In this episode Coach Mel chat's about the importance of taking control of your own health and understanding your body. She highlights that it is not our doctor's responsibility to educate us on our own body. For several reasons including: That women were excluded from scientific research until the 1970s, The lack of generational support and conversation about women's bodies The dynamic nature of women's needs. She encourages listeners to consider what gives them energy, when to let go of things that aren't working, and how to trust a change of direction. 00:00 Taking Responsibility for Our Body Education 03:20 The Exclusion of Women in Scientific Research 06:23 The Lack of Generational Support and Conversation 09:04 The Dynamic Needs of Women's Bodies 11:48 The Interconnectedness of Physical and Emotional Health 14:12 Reflecting on What Gives Us Energy and When to Let Go