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Today, I’ll be talking about the 2nd pillar of our framework: Mood. As I'm sure you also noticed, things have changed. Some of all of the following may apply to you and to varying degrees: Irritability and Anger: Sudden, intense feelings of frustration or low frustration tolerance, often out of proportion to the trigger. Mood Swings: Rapid shifts between feeling fine, anxious, tearful, or angry without clear external causes. Anxiety and Panic: Heightened baseline worry, feelings of...

Over the next few weeks, I will be diving into more detail on all the pillars I outlined previously. This will hopefully create an easy reference point without overwhelming you with information. Sleep is also foundational to all other pillars. Your mood improves with better sleep. Your food choices are less drawn to highly processed sugary options. You have more energy to exercise, etc. You feel more balanced - and in fact, your metabolism and hormones are genuinely closer to homeostasis when...

Understanding the Importance of Each Pillar Sleep It’s not the first time you’re hearing about the importance of sleep, but let me explain why it matters. Perimenopause is a period of extreme hormonal fluctuations. When sleep is inadequate, it exacerbates symptoms and creates a cycle of discomfort. A dedicated post will explain why our sleep feels worse during perimenopause and provide tips on how to manage it. For now, remember this: compromising sleep as you did in your 20s is no longer...