Midlife Rising

Jennifer Reimer, PhD and Sheri Johnson | Midlife Experts | Holistic Nutritionist
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This is not just another midlife podcast about belly fat, Botox, or bone broth.We’re not here to help you stay young, offer makeup tips, or share recipes to sneak kale into your brownies. If you’re looking for hacks to stay small or “age gracefully,” this might not be the space for you. We’re here to burn down the old rulebook - and help you rise from the ashes.We unpack the invisible systems and internalized conditioning that keep midlife women stuck, over-functioning, and exhausted. We talk about the links between patriarchy, stress, and menopause symptoms. This is the conversation behind the conversation—raw, wise, and necessary. We’re Sheri and Jen - twin sisters, former “good-girls” turned paradigm-breakers, and your new favourite midlife truth-tellers. Our unfiltered conversations crack open the things women don’t say out loud. We’re here to offer you the tools, re-frames, and permission slips to finally stop performing and start becoming.  Expect “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?!” kinds of insights, advice to nix your menopause symptoms without HRT, and paradigm-shifting “aha” moments that make you want to take your power back. So if you’re ready to stop performing, and rise into the woman you were always meant to be - pull up a chair. We saved you a seat.

  1. 5D AGO

    21: Why Cortisol Spikes During the Holidays for Midlife Women (And How to Calm It)

    The holidays are supposed to be joyful…but they can really crank up the cortisol for many women, especially those over 40. Not because we’re too old to handle everything, but because our chemistry is different from what it used to be.  In this episode, we dig into 3 ways the holiday season turns into a perfect storm for cortisol spikes and heightened menopause symptoms.  You'll find out: The critical things causing higher cortisol during the holidays How your subconscious stresses the nervous system even if your calendar isn’t fullThe coping strategies you might be using that are actually backfiring and making your symptoms worseThe adrenal-estrogen connection that most women were never taughtThe simplest way to stabilize your cortisol levels during the holidays, without giving up the fun.And most importantly, we get into the spiritual piece that is the missing piece to easing through midlife without symptoms. Take the Midlife Coping Strategy Quiz to find out which subconscious pattern is keeping YOUR cortisol high, and what to do about it  👉 https://midlifewomenrising.com/quiz Grab our free Breakfast Guide for high-protein, high-fat breakfasts that stabilize blood sugar and cortisol  👉 https://midlifewomenrising.com/breakfast Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    47 min

  2. DEC 11

    20: What's Really Behind Your Night Sweats (and How to Stop Them)

    If you've ever woken up with a night sweat, you'll know exactly what we're talking about in this episode. You wake up in the middle of the night, soaked through your pjs and possibly the sheets, freezing because you're so wet, and wide awake.  If you're in your 40's or 50's, you've probably been told that this is just part of menopause. Or, that it's your hormones, and you just have to live with it, or go on HRT.  And that is only part of the story. Declining sex hormones is only one piece of the whole puzzle that is leading to your nightly wakeups.  Today, we're uncovering what is really causing the night sweats, the consequences of pushing through them, and how to stop them. As usual, we're taking a body, mind, and spirit approach, revealing some surprising emotional reasons you may be experiencing this sometimes mildly irritating, and other times downright debilitating, symptom.  You'll walk away with some steps to start sleeping through the night again, a new perspective on your night sweats and other symptoms, and how to rebalance your body.  Get the breakfast recipes to calm your cortisol and sleep through the night. Get immediate access to the Balanced Body Blueprint mini-course. Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    36 min

  3. DEC 4

    19: The Subconscious Beliefs Sabotaging Your Weight Loss

    If you’ve ever sworn you’d "start fresh" and eat clean on Monday, only to find yourself mindlessly snacking in the pantry by Wednesday, this episode will feel like pure relief. Midlife weight isn’t just about hormones and metabolism - 90% of your behavior is on autopilot, driven by subconscious beliefs you didn’t choose. Today, we’re diving into the surprising internal patterns that make weight loss feel harder in your 40s and 50s.  And how to shift them. You'll discover in this episode:  Why midlife amplifies old subconscious programming and makes habits feel harder to changeHow the holidays and stress activate your nervous system and trigger overeating automaticallyThe hidden identity stories that quietly sabotage your weight-loss efforts (even when you’re “doing everything right”)Why diet and exercise alone stop working in midlife, and what the subconscious has to do with itHow to begin shifting these beliefs, so weight loss becomes easier, more sustainable, and less willpower-drivenIf you want to find out how to shift or release the subconscious beliefs that are blocking you from your best body, join our next free Balanced Body Blueprint training here.  And, if you want to skyrocket your energy, sleep soundly and drop a jeans size, grab our Breakfast Guide for Midlife Mornings here.  References from this episode:  Book: Mother Hunger by Kelly McDaniel Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    56 min

  4. NOV 27

    18: How to Prevent the Holiday 5 (lbs) Without Missing the Fun

    Dieting is the worst way to lose weight. Especially coming up to the holidays!  I know, it’s counterintuitive to all we’ve been told.  But deep down, you probably already know that dieting just makes you crave what you're "not supposed to be eating", very few people have the willpower to be as restrictive as diets require and you just end up beating yourself up every time you fall off the wagon.  Sound familiar? You might have even made one of the following mistakes... Resigning yourself to gaining 5 (or 10) pounds over ChristmasStarving yourself all day so you can “eat what you want” at the partyDieting before the season so you have more room to gain a few over the holidaysThese make it worse. And it's okay, we’ve made all of these mistakes too. That's why we recording this episode - so we can crack open the worry that many midlife women carry into November and December: the belief that gaining “the holiday five” is inevitable.  You'll discover:  the real reason women gain weight in the fall/winterthe common holiday mistakes that make the weight gain worsewhat your nervous system has to do with itwhat actually works to keep off the holiday 5We take a grounded, spiritual, and body-wise approach to understanding why this happens and how to move through the season without gaining weight or giving up your favourite holiday treats. And if you fear gaining weight you’ll struggle to lose, but want to enjoy the holidays without feeling heavy, ashamed, or angry at yourself, this episode is just for you.  Plus, we’re giving away our best secrets for enjoying the party food in your belly, without it turning to belly FAT.   Get our guide to the midlife breakfasts that will help you skyrocket your energy, sleep more soundly and drop a jeans size.  Get it here. Join our next Balanced Body Blueprint - Free Focus Group here.  Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    45 min

  5. NOV 21

    17: The Hidden Energetic Blocks Behind Midlife Fatigue, Fog & Disconnection

    Have you ever felt like you're just so tired of stifling  yourself?  Your voice, your intuition, your soul's desires? We definitely felt that way and it started around age 40.  If you're feeling it too, this episode will feel like a breath of fresh air in a room you didn’t realize had gone stale. In Part 2 of our Chakra Map series, we reveal how the upper four chakras  are linked to your perimenopause symptoms, not just physically, but emotionally and energetically.   The upper 4 chakras are the energy centers that quietly shape how you show up in your relationships, how confident you feel speaking your truth, and how deeply connected you feel to your intuition and purpose. This is where the dots start to connect.  This is the episode where everything suddenly clicks. Here's what you'll discover: Why feeling disconnected, invisible, or unheard is NOT “just midlife”… and how these symptoms actually point to energetic blocks you can do something about.The shockingly common throat chakra imbalance that explains why so many women “lose their voice”, sometimes both literally and emotionally, during perimenopause.Why brain fog, overthinking, and confusion are NOT flaws but signs that your third eye is trying to reorganize itself and sharpen your inner guidance.The real reason you might be feeling uninspired, or directionless — and why this is actually a doorway into a more awakened, aligned chapter of your life.How the heart chakra reveals unprocessed grief, loneliness, or old heartbreak that midlife brings back to the surface — not to punish you, but to free you.✨ The Results You’ll Walk Away With After listening, you’ll feel: A massive sense of relief (“Oh my god, this explains everything…”)Reconnected to your intuition and able to trust yourself againClearer on what your body has been trying to tell you all alongMore energized and empowered, because now you have a mapValidated, seen, and grounded — instead of thinking you’re the only one feeling this wayExcited (yes, excited!) about the possibility that midlife isn’t breaking you down…it’s breaking you open.If you are intrigued and excited about the possibilities the Chakra Map for Midlife Women can bring you, check out our upcoming retreat to Peru!  Details are here.  Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    43 min

  6. NOV 13

    16: Why Supplements Aren’t Working: The Missing Link to Calming Your Symptoms

    If you’ve been trying supplement after supplement, hoping something will finally bring your energy back, or white-knuckling your way through perimenopause thinking you just have to survive it, this conversation might change how you see everything that’s happening in your body. In this episode, we introduce the Chakra Map of Midlife, our holistic framework that reframes menopause as not just a physical event, but a transformation of body, mind, and spirit.  We explore how emotional and spiritual imbalances can manifest as physical symptoms, and how midlife is actually your body’s invitation to awaken to deeper purpose, authenticity, and vitality. What You’ll Learn Why supplements and hormones only address one-third of what’s really going on in your bodyThe hidden emotional and energetic layers of perimenopauseHow unprocessed emotions like fear, guilt, and frustration can show up as anxiety, fatigue, or physical discomfortHow to use the chakra system as a map for healing and rebalancing during midlifeWhy your symptoms might be sacred messages guiding you toward wholenessIf this conversation resonates with you, join us (Sheri and Jen) for our upcoming Reclaim Your Aliveness in the Sacred Valley of Peru — a 9-day retreat designed to help midlife women reclaim aliveness, purpose, and reconnection with their bodies through the Chakra Map framework.  Details here: https://www.midlifewomenrising.com/peru Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    39 min

  7. NOV 6

    15: Why Overthinking Is Keeping You Stuck (And What to Do Instead)

    Do you ever feel like your mind is running a marathon while your body is stuck in place? If every decision, (even sometimes the small ones) requires endless research, pros-and-cons lists, or asking everyone for advice… and you still can't choose, this episode is for you. Today we're diving into the pattern that keeps so many spiritual midlife women spinning, stuck, and drained: overthinking. We'll break down why the advice you've been given like "just think positively" or "make a pros-and-cons list" actually keeps you trapped. And, as always, we'll tie this back to the physical and emotional symptoms you feel as you transition through menopause and beyond. By the end of this episode, you'll understand the real cost of staying stuck in overthinking, the possibilities that open up when you shift from endless analysis to intuitive action, and exactly what to do to get out of it. You'll discover: Why overthinking shows up in midlife and how it's connected to your nervous system trying to keep you safeWhat's actually happening in your body when you're stuck in mental loops (and why it feels so exhausting)Why common advice doesn't work, and how it actually keeps you more stuck in your headThe real cost of staying in over-analysis: drained energy, eroded confidence, and disconnection from your intuitionA new approach: How to shift from your mind to your body and start trusting your intuition instead of endless dataPractical steps you can take today to break the overthinking cycle and reclaim your energyThe key thing to take away from this episode is that overthinking isn't a character flaw - it's a nervous system pattern trying to keep you safe. But the safety it promises is an illusion that costs you your energy, confidence, and connection to yourself. When you shift your focus from endless analysis to intuitive, body-based action, you reclaim your time, energy, and trust in yourself. Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    50 min

  8. OCT 30

    14: Is Your Perfectionism Stealing Your Energy and Fueling Your Menopause Symptoms?

    Are you constantly running on empty? If you're a midlife woman who feels like she has to do everything perfectly, you're not just 'busy', you're trapped. That relentless drive for excellence is a coping strategy that's secretly spiking your stress hormones (cortisol), leaving you exhausted, anxious, and making your menopause symptoms feel 10x worse.  In this episode, we reveal the surprising connection between your need for "high standards" and your lack of time and energy, and gives you the exact steps to stop this cycle for good. You'll discover: Why your 'good intentions' to be perfect are actually sabotaging your energy and time.The scientific reason (hello, cortisol!) why perfectionism is making your hot flashes and brain fog worse. The surprising truth about why you're chasing perfection, and how it's secretly tied to your fear of not being worthy unless you're constantly doing more. How perfectionism keeps you focused on what others think, and the simple mental shift that allows you to finally prioritize your own time and peace.Ready to find out which midlife coping strategy is costing you the most?  Take our quiz to find out. Find us on instagram: Jen: @jenreimercoaching Sheri: @sherijohnsoncoaching

    43 min
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This is not just another midlife podcast about belly fat, Botox, or bone broth.We’re not here to help you stay young, offer makeup tips, or share recipes to sneak kale into your brownies. If you’re looking for hacks to stay small or “age gracefully,” this might not be the space for you. We’re here to burn down the old rulebook - and help you rise from the ashes.We unpack the invisible systems and internalized conditioning that keep midlife women stuck, over-functioning, and exhausted. We talk about the links between patriarchy, stress, and menopause symptoms. This is the conversation behind the conversation—raw, wise, and necessary. We’re Sheri and Jen - twin sisters, former “good-girls” turned paradigm-breakers, and your new favourite midlife truth-tellers. Our unfiltered conversations crack open the things women don’t say out loud. We’re here to offer you the tools, re-frames, and permission slips to finally stop performing and start becoming.  Expect “why didn’t anyone tell me this sooner?!” kinds of insights, advice to nix your menopause symptoms without HRT, and paradigm-shifting “aha” moments that make you want to take your power back. So if you’re ready to stop performing, and rise into the woman you were always meant to be - pull up a chair. We saved you a seat.

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    Jennifer Reimer, PhD and Sheri Johnson | Midlife Experts | Holistic Nutritionist
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