4 Reasons I’m Thriving During Menopause

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Are you starting to feel the effects of menopause? While hot flashes and mood swings might not be the most glamorous aspects of life, there are still plenty of reasons to embrace this new chapter. Most women notice changes in their 40s, but there’s no need to fear it. Here are four reasons I’m making the most of my menopause experience.

I remember my grandmother whispering about the “change of life.” When I was just seven, I was told it meant no more babies and the end of “the curse.” As a kid with a baby brother, I thought that sounded pretty great—no more crying infants and, as for “the curse,” I wasn’t sure if it was a spell or a naughty term, but I was all in for this life change!

Fast forward to today, and menopause is no longer a topic shrouded in secrecy. We’ve gone from hushed discussions to prime-time ads for products like female enhancement supplements. These commercials often portray vivacious women in their golden years living life to the fullest, suggesting that menopause can be exciting and liberating.

So, here’s how I’m celebrating my personal menopalooza:

1. Embarrassment? What’s That?
   Let’s talk about unwanted hair—chin, neck, ear, you name it. My 40s brought this surprise guest that seems to pop up out of nowhere. I once had a male coworker mistake my neck hair for a piece of string. Yup, that was awkward, especially since he was quite the looker! After that incident, my ability to feel embarrassed has pretty much vanished. If you’ve ever dealt with excessive hair growth due to hormones, you know it can feel like a cosmic joke.
2. Say Goodbye to “The Curse”
   No more monthly visits from Aunt Flo! I’ve waved farewell to cramps and the struggle of managing my period. Let’s be real: those feminine products have improved, but stuffing a giant absorbent pad in my underwear was never my idea of fun. Menopause means I can skip that aisle in the grocery store—unless we’re talking about light bladder leakage, which is a whole different ballgame. While the mood swings and cravings may linger, at least I can wear white pants without a care in the world.
3. Feeling Fabulous
   Let’s discuss the heat—hot flashes are real, and they hit like a furnace! Imagine your body temperature soaring in seconds. If I’m in a place where I can start shedding layers, well, that’s just fine by me. My husband has taken this as an opportunity for some playful undressing, interpreting it as a signal for romance.
4. Spicing Up Intimacy
   Yes, you read that right! My newfound habit of removing clothes has added a fun twist to our bedroom life. Plus, let’s just say that certain products (think of a tube that starts with “K” and ends with “Y”) have become essential to our experience. We might be prioritizing quality over quantity, but that’s perfectly okay.

I can’t help but wonder what my grandmother would think about my open attitude towards these topics. Would she be surprised by my candidness about chin hair and other “taboo” subjects? While I won’t claim menopause is glamorous, I certainly feel empowered by it.

Menopalooza is here to stay!

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Summary

Menopause can be a time of transformation rather than dread. Embracing the freedom from periods, feeling more confident, and even enhancing intimacy can make this phase of life exciting. With a fresh perspective, it’s possible to thrive during this change.