In this essential episode, I sit down with psychologist Kim Long for an honest, compassionate conversation about perimenopause - a transition that affects millions of women yet so many feel unprepared for. Kim brings both her professional expertise and lived experience to help us understand what's really happening during this transformative time.
Growing up as a military kid overseas, Kim learned early that acceptance and compassion matter - lessons that now shape her therapeutic approach. When you sit with Kim, you don't get the aloof therapist version; you get the real human who's been through life's mess too. Her belief that healing happens when mind, body, and emotion start listening to each other is especially relevant during perimenopause.š In our conversation, we explore:ā¢ What perimenopause really is and why education mattersā¢ The emotional and psychological shifts women experienceā¢ Why you might feel like you don't know who you are anymoreā¢ How perimenopause can be misdiagnosed as other mental health issuesā¢ The importance of self-advocacy in medical settingsā¢ Reconnecting mind, body, and emotion during transitionā¢ How to move through this change with self-compassionā¢ Understanding that you're evolving, not disappearingā¢ Practical strategies for navigating the physical and emotional symptomsā¢ Finding yourself again (or maybe for the first time)What makes this conversation so valuable is Kim's reminder that "we don't lose the pieces we've collected along the way unless we choose to shut them out." Perimenopause isn't about losing yourself - it's about understanding who you're becoming.
This episode is essential listening for women navigating perimenopause, those who want to prepare for what's ahead, and anyone supporting women through this transition.
Chapters:00:00 - Introduction and Background05:00 - Understanding Perimenopause10:00 - Emotional and Psychological Impact15:00 - Advocacy and Self-Education20:00 - Embracing Change and Self-Care25:00 - Community and Support Systems30:00 - Closing Thoughts and ResourcesStay Connected: Dr. Tamea Ryan š Website: www.thelivedexp.com š± Instagram: thelivedexp š„ Facebook: The Lived Experiences ________________________________ Stay Connected: Kim Longš Website: www.dochaspsych.com š± Instagram: dochaspsych
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