Welcome to Hot and Bothered, a monthly gathering for women navigating the hormonal, emotional, and spiritual terrain of midlife. This is a space to connect, share, laugh, and learn—because you are not meant to go through this alone.

Whether you’re battling hot flashes or identity shifts, questioning everything or stepping into your power—this is your space.

Real tools. Real talk. Real community.

Because midlife isn’t a breakdown—it’s a breakthrough.

Each monthly gathering includes:

• A guest expert speaker who will do some brief education on topics like hormone balance, mood, sleep, libido, etc. followed by an open forum Q&A to ask all your questions

• Supportive group sharing and a unique group activity facilitated by Creative and Sound Artist Arlyn Ruddy of Awaken Spanda.

• Sacred sisterhood

This August, Athena Newell, MSN, FNP-C will be kicking off our first Hot + Bothered!

"Join us for an honest, empowering conversation about perimenopause and menopause—because it’s time to move beyond the myths and confusion. These hormonal shifts can affect everything from mood and sleep to metabolism and energy, and no two experiences are exactly the same. We’ll break down what’s really happening in your body and explore a range of personalized options—from lifestyle changes to medical and non-medical treatments—so you can feel more like you again," says Athena.

Bio:

Athena is a functional and family medicine nurse practitioner and the founder of STAT Wellness in Charleston. She specializes in hormone optimization, metabolic health, and root-cause medicine, blending clinical science with personalized, lifestyle-focused care. As a mom of three, she’s passionate about helping patients build resilient bodies and balanced lives.