Anxiety - one of the most common struggles during menopause. I talk about why anxiety affects so many women at this stage, how hormone changes play a role, and, most importantly, what you can do to feel better.

From practical breathwork techniques that calm the nervous system to hormone replacement therapy (HRT) and simple dietary changes, this episode is packed with my Simple solutions to help you feel like yourself again.

What You'll Learn:

• How common anxiety is during menopause—affecting about half of all women.
• The link between hormone changes and increased anxiety and stress.
• How breathwork helps activate your parasympathetic nervous system, promoting calm and relaxation.
• Why HRT might be a solution for managing anxiety symptoms.
• How simple dietary tweaks can boost your mental health during menopause.
• The power of hydration in reducing anxiety and lifting your mood.

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Julie (Essex Menopause Coach) and Christina Avraam (Be Stylish, Be Seen) explore the power of personal style, especially for women navigating midlife changes.

Christina shares her journey from a corporate background to becoming a holistic style coach, emphasising the importance of confidence and self-expression through what you wear.

📣"Who wants to look like everybody else anyway?"

We discuss practical tips for women experiencing body changes, your evolving personal style and how to embrace your unique identity. But more importantly, the joy of dressing to feel good.

Takeaways

✨Christina's mission is to help women stay visible and confident.

✨Midlife changes can impact confidence but style can help reclaim it.

✨Personal style should evolve with life experiences.

✨Clothing can be a powerful tool for self-expression.

✨Comfort and style can coexist in fashion choices.

✨Small changes in wardrobe can lead to significant confidence boosts.

✨It's important to dress for your current body shape.

✨Mindset plays a crucial role in how we perceive ourselves.

🌟Every woman should feel like the star of her own show.

Chapters

00:00 Introduction to Holistic Style Coaching

04:14 Christina's Journey

06:34 Navigating Midlife Changes

10:36 Embracing Personal Style and Confidence

12:11 Practical Styling Tips for Women

17:06 The Power of Clothing

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If you would like to carry the conversation on with Christina you can find her on:

👉Instagram: @queen.c111

👉www.queen-c.co.uk

👉Email: christina.avraam@queen-c.co.uk I hope you enjoyed this conversation and are inspired to use your wardrobe to your advantage.

I'm Julie, I help menopausal women go from anxious & overwhelmed to confident & thriving using my unique 'Simple Solutions' method

Find out more: essexmenopausecoach.com

If you enjoyed this episode you might like to listen to this one next: ▶️Understanding Skincare During Menopause

This 20-minute guided breathwork session is designed to help you rest and reset, especially during (peri)menopause. This calming practice uses gentle breathing patterns to send signals of safety to your body, helping reduce feelings of overwhelm, anxiety and stress. Whether you need a quick reset, a way to manage anxious moments, or simply want to find calm, this session is here to help. You’ll learn subtle, effective techniques like belly breathing and rib expansion, which can help lower your heart rate and improve digestion. It’s perfect for anyone seeking a moment of peace—whether you’re lying down on a yoga mat or seated comfortably. This practice is especially beneficial for those in perimenopause & menopause but it’s suitable for everyone. Allow yourself to pause, breathe, and find focus whenever you need it. Did you enjoy this session? This is the first time I’ve recorded with background music—how did you find it? Let me know in the comments! 👇 If you enjoyed this, you might also like: 🌬️Breath Awareness Session 🌬️Find Your Focus (5-minute reset)

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