Today, I am thrilled to speak with Dr. Carrie Jones to delve into the concept of the "middle pause," which refers to the transition from perimenopause to menopause. We’ll examine how lifestyle habits that were effective in women's 20s and 30s may lose their efficacy during this phase. Dr. Jones emphasizes the reduced capacity to "burn the candle at both ends" and the transition from people-pleasing to more straightforward communication. We’ll cover the behavioral impacts of hormonal changes, the significance of hormone replacement therapy (HRT), and the importance of adrenal health. We both stress the need for women to seek supportive healthcare providers and embrace this transitional period. Tune in!
IN THIS EPISODE YOU WILL LEARN:
The concept of "middle pause," encompassing perimenopause and menopause
Changes in lifestyle habits and their effectiveness during this transitional phase
Decline of people-pleasing tendencies and the shift toward direct communication
Impact of hormonal changes on behavior and emotional responses
Understanding physiological changes, including hormonal imbalances
Hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and its effects on mood and well-being
Relationship dynamics and challenges faced by women during this transition
Self-advocacy and finding supportive healthcare providers
Connection between hormonal changes and food sensitivities or allergies
Education and awareness regarding health and wellness during aging
Bio: Dr. Carrie Jones
Dr. Carrie Jones is an internationally recognized speaker, consultant, author, and educator on the topic of women's health and hormones with over 20 years in the industry. Dubbed the “Queen of Hormones,” Dr. Jones is a Naturopathic Physician who did her 2-year residency focused on women's health and endocrinology. She went on to get her Master of Public Health (MPH), was one of the first to become board-certified through the American Board of Naturopathic Endocrinology (FABNE), and is a Menopause Society Certified Practitioner (MSCP). She was the first Medical Director for Precision Analytical (the DUTCH Test) and the first Head of Medical Education at Rupa Health. She co-hosts the highly popular show, the Root Cause Medicine Podcast which has over 10 million downloads. She is the Clinical Expert for the Lifestyle Matrix Resource Center, was on Under Armour’s Human Performance Council, and is an advisor for MetaPause. Currently, she is the Chief Medical Officer at NuEthix Formulations.
“The people pleasing is gone. I think you can say things in a direct manner without being offensive, but for reformed people pleasers, it’s a sign of growth.”
-Dr. Carrie Jones
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