Welcome to TMI talk with Dr. Mary where we dive into non-traditional forms of health that were once labeled as taboo or dismissed as Woo. Dr. Mary Grimberg is an orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist who helps people navigate perimenopause by addressing the fascia, lymphatic system, musculoskeletal system, viscera , and the nervous system.
Her whole body approach goes beyond hormone replacement therapy, showing how movement and rehab professionals can play a much bigger role in this process.
**New episodes will resume in Jan 2026 after the holidays**
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"TMI Talk with Dr. Mary" was previously known as "Sex and Wellness with Dr. Mary"
You can learn more about Dr. Mary at drmarygrimberg.com
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Episode 62: It’s Not Willpower: The Real Reasons We Struggle With Food with Gina Worful, RD
Season 11 · Episode 62
Monday, December 1, 2025 • Duration 01:08:23
In this conversation, we unpack the hidden layers of our relationship with food—how it’s shaped by culture, childhood, trauma, biology, and the nervous system.
Gina Worful, Founder of the Mastering Mindfulness Institute, is a registered dietitian who watched countless people struggle inside the conventional health model—white-knuckling their way through diets, blaming themselves when their body disagreed, and feeling more confused than empowered. She took a different approach: one that helps people reclaim their power with food, rebuild trust in their body, and understand the deeper patterns that I have seen often surface during perimenopause.
What you will learn
Why diets and willpower often fail and how shame keeps people stuck in cycles of control and “falling off the wagon.”
The difference between blood sugar crashes and nervous system dysregulation, and how each uniquely drives cravings.
How childhood experiences (like food scarcity, “clean your plate” rules, or cultural beauty ideals) can deeply shape eating patterns.
The powerful role of self-trust, pleasure, and embodiment in healing our relationship with food.
Practical tools for tuning into the body—like breath, awareness, and mindful eating practices—that bring regulation and freedom back to the table.
Why dropping into the body isn’t always comfortable (especially with trauma) and how to gauge your capacity so you don’t overwhelm your system.
Real-life stories, from mindful indulgence to scar tissue release, that show how body awareness can be both healing and empowering.
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to TMI Talk with Dr. Mary
00:03 Understanding Perimenopause and Food Relationships
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
If you are interested in being a guest on the show, please fill out the form here.
Episode 61: From Scarcity to Abundance: Money, Grief, and Growth with Mary Dee
Season 1 · Episode 61
Monday, November 17, 2025 • Duration 58:28
What begins as a conversation about money mindset turns into a powerful reflection on how we show up for ourselves and others, especially in a time where the world can feel heavy, chaotic, or even hopeless. We explore how our struggles with money often mirror other parts of our lives—like boundaries, control, jealousy, and grief—and how those "annoying people" or triggering moments are often mirrors revealing where we still have work to do.
If you’ve ever wondered how to stay grounded, generous, and connected when everything feels overwhelming—or how to move from scarcity into alignment—this episode is for you.
Mary Dee joins us. She is a dog Mom, chocoholic, best selling author of Asian Women Who Boss Up, host of the Mad Love Your Life Show, and a trusted business advisor and Conscious Closure Coach who helps businesses and individuals transitioning through break ups, and major life event transitions like divorce, break ups and layoffs.
💡 What You’ll Learn:
How money is an energetic relationship—and not just a number in your bank account
Why scarcity mindset keeps you stuck (and how to shift it without toxic positivity)
How to define wealth on your own terms so you’re not chasing someone else’s version of success
The surprising connection between nervous system regulation, trauma, and money flow
Why grief, jealousy, and even annoying coworkers can be mirrors for growth
How to show up as a healing force in your community—even when the world feels chaotic
Real talk on entrepreneurship, hustle culture, and what it really means to live in alignment
The power of gratitude, connection, and presence as tools for financial and emotional healing
00:00 Introduction and Episode Overview
00:57 Meet Mary D: Background and Expertise
01:30 Understanding Money as an Energetic Relationship
02:45 Diving into Money Mindset
Episode 52: Why Textbook Fitness Doesn’t Work for Real Bodies with Autumn Halazon
Season 1 · Episode 52
Monday, June 9, 2025 • Duration 52:01
We’re calling out the outdated, fear-based, and sometimes downright harmful approaches that still dominate the fitness and rehab industries.
I’m joined by Autumn Halazon, a personal trainer, Pilates instructor, and founder of Halazon Fitness with over 27 years of experience. From her early days in a full-contact boxing gym to her evolution into fascia-based, intuitive movement coaching, Autumn brings a no-nonsense, whole-body perspective to fitness for women over 40.
We explore how the “textbook form” obsession, aesthetic pressure, and shame-based coaching create pain—not progress. We also unpack how overtraining, instructor ego, and nervous system dysregulation sabotage long-term results for clients…and what to do instead.
Whether you’re a clinician, fitness pro, or just sick of toxic wellness culture, this one’s for you.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Why many fitness certifications don’t prepare you for real bodies
How form obsession and body shaming sneak into even “wellness”-based spaces
The harmful legacy of ‘knees over toes,’ posterior tilts, and ‘don’t arch your back’
How exercise intolerance, chronic pain, and burnout are often signs of nervous system dysregulation
What happens when movement is used as a trauma response
Why interoception—body awareness—is the real foundation of strength
How to coach clients who say “I don’t like strength training” (without forcing it)
Why overcorrecting or over-cueing is harmful
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to TMI Talk with Dr. Mary
00:35 Meet Autumn Halazon: A Fitness Journey
01:19 Challenging Traditional Fitness Norms
03:37 Real-Life Client Experiences
05:02 The Importance of Individualized Training
Ep 51: Healing Starts with the Heart: A Quantum Perspective on Energy & Intuition in Medicine with Dr. Mitch Abrams
Season 1 · Episode 51
Monday, June 2, 2025 • Duration 01:18:02
In this episode, I’m joined by Dr. Mitch Abrams to talk about the real science behind what we feel but often can’t explain: heart coherence, energetic regulation, and the quantum field’s role in healing.
We dive into:
What heart coherence actually is—and how it's measurable
How your nervous system sets the tone in every session
Why compassion and intention shift patient outcomes
How the Global HeartSync Project is tracking collective coherence globall
What the quantum field has to do with clinical care (and why it’s not “woo”)
If you’re a practitioner who knows there’s more to healing than protocols, this conversation is your confirmation—and your next step.
0:00 Introduction to Dr. Mitch Abrams and Heart Coherence
01:07 Dr. Abrams' Personal Healing Journey
03:22 The Intersection of Eastern and Western Medicine
07:28 The Science of Compassion and Healing
19:57 The Role of Practitioners in Patient Healing
39:35 Global Implications of Heart Coherence
43:46 Using Cell Phones for Biofeedback
44:09 Global Magnetometers and Coherence
45:07 The Global Consciousness Project
47:13 Impact of Collective Intention
49:03 Understanding Quantum Field and Coherence
51:04 The Power of Intuition and Non-Locality
58:14 The Role of Arts in Global Transformation
01:02:00 Challenges and Opportunities in Modern Society
01:04:34 The Future of Social Infrastructure
Episode 50: Rethinking Rehab for POTS, EDS & Hypermobility with Jill Stephenson PT, DPT
Season 1 · Episode 50
Monday, May 26, 2025 • Duration 01:09:58
I sit down with Dr. Jill Stephenson, an orthopedic and pelvic floor physical therapist, hypermobility/POTS specialist, and the newest member of our ResilientRx team.
We dive into the overlap of hypermobility, Ehlers-Danlos, POTS, neurodivergence and sensory processing issues and how these often misdiagnosed or misunderstood patterns can drastically change how someone experiences pain, movement, fatigue, and even relationships.
You’ll hear both our clinical and personal perspectives navigating these diagnoses, how they shaped our work, and what the traditional rehab model often misses with this population.
We cover:
Why POTS and hypermobility show up together more often than you'd think and how impaired connective tissue affects blood flow, energy, and exercise tolerance
How neurodivergence (especially ADHD and autism traits) changes the way people feel their bodies, process pain, and respond to cues
What "fatigue" actually means in this population and why pushing through can backfire
Why some patients need sensory-safe environments just as much as they need strength programs
How to spot when someone is overwhelmed and what about our language might be triggering without even realizing it
Whether you're a patient who's felt dismissed or a provider wanting to better your these clients, this one’s for you.
00:00 Introduction and Guest Introduction
00:40 Personal Experiences with POTS and Hyper-mobility
03:50 Understanding POTS and Its Clinical Presentation
Episode 49: The Foot–Pelvic Floor Connection: A Missing Link in Rehab
Season 1 · Episode 49
Monday, May 19, 2025 • Duration 17:38
We explore a connection most clinicians overlook: the link between the feet and the pelvic floor. Whether you treat pelvic health directly or not, understanding this relationship can drastically improve patient outcomes, especially for those with chronic tightness, pain, or pelvic floor dysfunction. You'll learn how fascia, the nervous system, and postural mechanics all play a role—and why traditional Kegels alone often miss the mark.
What You’ll Learn:
The fascial connections from feet → diaphragm → pelvic floor
Why tight calves, foot swelling, or poor toe mobility may signal deeper pelvic or lymphatic issues
How the homunculus explains the foot–genital sensory link
How foot pressure and posture influence pelvic floor contraction
Why traditional Kegels often miss the mark, especially for urinary leakage
How to use weight distribution cues (big toe, pinky toe, heel) to improve pelvic floor recruitment
0:00 Introduction to Feet and Pelvic Floor Connection
01:00 Fascial Connections: The First Link
07:38 Homunculus: The Brain-Body Map
10:12 Kegels and Pelvic Floor Mechanics
14:34 Practical Tips for Clinicians
18:08 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
Episode 48: Gut Health, IBS, SIBO, and Menopause: What Clinicians Need to Know with Shefaly Ravula, PA-C
Season 1 · Episode 48
Tuesday, May 13, 2025 • Duration 58:33
We dig into where traditional gastroenterology often falls short—and how functional medicine can fill in the gaps. I’m joined by Shefaly Ravula, PA-C a Physician Assistant and Functional Medicine Certified Practitioner, who shares how her background in GI and nutrition evolved into a more personalized, whole-person approach.
We cover common clinical red flags, what to do when patients have “normal” GI tests but still feel terrible, and how to blend diagnostics with nutrition and long-term strategy. We also explore how menopause impacts gut health, the nuance around HRT, and why patient education is everything when it comes to sustainable results.
This episode is packed with insight for healthcare professionals and curious listeners alike who want to better understand the gut-brain-body connection.
What You’ll Learn in This Episode
Red flags that may point to deeper gut dysfunction (chronic bloating, constipation, diarrhea)
How microbiome stool tests compare to SIBO breath testing
Why antibiotics, low FODMAP diets, and gut supplements only offer temporary relief
The connection between IBS and SIBO—and how many are misdiagnosed
How functional medicine combines traditional diagnostics with root-cause care
The relationship between estrogen, motility, microbiome health, and inflammation in menopause
Why HRT decisions should be individualized, not one-size-fits-all
How pelvic floor dysfunction and trauma can influence GI symptoms
What providers can do, even in short visits, to screen more effectively
Timestamps:
00:00 Introduction to the Episode
00:12 Meet Shafaly Founder of Precision Gut Health
00:55 Episode Overview: Key Topics and Takeaways
02:32 Dr. Mary's Approach to Whole Body Healing
03:17 Shafaly’s Journey into Functional Medicine
Episode 47: How the TMJ and Pelvic Floor Are Connected and Why It Matters Clinically
Season 1 · Episode 47
Monday, May 5, 2025 • Duration 16:41
In this episode of TMI Talk with Dr. Mary, we dive into one of the most overlooked full-body connections: the link between the jaw (TMJ) and the pelvic floor. If your clients are dealing with jaw tension, clenching, or TMJ issues—there’s a good chance they’re also holding tension in the pelvic floor. And if you’re only treating one site, you're likely missing the full picture.
What You’ll Learn:
Why tight jaws often mean tight pelvic floors
The fascial connection from tongue → diaphragm → pelvic floor
How diaphragmatic restriction leads to compensatory jaw and pelvic tension
The role of the autonomic nervous system in clenching, grinding, and guarding
Why HRV and breathwork are clinical tools, not just wellness fluff
How digestion, posture, and stress all play into this loop
00:00 Introduction to TMJ and Pelvic Floor Connection
01:55 Understanding the Fascial Connection
05:51 Nervous System's Role in TMJ and Pelvic Floor
12:41 Impact of Digestion on TMJ and Pelvic Floor
15:49 Conclusion and Final Thoughts
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
Episode 46: Why Endometriosis Is Still Mismanaged & How We Can Do Better as Clinicians w Heather Guidone
Season 1 · Episode 46
Monday, April 28, 2025 • Duration 01:14:30
Heather Guidone joins us to help work through all of the noise surrounding endometrosis.
She the Program Director of the Center for Endometriosis Care and a Board Certified professional health Advocate. She has focused on 'bench to beltway to bedside' efforts in endometriosis research funding and facilitation, legislation and policy reform, education, advocacy and activism, patient-centric care, and more for over thirty years; importantly, she is also someone who has struggled with the disease.
What we will discuss:
-Why the "retrograde menstruation" theory falls short
-Why birth control, pregnancy, and hysterectomy aren't cures
-The key differences between ablation and excision surgery
-Why diagnosis requires skilled listening, imaging, and sometimes biopsy
-How trauma, chronic stress, and nervous system dysregulation can influence symptoms
-The critical role of patient autonomy, informed consent, and individualized care
-How to find a skilled excision surgeon and what questions to ask
-Non-surgical ways to manage endo symptoms (like PT, stress regulation, and nutrition)
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Episode 45: The Missing Link in Rehab: Fascia, Lymph, and the Nervous System
Season 1 · Episode 45
Monday, April 21, 2025 • Duration 33:13
In this episode of TMI Talk, Dr. Mary announces a shift in the focus of her podcast towards addressing health and movement professionals. Dr. Mary highlights the importance of integrating mind, body, and soul in healing practices, especially for chronic pain management. She explores various techniques, including understanding biomechanics, the nervous system, fascia, lymphatic flow, somatics, and Eastern medicine principles.
She also emphasizes the significance of addressing emotional and spiritual components in healing and the critical role of self-work for healthcare providers. The episode emphasizes a comprehensive, holistic approach to health and pain management, aiming to empower practitioners.
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00:00 Introduction to TMI Talk
00:33 New Studio and Direction
01:06 Focus on Health and Movement Professionals
03:16 Biomechanics and the Nervous System
04:13 Understanding Fascia and Lymphatic System
05:25 Primal Instincts and Modern Lifestyle
07:51 Somatics and Body Awareness
11:47 Incorporating Eastern Medicine
17:51 Holistic Approach to Pain and Healing
23:46 The Importance of Self-Work
31:13 Conclusion and Future Directions
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
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Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
Want support for perimenopause that goes beyond hormones?
Whether you (or your clients) are taking HRT but still having symptoms, not ready for it, or can’t tolerate it...there’s more we can do.
I’ll be sharing practical tools from a movement and rehab perspective, focusing on the nervous system, fascia, lymph, viscera, and musculoskeletal system.
If you want updates on workshops, resources, and strategies to support this phase of life more fully, would love you to join my email list.
