Ep.88 Jo Fiddy: Rewriting Midlife And Reclaiming Your Power Through Menopause & Perimenopause

Enjoyed this episode? Send me a text!What if perimenopause isn’t a cliff but a doorway you get to walk through on your terms? I sat down with Menopause Mentor and Motivational Speaker Jo Fiddy to flip the script on midlife, swap fear for agency, and talk through the science that makes change feel less mysterious and more navigable.Jo shares her story of stress-induced menopause in her 30s, the brain–ovary connection, and the moment she chose compassion over punishment. We dig into how language shapes the nervous system, why “it’s coming for me” spikes cortisol, and how a simple reframing—this is an invitation—creates space to support your body. You’ll learn what EFT and Rapid Tapping actually do in the brain, how they can ease anxiety fast, and why neuroplasticity matters when your hormones are fluctuating. We also explore practical pillars: boundaries that protect energy, protein-forward meals, resistance training for bones and muscle, and the underrated power of a daily walk for mood and cognition.We move myth-busting into action by using research as preparation, not prophecy. Think symptom tracking and bringing a clear log to your GP. We talk grief for past selves, rituals that help you pivot, and the creative edge many women find as the brain refocuses from reproductive to productive priorities. Whether you’re already navigating hot flushes or you’re simply curious about the years ahead, this conversation delivers grounded tools, steady reassurance, and a rebellious reminder to own your transition...Connect with Jo here - https://riseandvibewithjo.com/Find out about our favourite fitness app here: https://www.theshecollective.co.uk/Support the showHouse of Voltage is the home of quiet rebellion — where people done with ordinary come to redesign their lives on their own terms.Hosted by Zoe, Aliveness & Identity Coach.Find your people. Go deeper.→ Discover which Quiet Rebel you are: Take the Free Quiz → Read, listen and reflect: Join us on Substack → Come inside: Voltage: After Hours→ Coaching: Book a Free Call Ordinary is optional.(*Please note these show notes have been updated retrospectively to reflect the evolution of The Mischief Movement into House of Voltage)