Still Tired After 8 Hours of Sleep? Here’s What Might Be Going On

You’re not lazy — and it’s not just “life.” There are real biological reasons you're still exhausted, even after a full night’s sleep.

If you’re waking up tired every day and wondering what’s going on, this episode is going to connect the dots for you.

Key Takeaways:

• Why your exhaustion isn’t just about sleep quantity — but quality, hormones, and motivation too
• The hidden impact of blood sugar crashes, gut issues, and inflammation on your energy levels
• How to figure out what’s really draining your energy — and the first step to changing it

This episode is your permission slip to stop blaming yourself — and start asking better questions about what your body needs. We explore why so many women in their 40s feel completely wiped out, even when they’re technically doing everything right.

You’ll learn how hormonal fluctuations, disrupted cortisol patterns, nutrient deficiencies, and gut dysfunction all interact — and more importantly, how to begin untangling it.

And if you’re ready to stop pushing through the fog and start feeling more like yourself again, you’ll hear how to uncover the real reason behind your fatigue.

SNEAK PEEK:

"That flat, heavy feeling? It’s not always a lack of physical energy — sometimes it’s a lack of motivation, thanks to low dopamine.”

So if you're tired of being tired — and sick of being told it's just stress, age, or being a busy mum — this episode is for you.

Tap play and let’s get you one step closer to clearer mornings, better sleep, and more energy.

Links & resources mentioned in the episode:

• Free 4 Hormones Training – understand your perimenopause hormone shifts
• PerimenoGO
• Thyroid Blog – Understanding thyroid in perimenopause 
• Cholesterol Blog

Send us a question for the FAQs segment or your feedback, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more about Sarah, her services and the Freebies mentioned in this episode at https://www.ThePerimenopauseNaturopath.com.au

• The Perimenopause Decoder is the ultimate guide to understanding if perimenopause hormone fluctuations are behind your changing mood, metabolism and energy after 40, what phase of perimenopause you're in, and how much longer you may be on this roller coaster for.
• For more, follow on Instagram at @theperimenopausenaturopath.

WORK WITH SARAH THE PERIMENOPAUSE NATUROPATH:

• PerimenoGO (because who wants to pause anyway?!) A self-guided program to help you reverse weight gain, boost energy, and reclaim your mood — without extreme diets or cutting carbs. Perfect for women who want a realistic plan that fits around kids, work, and actual life.
• The Chaos to Calm Method: A 1:1 personalised program for women who want a more personalised plan and support — especially if you’ve got 10kg+ to lose, other health issues, or feel like your body’s just stuck. Includes comprehensive blood testing and analysis, Metabolic Balance ...