Show Notes If you’ve been doing everything “right” but still feel off—low energy, stubborn weight, unpredictable moods—this episode will help you understand why. Midlife isn’t just about hormones declining; it’s about your body asking for a new level of awareness and care. In this conversation, Bria Gadd, known as The Period Whisperer, shares how to recognize the early “whispers” your body sends before they turn into louder symptoms. From adrenal health to gut balance, she reframes menopause as a powerful opportunity to rebuild your foundation—not restrict more, push harder, or ignore what your body is trying to tell you. You’ll walk away understanding how to support your body with intention, not overwhelm—so you can feel more steady, energized, and confident in this season. What You Will Learn How adrenal hormones like cortisol and DHEA influence energy, weight, and hormonal balance in midlife Why common (and less obvious) symptoms—like anxiety, fatigue, and hair changes—may signal deeper imbalances How to shift from ignoring your body’s signals to using them as a guide for sustainable health and self-care About Our Guest Bria Gadd is a Functional Diagnostic Nutrition Practitioner, certified personal trainer, and holistic health coach with over 17 years of experience specializing in female hormones. She helps women navigate perimenopause and menopause with strategies that support weight release, energy, and hormonal clarity. Bria is also the host of The Period Whisperer podcast, a top-ranked wellness show focused on helping women listen to and trust their bodies. To learn more about our guest, click here: https://hellohotflash.com/episodes/bria-gadd-period-whisperer Additional Resources Join the interactive menopause meal planning workshop: https://hellohotflash.com/workshop Listen to the limited-series podcast Christian Women and Menopause: https://hellohotflash.com/christian-women-and-menopause Sponsor This Episode’s Sponsor is Christian Women and Menopause: The limited-series podcast Christian Women and Menopause teaches what the Bible says about stress, anxiety, health, and confidence in midlife.