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Oh hey there — today’s episode of Walking and Talking with Me is a bit of a catch-up after a little break. I’m finally back out walking, and we’ve got some nice weather for once. I’m out here without my dog today (which is rare!) and just wanted to have a real conversation with you about what’s been going on.

First, a quick update on something new I’ve been loving: my weighted vest. It’s a 16-pound vest from Zelus (LINK) l that I found through my Amazon shop. I’ve been using it during my walks and it’s been a game-changer. 

Then, I dive into what’s really been front and center for me lately — my super fun journey through perimenopause. I give you my updates on hormone therapy experience — the ups, the adjustments — from progesterone and estrogen to recently adding in a small dose of testosterone. I share what it’s felt like, what’s been working, and what I’m still figuring out.

One thing I want to really stress today: finding the right healthcare providers makes all the difference. It takes persistence. It can be frustrating. But advocating for yourself is critical, and I walk you through some of my own experiences with that too.

We also get into something that’s not talked about enough — the loss of oxytocin during perimenopause — and how that can affect us emotionally. It's real, and it’s another reminder why self-compassion is so important right now.

And before we wrap up, I talk about something that’s been hitting me lately: aging really is a privilege. It’s easy to get caught up in the struggles and changes, but there's beauty in this season of life too.

Thanks for walking and talking with me today. I’d love to hear your thoughts or your own experiences — send me a DM on Instagram! And stay tuned — I’ll have more updates and conversations coming your way soon.

Quick reminder before we dive in — I am not a doctor. This is just me sharing my personal experience with perimenopause and what’s worked for me. Please don’t take anything here as medical advice. Always, always talk to a qualified healthcare provider about your own health needs.

Episode Breakdown:

• 00:00 – Introduction and Weather Chat
• 00:54 – Loving My Weighted Vest
• 01:53 – Hormone Journey: Progesterone, Estrogen, and Now Testosterone
• 04:35 – Why Persistence Matters with Healthcare
• 05:58 – My Experience with Testosterone So Far
• 16:00 – The Role of Oxytocin During Perimenopause
• 19:37 – Aging as a Privilege
• 24:41 – Wrapping Up + What’s Coming Next

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