EP25: From Stress to Soulful Living: Redefining Midlife and Menopause with Dr. Kay Corpus

Summary

In this episode, Dr. Kaye Corpus discusses her approach to integrative and functional medicine, emphasizing the importance of viewing health holistically. She shares her philosophy on aging as a powerful evolution rather than a decline, particularly for women. The conversation explores the significance of addressing root causes of health issues, the impact of trauma on wellness, and the need for a deeper connection between the body and spirit in the healing process. Dr. Corpus also introduces her practice, Soul of Medicine, and her upcoming book on menopause, aiming to provide a soulful perspective on this transition.

Takeaways

• Integrative medicine combines Western and alternative practices for holistic care.
• Functional medicine focuses on root causes rather than just symptoms.
• Aging can be viewed as an evolution, not a decline.
• Women’s wisdom and experiences are often undervalued in society.
• Trauma impacts health and wellness in profound ways.
• The relationship to stress is crucial for understanding health.
• Oxytocin, the hormone of joy, counters the effects of cortisol.
• Healing requires addressing both physical and spiritual aspects of health.
• The narrative we tell ourselves shapes our health outcomes.
• A holistic approach to wellness includes understanding personal history and goals.

Sound bites

"We have to get back to the power of our cycles."
"The wisdom that comes from a woman's soul is so needed."
"What is really running your nervous system?"


Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Integrative and Functional Medicine
05:49 The Philosophy of Aging as Evolution
11:53 Journey to Wellness: A Holistic Approach
18:13 The Soul of Medicine: Bridging Body and Spirit

Connect with Dr. Kay Corpus: https://www.kaycorpusmd.com/