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Chris is back, and we're getting into the money conversation so many of you have been asking for.
We talk about what a financial broker actually does (and why it's nothing like talking to your bank), who Chris works with, and the real reason most people are saving without a real plan. We also get personal — Chris shares a compound interest conversation he had with our 18-year-old son that genuinely changed how our son thinks about money.
We cover families, singles, blended finances, TFSAs, and setting your kids up before they're even old enough to open an account.
What We Cover:
Financial broker vs. bank advisor
Who benefits from working with someone like Chris (it's not just business owners)
Why most people are saving without a real plan or goal
The questions couples and families need to be asking but aren't
Teaching kids about compound interest
How to invest for your child before they're old enough to open a TFSA
The TFSA mistake most Canadians are making
Singles vs. couples in retirement
Income splitting, spousal RSPs, and when to keep finances separate
Canada's coming generational wealth transfer and whether you're ready for it
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
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Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
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Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
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Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Chris:
Instagram | @chrisborsellino
Finance Discovery Session | Book Here
Connect with Jenn:
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Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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If you've been struggling with sleep, this episode is for you. I've been in the thick of it myself lately — between our dog's 4 AM lick baths, my husband's temperature wars, teens coming home late, and the reality of being a nearly 47-year-old woman in perimenopause — sleep has become the most precious thing in my life. And I know I'm not alone.
After sharing a few stories on Instagram about my own brutal nights, my DMs absolutely exploded. 90% of the women who reached out were like, "Girl, we've been sleeping in separate rooms for years." It was like collective permission to stop pretending this isn't happening.
So in this episode, I'm breaking down the real reasons your sleep might be struggling — and why the answer is almost never just "take melatonin."
In this episode, we cover:
Why sleep is a mirror, not a standalone issue — and what it's actually trying to tell you
The stages of sleep (light, deep, REM) and why each one matters for your health
How estrogen and progesterone directly impact your ability to fall asleep and stay asleep
Why cortisol is one of the biggest sleep disruptors I see in women — especially if you wake up at the same time every night
The blood sugar connection: how under-eating all day sets you up for 2 AM wake-ups
Thyroid, adrenals, and your nervous system — why you can't biohack your way out of a chronically overactive system
Sleep environment non-negotiables: temperature, darkness, noise, and yes — separate bedrooms
Sleep apnea in women: massively under-diagnosed, presents differently than in men, and increasing after menopause
How to actually troubleshoot your sleep by asking "why am I waking up?" instead of "how do I sleep better?"
Supplements worth considering: magnesium, glycine, valerian + passionflower, progesterone, and when melatonin actually makes sense
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
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This episode is sponsored by:
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
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Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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After 30 years in health, fitness, and nutrition, and six years running The Audacious Woman, I've hit a wall — not the burnout kind, but the kind that tells you it's time to stop going a mile wide and an inch deep, and start going a mile deep and an inch wide. This episode is about that shift, how to know when you're ready for it, and what it actually takes to do it.
What We Cover
Why width in business can quietly become a trap — and the signs it's happening to you
The difference between "I want to burn it all down" and "I need to go deeper"
How to know if you're performing for an audience you've outgrown
What it looks like when your soul is tired (not your body)
The grief I didn't expect: letting go of the version of yourself who built something wide
Why specificity is magnetic, not limiting
Pricing for mastery, not just your time
What a depth-first business actually looks and feels like in practice
Signs You're Ready to Choose Depth:
You're serving a lot of people but deeply known by very few
Your reach is growing but your sense of joy and impact is shrinking
You're exhausted in a way that rest doesn't fix
Your best clients are the ones who've been with you the longest
There's a version of your work you haven't said out loud yet — because you've been building it quietly inside
The Big Reflection Questions from This Episode:
When's the last time you felt truly lit up by your work — not just busy, but alive inside of it?
What is the one thing you know more about than almost anyone — and are you actually building a business around that?
Where are you still performing for an audience you've outgrown?
What belief do you have to change to make the shift toward depth possible?
Is the work you're doing right now getting you out of bed excited — or is there a shift calling?
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE
Spotify – CLICK HERE
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
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Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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Last week's case study episode got such a strong response that I wanted to go deeper with a different scenario: the woman who is already lean, doesn't have weight to lose, and is trying to build muscle and look more athletic.
This one's for her — and honestly, it was me at certain points too.
In this episode, I cover:
Why the advice to "eat less and do more cardio" is almost never the right answer for lean women
The three phases of body composition: Build → Reveal → Maintain
How long to actually spend in the build phase (hint: longer than you think — 4–12 months depending on your training history)
Sample nutrition targets for a lean woman looking to build: ~2,000 calories, ~150g protein, ~220–230g carbs, ~60g fat
Why a "dirty bulk" approach often backfires for women
A sample 4-day strength training split (2 lower, 2 upper) with exercise selection guidance
The importance of tracking weights to turn warmup sets into real working sets
Volume targets: 10–20 quality sets per muscle group per week
Cardio guidance during the build phase: steps, Zone 2, and why HIIT is NOT necessary right now
What a mini cut (reveal phase) looks like: 6–10 weeks, 10–20% caloric reduction, protect the protein
How to reverse diet back to maintenance — the phase no one talks about but everyone needs
The mindset piece: most women spend 90% of their year in a deficit while saying their goal is to build muscle
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
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This episode is sponsored by:
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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This is one of those episodes I usually reserve for my mentorship courses and the practitioners I train, so I'm really glad I decided to bring it to the show. There is so much noise right now on Instagram and TikTok about liver health and gallbladder health, but a 20-slide carousel can only go so deep. My hope is that hearing this explained — with real stories and analogies — actually moves you to explore your own digestive health in a meaningful way.
In this episode, I cover:
Why your liver, digestive system, and nervous system are interconnected — and what happens when one goes offline
The constellation of symptoms that get dismissed as "just IBS" or "just perimenopause" (bloating, bowel irregularities, right-sided shoulder ache, mood swings, waking between 1–3 AM, and more)
How your liver metabolizes estrogen — and what estrogen dominance really signals about liver load
The two phases of liver detoxification, which nutrients support each phase (B vitamins, magnesium bisglycinate, glycine, NAC), and what happens when those phases become sluggish
The gallbladder's role as the liver's partner — and why removing it without addressing root cause is a missed opportunity
The gut–brain axis, the vagus nerve, and why 90% of your serotonin is made in the gut
Beta-glucuronidase — why your gut microbiome is directly influencing your hormone balance
Blood work markers to request from your doctor: ALT, AST, ALP, GGT, bilirubin, albumin, ferritin, fasting insulin, HbA1c, full lipid panel, and more
Functional testing I recommend: comprehensive stool test, Dutch Complete, HTMA, and when to consider an OAT test
Nutrition priorities: cruciferous vegetables, bitter greens, fiber diversity, healthy fats, choline (please don't ditch the egg yolk), and eating in a parasympathetic state
Supplement support for the liver, gut, and nervous system — including Hepato DR, L-glutamine, GI Revive, ox bile, calcium D-glucarate, and adaptogens
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE
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Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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My DMs have been flooded with questions from women trying to figure out what their bodies actually need — how many calories, how much protein, how to structure their macros. So I decided to turn it into a case study episode and share it here with all of you, because one woman's struggle is never just one woman's struggle.
In this episode, I walk you through:
Why the number the calculator spits out terrifies you — and how you unconsciously manipulate formulas until you land on a number you're already eating (and already not seeing results on)
The multi-billion dollar wellness industry's role in conditioning women to under-eat, and why 1,200–1,600 calories is not a starting point — it's a myth
A full case study: 42-year-old, 5'6", 160 lbs, perimenopausal, chronic yo-yo dieter — and exactly what I'd do with her step by step
Why maintenance calories are almost always higher than you think (and why that's actually good news)
The Zone-method macro split I start most women on: 40% carbs / 30% protein / 30% fat
How to actually track progress — measurements over the scale, every time. (One client lost 12 inches while the scale barely moved three pounds.)
The real metrics that matter: biofeedback, performance, sleep, hunger, recovery
When to reduce calories, when to increase them (spoiler: more often than you'd think), and why I never slash protein
My strength training framework for women 35–70: 4 days/week, lower body twice, upper body twice, why most women are doing warm-up sets and calling them working sets
Zone 2 cardio, step count sweet spots, and why fat loss is a muscle preservation problem — not a cardio problem
Realistic expectations: what 12 weeks of genuine compliance actually looks like
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE
Spotify – CLICK HERE
This episode is sponsored by:
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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This episode is for every woman who knows what she needs to do but still isn't doing it. Whether you're building a business, growing a practice, or trying to level up your health — if you've ever caught yourself saying "I just need more clarity/confidence/knowledge before I start," listen in because today's episode is a goodie!
In this episode, I'm talking about:
Why the real problem isn't a lack of information — it's a lack of movement and decision-making
The sneaky ways we self-sabotage without even realizing it (perfectionism, overthinking, procrastinating on the "wrong" things)
How your nervous system can actually work against your growth — and what to do about it
Why confidence is the result of taking action, not the prerequisite for it
The upper limiting beliefs I personally had to break through when I moved my business entirely online
What perimenopause and identity shifts have taught me about reinvention in business and life
The question you should actually be asking yourself instead of "what else do I need to learn?"
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE
Spotify – CLICK HERE
This episode is sponsored by:
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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In today's episode, I'm breaking down the exact strength training formula I use and teach — one that's designed specifically for women in their late 30s, 40s, 50s, and beyond. Because the rules don't change just because you get older. What your body needs stays pretty consistent, and today I'm giving you the simple, no-BS version of what actually works.
In this episode, I cover:
Why doing more — more cardio, more steps, more classes — is actually working against your goals
The role of progressive overload and why your body needs a reason to build muscle
Why cardio will never be your primary tool for changing your body composition
The nutrition non-negotiables (or "suggestions," if that word feels better!) that I come back to again and again
How to think about protein, carbohydrates, and fat in a way that's simple and sustainable
Why 9 out of 10 times, the problem isn't your training — it's how you're fueling
The strength training formula simplified: lift progressively, fuel with intention, recover on purpose, and repeat — for months, not weeks
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
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This episode is sponsored by:
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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In this episode I'm talking to Jaclyn Shaw, spiritual mentor, bestselling author, and sought-after speaker. We went deep on what it actually means to trust your soul's calling — not just the inspiring idea of it, but the real, messy, sometimes terrifying practice of it. If you've ever felt like there's something more calling you forward but you keep negotiating yourself out of it, this episode is for you.
In this episode, we cover:
What it means to "outsource your power" — and how to recognize when you're doing it
Why your finances are often the first place incongruency shows up
The difference between going through the motions and actually being in motion
How Jaclyn rebuilt her voice and conviction after losing herself in the noise of the online business world
The "power tracking" tool she gives all her clients — and why most stop doing it too soon
Why radical self-responsibility is the foundation of personal power
The God vs. spirit/universe conversation — and why being unapologetic about your beliefs is the most aligned marketing you'll ever do
What a spiritual smackdown actually is (and why you don't always need a big one to wake up)
Jaclyn's own spiritual smackdown — the deeply personal story that became the birthplace of both her daughter and herself
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
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Connect with Guest -
Instagram | @thejaclynshaw
Facebook | @thejaclynshaw
Get Paid By God | ACCESS HERE
Website | jaclynshaw.ca
This episode is sponsored by:
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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In this episode, I sat down with Dr. Jen Rapkin, naturopathic doctor, body worker, former dancer, and author of The Feeling Muscle: Sitting With and Outlasting Hard Feelings, and I walked away from this one with so much clarity around something I've personally been navigating — the relationship between what we hold in our bodies and how it shows up as physical symptoms, dis-ease, and emotional patterns we can't seem to shake.
In this episode, we explore:
What it means to be a "frequent feeler" — and why that's actually a gift, not a burden
How the messages we were raised with ("grow thicker skin," "boys don't cry," "grin and bear it") trained us to armor up and disconnect from our emotional body
Why emotion is a pre-verbal, physical experience — and how learning to locate feelings in the body changes everything
The concept of "shaking the hand" of a feeling — a simple, powerful practice for beginning to sit with what's coming up rather than numbing or distracting
Why Dr. Raphkin's approach is NOT about excavating trauma — it's about exercising your feeling muscle one small moment at a time
The connection between unprocessed emotions and physical symptoms (gut issues, hormonal imbalance, chronic illness) — and why the nervous system is always part of the conversation
How we've become conditioned to outsource our health, our answers, and our healing to strangers on the internet — and why the most powerful answers already live inside you
Why safety and permission are at the root of emotional processing — and how childhood conditioning shapes our nervous system well into adulthood
Let's dive in!
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In this episode, I'm speaking to the health and wellness practitioners, service providers, or really anyone who doesn't have a salary and needs to generate revenue through clients and offers. Whether you're trying to stabilize your income, pay off debt, fund a launch, or simply prove to yourself that you can create money intentionally - this one's for you.
The 5 Strategic Ways to Create $5K This Month:
Sell a High-Value Intensive — Hormone audits, business strategy days, gut health deep dives, metabolic resets, content VIP days. People pay for clarity and speed. You don't need 30 low-ticket sales — you might only need 2–5 clients.
Run a Small Group Program — A 14-day reset or 4-week reboot. No massive launch required. Just a specific problem, a clear transformation, and a community that needs support and structure right now.
Resell to Your Existing Clients — Your easiest sale is always someone who already knows, likes, and trusts you. Past clients, warm leads, your email list — they are gold. A personal reach-out converts faster than passive posting every single time.
Host a Master Class or Workshop — I am obsessed with teaching, and one powerful class can lead to memberships, program sign-ups, and 1:1 clients. People are craving practical, truth-based education. You don't need a fancy event center — I've hosted in my home, and something special happens when you do.
Package Your Intellectual Property — You are sitting on a goldmine. Protocols, templates, guides, frameworks, recordings. Done is more profitable than perfect. Stop polishing and start selling.
Let's dive in!
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Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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I am so excited to bring you Part 2 of my conversation with Cynthia Thurlow — and we recorded this only 48 hours after Part 1 dropped because the feedback and questions from you were just pouring in. That told me everything I needed to know: this topic is hitting home. Cynthia's new book, The Menopause Gut, is out now and available everywhere — and honestly, I think it's going to change the conversation for so many women.
We peeled back another layer of the gut this week and went deep on some things that genuinely stopped me in my tracks.
Chapters:
5:57 - The Estrobolome & Your Meds
11:27 - Reclaiming Metabolic Health
36:38 - GLP-1s: The Real Conversation
44:33 - Gut Health & Your Bones
46:14 - Trauma & Ovarian Aging
51:17 - Starting the Conversation Earlier
Let's dive in!
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Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Chris:
Instagram | @chrisborsellino
Finance Discovery Session | Book Here
Connect with Jenn:
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Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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This week, Chris and I are sitting down together to talk about one of our favorite topics: building real, sustainable wealth without the overwhelm.
If you've ever felt like you're behind, like it's too complicated, or like you just don't know where to start — this episode is for you.
What We Cover:
We break down the four pillars of wealth that Chris uses with his clients every single day:
The Safety Pillar — Your emergency fund. This is priority number one. We talk about why three to six months of expenses matters, what that actually looks like for your life (hint: it's different for everyone), and the magic of just having enough to sleep at night.
The Future Pillar — This is your retirement strategy. RRSPs, TFSAs, first home savings plans, permanent life insurance — we break down why diversification here is non-negotiable and why the tax strategy behind your withdrawals matters just as much as the saving itself.
The Freedom Pillar — Our favorite one to talk about. This is where your money starts working for you — rental income, dividends, non-registered investments — the assets that buy back your time and give you options. Could you retire earlier than you think? Maybe.
The Legacy Pillar — What do you want your money to do after you're gone? We get into wills, estate planning, life insurance, and charitable giving — and why taking care of yourself first is actually the most loving thing you can do for the people you leave behind.
We Also Talk About:
Why building wealth is honestly kind of boring (and why that's a good thing)
The stats on why women tend to outperform men as long-term investors
Why lottery winners go broke (and what that teaches us about money mindset)
The most common wealth-building mistakes: starting too late, keeping cash under the mattress, spending your raise before you get it, not having a will, and trying to time the market
Opportunity cost — why your daily latte isn't the villain, but your intention behind it matters
How Chris breaks down $1,000/month across all four pillars (a simple rule of thumb you can actually use)
Why your definition of financial freedom might be different from your partner's — and why that conversation is so important
Questions to Ask Yourself After This Episode:
Which pillar am I strongest in right now?
Which pillar needs the most work?
Do I have a will? Do I have life insurance?
What does financial freedom actually look like for me?
What's one thing I can do this month to strengthen my weakest pillar?
Let's dive in!
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Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
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Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Chris:
Instagram | @chrisborsellino
Finance Discovery Session | Book Here
Connect with Jenn:
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Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. -
I literally just came downstairs from teaching a SYNCED class when I recorded this one, and I could not wait to get this conversation on the podcast. What started as a post-class chat with my ladies turned into the episode I've been meaning to record for a while now.
We are diving deep into your adrenal and thyroid health — and why, for most women especially in their late 30s and beyond, this is the missing piece that no one is talking about enough.
In this episode, I cover:
Why The Lancet's newly released study on PCOS (now being reclassified as PMOS) is a huge deal and what it means for how we understand women's metabolic health
How your adrenal glands and thyroid work together — and why chronic stress, overtraining, and under-eating are silently destroying that connection
The real reason your body isn't changing (hint: it's not laziness, lack of discipline, or a broken metabolism)
Why the hormonal buffering you had in your 20s and 30s masks the damage — and why midlife is when the bill finally comes due
What your period and symptoms are actually trying to tell you (your body is not broken, it's communicating)
Why strength training can become a withdrawal from an already overdrawn account — and what to do instead
The thyroid testing most doctors aren't doing and what you actually need to ask for
My honest take on aggressive fasting for women in midlife (and what I recommend instead)
What "training smarter" actually looks like — including why more workouts are never the answer
The lifestyle shifts that changed everything for me around age 37-38 and led to the creation of SYNCED
Let's dive in!
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Free Resources:
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Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
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Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
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Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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This week Chris and I are sitting down together to talk about something that comes up again and again — not just with our clients, but in our own lives too: money mindset.
In this episode we cover:
Why your income is rarely capped by your strategy — it's capped by your identity
The 5 most common money beliefs holding people back:
Money is hard to make — and why that's simply not true
I'm not good with money — money is a skill set, not a personality trait
There's never enough — how scarcity lives in your nervous system, not your bank account
Wanting more makes you greedy — and the guilt that quietly keeps you small
People like me don't make that kind of money — the invisible ceiling
Jenn's story from the Tony Robbins Business Mastery event in Las Vegas — being the only one at the table without a black card, surrounded by multi-millionaires, and what she actually walked away with
Why the rooms you put yourself in matter more than you think
How to stop outsourcing your financial power — and why you still need to have a pulse on your own numbers
The difference between hustle-driven income and value-driven income
How the way you speak is literally scripting your financial reality
Books we recommend:
The Psychology of Money — Morgan Housel
Think and Grow Rich (updated edition)
Money: A Love Story — Kate Northrup
You Are a Badass at Making Money — Jen Sincero
The Big Leap — Gay Hendricks
The Biology of Belief — Dr. Bruce Lipton
Millionaire Next Door
Happy Pocket Full of Money — David Whittles
Anything by David Bach
Money: Master the Game - Tony Robbins'
Podcasts Chris recommends:
Rational Reminder — Ben Felix
More Money Podcast — Jessica Moorhouse
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
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Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
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Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
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Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
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Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Chris:
Instagram | @chrisborsellino
Finance Discovery Session | Book Here
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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In this masterclass, I'm pulling back the curtain on everything I teach inside my eight-week program Ignite and distilling it into one power-packed masterclass. If you've been doing "all the things" and still feel like your body isn't responding, this one is for you.
What We Cover:
The difference between metabolism, metabolic health, and hormonal changes — because they are not the same thing, and confusing them is costing you results.
The top 5 struggles women come to us with:
Metabolic dysfunction (gaining weight, energy crashes, cravings)
Hormonal chaos (mood swings, anxiety, irritability)
Sleep disruption (why 1–4 AM wake-ups are telling you something)
Loss of body confidence and identity
Information overload and no clear strategy
Why your symptoms are the messenger, not the root cause — and how to start asking the right questions of your doctors, trainers, and yourself.
Blood sugar & insulin — the most underutilized tool for stabilizing blood sugar isn't a supplement. It's strength training.
Protein: the non-negotiable macro — how much you actually need (hint: most women are underestimating), how to hit 30–40g per meal, and why food prep beats meal prep every time.
Building muscle in your 40s, 50s & 60s — what progressive overload actually means, why cardio classes are not your best investment, and the five non-negotiables for real body recomposition.
Why eating less and pushing harder is working against you — and what to do instead.
Thyroid health & Hashimoto's — what to ask your doctor to test (beyond TSH), why antibodies matter, and how Christine got her Hashi's into remission.
The scale is the last metric we use — progress photos, tracking your lifts, and measuring what actually matters.
Food noise, GLP-1s & the wellness marketing machine — how to cut through the noise and find what your body actually needs.
Key Takeaways:
Your muscle mass impacts your metabolism more than your age does
One poor night of sleep is enough to dysregulate hunger hormones and increase cravings
Consistency over perfection — nail one habit before adding another
Stop cutting carbs; your thyroid needs them
The boring basics work. My most successful clients are my most "boring" ones.
You don't need more equipment — you need more education about your body
Mentioned in This Episode:
Andrea Donsky's book Nourishing Menopause and her research on 103 symptoms of perimenopause/menopause
Dr. Bill Campbell's body composition lab at the University of South Florida
MyFitnessPal for macro tracking
Jill Harris as a client case study (9 lbs lost, Hashimoto's into remission over 3 years)
Vitract / Tiny Gut Health for stool/microbiome testing
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
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This episode is sponsored by:
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Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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This one came straight from a morning walk with my husband Chris. He listened to me talk for the whole walk, turned to me, and said, "That was a podcast." So here we are — on what's normally a writing day for me — and I had to record this.
This is the conversation I don't see happening enough in the online business world, especially for women who are navigating the intersection of body, business, life, and a whole lot of change.
In This Episode I Cover:
Why the "more, more, more" model of business is a lie — and what I mean by that
My 30-year journey in the health, fitness, and business industry (from 17-year-old sole proprietor to multi-seven-figure company)
The early hustle years: driving to clients, teaching classes, opening my boutique studio Simplicity Yoga & Fitness Therapy Studios, and what I actually made after four years (spoiler: $960)
How selling my studio in 2016 launched everything that came after
My first online programs — making $11K, then $18K — and why hitting those numbers broke me in the most revealing way
The nervous system reckoning that came with my first million-dollar year
Why I chose not to double revenue at all costs, and what I focused on instead
The ecosystem model: why one signature offer is a starting point, not a business
How we simplified from 9 offers down to 3-4 — and did the same revenue with far less effort
Why I protect my team's nervous systems like a mama bear, and why sustainable success is the only success I'm interested in
The grief that doesn't get talked about: what it means to be a woman in midlife, releasing older versions of yourself, and stepping into who you're becoming
Why I build everything organically — no big ad spend, no app, no AI replacing my voice
What I'm building now: the Audacious Woman, a certification, and legacy work that leaves an imprint
Key Takeaways:
Don't confuse your ability with your capacity — you likely have more of the former than you think
Sustainable success > scaling at all costs
Your nervous system is a business metric
A business ecosystem needs multiple aligned pathways — not one offer carrying all the weight
You don't need permission to build differently. You need desire and the courage to stop abandoning yourself in the process.
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
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St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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I am so excited to welcome back my dear friend and colleague Andrea Donsky — nutritionist, researcher, and author of her brand new book Nourishing Menopause. Andrea has spent the last two years deep in the research, and this conversation did not disappoint.
What We Cover in This Episode:
Andrea's personal perimenopause wake-up call — despite being a nutritionist for 17+ years, she knew almost nothing about what was happening in her own body
The results of her landmark survey with over 20,000 women and 5,300+ responses — and why hot flashes didn't even crack the top 10 most common symptoms
The actual top 10: fatigue, brain fog, sleep issues, memory loss, anxiety, loss of libido, lack of concentration, joint pain, and lack of patience
The surprising and lesser-known symptoms women never connect to perimenopause — phantom smells (burning is #1!), itchy ears, cold flashes, vertigo, and tinnitus
Why weight gain isn't in the top 10 symptom-wise, but ranks top 3 in quality of life impact — and the 17 different reasons Andrea uncovered in Chapter 5 of why we gain weight during this transition (spoiler: it is not your fault)
The importance of relearning everything — how to eat, sleep, move, and even how to manage your relationship and your stress — for this new version of your body
My thoughts on the gut microbiome in perimenopausal women and why the same commensal bacteria keep showing up depleted in our stool testing
Top supplements Andrea recommends specifically for women in perimenopause and menopause: magnesium (bisglycinate and threonate), omega-3s, fiber, Vitamin D + K2/K7, and creatine (yes, for brain AND muscle!)
The fiber conversation — why most of us are getting less than half of what we need, and how Andrea's supplement Fibers makes it easier without the digestive upset
Protein intake: a practical formula for how much you actually need based on your body weight (not a blanket 150g-for-everyone recommendation)
Why the nervous system — not the endocrine system — is the #1 system affected by the 103+ reported menopause symptoms
The role of cortisol and chronic stress, and why managing it requires specificity and honesty (not just "reduce your stress")
The beautiful reframe: perimenopause and menopause as a time of reassessment, reclaiming, and stepping into who you've always been
Community, pickleball, and why finding your people outside your family matters more than ever for longevity
Toronto Listeners — Live Event Alert!
Andrea is hosting Perimenopause, Menopause and Beyond: The Conversation We Need to Have on May 7th in the Toronto area.
Grab your ticket HERE — this episode airs May 4th so you have time!
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
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Connect with Guest -
Instagram | @andreadonsky
Instagram | @wearemorphus
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Website | wearemorphus.com
Nourishing Menopause Book | Preorder HERE
This episode is sponsored by:
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Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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This week's conversation was inspired by something we keep hearing from our community: people who feel capped — financially and creatively — in their current jobs and are wondering what to do about it. Do you add something on the side to generate more cash flow? Or is it time for a full-on career change?
What we talked about:
The difference between a "side hustle" and a career change — and why I'm personally trying to retire the word "hustle." I prefer thinking of it as a lateral option to generate more cash.
Why spending less isn't the only answer. We talk a lot about budgeting as a society, but what about creating cash injections? Most of us have skills we're seriously undervaluing.
Chris painted our entire house for under $3,000 — saving us $15,000 in contractor quotes. That's a real-world example of a monetizable skill most people don't even think about.
When a career change makes more sense — you've hit your income ceiling, you're dissatisfied, or (as many people are experiencing right now) you're doing the same or more work for less pay.
The golden handcuffs conversation — we talked honestly about what it feels like to be 15 years away from a pension in a job you hate. That's a hard truth.
Chris's career change from construction to financial services — he shares what it really took, and why having a mentor who followed up made all the difference.
What to ask yourself before you leap:
Can you handle inconsistent income? Do you have a buffer (ideally 6 months of expenses)?
Are you willing to give up some evenings and weekends while you're building?
Is your job the problem — or your income level?
What does success feel like (not just look like) for you?
Multiple profit streams — my mentor Jack told me early on: never have just one. Even if you're in a niche, build more than one way to generate revenue.
Lifestyle shifts when you change careers — especially if you go from something physical (like construction) to something sedentary. We talked standing desks, walking pads, and our 2-3 daily walks.
Our own retirement vision — we plan around 60-65 and think in terms of best case and minimum case scenarios. Luxury for us means slow mornings, walks, and a warm mug — not a Four Seasons lifestyle.
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE
Spotify – CLICK HERE
This episode is sponsored by:
withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your first order and 20% off your first subscription order
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Chris:
Instagram | @chrisborsellino
Finance Discovery Session | Book Here
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice. -
We are long overdue for an updated conversation on low estrogen — and today I'm pulling it all apart. Estrogen has been villainized for far too long, and I want to change that. This isn't just about reproductive health or getting your period. Estrogen is a master communicator that touches your brain, heart, bones, gut, skin, mood, sleep, libido, and so much more.
In this episode, I cover:
Why low estrogen is one of the most missed and underdiagnosed issues for women between 35 and 65
The three types of estrogen (E1, E2, E3) and why estradiol matters so much beyond fertility
Why estrogen often increases first in perimenopause before it eventually declines — and what that means for your symptoms
The symptom clusters to pay attention to, organized by body system:
Brain, mood & sleep — brain fog, anxiety, emotional flatness, rage responses, waking between 2–4am
Body composition & metabolic health — belly fat shifts, muscle loss, fatigue, insulin resistance
Skin, hair & connective tissue — collagen loss, hair texture changes, joint pain, frozen shoulder, ACL issues
Vaginal & urinary health (GSM) — dryness, painful sex, recurring UTIs, urgency, bladder changes
Cardiovascular & bone health — rising LDL, heart palpitations, hot flashes, bone density loss
Gut & digestion — bloating, constipation, new food sensitivities, the estrobolome and estrogen recirculation
The symptoms I personally would never ignore (waking 2–4am, joint pain without a clear cause, rapid body composition shifts, recurrent UTIs, brain fog affecting your work, heart palpitations)
What to ask your doctor to test: FSH, LH, estradiol, progesterone, testosterone, full thyroid panel, fasting glucose and insulin, cholesterol, CBC, SHBG — and when functional testing like DUTCH or HTMA may be useful
My thoughts on DIM, sulforaphane, calcium-d-glucarate, magnesium, adaptogens (ashwagandha, rhodiola, maca), omega-3s, creatine, collagen, and vitamin D
Nutrition strategies — phytoestrogen-rich foods, cruciferous veggies, fiber, protein targets (30–40g per meal), healthy fats, and what to cut
Movement priorities — why resistance training 3–4x/week is non-negotiable for bone, muscle, and metabolic health
Hormone replacement therapy — what options exist, how to approach the conversation with your provider, and why your protocol will evolve over time
Let's dive in!
Thank you for joining us today. If you could rate, review & subscribe, it would mean the world to me! While you're at it, take a screenshot and tag me @jennpike to share on Instagram – I'll re-share that baby out to the community & once a month I'll be doing a draw from those re-shares and send the winner something special!
Click here to listen:
Apple Podcasts – CLICK HERE
Spotify – CLICK HERE
This episode is sponsored by:
withinUs | Use the code JENNPIKE20 at withinus.ca for a limited time to save 20% off your first order and 20% off your first subscription order
St. Francis | Go to stfrancisherbfarm.com and save 15% off your all your orders with code JENNPIKE15
Eversio Wellness | Go to eversiowellness.com/discount/jennpike15 and save 15% off every order with code JENNPIKE15 /// not available for "subscribe & save" option
Free Resources:
Free Perimenopause Support Guide | jennpike.com/perimenopausesupport
Free Blood Work Guide | jennpike.com/bloodworkguide
The Simplicity Sessions Podcast | jennpike.com/podcast
Get 20% on thewalkingpad.com using code "JENNPIKE20"
Metabolic Guide | jennpike.com/metabolic-guide
Get discounts at happybumco.com using code "JENNPIKE"
*code doesn't apply with Black Friday sale*
Programs:
Ignite: Your 8-Week Body Transformation Program | https://jennpike.com/ignite
The Peri & Menopause Project - Join the Waitlist | jennpike.com/theperimenopauseproject
Synced Virtual Fitness Studio | jennpike.com/synced
Services: Work With Jenn | https://jennpike.com/work-with-jenn/
Functional Testing | jennpike.com/testing-packages
Business Mentorship | The Audacious Woman Mentorship: jennpike.com/theaudaciouswoman
Connect with Jenn:
Instagram | @jennpike
Facebook | @thesimplicityproject
YouTube | Simplicity TV
Website | The Simplicity Project Inc.
Have a question? Send it over to [email protected] and I'll do my best to share helpful insights, thoughts and advice.
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