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Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support.]]>enSociety & Culture© 2026 Let's Work This Sh*t Outhttps://d3wo5wojvuv7l.cloudfront.net/t_rss_itunes_square_1400/images.spreaker.com/original/a9d40b3c7364718d46ec0336c5b81d0c.jpghttps://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797Fri, 17 Jul 2026 00:54:10 +0000MarenLet's Work This Sh*t Outmenopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.comWomen in perimenopause and menopause experiencing mood and cognitive changes who need clear, actionable guidance. Audio for this show is produced with AI assistance. Episodes are researched, scripted, and reviewed for accuracy before release. Topics...
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We then break down two practical tools you can test this week: a simple way to notice where your limits have slipped without conflict, and short phrases to use in the moment so you stop overexplaining or freezing. These steps focus on what you control instead of waiting for others to change.

Key takeaways:
- Spot the people-pleasing pattern before it drains you
- Use quick internal checks to protect your schedule and energy
- Practice short boundary phrases that reduce freeze or over-apology

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.
https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support]]>34817a03-ea22-4207-8cb5-f8fc4ccbcc89Wed, 15 Jul 2026 22:20:10 +0000MarenIn this episode we explore how perimenopause can thin your boundaries and make people-pleasing habits suddenly costly. Hormone shifts often amplify emotions while lowering energy, turning small yeses into resentment and exhaustion. You’ll hear a real...
We then break down two practical tools you can test this week: a simple way to notice where your limits have slipped without conflict, and short phrases to use in the moment so you stop overexplaining or freezing. These steps focus on what you control instead of waiting for others to change.

Key takeaways:
- Spot the people-pleasing pattern before it drains you
- Use quick internal checks to protect your schedule and energy
- Practice short boundary phrases that reduce freeze or over-apology

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.
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Key takeaways include:
- Note the exact trigger on paper to separate the event from your reaction.
- Use longer exhales for three breaths to calm the nervous system in the moment.
- Voice the story out loud without an audience to reduce its emotional weight.
- Distinguish the physical spike from the old narratives that amplify distress.

These practical tools help you move from wired 3 a.m. awakenings to steadier days with honesty and speed.

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.

Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support]]>7805fdfa-1b73-4fa2-89e1-86e848647256Wed, 15 Jul 2026 18:43:07 +0000MarenIn this episode of Menopause and Mental Health: Let's Make Sense Of This Sht, we explore how sudden triggers—like a partner's comment or an unexpected text—can spark intense emotional or physical responses during perimenopause, often fueled by...
Key takeaways include:
- Note the exact trigger on paper to separate the event from your reaction.
- Use longer exhales for three breaths to calm the nervous system in the moment.
- Voice the story out loud without an audience to reduce its emotional weight.
- Distinguish the physical spike from the old narratives that amplify distress.

These practical tools help you move from wired 3 a.m. awakenings to steadier days with honesty and speed.

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.

Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/menopause-and-mental-health-let-s-make-sense-of-this-sh-t--7148797/support]]>1938anger,anxiety,emotional-regulation,emotional-spikes,estrogen,grounding-techniques,hormone-fluctuations,menopause,mental-health,midlife-women,mood-swings,nighttime-anxiety,perimenopause,perimenopause-triggers,self-blame,self-compassion,shame-reduction,stress-response,trigger-identification,understanding-triggers-withoutfalsefullhttps://www.spreaker.com/episode/navigate-menopause-and-mental-health-daily-coping-strategies--72816346
Key takeaways:
- Use quick wins like gratitude notes to spot positive patterns early
- Try breathwork anywhere to ease tension and urgent thoughts
- Build a short list of go-to moves for unpredictable fog days
- Focus on immediate testing over big life changes

These approaches keep things realistic so you can adjust as needed and regain choice in tough mornings. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com. Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.
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Key takeaways:
- Use quick wins like gratitude notes to spot positive patterns early
- Try breathwork anywhere to ease tension and urgent thoughts
- Build a short list of go-to moves for unpredictable fog days
- Focus on immediate testing over big life changes

These approaches keep things realistic so you can adjust as needed and regain choice in tough mornings. 📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com. Support the show: https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.
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Key takeaways:
- Hormone shifts directly influence focus, word recall, and anxiety spikes
- Track sleep, lunch, and movement daily to spot clusters and triggers
- Share calendar notes at appointments for personalized treatment options
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📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.
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Key takeaways:
- Hormone shifts directly influence focus, word recall, and anxiety spikes
- Track sleep, lunch, and movement daily to spot clusters and triggers
- Share calendar notes at appointments for personalized treatment options
https://www.spreaker.com/podca...

📩 Have questions or want to share your experience? Reach out at menopause-mental-health@senseofthisshit.com.
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