2. Perimenopause & Identity: From "Losing It" to Leading It

Dr. Mary Pines gets candid about the messy, emotional, and physical chaos of perimenopause and menopause — and how this season of life can become your midlife metamorphosis instead of a meltdown. Through honest storytelling and science-backed insight, she reframes midlife as a time of transformation, helping women move from exhaustion and overwhelm to clarity, confidence, and calm.In This Episode:• Why perimenopause and menopause feel like losing yourself — and why that experience is biological, not personal• How to reframe the hormonal chaos of midlife as a transformation instead of a breakdown•  Practical mindset shifts to move from exhaustion and overwhelm toward clarity, confidence, and calmLinks & ResourcesLearn more about Dr. Mary’s work at DrMaryPines.com and her signature Better Beyond 40 Formula program.Join my FREE Skool CommunityFollow her on Instagram at @drmarypines for day-to-day inspiration, wellness insights, and a behind-the-scenes look at her life and practice.You can watch each episode on YouTube. Transcripts of all episodes can be found here. Watch my FREE MasterClass designed to help women 35-65 understand how to rebalance their bodies, overcome hormonal symptoms & lose weight using natural, science-based approaches they won't hear about in most doctor's offices or online.Connect with Me:Website: https://drmarypines.comNewsletter: https://www.drmarypines.com/newsletterFB: https://www.facebook.com/drmarypinesInstagram: https://www.instagram.com/drmarypines/Linkedin: linkedin.com/in/dr-mary-pines-phdPodcast feed: https://drmarypines.com/podcastShop: https://drmarypines.com/shopBlog: https://drmarypines.com/blog_______Disclaimer: The content shared on this channel is for educational and informational purposes only and does not constitute medical advice. Nothing here is intended to replace the guidance of your physician, licensed healthcare provider, or any information accompanying a product you've been prescribed or recommended. Do not rely on this content to diagnose or treat a health condition, or to make decisions about medication or other therapies.