Wake Her Up

Why are so many women feeling disconnected—from their partners, their desire, and even themselves?In this powerful episode of the Wake Her Up Podcast, I sit down with Dr. Mariah Sophocles, gynecologist and author of The Bedroom Gap, to talk about a topic that so many women experience but few openly discuss: the growing disconnect in intimacy during midlife and long-term relationships.We dive into the real reasons this “bedroom gap” is happening and why it’s not just about libido. Dr. Sophocles shares the physical, emotional, and relational factors that impact desire, connection, and confidence for women—especially in midlife.In this conversation, we explore:• Why so many women feel disconnected from intimacy• The surprising biological and emotional contributors to the “bedroom gap”• How communication, curiosity, and self-awareness can rebuild connection• Why this conversation is so important for women in midlifeThis episode is honest, eye-opening, and incredibly validating for any woman who has ever wondered, “Is it just me?”📖 Get Dr. Sophocles’ book The Bedroom Gap:https://a.co/d/06TlKlQb💬 Join the Wake Her Up free community of 60,000+ women having real conversations about midlife:https://www.facebook.com/share/g/18L58RHEVk/🔥For the fun TOYS we talked about, shop at Oboo.love https://oboo.love/discount/WAKEHERUPIf this episode resonates with you, share it with a friend and continue the conversation inside our community. You are not alone in this journey—and together, we’re waking up to what’s possible in midlife.

In this episode, I sit down with Jessica Frew, life coach, author, and bold decision maker, to talk about her remarkable journey through betrayal, healing, and self-rediscovery.Jessica shares the deeply personal story of her first marriage and the life-altering discovery that her husband was gay and had an affair with a man. Instead of allowing the experience to break her, she chose a path of compassion, growth, and radical acceptance. Today, they are close friends and co-parents, offering a powerful example of what healing and emotional maturity can look like.Through her journey, Jessica came to a profound realization: other people do not complete us. We become whole by reconnecting with ourselves. She opens up about releasing expectations, trusting her inner voice, and rebuilding her sense of identity and self-worth. Now, she helps other women do the same by guiding them through betrayal, divorce, and major life transitions.Jessica is also the author of Shove Your Shoulds, a transformative book about letting go of external pressures and making courageous decisions. You can download the book for free on her website.Connect with Jessica:Website: https://heyjessicafrew.com/Instagram & TikTok: @heyjessicafrewThis conversation is honest, empowering, and deeply validating for any woman navigating heartbreak, reinvention, or the journey back to herself.

Leaving Mormonism, Part 2: Marriage, Motherhood, and Reclaiming Our BodiesIn Part 2 of our conversation on leaving Mormonism, I’m joined again by my sister, Sharon Johnson, as we go deeper into what it actually looked like to unravel our beliefs—and rebuild our lives—from the inside out.We talk honestly about our past and present views on marriage, motherhood, and our roles as wives, and how much of who we thought we were was shaped by obedience, fear, and the constant sense of being watched… and corrected.We share what surprised us most after leaving:Realizing how sacred garments kept us hidden, disconnected from our bodies, and numb to ourselvesHow we lived feeling like children who were always in trouble, never quite trusted to make our own decisionsThe deep conditioning of not trusting our own minds—because we were taught they could be hijacked and deceivedThe disorienting realization that many things we were taught were “bad”… actually aren’t bad at allAnd the strange, sometimes funny, sometimes painful experience of learning how to be normal adults—like not knowing how to act at a bar, or navigating everyday things that were once forbiddenThis episode isn’t about bashing a religion. It’s about waking up. About grieving what we lost, questioning what we were taught, and slowly learning how to trust ourselves—our bodies, our instincts, our desires—again.If you’ve ever felt disconnected from yourself, afraid of your own thoughts, or unsure how to live outside the rules you were given… this conversation is for you.You’re not broken.You were trained not to trust yourself.And you can learn how to come home.

So many women are living with pelvic floor dysfunction and have no idea help even exists.In this episode of Wake Her Up, I’m joined by pelvic floor specialist Jana Danielson, founder of Coochball and co owner of Bloom Better Supplements, for a conversation every woman deserves to hear.We talk about the deep frustration of women being dismissed, ignored, or never offered guidance when it comes to pelvic floor health. Jana breaks down why the pelvic floor matters far beyond bladder leaks or postpartum recovery and how a healthy pelvic floor impacts confidence, pleasure, posture, core strength, and overall quality of life.This conversation is about reclaiming power in a part of the body women are rarely taught to understand, let alone care for.If you’ve ever felt disconnected from your body, struggled with pain, pressure, or intimacy, or sensed that something wasn’t right but didn’t know where to turn, this episode is for you.Because when women are supported, informed, and embodied, everything changes.🎧 Listen now and learn what’s possible when you prioritize pelvic floor health.Support your pelvic floor and whole body wellness with Bloom Better Supplements:https://bloombetter.life/znw3jqSave 10% with code WAKEHERUPFind more resources and support for Perimenopause at www.WAKEHERUP.CO

What happens to women’s desire during perimenopause—and why are so many women being dismissed, shamed, or told to accept it?In this episode of Wake Her Up, I sit down with Andrea Donsky, a 7-time published menopause researcher and co-owner of Morphus Women’s Nutritional & Supplement Brand, to unpack newly published research on women’s libido during perimenopause and menopause—and the findings demand our attention.📊 The research shows:91% of menopausal women report a noticeable decrease in libido67% report a decreased ability to reach orgasmThese numbers aren’t abstract. They reflect the lived reality of millions of women who feel disconnected from desire, intimacy, and themselves—often while being told by doctors things like:“You’re just getting old.”“This is normal—take one for the team.”In this conversation, we explore:What actually happens to libido during perimenopauseHow hormonal shifts affect desire, arousal, and orgasmThe real-life impact libido loss has on women’s identity, confidence, and relationshipsHow medical gaslighting keeps women silent and stuckThe role of spiritual trauma and limiting beliefs in suppressing women’s desireWhy libido is not just physical—it’s emotional, psychological, and spiritualAnd most importantly, we talk about what women can do.Because if you feel like something’s missing…it is you.You are the answer.This episode is about helping women reconnect to themselves—not fixing something “wrong,” but remembering what’s been ignored, dismissed, or shut down.We also talk about Andrea’s new book, Nourishing Menopause: Powerful Nutrition and Lifestyle Strategies to Feel Your Best, which offers research-backed, practical guidance for women navigating perimenopause and menopause.👉 Pre-order here: https://amzn.to/4rkWikLThis episode is for the woman who:Feels disconnected from her desire or vitalityHas been dismissed or minimized by medical professionalsKnows something feels missing—but hasn’t been given language or directionIs ready to reclaim herself, her body, and her truthIf you feel like something’s missing, it is you.And you are more powerful than you’ve been led to believe.

What happens when your body starts changing—and it wakes you up to the life you’ve been living?In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Shannon Klingman, OB-GYN and founder of Lume Deodorant, for a conversation that starts with perimenopause, body odor, and the “why do I smell like onions?” question so many women are quietly asking… and unfolds into something far deeper.We talk about how women’s bodies change in midlife, why those changes can impact our confidence, and how feeling good in your body is often the first step to chasing the life you actually want. But we also go beyond the science.Dr. Klingman shares her experience of profound grief after the loss of a child, the sacrifices required to build a dream, and what it really means to believe in yourself when the path forward is uncertain. We explore the truth that every life direction comes with trade-offs—and that choosing yourself doesn’t mean it’s easy, but it can be worth it.This episode is for the woman who:Feels disconnected from her body or confidence in midlifeIs navigating perimenopause and wondering what the hell is happeningIs grieving something she never expected to loseKnows there’s more for her—but isn’t sure she’s brave enough yetThis isn’t just a conversation about deodorant.It’s about self-trust, confidence, grief, and the courage to go after your dreams anyway.Shop my favorite Lume Deodorant HEREJoin our free community and browse more Perimenopause products at WakeHerUp.co

In this heart-to-heart episode of Wake Her Up, we sit down with Caycie — the hilarious and deeply honest creator behind @black_belt_in_mom on TikTok. As two midlife women navigating perimenopause, we connected instantly with her raw stories of caretaking for her mom in a nursing home, juggling life’s chaos, and still finding moments to laugh through it all.Caycie opens up about her “crash outs” — those moments when everything feels like too much — and how humor, honesty, and her life motto, “have some grace,” keep her grounded. This is real talk, girlfriend to girlfriend — the kind of conversation that reminds you that you’re not alone, even when life feels heavy.Tune in for a dose of laughter, hope, and solidarity. Because yes — there are still friends to be found, your body can feel good again, and crashing out will not kill you.✨ Listen now for connection, compassion, and a few good laughs along the way.As always find more support and community at WakeHerUp.coFind me, Marcella Hill on social media @BeingMarcellaHill

What if creating a magical life isn’t about adding more — but about tuning into what’s already here?In this week’s episode of Wake Her Up, I sit down with Elizabeth Webb, author of Made for Magic, to explore how each of us can step into the extraordinary by embracing the simple.We dive into:The surprising power of nothingness and why stillness creates space for transformation.How awareness shifts everything — from daily choices to big life decisions.The role of intuition in building a life that feels aligned, expansive, and magical.Elizabeth’s wisdom is both grounding and inspiring, reminding us that magic isn’t out there — it’s in us, waiting to be remembered.🎧 Tune in and discover how to awaken to the magic of your own life.READ MADE FOR MAGIC HERE

In this powerful episode of Wake Her Up, I sit down with renowned nutritionist and wellness expert Penny Foskaris, Founder of Foskaris Wellness. Penny opens up about her own journey through years of debilitating pain, dizziness, and unanswered health problems—and how she turned her struggle into a mission to help others reclaim their vitality.With credentials from Cornell University, SDSU, AADE, Fullerton College, and the Functional Nutrition Alliance, plus training in life coaching, mindfulness, and health coaching, Penny has helped over 5,000 people transform their health, achieve lasting weight loss, improve digestion, boost energy, and feel younger from the inside out.We talk about:Why traditional approaches often miss the root cause of your symptoms.The surprising link between poor sleep, cortisol, and stubborn weight gain.How mindfulness and cutting-edge technology work together for permanent results.Simple shifts to jump-start your metabolism and melt away fat naturally.Penny also shares the truths and myths of red light therapy—one of the most exciting modalities in wellness today. We break down:How red light therapy helps with cellular repair, inflammation reduction, faster recovery, improved sleep, and skin rejuvenation.Common misconceptions about its safety and effectiveness.Why having your own at-home device can be a game-changer for long-term results.💡 Ready to experience the benefits for yourself?Check out the same high-quality red light therapy devices we discuss in this episode at RedLightProDevices.com/marcella to start your own at-home treatments today.This episode is a must-listen for anyone who’s tired, stressed, dealing with digestion issues, or just ready for a health reset. Penny’s story and expertise will inspire you to take the next step toward a healthier, more vibrant you.

What if midlife could be the season you finally turn yourself back on? 💫 In this episode of the Wake Her Up podcast, Marcella sits down with Amy St. Germain, founder and owner of Oboo.Love, an intimacy toy company designed specifically for midlife women.Amy shares her mission to empower women to reconnect with their bodies, embrace the benefits of orgasm, and rediscover pleasure as a vital part of wellness. Together, we unpack how creating a safe space for women to explore intimacy can inspire confidence, healing, and joy.✨ Ready to explore? Amy is offering Wake Her Up listeners 20% off with code WAKEHERUP at oboo.loveFind the FREE Wake Her Up Community, Products, Education, and Directory at WakeHerUp.co

Did you know mushrooms can be powerful allies during menopause? In this episode of the Wake Her Up podcast, Marcella dives into the surprising benefits mushrooms can have for women in midlife—from supporting immunity and brain health to reducing stress and improving overall well-being.We’ll also introduce you to Mosaic, a wellness club dedicated to educating and supporting people who are curious about incorporating mushrooms into their daily lives. Whether you’re brand new to mushrooms or looking to deepen your understanding, Mosaic provides resources and guidance tailored just for you.✨ Ready to learn more? Book a one-on-one consult with Mosaic here: https://calendly.com/meetmosaic/info-sessionFor the FREE Wake Her Up Community and resources go to WakeHerUp.co

What makes someone walk away from everything they've ever known and believed? In this deeply personal episode, we share the raw and vulnerable story of why we left Mormonism. From the first unsettling sparks of doubt to the unraveling of deeply rooted beliefs, we explore what it's like to question a system that once gave your life purpose, direction, and belonging.We talk about the courage it takes to leave behind a community that shaped your identity—and the confusion, grief, and loneliness that often follow. This is not just a story about religion; it’s a story about waking up to yourself, learning to trust your inner voice, and finding truth in places you never expected.If you’ve ever felt the ground shift under your feet—whether in faith, marriage, motherhood, or identity—this one’s for you.🎙️ Hosts on Social MediaSharon Johnson – @sharon.a.life on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/sharon.a.life/ instagram.comMarcella Hill – @beingmarcellahill on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beingmarcellahill/All the perimenopause resources, HRT provider directory, community support, and tools are available at WakeHerUp.co: https://www.wakeherup.co/🔗 WakeHerUp Resources

In this powerful and informative episode, I’m joined by Allannah, the Founder and CEO of Raena Health, for a deep dive into the world of women’s hormones. We unpack the vital roles of progesterone, DHEA, pregnenolone, and Bi-Est cream, and how these often-overlooked hormones can dramatically impact energy, mood, libido, sleep, and mental clarity—especially during perimenopause and menopause.Allannah shares her personal journey that led to founding Raena Health, and why she’s on a mission to bring clarity, support, and effective solutions to women navigating midlife hormonal changes.✨ Exclusive Offer:Explore Raena’s personalized hormone support and get a discount with code WAKEHERUP at checkout:Find our free community and directory at www.WAKEHERUP.co

In this deeply personal and powerful episode of Wake Her Up, we sit down with our brother to talk about the heartbreaking journey he and his wife have endured through infertility and the unimaginable pain of eight miscarriages.This is more than a story of loss — it’s a rare and raw look at the male perspective in a space so often centered around women. We explore how his experience has shaped him as a husband, a man, and a brother, and how women's healthcare — or the lack of support within it — affects not just women, but their partners and entire families.This conversation is an invitation for couples to feel less alone in their grief. Whether you’ve walked a similar path or want to better understand the quiet heartbreak so many face, this episode is about connection, compassion, and the courage to speak the unspeakable.Find us on social mediaMarcella HillSharon JohnsonFind the free community and hormone therapy directory at WAKEHERUP.CO

In this powerful episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson sit down with the brilliant and compassionate Dr. Jessica Shepherd—OBGYN, women’s health expert, and fierce advocate for empowering women through every stage of life.We dive deep into the truth about perimenopause and menopause—what’s really happening in our bodies, why so many women feel ignored or dismissed by the medical system, and how to finally get the support and answers we deserve.Dr. Shepherd breaks down the science in a way that makes sense, shares how we can advocate for ourselves in doctor’s offices, and reminds us that we’re not crazy—we’re hormonal, and that matters. This episode is packed with validation, real talk, and tangible tools to help you feel informed, seen, and powerful in your midlife journey.💥 Topics We Cover:The signs and symptoms of perimenopause (that no one tells you about)How to talk to your doctor and get real answersWhy hormone therapy is misunderstood—and how it can actually helpThe emotional and mental shifts that come with this phase of lifeWhat it means to truly wake her up during the most transformative time in a woman’s lifeYou don’t have to suffer in silence or feel invisible. You’re not alone—and you’re not done yet.🔗 Learn more about Dr. Jessica Shepherd: www.jessicashepherdmd.com📲 Follow Marcella & SharonTikTok: @beingmarcellahillInstagram: @beingmarcellahillDirectory | Resources | Products: www.WakeHerUp.co📖 Grab Marcella’s book Wake Her Up — available now on Amazon, Audible, and Kindle!#WakeHerUp #MenopauseSupport #PerimenopauseAwareness #JessicaShepherdMD #WomensHealth #HormoneHealth #MidlifeWomen #MarcellaHill #PodcastForWomen

In this episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson dive into the big question so many midlife women are asking: Is it possible to have a personal transformation without blowing up your marriage?We’re talking midlife glow-ups, redefining independence inside a relationship, and what it really means to reclaim your autonomy without abandoning your partner. From sleep divorces to getting your own bedroom (yes, really), we explore how carving out space—physically, emotionally, and spiritually—can be the key to deeper self-discovery and connection.Whether you’re craving more freedom, feeling stuck in old patterns, or just wondering if there's more for you in this season of life, this episode is your permission slip to explore new possibilities—without needing to walk away from everything.💬 Topics We Cover:Can you change without losing your relationship?What a “sleep divorce” is and why more women are choosing itThe difference between isolation and autonomyHow to allow your partner space and claim your own✨ This conversation is raw, real, and full of “Oh my god, me too” moments. Tune in and find the courage to wake her up—the you that’s been waiting.Find yourself through self pleasure at my favorite intimacy toy shop https://oboo.love/discount/WAKEHERUPFind more midlife & hormonal support at www.WakeHerUp.co

In this powerful episode of Wake Her Up, Marcella Hill sits down with Melissa Vogel from The Bomb Life Podcast to talk about something many of us face but few openly discuss—breakups in midlife. Whether it's the end of a romantic relationship, friendship, or even a shift in family dynamics, these losses can shake us to our core.Marcella and Melissa explore what it really means to mourn the loss of meaningful relationships without losing yourself in the process. They dive into how to honor your grief, what to take away from the experience, and the deep truth that losing relationships is not a sign that something is wrong with you—it's a natural part of living, growing, and evolving.If you've ever wondered how to navigate heartbreak while still becoming your most awakened self, this conversation will remind you that breakups aren’t breakdowns—they're breakthroughs.Listen in and wake up to the wisdom that midlife has to offer—even in the moments of loss.Find Melissa Vogel on Instagram HEREFind midlife support and community at WakeHerUp.co

In this episode of Wake Her Up, sisters Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson are getting real (and a little hilarious) about one of the most essential ingredients to a woman’s well-being: community. Spoiler alert—it’s not just nice to have, it’s biologically necessary. Yep, science backs your group chat.We’re talking about why women are wired to thrive in connection, what happens when we don’t have it (hello, burnout and binge-watching sadness), and how to actually find or create your people—even if you're starting from scratch or you're the awkward one at the potluck.We’ll share our own stories of building sisterhood from scratch, stumbling through lonely seasons, and discovering how powerful it is when women truly show up for each other.Whether you’ve got a crew or you’re craving one, this episode is your friendly nudge (or maybe loving shove) to seek out the kind of connection that fuels your joy, health, and sanity.✨ Come laugh with us, maybe cry a little, and leave inspired to build the kind of community that wakes you up too.Find COMMUNITY at www.WakeHerUp.coJoin our EVENTS at www.WakeHerUp.co/events

Ever felt like you needed to scream into a pillow—or off the edge of a cliff—but didn’t know where to go or if it was even “okay” to feel that way? This Episode is for every woman who’s ever been told to calm down when what she really needed was to let it out.Join Sharon Johnson and Marcella Hill as we crack open the taboo around women’s rage, explore the shame we carry for feeling “too much,” and talk about what it means to truly wake up to the power of our emotions. From personal stories to somatic practices, we dive deep into the messy, beautiful truth of being a woman with big feelings—and what we can actually do to move those emotions through the body.This isn’t about fixing you. This is about freeing you.🎧 Listen in, laugh, cry, scream (yes, scream!)—and finally feel seen.🌀 Join our free community + get resources: www.WakeHerUp.co📲 Follow us on Instagram:Marcella: @BeingMarcellaHillSharon: @Sharon.a.lifeLet’s stop apologizing for being angry. Let’s wake her up.

In this episode of theWake Her Up podcast, we're diving into the idea that being "nice" doesn’t always serve us — and sometimes, it can get us into trouble! We're unpacking how many of us have spent far too long trying to please everyone and stay "nice" at the expense of our own needs. But guess what? Being a good person doesn’t mean we have to say yes to everything or be endlessly accommodating.We’re getting real about setting boundaries, speaking our truth, and learning that it's okay to not be the "nice girl" all the time. Join us as we share our journey of stepping into our power with a cheeky, no-nonsense attitude, and learn why being kind and being firm can go hand-in-hand.Ready to say goodbye to people-pleasing and hello to unapologetic authenticity? Tune in and get inspired to speak up, set those boundaries, and stop apologizing for taking care of YOU! 🎧✨Follow us at@[email protected] you to our amazing sponsor OBOO.LOVEFind some extra pleasure atwww.oboo.love and use code WAKEHERUP for 20% off

In this episode of Wake Her Up, sisters Sharon Johnson and Marcella Hill dive into the importance of creation in all its forms—whether it’s laughter, art, conversation, or even muffins! They discuss how creating is essential to feeling truly alive and connected to the world around you. Key Points: The transformative power of creativity in daily life. How laughter, art, and even small acts of creation help you feel like you exist. Personal stories from Sharon and Marcella on how creating has shaped their lives. Practical tips for incorporating more creativity into your routine. Special thanks to our sponsor, Microdose! Get 30% off your first order with the code WAKEHERUP at microdose.com. Don't forget to follow us on social media for more updates and behind-the-scenes moments: @Sharon.a.life @BeingMarcellaHill Thanks for listening, and remember to wake up your creativity today!

In this empowering episode of Wake Her Up, we’re diving headfirst into a topic that hits close to home for so many of us—our bodies. We’re unmasking the shame that society has tied to body size and breaking through the narrative that smaller equals better. Together, we’ll explore the delicate balance between embracing ourselves as we are and nurturing our health and strength with intention and self-compassion. You’ll hear why our bodies are not the measure of our worth and how to shift from shame to body neutrality—and ultimately, to love and care. With Sharon’s famous mantra, DO IT FAT, we’re redefining what it means to live boldly, unapologetically, and authentically in the body we have right now. Join us as we uncover how to rewrite the story society has handed us, step into a space of acceptance and action, and learn to live fully—no matter our size. If you’re ready to move from judgment to joy, this episode is your wake-up call. Let’s do this! ✨ Don’t miss a moment—follow, subscribe, and share Wake Her Up with your friends. Together, let’s spread the message of self-love and empowerment! And don’t forget to follow us on social media for more inspiration, updates, and conversations. Let’s connect! Find all the resources for midlife and hormones at www.WakeHerUp.co

Welcome to WAKE HER UP with Marcella Hill and Sharon Johnson! We’re two sisters exploring what happens when you step away from the rules you grew up with and discover a whole new perspective on life. After leaving the Mormon religion, we were left wondering if we'd become "bad people" without the structure and guidance we once followed. But turns out, we were wrong. Well, kind of. In this podcast, we dive into our journey of breaking free from old beliefs and navigating midlife with fresh eyes. Society told us what it meant to be "good" or "bad," but we’re finding out that we get to define that for ourselves. Midlife has sparked a transformation that’s full of surprises – the things we once thought were "bad" are actually turning out to be some of the best things for us. Join us as we laugh, learn, and grow through our experiences, challenging old ideas and embracing new possibilities. Midlife transformation can be fun, and we’re here for it! Follow us on Instagram: @BeingMarcellaHill @Sharon.a.life Don’t forget to subscribe and share your own awakening with us!

We will all experience grief, so why don't we know how to feel it and support it? Middle age can come with an excessive amount of grief. The loss of a marriage, friends, children, grandparents, parents, and even the idea of what you thought life was supposed to be. It also comes with the need to hold space for others to grieve. We discuss: How to feel uncomfortable feelings How to hold space for others The importance of being whole Not getting lost in grief Different experiences that feel like grief For community and support in mid life come join us at www.WakeHerUp.co Find us on social media Sharon @Sharon.a.life Marcella @BeingMarcellaHill

We have both learned that achieving goals does not increase our value. And expecting ourselves to start new things and go hard in January is stupid. Join me, Marcella Hill and my sister Sharon Johnson as we chat about our new views on setting goals. Trusting Flow vs. Goal Setting Don't Set Goals to Increase Your Value Presence over Doing Hope this episode inspires you to rethink your goals and enjoy being present rather than chasing things to become better. You already are whole as you are. We will all forever be incomplete, so sit back and enjoy whatever ride you want. Find community and support through this midlife awakening in the Wake Her Up private community of over 50K women! JOIN HERE To get your hormones tested go to JOI WOMEN'S WELLNESS use code WAKEHERUP Find more of us on Instagram & Tikok Sharon @Sharon.a.life Marcella @BeingMarcellaHill

Join us sisters, Sharon Johnson and Marcella Hill, as we chat with author Kelly Barnhill about massive life transformations and how to survive and thrive after the unexpected happens. What happens when large parts of how we define ourselves go missing? If you are a writer and can no longer write, who are you? If you are a wife and no longer a wife, who are you? If your body is failing you, who are you? We discuss the power of anger and how to use it. The healing magic of radical acceptance and curiosity. Kelly reads one of my favorite passages from the book that displays how I was feeling in my own body during the beginning of Perimenopause. "It's just too damn small in here!" She is a former teacher, former bartender, former waitress, former activist, former park ranger, former secretary, former janitor and former church-guitar-player. The sum of these experiences have prepared her for exactly nothing – save for the telling of stories, which she has been doing quite happily for some time now. She received the Newbery Medal in 2017, as well as fellowships from the Jerome Foundation and the Minnesota State Arts Board, and the McKnight Foundation. She is the winner of the World Fantasy Award, the Parents Choice Gold Award, the Texas Library Association Bluebonnet, and a Charlotte Huck Honor. She also was a finalist for the Minnesota Book Award, the Andre Norton Award and the PEN/USA literary prize. She has been on the New York Times bestseller list for a bunch of weeks now, as well as the Indie Besteller list.  She is the author of the novels THE GIRL WHO DRANK THE MOON, THE WITCH’S BOY, IRON HEARTED VIOLET and THE MOSTLY TRUE STORY OF JACK, as well as the novella, “The Unlicensed Magician”.  Grab a cozy blanket, snuggle up and enjoy being read to and listening to a story that will inspire you to use your creativity to turn rage into art that can inspire change. Listen/Read When Women Were Dragons HERE Join the Wake Her Up Sisterhood HERE

Midlife brings a lot of change in perspectives and belief systems. We share our new views about marriage while still being married. - What we thought marriage would be - When we noticed it was not what we thought it would be - How we gained new beliefs about relationships -How we are developing new relationships with our current partners -Should marriage be hard? -Is commitment more important than change? -How do you go from saving each other to being whole people sharing a life? -Is it your marriage or is it your HORMONES?! Before you make any big decisions get your hormones checked! Check HERS here use code WAKEHERUP Check HIS here use code WAKEHERUP For more support and community during midlife visit WAKE HER UP.CO Find us on social media Marcella Hill @BeingMarcellaHill Sharon Johnson @Sharon.a.life

Women are not allowed to be angry. We don't know how to be angry. Yet, our society has created enraged women. I discuss RAGE with the author of Rage Becomes Her, Soraya Chemaly. Soraya Chemaly is an award-winning writer and media critic whose writing appears regularly in national and international media including The Atlantic, The Nation, Verge, Quartz, TIME, Salon, The Guardian and The New Statesman.  Her book was part of the beginning of my awakening to realize how much work there is still to be done for women to live in a world where we feel safe. Why is anger allowed for boys but not girls? How can we teach girls to feel and use their anger? Where is this anger coming from? What to do with our anger? Find Soraya Chemaly and her awakening books at https://www.sorayachemaly.com/ For help and community during midlife join our Wake Her Up community at www.WakeHerUp.co

Chat with us sisters Marcella Hill & Sharon Johnson about sorting through depression, trauma, grief and sadness. What's the difference between having depression & being depressed? Depression vs. Grief When to ask for help? Is it depression or Perimenopause? How we're learning to feel feelings Find support and community at www.WakeHerUp.co Get your hormones checked with JOI WOMEN'S WELLNESS, use code WAKEHERUP for 15% off GO NOW Find Sharon @Sharon.a.life Find Marcella @BeingMarcellaHill Nothing we talk about is medical advice. We are just two sisters sharing our experiences to help others feel not so alone. We hope our conversation brings hope and encourages our listeners to seek therapy that's right for them.

I'm Marcella Hill from @BeingMarcellaHill and this is my sister Sharon Johnson from @Sharon.a.life . Join us as we dive deep into our journeys of leaving the Mormon religion and how it opened up a whole new world for us. In this candid and fun episode, we explore how breaking free from the LDS faith led us to become social media influencers in two very different realms. Feel like you're hanging out with your sisters as we share our very real and vulnerable stories, covering everything from navigating religion and hormones to raising kids and overcoming shame. We talk about letting go of expectations and pursuing our dreams amidst challenges like mental health, trauma, and self-doubt. Join us for a heartfelt conversation that’s both uplifting and relatable—perfect for anyone seeking connection and inspiration! Join the FREE Wake Her Up community of over 50K women in midlife all supporting eachother to find what we need to live Awake & Alive! https://www.facebook.com/groups/wakeherup/

In this enlightening episode, Marcella Hill shares her transformative journey from meditation to her first mushroom experience, revealing how it reshaped her understanding of existence. Join Marcella as she recounts the pivotal moments that led her to explore the depths of her consciousness, discussing the profound insights gained through both practices. She dives into the intersection of mindfulness and psychedelics, illustrating how these experiences can catalyze personal growth and self-discovery. Whether you’re curious about meditation, psychedelics, or simply seeking a deeper connection to yourself, this episode offers valuable insights and inspiration. Tune in and discover how embracing these tools can awaken a new perspective on life! To learn more about mushrooms and start your own healing journey visit www.MeetMosaic.co Schedule a 1:1 call with Moscaic to see if this type of therapy is the right next step for you and your awakening.https://calendly.com/meetmosaic/info-session Subscribe to Mosaics Wellness Club for a monthly supply of healing, enlightening, functional mushrooms. Mosaic provides the support to feel educated, informed and safe to explore what your body and soul need.Mosaic is an exclusive wellness club that empowers people to elevate their holistic health and social well-being through self-care, human connection and a consistent supply of functional mushrooms. Mosaic requires that each member apply and schedule a one-on-one wellness consultation to individualize your wellness experience. Follow Marcella on TikTok @beingmarcellahill for more on her journey.

Adrienne Jezick is the creator and founder of the Morozko Method. She had been to several doctors all prescribing different things that were not helping and she happened upon cold plunge therapy and it relieved her symptoms. She kept using the method and eventually developed the incredible Morozko Method that has now been featured all over the world. Her story will inspire you to think beyond your doctor. Get in tune with your soul and listen to your own knowing to find what you need to feel awake and alive. Women deserve to live without pain and feeling present in their own body. Adrienne shares her personal story of overcoming physical pain and also finding a serenity in her soul to move forward living a vibrant and present life. You can find Adrienne at www.AdrienneJezick.com And more awakening resources at www.WakeHerUp.co

I am asking all the uncomfortable questions about our BUTTS! I just had hemorrhoid surgery and I want to know everything I can to avoid going through that again. More than 50% of humans are living with the discomfort of hemorrhoids and we are all too embarrassed to talk about it. We don't know where to go for help and we don't even know who to ask or how to ask about it. Let's talk about what causes all the pain. But also how to make it pretty. We have a new vibrance for life after 40, we are getting crazy in the bedroom, or we are newly on the market after a divorce and we are done putting up with all the pain of assholes. Dr. Beth A. Moor is a colon and rectal surgeon in Beverly Hills, California and is affiliated with Cedars-Sinai Medical Center. Find help for your bum at www.AnalWellness.org Find the blogpost about how I recovered from my surgery at www.WakeHerUp.co

Wake HER Up through unlocking the power in your pelvic floor. Jana Danielson is the creator of The Cooch Ball. She is an awakening to women's souls. Learn how to breath to support your entire body. Her story of being told that all her pain was just in her head and she was just trying to get attention is devastating. Until the universe lead her to Pilates and learning about her pelvic floor. She healed herself from the inside out. And she is teaching other women how to do the same. Grab your own Cooch Ball kit which comes with Jana's incredible 3 part series of unlocking your power and starting to heal with the pelvic floor therapy. https://si421.isrefer.com/go/cbfpm/mhill/ And as always, please join over 44K women across the globe over at www.WakeHerUp.co

Teresa Litman's story is all too common. It is the story of reaching 40, feeling numb and depressed, having no passion for life and no hope for the future. Asking doctors for help and being told that this is just getting old. Women's lives are being ended at 40 because it seems the regular medical system did not educate doctors on how to help women feel alive after 40. Teresa took her life back into her own hands after finding the Wake Her Up community and started hormone therapy. She got her life back! Teresa now dedicates several hours a week to supporting other women in the Wake Her Up community to find the hope she did. I hope you find your awakening to your soul. Come join us at www.WakeHerUp.co

Nutritionist Andrea Donsky from Morphus shares her vast knowledge about what to look for in supplements. What are the basic necessary supplements women should be taking during Perimenopause? Andrea Donsky is a contributing expert in the Wake Her Up Community. She is passionate about helping women and doing the necessary research to ensure high quality and effective products at affordable prices. When you purchase any supplements it always feels like a shot in the dark. Who knows what you need, or if they are even working? Knowing Andrea is available to aske questions, receive guidance and direction... is like knowing a great mechanic. Use code WAKEHERUP for 10% your 1st 3 orders- The basic supplement package we discuss is available here: https://wearemorphus.com/esbundlemarcella For my favorite FIBER ever: https://wearemorphus.com/fiberusmarcella For the full shop: https://wearemorphus.com/eJ7YpM Join the awakening at https://www.wakeherup.co/ Join me on social @BeingMarcellaHill

Mushrooms are waking women up to their full magnitude. My first experience was a full hero's dose that broke my whole world and handed my true existence back to me. It was the most impactful, most spiritual, most awakening experience of my life. Mushrooms don't have to be psychadelic, there are incredible benefits with Lions Mane, Turkey Tail, Reishi. There are so many studies around the benefits of mushrooms. Women in midlife can gain life changing benefits from these amazing plants. I dive into this illuminating conversation with Gabby from Mosaic, a social wellness club. Mosaic is creating a beautiful, elevated space for women to talk and explore the benefits of mushrooms. If you are curious about mushrooms and want to learn more, check out www.MeetMosaic.co and use code WAKEHERUP for 10% off your 1st month of the Wellness Club membership. I can't wait to see what you do with your awakened self! Find more of me on social @BeingMarcellaHill And join the awakening of women across the globe at www.WakeHerUp.co

You don't know you are asleep until you wake up! You can go through your entire life not realizing that you are sleeping through the whole thing. It's time to wake up and truly live, awake and alive! But first, how do you know if you are asleep? Just like morning, it can be the tiniest chirping of birds, the tiniest pin of light that tells you, HEY! It's a new day...TIME TO WAKE UP! Come join the awakening of women across the world at www.WakeHerUp.co Find more of my stories in my book Wake Her UP by Marcella Hill Download a Free Chapter at www.MarcellaHill.com

Dr. Melissa Loseke tells us EVERYTHING about Hormone Therapy Pellets. Hormone Therapy pellets saved my life. I didn't know there was so much controversary around them until I shared on social media? I believe women deserve to know the truth and make the best decisions for their bodies without the unnecessary fear. If pellets saved my life along with 1000's of others, then women deserve to know they are an option. I ask Melissa all the questions: What are pellets? Are they safe? What to expect? What are the side effects? How fast do they work? Why do some doctors say to stay away from pellets? Dr. Loseke is on the advisory board for Joi Women's Wellness one of the Wake Her Up Communities favorite telehealth providers. She also has her own practice in Omaha Nebraska. Dr. Loseke is an innovator in medicine and a dedicated physician specializing in anti-aging and regenerative medicine, peptide therapy, cellular repair and optimization, sports medicine, tissue, and joint repair. She is widely considered an expert of women’s and men’s hormonal health, sexual health, aesthetics, and overall wellness. [email protected]   (531) 721-2545   From the time she was just a little girl growing up, she knew exactly who she wanted to be, a Doctor. “I vividly remember my passion for wanting to help and heal people. That passion today burns bright, if not brighter  as it did as a three year-old girl growing up.  Raised in the country, in small town Columbus, Nebraska, that’s where my roots and values of hard work and serving others were instilled.” Those values carried with her through her life putting herself through college and medical school, acheiving her life long dream of practicing medicine.  Dr. Loseke graduated in 2002 from Nebraska Wesleyan University with a Bachelor of Science in Biology. She completed her Doctorate of Osteopathic Medicine from Des Moines University in May of 2006.  She completed internship and partial anesthesiology residency at Des Peres Hospital in January, 2008. Dr. Loseke then finished her residency in Family Medicine at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha in 2010. Dr. Loseke’s professional career began in family medicine with Methodist Physician’s Clinic where she gave comprehensive medical care to men, women and children of all ages.  To find more providers like Melissa go to WakeHerUp.co You can find more of me, Marcella Hill on social @BeingMarcellaHill

Dr. Susan Taylor joins me in talking about meditation and how it changes EVERYTHING! I thought that praying was meditating. I thought that being calm and doing yoga was meditating. I thought calmly pondering was meditating. When I finally learned to go beyond my thoughts, I found myself. A version of me that exists beyond thought, beyond my body, beyond money, relationships, titles, all of it! I existed doing and thinking nothing. That changed EVERYTHING! Imagine getting up each day with the confidence and understanding to navigate the ups and downs with calm and focus.  Where you know and trust  yourself to direct your choices and actions without  concern.  Dr Susan Taylor’s mission is to empower women in individual and small groups sessions who desire to tap into their innate healing ability to support vibrant aging and vitality. For more than 30 years, nationally and internationally, she has been teaching ancient wisdom and modern science to deconstruct the healing code supporting vibrant aging and longevity. Taylor developed the widely acclaimed Meditation Specialist Training, which provides a unique skills-building competency platform that leads to certification for leaders in their fields. Her long career began at Columbia University Medical School of Nutritional Sciences, where her master’s degree work became the basis for a clinical nutrition practice specializing in the nutrient factors that affect psychological function. Through client and workshop sessions, she concentrated on resolving the physical, emotional and psychological issues related to diet. She later earned a PhD from Case Western Reserve University School of Medicine, where she conducted research in Nutritional Biochemistry that appeared in The American Journal of Physiology, Analytical Biochemistry and Clinica Chimica Acta. During the past decade, she established the Center for Meditation Science, which provides programs internationally to health care practitioners, teachers and business professionals. Dr. Taylor has authored several scientific papers as well as popular publications that include: Return to Radiance, Feeling Good Matters: The Yoga of Mind, Medicine, and Healing, The Vital Energy Program, Sexual Radiance, and The Healing Power of Meditation CD series. She also hosts ReThink Health Podcast. Find help, support and providers through midlife transformation at www.WakeHerUp.co And more of me, Marcella Hill on social @BeingMarcellaHill

Wake Her Up Community Member, Kayte Mitchell shares her story of having heart palpitations and fearing for her life. Her doctor running extensive testing and being left with no answers. She thought she was dying, turns out all of her symptoms are signs of Perimenopause. Perimenopause is drastically effecting women's lives. Doctors are not trained in hormone or hormone therapy. They are telling women that their hormone levels are normal and offering anti depressants. Women talking and sharing our stories is what will change the future of health care for women everywhere. Join us in getting loud and sharing our stories at www.WakeHerUp.co You can find me on social media @BeingMarcellaHill

Dr. Stacey Donelson of Good Life Longmont practices Chinese Medicine and is helping women feel good and alive through Perimenopause. She knows the effects of stress and life changes on women's bodies. I didn't know that doctors like her even existed! Doctors that take our entire life into consideration and help us understand what is happening in our bodies. You can find Dr. Stacey Donelson at www.GoodLifeLongmont.com

I stopped running because my body hurt. It hurt to put my feet on the floor in the morning. Going to the chiropractor wasn't helping anymore. I didn't know that my body aching was a sign of hormonal changes! I interview Dr. Melissa Loseke from JOI Womens Wellness and talk all about how crazy it is that women don't know what is going on their bodies and what we can do to help ourselves. You can reach JOI Women's Wellness in our hormone therapy provider directory at www.WakeHerUp.co

I speak with the experts at Maze Women's Sexual Health and Wellness in Westchester, New York. Women are suffering with painful intercourse, and no sex drive. It is effecting their relationships and their lives. Maze has created a new level of care that helps women feel heard and provides the education and solutions we didn't know existed. Find them at www.MazeWomensHealth.com

If you feel like something's missing..It is YOU! Women feel dead inside and are desperately searching to find themselves. They want to feel awake and alive. The Wake Her Up movement is awakening the world to realize that it's going to take more than inspirational quotes and motivation to wake women up. No amount of self help books can overcome the hurdle of perimenopause and menopause. We need physical solutions to help us match our awakening souls. The movement is quickly growing. Gathering millions of women across the globe all regaining hope in living a life of vibrance and passion. You deserve to feel AWAKE & ALIVE. Let's go! Join us at www.MarcellaHill.com