Eps 428: Why Women Feel So Alone in Perimenopause (Even When They’re Not Alone)
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This episode explores the loneliness many women experience during perimenopause and midlife, discussing its causes and the importance of feeling understood.
Have you ever felt lonely, even when you’re surrounded by people? Not because you’re physically alone, but because no one truly understands what you’re carrying. In this episode, we explore one of the most overlooked challenges women face in midlife: loneliness. We unpack why loneliness peaks during our 40s and 50s, the hidden weight of invisible labor, and why feeling understood may be one of the most important parts of healing. If you’ve ever thought, “I don’t recognize myself anymore,” or “I thought it was just me,” this conversation is for you. Episode Timeline: 00:04 - The Loneliness So Many Women Feel in Midlife 01:35 - Why Women in Their 40s and 50s Feel More Alone Than Ever 02:45 - The Generational Expectations Placed on Women 03:30 - Perimenopause, Symptoms, and Feeling Misunderstood 04:55 - What Loneliness Really Looks Like 06:00 - Divorce, Hormonal Changes, and Losing Connection With Yourself 07:20 - A Client’s Unexpected Non-Scale Victory 08:05 - The Peak Responsibility Years 09:00 - When Everyone Needs Something From You 09:59 - The Invisible Labor Women Carry 11:00 - Are You Failing or Just Overloaded? 11:45 - The Cognitive Impact of Loneliness 12:35…
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