Episode #1
The Hormonal Blueprint: How Stress and Trauma Impact Women's Aging, with Dr. Sonya Jensen
The Hormonal Blueprint: How Stress and Trauma Impact Women's Aging, with Dr. Sonya Jensen Dr. Sonya Jensen shares her insights on women's hormonal health, the impact of stress, trauma and lifestyle on aging, and practical strategies for women to reclaim their health and vitality at midlife and beyond. Dr. Sonya opens with the personal experiences that shaped her approach to women's health, and what it really means for a woman to reclaim herself. She explains why so many women in midlife feel disconnected from themselves, how living out of tune with nature affects our health, and the early signs of depletion to look out for in your own body. From there we get into chronic stress and its role in hormonal imbalance, what nervous system dysregulation looks like, and how unresolved trauma and emotional stress show up physically. Sonya explains why sleep problems are often an early indicator of hormonal issues, and why hormonal challenges are now appearing in younger women too. We also cover the practical side: diet and lifestyle tips for hormonal health, why women gain weight around the middle in midlife, cortisol and how to reduce it, and the connection between hormones, cognition and Alzheimer's risk. Sonya shares the key labs for assessing hormonal health in perimenopause, the common mistakes women make with health span and longevity, and the daily habits she recommends. We finish on the importance of purpose and community in aging well. **Key topics** - The impact of trauma and stress on hormonal health - Signs of depletion and hormonal imbalance in women - The role of lifestyle, diet and mindset in aging well - The importance of understanding your body and hormonal cycles - Strategies for supporting your nervous system and hormonal health Connect with Dr. Sonya Jensen Website: https://www.drsonyajensen.com/ Instagram: @drsonyajensen
