You're Not Crazy! It's Perimenopause with Jenny Smith

Jenny sits down with voice teacher, mindset coach, and former Broadway performer Erin Stewart for an encouraging conversation about self-doubt, confidence, and what it means to truly find your voice in midlife. Together, they explore why so many women over 40 struggle with their inner critic, how fear and perfectionism can keep us playing small, and why learning to speak to ourselves with more compassion can lead to greater joy and freedom.Erin shares her personal journey from Broadway to coaching women through the emotional side of using their voices, along with practical ways to quiet self-judgment and reconnect with the things that bring us joy. Whether you've ever felt like you're too old, too late, or not enough, this conversation will remind you that it's never too late to rediscover your voice, embrace who you're becoming, and give yourself the same kindness you so freely give to everyone else.Connect with Erin here: Website: https://www.erinstewart.net/FREE Joyful Singing Starter Kit: https://www.erinstewart.net/starterkitFind Erin on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joyfulsingingwitherin/Connect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

In this episode, Jenny sits down with Enneagram coach Angie Alchemist to explore how the nine Enneagram personality types influence motivation, habits, self-care, people-pleasing, burnout, and the way women approach their health in midlife. Together, they unpack why the issue often isn't a lack of willpower at all, and why understanding yourself may be the missing piece.Angie breaks down each Enneagram type's unique strengths, challenges, and hidden barriers to prioritizing health and well-being. From perfectionism and overwhelm to people-pleasing and fear of failure, this conversation offers a fresh perspective on why lasting change can feel so difficult. If you've ever wondered why you struggle to stay consistent, or why traditional health advice doesn't seem to stick, this episode may help you see yourself in a whole new light.Angie’s Alchemist Website: https://www.angiealchemist.com/Learn your Enneagram type with Angie’s Free Quiz: https://www.angiealchemist.com/EnneagramFreeQuizListen to Angie's Podcast here: https://www.angiealchemist.com/podcasts/enneagram-ego-death/Follow Angie on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/angie.alchemist/Connect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

In this episode, Jenny sits down with certified personal trainer and women’s strength coach Adelade LaFontaine to talk about why strength training becomes even more important in our 40s and 50s. They discuss the biggest fitness mistakes women over 40 make, why cardio alone isn’t enough anymore, and how building muscle supports metabolism, hormones, bone health, energy, and longevity. Adelade also shares simple ways to get started with strength training, even if you feel intimidated by the gym or only have 20 minutes a day. This conversation is practical, encouraging, and perfect for women who want to feel stronger, healthier, and more confident in their bodies.Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixConnect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Follow Adelade on IG at https://www.instagram.com/agmhealthfitness/Functional Movement Exercises on YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/@agmhealthfitnessAdelade Website: https://agmhealthfitness.com/homeDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

In this episode, Jenny discusses why sleep can feel so much harder during perimenopause and why sleep is critical in this stage of life. She shares a personal story from one of the most difficult seasons of her life and how it opened her eyes to the serious impact sleep deprivation can have on mood, focus, decision-making, and overall health.She also breaks down what happens during the different stages of sleep and why deep sleep and REM sleep are so important for hormone balance, metabolism, brain health, cravings, immunity, and emotional regulation. She explains in simple terms how fluctuating hormones, stress, cortisol, blood sugar dips, hot flashes, and nighttime anxiety can all disrupt sleep, then offers a few simple, realistic strategies women can start using to support better rest and feel more rested.Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixHormone Reset Project Waitlist: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/hrpConnect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

In this episode, Jenny shares the moment everything changed for her: sitting in a doctor’s office, feeling anxious and overwhelmed, and being offered a quick solution that didn’t address her symptoms. If you’ve been feeling like something is off but can’t get real answers, this episode connects the dots between perimenopause symptoms, anxiety, and hormone imbalance.She talks about how a functional medicine approach shifted everything, helping her understand the role of hormones, blood sugar, and lifestyle in how she was feeling. Instead of masking symptoms, she began supporting her body in a way that restored her energy, stabilized her mood, and helped her feel like herself again.This episode offers a powerful reminder that with the right approach, it is possible to reduce anxiety, fatigue, and mood swings during perimenopause and start feeling better in your body again.Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixIf you’re tired of feeling anxious, exhausted, and not like yourself, get on the Hormone Reset Project Waitlist: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/hrpConnect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

In this episode, Jenny tackles a question so many women are asking: Should I have my hormones tested? She breaks down why the answer isn’t as simple as you might think, and why you don’t necessarily need labs to know you’re in perimenopause. She also shares when testing can be helpful, and why timing and context matter more than most women realize.Jenny also uncovers what’s often missing from standard lab work and why so many women are told “everything is normal” when they don’t feel normal. She talks about key areas commonly overlooked and explains how to start advocating for your health so you can get real answers and support.Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixConnect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/IFM Find a Practitioner: https://help.ifm.org/find-a-practitionerDisclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

In this episode of You’re Not Crazy, It’s Perimenopause, we’re talking all about estrogen, your body’s primary growth and protection hormone, and what it looks like when it’s low, when it’s high, and when it’s balanced. If you’ve been dealing with anxiety, mood swings, brain fog, low energy, or just not feeling like yourself, this will help you understand what’s really going on during perimenopause.Jenny walks you through the common symptoms of low estrogen as well as signs of high estrogen, and you’ll also learn what it actually feels like when estrogen is balanced.By the end of the episode, you will be able to connect the dots between estrogen and progesterone and identify simple lifestyle habits that can support hormone balance, improve energy, and reduce perimenopause symptoms such as anxiety, fatigue, and weight gain.Join the Meal Planning Challenge here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/mpcDownload the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixConnect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

In this episode, Jenny explains why the strategies that worked in your 20s and 30s, like pushing through stress, skipping meals, or running on little sleep, often stop working in your 40s. As you enter perimenopause, fluctuating hormones such as progesterone, estrogen, and testosterone begin to affect your mood, sleep, stress tolerance, energy, and body composition. Jenny breaks down what’s happening biologically during this transition and why you may suddenly feel more anxious, emotionally reactive, exhausted, or frustrated as your body changes. Most importantly, she reassures you that you’re not imagining these changes and that, with the right support and understanding, it’s possible to navigate perimenopause feeling better in your body and more in control of your health.Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixConnect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

Perimenopause can begin up to 10 years before menopause, yet many women don’t realize that’s what they’re experiencing. In this episode, Jenny explains what perimenopause really is, the hormonal shifts behind common symptoms, and how to recognize the early signs, from anxiety, poor sleep, and mood swings to cycle changes, fatigue, and weight gain.Jenny also shares why stress becomes harder to manage during this phase and how supporting your body through simple lifestyle habits can make a powerful difference. You’ll learn where to start, including protecting sleep, nourishing your body with enough protein and fiber, and incorporating movement.Download the Protein Fix Guide here: https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/protein-fixConnect with Jenny here: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jennyaz_simple/Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/SimplifiedLifestyleCoachingTikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@jennyaz_simpleLearn more at https://www.simplifiedlifestylecoaching.com/Disclaimer: The content of this podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and is not intended to substitute professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. The host is not acting as your medical provider. Always seek the advice of your physician or other qualified healthcare professional regarding any medical condition or health-related decisions.

Welcome to You’re Not Crazy, It’s Perimenopause — a real-talk podcast for women over 40 navigating anxiety, mood swings, stress, and the emotional and physical changes of perimenopause. Hosted by board-certified Functional Medicine Health Coach Jenny Smith, this podcast helps women understand their hormones and midlife health so they can start feeling like themselves again.Each week, listeners gain simple, practical tools to support hormone balance, improve mood and energy, and navigate the menopause transition with greater calm, clarity, and confidence. Episodes include solo teachings and conversations with trusted experts, all focused on helping women thrive through perimenopause and beyond.Subscribe so you don’t miss an episode. New episodes release weekly.