Feeling overwhelmed all the time in perimenopause isn’t a personal failing. Here’s what’s actually driving it, including the ADHD overlap nobody talks about, and what helps.
Why you feel overwhelmed all the time in perimenopause
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EMOTIONAL EATING DURING STRESSFUL TIMES: A GUIDE TO HELP YOU OVERCOME IT IN PERIMENOPAUSE
As the end-of-year rush approaches, life can feel like a whirlwind of to-do lists, family obligations, and social gatherings. For many women, this isn’t just the season of giving - it’s also the season of stress, busyness, and being over-scheduled! And with all of...
CORTISOL: IS IT THE REASON BEHIND YOUR STUBBORN WEIGHT GAIN?
In an era where stress has become as common as your morning cup of coffee, understanding the role of cortisol — the body's stress response hormone — is more critical than ever. Especially for women navigating perimenopause. I am constantly saying that stress is the...
IS MUMMY WINE CULTURE DRIVING YOUR HEALTH ISSUES?
Can’t get through a tough day without a glass of vino to round it out? Tell yourself you deserve to unwind with a wine? Australia has a strong ‘mummy wine culture’ – the normalisation of drinking alcohol to cope with motherhood. Now while I don’t believe in abstinence...
WHY YOU’RE UNMOTIVATED (AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT!)
Have you noticed at this time of year that you have precisely zero energy and drive to get anything done? Low motivation is a common symptom at this time of the year, and for good reason. There are several key reasons that could contribute to why you’re unmotivated...
HAVE LOW ENERGY LEVELS? HERE ARE 8 REASONS WHY
Are you exhausted – like, all the damn time? Low energy levels from time to time is one thing, but when it’s your permanent state, we need to look at why. There are countless potential factors that could cause fatigue. But in my experience, there are 8 big ones that...
WHY YOU GET SICK OVER THE HOLIDAYS
Have you just had some time off, only to fall sick mere days into your vacation? It’s not just bad luck – there is a reason why you get sick over the holidays. Let’s take a look at why this happens, and what you can do about it. WHY YOU GET SICK OVER THE HOLIDAYS This...
SELF-CARE OR SELF-COMFORT? THE DIFFERENCE YOU NEED TO KNOW
Self-care is a term that is thrown around a lot at the moment, particularly when it comes to women. We’re told we should take more time for us – usually in the form of mani-pedis, bubble baths, massages and face masks. But what does self-care actually mean? And is...
HERBAL TEAS TO HELP YOU GLOW
Claiming to make the ‘perfect’ cup of tea is a bit contentious, isn’t it?! cool, I’m bold, but not bold enough to talk about black tea. I will talk you through how to make the perfect herbal teas so you get the most benefit when you drink them. Some of you may already...
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