Insights from the Couch - Real Talk for Women at Midlife
Insights from the Couch is your go-to podcast for smart, self-aware women in midlife navigating perimenopause, burnout, marriage shifts, identity changes, and the emotional chaos of “What now?” Hosted by best friends and seasoned therapists Colette Fehr and Laura Bowman, this is where therapy meets real life — bold conversations, hard truths, and powerful tools to help you get unstuck and come alive.
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Insights from the Couch - Real Talk for Women at Midlife
Ep.26: Minisode: Takeaways from Women's Health Conversation Conference
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We’re back with a special holiday-themed minisode series! While today’s conversation isn’t centered on the holidays, we dive into meaningful topics that will resonate with anyone navigating midlife, health, and self-care. This week, we reflect on gratitude, personal growth, and takeaways from an incredible women’s health summit we attended. Whether it’s about dealing with holiday stress or embracing life’s challenges, we’re here to share insights and invite your questions. Plus, don’t miss our discussion on perimenopause, menopause, and why understanding your health is the ultimate gift to yourself.
Episode Highlights
[0:59] - Colette and Laura share their Thanksgiving recaps and the art of embracing rejection.
[5:00] - How visualization and positive thinking can guide personal growth and resilience.
[10:43] - Key takeaways from the Women’s Health Summit: the truth about menopause, hormone therapy, and why muscle mass matters.
[15:30] - The risks of ignoring perimenopause and why women’s health research is so vital.
[21:40] - Building better fitness habits: heavy lifting, brisk walking, and redefining self-care.
[26:55] - How mindset can make midlife the most vibrant chapter of your life.
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