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Am I Crazy, Am I Losing My Mind?BIy Michelle Harden, MDf you’ve ever thought, “I’m losing it,” you’re not alone. Life today is hectic, and whether you’re 15 or 85, the wayyou live shapes how you feel every single day.Patients often ask, “Are my hormones balanced?” Most are thinking about female hormones, but one of the most overlooked is cortisol. This stress hormone can keep the body on high alert, triggering anxiety, fatigue, and mental fog.That’s why the first questions I ask are simple: What are you eating? Are you moving your body? Are you taking time to breathe and be present? Too often, the answer is no. And that “no” can slowly erode health and happiness.For women, another turning point begins around age 35—perimenopause. As estrogen production in the brain declines, many experience memory lapses, irritability, or brain fog. Lifestyle changes help, but in some cases, low-dose bioidentical hormone therapy provides safe, effective support. While estrogen is often feared because of breast cancer risk, it’s important to remember: for every one woman who dies of breast cancer, ten die of cardiovascular disease. In fact, starting estrogen early in menopause may protect the heart and improve quality of life.SATURDAY MARKETBOO-TIFUL BLOOMS!Custom faux floral wreaths and arrangements for the holidays and every day.$125 OFFCleaning Is A BIG Deal To Us.TMTry MaidPro today and sweep up this exclusive offer:$25 OFF YOUR 2ND, 4TH, AND 6THCLEANINGS Reference Stone Oak Highlights and also receive a FREE FridgeInside The Oasis Salon Suites & Spa1826 N Loop 1604 W, Suite 100, San Antonio, TX 78248 | 210.951.0101or oven Clean! $50 value.Use Code: SOHL125Kim Folden -OwnerCall 210-664-4884 or visit maidpro.com/stone-oakYour Home is your CastleJennifer Jenkins John, Mary Jenkins Asquith & JessicaTrevinoThe Jenkins interior Design Group www.jenkinsidg.com• Over 40 years of experience • Custom Interior Draperies,Furniture, Carpet & Flooring,Artwork• Home Remodeling Projects &more!• Professional Home Organizing(210) 325-3720Call for your personal consultation.Design Fee Upon Request.Ask About Our Magical Makeovermanagement, and mindful living—it can thrive.If you’re ready to learn how lifestyle and hormones work together, visit us at Stone Oak Women’s Center. I’m Dr. Michelle Harden, and alongside our nutritionist Katy Clayton, author of“To Finding Healthy”(with me as co-author), we’d love to help you discover balance, clarity, and vitality. You can also find the book on Amazon.Michelle Harden, MDBoard Certified OBGYN & HRT Expert. www.stoneoakwomen- scenter.com or call( 210 ) 614-2229Katy Clayton, MS, CCNBoard Certified Clinical Nutrition- ist & Genomic Insight Specialist In-person & virtual consults www.stoneoakwomen- scenter.com or callYour body is like a garden. With theright care—healthy food, movement, stress ( 210 ) 614-2229Step Into Decorating...TBy Mary Jenkins Asquithhe fall season has arrived. Are we ready? That’s the question we are all asking.Our fall season means that we are just a few weeks away from Holidays...and our guests willBe arriving.A few tips in updating our homes:*Bring in fall with some inviting wreaths as well as some flowers by our front doors.*Refresh bedding in our rooms.*Update accessories both inside and on the patio.*Organize and clean out those areas that need cleaning.*Create functional areas in your home for you and your guests.Reupholstering is on the rise as well as drapes for our rooms. The fabric companies have introduced some wonderful new fabrics with neutrals and textures as well as some floral and patterns.Draperies are functional and can serve the purpose of privacy or not. Perhaps you need to update your hard treatments and softer is the look you are searching for. Draperies can make a big difference.Call us for our specials this month. As well as those furniture orders. The design markets are in full swing and we will bethere shopping for our clients.Let me know how we can assist you inmaking your Home your Castle! Your Home is Your Castle!The Jenkins Interior Design Group, LLC Mary L Jenkins Asquith, R.I.D., owner(210) 325-3720Jennifer Jenkins, Designer(210) 325-3772Jessica Trevino, Designer (210) 464-1519The Jenkins Interior Design Group, LLCOctoberr 2025www.stoneoakhighlights.com 11