Last week, we uncovered the truth about the "Menopause Metabolic Code" ~ and why your metabolism has slowed to a crawl (it's not your fault!). This week, we start building it back up. If your muscle is your "metabolic engine," then the nutrient in this week's blog post is the high-octane fuel. This blog is Part 2 of "Reversing the Midlife Metabolic Shift." We are talking about Protein and Insulin Resistance, and why your needs are higher now than ever before. If you're "too exhausted to work out" or frustrated by cravings, this post is for you. In this new post, you will discover: - The exact daily protein target you should be aiming for (it's higher than you think). - The "30-Gram Anabolic Signal": Why when you eat protein is just as important as how much. - The "Fiber Fix": Your secret weapon for stabilizing blood sugar and taming cravings. - A caution on Intermittent Fasting and why it can backfire if you're already stressed. This is the key to building your metabolic engine and feeling strong again. Read it here: https://www.12steps2radiance.com/blog/reversing-the-midlife-metabolic-shift-2 Post your questions! Let's get those answered.

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. 👇

New Blog Alert! Hope everyone is gearing up for a beautiful holiday season! In this weeks blog, learn The Foundational Fix for Metabolic Safety, Action 1: How to Prioritize Cortisol Control and Action 2: Reverse the Metabolic Adaptation - How? Stop restricting calories aggressively. If your metabolism is slow, you need to eat more, not less. That may not sound intuitive...come read more.. Reversing the Midlife Metabolic Shift Part I: The Menopause Metabolic Code: Why Restriction Makes You Gain (And the 2 Things to Fix First) https://www.12steps2radiance.com/blog/reversing-the-midlife-metabolic-shift-1

You love your family. You are grateful. But by 4:00 PM on Thursday, you might find yourself fighting back tears, sweating through your sweater, or feeling a sudden, intense urge to snap at someone you love. And then comes the shame. "Why am I being so difficult? Why can’t I just enjoy this?" I want you to stop that thought track right now. You aren't a "Grinch." You are navigating a biological sensitivity that no one warned you about. In midlife, our "buffer" against stress and sugar shrinks. - The Sugar/Wine Spike: That second glass of wine or slice of pie spikes your blood sugar. - The Crash: When it drops 2 hours later, your body releases cortisol and adrenaline to stabilize you. - The Result: That surge of adrenaline feels like anxiety, irritability, and hot flashes. You aren't "moody." You are riding a chemical rollercoaster. Here is your "Holiday Survival Protocol" to keep your calm: 1. The Protein Anchor. Do not fast before the big meal to "save calories." That guarantees a crash (and a mood swing). Eat a high-protein breakfast (eggs, greek yogurt, or a shake). Protein creates a safety buffer for your blood sugar. 2. The "Bathroom Break" Reset. When the noise gets too loud or the questions get too intrusive, excuse yourself to the restroom. Do the 90-Second Reset we teach in the Gentle Reset: - Hand on heart, hand on belly. - Inhale for 4, Exhale for 8. - Tell your nervous system: "I am safe."This manually turns off the "fight or flight" response so you can walk back out feeling grounded. 3. Permission to Pause. You do not have to do the dishes immediately. You do not have to stay up late if you are exhausted. Prioritize your sleep this week - it is the only way to clear the cortisol from your system. Enjoy the pie. Enjoy the people. But most importantly, protect your peace. You’ve got this. 💛 Rebecca

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".