Follow along with this 4-part series and get your FREE pdf companion and bonus gift at:
▶️ https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/holiday-series-gift

It would be nice if we could enjoy our holidays like the star of a Hallmark movie, or like Buddy the Elf. But the reality is that this time of year can be really triggering. From politics to family members to changing family dynamics and grieving the loss of loved ones, it all adds up. And by that, I mean… these triggers can actually cause you to gain weight over the next 6 weeks. And it’s due to more than just the extra indulgence this time of year. There are actually 6 common triggers you may experience this holiday season that can pack on the pounds.

In today’s episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we’re going to answer the question, what are those 6 common triggers, and what are the 5 ways being triggered by your family and friends can actually cause this kind of weight gain? You’ll understand the psychology behind these triggers, and you’ll also get 5 simple steps you can take today to help make the holidays a little more peaceful and a lot less triggering.

If you’re ready to enjoy the most relaxing and meaningful holiday season that focuses on what’s most important, without spiraling into the regret of eating too much, you’re going to want to listen extra closely to this episode. This is Holiday Survival Part 2 of a 4 part series.


Together we unpack:

• The 6 common triggers around the holidays.
• The 5 ways being triggered by your family and friends can actually cause weight gain.
• The psychology behind those triggers.
• 5 simple steps to help make the holidays a little more peaceful and a lot less triggering.

Follow along with this 4-part series and get your FREE pdf companion and bonus gift at:
▶️ https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/holiday-series-gift

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

How many times have you heard the same old outdated weight loss advice around the holidays - eat before you go out so you’re not tempted. And how many times did you try it, and it didn’t work?

That old advice doesn’t work, because the average American gains 6 pounds over the holiday season, and over ⅓ actually put their diet plans on hold. It’s time for a different strategy this holiday season.

In today’s episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we’re going to answer the question, what are the 3 common tips that don’t work, that the experts get completely wrong when it comes to eating healthier over the holidays? You’ll understand why you should ignore this bad advice, and you’ll also get 5 strategies that actually work.

If you’re ready to enjoy the most relaxing and meaningful holiday season that focuses on what’s most important, without spiraling into the regret of eating too much, you’re going to want to listen extra closely to this episode. This is Holiday Survival Part 1 of a 4 part series.


Together, we will unpack:

• What are the 3 common tips that don’t work, that the experts get completely wrong when it comes to eating healthier over the holidays?
• What are 5 strategies you can use to ensure you stay on track this holiday season?

Follow along with this 4-part series and get your FREE pdf companion and bonus gift at:
▶️ https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/holiday-series-gift

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you’re in midlife, wondering how is it that I blinked and all of a sudden… there are weird symptoms and body changes and life changes… and you wish someone would have written a book to tell you everything you need to know about midlife…. And not just the medical stuff, but the gritty stuff. The real stuff. You’re in luck. Because my guest today did just that.

On today’s episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we’ll answer the question… what are the most important topics we need to address in midlife?

To help us answer that, we’ve got Dr. Mikala Albertson, who is the author of the book, Everything I Wish I Could Tell You About Midlife: A Woman’s Guide to Health in the Body You Actually Have. We’re going to cover how you can have a productive conversation with your doctor, the impact of stress in midlife, and more importantly, Dr. Mikala talks about body image, and the delicate balance of how you can love the body you actually have, and still want to improve your weight and health. The story that she shares will surprise you. It’s an episode you don’t want to miss.


Together, we will unpack:

• What inspired you to write Everything I Wish I Could Tell You About Midlife?
• What are some common complaints and symptoms in midlife and how can we have a productive conversation with our doctor?
• How do you address the delicate balance of body image and body positivity with a healthy weight?
• How can we start to change the conversation around women’s health?

Mikala Albertson, MD is a board-certified family practice doctor and well-being advocate who is passionate about women's health and healing in the middle of our messy, ordinary lives. Author of Ordinary on Purpose, Mikala inspires readers to aim for wholehearted living through a gentle, achievable, sustainable approach. She and her husband have five children and live near Salt Lake City, Utah.

Connect with Dr. Mikala:

▶️ Website - https://www.mikalaalbertsonmd.com/

▶️ Book - https://amzn.to/4ed50dH

▶️ Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/mikalaalbertsonmd/

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

We’ve all been there. Someone says something we think is a little off the wall and we become triggered. We stew in our emotions, we want to run away from the situation, and we want to shove that feeling as far back down as we can. But what if instead of ignoring what we’re feeling, we do something different instead?

As we enter midlife, so many things are changing – career transitions, being in the “sandwich” generation of taking care of kids and aging parents, and yes, even menopause, all while trying to figure out who we really are. This transition can be scary and exhilarating all at the same time. You're in luck, because today on Your Midlife Comeback Story, we have the Intuitive Therapist herself, Janis Cohen.

Janis is here to answer the question… what exactly is a midlife makeover?


Together, we will unpack:

• What exactly is a midlife makeover?
• What is it about midlife that is to be celebrated?
• How can you get to a point of curiosity over conviction, when it comes to being triggered?
• Is there one change in midlife that really affects us more than others?
• How is an intuitive therapist different from a traditional therapist?
• What is the number one rule to break in midlife?

Janis Cohen is a therapeutic coach who helps women in midlife, uncover their true authentic self so they can reignite their passion, purpose, and personal power. Janis is the author of The Intuitive Therapist, Podcast host of The Intuitive Therapist Podcast, therapist of 32 years, clairvoyant, empath, and psychic medium who went from having no clue about who she truly was to understanding her purpose and truth clearly by the age of 52. Janis has helped thousands of women uncover THEIR authentic truth and has taught them how to live unapologetically and stand in their power.


Connect With Janis R. Cohen:

▶️ Website - https://janisrcohen.com

▶️ Podcast - http://apple.co/2rEFTeb

▶️ Free Training: Midlife Mentality Makeover – https://janisrcohen.com/mmm/

▶️ Free Guide: 5 Sneaky Things That Are Sabotaging You In Midlife - https://courses.janisrcohen.com/5-sneaky-things

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

Did you know that you could be exposed to 168 chemicals before your first cup of coffee in the morning? And did you know these invisible chemicals are wreaking havoc on your hormones and causing weight gain? These chemicals are called endocrine disruptors, and they’re everywhere—BPA in plastics, phthalates in cosmetics, parabens in lotions, and even microplastics in our environment. What’s worse is that these disruptors don't just mess with your hormones and your weight—they affect your stress levels, your sleep, and even increase your risk of chronic diseases.

But here’s the kicker. This isn’t just negatively affecting you. If you have a spouse, kids, or pets, you’re going to want to listen extra closely to this episode.

In today’s episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we’re going to answer the question… why should you ever want to lessen the toxin load in your home, and what are some easy steps to get started?


Together, we will unpack:

• Assess the fear-mongering online. Is it true, or are these people just crazy?
• Identify specific chemicals and why you should be concerned about each one.
• Take you on a step-by-step strategy with the easiest swaps you can do first.
• Give you a one-stop resource that you can grab for yourself today so that you don’t have to take notes and remember everything from this episode - you’ll have your very own cheat sheet to get started.

Mentioned Resources:

▶️ Download Your FREE Companion PDF: https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/toxin

▶️ Episode 140 - The Hidden Agenda Exposed - Why You’re Not Losing Weight in Midlife?

▶️ Episode 127: Weed Killer in Your Breakfast Bowl? The Hidden Sources and Dangers of Glyphosate (Roundup)

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

We used to laugh at our mothers when they’d sneeze and pee their pants. I mean, who does that?! Turns out, the jokes on us. So we’re told, if you don’t want to pee your pants, do your kegels. But is that advice helpful, or harmful?

As we age into our 40’s, 50’s, and beyond, incontinence is one of those annoying things that we seem to accept as a normal part of aging and then laugh about. But contrary to popular belief, you don’t have to suffer.

On today’s episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we’ll answer the question… how does your pelvic floor affect your bladder health, and how does it impact the other functions of your body?

Together, we will unpack:

• How does your pelvic floor not just affect your bladder health, but many other functions of your body, as well?
• What exactly is your pelvic floor?
• What are the symptoms of pelvic floor dysfunction?
• Are Kegels helpful or harmful?
• What are some simple exercises you can do to improve the health of your pelvic floor?

Erica Ziel has over 20 years’ experience specializing in deep core, fascial and pre/postnatal training. Her mission is to help clients heal their body through movement, breathwork, mindset, and detoxification. She is the founder of Core Athletica®, owner of Core Athletica® Pilates Studio in Ankeny, Iowa, host of the Core Connections Podcast, creator of The Core Rehab Program, Core Studio Workouts & App, and the Knocked-Up Fitness® brand.


Connect with Erica Ziel:

Free Pelvic Floor Guide - www.ericaziel.com/pelvicfloor

Core Rehab Program and Instructor Training - www.ericaziel.com

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/ericaziel/

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erica.ziel.1

Core Connections Podcast - https://www.ericaziel.com/podcast

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

If you’re a woman in midlife and you’re trying to lose a few pounds and improve your overall health, you’ve probably tried all of the diets and advice out there, only to realize that nothing works. You even might think the problem is you, but what if I told you that it’s actually something else? That’s what we are going to uncover today.

In today’s episode of Your Midlife Comeback Story, we’re going to answer the question… what is the hidden agenda behind why you’re not losing weight in midlife?

Get ready, because we’re breaking down how the weight loss industry, the food industry, the media, and social media are all designed to keep you dependent on them. I’m going to reveal their dirty secrets and at the end, you’ll get a 60-second exercise that you can do today to start breaking free from the influences and the false promises that are keeping you stuck.

If you are ready to stop following, and start leading… this episode is for you.


Together, we will unpack:

• What is the hidden agenda behind why you're not losing weight in midlife?
• What do Stanley Milgrim's Obedience Study, the Illusory Truth Effect, Authority Bias, and Confirmation Bias have to do with weight loss?
• How do you listen to your body to find what works best for you rather than just blindly following a diet or protocol?
• Why looking to external factors will not help internal change.

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!

It’s bad enough to be afraid of getting breast cancer. But if you are diagnosed, what they don’t tell you is the number one side effect is the fear of recurrence. You are always going to be looking behind your shoulder to see if it’s following you. It’s the monster under the bed that no one wants to talk about.

In honor of breast cancer awareness month, I have a special treat for you today on the show. The other week, I spoke to a group of survivors about the fear of recurrence and the 5 steps they can take to not just empower themselves so they don’t live in fear, but to actually minimize the risk. We were able to tape the speech, and that is what you are going to listen to today. You’re going to laugh, and get a little Hollitude, but all in the name of love. Because as a 14-year survivor, the information you’re going to hear today is not just for survivors, it’s for any woman who wants to reduce her risk of developing this disease. This is the episode you are going to want to share with your mother, daughter, sister, and friend.

Connect with Holly:

▶️ FREE TRAINING - WTH HAPPENED TO MY MIDLIFE HEALTH? - https://academy.pinkfortitude.com/register-for-master-midlife-health

▶️ BOOK YOUR FREE DISCOVERY CALL - backtoyou.coach

▶️ FREE QUIZ - WHAT IS YOUR #1 WEIGHT LOSS BLOCK - https://pinkfortitude.mykajabi.com/weight-quiz

▶️ Follow Holly Bertone on Instagram - @holly.bertone

▶️ More resources for Your Midlife Comeback Story - yourcomeback.coach

If today's episode resonated with you, be sure to hit the follow button where you are listening and also tap those 5 stars ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ and leave a great review because it would mean so much to me to hang out with you every week and because it will also help to get this podcast and our wonderful message out to more listeners!

Your Comeback Story Podcast is brought to you in partnership with Leah Bryant Co.

Thanks for tuning in to this episode and I'll see you next week!