The Midlife Marriage Crisis No One Talks About: Perimenopause, Burnout & Relationships with Brooke Davis

 Keywordsperimenopause, relationships, marriage, burnout, hormone health, divorce rates, mental health, communication, education, supportSummaryIn this enlightening conversation, Dr. Zarya Rubin and Brooke Davis, marriage and menopause expert, delve into the often-overlooked intersection of perimenopause and relationships. Brooke shares her personal journey of navigating hormonal changes and their profound impact on her marriage, highlighting the lack of education surrounding women's health in medical training. They discuss the rising divorce rates among women in midlife, the importance of communication and support in relationships, and the societal pressures that exacerbate these challenges. The episode emphasizes the need for understanding, compassion, and proactive measures to maintain healthy relationships during this transformative phase of life.TakeawaysBrooke Davis emphasizes the importance of understanding hormonal changes during perimenopause.Many couples face challenges in their relationships due to hormonal shifts.Education about perimenopause is lacking in medical training for healthcare providers.Divorce rates are notably high among women aged 40-54 during perimenopause.Communication is key in navigating relationship changes during midlife.Women often experience identity shifts during perimenopause that affect their relationships.Support from partners is crucial for women going through perimenopause.Understanding desire and intimacy changes is important for couples.Women need to prioritize self-care and rest during this time.The societal pressures and misogyny can exacerbate relationship challenges.Sound bites"This is a hot topic right now for women.""It's time to be loud, ladies.""We're not accepting this anymore."Chapters00:00 Introduction to Perimenopause and Relationships02:39 Brooke's Journey into Understanding Perimenopause05:41 The Impact of Hormonal Changes on Relationships08:32 Divorce Rates and Relationship Challenges During Midlife11:32 The Importance of Education in Healthcare for Women14:28 Navigating Stress and Burnout in Perimenopause17:23 The Intersection of Hormones and Mental Health20:18 Supportive Partnerships During Perimenopause22:59 The Role of Communication in Relationships25:55 Coping with Identity Shifts in Midlife28:48 Navigating Societal Pressures and Misogyny31:29 The Importance of Understanding Desire in Relationships34:14 Building Supportive Relationships During Change37:18 The Future of Relationships and Gender Dynamics40:02 Rapid Fire Round and Final ThoughtsConnect with Brooke: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/marriageinperimenopause/ Please like, subscribe and share this podcast with someone you think might enjoy it. And if you enjoyed the episode? Please leave us a review! It really does help other women looking to outsmart burnout discover the show.And remember, burnout is not your destiny; it's your wake-up call!Connect with Dr. Zarya Rubin:Listen to my TEDx talk about my burnout story: https://bit.ly/TEDxBurnoutLearn more: https://drzarya.comFollow along on IG: https://instagram.com/drzaryarubinDownload your FREE Outsmart Burnout Toolkit: https://drzarya.myflodesk.com/outsmartburnouttoolkit