For a long time, I thought hormone healing was just another box to check.
Fix the fatigue. Balance the cycle. Get my energy back so I could do more.
But the truth?
That mindset kept me stuck.
You’re not healing your hormones so you can hustle harder, wake up earlier, or squeeze more productivity out of your day. You’re healing so you can be here — present, grounded, and actually enjoying the life you’re working so hard to build.
If you’ve ever woken up feeling wired but exhausted, relied on caffeine just to function, or poured a glass of wine at night because your nervous system couldn’t shut off… you’re not broken. You’re not lazy. And it’s not “just part of being a woman.”
Those symptoms are signals.
Hormone imbalance doesn’t usually show up as one dramatic red flag. It shows up quietly — in afternoon crashes, intense cravings, bloating that won’t budge, mood swings that make you feel unlike yourself, and that constant low-level anxiety that hums beneath everything. Especially for moms. Especially for women carrying mental load, emotional labor, and the pressure to hold it all together.
We’ve been taught to override those signals. Push through. Drink more coffee. Try another supplement. Follow another “fix your hormones in 30 days” plan.
But real hormone healing doesn’t start with optimization.
It starts with safety.
Your body is always asking one question: Am I safe right now?
When the answer is no — because of chronic stress, blood sugar swings, poor sleep, or an overwhelmed nervous system — your hormones respond accordingly. Cortisol rises.
Progesterone drops. Energy tanks. Cycles feel chaotic.
Your cycle isn’t a nuisance.
Your cravings aren’t weakness.
Your exhaustion isn’t a personal failure.
They’re communication.
When you stop trying to control your body and start responding with intention — supporting blood sugar, regulating your nervous system, honoring rest, and nourishing instead of restricting — things begin to shift. Not overnight. Not perfectly. But steadily.
And that’s the point.
Hormone healing isn’t about becoming the most optimized version of yourself. It’s about feeling steady in your own skin. Having the energy to play with your kids instead of watching from the couch. Enjoying your partner without feeling touched out or emotionally drained. Moving through your day without feeling like you’re barely hanging on.
This work isn’t about productivity.
It’s about presence.
And you’re worthy of that — exactly as you are.
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This nut + chocolate mix is especially supportive during the luteal phase, when progesterone and blood sugar need extra care. Pistachios and walnuts provide healthy fats, B6, omega-3s, and magnesium to support hormone balance and reduce inflammation, while a touch of maple syrup helps keep cortisol steady. It’s a nourishing way to satisfy cravings while actually supporting your cycle.
Ingredients:
- 1 cup Pistachios
- 1 1/4 cups Walnuts
- 3 tbsps Maple Syrup
- 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1 tsp Cardamom
- 1/2 cup Dark Chocolate Chips
- 1/2 tsp Coconut Oil
- 1/4 tsp Sea Salt (flaky)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 350ºF (180ºC) and line a loaf pan with parchment paper.
- In a medium-sized bowl, combine the pistachios, walnuts, maple syrup, vanilla, and cardamom. Mix well.
- Add the nut mixture to the prepared loaf pan, pressing down with a spatula. Transfer to the oven and bake for 25 minutes, until lightly toasted.
- Let the mixture cool completely in the pan, ideally one hour, before removing. Break into clusters.
- Line a small baking sheet (or large plate) with parchment paper.
- Melt the chocolate and coconut oil in a saucepan on low or in the microwave for 30-second intervals.
- Dip each cluster into the melted chocolate, garnish with salt, and place on the prepared baking sheet. Transfer to the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes or until the chocolate has set. Enjoy!
10 servings
I don’t even remember what the original question was — but I’m pretty sure less doom scrolling and more nervous system support is the answer.
And no, that’s not just a mindset shift or a wellness buzzword. The overwhelm so many women feel right now is real, measurable, and happening at a nervous-system level.
We live in a constant state of stimulation. Social media. News alerts. Endless opinions. Add in work, family, and the mental load most women carry, and even “rest” stops feeling restful. Our bodies rarely get a signal that it’s safe to slow down.
The Science Behind the Overwhelm
Chronic stress - including digital stress - activates the sympathetic nervous system and keeps the body in fight-or-flight mode. Research published in the Journal of Behavioral
Medicine shows that prolonged stress dysregulates the HPA axis, leading to elevated cortisol and disrupted hormone signaling.
In plain terms: when your nervous system is overwhelmed, hormone balance becomes incredibly difficult. Energy drops. Mood feels unpredictable. Digestion slows. Sleep suffers.
And yet, most women are told to respond by trying harder — eating “cleaner,” adding more supplements, or pushing through workouts — even when their body is clearly asking for something else.
What Actually Helps (And It’s Surprisingly Simple)
A 2021 study published in the Psychoneuroendocrinology found that just three daily behaviors significantly improved nervous system regulation in women:
- Morning light exposure ☀️
- Gentle movement, like walking
- Mindful breathing
No extremes. No perfection. No expensive tools.
These practices activate the parasympathetic nervous system - the state where your body can regulate hormones, support digestion, and recover from stress.
Why Nervous System Support Comes First
Here’s the truth most people never say out loud: your body cannot heal in survival mode.
If your nervous system doesn’t feel safe, it will prioritize protection over balance every single time. That’s why “doing all the right things” doesn’t always work — and why slowing down can feel so uncomfortable at first.
This isn’t a willpower issue.
It’s a regulation issue.
A Gentle Place to Start
If this resonates - if you’re feeling tired but wired, overstimulated, or stuck in a cycle of burnout — start by learning how your body actually responds to stress.
👉 Follow me for simple, science-backed nervous system and hormone education designed for real life.
Or grab my Nourished Cycle Recipe book to begin supporting your body without overwhelm.
Because healing doesn’t start with doing more.
It starts with helping your body feel safe again.
This is a perfect make ahead lunch option. It's packed with protein and delicious. I've definitely edited a bit between forgetting quinoa or even left out the sweet potato - and it was still delicious and pretty easy too!
Ingredients:
- 1 Sweet Potato (medium, cubed)
- 2 tsps Avocado Oil
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- 1/4 cup Quinoa (dry, rinsed)
- 1/4 cup Organic Peanut Butter
- 3 tbsps Water
- 2 tbsps Lime Juice
- 2 tbsps Tamari
- 1 cup Purple Cabbage (thinly sliced)
- 1/4 Cucumber (medium, diced)
- 1/3 cup Frozen Edamame (thawed)
- 1/2 cup Chickpeas (cooked)
- 1 Carrot (medium, peeled, grated)
Instructions:
- Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the sweet potato to the baking sheet, drizzle with oil, and season with salt and pepper. Cook for 20 to 25 minutes or until fork tender.
- Meanwhile, cook the quinoa according to the package directions.
- Add the peanut butter, water, lime juice, and tamari to a small bowl or jar. Whisk or shake the jar until well combined.
- Layer the ingredients in a mason jar in the following order: peanut dressing, cabbage, quinoa, sweet potato, cucumber, edamame, chickpeas, and carrot. When ready to eat, shake well and dump into a bowl. Enjoy!
2 servings
This crispy cabbage is one of those surprisingly good recipes you don’t expect to love… and then you’re standing at the pan picking at it before it even hits the table. The cabbage gets golden and crunchy in the oven, then it’s tossed in a creamy almond-sesame dressing that’s nutty, savory, and just a little tangy. It’s simple, cozy, and the kind of veggie side that actually feels satisfying — perfect for busy nights when you want something easy but still really, really good.
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsps Almond Butter (runny)
- 1 tsp Apple Cider Vinegar
- 1 tsp Sesame Oil
- 1/4 tsp Garlic Powder
- 1 tbsp Water
- Sea Salt & Black Pepper (to taste)
- 8 cups Savoy Cabbage (shredded)
- 2 tbsps Extra Virgin Olive Oil
- 1 tbsp Sesame Seeds
Instructions:
- In a small bowl, mix together the almond butter, apple cider vinegar, sesame oil, garlic powder, water, salt, and pepper. Set aside.
- Preheat the oven to 450°F (230°C) and line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
- Add the cabbage to the baking sheet and add the olive oil, salt, and pepper. Toss to combine, then spread it out in an even layer.
- Cook for 15 to 20 minutes or until the cabbage has browned and is crispy.
- Transfer to a serving bowl and pour the dressing all over. Toss to combine. Top with sesame seeds and divide evenly onto plates. Enjoy!
4 servings
