Embracing Midlife

This week on the podcast we talk about building  support systems to manage your stress We talk about: 1) Emotional support 2) Practical support 3) Positive influences And we also talk about my little robot vacuum cleaner and why I called her Michelle :)  Useful links: https://www.carergateway.gov.au/ https://www.beyondblue.org.au/ https://www.financialcounsellingaustralia.org.au/about-fca/ Connect...

In this episode, I will be talking about 5 mind traps you might be falling into when it comes to getting a good night's sleep! 1) Sleep distractions - I need to pee but I'm so snuggly! 2) Daily regrets - The woulda, coulda shouldas. 3) Problems that keep you awake i.e. financial, work, relationship issues, etc. 4) Overwhelm - You know that feeling where everyone wants a piece of you and th...

Most people appreciate that eating well and sleeping well impact on your mental and physical wellbeing. What many people don’t realize is how much these two areas impact each other and overlap, eating well and managing your weight can depend on how you sleep, and sleeping well may depend on how well you eat and manage your weight. In this episode we talk about: How our sleep impacts: Eating habits...

While most people realise a healthy diet and regular movement is essential for your well-being, many people don’t realise a good night of sleep is equally as important for your health! Unfortunately, due to our lives being so busy we tend to sacrifice our sleep to get everything done. I know a lot of busy people who pride themselves on being able to go flat out and survive on very little sleep-in...

Are you a new year’s resolution person? And more importantly do you actually stick to them and if you do that’s great. This episode is probably not for you then though you are welcome to stick around as there still may be some helpful tips her for you. This episode IS for you if you start off with good intentions but then tend to fade or think about it for so long that you never get started at all...

In this episode, I teach you 5 quick exercises that can help you relax.  1. Breathing  2. Visualisation  3. Release tension  4. Counting  5. Mindfulness And remember relaxation is a skill you learn and like any skill it takes practice. Apps to check out: Headspace, Insight timer Hypnosis audio take 10 to relax and reset https://www.dropbox.com/s/j5ad2yyadgr4xo9/Take%2010%20to%20relax%20and%20reset...

In today’s episode we talk about Hypnotherapy as an effective treatment for menopause (see links to research studies below). I talk about how hypnosis can help with · Hot flushes · Anxiety · Weight management · Self confidence · Stress · Sleep and more…. I also talk about my Menopause Relief Hypnotherapy package and you can book a call here to discuss further https://tidycal.com/sharronh/20-minute...

In Part 3 we will be discussing Lifestyle measures and behaviour change to manage menopause symptoms. Whilst MHT (HRT) and other medications are mentioned this is not what this episode is about though I have provided some links so you can do your own research. Disclaimer: Please note the purpose of this podcast is to educate and raise awareness. I am not a doctor or a menopause specialist nor do I...

There are said to be 34 menopause symptoms however I will only mention 17 today (though some of them like brain fog for instance are little clumps of symptoms so it’s more like 20 something). Before you faint or switch off, please know that not all women experience all symptoms and you may also not experience them all at once either. I do however think it’s important to know about these symptoms a...

Welcome to the first part of a 3 part series on Menopause for Menopause Awareness Month October 2022 Menopause itself is a bit of a misnomer because most women will say they are going through menopause when in fact menopause is just one day of the whole process. Perimenopause and post menopause are where all the symptoms happen. Though throughout this series you will hear me use the terms intercha...

In this episode I talk about Healthy Boundaries what they are and why we need them How they relate to self care Some tips for setting and re-establishing boundaries If you would like my help with setting boundaries you can book a free 20 minute strategy call here https://tidycal.com/sharronh/20-minute-strategy-session Other ways to connect with me Email sharronhastie@sharronhastie.com Website http...

If you’re thinking of letting your hair go grey or just curious as to what it is like this episode is for you. I am now happily embracing my natural colour (mostly) and I share some things I learned along the way. If you would like my help with navigating midlife click below to book a free 20 minute strategy call to see how I can help https://tidycal.com/sharronh/20-minute-strategy-session More fr...

If you’re struggling with low energy then this one is for you. In this episode I discuss 10 ways to increase your physical, mental and emotional energy. If you would like my help with navigating midlife click below to book a free 20 minute strategy call to see how I can help https://tidycal.com/sharronh/20-minute-strategy-session More from me Website: https://sharronhastie.com Facebook: https://ww...

Wisdom comes with age so they say. In this podcast I share some things I wish I knew when I was younger Here are the resources I mentioned http://sharronhastie.com/myth-body-image-is-all-about-the-weight/ https://greatergood.berkeley.edu/quizzes/take_quiz/self_compassion If you would like my help with navigating midlife click below to book a free 20-minute strategy call to see how I can help https...

On this episode of Embracing midlife, I share 10 ways to increase your energy. I address: Common causes of lethargy and offer practical tips to boost energy levels. From managing caffeine intake to curating social media feeds. The importance of medical check-ups to rule out underlying health issues The significance of good nutrition, physical activity, and restful sleep. The role of deep breathing...