If you've ever gone searching for your phone while you're literally on your phone, you're not alone. In this episode of Mind Your Midlife, Cheryl unpacks what’s really going on with our memory in midlife — and why forgetting a name or misplacing your keys doesn’t mean you’re heading down a path of cognitive decline.

Let’s be honest: midlife comes with a lot of mental tabs open. Between hormonal changes, family dynamics, career shifts, aging parents, and a culture of distraction, it’s no wonder we occasionally feel scatterbrained. But the good news? These memory blips are common — and normal — and there’s a lot we can do to support our brains (and our peace of mind).

You’ll learn:

• Why hormonal changes like estrogen and cortisol shifts impact your memory
• How chronic stress and multitasking may be contributing to mental fog
• Why what you say about your memory matters more than you think
• The role of sleep, movement, and mindfulness in cognitive health
• Simple, doable strategies to help your brain reset, refocus, and recharge

Plus, Cheryl shares some of her favorite memory-boosting habits — like playing Mahjong, learning new skills, and the power of writing things down without guilt.

Take Action:

• The Story Cycle worksheet — to shift the way you talk to yourself
• Meditation episode with Angela Smith — an earlier episode with practical ways to calm your mind and strengthen focus
• Episode 29: How Walking Transforms Your Midlife Mind — why simple movement matters

Remember, needing a reset doesn’t mean you’re broken — it just means your brain might need a little care. Pick one small shift this week and give it a try.

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