MY CURRENT STRUGGLES | OPEN AND HONEST ABOUT PERIMENOPAUSE

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@TheGoldProject 19 күн бұрын

Thank y'all so much for watching. Don't forget to share any and all questions and I will do another video.

@chasityfox693 17 күн бұрын

I completely understand all this. A few years ago my adult children wanted to start planning a family vacation to Disney. Great. I’m all in. Then all the sudden as they are sharing information I said I can’t go. The anxiety was real. For no reason. To this day I have to pump myself up to go even to a store. Let’s not forget about my mood swings or the flipping forgetfulness with words. I’m looking at it but I can’t get the words out. The weight. Ugh! I will say it has been a little easier as in my office there is another woman going through the same thing so we share our experiences and feel a little better knowing we are not alone.

@ritaberry6265 16 күн бұрын

Thank You So Much for this video!! I totally understand EVERYTHING you said!! I'm living it!! I'm 53 years old and I've been struggling since 2018. It's all so frustrating and even frightening at times, but the chronic insomnia is THE WORST!!! Some nights I never fall asleep! Other nights, I will finally fall asleep @ 4am only to wake up again when my husband's clock goes off at 5:00, and no matter how exhausted I am, I can't fall back asleep. And on the very rare nights I do get some sleep, according to the clock, I wake up several times every hour! It's awful!! Most nights I just lay there and cry!! 😢😢 I've seen my doctor several times, and was prescribed a low dose estrogen and anxiety meds, and still NO sleep. Last time I went to see him, he basically said, "Well, menopause is a part of life, and some women have no issues with it, and others deal with the changes for years." So there's that! ☹️ And like you said, I'm not trying to sound whinny, but this has stolen my life from me and I don't know what else to do other than keeping praying it gets better. 🙏

@michianamom6343 19 күн бұрын

I also had times when stress would make my brain feel electrified. I felt like there were fireworks going off in there and I could NOT dial them down. It was like “fight or flight” was on overdrive for HOURS even days! Fun times!

@nancylynch256 15 күн бұрын

Kristen, I have been going through the same thing except it is post menopause for me. It is very hard to explain to anyone who isn't going through it. I had a medical doctor tell me that I was doing this to myself. WHAT?!! Why in the world would I want this?! You are not alone. Thank you for bringing this to light. It's a daily struggle. One day at a time. God bless you!

@TheGoldProject 14 күн бұрын

And, thank you so much for watching.

@raelynnelorenz6046 19 күн бұрын

Know you are not alone. Others have had similar circumstances going through hormone changes. We can get through this together.

@jenniferbackhus6654 18 күн бұрын

Going through menopause, so please know you’re not alone. You are not crazy!!!

@crystaldawn3477 17 күн бұрын

Going through it too! I literally didn’t sleep a wink last night. Brain fog to the point that I’m ready to call the neurologist. Glad to know I’m not alone and we are together in all of this.

@susanpepper1671 16 күн бұрын

Sister! You are singing to the choir! I get all excited about doing something. Plan for it. Detailed planning. Plan the outfit, get the nails done, the whole thing. Then when it's time to walk out the door, stary hysterical crying. Just sobbing and snot crying. You are not alone!!

@staceybuckner5644 18 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing and making this topic more visible and normalized.

@kathryngarcia8800 18 күн бұрын

You are definitely not whiney or complaining! The whole sleep deprivation thing is REAL, and I still get hot flashes years later. I am so thankful I never needed a hysterectomy and my periods stopped when I was 44 with very few issues. But SO many of my friends describe terrible things such as panic attacks. Gotta get through it TOGETHER.

@loriherbers8309 3 сағат бұрын

With all my health issues I get a lot of anxiety for weird things too. Side effects to anxiety meds was worse than the anxiety so I don’t take them and just try to deal with it mentally.

@jenasmith5467 17 күн бұрын

You are definitely not alone. I told my endocrinologist last summer that I was going crazy. I also had those tingly, fainting feelings. I feel much better a year later. Still have moments but not as often at all, in fact very rarely happens now.

@kaylal5929 18 күн бұрын

Girl, you are NOT alone!!! 3.5 years post hysterectomy including both ovaries I’m right there with you! My anxiety started after my mom passed unexpectedly 9yrs ago, but since my hysterectomy it’s SO much worse. Like you said, it’s hard to put into words.

@jtmills76 11 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing! I was so surprised by some of the symptoms of perimenopause. We need to make talking about this normal so woman know what to expect.

@brigidoman3505 17 күн бұрын

Been there doing that! I’m post menopausal and after my move finding the right doctor to continue my HRT has been HARD. I would love to recommend two things that might help. Dr. Mary Clare Haver has a brand new book out called The New Menopause. It’s fantastic and includes peri-menopause. Also, what has been incredibly helpful is ingredient checking on my foods. I have totally ditched processed foods and chemical ingredients. I check every single thing I bring into my house with an app that allows me to see what kind of crap is in it and I’m shocked at what I have found. It’s not cheap but my health and my family’s health is so worth it.

@amandaw.7245 18 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing . I've been going through the same thing. I'm so glad I found your channel. I have had all the blood work done. mine started out like yours.. Now, I have so many symptoms of menopause. Currently, I take provitalize, and my doctor prescribed 10 MG of anxiety med, which I never needed before. I've also had to scale back on everything in my life just to function. It's a pep talk to just go to appointments and work.. take care and keep the videos coming.. it's nice to know someone gets what you are going through.. Menopause is no joke.

@everydayblue7798 18 күн бұрын

Wow, I'm going through the same exact things right now too! It feels so isolating and like you don't know what's wrong with you. I have no other friends going through these things. I had an episode where I thought I was going to pass out at work. Besides freaking everyone in the building out, I was embarrassed and had no idea why that happened. But it's a rough time. Mentally and physically. I've had to cut way back in activities. I feel like some days I live like a senior citizen. The question is, does it get better?

@michellereader5456 19 күн бұрын

Kristen …. Bit by bit & day by day …. Definitely medically FIRST, dig deeper into your faith - yet leaning on God for every breath l i t e r a l l y!! It’s okay not to be ok … listen to your body! Sharing your story will help others!! Yes it is hard & find what works for you!! ❤ and know this … God so cares about YOU & all of THIS!! Back to - day by day …..

@rachelvidal1053 19 күн бұрын

@@michellereader5456 hugs

@tracisanders3445 12 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing this, you aren’t alone, I totally can relate to everything you are saying.

@Rsalazar13 17 күн бұрын

Together ❤❤ I appreciate you and your honesty. Prayers for you

@jpsorrells21 18 күн бұрын

❤❤❤ Possibly one of my favorite videos from you. Thank you for being your real self. ❤️❤️❤️

@alyssaanderson3953 18 күн бұрын

This is exactly like me! I started having panic attacks out of no where. I started a new job and I am 3 years post hysterectomy. I started medication to help with the attacks. I now have had an adverse reaction to the medication and have to figure out a solution! Thank you for sharing open and honestly! Please know you aren’t alone. I am on the same path too! I hate not feeling like myself! 😢#Together ❤

@kikiandshawn 18 күн бұрын

It hit me at the age of 40. I’m still getting hot flashes galore. I am using estrogel but am still getting around 8 hot flashes a day. I suffer from extreme Anxiety and Depression. Thanks for sharing your story with us.

@pattyzuber6700 19 күн бұрын

I hear you loud and clear. I was there also. It took 3 meds to find the right fit, but feeling "back to normal" is a true gift.

@tiffers1003 18 күн бұрын

Thank you for your transparency, Kristin. I think the more we talk about going through the change and normalizing the conversations the more we can help each other through this process. I have an appointment with a naturopath because I'm 50 and starting the perimenopause journey. I also have PCOS and endometriosis so my hormones are all wacky (God bless my husband lol). TOGETHER we will come out stronger and support our community through this! And please don't think of yourself as being whiny. You're definitely not. It's a blessing to have a tribe of menopausal queens supporting each other. haha.

@KS-un3pi 18 күн бұрын

Together through sharing we aren't alone! I have found through sharing my own experiences with women's health care, it can educate and help people not feel alone. And also finding out that the care I received, or the lack thereof wasn't the 'norm'. Sleep is so vital! I will be the extra nap person who sleeps for 4 hours then can't go to sleep at night. I seem to get worse with that as I age.

@vanessadorsaneo1065 18 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing this. I’m 45 and I feel like I’ve experienced some of what you’ve shared. But TOGETHER I know we’re all going to be okay.

@kristyscott6123 18 күн бұрын

I could cry watching this, when I tell you I could be making this same video, you are me, like the feeling that your dying, the anxiety, it’s off the charts, I literally never ever had anxiety a single day of my life, one day everything changed, like literally in the snap of a finger my whole world fell apart…..nobody tells you about this part of life either…..nobody and doctors don’t have a clue

@erincomly 18 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing this! I, too, had a hysterectomy, but my doctor left in my ovaries (lowers stroke risk). I, too, have the anxiety/panic attacks. I, too, have the 'tinglies' and sleeplessness. Thank you for sharing the Facebook Group that you found. Kristen, I appreciate you so very much! Together!

@robinwaibel6852 19 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing! After all the years of doing everything, it is 1000% okay to step back and take care of yourself. I totally get the feeling of rising panic and the struggle with feelings of not wanting to attend events. It is okay -- you are not being whiny; your feelings are valid! The not sleeping is the worst part. The only thing that works for me is Ambien and CBD gummies (not on the same night!)

@courtneymarie8728 14 күн бұрын

I’ve been feeling like I have PMDD, which is like severe pms. My moods are awful after my period ends, around the time of ovulation, & leading up to my period. I’m about to turn 40, so I think I’m too early for perimenopause. I’ve never been on any form of birth control & had 2 kids over the past 8 years & breastfed for about 2.5 years. I’m hoping maybe perimenopause will help me!! I think I’m just super sensitive to the hormonal fluctuations. I hate how they make being a female seem so easy!! We go through sooooooo many hormonal fluctuations month after month… I’ve been taking extra magnesium daily & take 5-HPT on the worst nights. It helps a little! Prioritizing our personal peace is key! ❤😇 I think spiritual warfare is real too! The enemy hates women- we bring LIFE into this world! 🥰

@TheGoldProject 14 күн бұрын

You are so right. Being a female is definitely not easy. We go through so much in every stage of life.

@melissaderouin4372 18 күн бұрын

Anxiety is horrible. Take care of you and know you have loyal followers that do not think you whining about anything. ❤ God bless

@debbiefarley6954 19 күн бұрын

Thanks so much for sharing your journey! I'm learning so much from you on your videos because I just don't know how to describe my feelings or I don't know what questions to ask. We will get thru this together!

@sandrathomas1679 19 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for this video! 100% understand. Going through menopause is exhausting and frustrating. Sending love. 💕

@rachfri8203 19 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I have anxiety and panic attacks as well. Together!

@cindylong600 18 күн бұрын

Thank you so much for sharing. I'm struggling with some stress/other medical issues as well. Sending prayers for comfort and peace for you. ❤ thank you for always being open, honest and caring. I hope you have a blessed week.

@margaretmiller7939 18 күн бұрын

We are in the same boat. Thank you for sharing this. I also feel like I have to learn the new me.

@rosescott8755 18 күн бұрын

Tha k you for your honestly and courage to share with us. You definitely aren’t alone in this. We will get through it TOGETHER.

@LSharpless430 19 күн бұрын

I am so sorry you are going through all this. It's awful.

@stepheniejohnson2233 18 күн бұрын

#TOGETHER ❤❤❤

@kelleyhasapis1 18 күн бұрын

I have several of your symptoms as well. I feel like I’m totally going crazy and that I’m losing my mind. My memory has gotten so bad. I don’t remember people ever talking about theee type of symptoms before.

@kristenmatthias4547 18 күн бұрын

Together ❤

@LaurStar25 18 күн бұрын

💗together💗 perimenopause is so rough!

@LSharpless430 19 күн бұрын

I know my husband is not going through Perry.Menopause, but it sounds exactly to the t.What he's going through to. Everything you have said is what he's been dealing with. We can't figure it out.

@savagecat5499 18 күн бұрын

I’m going through the same thing. Thank you for sharing ❤

@blmom1720 7 күн бұрын

Together

@EmilyKira 19 күн бұрын

Hugs!

@rachelvidal1053 19 күн бұрын

Progesterone Rx helped with hot flashes & with staying asleep. Hysterectomy kicked me into menopause. Sorry you are experiencing all the side affects. These experiences have not been shared. Thx for sharing.

@TheGoldProject 19 күн бұрын

I take progesterone too. It has helped so much.

@rachelvidal1053 19 күн бұрын

@@TheGoldProject Dr wanted crystalized form. Was getting it compounded. She found it at CVS and it was way cheaper. I think the body absorbs/uses this form better.

@michianamom6343 19 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I’m curious, are there similarities in how you are ending your cycling season to how you started it? I remember hearing how you started is how you will finish. Similar emotions. It was that way for me, so I’m curious about others. Also, hormones before puberty cause you to focus inward. Hormones during cycle years cause you to look outward (you need to take care of everybody). Hormones for menopause force you back inward to deal with all the STUFF you pushed aside thinking, “I’m fine. It doesn’t bother me!” It truly is a beautiful season and you finally start taking care of your physical and emotional needs.

@TheGoldProject 19 күн бұрын

Are you referring to my menstrual cycle? I don't have a period anymore. I had a hysterectomy back in 202, which kinda makes it worse. If I had a period, it would definitely help me determine some of the hormonal issues.

@michianamom6343 19 күн бұрын

@@TheGoldProject not necessarily menstruation, just overall mental health influenced by hormonal changes.

@jillpowell5197 19 күн бұрын

I would encourage you to discuss your anxiety with your doctor. It may be worsened by perimenopause but don’t rely only on hormones to treat it….together

@TheGoldProject 19 күн бұрын

I have. I am on anxiety meds as well. :)

@kimberlynixon1059 19 күн бұрын

Thank you for sharing. I do have two questions and I hope the first doesn’t trigger you or anyone. Do you find yourself with more body issues (mental thoughts)now. I feel like I will be doing great and the a thought will pop in my mind that throws me off (never happened to me before). Second the sleep thing. Are u just not able to fall asleep or do you fall asleep and the wake up 10 time for no reason. This is so frustrating

@TheGoldProject 19 күн бұрын

And, thank you for watching. When you say body issues do you mean thinking negatively about myself?

@fitplannermom8835 16 күн бұрын

Do you follow Dr. Mary Claire Haver? She is a gynecologist that talks about strategies to help with perimenopause and some of it has helped me

@TheGoldProject 14 күн бұрын

I sure don't. Thank you for sharing. I will look her up.

@Mitzi73 17 күн бұрын

Sounds like your cortisol is being triggered (the stress hormone that comes from your adrenal glands). There’s an imbalance. See an endocrinologist or talk to your doctor. You are not crazy.