Posts by Kathleen Bulger
What did you learn talking to your doctor about menopause?
You are not alone, we all have questions about menopause. If you’re like most women I work with, the answer might be: not much. Or worse, “It’s just menopause, you’ll get through it.” That sentence alone has left too many of us confused, unsupported, and frankly, a little ticked off. Its not your doctors fault,…
Read MoreThe Power Move Most Women Leaders Overlook: Rest
The super power of Rest The Hidden Power Move Most Women Leaders Overlook: Rest is often the last thing we give ourselves permission to embrace. We’ve been taught, quietly and persistently, that our value is tied to how much we produce, how well we perform, and how constantly we hustle. Slowing down has been labeled…
Read MoreMenopause and Caregiver Fatigue: Why Feeling Bone-Tired Is Completely Normal
Sometimes, as women, we carry the weight of the world like it’s our job. (Spoiler alert: it isn’t.) Menopause and caregiver fatigue often arrive hand-in-hand during midlife, creating a perfect storm of emotional and physical exhaustion. Many women find themselves juggling the hormonal shifts of menopause while caring for aging parents, grieving loved ones, or…
Read MoreMenopause, Brain Fog, and Energy Crashes: What’s Really Going On?
I have expereinced menopause, brain fog, and energy crashes. I recently gained a little more insight on these symptoms when I attended a powerful screening of The M Factor Movie. It was a documentary on menopause hosted by Phitcetera. As a nutritional consultant, I expected to walk away with insights. I didn’t expect to have…
Read More“Lessons in Strength
Reflections on Motherhood, Resilience, and Recovery As I spend this week with my grandchildren, I find myself reflecting on the years I spent as a single parent. Those were long, challenging years where I carried the weight of everything—working to provide, keeping the house in order (or at least trying to), cooking meals, shuttling kids…
Read MoreWhere all diets go to die- The Diet Graveyard
Why It’s Time to Stop Mourning What Never Worked If you’re over 50, chances are you’ve tried at least a handful of diets in your lifetime. Probabaly more than ever as Menopause approaches and your metabolism begins to slow down. Maybe they worked for a while, maybe they didn’t, but here’s the real question: Did…
Read MoreWhat are the Myths About Aging Holding Women Back?
Aging Myths That Hold Women Back—and What They Really Mean Are You Over 50 and Feeling Invisible? Do you feel like the world expects you to fade into the background now that you’re over 50? Does it seem like your best years are behind you, and it’s all downhill from here? Well, I call BS…
Read MoreEngaging Your Brain and Reduce Brain Fog
Are you worried about how your brain is functioning? Have you ever had those moments where you thought you’re losing your mind? Or are you feeling stressed because you can’t stay focused on one thing? You are not alone. Engaging your brain to reduce brain fog is a game changer. My experience working with others…
Read MoreForgiving Yourself
Forgiving yourself for moving through the world to please others can release guilt around self-care. This allows us to embrace personal growth by acknowledging improved awareness and permitting better choices. Forgiveness permits us to set appropriate boundaries on how we are willing to be treated. Before self-love becomes liberating, rather than feeling like a burden…
Read MoreHow Nurturing Yourself Through Self-Care Can Initiate Change
Self-care often gets tied to frivolous self-indulgence, there’s an untapped amount of physical and mental wellness that comes forward with purposeful actions toward wellness. Contrary to popular belief, dedicating a full day to nurturing oneself isn’t frivolous; it can initiate profound change and growth. Understanding the Benefits of Self-Care Looking at self-care means going beyond…
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