Resources
Below is a list of resources that I have accumulated either through personal experience or in connection with an episode of the podcast. I have done my best to only include links to people, places and things that I have either direct knowledge of/with or that I have been given by someone I trust.
This list is not exhaustive nor is it the end all be all. It is just one place to start. Please do your own research, trust your own intuition, and vet anyone on this list for yourself.
And, if you have a resource to share or a story to tell, please drop me a line.
WOMEN’S PHYSICAL HEALTH & WELLNESS
MENOPAUSE/PERIMENOPAUSE
THE (M) FACTOR – Shredding the Silence on Menopause (This documentary film (first aired on PBS in October 2024) is a great place to start for both some history to how we got here, where things stand now and where we want to go in helping women navigate menopause).
Strength Training Builds More Than Muscles
Mayo Clinic - Osteoporosis (Overview)
Society for Women’s Health Research
What You Should Use To Treat Vaginal Dryness (This just one resource. Ask your doctor for more information including inserts such as VagiFem and YuvaFem that can help. Both of those require a prescription and either should be covered by most insurance prescription drug plans. Coverage and costs will vary depending on insurance and pharmacy so confirm with your doctor or pharmacist).
Perimenopause - Symptoms and causes - Mayo Clinic
Menopause Symptom Checklist - National Menopause Foundation
Mandi Dixon's Instagram - a MUST FOLLOW for anyone entering into/going through perimenopause/menopause and struggling with ADHD
Mandi Dixon's AWESOME Guidebook for navigating ADHD, Perimenopause, Menopause, and so much more!
EXERCISE/MOVEMENT
Coach Linda Sue: Personal Trainer (virtual from anywhere) and Reiki Master (her personal training is not listed on her Linktr.ee and you can reach out to her to discuss; reiki sessions can also be done virtually)
Mandy Loy: Buff Bones Certified Instructor (focus on bone health), Meridian Yoga Instructor and Certified Personal Trainer. You can also reach out to her by email: MandyLoyYoga at Gmail.com
MENTAL/EMOTIONAL HEALTH
SOMATIC PRACTITIONERS
If you want to get into your body, heal old wounds and transform from the inside out, working with a somatic practitioner is a great place to start. Here is a list of practitioners that I know personally and can recommend to you.
Embody Your Revolution with Melissa Kaplan: Remember. Relearn. Reclaim.
Beth Jones: Somatic practitioner offering embodied individual and couples work focused on emotional truth, connection, and aliveness; click here for couple work.
Messwork with Cri Gabriele: Transforming wounding into authenticity for creatives and supporting alternative health practitioners in realizing sustainable, value-driven practices through embodiment, creativity—utilising mess as a catalyst for growth. Also visit on IG: @messwork and for practice building: @messworkpracticebuilding
Philip Meeker: An alternative to talk therapy—create the change you want.
Becca Tillinghast: Connect with her via Instagram: @beccatillinghast
Claire Cassidy: Somatic practitioner extraordinaire, especially if you are in a leadership role within your organization. By referral. Message me to get connected.
TANTRA AND SACRED SEXUALITY
These are links I received from my podcast guest Kristen aka Sofia Dragon. It is by no means exhaustive. Many of the somatic practitioners listed above can work with you on sexuality, and these links are in addition.
Sofia Dragon (on the web) and on Instagram: @SofiaDragonArts
SacredEros.com - Global Directory of Tantra and Sacred Sexuality Professionals
John Wineland (Embodiment, Sacred Intimacy, and Life Purpose) on Instagram: @john_wineland
Carnival DNGN (in Colorado): Events
Kimi Inch (pro dominatrix and conscious kink) on Instagram: @kimiinch
CODEPENDENCE/ADDICTION
If you are affected by someone else’s alcoholism, you can visit:
Al-Anon & Alateen and/or ACA (Adult Children of Alcoholics & Dysfunctional Families) for more information, and where to find a meeting in your local community,
If you affected by someone else’s gambling, you can visit: Gam-Anon
And if you are struggling with alcoholism or gambling addiction, there is help available for you:
DOMESTIC VIOLENCE/SEXUAL ASSAULT
If you are in an (emotionally, physically, sexually, financially, spiritually) abusive situation, please know: you are not alone. For help, reach out to:
National Domestic Violence Hotline. They are available 24/7 by phone, text or chat.
And to learn ways to get in involved in ending domestic and sexual violence, reach out to NO MORE.
FEELING SUICIDAL?
Call, Any time, day or night, 24/7—Dial: 988
“At the 988 Suicide & Crisis Lifeline, we understand that life’s challenges can sometimes be difficult. Whether you’re facing mental health struggles, emotional distress, alcohol or drug use concerns, or just need someone to talk to, our caring counselors are here for you. You are not alone.”
Or go to: 988 Lifeline (use link for ways to connect by chat, email, text or phone, and other resources)
NAMI Helpline (use link for ways to connect by chat, email, text or phone for mental health resources)
1-800-950-NAMI (6264)
“The NAMI HelpLine is a free, confidential nationwide service that provides one-on-one emotional support, mental health information and resources needed to tackle tough challenges that you, your family or friends are facing. Or, you can look through our self-help online resources below to find your answers.”
LOST SOMEONE TO SUICIDE?
American Foundation for Suicide Prevention (if you are a loss survivor, use this link to connect to support)
“You are not alone. Suicide affects millions each year, and thanks to our donors and volunteers—many of whom are loss survivors themselves—we can provide these resources to help you heal. AFSP offers many programs and resources to support loss survivors. Additional external resources can be found by visiting our Suicide loss resources page.”