Embracing the Power of Aging Through Menopause with Jan Saunders

Are your best years really behind you—or just beginning?

In this episode, I had the pleasure of talking with Jan Saunders, an adventurer, vegan advocate, and wellness inspiration. We discussed how to reinvent yourself, stay resilient, and find purpose—especially after 50.

Jan’s story is amazing. From growing up as a nature-loving tomboy to navigating menopause, career changes, injuries, and big life transitions, she shares how curiosity, courage, and a love of nature guided her journey. She shows that it’s never too late to create a life full of adventure, health, and meaning.

In this episode, we talk about her experiences with ultra-running, going vegan, advocating for animals, and building a new career and lifestyle that matches her values. You’ll come away inspired to start your own adventure—no matter your age.

Topics Covered:

• How childhood curiosity and a love for nature can give you resilience and joy for life.

• Why courage matters more than fear when trying new things—whether it’s fitness, life changes, or adventures.

• How to navigate menopause, body changes, and mindset shifts to stay confident and healthy in midlife.

• Jan’s journey to becoming vegan at 50, and how to approach plant-based eating in a sustainable, ethical way.

• How she reinvented her career, created a new income stream, and found purpose after major life transitions.

• Practical advice for postmenopausal women on bone health, strength, and consistent self-care.

• Why creating your own adventures at any age is the ultimate form of freedom.

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