<?xml version="1.0" encoding="UTF-8"?><rss xmlns:dc="http://purl.org/dc/elements/1.1/" xmlns:content="http://purl.org/rss/1.0/modules/content/" xmlns:atom="http://www.w3.org/2005/Atom" version="2.0"><channel><title><![CDATA[Julia G Wellness]]></title><description><![CDATA[Welcome to Julia G Wellness, a menopause health coach, a perimenopause health coach, and the place where change happens.]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/blog</link><generator>RSS for Node</generator><lastBuildDate>Wed, 07 Oct 2026 21:35:17 GMT</lastBuildDate><atom:link href="https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/blog-feed.xml" rel="self" type="application/rss+xml"/><item><title><![CDATA[Cheesecake, Chosen Family, and the Nervous System]]></title><description><![CDATA[Minority stress, queer midlife, and why the Golden Girls may have had the best wellness plan all along. The older I get, the more convinced I am that The Golden Girls  might have accidentally created the best mental health model known to humankind.  Four close friends. One house. Endless cheesecake. A rotating carousel of problems that got processed at the kitchen table.  It was brilliant! What the show understood, long before wellness became a thing , is that people thrive when they have...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/cheesecake-chosen-family-and-the-nervous-system</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69add6431b8e90b2a7e68fb5</guid><pubDate>Sun, 08 Mar 2026 20:09:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_08ff673a42be4d03b900a76bac358775~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_630,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[AWE Isn't Woo. It's Neurochemistry!]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why your brain chills out when you stop being the center of the universe I’ve always loved the ocean. Maybe it’s because I’m a water sign. Maybe it’s because I grew up in Florida. Either way, something very specific happens to my brain when I’m near water, and with this cold weather, I can’t stop thinking about the trip we have planned to Aruba this summer.  It’s one of my favorite places on the planet. There’s a moment there that never fails.  I step into that clear water, and I float. I let...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/awe-isn-t-woo-it-s-neurochemistry</link><guid isPermaLink="false">699372b2cf429c4fcb4ce68c</guid><pubDate>Sat, 21 Feb 2026 20:30:07 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_cccf3f8ed8ff4f5eadc643799cdfa6da~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[One Spring Is Not the Whole System-A response to New York Magazine’s piece “Why Pilates Keeps Pissing People Off”]]></title><description><![CDATA[I read “ Why Pilates Keeps Pissing People Off ” , and while I appreciate the attempt to capture the cultural moment around Pilates, the piece ends up painting with far too broad and shallow a brush. Buckle up, y’all, this is a long one, but hopefully you’ll feel it’s worth the read. The author frames Pilates as a trend-driven, weaponized aesthetic and, in doing so, overlooks the real bodies, lived experiences, and instructors who don’t fit the limited archetype centered in the piece. I...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/one-spring-is-not-the-whole-system-a-response-to-new-york-magazine-s-piece-why-pilates-keeps-pissin</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6993709f7ae93e4cf2f8aadf</guid><pubDate>Mon, 16 Feb 2026 19:36:15 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_3462f0810bf74487a0d8574205c39b9a~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Estrogen Is Not a Moisturizer (But Your Skin Knows When It’s Missing)]]></title><description><![CDATA[Why topical estrogen belongs in grown-up skincare conversations—for cis women, trans women, and anyone tired of pretending they don’t care about aging skin Let’s start by saying the quiet part out loud: Skin changes with hormones. Full stop. As estrogen shifts—whether through menopause, medical transition, surgical changes, or long-term suppression—the skin often tells the story before the rest of us catch up. Thinner. Drier. More reactive. Slower to heal. Less bounce. More irritation. Less...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/estrogen-is-not-a-moisturizer-but-your-skin-knows-when-it-s-missing</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6977bfd3f397423296aac889</guid><pubDate>Mon, 26 Jan 2026 19:28:20 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_c9b232895f2f4b5bb16b12737481bdf7~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_800,h_800,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Crushing on Agent Cooper, Living with the Fallout]]></title><description><![CDATA[What Happens When Your First Grown-Man Crush Ages—and So Do You When Time Shows Up Sideways   Time doesn’t always announce itself in a neat, linear way. Sometimes it shows up sideways—through a familiar celebrity face you’ve known for decades, a voice that hasn’t changed much, or a character you thought you’d left behind.   You’re watching television, minding your own business, and suddenly you’re not where—or who—you thought you were.   In this case, it sent me back to the 1990s. Back to...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/crushing-on-agent-cooper-living-with-the-fallout</link><guid isPermaLink="false">696d5bf63e23fce2937a0195</guid><pubDate>Mon, 19 Jan 2026 19:42:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_8570afc7f8be4e678b345c7d4ae60239~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_250,h_247,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How the Shingles Vaccine May Lower Dementia Risk — Evidence, Attitude &#38; Why You Should Care]]></title><description><![CDATA[We spend a lot of time talking about brain health like it’s a delicate houseplant: hydrate, move your body, manage stress, whisper affirmations, repeat. And yes — all of that matters. But apparently so does a boring little vaccine appointment  you may or may not have been avoiding. Because in the plot twist no one saw coming, researchers discovered that the older shingles vaccine, Zostavax , is linked to a meaningful drop in dementia diagnoses  over the following seven years — with the...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/how-the-shingles-vaccine-may-lower-dementia-risk-evidence-attitude-why-you-should-care</link><guid isPermaLink="false">695adaab582148ae56029f5c</guid><pubDate>Sun, 04 Jan 2026 21:40:59 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/758ce0fc2a7646ffbe847c97958d7f3e.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[What to Leave Behind in 2025: Letting Go of What No Longer Serves You]]></title><description><![CDATA[2025 isn’t about fixing yourself—it’s about letting go. In midlife, growth comes from releasing old habits, beliefs, and expectations that no longer serve your health, energy, or peace.]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/what-to-leave-behind-in-2025-letting-go-of-what-no-longer-serves-you</link><guid isPermaLink="false">694455ff5ee46165aa392c65</guid><pubDate>Sat, 27 Dec 2025 19:54:05 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_d608027e1db34708be1aa8cb0a4f46a7~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[How to Protect Your Nervous System During the Holidays]]></title><description><![CDATA[Let’s clear something up right away:  The holidays are not a test of your discipline, willpower, metabolism, or emotional resilience.]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/how-to-protect-your-nervous-system-during-the-holidays</link><guid isPermaLink="false">69444b27388dd9ea3dbe3f56</guid><pubDate>Thu, 18 Dec 2025 19:11:12 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_33b169840a6a488ea3205147b489c241~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Creatine, Menopause &#38; the Case of the Disappearing Muscle(Or: Why Your Biceps Are Ghosting You )]]></title><description><![CDATA[Are creatine supplements effective for boosting bone and muscle density during menopause?]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/are-creatine-supplements-effective-for-boosting-bone-and-muscle-density-during-menopause</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bed1b249c1fab316cf2662</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Weight]]></category><pubDate>Mon, 08 Dec 2025 17:09:45 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_ac3a7936dcd844099843914498ab4f69~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Meal Planning: The Grown-Up Life Hack You Didn’t Know You Needed ]]></title><description><![CDATA[With effective meal planning, you can take control of your nutrition. It saves time, reduces food waste, and encourages better food choices. ]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/could-meal-planning-be-the-game-changer-you-ve-been-searching-for</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68701328ac041791c7853631</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Weight]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 05 Dec 2025 15:00:30 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_31b9a102b16d4568bc3ad3cde60d580d~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Vaginal Microbiome Testing:  Could It Be A Game Changer for Women's Health]]></title><description><![CDATA[If you've ever had a yeast infection, you're probably familiar with the idea that not having enough good bacteria in your vagina can cause problems.  But why is the vaginal microbiome important, and what does testing it mean for women's health?]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/vaginal-microbiome-testing-a-game-changer-for-women-s-health</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b894842fd29102cb0197fe</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Hormones]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 28 Nov 2025 15:00:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_18fa4a7cf8c14df2aeb85671558c46e5~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Heart of Gratitude (Without the Cheesy Hallmark Nonsense)]]></title><description><![CDATA[A Thanksgiving practice for people who are grateful… but also tired. The Vibe. Ah, Thanksgiving. That magical time of year when we gather with loved ones, eat ourselves into a gentle coma, and silently pray no one brings up politics, parenting choices, or why you’re still not making your grandmother’s recipe correctly . But underneath all the chaos, casseroles, and emotional landmines, there’s something real: gratitude. And not the Instagram-caption version—real, human gratitude that feels...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/the-heart-of-gratitude-without-the-cheesy-hallmark-nonsense</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6917992cac91d0c222dabead</guid><pubDate>Fri, 21 Nov 2025 20:00:19 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_2b47db09c46f402d9a9b7d2d731d4117~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Stay Fit This Holiday Season: 5 Essential Tips for Your Exercise Routine]]></title><description><![CDATA[Here are five essential tips to ensure you stay fit and energized through the season.]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/stay-fit-this-holiday-season-5-essential-tips-for-your-exercise-routine</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bf6bae51377663b72f0219</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Anxiety]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Weight]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 14 Nov 2025 15:01:18 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_25b1550b36cd405f8ff848161bf56b2f~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Five Simple Ways to Keep Your Chill During the Holiday Hustle]]></title><description><![CDATA[This year, why not take a step back and prioritize your well-being? Here are five straightforward ways to stay calm amid the holiday hustle.]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/five-simple-ways-to-keep-your-chill-during-the-holiday-hustle</link><guid isPermaLink="false">687014ee317698044ac06f38</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Burnout]]></category><category><![CDATA[Anxiety]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Weight]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 07 Nov 2025 15:15:06 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/bba32c8486bc4596a99f61d320c20d4f.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Fifty and Fearless: Reflections on My Life at the Half-Century Mark]]></title><description><![CDATA[Turning fifty isn’t about midlife crisis—it’s about midlife clarity—the noise quiets. The striving softens. ]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/fifty-and-fearless-reflections-on-my-life-at-the-half-century-mark</link><guid isPermaLink="false">6907863bbb9a5281a8adab7f</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Hormones]]></category><pubDate>Sun, 02 Nov 2025 16:56:50 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_f9823d2477de420887c74c9655e432dc~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding Hair Loss During Menopause and Effective Solutions]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tips for hair loss during menopause!]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/understanding-hair-loss-during-menopause-and-effective-solutions</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bf6223fa139c3c205f0de5</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Skin]]></category><category><![CDATA[Hormones]]></category><category><![CDATA[Hair]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 24 Oct 2025 14:00:21 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_2cb0b17fc60d447787801104b391ca26~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Is Menopause the Cause of My Dry Skin Problems?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Tips for managing dry skin during menopause!]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/is-menopause-the-cause-of-my-dry-skin-problems</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bf631efa139c3c205f10a3</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Hormones]]></category><category><![CDATA[Skin]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 17 Oct 2025 14:00:27 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/11062b_0f14abe4b74f43ec96c2fe3168a4c4da~mv2.jpeg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Understanding the Link Between Perimenopause and Depression: Is Hormone Therapy the Answer?]]></title><description><![CDATA[Perimenopause is a transitional phase that occurs before menopause, typically starting in a woman's 40s and lasting several years. One of the significant concerns during this period is the increased risk of depression.]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/understanding-the-link-between-perimenopause-and-depression-is-hormone-therapy-the-answer</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68bed2dca6ccece51759e797</guid><pubDate>Fri, 10 Oct 2025 14:00:32 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_7e814abee2b04804876bed6d4f2bac70~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[Strategies for Navigating Menopause: Top 6 Tips to Help You Thrive]]></title><description><![CDATA[October is Menopause Awareness Month! Menopause is a natural stage in a woman's life, yet it often comes with challenges that can feel...]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/strategies-for-navigating-menopause-top-6-tips-to-help-you-thrive</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b9ebcb98886589b9fbdf15</guid><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Burnout]]></category><category><![CDATA[Anxiety]]></category><category><![CDATA[Mental Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Hormones]]></category><category><![CDATA[Weight]]></category><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 03 Oct 2025 14:00:17 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_ded1558ea06e42fb95199504db981269~mv2.jpg/v1/fit/w_1000,h_1000,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item><item><title><![CDATA[The Truth About Weighted Vests: Are They Beneficial or Just Another Trend?]]></title><description><![CDATA[But do weighted vests really offer the advantages they claim, or are they just another fitness fad? ]]></description><link>https://www.theagecraftpractice.com/post/the-truth-about-weighted-vests-are-they-beneficial-or-just-another-trend</link><guid isPermaLink="false">68b9f8f84c40c4b0142d5451</guid><category><![CDATA[Health]]></category><category><![CDATA[Perimenopause/Menopause]]></category><category><![CDATA[Weight]]></category><pubDate>Fri, 26 Sep 2025 14:43:24 GMT</pubDate><enclosure url="https://static.wixstatic.com/media/a9dc35_542d7b96622e4486abd2ded44aaa705f~mv2.png/v1/fit/w_1000,h_768,al_c,q_80/file.png" length="0" type="image/png"/><dc:creator>juliagranacki</dc:creator></item></channel></rss>