31. Perimenopause Unfiltered: Hormones, GLP-1s, Mental Health & Finding Your Way Back to Yourself

In this week’s episode, I’m diving into the beautifully chaotic constellation of perimenopause, menopause, GLP-1 medications, hormones, and mental health — because so many of us are quietly navigating these changes without a roadmap. I talk about what GLP-1s actually are, how they work in the body, and the realities behind using them for metabolic support and appetite regulation. We get into the layers of hormone fluctuation, why perimenopause feels like a fever dream wrapped in a plot twist, and how SSRI's have supported my own mental and emotional regulation during this season of life.This episode is essentially one big hug and a deep exhale — normalizing the mood changes, brain fog, body changes, emotional sensitivity, and identity shifts that happen when our hormones decide to throw a little revolution of their own. Whether you're considering GLP-1s, noticing shifts in your cycle, riding the waves of perimenopause, or curious about how medication can possibly help stabilize the emotional landscape, this conversation is grounded, personal, informative, and infused with humor… because honestly, sometimes we have to laugh so we don’t cry.If you’ve been wondering “Is it just me?” — it’s absolutely not just you. And you deserve support, clarity, compassion, and real-talk information during this transition.