In this episode of The Menowave Lounge: Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations, hosts Robin Duke and Janette Blissett welcome Jen Kunkel, a Midlife Women’s Wellness Strategist and host of the Women Rocking Midlife podcast. With a background in chemical and biomedical engineering, Jen challenges outdated views on menopause and embraces a holistic, empowered approach to well-being. In This Episode, We Cover:

✨ How emotional energy gets stored in the body and resurfaces during menopause
✨ The connection between menopause, chakras, and vibrational energy
✨ Practical techniques for releasing stuck emotions and balancing your energy
✨ How mindfulness and meditation can ease menopause symptoms like anxiety and sleep disturbances
✨ The power of setting daily intentions to recognize and manage emotional triggers

Jen shares her personal journey through perimenopause and how she discovered the deep mind-body connection. She offers insightful strategies for shifting energy, healing past emotional imprints, and finding peace during this transformative stage of life. Key Takeaways:

✨ Menopause is not just a physical transition—it’s an emotional and energetic one, too.
✨ Identifying triggers and emotional patterns can help reduce mood swings and anxiety.
✨ Simple practices like chakra balancing, mindful eating, and daily reflection can make a big difference.
✨ Menopause is not just a physical transition—it’s an emotional and energetic one, too.
✨ Identifying triggers and emotional patterns can help reduce mood swings and anxiety.
✨ There is no one-size-fits-all approach—find what works best for your body, mind, and spirit.

Looking for more support on your menopause journey? Join our supportive community for expert resources, connection, and inspiration designed to help you thrive through every stage of midlife.

About Our Guest:
Jen Kunkel is on a mission to empower women to take control of their own physical, mental, and emotional well-being. Despite holding a degree in Chemical/Biomedical Engineering, she, like many women, has been frustrated by conflicting and missing mainstream advice on women's fitness and health. Jen believes that society’s approach to menopause and aging is outdated—it's not a disease to be cured, nor a fact of life to simply suffer through. Instead, she advocates for a holistic, high-vibration, and purposeful lifestyle that allows women to take personal responsibility for their well-being. Having overcome teen depression through fitness, meditation, and personal growth, Jen turned to these same methods when facing the emotional turmoil of perimenopause. Through deeper exploration of the mind-body-emotion connection, she developed transformative practices that helped her escape anxiety and depression, dramatically improving her quality of life.

Now, she helps other women experience their own enchanted menopause journey.

Learn more about Jen and listen to her podcast at jenkunkel.com and wildsavvy.com. If you’re stuck in the Meno Spiral of Doom, get Jen’s latest FREE resource at wildsavvy.com/gift. Tune in for a fascinating discussion on emotional well-being, energy healing, and how to thrive through midlife with vitality and self-awareness.

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In this episode of The Menowave Lounge: Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations, hosts Robin Duke and Janette Blissett dive into the complexities of intimacy, relationships, and self-care during menopause. As women experience hormonal shifts, changing libido, and emotional transitions, these changes also impact their relationships—especially with partners going through their own midlife transformations.

Robin and Janette explore:

✨ How menopause and “men-opause” affect intimacy and connection
✨ Ways to communicate openly with your partner about changing needs
✨ The role of self-care, humor, and grace in navigating this life stage
✨ How to embrace new dimensions of intimacy beyond physical connection

Whether you're partnered or single, this episode offers real talk, expert insights, and empowering strategies to help you redefine intimacy and deepen emotional connections during menopause.

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In this episode ofThe Menowave Lounge: Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations, hosts Robin Duke and Janette Blissett welcomeZuzana Turinic, a Fitness Trauma Menopause Coach with over two decades of experience in health and fitness. Zuzana’s journey began in Slovakia, where she earned her first fitness certification and led aerobics classes. After moving to Australia, she deepened her commitment to empowering women, even winning a bodybuilding competition in her 40s. But when she faced a cancer diagnosis and the onset of perimenopause, her perspective on health and strength transformed. Now, she’s on a mission to help women navigate menopause with confidence and vitality.

Join us as Zuzana shares her90-day framework for creating a sustainable healthy lifestyle. We’ll explore:✅ Why strength training is a game-changer for menopause and longevity✅ How to overcome barriers like fear and uncertainty around fitness✅ The step-by-step plan to build consistency, increase intensity, and sustain progress✅ The mindset shifts that turn exercise into self-care instead of a chore

Tune in forpractical, empowering strategies to take control of your health and thrive at any stage of life.

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In this episode of The Menowave Lounge: Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations, hosts Robin Duke and Janette Blissett sit down with women’s health expert Maraya Brown to explore how ambitious women can reclaim their vitality, balance their hormones, and thrive through the menopause journey.Maraya shares her powerful story of transformation, insights from over 23 years of experience, and practical strategies to help women unlock confidence, energy, and passion—all while navigating the demands of modern life.Tune in to discover actionable tips for embracing your changing body, advocating for your health, and building a vibrant, balanced life.Feeling inspired by this episode? Take the next step on your wellness journey! Join our supportive community and access exclusive resources designed to help you thrive through every stage of life. https://www.facebook.com/groups/439232282854798Join Maraya for Pause and reclaim your time - stop struggling to figure it out on your own and enduring poor care: https://www.facebook.com/events/s/pause/2019406991833281/

In this episode of The Menowave Lounge: Hot Flashes and Cool Conversations, Coach Robin Duke sits down with health and fitness expert Patricia Ivory to explore how women over 40 can conquer weight loss resistance, balance their hormones, and reclaim their vitality.

Patricia shares her unique muscle-centric approach, insights from working with over 600 women, and practical tips for breaking through plateaus and achieving lasting health.

Tune in to discover actionable strategies for living a vibrant, balanced life and embracing your best self at any age!

Ready to take control of your health and embrace vibrant living? Visit Menowave.org to discover empowering resources, expert coaching, and a supportive community designed to help you thrive during menopause and beyond.

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Coach Patricia Ivory is a health, fitness & body composition expert specializing in helping women over 40 overcome weight loss resistance, balance hormones, and restore vitality.

Certified by the Health Coach Institute, she is pursuing advanced training in Functional Nutrition for Hormone Balance and Weight Loss through Metabolic Mentor University. A certified Personal Trainer and nutritionist with a muscle-centric approach, she also holds certifications in Pilates and Life Coaching.

With over 600 success stories, Coach Patricia empowers women to break through plateaus, transform their bodies, and achieve sustainable, holistic health.

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In this episode of the Menowave Lounge, hosts Robin and Marti, along with guest Jennifer Gilliland, discuss practical strategies to reduce holiday stress for women in menopause. They explore setting realistic expectations, asking for help, honoring traditions, and staying present. Jennifer, a registered dietitian and licensed therapist, shares insights on managing seasonal anxiety and the importance of self-care, planning, and asking for support. The episode emphasizes the need to prioritize personal well-being while creating joyful holiday experiences and offers tips on how women can navigate this season with less chaos and more joy.

00:00 Introduction to Holiday Stress in Menopause

00:45 Meet the Hosts and Guest

01:28 Understanding Holiday Stress and Anxiety

04:24 Managing Expectations and Traditions

15:41 Prioritizing Self-Care and Health

26:18 The Importance of Connection and Asking for Help

32:49 Final Thoughts and Holiday Wishes

Jennifer Gilliland: ⁠jennifergillilandnutrition.com

Robin Duke: https://www.bodymindcoaching.biz/

Marti Daly: marti@martidaly.com

Join the Menopause Support Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/439232282854798

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In this episode of The Menowave Lounge hosts Coach Robin, Coach Marti, and guest Coach Allie Thiess, a board-certified sexologist, discuss the challenges menopause poses to intimacy. They explore ways to reignite desire by addressing body image issues, energy levels, emotional well-being, and the importance of open communication with partners. The episode offers practical advice including the use of aphrodisiacs, lubricants, and essential oils, and emphasizes the value of self-acceptance and holistic sexual wellness at any age.

00:00 Introduction to Menopause and Intimacy

00:45 Meet the Hosts and Guest Expert

01:20 Recap of Last Week's Episode

01:48 Body Image and Sexuality

02:10 Bedroom Environment and Sensuality

04:23 Understanding Body Changes

08:37 Vaginal Health and Lubricants

12:01 Energy and Vibration in Relationships

23:42 Mind and Mental Engagement in Intimacy

26:54 Understanding Love Languages and Physical Touch

27:13 Men's 'Nothing Box' and Gender Differences

29:30 The Mystery of Unsolicited Photos

30:57 Emotional Readiness for Intimacy

33:37 Exploring Aphrodisiacs

41:02 The Role of Lubricants in Intimacy

44:09 Rediscovering Intimacy and Communication

45:43 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Helpful Links:

Allie Theiss: https://thepassionzone.com/

Robin Duke: https://www.bodymindcoaching.biz/

Marti Daly: marti@martidaly.com

Join the Menopause Support Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/439232282854798

Check out Menowave: menowave.org

In this episode of the Menowave Lounge, hosts Coach Robin and Coach Marti, along with guest expert Allie Theiss—a board-certified sexologist and relationship expert—discuss how to rekindle intimacy and desire during menopause. They delve into the psychological, emotional, and environmental factors affecting libido in menopausal women. Allie introduces her holistic 'SheBeMe Whole Woman Framework' and provides practical tips, like reading romance novels and setting a conducive environment for intimacy. The conversation addresses common menopausal challenges, including brain fog, emotional upheavals, and relationship dynamics, offering hope and strategies for maintaining a vibrant sex life.

00:00 Introduction to Rekindling Intimacy During Menopause

00:48 Meet the Hosts and Special Guest

01:07 Allie Thies: Expert in Holistic Sexual Wellness

02:16 Personal Stories and Menopause Challenges

05:55 Understanding the Impact of Hormones on Libido

10:26 Reigniting the Spark: Practical Tips

12:53 Communicating with Your Partner

20:39 Breaking Routine and Rediscovering Romance

22:37 Breaking the Autopilot: Embracing Pattern Interrupts

24:28 Introducing the SheBeMe Method

25:13 Spirituality and Libido: Finding the Connection

26:40 Navigating Past Experiences and Their Impact

29:12 Redefining Intimacy in Adulthood

32:06 Health and Libido: Physical and Mental Well-being

37:44 Creating the Right Environment for Intimacy

42:32 Final Thoughts and Encouragement

Helpful Links:

Sign up for the Menopalooza Retreat in Sedona, AZ November 4-7 2024: https://www.menowaveretreats.com/

Allie Theiss: https://thepassionzone.com/

Robin Duke: https://www.bodymindcoaching.biz/

Marti Daly: marti@martidaly.com

Join the Menopause Support Group on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/groups/439232282854798

Check out Menowave: menowave.org