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A giant teddy bear of a golden doodle and a 4 a.m. cuddle sparked a conversation about what it really means to live with presence. We follow that thread from a messy, sweet living room moment into the deeper work of choosing curiosity and intimacy with ourselves—on the mat, in your breath, and in the small decisions that shape your relationships. Along the way, we explore how the brain leans on prediction, why presence takes energy, and how autopilot can dull your connection unless you consciously return to the here and now.

You’ll hear a grounded, practical take on mindfulness as lived peace, not a concept. We talk about noticing personal “tells” like hovering tears, quick irritability, or the urge to numb—signals that it’s time to tune in.

From there, we offer gentle practices you can try today: hand-to-heart breathing, a page of honest journaling, restorative shapes that let the floor hold you, and simple chanting to reorient the nervous system. Fear is welcomed as part of your sacred range; when acknowledged, it gives information instead of running the show.

We also open a window into The Nourished Woman method and why somatic yoga therapy supports high-functioning, heart-led women who carry so much for others. Intimacy with self expands intimacy with partners, kids, friends, and even the land you live on.

By the end, you’ll feel invited to see with fresh eyes, soften the edges of anxiety, and choose a kinder pace that lets love move through your day.

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What if midlife wasn’t the beginning of decline, but the start of your most powerful, connected chapter yet? In this episode, I sit down with menopause and midlife health coach Bonnie Papajohn to talk honestly about what’s really happening in your body—and how to work with it, not against it.

We cover the full picture of perimenopause and menopause: hormonal shifts, brain fog, fatigue, changing metabolism, and the stress that makes it all harder.

Bonnie shares her own midlife reset—surgical menopause, separation, burnout—and how she rebuilt her energy and confidence through gentle, sustainable changes: mindful eating, simple meals, and somatic practices that calm the nervous system fast. We dig into why the diets and workouts that worked at 35 don’t always serve at 50, how to reduce inflammation, balance blood sugar, and build steadier energy without extremes.

If you’re craving clearer thinking, deeper rest, and a kinder relationship with your changing body, this episode will remind you that midlife isn’t the end—it’s a recalibration.

About Bonnie

Bonnie Papajohn is the founder of Dahlia Health & Nutrition Coaching and a certified health, nutrition, and menopause specialist with over 15 years in the wellness industry. After navigating her own midlife transformation, she now supports women in feeling strong, confident, and in control of their health through personalized coaching rooted in nutrition, movement, and mindset. Bonnie is passionate about helping women embrace the shift and thrive in every season of life.

Check out her website and Instagram.

About Keri

Keri is the founder of The Nourished Woman and a Somatic Yoga Therapist who supports women in feeling more alive, grounded, and at home in their bodies. Through a calm, gently spiritual approach, she creates spaces for women to explore healing, reconnect with themselves, and move through life with greater ease and confidence. With over 16 years of experience, Keri guides yoga and somatic practices that honor the nervous system, the body’s wisdom, and the fullness of being human.

Find out more about Keri on her website or Instagram.

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If you’re feeling the pull to begin again — but not from pressure or perfection — this episode is your invitation to start fresh in a way that actually feels like you.

Together, we’ll explore how to set the tone for your year from your body’s wisdom instead of your mind’s expectations.

You’ll learn how to work with your nervous system to create calm, lasting change and how to use small, meaningful actions to build self-trust and peace from the inside out.

We’ll talk about drishti — the perspective you have— and how choosing where you place your attention can shift your energy, relationships, and sense of purpose.

If you’re ready to stop chasing “New Year, New You” and start creating a future your body and soul can trust, this one’s for you.

About Keri Marino

Keri is the founder of The Nourished Woman and a Somatic Yoga Therapist who supports women in feeling more alive, grounded, and at home in their bodies. Through a calm, gently spiritual approach, she creates spaces for women to explore healing, reconnect with themselves, and move through life with greater ease and confidence. With over 16 years of experience, Keri guides yoga and somatic practices that honor the nervous system, the body’s wisdom, and the fullness of being human.

Find out more about Keri on her website or Instagram.

If you love the sound of short daily somatic yoga rituals that help you become a more radiant woman, with bottomless pleasure and aliveness.

Get instant access to 150+ nervous system practices made for women on everyday topics like: digestive health, back care, period relief, core strength and emotional well-being.

Try a 7 day free trial of The Nourished Woman Sanctuary here.