Making menopause mainstream: Helping you to improve your menopause health and reclaim who YOU are without the menopause taking over!
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Life Coach BFF Show for Midlife Women - Thrive in Midlife, Women Over 40, Women Over 50, Goal Setting, Navigating Menopause, Purpose Driven Life, Faith, Systems
Heather Pettey - Author | Speaker | Mindset Coach
Heather Pettey, dubbed ”The Queen of Self-Development,” is the author of Amazon Bestseller and #1 New Release, Keep It Simple, Sarah, written for teen girls. She is the host of the top 2% global podcast, Life Coach BFF Show, and is your trusted companion for navigating midlife and the intricacies of motherhood, especially for moms of teens and young adults. Heather helps women gain clarity, overcome obstacles, and unlock their full potential, ultimately leading to a more fulfilling and purpo ...
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127: Why Does Menopause Cause Weight Gain?
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Menopause can cause weight gain, not for everyone but for some, but why? And how can we help to cause less weight gain? In this episode, Adele helps you to become your most vibrant self and to start understanding the "why" behind what's happening to your body. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-jour…
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187 | Your Perfect 10: Gratitude, Dreams, and Connection in Midlife
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Unlocking Midlife Happiness: The Power of Nine and Heather’s Perfect 10 In this episode of the 'Life Coach BFF Show', Heather Pettey explores the 'Power of Nine' lifestyle habits from the Blue Zones, areas known for their long-lived inhabitants, emphasizing natural movement, purpose, stress reduction, mindful eating, plant-based diets, moderation, …
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In Episode 186 of the Life Coach BFF show, host Heather Pettey addresses listener questions from Sally, Nikki, and Sam. Heather, a life coach, distinguishes her role from counselors, explaining she focuses on achieving life goals and fostering a forward-thinking mindset. •She advises Sally on the benefits of life coaching for navigating life transi…
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126: Holistic Menopause Care without HRT:MHT
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Hormone Replacement Therapy is one choice to make for your menopause care, but what about holistic menopause care? In this episode, Adele explains how you can care for yourself through menopause without HRT with holistic methods, with nutrition, sleep and other self-care methods. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching…
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185 | What are Your Secret Desires: Finding Happiness, Purpose, and Fulfillment
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In episode 185 of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey dives deep into the secret desires of midlife women, offering insights and encouragement for this transformative life stage. Learn: - The difference between happiness and joy - Four habits of the happiest people according to Harvard neuroscientist Arthur Brooks - The importance of findi…
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125: A Natural Medicine - Live Longer, Age Backwards and Heal Without Pills
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What is the natural medicine that can change your life? Only you can find happiness... 50% of your happiness is genetic, 10% is circumstances and 40% is your decisions. In this episode, Adele explains why happiness can be your tool to live longer, age backwards and heal without pills and she'll arm you with the power to harness happiness. Download …
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184 | Vulvar Itching and Vaginal Health with Dr. Carol Lynn
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Episode 184: Vulvar Itching and Vaginal Health with Dr. Carol Lynn In this episode, Heather Pettey and Dr. Carol Lynn discuss an often uncomfortable but important topic for midlife women: vulvar itching and vaginal health. Resources Mentioned: Register here: -Sex and Intimacy Workshop in Midlife - Midlife Moxie private Facebook group You will learn…
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124: What Are the Long-Term Benefits of HRT, and How Do I Know If It's Right for Me?
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Hormone Replacement Therapy is a big leap for women in menopause to make...and it can improve life massively, but doesn't come without it's risks. In this episode, Adele outlines some of the pros, some of the drawbacks and some of the risks of HRT to help you make your decision. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.…
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183 | Kavita Ahuja: How Can You Discover Your Ikigai and Reinvent Your Midlife?
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Episode 183 Life Coach BFF Show Host Heather Pettey welcomes guest Kavita Ahuja, an expert guide in career and life transitions LEARN •The concept of Ikigai, a Japanese term meaning "reason for being"- Explanation of the four elements of Ikigai: what you love, what the world needs, what you're good at, and what you can be paid for •The importance o…
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123: Menopause Causes Anxiety! Here's how...
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People talk about how menopause and anxiety are so closely linked, FACT IS: Menopause causes anxiety! In this episode, Adele discusses why anxiety through menopause is absolutely normal and is nothing to do with you personally, and how to deal with the anxiety. Download the "50 I AM affirmations" Adele talk about: https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/…
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182 | Back to School Nostalgia and Reviving Intimacy in Midlife
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Episode 182: Back to School Memories and Midlife Musings In this episode, Heather Pettey shares personal stories and reflections on: • A memorable Faith Hill concert experience from 2007 • The joys and challenges of back-to-school season • Hosting a workshop on intimacy and sexuality in midlife • Upcoming speaking engagements and workshops • Though…
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122: How Appeasing others is shortening your life (Feat. Sam Graham)
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What's going on behind your smile? Everyone has things going on in the background and it's easy to forget that sometimes. In this episode, Adele is joined by Sam Graham as they explore what's going on behind people's smiles and why it isn't always joy and laughter to be "successful". The Menopause Research and Education Fund: https://mref.uk/ Vegas…
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181 | Understanding Broken Teeth and Dry Mouth: Essential Oral Care for Women Over 40 with Dentist, Dr. David Pettey
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Episode 181 Show Notes Episode Summary: In this engaging episode, host Heather Pettey is joined by her husband, Dr. David Pettey, a dentist, to discuss the complexities of oral health during midlife. They address common concerns such as broken teeth, dry mouth, and the impact of hormonal changes on dental health. Listeners will gain valuable insigh…
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121: Navigating your Nervous System: Fight, flight, freeze and...
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This is a BIG episode that actually save your life. We've all heard of the "fight/flight/freeze response". It turns out there's a 4th response. During this episode you'll hear about it in detail, and how over time it can cause you stress and shorten your life. When Adele learned about this new research it blew her mind 🤯 and it'll probably blow you…
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120: How To Beat Low Mood & Energy Slumps in Menopause - Your Guide
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Do you feel like you can't even get up properly in the morning? Do you feel low energy? Let's see if we can change and BEAT that feeling. In this episode, Adele gives you a short guide on how to beat your energy slumps to be a more vibrant you every single day. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-jou…
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180 | Do You Need to Get Back Your Spark and Joy in Midlife? Learn How to Let Your Light Shine!
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Episode 180: Shining Your Light in Midlife In episode 180 of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey shares a personal story about navigating the changes of midlife and finding new ways to shine your light. She encourages listeners to embrace this unique season of life with positivity and purpose. Key Points: - Dealing with the emotions of chi…
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119: Overcoming the fear of success - unlock your potential
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Do you look at success as a scary thing? Maybe everything will start changing with success? It's time to unlock your potential. In this episode, Adele gives you some tips to overcome a fear of success that she's sure all of us have to some degree. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/ Enquire …
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118: Your Gift: Guided Meditation for Lymphatic Drainage
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A well functioning lymphatic system can help reduce some side effects of menopause, and that's why this episode is a gift for you. This is a guided meditation for lymphatic drainage that Adele recorded specially for one of her beautiful clients who suffers with lymphatic drainage. It's helped her no end, and can help you too. Download Adele's Journ…
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"I didn't think Women needed testosterone, I thought it was a man hormone" is a common misconception, Women NEED testosterone. In this episode, Adele explains what testosterone does to a woman's body, why it's so necessary and when you'll find it most beneficial to know this info. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoachin…
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179 | Habits of Midlife Women Who Live Intentionally
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Episode 179: Habits of Midlife Women Who Live Intentionally In this episode, Heather shares her experience at an estate sale that led to an intentional and memorable vacation to Martha's Vineyard. She discusses the importance of being purposeful in our decisions and actions as midlife women. Learn: - The power of visualization and acting on our des…
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116: Understanding Postmenopause Health
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You've been through menopause, it's a time to celebrate! Now you've got to look at the postmenopausal changes in your body. You may need hormone replacement therapy, you might notice things about yourself that you never have before, but don't worry, Adele has you covered in this episode. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnston…
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178 | Midlife Emotions: Why We Need to Build Community and Support as Women Over 40 - Dr. Carol Lynn, OB/GYN
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Episode 178: Navigating Feelings and Community in Midlife In this episode, host Heather Pettey and guest Dr. Carol Lynn discuss: - The generational shift in how feelings are expressed and addressed - The rise of anxiety among younger generations and its potential causes - The importance of face-to-face communication and community support - Challeng…
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Are you struggling with a lower-than-usual libido? It might be caused by a heightened level of stress, so what other factors can this lead to? In this episode, Adele explains everything to do with your libido when it's affected by stress and how menopause links all the dots together. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoac…
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114: Navigating Perimenopause Anxiety
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Do you feel new symptoms forming, especially in the morning? It could be caused by perimenopause anxiety and it's REALLY not nice. So how do you get through this? In this episode, Adele helps you to navigate anxiety in perimenopause, giving some examples of how she dealt with it and how breathwork is such an essential part of managing it. Access yo…
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113: This One Thing WILL Change Your Menopause Experience
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Maybe you've been looking for a silver bullet that will completely change your experience with menopause? During this episode Adele offers something that may just be what you've been looking for. We all know the importance of exercise and a good diet, but Adele goes deeper in this episode to help you feel happier with your body at a deeper level. D…
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177 | Do You Focus Too Much on Your Looks? + Summer Expectations for Teens and Product Reviews
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Hey Gorgeous! Welcome back to the Life Coach BFF Show with your host, Heather Pettey! In this episode, we dive into practical advice for parents dealing with teenagers during the summer and exciting details about the upcoming Midlife Moxie Beach Retreat. Key Topics : •Life Skills for Teens - Heather discusses the importance of teenagers learning li…
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112: Does Menopause Cause Weight Gain
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Do you believe that Menopause is causing you to gain weight more easily? Let's look at the facts and myths behind whether this could be true. In this episode, Adele dives into whether menopause directly causes weight gain and some of the truths around it. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/ …
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176 | The Best Ways to Tackle Midlife Challenges Head-On with Dr. Carol Lynn
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In episode 176 of the Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey and regular contributor Dr. Carol Lynn, OBGYN and menopause expert, dive deep into common midlife concerns that many women face but rarely discuss openly. They address a range of issues from sleep troubles to thinning hair, offering practical advice and debunking myths along the way. We…
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111: How Menopause May Start in the Brain
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More and more evidence is coming to light that menopause doesn't start in the ovaries, it actually begins in the brain... But how would that work? In this episode, Adele refers to new findings within the neuroscience space which sheds light on the menopause. Find out how this is such a breakthrough going forward. Learn more about Lisa Mosconi: http…
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175 | Reinventing Yourself in Midlife: Gina Neely's Secrets to Thriving
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Welcome back for episode 175 of Life Coach BFF Show. Heather's guest today is Gina Neely, former co-host of Food Network's Down Home with the Neelys, discusses reinventing herself in midlife and creating her own narrative, no longer concerned with measuring up to others' expectations. Her priorities have shifted to focus on quality over quantity an…
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110: Thriving Through Major Life Changes in Menopause
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Menopause can make life harder all by itself, add major changes on top of that and everything can start to feel a bit overwhelming. In this episode, Adele helps to ease your brain when you have to make those big changes and explains some of the changes she's had to go through since menopause, along with some useful coping mechanisms. Download Adele…
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174 | How to Handle Difficult Relationships with Grace: A Midlife Coach's Advice
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Hi friend! Episode 174 of the Life Coach BFF Show hosted by Heather Pettey. starts by addressing a letter from Melissa about her strained relationship with her 32-year-old pregnant daughter-in-law. Heather advises against using phrases that put people on the defensive, and suggests always being the first to greet warmly, even giving a hug to those …
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109: Behind the Smile: Women, Success and High Functioning Anxiety (Feat. Nicole McKee)
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Are you smiling walking into your corporate job every day, even though deep down you could break down at any moment? It's not healthy, but it feels necessary. In this episode, Adele and Nicole McKee walk you through the idea of high functioning anxiety and how it affects you on a day to day basis, especially when you're just "faking it til you make…
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108: A Different Menopause Journey (Feat. Emma Neville)
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Do you search up your potential menopause symptoms and notice that every single person has individual issues? In this episode, you'll hear from Emma Neville, another certified Menopause Coach with a completely different journey to Adele's (and your own). During this conversation you'll hear how every woman's journey is unique. Emma's Instagram: htt…
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173 | The One Thing I Wish Women Would Stop Saying
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Episode #173 Life Coach BFF Show In this episode, Heather Pettey passionately discusses why we should stop making excuses and take action on our dreams and goals. She shares practical tips to overcome fear, procrastination, and self-doubt that often hold us back from living our best lives. Takeaways - We only get one life, so we owe it to ourselves…
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107: The Power of Nootropics for Cognitive Function in Menopause
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Do you need a boost in your cognitive functions? Do you know where to get it from? Nootropics might be your answer! In this episode, Adele discusses the benefits of nootropics during menopause. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/ Enquire about 121 coaching here : https://docs.google.com/form…
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172 | Hormone Replacement Therapy: The Truth About Menopause Relief with Expert, Dr. Carol Lynn
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Welcome back friend! In this episode, Heather is joined by Dr. Carol Lynn, an OB/GYN and menopause expert, to discuss the benefits and misconceptions surrounding hormone replacement therapy (HRT) for menopausal women. They cover: Recognizing Menopause Symptoms - Hot flashes, night sweats, vaginal dryness, low libido - signs it may be time to consid…
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106: Navigating Early Menopause in My 30s
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Are you starting to feel symptoms of menopause in your 30's? Maybe even earlier? In this episode, Adele explains all of the hoops she had to jump through to get her diagnosis and how she dealt with finding out she was in peri-menopause at 37. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/ Enquire about…
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171 | Guiding Teens to Find Their Purpose: The College Flight Plan with Beth and Greg Langston
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Episode 171: Host Heather Pettey is joined by Beth and Greg Langston, founders of the innovative "College Flight Plan" program. With over 20 years of experience guiding students worldwide, Beth and Greg share invaluable wisdom for helping teens identify their passions, strengths and purpose early on. Key Takeaways: - The importance of developing se…
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105: Is Vaginal Steaming Worth it?
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Are you considering using vaginal steaming for any reason? Maybe recreational, maybe medicinal? There are both benefits and risks to it, in this episode, Adele outlines those and whether or not it's a "fad" or whether it should be used long-term. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/ Enquire a…
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170 | Balancing Productivity & Self-Care: Knowing When to Do the Minimum vs. the Maximum
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In episode 170 of Life Coach BFF Show, host Heather Pettey dives into the importance of understanding when to do the minimum versus the maximum, especially for midlife women navigating the challenges of raising teens or empty nesting. She explains that sometimes, the best thing we can do is embrace the minimum - taking a break, saying no, and prior…
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Does your partner pester you for sex without doing anything to even get you in the mood? It can lead to resentment , right? In this episode, Adele discusses how she's had to deal with this problem recently and how she worked through it with her partner. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/ En…
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169 | 4 Ways to Prepare and Survive Bed Rest: Tips, Laughs, and Unexpected Adventures
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Episode #169: Show Description: In this episode of the Life Coach BFF Show, Heather Pettey shares her journey of navigating bed rest after foot surgery. Despite the challenges, Heather maintains her signature positivity and humor, offering valuable insights and tips for making the most out of a period of bed rest. From unexpected surprises to funny…
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103: Life Begins at Menopause (Ft. Stefanie Daniels)
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Does Menopause feel like the end of your life as you know it? It's just the beginning! In this episode, Adele is joined by Stefanie Daniels. Stefanie is a facilitator, qualified coach and nutritional therapist specialising in supporting executive-level employees and midlife women. After hitting a surgical menopause in 2017, she was left with a deep…
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168 | Learn to Do Life the Momprenista Way and Balance Faith, Family, and Business: A Conversation for Midlife Women with Lori Templeton
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Hi friend! Welcome back to the Life Coach BFF Show with your host, Heather Pettey! Today, we're diving into an inspiring conversation with Lori Templeton, an award-winning entrepreneur, wife, mom of 4, faith-based business mentor, speaker, investor, and proud momprenista! Lori and her husband have a remarkable journey, acquiring and scaling three d…
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102: Health Anxiety in Menopause - How to Recognise it?
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Do you worry about every single little ache and pain around your body? Do you only ever think of the worst case scenario when it comes to your health? You might have health anxiety. Today Adele talks about how you can recognise and do something about it. Hormone Hubb's Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/hormonehubb/?hl=en-gb Download Adele's Jour…
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167 | Mastering Midlife: Expert Tips on Perimenopause and Menopause with Dr. Carol Lynn OB/GYN
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Today, we're joined by the wonderful Dr. Carol Lynn, an OB/GYN from Collierville, Tennessee, who's passionate about women's health and wellness. If perimenopause, menopause, or postmenopause are on your radar, you're in for a treat because Dr. Lynn will be joining us monthly to shed light on these topics. But wait, there's more! We've opened up a b…
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101: Dieting Without Dieting - 3 Ways to Lose Weight
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Dieting is really hard. So why not diet without actually dieting? In this episode, Adele explains how this is possible and how it's going to help you to live a more happy and fulfilling life. Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching.com/my-journey-journal/ Enquire about 121 coaching here : https://docs.google.com/forms/…
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166 | How a Trip to the Jewelry Store Ignited a Much Needed Spring Refresh
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Show Notes for Episode 166 of Life Coach BFF Show Host: Heather Pettey Introduction: Heather shares a story about receiving a beautiful ring from her mother over the Christmas holidays. Reflects on the significance of refreshing aspects of life. Discussion Highlights: Heather's Experience with Jewelry: Heather's mother gifted her a beautiful ring, …
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100: Everything you NEED to know about Menopause
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Are you worried about menopause? Then look no further, this is your one-stop guide for everything that you need to know about menopause. This is our 100th episode together, and it's a massive topic to celebrate. For the 100th time Adele's bringing you the info with ZERO NONSENSE! Download Adele's Journey Journal here : https://adelejohnstoncoaching…
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