V.I.B.E. Living Podcast

Lynnis Woods-Mullins

Welcome to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast, the ultimate audio destination for women over 40 looking to thrive in their mid-life journey! Each episode is a treasure trove of secrets and strategies for a life filled with Vitality, Intuition, Beauty, and Empowerment. Dive into diverse topics that resonate with your life's second act – from mastering the art of aging gracefully to conquering mid-life weight challenges and igniting your passion for an active, fulfilling lifestyle. V.I.B.E. Living is your companion for making every moment count!

  1. From Self-Sabotage To Self-Love: Midlife Healing With NLP, Energy Work, And Soul-Aligned Journaling

    FEB 25

    From Self-Sabotage To Self-Love: Midlife Healing With NLP, Energy Work, And Soul-Aligned Journaling

    A single question from a five-year-old stopped a suicide attempt and set a new life in motion. From there, Tara Wiskow lost 220 pounds naturally, faced the inner chaos that weight loss didn’t fix, and rebuilt her identity with practical self-love, NLP timeline work, and intuitive energy healing. We dig into the hard truths behind people pleasing, the quiet ways self-sabotage steals midlife joy, and the daily practices that make healing stick. We start with soul-aligned journaling—the deceptively simple act of writing from the life you want—and how it surfaces real desires, buried needs, and the beliefs that block them. Tara explains power statements and mirror work as nervous system training, not fluff: stand taller, speak worth, and watch your energy shift. Then we go under the hood with NLP and mental-emotional release to find the root cause of limiting beliefs. Those “I’m not good enough” files usually start early; once the original imprint is released, your mind stops gathering proof for a story that never belonged to you. From there, we explore intuitive energy healing in plain language: where dense emotion lives in the body, how release happens with consent and presence, and why it matters to refill cleared space with peace, love, and confidence so old patterns don’t return. Along the way, we connect grief, identity, and midlife transition—how loss can unmask who we really are and why this season is a powerful time to come home to yourself. Expect clear takeaways: one boundary to set, one ritual to keep, one belief to examine, and one sentence to claim in the mirror. If your outside has changed but the inside is loud, you’re not broken—you’re unfinished. Press play, then tell us the one belief you’re ready to release. If this resonated, subscribe, share it with a friend who needs it, and leave a quick review so more midlife women can find their way back to themselves. Bio Tara Wiskow, an intuitive energy healer and life reinvention expert who helps women break free from self-abandonment, self-sabotage, and the cycle of people-pleasing. After transforming her own life—losing 220 pounds naturally and overcoming deep emotional struggles—she now guides women to heal by releasing limiting beliefs, negative emotions, and blocked energy that keep them from stepping into their authentic power. Through her She Rises program, Tara helps women unravel old programming, upgrade their mindset, and uplevel into the life and body they desire.  Website Facebook Instagram  TikTok Free Download Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    36 min
  2. Choose Peace Over Panic In Midlife

    FEB 24

    Choose Peace Over Panic In Midlife

    Anxiety doesn’t disappear when you succeed; it often hides behind the calendar, the inbox, and the belief that working harder will make life feel safer. We open up about the cost of overachievement and the moment Catherine Crestani chose peace over panic—selling her thriving company, confronting money stories, and rebuilding a life anchored in alignment rather than  adrenaline. You’ll hear how burnout became a boundary her body set long before her mind agreed, and how worthiness shaped every decision after. We unpack the myth that value equals struggle and explore a kinder model for prosperity: healing your nervous system, trusting your intuition, and using simple, sturdy boundaries that protect your energy. Catherine shares how clients shift from “I can’t afford it” to “It’s not a priority,” why that language matters, and how even tiny, consistent investing builds confidence without feeding scarcity. We also dig into decision-making beyond the head. Heart first, gut for safety, brain for logistics—reversing that order changes everything. Expect practical practices: breathwork to return to presence, micro check-ins to hear inner cues, and scripts for navigating family drama without abandoning yourself. If control has been your armor, this conversation offers another way—surrender as an active trust that frees you to act from values rather than fear. The result is a life that feels spacious and steady, where peace is the new definition of success and purpose unfolds without the push. If this resonates, follow the show, share it with a friend who’s navigating midlife change, and leave a review to help more listeners find these tools. Your presence here supports this community—and your next brave step starts now. Bio Catherine Crestani is a leadership coach, intuitive healer, podcaster, author and speaker,  helping women reclaim their powerful “no” and voice in business, family, and health through self-leadership. After building and leaving a six-figure company twice, she chose health, family, and self over burnout and anxiety — then rebuilt her life by choosing herself first. She now guides healers, mothers, and small-business owners to align their truth with their actions, blending energy healing, mindset coaching, and soulful business mentoring to help them move from surviving to thriving. Social Media  https://www.willowhealing.substack.com https://www.instagram.com/willowhealingsh Website willowhealing.org Free Download https://hello-b14.mvt.so/free-mini-courses Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    34 min
  3. Turning Natural Talents Into Income After 50

    FEB 21

    Turning Natural Talents Into Income After 50

    What if the most powerful career move after 50 starts with a single question: what do I really want now? We dive into that pivot with business mentor and author Patricia Noel Drain, unpacking how women can name their natural gifts, drop perfectionism, and design work that pays and feels right. From classrooms to recruiting to entrepreneurship, Patricia shares the patterns she’s seen for decades: brilliant women who’ve never been asked to define what they do best—and how everything changes when they finally do. We get practical fast. You’ll learn how to identify your “ingredients” for fulfilling work, ask for honest validation from people who know you, and turn those strengths into real offers—workshops, coaching, speaking, books, and more. We tackle money head-on: the childhood stories that create money blocks, why pricing for outcomes beats charging by the hour, and how to hear “no” without shrinking. If you’ve ever hesitated to charge for a talent that feels natural, this is your permission slip to step up and be seen. If you’re ready to claim your value, grow your revenue, and do work that fits who you are today, hit play and then tell us the one gift you’re finally ready to monetize. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs this, and leave a review to help more women find their next chapter. Bio Patricia Noel Drain is the author of 14 books, host of the Stories and Strategies for Women Entrepreneurs Over 50 podcast, and a highly sought-after business mentor who specializes in guiding female entrepreneurs over 50 to step fully into their value and create the income they deserve. With decades of experience in business, education, and personal development, Patricia helps women break free from the fear of starting late, feeling underqualified, or being stuck in unfulfilling careers. She shows them that thriving in business is less about degrees or credentials, and more about uncovering and monetizing their unique gifts.  Website  https://patriciadrain.com/ Social Media  Facebook Linked In  YouTube Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    42 min
  4. Thyroid Truths For Midlife Women

    FEB 21

    Thyroid Truths For Midlife Women

    Your energy, mood, and focus don’t have to be a mystery. We sit down with Dr. Kevin Smith, a board-certified functional medicine practitioner, to unpack the thyroid’s real role in midlife health and why so many women are told “your labs look fine” while symptoms persist. From brain fog and anxiety to constipation, weight shifts, and burnout, we map how thyroid hormones act as the body’s metabolic gas pedal—and what goes wrong when the system breaks down. We explore hypothyroidism, hyperthyroidism, and why a large share of people with low thyroid function are actually dealing with Hashimoto’s, an autoimmune process. Dr. Smith explains why a TSH-only approach misses crucial steps like T4-to-T3 conversion in the liver and gut, the transport of hormones via thyroid binding globulin, and the impact of inflammation on receptor sites. We dig into hidden triggers that keep you stuck: anemia and iron deficiencies, insulin resistance, cortisol imbalances, sex hormone shifts during perimenopause and menopause, chronic infections like Epstein–Barr, and exposure to endocrine disruptors—yes, even in everyday cosmetics. You’ll hear how functional medicine builds a complete picture with broader lab panels, targeted nutrient support, and personalized plans that go beyond symptom chasing. We talk practical moves you can make now: balancing blood sugar, optimizing sleep and protein, choosing cleaner skincare and makeup, and testing smarter to uncover underconversion or transport issues. If you’ve ever felt dismissed by “normal” labs while your body says otherwise, this conversation offers clarity and a roadmap you can act on. If this episode helped you connect the dots, follow the show, share it with a friend who needs answers, and leave a quick review so more women can find their path to better thyroid health. Bio  Dr. Kevin Smith is a board-certified chiropractor and functional medicine practitioner who has been in practice since 2001. He is also a public speaker and published author, with his second book on functional medicine set to release later this year. Dr. Smith specializes in identifying and treating complex or misdiagnosed chronic conditions without drugs or surgery. Many patients seek his care after feeling frustrated by limited results from traditional medical approaches. Rather than masking symptoms, Dr. Smith uses a functional medicine model to uncover and address the root causes of illness — helping patients restore health by identifying and eliminating underlying triggers. Social Media  LinkedIn Twitter Facebook Website https://www.chronicpa.com/ Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    33 min
  5. How Boundaries, Girlfriends, And Recovery Routines Break The Burnout Cycle

    FEB 4

    How Boundaries, Girlfriends, And Recovery Routines Break The Burnout Cycle

    Burnout doesn’t always shout. It shows up as sleepless nights, gut issues, short fuses, and feeling unlike yourself. In this conversation, we unpack why these signals intensify in this season of life—and how anxiety, hormone shifts, and nonstop stress can become a clear path toward calm, energy, and purpose. With trauma-informed leadership expert Dr. Melanie Gray, we explore tools that work: nervous system resets, smarter rest, calendar guardrails, and small micro-habits that rebuild resilience. We also unpack the gut-stress connection, the cost of glorifying exhaustion, and why rest, boundaries, and connection aren’t indulgent—they’re essential. If you’re ready to choose steadiness over struggle, this is your green light. Bio  Dr. Melanie Gray, PhD, RN — a nationally recognized expert in Trauma-Informed Leadership, Burnout Prevention, and Workplace Wellness. Dr. Gray is a registered nurse, educator, and wellness strategist with more than twenty years of experience in healthcare leadership and higher education. She helps organizations and individuals heal from burnout, build psychological safety, and cultivate cultures of trust, empathy, and resilience. As the founder of Melanie Gray Solutions, she teaches leaders and women how to move from reaction to regulation—using her signature STOP-IT™ Method to slow down, set boundaries, and lead well while living whole. Her work bridges neuroscience and compassion, offering a trauma-informed roadmap for both professional success and personal healing. Whether she’s working with executives, nurses, or women navigating midlife transitions, Dr. Gray’s message is clear: healing people heals organizations. Social Media  https://www.instagram.com/drmelaniewellnesscoach/ ​https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=61577286124894 ​https://www.linkedin.com/in/drmelaniegray/ ​ Website http://www.drmelaniegraytheconfidencecoach.com/ Lead Without Burnout: Trauma-Informed Self-Care for Leaders  https://mailchi.mp/dff940f321fa/trauma-informed-care Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    22 min
  6. Taking Back Your Power in Midlife: Hormones, Stress, Brain Health & Real Solutions

    JAN 9

    Taking Back Your Power in Midlife: Hormones, Stress, Brain Health & Real Solutions

    Hot flashes, brain fog, anxious nights, and a doctor telling you it’s “just stress” can make you feel powerless. We start the year by taking that power back. I sit down with Dr. Sarah Doyle—doctor of physical therapy and functional medicine practitioner—to map the real mechanics of midlife: how estrogen fuels brain energy and vessel health, why progesterone calms the nervous system, and how chronic stress diverts raw materials away from the hormones that stabilize mood, sleep, libido, and cognition. We dig into the surprising overlap between postpartum and perimenopause—both are hormone crashes that scramble serotonin, GABA, and dopamine. You’ll hear why ignoring “small” clues like night sweats, frozen shoulder, recurrent UTIs, or new-onset anxiety can snowball into bigger issues if you don’t address root causes. Dr. Doyle breaks down adrenals and cortisol in plain language, showing how fight-or-flight can stall sex hormone production, raise cardiovascular risk, and accelerate musculoskeletal pain. We also talk candidly about racial disparities in symptom duration, the genitourinary syndrome of menopause, and the life-changing role of local estrogen for tissue health and comfort. Bio Dr. Sarah Doyle is a former ICU physical therapist turned Functional Medicine clinician and Diplomate of the American Clinical Board of Nutrition who specializes in hormone optimization and disease prevention through evidence-based nutrition. After years of publishing research, writing bestselling books (The THIN Formula and 7X Method), co-founding HealWell Regenerative Institute at the prestigious Carillon Wellness Resort, and working as a performance physiotherapist for artists like Shakira and The Weeknd, Dr. Doyle identified a major gap in women’s hormone care—especially during perimenopause and menopause. She created her new menopause supplement to be as strong as HRT under the Vita-Fem brand: a potent, all-natural, research-backed daily stick pack designed to reduce brain fog, balance hormones, and improve compliance by dissolving easily in water. Proven through before-and-after testing and published case studies, this innovative formula reflects Dr. Doyle’s mission to help millions of women thrive through their “second puberty” and beyond—without reliance on pharmaceuticals.  15 min. Free Consultation -https://vita-fem.com/ Website - https://drsarahdoyle.com Social Media Instagram @Vita_Fem_Supplements TikTok @Vita_Fem Click here to order Vita-Fem Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    40 min
  7. Faith, Neuroscience, And Lasting Weight Loss

    JAN 5

    Faith, Neuroscience, And Lasting Weight Loss

    Change the script, change the result. We dive into a grounded, grace-filled approach to midlife weight loss that rejects crash diets and embraces sustainable transformation through faith, neuroscience, and simple daily habits. With Dr. Lorette, a cognitive behavioral therapist and minister, we explore how thoughts shape beliefs, beliefs drive feelings, and feelings steer actions—so if you want new outcomes, start where your self-talk begins. We also unpack the role of self-love as a structural pillar for health, offering practical ways to replace harsh inner narratives with truth you can speak and embody. You’ll hear simple meditation strategies that reduce stress and cortisol in minutes, plus a hands-on method for “casting down” toxic thoughts to accelerate neuroplastic change. For movement, Dr. Lorette introduces PraiseMoves—a Christ-centered alternative to yoga—where scripture and strength training meet to build flexibility, balance, and resilience without strain. If you’re navigating midlife hormones, stress, and the pull of old habits, this conversation offers tools you can use today and a hopeful framework that lasts. Subscribe, share with a friend who needs encouragement, and leave a review with the one habit you’ll start now—we’re cheering you on. Bio Dr. Laurette Willis, CBT, is a cognitive-behavioral therapist, international speaker, and founder of PraiseMoves®, the Christian Alternative to Yoga, along with several global faith-based ministries. She helps Christian women experience whole-person transformation—spirit, soul, and body—by renewing the mind and retraining the brain using neuroscience principles grounded in Scripture. Her work empowers women to break free from emotional eating, stress, anxiety, and self-sabotage and live Healthy, Fit, and Free from the inside out. A survivor of emotional eating and past addiction, Dr. Laurette now equips women worldwide with practical, faith-centered tools for lasting change. She lives in northeastern Oklahoma with her husband Paul on “The Prayer Farm,” where faith, ministry, and nature meet. Website https://drlaurette.net/ TikTok YouTube Facebook LinkedIn Dr. Laurette's Gift to you: The Faith-Fueled Weight Loss Blueprint http://ChristianWeightLossKit.com Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    32 min
  8. Your Body Is Talking—Here’s How To Listen And Heal

    12/11/2025

    Your Body Is Talking—Here’s How To Listen And Heal

    Your body keeps the score, but it also leaves clues—and today we follow them. We sit down with Sharon Nielsen, a veteran RN with decades in emergency and critical care, who’s now guiding women 40+ to reset their nervous systems, calm cortisol, and build a sustainable, joyful way to live. From the clogged chaos of the ER to the quiet clarity of holistic coaching, Sharon shares what really drives those midlife flare-ups: relentless stress, hormone shifts, and a nervous system that hasn’t felt safe in years. We unpack the patterns clinicians see every day—diverticulitis, abdominal pain, headaches—and trace them back to chronic stress and changing estrogen. Sharon explains why standard protocols often miss the mark for multi-symptom women and how better conversations can change care: bring a symptom journal, connect timing to stressors, and ask directly about hormones, cortisol, and insulin resistance. We talk through practical resets that make biology easier: restorative movement, breath-led recovery, protein-forward meals with fiber, and clear boundaries that protect sleep and energy. Small, consistent margins of calm add up to steadier glucose, fewer crashes, and more emotional bandwidth. Together we challenge cookie-cutter wellness, celebrate progress over perfection, and honor the brave act of saying no when your body asks for rest. If you’ve felt dismissed, rushed, or overwhelmed by mixed messages online, this conversation offers a kinder map: one that treats you as the gift and builds longevity day by day. If this resonates, follow and subscribe, share with a friend who needs it, and leave a quick review to help more women find the show. Your story might be the guide someone else has been waiting for. Bio Sharon Neilson, founder of Eternal Her, empowers women 40+ to navigate perimenopause and midlife with clarity and confidence. She helps women understand hormonal shifts, metabolic changes, and nervous system imbalance while guiding them to reclaim energy, balance, and their sacred inner truth. With 30+ years as a registered nurse, Sharon blends clinical expertise with intuitive, feminine healing. Through her programs, she supports women moving from burnout and disconnection into renewed vitality, grounded power, and authentic wellbeing. Website https://eternalher.com/ Social Media https://www.tiktok.com/@eternal_he https://www.instagram.com/eternal_her/ https://www.facebook.com/eternalher.au Thank you for listening to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast. If this episode resonated, please like, subscribe, and share it with a woman stepping into her next chapter. Stay connected with Lynnis and explore the V.I.B.E. Living world: 👉 https://www.vibewellnesswoman.com Join the V.I.B.E. Wellness Woman Network, a community for women 40+ focused on proactive wellness, growth, and vitality.

    27 min
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Welcome to the V.I.B.E. Living Podcast, the ultimate audio destination for women over 40 looking to thrive in their mid-life journey! Each episode is a treasure trove of secrets and strategies for a life filled with Vitality, Intuition, Beauty, and Empowerment. Dive into diverse topics that resonate with your life's second act – from mastering the art of aging gracefully to conquering mid-life weight challenges and igniting your passion for an active, fulfilling lifestyle. V.I.B.E. Living is your companion for making every moment count!