Ancient Fire, Part 1: The Spark - Perimenopause and the First Shifts
Part one of a three-part series on Menopause.
When things start changing and no one warns you.
Perimenopause often begins years before anyone uses the word “menopause,” and it is frequently overlooked or misdiagnosed. This class focuses on the early hormonal shifts that can quietly disrupt sleep, mood, cycles, and mental clarity.
We will cover what perimenopause actually is, why it is often missed in clinical settings, and how fluctuating hormones can affect the nervous system long before periods stop. You will learn how to recognize common early signs like anxiety, irritability, disrupted sleep, cycle changes, nausea, and brain fog, and how to support your body through them.
Herbal focus will be on calming and stabilizing the nervous system, supporting hormonal communication, and easing cycle irregularity with gentle, appropriate herbs.
Main Topics:
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What perimenopause actually is (and why doctors often miss it)
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Hormone fluctuation vs hormone loss
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Early signs: sleep, anxiety, rage, cycles, brain fog
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Herbs for nervous system support and cycle irregularity
At the end of each class, we will briefly discuss:
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How to choose herbs for your specific body and symptoms
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Teas vs tinctures vs topicals and when each makes sense
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Simple routines that are realistic and sustainable
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When to seek medical care alongside herbal support
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A guided tasting of a class relevant tea blend
Herbal tea, spring water, and a buffet style snack table will be provided.
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