Menopause, a New Beginning

Peri-menopause was more surprising and came with more aches, pains and mood swings. Menopause crept up quietly and was more of a peaceful knowing and acceptance. Unsure of what to expect since my Mom zoomed into menopause due to having a hysterectomy, I decided to embrace it and do what I can. The one thing I’ve always been clear about, not taking hormones or any other medication that has an obscene amount of side effects.

As an Herbalist, I’ve been taking care of my ailments for the past 15 years, rarely using any pharmaceutical or over-the-counter medication so I figure this stage of my life should be no different. I tweaked my peri-menopause herbal tea blend to add more support for menopause and so far, it’s been 5 weeks and I am feeling pretty good. Once I begin exercising more each week, I am sure to feel fantastic!

I want to be honest and tell you that Herbal remedies take time to help your healing process. If you are looking for a quick fix, Herbal remedies may not be for you. Conversely, if you are patient and diligent, Herbal remedies are absolutely amazing. Along with my tea, I practice my own form of meditation when I first rise to set the tone for each new day. I also do simple yoga stretches to weed out the clicks and ticks that build up during the night. I eat even more green leafy vegetable than before; now incorporating them with breakfast, lunch as well as dinner. I honor my body and mind; if I feel tired, I will no loner push myself to do more just because that is what I became used to. I can’t eat or drink all of the things I used to and now I’m okay with this too. 

Menopause is a time of reflection and truly learning who you are, how you want to live and who you want to be instead of who you’ve been taught to be. It’s a time for deep self-love, embracing and fully accepting who you are. You are wiser, more confident and able to “see” what may have been “hidden” before now. Sure it’s an uncertain time as well but hey, the mystery of it can make this an exciting stage of life if you allow it to.

We’ve got this; together.

Sending you Love, Peace, Courage and Pure Bliss…💜🤗🙏💜