Peach Grayson wrote the book on menopause. Well, at least three of them. After her own tumultuous menopause journey, she realized there were a lot of women, men, and even doctors in desperate need of menopause knowledge. Michelle wraps up Healthy Aging Month with a crucial conversation on importance of understanding menopause for both women and men. Peach discusses her series of books aimed at demystifying the big M with humor and accessible information, including a special guide for men to better support women through this phase. With candid insights and practical advice, this episode aims to change the conversation around menopause and improve the quality of life for all those experiencing it.

Connect with Peach:
IG: @GraysonPeach
Check out the books:

1. Let’s Talk Menopause – You’re Not Crazy!
2. Let's Talk Menopause Fact vs. Fiction
3. Let's Talk (The men's guide!)

Connect with Michelle:
betterbeings.net
IG: @be.a.better.being
@betterbeingsus
YouTube: Michelle Zellner - Be A Better Being Podcast playlist

Kalia Garrido is the founder of Healthy Women Leaders. With Michelle she discusses the inspiration behind the organization, the launch of her new book, and the core life lessons surrounding radical self-care. Kalia also shares her journey from running a tech development company to creating a community focused on wellness, networking, and personal growth. They dive into the importance of knowing yourself, managing stress, and implementing sustainable habits for better health and satisfaction. Small, consistent changes in are the key to using radical self care to achieve a fulfilling life!

Connect with Kalia:
healthywomenleaders.com
IG: @healthywomenleaders
LinkedIn: Healthy Women Leaders
YouTube: @HealthyWomenLeaders

Connect with Michelle:
betterbeings.net
IG: @be.a.better.being
@betterbeingsus
YouTube: Michelle Zellner - Be A Better Being Podcast playlist

Trigger warning: This episode discusses suicide and mental health struggles. It may be distressing to some listeners.

Ethnographer Jinhyun Shin has been preventing suicides since a fateful phone call at age 15. He highlights the role loneliness and lack of real connection play in suicide, reminds us that the descent to suicidal ideation is never sudden, and urges us to abandon the idea of normal. Jin and Michelle also explore the impact of technology, identity or lack thereof, and the importance of vulnerability and strong support networks. Fostering conversation, community, and connection is the best way to prevent suicide.

If you or someone you know is struggling with suicidal ideation, support is out there.

You can call or text 988 or chat at 988lifeline.org for 24/7 support.
You can also text 'TALK' to 741741.

Only 1% of 988 calls require an emergency dispatch. You are NOT at risk of intervention by law enforcement when you use this hotline.

Connect with Jin:
penciv.com
IG: @pencivmedia
LinkedIn: Jinhyun Shin

Connect with Michelle:
betterbeings.net
IG: @be.a.better.being
@betterbeingsus
YouTube: Michelle Zellner - Be A Better Being Podcast playlist