Overstimulated and Exhausted? The Midlife Secret to True Rest Isn’t More Sleep

Are you exhausted even after a full night’s sleep? You’re not alone. In this episode of Midlife Revival, Dr. Taniqua Miller breaks down why so many women in midlife feel drained despite logging eight or nine hours of shut-eye. Spoiler: the missing piece isn’t more sleep—it’s sensory rest.

Drawing from her personal caregiving journey, her medical expertise, and the stories of her patients, Dr. T shares how overstimulation chips away at your nervous system, why perimenopause and menopause magnify the problem, and how creating intentional space for sensory rest can change everything.

You’ll learn:

• What sensory rest really means (and how it differs from sleep).
• Why midlife women—especially caregivers—are more vulnerable to sensory overload.
• Simple, practical strategies to add sensory rest into your daily life (yes, even if all you have is a closet or your parked car).
• How Dr. T is building a Serenity Room into her new medical practice, Revival Women’s Health, to give patients a sanctuary for true rest.

If you’ve ever found yourself hiding in a dark room, sitting in your car for a few quiet minutes, or snapping at your loved ones because the noise was just too much, this episode will help you reclaim peace and recharge your nervous system.

✨ Resources & Links

• Take the free Rest Quiz by Dr. Sandra Dalton-Smith → Link HERE
• Join the Revival Women’s Health Waitlist (Atlanta & Telehealth) → Link HERE

🎧 Listen now and discover the overlooked secret to real rest in midlife.

Follow Dr Taniqua Miller on Instagram @taniquamillermd and Revival Telemedicine @joinrevival.
Georgia listeners! Dr. Miller is creating the medical wellness space for YOU! If you are over the age of 40 and looking for a medical home that listens and honors you, sign up for the waiting list for Revival Women's Health. Coming to Decatur, GA in Fall 2025!