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EPISODE · Dec 19, 2025 · 17 MIN

Perimenopause: The Unexpected Upside

from Midlife Shenanigans with Tish

In this episode, I talk about something I’ve been noticing a lot in perimenopause and menopause spaces, especially on Facebook. So much of the conversation focuses on what’s going wrong. While I believe we absolutely need space to talk about the hard stuff, I also realized I’d been getting stuck in that negative loop myself. So instead of piling on more doom, I share seven positive things I’ve personally experienced during perimenopause. From having way fewer f***s to give, to standing up for myself with doctors, to stronger boundaries and a sharper intuition, this phase of life has brought some surprising upsides I don’t hear talked about enough. If you’ve been feeling weighed down by the constant negativity around midlife, aging, and perimenopause, this episode is a reminder to zoom out and notice what’s actually getting better too. Because yes, perimenopause can be hard, but it can also be powerful. Key Takeaways I’ve stopped people-pleasing and care far less about outside approval I advocate for myself more, especially with my health My periods are spacing out, which feels like a small miracle My intuition and boundaries are stronger than ever Rest is non-negotiable in midlife and I finally honor that I'm always looking for other middle-aged women to shoot the sh*t with! If you're interested in being a guest, fill out the form here.

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