In this podcast episode, Chantal Donnelly and Dr. Mindy delve into the under-discussed topic of menopause and its connection with stress. They explore how stress, particularly the increase in cortisol during menopause, impacts women's physical and mental well-being. The conversation reveals powerful body-up tools and techniques to regulate the nervous system, aiding women in managing stress, finding calm, and embracing the transformative journey of menopause. To view full show notes, more information on our guests, resources mentioned in the episode, discount codes, transcripts, and more, visit https://www.drmindypelz.com/ep191. Chantal Donnelly founded Body Insight in 2006, a private clinic in Pasadena, CA, where she provides physical therapy and stress management services. Chantal combines traditional, hands-on therapy techniques (such as soft tissue techniques and joint mobilization), exercise, and nervous system regulation (aka tools for stress management) to help her patients through the recovery of various physical dysfunctions. She holds a Masters's Degree in Physical Therapy, a Pilates Certification from BASI, and is a certified Resilience Toolkit Facilitator. She’s been featured as a wellness expert in Woman's Day, Women’s World, and Oxygen. Chantal has released two video programs: Pain-Free At Work and Strong Knees. Her new book, Settled: How to Find Calm in a Stress-Inducing World, releases in September. Check out our fasting membership at resetacademy.drmindypelz.com. Please note our medical disclaimer.