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Perimenopause is really like your “second puberty,”-- and it sets the course for the rest of your life. So in this episode, I’m giving you a special sneak peek into my brand-new book, The Perimenopause Revolution! We’ll dive into what perimenopause really is, why it matters, and how understanding hormonal and metabolic changes can transform the way you navigate this stage of life.  Even though half the world’s population will go through it, perimenopause is still clouded with confusion—so I’m here to clear it all up.  From the wide range of symptoms to the long-term impact on your health, you’ll learn why this transition is not the beginning of the end, but the beginning of a more connected, vital, and powerful you.  Tune in here and get inspired to put your best foot forward in this exciting new chapter of your life! IN THIS EPISODE What to expect in my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution What’s driving the confusion around perimenopause? Understanding the system-wide changes during perimenopause Recognizing feelings and emotions common in perimenopause How to know when you’re in perimenopause  Common signs and symptoms of perimenopause  How perimenopause can impact all aspects of your life  QUOTES “Symptoms and changes in the body are a result of fluctuating and declining hormones that have far-reaching effects on many important systems– the brain, heart, metabolism, bones, and muscles, to name a few.”  “My goal with this book is to help women gain a greater understanding of the impact of hormone shifts, as well as changes in metabolism and blood sugar on every aspect of their health. That way, they can target these areas and confidently approach the second half of life feeling strong, resilient, and energized.” “Perimenopause forces us to confront challenges in a whole new way because what worked before no longer does, and ultimately, I think that's a good thing because we learn to prioritize what really matters and let go of what doesn't serve us anymore.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Order my new book: The Perimenopause Revolution https://peri-revolution.com/ Join The Perimenopause Solution LIVE event https://drmariza.com/thrive RELATED EPISODES  #648: This Changes Everything: The Perimenopause Revolution Every Woman Needs Now #624: What We Got Very Wrong About Perimenopause #572: How to Know You are in Perimenopause Including the 40+ Symptoms Associated with Declining Hormones #539: Everything You Need to Know About Navigating Hormone Changes in Perimenopause

What do you really want the second half of your life to look like?  Being a doormat for others, then resenting it? Saying yes, when you really mean no? Doing more tasks or more work, taking responsibility for everything, and feeling overwhelmed in your life?  This can be how so many of us in midlife feel, but I’m here to tell you there IS another way.  In this episode, I sit down with expert Beatriz Albina to talk about a challenge so many women face but can’t always name—patterns of overgiving, perfectionism, and the ultimate people-pleasing trap.  Beatriz introduces the concept of emotional outsourcing and how it quietly drives these behaviors, leaving us feeling stuck and drained.  Together, we discuss how reframing your mindset is a powerful tool for reclaiming your emotional well-being. Plus, Beatriz gives us a sneak peek into her brand-new book, End Emotional Outsourcing—a guide to finding freedom, balance, and true self-connection. Tune in here to reignite joy in your life, and find the inner peace you’ve been craving for years!  Beatriz Albina Beatriz (Béa) Albina, NP, MPH, SEP (she/her) is a UCSF-trained Family Nurse Practitioner, Somatic Experiencing Practitioner, Master Certified Somatic Life Coach, and author of the book "End Emotional Outsourcing: a Guide to Overcoming Codependent, Perfectionist and People Pleasing Habits". She’s dedicated to helping people socialized as women reconnect with their bodies, regulate their nervous systems, and rewire their minds to break free from codependency, perfectionism, and people-pleasing. Béa hosts the Feminist Wellness Podcast, and holds a Master's degree in Public Health from Boston University School of Public Health and a BA in Latin American Studies from Oberlin College. IN THIS EPISODE What is emotional outsourcing, and how can it impact women?  Getting back to the basics for our emotional needs  How our emotions lie in our nervous system– not just our minds   Calming techniques you can do in 5 seconds, anytime, anywhere Detaching from labels like ‘co-dependent’ and ‘perfectionist’  How to stay regulated while also setting boundaries  Why reframing your mindset is so important for healing  All about Beatriz’s book: End Emotional Outsourcing  QUOTES “This is what happens when we get activated or triggered in our nervous system. When we start being mean to ourselves, when we ignore our impulses, when we project, when we take things personally, when we get offended, all these things– our nervous system is in a different time and place.”  “That’s the self-worth work. Saying, ‘I trust myself, I believe in myself, and so I know that this isn't a problem.’ And that's that. Not allowing any other thoughts to enter your beautiful mind space, your world, your body. It's really vital work.”  “What our children and our partners, and our friends and our communities and ourselves want and need from us the most, most, most, is presence. Intunement and presence.”  RESOURCES MENTIONED Use code ENERGIZED and get $100 off on your CAROL Bike purchase https://carolbike.pxf.io/GK3LaE Preorder the Perimenopause Revolution and get your VIP ticket to the Perimenopause Solution event  http://hayh.site/pr_bl_ap-snyder_a_opt Order Béa’s book: End Emotional Outsourcing HERE http://beatrizalbina.com/book Béa’s Website Béa’s Instagram RELATED EPISODES  #629: Unlocking Emotional Resilience with Awareness, Lifestyle and Tools to Regulate Your Stress Triggers with Dr. Drew Ramsey #553: Simple Ways to Start Feeling Calm and Safe and How to Align Your Nervous System for More Abundance with Kate Northrup #565: How to Live in a State of Ease and Flow vs. Overwhelm and Resentment + Reclaiming Your Aliveness with Alexi Panos #569: How to Build a Strong Emotional Connection with Your Partner and How to Transform Your Love Life with Vanessa and Xander Marin

“I can never get a good workout in… I don’t have the time.”  I hear it all the time, especially from busy women. But get ready to learn the best way NEVER to say that statement again!  In this episode, I sit down with Ulrich Dempfle, the CEO of CAROL, to talk about why carving out even a few minutes for exercise in midlife can be a total game-changer.  Ulrich explains that the right movement is one of the most powerful things you can do to boost health span, energy, and quality sleep.  So we dive into the science of VO₂ max and mitochondrial function (which start to decline in our 30s), and how efficient workouts can slow that process dramatically.  For busy women in midlife, heart health and metabolic health are front and center, and CAROL’s unique approach makes it possible to train smarter, not longer, for ultimate health.  Tune in here to learn all about CAROL, and discover how quick, intentional exercise can fit seamlessly into your hectic life WITHOUT sacrificing results! Ulrich Dempfle Ulrich Dempfle is the CEO and co-founder of CAROL Bike. He began his career as a mechanical engineer in Germany’s automotive industry, but later became a healthcare system consultant and is now a fitness tech pioneer.  Ulrich’s personal fitness transformation is proof of CAROL’s power. He stresses the importance of not only improving fitness but also delaying the aging process. By significantly improving his own VO2max, CAROL Bike has helped him turn back the clock on aging and keep it there. IN THIS EPISODE Positive and healthy alternatives to long cardio exercises  Comparing the benefits of different training methods  All about CAROL, and how it can help you get your energy back  How 5 minutes on the CAROL bike can be transformative for you Physical, mental, and cognitive benefits of the CAROL bike  The science behind short, effective, rehit workouts  How CAROL is ideal for supporting women’s unique hormonal shifts in perimenopause and menopause  Use the code MARIZA to claim $100 OFF your CAROL bike!  QUOTES “Unfortunately, with aging, we all lose about 10% of our VO2 max per decade. So it's a progressive thing. It starts from around 30, and if you don't do something about it, you will lose fitness progressively throughout your life.” “Based on the feedback we're receiving, [we] make it as simple as possible and take as many barriers away to actually stick to a workout and reap the benefits that are available from this ultra short, super efficient workout.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Preorder the Perimenopause Revolution and get your VIP ticket to the Perimenopause Solution event http://hayh.site/pr_bl_ap-snyder_a_opt Get $100 off your CAROL bike HERE with code: MARIZA https://carolbike.pxf.io/GK3LaE CAROL YouTube CAROL Instagram CAROL Facebook RELATED EPISODES  #546: How to Stay Lean, Energized and Strong By Working With Your Physiology, Not Against It with Dr. Stacy Sims #646: The Number One Exercise Hack I’m Doing Daily In Peri To Burn Fat, Build Lean Muscle and Boost Energy & Mental Clarity #552: The Midlife Muscle Crisis: Why Maintaining Muscle Is Necessary For Fat Loss, Strength and Longevity with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon 672: Unbreakable: How to Build a Body And Life That Defies the Rules of Aging with Dr. Vonda Wright

In today’s world of endless diets, supplement options, hormone replacements, and exercise fads, it’s so easy to overdo it without ever addressing the true root causes of your symptoms.  That’s why in this episode, I’ve invited health expert Natalie Jill to help strip things back to the basics.  We’re tackling common midlife struggles like weight gain and fatigue, reminding you that less is often more and the foundations of health—like sleep, movement, mindset, and nourishment—are the real game-changers.  Natalie doesn’t shy away from the tough questions and is bringing a no-nonsense perspective that will get you rethinking your habits.  It’s time to re-write your story after 40 so you can feel empowered, energized, and intentional every single day.  Tune into this episode to cut through the noise and start focusing on what really matters for your health and longevity!  Natalie Jill Natalie Jill is a high-performance coach dedicated to helping women age in reverse and level up their lives. She’s created a globally recognized brand with over 2.5 million social media followers worldwide, and she has two best-selling books– her most recent called Aging in Reverse.  IN THIS EPISODE Natalie’s transformative health journey in midlife  The importance of gut health and minimizing exposure to toxins Why “more” isn’t always better  Foundational habits for maintaining energy in midlife  Diving into deeper potential sources of your inflammation issues What it means to be your own “health detective”  Undrestanding toxin testing  Top diet and lifestyle tips for fat loss and energy QUOTES“If your gut is not operating right, then nothing you do is gonna operate, right? If you don't have a healthy working gut, it doesn't matter what hormone replacements you slap on, it doesn't matter how you're eating. It doesn't matter what you think you're doing detox wise, if your gut is not cleaning things out, we've got a problem.” “If you are doing all the right things and you are pulling all the levers and yet you're still not feeling well, it's time to go deep and see what's really going on.” RESOURCES MENTIONED Preorder the Perimenopause Revolution and get your VIP ticket to the Perimenopause Solution event http://hayh.site/pr_bl_ap-snyder_a_opt ⁠Natalie’s Podcast: Midlife Conversations⁠ https://www.youtube.com/playlist Learn more about Natalie’s signature program: Total Body Thrive https://totalbodythrive.com/ ⁠Order Natalie Jill’s book: Aging in Reverse https://www.amazon.com/Aging-Reverse-10-Day-Change-Weight/ Natalie’s Website Natalie’s Facebook Natalie’s Instagram RELATED EPISODES  #649: How To Reverse Your Biological Age + 5 Science-Backed Longevity Tips Every Woman Should Know with Leslie Kenny 659: Brain Fog, Joint Pain, and Aging Skin? The Truth About Zombie Cells and How to Reverse Them with Dr. Greg Kelly  655: The Hidden Truth About Perimenopause That No One’s Talking About (And Why It Changes Everything About How You Age) 595: How to Master Your Metabolism and Reverse Cellular Aging in Midlife + My Best Tips to Thrive with Dr. Mariza

The research is clear. Moving specifically after meals is one of  the👏 best👏 things👏 we can do for energy, longevity, and to feel better in our bodies today. In this episode, we’re diving all in on one of the simplest yet most powerful habits for your health—walking after meals. Even just three to five minutes of movement after eating can help balance your blood sugar, boost your energy, and support your long-term health.  We’ll break down why this practice works so well, and how you can easily fit it into your daily routine—even on your busiest days.  Plus, you’ll get an inside look at my new 7-Day Walking Challenge packed with recipes, daily guidance, and live calls to keep you inspired!  Tune in here and learn how a small, consistent step could be the game-changer your body’s been waiting for. IN THIS EPISODE The benefits of walking or moving your body after meals About my 7-day walking challenge kicking off on 9/29/2025 Incorporating “exercise snacks” into your daily routine  FREEBIES included in my walking challenge!  Joining the VIP Perimenopause Solution event on 10/23/2025   The top 5 benefits of joining my walking challenge QUOTES“The results were incredible. I cannot tell you how many women told me that they had more energy. They were sleeping better, they were losing weight, and they felt like they had better word recall.” “I am convinced that the most underrated longevity hack is moving with people that you love, moving with family, moving with friends, and again, it doesn't have to be a long time. It can be a short time to make a big difference.” “Imagine starting your day clearheaded and energized and ending it deeply rested, ready to have an epic new day. All of this is yours simply for the price of the book. Because your midlife reset begins the moment you decide that you are worth it.” RESOURCES MENTIONED 👉 Sign up FREE for The 7-Day Walking Challenge 🔗 http://drmariza.com/walking 👉 Preorder the Perimenopause Revolution book and get your VIP ticket to the Perimenopause Solution event 🔗 http://hayh.site/pr_bl_ap-snyder_a_opt RELATED EPISODES  #617: The Number One Longevity Hack Everyone Should Be Doing #646: The Number One Exercise Hack I’m Doing Daily In Peri To Burn Fat, Build Lean Muscle and Boost Energy & Mental Clarity #616: Jump-Start Your Metabolism and Put Your Body into a Thermogenic Fat-Burning State with Stu Schaefer #545: How to Reverse Your Biological Age with Simple Lifestyle Habits And The Most Important Factors In Reversing Your Inner Age with Dr. Kara Fitzgerald

So many women in midlife are running on fumes—stretched thin, burned out, and downplaying what they’ve experienced just to make it through the day. But all that stress can show up in your physical body, affecting your biology at a cellular level.  That’s why in this episode, I’m sitting down with trauma and biology expert Dr. Aimie Apigian to uncover how unprocessed trauma can manifest in the form of physical symptoms.  Dr. Aimie shares how overtime, those hidden shifts can alter your immune system and even set the stage for disease years later.  The good news? Healing doesn’t have to be complicated!  Dr. Aimie introduces simple practices that can help you shift your inner state in seconds and learn to process your trauma with care.  Tune in here to explore how reconnecting with your biology can help you feel more alive than ever!  Aimie Apigian, MD, MS, MPH Aimie Apigian is a double board-certified physician in preventive and addiction medicine. She has masters in biochemistry and public health and specialized training in Psychosomatic Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Mental Health Nutrition. Dr. Aimie is a functional medicine physician with specialized training in neuro-autoimmunity, nutrition, and genetics for addictions, mental health, mood, and behavioral disorders. She has extensive training in trauma therapy, which has formed her knowledge and services in trauma, attachment, and addiction medicine, focusing on trauma at a cellular level.  IN THIS EPISODE How the body biologically absorbs experiences of trauma  Recognizing adaptations and better managing reactions The importance of finding safety in the whole body  How your lifestyle affects your emotions  Why effective healing from trauma takes time and work   Stress biology vs. trauma biology All about Dr. Aimie’s new book: The Biology of Trauma  QUOTES “Anything that overwhelms our capacity to respond becomes a trauma for our body. And those changes impact us down to the cellular level– the immune system level. They are what become our diseases often decades later.” “The greatest impact on their life was me teaching them a few simple somatic self-practices that could shift their inner state to one safe enough within seconds.” “It really shifted my perspective to know how much more alive I could be– I don't even know the possibilities because I've never lived that. I've never been that. I've never been that version of myself. And it keeps me in a place of curiosity, it keeps me in a place of learning.”RESOURCES MENTIONED 👉 Pre-order Dr. Aimie’s new book: The Biology of Trauma 🔗 https://biologyoftrauma.com/ 👉 Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution 🔗 https://peri-revolution.com/ Dr. Aimie on YouTube  Dr. Aimie on Instagram  RELATED EPISODES  #574: The Connection between Trauma, the Immune System, and Autoimmune Disease: Lab Testing and Solutions with Dr. Sara Szal Gottfried #629: Unlocking Emotional Resilience with Awareness, Lifestyle and Tools to Regulate Your Stress Triggers with Dr. Drew Ramsey #565: How to Live in a State of Ease and Flow vs. Overwhelm and Resentment + Reclaiming Your Aliveness with Alexi Panos #308: What Is Trauma and How Does It Make Us Sick? with Dr. Elena Villanueva

Feeling alone, dismissed, and broken during your perimenopause and menopause transition? Sadly, so many women do.  That’s why in this episode, we’re here to set the record straight. I’m sitting down with women’s health and sexual health expert Dr. Kelly Casperson, and let me tell you, she pulls no punches.  We’re talking the real truth about libido, hormone therapy (especially testosterone for women!), and how to finally have the right conversations with your doctor.  Dr. Casperson also busts myths around Genitourinary Syndrome of Menopause and explains why so many of us feel isolated when these symptoms hit out of nowhere.  This episode is full of empowering tools and guidance to help you reclaim your health and confidence. Remember, you don’t have to navigate midlife changes alone! Kelly Casperson   Dr. Kelly Casperson is a board-certified urologic surgeon and the CEO and founder of The Casperson Clinic, a practice dedicated to hormones and sex medicine. She’s also a renowned public speaker, sex educator, and the host of the top-ranking podcast You Are Not Broken. Dr. Casperson empowers women to take control of their health by tackling myths about desire and normalizing conversations around healthy, fulfilling sex. Her work provides essential education on hormones and midlife women’s health.  IN THIS EPISODE How to recognize when you’re in perimenopause  Setting boundaries and prioritizing yourself and your health  Addressing the misconceptions and societal attitudes around perimenopause and menopause  Navigating sexual dysfunction and libido symptoms commonly experienced by women in midlife How to approach the subject of testosterone for women with your doctor during menopause  Other beneficial hormone replacement therapy options  Why testosterone is a game-changer for your energy in midlife  About Dr. Casperson’s new book: The Menopause Moment QUOTES“Just because you're really good at what you do doesn't mean that's what you should keep doing. And I think that's the power of midlife– it’s this amazing opportunity to wake up.”  “There are days where I'm like, oh man. But, I recalibrate. I reset. And the thing I always tell myself is that tomorrow is another day.”  “A hundred percent of women have low testosterone after a certain age… and only about 20% of men are low producers, [yet] they have 20 [testosterone] products.” RESOURCES MENTIONED 👉 Use code ENERGIZED and get 10% off on your first Troscriptions Order 🔗 http://troscriptions.com/ENERGIZED 👉 Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution book 🔗 https://peri-revolution.com/ 👉 Get the FREE first chapter of The Perimenopause Revolution by Dr. Mariza Snyder  🔗 https://peri-revolution.com/bonus-chapter 👉 Pre-order Dr. Kelly’s Upcoming book: The Menopause Moment 🔗 https://kellycaspersonmd.com/the-menopause-moment-book/ ⁠Dr. Kelly’s Podcast: You Are Not Broken⁠ Dr. Kelly’s Website  Dr. Kelly on Instagram  Dr. Kelly on YouTube RELATED EPISODES  641: The Truth About Testosterone For Women, Sexual Health, Libido And Advocating For Yourself with Dr. Kelly Casperson 665: Awaken Your Body, Reclaim Your Power: The Transformative Magic of Sexual Energy After 40 with Dr. Laura Berman  656: The Dangers Of NOT Prescribing Bioidentical HRT + Migraines, Testosterone and Mitigating Inflammation with Dr. Louise Newson #506: Optimizing Testosterone, Growth Hormone and Other Metabolic Hormones in Our 40s and Beyond with Dr. Stephanie Estima

Ready to not only live longer, but to live BETTER?  In this episode, I’m joined by longevity expert Dr. Shah, where we dive into his journey in functional medicine and how he’s dedicated his career to educating patients on optimizing their healthspan.  Dr. Shah breaks down the four key pillars of longevity that he uses in his practice to help his patients combat disease and illness to live better, more fulfilling lives.  You’ll also learn simple, impactful lifestyle hacks—like eliminating ultra-processed foods, prioritizing self-care strategies, weaving in daily movement, and understanding how to balance stress and recovery.  From understanding crucial biomarkers to track in midlife, to demystifying peptides at a cellular level– Dr. Shah is here to offer science-backed tips that will truly move the needle in helping you feel your best for years to come. Tune in here!  Darshan Shah, MD Dr. Darshan Shah is a health and wellness specialist, board-certified surgeon, published author, and founder of Next Health, the world's first and largest Health Optimization and Longevity clinic. As a Longevity Medicine specialist, he’s worked with thousands of patients to help optimize their well-being and extend their healthspan. Dr. Shah earned his medical degree at the age of 21, becoming one of the youngest doctors in the US. He continued his training at the Mayo Clinic, opened medical/surgical centers throughout California, started four other companies in the Health and Wellness space, and has published a book. Dr. Shah’s passion is educating people on the topics of adding healthspan to your lifespan. IN THIS EPISODE Dr. Shah’s journey to becoming a longevity expert  The importance of finding time in a busy schedule for self-care All about Dr. Shah’s functional medicine company, Next Health  Simple ways to add movement to your day  Defining longevity and how to optimize your life span  The 4 key pillars of longevity Key biomarkers of health to track in your 40s and beyond  How your gut microbiome impacts your overall health  What are peptides, and how can they benefit you?  Dr. Shah’s top lifestyle tips to truly move the needle for your health  QUOTES “The elimination of ultra-processed food will move the needle more than anything else you could potentially put into your body.” “Now people have access to their data, but step two is having personal responsibility to understand what that data means, why it's important, and following it yourself.”  “There's a balance that our biology needs to live under. It needs to have some stress, and it needs to have time to relax. It needs to have heavy exercise, but it also needs to have just light movement… You have to find where that balance lies in your own system and it's always going to be changing. And you're not going to know this until you check some of these biomarkers.”  RESOURCES MENTIONED 👉 Dr. Shah’s FREE guide to biomarkers 🔗 http://www.drshah.com/biomarkers 👉 Use code ENERGIZED and get 15% off on your Qualia Order 🔗 http://www.qualialife.com/energized 👉 Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution book with over $700 worth of FREE bonuses included (meal plans, recipes, workouts, lab ranges, cycle changes, and a symptom tracker… and so much more!)🔗 https://peri-revolution.com/ Dr. Shah’s Website  Next Health Website Dr. Shah on Instagram RELATED EPISODES  #649: How To Reverse Your Biological Age + 5 Science-Backed Longevity Tips Every Woman Should Know with Leslie Kenny #650: Unlock Your Health: The Ultimate Biomarker & Lab Blueprint to Thrive in Midlife and Beyond #617: The Number One Longevity Hack Everyone Should Be Doing #552: The Midlife Muscle Crisis: Why Maintaining Muscle Is Necessary For Fat Loss, Strength and Longevity with Dr. Gabrielle Lyon

Feeling like your energy, vitality, and even your spark are slipping away without warning? You’re not alone! As our hormones shift and metabolism changes, so many of us in midlife feel like we’re quickly losing momentum—and no one ever gave us a playbook for it.  That’s why in this episode, I’m breaking down what’s really happening in your body, connecting the dots between your symptoms and your future health, and giving you the tools you need to feel like YOU in perimenopause.  We’ll talk about why advocating for yourself is more important than ever, and how simple daily strategies can support your brain and metabolism for the long term. Because here’s the truth: you deserve to feel in control and confident in this season of life!  Plus, you won’t want to miss the latest scoop on my countless FREE bonuses you’ll get when you grab my new book, The Perimenopause Revolution.    Tune in here so we can reclaim your health and energy—together! IN THIS EPISODE The benefits of optimizing your metabolic and brain health Understanding cellular energy and metabolism in perimenopause 5 core reasons women struggle in perimenopause  How often you should be getting routine labs and what they can tell you about your metabolism  How movement can mitigate brain-related symptoms  Why meals, stress, and sleep affect your daily energy  All about The Perimenopause Revolution and your FREE bonuses!  QUOTES “I believe a big part of our midlife journey involves creating daily habits that support and optimize our cellular energy, whether that is our brain health or our heart health, or even our bones, our gut, and our immune system.” “It's not about perfection because life just doesn't work like that. It's about being strategic, it's about being sustainable, and it's about being hormone smart.”  RESOURCES MENTIONED 👉 Pre-order The Perimenopause Revolution book with over $700 worth of FREE bonuses included (meal plans, recipes, workouts, lab ranges, cycle changes, and a symptom tracker… and so much more!) 🔗 https://peri-revolution.com/ 👉 Apply to become a Perimenopause Revolution ambassador: 🔗https://peri-revolution.com/ambassador-application/ 👉 Get my FREE Metabolic Assessment guide: 🔗 https://go.drmariza.com/lp/metabolic-assessment-mhr/ 👉 Midlife Metabolism and Hormone Reset Course  🔗 https://store.drmariza.com/products/metabolism-and-hormone-reset-course 👉 Shop my favorite Essentially Whole Supplements  🔗 https://store.drmariza.com/ RELATED EPISODES  673: From Fatigued to Energized: Reclaiming Sleep in Midlife With Evidence-Based Solutions #648: This Changes Everything: The Perimenopause Revolution Every Woman Needs Now #609: Non-Negotiable Advice I Would Give My Early Perimenopausal Self586: What You Can Do in Perimenopause to Optimize Your Energy, Resilience and Brain Power with Dr. Mariza

You know when you feel like you’re constantly going through the motions between work, family, and endless responsibilities—but inside, everything feels flat? That’s the reality of high-functioning depression.  In this episode, I’m joined by the talented psychiatrist, author, and nationally recognized expert in women’s mental health, Dr. Judith Joseph, to unpack what high-functioning depression really is.  We dive into the secret signs of high-functioning depression, especially in midlife, and why it often goes unnoticed in women who seem to have it all together.  Dr. Joseph shares powerful strategies and practical tools to help you move from surviving to truly thriving.  We also discuss how to recognize when a loved one might be struggling behind the mask of success—and how to offer meaningful support.  If you feel emotionally drained despite keeping it all together on the outside, this episode will give you the clarity you need for more happiness in your life. Dr. Judith Joseph, MD MBA Dr. Judith Joseph is a psychiatrist, researcher, award-winning content creator, and author of the National Bestselling book “High Functioning, Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy”. Dr. Judith was named as a 2024 Black Health Hero by PopSugar Inc. She was also named a 2024 VeryWell Mind Top 25 Mental Health Thought Leader and a 2024 NAACP Top 6 Mental Health Champion. IN THIS EPISODE Warning signs for high-functioning depression in midlife  Understanding the science of happiness  Most common symptoms of high-functioning depression  Why many high-functioning people have trouble slowing down  The difference between happiness and joy  Strategies for navigating high-functioning depression  How to support a loved one with high-functioning depression  QUOTES “People who go through perimenopause and menopause often mask how they feel just to show up for the job and for others. So they often have this underlying high-functioning depression that is made worse [from] hormonal fluctuations.” “Gratitude practices are really helpful in staving off high-functioning depression or sustaining your joy. It's hard to be grateful when you don't know what brings you joy.” “Don't give up. You may feel hopeless, but know that there's always something you have not tried. There's always hope. That's why I like the idea of support groups, because many times you not only help others with your story, but you also learn from other people.” RESOURCES MENTIONED 👉 Order Dr. Judith Joseph’s book: High Functioning, Overcome Your Hidden Depression and Reclaim Your Joy” 🔗 https://www.amazon.com/High-Functioning-Overcome-Depression-Reclaim/dp/0316577294 👉 Use code ENERGIZED and get 10% off on your first order 🔗 https://troscriptions.com/ENERGIZED @drjudithjoseph on socials:  Instagram Facebook TikTok YouTube Dr. Judith Joseph’s Website ⁠ RELATED EPISODES  #629: Unlocking Emotional Resilience with Awareness, Lifestyle and Tools to Regulate Your Stress Triggers with Dr. Drew Ramsey 663: From Wired and Tired to Calm and Energized: The GABA-Mitochondria Connection + How to Fix It at the Cellular Level with Dr. Scott Sherr #566: This Is What I Did to Finally Stop Operating in Stress, Overwhelm and Burnout with Dr. Mariza #600: We Need to Address Why Women Don’t Feel Like Themselves Anymore in Perimenopause with Dr. Mariza