Opt to Thrive…for Midlife Women

Dr Corina Sims
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Opt to Thrive is a health and wellness podcast designed to support, educate, inspire, empower and motivate midlife women to live their healthiest, happiest most fulfilled lives. Motivated by her own life experiences and challenging midlife transition, Dr Corina Sims created Opt to Thrive. Dr Sims is a rural GP Obstetrician and Menopause Specialist who has a passion for connecting with and empowering other women to be the best version of themselves. Disappointed with the vast amount of contradictory information targeted at menopausal women, Dr Sims also recognised the gap in medicine that has been identified around the globe in managing women going through it.  Dr Dims strives to bring evidence based information to those who are searching for answers. Listen in every week where on one week you’ll find either a short and sweet episode designed to uplift, inspire and give helpful tips to manage your mind and a longer episode the next created to educate and inform. 

  1. 3d ago ·  Bonus

    Manage Your Mind Mindful Moment: A Winter Walk, a Podcast, and an Unexpected Lesson

    Send us Fan Mail What if you approached your life like a scientist? It sounds a little unusual... but stay with me. In this Mindful Moment, I share the surprising idea that sparked while walking through a crisp winter morning in my beanie, puffer jacket and very questionable scarf combination. We explore how one simple shift in thinking can make even our biggest goals feel less overwhelming—whether that's building healthier habits, finding more energy, losing weight, or creating a life that feels more aligned with what truly matters. Along the way, we also talk about winter... and why perhaps this often-dreaded season has more to teach us than we realise. If you've been feeling a little stuck, a little flat, or wondering where to begin, this episode is a gentle invitation to pause, reflect, and see things through a different lens. Sometimes the smallest shift in perspective changes everything. Let's connect: Register for the upcoming Midlife Masterclass here: HereGet your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    15 min

  2. Jul 1

    Reversing Osteoporosis, Losing Weight & Getting Stronger - While Eating More Than Ever: This Is Mary-Ann's Story

    Send us Fan Mail In this very special episode, we are joined by another Midlife Health & Body Reset Member Mary-Ann. At 12 months after joining the program Mary-Ann reflects on how far she's come.  Twelve months ago, she was living a sedentary lifestyle, gaining weight eating very little and suffering from menopausal symptoms. Then to top it all off, she was diagnosed with Osteoporosis.  Flash forward to today Mary-Ann is strong and full of energy, fitting into clothes she hasn't worn for years all while eating more than she ever has. And the best news? She has reversed the Osteoporosis! Tune in to hear the inspirational story of how she did it, how Mary-Ann turned things around to truly thrive in midlife.  Let's connect: Get your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    34 min

  3. Jun 24 ·  Bonus

    Manage Your Mind Mindful Moment: How Looking After Your Future Self Can Change Your Life

    Send us Fan Mail What if one of the most powerful forms of self-care isn't just what you do for yourself today, but what you do for the version of you that will wake up tomorrow? In this Mindful Moment I’m sharing a coaching conversation that sparked a reflection on sleep, stress, boundaries, and the small decisions that shape how we feel. From creating breathing room in a busy medical practice to leaving a simple sticky note for my future self, we’ll explore the idea of becoming someone who consistently has her own back. This episode is an invitation to think differently about the choices you make each day—not as acts of restriction or discipline, but as gifts to your future self. Because when you start looking after your future self, something remarkable happens: you begin to trust that you have your own back.💛 In this episode: Why protecting your sleep often starts with protecting your timeThe small calendar change that transformed Corina's workdayHow reducing stress can create space for better health habitsThe surprising power of planning ahead for your future selfA simple question that can help guide better decisions every dayReflection: What does your future self need from you today? And what might she thank you for tomorrow? Get your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    11 min

  4. Jun 17

    The Midlife Skin Series Part 2: Midlife Skin Series Part 2: Cleansers, Creams & The Truth About Anti-Ageing Skincare

    Send us Fan Mail Let’s Stay Connected: In Part 2 of my Midlife Skin Series, we're diving into the world of skincare and separating science from marketing hype. From cleansers and moisturisers to vitamin C, hyaluronic acid, hormones, glycolic acid and tretinoin, I explore what the evidence actually says about the products lining our bathroom shelves. Which ingredients are worth your money? Which ones are mostly clever marketing? And is it really possible to improve ageing skin with what we put on our faces? If you've ever felt overwhelmed by skincare advice, this episode will help you simplify your routine and focus on what truly matters for healthy, ageing skin. Because when it comes to skincare, more expensive doesn't always mean better. Get your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    38 min

  5. Jun 10 ·  Bonus

    Manage Your Mind Mindful Moment: The Morning My Heart Broke for My Son

    Send us Fan Mail He sent me a photo of his new tattoo. I had not seen this one coming. It sent me into a spiral. Heartbreak, fear, imagined futures and worry. Tune in to find out how I managed my mind.  A great reminder that often suffering comes not from what is happening but from the stories we tell ourselves. Let’s Stay Connected: Get your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    14 min

  6. Jun 3

    The Midlife Skin Series Part 1: Wrinkles, Red Light & Collagen...What’s Worth Your Money?

    Send us Fan Mail Collagen powders, glowing red light masks, anti-aging promises everywhere… but what does the research actually say? In this episode I’m taking a deep dive into the science of skin aging, collagen supplements, and red light therapy. You’ll learn what happens to our skin as we age, why collagen and elastin matter, whether collagen powders really help skin or muscle, and what the evidence says about those increasingly popular LED red light masks. This is the first episode in a new skin-focused mini-series exploring what is hype, what has evidence behind it, and what may actually be worth your money when it comes to aging skin in midlife. Let’s Stay Connected: Get your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    26 min

  7. May 27 ·  Bonus

    Manage Your Mind Mindful Moment: Midlife Weight Gain, Food Rules & Finding Peace with Food

    Send us Fan Mail This episode comes out of reflecting on my own journey after finishing a menopause clinic where every woman I saw that day, was disheartened and frustrated with weight gain. In this episode I’m sharing more of my own story with weight gain in midlife, the mindset shifts I had to make, and the relationship with food I needed to rebuild to finally feel good in my body again. We talk about: ✨ food rules ✨ emotional eating ✨ hunger awareness ✨ sugar and cravings ✨ why “being good” often backfires ✨ and how sustainable change is so much more about mindset than willpower. This is an honest conversation about what actually helped me — and what I now help other women work through too. 💛 Let’s Stay Connected: Get your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    13 min

  8. May 20

    The Silent Condition Hiding in Plain Sight: Three Stories Every Midlife Woman Needs to Hear

    Send us Fan Mail This week’s episode is one of the most important conversations I’ve had on the podcast. I’m joined by three remarkable women, all in their mid to late 50s, who considered themselves healthy, active, and doing many of the right things for their health. None of them expected to receive this diagnosis. In this powerful and deeply personal conversation, they share the stories of how they found out, what went through their minds when they heard the news, and how it changed the way they think about aging, strength, and their future health. Their stories are honest, emotional, and incredibly important because what happened to them could happen to many women who feel well and assume their bones are fine. This episode is a powerful reminder that bone health often flies under the radar until something unexpected brings it into sharp focus. If you are a midlife woman who wants to stay strong, independent, and active for decades to come, this is an episode you do not want to miss. You’ll hear: How each woman discovered the diagnosisTheir emotional reactions and initial fearsWhy osteoporosis can be present without obvious symptomsWhat they are doing now to protect and strengthen their bonesWhy muscle and strength training matter so much in midlife and beyondThis conversation is a wake-up call, but also an empowering reminder that there is so much we can do to build stronger bones and age powerfully. Listen in—you may never think about your bones the same way again. Let’s Stay Connected: Get your free Midlife Health & Body Reset Guide: HereFind out more about the Midlife Reset Program: HereJoin the Opt to Thrive mailing list: HereFollow Dr. Corina on Instagram: @drcorinasimsopttothriveConnect on Facebook: Opt to Thrive (Dr Corina Sims)Opt to Thrive official website

    53 min
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Opt to Thrive is a health and wellness podcast designed to support, educate, inspire, empower and motivate midlife women to live their healthiest, happiest most fulfilled lives. Motivated by her own life experiences and challenging midlife transition, Dr Corina Sims created Opt to Thrive. Dr Sims is a rural GP Obstetrician and Menopause Specialist who has a passion for connecting with and empowering other women to be the best version of themselves. Disappointed with the vast amount of contradictory information targeted at menopausal women, Dr Sims also recognised the gap in medicine that has been identified around the globe in managing women going through it.  Dr Dims strives to bring evidence based information to those who are searching for answers. Listen in every week where on one week you’ll find either a short and sweet episode designed to uplift, inspire and give helpful tips to manage your mind and a longer episode the next created to educate and inform. 

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