HSOS #27: Surviving When Stress, Trauma, and Hormones Collide

Strength does not start with motivation or perfect circumstances. It begins by meeting yourself where you are, especially during seasons of grief, stress, and uncertainty. This episode shares a deeply personal story of loss, trauma, and healing, while reframing strength, food, and self care as tools for stability, dignity, and support for women.Let’s talk.Welcome to Her Season of Strength—where women over 40 reclaim their bodies, their energy, and their voices, without apologies. I'm Kim Duffy—registered dietitian, personal trainer, mom, and your biggest hype woman when it comes to aging like you mean it.This show isn’t about chasing skinny or counting wrinkles. It’s about building real strength—physical, emotional, and hormonal. Each week, I’ll share straight-talking nutrition tips, sustainable fitness strategies, and conversations that help you feel powerful in your skin once again.Menopause is not an ending, it is only the beginning. This is your season of strength.📝 Topics Covered in This EpisodeWhat has been happening in Minnesota and the weight many are carryingWhy Strong in 21 became Strong StartMoving to Vancouver and Cecelia’s leukemia diagnosisLiving in the hospital and the toll of chronic anxietyWeight loss, muscle loss, and metabolic disruption after traumaFood for comfort, emotional eating, and food addictionStarting strength training in her 40sStrength on days when motivation is goneWhy community and structure matter during hard seasonsStrong Start as a place to begin again with supportSend me a textLinks & resources for this episode:Fit After 50+ Program: 8-Week Nutrition Coaching & Strength Program for menopausal women.  Join the interest list today for the best discounts, bonuses and updates about the next program coming Fall of 2026!Free cheat sheet: "20 Tips to Crushing Menopause"Join my free weekly newsletter list and get a new high protein recipe sent to your inbox every Thursday. Find me on social media: Instagram I Facebook I Tiktok