Navigating the Abyss: Finding Nourishment in Menopausal Transitions

Honest Tea by Franca

Last week, I shared with my community the profound impact of mood swings during menopause, perimenopause, and post-menopause. It's not just a fleeting feeling but can feel like a slingshot into the abyss, leading to a shutdown mode devoid of vitality. I struggled during this period and was unprepared for its challenges. However, the support and shared experiences from other women made me realize that we don't have to navigate this journey alone.

We often overlook how menopause affects highly sensitive people, creativity, and spirituality. Personally, connecting with spirit becomes difficult during these times of shutdown. This time around, I embraced the void instead of rushing out of it, viewing it as a seed planted deep in the dark. It’s a place of preservation and detachment, much like shutting out the summer sun to find a cooler, more settled room.

My therapist’s question, "What will feel nourishing right now?" has become a mantra. Nourishment can take many forms, whether it's binge-watching Netflix, drinking more water, or simply being a good friend to yourself. I created a playlist to accompany you during these moments, designed to sit with you rather than solve the problem.

I'm also working on a PDF with resources that have been incredibly helpful during this transition.

You can listen to the playlist NOURISHING in SHUT DOWN on Spotify. Meanwhile, I invite you to connect with others, even if you feel like isolating yourself. Many of us are on this journey, finding our new becoming. This is an individual journey, but we can do it together.

Sending you all my love. Until next time. Thank you.

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