Chat Off The Mat - For Women Ready To Rise

Rose Wippich
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Chat Off The Mat is a podcast for women in their wisdom years who are done shrinking — and ready to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice. Hosted by Rose Wippich — author of Empress Rising, Reiki Master Teacher, and qigong and yoga instructor — the show features honest, grounded conversations and solo teachings on the path of Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the power that has always been theirs. Rose sits down with healers, teachers, authors, and everyday Empresses — and shares her own teachings and reflections — to explore the modalities, mindset shifts, and lived experiences that shape how women choose, lead, and live in this chapter. From Reiki and qigong to intuition, identity, menopause, and the challenges no one warned us about — these are the conversations women have been waiting for. This is not a self-improvement podcast. You are not broken. You are not behind.  You are not too late. Episodes explore: The Empress archetype and identity after 50Healing modalities — Reiki, qigong, yoga, and energy workIntuition, inner authority, and energy sovereigntyMidlife transitions, menopause, and identity shiftsReal conversations about the challenges women face after 50Sacred sisterhood and the circle we were never givenRewriting the cultural story about aging women Welcome to the most powerful chapter of your life.

  1. APR 26

    Courage, Sovereignty & Reinvention: A Conversation with Kim Benoy and Rose Wippich

    In this special collaborative episode, Kim Benoy, host of Midlife with Courage, and Rose Wippich, host of Chat Off The Mat come together for an honest and empowering conversation about what it truly means to navigate midlife with courage, sovereignty, and self-trust. Together, they explore the identity shifts that many women experience in midlife—when traditional roles begin to change and new possibilities emerge. This conversation invites women to reflect on their purpose, reclaim their energy, and step into greater visibility with confidence and authenticity. In This Episode, We Discuss: Identity shifts and reinvention in midlifeReturning to yourself after years of caregiving and responsibilityThe importance of energetic boundaries and self-careFinding purpose and meaningful work in your next chapterVisibility, voice, and being seen in midlife and beyond, and more!Midlife is a turning point—not a decline. It is a time to reassess priorities, rediscover passions, and reconnect with your inner wisdom. You are allowed to redefine success. Success may look like meaningful connections, personal fulfillment, creative expression, or simply living in alignment with your values. Your voice matters. Many women feel invisible in midlife, yet this stage of life holds immense wisdom and leadership potential. Boundaries protect your energy. Learning when to say no—and how to care for yourself—is essential for long-term well-being and vitality. It's never too late to begin again. Dreams can evolve, resurface, or be reimagined at any stage of life. Connect with Kim https://www.midlifewithcourage.com/ Midlife with Courage™ Community A welcoming place to build meaningful connections, gain confidence, and navigate midlife with courage and clarity. Kim Benoy is a retired Registered Nurse turned podcast host, speaker, and passionate connector of midlife women. Through her Midlife with Courage™ Podcast, she inspires and motivates women over 40 to embrace change, rediscover their strength, and live their next chapter with purpose, confidence, and courage. ✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

    39 min

  2. APR 12

    Why Self-Sabotage Isn't Your Fault (And How to Turn It Off) with Angela Jean

    What if your body could rewire your mind before your thoughts ever catch up? In this powerful episode, mindset disruptor Angela Jean reveals how rhythm, breath, and nervous system science can break the chains of trauma and self-sabotage. Angela shares her journey from surviving profound childhood trauma to creating the Soul Sync Method—a revolutionary approach combining neuroscience, rhythmic affirmations, and embodied healing. Discover why traditional affirmations fail, how to train your left and right brain to work together, and the simple techniques that signal safety to your nervous system. This conversation transforms how you think about healing, self-love, and what's possible when you stop fighting your patterns and start reprogramming them at the source. Stay until the end for Angela's transformative walking meditation—a powerful nervous system reset practice included as a bonus at the conclusion of this episode. KEY TOPICS Why breath is the most powerful (and underrated) healing toolThe neuroscience of rhythmic affirmations and how they rewire self-sabotageAngela's 30-day self-love ritual that transforms codependency and attachment woundsHow to identify when your nervous system is stuck in survival modeThe "nervous system sway" technique to signal safety to your bodyWhy self-sabotage means your body doesn't feel safe to hold love, success, or opportunityExtending grace to parents to untether yourself from childhood woundsBrain dump journaling technique + the power of triads CONNECT WITH ANGELA JEAN Website: https://www.angelajeanchat.com Instagram: @angelajean.chat YouTube: Angela Jean Free Resources: 30-Day Nervous System Reset: https://shorturl.at/w8IxESelf-Concept Audio: https://shorturl.at/V9xkhAll 30-Day Programs: https://shorturl.at/ynSHa✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

    45 min

  3. MAR 29

    Witching Stones, Goddess Crystals and Feminine Wisdom with Nicholas Pearson

    What if the most powerful stone you could work with isn't a glittering amethyst or polished rose quartz—but a simple piece of flint you found in your backyard? Crystal expert and author Nicholas Pearson joins Rose to reveal the ancient magic hidden in witching stones, the sacred wisdom of the crone archetype, and why choosing crystals intuitively might be the most important thing you're not doing. Whether you're new to crystals or a seasoned practitioner, this episode will completely shift how you see—and work with—the mineral kingdom. In this episode, you'll discover: The real difference between crystals, minerals, rocks, stones, and gems (and why it actually matters energetically)How to choose crystals intuitively—and why the ones that make you uncomfortable might be exactly what you needHow to set intentions and "charge" your crystals for specific, powerful resultsThe stones most powerfully linked to the crone archetype and women in their wisdom yearsWhy lepidolite (the "grandmother stone") is a must-have for navigating midlife transitions, anxiety, and uncertaintyThe mythic and alchemical significance of emerald and its deep connection to the divine feminineHagstones, obsidian, jet, and moonstone—and how to work with them for transformation and psychic awarenessHow many crystals to keep by your bed (and what happens when you have too many)A sneak peek at Nicholas's upcoming book, Reiki RitualsAbout Nicholas Pearson Nicholas Pearson is among the foremost experts on crystals, combining nearly 30 years of experience in the mineral kingdom with extensive training in mineral science, Reiki, and the mystical arts. A Reiki Shihan (master teacher), Nicholas studied mineral science at Stetson University and has worked for years at the Gillespie Museum—home to the largest mineral collection in the southern United States—where he currently serves as curator. He is the author of more than a dozen books including The Witching Stones, Stones of the Goddesses, Crystal Basics, Crystals for Psychic Self-Defense, and Foundations of Reiki Ryoho. 🌐 Find Nicholas: theluminouspearl.com | @theluminouspearl ✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

    48 min

  4. MAR 15

    How Chronic Stress Hijacks Women’s Metabolism And What To Do About It with Molly McNamee

    Many women are doing everything right—eating healthy, exercising regularly, and following the latest wellness advice—yet still feel exhausted, anxious, or stuck with stubborn weight gain. In this episode of Chat Off The Mat, Rose Wippich sits down with hormone health coach and fitness expert Molly McNamee to explore the often-overlooked culprit behind these struggles: chronic stress and cortisol imbalance. Molly shares how elevated stress hormones can silently disrupt metabolism, increase cravings, stall fat loss, and leave women feeling like their bodies are working against them. Key Takeaways Stress is the missing piece in most weight loss struggles—not willpower or disciplineHigh cortisol elevates blood sugar, slows metabolism, and promotes belly fat storageHIIT workouts and intermittent fasting can worsen hormonal imbalances when you're already stressedLow-impact cardio (walking, hiking, yoga) supports hormone balance better than intense exerciseSmall, ridiculously easy habits are more sustainable than drastic lifestyle overhaulsYour body is unique—what works for your friend may not work for you What You'll Learn Undestanding Cortisol & Stress The Exercise Trap Intermittent Fasting Truth Practical Stress Release Strategies About Molly McNamee Molly McNamee is a Los Angeles-based personal trainer and hormone health coach and founder of MFit Workouts. Since 2013, she's been helping women break free from the cycle of stress-driven exercise and discover a way of living that truly supports their bodies. Through her signature Safe Burn Method, she teaches short, effective, stress-conscious workouts and lifestyle shifts that leave you energized, not exhausted. Free Resources: Download Molly's free ebook "Conquer Your Cortisol"Includes cortisol symptom checklist and workout modificationsFree consultation call included with ebook downloadConnect with Molly: Website: mollymcnamee.com✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

    50 min

  5. MAR 1

    Your Body Is Your Medicine: Holistic, Intuitive and Spiritual Healing with Corbin Chase

    What if wellness wasn't about doing more — but about reconnecting with the whole you? In this episode of Chat Off The Mat, Rose sits down with Corbin Chase, a holistic medical intuitive and psychic medium based in southern Maine, to explore what it truly means to live in alignment with your body, your spirit, and the natural world. Corbin spent over a decade in corporate America, where she created the first global well-being organization at a major tech company, before following her calling to establish Corbin Chase Health. Today she works with clients nationally and internationally, helping them achieve optimal health through holistic, spiritual, and intuitive living. Corbin shares why your body is always communicating with you — and how tuning in, not outsourcing, is the real path to wellness. We explore the spiritual side of physical symptoms, why diet culture fails us, and how unprocessed experiences can manifest as illness. Plus, her powerful take on anxiety, self-love, and what it means to truly surrender into who you are now. "Every single thing that you have been through is a rock that hasn't been turned over yet. On the other side of that rock is your gold nugget." — Corbin Chase Corbin Chase is a holistic medical intuitive and psychic medium based in southern Maine. After over a decade in corporate America — where she created the first global well-being organization at a major tech company — she followed her calling to establish Corbin Chase Health, working with clients nationally and internationally to achieve optimal health through holistic and spiritual living. Links & Resources Corbin Chase Website: https://corbinchase.healthCorbin's Instagram: @spiritualhealthexpertPodcast Discount: Use code SPIRITUALHEALTHEXPERT at checkout for 20% off a one-on-one session with CorbinCorbin's Podcast: Sacred Lives, Sovereign Communities (Season 2 coming soon)✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

    39 min

  6. FEB 15

    Fire Horse Energy: Unleash Your Inner Empress

    The Year of the Fire Horse arrives February 17, 2026—a once-in-60-years cosmic event that invites you to step into bold, unapologetic visibility. After the introspective Wood Snake year of shedding and wisdom-gathering, it's time to gallop forward with passion, sovereignty, and heart-centered action. In this episode, Rose explores the powerful fire horse energy and what it means for women ready to rewrite the rules of aging, visibility, and power. Drawing from Chinese astrology, elemental wisdom, and the Empress Rising framework, you'll discover how to harness this intense, transformational energy without burning out. What You'll Learn: What makes the fire horse year so rare and revolutionary (hint: the last one sparked the counterculture movement of 1966)How to balance fierce yang energy with essential yin practices to avoid burnoutFive powerful practices to harness fire horse momentum: grounding techniques, choosing your direction, honoring sovereignty, stepping into visibility, and balancing fire with waterWhy this year is custom-made for midlife women reclaiming their powerHow to lead from your heart instead of overthinking every decisionThe sovereign pause practice for discerning true yes from obligationMirror work and daily practices to build your courage musclePractices From This Episode: ✨Morning grounding ritual: barefoot earth connection before checking your phone ✨ Compass exercise:  four life directions ✨ "Not This Year" list: releasing obligations that don't serve your path ✨ Mirror practice: visibility affirmations ✨ Sovereign pause:  ✨ Weekly water rituals Resources Mentioned: Grounding crystals: hematite, black tourmaline, black obsidian, smoky quartzThis episode is for you if you're done shrinking, ready to be seen, and willing to trust your untamed, unapologetic aliveness. The fire horse is galloping in—will you ride? ✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

    29 min

  7. FEB 1

    Medical Intuition, Spirit Communication & the 12 Phases of Transition with Julie Ryan

    What if intuition isn’t a gift reserved for the few—but a skill we can all learn? In this powerful conversation, Rose sits down with psychic medium and medical intuitive Julie Ryan to explore what truly happens between worlds. Julie shares how she learned her intuitive abilities, how energetic healing works, and why raising your vibration takes far less effort than we’ve been taught. Together, they dive into medical intuition, spirit guides, dream visitations, grief as a low vibration, and Julie’s profound work documenting the 12 Phases of Transition—the process every soul experiences when leaving the body. Julie also explains how angels, deceased loved ones, and even pets arrive to escort us during death, as detailed in her book Angelic Attendance. This episode offers comfort, clarity, and a radically empowering perspective on healing, intuition, and what awaits us beyond the veil—reminding us that we are never alone, and that the body and spirit know how to heal when we get out of the way. ✨ Topics include: Medical intuition & energetic healingSpirit guides and divine downloadsDream visitations and griefThe 12 Phases of TransitionWhat really happens when we dieLearning to trust your intuitive intelligenceJulie Ryan is a psychic medium, medical intuitive, inventor, and entrepreneur who teaches people worldwide how to access their intuitive abilities. Known for her practical and grounded approach, Julie can scan the body energetically, facilitate healing, communicate with spirits (both living and deceased), access past lives, and work with spirit guides and angels. She is the author of Angelic Attendance and host of the globally syndicated show Ask Julie Ryan, heard in over 100 countries. Julie’s work bridges spirituality and science, empowering people to trust their intuition and understand what truly happens between worlds. Julie's Website - Has all of her links. Instagram Get Julie's Book for Free Youtube ✨ The deeper work lives on Substack and in my book. Rose Wippich — weekly essays on Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the energy, voice, and years that are yours. If you're ready to stop fading and start reigning, meet me there. Substack Link Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

    51 min

  8. JAN 25

    Claim Your Throne: Create Your Sacred Space & Embody Empress Energy in 2026

    Welcome to the Season 6 premiere of Chat Off The Mat! Host Rose Wiippich, Energy Alchemist and author of Empress Rising, kicks off 2026 with a transformative solo episode about claiming your throne—both the physical sacred space you create and the inner sanctuary you can access anytime. When was the last time you had a space that was truly, completely yours? A place where no one else's energy, needs, or expectations could reach you? In this episode, Rose explores the concept of "throne energy" and why creating a sacred space is essential for embodying your Empress energy and reclaiming your sovereignty. In This Episode You'll Discover: The two types of thrones: your physical sacred space and your inner sanctuaryWhy having a space that's completely yours is essential for wellbeingHow to identify and claim your throne space in your home (even if it's just a corner, shelf, or bathroom)Energy clearing practices using sage, Palo Santo, Reiki, or simple intentionThe sacred objects and elements that make your space uniquely yoursHow your physical throne becomes a bridge to accessing your inner guidanceWhy trusting your inner throne is more powerful than seeking external validationA practical sovereignty practice to connect with your inner throne dailyRose shares personal stories about learning to trust her intuitive guidance, from choosing office colors to making bigger life decisions. She offers a step-by-step challenge for claiming your throne this week, including space identification, energy clearing, and personalization with intention. This episode is perfect for women in midlife seeking to reclaim their power, establish healthy boundaries, and create sacred space for self-connection. Whether you're an empty nester, recently retired, or simply ready to prioritize your own needs, this conversation will inspire you to step fully into your sovereign energy. Chat Off The Mat is hosted by Rose Wippich, Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master, author & Modern Empress. Each episode explores energy, empowerment, and transformation for women ready to step into their sovereign power. Rose Wippich is an Energy Alchemist, Reiki Master Teacher, qigong and yoga instructor, and author of Empress Rising. She's here for the woman who knows she's ready for something more — the one who feels the pull of her next chapter but isn't quite sure how to step into it. Through her book, podcast, and teaching, Rose inspires and guides women in midlife to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice — and step boldly into their Empress years. Connect with Rose: 🌹 Website: rosewippich.com 📖 Book: EMPRESS RISING: Own Your Energy, Trust Your Wisdom & Rewrite the Rules of Aging.  ✍️ Substack  📷 Instagram  If this conversation resonated with you, share it with a friend, subscribe to the podcast. Please review  ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ via Apple Review or Podchaser.  Produced by Rose Wippich | Chat Off The Mat Podcast © 2026 Rose Wippich

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Chat Off The Mat is a podcast for women in their wisdom years who are done shrinking — and ready to reclaim their energy, identity, and voice. Hosted by Rose Wippich — author of Empress Rising, Reiki Master Teacher, and qigong and yoga instructor — the show features honest, grounded conversations and solo teachings on the path of Remembering, Returning, and Reclaiming the power that has always been theirs. Rose sits down with healers, teachers, authors, and everyday Empresses — and shares her own teachings and reflections — to explore the modalities, mindset shifts, and lived experiences that shape how women choose, lead, and live in this chapter. From Reiki and qigong to intuition, identity, menopause, and the challenges no one warned us about — these are the conversations women have been waiting for. This is not a self-improvement podcast. You are not broken. You are not behind.  You are not too late. Episodes explore: The Empress archetype and identity after 50Healing modalities — Reiki, qigong, yoga, and energy workIntuition, inner authority, and energy sovereigntyMidlife transitions, menopause, and identity shiftsReal conversations about the challenges women face after 50Sacred sisterhood and the circle we were never givenRewriting the cultural story about aging women Welcome to the most powerful chapter of your life.

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