Happy & Healthy with Amy

Letting Go and Looking Forward: Your Second Spring

• Amy Lang • Season 1 • Episode 299

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You’ve been told menopause means decline—but what if it’s actually a time for metamorphosis? What if it's your Second Spring—a powerful time to release outdated beliefs, embrace new possibilities, and take charge of your brain health. 

In the season 1 finale, we’re talking about letting go of the beliefs, roles, and expectations that are holding you back so you can step boldly into this next chapter of life. 

What to Listen For

  • [00:01:50] The pivot from weight loss to brain health and Alzheimer’s prevention—and why it matters now more than ever.
  • [00:04:50] The surprising link between menopause, brain changes, and dementia risk.
  • [00:06:30] How “second spring” thinking transforms how you see menopause.
  • [00:07:20] The butterfly chrysalis analogy: why breakdown is preparation for flight.
  • [00:08:10] Limiting beliefs to release—like “I’m too old to start something new” or “my best years are behind me.”
  • [00:10:20] How perfectionism and people-pleasing silently harm your brain.
  • [00:11:30] Why letting go of roles, clutter, and outdated dreams frees up brain energy.
  • [00:13:10] Menopause symptoms reframed as signs of transformation, not decline.
  • [00:18:20] How sleep, insulin resistance, and hot flashes all connect to Alzheimer’s risk.
  • [00:21:10] Details about the free quiz: “Is this just brain fog or early signs of Alzheimer’s?”

Conclusion
Menopause isn’t the end—it’s your beginning. This second spring is your chance to protect your brain, reclaim your energy, and create the life you want. Listen to this episode for the inspiration, science, and strategies to step into your most powerful chapter yet.

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