247 Menopause: Your Brain And The Amygdala Hijack

Show Notes In this solo episode, Stephanie Shaw explores how menopause, stress, and hormonal fluctuations can amplify our emotions and lead us to speak before we think. Learn how to pause, reflect, and let God guide your words—turning everyday interactions into moments of connection rather than conflict. What You Will Learn How hormone fluctuations during perimenopause and menopause affect your emotional brain and can trigger impulsive speech (the “amygdala hijack”). Practical strategies to pause, breathe, and filter your words through Scripture, reducing conflict and increasing calm. How small, intentional practices—like prayer, mindful breathing, and writing thoughts before speaking—can transform daily interactions and strengthen relationships. Additional Resources Learn how to feel clear, steady, and in control again. https://hellohotflash.com/assessments The limited-series podcast Christian Women and Menopause teaches what the Bible says about stress, anxiety, health, and confidence in midlife.