Exciting! Maybe not so uplifting as the book you mentioned, but very readable fact based perimenopause information (I consider it required reading): The Menopause Manifesto (don't let the name scare you off) by Dr. Jen Gunter.
Congrats on starting this journey of many things. Every woman's journey through menopause is unique. I guess I was lucky. I felt nothing, then poof, no more periods (I can't say why, but when that last period ended I knew it was the last one). I've felt less concerned about pleasing people and looking at life with more perspective. And more acceptance of not only myself, but others.
I wonder. The rise of inner strength/loss of social fear...when the outer layer of adolescent idealism is worn thru by the constant nuance of life and exposes ones inner gemstone (Garnet?Jasper?) of hard won wisdom....fear withers, freedom grows.
I go to bed early and get up in the middle of the night between midnight and 3 AM, and write but sometimes I just want to read or listen to an audiobook. I love hearing or reading about other peoples discombobulation‘s. I always enjoy your honesty and openness and authenticity and transparency, and all the other stuff you are. Thanks… But I also see you’re completely normal as well.
I'm getting caught up on your newsletters, and I just have to chime in & say I freaking love your writing. So much of what you say resonates with me, especially the midlife shift. I've discovered more "cracks" in myself thanks to hormones & my aging body, but I know I am not going crazy when I start talking to others in the thick of perimenopause/menopause. Even though I have succumbed to my steady decline admitting I've passed my peak, you continue to push yourself!!! Total badass & inspiration (although I will never reach the caliber of activities you endure). In any case, I just wanted to chime in & say keep on cranking out whatever is in your headspace because I'm here for it!
Jill - Sue was kind enough to pull me aside this morning and share this with me. What a gift you have, & what a gift you ARE. Looking forward to more - gratefully, Nicole
Exciting! Maybe not so uplifting as the book you mentioned, but very readable fact based perimenopause information (I consider it required reading): The Menopause Manifesto (don't let the name scare you off) by Dr. Jen Gunter.
Congrats on starting this journey of many things. Every woman's journey through menopause is unique. I guess I was lucky. I felt nothing, then poof, no more periods (I can't say why, but when that last period ended I knew it was the last one). I've felt less concerned about pleasing people and looking at life with more perspective. And more acceptance of not only myself, but others.
The eternal search of self discovery and the ephemeral question of why....
Personal trainer pointed to bilateral weight programs to counter years of work and sport injury compensation I had developed.
Pilates instructor honed movement pathways to build controlled strength and eliminate impingement issues.
TiChi (off and on, work in progress, lol) combines smooth movement, balance and focused control...if I could just slow my mind enough.
Latest mantra, Today was a good day to be alive.
I wonder. The rise of inner strength/loss of social fear...when the outer layer of adolescent idealism is worn thru by the constant nuance of life and exposes ones inner gemstone (Garnet?Jasper?) of hard won wisdom....fear withers, freedom grows.
The journey still continues....:).
You're just a bee charmer, Idgie Threadgood. A bee charmer. :-)
Good stuff!!
Glad I found you again. I do enjoy your writing. I am still a proud owner of a signed Jill Homer book. Good luck with life and enjoy it.
Sounds like someone's New Year's resolutions came early!
Hum. The perks of aging? Yes! Tell us more :)
I go to bed early and get up in the middle of the night between midnight and 3 AM, and write but sometimes I just want to read or listen to an audiobook. I love hearing or reading about other peoples discombobulation‘s. I always enjoy your honesty and openness and authenticity and transparency, and all the other stuff you are. Thanks… But I also see you’re completely normal as well.
I'm getting caught up on your newsletters, and I just have to chime in & say I freaking love your writing. So much of what you say resonates with me, especially the midlife shift. I've discovered more "cracks" in myself thanks to hormones & my aging body, but I know I am not going crazy when I start talking to others in the thick of perimenopause/menopause. Even though I have succumbed to my steady decline admitting I've passed my peak, you continue to push yourself!!! Total badass & inspiration (although I will never reach the caliber of activities you endure). In any case, I just wanted to chime in & say keep on cranking out whatever is in your headspace because I'm here for it!
Jill - Sue was kind enough to pull me aside this morning and share this with me. What a gift you have, & what a gift you ARE. Looking forward to more - gratefully, Nicole