Category: Women

Let me start by saying: I see you.
You’re not imagining it.
The mood swings, the brain fog, the unexplained tears or irritability—it’s real. And you’re not alone.

As a woman myself of a certain age, now 40 years plus and a doctor working with women every day, I’ve come to understand that menopause isn’t just about hot flashes and missed periods. It’s deeply emotional. It’s mental. It’s hormonal. And sometimes, it can feel like you’re losing your sense of self.

Let’s unpack what’s going on.

What’s Happening to Our Bodies and Minds in Our 40s & 50s?

From around age 35 onward, our ovaries start producing less estrogen and progesterone—the hormones that not only regulate our periods, but also play a major role in our emotional and mental balance.

As we enter our 40s, this hormonal decline becomes more noticeable. Whether it’s perimenopause (the transition phase) or full menopause, these shifts can impact:

• Mood (more irritability, sadness, even rage) 
• Sleep (hello, 2 a.m. wake-ups) 
• Memory (why did I walk into this room again?) 
• Confidence (feeling unsure, insecure, or lost) 
• Anxiety or panic attacks 
• Low motivation or emotional burnout 

  

Does any of this sound familiar?

I ask because I’ve seen it in my clinic, and I’ve felt it in my own skin too. One moment, I’m managing the day like a boss, and the next, a small thing triggers tears or makes me feel overwhelmed. This isn’t weakness—it’s biology.

Hormones and Mental Health: The Hidden Link

Our sex hormones—especially estrogen—affect brain chemicals like serotonin, which keeps us feeling calm, happy, and emotionally balanced. When estrogen drops, serotonin drops too. That’s why you might feel suddenly anxious, weepy, or emotionally reactive—even if everything else in life seems “okay.”

Research shows:

• Women going through perimenopause are 4x more likely to develop depression than at other times in life. 
• The longer the transition lasts, the higher the risk. 
• Emotional symptoms often worsen when menopause is triggered suddenly (after surgery or cancer treatments, for example). 

It’s not just “in your head.”
Your brain chemistry is literally changing during this phase. The frustration, the mood dips, the sudden anger—it all has a hormonal explanation.

So What Can We Do?

This is where we take back control.

Hormonal changes are natural, but suffering through them isn’t necessary. You have options—safe, gentle, and holistic ones.

A Homeopathic Approach to Mental Health in Menopause

Homeopathy doesn’t treat you as a list of symptoms. It treats you, your story, your feelings, and your unique experience.

A skilled homeopath will choose a remedy not just based on your mood, but how your whole system is reacting—emotionally, physically, and hormonally.

Lifestyle Support Matters Too

I always encourage my patients (and myself!) to combine natural remedies with healthy lifestyle changes. These help smooth the transition:

• Regular exercise – especially walking, yoga, or strength training 
• Balanced diet – rich in omega-3s, calcium, magnesium, and phytoestrogens 
• Good sleep hygiene – keep bedtime consistent and reduce screen time 
• Connection – talk to other women, join support groups, don’t isolate 
• Mindfulness – journaling, meditation, prayer, or simply deep breathing 

Menopause Mood Tracker (Printable PDF)

Track your emotional and physical symptoms throughout the month to better understand your body and hormonal patterns.

Download the Menopause Mood Tracker Printable:- Click Here 

How to Use It:

• Print one sheet for each month.

• Take 2 minutes each evening to reflect and jot down the day’s mood and symptoms.

• After 3–4 weeks, you’ll see patterns: “Every 10 days, I feel very anxious,” or “I sleep worse during hot flashes.”

• This insight can help personalize your treatment and lifestyle adjustments.

You Are Not Broken. You Are Transforming.

Let’s stop looking at menopause as a “problem” or an “end.”
It’s a transition—yes, often messy, confusing, and hard—but also powerful.

You’ve carried families, careers, and emotional loads for years. Now your body is asking you to slow down, listen, and take care of yourself in new ways. It’s not weakness. It’s wisdom.

So, if you’re between 35 and 55 and you’ve been feeling “off,” please don’t ignore it. Talk to someone. Seek support. You’re not alone, and you don’t have to “just deal with it.”

Want Personalised Help?

If you’d like to explore safe and natural ways to manage mood swings, anxiety, or other menopausal symptoms, I’m here. As a woman walking this path too, I understand what you’re going through and I believe healing should be gentle, empowering, and rooted in understanding.