Why Teenagers and Perimenopause Feel So Similar (And What We Can Learn)

In this episode, I share a personal story about the challenges of parenting a teenager—and how it surprisingly mirrors the experience of perimenopause.

We explore how hormonal fluctuations affect behaviour, emotions, and reactions, and why this can create tension in the home—especially when both parent and child are struggling at the same time.

More importantly, we look at what we can learn from this… including why prioritising yourself is not selfish, but essential.

In this episode, we cover:

• Why teenage behaviour isn’t just “attitude”
• The hormonal similarities between teenagers and perimenopause
• The concept of the “sandwich generation”
• Why self-care becomes non-negotiable in midlife
• How your reactions influence others (especially your children)
• Simple ways to start prioritising yourself—even when life is busy

Key takeaway:
You don’t need more time—you need to give yourself permission to come first sometimes.

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