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The medical establishment has a dirty secret: most doctors receive only ONE HOUR of menopause training during their entire education. This staggering knowledge gap explains why millions of women suffer needlessly through perimenopause and menopause without proper care or understanding.

When host Trina shares her personal journey through menopause that began relatively young at age 47, she reveals the physical and emotional hell she endured. From debilitating hot flashes that made her feel like she was "burning from the inside" to extreme mood swings, brain fog, and depression - these symptoms weren't just inconveniences but life-altering challenges that healthcare providers routinely dismissed.

Most shocking is how symptoms many women attribute to aging, autoimmune conditions, or mental health issues might actually stem from hormone imbalances. Vaginal atrophy (which affects urinary health too), unexplained weight gain, osteopenia, skin changes, and even cognitive difficulties can all connect back to plummeting hormone levels. Meanwhile, common ingredients like soy act as hormone disruptors, making symptoms worse while hiding in everything from supplements to medications.

The disparity between how we treat men's and women's health becomes painfully obvious. As Trina points out, "If we were to tell men that their penis was going to shrivel up, it would be a medical emergency," yet women are expected to accept vaginal atrophy as an inevitable part of aging. While medications like Viagra receive fast-track approval, many hormone treatments for women remain understudied or inaccessible.

Finding specialized care often requires deep research, significant financial investment, and persistence against a system that continues to marginalize women's experiences. But the transformation possible with proper hormone management - from improved cognitive function to better sleep, mood stability, and sexual wellness - makes the fight worthwhile.

Have you experienced unexplained symptoms your doctor dismissed? Listen now, then share with the women in your life who deserve better healthcare. Together, we can demand the medical system stop treating women's bodies as mysterious afterthoughts.

Links Mentioned in the Show:

You Are Not Broken, Dr. Kelly Casperson: 318. How (AND WHY) to Prescribe Hormones

The Drive: Women's Sexual Health, Menopause, and Hormone Replacement Therapy (Dr. Rachael Rubin)

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Ever feel like the universe is trying to slow you down by any means necessary? That's exactly what happened when Emily traveled to Peru for what was meant to be a rejuvenating retreat but turned into an unexpected journey of physical limitations, emotional revelations, and reluctant self-care.

At nearly 12,000 feet elevation (double that of Colorado!), Emily's body quickly made it clear that she wasn't in Florida anymore. Despite faithfully attending Pilates three times weekly at home, Emily found herself struggling to breathe after the simplest walks. The shame and frustration of being physically limited despite her preparation became her first teacher – forcing her to confront expectations she'd placed on herself and her body. When retreat leader Jaden found Emily in tears, her gentle reminder that "the whole reason we're here is to hold space for what you need" became permission Emily didn't know she needed.

Between the stunning vistas of Machu Picchu, textile-making demonstrations with all-natural materials, and cultural ceremonies that left Emily speechless, Peru itself became a profound teacher. The locals' reverence for Pachamama (Mother Earth) and their understanding that honoring the earth means honoring ourselves challenged Emily's perspectives on our relationship with nature. Even as she struggled with the intensive schedule that left little downtime between experiences, these cultural immersions provided moments of pure magic that transcended Emily's physical discomfort.

Coming home should have meant rest, but instead brought illness followed by a back injury – forcing the slow-down Emily had been resisting. As wedding planning intensifies and life's demands continue to multiply, this Peru experience serves as a powerful reminder that sometimes our greatest growth happens when we surrender to our limitations rather than fighting against them. What parts of your life might be asking you to slow down and honor what your body and spirit truly need?

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What happens when family boundaries get blurred and relationships hit unexpected roadblocks? In this episode of Mind Your Heart, Emily and Trina dive into the wildly popular "Am I The Asshole" subreddit to analyze complex family dynamics that leave people questioning themselves.

The duo tackles four fascinating scenarios with their trademark mother-daughter candor. They explore a woman's reluctance to move in with her boyfriend because his 12-year-old daughter clearly doesn't like her—a situation that triggers deeper discussions about blending families, children's emotional needs after divorce, and the importance of not rushing relationships when kids are involved. Both hosts validate the woman's decision to trust her instincts rather than forcing a potentially harmful living situation.

Their analysis continues with other equally compelling scenarios: questioning whether it's appropriate to verify with a parent before giving an 11-year-old coffee (absolutely yes!), navigating boundaries when family members visit your home while you're away, and perhaps most provocatively, a husband expecting his wife to clean up his vomit while she's already caring for their toddlers. This last scenario sparks particularly passionate reactions as they discuss entitlement in relationships and the notorious tendency for some men to become "such babies" when sick.

Throughout their thoughtful commentary, Emily and Trina blend psychological insights with practical wisdom, helping listeners recognize healthy boundaries and problematic relationship patterns. Their perspectives offer valuable frameworks for evaluating similar situations in your own life, whether you're dealing with blended family challenges, in-law boundaries, or partnership expectations.

Ready to gain clarity on those messy relationship situations that leave you wondering if you're overreacting? Listen now and join the conversation about where reasonable boundaries begin and end.

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