I was thinking about you all this morning. I know how lonely 3:00 AM can feel when you are exhausted but awake ~ throwing the covers off one minute because you’re roasting, and pulling them back on the next because you’re freezing. If you woke up feeling drained today, I want to remind you of one thing: You aren’t "bad" at sleeping. You aren’t doing it wrong. Your internal thermostat (the hypothalamus) is just misfiring a bit right now. It thinks you’re overheating when you aren't, so it triggers a "flush" to cool you down, and that is what wakes you up. I don't want you to just "live with it." I recently uploaded my full Sleep Rescue Protocol into the Classroom for you. It includes the specific fabrics, evening routines, and cool-down tricks to help dampen that signal so you can actually stay asleep. 📍 Where to find it: 1. Go to the Classroom tab. 2. Click on the "Menopause Symptom Guide Card". 3. Look for the Sleep Module. (I even pinned a video at the top of the community showing you exactly how to navigate there if you get stuck!) Question for you: On a scale of 1-10, how was your sleep last night? (1 = I stared at the ceiling all night, 10 = I slept like a rock). Drop your number below. 👇

Taking on so many subjects (no one wants to say out loud) Just realizing HOW MANY MEMBERS IN THIS COMMUNITY are "LURKING*" AKA "Elegant Lurking" AND ITS OKAY! AND @REBECCA KNOWS, ALLOWS IT, and WELCOMES IT! Let's remember that! This community has a special "growth" "behind the scenes" REALITY TO IT! --------------------------------------------------- "Lurking" can refer to a sinister "hiding and waiting" in a physical or metaphorical sense, such as a predator or a threat, ...but in online contexts, it often refers to observing a community or discussion without participating. The latter can be a positive or neutral activity for learning and gaining perspective, often called "elegant lurking".

I want to share an exciting update about the future of this community. When I started this space, my goal was simple: to create a place where midlife women could find answers without the noise, the ads, and the dismissal we face everywhere else. But over time, I realized something important. True transformation happens in a container of commitment. Free groups are great for "scrolling," but they often lack the safety and intention needed for the deep work we do here. I want this to be more than just a social feed. I want it to be a Sanctuary and a Toolkit. So, we are evolving. This group is officially becoming the Menopause Clarity Circle. Moving forward, membership for new members will be $10/month. Why the change? 1. To Build a Resource Vault: Your membership now includes access to a growing library of my wellness guides, including The Gentle Reset and the Intimacy & Connection Kit (coming later today). It’s not just a chat room; it’s a library of solutions. 2. To Protect the Vibe: A small fee ensures that every woman here is invested, serious, and ready to support one another. It keeps the quality high and the space safe. 3. To Filter Out the Noise: We are building a circle of women who are truly rising, not just watching. Now, for the best news: If you are reading this, you are a Founding Member. Because you were here from the beginning, you are grandfathered in. You will keep your access to the community and the new resources without the monthly fee, for as long as you remain a member. Thank you for being the foundation of this circle. I am honored to build this with you. Now... let’s get back to clarity. With love and grit, Rebecca RN & Midlife Guide

Part III of the Blog: The Midlife Woman's Guide to Overcoming Medical Dismissal and Reclaiming Your Health, Part III: The True Cost of Being Ignored is live! You can find it in the "CLASSROOM" tab in this community, and on my website www.12steps2radiance.com under Blog. When a woman’s menopausal symptoms are dismissed, the impact runs so much deeper than one bad doctor’s visit. 💔 Her health suffers. Declining estrogen affects the heart, bones, brain, and even sexual wellness ~ yet these warning signs are too often brushed aside. 🧠 Her confidence and career suffer.The “menopause penalty” costs billions in lost productivity each year. But the real cost? Women doubting their intuition and disappearing from their own lives. ✨ It’s time to change the story. Next week - don't miss the final piece: Part IV: The Self-Advocacy Playbook: Becoming the CEO of Your Health (with checklists + a doctor script!) 💛 Ready to be supported, not dismissed? Join The Radiance Circle Group Coaching ~ starts October 29 where we are going to get ready for the three back to back holidays with grounding practices, breathing techniques and calming tools to help you stay steady and ready to stand strong into 2026. 👉 https://www.12steps2radiance.com/the-radiance-circle-order-funnel Let me know what you would like to see here to help you prepare for this very busy season ahead of us. Comment below ~

Hello beautiful people ! I'm am a survivor of a stage 4 autoimmune disease who reversed the biological clock and reclaimed my health. Menopause is something i have dealt with for at least 10 years. I'm looking forward to learn as much as possible here, and to share my insights and experiences about natural health and wellness. We have the power to claim our own health / freedom.