In a world that constantly demands more from us, it's easy to get lost in the noise—external expectations, endless to-do lists, and the pressure to be more, do more, have more. But what if we did the opposite? What if, instead of striving for more, we focused on less? What if we scaled down and began to strip away everything that doesn’t serve us?
For women going through perimenopause, embracing lifestyle changes that prioritize self-care can be transformative.
The real transformation begins when we turn inward and pay attention to what’s there, underneath it all.
When we start to simplify our lives—whether it's by paring down our skincare routine, decluttering our spaces, or adopting a practice like yoga that connects us to our bodies—we create room. Room for ease, for reflection, for life itself to breathe within us. This approach to perimenopause allows us women to cope naturally with symptoms while honoring the body’s need for balance.
That’s when the magic happens. Nothing external has changed, yet everything feels lighter, open, and full of possibility. It’s that moment when you realize life is flowing through you, and you feel alive in every sense. The feeling is as gentle and nourishing as applying a drop of oil to your skin—soft yet powerful.
Stripping back doesn’t mean giving up or doing less.
It means creating space for more of what truly matters. More presence. More awareness. More connection. When you strip back, you start to notice the subtle yet profound beauty in small moments—a deep breath, the warmth of sunlight, or the simple joy of feeling your body move in a yoga class. Each of these natural practices helps alleviate perimenopause stress, making space for inner ease.
Turning inward is an act of self-discovery, and through this process, your world transforms. You see things from a different perspective. What once felt overwhelming now feels manageable. What once felt distant now feels closer. You begin to realize that everything you need is already within you. Learning to cope with perimenopause symptoms naturally gives you the tools to navigate life with newfound clarity and ease.
In this place of inner calm and clarity, we see the world not through a lens of scarcity or stress, but through one of curiosity, excitement, and abundance. And that’s when life begins to feel effortless—like applying a nourishing oil to your skin or flowing through a yoga sequence. It’s all about balance, nourishment, and letting go of the unnecessary to find the richness that remains.
So, what are you ready to let go of? And what will you discover when you turn inward?
By Jenny Gripenberg
Menopause-coach at Lily
