What happens when the career everyone recognizes no longer fits the life or health you want?

Former television news anchor Nikki Burdine joins Carrie and Lori for an honest conversation about life after morning news, rebuilding after an unexpected career change, and becoming more present for the people who matter most.

Nikki shares how years of waking up at 2:30 a.m., working inside a windowless newsroom, and reporting difficult stories affected her mood, inflammation, nervous system, and Tourette syndrome. She also opens up about her transition into content creation and why she has embraced building a career as an influencer.

The conversation also gets refreshingly real about perimenopause, unexplained anger, changing skin, hormone replacement therapy, Botox, PRP treatments, aging, and the pressure women feel to hide what they do to look and feel their best.

In this episode, we discuss:

• Life after working in television news
• How disrupted sleep can affect your physical and mental health
• Nikki's experience living and working with Tourette syndrome
• The connection between stress, anxiety, and the nervous system
• Unexpected symptoms of perimenopause
• Honest conversations about Botox, PRP, skincare, and aging
• Why women should be able to make their own beauty choices without shame
• Turning social media into an income stream
• Reinventing yourself after losing a job
• Why no woman should rely entirely on one source of income

This conversation is candid, funny, and full of the kinds of things women often experience but do not always say out loud.

What part of Nikki's story resonated with you most? Tell us in the comments.

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Disclaimer: This episode shares personal experiences and opinions for informational and entertainment purposes. It is not medical advice. Speak with a qualified healthcare professional about your individual health needs.

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