Beyond Hormone Symptoms Podcast

Episode 39: Why Your Nervous System Is the Missing Link in Your Perimenopause Journey


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In this focused episode, Gloria shares her personal journey through perimenopause and burnout, and explores thecrucial connection between your nervous system and perimenopause symptoms.

Discover why so many of your symptoms—from hot flushes to anxiety, brain fog to insomnia—are actually nervous system issues triggered by hormonal changes and learn practical techniques to reset your nervous system.

What You'll Learn:

  • The fascinating connection between oestrogen and nervous system regulation
  • Research-backed evidence showing how hormonal fluctuations trigger autonomic dysfunction
  • Clear signs that your nervous system needs support
  • 10 practical, science-backed techniques to reset your nervous system
  • Why trying to do this alone takes longer, and how to get support


Research Referenced

  • University of Colorado study (2024) published in Menopause on oestrogen fluctuations and autonomic nervous system disruption
  • North American Menopause Society research (2024) on vasomotor symptoms and autonomic dysregulation
  • Johns Hopkins University study published in Journal of Clinical Endocrinology (2024) on declining oestrogen and sympathetic nervous system activation
  • Harvard Medical School research (2024) on perimenopause-related inflammation and centralnervous system impacts

Key Takeaways:

  • Your nervous system and hormones are intimately connected
  • Many perimenopause symptoms are actually nervous system dysregulation
  • Simple daily practices can significantly improve nervous system function
  • Consistency matters more than perfection
  • Professional support and community can dramatically accelerate your progress

Related Episodes:

Episode 12: Adrenal Fatigue - Understanding Your HPA AxisWork With Gloria: Ready to stop feeling stuck and startfeeling like yourself again?

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Chapters

  • 00:00 - Introduction to Hormonal Health and the Nervous System
  • 03:03 - Understanding the Autonomic Nervous System
  • 06:09 - The Impact of Oestrogen on the Nervous System
  • 10:13 - Signs of Nervous System Dysregulation
  • 13:10 - Practical Tools for Nervous System Support
  • 19:59 - Building a Personalised Nervous System Toolkit
  • 25:02 - The Importance of Professional Support
  • 26:10 - Conclusion and Call to Action

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Beyond Hormone Symptoms PodcastBy Gloria Halim