Hello beautiful,

How are you holding up?
Because wow—what a week/month/year it’s been. There’s been a lot of noise out there lately (you know what I mean), and if your nervous system feels fried, you’re not alone.

In moments like this, when the world feels like it’s spinning a little too fast, I always come back to this question:

👉 What’s still in my control?

Usually, the answer is simple:
My breath.
My meals.
My movement.
My mindset.

That’s the sweet spot I try to live in. Not perfect, not rigid—just a daily practice of steady, small, meaningful actions that I know move me towards the outcomes I desire.

Want to know one of the easiest ways to tell if you are over stressed? It might look like weight gain. Hormonal shifts in midlife can make your body more sensitive to stress, causing it to release more cortisol—the “stress hormone.” Elevated cortisol not only leads to intense cravings for sugary or fatty foods but also tells the body to store fat, especially around the belly. As the sex hormones go down, cortisol goes up!

Here’s what you can do: Incorporate stress-reducing activities: deep breathing, low impact exercise, weight lifting for cortisol dumps, yoga, create a 1-hour phone free zone - these have all been studied to reduce cortisol and increase serotonin (your happy hormone). Try creating your own dopamine menu that you can access anytime you need a little boost.

Below I always like to share a few lighthearted tidbits to brighten your inbox. Because sometimes, what we really need is a good distraction and a reminder that joy, curiosity, and laughter still exist in the swirl.

Otherwise, anything new with you? Hit reply and let me know. I love getting your emails. On Monday, Sadie got her driver’s license, so we now officially have a teen driver in the house! Eeep! Send help! And Fras and Tiggy went out to Whistler for Tiggy to compete in the Whistler Cup. She did amazing up against other U16 racers from all over the world. The competition was fierce and inspirational.

Sully’s hockey team made it to the finals and got destroyed in the finals. He was devastated but I was so proud of how that team showed up for each other and persevered. I just love watching my kids play sports. They learn so much. On Monday, I attended a great menopause presentation by Lume Women’s Health, a comprehensive health clinic in Toronto. My sister-in-law and her family arrived from London, which will be so nice to visit. And finally, I’ve been busy fine tuning a little something that has me beyond excited ….

A little heads-up...
In a few weeks, I’ll be opening the doors to RISE: A Perimenopause Reset—a guided experience for women who are ready to feel better in their bodies, boost their energy, and stop feeling like they’re just “getting through the day.”

RISE stands for:
Reset. Integrate. Stabilize. Energize.
And I can’t wait to tell you more. 🌿

If you’ve been feeling stuck, heavy, exhausted, and overwhelmed….kinda like your hormones are driving the bus—you’re going to love this.

More details coming soon. For now, just know that something good is coming.

With you always,
Christie 🤍