Ep 42: Alcohol & Menopause, with Lauren Chiren

86% of women don’t fully understand the impact of perimenopause and menopause. In this fascinating episode, host Anna Donaghey is joined by the inspiring Lauren Chiren, CEO of Women of a Certain Stage, to explore the complex interplay between alcohol and menopause. With a blend of personal anecdotes and eye-opening insights, they unpack how lifestyle choices can profoundly influence the menopausal journey. From hormonal upheavals to healthcare challenges and the essential need for education. Tune in as we explore how a mindful approach to alcohol can make a world of difference to managing menopause and reclaiming your well-being.

Here are the highlights:

1:36 Left career as a senior executive in the financial services industry

03:09 Created a menopause awareness conference that addressed workplace challenges.

06:47 Most women are unaware of menopause's significant impact.

13:02 Endocrinologists may lack menopause-specific training.

15:08 Misdiagnosed menopause led to unnecessary antidepressants.

18:15 Alcohol is often seen as good for stress relief despite menopause. 

24:33 Focus on hydration, reduce alcohol, and eat natural foods.

33:21 Experiment with drinking less and taking breaks.

39:39 Find joy in movement; prioritise strength and flexibility.

43:46 Joy comes from interaction, freedom, community, and movement.

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About the host Anna:

Anna is a certified Alcohol Mindset Coach, trained by Annie Grace of This Naked Mind. Drawing on her own journey out of alcohol addiction, she now helps others explore and control their drinking. With a career spanning 25 years as a Strategist in the Advertising industry, she combines her own lived experiences, with great insight into what makes us tick and what influences us to behave the way we do.

Connect with Anna:

Website: thebeliefscoach.com

LinkedIn: linkedin.com/in/annadonaghey

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About Lauren Chiren:

Lauren is an entrepreneur, passionate about supporting people to successfully navigate menopause. She provides evidence to the UK Parliament, sits on the BSI committee that created the landmark Standard on Menstruation, menstrual health and menopause, is a regular commentator in the media and is an award winning global motivational speaker, trainer & coach on executive women's wellbeing. 

She left her senior role in financial services, in her early 40's believing that she was suffering from early-onset dementia. Imagine her surprise when her doctor informed her she had 'just' been through menopause?! Today she educates employers on why being menopause supportive is business savvy and supports high performing people to navigate the changes and challenges of all things hormonal, from monthly cycles to menopause. As a trusted expert, Lauren has helped thousands of executives, celebrities and athletes globally. She is qualified in psychology, mental health, nutrition, coaching, personal training and soon to be a yoga teacher too! Lauren shares her knowledge and stimulates the debate on what being well means, at all stages of life, with insightful directness, commercial pragmatism and absolute passion for ensuring optimum wellbeing and resilience. Her goal is to ensure no-one is ever held back because of their biology.

Connect with Lauren:

Website: https://www.womenofacertainstage.com/

Twitter/X: https://x.com/LaurenChiren

Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/laurenchiren/

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/themenopausecoach/

Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/WomenOfACertainStage

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