Dr Kristy Goodwin, a Neuro-Performance Scientist, an international keynote speaker and an executive coach

You Can Have a Calm Queen Brain (Even When Life Isn’t) By Kristy Goodwin

What if stress isn’t the enemy we’ve been told it is? For women in midlife, the real shift isn’t eliminating stress – it’s learning how to respond to it differently. In this perspective-changing piece, Neuro-Performance...
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The Rise of the Calm Queen

Stress isn’t something to eliminate – it’s something to understand. For women over 40, shifting hormones, sleep changes and the fullness of life can leave the nervous system stuck on high alert. But the goal...
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The Hormone-Smart Sleep Plan

Looking for a sleep plan that actually works after 40? This isn’t about complicated routines or perfection. It’s a science-backed strategy built on movement, blood sugar balance, temperature, nervous system cues and consistency. Because better...
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The Sleep Shift: Why Women Over 40 Are Tossing, Turning and Totally Over It

Sleep used to be effortless. Then midlife happened.If you’re over 40 and suddenly tossing, turning, sweating and staring at the ceiling at 3am, you’re not broken — your hormones are just throwing a tantrum. As...
From Doing to Being: What Midlife Has Taught Me About Real Power - Shauna Hawkes

From Doing to Being: What Midlife Has Taught Me About Real Power - Shauna Hawkes

Shauna Hawkes is a women’s embodiment mentor, yoga teacher, Gene Keys guide and more. To celebrate World Menopause Month, she shares a love letter to her 40-year-old self — a reflection on change, wisdom and...
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Brain Fog in Midlife: Vitamins That Can Make a Real Difference

Walked into the room… forgot why?Midlife brain fog is real — and no, it’s not just “getting older.”Hormonal changes during perimenopause can impact memory, focus, and clarity. But science says the right nutrients can help....
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How to Balance Hormones Naturally (With or Without HRT)

Midlife can bring unexpected hormonal shifts that leave many women feeling off balance. Whether you're navigating mood swings, sleep disruptions, or energy crashes, you're not alone—and there are ways to feel better. From stabilizing blood...
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Feeling Wired but Tired? It could be your Adrenals

Feeling Wired but Exhausted? Your Adrenals Might Be Crying for Help If you’re in perimenopause and running on empty—yet somehow still feeling wired—you’re not alone. Many women experience deep fatigue that won’t lift, no matter...
What Happens to Your Brain During Meditation? The Science Behind Your Zen

What Happens to Your Brain During Meditation? The Science Behind Your Zen

Meditation isn’t just a wellness trend—it literally reshapes your brain. Science shows it can rewire neural pathways, shrink the stress-inducing amygdala, and boost brain waves linked to relaxation and creativity. Even just a few minutes...