Tamsen Fadal: You Are Not Going Crazy… Your Hormones Are Changing! (THIS is the GUIDE to Navigate Menopause & Take Back Control of Your Mind, Body & Life)

Have you noticed changes in your sleep?

Do you sometimes feel more anxious than usual?

Today, Jay sits down with Emmy award–winning journalist and bestselling author Tamsen Fadal to open up one of the most overlooked conversations in health and wellness: menopause. Tamsen shares her personal journey of confusion, discovery, and advocacy, breaking down why menopause has been shrouded in taboo for so long and how it impacts not just women’s bodies, but their emotions, relationships, and careers.

Together, they explore the often-hidden symptoms of perimenopause, from brain fog and anxiety to disrupted sleep and loss of confidence, and how these challenges spill over into every aspect of life. Tamsen explains the science behind the hormonal shifts, debunks the biggest myths, and reveals practical solutions, from lifestyle changes and stress management to hormone therapy and community support. Most importantly, she reminds women that their best years are not behind them, but ahead.

In this interview, you'll learn:

How to Spot Early Signs of Perimenopause

How to Differentiate Perimenopause from Menopause

How to Support Your Family Through Menopause

How to Build Healthy Midlife Habits

How to Find Community During Transition

How to Advocate for Yourself at the Doctor’s Office

Every transition comes with challenges, but it also carries the possibility of growth, wisdom, and renewal. By breaking the silence, sharing our experiences, and embracing knowledge, we not only lighten the weight for ourselves but also create space for others to feel seen and understood. 

With Love and Gratitude,

Jay Shetty

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What We Discuss:

00:00 Intro

01:38 Why Is Talking About Menopause Still So Taboo?

02:38 What Actually Happens to Your Body in Menopause

04:20 There Are Over 100 Symptoms!

06:09 The Hidden Struggles Women Face

08:43 Busting the Biggest Menopause Myths

10:16 The Major Hormonal Shifts Behind It All

13:45 Three Early Warning Signs

15:10 Perimenopause vs. Menopause 

17:34 Should You Consider Hormone Therapy?

18:30 Lifestyle Shifts That Actually Make a Difference

22:15 Finding Strength in Community

26:08 Why Women’s Health Needs More Research

27:11 The Risks of Ignoring Symptoms

31:10 Why So Many Miss Perimenopause Signs

33:21 When to See a Menopause Specialist

35:41 What Men Need to Know

38:26 It’s Normal For Your Sex Drive to Change

42:39 Am I Too Young for Menopause?

46:28 The Truth About Hormone Therapy Side Effects

47:08 Menopause, Fertility, and the Overlap

49:20 How to Prepare for Perimenopause

51:30 Do Birth Control Pills Help?

53:03 Inspiring Stories of Women Thriving

55:19 Why It’s More Than “Just Aging”

Episode Resources:

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