Ep. 107 | Holiday Stress and Menopause: Why Pushing Through Doesn't Work Anymore
If you're already feeling the weight of holiday stress—the endless to-dos, the travel, the expectations—and wondering why your body just can't handle it the way it used to, this episode is for you.
In menopause, your stress response changes. What once felt like "manageable chaos" can now send cortisol soaring, disrupt your sleep, and stall your metabolism.
In this episode, I break down exactly why "pushing through" no longer works—and what your body is actually asking for instead.
Why Your Body Can't Handle Holiday Stress Like It Used To
You'll learn how to calm your system before it crashes, support your hormones through the holidays, and finally stop blaming yourself for being "too tired" or "too emotional."
Because this season, you don't need to push harder—you need to regulate smarter.
What You'll Learn in This Episode
Why holiday stress hits harder during perimenopause and menopause
How fluctuating estrogen and progesterone amplify your cortisol response
The hidden ways "good stress" still drains your nervous system
Simple, science-backed ways to calm your body before it burns out
How to use food, rest, and nervous system regulation to stay grounded through the season
Is This Episode For You?
If you're experiencing any of these during the holidays (or anytime stress hits), this episode will help:
Feeling overwhelmed by tasks that used to be manageable
Sleep disruptions from racing thoughts or anxiety
Energy crashes despite caffeine or willpower
Increased irritability or emotional reactivity
Weight gain or bloating during stressful seasons
Guilt for "not being able to handle it" anymore
That constant feeling of running on empty
This isn't about weakness or aging—it's about understanding how your hormones have changed and what your body needs now to stay regulated and resilient.
Resources Mentioned
Free Nervous System Morning Reset
Simple habits to start your day calm, clear, and in control.
https://cindistickle.myflodesk.com/nervoussystemorningreset
Join the Community
Menopause Made Easier: Real Relief & Support for Women 50+
https://www.facebook.com/groups/nobsmenopause
Get Personalized Support
Book a Menopause Hormone Clarity Call
https://calendly.com/cindistickle/menopause-hormone-clarity-call
