717: “I Don’t Feel Like Myself Anymore”: The Mental & Emotional Reality of Perimenopause

February 3, 2026 in Podcast, Women’s Health 0

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Episode Summary

Feeling totally unlike yourself in midlife?

Don’t worry– this is a REAL and valid feeling.

In this episode, we dive into the hidden neurological shifts that happen during perimenopause, and how these hormone fluctuations impact your brain, mood, and sense of self.

We explore the mental and emotional realities of this transition— changes that are too often misunderstood or brushed off as something to just deal with.

Rather than pushing through, these brain-based shifts are a clear signal that your body is asking for a new level of support.

I’m breaking down what’s actually happening neurologically and why self-love and proper care matter more than willpower. Tune in here for the most practical ways to support your brain through perimenopause!

IN THIS EPISODE

How hormone shifts in perimenopause impact you physically and emotionally
Supporting your body in a different way during perimenopause
How perimenopause can be the awakening your body needs
The benefits of my 7- Day Metabolism and Hormone Jumpstart
Why simple, easy routines are the most impactful for you
All about my Midlife on Fire Collective and how it can help you!

QUOTES

“We know that 8 out of 10 of the most common symptoms women experience during perimenopause are neurological, cognitive, and emotional. That’s why so many women say ‘I don’t feel like myself’.”

“Perimenopause isn’t a breakdown. It’s a biological awakening. It’s a biological initiation. It’s your body asking for a new way forward. Not harder, not faster, but wiser.”

“Everyone was amazed at how easy it was to go to sleep a bit earlier, how easy it was to move after meals, how easy it was to move throughout the day, how easy it was to make a morning and evening routine that felt good to them.”