# 732: The Silent Disruptor: How Chronic Stress Hijacks Perimenopause

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Podcast: [Energized with Dr. Mariza](https://stenobird.com/podcast/energized-with-dr-mariza-757830)
Published: 2026-03-26T07:00:00+00:00
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Balancing the overwhelm of family, work, and midlife symptoms, all while just trying to feel like yourself again? You’re NOT alone. In today’s episode, we explore stress as the silent disruptor of midlife—and why it can amplify so many of the symptoms you experience during perimenopause. We go beyond surface-level stress management and dive into how chronic stress impacts your nervous system, hormones, and overall wellness. We also highlight the often-overlooked power of connection and community, reframing them as a force multiplier for healing during this phase of life. You’ll learn simple, practical tools you can start using today to calm your nervous system and navigate overwhelming days with more ease and resilience. Ready to feel in control again? Tune in here to soften the stress and show up as your best self! IN THIS EPISODE What makes stress so silent in perimenopause? The biology of trauma and how unresolved trauma can show up as midlife symptoms How connection and community enhance your longevity Forming meaningful relationships and cultivating a sisterhood Simple and practical tools to build community connection Recognizing triggers and learning ways to ease your nervous system Exploring the benefits of breathing techniques, movement, natural light, sleep, and quality connections QUOTES “When you're under constant stress, which most of us are, this system gets stuck in the on position. And during perimenopause, we know that cortisol levels are often elevated, making every symptom feel worse.” “The effects of loneliness and social isolation have been compared to smoking 15 cigarettes a day. Loneliness increases your risk of premature death by 26%, heart disease by 29%, and stroke by 32%.” “When you heal your relationship with stress and build meaningful conne…

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