Chestnut Hypnotherapy

28/07/2025

You’re trying to feel calmer around food… but still want to feel more in control.

Now what?

This comes up so often in conversations with the women I work with.

There’s a fear that easing up around food means giving in.

That if you stop restricting or fighting your body, it all goes off track.

But what if real change starts when you stop battling?

I help women in perimenopause who feel overwhelmed by anxiety — especially when food has become a way to soothe the stress.

Together, we untangle the habits, the guilt, and the pressure.

Inside my Midlife Food & Feelings Reset and Soothe & Settle programmes, I blend hypnotherapy, nervous system work, and practical support to help you feel calmer, clearer, and more in control — without relying on willpower.

💜 Curious how this could work for you?
Take a peek here:
👉https://perimenopausesupport.uk/feelings-and-food-reset
👉https://perimenopausesupport.uk/soothe-and-settle
I offer a Free No Obligation Consultation too! Here’s the link if you want to talk things through 👉 https://calendly.com/bonnie-01/free-initial-consultation

25/07/2025

🌪️ “Why do I wake up every morning with panic in my chest when nothing’s even happened?”
💔 “I’ve always coped… why can’t I anymore?”

If you’ve started feeling anxious, overwhelmed, teary or on edge — even though you’ve always been the strong one — it could be your hormones talking.

You’re not going mad. And you’re definitely not alone.

✨ In this blog, I break down why anxiety ramps up during perimenopause, what helped me through it (yes, even as a trained mental health nurse I was caught off guard), and the real science behind that knotted stomach, racing heart, and 3am wake-up call.

🧠 Plus: Practical tools to feel more calm, grounded, and like yourself again.

👉 Read the full blog here:
Why Anxiety Shows Up More During Perimenopause — Even If You’ve Coped for Years

https://perimenopausesupport.uk/f/why-anxiety-shows-up-more-during-perimenopause

Let’s stop suffering in silence.

...Even If You’ve Coped for Years

19/07/2025

✨ Overwhelmed at work… or is it something else?

You used to juggle meetings, deadlines, and life admin like a pro — but now even opening your inbox feels too much.
Is it burnout… or could it be perimenopause anxiety?

😩 Racing thoughts
😵 Brain fog mid-presentation
💔 Tearful in the loos (again)

If you’re thinking, “What’s wrong with me?” — please read this. You are not broken. And you’re definitely not alone.

👇 In this honest blog, I explain why work suddenly feels so hard in midlife — and what you can do to feel more like yourself again.
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If you’re suddenly feeling more anxious, emotionally fragile, or overwhelmed by small decisions at work, you're not alone — and you're not failing.

16/07/2025

😡Today didn’t start too well- Google decided my website was unsafe so blocked it! ….1.5 hours later after 🥱a long call with my website host - things started to improve- seems better now.

03/07/2025

Ever had a wave of heat hit you mid-meeting — out of nowhere?

Clammy skin, flushed cheeks, racing heart — and no idea how to cool it down?

You’re not imagining it. You’re not overreacting. And you’re definitely not alone.

This blog explains:
✅ Why your body suddenly feels like it’s overheating
✅ Common (and surprising) hot flush triggers
✅ Simple ways to cool down — from nervous system tips to what to eat
✅ How hypnotherapy can gently reduce the intensity of flushes

💬 Real science, practical advice — and no fluff.

👉 Tap to read:https://perimenopausesupport.uk/f/hot-flushes-in-perimenopause-and-how-to-cool-things-down

25/05/2025

🎉 Support at Your Fingertips!

Looking for gentle, effective help with anxiety, emotional eating or weight worries during perimenopause?

🧡 Download my FREE digital resources to help you feel calmer, more focused, and more in control.

And if you’re ready to go deeper, my Online Weight Management Course (£197) is packed with powerful tools to help you change your relationship with food — no guilt, no shame, just real support.

✨ Build habits that last
✨ Understand emotional eating
✨ Reconnect with your body in midlife

Start here 👉 bonnie.chestnuthypnotherapy.com

15/05/2025

😩 Why am I eating biscuits at 10pm… again?
😵‍💫 Why can’t I sleep even though I’m shattered?
😠 Why do I feel like I’m snapping at everyone—and still gaining weight?

If this sounds like your life lately, you’re not alone—and you’re not failing.
Your hormones are running the show. And cortisol? She’s the bossy one.

👉 In perimenopause, stress doesn’t just feel worse. It is worse.
And that’s exactly why your body keeps crying out for sugar, salt and sofa snacks.

But here’s the good news:
You can calm the chaos—without dieting, guilt-tripping, or giving up biscuits.

In this blog, I break down:
✅ What cortisol actually is (without the jargon)
✅ Why your cravings, belly fat and brain fog are NOT just “you being lazy”
✅ What really helps (hint: it’s not just “eating clean”)
✅ Simple steps to soothe your stress hormones—without overhauling your life

💗 If you’re over 40, feeling frazzled, and wondering where the hell your old self went… this one’s for you.

✨ Read the full post here >>
➡️ https://perimenopausesupport.uk/f/cortisol-cravings-and-the-chaos-of-midlife-hormones

📞 Want to talk it through? Book a free consultation and let’s chat.⛓️‍💥There’s a link in the blog

You’re not broken.
You’re in perimenopause—and I’ve got your back. 💕

Why stress is driving you to snack - the hormone connection.

11/05/2025

Ever found yourself elbow-deep in a packet of crisps after a stressful day… and you’re still hungry, wired and moody?

There’s a reason. And it’s not lack of willpower.

It’s cortisol—your body’s stress hormone. And in perimenopause, it doesn’t play fair.

If you’re…

✨ Craving carbs in the evening
✨ Waking at 3am with racing thoughts
✨ Snapping at everyone but feeling flat inside
✨ Noticing that stubborn belly weight
..you need to read this blog.

💻 I break down what’s really going on with your hormones and how to gently shift out of survival mode—no diets or restriction required.

Link is here👇
https://perimenopausesupport.uk/f/cortisol-cravings-and-the-chaos-of-midlife-hormones

Why stress is driving you to snack - the hormone connection.

08/05/2025

🌟 Are you one of the many women in your 40s feeling like your mind is clouded by a fog? You're definitely not the only one! 🌟

Many professionals like you experience brain fog during perimenopause, often mixed with anxiety and fatigue. It can be frustrating when your clear thinking feels like a distant memory.

In my latest blog post, I reveal 6 Brain Fog Traps in Perimenopause that might be holding you back from feeling your best.

These common pitfalls can exacerbate mental fog and make daily life a challenge.

✨ Click the link below to discover how you can reclaim your mental sharpness and well-being.

💖 Plus, grab your FREE guide, "Brain Fog Be Gone: Your Perimenopausal Clarity Companion," filled with 12 simple strategies to help you thrive during this transitional phase.

👉 Read the Blog Here and Get Your Free Guide! ( #)

https://perimenopausesupport.uk/f/6-brain-fog-traps-in-perimenopause-that-leave-you-feeling-lost

Take the first step toward a clearer, calmer, and healthier you today!

With love and support,
Bonnie ###

Are you among the many women in their 40s who feel like your mind is in a fog?

01/04/2025

My dog's reminder system never fails: 'Mum, it's hydration o'clock!'

💧 Did you know proper hydration can help with hormonal balance during perimenopause?

Sometimes the simplest habits make the biggest difference.

28/03/2025

🌷 Still stuck on what to get that special someone for Mother’s Day? 🌷

How about a relaxing and transformative 2-hour hypnotherapy session with Bonnie- an expert hypnotherapist for just £97.

She can choose to attend in person at my calming clinic near Canterbury or enjoy the session from the comfort of home via Zoom.

Whether she’s seeking a soothing experience to unwind or looking to work on a specific issue, this session is designed to reduce stress, boost confidence, and unlock personal potential.

This unique gift is the perfect way to show your love and appreciation for someone who deserves a little extra care.

Make this Mother’s Day memorable—book now and give your mum an experience she will truly cherish! 💖✨

👉 Check it now using the link.

https://chestnuthypnotherapy.com/mothers-day-special