trip through technologies that have faded away, from encyclopedias sold door-to-door to mix tapes and AOL's iconic "You've got mail." These shared memories connect us to our past while reminding us how much we've adapted through the years.

While aging isn't always graceful (and certainly isn't for the weak), we're embracing this season with gratitude, perspective, and plenty of laughter. After all, what's the alternative? Join us for this honest, heartfelt conversation about finding joy in life's changing seasons.