The Meaning of Menopause: Part Of My Identitiy
I wasn't prepared mentally for it. I was physically drained and it was physically painful. I acknowledged the change and came to the point where I decided that my body doesn't change my identity. I drive my health and I decided to do something.
I had aligned myself with some good people who were interested in a natural approach to health. Yoga was a good place for info and so was my chiropractor. My chiropractor told me about a compounding pharmacy and I started from there. I educated myself on what was happening to my body, I found Web sites like EmpowHer.com, I found some good books and I went to seminars.
Once I got everything back in balance physically, I could sort out the emotions and the meaning. I could have let this event take me out. I couldn't change the event. I couldn't change the outcome. What I could change was how I felt about it and what it meant. Rather than feeling depressed and old, I felt totally energized. When I got my physical energy back, I realized how free I was. I felt released from this cycle that drove my life. That was so powerful for me.
I am now in a season of discovery. I find that I am able to take care of my own needs without guilt and I am more willing to do things for myself.
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CharlotteSal,
Wonderful column. It IS a confusing time of life, because all those hormones in transition affect us in every way -- mentally, physically, spiritually. I am happy to read how you've come through your journey. I'm not quite to the other side of it yet, but I'm on the way. Thanks again for your point of view.
I love the article-Definitely can relate to this regarding identity. I know for me I had some of those same feelings and emotions. Glad I took my identity in my hands and searched for natural healthy alternatives to help me deal with my menopause. We all all need to know that we can be the sexy diva's. Menopause does not control me, I control menopause. Tally-http://www.thehotflashcoach.com
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I actually looked forward to menopause. The only trouble I've had is that I haven't responded well to HRT. My DH's trouble has been with my hot flashes, LOL! Sometimes, though, that can be a rather funny experience.
I wonder what sort of HRT you went with alysiak. Did you get your adrenals tested? Taking an adrenal supplement did a world of good for me and the hot flashes.