187 - Perimenopause & Conscious Choices: How to Make Clear, Confident Decisions in Midlife

In this episode of Hot & Healthy Menopause, Nicole van Hattem explores how perimenopause is not a crisis but a crossroads. You'll learn why this transition is your opportunity to pause, reassess, and make conscious choices about your health, relationships, finances, and future. Nicole shares her own story of brave, bold decisions — letting go of the life she was conditioned to believe she wanted, and intentionally creating one that truly fits. You'll also discover: 💡 Why pulling your energy back into yourself is essential before making big life changes 🧠 How brain fog, emotional swings, and hormone shifts affect clarity and decision-making ❤️ Why setting new boundaries can strengthen, not destroy, your relationships 💰 How to rethink your resources — time, money, energy — so you can move forward confidently 🌿 Why even small conscious changes (like decluttering) can free up energy and inspiration Nicole also gets real about the tough stuff: resistance from others, rethinking long-term relationships, and the fear that comes when people don't understand your evolution. ✨ Ready to create your roadmap for this next phase? Nicole offers tailored executive coaching to help you define your goals, build accountability, and enjoy the process of reinvention. Visit nicolevanhattem.com to learn how to work with her.