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![[HERO] How Perimenopause Affects the Nervous System: A Somatic Guide to Reclaiming Your Calm](https://cdn.marblism.com/4YDYRRHmfwI.webp)
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How Perimenopause Affects the Nervous System: A Somatic Guide to Reclaiming Your Calm
How does perimenopause affect the nervous system? Perimenopause triggers a decline in estrogen, a master neuromodulator, which disrupts the brain’s ability to regulate mood, energy, and stress responses. This transition often leaves the autonomic nervous system stuck in a state of "high alert" (sympathetic) or "shutdown" (dorsal vagal), leading to symptoms like anxiety, hot flashes, and brain fog that require somatic regulation to heal. What is the Connection Between Perime
Iya Daronke Aboah
Mar 55 min read
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Why Your "Second Spring" Matters: The Spiritual Meaning of Menopause and Womb Wellness
Have you felt a shift lately? Perhaps it began as a subtle whisper in your spirit, or maybe it arrived more loudly through the physical changes of your body. If you are navigating the years between forty and sixty, you are standing at a threshold that is often misunderstood in our modern world. For many of us, the conversation around menopause is dominated by talk of "symptoms" to be managed, hot flashes, brain fog, and the grief of ending a fertile era. But what if I told yo
Iya Daronke Aboah
Mar 45 min read


Slow Self-Care Practices: Slow Down with Intentional Self-Care Routines
In a world that often feels like it’s spinning too fast, I’ve found that the most profound healing comes when I choose to slow down. Intentional self-care routines are not about rushing through a checklist or ticking off tasks. They are about being with ourselves in a gentle, nurturing way. When I slow down, I create space for my nervous system to settle, for my spirit to breathe, and for my body to remember its natural rhythm. This is where true restoration begins. Let’s ex
Denika Laurie
Mar 24 min read
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Why Somatic Release Exercises Will Change the Way You Heal From Burnout
Have you ever felt like you’re carrying a heavy, wet wool coat that you simply cannot take off? For so many women in the beautiful, complex middle years of life: those of us navigating the seasons between 40 and 60: burnout isn't just a "busy week." It is a deep, bone-weary exhaustion that seems to settle into our very cells. You might find yourself juggling the demands of a career, the emotional needs of growing children or aging parents, and the shifting landscape of your o
Iya Daronke Aboah
Feb 285 min read
![[HERO] Can a Women’s Circle Really Help Your Body Find Safety? Find Out Here](https://cdn.marblism.com/xKI_Do6Xkml.webp)
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Can a Women’s Circle Really Help Your Body Find Safety? Find Out Here
After decades of managing careers, raising families, caring for aging parents, and navigating the shifts of our own bodies, our internal "alarm system" can get stuck in the "on" position.
Iya Daronke Aboah
Feb 265 min read


Embracing Calm: Gentle Nervous System Regulation Exercises for Inner Balance
Finding moments of calm in our busy lives can feel like a precious gift. When the world rushes by, tuning into our own rhythm becomes an act of self-love. I want to share with you some nurturing ways to gently support your nervous system, helping you feel grounded, safe, and deeply connected to yourself. These simple, intentional practices invite you to slow down and honor your body’s wisdom.
Iya Daronke Aboah
Feb 254 min read
Healing Through Spirit: Mindfulness Health Journey for Women
Healing is a deeply personal journey, especially for women who often carry the weight of multiple roles and expectations. Many women seek wellness not only through physical health but also through spiritual growth and emotional balance. This post explores how embracing spiritual healing can support women’s overall wellness, offering practical insights and examples to guide those on this path. Spiritual wellness connects mind, body, and soul. It encourages women to listen to t
Iya Daronke Aboah
Nov 8, 20254 min read
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