I may not fall into the " normal" catagory in terms of struggling through menopause. Mine occurred about 25 yrs ago, so yes, my family Dr put me on prempro for a couple of years, which I took without question, but then stopped taking it as I educated myself about the drugs. Anyway, I did not have the symptoms that many of my friends were having. I actually had a very positive and accepting attitude toward menopause. I found it to be a blessing in my life, kinda like you have said, an awakening and growing experience. It was a time when I started lookling at life on a much deeper level, feeling more free and empowered. I found it to be a time of focusing on my inner wisdom. I recall the words of Dr Clarissa Pinkola Estes, who wrote " Women Who Run With the Wolves" which was about connecting with our natural wisdom and instincts. And Dr Northrup, I totally agree with you that it is a wonderful time in our lives to learn and grow and not to see it as a curse, but as a blessing and a time of spiritual awakening just like you are comparing it to what our country and world is going through now. And yes, there were uncomfortable moments just like going through any transformation, but they are so worth it.
I love listening to you! Could you please please give me your perspective: I’m in menopause, 58yrs old, and haven’t slept more than 4 hours at night for the past few years and also have hot flashes. Because of an estrogen positive breast cancer diagnosis 8 years ago I’m staying away from any hormonal products. Am I doing the right thing? Could I at least use a progesterone cream or something to help me sleep? Thank you so much.
Eveline, I hope Dr. Northrup replies, but until she does, I'd like to:
I'd like to encourage, encourage, encourage you to EXERCISE. Yeah, I know, some people don't like it, but DO whatever MOVES your body that gives you the most joy (usually *not* a spin class). Did you roller blade in your 20s ? Ice skate ? Bike ? I swim in a pool with a wall of windows with my underwater MP3 player.
Every time I get back, I sleep like a puppy back from outdoor day camp. I'm EXHAUSTED — and I love it.
Also, ACUPUNCTURE. Secret: In moments of silence — say, while you're swimming, biking or praying — ask the Universe to guide you. Then, have the COURAGE to FOLLOW that guidance. I say this to you: Watch ! The Universe HAS YOUR BACK.
Thirdly, anything by Dr. Northrup, of course, and ANTHONY WILLIAM, the Medical Medium. Anthony William's advice (herbal tinctures and celery juice) corrected too many things in my life to list.
William believes menopausal symptoms are lifelong toxic buildup that coincide with menopausal symptoms at the same time in life. He does not believe hormones are the cause. I agree with him. Start with "Medical Medium," his first book.
Oh, and Martha Beck, "The Integrity Cleanse," DON'T FORGET THAT.
Grab the throne. Menopause is a sign YOU become QUEEN. No more people pleasing.
Let know one tell you different.
We could have gone to high school together, and it's NOW that I'm having the time of my life. 😃 💃 🦋 🏊♀️ 🤸🏼♀️ 🚴♀️ 🛴 ⛸ 🛼
Such a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing. I’ve taken up belly dancing, hiking and wild, cold water swimming in my 50s. It did help with transition to my Queendom🥰 So did learning how to set boundaries and ditching sugar. Sending Love to All🤩
I may not fall into the " normal" catagory in terms of struggling through menopause. Mine occurred about 25 yrs ago, so yes, my family Dr put me on prempro for a couple of years, which I took without question, but then stopped taking it as I educated myself about the drugs. Anyway, I did not have the symptoms that many of my friends were having. I actually had a very positive and accepting attitude toward menopause. I found it to be a blessing in my life, kinda like you have said, an awakening and growing experience. It was a time when I started lookling at life on a much deeper level, feeling more free and empowered. I found it to be a time of focusing on my inner wisdom. I recall the words of Dr Clarissa Pinkola Estes, who wrote " Women Who Run With the Wolves" which was about connecting with our natural wisdom and instincts. And Dr Northrup, I totally agree with you that it is a wonderful time in our lives to learn and grow and not to see it as a curse, but as a blessing and a time of spiritual awakening just like you are comparing it to what our country and world is going through now. And yes, there were uncomfortable moments just like going through any transformation, but they are so worth it.
Thank You🥰✨
Glad to hear your message, I missed you and was hoping you were doing well. Welcome back!
I love listening to you! Could you please please give me your perspective: I’m in menopause, 58yrs old, and haven’t slept more than 4 hours at night for the past few years and also have hot flashes. Because of an estrogen positive breast cancer diagnosis 8 years ago I’m staying away from any hormonal products. Am I doing the right thing? Could I at least use a progesterone cream or something to help me sleep? Thank you so much.
I'll address this on another podcast today. Stay tuned!
Eveline, I hope Dr. Northrup replies, but until she does, I'd like to:
I'd like to encourage, encourage, encourage you to EXERCISE. Yeah, I know, some people don't like it, but DO whatever MOVES your body that gives you the most joy (usually *not* a spin class). Did you roller blade in your 20s ? Ice skate ? Bike ? I swim in a pool with a wall of windows with my underwater MP3 player.
Every time I get back, I sleep like a puppy back from outdoor day camp. I'm EXHAUSTED — and I love it.
Also, ACUPUNCTURE. Secret: In moments of silence — say, while you're swimming, biking or praying — ask the Universe to guide you. Then, have the COURAGE to FOLLOW that guidance. I say this to you: Watch ! The Universe HAS YOUR BACK.
Thirdly, anything by Dr. Northrup, of course, and ANTHONY WILLIAM, the Medical Medium. Anthony William's advice (herbal tinctures and celery juice) corrected too many things in my life to list.
William believes menopausal symptoms are lifelong toxic buildup that coincide with menopausal symptoms at the same time in life. He does not believe hormones are the cause. I agree with him. Start with "Medical Medium," his first book.
Oh, and Martha Beck, "The Integrity Cleanse," DON'T FORGET THAT.
Grab the throne. Menopause is a sign YOU become QUEEN. No more people pleasing.
Let know one tell you different.
We could have gone to high school together, and it's NOW that I'm having the time of my life. 😃 💃 🦋 🏊♀️ 🤸🏼♀️ 🚴♀️ 🛴 ⛸ 🛼
Such a beautiful post. Thank you for sharing. I’ve taken up belly dancing, hiking and wild, cold water swimming in my 50s. It did help with transition to my Queendom🥰 So did learning how to set boundaries and ditching sugar. Sending Love to All🤩
Wow❣️thank you for that!!! I agree and it’s just what I needed to hear~
Thank you so much for taking the time to help me, I really appreciate it 💕
Oh, Eveline, you're so welcome. I'm thrilled to share what I know, guided for so long by the great, indomitable Christiane Northrup.
Go, Queen! And Let Go.
Surrender.
I tell you: THIS time can be the BEST time of your life. 🤸 ☄️ 🧚
Serious man-a-pause for the other 1/2 of the population. Nice analogy Brain on fire ready to rumble