In Rhythm: Not Accepting the Symptoms as “normal”

As women in midlife, many of us, especially those of us who are driven, ambitious, and constantly performing at a high level, are told that our fatigue, brain fog, mood shifts, night sweats and/or anxiety are simply “normal.” 

I’m here to tell you they’re not.

We, at The Jubili, do not accept symptoms that can absolutely be treated with the right rituals, support, nutrition and care, as normal.

Speaking from my own midlife wellness journey and also supporting other women in theirs, I’ve learned that what you’re experiencing is a real part of the hormonal shifts that happen in midlife.

And it’s time we lead the conversation, not whisper through it.

For too long, these symptoms were dismissed, misdiagnosed, or minimized leaving even the most successful women feeling confused, depleted, and unsupported. 

here’s what’s true:

• These symptoms are biological, not imagined.
• They can be tracked, tested, and treated.
• With the right support, women 40+ can do more than “manage”, we can thrive in this chapter with clarity, energy, and power.

Your body is the platform for everything you lead. And if your health isn’t aligned, it’s only a matter of time before performance suffers, creativity dwindles, and burnout hits.

It’s time to normalize hormone education, better midlife care, and true wellness as a success strategy, not an afterthought (or no thought at all).

Because you’re a high-achiever, I know your time is precious. This week, we’re spotlighting rituals that help smart, successful women build resilience from the inside out.

(And if you can relate to any of this or have any questions, please reach out! I’d love to start a conversation and learn more about how you’re feeling.)

Water before coffee

Today’s ritual: Start your day with 12–16 oz of water before coffee. Add a colorful, whole‑food breakfast. Because your body is processing hormonal and metabolic shifts so what you feed it matters for energy, clarity and longevity.

Block 25 minutes for purposeful play

Mid‑life transition brings changes like muscle mass declines, recovery slows, metabolism shifts. Today’s ritual: Block 25 minutes this week for “purpose & play.” Choose a movement you love like strength training, a brisk walk outside, yoga flow.

The 3-Minute Daily Check-In

Sleep, nervous‑system balance and rest are not optional. Today’s ritual: Design a tech‑cut‑off 60 minutes before bed. Replace screen time with a soothing habit: journaling, stretching, warm non‑screen reading. Your nervous system doesn’t receive “pause” messages via email. You need to give it one.

If you want to feel good in 2026, it starts now.

You’re not simply “making it through.” You’re building a legacy of wellness across your career, your leadership, your life.