
Smash the Crash
If your energy is MIA, your brain feels like it’s buffering, and your mood swings are auditioning for a soap opera… welcome. You’re in the right place.
Hosted by midlife health coach Melissa Hinman, Smash the Crash is the go-to podcast for busy, overwhelmed women navigating perimenopause and all the real-life chaos that comes with midlife.
This isn’t about a total life overhaul. It’s about small, realistic shifts that actually fit your life—and help you feel like YOU again.
Disclaimer: I am a registered nurse and health coach, but I am not a medical doctor. The information and recommendations provided during our coaching sessions are intended to support your overall health and wellness and are not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your physician before making any changes to your medication, treatment plan, or if you have any concerns about your health.
Smash the Crash
032- Why the Mental Load of Midlife Is Draining You—and How to Combat it
Ever feel like you’re switching roles 24/7—mom, boss, partner, caretaker—without a second to breathe? In this episode of Smash the Crash, we’re digging into the mental load of midlife and why it’s quietly draining your energy every single day.
You’ll learn:
✔ What the “mental load shuffle” is—and why it’s more than just stress
✔ How constant role-switching impacts your physical energy and focus
✔ The one tool that helps you track energy leaks (spoiler: it’s quick, simple, and free)
✔ 4 micro-habits you can use to protect your energy and reset between roles
Whether you’re juggling work deadlines, soccer practice, or just trying to remember where your keys are—this episode will help you create more clarity, calm, and control in the chaos of midlife.
💜 Ready to stop running on fumes?
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Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor. The information and recommendations provided during our coaching sessions are intended to support your overall health and wellness and are not a substitute for professional medical diagnosis or treatment. Always consult with your physician before making any changes to your medication, treatment plan, or if you have any concerns about your health.