Menopause and Compassion: Insights from Candy Wright
Menopause is a natural transition, yet we often suffer in silence because our culture dismisses our symptoms and doesn't hold the space for us to get the support we need.
Ever felt like menopause is a silent struggle? You're not alone. In this episode of 'Naturally High', Jeanne Foot sits down with Candy Wright, a certified Menopause Doula and Emotional Healing Coach, to break the silence surrounding menopause. Candy brings her wealth of knowledge to the table, focusing on how society often overlooks the emotional and physical challenges women face during this natural transition.
She shares her expertise on how to bring compassion and understanding into this phase of life, especially for high-achieving women over 50. The conversation dives into the importance of addressing midlife stress, emotional eating, and body image issues with empathy and holistic healing. Candy emphasizes the need to heal at an identity level, moving beyond traditional methods that often fall short. She offers practical advice on how to create empowered relationships with food, your body, and your inner critic.
Jeanne and Candy also explore how to redirect the energy spent on food and body challenges towards living a fulfilling and joyful life. Whether you're experiencing menopause yourself or supporting someone who is, this episode is packed with valuable insights and compassionate guidance.