Embracing Transition: Thriving Through Menopause with Dana Lawson

Still Talking Black

Imagine entering a new phase of life, one marked by hormonal change, transition, and growth, yet feeling completely unprepared to navigate the journey. This was the reality for Dana Lawson, a certified health coach, who faced her menopausal transition head-on. Dana joined us to share her personal experiences and insights, shedding light on the often misunderstood subject of menopause and its effects on women's bodies, with special emphasis on women of color.
Navigating menopause need not feel like wading through a dense fog. With the right knowledge, support, and resources, it can be a journey of self-discovery and empowerment. For the men in our audience, this episode provides invaluable insights on how you can support your female family members through this significant life transition.
Diving deeper into the episode, Dana emphasizes the significance of holistic care, touching on essential aspects such as nutrition, stress management, exercise, and quality sleep. This episode is not just about managing menopause - it's about thriving through it. Listen in to access Dana's wealth of knowledge and resources, empowering yourself or the women in your life to navigate this major life stage with grace and confidence.
About Dana Lawson:
Dana Lawson is a Certified Health Coach and Menopause Expert. She spent 15 years in the health and wellness industry and understood the importance of maintaining optimal health. However, when she reached menopause at age 51, she was faced with crushing fatigue, debilitating hot flashes, lack of sleep, weight gain, and depression. She tried everything she knew and activities that had worked for her in the past. This time, however, nothing seemed to work. Dana used the feelings of confusion and frustration to inspire her to seek answers for herself. But she didn't stop there. Dana sought mentorship from a Menopause Expert and Certified Hormone Specialist in Canada. Dana's mission is to help all women especially women of color, to understand what's happening to their hormones during the menopause transition and why. She then teaches them how to get rid of symptoms and improve overall health with high-quality nutrition, prioritizing sleep, stress management, and intentional exercise. Dana also helps these women create mindset shifts in order to develop a positive relationship with their bodies so that they can confidently embrace midlife and be the happiest, healthiest version of themselves during the menopausal transition and beyond.

Her Training and Certifications:
Certified Health Coach
Mentorship with a Certified Hormone Specialist
Dietary Supplement Specialist
Advanced Nutrition for Health Coaches
In Training for Menopause Doula Certification
You can find her here:
Website: www.alignandshinenow.com
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/alignandshinenow/
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/alignandshinenow
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Free Resource: The "Skinny" On Menopause

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Chapters

1. Understanding Menopause and Health Coaching (00:00:00)

2. Understanding Menopause and Its Effects (00:17:10)

3. Empowering Women in Menopause (00:25:38)

4. Understanding Hormonal Imbalances and Hysterectomy Options (00:37:07)

5. Perimenopause and Menopause Coaching Resources (00:52:26)

6. Find "Still Talking Black" Episodes (00:57:43)