Listen... nobody told us our 40s were going to come with surprise plot twists. 😂 One minute you’re feeling like yourself, and the next you’re carrying a fan everywhere, forgetting why you walked into the kitchen, and wondering why you’re exhausted after getting a full night’s sleep. If you’re over 40 and navigating perimenopause, just know you’re not crazy—and you’re definitely not alone. Here’s your reminder to give yourself a little more grace. Your body’s changing, but that doesn’t mean you stop showing up for yourself. Prioritize your rest. Move your body. Eat your protein and take your collagen. (Pro-tip, loving the collagen peptides from blackgirlvitamins ) Also, keep your doctor’s appointments! And if you’re like me, that means actually GO to the doc appointments that your hubby schedules for you. (Talking to myself on this one.) 🤭 And most of all, don’t feel guilty for saying “no” when your body needs a recovery day! ‘Cause I’m QUICK to put me first. Ummkayyy? Now...