Thriving in Your 40s: The Unspoken Challenges of Women in Midlife with Maye Angelastro

Life Intended

In this episode of Life Intended, I had the pleasure of speaking with Maye Angelastro, a licensed mental health counselor who brings invaluable insights into the silent struggles many women face in their late 30s and early 40s. The unique perspective of this discussion revolves around the often-overlooked emotional and hormonal upheavals that accompany this life stage and the critical importance of understanding and addressing these challenges holistically.
We discuss challenges like emotional dysregulation, identity crisis, and the need for reinvention. She emphasizes the importance of therapy, social support, and nutrition in navigating these challenges.
The conversation covers the topics of reinventing oneself, making permanent decisions, finding the right therapist, the impact of therapy, and the importance of holistic health. It also covers the signs and symptoms of mental health issues, the role of functional medicine, and the significance of gut health.
Takeaways

• Women in their early 40s experience emotional dysregulation, mood dysregulation, and a sense of identity crisis, often leading to a need for reinvention.
• Therapy, social support, and nutrition play a crucial role in addressing these challenges and navigating life transitions.
• The decision to initiate divorce is common among women in their early 40s, and it's important to make well-informed decisions based on proper steps and information.
• Reinventing oneself and navigating life transitions can lead to feelings of loneliness and emptiness, highlighting the need for support and intentional decision-making.
• Finding the right therapist involves being comfortable, honest, and open to vulnerability.
• Holistic health, including gut health and functional medicine, plays a crucial role in mental and physical well-being.

Connect with Maye:

• Follow Maye on Instagram
• Connect with Maye on LinkedIn
• Connect with Maye on Facebook
• Learn more about Maye's practice: www.MayeAngel.com

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More About Kelly Berry

Kelly is a Coach, holds an MBA and is the VP of Operations at Fitness Revolution. She has a rich background in strategic planning and business management is a devoted community volunteer and an avid adventurer. Kelly believes in living life to the fullest—whether it’s running an ultramarathon, running her businesses, or spending quality time with her husband Nick Berry and daughter Vivienne. Her life is a testament to the power of resilience and intention.

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