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Feb. 22, 2024
SE6: EP18 Maintaining Energetic Balance in Menopause
In this episode of the Thriving Thru Menopause podcast, host Clarissa speaks with Suzanne Yates, an acclaimed international therapist, about menopause from a Chinese medicine perspective.
Suzanne provides insight into the seven-year cycles in Chinese medicine that correlate to women's lives and how these stages affect menopause.
They also highlight the importance of incorporating holistic practices such as Qigong and yoga to address the physical and emotional changes women experience during this phase.
In addition, they touch upon the concept of Chinese medicine's Extraordinary Vessels and share simple exercises to maintain balance during menopause.
Time stamps
00:02 Introduction and Podcast Overview
01:47 Guest Introduction: Suzanne Yates
02:59 Suzanne's Journey into Chinese Medicine
06:36 Understanding Chinese Medicine and Women's Health
07:09 Suzanne's Personal Experience with Menopause
08:49 The Importance of Preparation for Menopause
13:06 Understanding the Seven-Year Cycle in Chinese Medicine
22:11 The Concept of 'Second Spring' in Chinese Medicine
29:11 Understanding Extraordinary Vessels in Chinese Medicine
32:12 Exploring Similarities in Eastern and Western Philosophies
32:30 Understanding the Central Channel in Our Bodies
33:17 The Balance Between Physical and Spiritual
33:48 The Importance of Energy Flow and Connection
35:22 Exploring the Concept of Vision in Life
35:33 The Impact of Menopause on Self-Expression
36:34 The Connection Between Physical and Emotional Health
36:51 Understanding the Girdle Vessel in Chinese Medicine
37:53 The Importance of Standing and Connection to Earth
38:59 The Role of Posture in Qigong
40:55 The Interconnection of Diet, Movement, and Breath
42:32 Simple Exercises for Healing and Support
54:04 The Importance of Listening to Your Body
56:00 Conclusion: The Interconnectedness of All Things
About this Guest
Suzanne Yates is an acclaimed international therapist, teacher, researcher and innovator. A published author and expert in the field of pre and postnatal shiatsu and bodywork, she has taught doctors, midwives, nurses, shiatsu therapists and massage practitioners over the past 30 + years. Her speciality is women’s health at all stages.
Through supporting pregnant women to be more connected with their body’s wisdom, she discovered the power of the Extraordinary Vessels of Chinese medicine to access deeply held memories.
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