In this episode of 'The Beauty In The Mess', host Michele sits down with Celeste Mergens, a renowned author and thought leader, who shares her inspiring journey from overcoming childhood poverty to becoming a global expert in menstrual and reproductive health. Celeste discusses the profound impact of period poverty on girls and communities worldwide and introduces her organization, Days for Girls, which provides sustainable menstrual health solutions. She also delves into personal narratives about dealing with trauma, the importance of mental and emotional well-being, and how little actions can lead to monumental societal changes. Tune in to explore how you too can be part of this impactful movement and learn the power of breaking stigma through awareness and cooperative effort.
She has been featured in Oprah’s O Magazine and Forbes and been named Conscious Company Global Impact Entrepreneur Top Ten Women, and Women's Economic Forum's Woman of the Decade, to name a few. Her #1 bestselling new book, The Power of Days–A Story of Resilience, Dignity, and The Fight for Women's Equity, shares proof that we can all make a difference.
02:25 Introduction and Welcome
02:40 Celeste's Journey and Early Life
03:55 Global Work and Menstrual Equity
05:48 Challenges and Sustainable Solutions
07:24 Dealing with Overwhelming Need
09:24 Starting Days for Girls
13:59 Trauma and Epigenetics
21:50 Mind the Gap Technique
27:57 Questioning the Negative Voice
28:59 The Power of Positivity and Its Pitfalls
29:31 Transforming Nightmares into Empowerment
32:06 The Impact of Unresolved Trauma
34:20 Finding Purpose in Unexpected Places
35:56 The Journey of Days for Girls
46:45 Breaking the Stigma of Menstruation
51:12 Conclusion and Call to Action
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