#212 Why We Get Defensive — and What to Do Instead

In this powerful episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, I explore why defensiveness shows up — especially when it comes to changing our health habits. I share the story of two midlife women: one who shuts down when offered suggestions, and another who can recognize her own defensive reactions and choose curiosity instead.You’ll learn:Why defensiveness is a normal nervous system responseHow to recognize your own defensiveness without judgmentWhat’s really underneath the “I already know this” responseHow to use a simple pause practice to move from reactivity to curiosityWhether you’ve ever caught yourself getting bristly at feedback — or you coach others through change — this episode will help you navigate these moments with more compassion, awareness, and confidence. Resources Mentioned:Tanya’s Vibrant Living AcademyFree “Pause Practice” (click here) https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/blog/212 Book a Clarity Call with me [email protected] 🎧 Listen now Spotify, Apple, You Tube  If you want to build muscle, improve your mindset and nutrition- invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133