So many women in midlife say the same thing: "I feel heavier inside, and I don't know why."

The truth is, hormonal shifts during perimenopause and menopause can profoundly affect your emotions — often in ways no one ever warned you about.

In this compassionate episode of Tea & Truth, Lynne breaks down the real science behind the emotional weight of hormonal change, including how fluctuations in estrogen, progesterone, cortisol, and neurotransmitters influence your mood, stress tolerance, sleep, and overall emotional stability.

We also explore the human experience — the overwhelm, the irritability, the tears that come out of nowhere, the feeling that small things suddenly feel big, and why midlife tends to amplify everything emotionally.

🌿 In this episode, you'll learn:

• Why hormonal shifts intensify emotions in midlife
• How estrogen + progesterone changes impact mood and stress
• How to recognize emotional "weight" vs. emotional "reactivity"
• What your body is actually asking for during hormone transitions
• Nervous system tools to calm overwhelm and regulate emotions
• Daily practices that help lighten your emotional load

You'll walk away with a deeper understanding of your body — and supportive strategies to help you feel grounded, steady, and emotionally lighter again.

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Flourish in Midlife: 5 Essential Steps to Feeling Like Yourself Again

If hot flashes, mood swings, stubborn weight, or low energy have left you wondering, "What happened to me?" — you're not alone. And you're not stuck this way.

This free guide gives you the 5 simple, sustainable steps that help midlife women feel clearer, lighter, more balanced, and more like themselves again. You'll learn how to steady your hormones, rebuild your energy, and confidently move through this season with more ease.

✨ Ready to feel in control again — and excited about the woman you're becoming?
Grab your free copy here:
https://holistic-healthandwellness.com/flourish-in-midlife/

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