In this episode of the Seasonal Sisters Podcast, Janice Saunders sits down with Shanera Williamson, host of the Brown Mama Bear Podcast, to talk about what it really means to prioritize your health as you move through different seasons of life.
Shanera shares how turning 55 prompted her to take a closer look at her health, from being more mindful about what she eats to finding new ways to move her body and prioritize her mental health. She also talks about learning to listen to her body, recognizing when she is running on empty, and giving herself permission to change her routines when they no longer work.
Janice and Shanera discuss the importance of regular doctor’s appointments, having a relationship with a healthcare provider you can talk openly with, getting enough sleep, building simple routines, and finding movement that feels enjoyable rather than punishing.
They also explore the connection between wellness and relationships, including Shanera’s experience creating a mother-daughter journal after finding a new way to communicate with her daughter during her teenage years.
Episode Timestamps;
00:00 Podcast Welcome
00:32 Wellness Card Deck
02:07 Meet Shanera Williamson
05:33 Health Wake Up Call
08:49 Seasons Not Perfection
14:05 Swimming and Legacy
17:38 Mental Health Gauges
22:40 Mindful Moment Menopause
24:16 Doctor Visits and HRT
26:44 Advocate With Your Doctor
28:53 Balance For Longevity
30:33 Three Health Priorities
32:13 Seasonal Self Care Recipe
33:59 Journaling Made Easy
35:56 Sleep Hygiene Reset
39:17 Movement That Feels Good
43:57 Guest Updates And Links
45:52 Journaling With Teens
47:56 360 Degree Sisterhood
49:44 Final Thanks And Sign Off
What You'll Learn in This Episode
• How to prioritize your health in a new season of life
• Why healthy habits can change from season to season
• How to listen to your body's physical and mental needs
• The importance of regular health appointments
• Simple ways to prioritize sleep and movement
• Why enjoyable movement can be more sustainable
• The role relationships play in overall wellness
Resources & Mentions
Connect With Shanera
What does your body, mind, or spirit need from you in this season of your life?
Take a moment to slow down and listen. Maybe it's time to make that doctor's appointment, get more sleep, move your body, start journaling, or simply give yourself permission to change what is no longer working.
And remember, you don't have to move through every season alone. Phone a sister friend and stay connected.
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