01/09/2025
đ¨ LAST CHANCE! Starts TOMORROW! đ¨
Feeling like your bodyâs betraying you? Youâre not alone.
Are you:
đŤ Struggling with stubborn belly fat that appeared overnight
đ´ Battling extreme fatigue despite decent sleep
đĽ Dealing with random hot flashes that disrupt your day
đ¤ Frustrated that nothing seems to work anymore
đ Missing your old energy and confidence
Sound familiar? Perimenopause doesnât have to be a struggle!
Join me TOMORROW for The Midlife Metabolism Reset: Your Guide to Hormone Harmony - a game-changing 3-day masterclass where youâll discover:
⨠Why youâre feeling âoffâ even when tests say youâre ânormalâ
⨠The REAL reason you canât lose weight (hint: itâs not lack of willpower!)
⨠How to finally fix your metabolic resistance
⨠The secret to reclaiming your energy and confidence
⨠Why traditional approaches fail women over 40
đ Youâll Get:
⢠LIFETIME access to all session recordings
⢠Comprehensive worksheets to guide your journey
⢠Access to our exclusive Facebook community
⢠Science-based solutions specifically for women over 40
Investment: $111
This is your moment to take control of your hormones and reclaim your vitality! Donât let another day of feeling âoffâ pass you by.
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Your body isnât broken - it just needs the right support. Let me show you how!
12/07/2024
ââMost women are operating at 10% of their pleasure potential.â - Susan Bratton
Ready to unlock what your body is truly capable of? đĽ
After researching thousands of womenâs intimate experiences, intimacy expert Susan Bratton reveals:
⢠The biggest myth keeping you from mind-blowing pleasure
⢠Why everything you learned about female arousal is wrong
⢠The ancient practice thatâs transforming womenâs relationships with their bodies
⢠What most doctors wonât tell you about your pleasure potential
đ§ Ready to experience what youâve been missing? This episode of The Empowered Feminine Podcast takes you beyond the basics and into a whole new world of possibility.
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12/02/2024
âDo you get tired of doing all the things?â
I get asked this all the time...
Do I get tired of: ⢠Going to bed and waking up at the same time? ⢠Working out 5 days a week? ⢠Walking every single day?
The truth? I donât get tired because these arenât just tasks on my to-do list - they form the very foundation of who I am. đŤ
Hereâs what most people miss: Weâre either moving forward with purpose or weâre stagnating. Our health is never just âstaying the same.â As we age, our bodies are naturally breaking down.
I do this for my girls. đ§đ§ To show them whatâs possible. To be the example they need. To stay active and healthy so I can make precious memories with them for years to come.
Because our children donât listen to what we say - they watch what we DO. Every time I choose movement, every time I prioritize sleep, every time I nourish my body... Iâm showing them how to love themselves. â¤ď¸
I also do this for my 80-year-old self - the woman who wants to: ⢠Play with her grandchildren ⢠Live independently ⢠Travel the world ⢠Stay active and vibrant.
Daily movement, consistent sleep, proper nutrition - these arenât burdens. Theyâre GIFTS I donât take for granted. đ
The mindset shift that changes everything: Stop doing things just to get results. Start doing them because theyâre part of who you want to BE. đĽ
This is what I teach in my 6-month transformation program for women 40+. Itâs time to: ⢠Give up the diets ⢠Work on who youâre BEING ⢠Get your hormones & gut health tested⢠Deepen your relationship with yourself ⢠Build sustainable nutrition knowledge.
Because without your health, none of your dreams are possible. â¨
Struggling with midlife health?
Ready to: ⢠Feel lit up ⢠Find your purpose ⢠Take real action
Drop âGUIDEâ in the comments for my hormone balancing guide! This is the first step to creating a foundation of vibrant health, because you canât balance any hormone without addressing blood sugar!đ
09/20/2024
â¨Why Iâm starting bio-identical hormone therapyâbefore menopause even hits.â¨
Letâs get real for a minute. Iâm fully committed to doing everything I can to support my healthâand yes, that includes looking and feeling incredible at every age. đââď¸ Prevention is my philosophy. Whether itâs through balanced nutrition, managing stress, getting quality sleep, or staying active, I believe in being proactive with my well-being, because waiting until thereâs a problem? Thatâs not my style.
A huge part of my drive comes from watching my own mother suffer with metabolic disease that has caused vascular dementia. And hereâs the thingâsheâs not overweight. This isnât just about weight; itâs about overall health, and seeing her struggle has fueled my passion for educating women on how to maintain their health as they age.
The truth is, long before menopause, your hormones are quietly impacting nearly every major organ in your bodyâyour brain, bones, heart, muscles, and yes, even your va**na. đ
Womenâs health often takes a hit after menopause, with increased insulin resistance, inflammation, higher risks of diabetes, and unsettling changes in blood work like high cholesterol and elevated A1C levels.
And while sleep, nutrition, stress management, and exercise are the foundation, they canât prevent the inevitable decline in s*x hormones. Thatâs why Iâm taking it one step further with bio-identical hormone therapyâto protect my health, age with grace, and letâs be honest, keep looking fabulous as the years go by. đ
For me, being proactive isnât just about fixing issues after they appearâitâs about thriving and staying ahead of the game. Iâm here to feel strong, stay sharp, and continue living in a body I love at every stage.
Follow along as I share my journey! Have questions or thoughts about hormone therapy? Drop a comment or send me a DM!
And donât forget to check out âs newly published book, *The Great Menopause Myth*âitâs a must-read for every woman who wants to take charge of her health and aging process.
09/05/2024
Myth-Busting Midlife: Perimenopause, Menopause, and Beyond with Kristin Johnson & Maria Claps
In this episode of The Empowered Feminine Podcast, Ciara speaks with Kristin Johnson and Maria Claps, the brilliant minds behind âThe Great Menopause Myth.â Backed by the latest research, their book offers a new, holistic approach to staying healthy and happy through menopause. They join us to spill the tea on everything you need to know about this transformative phase of life.
Key Takeaways
The personal journeys that led Maria and Kristen to become menopause experts and advocates
Common misconceptions about hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and its benefits beyond symptom management
The importance of taking a preventative, long-term view of health during menopause
Why cycling progesterone can be beneficial, even after menopause
How to find the right practitioner and advocate for yourself
The link between menopause and increased risk for conditions like diabetes and osteoporosis
Why strength training is crucial, especially when combined with HRT
The need to look beyond just managing symptoms and focus on overall health and vitality
Kristin and Maria are passionate about helping you see menopause as an opportunity to level up your health game. Theyâll teach you to advocate for yourself and make informed decisions thatâll have you feeling fabulous well into your golden years.
Get ready to flip the script on menopause and embrace this phase of life with open arms!
Comment âMythsâ and we will send you the link!
08/06/2024
I just turned 48, so Iâm right with you in the throws of perimenopause which is 8-10 years before menopause and can start in your thirties!
The only difference between you and I is that I have a ton of tools in my tool belt that Iâve developed over the last 18 years as a Womanâs health professional. Yes, Iâve been supporting women that long to understand and balance their hormones naturally.
I want to help give you your power back! First, can we agree that you donât know what you donât know? Maybe your body isnât broken, its just changing and you need to get curious about your body and what sheâs going through instead of blaming her.
Join me, for an exclusive live FREE masterclass where youâll discover the top three things sabotaging your fat loss efforts and preventing you from feeling your best in your 40s and beyond!
In this masterclass, you will:
1. Learn why simply eating less (drastic restriction and IF-see the last slide) and exercising more isnât the magic equation and can actually increase blood sugar, inflammation and fat storage.
2. Understand why visceral fat aka belly fat and inflammation increases in your 40s and learn proactive measures to prevent and reverse it.
3. Learn why eating low carb for too long or at the wrong time of day can contribute to high cortisol levels and poor sleep.
4. Learn how hormonal changes in perimenopause increase cortisol and how you can effectively manage it with lifestyle and nutrition.
5. Find out how fluctuating levels of estrogen impact insulin sensitivity, making fat loss harder.
6. And of course, learn techniques to handle appetite shifts and cravings from hormonal changes and maintain control over your dietâŚ.because consistency is the secret sauce!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, August 17th at 7 AM PT / 10 AM ET. This is a FREE masterclass you donât want to miss!
Comment âworkshopâ đ to sign up now and take the first step towards a healthier, more empowered you!
07/12/2024
Embracing Transformation at 48:
A Journey of Strength, Independence, and Community!
In this episode of The Empowered Feminine Podcast, Ciara opens up about her journey through her 48th year, sharing deeply personal experiences that have shaped her life.
She discusses significant changes and emphasizes the importance of physical and emotional strength.
She also touches on her early struggles with an eating disorder 25 years ago and the pressures of being independent from a young age, and how these experiences have fueled her transformation.
By turning pain and challenges into strength and success, Ciara highlights the power of reparenting herself and the impact of a supportive community.
Key Takeaways
Getting Stronger: She emphasizes the importance of physical and emotional strength, sharing how working out and self-acceptance have been crucial in her journey.
Reparenting: Ciara explores the concept of reparenting oneself in terms of health and self-respect as a vital step towards empowerment.
Overcoming Challenges: She opens up about her struggles with independence and how these challenges have shaped her strength today.
The Power of Community: Ciara highlights the importance of surrounding oneself with supportive, like-minded individuals and how a strong community impacts personal growth.
Mindset and Healing: She discusses the role of mindset in overcoming past traumas, achieving personal growth, and navigating perimenopause.
07/05/2024
The photo on the left was taken the morning of my 40th Birthday.
Socially there is a lot of fear surrounding women as they move into their 40âs. I felt that, for sure.
This was not meant to be a âbeforeâ picture. This was a 40 year old Nutritionist and Mom of two who was proud of her body, health and fitness level.
I hadnât done any âdietâ or excessive training to get there. I simply focused on health. I know better than to put a ton of pressure on myself to achieve a goal by a certain date. For me that always led to a self-sabotage spiral.
Right after taking this picture I went to the dock to journal. It was there I decided my goal was âto get stronger every yearâ.
There was no specifics, no end date, no plan, just a commitment to myself and my health to continue to up-level what I was currently doing.
This is what focusing on whole food nutrition, balancing blood sugar at every meal, being committed to sleep and recovery and challenging myself to always lift heavier looks like.
Consistency and a commitment to a lifetime of health and vitality.
My weight is 113 pounds in both pictures!!
If I had the mindset that eating healthy was only âworth itâ if it yielded short term results based on a scale like so many people do, would I have continued?
Probably not, as it seems thatâs why so many people âgive upâ.
There is nothing about eating âhealthyâ that doesnât work. No matter the outcome you are always, every single day with every choice, building a healthier, stronger body.
You get to have goals, you get to want to improve and get stronger and yes even lose weight..but please look deeper at the same time at what health actually does for you.
Healthy eating and listening to your body is a life long commitment. So who cares how long it takes, keep looking back to see how far youâve come and learn to enjoy the journey.
Signed the proud 48 year old women whoâs still getting stronger and loving the journey.
If youâre ready to commit to your health and transform not only your body but your health and your mindset, comment âYesâ below and apply for my August group transformation program.
06/16/2024
Hey, gorgeous! In this episode of The Empowered Feminine Podcast, I dive deep into the impact our internal narratives have on our lives.
We all have stories we tell ourselves about our capabilities, limitations, and futures, but did you know these stories shape our actions and outcomes? I share how the power of the mind dictates our lifeâs path and offer practical advice on questioning and revising our ingrained beliefs.
Through personal anecdotes, I illustrate the transformative impact of adopting a more intentional and positive mindset. I encourage you to break free from limiting beliefs and embrace a life full of possibilities and empowerment. đŞâ¨
Key Points:
- Introduction to the theme: the stories we tell ourselves.
- The impact of self-narrative on our actions and potential.
- How small daily habits can lead to significant health and lifestyle changes.
- The role of consistent self-reflection and journaling in personal growth.
- How our environment and community influence our self-perception and behaviors.
- The importance of questioning and revising our internal dialogues to enhance our lifeâs trajectory.
06/04/2024
This podcast episode is one that I thought about deleting. I hadnât posted an episode in two weeks and when I sat down to do this one I wasnât sure that I had got my point across.
Yes, even after three years of podcasting, I still sometimes have self-doubt creep in.
I pushed that aside and gave it to my team to publish anyway.
Iâm glad I did, Iâve received a lot of positive feedback on this one. Itâs real, itâs vulnerable and itâs a glimpse into how I prioritize whatâs really important to me and allow myself to pivot.
1. Taking a Break to Reassess:
 Sometimes, you need to hit pause to figure out whatâs really important. I took this time to listen to my heart and mind, letting go of commitments that no longer align with my vision.
2. The Power of Clarity:
 During my break, I gained so much clarity. It became clear that saying yes to one thing often means saying no to something else. When you know whatâs important, letting go becomes easier.
3. Quitting the Half Marathon:
 I made the tough decision to quit training for a half marathon. It wasnât easy, but I realized it wasnât serving my overall goals and well-being. This decision freed up my energy for what truly matters.
4. Lessons from âQuitâ by Annie Duke:
 Have you ever read âQuitâ by Annie Duke? Itâs a game-changer. She talks about the power of walking away. Itâs not about quitting but strategically letting go to make room for what really matters.
5. Navigating Transitions:
 Life is full of changes, especially for us women in midlife. By prioritizing whatâs important, you can navigate these transitions with grace and confidence.
6. Hormonal Health and Wellness:
 Letâs not forget about our health. Hormonal changes during perimenopause are real. Iâve got some tips on managing your hormonal health through nutrition and self-care.
âLetting go of what no longer serves you isnât a loss; itâs a powerful step toward clarity and fulfillment.â- Ciara Foy
Comment: âQuitâ and Iâll DM you the link!
05/17/2024
If youâre struggling with your weight, I promise you, that prioritizing sleep is what you need to dial in!
Sleep is something we often push aside when life gets hectic. While you may have been able to âget byâ in your 20s and 30s that comes to a screeching stop in your 40s!
Quality sleep is one of the most powerful tools we have to support our body composition during perimenopause! Hereâs why:
1. Insulin Sensitivity- Sleep helps regulate insulin, the hormone that controls our blood sugar levels. Lack of sleep can lead to insulin resistance, making it harder to manage weight and cravings. Getting enough sleep keeps your insulin levels steady, helping you lose weight.
2. Cortisol Balance- Ever felt stressed and noticed itâs harder to stay calm? Thatâs cortisol at work. High levels of cortisol from poor sleep can lead to weight gain, especially around the midsection. Forget the gimmicky âjuiceâ! By prioritizing sleep, you help keep cortisol in check, reducing stress and its effects on your body.
3. Melatonin Magic- Melatonin isnât just vital for a good nightâs sleep; it also has protective properties against insulin resistance and weight gain. As we age, our natural melatonin decreases, so maximizing its production through better sleep routines is important.
4. Boosting Human Growth Hormone (HGH)- Sleep is a primary driver of HGH, which helps maintain, build, and repair healthy tissue. This hormone is crucial for a healthy metabolism and helps burn fat and build muscle. Deep sleep phases are when HGH peaks, so getting in those hours is key for optimal body composition.
Making sleep a non-negotiable part of your life isnât just about feeling rested. Itâs about giving your body the support it needs to thrive during perimenopause. From stabilizing your mood to sculpting your physique, sleep does it all.
If you want to learn more about how you can control your blood sugar to help you lose weight, manage cortisol, sleep better, ditch brain fog and have more energyâŚ
Comment âSLEEPâ to attend my LIVE free workshop tomorrow âSleep Mastery for Hormone Balance & Weight Lossâ!
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