Summary:

In today’s episode of the Pieces of a Woman Podcast, Cristie and DeAnna discuss the emotional and often overlooked sides of retirement. Sharing from their own lives and conversations with friends who are navigating this major life shift, they broaden the usual retirement discussion beyond the financials to focus on the mental and emotional readiness that’s so crucial. They discuss how retirement reshapes your identity, everyday life, and even personal relationships—especially when spouses retire at different times. They also shed light on the "retirement blues," a lesser-known yet significant issue, and share strategies for tackling this new chapter with vitality and enthusiasm. From picking up new hobbies and navigating social shifts to fortifying mental health, Cristie and DeAnna highlight the need for broad retirement planning that supports financial security and emotional and social well-being, ensuring a rich and rewarding retirement.

Key Takeaways:

• [01:00] The importance of mental and emotional readiness for retirement.
• [03:00] How retirement reshapes your identity.
• [06:00] The complexities of adjusting relationships when one spouse retires before the other.
• [08:00] Insights into recognizing and managing retirement blues.
• [11:00] The importance of staying actively engaged through hobbies and community involvement to combat the potential isolation and inactivity of retirement.
• [13:00] The importance of adjusting to social changes and maintaining strong social connections to enhance post-retirement life.

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Summary:

Welcome back to the Pieces of a Woman Podcast! Join Cristie and DeAnna for an eye-opening episode, where they sit down with Mary Scott, a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner who's got a wealth of knowledge on sexual and reproductive health. Mary offers profound insights into a spectrum of women's health issues, spanning from the vibrant years of young adulthood to the golden years of menopause and beyond. They're diving deep into an array of important topics, including various birth control methods, the nuances of urinary tract infections, the importance of pelvic floor health, and the often-overlooked details of women's sexual well-being. This conversation is all about unpacking those crucial health topics, laying down a solid base of knowledge, and arming you with the know-how to stride through your health journey with confidence. With Cristie, DeAnna, and Mary's engaging talks, expert pointers, and stories you can relate to, they're lighting the way to a better grasp and management of women's health, inspiring you to take charge of your well-being with newfound zest.

Key Takeaways:

• [4:09] Reproductive healthcare for young women
• [8:12] Birth control methods and their effectiveness
• [12:57] Sexual health and hygiene for young people
• [15:31] Vaginal health and birth control methods
• [19:00] Fertility tracking and the rhythm method
• [25:40] STD trends and prevention strategies
• [36:45] Women's health and hysterectomy, including pap smears and ovarian cancer screening
• [42:04] Breast cancer prevention and health literacy
• [47:50] Vaginal estrogen and urinary tract infections in menopause
• [51:27] Pelvic floor health and surgeries

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Summary:

Have you ever pursued anything on your bucket list? Maybe you’ve never taken a moment to write down everything and anything you’ve ever wanted to do in this life.

In this episode, Cristie and DeAnna are talking about the power of creating a bucket list, allowing yourself to live your most authentic life (with zero regrets), and why it’s time to start thinking about your bucket list today!

Key Takeaways:

• [01:48] Why you’ll never have more time
• [04:47] Cristie shares what she’s most grateful for in 2023
• [05:55] DeAnna shares a story that had a major impact on her recently
• [07:57] Who is Ben Nemtin?
• [09:05] The power of a bucket list
• [10:55] Cristie & DeAnna share some of their top bucket list items
• [12:01] Why having a bucket list is so important
• [14:48] Talking your dreams into existence is a thing!
• [18:12] More bucket list items that Cristie & DeAnna have on their list
• [21:35] Getting passed the intimidation factor

Resources Mentioned in This Episode:

• The Bucket List Journal by Ben Nemtin
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