In this episode, Dr. Anna Marie dives deep into the often-unspoken experience of anxiety, sleep disturbances, and mood changes that come with hormonal shifts after age 40. She explains how both women and men are affected, shares her personal journey, and introduces her specially formulated supplement, "Calm You." Dr. Anna Marie also provides practical, research-backed tips to help listeners support their nervous system and overall well-being during this transitional phase of life.

Episode Highlights:

• The impact of declining estrogen, progesterone, and testosterone on mood, sleep, and stress response
• Why nearly half of women in perimenopause experience new or increased anxiety
• The effects of low testosterone in men, including irritability and poor sleep
• Dr. Anna Marie’s personal experience with hormonal shifts and anxiety
• Introduction to the "Calm You" supplement: ingredients and their benefits (magnesium blend, GABA, holy basil, lemon balm, L-theanine, methylated B6)
• The importance of understanding and supporting partners through hormonal changes

Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com

Instagram: @happywholeyou

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

Venmo: @happywholeyou

In this episode of the Happy Whole You Podcast, Dr. Anna Marie explores the topic of loneliness in midlife, discussing its emotional and neurological impacts, and offering practical strategies to foster connection and well-being. She shares personal stories and client experiences, highlighting how loneliness can affect even those surrounded by people, and why it’s important to recognize it as a signal for change rather than a source of shame.

Key Topics Covered:

• Understanding loneliness in midlife: why it happens and how it feels
• The health risks of loneliness: increased risk of dementia, heart disease, stroke, and early death
• The neurological effects: shrinking of the hippocampus and prefrontal cortex, cognitive decline, and disrupted sleep
• Personal stories from Dr. Anna Marie and her clients about navigating loneliness and rebuilding connections
• Practical tips for overcoming loneliness:

- Micro-moments of connection (texts, smiles, coffee dates)

- Rebuilding your tribe (joining groups, clubs, or classes)

- Intentional online connections

- Self-connection through journaling, nature, and gratitude

- Reaching out to old friends and making new ones

• The importance of accepting where you are and taking small steps toward connection

Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com

Instagram: @happywholeyou

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

Venmo: @happywholeyou

You don’t need to overhaul your life to feel better!

Start with one small habit each week and watch how 52 tiny changes stack up in a year. Dr. Anna Marie Frank calls it the “add in method,” and it can touch everything from your mood to your bank account. Think simple: stretch while you wait for your coffee, step outside in the morning light, sip more water, take short breathing breaks, and jot down what you’re grateful for.

Even your finances get a boost when you shift perspective. Redirecting just $5 a day could mean $1,800 by the end of the year. It’s about trading quick wins for lasting value and showing up for your future self in small but powerful ways. One upgrade at a time, you start to see the bigger picture—and the bigger payoff.

Connect with Anna:

Email: annamarie@happywholeyou.com / info@HappyWholeYou.com

Website: www.happywholeyou.com / https://linktr.ee/happywholeyou

Personal Website: www.DrAnnaMarie.com

Instagram: @happywholeyou

Personal Instagram: @Dr.Anna.Marie

Facebook: Happy Whole You

LinkedIn: Anna Marie Frank

Venmo: @happywholeyou