Menopause and Mental Health: Let's Make Sense Of This Sh*t

Maren

Women in perimenopause and menopause experiencing mood and cognitive changes who need clear, actionable guidance. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release. Topics include: Menopause mental health — hormone shifts, brain fog, anxiety, and treatment options. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support.

Episodes

  1. 2d ago

    Build Healthier Boundaries Through Menopause Mental Health

    In this episode we explore how perimenopause can thin your boundaries and make people-pleasing habits suddenly costly. Hormone shifts often amplify emotions while lowering energy, turning small yeses into resentment and exhaustion. You’ll hear a real story of one woman whose evenings disappeared into constant caregiving until she set one clear rule about her own time. We then break down two practical tools you can test this week: a simple way to notice where your limits have slipped without conflict, and short phrases to use in the moment so you stop overexplaining or freezing. These steps focus on what you control instead of waiting for others to change. Key takeaways: - Spot the people-pleasing pattern before it drains you - Use quick internal checks to protect your schedule and energy - Practice short boundary phrases that reduce freeze or over-apology 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com. https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support

  2. 2d ago

    Understanding Menopause Mental Health Triggers Clearly

    In this episode of Menopause and Mental Health: Let's Make Sense Of This Sht, we explore how sudden triggers—like a partner's comment or an unexpected text—can spark intense emotional or physical responses during perimenopause, often fueled by shifting estrogen levels. Rather than labeling these moments as personal failures, we focus on spotting the spark fast and releasing shame to break the cycle before it escalates. Key takeaways include: - Note the exact trigger on paper to separate the event from your reaction. - Use longer exhales for three breaths to calm the nervous system in the moment. - Voice the story out loud without an audience to reduce its emotional weight. - Distinguish the physical spike from the old narratives that amplify distress. These practical tools help you move from wired 3 a.m. awakenings to steadier days with honesty and speed. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com. Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support

    Understanding Menopause Mental Health Triggers Clearly

  3. Jul 4

    Navigate Menopause and Mental Health: Daily coping strategies

    In this episode we dive into four daily coping strategies you can test this week to manage mood shifts and mental fog during perimenopause or menopause. These practical tools focus on small actions that slot into your existing routine without extra time or equipment. From noting three things that went okay before noon to a simple breathing pattern of inhaling for four, holding for four, and exhaling for six, each step targets irritability or heavy starts after restless nights. Real examples show how pausing during coffee prep or adjusting counts to fit your pace can shift your afternoon tone and reduce that familiar cycle of worry. Key takeaways: - Use quick wins like gratitude notes to spot positive patterns early - Try breathwork anywhere to ease tension and urgent thoughts - Build a short list of go-to moves for unpredictable fog days - Focus on immediate testing over big life changes These approaches keep things realistic so you can adjust as needed and regain choice in tough mornings. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com. Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podca... 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

    Navigate Menopause and Mental Health: Daily coping strategies

  4. Jul 3

    Understanding Menopause 101: Brain Fog, Mood Swings, and What

    In this episode, we dive into the often-overlooked mental health side of menopause, where hormone shifts trigger brain fog, sudden anxiety, and mood swings that extend far beyond hot flashes. Many women feel blindsided as estrogen drops disrupt memory and emotions, yet most doctors skip these connections due to limited training. Instead of guessing, learn how a simple one-week symptom calendar can reveal patterns tied to your cycle, sleep, meals, and activity levels—turning vague frustration into actionable insights for better conversations with clinicians. Whether exploring lifestyle tweaks or medication routes, this data-driven approach cuts through self-doubt and highlights manageable changes like consistent bedtimes or protein-rich lunches. Key takeaways: - Hormone shifts directly influence focus, word recall, and anxiety spikes - Track sleep, lunch, and movement daily to spot clusters and triggers - Share calendar notes at appointments for personalized treatment options https://www.spreaker.com/podca... 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com. 💛 Join Our Supporters Club ($3 a month) 💛 Ad-free listening + early episodes — help keep independent media alive. Click Here: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

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Women in perimenopause and menopause experiencing mood and cognitive changes who need clear, actionable guidance. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release. Topics include: Menopause mental health — hormone shifts, brain fog, anxiety, and treatment options. Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support.

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