Ride the wave.
Hi loves,
One of the most common and frustrating symptoms of peri-menopause is fluctuating energy. Living in the zone of chaos means we are less resilient to stress, have more fatigue and less Fs to give. When we are used to doing it all, it can be difficult to separate our productivity from our identity. But transitioning from capacity to discernment is key part of this journey.
That’s why it’s essential to plan for doing less—intentionally. Building flexibility into your routines, work schedules, and commitments isn’t a sign of weakness or failure; it's a form of self-respect and resilience. Just as athletes taper their training to avoid injury and improve performance, those navigating perimenopause need to allow space for recovery and rest. That might mean creating buffer days, setting realistic goals that align with your energy patterns, or learning to say no without guilt. It’s not about lowering expectations, but about working with your body instead of against it and leaving some gas in the tank.
If you want to brainstorm what doing less would look like for you, sign up for a FREE 20 min discovery call below.
Groups & Workshops
My peri-menopause group meets Sunday, July 27th at 10:30am
It was so fun to meet up at Faultline Gallery in Oakland in May for some stretching and hormone chat. The energy this type of community creates is so powerful and necessary. Let’s do it again!
For more information and to register please visit alexandrazappacosta.com/groups
I’ll see you there!
Resources
All Fours
by Miranda July
I took a break from non-fiction by finally bingeing this “menopause novel” on Mother’s Day. I liked the prose but not the story? I’d love to hear your thoughts if you’ve read it.
Stelo Continuous Glucose Monitor
by Dexcom and Oura
I am a big fan of non-diabetics tracking their blood sugar for a few weeks to discover trends and patterns. Connecting through my Oura ring makes it even easier to understand how sleep and stress contribute to my metabolic health.
No-lettuce Salad
Speaking of Instagram inspo, I saw this reel on no-lettuce salads and gave it a try. This was a can of tuna, a can of garbanzos, and basically the contents of a Greek salad. Split into 2 servings I got my 30 grams of protein plus some fiber without heating up the kitchen.
