185: Your Vote Your Health: The Hidden Link

In this eye-opening episode of Total Health in Midlife, I explore the hidden connection between voting and women's health. Discover how your ballot choices impact everything from public health policies to personal self-esteem.  Key topics include: The power of voting in shaping health-related laws and policies. How marginalized communities are affected by oppressive legislation. The historical context of laws regulating women's bodies. The crucial link between societal value, self-esteem, and health behaviors. Public health wins through smart policies and urban planning. Subtle ways economic and environmental policies affect our well-being. Media's role in reinforcing health-related social norms. Simple steps for staying informed and engaged in the political process Learn why your vote matters more than you think and how it could be the key to unlocking your health potential. This episode is a must-listen for any woman who wants to understand the broader factors influencing her health journey. Get full show notes and more information here: https://elizabethsherman.com/185Hey! I love hearing from you. Send me a text. Let me know what resonated with you. I submitted a talk for SXSW 2027: Biohacking Is Just Dieting in a Lab Coat. Community voting runs through August 23rd, and it's part of what determines who gets on stage in Austin next March. If this resonates, I'd love your vote: CLICK HERE. Free account required, takes about a minute. If you’re a woman in midlife who wants better health without obsessing over weight, you’re in the right place. I’m Elizabeth Sherman, a life and health coach and host of the Total Health in Midlife Podcast.After coaching hundreds of women, I know the real problem usually isn’t “not enough information” – it’s too much of it, and not knowing where to start. With close to 300 episodes, this show can feel that way too.To make it easy, I created a free Listener’s Roadmap that helps you figure out which episodes are right for you right now. Tell me what you’re struggling with – low energy, emotional eating, stress, sleep, exercise, or all of the above – and I’ll point you to a curated path of episodes and resources to get you moving.Download your free roadmap at https://elizabethsherman.com/roadmap.