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How what happened when you were young is making perimenopause worse for you
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- Apr 9, 2026
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Summary
Summary: Have you ever found yourself uncontrollably crying? Angry beyond what the situation warrants? Or maybe after years of being an extrovert, you now just want to curl up on the coach and hide from people. Perimenopause is no joke. Dr. Natalie shares her own personal experience of emotional breakdowns during midlife, explores the science behind trauma and hormonal changes, and offers insights into managing these challenges through therapy and self-awareness. Keywords: midlife, trauma, hormones, therapy, emotional health, menopause, childhood experience, stress resilience, self-compassion, mental health Key topics: Trauma and midlife emotional health The impact of childhood experiences on menopause Science of hormones and stress resilience Therapeutic approaches for trauma in midlife Self-compassion and curiosity in emotional regulation Trauma from childhood can resurface in midlife, affecting emotional health. Hormonal changes in menopause can exacerbate past trauma effects. Therapy and self-awareness are crucial for managing midlife emotional challenges. Understanding your ACE score can help predict health risks in midlife. Practicing curiosity instead of self-criticism fosters self-compassion. Uncovering the Science of Trauma and Hormones in Midlife How Childhood Trauma Affects Women in Menopause Sound bites: "Some relationships just have a season for themselves." "I burst into positively never happens." "If it's hysterical, it's historical." Chapters: 00:00 Navigating Friendships in Midlife 05:59 Emotional Breakthroughs and Self-Compassion 12:26 Childhood Trauma and Its Impact on Relationships 19:59 The Science of Midlife and Childhood Trauma 30:16 Advocating for Your Health in Midlife Resources: Adverse Childhood Experience (ACE)…