Episode 39: Why Your Nervous System Is the Missing Link in Your Perimenopause Journey

In this focused episode, Gloria shares her personal journey through perimenopause and burnout, and explores thecrucial connection between your nervous system and perimenopause symptoms.Discover why so many of your symptoms—from hot flushes to anxiety, brain fog to insomnia—are actually nervous system issues triggered by hormonal changes and learn practical techniques to reset your nervous system.What You'll Learn:The fascinating connection between oestrogen and nervous system regulationResearch-backed evidence showing how hormonal fluctuations trigger autonomic dysfunctionClear signs that your nervous system needs support10 practical, science-backed techniques to reset your nervous systemWhy trying to do this alone takes longer, and how to get supportResearch ReferencedUniversity of Colorado study (2024) published in Menopause on oestrogen fluctuations and autonomic nervous system disruptionNorth American Menopause Society research (2024) on vasomotor symptoms and autonomic dysregulationJohns Hopkins University study published in Journal of Clinical Endocrinology (2024) on declining oestrogen and sympathetic nervous system activationHarvard Medical School research (2024) on perimenopause-related inflammation and centralnervous system impactsKey Takeaways:Your nervous system and hormones are intimately connectedMany perimenopause symptoms are actually nervous system dysregulationSimple daily practices can significantly improve nervous system functionConsistency matters more than perfectionProfessional support and community can dramatically accelerate your progressRelated Episodes:Episode 12: Adrenal Fatigue - Understanding Your HPA AxisWork With Gloria: Ready to stop feeling stuck and startfeeling like yourself again?Schedule a Wellness Consultation: Get personalised support to understand what's happening in your body and createa plan that works for YOUR life. Connect with Gloria:InstagramFacebookEmailSupport The Show: If you found this episode helpful,please rate and review Beyond Hormone Symptoms on your favourite podcast platform. Your reviews help other women find the show!Share This Episode: Know a woman struggling withperimenopause symptoms? Share this episode with her — she'll thank you!Chapters00:00 - Introduction to Hormonal Health and the Nervous System03:03 - Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System06:09 - The Impact of Oestrogen on the Nervous System10:13 - Signs of Nervous System Dysregulation13:10 - Practical Tools for Nervous System Support19:59 - Building a Personalised Nervous System Toolkit25:02 - The Importance of Professional Support26:10 - Conclusion and Call to ActionSchedule a Wellness Consultation: Get personalised support to understand what's happening in your body and createa plan that works for YOUR life.