April brings two key awareness events that highlight critical workplace issues that I want to touch on in our Phoenix for Employers Blog – World Autism Day and Stress Awareness Month. These topics are particularly relevant when considering how menopause affects neurodivergent colleagues and how stress can significantly worsen menopause symptoms. By fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace, employers can …
Have you ever noticed how sometimes life can throw you a curve ball that completely derails you, that sends everything into perspective and gets you questioning your choices and what’s important to you? This happened to me recently and it has really got me thinking differently and I wanted to share this experience with you as I feel it’s a …
As winter fades and the first signs of spring emerge, nature reminds us that change is not only inevitable but also full of possibility and promise. Just as the earth awakens from its winter rest, our bodies respond to the shifting season – especially during menopause, when hormonal changes make us more sensitive to external rhythms. We are reminded that …
Welcome to our first Phoenix Employers Blog of 2025 and we’re looking closer at Menopause Action Plans – what are they, why are they important and how do you get started? This is a follow on from our excellent Phoenix Employers Forum discussions earlier this month and because it is such an important subject, I wanted to share our discussions …
February is Healthy Relationships Awareness Month, a time to reflect on the vital role that positive connections play in our lives. Whether with partners, family, friends, colleagues, or even ourselves, nurturing strong, healthy relationships leads to greater emotional wellbeing and overall happiness.Menopaue can have a profound effect on our relationships. This natural stage, while often overlooked, can introduce physical, emotional, …
This month as I commit to creating good habits in my own life, I wanted to take some time to reflect on why having good habits and a strong routine in our lives can support a better menopause journey. We often think that the only way to manage our menopause symptoms is with HRT or other medical interventions; but that …
As the vibrant greens of summer fade into goldens and frosty mornings, autumn, and winter usher in a unique opportunity to connect with nature, nourish your body, and embrace the rhythms of the season. These colder months may seem challenging for some of us, especially as we go through menopause, but with a positive mindset and small seasonal lifestyle shifts, …
The heart chakra, or Anahata, is the fourth chakra in your body’s energy system. Located in the centre of your chest, it’s associated with love, compassion, and emotional resilience. When balanced, your heart chakra encourages emotional openness, empathy, and inner peace. However, during challenging life stages, such as menopause, this vital energy centre can become blocked resulting in both physical …
As women navigate menopause, we often experience not just physical changes, but energetic ones as well. One key energy centre that plays a vital role during this period is the solar plexus chakra. Located just above your belly button, the solar plexus is linked to our sense of personal power, confidence, and emotional resilience. As menopause brings significant shifts in …
Understanding our Sacral Chakra The sacral chakra is the second of the seven primary chakras in our body. Located in the lower abdomen, just below the navel, it is associated with the element of water, symbolising flow, adaptability, and emotion. The sacral chakra governs creativity, sexuality, pleasure, and emotional well-being. It’s the energy centre allowing us to experience joy, connect …