Tune in for a captivating conversation with Elyse Schunkewitz, a holistic and functional psychotherapist, as she shares her unique approach to mental health that blends conventional therapy with holistic practices. Leah and Elyse dive into the challenges women face during perimenopause and menopause, emphasizing the power of self-compassion and acceptance in making lasting habit changes. They explore the importance of calming the nervous system, activating the frontal lobe, and finding your personal "why" to drive successful transformation. With insights on identity shifts, the role of emotions in peak performance, and the necessity of play in personal growth, this episode is a must-listen for anyone looking to navigate life's transitions with grace and resilience! Get the full show notes and resources here: https://leahvachani.com/b/train-your-brain-for-peak-performance-elyse-schunkewitz-022 Connect with Leah: Follow Leah on Instagram for more value-packed content, tips, and lots of laughs! ⁠ https://www.instagram.com/leahvachani/ ⁠ Subscribe to Women Aging Powerfully on YouTube for more free content. ⁠ https://www.youtube.com/@WomenAgingPowerfully Listen to the Women Aging Powerfully Podcast: https://leahvachani.com/podcast Check out the 4-week Challenge that has women raving about their results! ⁠https://core4wellness.com/reset The information provided during this podcast is for educational purposes only. The speaker may be a licensed medical professional and may present case studies of actual patients or refer to patients' treatment during the program. Please be reminded that the Scope of Practice for Holistic Nutrition Professionals prevents us from diagnosing, preventing, treating, curing, prescribing, managing, or healing disease. Holistic Nutrition Professionals are not licensed in any state and work with clients, not patients.