The Midlife Grace

Ginger Monceaux

Welcome to the Midlife Grace podcast. We talk about all things midlife and menopause. This is a place where you can break societal norms, raise taboos on menopause, and redefine the narrative of midlife. I teach you how to take back your me in midlife. You become the healthiest, wealthiest and highest version of yourself. I'm your host Ginger Monceaux. I'm excited to bring to you the tips, techniques, strategies, and methods of Midlife Menopause through the lens of God with all the love and support you need to step into the highest version of yourself. Be sure to follow the show so you know when a new episode drops.

  1. FEB 3

    #119“Beyond Facials: How Diet & Mindset Transform Your Skin with Samantha Dench” “The Functional Aesthetician:

    In this episode Ginger Monceaux welcomed Samantha Dench, a licensed esthetician and entrepreneur with over 20 years of experience in holistic skin health, to discuss her approach to blending aesthetics with functional medicine. Samantha shared her personal journey of discovering the connection between diet and acne, which led her to develop a holistic approach to skincare and create Zozo Skincare. The conversation explored how functional skincare differs from traditional aesthetics, covered common skin care misconceptions, and concluded with practical advice for maintaining healthy skin through diet and mindset, along with recommendations for further support and engagement.et, along with recommendations for further support and engagement. Samantha shared her personal journey of discovering the connection between diet and acne, which led her to develop a holistic approach to skincare. After struggling with persistent acne despite using professional products, she found that a 14-day gut cleanse helped clear her skin. This experience inspired her to research the link between diet and skincare, leading her to successfully apply this knowledge to her acne clients with positive results. Connect with Samantha Dench http://www.skindeepil.com Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-functional-aesthetician/id1845922052 Social media (Instagram, TikTok, YouTube @skindeepil LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/skindeepil/ www.skindeepil.com

    15 min
  2. JAN 13

    #116"“Break Free from PCOS & Chronic Illness": with Lindsie Vizethann on Mindful Healing

    Welcome back to the Midlife Grace Podcast! In this powerful episode, we're joined by Lindsie Vizethann , host of the PCOS Unfiltered podcast and a dedicated coach. Lindsey brings a unique perspective, having spent nearly 20 years in traditional medicine as an ER nurse before experiencing her own health struggles with lupus and celiac disease. This journey led her to realize the need for deeper healing, shifting her focus to helping women reclaim their bodies through mindful eating, nervous system support, hormone balance, and sustainable habits. Today, she specializes in guiding women with PCOS to release weight and heal from the inside out. In this episode, we discuss: Introduction to Lindsie Vizethann her unique background (00:00:00)Lindsey's journey from ER nurse to health coach (00:01:30)Her personal health struggles and healing from lupus (00:02:53)The shift from treating symptoms to true healing (00:03:53)Understanding PCOS: What it is and why it's often undiagnosed (00:06:36)The role of insulin resistance as a big driver behind PCOS cases (00:07:22)How diagnosis doesn't define you: Healing beyond diagnosis (00:10:16)Addressing the emotional side of chronic conditions and the importance of a nervous system reset (00:11:44)First steps for women fighting chronic conditions and seeking healing (00:13:14) Where to find Lindsie Vizethann:https://www.instagram.com/healthy_everafter15/ https://www.youtube.com/@yourpcoshealthcoachInstagram: @healthy_everafter15Facebook: Lindsie VizethannYouTube: Lindsie Vizethann https://www.youtube.com/@yourpcoshealthcoachPodcast: PCOS Unfiltered (Search on your favorite podcast platform)Book: "Healing Beyond Diagnosis" https://a.co/d/iH4DLug Where to find the Midlife Grace Podcast: span class="ql-ui"...

    15 min
  3. JAN 6

    #115“Fasting, Faith, and Fierce Midlife Energy”with Dr.Tabatha Barber

    Welcome back to the Midlife Grace Podcast! In this episode, host Ginger is joined by the incredible Dr. Tabatha Barber. Dr. Barber is a highly sought-after, triple board-certified physician in OBGYN, menopause, and functional medicine. She is also a speaker and a two-time best-selling author who empowers women to heal from within through hormone balance, gut health, and faith-led care. Join them for a powerful conversation about finding your path, healing your body from the inside out, and reconnecting your body, mind, and soul through faith and fasting. In this episode, we discuss:(00:00:00) Introducing Dr. Tabatha Barber(00:01:38) Dr. Barber's powerful personal story of becoming a teen mom and finding her calling(00:04:15) The divine message that changed the course of her life(00:06:19) The burnout that came from fulfilling her mission without God(00:08:20) Navigating "broke-down seasons" and finding true identity(00:15:53) The inspiration behind her book, Fast to Faith(00:17:52) Why you cannot heal a body you hate and the power of loving yourself as God does(00:20:29) The spiritual practice of Lectio Divina and its role in healing(00:23:40) Menopause and the number one thing women need to do: break up with sugar(00:25:52) How fasting promotes gut health and healing(00:29:26) Why women need to fast differently than men (carb cycling)(00:30:54) The critical role of adrenal health in menopause(00:36:23) Dr. Barber's final message of hope for women in midlife Where to Find Dr. Tabatha Barber:Website: drtabatha.comBook: Fast to FaithInstagram: @drtabatha Where to Find Ginger (Host):Podcast: Midlife Grace PodcastFacebook Group: Successful Irradiant Womengingermonceaux.com Key Terms &...

    41 min
  4. JAN 1

    #114"Smart Start 2026 Your Year"with Ginger Monceaux

    Welcome to 2026! In this episode of the Midlife Grace Podcast, your host kicks off the new year with a powerful and faith-centered guide to setting and achieving your goals. Forget vague wishes and resolutions that fizzle out by February. Learn how to apply the SMART Intentional Framework to turn your dreams into reality. By combining specific, measurable, achievable, relevant, and time-bound goals with prayer and divine guidance, you can make 2026 your year of breakthrough, purpose, and victory. What You'll Learn in This Episode(00:00:00) Welcome to 2026: Embracing the new year with excitement and intention.(00:01:55) Why vague goals like "lose weight" or "make more money" often fail.(00:02:40) An introduction to the SMART goal-setting framework.(00:03:15) S - Specific: How to gain clarity on what you truly want to achieve.(00:04:30) M - Measurable: The importance of tracking your progress to stay motivated.(00:05:55) A - Achievable: Setting realistic goals that stretch you without setting you up for failure.(00:07:25) R - Relevant: Ensuring your goals align with your faith, values, and purpose.(00:08:30) T - Time-bound: Why a deadline is crucial for turning a dream into a plan.(00:09:30) A practical example of a well-structured SMART goal.(00:10:10) The power of praying over your goals and partnering with God.(00:11:00) A challenge to write down your SMART goals and visualize your success. Where to Find the HostPodcast: Midlife Grace Podcast Key Terms & ReferencesSMART Goal System: An acronym for Specific, Measurable, Achievable, Relevant, and Time-bound.Scripture: Ephesians 2:8 - "For it is by grace that you have been saved, through faith—and this is not from yourselves, it is the gift of God."

    18 min
  5. 12/16/2025

    #113 "Jesus is the Reason for the Season"with Ginger Monceaux

    Welcome back to the Midlife Grace podcast! In this special Christmas episode, the host Ginger Monceaux reflects on how quickly the year has passed and the true meaning of the holiday season. She encourages listeners to shift their focus from the hustle and bustle of gifts and deadlines to the profound gift of Jesus Christ, our first love. This episode is a beautiful reminder to return to Him, not with perfection, but with presence and an honest heart, embracing the peace, joy, and clarity He offers. Main Topics Discussed:(00:00:00) Reflecting on how fast the year has gone by and the host's love for the Christmas season.(00:00:15) Introducing Jesus as the reason for the season and the "gift that you can't wrap" – returning to your first love.(00:00:40) The desire to be wrapped up in Christ Jesus rather than just gifts, meals, deadlines, and exhaustion.(00:01:15) Acknowledging how life's demands (to-do lists, responsibilities, hormones, stress, motherhood, marriage, career shifts, midlife transformations) can cause us to drift away from God.(00:02:00) Contrasting the enemy's desire for us to feel lost with the Lord's constant presence, waiting for our return like the father of the prodigal son.(00:02:40) Jesus's invitation to be more present, not more perfect, and to "just come closer" without needing to clean ourselves up.(00:03:00) What God truly desires from us: an honest heart, our tiredness, confusion, hopes, fears, and joys – our complete surrender and the real us.(00:03:50) How to return to our first love: running to Him, being still, letting His words speak, slowing down to hear Him, and allowing His presence to fill empty places.(00:04:30) The importance of coming to God in humility, without pretense, allowing for genuine connection.(00:05:15) The invaluable gifts Jesus offers that stores cannot sell: rest, not growing weary, peace, joy for the heart, clarity for the new year, confidence, and a renewed spirit with fire.(00:06:10) An encouragement to take slow, still moments amidst the holiday fury to draw closer to Him for restoration and revival.(00:06:30) A call to truly enjoy the Christmas season by sitting back in the miracle of Jesus Christ's birth.(00:07:20) Closing remarks, Merry Christmas wishes, and a final scripture from Ephesians 2:8. Where to find:Host: The Midlife Grace podcast can be found on your favorite podcast platform. Please subscribe, download, and leave a five-star review to help other women find the show!

    10 min
5
out of 5
8 Ratings

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Welcome to the Midlife Grace podcast. We talk about all things midlife and menopause. This is a place where you can break societal norms, raise taboos on menopause, and redefine the narrative of midlife. I teach you how to take back your me in midlife. You become the healthiest, wealthiest and highest version of yourself. I'm your host Ginger Monceaux. I'm excited to bring to you the tips, techniques, strategies, and methods of Midlife Menopause through the lens of God with all the love and support you need to step into the highest version of yourself. Be sure to follow the show so you know when a new episode drops.