Inspired to Soar with Hannah Episode #69 Tracey Waugh Returns Menopause, Type 1 Diabetes & Mental Health

Welcome to Inspired to Soar with Hannah, the podcast where real stories spark real change. I’m your host, Hannah Swinnerton. Mental health and anti-bullying advocate, proud gym girl, and someone who’s walked the hard roads through bullying, mental health struggles, and body image challenges and come out the other side stronger. This show was born from my journey from victim, to survivor, to thriver, and now I use my voice to help others find theirs. Today’s episode is a powerful and deeply honest conversation. I’m honoured to welcome back Tracey Waugh for her second appearance on the podcast. Tracey is a youth worker in a high-risk frontline environment, lives with Type 1 diabetes, and today opens up about another major chapter of her life that many women experience but few talk about openly, menopause. In this episode, Tracey shares how menopause has impacted her body, energy, emotions, and mental health, and how it has complicated the already demanding task of managing diabetes while working in a challenging role supporting young people. Her honesty is brave, raw, and incredibly important. Together, we explore: The early signs and diagnosis of menopause The emotional and mental health toll of managing chronic illness alongside menopause How these experiences shape Tracey’s work with young people The importance of speaking openly about women’s health Messages of hope for women navigating menopause, chronic illness, and mental health challenges This is a conversation about resilience, self-compassion, and the power of sharing your story so others don’t feel alone. So sit back, be inspired, and remember: The more you believe in yourself, the more things you can achieve. This is Inspired to Soar with Hannah and your story matters here. 💛⭐