Menopause - A Positive Journey in Life
by DJ Rogers
First the journey was through puberty, then perimenopause, and now you have reached menopause. Puberty and perimenopause are tough for most women, but were are resilient and can celebrate making it to the change in life called menopause. The question now is how do I accept menopause in a positive way instead of thinking of it as a curse?
First, you are alive, and that is the biggest blessing of all. Perimenopause is gone, and your emotions are more stable. You may even find that you are more courageous.
You’re financially better off in menopause. No more trips to the store at eleven o’clock at night for the necessities of the monthly cycle. Just think of all the money you’ll be saving.
No more worrying about if you took the “pill”, or pacing because your monthly buddy is late.
No more cramping or running to the bathroom while you’re with a client; no more bloating and not being able to wear those white pants you love; no more embarrassing moments (those anyway).
The mood swings almost magically disappear, and you feel more confident as a woman (I personally think this has to do with our testosterone level).
It becomes easier to communicate with strangers; and you feel you can better handle what life throws at you.
Do you remember what it was like when you had your first period? While you may have felt a bit awkward, nonetheless, your body changed, and you adapted. The same is true of menopause.
During menopause there are some periods of awkwardness as you learn to adapt to your changing body, both physically and emotionally. Its difficult losing our youth, crushing is more like it. No longer are you the prettiest woman in the room, but inside you are a better woman. You’ve experienced life, and you know secrets that younger women have yet to discover. When you learn to accept what menopause will throw at you, you will again embrace life, but with even more wonder and excitement. It’s a time for yourself; a time you’ve earned.
Intimacy, communication, and loving relationships are parts of the circle of life after menopause. There are always other women you can talk to and discuss what you are going through. Their comfort and reassurance will guide you to a path of immeasurable freedom and joy.
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