• 127. Vaginal Health 101 with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf
    Oct 6 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video Talking about vaginas, pelvic floors, and sex after 50 still feels taboo — but it shouldn’t. In this honest and empowering conversation, Kim sits down with Dr. Betsy Greenleaf, the first board-certified female urogynecologist in the U.S. and founder of the International Pause Institute. Dr. Betsy shares why so many women in perimenopause and post-menopause struggle with vaginal dryness, painful sex, bladder leaks, and infections and why these symptoms are common but not something you have to live with. From vaginal estrogen to cutting-edge therapies like lasers, red-light, and regenerative treatments, she explains the wide range of options available to restore confidence and intimacy. They also dive into the gut–brain–vagina connection, the emotional side of sex in midlife, body image, bladder health, hormone confusion, and how stress and sleep impact intimacy. You’ll walk away with practical tips, a dose of laughter, and a reminder that thriving in midlife is possible. Highlights What a urogynecologist actually does and how Dr. Betsy became the first female board-certified in the field The biggest vaginal and pelvic floor concerns women face in midlife (and why it’s not “just aging”) Why vaginal dryness, UTIs, and painful sex are connected to hormone shifts and the microbiome Options beyond vaginal estrogen: DHEA, testosterone, lasers, red-light therapy, and more Bladder leaks and incontinence: what’s really happening and why kegels alone aren’t enough The gut–brain–vagina connection and how food, stress, and bacteria impact libido and confidence Why stress and sleep directly influence hormones, intimacy, and sex drive The power of body image and confidence in reclaiming sensuality after 50 Dr. Betsy’s top 3 midlife health essentials — plus a bonus on protein and strength training About Dr. Betsy Greenleaf Dr. Betsy Greenleaf is a triple board-certified physician, the first female board-certified urogynecologist in the United States, and founder of the International Pause Institute. With over 20 years of experience, she helps women and men over 40 reclaim energy, confidence, and intimacy through hormone harmony, pelvic wellness, and functional care. Featured in outlets such as Oprah Daily and Forbes and co-host of She Said She Said Podcast, Dr. Betsy combines clinical expertise with a relatable, no-fluff approach to taboo topics like vaginal health, hormones, and sex after 50. She also founded PelvicFloorStore.com, where she curates products she recommends for pelvic health. Connect with Betsy: https://pauseeinsitture.com, https://pelvicfloorstore.com, https://femversity.com https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleafspeaks https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleaf https://www.instagram.com/drbetsygreenleafmenshealth https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCdu6ZIxyAYGKsmJPtEvTS4w https://www.linkedin.com/in/drbetsygreenleaf/ If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue creating free content to support you on your journey.
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  • 126. The Best-Kept Menopause Secret: Vaginal Estrogen Explained
    Sep 29 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video In this episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast, Kim sits down with her good friend and fellow health coach, Melissa Slemp, for an honest, stigma-busting conversation about vaginal estrogen. While menopause conversations are finally moving into the spotlight, vaginal estrogen is still often overlooked, misunderstood, or even avoided out of embarrassment. Kim and Melissa share their personal experiences, what they’ve learned from leading experts, and why this simple treatment can be life-changing for midlife women. Together they discuss: · What vaginal estrogen is and how it differs from systemic hormone therapy · Benefits beyond dryness, including bladder health, reduced urinary urgency, and fewer UTIs · Why proactive use can help prevent future issues like painful sex or incontinence · Why some doctors hesitate to prescribe it and how stigma still silences the conversation · Cost, insurance coverage, application methods, and what to expect when starting · The emotional side: confidence, sexual health, and advocating for your body in midlife and beyond This is not medical advice but a personal, open conversation to help women feel empowered and informed when talking with their doctors. About Melissa Slemp: Melissa Slemp is a certified health coach specializing in type 1 diabetes, blood sugar regulation, and holistic wellness for midlife women. She is passionate about helping women navigate hormonal changes, improve metabolic health, and reclaim their energy and confidence. Melissa is also authoring a book sharing her expertise. Stay tuned for details. Connect with Melissa: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/stories/type1.in.midlife/ Website: https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/ Podcast: https://www.abundanthealthwithmelissa.com/podcast If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue creating free content to support you on your journey.
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  • 125. How Tech Hijacks Your Sleep, Hormones, and Weight in Midlife
    Sep 22 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video In this conversation, Justin Hai explains why cortisol and sleep are the twin levers for better energy, mood, weight, and hormonal balance in midlife. He shares how our always-on tech culture keeps cortisol elevated, how that sabotages deep and REM sleep, and why poor sleep then disrupts natural hormone production. We dig into realistic morning and evening routines, food and exercise choices that protect muscle and reduce visceral fat, and simple ways to create a phone-lite life. What You’ll Learn The tech–sleep–hormone loop and how to break it AM routine ideas that boost energy without jittery highs Smart training for midlife bodies, with an emphasis on muscle and walking Food timing and fueling basics that protect muscle and steady energy Evening wind-down practices that make uninterrupted sleep more likely How cortisol and weight gain are connected About Justin Hai Justin Hai is the co-founder of award-winning wellness companies including Alastin Skincare, GLO Pharmaceuticals, and Rebalance Health. With a background in industrial design (RISD) and an MBA from Pepperdine, he blends creative vision with science—holding multiple U.S. patents and having presented to NASA and the Pentagon. Justin is a featured expert in the upcoming Amazon Prime documentary sHEALed and author of Stress Nation, where he explores how our tech-driven culture disrupts cortisol, sleep, and hormones. Inspired by his wife’s health journey with Cushing’s syndrome, Justin now advocates for practical strategies to lower stress, restore hormonal balance, and reclaim energy in a hyperconnected world. Connect with Justin Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rebalancehealth/ Instagrarm: https://www.instagram.com/justin_a_hai/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/justinhai/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/rebalancehealthofficial/ TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@rebalancehealth Book: Stress Nation If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue creating free content to support you on your journey.
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  • 124. Stop Emotional Eating Through Life Transitions
    Sep 15 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video Transitions can be tough. Menopause, empty nest, retirement, moving, or even grief can shake the ground beneath us. When life feels uncertain, food often becomes the one place we turn for comfort and safety. In this solo episode, Kim explores why emotional eating shows up so strongly during life changes, how it ties back to safety and stability, and what you can do to navigate these seasons with love and grace. Kim shares personal reflections and client stories to remind you that you are not alone in this. She also offers practical tools to create real safety in your body and mind without relying on food. If you have been eating your way through change, this episode will help you pause, breathe, and rebuild stability from the inside out. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why transitions trigger emotional eating The role of safety and stability in our relationship with food How menopause and midlife changes affect cravings and body trust The emotional weight of transitions: loss, fear, and loneliness Why we often forget to give ourselves love and grace during change Practical tools for riding the waves without relying on food How to build a “Transition Safety Toolkit” with rituals, grounding, and connection Highlights: · Food feels safe because it is predictable, but safety is something we can create in our bodies and minds. · Menopause is not just physical. It is an identity transition. If my body is changing, can I still feel safe living in it? · During transitions, we do not always realize how much we are carrying. That is why we forget to give ourselves love and grace. · Safety is not about control. It is about trust. Trusting yourself to move through change with compassion. If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue creating free content to support you on your journey.
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  • 123. Why Aging Doesn’t Have to Be Hard: Biohacks That Actually Work with Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp
    Sep 8 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video What if aging didn’t have to feel so hard? What if menopause, midlife weight changes, and energy struggles weren’t things you just had to “manage,” but signals from your body that can be supported and optimized? In this episode, I sit down with Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp, biohacking expert, chiropractor, author, and former bodybuilder, to explore how women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond can reclaim vitality, balance hormones, and build resilience for lasting health. We share our personal experiences with disordered eating and how that shaped our passion for helping women find freedom with food and health. Dr. Nathalie opens up about her own battle with anorexia and the lessons she carries forward to support women navigating emotional eating, stress, and midlife changes. You’ll walk away with both science-backed strategies and practical, everyday biohacks you can use to feel stronger, sleep better, and age with confidence. What You’ll Learn in This Episode: Why aging doesn’t have to be a struggle and how to shift the narrative around menopause and midlife health Dr. Nathalie’s personal story of overcoming anorexia and how it led to her passion for prevention, wellness, and biohacking A clear, simple definition of biohacking and how to apply it without expensive gadgets or extremes The role of daily, weekly, and monthly non-negotiables in creating lasting health habits Why sleep is a powerful biohack, plus practical tips for falling and staying asleep in midlife The truth about insulin resistance, protein needs, and adapting your diet as hormones shift How caffeine and alcohol affect women differently as we age — and what to do about it Detox made simple: the importance of sweating, movement, and lowering your toxic load Longevity hacks every woman over 40 should know, from strength training and omega-3s to vagus nerve activation A realistic look at peptides, red light therapy, heart rate variability, and other trending tools The connection between stress, nervous system health, and emotional eating Rapid Fire: Biohacks Rated 1–10 We wrapped up with a fun speed round where Dr. Nathalie shared her quick take on hot topics like weighted vests, red light therapy, cold plunges, weight loss drugs, protein powder, collagen, and more. About Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp is a biohacking expert, author, and speaker dedicated to helping high-achieving women in their 40s and beyond reclaim their energy, balance their hormones, and optimize their health naturally. With a background in chiropractic and certification from the Institute of Functional Medicine, Nathalie has spent nearly three decades empowering others through integrative wellness strategies that fit real life. Her 90-Day Reboot & Optimize Program helps professional women cut through health confusion and take practical, science-backed steps toward lasting vitality. A former natural bodybuilder and long-time wellness advocate, Nathalie shares her insights through keynotes, media appearances, and bestselling books like Hack Your Health Habits and SmartCuts: Biohack Your Healthspan. Connect with Dr. Nathalie Beauchamp Website: drnat.life IG: https://www.instagram.com/drnathaliebeauchamp/ If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue ...
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  • 122. How to Stop Emotional Eating with Yoga and Breathwork
    Sep 1 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video In this deeply practical and calming episode of the Emotional Eats Podcast, Kim sits down with certified yoga therapist Cheryl Gordon to explore how yoga, breathwork, and self-compassion can become powerful tools to break the cycle of emotional eating. They discuss how slowing down, being present, and reconnecting with your body can shift you out of habit-driven eating patterns and into a place where you make choices from your higher self. Cheryl guides listeners through on-the-spot joint-freeing and breathing exercises to process emotions, calm cravings, and reset the nervous system. You have to try these! If you’ve ever felt stuffed in your clothes, eaten to soothe emotions, or believed you must have chocolate after dinner to survive, this episode will help you understand why and what you can do to change it. You’ll learn why emotional eating isn’t just about food, how your nervous system plays a role, and how yoga and mindful breathing can help you feel more grounded, empowered, and in control. Highlights Cheryl’s journey with emotional eating and how yoga transformed her relationship with food and herself Why self-compassion is the foundation of mindful eating The truth about emotional eating in any body size Why emotional healing is not a quick, linear process How yoga helps process emotions, reduce stress hormones, and spark the “relaxation response” The four guidelines for choosing a yoga practice that supports emotional healing The Joint Freeing Series: a gentle, “boring” but powerful yoga sequence for midlife women How even a few minutes of breathwork can shift cravings and calm anxiety Why your nervous system pushes you toward habitual eating—and how to work with it instead of against it Timestamps 0:31 – Why self-compassion matters in emotional eating 2:29 – Cheryl’s personal journey with food, body image, and yoga 7:02 – The connection between yoga and emotional eating 9:27 – How movement processes emotions and stress hormones 14:31 – The four keys to choosing the right yoga practice 19:35 – Reconnecting with your body in midlife 22:02 – Guided sample of the Joint Freeing Series 26:13 – Why breathing techniques work—even outside of yoga 28:36 – Even ratio breathing exercise for cravings and stress 32:00 – The nervous system’s role in emotional eating 36:36 – How yoga and breathwork help you access your higher self 38:04 – Where to find Cheryl and her free resources About Cheryl Gordon Cheryl Gordon is a certified yoga therapist who helps midlife women navigate change using the tools of yoga and mindfulness. When she reached menopause, her over 20 years of experience were put to the test, leading her to refine her skills, lose 25 pounds, and reinvigorate her business. Now, at 62, she brings renewed passion and energy to her clients, showing that transformation is possible at any age. Connect with Cheryl: Website & Free Joint Freeing Series: https://cherylgordonyt.com/ Podcast: https://cherylgordonyt.com/ If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue creating free content to support you on your journey.
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  • 121. The Vacation Mindset That Heals Stress, Emotional Eating, and Midlife Health
    Aug 25 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video In this special end-of-summer episode, I’m reflecting on my recent vacation, my 59th birthday, and how we can all bring that vacation peace into our everyday lives without having to wait for the next trip. As we head into fall, I share how shifting seasons can be the perfect opportunity for a personal reset for your emotional and physical life. You’ll hear about my time in Wisconsin…paddleboarding, long walks, less TV, more nature, and truly being in the moment. You’ll hear how those simple changes impacted my body, mind, and spirit. We’ll explore how vacations naturally slow us down, help us eat when we’re hungry (instead of by the clock), sleep better, and be more intentional. Most importantly, we’ll talk about how to bring those rhythms home so we can feel less stressed, more present, and at peace year-round. From letting go of forcing outcomes whether with our adult kids, friendships, or work to choosing movement because we can (not because we “have to”), this is about creating a life that feels free, not like a to-do list. In this episode, you’ll discover: Why novelty and new experiences keep your brain sharp at any age The surprising impact of slowing down on digestion, inflammation, and energy How vacation rhythms can inspire more mindful eating and movement Why waking without an alarm and starting with gratitude changes everything Simple ways to create peace, pause, and presence in your daily life You don’t have to wait for the next getaway to feel at ease—you can create that rhythm now. What vacation moments can you bring home? Reach out and let me know. Here’s to 59—and to whatever age you are—living fully, intentionally, and with peace every day. If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue creating free content to support you on your journey.
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  • 120. Break Free from Perfectionism, People-Pleasing, and Emotional Outsourcing with Béa Victoria Albina
    Aug 18 2025
    Get the FREE Tapping Video to Stop the Late Day Emotional Eating. Click here: https://kimhynes.com/late-day-emotional-eating-tapping-video What if the reason you feel stuck isn’t because you’re “broken,” but because you’ve been trained to put everyone else first? In this episode, I’m joined by Beatriz (Béa) Victoria Albina, NP, MPH, SEP, to explore her powerful concept of emotional outsourcing—the habit of sourcing our safety, belonging, and worth from others instead of ourselves. Béa shares how perfectionism, people-pleasing, and codependency are often survival strategies written into our nervous systems by childhood experiences, cultural conditioning, and even systemic forces. She explains the vital role of somatic awareness, why “kitten steps” create safer change than big leaps, and how to begin listening to your body’s needs in the smallest moments—like pausing before your morning coffee. We also discuss: How your nervous system responds to stress, and the three key branches that shape your reactions The truth about being “too sensitive” and why big emotions aren’t a flaw Practical grounding and orienting tools to stop reactive patterns before they happen Why midlife women struggle with authenticity and self-acceptance, and how to reclaim joy at any age The connection between feeling unworthy and using food to cope This conversation is both compassionate and fiercely empowering, offering real-world practices to help you step back into your own worth, safety, and belonging—without guilt or apology. About Béa: Beatriz (Béa) Victoria Albina, NP, MPH, SEP, is a UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, and Master Certified Somatic Life Coach. She helps women break free from codependency, perfectionism, and people-pleasing by reconnecting with their bodies, regulating their nervous systems, and rewiring their minds. Béa is the host of the Feminist Wellness podcast and author of the upcoming End Emotional Outsourcing (Sept 30, Hachette Balance). With over 20 years in health and wellness, she holds a Master’s in Public Health from Boston University and a BA from Oberlin College. Born in Argentina and raised in Rhode Island, she now lives with her wife, Billey, and their beloved black cat, Wade. Connect with Béa: Grab your free downloads here: https://beatrizalbina.com/free-meditations/ Website: https://beatrizalbina.com/ Book Website: https://beatrizalbina.com/book/ Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/beatrizvictoriaalbinanp/ Podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/feminist-wellness/id1454980022 If this episode resonated with you: Share it with a friend who needs a mindset shift around food. Hit Follow or Subscribe so you never miss an episode. Leave a review — it helps other midlife women find this support. Join the Conversation, Coaching and Community: Continue learning, talking, and getting coaching and support around emotional eating, midlife women’s health, and menopause by joining the Emotional Eats Community. Click here to join: https://kimhynes.com/emotional-eats-community-sign-up Connect with Kim: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kimhyneshealth Website: https://www.kimhynes.com Podcast: https://kimhynes.com/podcast If you like the Emotional Eats podcast, please subscribe, follow, and leave a 5-star rating and review. Tag us on social media—I would be so grateful. SLEEP BETTER AND COOLER WITH COZY EARTH Midlife makes me want the softest sheets and clothing! I know you get me. We need temperature controlled sheets for those evening sweats and no more scratchy clothes. Get 40% off bamboo sheets and amazing sleepwear and loungewear. Make sure to use the code EATS to get you discount at https://cozyearth.com/ Disclaimer: The information in this podcast is not intended to replace working with your doctor, medical provider, or mental health professional. It is for conversation, information, and entertainment only. Note: Some links may be affiliate links, and I may receive a small commission or sponsorship support at no extra cost to you. These partnerships help me keep the Emotional Eats Podcast going and allow me to continue creating free content to support you on your journey.
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