@thepauseaffect: As estrogen and cortisol fluctuate, your tolerance for stimulants drops. What once felt helpful can now overload your nervous system. Tips: 👉🏻 Always eat before protein before drinking caffeine 👉🏻 Try smaller amounts or adjusting intake timing 👉🏻 Recognize that caffeine is a stress amplifier, not a crutch For personalized support, shoot me a DM. Join our Pause Collective for weekly group support! #ThePauseAffect #NotYourMamasMenopause #PerimenopauseSymptoms #HormoneHealth #Caffeine