About My Guest

Dr. Tricia Pingel, the “Adrenal Whisperer” is a leading naturopathic physician who specializes in stress and cortisol management. She has transformed & empowered countless women, guiding them from feeling wired and tired to a state of calm and connected by showing them how cortisol is at the root cause of their symptoms. She specializes in restoring the nutrition depleted by stress, rebalancing their hormones and helping women change their mindset to repel incoming stressors so that they can return to their happy, vibrant and energetic selves.

She has been featured on major TV shows and in publications like Mind Body Green and Prevention Medicine. Dr. Pingel is a bestselling author, a hip hop dancer, retired fashion model, and visionary CEO shaping the future of holistic wellness.

Summary

In this episode of Women Aging Powerfully, host Leah Vachani interviews Dr. Tricia Pingel, known as "The Adrenal Whisperer." Dr. Pingel shares her personal journey of transformation from being overwhelmed, depressed and disconnected in midlife to finding joy through creative outlets like dance. She explains how stress and cortisol impact women's health during perimenopause and menopause, and offers practical strategies for overcoming perfectionism, changing negative self-talk, and prioritizing self-care. The conversation emphasizes the importance of shifting perspective from "I have to" to "I get to," delegating tasks, and making time for activities that bring joy.

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Chapters

00:00 Introduction to the Adrenal Whisperer

06:06 Understanding Stress and Hormonal Changes

08:57 The Journey of Self-Discovery

12:01 The Importance of Asking for Help

15:00 Rediscovering Joy Through Dance

18:20 Creativity as a Path to Healing

21:03 Letting Go of Control

23:57 Modeling Healthy Behaviors for Our Children

28:08 The Burden of Perfectionism

31:11 Shifting Perspectives on Stress

36:04 The Power of Language and Self-Talk

39:07 Prioritizing Time and Energy

43:25 Letting Go of Control and Expectations

Resources

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