199 Midlife can feel messy—hormonal shifts, brain fog, and exhaustion can leave you wondering, “Is this it?” But it’s also a powerful turning point.

In this episode, I sit down with Polly Warren, breathwork and nervous system coach and host of the Menomorphosis podcast. We talk about reframing perimenopause and menopause as opportunities to step into your best self. Polly shares her journey from constant busyness and burnout to discovering nervous system regulation, sustainable movement, and nourishment that actually supports her body.

We also connect the dots between stress, hormones, and purpose—and why this stage of life can unlock creativity and clarity you’ve never experienced before.

If you’ve ever felt overwhelmed, dismissed, or out of alignment in midlife, this episode will help you see the possibility of thriving in your next chapter.

Watch here: https://youtu.be/3yOwEqAEurU 

Links & Resources

• Free Energy Audit → brendawinkle.com/audit 

• Enroll in Your Yes Filled Life → brendawinkle.com/youryesfilledlife 

• Free Workshop: Embodied Clarity (Sept 9, 2025 @ 5pm PT) →  https://www.brendawinkle.com/clarity 

• Polly’s Free Breath Checkup + links → https://www.pollywarren.com/breathcheckup 

• Connect with Polly: Instagram: @pollywarrencoaching LinkedIn: Polly Warren Facebook: @pollywarrencoaching

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