Hey friend!    Have you ever heard of “summertime sadness?” No, not the Lana Del Rey song…although that is a catchy tune!   I’m talking about seasonal depression, irritability, and even anxiety that can occur during the summer…. especially in women with a hormonal imbalance.    Yes! This is a thing! And it affects more of us ladies in perimenopause through post-menopause than you’d think.    So if you’ve been feeling a little “off” since summer started… this episode is for you!   Today, I’m continuing my “Hot Flash Summer” podcast series on how to beat the heat and keep your hormones in check so you can live your best “Hot Girl Summer.”    In the Hot Seat today: The Summer Blues   Did you know that a change in season and weather, even a “feel good” season like summer, can actually affect your mental health?In today’s episode, you will learn:   How a change in weather can impact your mood and increase anxiety and irritability   Summer SAD Disorder: What it is, what causes it, and how does it differ from winter seasonal affective disorder?   How to recognize the symptoms of seasonal affective disorder depression and who is most at risk   The connection between summer SAD and hormones and the hormonal imbalance that makes you especially susceptible   Plus, I’ll share 6 drug-free tips for easing the summertime blues and alleviating seasonal anxiety so you can enjoy the rest of your summer.   So turn that frown upside down and put on a happy face, cuz’ happier days are on the way!   — Next Steps: EP 26 | Sleepless in Summer: Why You Can't Sleep & 4 Natural Sleep Hacks for Better ZZZ’s in Menopause [SUMMER SERIES]: https://pod.fo/e/2530cf   EP 23 | Help! I'm Melting!: Six Tips to Beat the Summer Heat and Cool Menopausal Hot Flashes: https://pod.fo/e/24e160   Take my FREE Hormone Quiz: https://bit.ly/HormoneSelfAssessment   Book a FREE Hormone Clarity Call: https://bit.ly/HCprecall   Become A Podcast Insider: https://areyoutheremidlife.com/   Shop My Favorite Hormone Balancing Supplements And Save 5% or More on Every Order (Enter promo code EUQ1741):https://www.iherb.com/me/HormoneBalance   Email Me: [email protected]   *Disclaimer: Information provided in this podcast is for educational and entertainment purposes only. The information is not intended or implied to supplement or replace professional medical treatment, advice, and/or diagnosis. I share the strategies that have worked for me and you are advised to do your own research and speak to your medical provider for care.