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June 12, 2025 25 mins

Are you lying awake at 3 AM wondering if you'll ever sleep like a normal human again? That racing heart, night sweats, brain that won't shut off - you're not losing your mind, you're experiencing real biological changes.


I'm sharing my own middle-of-the-night insomnia story and the fascinating research behind why your sleep has gone haywire. Declining estrogen and progesterone don't just cause hot flashes - they disrupt your entire circadian rhythm and stress hormone patterns. This explains why your old sleep habits stopped working overnight. We're diving into my Royal Sleep Protocol: five evidence-based strategies including light management for circadian regulation, temperature optimization (alcohol's effects are magnified in perimenopause!), and the 30-minute wind-down ritual that's helped hundreds of women reclaim their rest.


Your ONE thing this week: Create a 30-minute wind-down routine and optimize your bedroom temperature to 60-65°F. Pick one calming activity and make your sleep space sacred - you deserve comfort and rest.


"Your sleep changes aren't random - they're connected to hormonal shifts that disrupt your circadian rhythms. Good sleep isn't a luxury, it's fundamental to your health and well-being. Your rest is sacred, and you deserve to sleep like a queen." ~Catharine


Exhausted from sleepless nights? Get my free guide "Reclaiming Your Vitality: 7 Proven Strategies to Beat Perimenopausal Exhaustion" at https://catharineadams.myflodesk.com/vitality - includes my Evening Sanctuary Setup and temperature regulation guide that works with your changing biology.

Ready for the complete Royal Sleep Protocol? Join The Meno Collective waitlist at www.catharineadams.com - where we turn 3 AM panic into peaceful rest with evidence-based sisterhood.

More health strategies: The Macro Mindset with Coach Catharine


⚕️ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This content is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.

Your ONE thing this week: Pick ONE element from the Royal Sleep Protocol that feels doable tonight. Maybe it's dimming lights two hours before bed, or creating a simple wind-down routine. Small, consistent changes create lasting transformation.


"Your sleep changes aren't random - they're connected to hormonal shifts. Good sleep isn't a luxury, it's fundamental to your health and well-being. You deserve to prioritize your rest and sleep like a queen." ~Catharine


Exhausted from sleepless nights? Get my free guide "Reclaiming Your Vitality: 7 Proven Strategies to Beat Perimenopausal Exhaustion" at https://catharineadams.myflodesk.com/vitality - includes my Evening Sanctuary Setup that's helped hundreds of women reclaim their rest.

Ready for the Royal Sleep Protocol and more? Join The Meno Collective waitlist at www.catharineadams.com - where your rest is sacred and transformation happens one peaceful night at a time.

More sustainable health strategies: The Macro Mindset with Coach Catharine


⚕️ MEDICAL DISCLAIMER: This content is not medical advice. Always consult your healthcare provider.
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