In this deeply engaging episode of the Integrated Wisdom Podcast, we explore the intersection of spirituality, psychology, and women's midlife experiences with psychologist and menopause advocate Belinda Bayliss. After navigating medical menopause at just 26 following cancer treatment, Belinda brings a unique perspective on how spiritual exploration can support both personal healing and professional practice.About Our GuestBelinda Baileys is a psychologist, educator, and menopause advocate with over 20 years of experience in mental health. She specializes in training healthcare professionals on the psychological impacts of menopause and perimenopause, helping them provide more informed, compassionate care to midlife women. Belinda combines her clinical expertise with personal experience to challenge outdated narratives around women's midlife transitions.Key Topics DiscussedSpiritual Journey and Early InfluencesGrowing up in an Anglo-Christian household and questioning organized religionThe impact of losing a best friend at 20 and facing cancer at 26Discovering Buddhism as a more aligned spiritual pathMoving from doctrine-based beliefs to personal spiritual explorationIntegrating Spirituality in Clinical PracticeThe importance of seeing clients as whole human beingsCreating space for spiritual and cultural conversations in therapyDistinguishing between spiritual experiences and pathologyOvercoming professional fears around discussing spiritualityThe Connection Between Spirituality and MidlifeHow hormonal changes during perimenopause affect women's spiritual awakeningThe role of declining estrogen in rediscovering personal authenticityWhy midlife women often return to spiritual practices they abandonedThe freedom that comes with caring less about others' opinionsProfessional InsightsThe over-medicalization of human experiences in modern psychologyThe importance of holistic assessment rather than symptom-focused treatmentCreating therapeutic spaces that honor all aspects of human experienceThe value of grounded, spiritually-aware practitionersRecommended ReadingWorks by Master Sheng Yen on Humanistic Buddhism"Zen and the Modern Girl" (book that lived beside Belinda's bed)Connect with BelindaClinical Practice: Reset Psychology (telehealth available) Educational Platform: Flourish BeyondInstagram: @flourish.beyond_Facebook: Flourish BeyondFREE Guide: 20 Client Conversation Starters Guide:https://www.integratedwisdom.com.au/20conversationstartersBe sure to SHARE this episode to anyone you feel may be interested or benefit from this content.And please don't forget to hit SUBSCRIBE to keep up to date with our episodes and give us a RATING below. ⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ You can now send me your comments or questions, to [email protected] or you can also find me on Instagram  https://www.instagram.com/integrated_wisdom/Intro and Outro music: Inspiring Morning by PlaysoundDisclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational purposes only. It is not intended to be treated as psychological treatment or to replace the need for psychological treatment.

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