Menopause Made Easy with Tanya

Are the oils in your kitchen secretly sabotaging your health? 🌱In this episode, I sit down with globally celebrated nutrition expert Cherie Calbom — the woman behind Juicing for Life and 36 books sold worldwide — to uncover the shocking truth about seed oils.We dive into:⚡ What seed oils really are (hint: not what you think!)⚡ How “heart-healthy” oils may be fueling inflammation, brain fog, anxiety, and chronic disease⚡ Why the post-WWII diet shift created an omega-6 overload in our bodies⚡ Which oils to avoid, which ones to cook with, and why smoke point matters⚡ How diet affects mental health, memory, and even aggression⚡ First steps to repair your body after years of consuming seed oilsIf you cook, eat packaged foods, or care about your brain, heart, and hormones — this episode is a must-listen. Cherie drops truth bombs you won’t hear anywhere else, plus empowering tips to reclaim your health. 💪Links & Resources:Website: www.juiceladyinfo.comBook: The Truth About Seed Oils – https://amzn.to/4b69Kng🎧 Listen, learn, and take control of your health — because you’re the CEO of your body.If You Loved This EpisodeShare it with a friend who’s trying to eat healthier but feels confused about what oils are actually good for them 🥑And don’t forget to subscribe to the podcast so you never miss an episode that supports your energy, metabolism, and health in midlife ✨Listen on Spotify 🎧, Apple and You TubePeptides Beginner's Guide https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguide  My Favourite Products:Phototherapy - using your own light to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy  Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:Peptides Beginner's Guide https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguide Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133  https://youtu.be/kdsBLEhQjqk If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 

How one woman’s breakdown at 43 became her breakthrough—and what every midlife woman needs to know about hormones, bones, iron, and nervous system healingIn this powerful and wide-ranging conversation, I sit down with functional medicine expert Cindy Dupuie of A Living Balance, whose personal healing crisis at age 43 became the catalyst for a completely new path.After a divorce triggered Cindy's body to breakdown, she found herself without solutions in the traditional medical system. So she took matters into her own hands—diving deep into Functional Medicine, root-cause healing, and rebuilding her health from the inside out.Now, with decades of experience, she helps women do the same.This episode is packed with wisdom, real-life case studies, and empowering insights you can start applying today.Cindy’s healing crisis at 43 and why it changed everythingWhy Functional Medicine focuses on root cause vs symptom managementThe truth about cholesterol (and why it’s not the enemy)Understanding HRT, FSH, and hormone shifts in midlifeThe Cell Danger Response and how your body signals stressWhy your body is constantly responding to signals—not just supplements and medicationCindy’s personal bone health storyThe most important bone tests to ask forHow hormones, minerals, and lifestyle all impact bone strengthIron & ferritin—why low levels are often missedGraves’ disease & hypothyroidism—what to look forThe difference between AFib and heart palpitationsEstrogen dominance—what it really meansRecurrent UTIs and the role of vaginal estrogenThe emerging conversation around stem cells and healingHow the nervous system influences every system in the bodyWhy signaling safety to your cells is essentialThe role of lifestyle, environment, and emotional health in recoveryYou are not broken.You are a puzzle—and every piece matters.Cindy reminds us that true healing comes from looking at the whole picture and building the right healthcare team to support you.Cindy Dupuie is a Functional Medicine practitioner, certified by the Institute for Functional Medicine, with a Bachelor of Science in Dietetics and Food Administration.She is also a certified yoga instructor, blogger, lecturer, and passionate advocate for nourishing, whole-body healing.After her own health crisis in 2002, she has dedicated her life to helping others restore their health using a root-cause, personalized approach.Website: A Living Balance https://alivingbalance.net/about/Instagram: Instagram (@cindy_dupuie)·       Free resource: Download Lab Checklist for The Pause Years https://mailchi.mp/ec838eef0e74/lab-checklist·       Course: Grace In Transition for Women Of A Certain Age https://alivingbalance.net/course/·       Discount code for listeners: MME20 for 20% offThis is one of those episodes you’ll want to listen to more than once.It’s not just about hormones or gut health—it’s about understanding your body, advocating for your health, and realizing that healing is possible at any age.If you want to a balanced approach to movement, mindset & nutrition The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Peptides Beginner's Guide https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguide   My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy Upgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ 🔥 What We Cover🧩 The Big Takeaway👩‍⚕️ About Cindy Dupuie🌿 Connect with Cindy💬 Final Thoughts

Have you ever noticed that just when life feels really good… you do something that brings you down?You reach for sugar.You pour the drink.You pick the fight.You spiral into doubt.In this honest and vulnerable episode, Tanya shares a recent self-sabotage moment — a chocolate spiral that wasn’t about cravings at all… but about frequency.This conversation explores:Self-sabotage through the lens of energy and frequencyWhy joy and bliss can feel uncomfortableHow the ego reacts when you rise into expansionThe nervous system’s role in addictive or compulsive behaviorsWhy your “new low” isn’t what it used to be (and that’s growth)How to ground yourself instead of spiralingIf you’ve ever felt like you sabotage yourself just when things are going well, this episode will help you see that:You’re not broken.You’re recalibrating.Listen here Spotify, Apple, You-TubeConnect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? As we age, the less stem cell activity we have. Stem cells are the foundational cells that transform into almost any cell needed to repair and regenerate damaged cells. They become our skin cells, blood cells, liver cells, heart cells, brain cells… Who doesn’t need more brain cells these days! But unfortunately the older we get, the fewer stem cells we have, which slows down the body’s ability to repair and heal - causing the wrinkles, grey hair, body aches and organ challenges.  Until now, check out my website and ask me questions!using your own light to improve your health & wellbeing click here www.lifewave.com/tanyawillisUpgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.Connect with me: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133 

Snacking might feel harmless, but constant grazing keeps your insulin high, fuels inflammation, and slows your metabolism. Eating three balanced meals a day is one of the simplest hacks for fat loss, better energy, and smoother digestion.In this episode, I share exactly why spacing your meals, eating mindfully, and allowing your body to digest fully can naturally boost fat burning—and how micro-fasting fits in. if you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge 🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥 ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge 🥰Face Lift Series 💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? As we age, the less stem cell activity we have. Stem cells are the foundational cells that transform into almost any cell needed to repair and regenerate damaged cells. They become our skin cells, blood cells, liver cells, heart cells, brain cells… Who doesn’t need more brain cells these days! But unfortunately the older we get, the fewer stem cells we have, which slows down the body’s ability to repair and heal - causing the wrinkles, grey hair, body aches and organ challenges.  Until now, check out my website and ask me questions!using your own light to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapyUpgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠  Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.

When your schedule is packed and your hormones are shifting, the answer isn’t another restrictive diet — it’s leverage. In this episode, I share three small, science-backed shifts that create outsized results for women’s energy, cravings, metabolism, and body composition.You’ll learn:Why the order you eat your meals (fiber → protein/fats → carbs) can blunt glucose spikes and reduce cravingsHow front-loading protein at breakfast protects muscle, boosts satiety, and stabilizes energyWhy swapping one HIIT workout for zone-2 movement + post-meal walking can lower cortisol and improve fat utilizationPlus — bonus micro-wins to support thyroid health, estrogen metabolism, sleep quality, and metabolic resilience.Give these levers a clean 3-day trial and notice the difference: steadier energy, fewer cravings, and less afternoon slump — without restriction.If you’d like a personalized version of these strategies mapped to your labs, lifestyle, and hormone phase, I would love to help you design it. Reach out to me at [email protected] If you want to build muscle & roll out your fascia, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

Have you ever felt like you were “going crazy” in your early 40s — only to later realize it was perimenopause?In this episode, Tanya sits down with author Amy Benjamin Moore (repeat guest) episdes #57 UTI's, Vaginal Atrophy & Your Road Map to Menopause & #93 Working Women & Menopause))— a middle school teacher, empty-nester mom of three, and certified menopause coach (GGS & MEG UK) — to talk about being completely side-swiped by perimenopause.Like so many women, we didn’t realize what was happening when symptoms showed up: anxiety, brain fog, sleep disruption, mood swings, body changes. We share what we wish we had known so you don’t have to navigate it blindly.We also discuss:Why post-menopausal women can still experience symptomsThe importance of tracking what’s happening in your bodyHow organized symptom tracking helps you advocate for yourself with your doctorAmy has created an app to make tracking simple, helping women connect the dots and feel empowered instead of confused.You’re not crazy. You’re not broken. You’re transitioning.Education changes everything. If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio  Lifewave Patches - using your own light to improve your health & wellbeing click here www.lifewave.com/tanyawillisLiving Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

As millions of women set health goals, many will once again feel frustrated when willpower alone isn’t enough to overcome sugar cravings. In this powerful episode, Tanya sits down with Christine Trimpe, award-winning author of SugarFreed®, to explore why lasting change starts by addressing cravings at their biological and emotional roots—not self-control.Christine shares her personal journey of losing over 100 pounds after decades of sugar addiction and chronic health struggles, including prediabetes, fatty liver disease, sleep apnea, and hormonal challenges. She explains how stabilizing blood sugar and reducing refined carbohydrates can improve metabolic health, mood, energy, and emotional resilience—especially for women in midlife.This conversation aligns with emerging research, including work connected to Stanford University, showing how low-carbohydrate and whole-food approaches may support blood sugar regulation, Type 2 diabetes management, and brain health. It also reflects the 2026–2030 Dietary Guidelines for Americans, which emphasize nutrient-dense foods and reduced intake of added sugars and ultra-processed foods.But Christine’s approach goes beyond science. As a coach for Christian women, she weaves faith, purpose, and grace into practical daily habits—helping women move out of shame and into sustainable change. She shares how prayer, gratitude, community, and consistency can support both physical freedom and emotional healing.Christine also opens up about the pivotal moment that changed everything—standing at the base of a mountain she could not climb—and how that experience inspired her to pursue health through faith, releasing decades of emotional and spiritual weight along with the physical.Why sugar cravings are not a willpower failureHow blood sugar instability drives cravings, fatigue, and mood swingsThe connection between insulin resistance and emotional well-beingWhy most diets fail—and what works insteadHow faith and biology can work together for lasting changeSimple, sustainable first steps toward becoming SugarFreed®Christine Trimpe is the author of SugarFreed® (2025) and the award-winning devotional Seeking Joy. Her work has been featured on Fox 2 News Detroit, Woman’s World (cover feature), First for Women, Reader’s Digest, DietDoctor.com, and the Christian Broadcast Network’s Healthy Living program. She was also a featured exhibitor at the International Christian Conference, February 17–20, 2026, in Nashville, Tennessee.If you’re tired of starting over every January, or every Monday or every start of the month and ready for strategies that work with your body—not against it—this episode is for you.Free Gift––Break the Sugar Cycle: A 7-Step Plan to End Sugar Cravings at Your Pace https://pages.christinetrimpe.net/break-sugar-cycle-plan-2026-1SugarFreed Book Details: https://christinetrimpe.com/sugarfreed/     Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/ChristineTrimpeLLC         Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/coachchristinetrimpe/         You Tube: @ChristineTrimpe https://youtube.com/christinetrimpeListen on Spotify, Apple and You-TubeIf you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Peptides Beginner's Guide https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguide   My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy Upgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ 

If you've been noticing more stiffness, slower recovery, lower energy, or changes in your skin and joints, this episode will help you understand what may really be happening inside the body — and why supporting collagen production naturally matters more than simply taking supplements.• What collagen actually does in the body (beyond skin and wrinkles)• Why collagen declines faster during menopause• How collagen supports joints, muscles, fascia, and recovery• Why many women feel “older” even when they’re still active• The difference between taking collagen and helping your body produce it• How supporting repair and resilience changes how you ageApril is about Get Bikini Ready in the The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Peptides Beginner's Guide https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguide   My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy Upgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠  Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.Connect with me: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

Why is it so hard to sit still without reaching for our phones, planning the next task, or trying to optimize our rest?In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore why doing nothing feels so uncomfortable in today’s world, what’s happening in our nervous systems, and why learning to sit in discomfort may be one of the most powerful healing tools available to women — especially in midlife.You’ll learn:Why our nervous systems interpret stillness as unsafeWhat’s really happening when you feel the urge to grab your phoneWhy women struggle with rest more than menWhat “doing nothing” actually means (and what it doesn’t)How discomfort can become a gateway to regulation and reliefSimple, practical ways to practice doing nothing without turning it into another taskThis is not meditation.This is not breathwork.This is not self‑optimization.It’s nervous system hygiene — and a radical act of self‑care.If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133My Favourite Products:

I’m joined by someone who means the world to me — my sister, Teresa. For years, I watched her struggle with low energy, pain, and feeling like her body just wasn’t responding the way it used to. She wasn’t working out, she felt exhausted most days, and like so many women, she didn’t know where to start.But something began to change when she slowly started increasing the light in her life.We talk about how spending more time in morning light began to shift her energy, her mood, and her motivation. And we also share how using the phototherapy patch became part of her journey by helping her body support itself at a deeper cellular level.This episode is emotional, funny, honest, and very real. We talk about:what it feels like to lose your energy and confidencehow small changes can lead to big shiftssisterly love (and yes, lots of laughs)watching our stepmother decline mentally and how hard that was for our familythe emotional, mental, and physical toll it took on our dadand the surprising improvements we’ve seen in him recently as he’s become part of our little “patch experiment”If you’ve ever felt tired, stuck, overwhelmed, or like your body just isn’t cooperating anymore — this episode will speak directly to you.🎧 Loved This Episode?If this conversation shifted your perspective, share it with a friend who’s ready to take ownership of her health.And as always—your body isn’t broken… it’s responding exactly as it was designed to.Listen on Spotify, Apple, You Tubehttps://youtu.be/UB1_NR_9PkU If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy Upgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠  Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.Connect with me: Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133 

What happens when a highly trained anesthesiologist begins to question everything she was taught about health?In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Rachel Maurice to explore her journey from 20 years in conventional medicine to becoming a leader in root-cause, quantum-based healing.We go deep into the real reasons so many women are struggling with fat loss, energy, and resilience today—and why it’s not just about food or exercise.This episode is about stepping into ownership of your health, understanding your environment, and shifting from reaction to prevention.Rachel’s journey through a demanding medical career as an anesthesiologistThe hidden stress of being a high-achieving woman and single motherWhy conventional medicine often misses the root cause of diseaseThe shift from symptom management → prevention and true healingHow your light environment is impacting metabolism, hormones, and fat lossThe connection between leptin resistance, insulin resistance, and modern lifeWhy fat loss is harder today (and what most programs are missing)The role of collagen, mitochondria, and circadian biology in healingWhat “quantum health” actually means in real lifeWhy becoming the CEO of your own health is non-negotiableHealth is not just about what you eat—it’s about how you live, light, and regulate your nervous systemMany modern health struggles are environmental mismatches, not personal failuresPrevention is the future—and it starts with awarenessYou have more control than you think when you understand your biologyRachel Maurice is a Canadian medical doctor who practiced as an anesthesiologist for 20 years before stepping away from conventional medicine to focus on root-cause healing.With nearly 30 years of experience in the Western medical system, she now integrates both science and alternative approaches to support deep healing. She is also working with innovative regenerative technologies and is passionate about helping people experience true transformation—not just symptom relief.Website: https://www.rachelmauricemd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel_maurice_md/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.maurice.94If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Peptide Beginner's Guide https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguidehttps://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/peptidesbegguideMy Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  using your own light to improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy 

What happens when a highly trained anesthesiologist begins to question everything she was taught about health?In this powerful and eye-opening conversation, I sit down with Rachel Maurice to explore her journey from 20 years in conventional medicine to becoming a leader in root-cause, quantum-based healing.We go deep into the real reasons so many women are struggling with fat loss, energy, and resilience today—and why it’s not just about food or exercise.This episode is about stepping into ownership of your health, understanding your environment, and shifting from reaction to prevention.Rachel’s journey through a demanding medical career as an anesthesiologistThe hidden stress of being a high-achieving woman and single motherWhy conventional medicine often misses the root cause of diseaseThe shift from symptom management → prevention and true healingHow your light environment is impacting metabolism, hormones, and fat lossThe connection between leptin resistance, insulin resistance, and modern lifeWhy fat loss is harder today (and what most programs are missing)The role of collagen and circadian biology in healingWhy becoming the CEO of your own health is non-negotiableHealth is not just about what you eat—it’s about how you live, your light, and how you regulate your nervous systemMany modern health struggles are environmental mismatches, not personal failuresPrevention is the future—and it starts with awarenessYou have more control than you think when you understand your biologyRachel Maurice is a Canadian medical doctor who practiced as an anesthesiologist for 20 years before stepping away from conventional medicine to focus on root-cause healing.With nearly 30 years of experience in the Western medical system, she now integrates both science and alternative approaches to support deep healing, including:Applied Quantum BiologyHolographic Memory Resolution (trauma release)BreathworkMindset and self-sabotage coachingMedical intuitionShe is also working with innovative regenerative technologies and is passionate about helping people experience true transformation—not just symptom relief.Listen on Spotify, Apple and You Tubehttps://youtu.be/Md8PR52hQ8c 🎧 Loved This Episode?If this conversation shifted your perspective, share it with a friend who’s ready to take ownership of her health.And as always—your body isn’t broken… it’s responding exactly as it was designed to.Website: https://www.rachelmauricemd.com/Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rachel_maurice_md/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rachel.maurice.94f you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? improve your health & wellbeing click here https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/phototherapy Upgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more 

As winter fades and spring begins in Ontario, your body is receiving a powerful biological signal—it’s time to wake up.In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, I explain how spring sunlight helps naturally rebuild melatonin and vitamin D, two critical hormones for sleep, energy, metabolism, and overall health—especially in midlife and menopause.You’ll learn why melatonin isn’t just a sleep hormone, how vitamin D is actually a hormone made from sunlight (not supplements alone), and how aligning with the sunrise, UVA rise, and UVB light can reset your circadian rhythm naturally.This episode is an invitation to stop forcing your health—and start partnering with nature.Why spring is a biological reset, not just a seasonHow morning sunrise light sets your sleep and hormone rhythm for the entire dayThe surprising role of UVA light in building melatonin inside your cellsWhen UVB light returns in Ontario and how it supports vitamin D productionWhy melatonin and vitamin D work together—not separatelyHow menopause changes our light needs (and how to work with that)Simple, realistic ways to use spring sunlight—no perfection requiredBefore you reach for another supplement, your body may be asking for more light and better timing.Step outside. Let the sun do what it was designed to do.Listen on Spotify, Apple & You TubeIf you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133In This Episode, You’ll Learn:Key Takeaway:My Favourite Products:

Most women have been told to “just take vitamin D” or “try melatonin for sleep.”But what if the issue isn’t deficiency… it’s disconnection from our natural rhythms?In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore the deeper relationship between melatonin, vitamin D, and circadian biology—and why supplements alone often fail to create real change.What melatonin really is (hint: it’s far more than a sleep hormone)How melatonin is made naturally through light, darkness, and timingWhy morning sunlight is essential for deep sleep at nightThe powerful relationship between vitamin D and melatoninThe difference between stored vitamin D vs. circulating vitamin DWhat vitamin D blood tests actually measure (and what they miss)Why vitamin D works best with magnesium and vitamin K2Why “slapping on a supplement” doesn’t fix a broken circadian systemHow circadian rhythm, nervous system health, and mitochondria all work togetherSimple rhythm-based habits that support hormone balance, sleep, and energy✨ This episode is a reminder that your body doesn’t need more forcing — it needs better timing.Listen on Spotify, Apple and You TubeIf you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133In this episode, you’ll learn:My Favourite Products:

Today I have a special guest, Morgana Lakatos-Hayward and we are diving intoWhy traditional “eat less, move more” stops working in perimenopause (and what works instead)The cortisol–sleep–belly fat connection in busy women, and how to break the cycle without extremesand more! If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133Morgana is a former 2x world Latin champion dancer turned female health coach who specializes in helping women in midlife master their hormones and weight through science backed hacks and holistic health techniques. She is the founder of her company “This Isn’t a Diet” where she’s coined protocols like the Fat Burn Protocol and Hack Your Body Method. She is also the bestselling author of the book “Read This When You’re Done Dieting”. Contact info:Email: [email protected]: thisisntadiet.comIG: @shedwithmorgana My Favourite Products:

What happens when a seasoned cardiac nurse decides to trust her intuition more than her resume?In this powerful and joy-filled conversation, I sit down with Diane Hunt, a former cardiac nurse in New York City who spent 20 years in traditional medicine before courageously stepping into an entirely new chapter.Three years ago, Diane said yes to something that didn’t make logical sense on paper — but felt aligned in her heart. She walked away from the familiar hospital setting and into the world of light, frequency, and direct selling with LifeWave.And she did it scared.In this episode, we explore:✨ What it really feels like to leave a 20-year career✨ The ego’s resistance vs. the heart’s wisdom✨ Being terrified — and choosing courage anyway✨ The body’s innate ability to heal✨ Light, frequency, and expanding consciousness✨ Insights from David R. Hawkins and his Map of Consciousness✨ The personal growth that happens when you leap✨ Why open-mindedness may be the most important quality in midlifeThere are giggles. There are honest moments. There are powerful reflections about identity, fear, and trusting yourself when the path ahead isn’t clear.Diane’s story is not just about career change — it’s about evolution.It’s about listening to your heart’s passion.It’s about moving beyond ego and into expansion.It’s about remembering that we are not just physical beings… we are energetic beings capable of healing, growth, and transformation.If you’ve ever felt the nudge to pivot…If you’ve ever wondered, “What if there’s more?”If you’ve ever been scared but knew staying the same felt heavier than changing…This conversation is for you.Because sometimes courage isn’t loud.Sometimes it’s a quiet whisper that says:“Trust your light.”Join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? As we age, the less stem cell activity we have. Stem cells are the foundational cells that transform into almost any cell needed to repair and regenerate damaged cells. They become our skin cells, blood cells, liver cells, heart cells, brain cells… Who doesn’t need more brain cells these days! But unfortunately the older we get, the fewer stem cells we have, which slows down the body’s ability to repair and heal - causing the wrinkles, grey hair, body aches and organ challenges.  Until now, check out my website and ask me questions!using your own light to improve your health & wellbeing click here Upgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠  Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.

After reading All the Way to the River by Elizabeth Gilbert, I found myself unexpectedly confronted with themes of addiction, secrecy, nervous system regulation, and codependency. This is a vulnerable episode.What began as discomfort turned into reflection.In this episode, I explore:My long history with sugar addictionThe secrecy and self-deception that accompany addictionHow addiction regulates an unregulated nervous systemWhy addiction can be a survival strategy for an aching soulThe connection between codependency and parentingThe role of boundaries in healingThe deeper work of authenticity and self-worthI share openly about binge eating, shame, emotional wounds from adolescence, and the decades-long process of unwinding dependency patterns.This is not a conversation about judgment.It’s a conversation about honesty.Because sometimes the books that make us squirm are the ones that show us where we still have room to grow.If you have ever:Used food to copeStruggled with hidden behaviorsFound yourself people-pleasing to feel lovedOr felt shame around past parenting choicesThis episode is for you.Healing is layered.Growth is ongoing.And you are not alone.Listen on Spotify, Apple and You Tubehttps://youtu.be/wkKwYMm2XDMIf you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge 🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥 ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge 🥰Face Lift Series 💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio My Favourite Products:LifeWave Phototherapy Patches  Using your own light - how cool is that?? As we age, the less stem cell activity we have. Stem cells are the foundational cells that transform into almost any cell needed to repair and regenerate damaged cells. They become our skin cells, blood cells, liver cells, heart cells, brain cells… Who doesn’t need more brain cells these days! But unfortunately the older we get, the fewer stem cells we have, which slows down the body’s ability to repair and heal - causing the wrinkles, grey hair, body aches and organ challenges.  Until now, check out my website and ask me questions!using your own light to improve your health & wellbeing click here www.lifewave.com/tanyawillisUpgrade your Multi, omegas, collagen supplementsWant collagen, omegas and more to improve your health and wellbeing - check out VitalHealth, click here and ask me any questions.Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠  Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.Email me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ 

What if your heart isn’t just a beating muscle……but a doorway into five powerful aspects of YOU?In this week’s Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, I explore the soulful teachings from Kimberly Snyder’s book “The Hidden Power of the Five Hearts.”You'll learn:What the five hearts are (and why they matter in menopause)How to use them to feel more energized, calm, and centeredA short, soothing 3-minute meditation you can do anywhereIf your mind is spinning, your emotions are running high, or your body just feels “off” — this episode is your soft place to land. 💗 🎧 Listen now to understand how to become the CEO of your health so that you can THRIVE after 35!!!🎧Listen on Spotify and Apple, You Tube Use this checklist each morning or evening to check in with each “heart” and realign your energy.✅ Checklist: The Five Hearts Daily Tune-In💓 1. Physical Heart – Body💞 2. Emotional Heart – Feelings🧠 3. Mental Heart – Thoughts🌟 4. Spiritual Heart – Intuition✨ 5. Energetic Heart – Vibration☐ Did I nourish my body with whole, high-vibration food today?☐ Did I hydrate with clean water or hot lemon water this morning?☐ Did I move or stretch my body with love?☐ Did I check in with how I’m feeling emotionally?☐ Did I comfort or acknowledge my inner child today?☐ Did I allow myself to feel without judgment?☐ Did I notice and redirect negative thoughts?☐ Did I use an affirmation or mantra today?☐ Did I practice gratitude or write down three things I’m thankful for?☐ Did I take a quiet moment to breathe or meditate?☐ Did I connect with something bigger — nature, prayer, soul work?☐ Did I ask my inner guidance for clarity today?☐ Did I clear or protect my energy (e.g., grounding, smudging, walking barefoot)?☐ Did I avoid or release draining energy?☐ Did I smile, laugh, or do something that lifted my frequency? If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:

Welcome to February’s Opening the Heart series. In this powerful episode, Tanya invites you into a gentle, guided journey to understand and release the shame many of us carry—especially around food, parenting, and self-worth.Shame is often invisible but deeply felt. It hides in our cells, our breath, and our nervous system—and it keeps us small, silent, and stuck. Today’s episode includes a 10-minute meditation that gently helps you name and release shame through breath and compassionate self-awareness.This is healing work. Emotional detox. A clearing of the heart space—so you can open more fully to love, joy, connection, and possibility.In this episode, you’ll learn:What shame is (and how it differs from guilt)Where shame hides in the bodyWhy shame often intensifies in midlife and menopauseA guided shame-release meditation you can return to again and againCome back to this practice anytime you feel the heaviness of shame creeping in. Your body knows how to release. Your heart knows how to heal.🎧 Listen now to understand how to become the CEO of your health so that you can THRIVE after 45!!!Listen on Spotify and Apple, You Tube If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133 https://youtu.be/Awz-zc0iiuw My Favourite Products:

Beth Blackmore is a powerful example of what’s possible when you decide to take your health—and your life—back into your own hands.After a profound personal wake-up call in 2020, Beth began questioning everything she had been taught about health, success, and conformity. What followed was a deep journey of awakening, unlearning, and self-discovery that transformed every area of her life.She released over 60 pounds, dramatically improved her health, stepped away from a 17-year career in government HR, and courageously reinvented herself. Today, Beth is healthier, clearer, and more confident than ever—and deeply committed to helping others do the same.Through her own healing journey, Beth discovered the power of reconnecting to the body’s innate intelligence and cellular light. Her work now supports people in reducing pain, easing anxiety, improving health, and breaking free from self-limiting beliefs that keep them stuck.In this episode, Beth shares:What sparked her personal awakening and life transformationHow unlearning old conditioning around food, health, and identity led to lasting weight loss and vitalityWhy it’s never too late to change the trajectory of your lifeHow harnessing the body’s own healing capacity can support deep physical and emotional changeBeth describes herself as an empath, a lifelong learner, and a work in progress—committed to growth, honesty, and evolution. Rather than feeling overwhelmed by what’s next, she feels empowered and excited to meet life’s challenges head-on.As a health and empowerment coach, Beth helps people reprogram conditioned thought patterns, overcome self-sabotaging behaviors, and step into lives that feel healthy, abundant, and aligned.She also shares her excitement around LifeWave phototherapy technology, a non-invasive approach that supports the body’s natural healing abilities by activating its own internal light—a tool that has been profoundly transformative for her and many others.To learn more about the lifewave patches and support our small businesses, www.lifewave.com/tanyawillis✨ Connect with Beth and learn more about her work:👉 www.bethblackmore.comFor more information about Lifewave, click here www.lifewave.com/tanyawillis - Lifewave Patches - using your own light to improve your health & wellbeingListen on Spotify, Apple and You Tubehttps://youtu.be/hfIjnQI5Mco 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!! ⁠https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings⁠  Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset  ⁠https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio⁠ Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.

It’s the New Year..yes it's still January—and you’re full of motivation. You’ve got a list of strict goals: work out 5 days a week, give up carbs, no more sugar, and get to bed early. Sound familiar?While this "all or nothing" mindset feels productive, it often leads to burnout.In today’s episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, I’ll share two often-overlooked but powerful habits that help you build momentum without burnout:✅ Starting small✅ Habit stacking with the right timingYou’ll meet three women—one who white-knuckles it and burns out, one who starts small and thrives, and one who experiments to find her flow.This episode will inspire you to ditch the perfectionism and create lasting, feel-good habits—one small step at a time.What You’ll Learn:Why big resolutions often failHow to build health habits that stickReal-life habit stacking ideasThe power of trial-and-error for finding your health rhythmExamples of simple changes in movement and nutritionResources Mentioned:Cold Plunging Episode Join the Vibrant Living Academy to stay supported all year long! 🎧 Listen now to understand how to become the CEO of your health so that you can THRIVE after 35!!!Listen on Spotify and Apple, You Tube https://youtu.be/2I2K89RdBdA If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133 My Favourite Products:

Do you always need food nearby? Feel panicky if you’re getting hungry? You might be carrying an unconscious fear of hunger — a fear that’s not about food, but about safety.In this episode, Tanya shares her personal story of living in nervous system dysregulation without knowing it — constantly eating to keep anxiety and energy crashes at bay, without realizing her blood sugar and mitochondria were suffering.Inspired by Dave Asprey’s book Fast This Way, Tanya unpacks how fear of hunger impacts midlife women, from cravings and fat storage to energy crashes and anxiety. Learn how to calm your nervous system, regain metabolic flexibility, and heal your relationship with food — from the inside out.In this episode you’ll learn:Why the fear of hunger is often unconscious and rooted in nervous system dysregulationHow this fear impacts your mitochondria, metabolism, and cravingsTanya’s story of food frequency, blood sugar chaos, and healing5 steps to begin calming the nervous system and rebuilding metabolic trustWhy fasting is not about control, but about creating cellular safetyKey Takeaway:Metabolic healing starts when you feel safe — not just fed. Learn to sit with hunger, build trust with your body, and move from food fear to food freedom.🎧 Listen now on Spotify, Apple Podcast, or YouTubehttps://youtu.be/rF1Y64yPGHs If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133My Favourite Products:

In this empowering episode of Menopause Made Easy, Tanya dives into the root cause behind weight regain, plateaus, and self-sabotage: self-image. Inspired by Metabolic Freedom by Bedros Azadi and the wisdom of Bob Proctor, Tanya explains why your identity—not your diet—is the most powerful force behind lasting change.You'll hear two real-life examples:Linda, who keeps rebounding because her identity hasn’t changedMaria, who transforms her body by transforming her self-image—guided by faith and consistencyTanya also shares 3 ways to reshape your identity so that the change you make becomes who you are, not just what you do.Key Topics:What is self-image?Why diets fail when self-image doesn’t shiftBedros Azadi’s 3 identity-building practicesBob Proctor’s definition of faithHow to take aligned action starting todayQuote of the Episode:“Faith is the ability to see the invisible and believe in the incredible.” – Bob Proctor🎧 Listen now to understand how to become the CEO of your health so that you can THRIVE after 45!!!Listen on Spotify and Apple, You Tube https://youtu.be/E05VFbtH6jU If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133 My Favourite Products:

You’ve tried every diet under the sun—but are you ignoring the one thing that could actually move the needle on weight loss? In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore how sleep plays a powerful role in regulating your hunger, cravings, and body fat.Meet two women:👉 Debbie, who’s convinced she just needs to diet harder👉 Susan, who stopped dieting and started sleeping—and finally started shedding weightYou’ll learn the science behind how sleep impacts your metabolism, what hormones are affected, and how poor sleep drives your cravings for carbs and sugar. Plus, get 5 takeaways you can use tonight to sleep your way to a healthier weight and a calmer mind.In this episode, you’ll discover:Why sleep affects weight loss more than willpowerWhat ghrelin, leptin, cortisol, and insulin have to do with your food choicesHow to reset your metabolism overnightWhat happens to your body after just one night of poor sleepSimple nightly rituals to improve your sleep and shrink your waistline🎧 Listen now to understand how to become the CEO of your health so that you can THRIVE after 35!!!Listen on Spotify and Apple, You Tube If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133https://youtu.be/me_zlUxJz_M My Favourite Products:

Are you laser-focused on having the perfect diet—no sugar, no gluten, no dairy—but still feel exhausted, stressed, or stuck? You’re not alone. In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore the dangers of perfectionism in health and how it can sabotage your well-being when it blinds you to the bigger picture.I’ll introduce you to two women—Perfectionist Penny and Balanced Betty—to highlight how aiming for “perfect” in one pillar (like nutrition) can lead to imbalance in others (like sleep, stress, or mindset). You'll learn how to embrace a more flexible, seasonal approach to health that leads to long-term energy, joy, and ease—without guilt or burnout.What You’ll Learn:Why focusing only on food or exercise isn't enoughHow stress, sleep, and mindset are just as vital as nutrition and movementThe nervous system’s role in perfectionismThe difference between control and curiosity in your health habits5 takeaways to help you shift from "perfect" to "balanced"Takeaway Reminder:Let go of the need to do it all perfectly. Small, consistent actions across all 5 pillars of health—nutrition, movement, mindset, sleep, and stress—create the vibrant life you deserve. 💫🎙️ Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or You Tube👉https://youtu.be/4YkNaudEjsw If you want to build muscle, improve nutrition & mindset - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio ⁠⁠⁠⁠  PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio   My Favourite Products:Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

In this episode, we dive into something you do every day—but how you do it makes all the difference.Meet Relaxed Rachel—she eats her meals in peace, chews her food thoroughly, and finishes feeling energized and satisfied.Then there’s Distracted Debbie—she multitasks while eating, barely chews, and ends up bloated, drained, and craving more.You’ll learn:Why your mouth—not your stomach—is where digestion beginsHow multitasking while eating puts your body into fight or flightThe surprising spiritual and emotional nourishment that comes from mindful mealsSimple ways to activate your parasympathetic nervous system before and during mealsHow to absorb more nutrients and reduce bloating just by chewingWhether you're eating alone or with family, how you eat may be more powerful than what you eat.Tune in for empowering, down-to-earth strategies to support gut health, nutrient absorption, and emotional satisfaction.👉 Don't miss the practical takeaways at the end!Listen on Spotify, Apple and YouTube https://youtu.be/992h9-L4Psc If you want to build muscle - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings For more support Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133My Favourite Products:

Mocktails are having a moment—but are they truly better for your health than alcohol? In this juicy episode of Menopause Made Easy, I break down the truth about non-alcoholic drinks, what’s really hiding behind “natural flavors,” and how some mocktails might spike your blood sugar more than a glass of wine.You’ll discover:The pros and cons of the exploding alcohol-free drink marketWhat alcohol does to your liver, sleep, hormones, and stressWhether any alcohol is actually beneficial (science says...not really)Why some mocktails can sabotage your wellness goalsHealthier options to sip and celebrate without the sugar crashA fun comparison between Mocktail Molly and Stubborn SarahResources Mentioned:Healthy mocktail swapsHerbal teas and functional elixirsApple cider vinegar drink recipeKombucha cautionsTakeaways:Choose drinks that support your hormones and blood sugarLook past labels and always read the ingredientsYou don’t need alcohol—or sugar—to feel relaxed and included🎧 Listen now on Apple, Spotify, or You Tubehttps://youtu.be/hkWQMOkCSzQ If you want to build muscle - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133My Favourite Products:

Today is part 4 of 4 of a brand-new 4-part series called Boost Your Energy, because nothing in your life works well if your energy is running on empty. And here’s the truth: most women think energy is coffee… or carbs… or willpower. But that’s NOT real energy.Today we’re redefining energy — at the cellular level.What you’ll learn:  Why diets fail women in midlifeWhy pushing harder backfiresThe 2026 lifestyle rhythm that works with your biologySeasonal living for energy + fat lossWhy energy is the foundation for everythingSpecial Coaching Offer:  3 private 30-minute Energy Reset sessions — $199+tax.  email [email protected] to save your spot. Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.    ⁠https://earthingcanada.ca/products/ground-therapy-throw-kit?sca_ref=10025867.M6xvVKz2c0⁠ Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ 

Today is part 3 of 4 of a brand-new 4-part series called Boost Your Energy, because nothing in your life works well if your energy is running on empty. And here’s the truth: most women think energy is coffee… or carbs… or willpower. But that’s NOT real energy.Today we’re redefining energy — at the cellular level.What you’ll learn:  Why light is your most important metabolic signalHow nature increases cellular voltageWhat structured water is and why it mattersHow modern life drains your energyA simple daily routine to rebuild your natural energySpecial Coaching Offer:  3 private 30-minute Energy Reset sessions — $199+tax.  email [email protected] to save your spot. Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.    ⁠https://earthingcanada.ca/products/ground-therapy-throw-kit?sca_ref=10025867.M6xvVKz2c0⁠ Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, ⁠click here ⁠ Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, ⁠click here to enter.   ⁠ Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, ⁠click here ⁠for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate ⁠ click here⁠ >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, ⁠click here⁠ Grounding Pads & Blankets - ⁠shop here ⁠from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat,⁠ shop here⁠ 

Today is part 2 of 4 of a brand-new 4-part series called Boost Your Energy, because nothing in your life works well if your energy is running on empty.And here’s the truth: most women think energy is coffee… or carbs… or willpower. But that’s NOT real energy.Today we’re redefining energy — at the cellular level.What you’ll learn:Why winter naturally brings lower energyHow this shift is protective and restorativeWhy pushing through winter leads to burnoutHow to align your lifestyle to winter biologyThe simple winter rhythm that boosts energySpecial Coaching Offer:3 private 30-minute Energy Reset sessions — $199+tax.email [email protected] to save your spot.Grounding Pads & Blankets - shop here from Earthing Canada.    https://earthingcanada.ca/products/ground-therapy-throw-kit?sca_ref=10025867.M6xvVKz2c0 Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, click here Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, click here to enter.   Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, click here for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate  click here >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, click hereGrounding Pads & Blankets - shop here from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shop here

Today we’re kicking off a brand-new 4-part series called Boost Your Energy, because nothing in your life works well if your energy is running on empty.And here’s the truth: most women think energy is coffee… or carbs… or willpower. But that’s NOT real energy.Today we’re redefining energy — at the cellular level.In this episode, you’ll learn:The real definition of energyWhy women in midlife experience energy crashesWhy food + workouts aren’t the full pictureHow light, temperature, and circadian rhythms power your cellular batteriesSimple steps to rebuild natural, sustainable energySpecial Offer:3 private Energy Reset sessions — 30 minutes each — $199+tax (limited spots).Email [email protected] to reserve your spot.Grounding Grounding Pads & Blankets - shop here from Earthing Canada.    https://earthingcanada.ca/products/ground-therapy-throw-kit?sca_ref=10025867.M6xvVKz2c0 Living Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, click here Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thank you for shopping at my store, click here to enter.   Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, click here for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate  click here >>Juice Plus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and a natural energy boost!, click hereGrounding Pads & Blankets - shop here from Earthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shop here

Whether you’re raising a glass of bubbly or a sparkling mocktail, this episode gives you the tools to feel vibrant, social, and in control during menopause. Tanya shares smart strategies to drink in a way that supports your hormones, blood sugar, sleep, and mood — plus delicious low-sugar mocktail recipes that look as good as they taste!What You’ll Learn:Why alcohol hits harder in menopauseHow to support your body if you drinkTips to avoid hangovers and sleep disruptionsThe best low-sugar mixers and mocktail ingredients4 fun, feel-good mocktail recipes with creative namesResources Mentioned:Ginger Glow SpritzerCucumber ZenLavender DreamsHot Flash CoolerSupplements: magnesium glycinate, activated charcoal, NAC Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  If you want to build muscle - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio If you want weekly support, your questions answered, a supportive group of women and PROGRESS, join the Midlife Reboot https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠  PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings For more support Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio 

In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore why the darker months — especially from October through March — are the highest-risk time of year for illness, inflammation, low mood, cravings, and fatigue. Drawing from the work of Dr. Robert Seheult (MedCram), we break down how light impacts immunity, hormones, sleep, metabolism, and overall vitality. You’ll learn why humans are biologically designed for bright days, dark nights, and daily natural light exposure — and the simple habits that can help you stay energized, healthy, and grounded even in the deepest winter.What You’ll LearnWhy winter has significantly higher illness and mortality ratesHow low light levels slow your mitochondria, immunity, and metabolismThe circadian-mitochondrial connection: why light is your #1 hormone regulatorWhy indoor lighting is NOT enoughHow to use natural light, bright indoor light, and red/infrared lightThe hidden role of ventilation and humiditySmall daily habits to improve mood, sleep, and metabolic healthHow to create “ancestral light rhythms” in a modern worldKey TakeawaysOutdoor morning light is the most powerful daily health habitEven cloudy winter days beat indoor lighting by 10–50xBright days + dark nights = hormonal stabilityMovement + daylight = mitochondrial activationYour environment matters more than you thinkLinks & ResourcesListen on Spotify / Apple / YouTubeFollow Vibrantlivingwithtanya on instagram for more metabolism-friendly midlife tipsFree Download: The Winter Light Reset Guide - email [email protected] for your copyMy Favorite'sLiving Libations for skin, hair and teeth care & red light, clickhere  Organo Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Thankyou for shopping at my store, clickhere to enter.   Vibe Device - Your pocketsized health device, click here for$150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety, insomnia, painallergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate  click here >>JuicePlus+ Luminate is a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitivefunction, clarity, and energy. It combines natural caffeine from coffee berrywith nootropics and adaptogens like Lion's Mane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to providemental focus and alertness without jitters. Pure Cocoa Rocks - great for smoothies, lattes and anatural energy boost!, clickhereGrounding Pads & Blankets -  shop hereEarthing Canada.   I got this for a gift one year and have ordered eversince - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shophere 

December doesn't have to be a write-off. In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore how to stay grounded, energized, and on track—without giving up the joy of the season. With just a few simple tweaks to your light exposure, mindset, movement, and nutrition, you can feel amazing all month long. Meet Downey Debbie, who ignores the advice and crashes hard by New Year’s, and Delightful Dolores, who makes small shifts and thrives through December.Whether you're navigating menopause or just looking for a more intentional holiday season, this episode will help you feel empowered—not overwhelmed.🎁 Get the December Feel-Good Cheat Sheet with 10 daily tips: email [email protected] on Spotify, Apple and You Tubehttps://youtu.be/1MCwOPFNHdU  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  If you want to build muscle - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!!5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  

Have you been told to cut salt to lower your blood pressure? What if the real issue is sugar and insulin resistance—not salt? In this eye-opening episode, Tanya unpacks why so many women are being misled about what’s driving their high blood pressure, especially in midlife and menopause.We explore the powerful insights of authors like Ben Bikman (Why We Get Sick) and Gary Taubes (Good Calories, Bad Calories), who reveal how fasting insulin plays a much bigger role than most doctors acknowledge. You'll learn why your ideal fasting insulin is under 6, what happens when it's higher, and how insulin drives water retention, inflammation, and blood pressure spikes—often more than salt does.You’ll meet two women—Susan and Lisa—on very different health journeys. One follows conventional advice: reduce salt and take medication. The other works with a progressive doctor and coach, makes targeted lifestyle changes, and naturally reverses her high blood pressure by focusing on diet, movement, sleep, and stress.This episode will empower you with simple, actionable tips to:Reduce fasting insulin levelsSupport healthy blood pressureUnderstand how sugar, not salt, drives hypertensionRethink outdated medical advice and start asking better questions✨ Bonus: Download your free cheat sheet + tracker to help lower fasting insulin and track your progress naturally. Email [email protected] for your copy.🎧 Tune in on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or YouTube.💌 Be sure to subscribe, rate, and share this with a friend who’s ready to take charge of her health in menopause and beyond!My Favourite Products:Living Libations for skin, hair andteeth care & red light, clickhere - 30% off right now! Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Organo - 20% off nowDelish!!! Thank you for shopping at my store, clickhere to enter.   Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, clickhere for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety,insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate - Buy2 packages and get free omegas, clickhere >>Juice Plus+Luminate is  a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function,clarity, and energy. It combinesnatural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion'sMane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness withoutjitters. 👉 Grab your Pure Cacao here while it’s on sale: shophere  If you're feeling tired,craving sugar, battling stress, or wanting to reconnect to your body and heart…cacao can be a powerful daily ritual. GroundingPads & Blankets - shophere from Earthing Canada.  I got this for a gift one year andhave ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shophere Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  If you want to build muscle - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!!5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://vibrant-living-with-tanya.mykajabi.com/vibrant-living-studio 

In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we dive into a surprising but common midlife issue: trigger finger. Have you noticed a finger that clicks, pops, or locks up when you try to move it? This often-overlooked condition affects many women in perimenopause and postmenopause due to hormone shifts, inflammation, and years of repetitive use.You’ll learn:What trigger finger is and how it developsWhy it’s more common during and after menopauseThe hormonal and structural changes that make tendons more vulnerableWhat you can do at home to reduce pain, improve mobility, and prevent worseningMy 5-minute daily hand routine to keep your fingers flexible and pain-freeResources Mentioned:Free Self-Care Handout: Trigger Finger in Menopause email [email protected] to get your✋ Daily Hand & Finger Mobility Routine (5 Minutes)Daily Hand & Mobility RoutineVibrant Living Academy for Strong, Supple, and Pain-Free: Mobility for Midlife Hands💛listen on Spotify, Apple and You TubeMy Favourite Products: Living Libations for skin, hair andteeth care & red light, clickhere - 30% off right now! Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Organo - 20% off nowDelish!!! Thank you for shopping at my store, clickhere to enter.   Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, clickhere for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety,insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate - Buy2 packages and get free omegas, clickhere >>Juice Plus+Luminate is  a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function,clarity, and energy. It combinesnatural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion'sMane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness withoutjitters. 👉 Grab your Pure Cacao here while it’s on sale: shophere  If you're feeling tired,craving sugar, battling stress, or wanting to reconnect to your body and heart…cacao can be a powerful daily ritual. GroundingPads & Blankets - shophere from Earthing Canada.  I got this for a gift one year andhave ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shophere Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  If you want to build muscle - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio 

Are heart palpitations keeping you up at night or making you anxious during the day? In this episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we unpack why heart palpitations increase during perimenopause and postmenopause, how hormones are involved, and what you can do about them.💓 Learn:What heart palpitations feel like and why they’re common in midlifeThe role of estrogen, progesterone, and your nervous systemWhat makes palpitations worse (hello caffeine and sugar!)What helps—from food to supplements to mindsetA tale of two women: Poopy Pants Pamela vs. Heart-Happy Helen5 practical takeaways to calm your heart and your mindThis episode is equal parts empowering, informative, and light-hearted—because talking about your heart shouldn’t make you panic.👉 Share this with a friend who needs to hear it!Listen on Spotify, Aple and You Tube My Favourite Products:Living Libations for skin, hair andteeth care & red light, clickhere - 30% off right now! Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Organo - 20% off nowDelish!!! Thank you for shopping at my store, clickhere to enter.   Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, clickhere for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety,insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate - Buy2 packages and get free omegas, clickhere >>Juice Plus+Luminate is  a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function,clarity, and energy. It combinesnatural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion'sMane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness withoutjitters. 👉 Grab your Pure Cacao here while it’s on sale: shophere  If you're feeling tired,craving sugar, battling stress, or wanting to reconnect to your body and heart…cacao can be a powerful daily ritual. GroundingPads & Blankets - shophere from Earthing Canada.  I got this for a gift one year andhave ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shophere Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10 ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  If you want to build muscle - invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥⭐Gut & Butt Challenge🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge 👣Mobility Matters 🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio 

In today’s episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we’re breaking down the fascinating difference between white fat and brown fat — and why one can actually help you stay lean, energized, and metabolically fit after 60 (or any age but wanted to give a shout out to my post menopausal crowd). Through the story of two women, Linda and Karen, we’ll explore what lifestyle habits lead to more brown fat, how to tell what kind of fat you may have, and actionable strategies to convert white fat into beige or brown fat.Plus, I’m sharing a powerful 5-Day Brown Fat Reset and a few fringe biohacks to boost your metabolism, resilience, and energy.What You’ll Learn:The real difference between white fat, brown fat, and beige fatHow brown fat helps with metabolism, blood sugar, and fat burningDaily habits that increase brown fat activityA comparison of two 60-year-old women with different fat profilesHow cold exposure, sleep, light, and food impact fat typeFringe methods like red light therapy, breathwork, and mitochondria-supportive supplementsLinks Mentioned:🎁  Join Vibrant Living AcademyEpisode Resources:Cold Exposure Research: NIH StudyBrown Fat & Metabolic Health: Cell Metabolism JournalThe Beige Fat Pathway: Nature Reviews Endocrinology 🎧 Listen now Spotify, Apple, You Tube My FAV products:Living Libations for skin, hair andteeth care & red light, clickhere - 30% off right now! Mushroom Tea and Coffee - Organo - 20% off nowDelish!!! Thank you for shopping at my store, clickhere to enter.   Vibe Device - Your pocket sized health device, clickhere for $150 OFF plus free shipping - Pocket Therapy for anxiety,insomnia, pain allergies, asthma, trauma, earthing/grounding and so much more Luminate - Buy2 packages and get free omegas, clickhere >>Juice Plus+Luminate is  a plant-based drink mix designed to support cognitive function,clarity, and energy. It combinesnatural caffeine from coffee berry with nootropics and adaptogens like Lion'sMane, Ashwagandha, and Rhodiola to provide mental focus and alertness withoutjitters. 👉 Grab your Pure Cacao here while it’s on sale: shophere  If you're feeling tired,craving sugar, battling stress, or wanting to reconnect to your body and heart…cacao can be a powerful daily ritual. GroundingPads & Blankets - shophere from Earthing Canada.  I got this for a gift one year andhave ordered ever since - TruLocal - cleaner meat, shophere 

In the final episode of our mini-series on releasing fat in midlife, we bring everything together with a gentle, science-backed strategy to release fat with love, safety, and metabolic mastery.You’ll learn:How to signal your body that it’s safe to release fatWhy the nervous system, hormones, and emotions are key to fat releasePractical steps for midlife metabolism resetHow to integrate nourishment, movement, rest, and self-compassionThe difference between forcing change and partnering with your bodyThrough Fiona & Emma’s stories, we see the power of nervous system safety, intentional habits, and emotional processing in supporting fat release.This episode gives you the roadmap for a midlife fat release strategy that works with your biology, not against it.Fat release is tied to safety, calm, and hormonal balance, not deprivation.Midlife women release fat most effectively when the body feels supported and stress is minimized.Small, consistent practices create real change — protein, strength training, sleep, movement, sunlight, and emotional awareness.Emotional patterns, old trauma, and stress can lock fat in — acknowledging and processing them allows release.Partnering with your body replaces frustration with trust and ease.What am I ready to release — physically, emotionally, or mentally?How can I signal more safety and support to my body today?Which small practices can I implement this week to nurture my metabolism?How can I speak to my body with love instead of judgment?If this episode resonates, and you’re ready to create lasting change without diets, shame, or stress, I’d love to guide you personally:💛 Private Coaching Special3 private 30-minute sessions — $149 + taxPersonalized support for midlife metabolism, hormone balance, and nervous system calmCreate a safe, science-backed plan for fat release that works with your biologyto book your time [email protected] you loved this series, share it with a friend, leave a review, and remember:Your body is your ally. Love it, listen to it, and it will release what it no longer needs.

In part 3 of our mini-series on releasing fat in midlife, we explore why fat becomes stubborn and the biological and emotional reasons it gets stored in the first place — and more importantly, how you can help it release gently and sustainably.You’ll learn:The role of insulin, cortisol, and stress in fat storageHow the nervous system signals the body to “hold on”Why energy scarcity, over-training, or restriction can backfireHow fat is linked to emotional protection and survival patternsPractical strategies to help your body release fat safely and effectivelyThrough the stories of Fiona & Emma, we illustrate the difference between forcing fat release and creating conditions that allow fat to let go naturally.This episode is about understanding the deeper signals your body sends and creating a lifestyle that encourages fat release without shame or punishment.Fat is stored in response to stress, hormonal shifts, and energy scarcity.Over-restriction, over-exercising, or chronic stress often makes fat release harder.Nervous system safety and metabolic calm are critical for midlife fat release.Emotional processing and self-compassion support physical release.Gentle, consistent habits — not harsh dieting — help fat finally let go.Where has my body been trying to protect me?When do I feel most stressed or depleted?What can I do today to signal safety and nourishment to my body?Which emotions might I be holding in my body that fat is protecting?If this episode speaks to you and you’re ready to work with your body instead of against it:💛 Private Coaching Special3 private 30-minute sessions for $149 + tax.We’ll uncover your personal blocks, create a stress- and hormone-friendly fat release plan, and support your midlife metabolism and emotional safety.book your sessions at [email protected] If you enjoyed this episode, share it with a friend, leave a review, and remember:Your body isn’t failing you — it’s protecting you.

In part 2 of our mini-series on releasing fat in midlife, we dive into why women’s bodies handle fat so differently than men’s, especially during perimenopause and menopause.You’ll learn:How estrogen and other hormones influence fat storageWhy menopause redistributes fat to the bellyThe role of cortisol, insulin, and stress in stubborn fatWhy women can feel like “they’re doing everything right” and still struggle with fat releaseHow honoring your unique female biology leads to better results than copying men’s strategiesThrough the stories of Fiona & Emma, we explore two approaches to fat in midlife — one that fights the body, and one that partners with it — and the different outcomes that result.This episode is about understanding your midlife metabolism, nervous system, and hormonal rhythms, and learning to work with them instead of against them.Women’s fat is designed for protection and fertility, not failure.Cortisol and insulin influence where and how fat is stored.Men’s fat metabolism is faster due to muscle mass, testosterone, and less hormonal fluctuation.Safety, nourishment, and stress management are critical for fat release in women.Partnering with your biology is more effective than trying to copy men’s strategies.When have I tried to force fat release instead of supporting my body?Where in my life or body do I feel the most “unsafe” or stressed?What one step can I take this week to signal safety and calm to my nervous system?If this episode resonates, and you’re ready to move past frustration, restriction, and shame…💛 Private Coaching Special:3 private 30-minute sessions for $149 + tax.We’ll uncover what’s keeping your body in “hold mode” and create a personalized strategy for fat release, emotional safety, and metabolic reset.email [email protected] to book your sessionsIf you found value in this episode, please share with a friend, rate, and review. Your body will thank you for listening — and so will someone you love.

In this first episode of our four-part mini-series on releasing fat in midlife, we flip the script on fat. Instead of fighting our bodies, we explore why fat is protective, intelligent, and essential — especially in perimenopause and menopause.You’ll learn:Why fat is not the enemyHow your body uses fat as fuel, insulation, hormone protection & safetyWhy midlife female fat biology is completely different than men’sHow shame, stress, and fear can lock fat in placeWhy loving your fat helps you release itMeet Fiona & Emma, two midlife women navigating fat with very different emotional + physiological responses — and how their mindset and habits shape their results.This episode invites you to soften, understand your biology, and begin working with your body instead of against it.Fat is not passive storage — it’s a dynamic organYour body keeps fat to protect youChronic stress, under-eating, and over-training can increase fat storageSafety = metabolismLove + trust rewires the body faster than forceWhat emotions do I associate with my fat?Where do I feel tension or shame about my body?What would shift if I thanked my fat for protecting me?What safety signals can I send my nervous system today?If this episode spoke to you and you're ready to heal your metabolism, reset your nervous system, and release weight with compassion + science…💛 Join my private coaching special:3 private 30-minute sessions — $149 + taxPersonalized midlife fat-release support based on YOUR biology, lifestyle & nervous system.➡️ email [email protected] to book.Listen on Spotify, Apple and You Tube Please rate, review, and share with a friend who also deserves to feel at home in her midlife body.💡 Key Takeaways🧘‍♀️ Journal Prompts✨ Invitation❤️ If you enjoyed this episode

In this powerful episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, I explore why defensiveness shows up — especially when it comes to changing our health habits. I share the story of two midlife women: one who shuts down when offered suggestions, and another who can recognize her own defensive reactions and choose curiosity instead.You’ll learn:Why defensiveness is a normal nervous system responseHow to recognize your own defensiveness without judgmentWhat’s really underneath the “I already know this” responseHow to use a simple pause practice to move from reactivity to curiosityWhether you’ve ever caught yourself getting bristly at feedback — or you coach others through change — this episode will help you navigate these moments with more compassion, awareness, and confidence. Resources Mentioned:Tanya’s Vibrant Living AcademyFree “Pause Practice” (click here) https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/blog/212 Book a Clarity Call with me [email protected] 🎧 Listen now Spotify, Apple, You Tube  If you want to build muscle, improve your mindset and nutrition- invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

In today’s episode of Menopause Made Easy with Tanya, we explore a powerful shift that can change everything in your midlife & beyond journey — moving from mind-centered living to heart-centered presence.You’ll learn:Why the mind loves repetition and certainty — but often keeps you stuck in stressWhat heart coherence is, and how it supports hormone balance, nervous system health, and emotional clarityHow the HeartMath Institute proves the heart is more than just a pump — it’s a guideA short, science-backed heart coherence practice you can do anytimeWhy your intuition is NOT woo — it’s your body’s wisdomTwo real-life stories of women navigating this journey: one stuck in fear, the other aligned in truthThis episode is an invitation to drop into your body, tune into your heart, and reconnect with your soul's truth.Listen now and discover how to lead with your heart — in midlife and beyond.Resources Mentioned:HeartMath InstituteGuided Heart Coherence Practice Subscribe & Review:Loving the show? Please follow, rate, and leave a review — it helps other women find this healing space. 💛🎧Listen on Spotify and Apple, You Tube If you want to build muscle, improve your mindset and nutrition- invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

Did you know your thoughts create measurable energy fields? In this episode, I explore the fascinating science behind the mind-body connection — from EEGs that measure electrical brain activity to MEGs that detect your magnetic field. You’ll learn how Dr. Bruce Lipton’s Biology of Belief shows your thoughts and emotions directly influence your biology — and how your subconscious programs, running 95% of your day, may be keeping you stuck.I share practical tools to help you rewire old thought patterns, shift your frequency, and start creating new health, energy, and emotional freedom — one conscious belief at a time.In this episode, you’ll learn:✨ What EEG and MEG scans reveal about your brain’s energy field✨ How the Biology of Belief proves your thoughts can change your cells✨ Why 95% of your behavior is subconscious — and how to access that hidden programming✨ Simple tools to rewire your brain and body for health and vitalityMentioned Resources:The Biology of Belief by Dr. Bruce LiptonBreaking the Habit of Being Yourself by Dr. Joe DispenzaThe Divine Matrix by Gregg BradenMolecules of Emotion by Dr. Candace PertTune in to discover:You are not your old stories — you are the consciousness that can rewrite them.🎧 Listen now on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you tune in to Menopause Made Easy with Tanya. If you want to build muscle, improve your mindset and nutrition- invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  My Favourite Products:Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

Did you know your emotions can literally shape your biology? In this episode, I explore fascinating research—shared by Gregg Braden and the HeartMath Institute—showing how emotions like fear and love affect your DNA.You’ll meet Honky Helen, who lives in stress and disbelief, and Open Ophelia, who chooses compassion, love, and peace. You’ll discover how their bodies—and their DNA—respond completely differently.Learn how simple practices like heart-focused breathing and gratitude can help “open” your DNA, boost healing, reduce stress, and invite vitality back into your life.In this episode, you’ll learn:How emotions can tighten or relax your DNA strandsWhat “heart-brain coherence” means and why it mattersThe difference between living in fear vs. living in loveA 3-minute daily practice to calm your nervous system and support healingMentioned in this episode:Research inspired by Gregg Braden and the HeartMath InstituteThe practice of heart-brain coherenceEpigenetics and emotional healthListen now and learn how your thoughts and emotions are instructions to your biology!Spotify, Apple and You Tube If you want to build muscle, improve your mindset and nutrition- invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio   My FAV Products:Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

Welcome to the final episode of our Sugar Mini-Series! Today, we focus on breaking free from sugar’s grip with practical strategies, mindset shifts, and tools to regain control.In this episode, you’ll learn:How to shift your mindset from shame and guilt to awareness and compassionPractical tools to reduce cravings and stabilize blood sugarHow to rewire sugar habits and redesign your environmentWays to enjoy sugar consciously — without trance, shame, or secrecyThis episode is all about freedom, conscious choice, and reclaiming power over sugar so you can enjoy life, celebrations, and treats on your terms.Listen on Spotify, Apple and You TubeResources + Links:30-Day Sugar Detox My book: Cookie Dough in the DarkFollow me on Instagram: @vibrantlivingwithtanyaIf you want to build muscle, improve your mindset and nutrition- invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio  Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWAEmail me: ⁠[email protected] ⁠ Menopause Made Easy Podcast with Tanya:https://open.spotify.com/show/7kxh1LQ7Ol7yuoy576PbkFhttps://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/menopause-made-easy-with-tanya/id1661982133

In this powerful episode, I dive into why self-compassion — not self-esteem or pep talks — is the secret ingredient for sustainable change in midlife. Learn how to shift your inner voice from harsh critic to supportive coach, and hear real-life stories of women who transformed their relationship with food, movement, and mindset using self-compassion. Inspired by the work of clinical psychologist Dr. Diana Hill, this episode offers tools, insights, and a practice you can use today.💡 What You’ll Learn:The difference between self-compassion, self-esteem, and pep talksWhy self-compassion is scientifically backed for behavior changeHow shame holds us back and kindness moves us forwardFive relatable examples of women transforming their habits with compassionA simple self-compassion practice from Dr. Diana Hill to try today📚 Mentioned:I Know I Should Exercise But… by Dr. Diana Hill🎧 Listen now to understand how to become the CEO of your health so that you can THRIVE after 35!!!🎧Listen on Spotify and Apple, You Tube If you want to build muscle, improve your mindset and nutrition- invest in yourself and join The Vibrant Living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio PLEASE share this episode - ladies - we need to lift each other up - we want our besties right with us as we navigate our 50's, 60's 70s and beyond!! 5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Want new movement classes every week plus follow along programs such as:  💙30 Day Roller Challenge  🔥🔥METABOLIC RESET🔥🔥  ⭐Gut & Butt Challenge  🥰Face Lift Series💪Sexy Arms & 🩱ABS Challenge  👣Mobility Matters  🏋️‍♀️Boost Your Bone Health Join us at Vibrant living Academy https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/vibrant-living-studio My Favourite Products: Living Libations for dry brushes and lymph+ tonic THANK YOU for using my affiliate links https://ca.livinglibations.com/?transaction_id=102950a15fb7e770004db178f4ea10  ENERGETIC PEMF Device https://resona.health/vibrant-living Enter Code Vibrant150 at checkout to save $150  Mushroom Tea and Coffee Thank you for shopping at my store https://vibrantlivingwithtanya.myorganogold.com/ca-en/ Upping the quality of our meat and fish - an option for you. I've been using Tru Local for a couple of years now. When you use this coupon   https://trulocal.ca/get-started/promo/TANYA67659 you will get: ⚡$75.00 off their first Mega box, ⚡$60.00 off their first Family box, or ⚡$30.00 off their first Starter box.  Connect with me:5 Hacks to Cut Cravings Freebie!!  https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/5-Hacks-to-Cut-Cravings Vibrant Living Academy - Your ONE STOP for movement + nutrition +mindset https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/ Midlife Reboot   ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.com/midlifereboot ⁠⁠⁠⁠ Instagram: ⁠⁠⁠⁠https://www.instagram.com/vibrantlivingwithtanya/⁠⁠⁠⁠ Facebook: ⁠https://www.facebook.com/tanya.willis.18⁠YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCuRI4yPidiK2SpdGAXffOWA

Sugar isn’t just about chemistry or emotion — it’s woven into our social lives and culture. In this episode of my Sugar Mini-Series, we explore how celebrations, family traditions, holidays, and even marketing make sugar feel unavoidable.You’ll learn:How social events and traditions shape our sugar habitsWhy cultural expectations around sweets can trigger guilt and overconsumptionThe role of marketing and food design in keeping us hookedSimple strategies to navigate social sugar without shame or stressThis episode is about awareness, freedom, and reclaiming control without missing out on connection or joy.Listen on Spotify, Apple & You TubeResources + Links: vibrantlivingwithtanya.com30-Day Sugar Detox My book: Cookie Dough in the DarkFollow me on Instagram: @vibrantlivingwithtanya

Sugar isn’t just about chemistry — it’s about emotion, habit, and sometimes shame. In this episode of my Sugar Mini-Series, I share my personal story (yes, from Cookie Dough in the Dark) about eating in secret, feeling guilty, and getting caught in the shame spiral.You’ll learn:Why sugar becomes comfort and a coping toolHow emotional eating turns into habitual patternsWhy shame keeps us stuck and hiddenSimple strategies to name, claim, and release sugar-related shamePractical steps to break habitual sugar cyclesThis episode is all about self-compassion, awareness, and freedom. You don’t have to hide — and you don’t have to feel out of control.Listen on Spotify, Apple and You Tube Resources + Links:30-Day Sugar Detox - www.vibrantlivingwithtanya.comMy book: Cookie Dough in the DarkFollow me on Instagram: @vibrantlivingwithtanya