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Tired of feeling bloated, achy, and gaining stubborn belly weight despite eating "healthy" foods? You're not alone. When our bodies start behaving in mysterious ways during midlife, the culprit might surprise you – your gut microbiome.

Health coach Anu Sim joins us to reveal how the trillions of microorganisms in your digestive system impact everything from hormone balance to sleep quality, mood, and even those frustrating food cravings. After doctors dismissed her own health concerns with a laugh, Anu transformed from frustrated patient to determined detective, uncovering the profound connections between gut health and overall wellness that conventional medicine often overlooks.

"When you hit menopause, everything changes," Anu explains. "The rules of the game change. You have a different body, and you're playing by the old rules – and no one tells you any differently." This revolutionary perspective explains why strategies that worked for decades suddenly fail, leaving women confused and discouraged about their health.

Through her Nine Arms of Wellness approach, Anu demonstrates how true healing starts from within but extends to every aspect of life. Did you know that 90% of serotonin is produced in your gut? Or that just one night of poor sleep can trigger cravings for up to 500 additional calories the next day? These fascinating connections highlight why addressing gut health becomes essential for women navigating perimenopause and beyond.

You'll discover why fruit has been unfairly demonized, how morning sunlight impacts your microbiome, which forms of movement become crucial after menopause, and practical strategies for implementing sustainable wellness habits. Anu's science-backed, compassionate approach empowers women to flourish through midlife transitions rather than merely survive them.

Ready to reclaim your energy, shed stubborn weight, and feel comfortable in your body again? This conversation will transform how you think about midlife wellness and provide actionable steps to start feeling better today. Find Anu's new book "Flourish From Within" on Amazon and connect with her at ninearmsofwellness.com. And don't forget to subscribe to the podcast to get notified when each new episode drops.

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Have you ever felt like you're trapped in a story that no longer serves you? In this transformative conversation with narrative coach and author Carrie KC West, we explore how viewing your life as a narrative can become a powerful tool for healing and reinvention.

Carrie shares her remarkable journey from a deeply traumatic childhood of neglect to becoming an expert in helping others rewrite their personal stories. Her epiphany came while studying film, when she realized her life was "a shitty story" that could be rewritten like a screenplay. This perspective shift became the foundation for her healing and eventual career helping others transform their lives.

We delve into the fascinating concept of our "origin stories" – how we enter life as blank slates on an already-running stage, absorbing messages and narratives from our environment that shape our foundation. Carrie explains how our brains naturally organize information through storytelling frameworks with characters, themes, and motivations, making story revision a powerful approach to personal growth.

The most practical takeaway comes in Carrie's discussion of "micro moments of change" – those decision points where we can choose a different path rather than repeating familiar plot points. She offers specific red flags to watch for, particularly the word "should," which often signals we're about to replay an old story given to us by someone else.

Whether you're facing life transitions, healing from past wounds, or simply feeling stuck in repetitive patterns, Carrie's approach offers a refreshing framework for becoming the author of your own life. As she proves through her own experience of finding love at 55 by rewriting her expectations, it's never too late to create a new chapter. Listen now to discover how you can transform your narrative and step into a more authentic, DELICIOUS life story.

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Ready to transform your gardening experience while saving serious money? Welcome to the first-ever Foodie Friday segment where I'm diving into garden hacks that will revolutionize both your garden and your grocery budget.

As someone who finds profound joy in growing and cooking my own food, I've discovered ingenious ways to stretch every dollar in the garden. From regrowing grocery store purchases to utilizing "waste" in creative ways, these hacks embody a zero-waste approach that's both practical and deeply satisfying.

Ever wondered if those green onion roots could keep producing? They absolutely can – and they'll even survive winter in many climates! My living lettuce hack transforms a $1.99 grocery store purchase into weeks of fresh salads. By repurposing beet seedlings, turning tomato "suckers" into new plants, and propagating herbs through simple cuttings, you'll multiply your garden's yield without spending an extra penny.

The truly game-changing practices come from using parts we typically discard. Those cauliflower leaves make incredible chips. Vegetable scraps transform into the most flavorful soup stocks you've ever tasted. Even those onion ends can grow into whole new onions with a little patience.

These techniques aren't just money-savers – they connect us more deeply to our food and the natural cycles of growth. They remind us that abundance is often hiding in plain sight, waiting for us to recognize the potential in what we already have.

Whether you're gardening in containers on a tiny balcony or tending sprawling garden beds, these practical tips will help you maximize every inch while minimizing waste. Join me in discovering how the garden can teach us lessons in sustainability, creativity, and delicious possibility.

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