Things I Stopped Doing — And My Perimenopause Symptoms Practically Disappeared. I used to think my hormones were the problem. That my body was working against me. That feeling exhausted, anxious, bloated and foggy was just something I had to “put up with”. Then I made three simple changes. Not overnight. But steadily. Gently. In a way that finally felt sustainable. 1. I stopped saying yes to everything. Stress was my biggest trigger. Not food. Not supplements. Stress. Constant rushing. People-pleasing. Never resting. My nervous system was always on high alert. When I started protecting my time and energy, everything shifted. Better sleep. More stable mood. Fewer hormonal swings. 2. I stopped under-eating and living on caffeine. Skipping meals. Running on coffee. I thought I was being “good”. But my blood sugar was all over the place— more cravings, crashes and irritability. When I started eating balanced meals with protein, fats and fibre, my body finally felt safe. Energy improved. Cravings eased. 3. I stopped punishing myself with workouts. Long, exhausting sessions. Pushing through fatigue. But perimenopause doesn’t respond well to burnout. My body needed support, not stress. So I slowed down. Walked more. Lifted weights. Rested when needed. And my energy came back. Here’s what I learned: Perimenopause isn’t about doing more. It’s about doing less of what drains you— and more of what supports you. Gentle changes. Consistently. Kindly. Because your body isn’t broken. It just needs a different kind of care. If this sounds like you, you’re not alone. Save this for later. Share it with someone who needs it. Comment “READY” below and I’ll send you my perimenopause step-by-step reset guide, filled with practical strategies to help you rebuild healthy habits, support weight loss, and start strong. Follow @holistic.nutritionwithgloria on Instagram for daily tips, inspiration and guidance on feeling your best through perimenopause - @holistic.nutrition1