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EPISODE · May 20, 2025 · 26 MIN

Imposter Syndrome and Perimenopause

from Work Family Me - Conversations with Maude · host Maude Burger-Smith

Something that is often underplayed in menopause is the identity shift that can accompany us. The loss of a way we used to think or be able to cope with things. The worries about whether we can still add value. In our 40s we are often navigating bigger careers and businesses and responsibilities than ever before. Changes in how we feel, in our energy levels, in how we can remember things can deeply impact our confidence and clarity and feeling of self. In this solo episode I:Unpack self doubt or “imposter syndrome”Give you 4 questions to ask EVERY time you feel like a fraudLook at how what might be happening hormonally can lay over thisShare some examples from my own coaching practice and leadership groupsI’ve made a resource to remind you of the 4 questions to unpack your self-doubt and show the phases of hormonal change, some indicators, ideas for support. Get it here:  Perimenopause and “Imposter Syndrome”Download these 3 additional resources to support you:Perimenopause phases and timing - check where you are right nowIndicators of hormonal changes - use this as a tracker and support in conversations with your medical practitionersMenopause Experts - this is a list of the guests that spoke to me for this season. They are all awesome and might be helpful for you to connect with. Want to work with me? Enrollment for my next female leadership programme EXPAND is OPEN - you can see full details here

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Something that is often underplayed in menopause is the identity shift that can accompany us. The loss of a way we used to think or be able to cope with things. The worries about whether we can still add value. In our 40s we are often navigating...

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