Perimenopause is one of those seasons of life that nobody really prepares you for. The hot flashes, the sleep disruptions, the changes in your body — it can feel overwhelming and frustrating. As a health coach (and as a woman living through it myself), I’ve had to experiment with what actually works for me.

The truth? There’s no one-size-fits-all solution. But there are daily habits that can make this stage so much more manageable — even empowering. Here are 7 things that have truly helped me through perimenopause, plus a bonus tip that’s been a total game-changer.