Why Everything Feels Harder After 40: Nervous System, Burnout & Letting Go

What if the changes you’re experiencing after 40 are asking you to look at more than your hormones?

In this solo episode of Live Like a Girl, Dr. Mindy walks through how she believes women can use the menopausal transition to better understand their nervous systems, reconnect with parts of themselves they may have lost, and begin building the next chapter of life more intentionally.

She explores why so many women arrive in midlife already overwhelmed, why learning to regulate your nervous system may need to come before another health protocol, and how years of putting everyone else first can shape the way women experience this transition.

Later in the episode, LeAnn Rimes joins Dr. Mindy for a candid conversation about overwhelm, perfectionism, boundaries, HRT, nutrition, self-care, and what it looks like to listen to your body while living a very full life.

And for a limited time, you can get Age Like a Girl for $7 with free shipping in the U.S. and Canada only, while supplies last.

In This Episode, You’ll Learn

• Why nervous system regulation matters so much after 40
• How years of over-functioning can catch up with women in midlife
• Why play, curiosity, creativity, and speaking your truth matter
• How to build your own lifestyle toolbox for menopause
• Why women need community as they age
• Why saying no can become an important form of self-care
• What it means to create the next chapter of your life on your terms

Resources Mentioned

• FREE Nervous System Questionnaire
• Age Like a Girl (Get your copy for $7 & FREE shipping, limited-time offer)
• Reset Academy
• Qualia Senolytic, use code MINDY for 15% off

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Disclaimer: This podcast is intended for educational and informational purposes only and is not a substitute for professional medical advice. Always consult a qualified healthcare professional before making changes to your diet, fasting routine, or lifestyle.