From Nurse to Joy: Moyra Gorski on Wellness, Menopause & Healing

What happens when life forces you to slow down… and you finally choose yourself? In this powerful and heartfelt episode of the Ladies Who Leap Podcast, host Lisa Andria sits down with Moyra Gorski—retired RN, wellness expert, podcaster, entrepreneur, and breast cancer survivor—who has dedicated her life to helping women live healthier, more joyful, and more purposeful lives. Moyra shares her deeply human journey, including: How her early curiosity for science and helping others led her into nursing The life-changing experience of supporting her son’s health through holistic wellness Navigating her daughter’s long battle with an eating disorder—and the importance of boundaries and self-care Her own breast cancer diagnosis and the emotional, spiritual, and lifestyle shifts that followed Why the mind-body connection matters and how unprocessed emotions can affect physical health The role of forgiveness, letting go, and slowing down in true healing How ballroom dancing became an unexpected path to joy, trust, and feminine expression The powerful truth that changed everything: “Nobody’s coming.” Moyra also introduces her supportive menopause community, where women can learn natural tools, create sustainable habits, and feel less alone during midlife transitions. This episode is a must-listen for women who are caregivers, leaders, helpers, and high-achievers—especially those who are ready to stop putting themselves last. 🎧 Listen now, and if this conversation resonates, share it with a woman who needs the reminder that she matters too. Topics covered in this episode: Women’s wellness & sustainable healthy habits Emotional healing & the body-mind connection Breast cancer healing mindset Forgiveness, resentment & letting go Boundaries, burnout & caregiver stress Menopause & perimenopause support Self-care rituals, morning routines & nervous system regulation Joy practices, movement & ballroom dancing Connect with Moyra Gorski Website: moyragorski.com Find Moyra on Instagram, Facebook & LinkedIn (search: Moyra Gorski) Ask about her Joyful M Circle – a supportive menopause community for women Connect with Lisa Andria (Host) Email: LadiesWhoLeap.com Podcast: Ladies Who Leap Podcast 👉 Please LIKE, SUBSCRIBE, and COMMENT with your biggest takeaway. If you have your own leap story, Lisa would love to hear it.