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How to Defeat Your Cravings with Dr. Glenn Livingston Dec 06, 2023

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Ah, the holiday season. It's a time filled with joy, love, and... indulgence. Now, I know the holiday season can sometimes make us feel like everything goes off the rails when it comes to our eating habits. But fear not! This episode is perfectly timed to provide you with the tools and strategies you need to navigate this time of year with confidence and self-control.

In this latest episode of the Menopause Mastery Podcast, we have the incredible Dr. Glenn Livingston on the show, and together, we tackle the nitty-gritty of binging, emotional eating, and how to regain control over our relationship with food. Dr. Glenn's expertise in psychology and his unique background makes this conversation an absolute must-listen.

Dr. Glenn is a veteran Psychologist and a renowned expert in defeating cravings and creating a life of health, vitality, and passion. We had such an engaging conversation, delving into the psychology behind binging and emotional eating behaviors, and helping us gain a clear understanding of why we turn to food for comfort or as a coping mechanism. By unraveling the root causes, we can begin to address and overcome these patterns.

Tune in to learn how to take charge of our eating habits and find balance during this challenging time. From mindful eating to creating healthy boundaries, you'll discover actionable steps to shut down those cravings and reclaim your power over food. Trust me, you don't want to miss out on the strategies Dr. Glenn shared to stay on track while still enjoying the festivities guilt-free!

Key Takeaways:

[00:03:05] Weight loss struggles and journey.

[00:06:19] Addiction and food industry tactics.

[00:09:14] Flipping the paradigm.

[00:11:56] Hyper-palatability and excitotoxins.

[00:13:11] Processed foods downregulate pleasure.

[00:16:53] Cravings and food industry.

[00:19:20] The problem with processed foods.

[00:20:18] Take control of your food decisions.

[00:25:46] Progress, not perfection in eating.

[00:30:15] Dealing with communal eating.

[00:31:26] Drawing boundaries for food.

[00:33:53] Breathing techniques for relaxation.

[00:36:32] Diet and lifestyle importance.

[00:39:16] Overcoming cravings and finding hope.

Memorable Quotes:

"You eat processed foods all the time. It not only downregulates your ability to experience pleasure with food, it downgrades your ability to experience pleasure, period." – Dr. Glenn Livingston

"We don't crave things we know we can never have. It's like giving a prisoner a life sentence. Eventually they lose hope because hope is a waste of energy. And in that situation, and the brain wants to conserve energy. So, if you know you really can't have it, the brain will stop craving it eventually." – Dr. Glenn Livingston

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The Top 5 Questions Your Doctor Should Be Able to Answer Nov 29, 2023

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In today's healthcare system, it is crucial for patients to view their medical and healthcare providers as partners rather than dictators. This shift in perspective allows for a more collaborative and personalized approach to healthcare, ultimately leading to better outcomes for patients.

As women, we deserve the best care during our transformative season of life, the season of menopause. That's why I dedicated this episode to discussing the qualities you should look for in a provider who truly understands your unique needs and challenges. From their willingness to say "I don't know" to their commitment to research and coordination, I explore the essential traits that make a healthcare provider exceptional.

Change is inevitable, especially in the world of medicine. In this episode, I also highlight how healthcare is constantly evolving and adapting to meet the needs of a changing society. It's crucial to stay informed and embrace these changes to ensure you receive the best care possible.

Key Takeaways:

[00:01:37] Different experiences of healthcare.

[00:05:40] Authoritarian and dictatorial medical experiences.

[00:07:01] Medicine as a customer service industry.

[00:10:05] Informed consent and pressure.

[00:12:49] Non-surgical alternative treatment.

[00:15:58] Understanding medical jargon.

[00:19:02] Functional medicine and systems biology.

[00:23:15] Internal medicine as quarterback.

[00:24:26] Choose a knowledgeable healthcare provider.

[00:25:43] Electronic medical records frustrations.

[00:26:24] Strong partnership with healthcare provider.

[00:27:37] Medicine is in for an overhaul.

Memorable Quotes

"Because this is a customer service industry and you should be in partnership, right? So, a really good care provider is going to sit down and say, what goals are you looking to achieve? What things are important to you? And then share what they've find based on labs tests and all this other stuff and then start marrying their responsibility because we got to face it, your medical provider actually takes legal responsibility for your health care." – Betty Murray

"Your provider should be able to have the strength and resolve in their own capacity and reality to say, I don't know. And either it's not something I'm great at, but maybe I can find somebody who is, or I can be a partner with you in that process." – Betty Murray

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Angry at the Right Things Podcast

Is Suppressed Anger Causing Your Depression and Anxiety? with Bronwyn Schweigerdt, LMFT Nov 22, 2023

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Anger is often seen as a negative and destructive emotion. However, our special guest in this episode challenges this perception and argues that anger is actually a healthy emotion that should be embraced and understood. She encourages individuals, particularly women in the second season of life, the menopause phase, to recognize that anger is a valid and necessary emotion.

Today, I had the pleasure of interviewing a renowned Psychotherapist, Bronwyn Schweigerdt, LMFT, who shares her insights and expertise on managing anger during menopause. We delve into the reasons behind anger, how to navigate it, and why it's important to address the underlying emotions causing it.

Bronwyn's approach to therapy is truly unique. Instead of simply fixing people's problems, she aims to elicit the feelings we often bury deep inside ourselves. Rage, hatred, and anger - these emotions may be invisible, but they don't just disappear. She believes that by acknowledging and processing these emotions, we can unlock a path to mental wellness and even prevent the onset of mental illness. It's a powerful reminder that our emotions deserve validation and exploration.

I'm truly grateful to have had the opportunity to speak with Bronwyn and share her invaluable insights with all of you. This episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate their emotions, improve their mental well-being, and cultivate a healthier relationship with anger.

Key Takeaways:

[00:01:46] Eliciting hidden, powerful emotions.

[00:03:52] Texas and southern women's emotions.

[00:04:23] Embrace and validate your anger.

[00:06:17] Suppressed anger affects mental health.

[00:07:20] Our relationship with anger.

[00:10:32] Depressive experiences.

[00:13:31] Anger is a valid signal.

[00:15:49] Unexpressed anger can cause trauma.

[00:18:09] Betrayal and PTSD.

[00:20:06] Expressing anger is empowering.

[00:21:29] Resilience in the next generation.

[00:24:44] Being our authentic selves.

[00:26:51] Family communication and expression.

[00:29:53] Podcast: "Angry at the Right Things."

[00:30:16] The power of anger.

Memorable Quotes

"We're going to feel some anger. And that's a natural human response. So, there's no such thing as an angry person, just like there's no such thing as a breathing person. It's okay to be angry." – Bronwyn Schweigerdt, LMFT

"Being true to ourselves, not betraying ourselves, it's going to piss people off. It is. And we're going to have to be okay with disappointing people. You know, a lot of us were raised, don't disappoint mom and dad, don't disappoint, don't disappoint. You know what? In order to be our authentic selves and not betray ourselves and therefore not be depressed and not be anxious, we're going to have to make some people mad." – Bronwyn Schweigerdt, LMFT

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Helping Him Thrive: A Woman's Guide to Men's Health and Hormonal Shifts Nov 15, 2023

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Did you know that women make 87% of all buying decisions in the home, including health-related choices? As the primary decision-makers, we have the power to shape our family's health and well-being. In this episode, we shed light on the importance of women taking the lead in prioritizing health and making informed decisions to support the men in their lives in improving their health and well-being.

I had the pleasure of sitting down with Dr. Tracy Gapin for this week's episode. He's a Board-Certified Urologist, renowned expert in men's health and performance, and the Founder of the Gapin Institute, the global leader in High Performance Health. As much as I love answering your questions about women's health, I realized that I needed to bring in an expert to shed light on the important topic of men's health. Dr. Tracy shares valuable insights and practical tips on how to support your man's health journey.

We also dive into Dr. Tracy's journey into the functional medicine community and how he became passionate about helping men achieve optimal health. His expertise and enthusiasm are truly inspiring, and I know you'll find his story captivating.

But that's not all! We also discuss the power of purpose and accountability, and how they can drive us to achieve our health goals. Dr. Tracy shares his thoughts on setting atomic habits and staying focused on our why. You won't want to miss these valuable nuggets of wisdom!

And for all the ladies out there, Dr. Tracy offers advice on how to start a conversation with your husband about taking the next steps towards better health. We all know it can be challenging to broach this topic without sounding like a nag, but Dr. Tracy has some fantastic suggestions to make the conversation productive and supportive.

Key Takeaways:

[00:00:07] Testosterone levels decline with age.

[00:05:37] Men's resistance to making changes.

[00:06:11] Shifting men's health paradigm.

[00:09:23] Advanced diagnostic testing and protocols.

[00:13:01] Men's mental health crisis.

[00:15:03] Testosterone levels and health.

[00:17:48] Toxins and low testosterone.

[00:21:21] Scheduling self-care and mindfulness.

[00:23:36] Women's role in healthcare.

[00:26:16] Men's health and telehealth.

Memorable Quotes

"But when their sexual performance starts to decline, suddenly they're willing to come in and seek help. And so, my emphasis, my priority, my focus when it comes to really shifting the men's health paradigm is to get men to think about it very differently and to take a very proactive approach." – Dr. Tracy Gapin

"So that is my big why. And everything I do revolves around that. And every decision I make, is it in alignment with my why. And if it's not, then it doesn't belong in my life because it doesn't serve my higher purpose. And so, it helps me get grounded. It helps me really focus on my purpose and it helps drive me to do the hard things that you don't want to do." – Dr. Tracy Gapin

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