Choosing Yourself in Midlife

In this episode, Dr. Natalie explores the importance of self-reflection, particularly for women in midlife. She discusses the challenges of perimenopause, the impact of cultural pressures on women's self-worth, and the necessity of prioritizing oneself. Through personal anecdotes and insights, she emphasizes the significance of making small choices that affirm one's value and well-being, encouraging listeners to break free from societal conditioning and choose themselves first.Keywords: self-care, perimenopause, mental health, women empowerment, midlife crisis, self-reflection, gender expectations, personal growth, choosing yourself, emotional well-being

Takeaways

• Self-reflection is crucial for understanding personal priorities.
• Many women in midlife struggle to prioritize themselves.
• Perimenopause can significantly affect mental health and mood.
• It's important to recognize the small choices we make daily.
• Cultural pressures often dictate women's sense of worth.
• Choosing oneself is a radical act of self-care.
• Women are conditioned to prioritize others over themselves.
• Small decisions can lead to significant changes in self-worth.
• Empowerment comes from recognizing and acting on personal needs.
• You are not alone in your struggles; community support is vital.

Chapters

00:00 Identifying What Matters Most

06:35 Navigating Perimenopause and Self-Care Choices

12:16 The Impact of Gendered Expectations

18:28 Empowerment Through Small ChoicesTo Learn More About Dr. Natalie Marr, check her out at:⁠LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠ (https://learntoloveyourstory.com) DISCLAIMER: The content in this podcast and video is not a replacement for therapy and is not clinical, medical, or mental health treatment. Dr. Natalie Marr is a Licensed Psychologist in the state of Minnesota. Her work with LearnToLoveYourStory.com⁠ and all affiliate social media entities is educational and coaching based ONLY. She IS NOT offering therapeutic services of any kind on these mediums. If you or someone you know is having a mental health crisis or having thoughts of suicide, please use the following crisis resources (this is not an exhaustive list of available resources):

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