Ep 83 Perimenopause, Identity & the “Invisible Woman”: Why So Many Women Feel Lost in Midlife

Perimenopause & Motherhood: Real Life Wellbeing for Happy Thriving Mums · Jun 4, 2026 · 26m

Have you ever looked around at your life and thought: “I’m doing everything I’m supposed to do… so why do I feel so disconnected from myself?”

In this episode, we explore the emotional and psychological shifts that can happen during perimenopause and midlife — from people-pleasing and exhaustion to rediscovering your identity, boundaries, confidence, and sense of self.

Many women describe this stage as feeling “invisible.” On the outside, they’re managing careers, relationships, parenting, and responsibilities. But internally, there’s often a growing sense of restlessness, frustration, or…