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Second Puberty: The real biological and neurological transformation that happens in your 40s and 50s

Second Puberty: The real biological and neurological transformation that happens in your 40s and 50s

Update: 2025-06-30
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What if midlife wasn’t a breakdown—but a breakthrough? In this episode, we explore the concept of second puberty, the real biological and neurological transformation that happens in your 40s and 50s. Far beyond hot flashes and hormone drops, this transition is a complete body-brain recalibration.

We cover:

  • ​The brain science behind hormone shifts and why it affects your mood, memory, and energy
  • ​How your stress and metabolism systems are adapting—and how to support them
  • ​The real reason your workouts and eating patterns may not be working anymore
  • ​Six practical, science-backed strategies to support your body and mind during this evolution

If you’ve been wondering why you feel so different lately—and what to do about it—this episode will give you the clarity and tools to move forward with power.

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Second Puberty: The real biological and neurological transformation that happens in your 40s and 50s

Second Puberty: The real biological and neurological transformation that happens in your 40s and 50s

Heather Heynen, LPC-MH