Episode Description
The relationship between the food we eat, and our feelings can be fraught. Breaking free from emotional eating is rarely a linear journey.
What we eat isn’t just about hunger—it’s about how we feel. In this episode, Di Gillett sits down with powerhouse Terry Tateossian, who shares her inspiring transformation: shedding over 80 pounds during perimenopause and stepping into her power as a fitness coach for women over 40. They dive deep into emotional eating, the hidden impact of sugar, and the mindset shift needed for real, lasting change. Terry opens up about her cultural roots, personal struggles, and how she broke free from unhealthy patterns. From the concept of primary vs secondary foods to the role of resistance training in aging well, this conversation is a wake-up call for women ready to take control of their health—without giving up the joy in life.
Topics we cover:
- Breaking free from emotional eating
- Why resistance and strength training are non-negotiables for women
- How food reflects our mental health and emotional wellbeing
- Rewiring our relationship with food—from punishment to empowerment
- Tools for managing emotional eating and building body confidence
- Why wellness isn’t a number on the scale—it’s an inside job
Links:
Host: Di Gillett from Power Of Women

Terry Tateossian is a Menopause Lifestyle Medicine Coach and the Founder of THOR: The House of Rose, a wellness brand serving women over 40 through retreats, coaching, macro-nutrition and community. After facing serious health challenges, early perimenopause, burnout, and emotional eating while running a successful agency and raising two children, Terry rebuilt her health in her 40s and lost more than 80 pounds through evidence-based nutrition, training, and mindset work. Today, she helps women build muscle, improve confidence, support hormone health, and create a stronger second half of life. Terry has been featured in major media outlets and is available for podcasts, expert commentary, brand collaborations, and speaking engagements on midlife health, reinvention, emotional eating, menopause wellness, and strength training for longevity. Get her free macro calculator for her cookbook here.
By Ashley