Odd Socks and Overwhelm: Why the Small Things Hit Harder in Perimenopause

In this episode, Roberta explores how the small, unnecessary pressures we carry every day—matching socks, tidy houses, perfect routines—quietly overload our stress bucket, especially during perimenopause when hormonal changes reduce resilience.Through a personal story involving her now-famous odd socks, Roberta illustrates how letting go of perfectionism and unnecessary decisions can create vital space for energy, health, joy, and the things that truly matter.You’ll learn:Why your “stress bucket” overflows more easily during perimenopauseHow invisible loads—like comparisons, guilt, and micro-decisions—erode resiliencePractical ways to remove unnecessary stressors from your daySimple changes that make room for movement, rest, and the things that support your healthWhy reducing small stresses makes it easier to manage symptoms and feel more yourself againIf your stress bucket feels permanently full, there is another way.Support Mentioned in This Episode:Menopause MOT – personalised assessment and supportCONTROL Sessions – to address subconscious patterns contributing to overwhelmSend us Fan Mailwww.thriveandshinewomenswellness.co.ukFree Masterclass: Is Perimenopause Causing Your Symptoms? → Click here to watchSupporting women’s health transitions with physiotherapy, menopause mentoring, Pilates and subconscious mindset tools.Follow, subscribe and share the Making Sense of Menopause podcast to help more women access the support they deserve.