Perimenopause and menopause play havoc with the brain and brain fog is no joke, especially when you're in the classroom or trying to have a sensible conversation with a colleague.
Here are one or two things that might help.
- Move. Even if it's just pacing your classroom, it'll get the blood flowing and help you feel better.
- Breathe. Use deep calming breaths right from your belly. That'll help get oxygen to the brain.
- Have a change of scene if you can - to wake the brain up.
- Don't panic. The more stressed you get about it the worse it will get.
- Take your mind off your mind. Think about something else. Even better, do something.
- Play for time. Let someone know you'll come back to them later.
- Deflect. Ask a question. Give someone else some responsibility.
- Crack a joke. Or ask someone else to tell you one. Laughter helps clear the mind.
- Don't be tempted to reach for sweet things. Find something that will release energy slowly like oats or nuts.
- Make sure you're drinking enough. Good luck!