In this episode, we break down why midlife women often struggle with boundaries, how early conditioning plays a role, and how to set strong yet flexible boundaries without guilt.

You’ll learn how to recognize your needs, communicate your boundaries confidently (especially at work), and navigate the uncomfortable rebound that comes with change.

By the end of this episode, you'll have a clearer understanding of your own boundaries and practical steps to communicate them in a way that supports your energy, well-being, and relationships.

If you’re ready to reclaim your energy and stop feeling drained by everyone else’s demands, this episode is for you!

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This week, I’m joined by Debbie Lash—yoga teacher, health coach, and psychedelic breath facilitator—who shares her powerful midlife transformation story.

Debbie walked away from a high-powered corporate career after a major wake-up call—hitting rock bottom. Her journey led her to deep healing through yoga and psychedelic breathwork, and ultimately, to a life of purpose and alignment.

"I started by getting a rash on my body, and that rash put me into bed. I had aches and pains, but I actually couldn't get out of bed for three weeks."

In this conversation, Debbie opens up about the challenges she’s faced, from adoption and abandonment wounds to the emotional complexity of reconnecting with her birth family. She shares how midlife, menopause, and breathwork have shaped her path, and what it really takes to navigate deep personal transformation.

We also explore the power of psychedelic breathwork—what makes it different, how it helps access the subconscious, and why it’s a profound tool for healing.

If you’re feeling stuck, on the edge of change, or simply curious about what’s possible in midlife, this episode is for you.

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About Debbie Lash

Debbie Lash is a seasoned Yoga Teacher, Health Coach, and certified Psychedelic Breath Facilitator, now living in the beautiful surroundings of Mallorca, Spain. She leads transformative retreats and workshops worldwide, creating an inviting space with her innate warmth and contagious energy, ensuring everyone feels seen and welcomed.

Having previously resided in Los Angeles for seven years, Debbie honed her skills by completing a 500-hour RYT Teacher Training with YogaWorks and earning certification as an IIN Health Coach. Her influence has extended beyond studio walls, reaching celebrities, surgeons, families, couples, and even enriching children's lives through a dedicated kids yoga program at her children’s school.

After overcoming her own challenges with gut health, Debbie empathetically understands the complexities of healing and specializes in a holistic approach to help others reclaim control over their health. Her guiding mantra, "You are just one decision away from change," reflects her unwavering commitment to empowering individuals on their wellness journey.

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This week, I'm inviting you to explore the transformative journey of menopause with my special guest Priscilla Te Hau. Priscilla is the founder of the Ruahine Menopause Empowerment Symposium taking place in Rotorua December 14, 2024.

As soon as I saw that the symposium was happening I knew I needed to learn more about this groundbreaking event and was thrilled that Priscilla agreed to kōrero with me about her journey through Ruahinetanga menopause and how this became the driving force behind creating the Ruahine Menopause Empowerment Symposium, which aims to reignite indigenous knowledge surrounding menopause.

We dive deep into the emotions and energies surrounding midlife, and we examine the urgent need for a framework supporting wāhine through midlife changes and how Priscilla is pioneering this shift with her symposium, which brings together experts to talk about everything from Te Ao Māori perspective of menopause and ageing, to specific rongoā for menopause symptoms.

Be sure to check out Priscilla’s symposium on December 14th and explore the resources available for our listeners seeking to deepen their understanding of midlife changes.

Click here to learn more about Priscilla’s symposium and register!

Wāhine referenced in this episode:

Ngahuia Murphy - https://www.ngahuiamurphy.com/intuitive-ritual

Dr Aroha Yates-Smith

Awhitia Mihaere

Te Raina Ferris

About Priscilla Te Hau:

Founding Director

Te Ohomauri Innovations

TOI Wāhine Empowerment

Priscilla holds a postgraduate qualification in Māori and Indigenous Leadership and is working towards completing the master’s degree in the same field. She also completed a Certificate in Indigenous Research, which, alongside her studies in social work and counseling, guided her towards her true passion: developing kaupapa Māori programs and cultural frameworks.

Throughout her career, Priscilla has been dedicated to creating culturally aligned support systems. Notable achievements include developing a women’s program at Emerge Aotearoa and designing a Māori model of practice that reflects the organisation’s values and processes. While at Te Taumata o Ngāti Whakaue, Priscilla developed the framework and processes for The Whare Manaaki program, which now underpins the supported housing pathways delivered by Lifewise.

Her work Is driven by a commitment to empowering wāhine and whānau through culturally grounded and community-focused initiatives.

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