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- Brain Fog in Menopause: Why It’s Not a Performance Problem
Have you ever walked into a meeting and suddenly lost your train of thought?
In this episode, Liz talks about one of the most common and unsettling menopause symptoms: brain fog. If you’ve been forgetting words, struggling to concentrate, or feeling less sharp at work, this is a reminder that you’re not losing your capability; your brain is responding to hormonal change, stress, and poor sleep, not personal failure.
Liz explores why brain fog happens during perimenopause and menopause, why it can feel so frightening for busy women, and the small practical shifts that can help support focus, clarity, and confidence again.
Follow the podcast and share this episode with someone who needs it. Check the link in the show notes for The Seven Day Mini Reset for practical menopause support.
#Menopause #Perimenopause #BrainFog #MenopauseAtWork #HormoneHealth #NervousSystemSupport
Grounded in Liz’s menopause coaching approach, workplace-awareness messaging, and supportive LiVE framework.
5 min - I Don’t Have Time” — How Menopause Exhaustion Is a Warning Sign
How often do you tell yourself, I just don’t have time? In this episode, Liz explores why that phrase is so common for busy women navigating perimenopause and menopause - and why constant exhaustion may be more than a full diary. It can be a warning sign from your body that something needs attention.
Liz talks about the pressure many midlife women carry, from work and family to caring responsibilities, and why pushing through no longer works the same way during menopause. She shares a gentler approach to fatigue, stress, nervous system regulation, movement, rest, and self-care, reminding you that even five minutes can begin to make a difference.
A supportive episode for anyone experiencing menopause fatigue, burnout, brain fog, stress, low energy, and overwhelm.
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5 min - A Simple Breathing Technique for Menopause Anxiety (You Can Use at Work)
Menopause anxiety can appear out of nowhere — in a meeting, during a conversation, or halfway through a sentence when your mind suddenly goes blank. In this episode, Liz shares a simple breathing technique you can use at work or on the go to help calm your nervous system and feel more grounded in the moment. If perimenopause or menopause has left you feeling more on edge, this is a gentle, practical tool to help you regain clarity and control.
Highlights:
- Why anxiety can feel stronger during perimenopause and menopause
- How hormonal changes affect the nervous system
- A simple 3–3–5 breathing technique to calm stress fast
- How to use this tool discreetly at work, in meetings, or between calls
- A reminder that small daily resets can make a big difference
Keywords: menopause anxiety, perimenopause, breathing technique, workplace menopause support, nervous system regulation, stress at work, brain fog, menopause confidence
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5 min - Why Am I Craving Sugar in Perimenopause? The Hormone Truth
If you’ve suddenly found yourself craving sugar, chocolate, biscuits or toast in the afternoon and wondering what’s wrong with you, this episode is for you.
Liz gently explains why sugar cravings can become stronger during perimenopause and menopause, and why they’re often linked to fluctuating oestrogen, blood sugar dips, stress, tiredness and serotonin changes rather than a lack of willpower.
This is a supportive conversation about listening to your body with curiosity, creating steadier energy, and using nourishment instead of self-criticism.
A calm, practical episode for busy women who want to feel more in control of cravings, mood and energy in midlife.
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5 min - How Do I Know If It’s Perimenopause? Early Signs & Symptoms Explained
Have you been feeling “not quite yourself” but can’t explain why?
In this opening episode of Thrive Through Menopause, Liz Lay explores the early, often subtle signs of perimenopause - from disrupted sleep and anxiety to brain fog, bloating, and changes in confidence at work.
Many women assume they simply need to cope better. But fluctuating hormones impact the nervous system, mood, cognition, digestion and energy long before hot flushes appear.
This episode offers clarity, reassurance, and a powerful mindset shift: awareness reduces self-blame. When you understand what’s happening in your body, you can respond with calm rather than criticism.
If this resonates, follow the podcast and explore practical support through The Seven Day Mini Reset below.
#Perimenopause #MenopauseSupport #MenopauseAtWork #HormoneHealth #NervousSystemRegulation
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5 min - Trailer
I’m Liz Lay. I’m a certified menopause coach, and after more than thirty years working in corporate roles, I made the decision to retrain because of my own experience with menopause.
Brain fog. Anxiety. Hot flushes.
That feeling of not quite recognising myself.
I kept thinking I just needed to try harder.
But menopause isn’t about trying harder.
It’s about understanding what’s happening in your body, and working with it instead of against it.
This podcast is for busy women navigating perimenopause and menopause who want to feel calmer, clearer and more in control, especially at work.
In these short episodes, I’ll share practical, realistic support around sleep, stress, movement, nourishment and boundaries. The small daily shifts that actually make a difference.
We’ll also talk about the workplace, because menopause doesn’t switch off when you walk into a meeting.
You’re not losing your capability.
You’re moving through a transition.
If you’re ready for honest conversations and steady support, follow the podcast and let’s take this next chapter step by step.
Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/Liz1ay/?viewas=100000686899395
LinkedIn: www.linkedin.com/in/liz-lay-367072b
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lizlay_menopause?igsh=enBvaWxqaHdtcnFi&utm_source=qr
7 DAY MINI RESET
Freebie: https://lnkd.in/enthMgRZ
Join the Menopause Moments private facebook group https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1DSPmR6kog/?mibextid=wwXIfr
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About Menopause
From the publisher's feed
Have you found yourself thinking… Why does everything suddenly feel harder? You’re more tired than you used to be. You walk into a room and forget why you’re there. Your confidence dips in meetings that never used to faze you. And you’re still trying to keep work, home, and everyone else going. If that sounds familiar, you’re not alone.
I’m Liz Lay. I’m a certified menopause coach, and after more than thirty years working in corporate roles, I made the decision to retrain because of my own experience with menopause. Brain fog. Anxiety. Hot flushes. That feeling of not quite recognising myself. I kept thinking I just needed to try harder. But menopause isn’t about trying harder. It’s about understanding what’s happening in your body, and working with it instead of against it. This podcast is for busy women navigating perimenopause and menopause who want to feel calmer, clearer and more in control, especially at work. In these short episodes, I’ll share practical, realistic support around sleep, stress, movement, nourishment and boundaries. The small daily shifts that actually make a difference. We’ll also talk about the workplace, because menopause doesn’t switch off when you walk into a meeting. You’re not losing your capability. You’re moving through a transition. If you’re ready for honest conversations and steady support, follow the podcast and let’s take this next chapter step by step.