Create The Best Me
Entrepreneur đź Coach đ˘. I help women boost their self-confidence; so that they can live the life they've always dreamed filled with love and adventures.
I'm a Personal Development Coach, Podcaster, and YouTuber. My passion lies in empowering women who are going through midlife transformations to become the absolute best versions of themselves. Whether it's through my coaching sessions, podcast episodes, or YouTube videos, I strive to provide guidance, support, and inspiration to help women navigate this exciting phase of life. So if you're ready t
06/24/2026
Think âfrozen shoulderâ is just a random injury? Itâs actually much more common in perimenopausal women, and the hormonal connection is often missed! I unpack exactly why estrogen and inflammation set up the perfect storm for joint trouble in your 40s and 50s.
Learn how to ask your doctor the right questions to get the answers and care you deserve. I also explain the crucial difference between the phases of frozen shoulder and why timing your physical therapy can make or break your recovery.
Plus, hear the incredible research about how hormone therapy could cut your risk of frozen shoulder in half! If you feel like your body is betraying you, let me show you how knowledge is the beginning of relief.
Have you or someone you know battled frozen shoulder lately? Donât miss out, watch now for a new approach to joint health: https://vist.ly/58yeb
Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why Are you waking up stiff every morning? Is your shoulder so painful ...
06/24/2026
Hot flashes and night sweats get all the attention, but joint pain is one of the most common and least talked about symptoms of perimenopause. In this episode, I connect the dots between hormone changes, stress, and why your joints feel older than you are.
Youâll hear about three surprising types of joint pain and the exact ways estrogen decline affects your muscles and tendons. I walk you through tracking your symptoms and creating the timeline doctors need to make the right diagnosis.
Have your injuries suddenly taken longer to heal? I also explain how high cortisol can sneakily amplify pain, and what you can do to break that cycle. With my five-step strategy, you'll learn gentle movements and stress management techniques that really work.
Are you curious if your joint pain could be hormonal? Take charge of your well-being and tune in for empowering tips: https://vist.ly/58twb
Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why - Create The Best Me Have you ever wondered why your joints suddenly feel achy, stiff, or even âoldâ long before you imagined they would? If every morning feels like youâre waking up in someone elseâs body, youâre not alone, and youâre not simply âgetting older.âIn th...
06/23/2026
Morning stiffness, achy knees, and that feeling of being âolder than your ageâ if youâve been there, I get it. For years, I lived with unexplained joint pain and was given little more than painkillers or vague reassurances. It wasnât until I started digging that I discovered how perimenopause, inflammation, and declining estrogen are all connected.
In my latest episode, I dive deep into the root causes, explain why this isnât âjust getting older,â and share real-world advice on advocating for yourself at every appointment. This conversation is for you if youâre tired of piecemeal solutions, endless PT referrals, or just feeling alone in your struggle.
Tune in wherever you love to listen for an honest, practical guide to creating the best version of yourself, even when âagingâ sends mixed signals.
Listen to the entire episode and take back control of your health today: https://vist.ly/58rvc
Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why - Create The Best Me Have you ever wondered why your joints suddenly feel achy, stiff, or even âoldâ long before you imagined they would? If every morning feels like youâre waking up in someone elseâs body, youâre not alone, and youâre not simply âgetting older.âIn th...
06/22/2026
Say goodbye to "pushing through" unexplained joint pain! I reveal how the inflammation hijack happens and why estrogen is at its core. If youâve ever had your knees, hips, or lower back ache for no obvious reason, this episode is for you.
I talk about how declining estrogen impacts collagen, making tendons and ligaments weaker, which is why injuries linger or come back stronger than before. I expose the hidden risks of high cortisol from chronic stress, and how this double trouble for your joints can keep you feeling stuck.
Iâll guide you on asking the right questions at your healthcare appointments so you can get answers, not guesswork. My actionable advice includes gentle, joint-friendly exercises that naturally lower inflammation.
Stop blaming yourself and start speaking your bodyâs hormonal language! Are you ready to find out what your joint pain is really trying to tell you? Watch now for science-backed solutions: https://vist.ly/58p3w
Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why Are you waking up stiff every morning? Is your shoulder so painful ...
06/21/2026
Are you tired of doctors telling you your joint pain is "just arthritis" or "just getting older"? I dive into the real root cause that most physicians overlook: estrogen decline and rising inflammation during perimenopause. I explain why 50% of women in this transition face joint aches, morning stiffness, and even tendinitis.
Youâll hear how our medical system treats symptoms in isolation and often misses the bigger hormone connection. Discover the importance of tracking your symptoms alongside your hormonal timeline for your next appointment.
Iâve got a powerful five-step action plan to support your joints and reduce pain without resorting to intense workouts or endless medications. I also talk about the crucial phases of frozen shoulder and when physical therapy can actually backfire.
If your joint pain feels like a mystery, this episode unlocks answers that could change your life. Have you ever had a doctor connect your joint pain to your hormones? Tap to listen and start transforming your joint health today: https://vist.ly/58ixa
Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why - Create The Best Me Have you ever wondered why your joints suddenly feel achy, stiff, or even âoldâ long before you imagined they would? If every morning feels like youâre waking up in someone elseâs body, youâre not alone, and youâre not simply âgetting older.âIn th...
06/21/2026
Have you ever woken up with aching joints, stiff shoulders, or hands that just donât want to move in the morning? Iâve spent years dealing with these same symptoms, always chalking it up to âjust agingâ or âsleeping wrongâ until I finally discovered the real connection: perimenopause and declining estrogen.
In my latest episode, I break down why half of women experience significant joint pain during this phase of life and why so many of us are left searching for answers when medical appointments focus only on isolated symptoms. From the invisible role estrogen plays as a natural anti-inflammatory to the âinflammation hijackâ that can lead to frozen shoulder and tendon injuries, I unpack the science without all the medical jargon and share my 5-step action plan for you to bring to your next appointment.
If youâre fed up with being told âitâs just arthritisâ or âjust stress,â this episode will give you the knowledge you need to advocate for yourself and maybe even connect some dots your health care team is missing.
Watch the whole episode and join a community of women determined to thrive. Your story matters, and youâre not alone in this! https://vist.ly/58i4g
Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why Are you waking up stiff every morning? Is your shoulder so painful ...
06/21/2026
Waking up with stiff joints and aching shoulders isn't just "aging." It's often the hidden side effect of perimenopause! In my latest episode, I break down why so many women in their 40s and 50s are suddenly struggling with joint pain, and itâs not just arthritis.
Did you know estrogen acts as your bodyâs natural anti-inflammatory? As it starts to decline, inflammation sneaks in, causing pain and restricting your movement. I share the three most common ways perimenopausal joint pain shows up and how itâs often misdiagnosed.
Youâll learn why frozen shoulder is dramatically more common during this life stage. I also cover how chronic stress and elevated cortisol make things even worse for your joints. Plus, I reveal five practical steps you can take right now to regain comfort and flexibility.
Ready to connect the dots between hormones and joint pain? What joint symptoms have you noticed since starting perimenopause? Listen now and empower yourself to create the best you: https://vist.ly/58h3g
Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why Are you waking up stiff every morning? Is your shoulder so painful ...
06/21/2026
Do you wake up in the morning feeling like your joints belong to someone twice your age? If youâre in your 40s or 50s and struggling with unexplained stiffness, achy knees, or even frozen shoulder, you are NOT alone. Iâve been there that moment when you wonder if it's just aging, only to be told by a doctor that "everything looks normal" in your labs, or youâre simply given an early arthritis label.
Hereâs what almost nobody is telling us: for so many of us, these joint pains are not just âgetting older.â They are a direct result of perimenopause and the hormonal shifts happening in our bodies. When estrogen declines, inflammation quietly rises, impacting tendons, cartilage, and overall joint health. And yet most provider visits never connect the dots.
On my website, I've laid out exactly whatâs going on behind the scenes, the three most common ways perimenopausal joint pain shows up, and most importantly, a practical step-by-step action plan you can start using today. Iâve also included downloadable resources and full show notes just for you.
If youâre tired of just pushing through or accepting vague diagnoses, I truly hope youâll take the next step with me.
Read the full post, access resources, and discover whatâs actually happening in your body now. https://vist.ly/58g2r
Perimenopause Joint Pain: What Women Miss - Create The Best Me Perimenopause joint pain may be linked to estrogen, inflammation, frozen shoulder, stress, and the way your body heals.
06/21/2026
đĽ Are your knees, shoulders, or hands aching in ways you never expected? Waking up stiff, sore, and wondering if youâre âjust getting olderâ or if something bigger is going on inside your body?
Iâve been hearing from so many of you about mysterious joint pain, stiffness, and even frozen shoulder, and I want you to know you are NOT alone, and youâre NOT crazy. This week on Create The Best Me, Iâm breaking down the real reason behind midlife joint pain (hint: itâs not âjust arthritisâ), why 50% of women in perimenopause are battling this silent struggle, and why your doctor may not connect the dots.
I dive into the three surprising ways estrogen decline triggers inflammation, what you really need to know about frozen shoulder, and a 5-step action plan to start feeling better now. If youâve ever left a doctorâs office with more questions than answers or been told âitâs just your age,â this conversation is for you.
Ready to learn the truth, reclaim your mornings, and take charge of your midlife health? Hit play on the latest episode and join the conversation. Donât forget to like, comment, and share with a friend who needs to hear this! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=szJTL3j2rNE
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Is Perimenopause Destroying Your Joints? Here's Why Are you waking up stiff every morning? Is your shoulder so painful ...
Are you waking up stiff every morning? Is your shoulder so painful you can't reach behind your back? Have you been told it's arthritis â or just aging â without a single question about your hormones?
Fifty percent of women experience significant joint pain in perimenopause. Fifty percent. And almost none of them are told the real reason why.
In this episode, I'm breaking down the connection between estrogen decline and joint inflammation â the one your doctor likely never mentioned. Whether you're dealing with general stiffness, tendon pain, or the specific condition called frozen shoulder (which strikes women in midlife at alarming rates), this is what you need to know.
In this episode, you'll learn:
âď¸ Why estrogen is your body's built-in anti-inflammatory â and what happens when it declines
âď¸ The 3 ways perimenopause joint pain shows up (and why most women don't recognize them as hormonal)
âď¸ The frozen shoulder connection â and the critical timing mistake most women make in treatment
âď¸ How Survival Mode and chronic cortisol make joint pain significantly worse
âď¸ 5 practical steps to reduce inflammation, advocate for yourself, and start feeling better
This video is for every woman who has been managing the pain without ever being told the real cause.
đ Time Stamps:
00:00:00 Joint Pain After 40: Is It More Than Aging?
00:02:41 How Estrogen Affects Inflammation and Joint Pain
00:05:34 3 Signs Your Joint Pain May Be Hormonal
00:07:26 Frozen Shoulder and Perimenopause
00:08:56 Why Doctors May Miss the Hormonal Connection
00:11:18 Stress, Cortisol, and the Inflammation Cycle
00:14:23 5 Steps to Support Your Joints in Midlife
00:18:30 Stop Calling It âJust Agingâ
00:20:19 Your Pain Is Not a Personal Failure
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