Episode 31 - Why Women Thrive with Honest Conversations and Connection

How often do you really check in—with yourself, with your girlfriends, with your true needs? On this episode of Women’s Wealth & Wellness UNLEASHED, hosts Lori Faulk, Jenny Dangerfield, and Lesley Thomas peel back the layers of surface living to spotlight the real currency of radiant longevity. It’s not just about adding years, but fueling your days with deep connection, radical honesty, and the wisdom to thrive through change—together. 🗝️ Key Topics Covered: The Lost Art of Genuine Girlfriend Check-Ins Discover why sharing your truth with trusted women isn’t just emotional—it’s physiological. The hosts dig into the science of oxytocin (the “connection hormone”), and how regular, honest check-ins turbocharge your wellbeing on a cellular level. Moving, Mourning, and Unexpected Loneliness Whether it’s a major move, the shifting tides of friendship, or the ache of empty-nest syndrome, the conversation unpacks how big life transitions can rattle your nervous system—and why being witnessed in these periods is a form of medicine. Social Media vs. Real Support: Why Digital “Perfection” Keeps Us Isolated Peel back the mask: social platforms often showcase success while hiding daily struggles. This episode challenges the myth that ‘having it all together’ means never reaching out, offering tools for authentic, in-person support that nourishes body and soul. Oxytocin, Stress, and the Healing Power of Rituals From the power of a simple hug to coming together for walks or check-in circles, the hosts share rituals and mindset shifts that rewire the brain for resilience—even when the world (and your test results!) say stress is “normal.” Navigating Female Friendship in Changing Seasons How do friendship circles evolve with age, divorce, career reinvention, or grandparenthood? Real talk about making meaningful connections (and sometimes letting go) as you grow. Modern Health Wake-Up: The Hidden Threats in Our Food Supply The team shines a light on eye-opening stats around metabolic health, the dangers of ultra-processed foods, and why simply “eating clean” isn’t so simple in today’s world. Practical wisdom for reclaiming your wellness from the inside out. Simple, Science-Backed Self-Care That Saves Your Sanity Walking, mindful breathing, digital detoxes—Jenny, Lori, and Susan share simple, actionable practices for getting out of overwhelm and restoring your natural state of vitality. Conclusion & Takeaways: At its heart, this is an episode about returning to real connection—with yourself, your sisters, and the rhythms that keep you well. Your vitality is fueled not by the performance of perfection, but by courageously sharing where you’re at and letting your community lift you. As you move through life’s inevitable transitions, choose check-ins over isolation, rituals over ruminating, and gratitude for both where you are and where you’re boldly heading next. Ready to create your own check-in circle or simply want to bask in the wellness wisdom? Listen to the full episode! #SisterhoodSupport #UNLEASHEDPodcast #WomensWealthAndWellnessUNLEASHED #WomensWellness #WomensHealth #RadiantLongevity #GirlfriendCheckIn #OxytocinBoost #EmotionalWellbeing #ConnectionIsMedicine #FemaleFriendship Show some support and Follow Us! Website: https://womenswealthandwellnessunleashed.com Email: wwwunleashedpodcast@gmail.com Facebook Page: https://www.facebook.com/wwwunleashedpodcast/ Join our Facebook Group: https://www.facebook.com/groups/1035180974919058 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/wwwunleashedpodcast/ Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/@WealthAndWellnessUNLEASHED Unleashed Podcast: http://www.womensunleashedpodcast.com/ ApplePodcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/womens-wealth-and-wellness-unleashed/id1783253173