The TFT Blog

So, you've tried every diet and exercise regimen under the sun to no avail, or the thought of having to count calories, add more movement or DO one more thing, pushes you over the edge. AND, your friend Kim looks fabulous at the holiday party and tells you its the result of fill-in-the blank Glucagon like peptide-1 (GLP-1) Should you try it? That depends... What you can expect when taking a GLP-1? For starters, no two humans have the exact same reaction to anything so this is just my non-medical opinion based on my experience. In order to be prescribed...

The journey through menopause is often depicted through the lens of physical symptoms - hot flashes, night sweats, and weight changes. However, the mental health aspects of this transition deserve equal attention. Many women's menopause journeys start with mental health changes before moving onto more physical symptoms, and are chalked up to aging, overwork, marital problems, and family challenges. In a recent conversation with renowned marriage and family therapist Esther Boykin, we uncovered crucial insights about mental wellness during menopause that every woman should know. 1. Depression and Anxiety Are Normal - Really Normal Let's start with a surprising statistic:...

Introduction Despite everyone from Naomi Watts and Halle Berry to Drew Barrymore and Oprah shouting from the proverbial rooftops about the menopausal transition, the conversation is still largely taboo in the workplace. In August, Bonafide Health released their annual "State of Menopause Report" which showed that 75% of women are not getting appropriate support in the workplace. According to that same report "48% of women believe menopausal women are seen as less productive or emotionally stable in the workplace," and, "career aspirations are also being affected, with 42% of women saying their symptoms have impacted their ambition." These figures clearly explain...

On Saturday, I had the privilege of discussing how to find joy and pleasure during menopause with somatic healer, couples coach, and sexpert, Juliette Karaman-van Schaardenburg. The menopausal transition, often accompanied by debilitating physical symptoms, is frequently portrayed as a challenging life cycle. It is no wonder that so many women cringe at the term, and experience anxiety about "the transition." To these women, I have a message. I see you. You are not alone. And, you may just want to listen to my full conversation with Juliette, who explains this time as one of self-discovery, healing, and renewed pleasure....